School News-n-Notes
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School Notes 2-21-26
Agriculture education, important announcementsFFA Career Development Events:National FFA Week is approaching (February 22-28) and Huron members can be heard on the radio and will be visiting the 8th graders to promote agriculture and FFA. We have been busy practicing for Career Development Events which begin in March. Around 30 Huron…
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2026 Cherry Prom royalty
Sunday was Huron High School’s Cherry Prom. Students dressed up and danced the night away.
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Speech and Debate competes in Rushmore Challenge
HARRISBURG –– The Huron High School Speech and Debate team competed at Harrisburg’s Rushmore Challenge on Friday and Saturday. The competition wrapped up the regular season for the team. In JV Public Forum debate, the team of Aubrey Zaw and Michelle Le made quarter finals. In Dramatic oral interp, Emmersyn…
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Dusty Johnson campaign holds school forum during stop in Huron
by Benjamin Chaseof the Plainsman HURON –– US Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) visited Huron Monday as he toured the state, campaigning for the Republican nomination for governor during his time home from Congressional duties. He hosted Huron School District Superintendent Dr. Kraig Steinhoff, Huron School Board President Tim Van Berkum,…
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FFA advisers do more than teach, they inspire
By Lura RotiFor South Dakota Farmers Union Each year hundreds of South Dakota students learn about agriculture and are inspired to lead and serve by the efforts of their agriculture education teachers/FFA advisers. During FFA Week 2026, (Feb. 21-28) South Dakota Farmers Union would like to thank these men and…
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School Notes 2-14-26
HS mathLately, students have turned problem-solving into an interactive experience. Mrs. Alves’ Sheltered Pre-Algebra students teamed up with Mrs. Fitzgerald’s Honors Algebra 2 students for a lively game of JENGA, using each move to review and solve equations. The collaborative activity showcased peer teaching at its finest, with students explaining…
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JVC one-act play receives superior rating
BRANDON –– James Valley Christian School’s one act play “Anne of Green Gables” cast and crew received a Superior ranking at the State Festival held in Brandon last weekend! Other awards received included Superior Performers: Belle Niederbaumer, Anne; Audri Hohm, Marilla Cuthbert, and Giddeon Waldner, Matthew Cuthbert. The crew also received…
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Fundraising efforts to restore Steinway piano at High School underway
A piece of Huron’s musical history is taking center stage as the Huron High School Music Department launches a fundraising effort to refurbish its 106-year-old Steinway Grand Piano. The Steinway, originally built in 1920, has served generations of Huron students and performers. The instrument was last partially restored in 2001…
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Holy Trinity students celebrate Laura Ingalls birthday
Holy Trinity School 2nd graders celebrated Laura Ingalls birthday with a Little House Day. They wrote on slates, had a Spelling Bee, practiced cursive, did some sewing, played checkers, paper dolls, and hide the thimble. They also enjoyed a picnic style lunch in the classroom. In the spring, they will take…
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Farmers Union launches collegiate clubs
By Lura RotiFor South Dakota Farmers Union Abby Kolousek grew up in Farmers Union. She attended camps and a D.C. Fly-In with her parents Scott and Amber. When she learned there was an opportunity to continue her involvement at the collegiate level, she was eager to engage. “I saw this…
