School’s out, and some students still forgot a few things behind! 😄 If you left your lunch bag in the school fridge, or a bicycle helmet, please call the office and arrange a time to pick them up soon. Unclaimed items may be donated or thrown away after the school cleanup. Have a great summer! ☀️

What a blast wrapping up the school year at Scotland School District!! 🎉 So grateful for an amazing year with our students and staff—have a fantastic summer!

🏀🔥 **Trapper Boys Basketball Summer Schedule** 🔥🏀

Get ready for a summer of hoops, hard work, and getting better every day!

**📅 June 1–30**
Open Gyms in **Menno**
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 7:30–8:30 AM

**📅 June 17–18**
🏀 **Varsity Team Camp in Mitchell**
⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (both days)
*Priority given to upperclassmen*

**📅 July 1–7**
🚫 **Summer Moratorium**
(Rest up, recharge, and get ready to go again!)

**📅 July 8–31**
Open Gyms in **Scotland**
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 7:30–8:30 AM

📲 **Stay Connected:**
Remind: remind.com/join/trapperb
Website: https://sites.google.com/k12.sd.us/trappers-bball/home

Let’s put in the work this summer 💪

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers With Tough Game Against 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV
May 12, 2026 vs. 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers had trouble keeping up with 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV in a 19-1 loss on Tuesday.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV opened the scoring in the top of the first thanks to four walks. 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV first got on the board when Konda drew a walk, scoring one run.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV scored five runs on one hit in the top of the second inning. Waltner doubled, scoring two runs, and Penner drew a walk, scoring one run.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV scored five runs on one hit in the top of the third inning. Waltner drew a walk, scoring one run, Bradley drew a walk, scoring one run, Waltner grounded out, scoring one run, and a wild pitch scored one run.
Hargens took the loss for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The starter went one and one-third innings, surrendering 13 runs on two hits, striking out two and walking 17.
Bueber and Schaeffer were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected one hit for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Bueber went 1-for-2 at the plate and led the team with one run batted in. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Heckenlaible had the most chances in the field with three.
Waltner drove the middle of the lineup, leading 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV with two runs batted in. The 3-hole hitter went 1-for-2 on the day. Piehl and Waltner were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected one hit for 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV while hitting back-to-back. 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV had a strong eye at the plate, collecting 24 walks for the game. Tschetter, Konda, Weier, Bradley, Waltner, and Tieszen led the team with three walks each. Tschetter, Piehl, Konda, Waltner, Waltner, and Tieszen each stole multiple bases for 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV. 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV stole 18 bases in the game.
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers will travel to Ethan-Parkston JV for their next game on Monday.

Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers With Tough Game Against Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy
May 12, 2026 vs. Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers couldn't keep up with Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy and fell 12-1 on Tuesday at Menno.
Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy got on the board in the top of the first inning after Loofbourrow tripled down the right field line, and Thomas singled to center field, each scoring one run.
A single by Loofbourrow, a single by Thomas, and a double by Fransen helped Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy extend their early lead in the second.
Loofbourrow hit a solo home run to center field in the top of the sixth for the Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy.
Ross earned the win for Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy. The hurler allowed six hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 11 and walking one. Guthmiller took the loss for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The right-handed pitcher went seven innings, surrendering 12 runs on 15 hits, striking out 16 and walking three.
Bierle led Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers with one run batted in. The cleanup hitter went 2-for-3 on the day.
Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy tallied 15 hits in the game. Loofbourrow provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy with four runs batted in. The 3-hole hitter went 4-for-5 on the day. Waltner, Piehl, Tschetter, and Thomas each collected multiple hits for Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy. Tschetter stole two bases. Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy ran wild on the base paths, amassing four stolen bases for the game.
Next up for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers is a game at Ethan-Parkston on Monday.

Offense Hard To Come By In Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers Defeat To Canton JV
By GameChanger Media
Both teams were strong on the hill on Tuesday, but Canton Jv was just a little bit stronger at the plate in their 3-2 victory over Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Destry Hough started the game for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers and recorded nine outs.
Canton Jv were the first to get on the board in the first when a passed ball scored one run.
Alex Opland earned the win for Canton Jv. The starting pitcher surrendered three hits and two runs over five innings, striking out six and walking three. Hough took the loss for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The righty went three innings, allowing one run (zero earned) on four hits, striking out five and walking two.
Kolton Bierle and Luke Bierle were a one-two punch in the lineup, as each drove in one run for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Bierle, Bierle, and Hough each collected one hit for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers.
Kamden Winquist led Canton Jv with one run batted in. The right fielder went 1-for-1 on the day. Camden Surdez went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead Canton Jv in hits. Canton Jv had patience at the plate, collecting six walks for the game. Canton Jv turned one double play in the game.
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Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers Fall After Strong Showing By Canton Varsity C-Hawks
By GameChanger Media
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers had trouble keeping up with Canton Varsity C-Hawks in a 17-8 loss on Tuesday.
Canton Varsity C-Hawks got on the board in the top of the first inning after Jacoby Ulrikson singled down the left field line, and Espn Anderson doubled down the left field line, each scoring one run.
Canton Varsity C-Hawks added to their early lead in the top of the second inning when Wyette Greenwood doubled, scoring two runs, Shane Sehr tripled, scoring one run, and Ulrikson singled, scoring one run.
Canton Varsity C-Hawks added to their early lead in the top of the third inning after Theo Meister singled to center field, Ulrikson singled to center field, and Anderson doubled, each scoring one run.
Canton Varsity C-Hawks scored seven runs on five hits in the top of the fifth inning. Meister singled, scoring one run, Garret Lehr induced Ulrikson to hit into a fielder's choice, but one run scored, Keyvin Strand tripled, scoring two runs, Kayden Chaulk singled, scoring one run, Greenwood singled, scoring one run, and a passed ball scored one run.
Meister earned the win for Canton Varsity C-Hawks. The hurler gave up one hit and four runs over two and one-third innings, striking out five and walking five. Erick Buechler took the loss for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The righty went three innings, giving up nine runs (four earned) on 11 hits, striking out four and walking two.
Lane Pavel provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers with three runs batted in. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-4 on the day. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers had patience at the plate, amassing 11 walks for the game. Lehr, Riley Keppen, and Dylan Dvorak led the team with two walks each.
Canton Varsity C-Hawks piled up 18 hits in the game. Greenwood set the tone at the top of the lineup, leading Canton Varsity C-Hawks with five hits in six at bats. Ulrikson and Greenwood each drove in three runs for Canton Varsity C-Hawks. Meister, Landon Hill, and Anderson each collected multiple hits for Canton Varsity C-Hawks. Ryder Thompson paced Canton Varsity C-Hawks with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, collecting seven walks for the game.
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**Today is Tryout Day in Menno!**

Any students in **grades 8–11** interested in **Football or Basketball Cheer for the 2026–27 school year** should reach out to Coach Sternhagen or Coach Johnston.

**Tryouts:**

* **Today (May 13th) at 3:00 PM**
* **Location:** Menno

**Tryout Details:**

* Tryouts are done in partners
* You’ll perform:

* A toe touch + one additional jump of your choice
* Three chants
* One cheer
* A dance

If you weren’t able to attend open gym, you can still try out—materials are available from the coaches.

**Contact Information:**

* Coach Sternhagen: [carly.sternhagen@k12.sd.us](mailto:carly.sternhagen@k12.sd.us)
* Coach Johnston: [stayyellow333@gmail.com](mailto:stayyellow333@gmail.com)

If you have questions or are ready to cheer on the Trappers, reach out—we’d love to have you!

🎓 The countdown to Graduation 2026 is ON!

Get to know our amazing seniors through their Senior Spotlights—written by the Class of 2026 themselves! ✨

We’re proud of everything you’ve accomplished. Congratulations, SHS Class of 2026! 🎉

Ryleigh Weidenbach is a 2026 graduate of Scotland High School. Her plan is to attend the University of South Dakota located in Vermillion, South Dakota, in the fall of 2026. She plans to major in Health Sciences with a radiology specialization. Ryleigh is the youngest daughter of Kenneth Weidenbach and Billie Jo Hays. She has an older brother Zane (26) and an older sister Adrienne (23). Ryleigh has participated in volleyball, volleyball stats, band, play, ice hockey, track and field, student council, ALA Girl’s State, FFA, FCA, and FCCLA. She is involved in her church youth group, which she is the president of. Her hobbies include hanging out with family and friends and reading. Ryleigh’s favorite classes during her senior year were anatomy with Mr. Janish, government with Mr. Schlimgen, and ag mechanics with Mrs. Namminga.

Sports Physicals for 2026-27
by Jim Kocer, AD

Students who will be in grades 6-12 next school year who want to participate in middle school or high school athletics can prepare by getting their physical taken now. At the May school board meeting, it was decided that every athlete needs a physical every year (this is a change from the past when it was required every other year). Parents should complete the front page of the physical form (health history) and take it to the medical provider of your choice. The student needs to have a physical form on record at the school. The physical form can be picked up in Justice Mehlhaff’s office or in the envelope outside of my office or printed from the site: www.sdhsaa.com (click on athletics, then athletic forms, then physical exams, and scroll down to the last two pages). Please return this to Jim Kocer or to Justice Mehlhaff’s office. If you have any questions, you can call me at 605-464-7743, or e-mail at jim.kocer@k12.sd.us. Thank you.

Another change is that the ImPact baseline concussion test needs to be done every year (for those going out for a sport). Many students took it in April and this is sufficient. For those that were not required to take it for next year, this will now be, and it can be done in the school computer lab on August 5 at 8:00 a.m. (a reminder will be in the Journal and on Facebook). If you want to do it earlier, you can contact Shaina Tycz at 605-583-2227 to schedule an appointment.

Our local medical clinic information is listed below. Be sure to have the proper physical form with you.

Scotland Medical Clinic (583-2227): All providers working at the Scotland Medical Clinic are happy to offer physicals! Shannon Fanning, PA; Robin Myer, CNP; Ashley Nicola, CNP; Nancy Webb, CNP; Larissa Sanger, MD; Melody Shrack, MD; Carrie Fuhrer, PA. The clinic is offering two types of services for sports physicals: the regular sports physical for $25 to be paid on the day of the physical; or you can bring your child in for a yearly well-child physical, and we will add in the sports physical. The price of this would be determined by your insurance policy, with most insurances covering 100%. If you have a question on insurance coverage, please call the clinic so they can check your insurance benefits for you. You must call for an appointment and be sure to have the health history form completed and signed by a parent or guardian. The clinic hours are 8:00 to 5:00 on Monday-Friday and Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 12:00.—Melissa Gale, CEO, Landmann Jungman Memorial Hospital Avera.

If you choose to go elsewhere for your physical, be sure to take the physical form. Students will not be allowed to practice or compete until the physical form is in and the ImPact testing is completed. All of the forms should be turned in to Justice Mehlaff’s office or to Jim Kocer at Scotland High School.

🎉☀️ Last Day of School is HERE! ☀️🎉

It’s time to celebrate another amazing year at Scotland School District! 🧡🖤

📅 Last Day of School
⏰ Early Dismissal at 12:45 PM

Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a fun, safe, and relaxing summer! 🌴😎

Let’s finish strong, Highlanders! 💪

⚾️ GAME DAY ⚾️

Nothing beats baseball under the lights! 🔥

The Trappers are back at it today taking on the Eagles!

📍 @ Menno
⏰ 5:00 PM (Varsity & JV)

Let’s bring the energy, protect home turf, and play Trapper baseball! 🖤✨

Good luck, boys—time to go to work! 💪

🥎✨ SENIOR NIGHT – GAME DAY ✨🥎

It’s a special night in Menno as we celebrate our seniors! 🎓💛

Come out and support the Trappers as they take on the Phoenix!

📅 Tuesday, May 12, 2026
📍 Menno

Scotland/Menno Trappers vs. F/M/FA Phoenix

⏰ Game Times:
• Varsity – 4:00 PM
• JV – 6:00 PM

Let’s pack the stands, honor our seniors, and bring the energy! 🖤💛

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers Loses Despite Out Hitting Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers By GameChanger Media Even though Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers collected five hits to Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers's four, they still fell 15-1 on Monday. Sutton Bueber led Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers with two hits. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers got on the board in the top of the first inning after Leighton Bumgardner was struck by a pitch, Claire Bumgardner walked, Braylee Tegethoff walked, Adisyn Wingen walked, and Sawyer Hoffman was struck by a pitch, each scoring one run. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers scored five runs on two hits in the top of the second inning. Bumgardner drew a walk, scoring one run, Tegethoff singled, scoring two runs, Wingen doubled, scoring one run, and Bumgardner drew a walk, scoring one run. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers scored five runs on two hits in the top of the third inning. Delaney Jarding singled, scoring two runs, Bumgardner doubled, scoring two runs, and a steal of home scored one run. Tegethoff earned the win for Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers. The righty gave up five hits and one run over three innings, striking out five and walking three. Autumn Hargens took the loss for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The pitcher went two-thirds of an inning, giving up 15 runs on four hits, striking out one and walking 15. Bueber led Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers with one run batted in. The third baseman went 2-for-2 on the day. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Emmalyn Heckenlaible made the most plays with one. Jarding, Bumgardner, Tegethoff, and Wingen each collected one hit for Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers. Tegethoff went 1-for-1 at the plate and led the team with three runs batted in. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers had a strong eye at the plate, accumulating 15 walks for the game. Jarding, Bumgardner, Tegethoff, and Wingen led the team with three bases on balls each. Jarding, Bumgardner, Hoffman, and Tegethoff each stole multiple bases for Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers ran wild on the base paths, amassing 18 stolen bases for the game. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers didn't commit a single error in the field. Jarding had the most chances in the field with three. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers play at home on Tuesday against 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV in their next game. Copyright © 2026 GameChanger, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reuse or republication of this story must include the preceding attribution and is subject to the Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. Terms of Use, License Agreement, and Privacy Policy.

Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers Fall To Hanson Despite Strong Effort From Ervin Schrock By GameChanger Media Ervin Schrock collected three hits in three at bats, but Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers lost to Hanson 23-3 on Monday at Menno. Schrock tripled in the third inning, singled in the first inning, and singled in the fifth inning. Hanson got on the board in the first inning after Neecee Suber hit a solo home run to left field. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers jumped back into the lead in the bottom of the first inning after Schrock singled down the left field line, and Kadence Bierle tripled down the left field line, each scoring one run. Haleigh Haiar singled down the left field line, which helped Hanson tie the game at two in the top of the second. Hanson flipped the game on its head in the top of the third, scoring eight runs on seven hits to take the lead, 10-2. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Suber following a 6-pitch at-bat that drove in two. Hanson scored five runs on three hits in the top of the fourth inning. An error scored two runs, Skya White singled, scoring one run, and Rylee Furgeson singled, scoring two runs. Hanson scored eight runs on three hits in the top of the fifth inning. Haiar homered to center field, scoring three runs, Suber homered to center field, scoring two runs, Jacey Schoenrock homered to left field, scoring two runs, and an error scored one run. Schoenrock earned the win for Hanson. The hurler gave up eight hits and three runs over five innings, striking out 10 and walking none. Kylie Guthmiller took the loss for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The right-handed pitcher went four innings, giving up 22 runs (13 earned) on 16 hits, striking out six and walking six. Bierle and Schrock each drove in one run for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Schrock stole two bases. Hanson collected 16 hits in the game. Schoenrock, Tenly Slaba, White, and Suber each collected three hits for Hanson. Schoenrock and Suber hit multiple home runs for Hanson. Schoenrock and Suber each drove in five runs for Hanson. Haiar collected two hits for Hanson in five at bats. Furgeson paced Hanson with three walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, piling up eight walks for the game. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers play at home on Tuesday against Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy in their next game. Copyright © 2026 GameChanger, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reuse or republication of this story must include the preceding attribution and is subject to the Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. Terms of Use, License Agreement, and Privacy Policy.

⏰🎉 Reminder, Highlanders! 🎉⏰

Tomorrow is the LAST DAY of school! 🧡🖤

📅 Don’t forget:
⏰ Early Dismissal at 12:45 PM

Let’s finish the year strong and head into summer! ☀️😎

📢 Summer Training Info for Parents!

Just a quick reminder as you’re planning for next year:

👉 Jr. Program = for students going into 3rd–6th grade
👉 Main Program = for students going into 7th–12th grade

Both programs are part of the Coach Rozy Summer Performance Training and are designed to help students stay active, build skills, and improve performance.

📅 Jr. Program: Tuesdays & Thursdays (8:00–8:45 AM)
🔗 Sign up: https://aptg.co/xJ4GQY

📅 7–12 Program: Monday–Thursday (6:30–8:00 AM)
🔗 Sign up: https://aptg.co/HMXs1_

Please make sure you’re signing up for the correct group based on next year’s grade level!

Reach out if you have questions 👍

Good luck to our Scotland/Menno Trapper Middle School athletes at the MS Relays! 🏃‍♂️🔥

📍 Menno

⏱ Field Events – 1:00 PM
⏱ Running Events – 2:30 PM

Run fast, pass strong, jump high, and throw far! 💪💛 Have fun, compete hard, and cheer each other on!

🥎🔥 **GOOD LUCK TRAPPERS!** 🔥🥎

It’s game day in Menno! The Trappers are ready to take on Hanson—let’s bring the energy! 💪

📅 **Monday, May 11, 2026**
📍 **Menno**

**Scotland/Menno vs. Hanson**

⏰ **Game Times:**
• Varsity – 4:30 PM
• JV – 6:30 PM

Come out and support the Trappers or cheer them on from wherever you are! 🖤💛

Let’s go, Trappers!