Todd County School District

Join us Friday for this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi with April Matson! April Matson (They/Them) identifies as Two-Spirit and is an enrolled member of the Sicangu Lakota Oyate and the Tanana Athabaskan Tribe of Alaska. They became the Executive Director of Rock The Rez in 2019, focusing on expanding the program in order to bring music and art to more youth and their families. Their mission? To bring the transformative power of music and art to more youth and their families. Rock The Rez is more than just a rock music camp. It’s a space for Indigenous girls, Two-Spirit, and gender diverse youth to express themselves, learn, and grow. Currently, the rhythm of Rock The Rez echoes in Pine Ridge, SD and Rosebud, SD. But who knows where the music will take us next? From growing up in Rapid City, SD to now living in Minneapolis, MN with their two children, April’s journey is a testament to the power of music and the importance of cultural identity.

Mapping Your Future has scheduled two Zoom meetings for South Dakota students, parents, and educators. The Zoom meetings will provide important information and tips about completing the FAFSA, as well as time for individual questions. Students, parents, and educators are invited to register to join Mapping Your Future for these presentations and question and answer sessions. Register: Tuesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. Central Friday, April 19 at 11 a.m. Central For FAFSA questions or to schedule an individual presentation for your students, contact the Mapping Your Future staff at feedback@mappingyourfuture.org or (800) 374-4072. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: 2024-25 FAFSA Tips and Questions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: 2024-25 FAFSA Tips and Questions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

There will be no activity buses tonight April 16th.

There will be no activity buses tonight April 15th.

The Board of Education and admin retreat schedule for 4:30pm has been postponed, due to the impending weather.

📢 Attention all! The Elementary Track Meet scheduled for this Wednesday has been moved to April 23rd due to anticipated strong winds 🌬️.

Join us today for this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi with Lisa and Arlo Iron Cloud. Join them for a conversation about the importance of communication in families and how healthy communication benefits kids and grown-ups alike. Use the link to access the video - https://youtu.be/QwZwvDpdjG8?si=MkdgGg-Fv-1uB84T

Join us this Friday for this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi with Lisa and Arlo Iron Cloud. Over the past five years, Lisa and Arlo have embarked on a journey of immersive exploration into Lakota culture, philosophy, and traditional cuisine. This endeavor has become a family affair, as they actively seek to forge connections with elders, historians, educators, food enthusiasts, families, and younger generations eager to rediscover and strengthen their cultural heritage as Indigenous individuals navigating a western world. Join them for a conversation about the importance of communication in families and how healthy communication is beneficial for kids and grown-ups alike.

All Todd County Schools will have a 10 am late start tomorrow, April 2nd.

📢 Attention TCSD Families: All TCSD schools will have a late start at 10:00 AM tomorrow. Instructional staff, please report by 9:30 AM. Please plan accordingly. Stay safe and warm! ❄️🕙 #TCSD #SchoolDelay

All 12-month employees will be granted admin leave for this afternoon, Monday, March 25. Please stay safe and warm.

🌨️ Weather Update: Due to anticipated winter weather, we have decided to close school tomorrow Monday, March 25th. All 12-month staff report at noon. Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy an unexpected day off! ☕📚🌨️

The regular scheduled school board meeting for Monday, March 25th has been rescheduled to Wednesday, March 27th at 4:00PM

For this week's Iyokpiya Waunspepi we have Whitnee Coy from the Community and Family Services division of Black Hills Special Services reading of "Be a Good Ancestor" by Leona and Gabrielle Prince, members of the Lake Babine Nation and Beaver Clan. We encourage you to ask your children these reflection questions after watching the video. 1. In what ways are you a "good ancestor"? 2. How do you show Lakota values daily in the activities you do and behaviors you show to yourself and the world around you? Use the link to access the video- https://youtu.be/XhtYaac47E0

Join us tomorrow, March 22nd for a virtual reading of "Be a Good Ancestor" by Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince, members of the Lake Babine nation and Beaver Clan. Whitnee Coy, from the Community Family Services division of Black Hills Special Services will be reading this wonderful book in partnership with the SD Statewide Family Engagement Center.

📢 Attention High School Parents! 📢 We have important news for parents of high school juniors and seniors! If your child did not take the Smarter Balanced test previously, they will have the opportunity to do so this year. Students will take the test on Wednesday 3/27, please be at school by 8:30. What Can You Do? Encourage your child to try their best. Ensure they get plenty of rest before test days. Remind them to come to school on testing days. Let’s support our students as they take this important step in their academic journey! 📚🔍

🎲🎉 Thank You for an Incredible Family Game Night at TCES! 🎉🎲 Especially our Community Partners! Rosebud Sioux Tribe - PIYA MANI OTIPI Rosebud Siċaŋġu Tribal Education Department- Building Bridges Initiative South Dakota Department of Social Services South Dakota Suicide Prevention Mike Marshall Stay tuned for more fun events, and let’s keep the game night spirit alive! 🎲🌟

Come and join us at TCES for our District-Wide Family Game Night! We have free books, door prizes, and Lakota Games with Mike Marshall!

TCHS Track Season Training has begun. https://youtu.be/BI2ySwvs3uc?si=-va9ikYh3ZCjC8ae

Bus Route Update 3/11. B 39 will be picking up St. Francis and West St. Francis. B1 will replace b-57 on the Okreek route this morning. - TCSD Transportation 605-856-3509