📚 2026–2027 Student Registration is Now Open!
Registration for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year is now available. Go to ethan.k12.sd.us and Click Menu - Scroll down - Welcome Letter.
Returning Families: If your student's address, name, emergency contacts, or other information has changed, please log in to Infinite Campus and update your registration. We also encourage you to review each section, as several forms and items have been updated for the new school year. Every family needs to sign the documents and e-mail or drop off to Mary B in the office.
New Families/Students: Welcome! Please click the registration link to begin the enrollment process.
📢 New for the 2026–2027 School Year:
Our regular school day will begin at 8:15 AM and dismiss at 3:05 PM each day.
We look forward to another great school year and can't wait to see everyone in August!
Registration for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year is now available. Go to ethan.k12.sd.us and Click Menu - Scroll down - Welcome Letter.
Returning Families: If your student's address, name, emergency contacts, or other information has changed, please log in to Infinite Campus and update your registration. We also encourage you to review each section, as several forms and items have been updated for the new school year. Every family needs to sign the documents and e-mail or drop off to Mary B in the office.
New Families/Students: Welcome! Please click the registration link to begin the enrollment process.
📢 New for the 2026–2027 School Year:
Our regular school day will begin at 8:15 AM and dismiss at 3:05 PM each day.
We look forward to another great school year and can't wait to see everyone in August!
Hello! I hope all of you are enjoying your summer!
Parents of students in grades 2-12:
I am reaching out regarding Prairie Readers. Prairie Readers in a reading competition that takes place in Armour. Participants are required to read certain books and then will work as a team to answer comprehension questions such as "In which book did a character vacation in Hawaii?". They will respond by naming the book title and the last name of the book's author. They will compete against their grade level (example: 2nd grade students from Ethan will compete against 2nd grade students from participating schools).
This year, we have been fortunate to receive the book list early. The current book list will be attached to this message.
Sign-ups will be a little different this year. In order to get a better idea of who plans to participate in the 2027 competition, I am going to wait to send out the link with the sign-up form until the beginning of December. Because of busy schedules, this will allow students time to decide whether they’d like to see it through and participate. If your child is interested, they are more than welcome to start reading as soon as possible. Students will be welcome to check out books from my classroom and/or the library once the school year begins.
Because many books on this year’s list are new to us, I have put together a Thriftbooks wishlist if you are interested in purchasing and donating books for this year’s competition.
Thriftbooks Wishlist: https://www.thriftbooks.com/list/share/b6b7e40a3a890657756df5efddbdc02e/
We appreciate your support! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at lexy.herman@k12.sd.us. Thank you! 😊
Parents of students in grades 2-12:
I am reaching out regarding Prairie Readers. Prairie Readers in a reading competition that takes place in Armour. Participants are required to read certain books and then will work as a team to answer comprehension questions such as "In which book did a character vacation in Hawaii?". They will respond by naming the book title and the last name of the book's author. They will compete against their grade level (example: 2nd grade students from Ethan will compete against 2nd grade students from participating schools).
This year, we have been fortunate to receive the book list early. The current book list will be attached to this message.
Sign-ups will be a little different this year. In order to get a better idea of who plans to participate in the 2027 competition, I am going to wait to send out the link with the sign-up form until the beginning of December. Because of busy schedules, this will allow students time to decide whether they’d like to see it through and participate. If your child is interested, they are more than welcome to start reading as soon as possible. Students will be welcome to check out books from my classroom and/or the library once the school year begins.
Because many books on this year’s list are new to us, I have put together a Thriftbooks wishlist if you are interested in purchasing and donating books for this year’s competition.
Thriftbooks Wishlist: https://www.thriftbooks.com/list/share/b6b7e40a3a890657756df5efddbdc02e/
We appreciate your support! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at lexy.herman@k12.sd.us. Thank you! 😊
🚨 MORATORIUM WEEK BEGINS TODAY! 🚨
Starting today, the Ethan School gym and weight room are closed for Moratorium Week.
During this time:
🏀 No access to the gym
🏋️ No access to the weight room
👥 No contact with coaches
Please note that gym maintenance will begin next week. Because of this, the gym and weight room will remain closed until further notice. We will let everyone know as soon as they are ready to reopen.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday week!
Starting today, the Ethan School gym and weight room are closed for Moratorium Week.
During this time:
🏀 No access to the gym
🏋️ No access to the weight room
👥 No contact with coaches
Please note that gym maintenance will begin next week. Because of this, the gym and weight room will remain closed until further notice. We will let everyone know as soon as they are ready to reopen.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday week!
The Ethan School District has several positions open at this time. We are looking for a part-time or full-time bus driver. We are also in need of two long-term substitute teachers, one in high school math and one in elementary. We are also looking for a driver to transport one of our students to Sioux Falls, Monday thru Friday. If you would like more information on any of these positions, please call the school at 605-815-6120 or email me at tim.hawkins@k12.sd.us.
Just a reminder of another fund raiser to help out our National FCCLA students. Flags are selling quickly and there are only a few left. Get them while there are some still available.
🏈🏐🏀 Sports Physical Reminder! 🥎🏃🤼
As you're enjoying summer break, don't forget to schedule your student's sports physical if they plan to participate in athletics during the upcoming school year!
A current physical is required for all students participating in school sports. Getting it completed early can help avoid the last-minute rush as practices begin in August.
As you're enjoying summer break, don't forget to schedule your student's sports physical if they plan to participate in athletics during the upcoming school year!
A current physical is required for all students participating in school sports. Getting it completed early can help avoid the last-minute rush as practices begin in August.
📚✏️ School Supply Lists for 2026–2027 Are Ready! ✏️📚
For those of you who are already eager to get started on next year’s school shopping (we know you’re out there 😄), the 2026–2027 school supply lists are now available!
To view them, visit ethan.k12.sd.us and click Menu → Supply Lists. Each grade’s list is posted separately so you can easily find what you need and shop wherever you prefer.
Many online retailers also allow you to search by school supply lists, and our supply lists should be available there as well if that’s your preferred way to shop.
Get a jump start on back-to-school shopping and then enjoy the rest of summer knowing one more thing is already checked off your list! 📓🖍️🎒
For those of you who are already eager to get started on next year’s school shopping (we know you’re out there 😄), the 2026–2027 school supply lists are now available!
To view them, visit ethan.k12.sd.us and click Menu → Supply Lists. Each grade’s list is posted separately so you can easily find what you need and shop wherever you prefer.
Many online retailers also allow you to search by school supply lists, and our supply lists should be available there as well if that’s your preferred way to shop.
Get a jump start on back-to-school shopping and then enjoy the rest of summer knowing one more thing is already checked off your list! 📓🖍️🎒
🏈 Looking for a football camp this summer?
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Football Camp will be held June 25 at Joe Quintal Field for 5th-8th grade students this coming school year.
📍 Joe Quintal Field
📅 June 25
⏰ 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
💲 $25 (Lunch included)
Registration information: https://omella.com/5hynt
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Football Camp will be held June 25 at Joe Quintal Field for 5th-8th grade students this coming school year.
📍 Joe Quintal Field
📅 June 25
⏰ 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
💲 $25 (Lunch included)
Registration information: https://omella.com/5hynt
Here's another way to help out our National FCCLA students!
Congratulations to our very own 7-12 Principal, Mr. Roth for receiving the Region 3 Middle School Principal of the Year Award as well as the Region 3 High School Principal of the Year Award this past week at the Wild West Conference! A well-deserved honor!!!!
Don't forget about Farm Life Creamery's Cheese Fest this Sunday from 10:00 - 5:00. Lots of great activities and fun to be had (see flyer). Also, just a reminder that Birria's food truck will be donating their proceeds to help Kate Graham and Jeralona Harkcom attend the National FCCLA conference in Washington, DC.
Today get your Subway meal and help Ed Rising on their Fundraiser!
June 14th - Farm Life - Cheese Fest - see image for details.
What an amazing turnout for our all-school reunion Saturday night! We had alumni there from 18 states from 1956 through 2026. Great meal and great time. Thanks to everyone who made the evening special - your Alumni committee!
Nice display at the Sanford Pentagon. If you make it there check it out, main entrance and to the right!
What a great way to start off our fundraising for the Wellness Center! Thanks for everyone who came out and thank you to Megan and Dirk for showing all the support for our small community!!
Join us tomorrow at 9:00 AM! You’ll also have the opportunity to view the proposed design and projected look of the new Community Wellness & Fitness Center.
🎉 The Ethan School District would like to congratulate Amy Storm on being elected to the Ethan School Board with 96 votes.🎉
We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to both Amy Storm and Bo Burkel for their willingness to serve our school and community. We appreciate both candidates for stepping forward.
Election Results:
🗳️ Amy Storm – 96 votes
🗳️ Bo Burkel – 67 votes
We would also like to thank the residents of the Ethan School District for the outstanding voter turnout. Your participation helps ensure a strong future for our school and community.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote! 🏫💛
We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to both Amy Storm and Bo Burkel for their willingness to serve our school and community. We appreciate both candidates for stepping forward.
Election Results:
🗳️ Amy Storm – 96 votes
🗳️ Bo Burkel – 67 votes
We would also like to thank the residents of the Ethan School District for the outstanding voter turnout. Your participation helps ensure a strong future for our school and community.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote! 🏫💛
Ambush starts next week, see image for details!
Congratulations to our Junior High 4th Quarter and 2nd Semester Honor Roll students! Your hard work in the classroom paid off, and we are proud to recognize your academic achievement.
