West Central School District 49-7
To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world
Reminder, on Wednesday, July 29th, there will be a fall parents/coaches meeting for all parents of students that are planning on participating in a fall sport (cross country, football, boys' golf, soccer, volleyball, and cheerleading) this year. Athletes are encouraged to attend with their parents. The meeting will be held in the auditorium starting at 6:00 p.m. A tentative schedule is as follows but is subject to change:
1. Welcome
2. Booster Club Information
3. Fall Kick Event
4. Bound
- Activities Registration
- Activities Passes/Game Tickets NEW
5. Parent/Student Expectations
6. Introduction of Fall Head Coaches
7. Fall Sport Individual Meetings
If you have any questions, please reach out to your athlete's specific coach.
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Student Registration:
If you are a new or returning student, complete online registration. Completing this before August 3rd registration day speeds up your registration process. Here is our student registration link: https://www.westcentral.k12.sd.us/o/wcs-497/page/school-registration
Dear West Central Families,
Please find the attached 2026–2027 Free & Reduced Meal Application. Families may also complete the application online using the link below.
https://www.schoolcafe.com/WESTCENTRAL
Beginning July 1, House Bill 1082 provides that all students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals will receive school meals at no cost.
Even if your family qualified last school year, a new application must be completed each year. We encourage families to submit their application as early as possible.
The number of students who qualify for free and reduced meals directly impacts the amount of Title I funding our district receives. These funds help support important student services, including our academic interventionists and other programs designed to improve student achievement. Over the past several years, the number of qualifying families in our district has declined, and we are currently anticipating a reduction in Title I funding for the 2027–2028 school year.
If you think your family may qualify—or even if you are unsure—we strongly encourage you to complete an application. Your application may help provide valuable resources that benefit students across our district.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this important process and for your continued support of West Central School District.
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4798/Wcs_497/fe7c3f65-5847-4d42-ab99-306af168e277/2026-27-Parent-PacketF-R.pdf?disposition=inline
Please find the attached 2026–2027 Free & Reduced Meal Application. Families may also complete the application online using the link below.
https://www.schoolcafe.com/WESTCENTRAL
Beginning July 1, House Bill 1082 provides that all students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals will receive school meals at no cost.
Even if your family qualified last school year, a new application must be completed each year. We encourage families to submit their application as early as possible.
The number of students who qualify for free and reduced meals directly impacts the amount of Title I funding our district receives. These funds help support important student services, including our academic interventionists and other programs designed to improve student achievement. Over the past several years, the number of qualifying families in our district has declined, and we are currently anticipating a reduction in Title I funding for the 2027–2028 school year.
If you think your family may qualify—or even if you are unsure—we strongly encourage you to complete an application. Your application may help provide valuable resources that benefit students across our district.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this important process and for your continued support of West Central School District.
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4798/Wcs_497/fe7c3f65-5847-4d42-ab99-306af168e277/2026-27-Parent-PacketF-R.pdf?disposition=inline
The West Central School District will be replacing our phone system. Installation is set to begin the afternoon of Monday, July 20th and continue into Tuesday, July 21st until finished. There will be an undetermined period of time as we move the PRI line between the existing and new systems that phone service will be unavailable.
After Tuesday, we will be working hard to get a phone on every desk, but it may take a couple of weeks for 100% completion across the district. Full staff training will not happen until our scheduled inservice days in August, so most voice mailboxes will not be setup until after that training has been completed.
As a result of this upgrade, we've taken the opportunity to reorganize some of our internal extension numbers. When in doubt, press 0 and speak with one of our administrative assistants to get your call transferred to the right person.
After Tuesday, we will be working hard to get a phone on every desk, but it may take a couple of weeks for 100% completion across the district. Full staff training will not happen until our scheduled inservice days in August, so most voice mailboxes will not be setup until after that training has been completed.
As a result of this upgrade, we've taken the opportunity to reorganize some of our internal extension numbers. When in doubt, press 0 and speak with one of our administrative assistants to get your call transferred to the right person.
West Central will be hosting a fall coaches'/parents' meeting on Wednesday, July 29th, at the high school auditorium. Start time for the meeting will be 6:00 p.m. If you have a child that will be participating in a high school sport in the fall, please plan to attend. If you have any questions, please contact Darren Sindelar, AD, at darren.sindelar@k12.sd.us.
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The boys soccer team would like to invite you to their fan gear store. Please follow the link provided, the store is open until July 20th. https://grocottshop.com/shop-1/ols/categories/wc-trojans-boys-soccer
Sign up for the West Central Booster Club Golf Tournament on Friday, July 24th. Information is attached.
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Thinking about playing boys soccer at West Central this fall?
If you've been on the fence about playing, I'd encourage you to give it a shot. Whether you've played your whole life or you're completely new to the game, we'd love to have you be part of our program.
We're building a team that works hard, supports each other, and takes pride in representing West Central. My goal is to create an environment where players can improve, compete, make great memories, and enjoy being part of something bigger than themselves.
If you're interested, scan the QR code below to join our Band app. That's where we'll share information about open fields, practices, meetings, and everything you'll need to know before the season starts.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. I hope to see you on the field!
Coach Zak Fogle
West Central Boys Soccer
If you've been on the fence about playing, I'd encourage you to give it a shot. Whether you've played your whole life or you're completely new to the game, we'd love to have you be part of our program.
We're building a team that works hard, supports each other, and takes pride in representing West Central. My goal is to create an environment where players can improve, compete, make great memories, and enjoy being part of something bigger than themselves.
If you're interested, scan the QR code below to join our Band app. That's where we'll share information about open fields, practices, meetings, and everything you'll need to know before the season starts.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. I hope to see you on the field!
Coach Zak Fogle
West Central Boys Soccer
West Central Boys Soccer Camp registration is now open!
This camp is designed to introduce younger players to the game while also helping older players continue to develop their skills. Camp will include individual skill work, competitive games, and plenty of fun. It’s also a great chance to meet some of the West Central High School soccer players.
Open to students going into grades 3-6 for the 2026-2027 school year, along with any students in grades 7-8 who did not petition up.
Camp Dates: August 4-6
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Location: TBD
Players must register by June 30th to receive a camp t-shirt.
Sign up here: https://westcentral.revtrak.net/summer-camps/#/fo/Boys-Soccer-Camp65
Looking forward to getting out on the field and helping grow West Central Boys Soccer this summer.
This camp is designed to introduce younger players to the game while also helping older players continue to develop their skills. Camp will include individual skill work, competitive games, and plenty of fun. It’s also a great chance to meet some of the West Central High School soccer players.
Open to students going into grades 3-6 for the 2026-2027 school year, along with any students in grades 7-8 who did not petition up.
Camp Dates: August 4-6
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Location: TBD
Players must register by June 30th to receive a camp t-shirt.
Sign up here: https://westcentral.revtrak.net/summer-camps/#/fo/Boys-Soccer-Camp65
Looking forward to getting out on the field and helping grow West Central Boys Soccer this summer.
Our residential construction home auction is tonight, June 15th with bidding starting at 7:00 pm. With the parking lot construction taking place, parking will need to take place off 2nd Street (see map attached).
Coach Lanham will be conducting a free girls' golf camp this summer. Details are on the attached camp flyer.
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Save the Date! Student registration, Monday, August 3rd. Online registration for new and returning students is open (https://www.westcentral.k12.sd.us/o/wcs-497/page/school-registration).
Congratulations to the West Central Trojans softball team for their 3rd place finish at the 2026 Class A SDHSAA Softball Tournament in Aberdeen. Congratulations to Ayla Kramer and Linzie Hoff for being named to the 2026 Class A SDHSAA Softball All-Tournament Team.
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Good luck to the West Central softball team as they compete in the Class A State Softball Tournament in Aberdeen starting Thursday, June 4th.
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Residential construction house open house, tonight, June 1st, from 6:00-7:00 pm. Come check out the latest project. The new home will be auctioned on June 15th. With the parking lot construction, please park in the yellow-highlighted areas.
Good luck to the West Central girls' golf team as they compete in the Class A State Girls' Golf Tournament at Two Rivers Golf Course in North Sioux City on Monday, June 1st and Tuesday, June 2nd.
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Please see summer meal options.
We had the best day wrapping up the 2025-2026 school year at Humboldt Elementary! Six students were celebrated for having PERFECT attendance this school year. Pictured L to R: Rebecca Bruns - 1st grade, Bailey Bruns - 3rd grade, Landon Focken - 5th grade, Mason Poss - 5th grade, Maelee Zens - 5th grade and Brooklyn Johnson - 5th grade.
Starting Thursday, May 21st, there will be NO access to the High School parking lot. All access to the building and parking should take place in the Middle School parking lot on the west side of the building.
Last week three West Central students signed their commitment to become future educators. Welcome to the profession, Emma Voeltz, Taylor Cain, and Madysen Roth!
