
Standing ovation and shout out to all parents/guardians that ensure your child or children are at school ON TIME - ALL DAY- EVERYDAY!
Our children are provided the best and able to learn, grow and achieve when on time, at school all day everyday. Second Quarter begins Monday, October 21-if attendance was difficult first quarter, a new day begins tomorrow. Continue to choose the next best choice each day. All for our students each day!


'How every child can thrive by five'. A message from a seven year old on TedTalk.
https://youtu.be/aISXCw0Pi94?feature=shared

Westside's updated library is in use. The students are enjoying their new space. Today - Mrs. Hansen shared a story by Paul Goble and a an informative video of Brian Akipa. The learners loved this time of learning together.




Edgewood community visit today! Pumpkin carving and decorating. Thank you Miranda and all for making this possible for our students!
Happy Birthday Miranda!









Westside visited the local fire department today! Thank you Brett, David and Pat for your time with us today.











We are all daily grateful for our Counselor Mrs. Ziemer, and all she does to support our students, staff and community. Have a great weekend-'Game On'.


Music class has been learning rhythm combined with bowling, bingo and math skill practice. Your children are well prepared to participate, play and keep score! Thank you Miss Z for all you do for our learners each day.











Save the Dates:
Join the Sisseton Special Education Department for sessions presented by the South Dakota Parent Connection on Autism and Related Disorders. The sessions will be live-streamed in the Sisseton School District Multipurpose Room. All are welcome to attend.
The first session is October 28 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.


Sisseton School District approved expectations for elementary students at extra curricular events.


Kindergarten visited the firehall today. Thank you to all that made this possible for our learners.











Westside Student Council delivered refreshments to staff this afternoon. Thank you to all staff for your daily dedication and sincere care for our students.
We appreciate you!



Preschool visited the firehall today. Thank you to all that made this possible for our learners.










The Sisseton School District Native American Parent Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, October 16, from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. in the Sisseton HS/MS Multipurpose Room.


~Early Dismissal~
Friday, October 11, 2024
SHS/SMS @ 12:35 P.M., WS @ 12:45 p.m.
~No School ~ Monday, October 14, 2024


Westside Parent/Teacher Conferences: October 7,8 at 4-8pm Visit the entry for your ticket to have signed - meet staff throughout the building. A completed ticket places your child in the drawing for Westside WAVE gear and various prizes. Be sure to sign up for rooms to communicate with your child's teacher. Practice a message with your child's teacher. Visit the NEW look of the Library and STEAM room. Walking Tacos 5-7pm We look forward to seeing you!



Friday, October 4, 2024, is the performance of the play "The Superhero Show" at 7:00pm in the Sisseton Performing Arts Center. Hope to see you there!


Join us for the Dakota Players student performance of The Superhero Show, tonight, at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center.
Adults - $10 Ages 17 and under - Free
This is performance is sponsored by the Sisseton School District, Sisseton Arts Council, and South Dakota Arts Council.


Reminder - Parent/Teacher conferences are next week:
Westside Elementary: Monday, October 7 & Tuesday, October 8, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
SMS/SHS: Tuesday, October 8 & Thursday, October 10, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Please contact your child's school for more information.


Miss Leika's Kindergarten class presented our janitors with appreciation signs today. Thank you Joe, Darin and Stephen for all you do each day for all of us.



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