Todd County School District

All Todd County Schools will have a 10 am late start tomorrow, April 2nd.

📢 Attention TCSD Families: All TCSD schools will have a late start at 10:00 AM tomorrow. Instructional staff, please report by 9:30 AM. Please plan accordingly. Stay safe and warm! ❄️🕙 #TCSD #SchoolDelay

All 12-month employees will be granted admin leave for this afternoon, Monday, March 25. Please stay safe and warm.

🌨️ Weather Update: Due to anticipated winter weather, we have decided to close school tomorrow Monday, March 25th. All 12-month staff report at noon. Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy an unexpected day off! ☕📚🌨️

The regular scheduled school board meeting for Monday, March 25th has been rescheduled to Wednesday, March 27th at 4:00PM

For this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi we have Whitnee Coy from the Community and Family Services division of Black Hills Special Services reading of "Be a Good Ancestor" by Leona and Gabrielle Prince, members of the Lake Babine Nation and Beaver Clan. We encourage you to ask your children these reflection questions after watching the video. 1. In what ways are you a "good ancestor"? 2. How do you show Lakota values daily in the activities you do and behaviors you show to yourself and the world around you? Use the link to access the video- https://youtu.be/XhtYaac47E0

Join us tomorrow, March 22nd for a virtual reading of "Be a Good Ancestor" by Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince, members of the Lake Babine nation and Beaver Clan. Whitnee Coy, from the Community Family Services division of Black Hills Special Services will be reading this wonderful book in partnership with the SD Statewide Family Engagement Center.

📢 Attention High School Parents! 📢 We have important news for parents of high school juniors and seniors! If your child did not take the Smarter Balanced test previously, they will have the opportunity to do so this year. Students will take the test on Wednesday 3/27, please be at school by 8:30. What Can You Do? Encourage your child to try their best. Ensure they get plenty of rest before test days. Remind them to come to school on testing days. Let’s support our students as they take this important step in their academic journey! 📚🔍

🎲🎉 Thank You for an Incredible Family Game Night at TCES! 🎉🎲 Especially our Community Partners! Rosebud Sioux Tribe - PIYA MANI OTIPI Rosebud Siċaŋġu Tribal Education Department- Building Bridges Initiative South Dakota Department of Social Services South Dakota Suicide Prevention Mike Marshall Stay tuned for more fun events, and let’s keep the game night spirit alive! 🎲🌟

Come and join us at TCES for our District-Wide Family Game Night! We have free books, door prizes, and Lakota Games with Mike Marshall!

TCHS Track Season Training has begun. https://youtu.be/BI2ySwvs3uc?si=-va9ikYh3ZCjC8ae

Bus Route Update 3/11. B 39 will be picking up St. Francis and West St. Francis. B1 will replace b-57 on the Okreek route this morning. - TCSD Transportation 605-856-3509

For this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi we have Kansas Middletent. Listen as he shares words of encouragement for Indigenous youth and shares the story of the Turtle Warrior. Visit the link below to view this weeks video! https://youtu.be/xYA9cKKR2Xo?si=mY5iV-IHVOt5hWsV

🎉 Join us for Family Game Night! 🎮 📅 Date: Thursday, March 14th ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Todd County Elementary School Activities Include: Activity Booths: Explore interactive stations featuring exciting games and learning experiences. Games: Get ready for friendly competition with classic board games, card games, and more! Learning: Discover fascinating facts and insights through engaging presentations. Bags for Kids: Special game night bag filled with surprises. Raffle Items: Enter our raffle for a chance to win awesome prizes! Interactive Presentation of Lakota Games by Mike Marshall: Learn about traditional Lakota games and their cultural significance. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening! Bring your family and friends for a memorable time. See you there! 🌟🎲🎁

📢 Event Announcement! 🎉 Join us for an exciting gathering at the Commons Room in the SGU Multi-Purpose Building on March 21, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 🕓 OYÁTE CIRCLE presents Disability Training for Native Families. Join us to advocate for our people with disabilities and their families. The focus will be on effective communication with service providers to access disability services. Disabilities covered include physical, emotional, mental, and behavioral health challenges. 🌟 All Are Welcome! 🌟 🍽️ Evening Meal Will Be Served 🍽️ 🎁 Door Prizes await lucky attendees! 🎁 Don’t miss out on this fantastic event! Mark your calendars and spread the word. Let’s come together for a memorable time! 🙌 For further information contact: Alicia Dickson-Boyd, Transition/Student Supports at 605-856-3513, Ext. 2426

Join us this Friday, for this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi with Kansas Middletent. Kansas Middletent is a Gates Millennium Scholar who is an enrolled member of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe. He comes from the Middletent Family and the Spotted Hawk Family. He currently lives on the Lower Brule Reservation with his family where is has been an educator and advocate on topics of Indigenous education, health, suicide awareness and prevention, parenting, teen dating, and perseverance/resilience. He uses the power of storytelling to build resilience in others. Listen as he shares words of encouragement for Indigenous youth and shares the story of the Turtle Warrior.

Attention parents and guardians of Todd County School District! This is a friendly reminder that students will have school this Friday, March 8th. Please make sure your children are prepared for their classes and assignments. We appreciate your cooperation and support in ensuring our students' academic success. Thank you!

There will be no after-school activities this evening, at all TCSD schools, Thursday 2/29.

There will be no after-school activities this evening, at all TCSD schools, Wednesday 2/28.

There will be no school at He Dog Elementary today, February 28th. If you have questions please call the district office at 605-856-3501.