



Grades 6-12 will follow the same schedule on Monday as we did on Friday for the 2-Hour late start. The attached is that schedule. See you in the Morning!

Due to the predicted temps and wind chill in the morning we will be starting school two hours late tomorrow, Monday Jan. 26th.
Here is the schedule for grades 6-12 when we have a 2-Hour Late Start.


The Glass Slipper Project is back! This special event provides FREE prom dresses, accessories, and shoes to high school students in Mitchell and surrounding areas—no cost, no proof of financial need required. Questions: please see Mrs. Mette if you need help finding a dress!
📅 Saturday, January 31st
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 RiverTree Church, Mitchell, SD
(Corner of 6th & Sanborn)
Our goal is simple: to make sure every student has the opportunity to attend prom feeling confident, celebrated, and proud. 💙
👗 Donations of new or gently used formal dresses and accessories can be dropped off Tuesday–Friday at the RiverTree Church office.
📲 For updates, please like/follow The Glass Slipper Mitchell on Facebook.
📞 Questions or after-hours donation arrangements: 605-999-8275
Please help us spread the word so no student misses out on this opportunity! 💫

Parkston School District Administration




State Tournament Reserved Seat Ticket Information
The State Wrestling Ticket pre-order is now underway. Only all-tournament tickets will be sold in advance. The All-Tournament Adult ticket is $50 and student general admission is $30. There are NO REFUNDS on ticket orders. Please contact Peg Kummer (605-928-3368) at the High School office to reserve your tickets. All ticket orders must be made and paid for by January 21st.
Ticket Specifications:
a. All adults will be required to purchase a reserved seat ticket good for seating as assigned to gain entry.
b. Students wishing to sit with their school/parent groups must purchase a reserved seat ticket.
c. Discounted student tickets will be for seating in specified sections separate from team personnel.
d. Student Tickets are good for those in Grades 1-12. Kindergarten or younger are admitted free, but not necessarily provided a seat in the reserved section without a ticket. College students are considered adults and must purchase an adult ticket to gain entry.
e. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event. Doors will open 90 minutes prior to the first session on Friday and 60 minutes prior to each of the remaining sessions.
f. Only All-Session Tickets may be ordered in advance. There will be NO REFUNDS on ticket orders.

February 7th - Grades 3-6
Contact Craig.Bruening@k12.sd.us if interested!!


Middle School Honor Band - January 21st, 2026
Kathryn Bialas - Flute
Nora Shepardson - Trumpet
Brennen Bialas - Percussion
High School Honor Band - January 28th, 2026
Zoey Gyolai - Clarinet
Matias Lopez - Clarinet
Cohen Bowar - Trumpet
Isaac Soulek - Trumpet

📢HOSA has some Red Barn items left (picture for appeal only; flavors shown not available). Listed below are available items and quantities. Please email Advisor Carmen Bartells (carmen.bartells@k12.sd.us) if you see something you'd like. First come, first serve! Items are $10 each. Funds raised from these items help the chapter buy study materials for state conference competitions, in addition to paying for registration fees for state conference. As always, thank you for your support for our local HOSA chapter! 🙏💖
🍓Strawberry Rhubarb Jam (3)
🔥Fire Roasted Salsa (3)
🔪Fine Chopped Salsa (4)
🫐Blueberry Jam (1)
🌸Hawaiian BBQ Sauce (5)
🍯Honey BBQ Sauce (3)
🍗Sweet Bourbon Glaze (5)
🥓Jalapeno Bacon Jam (1)

