Word of the day: beltane - an excellent May Day word, representing the ancient Celtic fire festival that marks the beginning of summer, celebrating light, fertility, and the return of life to the world.
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Lunch today is: French Toast Sticks, Sausage, and Potato Cubes
Pickleball tournament 05/02/2026 from 10am - 2pm. Hosted by the Webster Key Club. Registration sheets are in the HS office or you can register the day of the tournament.$10 Dues can be given to Remi Hubsch.
Football Cheer Try Outs will be on Friday May 22nd 8am - 10 am @ the Fit Zone. If you have any questions please contact Jen Keller at 605-265-1482.
There will be a Cross-Country Meeting for all 6th-11th graders planning on running in the fall in Mrs. McCreary's room during homeroom Tuesday, May 12th. Check into your homeroom first and then come. If you are unable to make it to the meeting, please come and talk to Mrs. McCreary.
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.
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:
Monday, May 4th: 7-12 Spring Concert
Wednesday, May 6th: Awards Night
Wednesday, May 13th: Senior Retreat / Seniors Last Day
Sunday, May 17th: Graduation, 2pm @ The Armory
Tuesday, May 19th: Last Day of School, 12:00pm dismissal
Home Room Meetings:
Monday, May 4th: All Member FCCLA meeting
Thursday, May 7th: Grade Check & Builders Club in the HS gym
Friday, May 8th: Student Council Meeting
Bearcat Athletics:
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
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:
**Last day for all books to be turned is May 8th. No more checkouts unless for a class assignment.
2026: LJ
2027: Kelsey F
2028:Rylan H
2029:Quinn M
2030:Tucker, Bennett, Jackson, Maverick, Kalli, Avery
2031:Coen, Kenlee, Tristian, Doug, Elin
2032: Ashley
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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