Today—and every day—we celebrate our incredible Administrative Assistants! Their dedication, organization, and behind-the-scenes magic keep everything running smoothly. From juggling schedules to keeping us all on track, they’re the heart of the office and the glue that holds us together. We are so grateful for their hard work, kindness, and constant support. Thank you for all that you do—you truly make a difference every single day! Happy Administrative Professionals Day!

⭐️ Lady Cougars are the Jaguars Relay Champs! ⭐️ It was an awesome day for the track teams! 21 Personal Records 4 Jaguar Relays Meet Records (Paige Bull Discus, Sophia Bauld G-800, Addi Hood G-300 Hurdles, Braelyn Duerfeldt, Daytona Paris, Addi Hood, Breckynn Pistulka G-4x100) 1 - School Record (Gentry Bartling B-Javelin)

📣 Attention Current 8th Grade Parents & Students! 🎓📚 Join us for Freshman Orientation Night on April 30th at 5:15 PM in the Lunchroom! 🏫 We’ll be talking all about: ✅ High School Graduation Requirements ✅ Your Personal Learning Plan ✅ Course Selection & More! This is a great opportunity to start thinking about your educational journey and plan for success! 🌟 Don’t miss out! 📅 April 30th 🕔 5:15 PM 📍 School Lunchroom Let’s get ready for high school—together! 💪💼🎒

Congratulations to our JV/MS golfers yesterday at the Bon Homme/Scotland invite! It was a beautiful day for golf!!⛳️⛳️ JV: Boys: Brody Indahl 1st, Bryson Indahl 12th, and Cash Hemming 15th Girls: Brianna Davis 2nd MS: Norah Glover 5th

Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Today, we give a big shoutout to the everyday heroes behind the wheel—our incredible bus drivers! Whether it’s rain, snow, or shine, they show up with a steady hand, a kind heart, and a commitment to getting us where we need to go safely. Thank you for the early mornings, the late afternoons, the friendly waves, and the watchful eyes. You keep our communities connected, our kids safe, and our days running smoothly. Take a moment to thank a bus driver today—they deserve it! We missed a couple pictures but thank you also to Mr. Sanderson, Mr. Bull and Mrs. Bull! #BusDriverAppreciationDay #ThankYouDrivers #CommunityHeroes

📣 Tomorrow, students in grades 3rd–8th & 11th will take the Math State Assessment! ➗➕📐 🍩 Donut stress… you got this! 💪✨ Get a good night’s sleep 😴, eat a solid breakfast 🍳, and show what you know! 🧠💥 We believe in you! 💙

📢We're Hiring!📢 The Burke School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated 6th-12th Grade Music Teacher to lead both band (5-12) and choir (6-12). We value your experience — all years of service will be recognized! Come be part of a supportive team and a great school community! For more information or to apply, contact Principal Mary Hosford at 605-775-2645.

🍎 Cougar Day, April 25th! 🎉 The Burke Community Memorial Hospital along with SoDak Dietician Val Van Meter will be hosting a fun and engaging activity all about nutrition & wellness! 🥦💪 📋 Sign up with your child’s teacher or by clicking the link below: 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYgQM7BPIBWHCvcG1VSLxv2ifqTHKRY9E_B6WQGu2QZuRPlQ/viewform

🚗 Get Signed Up for Driver's Ed🚗 We’re excited to offer Driver’s Education classes from May 26th–30th! 🔞 Eligibility: Students must be 13 years old by January 1, 2025 Ready to hit the road? Click below to sign up! 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2OdBmn8pPN7JwY8sSBzNiMt1D81HhrMLAwcY-yEDppqv6hQ/viewform?usp=header

Congratulations to our March student of the month winners!

A huge thank you to Community Memorial Hospital for bringing the Scrub Bus to our students today! 🚌🩺 What a wonderful, hands-on way for our kids to explore healthcare careers and learn more about patient care. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ We appreciate your partnership and the meaningful opportunities you provide for our students! ⭐️

🍔🍔Our school is blessed by amazing community support! Thank you Rosebud Rancherettes for grilling today. Whether it's securing beef donations, hauling critters to the locker, or flipping fresh beef for our kids, these ladies are up for the task. Thank you Carol, Jolene, Carla, and Sue for lending a helping hand today! 🙏🙏

"If you give Cougars a cookie, they'll ace the test! 🍪📚✏️" We’re gearing up for round two of ELA testing tomorrow, and our students are ready to shine! ✨ A big thank you to Carol Johnson for donating the delicious cookies to help fuel our success! 🍪💙

Information on NEXT YEAR'S Graduation!

Hey Parents! We want to hear from you. Please fill out the 4 Day survey here: https://forms.gle/2Zht2FcX1RgrXwjg6

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