We are looking for approximately 15 students in grades 11-12 interested in enrolling in the in-person Lake Area Technical College (LATC) Dual Credit course, FLT 132 – Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems. This course will be taught by LATC instructor Thomas Dunn, and will be held in the BHS CTE Building. The cost for this 3-credit course is $152.52, paid by the student/family, and it will count as 0.5 high school credit.
The course is scheduled to begin on January 13th. Students must be enrolled as LATC students by that date. Registration details will be provided to interested students once final arrangements are made.
For more information, please contact Mr. Stanley, Mr. Thomas, or your school counselor.
If you are interested, please fill out and submit the interest form using the link or QR code below by December 18th.
Congratulations to our BHS US Presidential Scholar Nominees! The program was established by President Lyndon Johnson in 1964. Each year, up to 161 students are named Presidential Scholars, one of the nation's highest honors for high school students. South Dakota will announce students moving on in the competition in mid-January.
Congratulations to Lilian Christian, Alexander Diersen, Jonathan Kahler, Carson Kreie, Connor May, Sylvie Molstad, Madison Murray, Kennedy Nemitz, Caden Rasche, Luke Roiger, Johanna Steinlicht, Jean-Claude St. Pierre, Ernest Ting, Landon Wingate, Yuki Zhu. Thanks for your hard work throughout your years at BHS! (Underlined names are not pictured.)
Football Playoffs!
Varsity Football made it to the second round of Playoffs! Congratulations on an exciting season!
Boys Basketball Support Project Joy
The basketball team volunteered their time and strength to help Project Joy set up their toy giveaway!
BHS Signing Day!
Kacee Rhody-bowing at McPherson College
Johanna Steinlicht-wrestle at Sioux Falls
Tess Burns-softball at South Dakota State
Logan Smidt-basketball at Southwest Minnesota State
Morgan Norgaard-softball at St. Cloud State
Rylee Thompson-volleyball at Dakota State
Kymber Buys-softball at South Dakota State
Andrew Hahn-football at Dordt
National FFA Convention/Ag Business Management
The Brookings FFA Chapter attended the National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, IN. 70,000 students across the US attended. Brookings FFA had 34 students attend from our chapter.
The Brookings FFA was recognized as a 3 3-star National Chapter. This is the highest distinction a chapter can receive and is based on the diversity of events chapters plan and execute throughout the year.
Environmental & Natural Resources
Shane Harming & Joseph Fitzpatrick received silver.
Andrew Dammen received bronze.
Ranked silver overall as a team.
Brookings High School has launched its first-ever ESports team, joining South Dakota’s inaugural season of sanctioned high school ESports competition. With 21 students participating, the team will compete in five games: Chess, Minecraft Bed Wars, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart, and Rocket League. Matches are held remotely against schools of varying sizes across the state, culminating in a state tournament in Aberdeen. The program has strong support from school administrators, who provided a dedicated space in the CTE building, complete with computer desks and Nintendo Switches for practice and competition. ESports transforms gaming from a solitary activity into a collaborative, social endeavor that promotes teamwork, leadership, and community. Students have responded enthusiastically, taking ownership of the program’s development and future growth. As the regular season kicks off on Dec. 2, the team is already hard at work building skills and camaraderie.
Regular school attendance is vital for academic success and personal growth. Studies show that students who miss just two days of school per month, or roughly 18 days per year, are considered chronically absent, significantly impacting their ability to keep up with coursework. According to Attendance Works, chronic absenteeism is associated with lower test scores, reduced graduation rates, and limited future opportunities. For instance, students who are frequently absent in ninth grade are 25% less likely to graduate on time. Beyond academics, consistent attendance fosters essential life skills such as responsibility, time management, and perseverance. By prioritizing attendance, students not only maximize their educational potential but also build a strong foundation for lifelong success.
At Brookings High School, we encourage students to embody Bobcat P.R.I.D.E. by showing Determination and Participation in their commitment to regular attendance. We understand that sometimes illnesses or unavoidable circumstances arise, and when they do, it’s important to communicate with our office to ensure we stay informed and can support your child’s needs.
Let’s continue to work together to make school attendance a priority, setting our students up for success now and in the future. Thank you for all you do to support your student’s learning and our Bobcat community!
Cell Phone expectations
As we reach the midpoint of the school year, I want to take a moment to remind our school community about our expectations regarding cell phone use during instructional time. While most of our students are doing an excellent job adhering to these guidelines, we have noticed that some are choosing to use their phones instead of focusing on their academic tasks. To our students, I ask that you continue to respect our expectations and prioritize your learning by keeping phones put away during class. To parents and guardians, we kindly request your support in reinforcing this expectation, as it plays a vital role in maintaining a focused and productive learning environment. Together, we can ensure that instructional time remains a space for growth and achievement. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to the success of our students
