Information on NEXT YEAR'S Graduation!
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Reminder: State Testing tomorrow!
Students in grades 3–8 and 11 will be testing in ELA, but they have muffin to worry about — they’re going to do great! ✏️
Huge shoutout to Erin Schulte for baking the delicious muffins to give our students a sweet start to testing day! Thank you!!!! 👏💙
Huge shoutout to the Reading Olympics teams that competed in Winner today!
You all did an awesome job representing our school with your hard work, teamwork, and love of reading.
Congratulations to the 5th grade team for placing 2nd 🥈 and the 6th grade team for placing 3rd 🥉!
We’re so proud of all of you—way to go, Cougars! 📚👏🐾
🌟 **Reader of the Week: Alex Simpson!** 🌟
Meet Alex, a basketball fan, Ghost enthusiast, and a bookworm with a love for **fantasy, historical fiction,** and **graphic novels**! 🏀🎸📚
When Alex isn’t sinking three-pointers on the court, you’ll find them lost in worlds of epic tales and gripping adventures. Whether it’s diving into the **magical realms** of fantasy, exploring the depth of **historical fiction**, or getting hooked on vivid **graphic novels**, Alex’s reading knows no bounds!
👏 **Let’s celebrate Alex** for their passion for storytelling and incredible taste in both music and books. Drop your favorite book recommendations below, and let’s share the love for all things creative! 🔥
#ReaderOfTheWeek #BookLovers #BasketballAndBooks #GhostFan #FantasyReads #HistoricalFiction #GraphicNovels #Bookstagram
Reminder: State testing begins tomorrow!
Students in grades 5, 8, and 11 will be taking the science test in the morning.
Our students are ready to Pop Those Jitters Away—you’ve got this!
Huge thanks to Cougar PALS for providing fun treats to help kick things off on a positive note.
Please make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and comes to school ready to shine! 🌟
Thanks for your support!
🌟 Happy (belated) Librarian Day! 🌟
While we may be a few days behind, we didn’t want to miss the chance to celebrate the incredible librarian who helps us discover new worlds, expand our knowledge, and fuel our imaginations! 📚✨
Thank you for your dedication, passion, and tireless work in keeping our communities connected with the wealth of knowledge found in books and beyond. You make a difference every single day, and we’re so grateful for everything you do!
Here’s to the unsung hero of our libraries – we appreciate you! 💙📖
#LibrarianDay #ThankYouLibrarians #BelatedButGrateful
Burke School District kids have caught the reading bug and we are in need of new books!
Can you help us out and be a book fairy???
Click the link below to see what books our kids are wishing for.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TECS63QZD2PO/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1
🎭 The Dakota Players had a fantastic dress rehearsal and are ready to hit the stage! Come out TONIGHT at 7:00 PM to see these young stars shine ✨
Can’t make it in person? No problem — catch the performance live at Cougarstv.live! 🎬📺 https://youtu.be/OwQ2m9ml5nw
Today, our students lit it up blue to show support for Autism Awareness! It is wonderful to see our school come together in kindness, understanding, and acceptance.💙
🎉📚 Reader of the Week: MaKenzy Johnson! 📚🎉
Meet our amazing Reader of the Week, MaKenzy Johnson! 🌟 When she's not hitting home runs on the softball field or spiking the volleyball, you can find her deep in a graphic novel or turning the pages of Diary of a Wimpy Kid (she's read most of the series!). 📖✨
MaKenzy also has a passion for history, especially learning about the fascinating moments that shaped America. Her love for books is contagious, and Mrs. Johnson loves chatting with her about all the newest reads!
Congrats, MaKenzy – you are a superstar reader! 🌟💯 Keep up the awesome work, and we can’t wait to see what you read next! 📚💬
#ReaderOfTheWeek #BookLover #GraphicNovels #DiaryOfAWimpyKid #HistoryBuff #SoftballStar #VolleyballQueen #KeepReading #BookChat
Happy Paraprofessionals Day! We are blessed with the best paras in the business here in Burke! Thanks Carter, Amanda, Sabrina, Amber, Crystal, and Brenda for all you do!
Don't forget to wear BLUE tomorrow to show your support for Autism Awareness! 💙 Let's come together to celebrate acceptance, understanding, and inclusion.
Livestream link to the 5th and 6th grade band festival.
https://www.youtube.com/live/C77E-TFgEXw?si=77OxyOL_S22whKrk
🌟 Teacher of the Year Announcement! 🌟
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Mrs. Kate Witt has been named the 2025 SDAEA Teacher of the Year! 🎉👏
Mrs. Witt’s dedication, creativity, and passion for education make her an invaluable part of our school and community. She inspires our students every day, giving them a meaningful way to express themselves through art! But her impact doesn’t stop there—if you’ve visited the city park, you’ve seen firsthand the positive mark she has left on our community.
Mrs. Witt, we cannot thank you enough for all you do!
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Witt on this well-deserved honor! 🎨✨💙
🎭 The Dakota Players Are Off to a Great Start! 🎭
We’re thrilled to have 42 talented students cast in You Look Marvelous! Rehearsals are underway, and the show is shaping up to be absolutely amazing. 🌟
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 4th at 10:30 AM or 7:00 PM—you won’t want to miss this performance! 🎶👏
🏃🏃♀️The middle school track team got their season started in Yankton today. Way to go Cougars! 🎉🏅
🎉 Congratulations to our 5th Graders! 🎉
This Friday, our 5th-grade students graduated from the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program! D.A.R.E. is a national program that teaches students important life skills, including decision-making, responsibility, and how to resist peer pressure when it comes to drugs and alcohol.
A huge thank you to Officer Green for leading this program and bringing such valuable lessons to our students in Gregory County! We appreciate your dedication to keeping our kids informed and empowered!
Way to go, 5th graders! We are proud of you! 👏🎓
Mr. Murray's Engineering kids competed in a Wind Energy Competition in Winner today. Mr. Murray's words, "We had a fun day, I think kids liked it, Oh, and we WON!" Congrats to Mr. Murray and students!
Our Teens As Teachers stepped up and took charge, teaching valuable lessons on the Six Pillars of Character and leading an in-depth exploration of caring to the 3rd and 4th grade classes. ❤️ Through engaging discussions and activities, they helped students understand the power of empathy, kindness, and what it takes to have good character.
👏 Way to go, Teens as Teachers!!! Your dedication and leadership are helping build strong character within our school community! 🌟
