Our four National History Day National Qualifiers have been making the most of their time in Washington, DC! In just the first two days of their six-day trip, students have explored iconic landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and other historic sites throughout the nation's capital. They even had the opportunity to help retire a flag at the Jefferson Memorial.
Students have also spent time exploring Smithsonian museums and other historical sites, bringing the history they've studied to life. One of the most memorable experiences was hearing directly from Holocaust survivors and learning from their powerful personal stories.
Good luck to our four qualifiers as they present their NHD projects for judging today! Competition results will be announced at Thursday's awards ceremony.
Students have also spent time exploring Smithsonian museums and other historical sites, bringing the history they've studied to life. One of the most memorable experiences was hearing directly from Holocaust survivors and learning from their powerful personal stories.
Good luck to our four qualifiers as they present their NHD projects for judging today! Competition results will be announced at Thursday's awards ceremony.
Link to the June 8, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes- https://aptg.co/0tM88P
Link to the June 8, 2026 Board Meeting Agenda- https://aptg.co/0jcJg9
Congratulations to Carter Siemonsma on the end to a fantastic weekend at the state track meet. He got 4th place in the mile running a 4:29.54. 1 second off the school record. The boys team broke 3 school records: the 2-mile relay, the medley relay, and Carter in the open 800!
Congrats to Carter Siemonsma on his fourth place finish in the open 800 at the state track meet! His time of 1:57.56 breaks his previous school record of 2:00.11. Well done, Carter.
Congratulations to our Boys Medley Relay Team on their 6th place finish at the state track meet today!
Congratulations to The Boys 4 x 800 m relay team! They placed 4th at the state meet today!
Congratulations to our girls 4 x 800 meter relay team. They were fifth place at state today. Earning our first medal of the state track meet!
Pairings have been announced for the first round of the BEC Softball Tournament May 23, 2026 at Beresford. 10:00 am...#7 Garretson vs #2 McCook Central/Montrose. At 12:00 Garretson will play either #3 Beresford or #6 Flandreau. Garretson’s final game will be played at 2:00.
Link to the May 11, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes- https://aptg.co/1Fj9Yq
Amelia Devine was selected from Garretson to attend Elementary Honor Choir this fall in Rapid City and perform with other 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Out of the thousands who auditioned only 128 students were selected. We are so proud of you Amelia! 💙
Link to the May 13, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes- https://aptg.co/X5Czzb
4th & 5th Graders attend TATU RALLY.
On May 12, 2026 members of TATU (Teens Against Tobacco Use) and other MS and HS volunteers provided various activities for students to learn about the possible effects of vaping.
On May 12, 2026 members of TATU (Teens Against Tobacco Use) and other MS and HS volunteers provided various activities for students to learn about the possible effects of vaping.
Link to the May 13, 2026 Special Board Meeting Agenda- https://aptg.co/xXQ47p
Please be aware that Monday's school board meeting will start at 6:30 p.m.
Link to the May 11, 2026 Board Meeting Agenda- https://aptg.co/PB7gp8
Link to the May 6, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes- https://aptg.co/L6Dknb
Link to the May 6, 2026 Special Board Meeting Agenda- https://aptg.co/F6qkyk
Our 3rd grade class shared amazing ecosystem dioramas last week! Our students spent time researching the plants and animals that make up different ecosystems. They then brought their research and creativity to life with some incredible dioramas. We are so proud of you, 3rd grade!
