💙🤍 Limited-Time Seahawk Cheer Fundraiser! 🤍💙
Support the Seahawk Cheer Team by ordering from our exclusive, limited-time Seahawk apparel fundraiser! Shirts include toddler sizes!
🛍️ How to Order:
💙 Complete an order form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlJtW2gjiHQ0z5-n7GCDX4RvJxkD7byy28TgcUGYAHYxSGPA/viewform?usp=embed_facebook
💙 Or email your order to Kendra.Erickson@k12.sd.us.
Please submit one order form per shirt ordered. So for example, if ordering 3 shirts you will fill out 3 google forms.
⏰ Don’t wait! Orders close tomorrow at 7:00 PM. These exclusive designs will not be available after the fundraiser ends.
Thank you for supporting the Seahawk Cheer Team! We can’t wait to see everyone showing off their Seahawk pride this football season! 🏈📣💙
Parents and guardians, we just received word today that we have lost another part-time bus driver for at least the next three months. This loss puts us in an extremely difficult situation which may force us to look at other options for bus routes this coming school year. At this time, no final decisions have been made, and we are actively working to recruit additional drivers and explore every possible solution. However, we want to give families as much advance notice as possible so you can begin considering alternative transportation arrangements if needed. We understand how important reliable transportation is for our students and families, and we recognize that this situation may create difficulties. We will continue to keep you informed as more information becomes available and will communicate any decisions as soon as possible. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a school bus driver, please contact the school office for more information. Thank you for your understanding, patience, and support as we work through this challenge together. Mr. Hawkins
🚍 Just One Position Left to Fill at Ethan School!
We're still looking for a Bus Driver to join our team and help transport our students safely on daily routes.
Don't have your CDL yet? No problem! Ethan School will pay for your training to help you earn your bus driver's license.
Call the school office at 605-888-9349 for more information or to apply.
We're still looking for a Bus Driver to join our team and help transport our students safely on daily routes.
Don't have your CDL yet? No problem! Ethan School will pay for your training to help you earn your bus driver's license.
Call the school office at 605-888-9349 for more information or to apply.
The gym will be re-open tomorrow, Thursday, July 16th!
If you're able to help in any way, your support of this loving family would be deeply appreciated.
The gym is still closed. We’ll let everyone know as soon as it’s reopened and available to use. Thanks for your patience!
📚 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!
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!
