Dear Families,

With the ongoing federal government shutdown and uncertain economic times, we understand that many families may be experiencing financial challenges. We want to remind you that support is available through the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Program.

If your family qualifies, you will continue to receive these benefits for one year and for an additional 30 days into the next school year, regardless of any changes in your financial situation during that time.

We encourage any families who may be in need to apply as soon as possible. You can submit your application online at:
👉 https://www.schoolcafe.com/WESTCENTRAL

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact your school office.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students.

Sincerely,
Dr. Knight
Superintendent of Schools
about 7 hours ago, Eric Knight
REGION 3 VOLLEYBALL
West Central Trojans vs. Flandreau Fliers

DATE: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
LOCATION: West Central Colosseum, 705 E 2nd Street, Hartford, SD 57033
GAME TIME: 7:00 p.m.
ADMISSION: $6 adult, $4 student (cash or card)
**NO PASSES ACCEPTED**
CONCESSIONS: Open (cash or card)

LIVESTREAM
https://www.youtube.com/@trojantechmedia15
or
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/sd/hartford/organization/26504/west-central-high-school
about 8 hours ago, Darren Sindelar
A special congratulations to Humboldt Elementary's October Students of Character. These students received the most Trojan Tributes during the month of October for being responsible, respectful, and safe in school. Each winner will enjoy Big J's lunch with a friend to celebrate their positive choices. Pictured (L to R): Paxton Johnson (1st), Breauna Sundermann (4th), Melina Tjepkes (5th).
1 day ago, Amy Johnson
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We hope you can join us at Humboldt Elementary on November 11th!
1 day ago, Amy Johnson
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Registrations are open for Destination Imagination. If you child is interested, please click on the link or the QR Code for further information and to sign up.
4 days ago, Darren Sindelar
Destination Imagination Registration Form
Humboldt Elementary welcomed special visitors to the building today! The West Central FCCLA "Teens as Teachers" group took their turn at the front of the classroom to teach lessons about character development. Students were thrilled to learn from their older peers! Thank you, WC FCCLA, for sharing your talents in Humboldt!
5 days ago, Amy Johnson
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Game Day!
5 days ago, Andrew Barron
poster for football
SRBs competed in a pumpkin decorating contest. Which one would you vote for?

Thank you to Ms. Gratz and family for donating the pumpkins!
6 days ago, Andrew Barron
pumpkins
Congratulations to our students of the month! Each of them gets a premium parking pass and either a free mini blizzard for a $5 coupon to at Coffee Cup. This month we celebrated students with fortitude. This month our character trait is honor.

Thank you for the Hartford Dairy Queen and the Coffee Cup for celebrating our students with us!
6 days ago, Andrew Barron
students smiling
Congratulations to the boys and girls cross country teams! They competed in the Class A State Cross Country Meet in Huron.

Girls Team Results:
2025 Class A State Runner-Up
Girls Individual Medalists:
Brooklyn Sundermann - 8th Place
Sarah Johnson - 14th Place
Participants:
Sadie Wuebben - 28th Place
Lucy Rozeboom - 37th Place
Aubrey Borns - 89th Place
Addison Jaspers - 91st Place

Boys Team Results:
10 Place
Boys Individual Medalist:
Peyton Tetzlaff - 2025 Class A State Runner-Up
Participants:
Zach Nielsen - 48th Place
Kyper Hilger - 78th Place
Briar Horn - 81st Place
Samuel Spisak - 107th Place
Brett Boll - 111th Place
7 days ago, Darren Sindelar
2025 Class A Cross Country Medalists
Congratulations to Avery Pressler on her decision to further her education and compete in track & field at Dakota State next year.

GO TROJANS!!
9 days ago, Darren Sindelar
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Track Signing Day
It was a fun mail day today as the rest of Dr. Barron's Boss's Day gift arrived! Ohh...this calls for a spreadsheet!
11 days ago, Sara Jost
Ohhh, this calls for a spreadsheet!
Dr. Barron loves a good spreadsheet!
The 2025 Class 11A State Football Bracket is out! #5 seed West Central will be traveling to #4 seed Madison Thursday, October 30th for a 1st round play-off game. Game time is set for 7:00 p.m. More game information to come.

GO TROJANS!!
11 days ago, Darren Sindelar
2025 Class 11A State Football Bracket
Picture retakes are coming up on Tuesday, October 28th.
You may order these pictures by going to: scherling.preorderphotos.com, using access code: X93GM7.
11 days ago, Sara Jost

Information about the West Central vs. Vermillion Football Game

The West Central vs. Vermillion football game tonight will be streamed on Tanager Streaming: https://www.youtube.com/@VermillionTanagers or https://liveticket.tv/

Admission: Adults $6.00 Students $4.00 and Senior Citizens 65 and older free.

Cash or Credit Card use available. Presale tickets available at https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/vermillion/tickets

The University of South Dakota's (USD) clear bag policy for athletic events at the DakotaDome.

Clear bags: Each attendee can bring one clear bag that is no larger than 12 in x 6 in x 12 in, made of plastic, vinyl, or PVC. One-gallon plastic freezer bags: Attendees can also bring a one-gallon plastic freezer bag, such as a Ziploc bag.

Small clutches: Attendees can bring a small clutch bag that is no larger than 4.5 in x 6.5 in. Bag inspection: All fans and their belongings are subject to inspection at stadium entrances

Spectators will enter the East side of the Dome. Both North and South doors will be open. Vermillion’s section will be the 50-yard line to the south. West Central will be 50-yard line to the North.

When the game is over, plese exit as soon as possible as no one will be allowed on the playing field.

GO TROJANS!!

12 days ago, Darren Sindelar
Support NHS's Hygiene Drive!
12 days ago, Andrew Barron
poster
Volleyball Senior Night is Oct. 27!
12 days ago, Andrew Barron
senior night announcement
Our health, technology, and life skills classes discuss the appropriate use of social media apps and the potential affects of inappropriate use. Here is an article that discusses a potential long-term effect of youth spending time on social media. https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/10/13/nx-s1-5571050/social-media-teens-brains-reading-memory
14 days ago, Mark Rockafellow
There has been a little change in the athletic schedule for Monday, October 20, 2025. The change is as follows:

5:30 p.m. JV/Freshman Football vs. Lennox @ Jim Uttecht Field.

Because of parent/teacher conferences, the game time has been moved later. There will only be one game.

GO TROJANS!!
16 days ago, Darren Sindelar
Here is the bracket for the DAK XII Conference Volleyball Tournament at Elk Point-Jefferson on Saturday, October 18th. Good Luck, Ladies!
GO TROJANS!!
18 days ago, Darren Sindelar
DAK XII Volleyball Tournament Bracket
DAK XII Volleyball Tournament Bracket