School picture day is Wednesday, September 10 for any students who did not have a picture taken at District Registration Day in August. Pictures can be ordered ahead of time at www.scherling.preorderphotos.com (make up day access code: K79GT3). Picture "retakes" are scheduled for October 28.
Another great day to be a Trojan!
It is great to be back in the swing of things at Humboldt Elementary!
Come cheer on the West Central volleyball team as they travel to Dell Central tonight! Below is the information regarding the games. Good Luck Ladies!!
GO TROJANS!!!
West Central @ Dell Rapids
Start Time: 4:30 PM - C Team
JV and Varsity to follow
We will utilize a rolling schedule.
Game Location: Dell Rapids School - 1216 N Garfield Ave
Entrance Middle School North Doors
Admission: Adults $6 Students $4 - We will have digital ticketing available and we will accept cash entry as well.
Spectator Entrance Middle School North/South Doors
Concessions Available in Middle School Commons
Live Streaming The broadcast will be on
https://bigsiouxmedia.com/dell-rapids/webcasts/
Mrs. Spielmann's class worked in teams to build the tallest free-standing structure with 25 straws and some tape. The focus was to work as a team, and as you can tell by their smiles, it was a TALL success!
The West Central boys' soccer team travel to Freeman Academy tonight. Game information is listed below.
Freeman Academy Vs. West Central Trojans
Soccer Field located on the Freeman Academy Campus Soccer Field
Soccer field address: 900 Cedar St, Freeman, SD 57029
Start Time: Varsity @ 5pm CT, JV to follow
Spectators: Seating is located on the sideline opposite the team benches (east sideline). Spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs and sit along the east sideline of the field. Small Bleachers are also provided.
Admission: Adults-$6.00 Students (K-12) - $4.00
CASH ONLY Concessions will be served
Freeman Academy Vs. West Central Trojans
Soccer Field located on the Freeman Academy Campus Soccer Field
Soccer field address: 900 Cedar St, Freeman, SD 57029
Start Time: Varsity @ 5pm CT, JV to follow
Spectators: Seating is located on the sideline opposite the team benches (east sideline). Spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs and sit along the east sideline of the field. Small Bleachers are also provided.
Admission: Adults-$6.00 Students (K-12) - $4.00
CASH ONLY Concessions will be served
Cheer on the West Central girls' soccer team as the travel to Vermillion tonight!
5:00 pm Varsity Game
1. Fans please enter on the North gate of the football field.
2. Admission: Adults $6.00
Students $4.00
Senior Citizens 65 and older free.
Cash or Credit Card use available. Presale tickets available at https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/vermillion/tickets
Games in the will be streamed on Tanager Streaming https://www.youtube.com/@VermillionTanagers or https://liveticket.tv/vermillion/
5:00 pm Varsity Game
1. Fans please enter on the North gate of the football field.
2. Admission: Adults $6.00
Students $4.00
Senior Citizens 65 and older free.
Cash or Credit Card use available. Presale tickets available at https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/vermillion/tickets
Games in the will be streamed on Tanager Streaming https://www.youtube.com/@VermillionTanagers or https://liveticket.tv/vermillion/
We love it when we get to see the older Trojans!
Some of our seniors came to welcome our Kindergarteners and Junior Kindergarteners on their first day of school at Hartford Elementary and helped them walk into the building!
Some of our seniors came to welcome our Kindergarteners and Junior Kindergarteners on their first day of school at Hartford Elementary and helped them walk into the building!
It was a great first day of school at Hartford Elementary!
We are back in session. Please drive through our school areas with extreme caution. As a reminder, when our buses have the red flashing lights going, it is against the law to drive past them in either direction. Please help keep our students safe.
Hi Parents,
The 2025 season for West Central 7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball is right around the corner! Below is some important information regarding practice, our parent meeting, and required paperwork:
📅 First Day of Practice:
Wednesday, August 20th (First Day of School)
After school in the Becker Center gym (this will be our regular practice location).
👥 Parent Meeting:
Wednesday, August 20th at 5:30 PM
Held in the commons area outside of Becker Center.
We'll go over the season schedule, expectations, and important game information.
📋 Important Reminder – Physicals Required:
Per school policy, no student may practice or participate without a current physical on file. Please be sure your daughter has this completed and submitted to the school before August 20th. This is a firm requirement—thank you for understanding!
The 2025 season for West Central 7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball is right around the corner! Below is some important information regarding practice, our parent meeting, and required paperwork:
📅 First Day of Practice:
Wednesday, August 20th (First Day of School)
After school in the Becker Center gym (this will be our regular practice location).
👥 Parent Meeting:
Wednesday, August 20th at 5:30 PM
Held in the commons area outside of Becker Center.
We'll go over the season schedule, expectations, and important game information.
📋 Important Reminder – Physicals Required:
Per school policy, no student may practice or participate without a current physical on file. Please be sure your daughter has this completed and submitted to the school before August 20th. This is a firm requirement—thank you for understanding!
Trojan fans,
The West Central boys' soccer team travels to Vermillion on Tuesday, August 19th. Below is the information for the game. GO TROJANS!
4:00 pm JV Match
5:30 pm Varsity Boys Match
1. Fans please enter on the North gate of the football field.
2. Admission: Adults $6.00
Students $4.00
Senior Citizens 65 and older free.
Cash or Credit Card use available. Presale tickets available at https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/vermillion/tickets
· Games in the will be streamed on Tanager Streaming https://www.youtube.com/@VermillionTanagers or https://liveticket.tv/vermillion/
The West Central boys' soccer team travels to Vermillion on Tuesday, August 19th. Below is the information for the game. GO TROJANS!
4:00 pm JV Match
5:30 pm Varsity Boys Match
1. Fans please enter on the North gate of the football field.
2. Admission: Adults $6.00
Students $4.00
Senior Citizens 65 and older free.
Cash or Credit Card use available. Presale tickets available at https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/vermillion/tickets
· Games in the will be streamed on Tanager Streaming https://www.youtube.com/@VermillionTanagers or https://liveticket.tv/vermillion/
West Central High School computer pick up is tomorrow, August 19, from 9-5. Come by to pick up your computer and be ready for the first day of school. If you still need to pay your computer fee go here: https://westcentral.revtrak.net/computer-use/
Reminder: Freshmen Orientation is tonight, 6:00-7:30 in the high school auditorium. Parents and students should attend to receive schedules and hear about the opportunities at the high school.
Middle School Football Equipment Check-Out:
Monday, August 11th
8th Grade: 12:00-1:00
7th Grade: 1:00-2:00
Please meet at the concession stand area.
Monday, August 11th
8th Grade: 12:00-1:00
7th Grade: 1:00-2:00
Please meet at the concession stand area.
Elementary Families,
This year, we are making a change to how classroom teacher assignments are shared. Rather than posting class lists at the elementary buildings, you will receive an email this Friday with your child’s classroom teacher assignment. Please note that no lists will be posted at either Hartford or Humboldt Elementary.
We’re excited to welcome you back and look forward to a great school year ahead!
Mrs. Bahrenfuss and Dr. Johnson
This year, we are making a change to how classroom teacher assignments are shared. Rather than posting class lists at the elementary buildings, you will receive an email this Friday with your child’s classroom teacher assignment. Please note that no lists will be posted at either Hartford or Humboldt Elementary.
We’re excited to welcome you back and look forward to a great school year ahead!
Mrs. Bahrenfuss and Dr. Johnson
Please join us for back-to-school open house. Hartford Elementary, Humboldt Elementary, and Middle School open house Monday, August 18th from 5:30-7:00 pm. High School Freshman orientation Wednesday, August 13th, 6:00-7:30 pm.
Important Dates for High School Students:
August 13, 6:00-7:30, Freshmen Orientation
Freshmen students AND parents attend
Freshmen receive their schedules.
New students grades 10-12 are welcome to attend.
August 19, 9:00-5:00, Computer Pick Up
Students can stop in at the high school to pick up their new computers.
August 20, 8:45-3:30, First Day of School
August 13, 6:00-7:30, Freshmen Orientation
Freshmen students AND parents attend
Freshmen receive their schedules.
New students grades 10-12 are welcome to attend.
August 19, 9:00-5:00, Computer Pick Up
Students can stop in at the high school to pick up their new computers.
August 20, 8:45-3:30, First Day of School
HS Students - MacBook Pickup on Aug 19th from 9am to 5pm. Enter the HS via door C and proceed to the Help Desk.
Student registration is now open. Register today!
Dear Parents,
Online registration is now open for returning students (Early Childhood - 12th grade). If your child attended Junior Kindergarten (JK) or Kindergarten screening last spring, please register them as a returning student. If your JK or Kindergarten student did not attend screening, they should register as a New Student and schedule an appointment. Both links are available on our website under "Student Registration."
Returning Early Childhood (EC) students should also register as returning students through the Parent Portal.
How to Register:
Review the Registration Resources
Visit the Student Registration tab on our website at www.westcentral49-7.com or see the attached document for:
Step-by-step registration instructions
RevTrak payment guide
Registration support details
Prepare Your Browser
Close unnecessary tabs to avoid confusion.
Clicking a link within the application opens a new window-n your registration remains open in the original tab.
Complete Online Registration
Log in to the Campus Parent Portal on the Student Registration Tab>Existing WC Families on our website.
Complete all sections of the online registration and click "Save and Continue" on each tab.
Click "Submit" on the final screen to finalize your registration.
Deadline: Registration must be completed by August 4, 2025.
Make Online Payments
Return to the West Central homepage to pay through RevTrak.
Payments must be made before services are provided (e.g., computer fees must be paid before receiving a device).
See the attached fee schedule.
Even if you pre-paid for busing you must still complete that section in the online registration.
Need Help Accessing your Parent Portal?
If you need assistance with your Infinite Campus Parent Portal login, complete this Google Form or visit the Registration Support area on District Registration Day (August 4).
Activity Registration
Activity Registration will be done through "Bound" this school year. Middle school and high school students planning to participate in a Fine Art Activity (Band, Chorus, Oral Interp, Theatre, etc) or a Fall sport must register through Bound prior to the start of the activity and must have all required documents completed and uploaded.
Physicals are required annually. You may upload them into Bound, give to the respective fall coach/advisor, or drop off to a building secretary prior to the first day of practice.
See attached flyer for instructions on "how to register".
District-Wide Picture & Registration Support Day
August 4, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
West Central High School
Get hands-on assistance and access to computers for registration. You can also:
✅ Make payments
✅ Meet with the school nurse, transportation, and food service staff
✅ Purchase activity passes & booster club spirit wear
✅ Learn about school organizations
School Pictures
Scherling Photography will be on-site for 2025-2026 school pictures. All students should have their photo taken for the yearbook and school ID, even if you don't order prints.
Pre-order online: www.scherling.preorderphotos.com (Access Code: W69GF4)
Paper order forms will be available on August 4.
Prices may vary for photos ordered after August 4.
Make-up photo day: September 10, 2025
Important Notes
High School Computers: Available for pickup on August 19, 9am-5pm at the HS Help Desk (next available pickup will be the first day of school). Fees must be paid before pickup.
Middle School Devices: Distributed after school begins.
Busing Registration: Closes August 4. If you miss the deadline, your child will be unable to ride the bus until registration reopens September 2 (based on availability).
Activity Passes: Pick up pre-purchased passes at the Activities Table. After August 4, passes will be available in the high school or admin office.
Nutrition Services:
Apply for free/reduced meal benefits and make deposits through School Café (available on the school website).
You will need your student's 9-digit student ID to create an account.
Questions? Contact Child Nutrition Services at 605-528-6238 or email tanya.thomas-parsons@k12.sd.us.
Thank you for your attention to these important details. We look forward to seeing you on August 4!
Sincerely,
West Central Registration Team
https://5il.co/3mok0 (Informational Link)
Dear Parents,
Online registration is now open for returning students (Early Childhood - 12th grade). If your child attended Junior Kindergarten (JK) or Kindergarten screening last spring, please register them as a returning student. If your JK or Kindergarten student did not attend screening, they should register as a New Student and schedule an appointment. Both links are available on our website under "Student Registration."
Returning Early Childhood (EC) students should also register as returning students through the Parent Portal.
How to Register:
Review the Registration Resources
Visit the Student Registration tab on our website at www.westcentral49-7.com or see the attached document for:
Step-by-step registration instructions
RevTrak payment guide
Registration support details
Prepare Your Browser
Close unnecessary tabs to avoid confusion.
Clicking a link within the application opens a new window-n your registration remains open in the original tab.
Complete Online Registration
Log in to the Campus Parent Portal on the Student Registration Tab>Existing WC Families on our website.
Complete all sections of the online registration and click "Save and Continue" on each tab.
Click "Submit" on the final screen to finalize your registration.
Deadline: Registration must be completed by August 4, 2025.
Make Online Payments
Return to the West Central homepage to pay through RevTrak.
Payments must be made before services are provided (e.g., computer fees must be paid before receiving a device).
See the attached fee schedule.
Even if you pre-paid for busing you must still complete that section in the online registration.
Need Help Accessing your Parent Portal?
If you need assistance with your Infinite Campus Parent Portal login, complete this Google Form or visit the Registration Support area on District Registration Day (August 4).
Activity Registration
Activity Registration will be done through "Bound" this school year. Middle school and high school students planning to participate in a Fine Art Activity (Band, Chorus, Oral Interp, Theatre, etc) or a Fall sport must register through Bound prior to the start of the activity and must have all required documents completed and uploaded.
Physicals are required annually. You may upload them into Bound, give to the respective fall coach/advisor, or drop off to a building secretary prior to the first day of practice.
See attached flyer for instructions on "how to register".
District-Wide Picture & Registration Support Day
August 4, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
West Central High School
Get hands-on assistance and access to computers for registration. You can also:
✅ Make payments
✅ Meet with the school nurse, transportation, and food service staff
✅ Purchase activity passes & booster club spirit wear
✅ Learn about school organizations
School Pictures
Scherling Photography will be on-site for 2025-2026 school pictures. All students should have their photo taken for the yearbook and school ID, even if you don't order prints.
Pre-order online: www.scherling.preorderphotos.com (Access Code: W69GF4)
Paper order forms will be available on August 4.
Prices may vary for photos ordered after August 4.
Make-up photo day: September 10, 2025
Important Notes
High School Computers: Available for pickup on August 19, 9am-5pm at the HS Help Desk (next available pickup will be the first day of school). Fees must be paid before pickup.
Middle School Devices: Distributed after school begins.
Busing Registration: Closes August 4. If you miss the deadline, your child will be unable to ride the bus until registration reopens September 2 (based on availability).
Activity Passes: Pick up pre-purchased passes at the Activities Table. After August 4, passes will be available in the high school or admin office.
Nutrition Services:
Apply for free/reduced meal benefits and make deposits through School Café (available on the school website).
You will need your student's 9-digit student ID to create an account.
Questions? Contact Child Nutrition Services at 605-528-6238 or email tanya.thomas-parsons@k12.sd.us.
Thank you for your attention to these important details. We look forward to seeing you on August 4!
Sincerely,
West Central Registration Team
https://5il.co/3mok0 (Informational Link)
