We are in need of workers for our Track Meet in Parkston on April 7th beginning at 1:30 PM. If you are available to help with field events, please contact Mary Beyer at mary.beyer@k12.sd.us or 605-888-9349.
We truly appreciate any support from parents and community members. No prior experience is necessary—guidance and assistance will be provided.
We truly appreciate any support from parents and community members. No prior experience is necessary—guidance and assistance will be provided.
Ham Bingo - March 29th - see image for details

Junior High track meets have been added to the athletics calendar. Please note that dates and details are subject to change. Please make sure your notifications are on in your Rustler app.
A Special Board Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 25. The agenda is available under Menu → Minutes & Agenda.
Ethan Parkston Track and Field
A couple reminders!
**Today is the last day to order EP gear! The link ends tonight!
https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_track/shop/home
** Middle School track practice starts tomorrow at 4:00!
We are looking to hire a student for summer custodial help!
This is a great opportunity to gain work experience while helping get our school ready for the upcoming year. Duties will include general cleaning, maintenance support, and assisting with summer projects around the building.
Start Date: May 26
Pay: $12–$15 per hour (based on experience)
To apply, please contact Mary Beyer at mary.beyer@k12.sd.us
and complete an application found on our website: https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/o/esdsd/page/job-opportunities
For questions or more information, feel free to reach out!
This is a great opportunity to gain work experience while helping get our school ready for the upcoming year. Duties will include general cleaning, maintenance support, and assisting with summer projects around the building.
Start Date: May 26
Pay: $12–$15 per hour (based on experience)
To apply, please contact Mary Beyer at mary.beyer@k12.sd.us
and complete an application found on our website: https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/o/esdsd/page/job-opportunities
For questions or more information, feel free to reach out!

*Attention Prom Attendees* Prom Grand March is at 7:30 PM, March 28, with the dance to follow until 11:30 PM. Prom Pictures will be done by Mark's Photographic Images. Please see the attached picture for more information on the time. You can prepay online up to 1 PM on March 28; paper forms can be picked up from Mrs. Henrickson or Mrs. Gustafson. Here's the link to prepay online: Marks Photographic Images - Pro Photography Online Sales

Shoutout to our youth wrestlers! Congratulations to the following Ethan wrestlers who have qualified for State, kicking off tomorrow in Sioux Falls:
Parkston Youth Wrestling:
Maverick Beyer
Ty Roskens
Teagan Anderson
American Outlaws Youth:
Rylan Paul
Rudy Holzer
Brayden Paul
Bentlee Aragon
Tinley Aragon
Alli Paul
Best of luck to all our wrestlers at State—we’re proud of you!
Parkston Youth Wrestling:
Maverick Beyer
Ty Roskens
Teagan Anderson
American Outlaws Youth:
Rylan Paul
Rudy Holzer
Brayden Paul
Bentlee Aragon
Tinley Aragon
Alli Paul
Best of luck to all our wrestlers at State—we’re proud of you!


Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year's Prairie Reader competition! Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and I am grateful for everyone's help and dedication!
Students, thank you for all the time you put in this year. You should be proud of yourselves! You represented Ethan well!
The results from yesterday's competition are as follows:
4th grade - Stone, Kaizen, and Piper- 1st place
5th grade - Reba, Morgan, and Ruth - 1st place
7th grade - Braxtyn, Kate, Madison - 2nd place
Overall Team - 2nd place
Mrs. Herman





🚨📚 YEARBOOKS ARE READY TO ORDER… AND YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS 🚨📚
This isn’t just a book… this is THE story of our year.
The moments. The memories. The wins. The heartbreaks. The laughs. The legacy.
From big-time victories to everyday moments that made this year unforgettable… it’s ALL inside. And trust us… this is one you’re going to want to look back on.
🔥 Yearbooks are ON SALE NOW for just $35 🔥
⏳ But not for long… prices go up to $40 on April 1
Don’t be the one saying “I wish I would’ve bought one…”
🎟️ Order yours here, No Paper Orders this year:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1042050/ETHAN-HIGH-SCHOOL/Yearbook/2025091804203588352/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2025091804203593352#design/0
📣 Get yours before the price goes up!
This isn’t just a book… this is THE story of our year.
The moments. The memories. The wins. The heartbreaks. The laughs. The legacy.
From big-time victories to everyday moments that made this year unforgettable… it’s ALL inside. And trust us… this is one you’re going to want to look back on.
🔥 Yearbooks are ON SALE NOW for just $35 🔥
⏳ But not for long… prices go up to $40 on April 1
Don’t be the one saying “I wish I would’ve bought one…”
🎟️ Order yours here, No Paper Orders this year:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1042050/ETHAN-HIGH-SCHOOL/Yearbook/2025091804203588352/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2025091804203593352#design/0
📣 Get yours before the price goes up!

The Welcome Home Celebration for our 2026 State Champion Girls Basketball team tonight at 7PM will be livestreamed on our HUDL Fan page. Here is the link: https://tinyurl.com/yuryesen
Seniors - please bring your Team Mathis sales to Mary Beyer's office by this Thursday. They will be picked up that afternoon!
Ethan Parkston Minotaur gear!
Orders are due by March 22 and will be delivered to Parkston High School by April 1st!
Link - https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_track/shop/home
Orders are due by March 22 and will be delivered to Parkston High School by April 1st!
Link - https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_track/shop/home

Boys (7th -1 2th) Parkston–Ethan Baseball practice begins tonight at 6:00 PM in Parkston at the Trojan Fitness Center in the school. ⚾
Just a reminder that the Welcome Home for our 2026 State Champion Girls Basketball Team will be tonight at 7:00 PM. Mr. Hawkins
Softball practice starts today! 🥎 Check out the link below to order your apparel for the season:
https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_softball/shop/home
https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_softball/shop/home

We will have a 10:00 AM start on Monday, March 16th. Mr. Hawkins
Congratulations to Marissa Storm on being selected as the 2026 Spirit of Su Award recipient. This honor recognizes her outstanding accomplishments both on the court and off, as well as the character, leadership, and dedication she demonstrates every day.
Marissa’s commitment to excellence, her positive influence on her teammates, and the way she represents her school and community make her truly deserving of this recognition.
We are incredibly proud of you, Marissa.

Rustler Nation, it’s Championship Night. 🏀💛❤️
Be ready at 7:00 PM, our Rustler girls take the floor to play for the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP against the #6 Harding County Ranchers.
This team has battled all season long with heart, grit, and pride. They’ve lifted each other up, played for something bigger than themselves, and felt the love of an entire community with them every step of the way.
Now they have one more game.
Tonight, let’s rally around these girls one last time. Put on your maroon and gold, gather your family, and tune in to cheer them on as they chase GOLD.
If you can’t make it in person, you can watch the games live on SDPB, online at
https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/basketball/girlsb
or SDPB SPORTS on Youtube. Do not click on any link besides SDPB.
Let’s go Rustlers. 💛🏀❤️
Be ready at 7:00 PM, our Rustler girls take the floor to play for the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP against the #6 Harding County Ranchers.
This team has battled all season long with heart, grit, and pride. They’ve lifted each other up, played for something bigger than themselves, and felt the love of an entire community with them every step of the way.
Now they have one more game.
Tonight, let’s rally around these girls one last time. Put on your maroon and gold, gather your family, and tune in to cheer them on as they chase GOLD.
If you can’t make it in person, you can watch the games live on SDPB, online at
https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/basketball/girlsb
or SDPB SPORTS on Youtube. Do not click on any link besides SDPB.
Let’s go Rustlers. 💛🏀❤️

RUSTLER NATION… WE’RE PLAYING FOR GOLD! 🏀🔥
Your Rustler girls are headed to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! After battling their way through the toughest competition, they have earned the right to play for the title.
Tonight at 7:00 PM, the Rustlers will take the floor against the #6 Harding County Ranchers. It will be the first meeting of the season between these two teams, and the biggest stage could not be more fitting.
This team has shown grit, heart, and resilience every step of the way. Now they have one more game, one more battle, and one more chance to bring it home.
Wear every piece of maroon and gold you can find.
Fill the arena with Rustler pride.
Bring the energy. Bring the noise.
Let’s cheer these ladies all the way to GOLD! 💛🏀❤️
Your Rustler girls are headed to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! After battling their way through the toughest competition, they have earned the right to play for the title.
Tonight at 7:00 PM, the Rustlers will take the floor against the #6 Harding County Ranchers. It will be the first meeting of the season between these two teams, and the biggest stage could not be more fitting.
This team has shown grit, heart, and resilience every step of the way. Now they have one more game, one more battle, and one more chance to bring it home.
Wear every piece of maroon and gold you can find.
Fill the arena with Rustler pride.
Bring the energy. Bring the noise.
Let’s cheer these ladies all the way to GOLD! 💛🏀❤️

