The Marion FCCLA is holding its annual Valentine's Day fundraiser. All orders must be turned in on Monday, February 9, at the end of the day. All proceeds will help families with adoption costs. This is a statewide project for the State Advocacy team this year. All proceeds will go to All About U Adoptions, a Marion-based adoption agency. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Mrs. Pankratz at Anne.Pankratz@k12.sd.us or 605-648-3615 Ext. 230.
Good afternoon. Sorry for the short notice as we were unaware of the livestream possibility but the honor band concert will be live-streamed and will start shortly. Please use this link: https://www.youtube.com/live/VPb3JdqTPCY?si=CftgchHueLSEbHJw
Thank you to AJ and the Tea Storm Chasers for coming to Marion and visiting with our Biol II class!
Congratulations to the Marion One Act actors, crew and directors on being chosen to compete at the State One Act competition! Marion One Act students competed on Monday, January 26 in Madison, SD at the Region 3B One Act Competition. Their performance of "Tracks" by Peter Tarsi earned them another trip to Brandon on Saturday, February 7, at 6:45 to compete in the State B One Act Competition. Four students received Outstanding Acting Awards: Domani Butler, junior, Jackson Donlan, senior, Harli Ross, junior, and Avary Thomas, junior. The full cast and crew are as follows:
Cast
Harli Ross
Kallie Johnson
Jackson Donlan
Aaron Davis
Noah Erickson
Domani Butler
Avary Thomas
Liz Piehl
Morgan Tieszen
Ella Spade
Crew
Harley Schoenfelder
Aydrian McCormick
Aaron Davis
Alex Antinucci
Baily Wong
Madison Hauck
Mackenzie Hauck
Joelle Hawkey
Student Director
Claire Donlan
Directors
Sarah Schanzenbach
Nicolle Timmerman
Heidi Johnson
Marion Bears Perfect Attendance Winners!
Due to the cold winter warning the Marion School will be closed on Friday, January 23rd. Current forecasts aren't showing a warming trend that I'm comfortable with until a bit later in the morning which has led to this decision. With this cancellation, there will be school next Friday, January 30th as this is built into the school's current calendar. Thank you and stay safe during this excessive cold spell!
Four 8th grade and two 7th grade students went to DWU today for Honor Band. They had a great performance, had plenty of laughs, and had a bubble of safety regarding weather. Congratulations to all on a great day!
The DWU 2026 Middle School Honor Band performance has been moved to an earlier time due to the weather. The performance will now be held at 2:30 and can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/live/ZV5-EAdV0wg?si=zjHKWt5epr2CPEjV
The 8th grade class went to Wagner, SD for a middle school career fair last week Thursday! Students were able to explore a variety of career clusters including; healthcare, construction, banking/finance, social work, law enforcement, information technology, photography, and more! It was a good time!
Seniors, looking for more scholarships to apply for? Don't forget to check out Dakota Dreams SD Scholarship Bulletin Board!
Congratulations to our 2nd quarter honor roll recipients. Keep working hard and continue to strive to for success in and out of the classroom! https://5il.co/3tg28
The Marion High School Theatre Department proudly presents "Tracks," by Peter Tarsi, a thought-provoking and dramatic one-act play that invites audiences to reflect on their own life choices and the morals that shape what is considered good and bad.
In this powerful story, a diverse group of strangers find themselves together in a subway station. They have no memory of how they arrived, their watches have stopped working, and they all claim to be in different cities. They then find that there is no way out. Soon after, they learn a startling truth: they are all dead. Faced with the choice of boarding one of two trains, each believed to lead to a different final destination, they reflect upon their lives and confess past deeds they’re not proud of in the hopes they can decide which way the train goes. As the subway train approaches, they must decide whether to stay and ponder or have faith to climb aboard to their unknown destination.
The first performance of this play will take place at Marion School on Friday, January 23rd, at 3:00 p.m. in the small gym. This performance is open to the public. As it is a “dress rehearsal,” no admission will be taken, but freewill donations to support the theatre program are always welcome!
Following the school performance, the cast and crew will represent Marion High School at the Region 3B One-Act Play Competition on Monday, February 26th at 9:00 a.m. in Madison at the Dakota Prairie Playhouse. The top two schools from this region will compete at the State level in February. Community members are encouraged to attend and support these talented student performers as they bring this evocative and gripping piece to life on stage.
In this powerful story, a diverse group of strangers find themselves together in a subway station. They have no memory of how they arrived, their watches have stopped working, and they all claim to be in different cities. They then find that there is no way out. Soon after, they learn a startling truth: they are all dead. Faced with the choice of boarding one of two trains, each believed to lead to a different final destination, they reflect upon their lives and confess past deeds they’re not proud of in the hopes they can decide which way the train goes. As the subway train approaches, they must decide whether to stay and ponder or have faith to climb aboard to their unknown destination.
The first performance of this play will take place at Marion School on Friday, January 23rd, at 3:00 p.m. in the small gym. This performance is open to the public. As it is a “dress rehearsal,” no admission will be taken, but freewill donations to support the theatre program are always welcome!
Following the school performance, the cast and crew will represent Marion High School at the Region 3B One-Act Play Competition on Monday, February 26th at 9:00 a.m. in Madison at the Dakota Prairie Playhouse. The top two schools from this region will compete at the State level in February. Community members are encouraged to attend and support these talented student performers as they bring this evocative and gripping piece to life on stage.
Our horticulture students put their skills to work by recycling a live Christmas tree and turning it into handmade wreaths. 🌲♻️ This project was a great way to talk about plant materials, wreath history, and using what we have—plus the wreaths turned out pretty great! Well done!
Marion Bears Perfect Attendance Winners!!!! Congrats Carson, Meadow, Keaton & Jackie!!!
The Marion Student Council is holding a food drive this week for local support for those in need. Your children may have mentioned this event but we wanted to send this out. It will go through Friday 1/9/26 (flyer notes the 8th but will go to the 9th!). Thank you!
Attention High School Boys ‼️ 📢
Boys State Applications are open for this coming summer!
This is a great opportunity to help our high school students understand and appreciate the American system of government and way of life! Contact Mrs. Yusella for more information if interested!
Boys State Applications are open for this coming summer!
This is a great opportunity to help our high school students understand and appreciate the American system of government and way of life! Contact Mrs. Yusella for more information if interested!
‼️Attention Seniors ‼️
The Build Dakota Scholarship is OPEN! Jan 1st- March 31st- Apply early to secure a sponsor! Stop in to Mrs. Yusella's office for help.
Links for additional information/BD events:
Apply Now
BD Virtual Q&A Event
LATC BD Event Jan 15th
Amanda is out of the office until 1/26/26. Kaye will be here filling in while she's gone. If you need to communicate with the main office please call the school (and if necessary leave a message) as Kaye does not have access to Amanda's email while she's out. We thank you for your help with this until Amanda returns on the 26th.
Hello,
We wish all of our students, staff, families, and community members a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a wonderful New Year! As we move into January, the 2026 Legislative Session will begin. In his recent budget address, Governor Rhoden proposed a 0% increase to public education funding. This proposal would set schools back significantly, as ongoing costs (such as insurance, utilities, supplies, etc.) continue to rise. I encourage you to learn more about this issue and reach out to your District 16 legislators to share your thoughts and support for public education.
Below are three helpful links:
1. Marion School District Website: Includes the email sent to staff and board members outlining how a 0% increase would impact our district.
https://www.marion.k12.sd.us/page/proposed-0-increase-to-public-education
2. School Funding Overview Video #1: https://23d4.edulnk.com/e/9mczs/oUzS9i?$u
3. School Funding Overview Video #2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MRVyifj6mrRib0FheKutbESjB0Z2W_N7/view
The videos (links 2 and 3), created by Louie Krogman, Superintendent of White River, use AI technology to explain how school funding works in South Dakota. They do an excellent job illustrating the challenges districts face when funding remains flat.
We truly appreciate your continued support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Brian Brosnahan at Marion School.
Have a wonderful holiday break!
Brian Brosnahan
We wish all of our students, staff, families, and community members a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a wonderful New Year! As we move into January, the 2026 Legislative Session will begin. In his recent budget address, Governor Rhoden proposed a 0% increase to public education funding. This proposal would set schools back significantly, as ongoing costs (such as insurance, utilities, supplies, etc.) continue to rise. I encourage you to learn more about this issue and reach out to your District 16 legislators to share your thoughts and support for public education.
Below are three helpful links:
1. Marion School District Website: Includes the email sent to staff and board members outlining how a 0% increase would impact our district.
https://www.marion.k12.sd.us/page/proposed-0-increase-to-public-education
2. School Funding Overview Video #1: https://23d4.edulnk.com/e/9mczs/oUzS9i?$u
3. School Funding Overview Video #2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MRVyifj6mrRib0FheKutbESjB0Z2W_N7/view
The videos (links 2 and 3), created by Louie Krogman, Superintendent of White River, use AI technology to explain how school funding works in South Dakota. They do an excellent job illustrating the challenges districts face when funding remains flat.
We truly appreciate your continued support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Brian Brosnahan at Marion School.
Have a wonderful holiday break!
Brian Brosnahan
Help Marion's CTE Program:
Our program must complete various activities and paperwork each year to qualify for Perkins funding throughout the Carl Perkins Federal Legislation and the SD DOE. This funding includes equipment, grants, curriculum, and many professional development opportunities for the CTE teachers and students at Marion School. The state needs feedback on parents' knowledge of CTE programs in the school. This quick survey will take only a few minutes and help us better understand how we can inform you, as parents, about our CTE program. Please complete this survey before January 31. Thank you for sharing your time with our programs.
Please follow the web link below or scan the QR code to access the survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdj31aRTHO4vS3mBEFVzi-N6vkHQzdk0k6H_ZuDtN0lgHdNVw/viewform
Thank you so much for assisting us with this information!
Andy Jensen, Ag Instructor & FFA Advisor
Anne Pankratz, FCS Instructor & FCCLA Advisor
Nicole Hofer-Timmerman, IT Instructor
Our program must complete various activities and paperwork each year to qualify for Perkins funding throughout the Carl Perkins Federal Legislation and the SD DOE. This funding includes equipment, grants, curriculum, and many professional development opportunities for the CTE teachers and students at Marion School. The state needs feedback on parents' knowledge of CTE programs in the school. This quick survey will take only a few minutes and help us better understand how we can inform you, as parents, about our CTE program. Please complete this survey before January 31. Thank you for sharing your time with our programs.
Please follow the web link below or scan the QR code to access the survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdj31aRTHO4vS3mBEFVzi-N6vkHQzdk0k6H_ZuDtN0lgHdNVw/viewform
Thank you so much for assisting us with this information!
Andy Jensen, Ag Instructor & FFA Advisor
Anne Pankratz, FCS Instructor & FCCLA Advisor
Nicole Hofer-Timmerman, IT Instructor
