CUSTER WILDCATS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
SEPTEMBER 2024 SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
SCHOOL NEWSLETTER-SEPTEMBER 2024
Welcome to the start of a new school year! We hope you had a great summer and are as excited as we are for the upcoming months. September is a busy time at Custer JR/SR High School, and we have a lot of important updates and events to share with you. Here’s what you need to know:
Upcoming Events
1. Friday School
Date: Friday, September 6th
We have changed homecoming activities and because of that, we will be attending school this Friday, September 6th during normal school hours. Please help to make sure your child attends school this Friday.
2. School Picture Day
Date: Monday, September 9th Time: All Day
Picture packets have been sent home and you can also order online. Please call the office if you need another picture packet sent home with your child.
3. PIE (Parents Involved in Education) Meeting:
Date: October 9th at 5:00 PM
All parents are encouraged to attend our first PIE meeting of the year. It’s a great opportunity to get involved, meet other parents, and hear about upcoming projects and initiatives.
4. Homecoming
Date: Monday, September 23rd through Friday, September 27th
School activities for that week will be listed in the extracurricular activities section below. However, the theme and dress up days are:
Theme: Home Sweet Home!
9/23 – “Homerun!” – wear your favorite team/sports jersey
9/24 – “Me and My Homies” – best duo’s and trios
9/25 – “Home Away from Home” – tourist day
9/26 – “There’s No Place Like Home” - Purple & Gold
5. APPLIED AND RECEIVED
Custer JR/SR High School applied for Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Program (FFPV) and was granted it for the 2024-2025 school year. All students in grades 7th and 8th will receive fresh fruits and vegetables delivered to every 7th and 8th grader in their classroom on a daily basis. This is a great opportunity for our junior high students!!
6. Important Reminders
School Supplies Please ensure your child has all the necessary supplies for the school year. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to the school office.
Attendance and Punctuality Regular attendance is crucial for academic success. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day and notify the school of any absences as soon as possible.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures For the safety of all students, please adhere to our designated drop-off and pick-up zones. Remember to follow the traffic flow patterns and avoid parking in designated bus lanes.
As always, thank you for your continued support and partnership in making this a successful school year. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
SCHOOL'S IN SESSION!!!!
ANATOMAGE TABLE
Mrs. Dooley's Biology 2 students get a first hand look at the new anatomage table. The EMT class, HOSA and Biology 2 all plan to use the table. It really is a great opportunity for our students and worth a look if you haven't seen one up close!
Project Success Class
8th grade students in Ms. Meyer's class spent time on a team building activity. Students were given the objective and through the use of teamwork and brainstorming were able to accomplish the objective.
SCHOOL SAFETY
WINDOW AND DOOR COVERINGS ARE UP AND LOOK GREAT!!!!
As you can see in the pictures, window and door coverings were put up thanks to Staff Sergeant Kyle Griffith with the South Dakota Army National Guard. This was provided at no cost to the school district. These allow people inside to be able to see out but you can't see inside if you are standing outside. It is definitely a positive when it comes to school safety.
HIGH SCHOOL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SEPTEMBER 2024
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS NEWELL: 5:00/6:00/7:00 PM
- SOCCER AT RAPID CITY CHRISTIAN: 5:00 PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH:
- FOOTBALL AT LENNOX: 5:00 PM(MST)
- CROSS COUNTRY AT AUGUSTANA TWILIGHT: 5:00 PM(MST)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS STURGIS: 4:00/5:00/6:00 PM
- SOCCER AT VS DOUGLAS: 5:00 PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH:
- CROSS COUNTRY AT BELLE FOURCHE: 10:00 AM
- VOLLEYBALL AT HOT SPRINGS: 4:00/5:00/6:00 PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH:
- FOOTBALL HOME VS MADISON: 5:00 PM
- SOCCER HOME VS WEST CENTRAL: 5:00 PM
- GOLF HOME PRE-REGIONAL TOURNAMENT: 9:00 AM
- VOLLEYBALL AT WEST RIVER TOURNAMENT: TBA
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH:
- SOCCER HOME VS FREEMAN ACADEMY: 11:00 AM
- VOLLEYBALL AT WEST RIVER TOURNAMENT: TBA
- C TEAM VOLLEYBALL AT DOUGLAS: TBA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH:
- GOLF AT HOT SPRINGS: 9:00 AM
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH:
- VOLLEYBALL AT ST. THOMAS MORE: 5:00/6:00/7:00 PM
- SOCCER AT HOT SPRINGS: 5:00 PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS RC CHRISTIAN: 5:00/6:00/7:00
- CROSS COUNTRY HOME ELDON KNUDSON INVITATIONAL: 2:00 PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH:
- SOCCER AT GROTON: 4:00 PM(MST)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST:
- FOOTBALL AT ST THOMAS MORE: 4:00 PM
- CROSS COUNTRY AT HURON INVITATIONAL: 1:00 PM(MST)
- SOCCER AT JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN: 10:00 PM(MST)
- C VOLLEYBALL HOME TOURNAMENT: TBA
HOMECOMING WEEK ACTIVITIES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH:
- GOLF AT BLACK HILLS CONFERENCE AT TOMAHAWK: 10:00 AM
- CROSS COUNTRY AT HOT SPRINGS: 10:00 AM
- SOCCER AT STURGIS JV: 5:00 PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS SPEARFISH: 5:00/6:00/7:00 PM
- SOCCER HOME VS BELLE FOURCHE: 5:00 PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27:
- FOOTBALL HOME VS LEAD/DEADWOOD: 6:00 PM
- CROSS COUNTRY AT RAPID CITY INVITE HART RANCH: 1:00 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28:
- VOLLEYBALL AT BELLE FOURCHE TOURNAMENT: 9:00 AM
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30:
- GOLF HOME FOR REGION GOLF TOURNAMENT: 9:00 AM
- JV FOOTBALL AT LEAD/DEADWOOD: 4:30 PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: SEPTEMBER 2024
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS HERMOSA: C/B/A GAMES: 4:30 PM
- FOOTBALL HOME VS HILL CITY(SCRIMMAGE): 4:30 PM
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH:
- FOOTBALL HOME VS ST. THOMAS MORE: 4:30 PM
- VOLLEYBALL C AND B TEAMS AT NEWCASTLE: 4:30 PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH:
- CROSS COUNTRY AT BELLE FOURCHE: 12:30 PM
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS BELLE FOURCHE: C/B/A GAMES: 4:30 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH:
- 8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL AT DOUGLAS TRIANGULAR: 9:00 AM
- 7TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL AT NEWELL TRIANGULAR: 9:00 AM
- FOOTBALL AT RC CHRISTIAN JAMBOREE: 9:00 AM
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH:
- VOLLEYBALL AT NEWCASTLE TRIANGULAR: B/A GAMES: 4:30 PM
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH:
- VOLLEYBALL HOME VS HOT SPRINGS: C/B/A GAMES: 4:30 PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH:
- CROSS COUNTRY HOME FOR ELDON KNUDSON INVITATIONAL: 4:00 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST:
- 8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL AT HERMOSA TOURNAMENT: 9:00 AM
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH:
- VOLLEYBALL AT SPEARFISH: C/B/A GAMES: 4:00 PM
- CROSS COUNTRY AT HOT SPRINGS: 12:00 PM
- FOOTBALL HOME VS LEAD/DEADWOOD: 4:30PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH:
- CROSS COUNTRY AT RAPID CITY INVITE RC CHRISTIAN: 9:00 AM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH:
- VOLLEYBALL AT LEAD/DEADWOOD TOURNAMENT: 9:00
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH:
- VOLLEYBALL AT HILL CITY: 4:00 PM
SENIOR STUDENT/PARENT SCHOLARSHIP SIGN UP
If you are a parent of a senior, please use the link below to sign up to receive the different scholarship opportunities that are available. Please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. French with any questions.
TESTING
There is no testing scheduled for the month of September. Teachers may be doing some assessments within their classrooms.
Custer Wildcats Opportunity
Highmark Federal Credit Union has an exciting offer for its members and the best part about it is that it directly benefits CHS Activities!
ATTENTION Custer students, parents, faculty, and fans: Open a free
checking account at Highmark and get a free Wildcats Spirit debit card.
Plus, we'll make a contribution to CHS Activities each time you swipe your
Wildcats debit card.
All three of our checking accounts come with:
• No minimum deposit
• No minimum balance
• The convenience of online & mobile banking
• Free Wildcats debit card
Thank you!!
INSTRUCTION/CURRICULUM NEWSLETTER
CUSTER SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT
MISSION STATEMENT: To Educate Every Student to His or Her Potential
VISION STATEMENT: To provide the highest educational program possible through positive leadership, quality academics, and an array of opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and character development, so graduates:
- A) Go on to compete in the marketplace
B) Understand the importance of community involvement.
C) Enjoy life-long learning
To provide the highest educational program possible so the district can compete successfully in the educational marketplace.