Information for the Middle School Cornbelt Conference Tournament this Saturday
1. 8-minute quarters – running clock; last 1 minute of each half the clock will stop.
2. 2-minute halftime; 3 timeouts per game; 5 minutes between games.
3. Top team in the bracket will wear their light uniform.
4. Admission: $6.00 – Adults $4.00 – Students
Cornbelt Passes Accepted
5. Concessions Available
1. 8-minute quarters – running clock; last 1 minute of each half the clock will stop.
2. 2-minute halftime; 3 timeouts per game; 5 minutes between games.
3. Top team in the bracket will wear their light uniform.
4. Admission: $6.00 – Adults $4.00 – Students
Cornbelt Passes Accepted
5. Concessions Available
December Events from the desk of Jim Kocer, AD
December 1—Boys basketball practice begins
December 2—Band concert, 7:00.
December 4—Middle school girls basketball at Bon Homme, 4:00 (3 games). Middle school boys basketball vs. McCook Central/Montrose at Menno, 4:00.
December 5—Bon Homme/Scotland/Avon girls wrestling duals at Viborg.
December 5-6--State Oral Interp. In Watertown.
December 6—Scotland/Menno boys at Kimball Wrestling Tournament, 10:00. MS girls basketball at Cornbelt Tournament in Canistota. MS boys basketball at Cornbelt Tournament in Freeman. 6th grade girls basketball tournament at Avon.
December 7-8—State FFA LDEs at Rapid City.
December 8—Parkston middle school/JV wrestling tournament, 4:30.
December 9—Girls basketball vs. Bridgewater-Emery at Emery, 6:15.
December 10—Winter sports/activities pictures, 1:30.
December 11—Basketball double-header vs. Tripp-Delmont/Armour at Scotland (JV boys/girls-5:00, varsity girls-6:15, followed by varsity boys).
December 12—Elementary Christmas Concert and PTO Carnival, 6:30.
December 12-13—BHSA girl wrestlers at Rapid City tournament.
December 13—Gregory wrestling tournament. Great Plains Conference MS Girls Basketball Tournament at Avon. Middle school boys basketball at Alcester-1:30. Basketball double-header vs. Alcester-Hudson at Alcester (JV boys/girls-4:00, varsity girls-5:15, followed by varsity boys).
December 15—Beresford middle school/JV wrestling tournament, 4:00.
December 16—Middle school boys basketball vs. Bon Homme at Scotland, 4:00. Basketball double-header vs. Bon Homme at Scotland (JV boys/girls-5:15, varsity girls-6:30, followed by varsity boys, parent's night). BHSA girls and BHA boys wrestling quad at Tyndall.
December 18—Middle school basketball double-header vs. Parker/Marion at Scotland (boys—4:00, 4:45, girls-5:45, 6:30).
December 19—Basketball double-header vs. Hanson at Menno (JV-5:00, varsity girls-6:15, followed by varsity boys). End of first semester.
December 20—Mt. Vernon/Plankinton boys wrestling tournament at Plankinton, 9:30. BHSA girls at Canton girls wrestling tournament, 10:00.
December 20-January 4—no school, Christmas vacation.
December 22—Middle school/JV wrestling tournament at Salem, 2:00.
December 23-26—SDHSAA Winter Moratorium, no practices/competition.
December 29—BHSA girls at Floyd Farrand Girls Wrestling Tournament at Sioux Falls Lincoln, 9:30.
December 1—Boys basketball practice begins
December 2—Band concert, 7:00.
December 4—Middle school girls basketball at Bon Homme, 4:00 (3 games). Middle school boys basketball vs. McCook Central/Montrose at Menno, 4:00.
December 5—Bon Homme/Scotland/Avon girls wrestling duals at Viborg.
December 5-6--State Oral Interp. In Watertown.
December 6—Scotland/Menno boys at Kimball Wrestling Tournament, 10:00. MS girls basketball at Cornbelt Tournament in Canistota. MS boys basketball at Cornbelt Tournament in Freeman. 6th grade girls basketball tournament at Avon.
December 7-8—State FFA LDEs at Rapid City.
December 8—Parkston middle school/JV wrestling tournament, 4:30.
December 9—Girls basketball vs. Bridgewater-Emery at Emery, 6:15.
December 10—Winter sports/activities pictures, 1:30.
December 11—Basketball double-header vs. Tripp-Delmont/Armour at Scotland (JV boys/girls-5:00, varsity girls-6:15, followed by varsity boys).
December 12—Elementary Christmas Concert and PTO Carnival, 6:30.
December 12-13—BHSA girl wrestlers at Rapid City tournament.
December 13—Gregory wrestling tournament. Great Plains Conference MS Girls Basketball Tournament at Avon. Middle school boys basketball at Alcester-1:30. Basketball double-header vs. Alcester-Hudson at Alcester (JV boys/girls-4:00, varsity girls-5:15, followed by varsity boys).
December 15—Beresford middle school/JV wrestling tournament, 4:00.
December 16—Middle school boys basketball vs. Bon Homme at Scotland, 4:00. Basketball double-header vs. Bon Homme at Scotland (JV boys/girls-5:15, varsity girls-6:30, followed by varsity boys, parent's night). BHSA girls and BHA boys wrestling quad at Tyndall.
December 18—Middle school basketball double-header vs. Parker/Marion at Scotland (boys—4:00, 4:45, girls-5:45, 6:30).
December 19—Basketball double-header vs. Hanson at Menno (JV-5:00, varsity girls-6:15, followed by varsity boys). End of first semester.
December 20—Mt. Vernon/Plankinton boys wrestling tournament at Plankinton, 9:30. BHSA girls at Canton girls wrestling tournament, 10:00.
December 20-January 4—no school, Christmas vacation.
December 22—Middle school/JV wrestling tournament at Salem, 2:00.
December 23-26—SDHSAA Winter Moratorium, no practices/competition.
December 29—BHSA girls at Floyd Farrand Girls Wrestling Tournament at Sioux Falls Lincoln, 9:30.
Here is December's Issue of The Highlander Bagpipe. Thank you to the Middle School Journalism class for putting this together.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gBXUOnRQS9bJkdD2_bXBYx_ma_VuI_oS/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gBXUOnRQS9bJkdD2_bXBYx_ma_VuI_oS/view?usp=sharing
Here is the information for this weekends 6th GBB Tournament in Avon.
📣 5th-8th Grade Parents, this is your chance to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. trip!
Join us in the community room on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:30 PM. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!
Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29713927947?rsvp_id=29713927947
Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨
Join us in the community room on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:30 PM. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!
Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29713927947?rsvp_id=29713927947
Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨
🧠🎙️ Good Luck Today, Highlanders! 🎙️🧠
After being postponed, our Scotland Quiz Bowl Team is finally taking on Burke today at 10:15 AM in the Q107.3 Radio Quiz Bowl! Let’s cheer on Noah, Hope, Jacob, Coltan, and Kayla as they bring their knowledge, teamwork, and Highlander pride to the competition! 💪📚🧡🖤
A huge thank you to Mr. Schlimgen for guiding and supporting our team! 👏
📊 View the full Quiz Bowl bracket here:
👉 https://q107radio.com/quiz-bowl/
Good luck, Highlanders — you’ve got this! 🧡🖤💡
After being postponed, our Scotland Quiz Bowl Team is finally taking on Burke today at 10:15 AM in the Q107.3 Radio Quiz Bowl! Let’s cheer on Noah, Hope, Jacob, Coltan, and Kayla as they bring their knowledge, teamwork, and Highlander pride to the competition! 💪📚🧡🖤
A huge thank you to Mr. Schlimgen for guiding and supporting our team! 👏
📊 View the full Quiz Bowl bracket here:
👉 https://q107radio.com/quiz-bowl/
Good luck, Highlanders — you’ve got this! 🧡🖤💡
Monday - Sparkle & Shine
🎅✨ December Dress-Up Days! ✨🎄
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! Throughout December, students and staff are invited to join in on our optional dress-up days.🎄
Each day will have a fun theme to help us celebrate the season together — from cozy flannel days to festive sweaters and holiday colors!
💡 Participation is optional — it’s all about having fun and showing school spirit!
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! Throughout December, students and staff are invited to join in on our optional dress-up days.🎄
Each day will have a fun theme to help us celebrate the season together — from cozy flannel days to festive sweaters and holiday colors!
💡 Participation is optional — it’s all about having fun and showing school spirit!
Here’s the schedule of events for the week — please note that all times and activities are subject to change.
Postponed to tentatively next Saturday, December 6th - same time, same place
✨🎉 Reminder: After-Prom BINGO Tonight — After the Parade of Lights! 🎉✨
It’s almost BINGO Time! After you enjoy the Parade of Lights, head over to the Scotland School Aux Gym for a fun night of After-Prom Bingo in support of our Scotland students!
🗓️ Tonight — Saturday, November 29, 2025
📍 Scotland School Aux Gym
🕖 Doors open at 7:00 PM
🎲 Bingo starts at 7:30 PM
💰 Advanced Tickets: $20 for 2 hard cards
🎟️ At the Door: $25
Soft cards available per game!
Come for the lights, stay for the BINGO — and help support a great cause! 🙌
📞 For tickets or questions, contact:
Erin (605-661-5846), Kristi (605-660-1121), or Michelle (605-660-2076)
🎁 While you're out doing your Black Friday shopping… let us help make the holidays a little easier! 🎁
Get your gifts wrapped and support the Scotland Junior Class!
Stop by the Community Room on Friday, December 13th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM for a free-will donation gift wrapping event.
Bring your presents, and the Juniors will wrap them beautifully while you enjoy the holiday spirit! 🎄✨
Save your spot here:
👉 https://forms.gle/ftfcKyLgJChMT98E6
Support a great cause and check one more thing off your holiday to-do list! 🎁🙌
🔪✨ While you are Black Friday Shopping...Don't forget to support the Juniors! ✨🔪
Support the Junior Class by shopping their Rada Knives & Cutlery Fundraiser — perfect gifts for the holidays or to treat yourself! 🎁
🗓 Sales Open:
Each Junior has a catalog and order form if you’d rather order in person — or shop online here 👇
Still some slots open...
Scotland After Prom will be hosting High Stakes Bingo this Saturday 7:30 following Parade of Lights. We are in need of some items and help from both 9-12 students and parents.
10-12 graders have tickets if you are interested in joining us.
Sign-Up Genius:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E48A4AD2EABFF2-60601444-high?fbclid=IwY2xjawORSapleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFhdzVsNWdHQk1RMWVsalhHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHogEgy-2a0k14pPmHoBFDtPRy_DWZtQHAbWWXAgEywlLf-TyuejxGaHjgY_c_aem_R-iND1WcpIWaXXEoeel6gQ#/
🍁🎨 Look at These Amazing Student Creations! 🎨🍁
Our students have been busy spreading gratitude and fall cheer throughout the school! From our colorful Thankful Tree to the vibrant hallway displays filled with hand-decorated leaves, each piece reflects the creativity, thoughtfulness, and hard work of our learners.
A big thank you to our wonderful staff for guiding, encouraging, and helping bring these beautiful creations to life. Your support makes these moments possible! 🍂❤️
These projects remind us of all the things we’re thankful for — especially our students and staff, who brighten our hallways every day. 🧡🌟
Our students have been busy spreading gratitude and fall cheer throughout the school! From our colorful Thankful Tree to the vibrant hallway displays filled with hand-decorated leaves, each piece reflects the creativity, thoughtfulness, and hard work of our learners.
A big thank you to our wonderful staff for guiding, encouraging, and helping bring these beautiful creations to life. Your support makes these moments possible! 🍂❤️
These projects remind us of all the things we’re thankful for — especially our students and staff, who brighten our hallways every day. 🧡🌟
Wishing all a blessed Thanksgiving! Our Visual Communications class designed digital pumpkin spice lattes in Adobe Illustrator, and the results are fantastic. Enjoy their creative work! 🧡🖤🍂🍂🦃
Mark your calendars for Candy Cane Sales from Dec 8th - 12th!!!
Scotland After Prom will be hosting High Stakes Bingo this Saturday 7:30 following Parade of Lights. We are in need of some items and help from both 9-12 students and parents.
10-12 graders have tickets if you are interested in joining us.
Sign-Up Genius:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E48A4AD2EABFF2-60601444-high?fbclid=IwY2xjawORSapleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFhdzVsNWdHQk1RMWVsalhHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHogEgy-2a0k14pPmHoBFDtPRy_DWZtQHAbWWXAgEywlLf-TyuejxGaHjgY_c_aem_R-iND1WcpIWaXXEoeel6gQ#/
Hello! My name is Josiah Jasso, and I’m putting together a Scotland Community Cookbook for my Senior Project. I’d be grateful if you would share some of your favorite go-to recipes. You’re welcome to contribute as many as you like. Thank you for being part of this project and helping it come to life!
You can use this link or QR code to get to the form. Submissions must be made by Dec 17, 2025.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9wB5LI8mBvVA8HIJrwyQDj0LlXuUvPSQmKFx67LjoKlY-OQ/viewform?usp=header
You can use this link or QR code to get to the form. Submissions must be made by Dec 17, 2025.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9wB5LI8mBvVA8HIJrwyQDj0LlXuUvPSQmKFx67LjoKlY-OQ/viewform?usp=header
🎶 Mark Your Calendars! 🎶
The Scotland School 5–12 Band Christmas Concert is coming up soon!
📅 Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 SHS Main Gym
Come enjoy an evening of festive music and holiday cheer performed by our talented student musicians! 🎺🎄🧡🖤
The Scotland School 5–12 Band Christmas Concert is coming up soon!
📅 Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 SHS Main Gym
Come enjoy an evening of festive music and holiday cheer performed by our talented student musicians! 🎺🎄🧡🖤
Wishing everyone a relaxing five-day weekend and a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁
