West Central School District 49-7
To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world
🎨✨ Celebrating Our PBIS Art Contest Winners! ✨🎨
The West Central District PBIS Committee is proud to recognize our talented student artists!
👏 Congratulations to Alana Passmore, 5th grade, Lyla Tjepkes, 4th grade, and Joelle Zimmer, 4th grade. Their artwork was selected for creatively showcasing all of our Trojan 3 B’s:
⭐ Be Responsible
⭐ Be Respectful
⭐ Be Safe
Their designs will be featured on pamphlets at upcoming sporting and music events and displayed on the video board at district events to help promote the 3 B's to the community.
With over 30 unique and beautiful submissions, this was no easy decision. West Central is proud of our many talented students! 💙💛
The West Central District PBIS Committee is proud to recognize our talented student artists!
👏 Congratulations to Alana Passmore, 5th grade, Lyla Tjepkes, 4th grade, and Joelle Zimmer, 4th grade. Their artwork was selected for creatively showcasing all of our Trojan 3 B’s:
⭐ Be Responsible
⭐ Be Respectful
⭐ Be Safe
Their designs will be featured on pamphlets at upcoming sporting and music events and displayed on the video board at district events to help promote the 3 B's to the community.
With over 30 unique and beautiful submissions, this was no easy decision. West Central is proud of our many talented students! 💙💛
The 8th-grade students of the month for West Central Middle School are eager to learn and are self-motivated. They willing put in the required effort and exhibit persistence and consistency. They demonstrate respect and responsibility and learn both independently and in groups. The 8th-grade team is pleased to recognize the following students of the month for October:
Sadie Wuebben, daughter of Jeremy and Bobi Wuebben of Hartford
Paxton Smith, son of Nicholas and Peggy Smith of Hartford
Others nominated:
Ryan Lee, Sophia Rehder-Wright, Jace Schaefer, Mason Nester
Each quarter, the 8th-grade team nominates four students who exhibit positive character traits such as honesty, respect, responsibility, kindness, and gratitude. We are grateful to acknowledge the following students as our 1st Quarter Students of Character:
Jackson Jaspers, son of Grant and Rebecca Jaspers of Hartford
Jerry Longhenry, son of Paul and Rachel Longhenry of Montrose
Brynnlee Glanzer, daughter of Brodie and Jordon Glanzer of Humboldt
Kaylee Roth, daughter of Casey and Dana Roth of Sioux Falls
GRIT can be short for four words: growth, resilience, integrity, and tenacity. GRIT isn't talent. GRIT isn't luck. Students with GRIT keep pressing on when it would be easier to give up. The 8th-grade team is happy to announce the October students of GRIT:
Back row: Hailey Oas - Reading, John Fisher - Physical Education,
Dominic Leuning - Language Arts, Erin Kennedy - History and Physical Education
Front row: Kassidy Ingalls - Science, Corbin Knudtson - Math, Axel Lanham - Reading, Chase Mebius - Reading, Hunter Jenkins - Algebra
Sadie Wuebben, daughter of Jeremy and Bobi Wuebben of Hartford
Paxton Smith, son of Nicholas and Peggy Smith of Hartford
Others nominated:
Ryan Lee, Sophia Rehder-Wright, Jace Schaefer, Mason Nester
Each quarter, the 8th-grade team nominates four students who exhibit positive character traits such as honesty, respect, responsibility, kindness, and gratitude. We are grateful to acknowledge the following students as our 1st Quarter Students of Character:
Jackson Jaspers, son of Grant and Rebecca Jaspers of Hartford
Jerry Longhenry, son of Paul and Rachel Longhenry of Montrose
Brynnlee Glanzer, daughter of Brodie and Jordon Glanzer of Humboldt
Kaylee Roth, daughter of Casey and Dana Roth of Sioux Falls
GRIT can be short for four words: growth, resilience, integrity, and tenacity. GRIT isn't talent. GRIT isn't luck. Students with GRIT keep pressing on when it would be easier to give up. The 8th-grade team is happy to announce the October students of GRIT:
Back row: Hailey Oas - Reading, John Fisher - Physical Education,
Dominic Leuning - Language Arts, Erin Kennedy - History and Physical Education
Front row: Kassidy Ingalls - Science, Corbin Knudtson - Math, Axel Lanham - Reading, Chase Mebius - Reading, Hunter Jenkins - Algebra
Good Luck to the West Central Trojans volleyball team! They travel to Baltic to take on Lennox in the SoDak 16. Start time for the game is 7:00 p.m. If you can't make the game, tune into Big Sioux Media to watch the game:
https://www.youtube.com/live/BAcYs7IIInQ
GO TROJANS!!
💙🤍 Trojan Pride Beyond the Classroom! 💙🤍
Our PBIS team is excited to partner with our local community to recognize students who demonstrate Trojan pride outside of school!
Being Safe, Responsible, and Respectful isn't just something we practice at school. These are lifelong skills that extend far beyond the walls of our classrooms!
A big THANK YOU to Hartford Pizza Ranch for partnering with us and recognizing Bennett for demonstrating kindness, patience, and respect while visiting their restaurant!
We love seeing our students put the Trojan 3 B's into action throughout our community, and we are grateful for community partners who help us celebrate them!
Way to go, Bennett! Keep spreading that Trojan pride! 💙🤍
Our PBIS team is excited to partner with our local community to recognize students who demonstrate Trojan pride outside of school!
Being Safe, Responsible, and Respectful isn't just something we practice at school. These are lifelong skills that extend far beyond the walls of our classrooms!
A big THANK YOU to Hartford Pizza Ranch for partnering with us and recognizing Bennett for demonstrating kindness, patience, and respect while visiting their restaurant!
We love seeing our students put the Trojan 3 B's into action throughout our community, and we are grateful for community partners who help us celebrate them!
Way to go, Bennett! Keep spreading that Trojan pride! 💙🤍
West Central Educators Rising Chapter wrapped up Fall Learning Expos this month! Students enjoyed learning about Dakota Wesleyan University and South Dakota State Universities education programs. Some highlights from the trips included learning how to arrange future classrooms, panels from aspiring and new teachers, visits to the Fishback Center for Early Childhood Education, and of course, SDSU Ice Cream.
Counseling Corner with Mrs. Sydow
Due to the wet field conditions, the Class A Semi-Finals West Central vs. Lennox football game will be moved to Dakota State University. Start time of the game will be 7:00 p.m.
GO TROJANS!!
Hartford Elementary celebrated our October Terrific Trojans with a little pie... in the face! 🥧😂
Each Terrific Trojan had the opportunity to pie Mrs. Bahrenfuss in the face! It was definitely a celebration filled with lots of laughs, big smiles, and memories made!
Congratulations to our October Terrific Trojans! We are so proud of you! 💙💛
Each Terrific Trojan had the opportunity to pie Mrs. Bahrenfuss in the face! It was definitely a celebration filled with lots of laughs, big smiles, and memories made!
Congratulations to our October Terrific Trojans! We are so proud of you! 💙💛
Middle School Health class - Hands only CPR
8th Grade artists have been working hard on their Zentangle Name projects! Students have been learning how to use excellent craftsmanship as they practice colored pencil shading techniques and zentangle designs.
Mark Your Calendars! We would love for you to join us on November 11 at 9am for the Humboldt Elementary Veteran's Day Program!
What a season for West Central Youth Football!
West Central had two 5th/6th grade teams face off in the Tier 1 (highest division) Championship Game on Sunday, showcasing the talent and dedication of our young athletes.
The team coached by Justin Kubesh captured the championship with a 20-0 victory, finishing the season with an outstanding 8-1 record while allowing only 6 touchdowns all season.
The other West Central team also had an incredible year, finishing with a 7-2 record and allowing just 7 touchdowns throughout the season.
We are proud of the hard work, sportsmanship, and determination displayed by all of these athletes and coaches. Congratulations on an amazing season and representing West Central with excellence!
West Central had two 5th/6th grade teams face off in the Tier 1 (highest division) Championship Game on Sunday, showcasing the talent and dedication of our young athletes.
The team coached by Justin Kubesh captured the championship with a 20-0 victory, finishing the season with an outstanding 8-1 record while allowing only 6 touchdowns all season.
The other West Central team also had an incredible year, finishing with a 7-2 record and allowing just 7 touchdowns throughout the season.
We are proud of the hard work, sportsmanship, and determination displayed by all of these athletes and coaches. Congratulations on an amazing season and representing West Central with excellence!
Congratulations to Humboldt Elementary October Students of Character.
Congratulations to the October Students of the Month! Thank you to Kwik Star for donating gift cards for our winners.
Our kitchen staff brought some fun to lunch today!
We celebrated our October Trojan Tribute meal winners. The winner and a friend enjoyed pizza from Pizza Ranch, our October sponsor, on October 27.
Our celebrants include: 6th grade-Keighlor Abbas and Arayah Goebel; 7th grade-Makenzie Bruske and Harper Lesner; 8th grade-Jerry Longhenry and Julian Lundberg.
Our celebrants include: 6th grade-Keighlor Abbas and Arayah Goebel; 7th grade-Makenzie Bruske and Harper Lesner; 8th grade-Jerry Longhenry and Julian Lundberg.
Mrs. Pope’s 7th Grade History students became historical detectives as they investigated the Boston Massacre! Students examined evidence and eyewitness statements at the crime scene outside the King Street Customs House in Boston to piece together what happened on that fateful night in 1770.
The West Central Middle School Door Decorating Contest is almost over!
Our students and advisory teachers have done an amazing job transforming their doors/walls this year. The judges will make their final decision tomorrow with completed photos to come!
Our students and advisory teachers have done an amazing job transforming their doors/walls this year. The judges will make their final decision tomorrow with completed photos to come!
West Central Trojans vs. Dakota Valley Panthers
Class A State Quarterfinals Football
Location: West Central High School
Start Time: 7:00 p.m.
Admission - This is a state play-off game. Passes will not be accepted.
Adults: $7.00
Students: $5.00
Adults 65 year and older: Free
Link for buys advanced tickets:
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20260915091710098b9c59888450c45/checkout
GO TROJANS!!
Class A State Quarterfinals Football
Location: West Central High School
Start Time: 7:00 p.m.
Admission - This is a state play-off game. Passes will not be accepted.
Adults: $7.00
Students: $5.00
Adults 65 year and older: Free
Link for buys advanced tickets:
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20260915091710098b9c59888450c45/checkout
GO TROJANS!!
A big thank you to 7 Brew Coffee in Sioux Falls for brightening our morning!
A month ago, one of our staff members signed us up for 7 Brew's community coffee giveaway, and today we were excited to receive free coffee for our staff from their new Arrowhead Parkway location.
We appreciate their generosity and support of our West Central community. It was a wonderful way to start the day and put a smile on our staff's faces!
Be sure to check out their new location and join us in thanking them for their kindness. ☕