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Holiday Band Concert

Join us on Monday, December 15th at 7:00 PM in the Main Gym for our Holiday Band Concert! We look forward to celebrating the season with wonderful music from our students.

 

Lost & Found

Please take a moment to check our Lost and Found. We will be donating all unclaimed items at the end of the week. There are still many belongings that have been here since the start of the school year, so be sure to look through everything before it’s gone.

 

Positive School Culture Survey

We appreciate your dedication to building a positive, supportive environment for our students and their families. Please take a moment to help us track your progress toward this goal. Every effort you make contributes to a stronger, more welcoming school community for everyone. Click on the link below!! 

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🎄 Join Us for the 12 Days of Christmas Dress-Up!

We’re excited to celebrate the holiday season with our 12 Days of Christmas Dress-Up at school! Each day will have a fun theme for students to participate in while keeping outfits school-appropriate.

We encourage all students to join in the festive spirit, show their creativity, and have fun celebrating together. Safety and school dress code policies still apply for all dress-up days.

Let’s make this holiday season a joyful and memorable one!

 

Winter Bingo Night at Central High School

 

Winter Break

Winter Break runs from December 22 through January 5.
Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6th.

 

NO EARLY RELEASE: January

There will be no early release day in January due to Winter Break.

 

News from McKinney-Vento

Click on the links below for schedules and resources.

RCAA Feeding SD Food Pantry  2025-2026
Feeding South Dakota Mobile Food Distribution- December 2025
 

Raptor Den- Update

Raptor Den will not meet for the rest of the semester. It will resume in February—more information to come.

 

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.

Student Council

Student Council meets every other Monday in Room 204. Next meeting is Monday, December 8th. 

 

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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.

If you’re interested in joining, please meet with Mr. Reeve  to be added to the roster.

The first meeting will be Dec. 8th from 3:15-4:15pm. 

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.

3rd Quarter Sports: Boys Basketball and Cheer/Dance

Signups are starting Monday, 12/8,  in the lunchroom

Signup for:

                 6th boys basketball

                 7th boys basketball

                 8th boys basketball

                 7th/ 8th grade girls cheer and dance.

 

 

Wrestling Meets

Thursday, December 18

All City— 4:00 PM at East Middle School

 

 
East Middle School

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