It was a BIG day at Westside today! Mayor Terry Jaspers joined us and read an official proclamation stating May 16 is Joe Just day! We wish all the best to Joe Just as he retires. Celebration for Joe Just May 21 2-4pm at Westside!
3rd and 4th Grade celebration BINGO today with parents/guardians and family members! Mrs. Ziemer is an outstanding Bingo Caller! Thank you ALL for joining us today. We appreciate you!
Westside Elementary Partners with Patrick Ebert Agency of The Horace Mann Companies to Promote School Attendance
May 14, 2025 – Sisseton, SD — Westside Elementary is proud to announce an education partnership with the Patrick Ebert Agency of The Horace Mann Companies, aimed at promoting the importance of school attendance and student success. As part of this initiative, the agency donated two brand-new bicycles and helmets — one set for a boy and one set for a girl — to recognize students who achieved 95% attendance or better during the 2024-2025 school year. Those students who qualified were entered into the drawing and 1st grader Meleigha Hanson and 2nd grader, Tyson LaBatte Jr. where the lucky winners.
The giveaway served as a celebration of commitment to learning and a reminder that consistent school attendance plays a critical role in academic achievement and long-term success. “When students are present and engaged in the classroom, they’re more likely to build strong educational foundations, develop good habits, and realize their full potential,” said Patrick Ebert. “We’re honored to support Westside Elementary in encouraging students to show up and thrive.”
School leaders emphasized that students who attend regularly are more likely to perform better academically, enjoy a healthier lifestyle both physically and mentally, and build the skills needed for future success in college, careers, and life.
Westside Elementary extends its sincere thanks to the Patrick Ebert Agency of The Horace Mann Companies for their generous support and shared commitment to student achievement.
Parents/Guardians/Family Members of 3rd and 4th Graders
State Assessment Celebration Activity CHANGE:
Kickball is now 'Bingo' in the school lunchroom
Thursday, May 15, 2025
3rd Grade 1:30-2:15pm (Westside Lunchroom)
4th Grade 2:15-3:00pm (Westside Lunchroom)
Fourth Grade had their official tour at Sisseton Middle School today!
Mrs. Curran greeted the students, shared an overview of the day at middle school, answered questions and 8th Grade Students took small groups on tours throughout the building. The students concluded their time with a treat and asking further questions.
Thank you Middle School Principal Mrs. Curran and students for your time with us today.
Parents/Guardians:
Open House for
'25-26 5th Grade
Sisseton Middle School
May 13, 2025
4:00-5:30pm
5th Grade Teachers will also be available to visit tonight.
Preschool/Junior Kindergarten went to Storybook Land- Aberdeen, SD. The third graders went to MSUM Planetarium and Hjemkost Center, Moorhead, MN. Links below share information on the educational visits. https://aberdeen.sd.us/1306/Wylie-Park-Storybook-Land https://www.mnstate.edu/planetarium https://cityofmoorhead.com/departments/parks-recreation/hjemkomst-center
2025 Award Ceremonies
Your dedication to our well-being, quick response to our health needs, and compassionate care make a world of difference in our school community. Thank you to our school nurses for all that you do!
Thank you to all the incredible teachers who inspire, support, and shape the future every single day—your impact lasts a lifetime!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Between preparing delicious food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate. THANK YOU to our food service staff for your hard work and commitment to our students!
Thank you to our school principals for all you do to support our students' education!
"Hip, Hip, Hooray!" shouted the preschool class for every BINGO at Tekakwitha Living Center today! It was an exciting day filled with many hugs and high fives for their new friends. Preschool and 4th Grade went on a community visit today!
Thank you Mrs. Ziemer and Mrs. Yammerino for organizing this to occur for our students and community.
We are thankful for our bus drivers and the important role they serve in our school community. THANK YOU!
Thank you for all you do to keep our schools running smoothly. Your hard work is truly appreciated!
Happy Easter from Westside! We had so much to celebrate this week! Thank you to all for all you do each day for our school to be a place we get to be Well Prepared, Always Safe, Value Respect and Eager to Learn each day!
Reminder: No School on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025. Enjoy your break, and we will see you all on Tuesday, April 22.
Save the Dates: Join the Sisseton Special Education Department for sessions presented by the South Dakota Parent Connection on Autism and Related Disorders. The sessions will be live-streamed in the Sisseton School District Multipurpose Room. All are welcome to attend. The next session is April 21 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
SRO Lindsey Zastoupil 'shared kindness like confetti' this week with our 3rd and 4th graders. She placed personalized handwritten notes of encouragement to all students taking state assessments. Thank you SRO Lindsey! We are daily grateful to have you in our schools and our community.
The 2nd Grade Class took the day and traveled to The University of Minnesota in Morris today to see the play
'Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook'. The play was outstanding and the students were able to be in attendance on a college campus. Our amazing bus drivers Mikey and Alan drove us to a local park, where we had a picnic lunch and playground time in the sun! Thank you to the parents/grandparents and chaperones for joining us today. It was a memorable day together.
Each week we get to celebrate big and small wins! The photos highlight a few of our weekly BIG wins. Fourth grade learners spend quality time with others from preschool to adult plus at Edgewood and Tekakwitha. Thank you to all that continue to make these opportunities possible.
