Friday, November 7th is an Early Release Day — dismissal will be at 1:07 PM.

**If you would prefer that your student not attend the 8th Grade Career Fair,

please notify us by November 7.**

As we transition into the cooler fall and winter months, we want to remind families to ensure students come to school dressed appropriately for the weather. Temperatures can fluctuate throughout the day, and students spend time outdoors during arrival, dismissal, and whenever conditions allow.

Please encourage your child to wear or bring layers—such as a warm jacket, sweatshirt, hat, and gloves—so they can stay comfortable and safe throughout the day. It’s also helpful to label outerwear items with your child’s name, as lost and found tends to fill up quickly this time of year.

We appreciate your support in helping students stay warm, healthy, and ready to learn each day!

We’re proud to once again host our Annual Blood Drive on Wednesday, November 13, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. in the school gym. Donating blood is a simple way to make a life-saving difference in our community—one donation can help save up to three lives!

We encourage parents, staff, and community members to sign up and participate. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are appreciated to help keep things running smoothly.

Thank you for supporting this important event and helping us give back to those in need!

Nov. 3, 4 & 5 (Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday)

📍 Raptor Den takes place in room 203 after school until 4:00 p.m.

If you would like your child to sign up for Raptor Den, please reach out to their EI teacher. You can contact them by email using the general format: firstname.lastname@k12.sd.us.

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.

Student Council meets every other Monday in Room 204. Next meeting is Tuesday, Oct. 27

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.

If you’re interested in joining, please meet with Mr. Reeve on Monday or Tuesday, November 3 or 4, to be added to the roster.

The team meets on Mondays from 3:15–4:00 p.m.

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.

Wrestling and Girls Basketball

To sign up, please stop by the office. Make sure you have:

• A current physical on file

• An activities concussion form completed

• The registration fee paid

Don’t miss out—get signed up today!

Tuesday, November 4

8th Grade: East vs. North — 4:00 PM at North Middle School 

Thursday, November 6

8th grade North vs. East — 4:00 PM @ East Middle School

7th/8th grade East C vs. Southwest Purple C - 5:15 PM @ Southwest Middle School

Saturday, November 8 — 8A Festival (All Games at East)                        

Sturgis vs. East (Main Gym) — 9:00 AM

Hill City vs. East (Main Gym) — 1:00 PM

Monday, November 10-

7th grade Southwest B vs. East B — 4:00 PM at East Middle School

Tuesday, November 11

7th grade East vs West —4:00/5:15 at West Middle School 

8th grade West vs East—4:00/5:15 at East Middle School

Thursday, November 13

7th grade South vs. East — 4:00 / 5:15 PM at East Middle School

Friday, November 14

7th/8th East C vs. Southwest Silver C @ South — 5:15 PM at Southwest Middle School

Thursday, November 6

East vs. Southwest — 4:00 PM at Southwest Middle School

Thursday, November 13

East vs. West — 4:00 PM at West Middle School