The POW/MIA Missing Man Table ceremony is a dignified and solemn moment in many formal dinners and other occasions. There have been many different narratives written for the ceremony, but the symbolism is quite constant. It involves a table, usually set off to the side, with a single chair.

Set at the table is a plate containing a slice of lemon and a small amount of salt. The table is set with a white tablecloth, a single candle, a book of faith (optional), an inverted glass, and a single red rose in a vase, around which is tied a red or yellow ribbon.

There is nothing more poignant than witnessing the empty chair sitting at a POW/MIA table with incredible significance for every displayed feature of this ritual.

Witnessing the ceremony that accompanies this memorable event brings more than just a single emotion. The ceremony is performed many times, throughout the year, at official military events in remembrance and in honor of all POW/MIAs.

PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW FOR THE SBHS MISSING MAN TABLE.

Monday 11/13/2023

Tuesday 11/14/2023

SBHS Debate: Novice Debate @Spearfish HS; 4:00 PM

SBHS Basketball Cheerleading Tryouts: West Gym; 3:30-5:30 PM

Wednesday 11/15/2023

SBHS Basketball Cheerleading Tryouts: West Gym; 3:30-5:30 PM

Thursday 11/16/2023

No Activities

Friday 11/17/2023

SBHS Debate: Mitchel HS @ 3:00 PM

SBHS Musical: Sturgis Community Center; 7:00 PM

Saturday 11/18/2023

SBHS Debate: Mitchel HS @ 3:00 PM

SBHS Musical: Sturgis Community Center; 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM

The National Honor Society (NHS) is a nationwide organization for high school students in the United States and outlying territories, which consists of many chapters in high schools. NHS was founded in 1921. Today, over 1 million students participate in NHS, which has chapters around the world.

NHS emphasizes leadership and service. Members meet standards for character and draw on their leadership experience to contribute to the society.

Selection is based on four criteria: academic achievement, leadership , service , and character . Students must, at a minimum, have a cumulative GPA of a B, 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent standard of excellence.

Sturgis Brown High School NHS Induction will be December 12 in the West Gym. Direct all questions to Dadra Avery, dadra.avery@k12.sd.us

Congratulations to Scooper Singers! Allyson Tish (11) and Charlie Knutson (9). They will be representing SBHS in Omaha, NE on February 8-10, 2024 for the ACDA's Midwestern Honor Choir.

Participants in Honors Choir rehearses and performs a sizeable repertoire of high-caliber choral literature from a wide variety of musical genres and periods. Singers are chosen based upon assessments of vocal independence, harmonization abilities, and sight-singing skills.

Bono Buchtel & Brooklyn Brant have designed this year's shirt to give back to the weight room and all profit goes towards the weight room. I think you are going to like this year’s theme…it is "Uplift" We chose this theme because it’s so important to choose your energy and attitude and bring the best version of yourself to the weight room and life.

Short-Sleeve – Black w/White - $15

Long-Sleeve – Black w/White Print - $22

Hoodie – Black w/White Print - $32

Please place orders w/Bono, Brookyln, or Sage. Cash or Checks (Made to SBHS) Accepted. All money due by Friday November 17th.

Thanks so much for supporting the weight room and Bono & Brooklyn’s effort to give back!

Take care of your MacBook during the winter season! Leaving your MacBook in the car overnight can harm its battery. Cold temperatures can decrease the battery life by more than 50% because it permanently damages the charging cells. Here are some other tips to keep your device in good shape all year:

• Protect your screen: Avoid putting papers or other items between the screen and the keyboard. While it might be convenient, your computer isn't a folder, and this can damage your screen.
• Transport your device closed and without accessories attached: When you carry the device by the screen with the keyboard hanging, it damages the hinges and leaves the device vulnerable to impacts. If you leave accessories like the charger or a flash drive plugged in, it damages the ports which means they may stop working.

• Restart your computer regularly: To keep your MacBook running smoothly, restart it from time to time. This helps stop background programs, which can slow down your computer and drain the battery.

• Charge your device at home: Charging your MacBook at home saves you time and money. Your battery should last around 15-20 hours on one charge, as long as you don't have too many programs running or it froze int he car 🙂. Plus, charging at home helps prevent the need to replace a charger that has been "permanently borrowed," which can cost $50!

• Check the handbook for other possible fees you might be responsible for.

• Stay updated with Mosyle: Mosyle Updates come through as banners on your device and allow you to control when software updates happen on your computer. This way, your computer won't shut down unexpectedly for an update -you can choose a time that works for you.

It's always frustrating when your tools stop working, so make these tips a regular practice. Both you and your computer will be happier for it!

Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on your stage! Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities.

It's the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes find their cliques, recount their vacations and look forward to the new year.

Showtimes are November 17 @ 7:00 PM, November 18 @ 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM at the Sturgis Community Center. Directed by Shawntera Kennedy, Jennifer Loftin, Gary Nelson and Teresa Bartlett. Tickets available at the door. Questions? Contact scooperthespiansociety@gmail.com

Volunteering involves going to Deadwood on court nights (2nd and 4th Monday of the month). There is possible transportation if they have enough volunteers and eventually add in Meade County on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Court starts at 4:45 PM and it is our goal to have kids out of the court house no later than 7 PM. The students will do mock trials to get the comfortable and then will take actual cases as they come. We have attorneys who will work with the students to teach them some basics about how to read and interpret cases/law as well courtroom procedure.

Currently volunteers earn $250/year for scholarship funds. This last year, two scholarships were given, one for $750 and another for $500. We have court on November 13th and November 27th next month and may need to add court dates.

If you are interested in this program, please stop and see Mr. Sullivan or Mrs. Kaufman.

Three teachers are available to help students with homework on TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, and THURSDAYS. Students should arrive by 3:30 PM but can leave whenever they complete their work if they have their own ride. Students who need a late bus pass are required to stay until 5:15 PM.

Snacks are provided. Any questions, contact Mrs. Buchholz at sandra.buchholz@k12.sd.us

The Sturgis Public Library will be having coding for ages 8+ on Wednesday, November 8th, from 3:30-4:30 pm. Join members of the Application Development Club from the SD School of Mines and Technology in learning fun new coding skills and concepts. Space is limited.

Important information as you prepare for your Senior Year

***Information below is subject to change. Please watch the SBHS Announcements and the Class of 2024 Google Classroom for updates.***

1. October 4 – 1:50 PM Mandatory Senior Class Meeting West Gym with Jostens representative

2. October 18 – Cap & Gown, Graduation Merchandise Order Due to Jostens

3. December 1—Senior Pictures due for Yearbook to shanna.dschaak@k12.sd.us and baby pictures with senior picture also due to Google Classroom Class of 2024 for the senior slideshow

4. February 1 – Many Local Scholarship Applications open. See Student Services website for full details.

5. March 29 – 3:15 p.m. Deadline for class poem* and class song nominations on 2024 Google Classroom.

a. Song submissions must include printed lyrics as well as a YouTube link and must not include any reference to alcohol, drugs, illicit behavior, profanity, etc. (This is a happy moment and will play while you hand out your flower at graduation, so the song should properly fit the occasion.)

b. Submitted poems should be school appropriate original work and will be read by author at graduation.

6. April 1—Most Local Scholarship Applications are due. Check each individual scholarship for specific deadlines. See Judy Weisz, Registrar, if you have questions.

7. April 9-12 —Online voting for class poem and class song through 2024 Google Classroom

8. Week of April 15– Make class awards in Room 303 (Mrs. Kaufman) during Scooper Time until we are done

9. April 19- 3:15 p.m—Deadline to sign up for Graduation Speaker Try-Outs on 2024 Google Classroom. (*If your poem is selected, you cannot audition for speaker as you will be reading the poem at graduation.)

10. April 24 & 25—Graduation Speaker try-outs in Room 113 (Mrs. Holzbauer)

11. April 29-May 3—Online voting for Class Awards on 2024 Google Classroom

12. May 13 – 8:00 AM—Senior Walk, pick up Senior Checkout Sheet, and complete Exit Survey

13. May 15—Turn in Checkout sheet and computer

14. May 17— 9:00 AM Scholarships and Awards Ceremony

10:30 Graduation Practice

11:30 BBQ (Senior class members only) with Senior Class Awards at 12:00

a. Parent volunteers are needed to assist with cooking, serving & clean-up

b. Parents should contact Mrs. Stephanie Kaufman at stephanie.kaufman@k12.sd.us to volunteer.

15. May 19—Graduation: Doors open at 12:30 PM

a. Senior Line up is at 1:15 PM

b. Dress expectations are as follows:

Ladies: Dress, skirt and blouse, dress pants and blouse; shoes - No flip flops or tennis shoes and

shoes must have a back strap.

Gentlemen: Dress slacks, black jeans, dress shirt; shoes - No flip flops and no tennis shoes.

c. Additional adornments to the original dress of a cap and gown, include honor cords, honors tassels, National Honor Society stoles, military uniform if basic training has been completed, traditional tribal regalia -- an eagle feather or eagle plume (SDCL 13-1-66), tribal beading of cap or gown and a star quilt on chair.

d. No other hat decorations permitted.

e. See Mr. Wilson by May 15 if you have any questions

c. Graduation begins promptly at 2:00 PM

Pete Wilson, Principal

Coleen Keffeler, Assistant Principal

Wayne Sullivan, Assistant Principal

Email: MeadeSBHS@k12.sd.us

Website: Sturgis Brown High School

Phone: (605) 347-2686

Location: 12930 E. Highway 34, Sturgis, SD. 57785