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September 12, 2025

SWMS DailyNewsSeptember 12, 2025

Today is a Black Day Today is a Black Day

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Lunch Menu

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Sturgis Williams Middle School Principal, Chad Hedderman, has been recognized as the Region VII Middle School Principal of the Year for the 2025–26 school year. The award was presented during the South Dakota Association of Secondary School Principals Joint Convention held in Deadwood on June 10, 2025.This prestigious recognition celebrates Principal Hedderman’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to fostering student success and supporting staff at Sturgis Williams Middle School.

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Free Breakfast

On Friday, October 3, the SWMS cafeteria will be offering free breakfast to all SWMS student 5th - 8th grade from 7:40 until 8.

Joke: What do you call a pirate that skips school?


Answer: Captain Hookie

Activities

Do you want to earn some money? Get paid to run the clock at middle school volleyball game or do the chain gang at a football game. If interested, please see Mr. Schlichtemeier.


Pictures are in. They should have went home with your child yesterday or today. Please, ask them about them.


Please, return your ice packs to the nurse's office.


Congratulations to the girls varsity soccer team on their 11 to 1 victory over Douglas/New Underwood last night. The junior varsity game got called due to no lights so the girls were only allowed to play a half but the score was 8 to 0 us.


The boys varsity soccer game was called at half time due to weather last night with a 0 to 0 score against Douglas/New Underwood.


Congratulations to the junior varsity boys' soccer team on their 12 to 2 victory over Douglas/New Underwood last night.


Congratulations to the 7th and 8th grade football teams on their 40 to 0 victories over Rapid City Christian last night


Congratulations to the 7th grade volleyball team on their two set to none victory over Saint Thomas More last night. Unfortunately, the 8th grade girls lost one set to two sets.


Congratulations to the cross country team on another outstanding showing at the Belle Fourche meet yesterday.


Good luck to the girls' and boys' soccer teams as they compete against Sioux Falls Christian on Saturday, September 13th game times are 11 and 1


Good luck to the Cheer team as they compete in Winner on Saturday, September 13th cheering begins at noon central time


Good luck to all youth soccer teams as they compete in the Autumn Clash in Rapid City this weekend.


Homecoming September 15 - 19 Dress Up Days

Monday: Camo

Tuesday: Twin

Wednesday: Class Color

8th pink

7th blue

6th orange

5th green

Staff tie dye

Thursday: Hawaiian

Friday: Scooper Day (Red, Black, White)

Minimal Face Paint


Dental Bus Coming to Sturgis Elementary!

The Delta Dental Mobile Program is coming to Sturgis Elementary September 15-19, 2025. They provide dental exams, preventive services, cleanings, and cavity fillings at no charge for students who have not seen a local dentist in over 2 years, or those who live more than 85 miles from the nearest dentist. Prioritization will be given to children without private dental insurance or a home dentist.​

If you are interested in having your child visit the dental bus, please contact the office at 605-347-2386. Paperwork must be completed and given to the school nurse to schedule your child. This service is open to all students in Meade School District.


Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will start Thursday, September 18th at 7:40 in Mrs. Pool's room, room 310


The After School Program will begin Tuesday, September 16th.


Pictures retakes are Monday, October 20th

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Sturgis Public Library Happenings

Wonder Math with Richard Moeller - Sept. 2nd & 16th @ 3:30 pm, all ages. Meeting every 1st & 3rd Tuesday, September through February.


Coding Club - Sept. 3rd & 17th @ 3:30 pm. Join us for hands-on coding activities and programs, designed for ages 6-10. Held September through April. Meeting every 1st & 3rd Wednesday.


LEGO Club - Mon., Sept. 15th from 3-5 pm. Join builders of all ages for creative fun and hands-on exploration with bricks. Let’s build, imagine, and create together! Monthly, on the first Monday, except for holidays.


Needs & Noodles - Sept. 9th & 23rd @ 3:30 pm. For ages 12 and up, join us this fall to learn basic cooking and life skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Held every 2nd & 4th Tuesday, September through November.


Level UP! Gaming - Mon., Sept. 15th from 4-6 pm. Open for all gamers 10+. Join us to play Nintendo, card games, board games, and snack on popcorn. Other snacks to share are welcome. Held every 3rd Monday.


S.T.E.A.M. Team - Mon., Sept. 22nd @ 4 pm. Featuring "Corn Maze Mapping”, a S.T.E.A.M. activity for kids, age 6-10. Design and plan your own corn maze using graph paper and optional digital tools, learning about maps, patterns, and problem-solving. Held every 4th Monday.


Youth Book Club - Wednesday, Sept. 24th @ 3:30 pm. Calling all young readers ages 10 and up! Join our open book club to chat about your favorite books, discover new stories, and hang out with fellow book lovers. PS. There will be snacks!


Crochet with Chelle - Thurs., Sept. 4th @ 5 pm. Join Chelle for a relaxing evening of crochet tips, techniques, and creative fun, perfect for teens and adults. All supplies provided. Free to attend — please RSVP with the library.


Full Moon Hike - Sun., Sept. 7th @ 7pm. Meet at the SBHS parking lot for a gentle 3-mile loop under the glow of the full moon. Along the way, we’ll pause for short, kid-friendly talks about moon phases, nocturnal wildlife, and how our eyes adjust to the dark. Bring water, bug spray, and a flashlight!

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Contests

Patriot's Pen

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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.

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Sturgis Williams Middle School

Chad Hedderman, Principal

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

Meade 46-1 District Office
https://www.meade.k12.sd.us/superintendent-business-office/
Wayne Wormstadt, Superintendent

Brett Burditt, Business Manager


1230 Douglas Street

Sturgis SD 57785

(605) 347-2523

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