STURGIS BROWN HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 8/25/2025

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

Tuesday 8/26/2025

SBHS Boys Golf: Pierre Invite; 10:00 AM CST

SBHS Girls Soccer: vs. Belle Fourche; 5:00 PM; VARSITY ONLY

SBHS Boys Soccer: vs. Belle Fourche; 7:00 PM; VARSITY ONLY

Wednesday 8/27/2025

No Activities

Thursday 8/28/2025

SBHS Boys Golf: @ Tomahawk; 9:00 AM CST

Friday 8/29/2025

SBHS Volleyball: vs Mitchell @ Mitchell 3:30 PM CST

SBHS Cross Country: Douglas Early Bird; 9:00 AM

SBHS Football: vs Brooking @ Woodle Field; 6:00 PM

Saturday 8/30/2025

SBHS Volleyball: Huron Tournament; 9:00 AM CST

SBHS JV Boys Soccer: @ Custer; 10:00 AM

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements in the United States.

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!

As we begin the 2025–26 school year, students are required to pay the annual device insurance fee for student devices. Families who complete the Free & Reduced Lunch form will have this fee waived.

The primary reason Meade School District promotes the completion of free and reduced lunch form is to secure funding and ensure students have access to essential resources. These applications also help schools access additional funding, which can be used for various educational programs and resources beyond just meals.

Annual Device Insurance Fee

To help cover the cost of normal wear and tear or case replacements:

$25 per student or
$50 maximum per family (non-refundable, annual fee) or
Waived Fee: Completion of the Free & Reduced Lunch Form

🔹 Note: Any unpaid fees will remain on your student’s account until paid.

If you have any questions, please contact your school’s main office.

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

We’re excited to invite all Meade District families to the Meade Music Boosters Kick-Off Meeting on Monday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m. Your involvement is key to helping our music students thrive!

The Meade Music Boosters is a vital support group that partners with music teachers to enhance opportunities for students across the district. The Boosters help our talented students shine — and we need your help to keep the momentum going.

SBHS Band and Choir Families:
Immediately following the Boosters meeting, there will be an informational session about the upcoming Music Trip to Minneapolis in June 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for our high school musicians, and we’ll discuss details, dates, and travel plans.

We’ll also share fundraising opportunities available through the Meade Music Boosters to help make this trip affordable for all students.

Come be part of the music — we hope to see you there!

Sturgis Brown High School’s dress code is designed to support a safe, healthy, and focused learning environment while respecting students’ right to self-expression. Students are encouraged to dress in a manner that reflects maturity and responsibility, provided their clothing does not disrupt the educational process, pose safety risks, or promote inappropriate content such as drugs, alcohol, violence, or gang affiliation.

To maintain a respectful and distraction-free atmosphere, the school requires students to wear clothing that adequately covers the body and undergarments. Specific guidelines prohibit items like spaghetti straps, tube tops, backless shirts, short skirts, pajama pants, slippers, and clothing with offensive or inappropriate messaging. Accessories such as hats, chains, spikes, and sunglasses are also not allowed during the school day. Students violating these standards will be asked to change or leave school, and final decisions on dress code matters rest with the school administration. Details can be found SBHS dress code can be found in the SBHS Student Handbook.

The Meade School District emphasizes the importance of regular school attendance as essential preparation for future success. Student achievement is closely tied to being present in class, and missing school results in lost educational opportunities.

Students are allowed up to 10 excused absences per year. Any absences beyond that, or absences not reported by a parent/guardian within 24 hours, will be considered unexcused.

Communication between students, parents, teachers, and the school is key to addressing attendance issues. Notifications will be sent home after a student uses their 10 excused absences and again at 5, 10, and 17 unexcused absences. Once a student reaches 17 unexcused absences, the school will file for truancy with the State’s Attorney. Please read the Meade School Board Policy File JED for more information on our attendance policy.

Sturgis Brown High School has implemented a new standardized grading scale to ensure clarity and consistency in evaluating student performance. Under the updated scale, letter grades are assigned as follows:

A represents scores from 100% to 90%
B is 89% to 80%
C is 79% to 70%
D covers 69% to 60%
F is given for scores 59% and below

This grading scale aims to more accurately reflect students' mastery of course content and provide clear benchmarks for academic achievement.

As the new school year quickly approaches, Sturgis Brown High School has released a basic list of required school supplies for students to help them prepare for a successful academic year.

Students are encouraged to come to school with the following essentials:

Pens and pencils
A calculator
Notebooks

School officials also note that additional supplies may be required depending on each student’s elective course schedule. Students enrolled in classes such as art, music, technology, math or science labs should be prepared to bring specialized materials, which will be communicated by teachers during the first week of school.

Sturgis Brown High School is excited to welcome students back and looks forward to a productive and engaging school year.

Reading the SBHS STUDENT HANDBOOK is essential for understanding school policies, graduation requirements, and other important information. It outlines the rules and expectations for student behavior, attendance, academic integrity, and dress code, helping students stay informed and avoid unnecessary issues.

The handbook also details the number of credits needed for graduation and the required courses, ensuring students stay on track throughout their high school journey. Additionally, it includes information about extracurricular eligibility, support services, and safety procedures. By reviewing the handbook, students and parents can stay informed and make responsible decisions throughout the school year.