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November 14, 2024

SWMS DailyNewsNovember 14, 2024

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Lunch Menu

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click link for full lunch

Joke

What sound does a turkey's phone make?


answer: Wing, wing

Activities

Class Challenge for November

Starting Monday, November 4th the class (5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th) with the least amount of tardies for the month will get an ice cream party in December .

This will be a monthly challenge, so get to class and win that party!


Good Luck to all 5th and 6th grade students participating in Festival Choir today.


The end of the Trimester is Friday, November 15th.

Upcoming Hearing Screening Notification

The South Dakota School for the Deaf (SDSD) will conduct free hearing screenings at our school, for grades 5th and 7th.

THIS YEAR, HEARING SCREENINGS WILL TAKE PLACE ON:

January 15, 2025 at Sturgis Williams Middle School

You will only be notified if your child does not pass the hearing screening. Your school will reach out to you with any recommendations/next steps. Rescreens or further testing can be completed at no charge, with the pediatric audiologist at:

South Dakota Services for the Deaf- Rapid City Clinic

2138 Jackson Blvd

Rapid City, SD 57702

PH: 605-791-7839

If you do NOT want your child to participate in the hearing screening, please contact your child’s school prior to the date listed above, or your child will be included as planned.

Sturgis Public Library Happenings

Wednesdays. Nov. 6, 13, & 20 @ 3:30pmNeeds & Noodles Join us at the Sturgis Public Library for eight weeks of cooking and life skills for Young Adults. Join the club and learn basic meals and skills with Miss Sierra. Ages 12+.


Tues. Nov. 12, 4pm Conservation Corner Youth interested in land ethics are invited to take action through an engaging Urban Planning "hike" around the Sturgis Public Library on Tuesday, November 12th at 4pm. Intended for ages 10+.


Tues. Nov. 12, 6pm History Talks Join the Sturgis Public Library on Tuesday, November 12th, at 6pm for History Talks sponsored by the South Dakota Historical Society Foundation. This month State Museum Registrar Corey Christianson will discuss the life and military service of Alfred G. Dahlin, a Sisseton-area resident who served in the U.S. Army in World War I. She will also talk about Dahlin's possessions from the war, which were donated to the State Museum and Archives by his family. His story is the subject of an article, written by Christianson, in the fall issue of South Dakota History (Vol. 54, No. 3), which will publish on October 29.


Thurs. Nov. 14, 3:30pm Code Critters Kids ages 6-10 are invited to join Code Critters - coding for kids, at the Sturgis Public Library on Thursday, November 14th, 3:30 pm, ages 6-10. Introducing young learners to the basics of programming through fun and interactive activities.


Sat. Nov. 16th, 10am-2pm Help Raise Braille Awareness Join student Eekiah Beug at the Sturgis Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 16th from 10am-2pm for an engaging session on opening the world of reading and writing to individuals who are blind. Eekiah will guide you in creating a Braille card with simple messages to take home. All materials will be provided. All ages interested are welcome to attend.


Mon. Nov. 18 5-7pm Movie Night: "Frozen" Celebrate National Princess Day by joining the Sturgis Public Library for a showing of Disney's "Frozen" on Monday, November 18th at 5pm. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. Plus, get crafty and decorate a crown during the movie and become royalty for the day!


Tues. Nov 19, 3:30pmWonder Math Join Richard Moeller at the Sturgis Public Library on Tuesday, November 19th, at 3:30pm, for science-based discoveries, activities, and more. All ages are welcome.


Thurs. Nov. 21, 5:30pm Music Speaks Music Speaks at the Sturgis Public Library will be on Thursday, November 21st, at 5:30pm. How do musicians express thanks? This month we explore Thankfulness and the Autumnal Harvest through musical examples. We will also answer the burning question—Who is more musically thankful: Antonio Vivaldi or Ariana Grande?


Fri. Nov. 22, 1pm Storytime South Dakota In honor of National Picture Book Month, we’re celebrating the joy of reading aloud at the Sturgis Public Library on Friday, November 22nd at 1pm with an exciting story time filled with songs and paper bag pet puppets! We'll be sharing this year’s Prairie Bud winner, "See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat" by David LaRochelle. Don't miss out on this purr-fectly entertaining book adventure.


Mon. Nov. 25, 3:30pm-5pm Mega Monday Join the Sturgis Public Library on Monday, November 25th, from 3:30-5pm for "DIGGING DINOS", a paleontology challenge. For kids ages 6-10 to explore the world of S.T.E.A.M.


Thurs. Nov. 28Thanksgiving Closed


Fri. Nov. 29 Closed


Sat. Nov. 30, 10-3 pm Youth Craft Market Support young creators at our Youth Craft Market at the Sturgis Public Library on Saturday, November 30th from 10am-3pm, where talented kids and teens showcase and sell their handmade crafts! From unique art to one-of-a-kind gifts, come shop and be amazed by the creativity of our local youth. Those interested in hosting a free vendor booth are welcome to pick up an application at the library.


November Artist - "Art Meet" - Come view art designed by a group of women artists based in the Northern Black Hills who work in many mediums in a wide range of styles. Several members are late-career professionals, most hold an art or art education degree and are partners in The Art Nest Gallery located in Spearfish.

Contests

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Calling All Artists

The South Dakota Department of Transportation and South Dakota Pilots Association are seeking students to enter the 2025 International Aviation Art Contest. The theme is Women with Wings and we would like to invite students ages 6 - 17 to submit artwork inspired by the daring women who have defied society's expectations, taking to the air and proving that the sky is a place for everyone. All artwork must be 11 3/4 by 16 1/2 inches or the nearest possible equivalent in size to be considered for the contest. Prizes will be awarded for 1st - 3rd place. All entries must be received by January 7, 2025. There is more information in the office.

Staff Member of the Month

Do you know a staff member that goes above and beyond to be kind and helpful? Please, nominate them for the PTSA staff member of the month. Nomination forms can be found in the office.

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.

Archived Newsletters
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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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