Under the Covers Book Club finished reading Stillwater Girls by Minka Kent, and we are moving on to My Friends, a novel by Fredrik Backman. We plan on meeting again December 3 in the NU Community Library at 5PM. Read thru chapter 15 if you plan on joining us!!

#1 New York Times bestselling author Fredrik Backman returns with an unforgettably funny, deeply moving tale of four teenagers whose friendship creates a bond so powerful that it changes a complete stranger’s life twenty-five years later.

Most people don’t even notice them—three tiny figures sitting at the end of a long pier in the corner of one of the most famous paintings in the world. Most people think it’s just a depiction of the sea. But Louisa, an aspiring artist herself, knows otherwise, and she is determined to find out the story of these three enigmatic figures.

Twenty-five years earlier, in a distant seaside town, a group of teenagers find refuge from their bruising home lives by spending long summer days on an abandoned pier, telling silly jokes, sharing secrets, and committing small acts of rebellion. These lost souls find in each other a reason to get up each morning, a reason to dream, a reason to love.

Out of that summer emerges a transcendent work of art, a painting that will unexpectedly be placed into eighteen-year-old Louisa’s care. She embarks on a surprise-filled cross-country journey to learn how the painting came to be and to decide what to do with it. The closer she gets to the painting’s birthplace, the more nervous she becomes about what she’ll find. Louisa is proof that happy endings don’t always take the form we expect in this stunning testament to the transformative, timeless power of friendship and art. (summary taken from Goodreads)
2 days ago, Darla Rodenbaugh
Book Club
There will not be any back pack food distribution for the week of November 24th.
2 days ago, Darla Rodenbaugh
food
Bulletin 50
November 13th


Thursday 13th
Lunch: Pulled pork sandwich, fresh veggies, fruit

Weekly Activities

Thursday 13th
MS Wrestling Triangular at New Underwood 4:30 pm

Friday 14th
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 6:00 pm

Saturday 15th
7th & 8th grade boys’ basketball tryouts for the HS team TBA
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 9:00 am



1) Picture retakes will be held on Monday, November 17th. If your student needs a retake, please fill out the form at the link below: https://forms.gle/6SLJEjK8HAvU7SDG6

2 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Bulletin 49
November 12th


Wednesday 12th
Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit

Thursday 13th
Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice
Lunch: Pulled pork sandwich, fresh veggies, fruit

Weekly Activities


Wednesday 12th
Practice ACT for 11th grade 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Fruit Sales Due

Thursday 13th
MS Wrestling Triangular at New Underwood 4:30 pm

Friday 14th
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 6:00 pm

Saturday 15th
7th & 8th grade boys’ basketball tryouts for the HS team TBA
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 9:00 am



1) Picture retakes will be held on Monday, November 17th. If your student needs a retake, please fill out the form at the link below: https://forms.gle/6SLJEjK8HAvU7SDG6
3 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Middle School Wrestling...
4 days ago, Masha Fehr
MSW
Bulletin 48
November 11th

Tuesday 11th
Lunch: Sandwich wrap, salad, fruit

Wednesday 12th
Breakfast: Egg bites with sausage and cheese, toast, fruit, juice
Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit

Thursday 13th
Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice
Lunch: Pulled pork sandwich, fresh veggies, fruit

Weekly Activities

Tuesday 11th
MS Wrestling Tournament at Newell at 4:30 Bus Time 2:30

Wednesday 12th
Practice ACT for 11th grade 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Thursday 13th
MS Wrestling Triangular at New Underwood 4:30 pm

Friday 14th
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 6:00 pm

Saturday 15th
8th-grade boys’ basketball tryouts for the HS team TBA
Elementary Basketball Camp Games 9:00 am

4 days ago, Brandie Merchen
If you have any picture books or early chapter books (3rd-5th grade) that you are willing to part with, the library would take them off your hands. Looking to have a fun Christmas treat that promotes reading over the holidays. Thank you to those who have donated so far!
9 days ago, Darla Rodenbaugh
Christmas book drive
Bulletin 45
November 5th

Wednesday 5th
Lunch: Chicken patty, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit
Thursday 6th
Breakfast: French toast, hashbrown, fruit, juice
Lunch: Grilled cheese, fresh veggies, chicken noodle or tomato soup, fruit

Weekly Activities

Thursday 6th
Volleyball Regions (TBD)
HS Wrestling Meeting at 5:00 pm in the lunchroom

Friday 5th
Teacher in Service
Sports pictures
MS Wrestling at 9:00 am
MSGBB at 10:00 am
MS Girls Basketball with St. Paul 4:00 pm

Saturday 8th
MS Girls Basketball with Wall at 10:00 am
MS Wrestling Tournament at Hill City at 10:00 am Bus Time 7:45 am
Elementary Basketball Camp Games at 1:00




1) Congratulations to Cauy Rodenbaugh, high school student of the month, and Theo Ludeman, middle school student of the month. They were selected by their teachers as students who exemplified the character trait of Integrity. They are both people with strong moral principles who act consistently with their values and beliefs. Congratulations to you both!
2) Parents meeting for HS boys’ basketball on Thursday at 6:00 pm in the gym

10 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Bulletin 44
November 4th

Tuesday 4th
Lunch: Nachos, refried beans, corn, fruit
Wednesday 5th
Breakfast: Egg bites with sausage and cheese, toast, fruit, juice
Lunch: Chicken patty, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit
Thursday 6th
Breakfast: French toast, hashbrown, fruit, juice
Lunch: Grilled cheese, fresh veggies, chicken noodle or tomato soup, fruit

Weekly Activities

Tuesday 4th
Volleyball Regions at Bennett County at 5:00 pm Bus Time 1:30 pm
Thursday 6th
Volleyball Regions (TBD)
HS Wrestling Meeting at 5:00 pm in the lunchroom

Friday 5th
Teacher in Service
Sports pictures
MS Wrestling at 9:00 am
MSGBB at 10:00 am
MS Girls Basketball with St. Paul 4:00 pm

Saturday 8th
MS Girls Basketball with Wall at 10:00 am
MS Wrestling Tournament at Hill City at 10:00 am Bus Time 7:45 am
Elementary Basketball Camp Games at 1:00




1) Regional Games: All students and spectators must remain off the floor and in the bleachers during game time.
Thank you for your cooperation and support! 🏐💜💛
2) Parents meeting for HS boys’ basketball on Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the gym
11 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Bulletin 43
November 3rd
Monday 3rd
Lunch: Hamburger, french fries, fruit
Tuesday 4th
Breakfast: Muffin choice, string cheese, fruit, juice
Lunch: Nachos, refried beans, corn, fruit
Wednesday 5th
Breakfast: Egg bites with sausage and cheese, toast, fruit, juice
Lunch: Chicken patty, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit
Thursday 6th
Breakfast: French toast, hashbrown, fruit, jucie
Lunch: Grilled cheese, fresh veggies, chicken noodle or tomato soup, fruit

Weekly Activities
Monday 3rd
Volleyball Regions at Wall with Oelrichs at 5:00 pm Bus Time 3:30 pm

Tuesday 4th
Volleyball Regions at Bennett County at 5:00 pm Bus Time 1:30 pm
(If we win on Monday)
Thursday 6th
Volleyball Regions (TBD)

Friday 5th
Teacher in Service
Sports pictures
MS Wrestling at 9:00 am
MSGBB at 10:00 am
MS Girls Basketball with St. Paul 4:00 pm

Saturday 8th
MS Girls Basketball with Wall at 10:00 am
MS Wrestling Tournament at Hill City at 10:00 am Bus Time 7:45 am
Elementary Basketball Camp Games at 1:00





1) The main office will close at 4:00 pm on 11/3/2025

2) Regional Games, all students and spectators must remain off the floor and in the bleachers during game time.
Thank you for your cooperation and support! 🏐💜💛
12 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Here are some Halloween and Fall artwork from the Elementary students. Happy Trick-or-Treating! Enjoy!
16 days ago, John Oleson
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October's Tiger Way attribute is Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing, even when it's hard. Nominees for the Integrity award were Jackson, Kaydence, Rio, Savannah, Aiden and Ava. Award recipients were Ava and Jackson. Presenting the award ceremony was Oakley. Our students at New Underwood Elementary are wonderful kids, and we thank their parents for giving us the opportunity to educate them and watch them grow every day. Give yourselves a pat on the back, parents!!
16 days ago, Darla Rodenbaugh
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Hello NUSD Families.

There has been an update to the Activity Handbook. The revision was made to clarify the attendance requirements for activity participation. The update is highlighted and begins on page 6.

Please review and reach out if you have questions.

Have a great day!

16 days ago, Katie Albers
Bulletin 42
10/30/2025
Thursday 30th
Orange chicken, carrots, orange cream sidekick slushie

Weekly Activities
Thursday 30th
Junior High/ High School Rodeo Club Meeting at 6:30 Lunchroom
Friday 31st
6th – 12th Friday School 8:00 am – 11:00 am




1) Please email Veteran photos to Chloe Rudland with the name and branch of service. CR3795@k12.sd.us

16 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Bulletin 41
10/29/2025

Lunch: Corn dog, fresh veggies, fruit
Thursday 30th
Breakfast: Spider donuts, string cheese, fruit, juice
Lunch ORANGE OUT
Orange chicken, carrots, orange cream sidekick slushie

Weekly Activities
Wednesday 29th
Elementary Tiger Way 3:20 pm
Thursday 30th
Junior High/ High School Rodeo Club Meeting at 6:30 Lunchroom
Friday 31st
6th – 12th Friday School 8:00 am – 11:00 am




1) Please email Veteran photos to Chloe Rudland with the name and branch of service. CR3795@k12.sd.us

2) Rustic Heart Pictures are ready for order. If your student did not bring home your code, please email Mrs. Johnson at rusticheart26@gmail.com.


3) There will be a boys' basketball meeting on Wednesday night in Miss Fehr's room at 5:30. Those planning on playing must attend the meeting.
Please reach out to Mr. Enos with any questions. petebradley91@gmail.com
17 days ago, Brandie Merchen
Bulletin 40
10/28/2025

Tuesday 28th
Lunch: Tacos, refried beans, corn, fruit
Wednesday 29th
Breakfast: Omelet, toast, fruit, juice
Lunch: Corn dog, fresh veggies, fruit
Thursday 30th
Breakfast: Spider donuts, string cheese, fruit, juice
Lunch ORANGE OUT
Orange chicken, carrots, orange cream sidekick slushie

Weekly Activities
Tuesday 28th
ASVAB – postponed
Volleyball at Philip at 5:00 PM, Bus Time at 4:00 PM
Wednesday 29th
Elementary Tiger Way 3:20 pm
Thursday 30th
Junior High/ High School Rodeo Club Meeting at 6:30 Lunchroom
Friday 31st
6th – 12th Friday School 8:00 am – 11:00 am




1) Please email Veteran photos to Chloe Rudland with the name and branch of service. CR3795@k12.sd.us

2) Rustic Heart Pictures are ready for order. If your student did not bring home your code, please email Mrs. Johnson at rusticheart26@gmail.com.


3) There will be a boys' basketball meeting on Wednesday night in Miss Fehr's room at 5:30. Those planning on playing must attend the meeting.
Please reach out to Mr. Enos with any questions. petebradley91@gmail.com

18 days ago, Brandie Merchen
NU Pre-School hour begins November 3, 2025 at 10AM. Looking forward to seeing everyone then! Please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Rodenbaugh if you have any questions at darla.rodenbaugh@k12.sd.us or give the school a call.
19 days ago, Darla Rodenbaugh
Pre-School Story Hour
Bulletin 39
10/27/2025

Monday 27th
Lunch: Chili, cornbread, fresh veggies, fruit
Tuesday 28th
Breakfast: Banana bread, yogurt, fruit, juice
Lunch: Tacos, refried beans, corn, fruit
Wednesday 29th
Breakfast: Omelet, toast, fruit, juice
Lunch: Corn dog, fresh veggies, fruit
Thursday 30th
Breakfast: Spider donuts, string cheese, fruit, juice
Lunch ORANGE OUT
Orange chicken, carrots, orange cream sidekick slushie

Weekly Activities
Tuesday 28th
ASVAB – postponed
Volleyball at Philip at 5:00 PM, Bus Time at 4:00 PM
Wednesday 29th
Elementary Tiger Way 3:20 pm
Thursday 30th
Junior High/ High School Rodeo Club Meeting at 6:30 Lunchroom
Friday 31st
6th – 12th Friday School 8:00 am – 11:00 am




1) Please email Veteran photos to Chloe Rudland with the name and branch of service. CR3795@k12.sd.us

2) Rustic Heart Pictures are ready for order. If your student did not bring home your code, please email Mrs. Johnson at rusticheart26@gmail.com.
19 days ago, Brandie Merchen

On Wednesday, October 15, Mrs. Ludden's third grade students received dictionaries from the American Legion Auxiliary. Mrs. Mader was here to present each student with their own personal dictionary. A fun tradition every year! Thank you!!

23 days ago, John Oleson
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Bulletin 38

10/23/2025

Thursday 23rd:
Breakfast: Biscuits and gravy, fruit, juice
Lunch: Hot ham and cheese, baked beans, fruit

Weekly Activities Thursday 23rd
AAU Wrestling sign up – Gym 6:00 pm
Friday 24th
Wrestling Camp at RCC
NU Triangular (MT) 4:00 pm
Saturday 25th
Cross Country State at Huron
Wrestling Camp at RCC
Sunday 26th
Wrestling Camp at RCC

1) Please email Veteran photos to Chloe Rudland with the name. CR3795@k12.sd.us

2) Rustic Heart Pictures are ready for order. If your student did not bring home your code, please email Mrs. Johnson at rusticheart26@gmail.com.

3) Lost and found is in the lunchroom. Please pick up your items before Thursday; all items left will be donated.

23 days ago, Brandie Merchen