Thank you for the overwhelming response to our Summer Bear Care program! Due to high enrollment, we’ve reached capacity for the summer...However, if you’d like to still enroll, we encourage you to join our waiting list by submitting an application with a check (which will NOT be cashed unless a spot opens). We ask that this be completed (joining the waiting list) prior to April 17th. With this list we'll be able to a possibly expand to open more slots while assessing staffing needs. We’ll keep you updated! Thanks for your support and please reach out with any questions.
Senior Spotlight on Keaton Preheim!
The Freeman Academy/Marion Winter Sports Awards Recognition will be held at the Freeman Academy Pioneer Hall on Monday, March 24th starting at 6:30. We will recognize all winter sports participants. There won't be a meal.
Follow the links to find your out of town date prom forms. Please have them returned Tuesday March 25th by fax at 605-648-3652 or email them to Amanda at amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us. You will need all three forms filled out. There are two for after prom, one is for the after prom committee and the second one is for the liability release from Air Madness.
Out of town prom permission form: https://5il.co/3b5r2
Post prom permission Air Madness: https://5il.co/3b5r1
Post prom permission: https://5il.co/3b5r0
We are excited to offer yearbooks for the 2020-21, 2021-22, and 2022-23 school years! Relive the memories of these amazing years with your very own copy.
Price: $20 per yearbook
Available for purchase: One, two, or all three yearbooks!
To purchase, simply stop by the main office or call us at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 for more information or if you have any questions.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of history! 📚✨
The 1st grade class did an amazing job creating a puppet show. They wrote the story, built the set, and made their own characters. Their hard work paid off during the performance, and it was clear they had fun working together. It was a wonderful display of creativity and teamwork!
Even though Stampede didn't pull out the win, we certainly did! Thanks for all who ventured out last night to support these kids!
If you've got nothing going on tonight, the Bethel College (Mrs. Epp's alma mater!) Choir will be performing at 7pm at the Salem Mennonite church in Freeman!
Last chance to purchase tickets to tonight's STAMPEDE game! Purchase discounted tickets at the link and support members of the Marion Choir!
https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Marionchoir2
Senior Spotlight on Hailey Stahl!
We had such a great time at Region 1 Honor Band in Scotland today. Good music, brave kids who took on solos, and some laughs along the way! Way to go, Marion Bears!🐻🎶
Today the Bear Care students took a field trip to the Washington Pavilion to watch the Young People Concert.
Young People’s Concerts are designed for schools, homeschools, and families looking for an outstanding educational and engaging orchestra experience.
Lost and Found Table Announcement
The Lost and Found table will be set up at the main entrance of the school from Tuesday, March 18th to Friday, March 21st. Please stop by and check for any items you may have misplaced, please take what is yours.
Any unclaimed items will be donated to the Bear Den or to other areas in need.
If you have any questions, please contact the main office at 605-648-3615.
Thank you!
Scotland School is thrilled to once again host the local Area Band Festival, following its successful reintroduction in 2022!
Today, talented musicians from across the region will come together for a full day of rehearsals and collaboration, culminating in a special concert at 5:00 PM in the Main Gym. The festival features two ensembles: a junior high band and a high school band, each led by an experienced director.
Participating schools include Scotland, Bon Homme, Menno, Avon, Tripp-Delmont, Alcester-Hudson, Viborg-Hurley, Irene-Wakonda, Armour, and Parker. Students were nominated by their band directors for this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and perform alongside their peers.
If you can't join us in person, you can still enjoy the concert via livestream at: https://www.youtube.com/c/ScotlandHighlandersLive
We look forward to an evening of outstanding music—see you there! 🎶
Exploring Light and Vision! 🌈👁️
Today, our students dove into the fascinating world of light and the human eye. We started by creating spectroscopes to discover the colors hidden in white light. They were amazed by how light splits into a spectrum, revealing the vibrant rainbow of colors that make it up!
Next, we learned how the human eye works by making a paper model of the eye. Using a magnifying glass as the cornea, we demonstrated how light focuses onto the retina, helping us see the world around us. It was incredible to see their reactions as they grasped how this complex system helps us perceive everything in such detail!
It’s always exciting when hands-on learning sparks curiosity and wonder. 🌟 #STEM #ScienceFun #LightAndVision #HandsOnLearning #Exploration
Spotlight on Kaleb Karels!
The Marion School's prom date forms need to be filled out and returned by April 11th in order to attend prom. You can submit the completed forms by faxing them to (605)-648-3652, emailing them to amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us, or mailing them to P.O. Box 207, Marion, SD 57043. For more details or to access the form online, click the link https://5il.co/3abes . Be sure to send in your forms on time to ensure your participation in the event!
The Marion School Board has a vision and has set goals for the Marion School building. Although there have been a few "bumps in the road," the goal of updating the school has not been forgotten. Over the past (almost) two years, they have partnered with COOP Architects in hopes of bringing this vision to life. With a lot of hard work, we are hopeful that this summer will bring a renovation project to "refresh" areas of the building and help rejuvenate a facility in need of care and attention. Please click here:https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2501/MPS/5400307/School_Renovations.pdf to review the plans that have been put out to bid. The notice for bids is currently being advertised, with a due date of April 3rd. On April 3rd, the board will open bids and explore the next steps for starting this project this summer. The Marion School District is thrilled about these renovations, and we hope you are too! Please contact Marion's Superintendent, Mr. Brian Brosnahan, with any questions or to discuss the project.
Kindergarten Round up will be on April 9th, 10th, and 11th at the Marion School. Please call the main office to register your student at 605-648-3615 ext.0.
📚✨ Last week, the Marion School District celebrated Reading Across America with a week full of fun and excitement! 🎉 Our Preschool-5th grade students were treated to special mystery readers each morning, sharing beloved Dr. Seuss books. 🎩📖 The kids also enjoyed creating fun Dr. Seuss-themed crafts and projects throughout the week! 🎨✂️ The week wrapped up with a heartwarming Reading Buddies event, where parents, grandparents, and friends gathered to read to each other. It was a wonderful celebration of reading, creativity, and community! 📖❤️ Thank you to everyone who made this week so memorable! #ReadingAcrossAmerica #MarionSchoolDistrict #ReadToSucceed #CommunityReading #DrSeussFun #CreativeKids
