May 2...OSO (7th grade) Field Trip to Pipestone National Monument

May 6, 7...Spring MAP Assessment (8th grade)

May 6, 8...Spring MAP Assessment (6th & 7th grade)

May 6...6th Spring Choir Concert

May 7...OSO (6th grade) Field Trip to Good Earth State Park

May 7...7th & 8th grade District Choir Festival @ Augie

May 8...District Poetry Slam @ SF Arena

May 9...5th Grade Visits to Memorial

May 9...Metro Conference Track Meet @ Howard Wood

May 14...Band Performance

May 15...Meet us at Memorial - 5th Grade Parents @ 5:30pm

May 16...Student Council GLOW Event 4pm - 5:45pm

May 16...Sports Information Night @ 7pm

May 21...8th Grade Award Banquet

May 23...Last Day of School

Memorial is excited to share with you our social media sites. We showcase all of the amazing things that happen in our school every day!

FACEBOOK: MemorialMSSF https://www.facebook.com/MemorialMSSF

INSTAGRAM: memorialmssf https://www.instagram.com/memorialmssf/

TWITTER: @memorialmssf https://twitter.com/memorialmssf

Memorial Middle School Parents,

As we swiftly approach the end of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've undertaken together. It's been a year of challenges, triumphs, and above all, resilience.

I'm proud to announce that our state testing results have been nothing short of exceptional. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff, our scores reflect the dedication and commitment to excellence that defines Memorial Middle School. These results are a testament to the collaborative spirit and unwavering focus on academic achievement that permeates every corner of our school community.

As we prepare to bid farewell to another successful school year, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. To our students, thank you for your perseverance, your enthusiasm for learning, and your unwavering determination to succeed. To our teachers and staff, thank you for your tireless efforts, your passion for education, and your unwavering support of our students' growth and development.

As we celebrate our achievements, let us also look forward to the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Memorial Middle School is not just a place of learning; it's a community of learners, innovators, and leaders. Together, we will continue to strive for excellence, to push the boundaries of knowledge, and to inspire each other to reach new heights.

As we approach the final days of the school year, let us cherish the memories we've created, the friendships we've forged, and the lessons we've learned. We look forward to seeing all that the future holds for each and every one of you.

With warmest regards,

Dr. Demi Moon

Principal

Memorial Middle School

The Running Start program is a summer program designed especially for incoming sixth graders. The four-day session will help students gain confidence for the middle school transition.

With the Running Start program, students will:

• Find out about the middle school concept - teams
• Learn middle school rules and expectations
• Meet the office and administrative staff
• Learn their way around the building (in a stress-free summer setting)
• Tour the cafeteria, and get familiar with lunchtime logistics
• Practice opening combination lockers
• Enjoy team-building activities and make new friends

Register soon! Spots are limited to 60 participants per session.

Counseling Assignments:

Renee Halde: 6th Grade

Alex Dobbs: 7th Grade

Kerri Andela: 8th Grade

Counseling Office Phone #: 362-2789

Memorial Middle School Counseling Website

Our Mission: As professional school counselors we help provide an environment in which students can achieve academic, career, and personal/social success. It is our goal and challenge to help students “Become the Best Version of Themselves.”

Parents Matter – Take a Stand Against Underage Drinking - Research shows that parents are the #1 reason young people decide not to drink. Start talking to your children about alcohol before they start drinking. (SAMHSA)

RISKY BEHAVIOR: Kids who drink are more likely to be involved in alcohol-related traffic crashes, to be victims of violent crime and to have serious school-related problems. Feel free to click on the following resources for great information about how to talk with your son/daughter about this important topic:

• Parents Matter Video (10 mins.)

• “Talk. They Hear You” App. (3 mins. Video Description) which has discussion guides, videos, etc. to help protect your child:

• For more information about this app, you can visit: “Talk. They Hear You” Website

US Surgeon General Warning on Social Media Use - US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says he believes 13 is too young for children to be on social media platforms, because although sites allow children of that age to join, kids are still “developing their identity.” For more information, click on the following link: Surgeon General Warning

Important Dates for Current 5th Grade Parents/Guardians about Preparing for Middle School:

• The Memorial Counselors and 6th Grade Representatives will go to the feeder elementary schools to do a one hour presentation the last week of April through the first week of May. They will be talking about being successful in middle schools, tips for transition to middle school, and answering questions.

• The following is the date the feeder elementary schools will visit Memorial Middle School for a one hour presentation in the auditorium during the school day:

• Thurs., May 9th - All feeder elementary schools

• For more information about preparing your son/daughter for middle school, you can click on the the following link: Preparing for Middle School

Current 8th Grade Students & Parents: - All 8th graders will be visiting the high school they will be attending on the morning of May 15th. This is a great opportunity to learn more about their high school and become more comfortable in their new school.

Summer Activities - Local studies show that cost and lack of awareness are reasons some children are not able to join the numerous activities available to them across the Sioux Empire. Here are some summer activities available in the community:

• Connecting Kids (Sioux Empire United Way Program)

• Summer Enrichment Opportunities on the Sioux Falls School District Website

Family Forum Series - The Sioux Fall School District and Avera Health are partnering to strengthen families by presenting on topics of interest throughout the school year. Here is a link to the recorded presentations that you can watch at your own convenience: Family Forum Series

Questions or Concerns: If there are questions/concerns or anything you feel it would be helpful for use to know about your child, feel free to contact your child’s assigned counselor.

Parent Portal only allows you to request full day absences now.

You may still request specific times if your student is arriving late or being picked up early.

Click "full day" and then please leave a note in the comments section with the times. We will adjust attendance accordingly on our end.

*Please double check the date(s) you request, as it automatically defaults to the current day.

You may also contact the school directly.

First choice: SFSDMemorialOffice@k12.sd.us

Second choice: 605-362-2785

Parent Portal only allows you to request full day absences now.

You may still request specific times if your student is arriving late or being picked up early.

Click "full day" and then please leave a note in the comments section with the times. We will adjust attendance accordingly on our end.

*Please double check the date(s) you request, as it automatically defaults to the current day.

You may also contact the school directly.

First choice: SFSDMemorialOffice@k12.sd.us

Second choice: 605-362-2785

STARTING APRIL 1, 2024

*It is expected that an annual update is completed for every student.

Annual Information Updates are done through the Parent Portal. Parents logged into an active Parent Portal account should see an option for "Annual Student Information Update" on the right-hand side of their portal homepage. Parents will be able to update existing student information and/or add new students to their household (for example, new KG student or new foster student) at this time by selecting Add New Student on the Student Tab.

Parent Portal

The Sioux Falls School District uses a student management system called Infinite Campus. The parent/guardian portion of this student management system is called the Parent Portal. This access allows parents to see student schedules, grades, attendance, behavior, and report cards online.

Parent Portal is also where parents/guardians complete the annual student information update and Free/Reduced Meal Application.

A parent/guardian with more than one student in the Sioux Falls School District will be able to view information for all their students with one account. Parent/Guardians may set up one account to share in their household or each parent/guardian may set up an account for their own use.

Accessing Parent Portal

The address to access the Parent Portal is: https://siouxfallssd.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/siouxfalls.jsp. You will also be able to access the site from the SFSD website: http://www.sf.k12.sd.us. Click on the Infinite Campus link under the Parents menu at the top of the SFSD website to access the login screen. Make sure you select “Campus Parent”.

Activation Key (provided by your district/school)

Parent/Guardian Name

Activation Key

Directions to Set Up Your Parent Portal

1. Click the link above to access the Parent Portal login page.

2. Make sure you click “Campus Parent”

3. Click “New User”

4. You will see this message on the next screen: “Activate your Campus Portal account by entering the activation key sent to you by your district. If you do not have an activation key, please contact your district to obtain one.”

a. Type the activation key listed above into the appropriate boxes. You do NOT need to type the hyphens.

5. Click the “Submit” button

6. You should see your name in the welcome paragraph at the top of the screen.

7. Type in a username that you will remember.

8. Type in a password that you will remember. Then type it again in the second password field.

9. Click on “Create Account” and you are ready to view information about your student(s).

10. Remember to click “Log Off” when finished.

When you initially log into the Parent Portal, you will be prompted to update your security preferences. To do so, click ‘Yes’ and follow the prompts.

Reminder for parents/guardians -

Make sure you are selecting the correct school year for registration. Since the 23-24 and 24-25 Online Registrations are configured differently and ask different questions, it is important to select the correct school year. If you complete the incorrect school year, you will need to redo the registration.

*Necessities for Neighbors @ Peace Lutheran Church

Sunday, May 5, 2024, 3:00-4:00 PM....Sunday, June 2, 2024, 3:00-4:00 PM

5509 W 41st Street, SF SD 57106

Necessities for Neighbors (First Sunday of each month) is our local outreach program to help our neighbors in need. The program was started when we discovered that there are certain necessities that people cannot buy with Food Stamps.

-Arrive at South door

-Photo ID or a piece of mail needed for registration

*Feeding SD Mobile Food Distributions for Sioux Falls

https://www.feedingsouthdakota.org/mobile?location=Sioux-Falls,-SD&radius=50

*St. Katharine Drexel Parish Food Pantry

1800 South Katie Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Food Distribution Times

School Year Hours: Mon. - Thu. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT Fri. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Summer Hours: Mon. - Thu. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT Fri. 9:00 AM - Noon

Call: (605) 275-6870

Eligibility: Anyone can access this program.

*Community Engagement Center (CEC) At Axtell Park

201 West Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104

Food Boxes during school year

Contact Agency for Distribution Times

Call: 605-367-4547
For families in Sioux Falls School District, contact CEC.

*Feeding SD Mobile Food Distribution at Peace Lutheran Church

5509 W 41st Street, SF SD 57106

Monday, May 13, 2024 5:30-6:30PM....Monday, June 10, 2024 5:30-6:30 PM

*Feeding SD Mobile Food Distribution at Good News Church

1800 S Valley View Rd

Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 5:30-7:00 PM

*The Banquet West

710 N Marion Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57107

Mealtimes: Monday-Friday, Supper 6 pm-7:30 pm

Nutrition Office ✆ 605-367-7635

Please call the SFSD Nutrition Office with any questions or concerns regarding your student's breakfast/lunch account.

Students entering 7th and 8th grade in the 2024-2025 school year can participate in FREE, five-day residential career exploration camps this summer. Hosted on South Dakota college campuses, these camps expose students to various career paths through fun, engaging and hands-on learning.

Break the Clouds:

Vape-Free Me Initiative

Delivers Important Message to SF Youth

Monday, April 8, 2024 - One puff. That’s all it takes. The Sioux Falls School District is joining the fight against the nationwide trend of increased use of vaping products by youth, sadly, some as young as 8 to ten years old. Along with the Sioux Falls Health Department, the District is launching the “Break the Clouds” campaign, adding prevention and education resources for students and families, schools, and the greater community.

The fresh and captivating awareness campaign highlights the harmful effects of vaping – especially on children. With tobacco giants using fruit and candy-flavored nicotine cartridges to target youth, the temptation is real. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s report in 2022, over 3 million high school and middle school students have used tobacco products in the last 30 days.

“Break the Clouds” is an attention-grabbing campaign featuring the stories of vaping truths in Sioux Falls. Along with videos, a website, and posters, “quit cards” will be available in schools when a student faces discipline for having a vaping device. Students will receive a card containing FREE resources to help them quit.

The Vape Free Me Initiative focuses on the harmful effects of vaping on the developing brain. Researchers say vaping can harm the parts of the brain that control attention, learning, mood, and impulse control – all integral elements that support learning and success in school.

“It’s alarming. Students tell us they can’t make it through an entire school day without vaping because they’re so addicted. This is a community-wide problem. "Schools play a vital role in helping students to quit vaping by raising awareness and connecting families with essential resources. It's crucial for children to be in school to learn, and with the support of community partners, we can help them break free from this harmful habit," underscores Dr. Jane Stavem, Superintendent.

“I see the impact of vaping not only on individual health but also on families and communities. It’s concerning to witness the number of young people falling into nicotine addiction through vaping,” shared Dr. Jennifer Tinguely, Medical Director of Falls Community Health. “By providing education, resources, and support for youth struggling with vaping, we’re not just treating symptoms but working towards preventing long-term health complications.”

The campaign will appear on social media, public access channels KLRN-TV and City Link, and quit cards are now available in all SFSD schools. Efforts begin immediately and are timely before summer break when students have more freedom and less supervision.

Office Hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm (Monday - Friday)

After Hours: (605) 362-2792

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Email: SFSDMemorialOffice@k12.sd.us

Website: http://www.sf.k12.sd.us/memorial/home
Location: Memorial Middle School, 1401 S Sertoma Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, USA
Phone: (605) 362-2785
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MemorialMSSF/
Twitter: @MemorialMSSF