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Attention 8th Grade Families! πŸŽ“βœ¨

Central High School is having a Future Cobbler Parent Night on March 17th from 5:30–6:30 PM! This is a great opportunity to meet staff, learn about course registration and gain important information to help your student transition to high school.

πŸ“ Location: Central High School Theatre
πŸšͺ Please enter through the theatre doors by 5:15 PM

πŸ• Pizza will be provided! 

 

 

End-of-Year Awards

Dear Parents/Guardians, 

We're excited to announce the dates for our upcoming End-of-Year Awards Ceremonies, where we will be recognizing students for special honors, honor roll distinctions, and perfect attendance. 

Please note: If your student will be receiving an award, you will receive a call/or an invitation with detailed information about the ceremony. 

The ceremonies will take place in the gym on the following dates and times: 

- 7th Grade Awards Ceremony: Monday, 5/11/26, during EI (12:39pm - 1:26pm) 

- 6th Grade Awards Ceremony: Wednesday, 5/13/26, during EI (11:50am - 12:35pm) 

- 8th Grade Awards Ceremony: Friday, 5/15/26, during EI (12:05pm - 12:50pm)

 

Please be on time as the ceremonies will start promptly. Be sure to allow enough time for parking. 

 

Award Recognition Categories: 

- Outstanding Student Awards: Presented to students who have demonstrated leadership in both the classroom and extracurricular activities, possess a wide range of interests, and have achieved academic success in all subjects.

- Raptor Awards: These awards honor students who have earned the respect of their teachers and demonstrate outstanding participation and contributions to the school community. 

- Honor Roll Eligibility: To qualify, students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, based on final grades through the third quarter (3/11). We will be running the report the following day (3/12) to finalize results.

- 4.0 Recognition: Students who have maintained a 4.0 GPA through the third quarter (3/11) will receive special recognition for their exceptional academic achievement. We will be running the report the following day (3/12) to finalize results.

- Perfect Attendance Eligibility: Awarded to students who have perfect attendance through the third quarter (3/11). 

 

We look forward to celebrating our students' achievements and hope you can join us in recognizing their hard work! 

 

 

 

2026-27 Personal Transfers

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News from McKinney-Vento

Click on the links below for schedules and resources.

Feeding SD Food Pantry  2025-2026  ---  March
RCAA Feeding SD Food Pantry
Laundry Love Schedule
 

Clubs

Raptor Den

 

Raptor Den meets in room 203 at 3:15-4:00pm

Dates will change every week, please make sure you check weekly for the upcoming dates. 

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday

March 9, 10 & 11

Ateyapi

 
February Schedule

Dungeons & Dragons

 

Adventure awaits! Join the Dungeons & Dragons Club and explore a world of imagination, strategy, and storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, all are welcome to roll the dice and embark on epic quests with friends

Game nights will be Thursdays, and gametime will be 3:07-5:00 with pickup/cleanup starting at 4:50. Room 231.

Math Counts

 

Do you enjoy solving challenging math problems and competing with your peers? Join the MathCounts Club! Members work together to strengthen their problem-solving skills and prepare for local and regional competitions.

MathCounts Information
 

Middle School Activities

Requirements to participate in sports:

  • A current physical on file

  • Activities concussion form completed (found under Online Forms in Skyward Family Access)

  • $25 registration fee paid

Sports Questions
If you have any questions about sports, please email the coach for your child’s grade level.

 

Track starts in March!

7th & 8th graders will start on March 9th

6th graders will start on March 10th

All three grade levels will be together after that

Practices go from 3:20 to 4:35

You will want to download the SportsYou app to stay up to date on your athlete. Use the specific code tied to your students grade level/gender as a specific coach keeps track of their attendance.

8th Grade Girls - XMX3-QGRY

8th Grade Boys - KJM7-9NND

7th Grade Girls - 32ZX-DY55

7th Grade Boys - AYQV-8V3H

6th Grade Girls - MZT5-H5CT

6th Grade Boys - F7QX-L6YZ

 

Please see attached schedule for details

 

 

Cell Phone Expectations

We are seeing an uptick in cellphone use throughout the building. To protect the learning environment at East Middle School, cellphones are required to remain in student lockers, as outlined in the Middle School Handbook (page 44).

If families need to get a message to their student during the school day, they should contact the office before 1:00 PM, and we will ensure the message is delivered. Please note that we do not have a student phone available for students to call home during the school day, except before and after school. 

Thank you for your assistance on this matter.

 
East Middle School

4860 Homestead St. Rapid City, SD 57703 - 605-394-4092