The Wildlife Conservation Fish Art Contest is an annual competition that invites students from kindergarten through 12th grade to learn about fish and their habitats by creating original artwork and writing a short piece about their chosen species. Organized by the Wildlife Forever organization, the contest combines science and creativity, encouraging young people to research a fish species and share what they’ve learned through both art and writing. Winners can earn state and national recognition, and some artwork is even featured in special exhibits and publications. It’s a fun and meaningful way for students to connect with nature and express their love for wildlife.
This year, the third graders at Elkton Elementary participated in the contest by learning about the walleye, a fish native to South Dakota. We’re thrilled to announce that the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for South Dakota are all from our school!
Congratulations to Amiyah D. for placing 1st, Hudson V. for placing 2nd, and Nora M. for placing 3rd—what an amazing accomplishment!
A big thank you to Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Weidenbach for leading this educational opportunity and supporting our students throughout the project.
This week's events at EHS!
Elkton School will be dismissing early at 12:30 pm, Wednesday, April 2nd.
Elkton Schools will be dismissing at 12:15 pm due to current and forecasted weather conditions.
Softball for Monday, March 31st in Elkton vs Hanson has been postponed due to the forecasted temperatures. Makeup date will be shared when it is decided.
Weekly Events at EHS!
SENIORS & PARENTS: There are still quite a few seniors who have not shared a senior picture and 2 baby/kid pictures with Mrs. Yackley. The deadline is APRIL 1st. Students who do not get their pictures in by the deadline may not be featured in senior publications like the newspapers, yearbook, class composite, and graduation slideshow, so please get these sent to Mrs. Yackley right away! Details about what is needed are in the Class of 2025 Google Classroom.
As a reminder....there are a number of local/regional scholarships due over the next several days, so I encourage seniors to make sure they have their application materials in on time (see my scholarship website for listing: https://elktonschoolcounseling.weebly.com/scholarships.html
Congrats to the Elkton Junior High Students who made honor roll for the 3rd Quarter!
EHS Weekly Events
Congratulations to Elkton-Lake Benton boys basketball coach Steve Erickson on receiving a 25-year coaching award from the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association on Friday, March 21, 2025, during the state Class B boys basketball tournament at Aberdeen.
Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Winter Awards Banquet will take place on Monday, March 24th at 6:30pm in the North Gym. Girls' Basketball, Boys' Basketball, and Basketball Cheer. This will be potluck, Juniors and Seniors bring a main dish. Sophomores and Freshmen bring a dessert.
Menu change for tomorrow (Friday, March 21st):
Lunch will be Cheese Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce.
Kindergarten screening will be held on April 2nd. Please call the school (605-542-2541) to make an appointment for your child's screening.
Students who are currently enrolled in the Elkton Preschool/Jr. Kindergarten class do not need to be screened.
Parents who live outside of the Elkton School District may apply for open-enrollment for their child at the screening.
Is your high school student looking for ways to make difference and make their college and scholarship applications stand out? TurnUp is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing youth civic education, empowerment, and engagement and it offers the opportunity for students to apply for free Civic and Activism Remote Internships. Check it out www.turnuip.us/applynow
Elkton High School Prom Grand March is only a few weeks away! Grand March is open for the public to view and will take place Saturday, April 5th and will begin at 8:00 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm).
Winter Awards Banquet will take place on Monday, March 24th at 6:30pm in the North Gym.
Girls' Basketball, Boys' Basketball, and Basketball Cheer. This will be potluck, Juniors and Seniors bring a main dish. Sophomores and Freshmen bring a dessert.
Just a reminder that the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) presentation for parents/community members will be Tuesday, March 18th at 6:00 pm in the North Gym (entrance A-3)!
Last Day to order gear from the track store.
https://elktonlakebentontrackandfield2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
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