SWMS Daily News
April 17, 2026
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Activities
Please, return your ice pack to the nurse's office.
April 17th: Dodgeball Tourney today during 8th hour.
Come prepared: You must have shoes that tie to play on your team.
Brackets are posted on the bulletin board by Mrs. Cammack's office.
Good luck to Cooper Cermak, Boady Inhofer, and Halle Christenson as they compete in a junior high rodeo today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, April 17th and 18th in Rapid.
The track meet scheduled for today Friday, April 17 in Belle Fourche has been postponed to Friday, April 24
Good luck to the softball team as they compete against Tea in Spearfish at the Keating Resources field on Saturday, April 18 game times are noon and 1:30
Good luck to the baseball team as they compete against Brandon Valley in Spearfish on Saturday, April 18 game time 10 am
The drama department will be walking to the Sturgis Community Center on Friday, May 1st, for the 1 pm performance of the Children's show produced by the high school. There is a sign-up sheet for any cast or crew member who would like to go in the office. If you would like to attend, you must be eligible and have no behavior referrals. You can find Ms. Sara if you have any questions.
Due to the testing schedule - TALENT SHOW AUDITIONS WILL BE TODAY
FRIDAY, APRIL 17 during 6th hour in Mrs. Neilan's room
There will be a volleyball meeting Wednesday, May 6th at 3pm in the office lobby for any 8th grade girl interested in playing volleyball next year.
There will be a parent meeting for any eighth grade girl interested in playing volleyball next year at the high school on May 13th at 6pm in the East Gym of the High School.
Volleyball Camp for 8th graders June 22 - 24 at the high school. Scholarships are available to help with the cost of the camp. https://my.goldmedalsquared.com/simple-registration/bb1bdde817e729430f62f97b62b00c0d for more information contact Coach Peterson at zsdbpeterson@gmail.com
Sturgis Public Library Happenings
Monday, April 20th 4-6pm Level Up Gaming Gamers aged 10 and up are invited for an afternoon of Nintendo, card games, board games, and snacks.
Wednesday, April 22nd 3:30 - 4:30 Coding Club Hands on coding activities and programs designed for ages 6 - 10
Thursday, April 23rd 3:30 - 5:30 pm Chess Club What is en passant? All ages and abilities are welcome. From learning the basics to mastering strategy, participants will play friendly matches and develop focus, logic, and patience. Drop in to play a game or stay the entire duration!
Friday, April 24th Closed All Day
Thursday, April 30th 5 - 6pm Gardening Group Enjoy hands-on learning and a seedling swap with Chelle. Bringing plant lovers together to share knowledge, grow skills, and cultivate community. From practical planting tips to seasonal advice, this program helps gardeners of all levels thrive.
Contests:
Want to earn a snack, ice cream, or juice?
Mrs. Alicia is looking for responsible SWMS students to help clean tables after your lunch period. If you’re interested in volunteering, please check out the sign-up book located at the back of the cafeteria.
If you have any questions just ask!
South Dakota Farmers Union is excited to kick-off another camp season. They offer state camps for students ages 9-12 and 13-18.
Senior State Camp:
ages 13-18
Cost: $100 for SDFU members $135 for nonmembers
Activities: There are several speakers and activities lined up for the week to highlight different careers within the agricultural industry, cooperatives, and Farmers Union history. Campers will also participate in our tour day, dances, campfires, outdoor recreation, and camp traditions.
Register online at https://sdfu.org/education/outh-programs/youth-camps/
Feel free to contact SDFU by email at SBowman@sdfu.org or phone at 605-554-3022 with any questions
Safety
Absolutely no medication on your person, over the counter or otherwise. All medication must be given through the nurse's office.
Backpacks are to be left in your lockers. Our classrooms are very small and backpacks clutter the aisle. It is a safety thing. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sturgis Williams Middle School
Katy Jutting, Assistant Principal
Cindy Ferguson, Administrative Assistant
Shauna Sigman, Attendance Secretary
Website: https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/sturgis-williams/
Location: 1425 Cedar Street, Sturgis, SD, USA
Phone: 605-347-5232