Friday, November 1, 2024

Friday, November 1st 2024-Blue Day

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The football boys ended their season last night with a 44-0 loss over Winner. That brings the season to an impressive 7 wins 3 losses. Great season boys. A special shout out to our seniors that have gave it their all this year Karter Mebius, Holden Havlik, Sam Poncelow, Ryden Michalek, Eichard Cardona, Payton Uecker, Branden Flowers, Bryce Larson, Tyson Eddy, Dylan Rateman, Logan Potrament, Caleb Kneen, Robbie Hine, Rylan Grassel, and Kade Olinger.

Today the 5/6th B-Ball teams are at Ethan with the girls at 6:00 and the boys at 7:00

VB practice V @ SC 3:45-5:30

The following students will be attending All-State Chorus this weekend in Sioux Falls:
Miley A, Aubrey M, Parker E, and Evan E.
They will be leaving on Thursday, Oct. 31 at 12:30 pm and will be gone all day Friday as well.
Here is the link to order tickets for the All-State Chorus & Orchestra concert which we be held on November 2nd at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls and tune into PBIS to watch it live.  The Sanborn Central and Woonsocket quartets will both be seated in Chorus A.
Mrs. Farrell-Poncelet and her Oral Interp team will be headed to Watertown tomorrow. Best of luck to Sean B, Lucy A, Olivia C and Temperance S.

Parents- if your child is related to a Veteran, that is not already included in the Veterans Day slideshow, please email Megan.Wilson@k12.sd.us a picture of the Veteran and how they are related to your child.  Please get this information to Mrs. Wilson by Friday, November 1st. Thank you!

Press Release for Auditions

Children’s Auditions for THE SUPERHERO SHOW! Sanborn Central School District – Calling
Kindergarten-8th grade thespians in Forestburg, SD! Dakota Players is on the hunt for the next wave of superheroes to star in their original musical production, The Superhero Show! Ready to answer the call ? Take note of the audition details below and get ready for a week of theatre fun! This production has roles for all ages, skills and experience levels - so no need to have superpowers (unless you already have some!). During the five-day intensive rehearsals, you'll learn the ropes of acting, singing and even dancing, all building up to a show-stopping performance. Plus, if you're an older child, you can learn how to work the sound and lighting equipment, adding some extra pizzazz to the show! So, let's band together, unite our powers, and create some theatrical magic!

NO EXPERIENCE OR ADVANCED PREPARATION IS NEEDED. Auditions for Dakota Players’ original musical production of The Superhero Show will be held on November 18 AT 3:30 at Sanborn Central School. Rehearsals will begin at 5:30 on November 18. This residency in Sanborn Central School District is made possible by the school district and Sanborn Central Booster Club with support from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism and State Development, the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, contact Connie Vermeulen at 605-495-4183.

Information on Pertussis - from Horizon Health
With the rise in pertussis in our State and Country we wanted to get out information to the families at the school. Click here to educate yourself on the disease.
MS Updates
From the Lunchroom: 
Thank you for all who attended the Let's Talk Lunch meeting Wednesday evening. Below is a brief synopsis of topics that we touched on. 

Starting on Monday, October 28th, the Sanborn Central School will be making the following changes to the lunch program:
-PreK-2 will not be offered a la carte.
-Grades 3-5 will be offered a condensed version of a la carte
-Salad bar seconds will be of no charge including additional condiments
-During the 2025-2026 school year, PreK-2 will eat earlier at 11:00 and MS/HS students will eat at 12:00
-Sanborn Central School is forming a committee to look into the Farm to School Program to research its possible benefits to the school

*Seconds on entrée and sides will be available to all grades at a charge but the salad bar is free for seconds with the purchase of a meal. A la carte refers to the additional smart snacks that can be purchased at the end of a meal.

Sanborn Central is seeking a responsible Lunchroom Substitute to ensure smooth lunchroom operations and provide a positive dining experience for students. Responsibilities include meal preparation, serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting regular staff. Ideal candidates should be friendly, team-oriented, and efficient in a fast-paced environment. If interested, please contact Laura Conrad at 605-495-4183 or email her at laura.conrad@k12.sd.us.

Extra Curricular
1st round of region volleyball is at Forestburg vs. Flandreau Indian School Monday, November 4th at 7:00
NO passes are excepted. 
Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for students.
The winner of this game advances to play Colman/Egan at 6:00  at Colman.
Bridgewater/Emery vs Dell Rapids St Mary's will follow.

The Hanson Earlybird JH Girls BB tourny will be Saturday, Nov. 23rd at Hanson School. (this is a later date than in the previous years). We are planning to take our JH girls BB team again this year.
Coach Rob Baruth

The next Oral Interp meet is Saturday, November 2 at Pumpkinstakes in Watertown, followed by Districts on November 6 in Mitchell.
Regions November 19th
State December 6-7th


Chorus/Band
Here is the updated October Pep Band Schedule!
November 19 JH region music festival at Platte
November 26 HS region music festival at Gregory

Congratulations TO THE FOLLOWING SC-W BAND STUDENTS BEING ACCEPTED TO THE AUGUSTANA BAND FESTIVAL!  The festival is on November 8-9 in Sioux Falls.
Honor Band: Andie Aughenbaugh
Blue Band: Emilie Lindgren & Brendan Evans
Gold Band: Temperance Salathe, Sage Treib, Halle Linn, Oscar Anderson, & Camden Rassel
*Please congratulate these students as they prepare to represent our schools at this prestigious event! 

Congratulations to the following students for being selected to attend the Region Music Festival in Platte on November 19th:  
Kaidence F, Ramsey F, Brooklyn L, Carley E, Landree Z, Kaylee A, Kelly W, Hayden S, Ayden K, Chloe S, and Levi H.
Please turn in your $8 for lunch to Mrs. Easton asap.

Congratulations to the following students for being selected to attend the Region Music Festival in Gregory on November 26th:
Evie O, Temperance S, Sean B, McKenzie U, Olivia C, Madi M, Lucy A, Miley A, Westen W, Ledoux B, Evan E, and Parker E.
Please turn in your $13 for meals to Mrs. Easton or Mrs. Karlen asap.


Notes from Mr. Welch
Below is the link for FFA fruit sales. November 8th is the last day to turn in forms.
https://www.myfruitsale.com/pages/support-your-organization?code=VHQL-6069

Notes from Mrs. Gassman (Miss Amundson)
October 1st kicks off the start of South Dakota's Free College Application Period. From October 1st to November 30th our high school seniors can apply to any college in South Dakota for FREE!

The juniors will be taking the ASVAB on Tuesday, November 12 at 8:30 AM. (**Please note this date change as it has changed from October 22 to November 12).

The seniors will be taking the NCRC on Monday, November 18 at 8:30 AM.

Community
Join in on the fun at the Spook House on Halloween Night at the Woonsocket Community Center from 6-8 pm.  Free will donation.

JR class is hosting a Haunted House at Rassel repair shop, 304 E 6th St, Woonsocket.
Sponsored by American Legion Post 29
Wednesday, Oct 30, 5pm-9pm (5-7 lights on, no scare) (7-9 normal) 
Thursday, Oct 31, 6pm-9pm
Entry is $5

The next food giveaway is Wednesday, November 6th 2024 at 4PM until gone at the Sanborn County Courthouse.
November food pantry giveaway

Letcher American Legion Auxiliary hosting a Veterans Pot Luck supper Sunday November 10 at 5:30 . All veterans and their families welcome. Bring a dish to share and come support  our Veterans.

Also:  Letcher Legion Auxiliary is having a blood drive Monday November 11 from 2:30 to 6 pm at the Letcher community center. If you wish to donate call Sandi Ruml 770-0678.

Area students athletes ages 12U and 14U are invited to Havlik Football Camp on November 17th at the Wessington Springs football field. 

Elk's Hoop Shoot free throw contest at the Huron Elks Lodge December 15th starting at 3:30
Elks Hoop Shoot Information

Here are the following church group days up until Christmas
Sonshine Club (Letcher) 3:45-5:30
11-6
11-20
12-4
12-11 Christmas Program

WWTS (Artesian)3:45-5:30
11-6
11-13
11-20
11-27
12-4
12-11
12-18

The Back 9 in Woonsocket will again be hosting a 7th-12th grade winter golf league on Sunday nights and wanted to open it up to area students. The 2-person teams play about every other Sunday depending on how many teams are registered. The league will start the Sunday, Dec. 8 and go to the middle of March with a league cost of $65/person. If you have questions or would like to sign up, contact Rod Weber, 605-350-5374.  Deadline is Nov. 22
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