SWMS Daily News
September 11, 2025
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Lunch Menu
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Sturgis Williams Middle School Principal, Chad Hedderman, has been recognized as the Region VII Middle School Principal of the Year for the 2025–26 school year. The award was presented during the South Dakota Association of Secondary School Principals Joint Convention held in Deadwood on June 10, 2025.This prestigious recognition celebrates Principal Hedderman’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to fostering student success and supporting staff at Sturgis Williams Middle School.
Free Breakfast
On Friday, October 3, the SWMS cafeteria will be offering free breakfast to all SWMS student 5th - 8th grade from 7:40 until 8.
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Activities
Thursday, September 11th Patriot Day
Patriots Day is a National Day of Service and Remembrance in the United States to honor the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the flight that crashed in Pennsylvania, as well as the first responders and service members who responded to the tragedy.
Do you want to earn some money? Get paid to run the clock at middle school volleyball game or do the chain gang at a football game. If interested, please see Mr. Schlichtemeier.
Homecoming September 15 - 19 Dress Up Days
Monday: Camo
Tuesday: Twin
Wednesday: Class Color
8th pink
7th blue
6th orange
5th green
Staff tie dye
Thursday: Hawaiian
Friday: Scooper Day (Red, Black, White)
Dental Bus Coming to Sturgis Elementary!
The Delta Dental Mobile Program is coming to Sturgis Elementary September 15-19, 2025. They provide dental exams, preventive services, cleanings, and cavity fillings at no charge for students who have not seen a local dentist in over 2 years, or those who live more than 85 miles from the nearest dentist. Prioritization will be given to children without private dental insurance or a home dentist.
If you are interested in having your child visit the dental bus, please contact the office at 605-347-2386. Paperwork must be completed and given to the school nurse to schedule your child. This service is open to all students in Meade School District.
Good luck to the golf team as they compete in Custer today, Thursday, September 11 at the Rocky Knolls Golf Course tee time 9 am
Good luck to the boys' and girls' soccer teams as they compete against Douglas at the Douglas High School Patriot Stadium today, Thursday, September 11th game times 5 and 7 please dismiss players at the end of 7th hour
Good luck to the cross country team as the compete in Belle Fourche at the Belle Fourche Country Club tomorrow, Thursday, September 11th running begins at 11
Good luck to the 7th and 8th grade football teams as they compete against Rapid City Christian in Rapid today, Thursday, September 11th game times are 4 and 5:15 please dismiss the boys at 1:45
Good luck to the 7th and 8th grade volleyball teams as they compete against Saint Thomas More at STM today Thursday, September 11th matches begin at 4 please dismiss the girls at 2:15
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will start Thursday, September 18th at 7:40 in Mrs. Pool's room, room 310
The After School Program will begin Tuesday, September 16th.
Pictures retakes are Monday, October 20th
Sturgis Public Library Happenings
Wonder Math with Richard Moeller - Sept. 2nd & 16th @ 3:30 pm, all ages. Meeting every 1st & 3rd Tuesday, September through February.
Coding Club - Sept. 3rd & 17th @ 3:30 pm. Join us for hands-on coding activities and programs, designed for ages 6-10. Held September through April. Meeting every 1st & 3rd Wednesday.
LEGO Club - Mon., Sept. 15th from 3-5 pm. Join builders of all ages for creative fun and hands-on exploration with bricks. Let’s build, imagine, and create together! Monthly, on the first Monday, except for holidays.
Needs & Noodles - Sept. 9th & 23rd @ 3:30 pm. For ages 12 and up, join us this fall to learn basic cooking and life skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Held every 2nd & 4th Tuesday, September through November.
Level UP! Gaming - Mon., Sept. 15th from 4-6 pm. Open for all gamers 10+. Join us to play Nintendo, card games, board games, and snack on popcorn. Other snacks to share are welcome. Held every 3rd Monday.
S.T.E.A.M. Team - Mon., Sept. 22nd @ 4 pm. Featuring "Corn Maze Mapping”, a S.T.E.A.M. activity for kids, age 6-10. Design and plan your own corn maze using graph paper and optional digital tools, learning about maps, patterns, and problem-solving. Held every 4th Monday.
Youth Book Club - Wednesday, Sept. 24th @ 3:30 pm. Calling all young readers ages 10 and up! Join our open book club to chat about your favorite books, discover new stories, and hang out with fellow book lovers. PS. There will be snacks!
Crochet with Chelle - Thurs., Sept. 4th @ 5 pm. Join Chelle for a relaxing evening of crochet tips, techniques, and creative fun, perfect for teens and adults. All supplies provided. Free to attend — please RSVP with the library.
Full Moon Hike - Sun., Sept. 7th @ 7pm. Meet at the SBHS parking lot for a gentle 3-mile loop under the glow of the full moon. Along the way, we’ll pause for short, kid-friendly talks about moon phases, nocturnal wildlife, and how our eyes adjust to the dark. Bring water, bug spray, and a flashlight!
Contests
Patriot's Pen
Safety
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.
Sturgis Williams Middle School
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