These two kindergarten friends strike their strongest poses, proudly showing off their muscles and big smiles. One flex says, “I’m tough,” the other says, “I’ve got your back,” and together they’re basically unstoppable. Surrounded by bristle blocks, connecting discs, and teamwork, it’s a sweet reminder that confidence and friendship make the best superpowers.
Classroom K04 celebrated the 100th day of school with a glow party – from glow sticks to dancing to popcorn! What a fun and exciting way to celebrate 100 days of learning and growth. You can check out the “glow” at https://youtu.be/VJhT5MhM5Fc!
On Monday, February 2, Discovery looked like a retirement community! It was the 100th day of school and students dressed up as if they were 100 years old. We had some great looking grandmas and grandpas!
Way to go, Discovery! You’ve already filled five Feeding South Dakota barrels. We’ve got more barrels on the way, so let’s see if we can fill another five! Again, this “Super Bowl Food Drive” is to help stock the food pantry at Feeding South Dakota and to have some fun before the NFL Super Bowl! Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable items such as:
- peanut butter and jelly
- canned chicken and tuna
- cereal, oatmeal, and pancake mix
- canned fruits and vegetables
- rice and pasta
- kid-friendly snacks and granola bars
The last day for donations if Friday, February 6. A BIG thank you to those that have already donated!
- peanut butter and jelly
- canned chicken and tuna
- cereal, oatmeal, and pancake mix
- canned fruits and vegetables
- rice and pasta
- kid-friendly snacks and granola bars
The last day for donations if Friday, February 6. A BIG thank you to those that have already donated!
Classroom 101 has been working on writing fantasy stories! Students wrote about make-believe class field trips. Some of the stories included trips to cookie land, candy land, and outer space!
Enrollment for 2026-27 Learning Adventures Preschool is open now! To enroll, go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/learning-adventures.
Register now for 2026-27 kindergarten! The SFSD’s official online registration is open for kindergarten. There are two registration options. Please submit the correct online registration, otherwise you may have to start over.
- Existing Families: Log into your Parent Portal to complete the registration.
- New Families: Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration .
Also add your incoming kindergartner to our list at https://forms.gle/t8wUR2TqccZ3nyVc9 . This gives you an opportunity to tell us about your child. Lastly, submit address verification, original birth certificate (no copies), and immunizations.
- Existing Families: Log into your Parent Portal to complete the registration.
- New Families: Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration .
Also add your incoming kindergartner to our list at https://forms.gle/t8wUR2TqccZ3nyVc9 . This gives you an opportunity to tell us about your child. Lastly, submit address verification, original birth certificate (no copies), and immunizations.
These classroom 103 boys designed their own glasses during indoor recess. You look SPECtacular, boys!
Future kindergartner? If you have a child starting kindergarten in the fall, please add him or her to our list at https://forms.gle/8CxNdWDZwhzrnbXx5. You will also need to provide: address verification, birth certificate, and immunizations.
On Monday, February 2, complete the SFSD’s official online registration. The online registration does not "open" until Monday. Also, there are two registration options. Please submit the correct online registration, otherwise you may have to start over.
- Existing Families: Log into your Parent Portal to complete the registration.
- New Families: Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
On Monday, February 2, complete the SFSD’s official online registration. The online registration does not "open" until Monday. Also, there are two registration options. Please submit the correct online registration, otherwise you may have to start over.
- Existing Families: Log into your Parent Portal to complete the registration.
- New Families: Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
Former Discovery student, Julia Shanks, visited classrooms 301 and 303. Julia currently attends Jefferson High School, participates in the Miss America program, and started her own small business. Julia shared her pageant and small business experiences with students, along with encouraging students to follow the Explorer Way: Take care of yourself, take care of others, and take care of this place.
Last week, Jefferson High School Music Tour performed for grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Students watched with excitement the performances by show choir, steel pan, orchestra, and band. What an inspiration to our future musicians!
Starting Friday, January 30, through Friday, February 6, Discovery Student Council is doing a “Super Bowl Food Drive” to help stock the food pantry at Feeding South Dakota and to have some fun before the NFL Super Bowl! Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable items such as:
- peanut butter and jelly
- canned chicken and tuna
- cereal, oatmeal, and pancake mix
- canned fruits and vegetables
- rice and pasta
- kid-friendly snacks and granola bars
There will be large bins available for students to drop off donations.
Every classroom will get a tracking sheet to compete for prizes. For every 25 yards (donations), classrooms can earn a:
- classroom shout-out
- pajama day
- visit from Astro
This is a great service-learning activity for students to help give back to the community!
- peanut butter and jelly
- canned chicken and tuna
- cereal, oatmeal, and pancake mix
- canned fruits and vegetables
- rice and pasta
- kid-friendly snacks and granola bars
There will be large bins available for students to drop off donations.
Every classroom will get a tracking sheet to compete for prizes. For every 25 yards (donations), classrooms can earn a:
- classroom shout-out
- pajama day
- visit from Astro
This is a great service-learning activity for students to help give back to the community!
Check-out remote learning in action! Last Friday, school buildings were closed due to the extremely cold temperatures but that didn’t stop the learning. This kindergarten student and these 1st grade students student stayed safe, warm, and engaged in learning!
Friday, January 23, 2026, will be a Remote Learning Day in the Sioux Falls School District!
iPads and Chromebooks were sent home with each student earlier today. We will not have in-person learning in the schools, but students are expected to connect to their Canvas account from home for assignments and learning resources. They have practiced this at school and know what is expected of them.
Additional information for Students and Families can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/wgz62
iPads and Chromebooks were sent home with each student earlier today. We will not have in-person learning in the schools, but students are expected to connect to their Canvas account from home for assignments and learning resources. They have practiced this at school and know what is expected of them.
Additional information for Students and Families can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/wgz62
Do you have a child starting kindergarten in the fall? If so, please:
1. Put your child on our list of incoming kindergartners at https://forms.gle/8CxNdWDZwhzrnbXx5.
2. Submit required documents: address verification, birth certificate, and immunizations.
3. On February 1, complete the SFSD’s official online registration.
1. Put your child on our list of incoming kindergartners at https://forms.gle/8CxNdWDZwhzrnbXx5.
2. Submit required documents: address verification, birth certificate, and immunizations.
3. On February 1, complete the SFSD’s official online registration.
Yesterday morning, 4th grade students enjoyed inside recess. Even though they couldn’t go outside, students stayed active, creative, and smiling!
This week’s forecast screams cold! Please make sure your student is dressed appropriately for the weather: winter coat, snow pants, hat, gloves, and snow boots. We may not have outside recess this week; however, we want to make sure students are dressed for the elements while going to and from school. Please monitor the weather. Attached are two forecasts provided by the US National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, SD, for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Stay warm!
Classroom 101 students have set their goals for 2026. From drinking more water to getting more sleep to spending more time outdoors!
Classroom 205 is enjoying inside recess today!
Classrooms 101 and 106 are working hard in PE class. You can see the determination in every jump, climb, and toss!
