Check out the first "What's the Scoop" newsletter for the 2022-23 school year! This month's newsletter from our Child Nutrition department includes important reminders and everything you need to know as we kick off this new school year! ---> https://www.smore.com/a35r9
The countdown is ON! We are so excited to welcome students back for another great school year! Staff have been busily preparing their classrooms, brushing up on instructional skills, and revisiting the always-important-topic of customer service! See you soon!
We are thrilled to welcome the new members of our staff to the Bison family.
A new app for parents of bus-eligible students is coming soon! The FREE Stopfinder app allows parents/guardians/daycare providers to see pick-up and drop-off times, the location of the bus, and other features in a secure app. More information will be coming soon, including an invitation to set up your child's account in Stopfinder. If you are the primary household of a bus-eligible student, please check your email for more information.
We are excited to welcome incoming and returning students to Bison Roundup Day in just two short weeks!
We held our second annual Bison Volleyball Camp this week. Over 50 girls participated this year. The girls worked on skills with coaches over two days. A few girls earned t-shirts for being outstanding players. Thanks to everyone who attended! We can't wait for the season to get started. GO BISON!
What better way to start August than some "inspired" learning? SFSD staff members are sharpening their skills to help your student(s) achieve!
Keep your students fueled to learn! SFSD is no longer able to offer free meals to all students. Now is a great time to add money to their My School Bucks account. Or, for families with qualifying income, it is important to fill out the Free/Reduced Meal application!
Log on to the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus to apply! If you have questions or need help filling out the application please call 605-367-6180. We are happy to help!
Please note: if your student does not have a free/reduced lunch application on file, you will be charged full price for breakfast and lunch starting the first day of school. Thank you!
Students/Families who need assistance with purchasing the necessary school supplies for a successful school year may consider attending Project SOS. The first day of classes for SFSD is Thursday, August 25, 2022.
A summer reminder
Summer may be here, but we have lots going on at Ben Reifel this summer! Look out for the June Herd It Here for sign up information or click the link below
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pQD1P3TOd7_e-sAAX35uJDsOctpgMGuhMxrmjntjLmA/edit
Yesterday we had future Bison visit Ben Reifel. They were able to hear multiple musical performances, get a tour and hear from Mr. H & the counselors. We can't wait to welcome to into building in the fall as 6 graders!
School Info 5.13.22
• Classes in-session and on-time today
• Bus routes may be impacted
• No tardies this morning
• Final day May 25, 2022
We want to congratulate our very own Pete Egstad.
Pete was awarded the 2021-2022 Girls Basketball Lower Level Coach of the Year by the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association.
Recently, Mrs. Rachael Anderson in our counseling department became the recipient of the Mary W. Lark Humanitarian Award from the SD Counseling Association. Rachael is so deserving of the award. We are blessed to have her as part of our Ben Reifel Family and a member of our counseling department. Congratulations, Rachael!
8th grade Social Studies students attended the Siouxland Heritage Courthouse Museum Civil War camp. Camp life, soldier gear, and drilling were taught to participants as they begin the Civil War unit during the final days of school.
Ben Reifel students helped set up the brand new garden beds with the help of staff throughout today. Thank you to all the staff for setting up a fun activity for students to end their week with.
Hell Bison families!
The May edition of Herd It Here is out!
Some highlights include dates for Bison Boost Sessions, Cheer & Athletic camps, WEB Orientation Day and our 22-23 school year Bison Roundup Day are all detailed. Check it out for details and GO BISON!
https://www.smore.com/bx2fg-herd-it-here
The Ben's Garden Committee is excited to get the word out about their engraved plaque fundraiser, which will support the development of an outdoor classroom that can be used by ALL staff and students.
Plaques can be customized with the names of individuals, families or businesses. To donate see the living tree link below:
https://give.livingtree.com/store/bens-garden-plaque-fundraiser
Additionally, check out this awesome video the garden club put together
https://youtu.be/8eJh6KGtfvM
Thank you so much for your support of this project!
Earlier this year, 8th grade accelerated SS students participated in the National History Day program, a year-long academic program focused on historical research, interpretation, and creative expression for 6th- to 12th-grade students. Four 8th grade students qualified for the state competition which was hosted by SDSU April 13th.
We are excited to announce that Mollie Kruse from team 8-3 placed 1st in the Individual Junior Exhibit category for her project entitled "Who Owns the Black Hills?" She will represent our school and district at the NHD national contest which will be held virtually this summer. We are proud of this amazing achievement. Congratulations, Mollie
