New Underwood School District 51-3

High school students from Mrs. Calvetti's Career Exploration class made construction diorama's.

The school office will open late tomorrow. Hours will be 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.

Day 4 of March Madness Tournament of Books! Today, we had Jacob H and his reading partner reading 'David Goes to School' vs. Ridge L and Carter M who read 'Shhhhh! Everybody's Sleeping'. Today's reading champions were Ridge and Carter!

Library has been filled with Dr. Seuss! We have been reading about and learning about him all week! One of the centers in the library has been simply building with cups! We have a lot of future engineers, architects, construction managers, civil engineers, carpenters, interior designers, (the list could go on forever!) within the walls of New Underwood Elementary!

Bulletin 98 3/6/2025
Meal Thursday 6th: Breakfast: Green grinch smoothie, parfait, fruit, juice Lunch: Sub sandwiches, fresh veggies, fruit, juice
Activities Thursday 6th End of 3rd Quarter Friday 7th BBB Regions at Wall 6:30 pm bus time 4:45pm Teacher in Service Saturday 8th MSBBB at Lead Bus Time 8:45 am
1. Seniors, please email your senior and baby photos with a quote to Mrs. Calvetti and Miss Fehr. No later than April 3rd.
2. Mrs. Walters is missing two of her yellow graphing calculators. If you borrow one, please return it to her room as soon as possible. Thank you.
3. Prom Forms: All New Underwood students bringing an outside guest to prom MUST complete a prom form, which is available on Mrs. Merchen's desk.
4. 6th – 12th Track meeting on Monday, March 10th in the music room right after school.
5. On Monday, March 10th, at 3:30 pm, the concession stand will be having a closeout sale. Walking Tacos, Super Nachos, and Pretzels $2 Pizza Rolls, Pizza and Hot Dogs $1 Pop and Powerade $2 Water, Candy and Popcorn $1
6. Congratulations Landyn and his Rushmore Thunder JV team, on securing the League Championship for the regular season! This weekend, they’re competing for the State Title locally at the Thunderdome, starting tomorrow night.

NOTICE OF DEADLINE FOR VOTER REGISTRATION Voter registration for the New Underwood School District 51-3 Election to be held on April 8, 2025, will close on March 24, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Failure to register by this date will cause forfeiture of voting rights for this election. If you are in doubt about whether you are registered, check the Voter Information Portal at www.sdsos.gov or call the county auditor at 605-394-2153. Registration may be completed during regular business hours at the county auditor's office, municipal finance office, secretary of state's office, and those locations which provide driver's licenses, SNAP, TANF, WIC, military recruitment, and assistance to the disabled as provided by the Department of Human Services. You may contact the county auditor to request a mail-in registration form or access a mail-in form at (www.sdsos.gov or a county provided website with a link to a voter registration form - insert one option or the other). Any voter who needs assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may contact the county auditor for information and special assistance in voter registration. Amanda Trople, Business Manager New Underwood School District 51-3

It was Day 3 of the March Madness Tournament of Books! Today's readers were Taten M and Sylver B who read 'Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type' vs. Cassius A and Owen D who read 'I'm a Unicorn'. Today's bracket winners were Cassius and Owen!

Miss South Dakota, Joelle Simpson, came to visit New Underwood Elementary students in celebration of Read Across America Week. Miss SD was able to have a special lunch with her two second cousins, Savvy (first grade) and Cami (fourth grade). She then went to their classrooms to read to the girls' classmates. We appreciate Miss South Dakota taking time from her busy schedule to come visit our school.

Here's some great readers celebrating reading!!

Today is Wacky Wednesday!! The elementary school is celebrating reading!

Bulletin 97 3/5/2025 Meal Wednesday 5th: Breakfast: French toast, sausage, fruit, juice Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit Thursday 6th: Breakfast: Green grinch smoothie, parfait, fruit, juice Lunch: Sub sandwiches, fresh veggies, fruit, juice Activities Thursday 6th End of 3rd Quarter Friday 7th BBB Regions at Wall 6:30pm; bus time 4:45pm Teacher in Service Saturday 8th MSBBB at Lead Bus Time 8:45 am 1. Seniors, please email your senior and baby photos with a quote to Mrs. Calvetti and Miss Fehr. No later than April 3rd. 2. Mrs. Walters is missing two of her yellow graphing calculators. If you borrow one, please return it to her room as soon as possible. Thank you. 3. Prom Forms: All New Underwood students bringing an outside guest to prom MUST complete a prom form. Forms are available on Mrs. Merchen's desk. 4. 6th – 12th Track meeting on Monday, March 10th in the music room right after school.

Today, was Day 2 of the March Madness Tournament of Books. Reading the book 'Do Not Open This Book!' was Lexi H. and Nikkita K. vs. the book ' You Are (Not) Small' read by Cooper F. and Chase P. The competition winners in today's read-off are Cooper and Chase, reading ‘You Are (Not) Small’.

Cat in the Hat and Thing 1 and Thing 2 stopped by to read to the elementary students on Monday to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and Read Across America week!

Elementary students had a visit this week from Dr. Kirsten Kennedy and Tealene Jones, from Dedicated Dental Solutions in Rapid City. Dr. Kennedy visited with the students about the importance of maintaining a healthy mouth and taking care of their teeth. Each student received a new toothbrush and some dental floss. Thanks for coming to visit with us, Dr. Kennedy and Tealene!

February the elementary staff looked for students who show the character trait Wit in a respectful and well placed manner. The nominees for Wit were Quynn C. , Rory P. . Bryndel B. , Kolt H., Liam R. and Loren R. The emcee of the Tiger Way presentation was Ella. The recipients of the award went to Quynn and Loren! Congratulations to all the nominees and award recipients!

It's CRAZY SOCK DAY in the elementary!!

Bulletin 96 3/4/2025
Meal Tuesdays 4th: Breakfast: Banana bread, yogurt, fruit, juice Lunch: Tacos, corn, refried beans, fruit
Wednesday 5th: Breakfast: French toast, sausage, fruit, juice Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit
Thursday 6th: Breakfast: Green grinch smoothie, parfait, fruit, juice Lunch: Sub sandwiches, fresh veggies, fruit, juice
Activities
Tuesday 4th BBB Regions at New Underwood with Bennett County at 6:00 pm Thursday 6th End of 3rd Quarter Friday 7th BBB Regions (TBA) Teacher in Service Saturday 8th MSBBB at Lead Bus Time 8:45 am
1. Seniors, please email your senior and baby photos with a quote to Mrs. Calvetti and Miss Fehr. No later than April 3rd.
2. Mrs. Walters is missing two of her yellow graphing calculators. If you borrow one, please return it to her room as soon as possible. Thank you.
3. Prom Forms: All New Underwood students bringing an outside guest to prom MUST complete a prom form. Forms are available on Mrs. Merchen's desk.

Today, was the beginning of the annual March Madness Tournament of Books! Thanks to Mrs. Rodenbaugh, our librarian, the students can enjoy this ongoing tradition. The tournament started off with four of our 5th grade students. Theo L. and Ryder M. who read 'Porter the Hoarder and the Ransacked Room vs. Celton B. and Loren R. who read 'Bugs in my Hair!' Today's winners were Theo and Ryder who read 'Porter the Hoarder'.

One of our very own 7th grade students, Chaisie Julson, spent a week at our state capital for the TeenPact Leadership Class. 'The Four Day Class is a dynamic, hands-on leadership experience where students learn about state government from a Christian worldview. Students gather to run for office, participate in a mock legislature, and learn about how they can be effective leaders in their community back home.' Way to go, Chaisie! We are proud of you.

Bulletin 95 3/3/2025
Meal Monday 3rd: Breakfast: Cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice Lunch: Chicken alfredo, peas, garlic bread, fruit
Tuesdays 4th: Breakfast: Banana bread, yogurt, fruit, juice Lunch: Tacos, corn, refried beans, fruit
Wednesday 5th: Breakfast: French toast, sausage, fruit, juice Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, fruit
Thursday 6th: Breakfast: Green grinch smoothie, parfait, fruit, juice Lunch: Sub sandwiches, fresh veggies, fruit, juice
Activities
Tuesday 4th BBB Regions at New Underwood with Bennett County at 6:00 pm
Thursday 6th End of 3rd Quarter
Friday 7th BBB Regions (TBA) Teacher in Service
Saturday 8th MSBBB at Lead Bus Time 8:45 am
1. Seniors, please email your senior and baby photos with a quote to Mrs. Calvetti and Miss Fehr. No later than April 3rd.
2. The HS GBB meeting is on Monday, March 3rd, at 4:00 in Miss Fehrs's room. Please bring your practice jerseys.
3. Mrs. Walters is missing two of her yellow graphing calculators. If you borrow one, please return it to her room as soon as possible. Thank you.
4. There is a Student Council Meeting tomorrow, March 4th, in the Tiger Den at 7:30 am.