
Linked below is the first "Secondary Scoop" of the year, which includes information about student growth goals, homecoming, attendance, the student handbook, & more. Thanks for reading! - Ms. Simmons
https://www.smore.com/jbdru

Borch’s Sporting Goods will be in Elkton on Thursday October 5th from 5 to 8pm for Letter Jacket fittings and orders.
See the online folder on the school's website for paperwork, ordering instructions, etc.
https://tinyurl.com/3a65djnz

1st day of school, Class of 2024!


FYI: Mr. Harming is in the building, in the Telecom room for computer check outs for Juniors and Seniors until 4 pm today.
Please use the Main Office front door to enter the building.
Sophomores can start their checkouts on Monday at 1 pm.

Julienne with Nacel Open Door is still looking for a few host families this school year. Please contact her if interested.


Construction update:
-The bathroom area is starting to take shape.
-Lockers are being installed.
-Plumbing and electrical work continue.
Progress is being made! We look forward to seeing the changes that will take place in the next week.
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We're excited to welcome you to our Open House tonight!
As we prepare to embark on another school year, we're pleased to inform you about the availability of a LIMITED number of school supplies courtesy of the Brookings Backpack Program. These supplies are intended to ensure every child has the tools they require for a successful academic year.
The pick-up area will be in the lunchroom.

Share the Warmth registration is now open!
Share the Warmth is a one day free winter outerwear give-away offered to anyone in need in Brookings County.
Registration is required and will close the morning of Monday, October 6th. The event will be held Wednesday, October 11th.


Elks CC Team store is open again for a week, in case you missed out on the first opportunity.
https://elkscrosscountry23.itemorder.com/shop/home/


Please click the link below to access the Pre-Open House checklist. We would like you to bring these completed forms to Open House with you. We will have printed copies if needed There are some forms that can be completed on-line.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18LjOl5LpBkXCUe6qJ-SiBqIUeeRZckUE/edit
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night!
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Youth Football
Here is the link to the parent letter regarding 2023 Youth Football.
https://5il.co/21cuj

Construction update:
-We are currently converting a classroom in 1991 addition into two classrooms. A cut out for the additional door was completed today. This will allow for separate rooms for SPED staff and our dual credit students.
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Dakota Dreams now offers two Online Tutoring Programs
this school year. Learn about Tutor Tracks and Online Homework Help:
https://bit.ly/3q4EfkW
#DakotaDreams #FreeOnlineTutoring
#CollegeAndBeyond


This time of the year, many people are looking to donate items to the school.
These are the items we find ourselves falling short of throughout the year:
-Kleenex
-Clorox/Lysol wipes
-Corded Headphones
-5 oz. Disposable cups
We appreciate everyone’s willingness to support our students.
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Construction update:
-Plumbing of the locker rooms and bathrooms continues.
-Lockers are being assembled and set into place.
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Elkton School offices will be CLOSED on Friday, August 4th, 2023.
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1st Cross Country practice will be held on August 10th at 8 am.
Please contact Coach Harming if you plan to run, but are also doing another sport.
e-mail: Mark.Harming@k12.sd.us


Computer checkouts schedule:
Seniors can start at Open House on August 10th.
11th grade can start 1 pm to 4 pm, August 11th.
10th grade can start 1 pm to 4 pm August 14th.
9th Grade can start 1 pm to 4 pm August 15th.
7th and 8th will be on the first day of school.

Please see the attachment from the Main Office.
This is the Pre-Open House Checklist. These are the items that we would like you to have completed before attending open house.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18LjOl5LpBkXCUe6qJ-SiBqIUeeRZckUE/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115118723013166658008&rtpof=true&sd=true