Sisseton School District

Due to forecasted weather conditions, the Sisseton School District will dismiss early today. SMS/SHS will dismiss at 12:45, and WS will dismiss at 12:55 p.m. School will resume on Monday, December 1. Enjoy your Thanksgiving break!

We are thankful for each of you. Have a safe Thanksgiving break.
No School Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28.

School will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025.

The Sisseton Special Education Department is recognizing staff who go above and beyond for the students they serve. Congratulations to our Staff Star, Allie Rolstad. Allie is a speech language pathologist, and serves students across the district. We are so grateful for all of her positive demeanor, hard work, and dedication to students, staff, and families.

🍎 Happy American Education Week! 🍎

This week, we celebrate the incredible team of professionals who support our students and make our schools thrive. From paraeducators and office staff, to bus drivers, teachers, food service teams, maintenance support, and student service professionals — each of you plays a vital role in helping our students succeed every day.

Your dedication, kindness, and behind-the-scenes work do not go unnoticed. You create safe, welcoming schools, support learning in countless ways, and keep everything running smoothly for our students and families.

Thank you for all you do for our students, our schools, and our community. We are truly grateful for you! 🍎

💡 Reminder for Families:
If your family’s financial situation changes during the school year, you can submit a new Free or Reduced-Price Meal Application anytime. Families qualifying for Free/Reduced meals must complete and submit an updated 2025-26 Free and Reduced Meal Application. If a current, valid application is not on file, families are responsible for meal charges until an application is approved and eligibility is confirmed.

📋 Applications are available at the district business office, all building offices, and online: https://5il.co/1wojy. If you have questions about the form, please call 605-742-2112.

💳 Meal Payments:
Pay for meals through your Campus Parent account — online or in the Campus Parent app. Recurring payments are available weekly, semi-monthly, monthly, or when your student’s balance is low (minimum $10 online payment).
🔗 https://sissetonsd.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/sisseton.jsp

Need help with logging into Campus Parent? Email sissetoncampus@k12.sd.us

The Sisseton School District Native American Parent Committee meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 19, from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Sisseton HS/MS Multipurpose Room. All are invited to attend.

UPCOMING HEARING SCREENING NOTIFICATION

The South Dakota Services for the Deaf (SDSD) will conduct free hearing screenings at our school for grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 7 and 11

THIS YEAR, HEARING SCREENINGS WILL TAKE PLACE ON: Thursday, November 6th

If your child does not pass the hearing screening, the South Dakota Services for the deaf will contact you with the results. Rescreens or further testing can be completed at no charge, with the pediatric audiologist at:

South Dakota Services for the Deaf- Main Clinic
4101 W. 38th St Suite 101
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
PH: 605-367-5200

If you do NOT want your child to participate in the hearing screening, please contact your child’s school prior to the date listed above, or your child will be included as planned.

Picture Retake Information

Good Luck to the Sisseton Volleyball team in their game against Webster in the first round of the Region 1A Volleyball Tournament on Tuesday, November 4.
Game time: 6:30 p.m.
Adults - $6 Students - $4
Activity Passes are not valid at playoff games.

Happy School Psychologists Week! Thank you to our incredible school psychologists for supporting student success and well-being every day.

Reminder: No School on Friday, October 31, 2025 (Staff Professional Development)

Congratulations to the Sisseton School Board! The Associated School Boards of South Dakota (ASBSD) has recognized our board with the Bronze Level Board Recognition Award for excellence in leadership, learning, and service. We’re grateful for their time, commitment, and servant leadership in guiding our schools and supporting every student, staff member, and family.

Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Cross Country team on qualifying for the SDHSAA State Cross Country meet, which will be held on October 25 in Huron, SD.
SDPB Media Coverage: https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/crosscountry/
SDHSAA Championship Central: https://sdhsaa.com/activity/cross-country-championships/

🥗 Happy National School Lunch Week! 🍎
We’re proud to celebrate our amazing food service team who work hard every day to serve healthy, delicious meals to our students. Thank you for fueling learning, smiles, and success across our schools! 💙

Reminder: A FREE flu shot clinic will be held on Wednesday, October 15, from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. in the Ben Reifel concourse. This is available to all community residents, ages 6 months - 65 years. Questions may be directed to Roberts County Community Health: (605) 698-4183

Please join us for an evening of cultural festivities!
Friday, October 10 at 6:00 p.m.
Sisseton Performing Arts Center.
FREE Admission

~Early Dismissal~
Friday, October 10, 2025
SHS/SMS @ 12:35 P.M., WS @ 12:45 p.m.

~No School ~ Monday, October 13, 2025

THANK YOU to our custodial staff members for keeping our school buildings, grounds, and facilities looking great!

Congratulations to Luke N. and Carter S. on qualifying for the SDHSAA State A Golf Tournament, which will be held October 6-7 in Vermillion, SD.
All SDHSAA Golf Tournaments will feature Live Scoring through the Golf Genius online scoring service. A link to this scoring feature can be found at https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/golf/ or through Golf Genius - 25SDBOYSA
SDHSAA Championship Central: https://www.sdhsaa.com/activity/golf-championships/

Reminder - Parent/Teacher conferences are next week:
Westside Elementary: Monday, October 6 & Tuesday, October 7, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
SMS/SHS: Tuesday, October 7 & Thursday, October 9, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Please contact your child's school for more information.