1300 S. 3rd Street (605)-725-7900 |
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From the Principals’ Desk
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We loved finishing out September with Homecoming Week. Our kids and staff had a blast at the parade, and the pep rally was a huge hit! It was a great week celebrating what it means to be Golden Eagles. Check out the photos from our day on our Facebook page; you can feel the pride and spirit shining through!
October brings with it the sounds of practice and preparation for our upcoming fall music concerts. We’re so proud of the hard work our student performers and music staff are putting in, and we can’t wait for you to see them shine!
We also want to extend a big thank you to all of our families who completed the Annual Online Registration. Having that information up to date has made such a difference, from ensuring students are ready for field trips to having the correct contact information in place. Your attention to that process was truly appreciated, so thank you!
As we head further into fall, we invite you to attend our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences. These meetings are a great way to connect, ask questions, and celebrate the progress your child is making. If you’re looking for a simple way to support our staff, consider reaching out to our PTA. They do a great job organizing and providing a meal for teachers during conferences. You can get involved by paying a $10 membership fee to join, or take a more active role by attending one of their monthly meetings.
Thanks for being such a vital part of our school community. We’re looking forward to all that October brings!
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Dr. Colleen Murley
Principal
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Mrs. Kelsey Scarborough
Assistant Principal
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Friday, October 10th
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Monday, October 13th
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Thursday, October 16th
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Friday, October 17th
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Monday, October 20th
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Tuesday, October 21st
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Thursday, October 23rd
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Friday, October 24th
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Tuesday, October 28th
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Upcoming Youth Power Events
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The monthly calendar for all Youth Power events can be viewed by clicking here! |
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Don't Forget To Join Our PTA today!
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We do not ask much of parents. Our PTA caters a dinner for our teachers on both conference nights, collects Ken’s and Kessler’s receipts, sells concessions at our middle school social, along with shows our teachers appreciation through out the school year!
If you would like to take a more active role and get involved, please attend one of our monthly meetings, which take place on the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:30pm in our library. If you are unable to take an active role, please still consider becoming a member for $10. Your membership alone helps support the PTA, and you’re welcome to simply donate without any additional time commitments.
You can click here or scan the QR code below to register online.
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Monday, October 13th 6:30pm in SMS Library |
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Picture Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21st. Students who missed the original picture day, or those who would like their photos re-taken, may have their picture taken at this time. Students choosing to do re-takes must bring their original picture packet to return to the photographer. |
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Fall 7th & 8th Grade Concert
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SMS will host its Fall Concert on Tuesday, October 28th, at 7:00pm. The concert will feature performances by the 7th grade band as well as the 7th and 8th grade choir. Students are asked to arrive at SMS by 6:40pm and are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.
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The 8th grade band has three performances during the month of October.
Roncalli Marching Band Festival on Wednesday, October 1st. Groton Street Marching Competition on Friday, October 10th. CHS Indoor Marching Concert on Friday, October 17th.
Information about these performance times and livestream links will be shared through Remind as the performances get closer.
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Fall 7th & 8th Grade Orchestra Concert
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The 7th & 8th Grade Orchestra Fall Concert is Monday, October 20th at the T.F.K. Theater at Central High School starting at 7:00pm. Students will need to arrive by 6:30pm for dress rehearsal. Concert dress for students is all black. More information will be sent home soon! The cost is $6 for adults and $4 for students. Activity passes are accepted. |
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Scan the code above (or click here) to download the app
Enter the referral code: LWSB9TFD Scan any / all of your paper receipts AND connect your Walmart account
THANKS FOR HELPING US EARN MONEY TO GIVE BACK TO OUR SCHOOL!
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The Exchange Club’s Young Citizenship Award recognizes middle school students who consistently model outstanding citizenship at both school and home. Honorees are selected for demonstrating strong character through a positive attitude, service to others, leadership, and sportsmanship. |
Congratulations to the September Exchange Club's Young Citizenship Award winners Hla Say and Steven Htoo! |
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Our SMS Social will be Friday, October 17 afterschool until 5:00pm. Tickets are $3 and will ONLY be sold during homeroom that morning.
Our PTA will offer a concession stands that will have pop and pizza slices for sale A dance will be available in the main gym with music provided by our Student Senate Games and activities will also be available for the students in the Aux gym & Cafeteria Students in Youth Power can earn a point for attending We ask that students’ rides pick students up promptly at 5:00pm
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If you are interested in helping our PTA sell concessions at the social, please call the school at 725-7900 or email Dr. Murley at Colleen.Murley@k12.sd.us. |
If you are able to purchase pop to donate to our concessions stand, please drop off any 16oz bottles to the school sometime during the week of October 13th. |
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Parent/Teacher Conferences
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Our Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 23rd, from 4:00pm to 9:00pm and on Friday, October 24th from 8:00am to 1:00pm. There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday.
Ms. Stubbe will be here Thursday evening, but she is not available Friday. Ms. Foster will be available Thursday evening, but she is not available Friday. Mrs. Trefz will be available Thursday 6:00pm to 9:00pm, and Friday 8:00am to 10:45am.
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The SMS library homepage has many great databases and weblinks that students can use for homework and research projects. To access the library webpage from home, go to the Aberdeen School District website at http://www.aberdeen.k12.sd.us/
The SD State Library has many electronic resources which can be access by going to library.sd.gov and clicking on Electronic Resources.
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The Book Fair Is Coming!!!
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Please help get books into the hands of our students by supporting the SMS book fair. We will be continuing the e-wallet feature this year. You can put money into an e-wallet for your student. (You just need to make an account online at the link below). Your student can shop the book fair with a barcode that you print at home, which will be scanned during checkout. We can also look up a student’s name if they forget the barcode. Not sure you are ready for this feature? No problem, send a check (made out to SMS) or cash with your student to shop. |
Grownups, you can shop at the book fair during conferences. Your student will be bringing home their wish list on Monday, October 20th. Our book fair will run all week, October 20th-24th. You can also order online at the link below. |
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Thank you for supporting our book fair! Happy Reading! |
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Thursday, October 16th
6:30pm-8:00pm
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Build a catapult, and launch some candy pumpkins!
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Let's have a spooky good time!
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Click the links below or scan the QR codes to follow us and stay updated on all the exciting things happening at our school! |
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