Word of the day: abracadarbra- a magical word, often associated with spells.
Happy Birthday to: Jack Shoemaker, Mrs. Bauer, and Mr. Wagner today, Maci Johnson on Saturday, and Courtney Simonson on Sunday!
Lunch today is: popcorn chicken, carrots, and chips
Calling all talented students!
We’re looking for performers for the Snow Queen Talent Showcase, open to all Webster Area students K–12. This is a non-judged showcase to celebrate your unique talents of any kind—singing, dancing, music, comedy, magic, or something completely original.
The event will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the Webster High School Gym. There will be a rehearsal in the morning, and performances will take place during Coronation at 5 p.m. Come share your talent in a fun, supportive environment!
Call or text Kayla Fischer at 605-265-0515 to sign up today.
Deadline to register is November 17th
Congratulations to our Bearcat student-athletes that were recently named to all conference teams!
All-ECC Football - Matthew Mount, Gage Baumgarn
Honorable Mention- Jeron McCreary
Eastern Coteau Conference Co-Defensive Player of the Year - Matthew Mount
All-NEC Football- Matthew Mount, Gage Baumgarn
Honorable Mention- Jeron McCreary, Jack Shoemaker
All-NEC Volleyball - Mallory Steiner
Seniors: Caps & Tassels have arrived, please stop and pick up at the HS office. Cost is $30.
Here is the link for an online store for BBB and GBB clothes. https://bearcatsbasketball2025.itemorder.com/
Webster High School Blood Drive: Monday, November 24 from 10:30-1:30pm in the High School Gym. Appointments are encouraged. Text LIFESERVE to 999-777 or call 800-287-4903. Visit lifeservebloodcenter.org more info
Community Meals: Journey of Faith Methodist Church will be hosting Community Meals every Tuesday and Thursday starting November 4th from 5:30-7pm while supplies last. These meals are open and free to everyone. Their mission is to ensure all of their friends and neighbors have access to a hot meal in these uncertain times. Journey of Faith Methodist Church, 105 East 9th Ave, Webster Community Meals Flyer
$5 Dues for Best Buddies members should be turned in to Keelee Severson no later than Monday, November 24th.
The student council snack shop station is up and running. It is $2.00 for a snack and $3.00 for a drink.
Congratulations to Webster Area MS/HS Students of the Month for October: Courtney Simonson (12th) Kelsey Fischer (11th) Malin Kwasniewski (10th) Remi Hubsch (9th) Vance Tolifson (8th) Brynlee Christensen (7th) Ty Howder (6th)
Dates To Remember:
Monday Nov 24th: Blood Drive in the HS Gym
November 26th-28th: Thanksgiving Break
Homeroom Meetings:
Friday Nov 14th: 9-12 girls basketball meeting in Mr. Bloom's room
All member robotics meeting in the Robotics room
Tuesday Nov 18th: STUCO meeting
Thursday Nov 20th: DSU college rep visit
Bearcat Athletics:
Friday
Basketball Cheerleading Tryouts - Elementary Commons, 3:30
Saturday
Student Council : Mark your calendars! Two Exciting Dances are coming up!
Friday Nov 14th - Winter Formal for grades 10-12
Saturday, Nov. 15 – Sadie Hawkins Dance grades 7-9
Both Dances will feature a black and white masquerade theme so dress your best and don’t forget your mask! Both dances are held at the Golden Age center. Tickets are $8/Single or $10/Date. Use the link below to get pre-ordered tickets! If you are ineligible you will not be able to attend either dance. If grades are passing by the end of homeroom TODAY you will be able to attend.
Thank you for making our school’s Scholastic Book Fair the best fair ever! You all deserve a huge pat on the back! As a result, we raised over $2,700 for our school, which we’ll use to buy new books for our libraries.
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.
Lost and Found:
Honor Roll:
Quarter One
Quarter Two
Quarter Three
Quarter Four
Library Overdue List:
2026:Bailee, Emily, Payton
2027:
2028:Geogia, Malin
2029:Kanye, Peyton
2030:Marshall, Ava, Liam, Shawn, Brittyn
2031: Kailani, John, Lydia, Journee, Lily, Cameryn, Rhys, Harrison
2032: Dylan, Kruz, Kane, Preston, Nowwa, Aaliyah
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
South Dakota Community Foundation Scholarships are open—there are a lot that you may be eligible for as there are over 400 scholarships on this site. You must create an account. https://www.sdcommunityfoundation.org/scholarships
Nov. 1-AGC Construction Related Fields Scholarships: https://www.agc.org/learn/education-and-research-foundation/scholarship-program (If you are going into a construction related field, apply!!)
Nov. 12-Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: Anyone attending a 4-year university in the US is eligible. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Nov. 12-SD Elks Vocational Scholarship: Anyone attending one of the technical colleges in SD. (The application is attached.)
Nov. 14-SD Farmers Union Scholarship-Family must be a member of SDFU. https://sdfu.org/education/youth-programs/scholarships/sdfu-foundation-scholarship/
Nov. 15-USD Priority Deadline for scholarships. Must be accepted and use your portal.
SDSU scholarship portal is also open with a priority deadline of Dec. 1. Must be accepted and use your portal.
Nov. 24-NHS Scholarship—members you will need to register for an account and let me know so I can go in and validate the account. https://www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/
Nov. 30 Safe Driving Scholarship Essay: https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/
Dec. 1 DAR Scholarship for Military Descendents. Attached.
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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
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.
THINGS TO KNOW
Meals: Free / reduced meal application Breakfast will be served if school runs one hour late, however, it will not be served if school is two hours 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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