STURGIS BROWN HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 12/1/2025

SBHS Girls Basketball: Spearfish Jamboree @ Spearfish; 5:45 PM

Tuesday 12/2/2025

SBHS Debate: Sturgis Public Forum @ Sturgis; 3:30 PM

Wednesday 12/3/2025

No Activities

Thursday 12/4/2025

SBHS Boys Wrestling: Spearfish; JV/V; 5:00 PM

SBHS Girls Wrestling: Spearfish; V; 5:00 PM

Friday 12/5/2025

SBHS Oral Interp: State @ Watertown; 8:00 AM

SBHS Debate: Spearfish 2-Day Event; TBD

SBHS Boys Varsity Wrestling: Mandan Tournament; 2:00 PM

SBHS Wrestling: Girls Varsity/ Boys JV @ Custer; 9:00 AM

Saturday 12/6/2025

SBHS Debate: Spearfish 2-Day Event; TBD

SBHS Oral Interp: State @ Watertown; 8:00 AM

SBHS Boys Varsity Wrestling: Mandan Tournament; 9:00 AM

SBHS Wrestling: Girls Varsity/ Boys JV @ Custer; 9:00 AM

Sunday 12/7/2025

SBHS FFA: State LDE @ Rapid City; 10:00 AM

Friday, December 12: Snowball Dance from 8-10:00 p.m. and doors close at 8:30 p.m.

Cost is $5/person or $8 for a couple. Dress is semi-formal which means collared shirts and no pants with holes. Guests from other schools require a permission slip which can be found in the office

December 15: – SENIORS ONLY: Senior yearbook picture due (uploaded through Google Classroom; see Mrs. Craig with questions.

Tuesdays ONLY:

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes). Meets Tuesday mornings 7:15 AM in Room 124, Mrs. Keffeler’s Room.
Chess Club will meet on Tuesdays after school in Room 151, Mrs. Stevens’ room.

Sturgis Brown High School held its National Honor Society (NHS) induction ceremony on Monday, November 10, celebrating students who exemplify the organization’s four pillars: scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

The NHS recognizes outstanding high school students who demonstrate excellence in academics and a commitment to their school and community. To be eligible, students must maintain a strong cumulative GPA—meeting or exceeding the national minimum of 3.0—and show achievement across all four pillars. Applicants are evaluated by a faculty council based on their academic record, leadership roles, community service, and personal integrity.

Through membership in NHS, students pledge to uphold these values, serve their communities, and continue to lead with honesty, respect, and dedication. The induction ceremony honored those who have met these high standards and are now part of a national tradition of excellence and service.

Sturgis Brown High School is excited to announce this year’s Snow Ball Dance, taking place on Friday, December 12! The dance will run from 8:00 to 10:00 PM in the East Gym. Doors open at 8:00 PM and will close promptly at 8:30 PM—no late entries will be allowed, so make sure to arrive on time.

Students are reminded that the dress code for the evening is semi-formal. That means dress shirts, no holes in jeans. Please remember that this is a school event—attire should be school appropriate.

If you plan to bring an out-of-town guest, you must complete a permission form, available in the front office. These forms must be filled out and returned prior to the dance to ensure all guests are approved.

Don’t miss out on this special night of dancing and winter fun!

The talents of Sturgis Brown High School students will be on full display during a special evening of art and music on Monday, December 15, at 7:00 p.m. in the West Gym Lobby.

Before and after the annual Band and Choir Winter Concert, guests are invited to enjoy the Senior Art Show, which will showcase a variety of creative works by the school’s graduating art students. From paintings and photography to ceramics and mixed media, the exhibit celebrates the artistic achievements of the Class of 2025. the public is warmly encouraged to attend and support the students’ hard work and talent. — Celebrate the arts this holiday season at Sturgis Brown High School’s Winter Concert and Senior Art Show!

Sturgis, SD — Sturgis Brown High School will host a community blood drive on Wednesday, December 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the high school gym lobby. The event is sponsored by the Student Council in partnership with Vitalant.

Students aged 16 and 17 are encouraged to participate but must provide a Minor Donor Consent Form. Interested donors can make an appointment online at vitalant.org using the blood drive code Sturgisbrownhs, or by calling 877-25-VITAL.

Appointments can also be scheduled through Madisyn Richter; and additional information is available from Mr. Mott.

SENIOR NEWS | Class of 2026

September 2025

Senior Class Advisors:

Kari Van Zee (kari.vanzee@k12.sd.us)
Jenece Holzbauer (jenece.holzbauer@k12.sd.us)
Stephanie Kaufman (stephanie.kaufman@k12.sd.us)

Information below is subject to change. Please watch the SBHS Announcements and the Class of 2026 Google Classroom for updates.

Preparing for Your Senior Year

The Class of 2026 is entering an exciting and busy year filled with important deadlines and memorable moments leading up to graduation. Below are key dates and reminders to help seniors and their families stay on track.

Fall Deadlines

October 2 – Deadline to order Cap & Gown and graduation merchandise. (Instructions available on the Class of 2026 Google Classroom.)
October 17 – Deadline to submit class poem, song, motto, and flower color nominations via Google Classroom.
- Songs must include printed lyrics, a YouTube link, and be school-appropriate.
- Poems must be original, appropriate, and will be read at graduation by the author if selected.
- Motto submissions must be cited appropriately.
November 3–7 – Online voting for poem, song, motto, and flower color.
November 7 – Baby picture due for the senior slideshow.
December 15 – Senior yearbook picture due (uploaded through Google Classroom; see Mrs. Craig with questions).

Spring Deadlines

February 1 – Many local scholarship applications open (check Student Services website).
April 1 – Most scholarship applications due (verify deadlines individually). Questions can be directed to Registrar Judy Weisz.
Week of April 13 – Make class awards in Room 303 during Scooper Times.
April 17 – Deadline to sign up for Graduation Speaker try-outs (via Google Classroom). Note: If your poem is chosen, you cannot audition.
April 23 – Graduation Speaker try-outs, Room 113.
April 27–May 1 – Online voting for Class Awards.
May 11 – Pick up Senior Checkout Sheet and complete Exit Survey.
May 13 – Senior Walk, last day of class, turn in checkout sheet and computer (during 5th period).
May 15 – Awards, graduation practice, and Senior BBQ (details TBA).

Graduation Day – Sunday, May 17, 2026

12:30 PM – Doors open
1:15 PM – Seniors line up
2:00 PM – Graduation Ceremony begins promptly

Dress Expectations:

Ladies: Dress, skirt and blouse, or dress pants and blouse. Shoes must have a back strap (no flip-flops or tennis shoes).
Gentlemen: Dress slacks or black jeans with a dress shirt. Shoes must have a back strap (no flip-flops or tennis shoes).

Adornments Allowed:

Honor cords, honor tassels, NHS and military stoles, military uniform (if basic training completed), eagle feather/plume, tribal beading, or star quilt on chair (SDCL 13-1-66).
No other hat decorations or gown adornments permitted.
See Mr. Wilson by May 15 with dress code questions.

This year is full of opportunities to celebrate your hard work and create lasting memories. Stay connected through the Class of 2026 Google Classroom and SBHS announcements to ensure you don’t miss important deadlines. Congratulations, Seniors—it’s your year!