
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!

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.

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.

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! 💪

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! 💪

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! 🖤💛

🎓 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! 🎉
Jenny Stark is a future 2026 graduate of Scotland High School. Her plans are to attend SDSU for Human Biology on the Pre-Med track. Jenny is the daughter of Jared and
Jessi Stark. She has three siblings: Jerica (19), Jillian (14), and Jayden (10). Jenny has been involved in volleyball, cheer, girls’ basketball stat, FFA, FCA, Play, Band, and
Student Council. She received the honors of National Honor Society, Superior Honor Roll, Girls State attendee, the Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award, and
Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Week. Jenny is also highly involved in her church serving in her youth group and as a CCD teacher.



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! ☀️😎

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 👍


📍 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!

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!

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! 🎉
Julianna Santiago is a 2026 graduate of Scotland High School. She plans to attend Southeast Technical College to study Veterinary Technology in Sioux Falls. She is the daughter of Melissa and Justin Jenkins. Julianna has two younger sisters Meah (12), Dezi (4) and one younger brother Kristopher (13). She has been involved in softball, volleyball and basketball stats, FFA, choir, and play. Julianna is currently employed at Menno-Olivet Care center as a dietary aid. In her free time, she likes to hang out with friends and family, fishing, and swimming.

Double the games, double the action! 🔥
The Trappers are in Freeman today for a varsity doubleheader:
🆚 Canistota/Freeman
⏰ 1:00 PM
🆚 Mt. Vernon/Plankinton/C-S
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 @ Freeman
⚾ Varsity Only
Stay locked in all day and bring the energy! 🖤✨
Good luck, Trappers—let’s get after it! 💪


We’re down to the final stretch—just a day and a half left of school this week! Finish strong and wrap things up.
🗓️ Be sure to check out the weekly events schedule below for everything happening as we close out the year.
☀️ Summer is almost here—let’s finish strong, Highlanders! 🧡🖤


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! 🎉
Britney Rueb is a 2026 graduate of Scotland High School! She plans to attend Southeast Community College to study Livestock Management and Production in the fall of 2026. Britney is the daughter of Joy and David Rueb. She is the youngest of four kids. She has two older brothers Jordan and DJ along with one sister, Alexys. Britney has been involved in band, FFA, FCA, National Honors Society, and youth group. She has also competed in wrestling and cross country, clinching her fourth State Girls Wrestling Championship and qualifying for the State Cross Country Meet as well. Britney’s favorite classes were her science classes. Her favorite teachers are Mr. Janish and Mr. Schlimgen. Britney stays active in her church and community as well! Britney is currently employed at the Youth Center. In her free time, she likes to babysit for families, workout, help on the farm, and hang out with her friends and family.
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! 🎉
Noah Pietz is a 2026 graduate of Scotland High School. He plans to attend South Dakota State University to major in mechanical engineering in the fall. He was born on March 4, 2008, in Yankton, South Dakota. Noah is the son of Carrissa and Aaron Pietz. He has one sibling which is Carson (14). Noah has participated in football, wrestling, track and field, baseball, and quiz bowl. Noah was Homecoming king his senior year. Noah likes to play sports, likes to watch sports, likes to fish, and likes to play video games.

