Mr. Ellwein presented Paige Wright, teacher at South Middle School, who received Teacher of the Year from the Veterans of Foreign Wars.  The award is for the state of South Dakota at the secondary teacher level.  Paige has been instrumental in creating a Veterans Club at South Middle School, but her work on a Veterans Day Program has been the highlight for our community.  This event has grown over the past three years, with guest speakers and learners leading parts of the program.  During the day, she also plans rotations for our learners, with Veterans invited to be part of them. 
Harrisburg High School’s FFA Freshman Food Science team presented on their preparations for the Food Science Career Development Event (CDE). Through this experience, students learn about careers in the food and agriculture industry while developing skills in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. As part of the competition, the team created a snack product called Bloom & Dip, inspired by a Nutella-and-go-style snack. Their dip is made with sunflower butter and cocoa and highlights South Dakota commodities, including sunflowers, honey, and dairy through whey protein. We are proud of these students for representing Harrisburg FFA and exploring the science behind the foods we enjoy every day!
1 day ago, Harrisburg School District
Celebrations of HSD FFA and Paige Wright
🎶 Experience the sound of Harrisburg! 🎺
Our Grades 6–12 Bands perform at the Harrisburg Band Showcase on Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 PM at the Washington Pavilion. Don’t miss this incredible night of student talent! 🎵
9 days ago, HSD - Fine Arts
Band
Join us for the Show Choir Home Show! 🎤✨
📅 Sunday, March 1
🕐 1:00 PM
📍 SMS PAC
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎶👏
12 days ago, HSD - Fine Arts
SMS
🎺 Join us for the Harrisburg Band Showcase! 🎶
Grades 6–12 take the stage Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 PM at the Washington Pavilion. Come celebrate an evening of outstanding student musicianship and music! 🎵
13 days ago, HSD - Fine Arts
Band
THE TIME HAS COME!
JOIN US FOR SHOWSTOPPERS SHOW CHOIR CAMP MAY 26-29! It is open to all CURRENT 1st-8th graders.
More information/registration: https://www.showstoppersjt.com/harrisburg-camp-2026.html
13 days ago, Harrisburg Fine Arts
Harrisburg-2
At tonight's board meeting, HHS’s eSports coaches provided an overview of the program and highlighted the team’s accomplishments. We currently have the second-largest eSports team in the state, with 16 players qualifying for the state competition. Beyond these impressive achievements, what truly sets eSports apart are the meaningful friendships and connections our students have built through their participation.
South Middle School’s Leadership Council shared that the Leadership in Action program has a positive impact on the overall school climate by promoting kindness and inclusion. Students and staff are actively helping create a more connected and supportive school community.
15 days ago, Harrisburg School District
eSports student and SMS Leadership Council and Board Members
HHS Marching Band Color Guard informational session on February 24th & March 24th in the HHS Field House @ 4 p.m.
21 days ago, HSD - Fine Arts
Color Guard
Color Guard
Come get your favorite Tigers' autographs and watch some thrilling boys' basketball action!
23 days ago, HHS CHEER
meet the tigers

Thank you to the Harrisburg Education Foundation for hosting Foundation Fridays and for continuing to spotlight the incredible work happening at HSD every day. If you haven’t attended yet, join us! These sessions offer a meaningful window into our programs, our people, and the future our students are building. We are #TigerProud of the learning on display! 🐾 📅 Our next Foundation Friday – February 6 – will highlight Advanced Programming, Special Populations, and HHS’s Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources CTE program. 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/FoundationFridays

about 1 month ago, Harrisburg School District
join us foundation fridays feb 6
Interested in joining Color Guard?
Learn more information on February 24th & March 24th at the HHS Field House @ 4:00 p.m. No experience necessary!
about 2 months ago, HSD - Fine Arts
Color Guard
Color Guard
Due to the extreme cold warning, the Harrisburg School District will be closed on Friday, January 23rd. All activities on Friday are postponed.
about 2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
no school
Congratulations to all middle school students who auditioned for All State Band and a special congratulations to those who were selected!
about 2 months ago, Harrisburg Fine Arts
congratulations

🐯Registration for our Future Tigers Volleyball Camp is open!🏐
Boys and Girls in grades K-5 are welcome to join the fun, learn new skills, and spend time with the 4-peat State Champs! 🏆
Register here: https://shorturl.at/uFp83

about 2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
volleyball mini camp
🧣 HSD Clothing Closet is OPEN! ☃️
Every family deserves to feel warm this winter. The HSD Clothing Closet offers free, gently used clothing for all ages.
🧤 Open the second Monday of each month at the Heritage Community Building.
🧤 Learn more or schedule an appointment: harrisburgdistrict41-2.org/page/hsd-clothing-closet
about 2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
clothing closet open
🧣 HSD Clothing Closet is OPEN! ☃️
Every family deserves to feel warm this winter. The HSD Clothing Closet offers free, gently used clothing for all ages.
🧤 Open the second Monday of each month at the Heritage Community Building.
🧤 Learn more or schedule an appointment: harrisburgdistrict41-2.org/page/hsd-clothing-closet
about 2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
clothing closet open

🎭 Registration for SPA is NOW OPEN! 🍫✨
🎨 K–5 Camps:
Learn more about acting, performance, and fine arts in a fun, creative environment!

🎶 Grades 6–12:
Be part of a 3-week production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory—ending with full public performances!

🎟️ Register today (https://highschool.harrisburgdistrict41-2.org/o/high-school/page/summer-performing-arts)!

about 2 months ago, HSD - Fine Arts
SPA

🏆 Each year, the Harrisburg School District recognizes outstanding members of the HSD Elementary/Secondary Teaching Staff for excellence in their roles during the current school year. Staff, parents, and community members are encouraged to nominate exceptional educators for this honor.
If you know an Elementary or Secondary Teacher you would like to see recognized, please take a few minutes to complete the nomination form.
Nominations close Sunday, January 18th. https://bit.ly/49xrCpc

2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
teacher of the year

🏆 Each year, the Harrisburg School District recognizes outstanding members of the HSD Elementary/Secondary Teaching Staff for excellence in their roles during the current school year. Staff, parents, and community members are encouraged to nominate exceptional educators for this honor.
If you know an Elementary or Secondary Teacher you would like to see recognized, please take a few minutes to complete the nomination form.
Nominations close Sunday, January 18th. https://bit.ly/49xrCpc

2 months ago, Harrisburg School District
teacher of the year
A reminder that there will be no school beginning December 22nd, and school will resume on January 5th. We hope you have a wonderful and refreshing break, Tigers! 🐾☃️
3 months ago, Harrisburg School District
no school dates
🎶 SMS Band concert tonight at the South Middle School PAC! 6th Grade @ 6 P.M., 7th Grade @ 7 P.M., & 8th Grade @ 8 P.M. 🎶
3 months ago, HSD - Fine Arts
SMS Band