Word of the day: braze - describes someone who is acting, or something that is done, in a very open and shocking way without shame or embarrassment
Happy Birthday to: Rayna Johnson today and Remi Hubsch on Saturday!
Lunch today is: Taco Pizza & Green Beans
Thanks to all who went to the NSU math Contest yesterday. There were 317 contestants and 16 schools.84 tested in the Elementary Algebra category, 85 in Geometry, 80 in Advance Algebra, and 58 in the Senior Math division. Congratulations to Anna Wagner- Honorable Mention in the Elementary Algebra, Bryn Sippel Honorable Mention in Advanced Algebra, and to Lukas Johnson who was 2nd place in the Senior Math division after a tie breaker. As a school Webster was 3rd. Congratulations to everybody!
Webster Swim team registration night will be held at the Webster VFW Sunday, April 19th. New Swimmers @ 5pm, returning swimmers @ 6pm.
The FFA chapter is holding a coloring contest. (Ages PS - adults) The coloring contest is for the FFA animal nursery. They will be due April 24, and sheets are available in the office. When completed please return to Hannah Sonstebo or Mr. Zenk
Drama Club fun day for grades 7-12 will be on Monday, April 20th at 3:30 in the high school library. If you have any questions ask Alicia Garrett in the HS resource room.
Student Council will be hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 22nd in the HS gym. Please sign up to donate with Mrs. Candice.
Hey Prom Attendees! The Prom Banquet sign-up sheet has officially landed in the office, so swing by and get your name on the list. Everyone planning to attend the Prom Banquet needs to be signed up by Friday, April 10th - no exceptions. Webster Area Juniors and Seniors get to dine for free because you've earned it! All out of town and underclassmen quests are absolutely welcome, but their payment needs to be turned in by Monday, April 13th.
The Grand March Program has arrived in the office. Please review your name and initial beside it to verify correct spelling by Wednesday!
Post Prom: Anyone that would like to try the mechanical bull at the post prom party must have a waiver form signed by themselves and a parent. You may use the link to print a copy or there are some copies in the HS office. These forms need to be returned by Thursday April 16th Post Prom Mechanical Bull
If any junior or senior students who are not going to prom, but would like to attend after prom please stop by the HS office TODAY and sign up. All students attending must be at the school by 12:30, nobody will be able to enter after that.
Seniors: Caps & Tassels have arrived, please stop and pick up at the HS office. Cost is $30. Also to stop and sign off where you want your final transcript sent after graduation.
For Class of 2026 & Parents: The Webster Booster Club is selling banner posters again this year. They are $15 each and can be purchased in the High School office. Checks can be made payable to Webster Booster Club. Sales will last through the end of the school year.
Graduation gown hand out will be April 30th from 8:30 - 9:30 in the HS library. If you can't make that time, please contact Chelsea for an alternative time.
Senior Armory Banners are now available for purchase in the HS office. Cost is $50.
Congratulations to Webster Area MS/HS Students of the Month for March: Rylee Mortenson (12th) Alec Garrett (11th) Seth Lesnar (10th) Makynlee Curran(9th) Rynsey Jorgenson (8th) Logan Zakrzewski (7th) Mateo Rodriquez (6th)
Dates To Remember:
Thursday, April 16th: Mid-term Q4
Friday, April 17th: No School, Prom (doors open @ 7:15, Grand March @ 8:00)
Tuesday, May 19th: Last Day of School, 12:00pm dismissal
Home Room Meetings:
Thursday, April 16th: Grade Check
Monday, April 20th: Best Buddies in Mr. Bloom's room
Tuesday, April 21st: Student Council Meeting & Key Club Meeting
Thursday, April 23rd: Grade Check
Friday, April 24th: Slushie Sales
Bearcat Athletics:
Thursday, April 16th: Track @ Milbank, 4pm (dismiss @ 1:30 depart from Armory at 2pm)
Golf @ Hamlin, 2pm (dismiss @11:30 depart from HS at 12:00)
Monday, April 20th: Javelin & Pole Vault Meet @ Home, 3:30
Tuesday, April 21st: Track @ Britton, 2pm (dismiss after 2nd block, depart from Armory at 12)
Golf @ Home, 10am (dismiss 8:45)
Thursday, April 23rd: Track @ Redfield, 10am (depart from Armory @ 7:30)
JH Track @ Elkton, 3pm (dismiss at 12:15, depart at 12:30)
Golf Quad @ Deuel, 10am (depart at 7:30 from HS)
Friday, April 24th: Watoma Relays, 11:30 (dismiss at 9am, depart from Armory at (9:30)
JH Track @ Groton, 2pm (dismiss @ 12:30, depart from HS at 12:45)
Webster Area Bearcat Booster Club - Supporter of Bearcat Student Athletes and Musicians!
If you are a coach, advisor or parent who has an idea of a way that the Booster Club can help, please fill out the request form.
All support and help is appreciated in any way. Membership is encouraged! Your contributions and ideas are important. Booster Club has a vital role of supporting Webster Area Student Athletes and Musicians in their quest for excellence! Requests or Suggestions? Contact Robin Dorsett 605-265-1507
News from the Nurse: This year the nurse will be very particular about administering medication at school. Please read the attached message for clarification.
When to stay home and when to return to school after sickness. News from the nurse
Boys State registration is now open for any interested Junior or Senior boy: https://southdakotaboysstate.org/
South Dakota School of Mines: We're excited to announce that our 2026 summer camps are now open for registration. We'll be hosting STEM day camps for current 7th-12th grade students. Our faculty-led camps give students an immersive pre-college experience in subjects like Biomedical Engineering, programming, robotics, geology, and more. Use the link below to explore camps! https://www.sdsmt.edu/events/education-outreach/summer-camps/index.html
Honor Roll:
Quarter One
Quarter Two
Quarter Three
Quarter Four
Library Overdue List:
2026: LJ
2027: Lola, Kelsey
2028:Malin
2029:Quinn
2030:Brittyn, Tucker, Kloey, Kalli, Jase, Bennett
2031:Doug, Cheyenne, Lydia, Elin, Molly, Easton, Brynlee, Journee
2032: Penny
2025-26 Yearbooks are for sale online!
Here is the link to order online: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A07804700.
JOSTENS.COM/BACKTOSCHOOL
Students & Staff: Please send school activity pictures to Mrs. Larson for yearbook entry!
Check out Mrs. Larsons website for more scholarships click here!
Upcoming Scholarships
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SD College Campus Visit Days: Juniors and Seniors get two college visit days. You must go to the College website to register for the visit days.
Check with Mrs. Larson for upcoming Tech Days and Camps
Juniors ACT Info: https://ourdakotadreams.com/k12-students/pre-college-testing/
Attendance Awareness Campaign by the SD DOE: https://doe.sd.gov/attendance/ Check out the Truancy Awareness website to learn more about how absences can affect your student.
Free online tutoring for k-12 students has launched. For more information and how to register go to Our Dakota Dreams: https://ourdakotadreams.com/launch-your-dream/online-tutoring-program/.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Bethesda Nursing Home: Looking for CNA applicants 16 and older, will train for certification.
Mike’s Jack and Jill is looking for part-time deli workers. Please visit the store for more information.
Lakeside Construction and Masonry is looking for someone interested in learning/helping with the construction management side of the business in the office. Duties include labeling plans, working through submittals, and spec books. If interested, you can contact Jason Benike at 605-880-5830.
Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your after‑school time or summer break? Knapp & Play Learning Center is searching for energetic, creative, and dependable students who love working with kids! Join our team and help make afternoons and summers full of learning, laughter, and play. This position will require a background check, some brief online training and CPR certification which we help new hires obtain. Applicants must be 16 or older. Use this link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNpoQbYWHjEvy-epF8pgeZZwaNyjriF_DYy1lEMOX2HkLs7g/viewform
THINGS TO KNOW
Meals: Free / reduced meal application Breakfast will be served if school runs late.
Federal Regulation: Due to federal regulations, drinks other than water and milk are not allowed in the lunchroom for students.
Receive the Daily Announcements by Email: If you are interested in receiving the daily Webster Area High School Announcements by email, please click here and follow the instructions. If you have questions, please call the high school office at (605) 345-3548.
Free Tutoring: Online Tutoring for K-12 Students | Our Dakota Dreams
Student Accident Insurance: Student accident insurance provides financial assistance with your out-of-pocket medical expenses when your student sustains an accidental bodily injury. Available for all students PS-12. The Webster Area School no longer receives the insurance envelopes to distribute to students. It is all online. Student Accident Insurance flyer
Message Regarding School Deliveries: The school is NOT accepting deliveries from flower shops, please make other arrangements and do not request the businesses to deliver to the school.
Go to bearcats.tv to watch extracurricular events!
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