Region 4 tournament play begins

The Dakota Valley Panthers are heading into the Region 4 tournament as the #1 seed. They began tournament play Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. on their home court. They will be challenged by the Parker Pheasants who are ranked #8 and have a

 

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Region, playoff spectator reminders

Now that football playoffs and region volleyball begin, the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) want to remind spectators (adults and students) of what is and is not acceptable behavior during the games. SDHSAA Spectator Reminders:

 

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DV holds Fall Vocal Preview

The Dakota Valley Music Department presented a fall vocal preview concert Tuesday, Oct. 25. Student singers in grades 4th through 12th took the stage to entertain the crowd seated in the Dakota Valley Performing Arts Center. The choirs were directed by Kari Wilmes and Lori Jessen was the accompanist.

 

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Painted pumpkins given to residents of StoneyBrook

The Dakota Valley middle school students were able to participate in a pumpkin painting contest. The Middle School Student Council sponsored the contest and the High School Student Council chose the winners.

 

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Nation’s Report Card released:

Results of the 2022 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) were released. While some states experienced double-digit declines in average test scores, South Dakota scores stayed above the national average and experienced less volatility than other states.

 

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Congressional action sought to revive free meal program

Supporters of universal free meals for all schoolchildren in America are looking to the U.S. Congress for continued funding, either in a spending measure or the 2023 Farm Bill.

 

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Rounds seeking spring 2023 internship applications

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds is currently accepting applications from college students to serve as interns during the spring 2023 semester. Positions are available in his Washington, D.C. office and his state offices in Aberdeen, Rapid City, Pierre and Sioux Falls. Spring internships typically run from January to May, but dates can be tailored to specific schedules. Interns will receive a stipend,…

 

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Preparing students for success

THOUGHTS FROM SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS Time flies! The first quarter of the school year is complete and in a few short weeks, we will be preparing for the end of the semester. The goal of the Dakota Valley High School is to prepare all students to be successful.

 

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Western Governors University celebrates first responders with new scholarship

In celebration of National First Responders Day, which takes place annually on Oct. 28, and to show appreciation for all those who work tirelessly to ensure the safety and wellbeing of individuals in the communities they serve, Western Governors University (WGU) has launched a new scholarship designed for first responders and their spouses. Each First Responders Scholarship is valued at up to $4…

 

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USDA launches loan assistance tool to enhance equity, customer service

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a new online tool to help farmers and ranchers better navigate the farm loan application process. This uniform application process will help to ensure all farm loan applicants receive equal support and have a consistent customer experience with USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) regardless of their individual circumstances.

 

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