Students on team 6-2 have been demonstrating the causes of surface and deep ocean currents in class over the past week. Students loved the activity! We love these engaging lessons that get students moving and collaborating with peers.








Every day is a GREAT day in SFSD classrooms! Thursday was extra special as Supt. Stavem and Board Member Marc Murren surprised six educators by naming them finalists for the Dr. John W. Harris Teacher of the Year Award! Please join us in congratulating these amazing educators!

This past weekend, Ben Reifel hosted fellow middle schools for a wrestling match. We are proud of how hard all the athletes and coaches worked to make it a success!


It's time! JK and Kindergarten registration for the 23-24 school year is NOW OPEN! Parents of children who will be five (5) on or before September 1, 2023
and live in Sioux Falls School District boundaries can learn more at:
https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration

Happy National Counseling Week to our outstanding counselors - Mr.Stansbury, Ms. Carmon and Mrs. Anderson! We are very fortunate to have them be part of our team at Ben Reifel Middle School. Their dedication to our students and staff is remarkable! Thank you Nick, Lindsey and Rachel! We so appreciate all of you!! ❤️

SFSD loves our school counselors! Join us in thanking them this week (and every week) for "Helping Students Dream Big!"

This year’s 8th grade accelerated Social Studies students participated in NHD-National History Day. Students selected a topic related to the theme Frontiers: People, Places, Ideas. Work was showcased as an exhibit, website, documentary or performance on March 2 in the library. Judges from throughout the community met with students to provide feedback and ask questions about their work. We will soon be announcing finalists who will move onto the South Dakota Regional contest. We are proud of how hard each student worked on these projects.




On Thursday, March 30th, we will host our first ever BRMS Fine Arts Night from 6:00-7:30pm. This event will feature many of our music ensembles along with an art showcase from many of our BRMS students. There will be music department spirit wear and snacks available for purchase. We look forward to seeing everyone!

Sixth grade students have been practicing their dividing fractions skills with some math games. Students were able to work collaboratively with peers, while applying strategies to a variety of problems. What an engaging idea!



Congratulation, to our Best in the Herd recipients. These students received a positive phone call home, Bison Way cards and a bracelet. Thank you for representing Ben Reifel so well!! ❤️

This week, 6th grade Bison had a great learning day courtesy of Sanford Underground Research Facility. Their curiosity was on full display as they engaged in tasks and asked fantastic questions.




On Monday, the music department held their Pops Concert, playing music from Beethoven to the James Bond theme. They sounded incredible! We are so proud of how hard students and staff worked to prepare for this. ❤️



Taste of Ben Reifel. We had a wonderful afternoon of celebrating our different cultures at Ben Reifel. We had dancing, a fashion show and lots of yummy cultural foods. What a great way to spend an afternoon!!




7th grade accelerated math students have been exploring different types of linear relationships. They have been doing many hands on activities to discover patterns to build tables, graphs and write equations. What an engaging way to learn.




There is still time to see a performance of Annie Jr this weekend.
Details: Saturday, January 28
10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
$5 per seat - cash only!
Can’t wait to see everyone there!




Congratulations to Pete Egstad and Barb Christophersen for being our January Best in the Herd!

On February 7th, Ben Reifel will be having a Neon Skate at Skate City. See the flyers for all the details. Can't wait to see everyone dressed in their brightest outfit!

Congratulations!These students received gift cards in the Bison Way card drawing. Thank you for demonstrating the Bison Way.

Congratulation, to our Best in the Herd recipients. These students received a positive phone call home, Bison Way cards and a bracelet. Thank you for representing Ben Reifel so well!!

Congratulations! These students received gift cards in the Bison Way card drawing. Thank you for demonstrating the Bison Way. We are proud of you. ❤️
