Iroquois School District

Today Lori Welch, DPT from Huron Regional Medical Center, was in Ms Kogel's classroom to talk to the seniors about a career in Physical Therapy! The seniors got a first hand look at some of the therapy done to help patients with balance.

The IBC will be hosting alumni Volleyball/Basketball games in Iroquois on Jan 3rd at 3:00. Alumni from Iroquois and Lake Preston are welcome! It will be a fundraiser for the new weight room. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and silent auction items. Let Jennifer Peskey know if you are interested (605) 350-2563

Boys basketball store is now open! Closes Sunday at 11:59pm! https://iroquoislpbasketball2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Mr Wipf's history class competed in a little trench warfare to help wrap up the WWI unit. Learning doesn't have to be boring!

There will be a sheet going home today with 3rd/4th grade boys interested in playing basketball. If you have a son interested, please fill it out and return it to the office ASAP. There is also an option to coach if you would like. We are always looking for more coaches over here, for all grades and for both boys and girls!

This is also a friendly reminder for those that are still interested in 2nd-4th grade girls basketball, please get those slips in as soon as you can. Practice for you will begin around Thanksgiving, more info will be sent out shortly.

Any questions, reach out to Mr Wipf at Zachary.Wipf@k12.sd.us

Kindergarten had a mystery reader today, Mrs Weir’s husband, who is an 82nd Airborne Veteran. They learned about the flag and then flew their own parachute men and women!

For those attending the Veteran's Day program today in Iroquois, you may also enter through the north gym and proceed to south gym for program. We have some limited parking on the south side of the gym. Call the school with questions. GO VETS!!

We invite all community members and Veteran's to the Iroquois Veteran's Day Program on Tuesday, November 11 @ 3:00 pm in the South Gym. Due to construction in the south parking area, we will utilize the SE entrance near the lunchroom area. This will be used for entrance and exit tomorrow. Call the school with any questions. Join us for this great program put on by the Iroquois students. GO VETS!!

Notes will be sent home today for Read N Roll, on November 26th. Please return RSVP by Monday, November 17th.

The GBB games on Dec 9th vs ORR will now be played in Iroquois.

The head wrestling coach, Steve Gilbertson, will be at the school Monday during 9th hour. He will be in Mr Wipf's room to talk to the kids about wrestling, take any questions, and promote the program. If you have a son or daughter (grades 7-12) interested in wrestling, please encourage them to attend!

Girls wrestling is one of the fastest growing sports in America!

Go Knights!

We are always looking for individuals to help run clock/shot clock and do book for games. If you are interested in helping, please reach out to Mr Wipf or the office. It is easy to learn!

VB plays in the second round of regions in Wolsey tonight at 6:00! Reminder that admission in $6/adult & $4/student, no regular season passes will be accepted! Our seating area is on the east end of the gym. Come out and support your Lady Sharks!
Below is a link to the game.
https://liveticket.tv/warbirds/volleyball/

It is Game Day in Iroquois! Regions start tonight, 6:00! Come support our Lady Sharks!

Game Day! Regions start today! 6:00 start time!

Thank you to all the Middle School and High School parents for the GREAT TURNOUT at conferences on Monday and Tuesday. We had 60% of our parents attend. This was the most well-attended conferences we have had in a long time. Thank you all again!
We are IROQUOIS!!

Sign-up slips were handed out to girls interested in playing 2nd-4th grade basketball. If you have a child that is interested, please return the slip as soon as you can. If you are interested in coaching, let Mr Wipf know! More information about practices/etc will be out shortly! Go Sharks!

The Sharks will host ORR in Iroquois, Monday Nov 3rd for the first round of region VB. Game starts at 6:00!

Good evening!! I wanted to update you on the incident that took place today at school. Law enforcement has been called and an investigation will begin. We will be meeting with law enforcement in the morning and they will be on site when students arrive tomorrow. The threatening student will not be on site tomorrow. We are investigating next steps and will do whatever necessary to ensure the safety of our students and staff. I know there are many emotions involved. We have them too. Thanks for you understanding and know that we love all our students and our staff and will make sure we do whatever we can to keep them ALL safe. Please reach out with any questions. GO CHIEFS!!

Good afternoon!! You may hear from your child that there was a weapon at school today, Oct. 29. The situation took place in the middle school and no danger is present. All areas have been addressed, controlled, and the student has been removed. Please be assured that the school is safe and secure. We are appreciative of our great staff for assisting in addressing the concern. Thank you for your support and understanding. Please contact the school with any questions or email Mr. Ruth at mike.ruth@k12.sd.us.