West Central School District 49-7
To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world
Congratulations to 7th grade reading teacher Ms. Maddi Anderson on receiving the STICR award (Safety, Teamwork, Innovation, Character, Respect) in her part-time job from the City of Sioux Falls! The award was presented to her by Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken.
A portion of Maddi's nomination reads: "Madison (Maddi) Anderson's exceptional leadership and innovative thinking have transformed the city's mosquito control program, setting a new standard for public health and operational efficiency. Her success this year was a collaborative team effort, a testament to her ability to lead and inspire. As a full-time teacher and dedicated summer supervisor with the City, Maddi is always focused on education and improvement, inspiring her team to strive for excellence."
Congratulations, Ms. Anderson!
A portion of Maddi's nomination reads: "Madison (Maddi) Anderson's exceptional leadership and innovative thinking have transformed the city's mosquito control program, setting a new standard for public health and operational efficiency. Her success this year was a collaborative team effort, a testament to her ability to lead and inspire. As a full-time teacher and dedicated summer supervisor with the City, Maddi is always focused on education and improvement, inspiring her team to strive for excellence."
Congratulations, Ms. Anderson!
Homecoming week is always full of fun surprises! A few senior girls dressing up as The Lorax today!
Hartford Elementary students joined in the fun of Homecoming Week with some very special visitors on the playground this morning! Between the football action and the cheers ringing across the yard, it was hard to tell who was having more fun. We love celebrating our schools alongside the older Trojans. A huge thank you to the football and cheerleading teams for spending time with our kids today—it truly was a highlight for everyone!
CONGRATULATIONS to the Trojan Marching Band on an incredible weekend at the Festival of Bands! They placed 1st in parade for Class AA and also received People’s Choice. Field Competition: 2nd place for Class AA - putting them in the finals, Outstanding Winds, Drumline and Drum Major! This resulted in an overall 4th place finish - the best in WC school history!
Photo credit: Jessica Evans
Photo credit: Jessica Evans
The Sheep Bus is running behind schedule this morning. In-town stops will be picked up by other buses.
Happy Monday, Trojan Nation! Good luck to the West Central boys' golf team as they start play at the Class A golf state championships in Vermillion. Listed below are the links to be able to follow the participants in their quest for and individual and team state championship. GOOD LUCK!
Championship Central: https://sdhsaa.com/activity/golf-championships/
Entries: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11994066815329261103
Pairings: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11994066815329261103
GO TROJANS!!
Championship Central: https://sdhsaa.com/activity/golf-championships/
Entries: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11994066815329261103
Pairings: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11994066815329261103
GO TROJANS!!
Good morning Trojan Nation! Congratulations to the girls' and boys' soccer teams for qualifying for the Class A state soccer playoffs. The games are scheduled as followed:
Girls' 1st Round: West Central vs. Groton @ Groton, Tuesday, Oct. 7th @ 4:30 p.m.
Girls Bracket = https://gobound.com/sd/sdhsaa/girlssoccer/2025-26/brackets/h20250616072236569786bdcf3619f40
Boys' 1st Round: West Central vs. Freeman Academy @ Freeman, Tuesday, Oct. 7th @ 4:00 p.m.
Boys Bracket = https://gobound.com/sd/sdhsaa/boyssoccer/2025-26/brackets/h20250616074335018f3785ec2fe3647
Good luck to both teams on their quest for a state championship!
GO TROJANS!!
Girls' 1st Round: West Central vs. Groton @ Groton, Tuesday, Oct. 7th @ 4:30 p.m.
Girls Bracket = https://gobound.com/sd/sdhsaa/girlssoccer/2025-26/brackets/h20250616072236569786bdcf3619f40
Boys' 1st Round: West Central vs. Freeman Academy @ Freeman, Tuesday, Oct. 7th @ 4:00 p.m.
Boys Bracket = https://gobound.com/sd/sdhsaa/boyssoccer/2025-26/brackets/h20250616074335018f3785ec2fe3647
Good luck to both teams on their quest for a state championship!
GO TROJANS!!
What a weekend for the band!
On Friday, they attended the Menno Band Festival. They finished 1st place in Class A, received Outstanding Colorguard, Outstanding Drumline, a Sweepstakes Award, and were Drumline Battle Champions.
On Saturday, they competed at the Festival of Bands in Sioux Falls. They had great results there as well: 1st place class AA Parade and People's Choice Award, 2nd place class AA Field Prelims, Outstanding Winds, Outstanding Drumline, Outstanding Drum Majors, Field Finalist, and 4th place Field Finals!
On Friday, they attended the Menno Band Festival. They finished 1st place in Class A, received Outstanding Colorguard, Outstanding Drumline, a Sweepstakes Award, and were Drumline Battle Champions.
On Saturday, they competed at the Festival of Bands in Sioux Falls. They had great results there as well: 1st place class AA Parade and People's Choice Award, 2nd place class AA Field Prelims, Outstanding Winds, Outstanding Drumline, Outstanding Drum Majors, Field Finalist, and 4th place Field Finals!
HOMECOMING BLANKET DRIVE!
Thank you to our FCCLA student organization. On Wednesday, they held a distracted driving presentation for our students. Keloland News was here to do a story on the event, here is the link to their story: https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/a-lesson-about-the-dangers-of-distracted-driving/
Our News Media class made a special thank you for our custodial staff. Thank you custodians! You make our schools shine!
A special congratulations to Humboldt Elementary's September Students of Character. These students received the most Trojan Tributes during the month of September 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): Ada Mae Stofferahn (1st), Alana Passmore (4th), Abi McMahon (5th).
🎉 Let’s hear it for Hartford Elementary’s Terrific Trojan winners for the month of September! 🎉
Throughout the month, students can be awarded a Terrific Trojan for consistently going above and beyond in being responsible, respectful, and safe. Each time a student earns this recognition, their name goes into a drawing for a special monthly reward! This month, we had a donut picnic on the playground!
Way to go, Terrific Trojans! 💙💛
Throughout the month, students can be awarded a Terrific Trojan for consistently going above and beyond in being responsible, respectful, and safe. Each time a student earns this recognition, their name goes into a drawing for a special monthly reward! This month, we had a donut picnic on the playground!
Way to go, Terrific Trojans! 💙💛
Thank you to the FCCLA for their distracted driving presentation for our 8th graders. A special thanks to Hartford and Humboldt Emergency Response teams for playing a role in the presentation.
The middle school celebrated our monthly Trojan Tribute winners this week. The sixth grade winner was Rhyder Sullivan and his guest was Grady Stuessi. The seventh grade winner was Paxton Nielson and his guest was Colton Hollenbeck. The eighth grade winner was Joseph Walter and his guest was Julian Aguilera. Thanks for Big J's for sponsoring the meal.
Congratulations to the West Central boys' golf team! They qualified for the Class A state meet. The team will be competing in Vermillion on Monday, October 6 and Tuesday, October 7. GOOD LUCK! GO TROJANS!!
Today marked our first Trojan Store Day of the year at Hartford Elementary! 🎉
Students were so excited to spend the Trojan Bucks they’ve earned this month by showing respect, responsibility, and safety on fun items and memorable experiences. Their hard work, positive choices, and school pride were on full display—and the joy on their faces said it all!
As we look ahead to next month’s Trojan Store, we’re thrilled to announce new partnerships with local businesses like Air Madness and Sky Zone, as well as area sports teams including the Sioux Falls Skyforce and Stampede!
These partnerships will give our students the chance to use their Trojan Bucks on incredible experiences and opportunities. Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to share what’s coming! 💙💛
Students were so excited to spend the Trojan Bucks they’ve earned this month by showing respect, responsibility, and safety on fun items and memorable experiences. Their hard work, positive choices, and school pride were on full display—and the joy on their faces said it all!
As we look ahead to next month’s Trojan Store, we’re thrilled to announce new partnerships with local businesses like Air Madness and Sky Zone, as well as area sports teams including the Sioux Falls Skyforce and Stampede!
These partnerships will give our students the chance to use their Trojan Bucks on incredible experiences and opportunities. Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to share what’s coming! 💙💛
Congratulations to our 2025 senior homecoming royalty!
Back row (L to R): Josh Wagner, Tate VanOverbeke, Kolte Garry, Adam Johnson, Austin Michaels
Front row (L to R): BreAnn Heider, Taylor Borgen, Abbi Thornton, Kylie Zomer, Whitney Pageler
Back row (L to R): Josh Wagner, Tate VanOverbeke, Kolte Garry, Adam Johnson, Austin Michaels
Front row (L to R): BreAnn Heider, Taylor Borgen, Abbi Thornton, Kylie Zomer, Whitney Pageler
Marching Band results from this weekend:
Friday - Watchdog Band Festival in Beresford, SD
1st Place Class AA Parade
Outstanding Winds
Oustanding Drumline
Outstanding Colorguard
People's Choice Award
Saturday - Tri-State Band Festival in Luverne, MN
1st Place Class AA Parade
People's Choice Award
1st Place Class AA Field
Outstanding Winds
Outstanding Colorguard
Big Sioux Review in Brandon, SD
3rd Place Class AA Field
Friday - Watchdog Band Festival in Beresford, SD
1st Place Class AA Parade
Outstanding Winds
Oustanding Drumline
Outstanding Colorguard
People's Choice Award
Saturday - Tri-State Band Festival in Luverne, MN
1st Place Class AA Parade
People's Choice Award
1st Place Class AA Field
Outstanding Winds
Outstanding Colorguard
Big Sioux Review in Brandon, SD
3rd Place Class AA Field
Congratulations on another win!
