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March 2026
Monday, April 13, 2026
- 2026-27 Bus Route Change Requests
- Food Service Annual Update
- Woodle Field Parking Lot MOU
- Custodial Contracts
- Authorization to Issue Teacher Contracts
- Policy Reviews
(*Not all agenda items are listed, see School Board Agendas and Minutes)
Petitions for school board vacancies for the 2026-27 school year are being circulated for the June 2, 2026 election. The deadline to submit your petition is March 24, 2026 by 5:00 pm to the Business Office.
Available Vacancies:
4-year term
4-year term
2-year term
The terms of two Board members, Megan Snyder and Brian Voight, currently serving three-year terms, and one Board member, Thomas Schneller, currently serving a two-year term, are expiring. The two seats previously designated as three-year terms will be elected to four-year terms, as approved by the Board at its December meeting.
The survey is scheduled for 3/16/2026 - 3/25/2026
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, the Meade School District 46-1 is conducting a survey in partnership with Studer Education to monitor our progress in creating a positive school experience for you and your child(ren). Your feedback is crucial in helping the Meade School District identify areas for recognition and improvement.
The survey will ask you to select the school your child(ren) attends. Once you complete the survey for 1 school, you will have the option to provide feedback on another school, if you have a child at another school in the district. Providing feedback to each school should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. We encourage you to complete it in one sitting, as your responses will be saved once you click submit.
The Parent/Caregiver Experience Survey can be accessed here:
To maintain confidentiality of the Parent/Caregiver Survey, our partners at Studer Education will be administering the survey, managing the data collection, and aggregating the data to provide results reports to leaders.
Wayne Wormstadt, Superintendent
Meade School District 46-1
Admission Is Open for 2026-27
If you are interested in learning more about the program, please join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Board Room at the Williams Administrative Building. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions and meet the dedicated staff who support the program.
To find out more information or to apply for the program, please click the link.
There’s still time to register your kindergartner for the 2026-27 school year or sign up for screening! Please bring your child’s birth certificate and immunization records.
Piedmont Valley Elementary
Whitewood Elementary
Sturgis Elementary
For more information on Military Connected Families and Purple Star, click here. If you are a military connected household and you have not notified your students building secretary, please fill out the form as the State of South Dakota requires us to collect this information every year.
Allison Schubauer, SES
Position: 2nd Grade Title I Intervention Teacher
Years in Education: 11
Special Recognition: Allison is a member of the Literacy Committee, Intervention Team and PASS Team, supporting both students and teachers through targeted literacy instruction and shared problem-solving. She is active in the PTA, consistently volunteering for school events, and continues professional growth that benefits our buildings. She is also the leader in organizing the successful Title I Family Engagement Night.
Rebecca Weber, PVE
Position: 3rd Grade Teacher
Years in Education: 30
Special Recognition: Rebecca is highly engaged in the school community - volunteering at events, supporting the PTA, contributing to instructional improvement initiatives such as the PASS Team, and maintaining lasting relationships with families and former students. She is a respected leader within her school, supporting grade-level teams, and collaborating effectively with her peers.
Tammy Gilbert, Rural
Position: K-8 Grade Teacher
Years in Education: 4
Special Recognition: Tammy actively contributes to the school and district by piloting new curriculum initiatives and scheduling field trips that connect real-world experiences to classroom learning. She regularly participates in professional development opportunities and collaborates with colleagues to ensure her teaching practices reflect the lates educational research.
Mikayla Wilson, SWMS
Position: Math/Grade 6
Years in Education: 5
Special Recognition: Mikayla takes on multiple leadership roles, including serving as a 6th grade team leader, PASS team member, Student Council Advisor, and organizer of grade-level activities that build school culture. She teaches weekly classes for community youth, serves as a volunteer coach, and acts as a youth leader, providing students with positive role models and opportunities for growth outside the classroom.
Maria Hartung, SMS
Position: Counselor/Grades 5-8
Years in Education: 10
Special Recognition: Maria is an active leader within the school, serving on multiple committees and as Department Chair for the Counselors. She supports student well-being through programs like Erika’s Lighthouse, promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Additionally, she leads the Stallion Closet, providing essential items and resources to support students in need.
Deb Cano, SBHS
Position: Math/Grades 9-12
Years in Education: 23
Special Recognition: Deb coached volleyball for many years and served as a coordinator for BH Junior Volleyball, volunteers with the boys’ basketball program, and organizes fundraisers. She also volunteers with the BH Shootists Association, helping raise funds for student scholarships.
Austin Murtha, SES
Position: Food Service Worker
Years With The District: 1
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Austin is known for his positive, lighthearted personality and willingness to help wherever needed. His kindness, patience, and upbeat attitude have made a meaningful impact on students, creating a supportive and enjoyable learning environment."
Samantha Spear, PVE
Position: Head Administrative Assistant
Years With The District: 11
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Sam's dedication, attention to detail, and positive attitude make her an essential part of the team. She consistently puts the needs of staff and students first and works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure PVE runs smoothly."
Lynsy Brink, Rural
Position: Paraprofessional
Years With The District: 4
Kind Words From Student: "Mrs. Brink is at school early everyday to clean, plan and study. We love when Mrs. Brink plays with us at recess, and all the little kids enjoy whenever she reads aloud. She is a hard-working and caring teacher who makes our school a fun place to learn." - Ellie Bruch, 8th Grade
Cindy Ferguson, SWMS
Position: Head Administrative Assistant
Years With The District: 20 teacher, 9 admin assistant
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Cindy is the heart of our school, ensuring that everything runs smoothly while making each staff member and student feel valued and supported. Her dedication, kindness, and strong work ethic make her truly deserving of this recognition."
Judy Weisz, SBHS
Position: Registrar
Years With The District: 6
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Judy works effectively with staff, students, parents and personnel from other high schools, and colleges. Whether she is explaining the enrollment procedures to a family, liasing with a college admissions representative or resolving a transript discrepancy, she does so with clarity, tact, and professionalism."
Lexi Ridley, WW
Position: Administrative Assistant
Years With The District: 2
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Lexi is known for creating a welcoming, compassionate environment and supporting students and families with patience and care. She communicates effectively during challenging situations, keeping families informed and reassured, demonstrating her strong dedication to student well-being."
Tina Brengle, Curriculum & Technology Department
Position: Administrative Assistant
Years With The District: 8
Kind Words From Coworkers: "Tina is the person who quietly keeps our operations moving. She manages a wide range of responsibilities, from device inventory and repairs to curriculum access and troubleshooting and she does it with professionalism and a genuine desire to help. She is exactly the kind of dependable, forward‑thinking team member this recognition is meant to honor."
Sturgis Elementary
Sturgis Williams MS
Sturgis Brown HS
Ten fourth-grade students from Piedmont Valley Elementary and three fourth-grade students from Whitewood Elementary proudly represented their schools at the annual Elementary Festival Choir held at the Sturgis Community Center. The students joined approximately 100 singers from surrounding schools for a full day of rehearsals and musical collaboration.
Throughout the day, participants worked together to learn and refine their pieces under the guidance of guest directors. The event concluded with a concert performance showcasing the music they had practiced together.
SWMS celebrated 112 students in grades 5 - 8 who earned straight A's for the second trimester.
Fifth graders enjoyed popsicles, while students in grades 6–8 were treated to root beer floats to recognize their achievement.
The SWMS drama department presented “A Snow White Variety Show” on March 13–14. Congratulations to the cast and crew for their outstanding performances.
February's Positive Referrals recognized students and staff for acts of kindness and initiative, such as helping others, cleaning up, assisting staff, and volunteering. Twenty-five recipients earned a “Scoopers Making a Difference” T-shirt and a free pop and popcorn coupon, with t-shirt costs supported by the Sturgis Optimist Club.
Congratulations to all SBHS Merit Honor Roll students! To view a list of names, click here.
Congratulations to all SBHS High Honor Roll students! To view a list of names, click here.
SBHS had an outstanding showing at the 2026 South Dakota State Debate & Individual Events Tournament in Aberdeen, earning four individual state championships and finishing as the State A Runner-Up overall.
State champions included Riley Carlson (Lincoln-Douglas Debate and International Extemporaneous Speaking), Madisyn Richter (Oratory), and Hunter Scott (Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking).
Several other Scoopers also placed in finals, highlighting the team’s depth and strong performance across multiple events.
SBHS sent both a Cake Team and Culinary Team to compete at the 2026 South Dakota State ProStart Invitational in Pierre.
The Culinary Team—Kurtis Capp, Xandria Goodall, and Ashlyn Larson—earned the first-ever Clark Kelley Legacy Award for outstanding safety and sanitation practices, recognizing their professionalism and attention to detail in the kitchen.
The Sturgis FFA Chapter had a strong showing at the Newell Career Development Event contest, earning five first-place team finishes in Horse Evaluation, Livestock Evaluation, Milk Quality, Natural Resources, Range Plant Identification, and Vet Science, along with a third-place finish in Ag Mechanics.
Numerous students also earned top individual placements, highlighting the chapter’s depth and dedication to agricultural education.
The SBHS Art Club will host a Live Art Auction on Thursday, April 9 at the Sturgis Vets Club to support student opportunities. The event features student-painted ceiling tiles, with proceeds helping fund a trip to Japan, art supplies, and scholarships.
An all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner ($12) begins at 5 p.m., followed by the auction at 6 p.m. The fundraiser is organized under the guidance of Art Club advisor Mrs. Kim Somervold.
SBHS Prom is almost here! Get ready for a night of Classic Hollywood glam.
- 2026-27 Assistant Principal (Elementary/Middle School)
- 2026-27 HS Physical Science/Biology Teacher w/wo coaching
- 2026-27 MS ELA Teacher w/wo coaching
- 2026-27 MS Science Teacher
- 2026-27 Special Services Teachers
- 2026-27 Special Services Behavior Intervention Teachers
- 2026-27 Speech/Language Pathologist
- Athletic/Activities Coaches
- Night Custodian (high school)
Is your student 5 years old? If so, now is a great time to schedule their kindergarten immunizations. Please contact your healthcare provider to set up an appointment, and be sure to notify the school nurse once they have been completed.
For Children with Bone, Muscle or Joint Problems
Shriners Children's Twin Cities will host a free screening clinic for children with possible bone, muscle, or joint concerns on Tuesday, April 7, from 2:00–7:00 PM at the Naja Shrine Center.
Families can have children evaluated for conditions such as toe walking, bowed legs, joint pain, limb differences, or scoliosis. Initial screenings are complimentary, and walk-ins are welcome, though appointments are encouraged.
To schedule an appointment, call 605-343-4279 or email patientservices@najashriners.org
April 27, 2026 - May 1, 2026
The Delta Dental Mobile Clinic will be at Piedmont Valley Elementary April 27–May 1, offering free dental services (cleanings, sealants, fluoride, and more). Priority is given to students without dental insurance or a regular dentist.
PVE families must complete a survey (March 30–April 10) and return consent forms by April 20. Stagebarn students may participate if transported to PVE; only consent forms are required.
More information is located on the website.
- March 24: School Board Election Petitions Deadline
- March 30: Special School Board Meeting - Study Session & Work Retreat (Executive Session prior)
- March 30: SBHS Parent/Teacher Conferences
- April 1: Bus Route Change Requests Deadline
- April 3: Easter Break (No School)
- April 4: Easter Break (No School)
- April 10: Purple Up Day
- April 13: School Board Meeting
- April 15: Homeschool Connection Program Orientation
Sturgis Chamber of Commerce Events & Facebook
Sturgis Community Center website & Facebook
Foothills Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook
