Ethan School District 17-1

Theme for Mondays game at Corn Palace is Hawaiian!

This is a reminder that the Winter Moratorium runs from December 23rd through December 26th. The school gymnasiums will be closed during these four days. Thank you and I hope all of you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!! Mr. Hawkins

With the unexpected closure of school today, this is how we will handle the scheduled semester exams.
Teachers and Staff will be here Monday, Dec 22. High School students have the option to come in at 9:00am Monday and take the semester exams that were scheduled for today. This is OPTIONAL. If they are satisfied with their current grade in those classes, then they will be considered exempt from taking the exams.

The movie for the elementary students is also cancelled for today. We will look at possibly rescheduling it at a later date. Mr. Hawkins

Due to a waterline break, there will be no classes today, December 19. Mr. Hawkins.

The HOBY Leadership Seminar is coming to Dakota State University in Madison! This opportunity is open to students who have just completed their sophomore year and are ready to become more confident, connected, and purpose-driven leaders. The seminar will take place June 4–7, 2026. If you are interested in attending, please contact Mrs. Erickson.

Thank you to all who contributed to the Harvest for Hunger Food Drive! As a school we collected 740lbs! Last year was 400 lbs! Prek-6th Grade (The 4th grade had the most weight) 7th-12th Grade (Seniors has the most weight) Thanks Again - Ethan NHS.

Themes for basketball this week!!

Jersey Night – Tonight at Dakota Christian

Christmas Spirit – Thursday at home 🎄

Walking Tacos Thursday! Please see the flyer for details on the pre-game meal for Thursday’s first home game.

❄️ Christmas on Main Event Update ❄️
Due to the expected weather conditions, our Christmas on Main event scheduled for Saturday, December 13th from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM has been canceled.
However, we are excited to share that some activities have been rescheduled:
🎄 Cookie Decorating, Hot Cocoa & Christmas Crafts
New Date: Monday, December 15
Time: 2:00–3:30 PM
Location: Ethan School
Cost: $5 per participant
🎉 Bingo
Bingo will be rescheduled for a later date. We will share updated information as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to celebrating with you soon. Stay safe and warm!

The Gymnastics competition scheduled for Saturday @ Wagner has been cancelled.

Theme for tonight's basketball game is "Black Out "

Breakfast for Monday (12/15/25) will be changed to Ham & Egg Croissants instead of Dutch Waffles.

There will be a 10:00 AM start time, tomorrow, Friday, December 12, 2025. Mr. Hawkins

No Cheer practice after school today!

Today's scheduled gymnastics meet @ Madison has been postponed.

Parents, the National Weather Service has downgraded us to a light glazing of freezing rain, starting around 7:00 AM. We will stay on time with school today. If you do not feel comfortable sending your students to school, you may keep them at home. Please notify the office if that is your intention. Mr. Hawkins

The High School Concert will be livestreamed tonight on Hudl!
Watch it here: (link below)

Hudl Stream: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/sd/ethan/organization/65305/ethan-high-school/schedule?date=2025-12-07T06%3A00%3A00.000Z&range=Week&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeVB1YmxpY1N1bW1hcnk2OTM4Mjk2YTU2MGJkNzc3NGZmNGI3ZmU%3D&shared=true

Don’t forget to check out the program for the full lineup!

Congratulations to the Oral Interp team on a fantastic performance at the State Festival Friday and Saturday in Watertown! You did a wonderful job representing our school and earned the Team Excellence Award.
Coltyn Raymond - Superior in Humorous
Anna Mellegaard - Superior in Storytelling
Drew Mellegaard - Superior in Oratory
Anna & Drew Mellegaard - Superior in Duet
Elizabeth Kalovsky competed in Poetry and Eliotte Kalnbach competed in Serious.
Congratulations on a great season!

Fundraiser for Kobee Strong going around in surrounding communities. Kobee will be FOREVER Strong and a constant  inspiration to all.  

Proceeds will go to support the Midwest Miracles Foundation.  Ambush is prepared to create an Ethan specific drop off. We hope to fill the Corn Palace with Kobee Strong & Kobee Forever on January 3rd. Please get orders in before midnight on Monday 12/15.  Orders will not be ready before Christmas. Here is the link: https://kobeeforeverstrongethan.itemorder.com/shop/home/