Mobridge-Pollock School District

Mobridge-Pollock Upper Elementary will host a Family Fun Night on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in the High School Gym from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. All 3-5 grade students and their parents/families are welcome to attend. https://bit.ly/FFunNightUpper Administration

MS/HS Track Meet at Lemmon on Saturday, April 27, 2024, has been postponed. Administration

The home softball games vs Lakota Tech today have been postponed due to weather conditions. Notification of make up day will be sent out. Administration

GUESS WHO? HERE'S A CLUE! Mobridge-Pollock Upper Elementary Concert Tonight, April 25, 2024 - Script written and directed by Mrs. Lisa Zahn Mr. Alfie Gonzales & Mrs. Lisa Zahn, Directors

Parents/Guardians, The Big Dakota Conference Track Meet scheduled for Tuesday, April 16th, at Todd County High School has been postponed. Once the new date for the track meet has been set, a notification will be sent out. Administration

Recently, Mr. Goerhing and his students were recognized on the Dakota News for the valuable lessons learned in Building Trade classes offered by Mobridge-Pollock High School. The news report shared the impact that Mr. Goehring's approach to teaching and the courses he offers help students learn life skills while making content more relevant in courses such as geometry. The link below takes you to the news story shared on Dakotanewsnow.com: https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/2024/03/15/mobridge-pollock-students-learn-life-skills-building-trades-classes/ Well done, Mr. Goehring and Building Trades students.

Today marks the end of an era as we bid farewell to Mr. Troy Stenberg, who has dedicated an incredible 33 years to shaping young minds within our school walls. His passion for teaching, unwavering dedication, and kindness have left an indelible mark on generations of students. As students lined the halls to congratulate him on his well-deserved retirement, we reflect on the countless lives he has touched and the lasting impact he has made. Mr. Stenberg, your legacy will continue to inspire us all. Wishing you a joyful retirement filled with relaxation, adventure, and all the happiness you truly deserve. Thank you for everything, and may your future be as bright as the countless futures you've helped shape. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI99KTiB25A

National Honor Society will host a 3 on 3 Co-ed Basketball Tourney on March 2nd. Please see the flyer for rules, registration, and location.

Courageous Conversations creates an open and safe space for all high school students to participate in open and honest discussions on topics of interest for high school students. Along the way, we look forward to using the Courageous Conversation platform to help us as a school district gather student input as we continue to focus on providing a safe school environment that fosters understanding and resolution. We will meet on March 6, 2024, at 7:45 am in the high school library. If this time does not work for you, please join us at 3:30 pm in the high school library after school. We will set future open meeting dates after gathering input from students.

Buy your 2022-2023 Mobridge-Pollock Yearbook today. Yearbooks are on sale through February 19th for $40.00. Please contact Mrs. Kathy Dockter at 605-845-9200, ext. 5, if you would like to purchase your child's yearbook.

UE Winter Concert – 7:00 pm - HS Gym The theme is "A Feast of Music." Please bring items for our Thanksgiving food drive. Donated food will be given to upper elementary families in need. Go to the fine arts page of the school's website for a list of items needed. https://www.mobridge-pollock.k12.sd.us/page/fine-arts

OPPORTUNITIES College Readiness Coursework available at no cost Last week, South Dakota 12th graders received a postcard from Our Dakota Dreams providing information about College Readiness Coursework in math and English. Available at no cost to the student, College Readiness Coursework is designed to help students make a smooth transition to higher education by preparing them for college-level math and English. Students who earned less than a Level 3 on the South Dakota State Assessment are eligible and can avoid remedial coursework at the college level by successfully completing targeted coursework. The effort is a partnership of the DOE, Board of Regents, and Board of Technical Education. Please share this information with your high school counselors and other appropriate staff.

Congratulations to Melanie Kipf, Kennadie Wipf, Katie Wollman, Jayda Thompson, Ellie Kemnitz, Tegan Konold, Katelynn Fjeldheim, Faith Heil, Ellie Jahraus, Shane Henderson, and Greg Kessler on being inducted into the National Honor Society.

Congratulations and best of luck to Mrs. Lindsey Bachman on being a finalist for Teacher of the Year. The video link below is provided by the South Dakota Department of Education. It is posted on their social media outlets. https://twitter.com/sddoe/status/1704563834462044487?s=20

Freshman parents, Students in 9th grade have been invited to attend Freshman Impact Day in Gettysburg on September 18, 2023. The event will run from 8:30 AM-3:50 PM. The bus will leave at 7:15 AM from the HS and return at approximately 5:00 PM. Coaches have been notified, and students will be excused from practice. Students who are in football will still make it to the JV game that evening, as Coach Naasz will be driving a van separately from Gettysburg to Linton. A waiver has been given to each student that will need to be signed before they can attend this event. Please return waivers to the HS office by September 11, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Bachman at 605-845-9202. The links below provide more information. https://www.freshmanimpact.net/ https://bit.ly/2023FreshmanImpact Lindsey Bachman High School Principal K-12 Curriculum Director Mobridge-Pollock School District

Walworth County Community Health will come into the schools to complete school screenings for the 2023-2024 school year. They will be at the following schools: Freeman Davis Elementary - September 6th & 7th Upper Elementary - September 13th Middle School/High School - September 27th Students will complete the following: Heath Assessment for Kindergarten and 5th Grade Scoliosis screening for girls in 5th & 7th grade and boys in 8th grade Vision screening for Kindergarten, 3rd , 5th, 8th, and 10th grade Hearing screening for Kindergarten, 3rd, 5th, & 9th grade If you have any questions, call Walworth County Community Health Office at 845-8127.

Mobridge Regional Hospital and Clinic will be offering FREE Sports Physicals at Mobridge-Pollock High School on July 25th for MS students and July 26th for HS students. No appointment is necessary. Physicals will take place from 3:30-5:00 pm each day. Forms are available at Mobridge Medical Clinic or online at www.mobridge-pollock.k12.sd.us . You must bring your completed, parent-signed paperwork with you.

Freeman Davis Student Supply List 23-24

Title VI Public Hearing - HS Library - 5:30 pm, Wednesday, April 26th.

The 2023 -2024 School Calendar was approved by the Mobridge-Pollock School Board on Monday, March 13, 2023.