Congratulations to the Student Council Members who attended the Convention in Rapid City of over 1,500 people attending. Ethan received Outstanding Student Council, Brody Riggs and Kayleigh Royston received All-State Student Council, Drake Gustafson and Avery Mueller were elected parliamentarian and treasurer for the James River Region, and Rylan Gerlach and Aiden Riggs won the Bags tournament.
Sioux Falls Stampede Kids Night!
Congratulations to all Prairie Reader participants! You worked SO hard, and I am so proud of you! Also, THANK YOU to all of those involved with coaching, reading books, writing questions, volunteering time, and bringing snacks for the kids. Another huge thank you to the parents for their patience, encouragement, and support. I cannot thank everyone enough for their help in making Prairie Readers a success in Ethan! 😊 -Miss Timm
Results:
2nd - Reba, Ruth, Ceci, Gracelyn - 2nd place
3rd - Brynlee, Josh, Brody, Bentley - 3rd place
4th - Charlie, Emma, Janaya, Juliette - 3rd place
4th - Braxtyn, Tenlee, Madison, Hazel - 1st place
6th - Tim, Chloe, Mya - 3rd place
8th - Coltyn, Sophie, Anna M. - 2nd place
We also received the second place team trophy. This is based on combined school points.
“Great job to everyone who has completed the Treasure Map assignment in the last two days! We now have our 2nd Book Blast Treasure Chest stuffed with cash winner. Congratulations to Bentley French! If you have not completed your assignment, there's still time to get in on the drawings for the remaining Treasure Chests stuffed with cash and the iPad. Get in on the fun while building your home library!”
NHS/CHS Food Drive is due tomorrow!!!! March 29th! Collecting non-perishable foods that have not expired, for example canned foods, cereal, rice and noodle. Winning classes receive a pizza party!
Yesterday Ethan Baseball/Softball Enrollment Forms were sent out! Please return as soon as possible, due date is Monday, April 3rd. See image for detail!
Congratulations to Kory Storm for winning the SD FFA Scholarship! He is the first ever student to receive this scholarship through FFA.
“Ahoy, mateys!! The 1st winner of the Book Blast Treasure Chest stuffed with cash is Cooper Jarding! Congratulations! Now, more treasure awaits.... If you haven’t yet, register by clicking the link below and enter contact info for 10+ people who want to support your pirate’s home library: https://app.booksarefun.com/EthanSch57334
Tomorrow, your pirate could be hauling home the treasure!”
“The Book Blast voyage to your student’s NEW BOOKS begins today! Please take just 7 minutes to check out the Treasure Map. Simply register for the event and enter the contact info for 10+ people to support your little pirate's home library. It's really that easy! After completing those steps, your student will receive ALL 3 rewards and will be entered to win one of four Treasure Chests stuffed with cash and prizes! Also, one lucky winner in your school will win an iPad. Start the voyage to earn all 10 exciting new books on the Treasure Map booklist! Your participation can help other students at your child’s school build their home libraries, too. Go to https://app.booksarefun.com/EthanSch57334 and unlock your treasure!”
We have an indoor track meet going on today at Mount Marty and they are streaming the event. Starts at 11:00 AM
Here is the information. The schedule is attached.
Here is the livestream link. It will be run through the Mount Marty Sports Network youtube page. We should have 3 different livestreams going.
1-Running events/Throws
2-Pole Vault/High Jump
3-Long Jump/Triple Jump
https://www.youtube.com/@mountmartysportsnetwork
Prom T-shirts, due by Monday, 27th! Each shirt is $13.00. Send order form attached to Mrs. Gustafson.
Volleyball Camp Information for this Summer! See link below for multiple individual camp options!
Multiple Camps available to check out for your daughter, I encourage you look into every one of them, will only benefit them in the future.
https://www.ethan.k12.sd.us/o/esdsd/page/volleyball-camps
Please go to our website and under news will be information about area camps!
Unfortunately we are unsure of a Ethan School Youth Camp this summer, will keep you updated. If questions, contact mary.beyer@k12.sd.us! Thanks!
Ethan Clay Target Fundraiser, See image for details!!
**Attention Prom Attendees**
Prom Grand March is at 7:30 PM with the dance to follow until 11 AM.
Prom Pictures will be done by Mark's Photographic Images at the following times:
5:30-5:50 Freshman Couples, 5:50-6:10 Sophomore Couples, 6:10-6:30 Junior Couples, 6:30-6:50 Senior Couples, and 6:50-7:20 Class Pictures. You can prepay online up to 10 AM on April 1, otherwise forms can be picked up from Mrs. Henrickson or Mrs. Gustafson. Here's the link to prepay online: https://marks.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=227550
Next Wednesday, March 29th.
2022/2023 Prairie Readers Schedule of Events:
12:00-12:05 Arrive at Armour Gym
12:10 Readers/TimeKeepers/Scores Meeting in Music Room
Welcome & Instructions for participants in Gym.
12:30-1:45 Competition (Substitute every 15 minutes for teams)
1:45-2:15 Juice/Cookie Break….results will be tabulated; move back into Gym & wait patiently.
2:15 to 3:00 Awards in the Gym
These are not exact times, but we will try to stay on schedule.
Book Blast Launches next Monday, March 27th! Grades PreK-6th!
"Our voyage starts next week when we'll cast off in search of Book Blast treasure. Once you receive your Treasure Map next week, the treasure hunt begins! Be sure to complete yours for a chance to win one of 4 Treasure Chests full of cash and even an Apple iPad! But even better, you'll be starting the journey to earning all 10 books on the Treasure Map booklist. Heave ho let's go readers!"
Congratulations to the boys' basketball players, coaches, and cheerleaders for a great showing in Aberdeen this weekend. Super proud of all of you!!!!! It was another great showing by or parents, students, family members, and community members again with their tremendous support. Everyone represented Ethan in a positive manner! I was approached by a member of the event staff from Aberdeen and they made the comment that it was refreshing to not have to worry about anyone getting out of control in the stands for a change. Kudos to all of you! Mr. Hawkins
Reminder - Grades 5th - 8th - Elementary Vocal Contest in Armour, Friday, March 31st.
It's the Boys Turn!! TONIGHT, Boys Basketball vs Aberdeen Christian at 6p.m.
Dress up as your favorite Movie Character and Cheer on the Rustlers!!
If your not able to make it up to Aberdeen, All games will be streamed live online @ SDPB.org/Basketball.
There will be a hospitality room at Yelduz Shriners opening at 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. and then Pork sandwiches provided by the Pork Producers will be available after the last evening game. Fans are welcome to bring salads, sides, and desserts to the hospitality room.
Good Luck to Everyone today!! Drive Safe!
All freshman through seniors were given After Prom consent forms this past Monday. Anyone that plans to attend the after-prom party MUST return the form. Out of town dates will also need to fill one out. There are two pages to return! Mrs. Gustafson is collecting them, and they are due by MONDAY, March 20! Thanks!
-Junior Class After Prom Committee