SWMS Daily News

Lunch Menu

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Contest

Our school is proud to be a Purple Star School recognizing our commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families. Students are invited to create a poster 8 1/2" by 11" representing our Purple Star status. Original artwork that includes a purple star and represents military service, resilience, and community may be turned into Mrs. Bridgett by March 6. Selected artwork will be transformed into a poster and displayed in the front office as a visible symbol of our Purple Star School status. A gift card for $10 to the SWMS concession stand will be awarded to the winner. This contest is open to all SWMS 5th - 8th grade students.

Joke

Joke: Why did the candy heart go to school?

Answer: It wanted to improve its vocabulary

Activities

Please, return your ice pack to the nurse's office.

Results from basketball this weekend at Sturgis Quad and Spearfish Shootout:

7th grade B team went 0 and 2 on Saturday

7th grade A team went 1 - 1 on Saturday

8th grade A team went 1 - 1 on Saturday

Congratulations to the high school girls wrestling team on finishing first in the 4A region wrestling tournament held on Saturday

Congratulations to the 5th grade boys travel team on their 2nd place finish in Pierre this past weekend.

8th grade ski trip

The cost is $20 per student. This price includes a complimentary lift ticket/rental/helmet, and lesson. NO CHECKS will be accepted. You may bring your own ski equipment if you have it. NO SNOWBOARDING You will need to bring your own lunch or money for lunch. You will take a school bus to Terry Peak. You will be gone from school all day. This is a school excused absence. The date of the trip is March 4. You must pay and return your form before you will be eligible to go.

TRACK ANNOUNCEMENT

If you are planning on participating in Track and Field and want to order Sturgis Track & Field apparel (tees, hoodies, shorts, sweatpants, etc.), check out the online store: https://realdealactivewear.com/group-login/. Orders are due by March 9, and late orders will not be accepted.

SWMS track meeting Tuesday, March 3 for athletes only during your study hall time. (more information to come) First day of practice Thursday, March 12. Questions can be directed to Coach Bruch at scottie.bruch@k12.sd.us

Parent Meeting for Girls Scooper soccer is Monday, March 23 at 6 pm in room100 at the high school. It is Mandatory attendance this year for returning and new players alike. Players may and should attend. Open to all incoming 7th graders and above. If you are a new player/family to the program this season please reach out to Coach Smith at pj.smith7777@gmail.com

Registration Window: Wednesday, February 25, beginning at 10:00 AM. No registrations taken before registration window.

Registration Fee: $300.00 paid at registration.
How to Register: Call the High School at (605) 347-2686, Option 1 OR Option 2.
Class Location: Sturgis Brown High School. Room TBD.
Complete Forms: Please use the link below, 2026 DE Registration Form, and send with payment.
Class Limits: All classes will have a minimum of 20 students before we run the class. There is a maximum of 26 students per class.
STUDENTS MUST BE 14 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF DRIVING PORTION OF THE CLASS.
Registration forms are available at the main office at Sturgis Brown High School, or use the link Driver's Education Registration Form . Please call (605) 347-2686 or drop your form off, after registration opens at Sturgis Brown High School to reserve your spot.
Driver Education Class Expectations – Students attendance is mandatory and students must attend every class time that is on the schedule (30 hours of classroom instruction is the law).
Driving Portion of Class - During class, students will sign up for an additional 12 hours of driving/riding that is outside of the classroom schedule. Students will drive for 6 hours and ride for 6 hours at a minimum. Driving begins when the class time starts. Driving takes time, expect to have driving times within a month following the class times and possibly during the summer.

FCCLA is holding a book drive February 13th - March 13th. Please drop off gently used books in the designated boxes around the schools and around town. The books will be given to the middle school and the elementary school.

Here at Youth & Family Services, we are gearing up for the 29th Annual Kids Fair! We are currently looking for volunteers and hope that you'll share this information with anyone you think would like to make a difference in a child's life. YFS’ Kids Fair event is a two-day, fun-filled, family-friendly, community event for kids of all ages that features hands-on activities, exciting entertainment, inflatable attractions, educational opportunities, and so much more! Last year, 8,264 individuals enjoyed all that Kids Fair had to offer. It will be held at The Monument in Rapid City from April 11-12, 2026. Please note that volunteers must be 13 years of age or older. Volunteers are needed during the following times:

Saturday, April 11: 8:15 am – 12:15 pm and 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday, April 12: 11:45 am – 4:00 pm

Please visit https://signup.com/go/sZnoAEa to sign up.

Funds raised at Kids Fair allows YFS to provide children in our community with access to educational and recreational programming, nutrition services, health and wellness programming, counseling, advocacy services, and more. Your support will ensure that children and families attending our event will have a safe, fun, and memorable experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly.

Thank you,

Alex Nichols

Design a bookmark for the Rapid City Rush. Submissions are being accepted from now until March 16th. Anyone enrolled in kindergarten through 6th grade is welcome to enter the contest. You may pick up a blank bookmark in the office. Color the book mark and return it to the office so it may be submitted. The winner of the contest gets their bookmark printed out and a ticket to the Youth Sports Night on April 3rd.

Want to earn a snack, ice cream, or juice?

Mrs. Alicia is looking for responsible SWMS students to help clean tables after your lunch period. If you’re interested in volunteering, please check out the sign-up book located at the back of the cafeteria.

If you have any questions just ask!

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.

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