Congratulations to 2021 Senior Jocelyn Enfield on her Academic Excellence recognition from Governor Kristi Noem.
We were just notified that the company that is refinishing our gym floors will be here this afternoon! Therefore, the gyms will be closed down until further notice. The girls basketball workout that was scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled. However, there will still be a meeting at 9:30 AM outside of the school building. All girls players need to show up for this meeting. They will be discussing plans going forward with camps and workouts.
Ethan School is currently looking for a new (PK-12) Librarian.
Must have a minimum of 12th grade education. The candidate must be able to relate to adults and children, excellent written and verbal communications required.
This is a Full-Time position with Full Benefits. Salary based upon job experience and education.
All inquiries can be sent to Mary Beyer (mary.beyer@k12.sd.us) or Tim Hawkins (tim.hawkins@k12.sd.us). Ethan School 605-227-4211.
There will a team workout next Tuesday June 8 at 9:15 -10:30 for all girls basketball players Grades 7-12. We will have one weekly throughout the summer on Tuesdays at this time. It will allow those athletes who are doing the Avera workouts to still attend.
These workouts are OPTIONAL! Please contact Coach Young at jjjyoung@mitchelltelecom.net or text him at 605-999-6826 if you have any questions.
Please make sure that you look at the Summer Activities schedule in the news section so that you're up to date!
The state track students will be departing from the school at 8:00 Friday morning. If anyone would like to send them off, be at the school around 7:45AM or any where along the route to show them your support. Good Luck!! 💛💙 We are proud of you!
Avera will be hosting a COVID vaccine clinic for 12-18 year olds at the Grassland Clinic on Thursday June 3rd from 4p -7p.
Approximately 60 doses available. Parental consent required. More clinics to follow. Please call clinic at 995-7000 if you have questions.
Please register at the following link: https://amcc.force.com/COVID19Vaccine/s/averaqueenofpeace/grasslands
Congratulations to the Ethan Golf Team as Ryanna Clauson, Rylan Gerlach, Kody Klumb, and Kaden Klumb all qualified for the state tournament! State Tourney in in Brookings June 7-8th!
REMINDER! This Saturday, May 22nd is VBS at the United Methodist Church in Ethan. Check In at 8:45-9:00AM and Supper will be served at 5:30PM. If questions, please contact Cheryl Lutjens or Melissa Koch, THANKS!
TODAY is the Day to Congratulate our Seniors on their Graduation! Ethan School wishes you the very best in the future! We know you all will do great things! CONGRATULATIONS!!
This is a reminder that the Ethan Junior High track athletes will NOT be traveling to the track meet today in Parkston. This is a varsity meet and only our varsity track athletes will be headed to Parkston today.
Please review your lunch account balance and make sure it is paid by the last day of school, May 19th. You can review your balance on https://family.wordwareinc.com/. The meals were free this year however additional/second items were not. Once you log in it will tell you the balance on your family account.
If you have any questions, please let Mary Beyer know at 605-227-4211 or mary.beyer@k12.sd.us
Thank you
Ethan School
This is a reminder that the BEE Seahawk football banquet will be held in Emery on May 18th at 7:00 PM. Everyone is asked to bring a salad or a dessert.
Dear Ethan school families.
The government has a new broadband benefit included in the $1.9T Covid bill.
Here is a list of telco and internet providers that are participating in SD, but most everyone in this area should be covered by either their cell provider or internet provider.
Please click link for more information: fcc.gov - EBBP providers
One of the qualifiers is if your student receives (or is eligible to receive) free or reduced school lunches.All Ethan students get free lunches, every single Ethan School family would be eligible.
This is a $50 credit directly on your internet or cell phone bill each month.
Only one $50 credit per household.
You can start to apply for this program on the today, May 12th.
They can sign up directly with your provider or online at https://getemergencybroadband.org
Ethan School
Picture forms were sent home with track athletes yesterday. Team pictures will be taken tomorrow, May 12th, in Parkston. Please make sure to send forms to school with your students. Junior high track athletes will need to make sure to bring other clothes to change into as they will turn in their uniforms after pictures are taken. Contact me if you need a picture form as I still have some in my office, tim.hawkins@k12.sd.us.
TONIGHT & TOMORROW Nights Music Concert will be Livestreamed @ 7:00PM.
Congratulations to the 2020-2021 Ethan PreK/JrK graduates!!!
Congratulations to Kaden Klumb and Kody Klumb as they both broke the school record for 18 holes today at BonHomme Golf Course. Kaden now holds the school record with a 74 and Kody is right behind with a 76. Keep up the great work gentlemen!
The freshman leadership class is hosting a day of giving back to the Ethan community to show how much we appreciate the community and how much they do for us. Day of giving will be Wednesday, May 5th. The second-grade class is going to walk around writing on sidewalks/driveways. If you would like your driveway or sidewalk have a bright and colorful mural, call or text Katrina Hostler at 605-770-5392 or the Ethan school at 227-4211. Also, you can email Katrina.Hostler@k12.sd.us
Ambush forms were sent out with the kids this week. Kindergarten through senior boys and girls are eligible. For the grade level portion, fill in the grade that your child will be in for the 2021-2022 school year. Forms can be turned into Jen Klumb in the preschool room. Money does not need to be sent until the first day of camp, unless desired.
