Todd County School District

TCSD Regular School Board Meeting Monday March 27th, 2023 starting @ 5:30pm held at the District Office will be live streamed to the tcsd youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/toddcountyschooldistrict.

Join us for our 'Fun through Learning Friday' with Sequoia Crosswhite! We still have supplies available for the activity please call Leta Brandis, 605.856.3501, ext. 2116. Because supplies are limited, it will be first come, first served. Enjoy the video! Sequoia Crosswhite, an enrolled member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and a descendant of Chief War Eagle and Chief Swift Cloud. He is an accomplished musician, grass dancer and historian, and his handmade flutes and musical recordings uphold the traditions of his Lakota ancestors. https://fb.watch/jtUxRGJ3Hy/?mibextid=DcJ9fc

Everybody has one - everybody needs one… but what are smartphones and the hours we spend on social media doing to our mental health - what about your child's mental health? The April Mental Health Newsletter addresses the harms of social media including cyberbullying, social comparisons, addiction and more. Explore this resource to learn how parents can help their child with their social media usage and potentially boost their mood and lower levels of anxiety and depression. Also, check out a course on ParentGuidance.org led by licensed therapist, Dr. Kevin Skinner, on How Digital Media is Changing Our Children’s Mental Health.

Ready for prom? Don't worry about finding the perfect tux! Outback Screen Printing of Valentine is coming to the high school library this Thursday, March 23rd. Get fitted for your tux and make a $75 deposit to reserve it. Don't miss out! Call (402) 376-1190 with any questions.

TCSD is excited to host another 'Fun through Learning Friday' on March 24th, 2023. Video will be available at 6pm that evening and thereafter on the district website in the live feed or on the Facebook page, which you may access at your convenience. Our presenter will be; Sequoia Crosswhite, an enrolled member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and a descendant of Chief War Eagle and Chief Swift Cloud. He is an accomplished musician, grass dancer and historian, and his handmade flutes and musical recordings uphold the traditions of his Lakota ancestors. We have supplies to accompany this teaching, call Leta Brandis, 605.856.3501, ext. 2116. Because supplies are limited, it will be first come, first served.

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Reminder: TCMS and TCHS will have school tomorrow, Wednesday, March 15th. All other schools have inservice.

Hey school families! Just a friendly reminder that the third quarter ends on March 14th. Don't forget that TCMS & TCHS students have a make-up day on the 15th, while all other schools have inservice on that day. After that, it's time for Spring Break! From March 16th to 19th, our students and staff can take a well-deserved break. Have fun and stay safe!

Hey TCSD Families! Don't forget that daylight saving time is coming up this weekend. Remember to set your clocks one hour forward before going to bed on Saturday night. This small change can make a big difference in your morning routine, so be sure to adjust your schedule accordingly. Let's all spring forward and start the week on the right foot! #DaylightSavingTime #SpringForward #Don'tForgetToAdjustYourClocks

TCSD will have a Virtual Learning Day on Thursday, March 9th, students will be sent home with materials to complete assignments, middle school and high school student be logged in to your chromebooks and check your schedules!

TCSD Regular School Board Meeting Monday March 6th, 2023 starting @ 5:30pm held at the District Office will be live streamed to the tcsd youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/toddcountyschooldistrict.

Help us celebrate our school social workers this week March 5-11. National School Social Work Week is marked every first full week of March to celebrate school social workers across the nation and appreciate their work in helping students achieve academic success. Did you know social work began in U.S. schools over 110 years ago by visiting teachers? School social workers are a crucial part of the educational system, providing essential support and resources to students and families in need. Their dedication and tireless efforts to help children and youth overcome personal, social, and academic challenges are invaluable. They play a vital role in promoting mental health and well-being, fostering positive relationships, and advocating for the rights and needs of vulnerable populations. Without their skills, expertise, and compassion, many students would struggle to succeed in school and in life. As a result, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all school social workers for their selfless service, unwavering commitment, and profound impact on the lives of so many young people. Thank you for all that you do.

TCSD will have a 10:00 start today, March 6, due to icy road conditions.

Greetings Families and Caregivers, We hope you are able to view Starr Chief Eagle's video on TCSD's webpage. We do have a limited number of books to accompany the video. Inserted in the books are several 'critical thinking' questions which we hope will inspire discussions with your child. Contact me (Leta Brandis - 605.856.3501 ext. 2116) if you would like a book. Enjoy Starr's video! https://fb.watch/j2f-BqXnNP/?mibextid=qC1gEa

In the future, if there is bad weather in the forecast that makes it difficult for students to get to school, TCSD will have a Virtual Learning Day. Parents, staff and students will be notified of the upcoming virtual learning day before dismissal. This will give everyone the opportunity to gather everything they need for virtual learning. Materials and expectations for students by level- K-5 - Packets will be sent home for students. packets can be completed with family members and teacher will be available via email with any questions. Middle School - Students will need a chromebook. Zoom class Check- ins will begin at 10AM and conclude at 2PM. Each school will provide a schedule to students via Schoology. High School - Students will need a chromebook. Students will follow the schedule below on schoology and google meet. 10:00-10:25 Period 1 10:30-10:55 Period 2 11:00-11:25 Period 3 11:30-11:55 Period 4 12:00-12:25 Lunch 12:30-12:55 Period 5 1:00-1:25 Period 6 1:30-1:55 Period 7

REMINDER: Our first Through Learning We Will Have Fun Fridays will be this Friday, March 3rd where we will be sharing a special video made by world renowned hoop dancer, Starr Chief Eagle. Starr will discuss hoop dancing, show how to make hoops, and show herself performing. If you would like to sign up for a free book about dancing please contact Leta Brandis (605-856-3501) by Friday, March 3rd at 9 am (CT) to arrange pick up from the district office. Supplies are limited, first come first served.

Todd County Achievement School Job Fair for HS Juniors and Seniors March 24, 2023 8AM-3PM @ TC Achievement School gymnasium(old South Elem. Gym) Mission, SD Opportunities for your business/department: *to share information about your career *to conduct on-site applications and interviews *hire summer/weekend help for your business *jump-start a career for students scheduled to graduate at the end of this school year *to invest in our local youth For further information and/or to register for a booth, please contact Teana Guerue, TCAS Principal at: 605-856-3544 or teana.guerue@k12.sd.us

Tuesday, February 28 Boys Basketball 1st Round Regions @ Red Cloud Games Starts @ 7:00 PM CST PER RED CLOUD ADMINISTRATION: MASKS ARE REQUIRED. MASKS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE.

TCSD Regular School Board Meeting Monday Feb. 27th, 2023 starting @ 5:30pm held at the District Office will be live streamed to the tcsd youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/toddcountyschooldistrict.

There will be no school for all TCSD schools Friday, Feb 24th. Due to dangerous cold temperatures. 12-month staff will report at noon.