A huge THANK YOU to our friends at Architecture Incorporated for their generous donation of 25 fleece blankets to Project Warm-Up! Your generosity helps bring warmth and comfort to those in need and we are so grateful for your continued support!
TOMORROW (December 14th) is our 19th Annual Blanket-Making Event at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary, and we’d love for YOU to join us! The event runs from 11 am to 3 pm., and no experience is needed.
PWU is still in need of donations to meet this year’s requests for over 1,600 blankets. If you can help with fleece fabric, completed blankets, or monetary support (Venmo: @gotfleece) any help is appreciated!
Gold Card members got into the holiday spirit earlier today at our annual Gold Card Holiday Luncheon at Roosevelt High School—and what a memorable day it was! 🎄
Attendees listened to amazing performances from the RHS Jazz Bands and Concert Choir, which left many in awe of just how talented our students are.
A unique highlight of the luncheon was creating a collaborative Christmas story using ChatGPT—it quickly became a crowd favorite, sparking plenty of laughter and creativity among the group!
A HUGE thank you to:
✨ The RHS Student Council for their incredible hospitality.
✨ The Community Education team for organizing such a wonderful event.
✨ The talented RHS student performance groups and their directors.
✨ The Child Nutrition team for preparing a delicious meal.
✨ And, of course, to everyone who joined us today and helped make it such a special celebration!
Lincoln High School's Student Council is hosting its first-ever Winter Carnival this Saturday, December 14, from 1-3 PM, and you're invited!
This free event is designed for elementary-aged students to enjoy holiday-themed activities, games, and crafts. Families are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to help spread some Christmas cheer to other students in need.
📍 Lincoln High School
🗓️ Saturday, December 14th | 1–3 PM
We can't wait to see you there! 🎁✨
Collier for three and Evans for PUBLISHED! 🏀🖼️🥳
Please help us give a HUGE congratulations to Harvey Dunn fifth grader, London Evans, who had one of his sports drawings recently published in the latest edition of Sports Illustrated (Kid Edition)! His drawing features WNBA star, Napheesa Collier, of the Minnesota Lynx.
Great job, London!
Calling all Sioux Falls seniors aged 60+! Join us next Tuesday, December 10, at Roosevelt High School for a festive lunch to get you into the holiday spirit!
Enjoy an afternoon of great food and even greater company while listening to musical performances from the RHS Jazz Bands and Concert Choir. Superintendent Dr. Jane Stavem will also share updates about the Sioux Falls School District at this special event.
Whether you have friends or family in the RHS student groups, are a retired educator, or just a senior in the community who values public education, we’d love to celebrate the season with you!
Tickets are $10, and include a turkey dinner with all the fixings, dessert, coffee, and unlimited entertainment. Event begins at 11:15 am. RSVP here by Monday (12/9) at noon! But hurry! Spots are limited! RSVP here! https://bit.ly/3D30cuG
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond to inspire their students? Now is the time to make sure they get the recognition they deserve!
The Sioux Falls School District’s Teacher of the Year program celebrates outstanding educators who make a lasting impact in and out of the classroom. Applications are open through Monday, January 13, at 5 pm, and we want to hear about the amazing teachers who make our schools shine.
Visit: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program to learn more and submit your application!
Help us celebrate the incredible work our educators do to shape the future. Tag a teacher or share this post to spread the word!
Today we are celebrating the amazing staff who make our Special Education program so impactful. In the Sioux Falls School District, we serve 4,154 students ages 3-21, which is an increase of 0.7% since last year. This growth reflects our commitment to providing individualized support and fostering an inclusive learning environment for all.
Thank you to our Special Education team for your dedication to helping every student thrive!
A reminder that the first of three Community Health & Wellness Fairs kicks off TOMORROW, December 3rd, at Garfield Elementary from 4:30-7 pm.
This FREE, family-friendly, come-and-go event is packed with exciting opportunities including,
+ Over 50 vendors providing free community resources
+ Free health screenings
+ Interactive activities for the kids
+ $1,000+ in door prizes announced hourly!
Don’t miss this chance to explore health, wellness, and fun for the whole family! We can’t wait to see you there!
During this season of gratitude, we are thankful for amazing educators like Geoff Smith!
Geoff, an 8th-grade math teacher and team lead at Ben Reifel Middle School, is this week’s SFSD All Star! 🌟
His colleague, Danyelle Cleveland, sums it up perfectly:
"Geoff is a humble servant leader who consistently meets the needs of our students, team, and his family. One of the first things you notice about him is his positive attitude—he’s always smiling and greets everyone cheerfully throughout the day. He goes above and beyond to help students achieve their academic goals, working patiently with small groups to ensure they understand math concepts. Geoff doesn’t just care about academics; he genuinely cares about people and strives to make a difference every day.”
Geoff’s dedication to students, his team, and the BRMS community makes a difference every day. Thank you, Geoff, for your kindness, leadership, and commitment to student success. 💛❤️🖤🤍
Congratulations on being an SFSD All Star!
After cheering on the Lincoln High School Band in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade today, take a trip down memory lane with us!
We’re excited to introduce the SFSD Archives YouTube Channel! From cherished school moments, like an interview with Dr. John W. Harris or a "The School Zone" episode featuring former Governor Bill Janklow at Axtell Park, to graduation ceremonies dating back to 1988, these videos capture the stories that have shaped our incredible community.
Discover, reminisce, and celebrate the fun memories here ---> https://www.youtube.com/@SFSDArchives
Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens December 2, 2024, at 7:30 AM! 📢
Families seeking to enroll in a Sioux Falls school outside their home attendance center must apply online. Applications are processed in the order received, and current open-enrolled students do not need to reapply to stay at their current school.
For details on specialty programs and enrollment guidelines visit: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/open-enrollment (*Please note the 2025/26 application will be accessible at this link but will not be live until Monday, December 2, at 7:30 am.)
For a smooth application process, use a desktop browser like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox. Mobile devices and Safari can produce inconsistent results.
A reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 27th, through Friday, November 29th. This season reminds us how much we have to be grateful for, especially our amazing students, staff, and families! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
Tonight (November 22), students from the Joe Foss program at Axtell Park will open their hearts and share their journeys in deeply personal and inspiring ways. Through the Vision & Voice event, these young adults have discovered the incredible power of storytelling through art.
We invite you to experience these stories at the Vision & Voice Art Show, beginning at 6:00 PM, followed by Poetry Out Loud at 6:30 PM.
For many students, sharing their life stories through art and poetry is more than an assignment, it is a way to process, heal, and connect. Their work reflects a resilience and courage that deserve to be celebrated!
Come support these students and witness the impact of art and storytelling.
📍 Axtell Park (Door L) | 6:00–7:00 PM
Today is National Substitute Educators Day! 🍎📚
Substitute teachers are the educational bridges that keep learning going strong when regular teachers are away. We’re giving a big shoutout to all the amazing substitute teachers who step in and keep things running smoothly in our classrooms. You help our students keep learning and growing, and we’re so grateful for everything you do!
Thank you subs for being such an important part of our schools!
Meet Robert Johnson, the morning custodian at Eugene Field Elementary and our newest Staff Star! 🌟 Nominated by his colleague Blair Brunstaing, Robert is celebrated for his hard work, dedication, and positive attitude.
Each day, Robert goes above and beyond to keep Eugene Field safe and clean. From clearing sidewalks in the winter to checking playground equipment, he’s always looking out for students’ well-being.
Robert’s kindness shines just as brightly. He learns students’ names, offers encouragement, and turns small moments into teachable ones. His warmth and dedication make Eugene Field a better place for all.
Thank you, Robert, for all you do! 🌟
Happy American Education Week! 🍎🥳📚
This week, we are celebrating all the incredible people who make our schools special places for students to learn and grow!
From teachers and counselors to nurses, nutrition pros, education assistants, administrative staff, custodians, substitutes, and so many others, you all are the heart of what makes our schools thrive.
Thank you for everything you do to make a difference in the lives of our students. Let's celebrate YOU this week and the amazing future we are building together!
Help shape the future of the Sioux Falls School District by completing a survey about the most desired qualities of the next superintendent. The SFSD School Board is using an educational leadership search firm to gather input. https://hyasurvey.com/SiouxFalls
On Friday, Washington High School hosted its first Indigenous Lunch and Learn event, featuring Mato Wayuhi!
Mato, an Oglala Lakota artist originally from South Dakota, is a true force of creativity. He’s the musical composer for the award-winning FX/Hulu series Reservation Dogs and was recently honored on the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Hollywood & Entertainment.
His powerful message resonated with the roughly 25 students who attended the event. The students asked thoughtful questions and even shared parts of their own journeys. Seeing the students engaged across the two lunch sessions filled our hearts with hope and pride for the future.
This event marks the beginning of a monthly series hosted by Washington High School in collaboration with the Sioux Falls School District Office of Indian Education. Each month, speakers will highlight the importance of mental health and share their paths to success, aligning with the core values of the Circle of Courage: belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity.
Stay tuned for more stories and inspiration from this incredible series!
Join experts from SFSD and Avera Behavioral Health for our next Family Forum focusing on "parenting with a purpose: vaping, alcohol, and drug use." We'll see you on Tuesday at 6 pm. Watch for the link in your email.
Looking for something fun to do next weekend? Look no further! Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School Theater presents, “A Christmas Story: The Play!”
Join us for this classic tale filled with holiday nostalgia, laughter, and iconic moments. Will Ralphie get his Red Ryder BB gun? Only one way to find out! We “triple dog dare you” to be there!
Showtimes:
📌 Thursday, November 21st, at 7 PM
📌 Friday, November 22nd, at 7 pm
📌 Saturday, November 23rd, at 2 PM
Come support our talented student performers and get into the holiday spirit!
(Scan the QR code on the poster to purchase tickets or buy at the door!)
