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Region 3A Rematch Set

March 8, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Zane Schumaker

The Dell Rapids Quarrier boys basketball team earned a trip back to the Region 3A Championship game with a 73-51 win over the Flandreau Flyers on Friday, March 7th. The Quarriers jumped out to a 7-0 lead early in the first quarter, but the Flyers fought back to pull within one at the end of the quarter at 12-11. Flandreau scored the first four points of the second quarter, and held a 15-12 lead. However, the Quarriers closed out the half on a 16-6 run to take a 28-21 lead at halftime. The Quarrier offense exploded in the third quarter, erupting for 28 points. Dell Rapids extended their lead to 56-40 at the end of the third quarter. Dell Rapids outscored Flandreau again in the final quarter the big win.

The Quarriers shot 45% (25-56) from the field in the game, 77% (17-22) from the free-throw line, and pulled down 39 rebounds as a team.

Ty Hoglund finished the game with 22 points. Cody Nielsen added 16 points and 12 rebounds. Ben Hammer ended the night with nine points and five rebounds, while Zane Schumaker tossed in eight points and dished out seven assists.

Dell Rapids improves to 14-7 on the year, and will move on to play the Madison Bulldogs in the Region 3A Championship on Tuesday, March 11th. This is a rematch of last year’s Region 3A Championship game in which Madison won. The game will be webcast on Big Sioux Media.

	1	2	3	4	F
Dell Rapids	12	16	28	17	73
Flandreau	11	10	19	11	51

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Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Dell Rapids Quarrier Boys Basketball

DRHS School Announcements:

March 7, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids High School Announcements:

Friday, March 7th
• Happy Birthday on Sunday to Mikaela S.!!
• Lunch: a-Pizza Ranch; b-Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich w/ Tomato Soup; c-Combo Sandwich

• DATES TO KNOW:

Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development events in Flandreau on Wednesday, March 19 needs to sign up in the Ag Classroom by Friday, March 7.
The FFA will be holding a chapter meeting on Monday, March 10 at 7 pm in the high school agriculture classroom. Any member planning on attending the state convention should be in attendance.
Any HS Students or any staff members that are interested in running or working at the DR Relay for Life Run Event on Saturday, April 26th please stop and pick up a registration form in the office. HS Track Athletes are not eligible to participate.

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

ATTENTION STUDENTS: You should have headphones at school… testing is coming quickly and you will need them. Thanks!!
Seniors: New scholarships are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office
Juniors – Boys and Girls State applications are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office.
Prom Forms are in the office for students who are taking out of school guests. Forms are due in the office by April 4th.
Table Reservation & Grand March Line-up sheets for Prom are in the office.
ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS: POST PROM EVENT FORMS are on the school website (dr-k12.org) under News & Bulletins-Post Prom Event Forms. There will be a hypnotist, a mechanical bull, games, prizes and food. If you register by March 14th you will get 10 extra chances to win a prize. The final deadline is April 4th.
Good Luck to the Power-lifters as they participate in the State Powerlifting Meet in Madison tomorrow.
Good Luck to the boys basketball team as they play in the Region Semi Final game tonight @ the Elmen Center. Quarriers vs. Flandreau @ 8pm. Game will be broadcast on bigsiouxmedia.com
This week is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. In support of the MS Walk and DRHS Senior Damon S., we are hosting HAT DAY today. Damon was diagnosed with MS two years ago and was just recently named 2014 Walk MS Ambassador. All proceeds from hat day will go to the MS Society (for Damon’s Team). If you are wearing a hat, or wish to donate, please pay Damon.

Thursday, March 6th
• Happy Birthday to Ms. Ruesink!
• Lunch: a-Hot Dog; b-Italian Dunkers w/ Marinara Sauce; c-Sub Sandwich

• DATES TO KNOW:

Seniors: New scholarships are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office
Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development events in Flandreau on Wednesday, March 19 needs to sign up in the Ag Classroom by Friday, March 7.
All high school girls planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Putnam’s room right after school today for a short meeting.
All high school boys planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Fiedler’s room right after school today for a short meeting.

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

ATTENTION STUDENTS: You should have headphones at school… testing is coming quickly and you will need them. Thanks!!
Juniors – Boys and Girls State applications are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office.
FRESHMEN: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE TOMORROW!!!!
Prom Forms are in the office for students who are taking out of school guests. Forms are due in the office by April 4th.
Table Reservation & Grand March Line-up sheets for Prom are in the office.
ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS: POST PROM EVENT FORMS are on the school website (dr-k12.org) under News & Bulletins-Post Prom Event Forms. There will be a hypnotist, a mechanical bull, games, prizes and food. If you register by March 14th you will get 10 extra chances to win a prize. The final deadline is April 4th.
This week is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. In support of the MS Walk and DRHS Senior Damon S., we will be hosting HAT DAY tomorrow. Damon was diagnosed with MS two years ago and was just recently named 2014 Walk MS Ambassador. All proceeds from tomorrow’s hat day with go to the MS Society (for Damon’s Team). Wear your favorite hat and pay $1 and join in a fun Friday!

Wednesday, March 5th
• Happy Birthday to Grace T.!
• Lunch: a-Grilled Chicken Sandwich; b-Fish Sandwich; c-Fajita Salad

• DATES TO KNOW:

SCRUBS camp will be held at Dakota State University on March 7th for any students interested in a health-related career – see Mrs. Ruesink for more information.
Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development events in Flandreau on Wednesday, March 19 needs to sign up in the Ag Classroom by Friday, March 7.
All high school girls planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Putnam’s room right after school tomorrow for a short meeting.
All high school boys planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Fiedler’s room right after school tomorrow for a short meeting.
There will be a Technology Club meeting tomorrow morning at 8 am in Mrs. Huska’s room.

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

ATTENTION STUDENTS: You should have headphones at school… testing is coming quickly and you will need them. Thanks!!
Juniors – Boys and Girls State applications are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office.
SOPHOMORES: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE TOMORROW!!!!
FRESHMEN: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE FRIDAY!!!!
Prom Forms are in the office for students who are taking out of school guests. Forms are due in the office by April 4^th.
Table Reservation & Grand March Line-up sheets for Prom are in the office.
ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS: POST PROM EVENT FORMS are on the school website (dr-k12.org) under News & Bulletins-Post Prom Event Forms. There will be a hypnotist, a mechanical bull, games, prizes and food. If you register by March 14^th you will get 10 extra chances to win a prize. The final deadline is April 4th.
Congratulations to the Jazz Band on their outstanding performance at the Jazz on the Upper Great Plains Festival yesterday! We had five student soloists come home with a “Citation for Outstanding Musical Performance.” Those receiving citations were Luke S., Mikaela S., Jayme D., Josh B., and 7th Grader Carter W.

Tuesday, March 4th
• Lunch: a-Orange Chicken; b-BBQ Rib Sandwich; c-Oriental Salad

• DATES TO KNOW:

SCRUBS camp will be held at Dakota State University on March 7th for any students interested in a health-related career – see Mrs. Ruesink for more information.
Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development event in DeSmet on Tuesday, March 11 needs to sign up in the Ag classroom. Pre-registration is due TODAY!!
Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development events in Flandreau on Wednesday, March 19 needs to sign up in the Ag Classroom by Friday, March 7.
Remember to turn in your forms TODAY to Ms. Rieck for helping serving breakfast at the Banquet.
All high school girls planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Putnam’s room right after school on Thursday for a short meeting.
All high school boys planning on going out for track need to meet in Coach Fiedler’s room right after school on Thursday for a short meeting.
TATU meeting on Wednesday at 8:10 in Mr. Hegge’s room.
There will be a Technology Club meeting Thursday morning at 8 am in Mrs. Huska’s room.

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

ATTENTION STUDENTS: You should have headphones at school… testing is coming quickly and you will need them. Thanks!!
Juniors – Boys and Girls State applications are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office.
JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE TOMORROW!!!!
FRESHMEN: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE THURSDAY!!!!
Prom Forms are in the office for students who are taking out of school guests. Forms are due in the office by April 4^th.
Table Reservation & Grand March Line-up sheets for Prom are in the office.
ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS: POST PROM EVENT FORMS are on the school website (dr-k12.org) under News & Bulletins-Post Prom Event Forms. There will be a hypnotist, a mechanical bull, games, prizes and food. If you register by March 14^th you will get 10 extra chances to win a prize. The final deadline is April 4th.
FOUND in Elementary School parking lot: A Texas Instrument TI-84+ calculator. Please claim in the Elementary Office.

Monday, March 3rd
• Lunch: a-Cheeseburger; b-Home-style Chicken Stew over Biscuit; c-Sub Sandwich

• DATES TO KNOW:

SCRUBS camp will be held at Dakota State University on March 7th for any students interested in a health-related career – see Mrs. Ruesink for more information
Any FFA member who would like to participate in the career development event in DeSmet on Tuesday, March 11 needs to sign up in the Ag classroom. Pre-registration is due TOMORROW!!
Any FCCLA member who did not come to see Ms. Rieck on Friday need to do so TODAY. Also, your forms for serving at the Banquet on Friday need to be turned in tomorrow morning. Thanks!

• GENERAL INFORMATION:

Attention STUDENTS: You will only be able to get change for the vending machines before school and at lunch-you will not be able to get change during class time–thanks
ATTENTION STUDENTS: You should have headphones at school… testing is coming quickly and you will need them. Thanks!!
Juniors – Boys and Girls State applications are available in Mrs. Ruesink’s office.
JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE WEDNESDAY!!!!
FRESHMEN: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR PORTAL PASSWORD BEFORE THURSDAY!!!!
Prom Forms are in the office for students who are taking out of school guests. Forms are due in the office by April 4th
ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS: POST PROM EVENT FORMS are on the school website (dr-k12.org) under News & Bulletins-Post Prom Event Forms. There will be a hypnotist, a mechanical bull, games, prizes and food. If you register by March 14th you will get 10 extra chances to win a prize. The final deadline is April 4th.

Filed Under: School News Tagged With: Announcements, DRHS

Dell Rapids MIDDLE SCHOOL Announcements

March 7, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids Middle School Announcements:

Friday, March 7th
• Happy Birthday to Ilienne J.!
• Happy Birthday on Sunday to Anna S.!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Pizza Ranch, Toasted Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Soup or Combo Sandwich

Reminder that 5th grade is still collecting Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the office or in Mr. Putnam’s room.
Attention Students: American Legion Auxiliary is having a Poem Contest. For information, please see your homeroom teacher or stop in the office. Entries are due in the office by March 14th.
Students interested in joining 7th and 8th grade track should see Mr. Headrick to sign-up.
Reminder to 8th grade students: Be sure you know your student gradebook portal password for Monday registration
Attention 5th and 6th Grade Band Students: NO band lessons today.
Reminder to 8th grade girls to return your Women in Science permission slips to the office by the end of the day.
Good Luck to the boys basketball team as they play in the Region Semi Final game tonight @ the Elmen Center. Quarriers vs. Flandreau @ 8pm. Game will be broadcast on bigsiouxmedia.com
This week is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. In support of the MS Walk and DRHS Senior Damon S., we are hosting HAT DAY today. Damon was diagnosed with MS two years ago and was just recently named 2014 Walk MS Ambassador. All proceeds from hat day will go to the MS Society (for Damon’s Team). If you are wearing a hat, or wish to donate, please stop in the office to pay and get a stamp.
DRMS would like to announce and congratulate the Students of the Month for March. These individuals have demonstrated positive behavior reflective of the Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, responsible, respectful, fair, good citizenship, and are caring individuals. Thanks to Lunchtime Solutions, Pizza Ranch and the Video Plus, Students of the Month recipients will receive gift certificates for these places!
Congratulations to our March Students of the Month:
5^th – Logan S. & Eli G.
6^th – Anaka H. & Zoe M.
7^th – Madison P. & Peyton K.
8^th – Tyson D. & Ethan F.

Thursday, March 6th
• Happy Birthday to Kendra H. & Ms. Ruesink!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Italian Dunkers with Marinara Sauce, Hot Dog or Sub Sandwich

Reminder that 5th grade is still collecting Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the office or in Mr. Putnam’s room.
Attention Students: American Legion Auxiliary is having a Poem Contest. For information, please see your homeroom teacher or stop in the office. Entries are due in the office by March 14th
Today is the fifth grade living history fair in the commons from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Bring your change and bring the wax figures to life.
Students interested in joining 7th and 8th grade track should see Mr. Headrick to sign-up.
Attention Choir Students: You will have study hall today during choir so please bring work with you.
Reminder to 8th grade girls to return your Women in Science permission slips to the office by tomorrow.
This week is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. In support of the MS Walk and DRHS Senior Damon S., we will be hosting HAT DAY tomorrow. Damon was diagnosed with MS two years ago and was just recently named 2014 Walk MS Ambassador. All proceeds from tomorrow’s hat day will go to the MS Society (for Damon’s Team). Wear your favorite hat and pay $1 and join in a fun Friday!

Wednesday, March 5th
• Happy Birthday to Lucas B. & Austin P.!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Fish Sandwich or Fajita Salad

Reminder that 5th grade is still collecting Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the office or in Mr. Putnam’s room.
Attention Students: American Legion Auxiliary is having a Poem Contest. For information, please see your homeroom teacher or stop in the office. Entries are due in the office by March 14th.
Reminder to 7th and 8th grade Quiz Bowl students: Please come to practice tomorrow morning at 7:45am in Mrs. Gleason’s room. Please bring your signed permission slip. See you there!
Congratulations to the H.S. Jazz Band on their outstanding performance at the Jazz on the Upper Great Plains Festival yesterday! We had five student soloists come home with a “Citation for Outstanding Musical Performance.” Those receiving citations were Luke S., Mikaela S., Jayme D., Josh B. and 7th Grader Carter W.
Tomorrow is the fifth grade living history fair in the commons from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Bring your change and bring the wax figures to life.

Tuesday, March 4th
• Happy Birthday to Jacob S. & Andrew W.!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Orange Chicken & Rice, BBQ Rib Sandwich or Oriental Salad

Reminder that 5th grade is still collecting Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the office or in Mr. Putnam’s room.
Attention Students: American Legion Auxiliary is having a Poem Contest. For information, please see your homeroom teacher or stop in the office. Entries are due in the office by March 14th
7th and 8th grade boys basketball players need to get their jerseys to coach Putnam by the end of the day today.
Remember to turn in your forms TODAY to Ms. Rieck for helping serving breakfast at the Banquet.
Any 7th or 8th grade girls planning on going out for track please meet in Coach Putnam’s room right after school today.
Reminder to 7th and 8th grade Quiz Bowl students: Please come to practice Thursday morning at 7:45am in Mrs. Gleason’s room. Please bring your signed permission slip. See you there!

Monday, March 3rd
• Happy Birthday to Hannah F. & Ms. Brandner!
• Lunch today will be choices of: Cheeseburger, Homestyle Chicken Stew over Biscuit or Sub Sandwich

Reminder that 5th grade is still collecting Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the office or in Mr. Putnam’s room.
Attention Students: American Legion Auxiliary is having a Poem Contest. For information, please see your homeroom teacher or stop in the office. Entries are due in the office by March 14th
7th and 8th grade boys basketball players need to get their jerseys to coach Putnam by the end of the day today.
8th grade PE students, please bring a pencil and meet in Mr. Solberg’s room today.
Any FCCLA member who did not come to see Ms. Rieck on Friday need to do so TODAY. Also, your forms for serving at the Banquet on Friday need to be turned in tomorrow morning. Thanks!

Filed Under: School News Tagged With: Announcements, DRMS, Middle School

Arlo Lyng

March 6, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Arlo Lyng passed away on February 28, 2014 at his home in Altamonte Springs Florida. Arlo was born on a farm 5 miles west of Dell Rapids. His parents were Fred and Olga Lyng. The family consisted of 2 brothers, Kenneth and Gordon, and 3 sisters, Doris, Marjorie, and Florence. The family moved to Sioux Falls SD in 1936. Arlo attended Hawthorne and Lincoln Grade Schools and Washington High School. He worked at John Morrell at age 16, and was drafted into the US Army at age 17. After basic training, he served in the landing of his unit on Okinawa where he was severely wounded. After hospitalization and several operations, he was released from the Army. He suffered through several more operations, and was declared 1oo percent disabled. Arlo was Commander of the American Legion, and belonged to the Kiwanis Club and the VFW. He was a member and ushered at Calvary Assembly of God Church for 20 years, a selfless donor, story teller and friend to all he met. In Sioux Falls he worked for the Gas Company for several years, and then at Nordica Food Service with his brother Gordon. In 1980 he moved to Florida, working in the Food Service Industry for 30 years. Arlo is survived by his four sons Kevin, Mark, Robert, and Michael and 1 daughter Brook Ann, and his sister Marge Kirby and brother Gordon Lyng, and 13 nieces and nephews, 7 grand children and 17 great grand children. A memorial service was held at Calvary Church of God on Thursday March 6th, with burial at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell Florida on March 7th, 2014. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday March 11, 2014 at Faith United Church, 800 So. Splitrock Blvd. Brandon, South Dakota at 10:00 AM. Donations can be made to http://www.cancer.org or Boys Town of Nebraska http://www.boystown.org.

Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged With: Arlo Lyng, obituary

Dell Rapids is a part of the Sioux Empire United Way!

March 5, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Did you know that Dell Rapids is considered a part of the Sioux Empire United Way? Check out their map: http://www.seuw.org/InYourTown.aspx?Page=1

Sioux Empire United Way Connecting Kids to Local Activities

Spring is just around the corner, which means many children and their families are gearing up for youth activities all around the Sioux Empire. Children have many options to get involved in extracurricular activities – from sports to theater to camps and more.

Connecting Kids partners with 24 different organizations to promote youth activities and provide financial resources to families who may need assistance. The program will provide hundreds of area students the opportunity to participate in a youth activity this year for free or at a reduced rate.

Local studies show that cost is a factor in children not being able to join the numerous activities available to them across the Sioux Empire. Connecting Kids is designed to ensure every child in grades K-8 has an opportunity for getting involved. Studies also indicate a direct correlation between getting kids involved in activities and their self-esteem, peer relationships and successes later in life. In addition to those benefits, children will learn new activities and skills.

Parents are encouraged to inquire about Connecting Kids certificates when signing their child up for an activity. Another way to obtain a Connecting Kids certificate is by calling Sioux Empire United Way at (605) 336-2095. This program is intended for those families in need of financial assistance, and children can use one certificate per calendar year.

For more information on the Connecting Kids program, please visit seuw.org.

Participating Organizations

Alpine Society (Winter Skiing & Snowboarding)
American Lung Assn. (Camp Fix Asthma Now)
Brandon Area Soccer Association
City of Baltic (Summer Youth Rec and Swim)
City of Canton (Summer Rec, Night Ball, Swim)
Dakota Alliance Soccer Club
Dakota Spirit (Cheer & Tumbling Class, Cheer Team)
Excel Ed. Op. (Imagination Amplified Summer Camp)
Garretson Community Swimming Pool
Great Plains Zoo (Classes & Camps)
Inspiration Hills (Journey Camp)
Singing Boys of Sioux Falls
Sioux Empire Baseball Association
Sioux Empire Fastpitch Softball Association (Boys & Girls)
Sioux Falls Figure Skating
Sioux Falls Parks & Rec (Swim, Band, Singing)
Sioux Falls Tennis Association
Sioux Falls Youth Hockey Association
South Dakota Robotics
The First Tee of South Dakota (Golf)
Washington Pavilion (Science, Art, Music, Theatre)

Filed Under: News, School News

Cubby’s / Godfather’s Pizza

March 5, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

LOOK AT THESE TWO AVAILABLE PIZZA DEALS!

March 2014 Specials: http://www.cubbys.com/PDFs/CubbysSpecials.pdf

Filed Under: Coupons Tagged With: coupon, Cubbys, Godfather's Pizza

Kindergarten Registration and Screening

March 5, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids Elementary School will conduct Kindergarten Registration and Screening on Thursday, March 27th and Friday, March 28th. You may go to the Dell Rapids School homepage (http://dr-k12.org/) and look for the Kindergarten Registration link to sign up for a screening time. Registration deadline is March 12th.

Children who are 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2014 are eligible for Kindergarten. Dell Rapids Elementary School offers Kindergarten and K-Prep programming.

If you have any questions, please call the Elementary School office at 428-5473 Ext. 6 or direct emails to jody.stone@k12.sd.us.

Filed Under: School News Tagged With: Kindergarten Screening

Annual St Mary Carnival and Auction

March 4, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

The Annual Dell Rapids St Mary Carnival and Auction will be held on Sunday, March 30th, starting at 11:00 a.m. with the carnival. The live auction will begin at 12:00 p.m. There will be over 160 live auction items as well as many silent auction items to bid on throughout the day. At 4:15 p.m. the raffle drawings will begin.

Join Dell Rapids St Mary School for their annual carnival and auction at Dell Rapids St Mary School on Sunday, March 30th!

Filed Under: Community Events Tagged With: Dell Rapids St Mary Carnival and Auction

2nd Annual Relay for Life Run

March 4, 2014 by Big Sioux Media

The 2nd Annual Relay for Life Run will be held on Saturday, April 26th, at Dell Rapids City Park. The 10K run will start at 9:00 a.m. The 5K run and 1-mile walk will start at 9:30 a.m., and the kid’s relay race will start at 10:30 a.m.

Click here to download a copy of the registration form.

For more information, contact Lindsey.Holmquist@cancer.org or call 361-8277.

Filed Under: Community Events Tagged With: American Cancer Society, Relay for Life Run

Region 3A Rematch Set

DRHS School Announcements:

Dell Rapids High School Announcements:

Dell Rapids MIDDLE SCHOOL Announcements

Dell Rapids Middle School Announcements:

Arlo Lyng

Dell Rapids is a part of the Sioux Empire United Way!

Cubby’s / Godfather’s Pizza

LOOK AT THESE TWO AVAILABLE PIZZA DEALS!

Kindergarten Registration and Screening

Annual St Mary Carnival and Auction

2nd Annual Relay for Life Run

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