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Step into the hills of Austria and join us for a timeless tale of music, family, and courage! 🏔️✨
Our talented high school drama department is proud to present: The Sound of Music!

Dates: April 23 & 24 🗓️
Time: 7:00 PM 🕖
Location: Spearfish High School Auditorium 📍
Admission: $6 Adults | $4 students | Activity passes accepted

Come support our hardworking students and enjoy iconic songs you know and love. We can’t wait to see you in the audience for this unforgettable evening of theater! 🎟️👏

5 months ago, Sarah Popkes
The Sound of Music
Join us tonight, April 13th, as the Spearfish Middle School and High School band department presents a night of rhythm, musical storytelling, and pure talent! 🎶🔥🎷
From the bright punch of the trumpet section to the smooth, steady groove of the rhythm section - it’s a night designed to transport you straight to a downtown jazz club!

🕗 Concert starts at 7pm.
📍 Located in the SHS Commons Area

Come support these incredible student musicians as they bring the electric energy to the SHS Commons tonight! 👏
6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
MS/HS Night Of Jazz

REMINDER: Today, April 13th, is a PLC Day.
School will dismiss at 2:30.

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
PLC Day

We are thrilled to invite our students to the Spearfish High School Career Fair!

This is a premier opportunity for students to connect with over 38 local businesses and organizations looking for the next generation of leaders, interns, and employees. 🌟

When: Thursday, April 9th
Where: SHS Auxiliary Gym
All high school students are required to attend the Career Fair.

Students should attend during their grade’s designated time:
🎓 Seniors: 1:35 PM – 2:00 PM
📝 Juniors: 2:00 PM – 2:25 PM
🎒 Sophomores: 2:25 PM – 2:50 PM
👟 Freshmen: 2:50 PM – 3:15 PM

We can’t wait to see our students taking this exciting step toward their future. 🙌✨

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
Career Fair

🌹✨ Diamonds are Forever: Prom 2026 🌹✨
We are thrilled to welcome our students & their guests to this year’s Prom on Saturday, April 11th.
This evening is a highlight of the school year, designed to provide a safe, elegant, & celebratory environment for our school & community!
Event Schedule:
For students, parents, guardians, & family members looking to capture the moment to start the night:
✅ 6:15 PM | Early Arrival: Doors open at the Main Gym for professional and candid photos.
✅ 7:30–8:45 PM | The Grand March: Families are encouraged to attend & cheer on our students as they make their formal entrance in the Main Gym.
✅ 9-11 PM | The Dance: The celebration moves to the Commons! Students will enjoy a night of music and memories in a supervised, secure setting.
Ticket & Guest Details:
🎟 SHS Students: Admission is FREE to all SHS students attending.
🎟 Visiting Students: Guests from other schools are welcome for a $25 fee. (Please ensure guest forms are completed in advance).
Important Entry & Parking Reminders:
Please follow the directional signs posted around the building for a smooth arrival:
🏠 Parents: Please enter through the West Auxiliary Gym doors.
🎒 Students: Please enter through the North Auxiliary Gym doors.
🚗 Parking: Please use the designated visitor lots to ensure smooth traffic flow for all families.

We look forward to a spectacular evening celebrating the hard work and spirit of our SHS students!

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
Prom 2026 - April 11th
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6 months ago, Spearfish School District 40-2
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This week starts Easter Break!! 🌷🐣
There will be no school starting Friday, April 3rd through Monday, April 6th.
🗓️ Break Dates: April 3 – April 6
🏫 School Resumes: Tuesday, April 7

Have a safe and wonderful holiday break! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday!

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
Easter

📢 Attention Juniors! 📝
This is a reminder that all 11th-grade students will be taking the ACT Test tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31st.
⌚Time: 8:15 AM – 12:45 PM
📍Location: Report directly to your assigned testing rooms (check classroom doors for where to report!).

Quick Tips for Success:
✅ Get a good night's sleep.
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast.
✅ Bring a positive attitude—you’ve worked hard for this!

Good luck, Juniors! You’ve got this! ✨

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
Junior ACTs

📅 Calendar Alert: Friday, March 27 — End of 3rd Quarter.
🎒 STUDENTS: Check your Campus Student for any missing assignments!

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
End of 3rd Quarter

Mark your calendars for Testing Day, Tuesday March 24th! 📝
Please note the testing schedule for each grade level below:

🎒 Freshmen: PreACT 8/9 (8:55 AM – 11:35 AM)
📘 Sophomores: PreACT (8:55 AM – 11:35 AM)
✍️ Juniors: ACT (8:30 AM – 12:50 PM)
🎓 Seniors: NO School (Senior Skip Day!)

🚫 Late Policy: To maintain a quiet environment, classroom doors close at 9:00 AM.
Students arriving AFTER 9:00 AM cannot enter testing rooms and must leave campus.
Please plan accordingly!!

🗓️ Attendance Note: Please try to avoid scheduling appointments on this day so our testers can stay focused and uninterrupted!

6 months ago, Sarah Popkes
ACT Testing

REMINDER: Today, March 16th, is a PLC Day.
School will dismiss at 2:30.

7 months ago, Sarah Popkes
PLC
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7 months ago, Spearfish School District 40-2
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