Best of luck to our Cross Country Minotaurs as they compete in their first meet today—go show them your hard work and determination!
Tonight's theme is Hawaiian!! Let's go Rustlers!!!
Congratulations to the six candidates for Homecoming King and Queen: Rachel Klock, Marissa Storm, Jalen Thomas, Jack Bartscher, Davin Hohn, and Luke Storm! Let's get ready to make Ethan's 2025 Homecoming a great one! Coronation is Monday, September 8th at 7:30 p.m. in the main gym. Theme reveal coming from the Student Council soon!
Save the Date: Homecoming Tailgate Meal September 12th! See details for information!
REMINDER: If you and your student haven’t completed the paperwork listed under the Welcome Letter, please do so as soon as possible.
For existing students, only the following forms are required:
Student Handbook
Field Trip Permission
Authorization of Injury (if participating in sports)
Here is the direct site for documents:
https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/page/enrollment-registration-2024-2025
Return all forms to MaryB (mary.beyer@k12.sd.us) or bring to school to drop off in the office. Thanks!
For existing students, only the following forms are required:
Student Handbook
Field Trip Permission
Authorization of Injury (if participating in sports)
Here is the direct site for documents:
https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/page/enrollment-registration-2024-2025
Return all forms to MaryB (mary.beyer@k12.sd.us) or bring to school to drop off in the office. Thanks!
Junior Parents: There will be an after-prom meeting for junior parents/guardians TODAY, at 6:30 PM in the computer room.
Here is the Ethan Parkston Cross Country Order Form-
*Store Closes - August 28th. Copy and paste url. Thanks!
https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_cross_country/shop/home
*Store Closes - August 28th. Copy and paste url. Thanks!
https://stores.inksoft.com/ethan_parkston_cross_country/shop/home
Our Seahawks are ready for battle tonight in season opener at 7PM in Wessington Springs! 🏈💪 Let’s show up big, cheer loud, and back our boys in blue and white. 💙🦅
Dress up theme: Blue out!
Dress up theme: Blue out!
Sign up for Prairie Readers link is below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSci_Mhgy1hNmtl9WICaMqv6RmLTTRllthfyDqZNwB1_G5jdIg/viewform
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSci_Mhgy1hNmtl9WICaMqv6RmLTTRllthfyDqZNwB1_G5jdIg/viewform
Ethan Booster Club Apparel Order - The orders are due Friday, September 13, please return form to Janet Gustafson, thanks!
If you want to participate in the free fluoride varnish on September 29th at school, see attached flyer. This is optional, for students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th. QR Code to sign up!
The JH and JV football schedule for Monday, Sept 25th at Wessington Springs will be as follows. Our JH will play WWSSC and the JV will play WWSSC and KWL in a three team Round Robin. Both games will start at 5:00.
5:00 ---------- JH Football game on East end of football field
5:00 ---------- JV Football game on West end of football field
5:00 ---------- JH Football game on East end of football field
5:00 ---------- JV Football game on West end of football field
UPCOMING HEARING SCREENING NOTIFICATION
The South Dakota Services for the Deaf (SDSD) will conduct free hearing screenings at our school for grades: K, 1st,2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 11th
THIS YEAR, HEARING SCREENINGS WILL TAKE PLACE ON:
August 26th, 2026
If your child does not pass the hearing screening, our facility will contact you with the results. Rescreens or further testing can be completed at no charge, with the pediatric audiologist at:
South Dakota Services for the Deaf- Main Clinic
4101 W. 38th St Suite 101
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
PH: 605-367-5200
If you do NOT want your child to participate in the hearing screening, please fill out paper work under Welcome Letter if you haven't already done so: https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/page/enrollment-registration-2024-2025 or call the office.
Registration for Fall Trap Season is open. See flyer for information.
Job Opening: Full-Time Maintenance/Custodian
Ethan School District is seeking a dependable individual to join our team as a Maintenance/Custodian. This full-time position helps keep our school safe, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and the community.
Position Details:
Wage: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-time, year-round
Benefits: Eligible for district benefits package
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Perform general custodial duties, cleaning, and basic maintenance
Assist with daily operations, events, and building upkeep
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to meet physical demands of the job
How to Apply:
Submit an application/resume to tim.hawkins@k12.sd.us or mary.beyer@k12.sd.us. Applications are also available on our district website under Job Opportunities:https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/o/esdsd/page/job-opportunities. Position open until filled.
Ethan School District is seeking a dependable individual to join our team as a Maintenance/Custodian. This full-time position helps keep our school safe, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and the community.
Position Details:
Wage: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-time, year-round
Benefits: Eligible for district benefits package
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Perform general custodial duties, cleaning, and basic maintenance
Assist with daily operations, events, and building upkeep
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to meet physical demands of the job
How to Apply:
Submit an application/resume to tim.hawkins@k12.sd.us or mary.beyer@k12.sd.us. Applications are also available on our district website under Job Opportunities:https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/o/esdsd/page/job-opportunities. Position open until filled.
Parents/Guardians – Attendance Notification
We have a new process for reporting absences:
PreK–4th Grade: Please contact your child’s teacher directly. The teacher will inform the office of the absence. Please use ROOMS to contact teacher!
5th–12th Grade: Please contact the Business Office at our new phone number 605-888-9349 or by email at mary.beyer@k12.sd.us. Students must also check in and out with Mary Beyer in the Business Office.
👉 If you have children in both lower (PreK–4) and upper grades (5–12), please notify the Business Office directly, and we will pass the information along to the teacher.
👉 If you know in advance that your student will be gone for the day/leaving early/coming in later please notify us as soon as possible!
⭐ Why Attendance Matters
Consistent attendance is one of the biggest factors in your child’s success. When students are in class every day, they stay on track academically, build strong relationships, and develop good habits for the future. Every day counts!
School starts tomorrow—let’s make it a great year! 🎉
We have a new process for reporting absences:
PreK–4th Grade: Please contact your child’s teacher directly. The teacher will inform the office of the absence. Please use ROOMS to contact teacher!
5th–12th Grade: Please contact the Business Office at our new phone number 605-888-9349 or by email at mary.beyer@k12.sd.us. Students must also check in and out with Mary Beyer in the Business Office.
👉 If you have children in both lower (PreK–4) and upper grades (5–12), please notify the Business Office directly, and we will pass the information along to the teacher.
👉 If you know in advance that your student will be gone for the day/leaving early/coming in later please notify us as soon as possible!
⭐ Why Attendance Matters
Consistent attendance is one of the biggest factors in your child’s success. When students are in class every day, they stay on track academically, build strong relationships, and develop good habits for the future. Every day counts!
School starts tomorrow—let’s make it a great year! 🎉
Title 1 Informational Meeting TONIGHT at 6:30pm in Music Room. Come learn about our Title 1 Program, how it supports students learning, and way you can get involved in your child's education! Looking forward to see you !!
Reminder – Open House Tonight! Let’s Kick Off the School Year! 6-8pm
Elite Player Development Fall Basketball Camp - See details for sign up and information.
You can now make all school payments online! Lunch accounts, athletic passes, and preschool fees can all be paid through Infinite Campus. Just log in, click 'Fees' and add your payment to the cart. Please note: ‘Unpaid Fees/Fees Due’ in Infinite Campus simply shows the cost of each item — it does not mean you have an outstanding balance.
