STURGIS BROWN HIGH SCHOOL

SBHS EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Monday 6/1/2026

SBHS Office: 7:30 - 2:00 PM

Tuesday 6/2/2026

SBHS Office: 7:30 - 2:00 PM

Wednesday 6/3/2026

SBHS Office: 7:30 - 2:00 PM

Thursday 6/4/2026

SBHS Office: 7:30 - 2:00 PM

Friday 6/5/2026

SBHS Office: Closed

MEADE SCHOOL DISTRICT HONORS STAFF

The Meade School District celebrated years of dedication, achievement, and service during the annual Staff Retirement and Recognition Banquet held Thursday, May 21, at the Sturgis Brown High School West Gym. The event honored retiring staff members, employees reaching service milestones, and individuals receiving special recognitions throughout the district.

The banquet recognized nine retirees whose combined years of service have made a lasting impact on students and the community. Honorees included Coleen Keffeler, Kim Cunningham, Theresa Hanzlik, Janis-Mathis Anderson, Julie Meyer, Gary Nelson, Amy Richards, Laura Sandness, and Joan Wilson. Their years of service ranged from 12 to 37 years dedicated to education and student success.

Staff members celebrating milestone years of service were also honored during the ceremony. Employees recognized ranged from 10 to 35 years of service across schools and departments throughout the district. Those recognized included teachers, administrators, support staff, and coaches who continue to make a difference in the lives of Meade School District students.

Congratulations to Deb Cano of Sturgis Brown High School who was named Meade School District Teacher of the Year, while Tina Brengle of Curriculum & Technology earned Employee of the Year honors as Support Staff of the Year. Additional building-level winners from schools across the district were recognized for their commitment and leadership.

Several staff members were recognized for outstanding accomplishments and statewide honors during the past year. Emily Young, band teacher at Sturgis Brown High School, received the Spirit of a Scooper Award for the high school and was also honored as the American Legion Post 33 Teacher of the Year.

The banquet concluded with remarks from district leadership and school board members, thanking employees for their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on students and the Meade School District community.

SCOOPERS HEAD TO SIOUX FALLS FOR STATE TRACK MEET

STURGIS — Best of luck to the Sturgis Brown High School athletes competing at the South Dakota State Track & Field Meet this week in Sioux Falls.

The state competition officially began Thursday, May 28, bringing together some of the top athletes from across South Dakota for three days of outstanding competition and sportsmanship.

Sturgis Brown athletes have worked hard throughout the season to earn their place at state, showing dedication, perseverance, and team spirit both on and off the track. Coaches, classmates, families, and the entire Sturgis community are proud to support the Scoopers as they compete against the best in the state.

Fans who are unable to attend the meet in person can still follow all the action through South Dakota Public Broadcasting’s state track coverage. Please use the QR code provided to access live coverage, results, schedules, and event updates throughout the tournament.

Good luck to all of our Sturgis Brown High School state qualifiers — we are proud of you and cheering you on from home. Go Scoopers!