CUSTER WILDCATS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

Friday Morning Breakfast Club

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025

We will be having Friday school this Friday. This is an opportunity for students to come in and make up and work they have missing. Some students may be assigned to Friday school due to having more than 2 missing assignments, excessive tardies, or other behavior issues.

PIE (Parents Involved in Education) Meeting:

Date: Due to the shortened month there is no PIE meeting in December, Merry Christmas!

All parents are encouraged to attend our monthly PIE meetings. It’s a great opportunity to get involved, meet other parents, and hear about upcoming projects and initiatives. This month a tour of the new CTE building will be the only thing on the agenda-see you there.

Community Corner-Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Custer Jr/Sr High School!

We are grateful for our wonderful parent volunteers who contribute their time and talents to enhance our school community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact the school office for more information on upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Reminders

• Health & Safety: As we enter cold and flu season, please remember to keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell. Your cooperation helps us keep our school community healthy.
• Attendance: Regular attendance is crucial for your child’s success. Please ensure that they arrive on time and are ready to learn.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community.

ATTENTION: Parents of college-bound Juniors and Seniors: The Library has a new webpage with resources you and your student may find useful in the ACT section. One page is full of “ACT Prep Resources” for the students. The “Why Does It Matter” page highlights scholarship opportunities offered through the Board of Regents and South Dakota universities, along with information on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) for students interested in attending one of the 160 colleges across the 16 Western states. Christmas Break may be a good time to start preparing for the ACT and refining post-graduation plans.

https://www.csd.k12.sd.us/page/csd-library

Some Custer FCCLA members, volleyball and football players who helped raise money and awareness for the Black Hills Road Trip of Hope Foundation.

Some of the NHS students traveled to Rapid City to help fill boxes of food at Feeding South Dakota. The students filled 600 boxes in 2 hours. These boxes will be delivered to homes around our area. The director at Feeding SD was very pleased with our students. She commended them on their work ethic and empathy towards the other volunteers.

Good job Wildcats!

All speakers shared insight into what a typical day looks like in their jobs, job outlooks in their career, possible careers within their field, and important skills for the jobs. They also shared the path they took to get to their current position. They left time to answer questions.

Student Reflections-

First Speaker: Carrie Moore (Petals and Pages)

"I learned that sometimes your qualifications don’t matter as much as your attitude and personality."

Second Speaker: Carey Poehls (Physical Therapist, Pain and Movement Solutions)

"I’m interested in healthcare, and Carey gave me insight into a possible career choice. She also highlighted the importance of communication and empathy in the healthcare field."

Third Speaker: Jeff Barnes (Technology Specialist, Black Hills Electric Coop)

"This speaker connects to my own plans and interests because it gives me comfort in knowing that I don’t have to know exactly what I want to do. I can explore various professions and then choose the one I like best, knowing that all the experiences I gain throughout the process can teach me things and be valuable in the future."

Access much information and for our students taking the ACT-released items and study information.

Karen Karim – Custer

Karen Karim has been a long-time positive force for Custer athletics. She earned SDHSCA Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year (2016) and Girls Track & Field Coach of the Year (2022), along with three USA T&F Association Coach of the Year awards. Karen has not only inspired confidence and resilience in her athletes and stands as a model of integrity for future generations of coaches.

Activity passes (tickets) are available at all school offices. Activity passes are accepted at all regular home season games, in addition, to regularly scheduled CSD plays and concerts.
Passes will be sold during the first few home games of volleyball and football.

*Family Passes: $85 maximum – for parents & all K-12 students in the same household.

Purchased individually the prices are as follows:

*Adults (including college-age students) - $45 per pass

*High School 9-12: - $35 per pass

*Middle School 6-8: - $25 per pass

*Elementary K-5: - $25 per pass

(grandparents, adult children, or college-age students are not eligible for the family pass.)

* Complimentary senior citizen passes for Custer County Residents who are age 60+.

These are also available at all school offices.

Parents Involved in Education at Custer Jr/Sr High School will meet on the following dates at 5:00PM in the Custer Jr/Sr High School library:

September 17, 2025

October 15, 2025

November 12, 2025

January 21, 2025

February 18, 2025

March 18, 2025

April 15, 2025

ACT Test is scheduled for October 18, 2025

Highmark Federal Credit Union has an exciting offer for its members and the best part about it is that it directly benefits CHS Activities!

ATTENTION Custer students, parents, faculty, and fans: Open a free

checking account at Highmark and get a free Wildcats Spirit debit card.

Plus, we'll make a contribution to CHS Activities each time you swipe your

Wildcats debit card.

All three of our checking accounts come with:

• No minimum deposit

• No minimum balance

• The convenience of online & mobile banking

• Free Wildcats debit card

Thank you!!

MISSION STATEMENT: To Educate Every Student to His or Her Potential

VISION STATEMENT: To provide the highest educational program possible through positive leadership, quality academics, and an array of opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and character development, so graduates:

• A) Go on to compete in the marketplace

• B) Understand the importance of community involvement.

• C) Enjoy life-long learning

Email: tobey.cass@k12.sd.us
Website: https://www.csd.k12.sd.us/CusterJrSrHigh
Location: 1645 Wildcat Lane, Custer, SD
Phone: 605-673-4473