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ImPact concussion testing for sports participation Many students have already taken this last April, but if they did not, here is another opportunity to get this completed. Students who will be in grades 7, 9, and 11 this school year (2025-26) and new students to the district who plan on going out for athletics plus all football players (at least 12 years of age) no matter what grade you will be in, must do the ImPact testing. This is a baseline test (takes about 30 minutes) which is used concerning concussion testing. It will be done by Shaina Tycz, PT, DPT at Landmann-Jungman Hospital on August 6, at 8:00 a.m. in the school computer lab next to the library. If this date does not work for you, you can call Shaina at 605-583-6110 to schedule a date. You can contact Jim Kocer at 583-2773 or e-mail at jim.kocer@k12.sd.us if you have any questions.

Sports physicals for 2025-26 by Jim Kocer, AD Students who will be in grades 6-12 this school year who want to compete in middle school or high school athletics must have their physicals taken before practice begins. The student needs to have a physical form on record at the school with an actual physical being done every two years. An interim form (no physical required) must be signed by the parents during the in-between year. Parents can choose to have their child do a physical every year. If you do not know which type is needed for next year, you can contact Jim Kocer at 583-2773, or e-mail him at jim.kocer@k12.sd.us. The forms, set by the SDHSAA, have been updated and the parents should take the time to complete them accurately. The interim form is one sheet and the physical form is on two sheets (the first sheet should be completed before going to the medical provider doing the physical). If you need an interim or physical form, you can print them by going to the www.sdhsaa.com site and go to athletics, then forms under resources, and then click on physicals exam (the forms are on the last three pages). Physicals can be taken at the Scotland Medical Clinic (583-2227). If you choose to go elsewhere for your physical, be sure you have the proper forms with you. Students will not be allowed to practice or compete until the physical forms are in. All of the forms should be turned in to Jim Kocer at Scotland High School.

🎉 Check out what the Juniors are “rodeoing” up for fundraisers during Rodeo Days on Saturday, August 9! 🤠 Come on out and show your support as they raise money for Prom 2026! You won’t want to miss the fun—your support helps make their big night unforgettable!

ImPact concussion testing for sports participation Many students have already taken this last April, but if they did not, here is another opportunity to get this completed. Students who will be in grades 7, 9, and 11 this school year (2025-26) and new students to the district who plan on going out for athletics plus all football players (at least 12 years of age) no matter what grade you will be in, must do the ImPact testing. This is a baseline test (takes about 30 minutes) which is used concerning concussion testing. It will be done by Shaina Tycz, PT, DPT at Landmann-Jungman Hospital on August 6, at 8:00 a.m. in the school computer lab next to the library. If this date does not work for you, you can call Shaina at 605-583-6110 to schedule a date. You can contact Jim Kocer at 583-2773 or e-mail at jim.kocer@k12.sd.us if you have any questions.

We hope you all have been enjoying your summer break! PK-6th grades were each given a summer reading challenge packet with grade-level book lists, 60+ reading/writing challenge ideas, & the summer library events. This is your friendly reminder that there is less than a month left to work on your challenge packet! Open a good book and mark some of that summer reading off your to-do list! Build a fort, read to a sibling, read on your car ride, and more fun ideas can be found inside your packet!☀️ *return at Open House on 8/13 to earn a special activity with Mrs. Martin after school begins!* 🤩

There will be no boys basketball open gym tomorrow (Thursday, July 17).

There will be a special board meeting to discuss the addition of Junior Kindergarten. If you would like to attend please come on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Community Room.

📸 Strike a Pose & Support SHS Media Club! 🎥
Scotland Rodeo Days Vendor Fair – August 9th | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Located in the School Parking Lot next to Hattie Cakes
(Please note: Closed during the parade from 1:00 PM–??)

Come out to the Scotland Rodeo Days Vendor Fair and support the SHS Media Club! Help us provide top-notch resources for our photography and livestreaming classes.

For a suggested donation of just $10 per high-quality photo, you’ll get a fun photo op—complete with a saddle to sit on and possibly even a costume to wear! Dress up your cowgirl, cowboy, or rodeo-loving crew and let us capture a memory for you. 🤠📷

**These photos will be emailed to you within a week!

The Scotland FFA Chapter is in search of official dress components to loan out to students in need or unable to afford these items. Any sizes will be accepted in either gender. If you have any gently used official dress items that you'd like to donate please message here or email emily.namminga@k12.sd.us Thank you!

Some of the Scotland highlander volleyball team attended a two day volleyball team camp at the Sanford Pentagon yesterday and today. They worked hard, played hard, learned a lot and enjoyed team building. They are getting more and more excited for the upcoming Fall season. Go Highlanders 🏐

🎉 Big congrats to Kailin Odens and her team roping partner, Chauncey Driscoll! They placed 3rd yesterday in Team Roping at the SDHSRA State Finals! 🤠🏅 Because of their great run, they’ll now be competing in the 9:00 AM performance—let’s go! Good luck, Kailin & Chauncey! 💪🐎💨 Performances are live streaming at: https://youtube.com/@sdpbdotorg?si=9v-gR01a1jBLygpw Or: https://sdpb.org/

📣 High School Finals Rodeo Time! 🐎 Good luck to the Scotland/Menno Rodeo youth that are all competing in Team Roping!!! Brothers, Eli and Austin are up this morning and again tomorrow night. Kailin is up tonight and tomorrow morning with her partner, Chauncey Driscoll. Let’s wish them clean runs and fast times! 💪 Catch the action live at 👉 SDPB.org/Rodeo

🎉 🥎 BIG shoutout to our Trapper Softball standouts! 🥎 🎉 👏 Congratulations to Trinity Bietz on earning Honorable Mention All-State for spring softball! Your hard work and big bat didn’t go unnoticed! And let’s give it up for our Team Awards winners who brought the heat all season long: 🔥 MVP of Offense – Trinity Bietz 🛡️ MVP of Defense – Kylie Guthmiller 💨 Hustler Award – Nora Robb ⚡ Sparkplug Award – Ervin Schrock 📈 Most Improved – Kimmy Kubal 🌟 JV MVP – Emmarie Rames Way to go, ladies – your grit, hustle, and team spirit made us proud all season long! 🥎