The Lemmon High School National Honor Society held their 2026 Induction Ceremony, where they welcomed 10 new members. Congratulations to the new inductees!
SDSU is offering a Natural Resources High School Camp is a great way to gain exposure to the world of natural resources, including fish, plants, wildlife, soils, invertebrates and water. The camp offers opportunities to gain hands-on experiences in natural resource ecology and management. The camp is intended for high school students, entering grades nine through 12 who have a strong desire to learn more about the natural world or who have an interest in pursuing a career related to natural resources.
Some of the included activities are: Bird identification, Lake ecology, Camera trapping, Radio telemetry, Small mammal trapping, Reptile trapping and ecology, Careers in natural resources
The camp is located just northeast of SDSU campus near Astoria, SD. Cost is $300 and financial aid is available.
To register click https://www.sdstate.edu/natural-resource-management/natural-resources-high-school-program-registration-form, or scan the QR code on the poster by the library!
Happy 100th Day of School!
Yesterday we had 15 fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students attend the 2026 SDMEA Festival Choir Program in Mobridge. They sang five songs with students from other schools. Two of our students were chosen for special parts, and one of our students won the rock-paper-scissors game the conductor had them play. Thank you to Mrs. Manalo, families, students, and supporters for helping make this a wonderful event!
Region 8B action tonight in Dupree!
Game time is 5:30 PM.
The Cowboys take on the Ranchers in Game 1 of the night.
See you there!
Game time is 5:30 PM.
The Cowboys take on the Ranchers in Game 1 of the night.
See you there!
Congratulations to Mrs. Kelsey Oliver for being selected as Lemmon School District's 2025-26 Teac her of the Year!
Northern State in Aberdeen is hosting a FREE Tech & Innovation Bootcamp from June 21-25 for students in grades 9-12. Meals & lodging are provided. Students will learn about Coding, Entrepreneurship& Business skills, Digital Content Creation & much more! The QR code to register is on the bulletin board by the library. Registraiton deadline is April 11.
Welding projects from Mr. Barnes' 8th grade class
Recap of Last Week
HSGB fell to Faith Tuesday night in the Region 8 basketball game.
Congratulations to the Cowgirls and coaches on a fun and exciting season!
HSBB fell to Mobridge in both JV and varsity on Friday night.
Boys begin regional play this week!
HSWR wrapped up the state tournament:
The girls placed 6th as a team!
Individual Results:
Quinn Butler — Champion
Lainee Gebhart — Silver Medalist
Sam Dreiske — 5th Place
Natalie Dreiske — 6th Place
Congratulations to all wrestlers on a fun and exciting season!
HSGB fell to Faith Tuesday night in the Region 8 basketball game.
Congratulations to the Cowgirls and coaches on a fun and exciting season!
HSBB fell to Mobridge in both JV and varsity on Friday night.
Boys begin regional play this week!
HSWR wrapped up the state tournament:
The girls placed 6th as a team!
Individual Results:
Quinn Butler — Champion
Lainee Gebhart — Silver Medalist
Sam Dreiske — 5th Place
Natalie Dreiske — 6th Place
Congratulations to all wrestlers on a fun and exciting season!
The LHS Close Up students are seeking to raise money for their trip to Washington D.C. in the spring of 2027 by selling Easter eggs and playing the role of Easter Bunny! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Halie Straight or Kari Odenbach at 605-374-3762.
Link for registration: https://forms.gle/ERyGSa1M5mXoJM2j7
Link for registration: https://forms.gle/ERyGSa1M5mXoJM2j7
Congratulations to our Lemmon Wrestling Crew! ✌🏼 Sioux Falls
Lemmon is bringing home its first-ever 6th place team trophy!
We’re also proud to have four medalists this year:
🥇 Champion – Quinn Butler
🥈 Silver Medalist – Lainee Gebhart
5th Place – Sam Dreiske
6th Place – Natalie Dreiske
Thanks Dani and Leif for the Coverage!
Job well done!
Day 3 - Medal Day
2 in the Finals (Quinn/Lainee)
2 in for 5th/6th (Sam/Nat)
Good to be busy on Day 3!
Once again, catch Leif and Dani on KBJM!
SDPB: https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/wrestling/
SDHSAA: https://sdhsaa.com/activity/wrestling-championships/
Maddie B on the graphics!!
LETS GO COWGIRLS!!
🏀 Final Regular Season Boys Game!
FJ Reeder Gym is the host site—come cheer on the Cowboys!
Game Schedule:
⏰ 5:30 PM – JV Tip-Off
⏰ Varsity to follow
Let’s pack the gym and support our team—Go Cowboys!
FJ Reeder Gym is the host site—come cheer on the Cowboys!
Game Schedule:
⏰ 5:30 PM – JV Tip-Off
⏰ Varsity to follow
Let’s pack the gym and support our team—Go Cowboys!
The LHS Close Up students are seeking to raise money for their trip to Washington D.C. in the spring of 2027 by selling Easter eggs and playing the role of Easter Bunny! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Halie Straight or Kari Odenbach at 605-374-3762.
Link for registration: https://forms.gle/ERyGSa1M5mXoJM2j7
Link for registration: https://forms.gle/ERyGSa1M5mXoJM2j7
And let it begin…
South Dakota State Wrestling Championships!!
Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Our group of Cowboys and Cowgirls will be competing over the next few days!
On today’s schedule: Session 1 kicks off with the first round (9 a.m. MT), followed by tonight’s Session 2 featuring the quarterfinal matches (3 p.m. MT).
Leif and Dani made the trip and will be broadcasting live on our local radio station, KBJM.
You can also catch the action live on South Dakota Public Broadcasting or follow along on Trackwrestling.
Let’s go, Pokes!!
SDPB: https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/wrestling/
SDHSAA: https://sdhsaa.com/activity/wrestling-championships/
2025 Yearbooks are on sale NOW!
Congratulations to Mrs. Renae Gebhart, who has been selected as the District 8 Golden Owl Award recipient. Mrs. Gebhart received this honor on Monday and was presented with a check from Nationwide.
What is the Golden Owl Award?
Presented by Nationwide, the South Dakota FFA, and the South Dakota FFA Foundation, this annual award recognizes outstanding agricultural educators for their dedication to preparing the next generation for successful careers in agriculture. From October to December, students, faculty, and community members were invited to nominate deserving teachers. This year, the award received 187 nominations representing 44 South Dakota agricultural educators. A selection committee then reviewed nominations and chose finalists, including this year’s honoree. The Golden Owl Award also highlights and supports educators who invest countless hours—and often their own resources—into positively impacting their students.
History of the Award
In its first year, the Golden Owl Award recognized agricultural educators in just two states: Iowa and Ohio. Now, eight years later, the program honors an Agricultural Educator of the Year across 15 states. Finalists in each state receive $500 and a plaque, while the overall winner receives an additional $3,000 and the prestigious Ag Educator of the Year trophy. Nationwide also contributes $5,000 to the South Dakota FFA organization through this program.
Why Mrs. Gebhart?
Mrs. Gebhart’s impact extends far beyond the classroom. She consistently goes above and beyond to support her students and community. When a community member faced significant medical expenses, she organized fundraisers to help. During homecoming, when a student could not afford a costume for the parade float, she stepped in to ensure the student could fully participate. Students describe her as patient, kind, and always willing to help—someone who will “drop anything” to support them and serves as a strong role model.
She has also built meaningful relationships with local producers, businesses, and organizations, creating opportunities for mentorships, work-based learning, and service projects. Her efforts have strengthened agricultural literacy and fostered pride in the local agriculture community.
Her impact is evident in the students who leave her program with direction, skills, and a passion for agriculture. Her dedication, innovation, and heart make her truly deserving of the Golden Owl Award.
What's Next?
Mrs. Gebhart is now in the running for the Golden Owl Award grand prize, representing District 8 alongside other district honorees across South Dakota. One finalist will be selected by the state committee to receive the overall award, which includes the Golden Owl trophy and a $3,000 prize to support continued educational efforts. The winner will be announced during the fourth session of the South Dakota State FFA Convention on Wednesday, April 22nd at 8:00 a.m. at First Bank and Trust Arena on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings.
What is the Golden Owl Award?
Presented by Nationwide, the South Dakota FFA, and the South Dakota FFA Foundation, this annual award recognizes outstanding agricultural educators for their dedication to preparing the next generation for successful careers in agriculture. From October to December, students, faculty, and community members were invited to nominate deserving teachers. This year, the award received 187 nominations representing 44 South Dakota agricultural educators. A selection committee then reviewed nominations and chose finalists, including this year’s honoree. The Golden Owl Award also highlights and supports educators who invest countless hours—and often their own resources—into positively impacting their students.
History of the Award
In its first year, the Golden Owl Award recognized agricultural educators in just two states: Iowa and Ohio. Now, eight years later, the program honors an Agricultural Educator of the Year across 15 states. Finalists in each state receive $500 and a plaque, while the overall winner receives an additional $3,000 and the prestigious Ag Educator of the Year trophy. Nationwide also contributes $5,000 to the South Dakota FFA organization through this program.
Why Mrs. Gebhart?
Mrs. Gebhart’s impact extends far beyond the classroom. She consistently goes above and beyond to support her students and community. When a community member faced significant medical expenses, she organized fundraisers to help. During homecoming, when a student could not afford a costume for the parade float, she stepped in to ensure the student could fully participate. Students describe her as patient, kind, and always willing to help—someone who will “drop anything” to support them and serves as a strong role model.
She has also built meaningful relationships with local producers, businesses, and organizations, creating opportunities for mentorships, work-based learning, and service projects. Her efforts have strengthened agricultural literacy and fostered pride in the local agriculture community.
Her impact is evident in the students who leave her program with direction, skills, and a passion for agriculture. Her dedication, innovation, and heart make her truly deserving of the Golden Owl Award.
What's Next?
Mrs. Gebhart is now in the running for the Golden Owl Award grand prize, representing District 8 alongside other district honorees across South Dakota. One finalist will be selected by the state committee to receive the overall award, which includes the Golden Owl trophy and a $3,000 prize to support continued educational efforts. The winner will be announced during the fourth session of the South Dakota State FFA Convention on Wednesday, April 22nd at 8:00 a.m. at First Bank and Trust Arena on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings.
Third Grade students created “Mad Script” Puppet Shows during their Library class. They presented to the Kindergarten students!
Thank you to our food service ladies for the wonderful snack cups they made yesterday!
🤼 Sioux Falls Bound – State Wrestling!
Let’s give our wrestlers a great send-off as they head to Sioux Falls!
📅 Wednesday Morning
After our school walk-through, the team will take a stroll down Main Street at approximately 8:20 AM.
Come out and show your support—let’s send these kids off the right way! See you there!
Let’s give our wrestlers a great send-off as they head to Sioux Falls!
📅 Wednesday Morning
After our school walk-through, the team will take a stroll down Main Street at approximately 8:20 AM.
Come out and show your support—let’s send these kids off the right way! See you there!
