Today the students gathered for the final reading of books for the March Madness Reading Week. They voted 'Things My Brother Used to Say' as the winner!
Thank you Ms. Patty Karas and Mrs. Heather Kitzan for reading today. Mrs. Wallace, Ms. Kim, Ms. Billie, Ms. Courtney, Mrs. Hansen, Ms. Kim B for reading this week.

About: Things My Brother Used to Say: A Heartfelt Tribute to a Hero, a Sibling, and the Power of Doing the Right Thing—Even When it’s Hard

Travis Manion was a brother, a Marine, and a shining example of what it means to live with character. Told through the voice of his sister, Ryan, this true story celebrates the everyday moments—and big decisions—that shaped his life.

From childhood fun and games, to teenage aspirations, to overseas battlefields, Travis lived by five simple lessons that continue to inspire all who hear them.
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
March Madness Reading
March Madness Reading 1
Ms Patty Karas
Mrs. Heather Kitzan
Mrs. Wallace Ms. Kim H
Ms Billie
Ms Courtney
Family STEAM Night coming up April 9th. Questions? Courtney.svoboda@k12.sd.us
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
STEAM NIGHT APRIL 9th
SPECIAL APRIL 2026 BOARD MEETING: https://aptg.co/-G97JF
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Drive Safe SD is Giving $10,000 to One SD Student – April 17 Deadline

The South Dakota Office of Highway Safety is helping teens build good habits behind the wheel in a big way: by giving away $20,000 for one lucky high schooler to split with their favorite school organization or activity. All they need to do is take a quick quiz on https://drivesafesd.com/lesson-learned/ before April 17th. Spread the word and help your students get signed up today! Learn More about the program and meet previous winners, as well as see how your school is stacking up against others for participation. Students can take the quiz online here: https://digitalteam5.typeform.com/lessonlearned?typeform-source=drivesafesd.com
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Drive Safe
Winners! Middle School Boys Basketball Raffle. Congratulations!
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Winners Boys BB Raffle
This week we celebrated MARCH MADNESS READING with guests reading to our youth. Thank you Mr. Clark, Ms. Neisner, Ms. Angie, and Ms. Kim for taking time to read inspiring books to our youth.
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Ms Kim
Ms Neisner
Mr Clark
Ms Hanson
Blood Drive. Questions? Molly.moes@k12.sd.us
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Blood drive 3 30 26
We are hiring. Please contact amy.g.williams@k12.sd.us
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
We are hiring
It's SPRING CONCERT week! Thursday March 26th @ 6:30 p.m. in the Austin Auditorium. Parents please have your students in the Austin by 6:15p.m. Thank you. Questions? kimberly.bachman@k12.sd.us LIVE STREAM HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NEWELLIRRIGATORS
about 1 month ago, Newell School District
Spring Concert
A lot of hard work went into the 2026 Spelling Bee. Thank you students, parents, volunteers, and teachers ! Congratulations to our winners! WE ARE NEWELL!
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Plaques
Crowd
1st and 2nd
3rd 4th 5th
6th 7th 8th
Mrs. Shaykett's 5th Grade class thanks Newell VFW Post 5807 for the basketball donations.
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
VFW donates basketballs to school
March 26th @ 6:30 p.m. K-12th SPRING CONCERT. Parents please have your students to the Austin Auditorium at 6:15 p.m. Questions? kimberly.bachman@k12.sd.us
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Spring Program 2026
It was a big day on Irrigator campus as we celebrated those who earned high honors. Congratulations to all!
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
HS Advanced High Honor
HS High Honor Roll
HS A Honor Roll
HS B Honor Roll
MS Advanced High Honor
MS High Honor
MS A Honor Roll
MS B Honor Roll
Irrigator Awards 3rd Quarter
March 2026 Unofficial Minutes: https://aptg.co/8cpjrL
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
4th Place Win for third grade boys basketball team in Lead March 14th. We are Newell!
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Lead Sd third boys tournament Basketball

Time is ticking to earn our students more books! You can contribute through the invitation from your favorite student or make a school-wide contribution at the link below, Community Donation, through Wednesday night.
Don't forget! When you register and send 10+ invitations, it helps classroom teachers earn shopping sprees for classroom supplies or books. Plus, students still have time to get it on the Epic Treasure Chest giveaway! Thanks for supporting our teachers!https://bookblast.booksarefun.com/contribute/NewellES57760?parent_slug=k4o9enhl&request_type=&request_slug=
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about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Book Blast #9
Spelling Bee this week! Questions? Rhonda.waterland@k12.sd.us
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Spelling Bee Reminder
Deadline approaching. Questions? amy.g.williams@k12.sd.us
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
School Board Petitions
Golf Meeting next Thursday. Questions? dominic.santiago@k12.sd.us
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Golf meeting Thursday March 19th
A few weeks ago, the third grade class learned about braille. This week they implemented their skills. Thank you Ms. Molly.
about 2 months ago, Newell School District
Braille 3rd Grade
Braille 3rd grade a