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You may pre-order on mylifetouch.com Create an account or login with your Picture Day ID: EVTQ47DFJ

All students are photographed on picture day. Orders will be sent home with your after picture day.

Picture packets will be sent home today with your student, please ask them about the packet.

Thank you everyone for a great 1st day of school. We know today will be an even better one.

Please, check Infinite Campus during your life skills class today to see your Flex class. If you are a 6th or 7th grader and do not have a Flex class on your schedule please stop in the office so we may assign you one. Eighth grade please wait until Wednesday to check your schedules for a Flex class.

8th grade Ferris Wheel Team:

Attention 8th grade students! If you are in good standing with no behavior issues or missing assignments, you are invited to apply for the Ferris Wheel Building Team. Simply write a paragraph to Mrs. Neilan explaining why you would be a great candidate for the team. Mrs. Neilan will select 6 students from all applications received by September 5. Building will begin the week of September 15. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting project!

Knowledge Bowl:

🚀 Ready to show off your smarts? Join the Knowledge Bowl Team! 📚✨

If you love trivia, quick thinking, and teamwork, this is your chance to shine! Sign up now with Mrs. Neilan in the STEM Lab.

Don’t miss out—let’s make this our smartest year yet!

Applications due by September 5.

The first rodeo club meeting of the year will be Monday, September 8th at 6:00 in the Meade Room at the Community Center. All junior high (5th-8th) and high school rodeo athletes are welcome!

Good Luck to the high school boys golf team as they compete in the Pierre Invite in Pierre today, Tuesday, August 26th tea time 10 am Our own Tucker Long will be competing.

Good Luck to the girls soccer team as they compete against Belle Fourche at home today, Tuesday, August 26th game time 5pm

Good Luck to the boys soccer team as they compete against Belle Fourche at home today, Tuesday, August 26th game time 7pm

Interested in Fly Fishing? Maybe you haven't ever tried it or just want to improve your skills- we have a FREE clinic coming to Sturgis on September 6th from 9-11am. All ages are welcome! All equipment will be provided! If you'd like to signup for it, please come see Mrs. Cammack.

Get Ready for the Black Hills Robo Rally! No robotics experience? No problem!

Open to all students in grades 5–12 across the Black Hills area, this event is the perfect way to dive into the world of robotics in a fun, hands-on way. Whether you're a beginner or curious about starting a robotics team at your school, this is your chance to learn, compete, and explore the possibilities of STEM with VEX Robotics.

📍 Where: Spearfish Middle School Gym
📅 When: Begins September 13, 2025
🎯 Who: Students in Grades 5–12 from anywhere in the Black Hills
💡 No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and team spirit!

➡️ Want to start a VEX Robotics team at your school? Register using the QR code on the flyer.
🎁 Bonus: The first 50 students to register receive 50% off!
⚠️ Space is limited, so don’t wait!

Join us at the Black Hills Robo Rally—where innovation meets fun!

Meade School District Implements New Cell Phone and Digital Device Policy to Support Student Learning and Well-Being

In an effort to create a more focused, inclusive, and safe learning environment, the Meade School District has adopted a new policy—School Policy JFCK: Cell Phones and Portable Digital Media Devices—that limits the use of personal electronic devices during school hours.

The policy, now in effect across all schools in the district, is designed to minimize classroom distractions, promote mental health, and ensure equitable access to learning. Under the new rules, students are prohibited from using personal devices such as cell phones, smartwatches, and portable media players during instructional time and in other school settings where learning or safety could be impacted. All students are expected to keep their devices powered off and stored out of sight throughout the school day. Smartwatches must be switched to Airplane or School Mode to prevent distractions and maintain focus during instruction.

The district encourages parents to partner with schools in reinforcing these expectations. For full details, parents and guardians can access Policy JFCK and individual school handbooks via the Meade School District’s official website

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.

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.

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