Newell School District

It's the last day of school! "Wishing our students, staff, and families a safe and fun-filled summer vacation. Thank you for another wonderful year"

3rd and 4th grade took a trip to the Air & Space Museum, Armadillos, and the park. A great time was had by all and the students were plumb wore out on the bus trip home.

Congratulations Sarah Erk!

Class of 2026's Top 1 Percent Honored
The Class of 2026's top 1 percent of graduating seniors were recognized recently at the 36th Annual Academic Excellence Recognition luncheon for their academic achievements throughout their high school career.
Governor Larry Rhoden's office and the Associated School Boards of South Dakota (ASBSD) honored students identified as the top one percent of their senior class, from the state's Public, Private and Tribal/BIE schools on Monday (4/27).
Students designated as their high school's honoree(s) received a certificate, a commemorative South Dakota pin and the opportunity to meet and have their photo taken with Lieutenant Governor TonyVenhuizen.
"All of you are being honored today because of the impressive things you have done," Lt. Gov. Venhuizen said. "Being in the top 1 percent of your class is truly remarkable. It shows a willingness to work hard. I feel very optimistic about our future."
A sentiment echoed by ASBSD President Shane Roth of De Smet.
"The hard work and dedication these students have put towards their education has been an investment, an investment in their future," Roth said. "As the best and brightest in South Dakota, we hope to see you become the next generation of leaders in South Dakota."
"We need talented and skilled people like yourselves to share your creative ideas and solutions to continue to push our great state forward."

Middle School/High School Awards and Graduation information. Questions? pandi.pittman@k12.sd.us

May 2026 Board Meeting: https://youtu.be/lqyeYftUmZY?si=xZGCkc1YaD82Svl3

REMINDER: Mark your calendars! Annual last day of school activity sure to enjoy!

Questions? Contact: shannon.dirk@k12.sd.us

May proposed Board Meeting Agenda. Click Here: https://aptg.co/HcsCf9

REMINDER: EARLY DISMISSAL LAST DAY OF SCHOOL-Friday May 15th@ 1:30p.m. Questions? pandi.pittman@k12.sd.us

Order your yearbooks. Questions? amanda.shirley@k12.sd.us

Today students got to choose a note and take it to the teacher they thought of when they read it. What a lovely surprise for so many teachers today. #teacherappreciationweek

It would seem spring fever has hit the school with all the crazy fun activities going on! Here's to Tatoo a Teacher Day!

Kindergarten and First Grade Field Trip to the Dinosaur Museum.

Special School Board Meeting, Wednesday, May 6th:
https://aptg.co/4Q90-B

April 27 Unofficial Minutes
https://aptg.co/VJ_qmc