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December 2025
Ever wondered how South Dakota funds its public schools?
This short 5-minute video explains how the state determines district funding needs, how local property taxes and state aid work together, and how the system is designed to promote fairness for students in large districts, small districts, and everything in between.
It describes how the formula is designed to promote fairness and consistency across the state—supporting students in large districts, small rural schools, and communities of every size—so that all students have access to educational opportunities.
Take a look! It is very informative! You will need to be logged into Facebook.
The Governor recently released his proposed budget, which includes no increase for K–12 education—in fact, it represents a $12.8 million decrease compared to last year.
For school districts like Meade School District 46-1, inflation continues to drive up the cost of operating schools, meaning flat funding effectively results in a cut to education. Unlike many other areas of the state budget, K–12 education funding is required by law to keep pace with inflation, making this proposal particularly concerning for our district and the students we serve. Here is the statute that requires an increase in funding for education: https://sdlegislature.gov/Statutes/13-13-10.1.
Take the time to visit with your local Meade School District 46-1 school board, administrators, teachers, and of course our senators and representatives. Let your voices be heard! 📢
SASD Executive Director Rob Monson breaks down why the Governor’s proposed budget leaves our schools behind. Click here for further information!
Who wants a chance to win some CASH?
The Post Prom Committee is selling raffle tickets—only 300 tickets available at $50 each.
🎉 Prizes include:
• 3 winners of $1,000
• 4 winners of $500
• 8 winners of $250
That’s 15 winners and $7,000 in total cash prizes.
The drawing will be held in February, and every ticket sold helps support a safe, fun Post Prom event for our students.
Tickets will go fast—don’t miss out!
To purchase your raffle ticket, email the Post Prom Committee (sbhspostprom@gmail.com) or send payment via Venmo @scottie-bruch.
You Look Better in Black and White with a Splash of Red!
Ready to inspire, educate, and make a difference? Meade School District 46-1 is seeking passionate individuals to join our team!
đź‘‚ Free Hearing Screenings
The South Dakota School for the Deaf will be providing free hearing screenings at our schools:
• Sturgis Elementary – January 12, 2026
Grades K, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
• Sturgis Williams Middle School – January 13, 2026
Grades 5th and 7th
If you do not want your child to participate in the free hearing screening, please contact your child’s school office to opt out.
December 22-Jan 2: Christmas Break
January 12: Parent-Teacher Conferences (SBHS only)
January 12: School Board Meeting
January 19: No School (MLK day)
January 21: 2-Hour Late Start for Students (Staff Professional Development day)
Sturgis Chamber of Commerce Events & Facebook
Sturgis Community Center website & Facebook
Foothills Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook
Do you have Facebook, Twitter or Instagram?! 🙋‍♀️
