Harrisburg School District

Yesterday, STEP Academy graduates marked a special milestone, celebrating with friends, family, and past and present teachers as they completed the Harrisburg School District’s 18–21 Transition Program. We are incredibly proud of the dedication and effort they showed throughout the year in building a strong foundation for their future. We look forward to the impact these young individuals will make as they begin the next chapter of their journey. We are #TigerProud! 🐾🎓

This afternoon, Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken, visited Harrisburg’s STEP Academy 18-21 transition program to learn more about how we support students with disabilities as they move from high school into adulthood. The visit focused on the ways our program connects students with real-world employment opportunities and community-based agencies that provide critical support for young adults with disabilities. The Mayor’s visit highlights the importance of building strong community connections to ensure that all young people, regardless of ability, have access to meaningful employment and a pathway to independence. His interest and engagement underscore the city's commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity for all its residents. Thank you for joining us today, Mayor! 🐾

HHS Drivers Education has 8 spots open for in or out-of-district students. ‼️ Must be 14 by July 1, 2024. 𝙍𝙀𝙂𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙊𝙉 𝙁𝙍𝙄𝘿𝘼𝙔. 📆 Class begins June 9th. ➡️ Visit our website for details: https://bit.ly/HSDDriverEd. 🚗 Register Here: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/DBYQ

HSD's Community Ed program is bringing Art Classes this summer — and it’s going to be a colorful blast! 🌈 REGISTRATIONS CLOSING SOON!! Whether your child is a budding Picasso or just loves to explore with paint and pastels, these classes offer hands-on, age-appropriate art experiences taught by experienced and passionate instructors. 🎨 REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3WhVcJL

Get ready for an active and exciting summer with Harrisburg’s Summer Athletic Camps! Open to children of all ages—check the listings for specific age groups and opportunities. 👉 Register Here: https://gobound.com/sd/schools/harrisburg/camps

🏀 5th-8th Grade Summer Boys' Basketball Camps Sign Up Here: https://gobound.com/sd/schools/harrisburg/camps‬ ‭

For a limited time, HHS Drivers Education has been opened to out-of-district students. Limited Spots Available. Registration Closes Sunday. Find Out More Here: https://bit.ly/HSDDriverEd

This week, we celebrate the heart of Harrisburg School District — our incredible teachers! ♥️ From early learners to seniors, our educators go above and beyond every day to inspire, challenge, and support our students. To all our teachers: Thank you for believing in every student, embracing every challenge, and making Harrisburg a place where potential thrives. You are truly appreciated — this week and every week! 🐾

"Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change. " 🪶 #TigersChoose - Bob Kerrey

Harrisburg High School held a Culture Fest to honor and celebrate the various cultures represented in our district. This year featured Nicaragua, Jordan, Nepal, Venezuela, Guatemala, Mexico, Liberia, China, Myanmar, Senegal, Congo, African American, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, USA, Vietnam, Ethiopia, and more. Students brought food, clothing, jewelry, candy, music, and their shining personalities to show off the diversity of our district. A great and eye-opening time was had by all! View the Album: https://bit.ly/4cXZ9K8

🌭 Hot dogs! Get your hot dogs here! 🌭 Since 2012, the HSD Elementary Grill-Out has been a much-loved tradition that brings great food and fun to our students each spring. Even as our district has continued to grow, this small-town favorite remains a cherished part of who we are. Led by Child Nutrition Director, Chris Beach, this event has brought the smell of sizzling hot dogs to every elementary school across the district—rain or shine. Today, we fired up the season at Horizon Elementary. It’s a tradition we truly relish each year! 🐾

Our HHS athletes had an incredible time participating in a Unified Sports track meet at Tiger Stadium yesterday afternoon! Competing in the long jump, softball throw, and 50-meter dash, their energy, teamwork, and big smiles made the day unforgettable. 🐾 Unified Sports brings together athletes of all abilities to compete on the same team, building friendships, promoting inclusion, and celebrating what each participant brings to the game. We’re proud to be part of a program that highlights the power of unity through sport. We are #TigerProud! Next up: we’ve been invited to another Unified event at Jefferson High School on May 13—and we can’t wait! 👟💨

A reminder there will be a 2-hour Early Release on Wednesday, April 30th. 🐾

🗳️ Starting today, you can vote absentee during business hours for the Harrisburg School District #41-2 School Board Election, taking place on May 6, 2025. https://www.harrisburgdistrict41-2.org/article/2130710

🐾 Walk with us for a cause that matters! 🧡 Join the Harrisburg Tigers Team at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk on Saturday, May 24th at 12:00 PM in Terrace Park! Let’s come together to celebrate inclusion and support individuals of all abilities. 💜 https://www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/southdakota/

A reminder there will be No School on Friday, April 18 through Monday, April 21.

Join us for celebrating and giving back to the community for the HHS SENIOR ART SHOW & EMPTY BOWLS on April 22 from 6-8 PM in the HHS H-Wing Commons! Sponsored by The Roar Store and HHS Art Club.

Celebrate National Library Week: April 6-12! "Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve, and contribute to improving our quality of life." -Sidney Sheldon