Jolliest of Mondays to you!!!!
Home events:
MS/HS Music Concert Tuesday evening - The Case
Varsity Wrestling Friday starting at 1:00, Saturday at 9am - The Case
MS/HS Music Concert Tuesday evening - The Case
Varsity Wrestling Friday starting at 1:00, Saturday at 9am - The Case
Today’s the day for the exciting “FREE” 🏀 Hoop Shoot event hosted by the Elks in Hot Springs! 🥳1pm at the Case Auditorium.
This event is for ages 8-13, with a chance to win prizes, and the top 2 in each age division advance to State, where hotel/meal are covered and an end-of-year banquet awaits!
Let’s come together to support the Elks, who have continuously supported our youth sports and education!! Hope to see some of you there!
HSSD PTA: We are doing a holiday lunch on Tuesday, December 16th for all of the Hot Springs teachers and staff. PTA has six parents making a variety of chilis and PTA is providing all of the toppings and a salad bar. We are asking for help with donations of soda and treats. If you can help please sign-up using the link below! Please bring your items to any of the offices by 9:00 Tuesday morning. Thank you!
Hot Springs K-12 PTA: Teacher Holiday Lunch : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D49A8A82BA4FA7-61219167-teacher?fbclid=IwY2xjawOoE_JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeQeDmE8BeQHR5Czex4nav9BJDSttwJVMfSFweFxihWsGiq1rPaapGiDtcH04_aem_SDIEOm-ioicbMkQGVuWEPQ#/
Hot Springs K-12 PTA: Teacher Holiday Lunch : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D49A8A82BA4FA7-61219167-teacher?fbclid=IwY2xjawOoE_JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeQeDmE8BeQHR5Czex4nav9BJDSttwJVMfSFweFxihWsGiq1rPaapGiDtcH04_aem_SDIEOm-ioicbMkQGVuWEPQ#/
School Districts Awarded Grant to Advance Statewide Literacy Initiative
Pierre, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Education awarded 28 school districts the Elevating Literacy Across South Dakota (ELA-SD) Grant.
The ELA-SD Grant is funded from the federal Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant, awarded to the department last year. The ELA-SD grants provide resources to assist school districts in the effective implementation of the state’s comprehensive literacy plan, known as the South Dakota Literacy Framework. This framework is deeply rooted in the robust evidence that supports the Science of Reading (SoR) approach. Through high-quality implementation, ELA-SD will enhance literacy outcomes for all South Dakota students and address persistent achievement gaps.
“The Science of Reading is a focal point of South Dakota’s initiative to move literacy forward,” said Secretary of Education Dr. Joseph Graves. “It deepens our understanding of how the brain learns to read, the necessary skills readers must develop to become proficient readers, and the appropriate methods teachers must use to effectively teach our students the gateway skill of learning to read.”
The purpose of the ELA-SD grants is to create a comprehensive literacy program to advance literacy skills, including pre-literacy skills, reading, and writing, for children from birth through grade 12, with an emphasis on disadvantaged children, including children living in poverty, English learners, and children with disabilities. This includes strengthening foundational reading instruction – especially phonics - particularly in the early grades, to ensure all students build the skills necessary for lifelong literacy success.
The following school districts have been awarded the ELA-SD grant:
Aberdeen;
Belle Fourche;
Bennett County;
Chamberlain;
Clark;
Colome;
Eagle Butte;
Edgemont;
Flandreau;
Henry;
Hot Springs;
Huron;
Iroquois;
Leola;
Marion;
Oglala Lakota County (OLC);
Rapid City Area;
Sioux Falls;
Sisseton;
Summit;
Todd County;
Tripp Delmont;
Wagner Community;
Waverly;
White Lake;
Willow Lake;
Wilmot; and
Woonsocket.
To learn more about the ELA-SD Grant and the literacy initiative in South Dakota, visit the Moving Literacy Forward in South Dakota webpage at www.doe.sd.gov/literacy/.
Pierre, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Education awarded 28 school districts the Elevating Literacy Across South Dakota (ELA-SD) Grant.
The ELA-SD Grant is funded from the federal Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant, awarded to the department last year. The ELA-SD grants provide resources to assist school districts in the effective implementation of the state’s comprehensive literacy plan, known as the South Dakota Literacy Framework. This framework is deeply rooted in the robust evidence that supports the Science of Reading (SoR) approach. Through high-quality implementation, ELA-SD will enhance literacy outcomes for all South Dakota students and address persistent achievement gaps.
“The Science of Reading is a focal point of South Dakota’s initiative to move literacy forward,” said Secretary of Education Dr. Joseph Graves. “It deepens our understanding of how the brain learns to read, the necessary skills readers must develop to become proficient readers, and the appropriate methods teachers must use to effectively teach our students the gateway skill of learning to read.”
The purpose of the ELA-SD grants is to create a comprehensive literacy program to advance literacy skills, including pre-literacy skills, reading, and writing, for children from birth through grade 12, with an emphasis on disadvantaged children, including children living in poverty, English learners, and children with disabilities. This includes strengthening foundational reading instruction – especially phonics - particularly in the early grades, to ensure all students build the skills necessary for lifelong literacy success.
The following school districts have been awarded the ELA-SD grant:
Aberdeen;
Belle Fourche;
Bennett County;
Chamberlain;
Clark;
Colome;
Eagle Butte;
Edgemont;
Flandreau;
Henry;
Hot Springs;
Huron;
Iroquois;
Leola;
Marion;
Oglala Lakota County (OLC);
Rapid City Area;
Sioux Falls;
Sisseton;
Summit;
Todd County;
Tripp Delmont;
Wagner Community;
Waverly;
White Lake;
Willow Lake;
Wilmot; and
Woonsocket.
To learn more about the ELA-SD Grant and the literacy initiative in South Dakota, visit the Moving Literacy Forward in South Dakota webpage at www.doe.sd.gov/literacy/.
Choir students visited Pine Hills last week to share some Christmas Cheer.
Parents, great news! Our Hot Springs School District Last Chance spirit wear sale has been extended one extra day! You now have until tonight to place your order and still get guaranteed Christmas delivery. Don’t miss your final chance to save 30% sitewide on the biggest sale of the year! Order now! https://1stplace.sale/114508
Seven school days until Christmas Break. Now would be a great time to log into Parent Portal and support your child by making sure that they have no missing work and that grades seem to be appropriate for them. Please reach out to teachers if you have any questions or concerns.
OPEN POSITION: Elementary Paraprofessional needed. $16.00 – $16.75/hour DOE. Schedule will be 8 hours per day, following the school calendar, during the school year. Full benefits available. Applicants can apply online at hssd.k12.sd.us. For more information, please contact Kristian Knutson at kristin.knutson@k12.sd.us. Position is open until filled.
NEEDED! Student Teacher Second Semester 2026. Position would be for a Middle School Math Teacher. Start date January 5, 2026 through May 29, 2026. Contact Secondary Principal, Kain Klinkhammer at kain.klinkhammer@k12.sd.us for more information.
NEEDED - Long Term Substitute for Middle School Math Teacher. Start date January 5, 2026 through May 29, 2026. Contact Secondary Principal, Kain Klinkhammer at kain.klinkhammer@k12.sd.us for more information. Apply online at www.hssd.k12.sd.us under Menu > Quick Link Pages.
New Opening - Middle School Math Teacher. Start date January 5th. Contact Secondary Principal, Kain Klinkhammer at kain.klinkhammer@k12.
Congratulations to the Hot Springs FFA members on a great showing at the SD State Leadership Development Event Competition in Rapid City. Our members competed in Parliamentary Procedure, Marketing Plan, Conduct of Chapter Meetings, Employment Skills, Ag Broadcasting and Prepared Public Speaking.
Zetta K. placed third in the state with her prepared public speech regarding over labeling of beef products in the U.S. The Marketing plan team of Ellie L, Cheyenne H and Haylee W placed sixth overall. Individually Ray S. also placed 6th overall in Employment Skills.
Congratulations to our members on an outstanding LDE season!
Zetta K. placed third in the state with her prepared public speech regarding over labeling of beef products in the U.S. The Marketing plan team of Ellie L, Cheyenne H and Haylee W placed sixth overall. Individually Ray S. also placed 6th overall in Employment Skills.
Congratulations to our members on an outstanding LDE season!
Go Bison:
JV and Varity Boys' Basketball Thursday December 11th
JV and Varsity Girls' and Boys' Basketball Saturday December 13th beginning at 3:00pm
JV and Varity Boys' Basketball Thursday December 11th
JV and Varsity Girls' and Boys' Basketball Saturday December 13th beginning at 3:00pm
If any of our HSSD students would be interested in joining the Mni Kata Oyate community group's float at the parade, the float will be up at the State Home by 5:30pm. Look for the Mni Kata Oyate signs. Parent permission is required and parents should pick students up at Lynn's where the parade ends. For any students that were involved in the drum making group, please bring your hand drum.
On Wednesday November 26, 2025, School Resource Officer Thomas McMillan along with 3 students from the Hot Springs Schools 23-2 were given the Rapid City Rush VIP experience, thanks to the “Badge Buddies” program.
The students along with SRO McMillan enjoyed a meal sponsored by Texas Roadhouse, met some of the Rush players, toured the facility, and watched the Rush win a 5-4 OT victory over the Idaho Steelheads!
The Rapid City Rush donates 4 tickets to every home game to local School Resource Officers, building positive relationships between Law Enforcement Officers and kids in their communities.
The 3 students who participated were picked by SRO McMillan, and from the looks of things they had a great time.
We would like to thank the Rapid City Rush for giving our students such an amazing opportunity.
The students along with SRO McMillan enjoyed a meal sponsored by Texas Roadhouse, met some of the Rush players, toured the facility, and watched the Rush win a 5-4 OT victory over the Idaho Steelheads!
The Rapid City Rush donates 4 tickets to every home game to local School Resource Officers, building positive relationships between Law Enforcement Officers and kids in their communities.
The 3 students who participated were picked by SRO McMillan, and from the looks of things they had a great time.
We would like to thank the Rapid City Rush for giving our students such an amazing opportunity.
Cyber Monday is here! Save 30% off sitewide on custom spirit wear for Mom, Dad, grandparents, and everyone on your list. Shop any school, including Hot Springs School District, and grab gifts they’ll open and say, “Where did you get that?” Plus, enjoy free shipping on $75+ and delivery guaranteed by December 23rd! https://1stplace.sale/114508
Parents.... interested in how to support the HSSD teachers and students? Please attend the PTA meeting today at 4:15pm in the Elementary Teachers' Lounge.
Dec Elem Lunch https://aptg.co/Rz740s
Dec MS/HS Lunch https://aptg.co/pKMHhk
Dec Breakfast https://aptg.co/qBH23-
Dec MS/HS Lunch https://aptg.co/pKMHhk
Dec Breakfast https://aptg.co/qBH23-
Seniors: This is the last week of the Free College Application Period. That means seniors can apply to any of South Dakota's public technical colleges and universities at no cost. Make sure to apply to any of South Dakota's public technical colleges and universities before November 30. . Here is a link with links to all SD colleges/universities application sites: https://ourdakotadreams.com/exploring-colleges/free-college-application-period/
