
Congrats to our HS quiz bowl team! They made it to the final day of the Q107.3 quiz bowl tournament that featured 32 local high schools. The team finished in 7th place this morning up in Mitchell! Congrats to a great group of kids!


Parkston HOSA still has extra fundraising goodies left! Below is a list of what is currently available with quantities. Each item is $10. First come, first serve. Once they are gone, they're gone! Contact Carmen Bartells (carmen.bartells@k12.sd.us) if you're interested! Thank you for your support!
Peach Salsa - Mild (2)
Bean & Corn Salsa (1)
Habanero Bacon Salsa - Hot (3)
Southern Classic BBQ Sauce (3)
Chick'n Dippin' Sauce (2)
Sweet Bourbon Glaze (5)
Sweet Chili Sauce (4)
Apple Butter (5)
Apple Pecan Butter (1)
Apple Pie Jam (1)
Blueberry Jam (2)
GATOR Jam (1)
Strawberry Jam (5)

The Parkston Junior class has a few extra items left for sale after a hectic first semester.
Items are limited so please email colleen.mette@k12.sd.us to claim an item before it is gone!




The Parkston School District is looking for a High School Head Competitive Cheer Coach. Please send a letter of interest and resume to Activities Director, Adam Fischer, at adam.fischer@k12.sd.us
This position will remain open until filled.


The Ethan/Parkston Track Program is looking to hire an assistant track coach. Throws experience appreciated, but not necessary. Please send letter of interest and resume to adam.fischer@k12.sd.us


No School tomorrow, Thursday January 5th. Please stay out of the school parking lot and building tomorrow until further notice. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation.


Due to the excess amount of snow and continued winds there will be NO School on Wednesday, January 4th. There are no e-learning expectations at this time. We will try to have school on Thursday. Have a good evening.


Due to the Winter Storm Warning posted for Tuesday, January 3rd there will be NO school along with No E-learning expectations for the Parkston School District. We hope to see everyone on Wednesday, January 4th.

Happy New Year from Parkston HOSA! Why not put riding a donkey on your 2023 bucket list?! Please let Cadence or Mrs. Bartells know if you'd like to be on one of the three community teams for the January 29th fundraiser! This year's event will raise funds to start a HOSA scholarship to help graduating members pursue their future goals by making post-secondary education a bit more affordable. Please consider participing or coming to watch on Sunday, January 29!


The Parkston Classic is underway!!! If you’re bored at home, come out and watch some basketball!!!




Due to projected high winds and frigid temperatures, the basketball double header vs. Winner on Thursday has been rescheduled for January 16th.


Below is the schedule that grades 6-12 will follow tomorrow (Wednesday) for the 1 PM Dismissal.
BLUE 1 SEMESTER TEST - 8:15 - 9:35
BLUE 2 SEMESTER TEST - 9:40 - 11:00
BLUE 3 SEMESTER TEST - 11:05 - 12:25
LUNCH - 12:25 - 1:00 (All HS Students have open lunch)
Happy Holidays and Enjoy the Break! - Mr. K

Attention PSD patrons. Due to the predicted deteriorating weather tomorrow Wednesday, Dec. 21 we will be releasing school at 1 PM. Busses will run at that time. We want to be proactive as possible prior to the wind, snow, and temps making travel difficult. Merry Christmas!


Hutchinson County 4-H is hosting a Archery Try it Day on 12-22. See picture for more information.


The Basketball Doubleheader vs. Chamberlain has been postponed to a later date. When that date is decided on, we will communicate it out. Stay Safe; Stay Warm!


Good Evening. Here is the E-Learning Schedule that grades 6-12 will operate under for tomorrow (Friday). It is the same as Wednesday.
9:30 - Orange 1 Google Meet
10:30 - Orange 3 Google Meet
11:30 - Orange 4 Google Meet
There is no SRB but if you need questions answered or extra help with an assignment, you can email that teacher and set up a Google Meet for a different time tomorrow. Like the last two days - Attendance will be taken. Thanks and see you next Monday. - Mr. K

Parkston School District will cancel classes and activities for Friday, December 16. E-Learning and packet work will once again be expected. Stay safe and we will see everyone on Monday.


The Parkston wrestling Tri with Burke/Gregory and KWL has been rescheduled for 1/3/23.


Below is the E-Learning schedule that grades 6-12 will operate under for tomorrow, Thursday (Blue Day):
8:30 - Blue 1 Google Meet
9:30 - Blue 2 Google Meet (Band at 9:30, Chorus at 10:00)
10:30 - Blue 3 Google Meet
11:30 - Blue 4 Google Meet
Attendance will be taken. You must have your camera on during the google meet and be visible in your screen. Lets have a productive day as we work to finish 2nd quarter strong and prepare for the semester tests next week! -Mr. K

Good Evening. The Parkston School District is notifying you that school for tomorrow Thursday, December 15th is canceled due to the predicted worsening weather conditions. E-Learning similar to today will be expected. Please stay safe tomorrow. Have a great rest of the evening.
