It can also be found at https://aptg.co/dFpKMl
Reminder! Our seniors will be presenting their senior projects to the public on Thursday, April 30, starting at 5:15 PM. Presentations will wrap up shortly before the band concert.
We hope you can join us to see all their hard work come together! The full schedule is attached.
🎶🍦 Music + Ice Cream = The Perfect Night! 🍦🎶
Join us for the 5th- 12th Scotland Band Spring Concert this Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM!
🎟️ Just $2 admission (includes an ice cream treat!)
🍪 Extra treats available for purchase
Come enjoy a great performance and support our band’s trip to Nashville 2027! 🎺🎵
Half day Preschool Open House Registration is tonight!
On National Superhero Day, we celebrate the everyday heroes in our school and community—teachers, paras, kitchen staff, maintenance, administration, coaches, bus drivers, and volunteers—who go above and beyond for our students.
Who’s your superhero? Give them a shoutout below!
Thank you for getting our students safely to and from school, activities, and sporting events every single day. Your dedication, patience, and care do not go unnoticed—we appreciate all that you do for our students and community!
Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Good luck to our teams competing at the Platte-Geddes/Corsica-Stickney Invite!
📍 JV – Platte
📍 MS – Corsica
🕙 10:00 AM Tee Time
Play confident, stay focused, and have a great day on the course! 💪🏌️
Let’s go, Trappers! 🖤💛
📍 Alcester
⏱ Field Events – 11:00 AM
⏱ Running Events – 1:00 PM
Run fast, jump high, throw far—and go compete! 💪🖤💛
Good luck to our 3rd & 4th graders—stay calm, take your time, and do your best today!
Plus, enjoy a FREE breakfast sponsored by Poet to help you start your day strong!
Reminder: ImPACT Concussion Testing today!
If you will be in grades 7, 9, or 11 next school year (2026–27), are a new student planning to participate in athletics, or are a football player age 12 or older (any grade), you must complete ImPACT concussion baseline testing.
📍 Location: Computer Lab (near the library)
🕢 Time: 7:30 a.m. each day
Schedule:
• Tuesday, April 28 – Incoming 9th grade
• Wednesday, April 29 – Incoming 11th grade
• Thursday, April 30 – Football players (age 12+) not in grades 7, 9, 11
Important:
• You must be at least 12 years old on the day of testing
• Bring your signed permission slip (required to test)
• If you miss your scheduled time, you will need to complete the test later as arranged by the physical therapist
• This test must be completed before your first practice next school year
Questions? Contact Jim Kocer at 605-583-2237 or jim.kocer@k12.sd.us
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 👍
Athletes must be a Junior or a Senior, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, be involved in community and school activities, be an elite athlete, and be nominated by their coach or administration. The Elite Eight Committee votes on the nominations based on criteria.
23rd Annual Elite Eight Athlete of the Year Award made possible by KORN News Radio, Q107-3 and KORN Country 92-1.
Britany Rueb – Scotland (Sr.), Wrestling
Rueb completed one of the most dominant careers in South Dakota girls wrestling history, capping her senior season with a perfect 29-0 record and her fourth state championship. A pioneer in the sport, she was also the first-ever girls state wrestling champion in South Dakota and finishes her career with a remarkable 162-9 record.
Competing for Bon Homme/Scotland/Avon, Rueb became just the third wrestler in state history to win four state titles, cementing her place among the elite athletes in the sport’s early years. Her senior title run was especially meaningful, as it came following a significant knee injury that ended her junior season. Through months of rehab and determination, she returned to the mat and never lost, earning Mitchell Republic Girls Wrestler of the Year honors in 2026.
“Britney is very deserving of this award because she is definitely an elite athlete and person,” said coach Jim Kocer.
Rueb’s impact goes beyond her accomplishments on the mat. A key part of the early growth of girls wrestling in South Dakota, she helped set the standard for future athletes while training alongside former standout Peyton Hellmann, pushing each other to elite levels.
In the classroom, Rueb has maintained a 3.7 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society. She is also active in Scotland FFA, was a two-time state qualifier in cross country, and is involved in her church’s Luther League, contributing to numerous service projects.
Rueb will continue her wrestling career at Southeast Community College in Beatrice, Nebraska, but leaves behind a legacy as one of the foundational stars of girls wrestling in South Dakota.
https://kornradio.com/sports/2026-elite-eight-girls-athletes-of-the-year/
Today’s softball game vs. Viborg-Hurley has been postponed due to rain. ☔
A makeup date will be announced at a later time.
Stay tuned for updates and Go Trappers! 🖤💛
Reminder: ImPACT Concussion Testing today!
If you will be in grades 7, 9, or 11 next school year (2026–27), are a new student planning to participate in athletics, or are a football player age 12 or older (any grade), you must complete ImPACT concussion baseline testing.
📍 Location: High School Computer Lab (near the library)
🕢 Time: 7:30 a.m. each day
Schedule:
• Monday, April 27 – Incoming 7th grade
• Tuesday, April 28 – Incoming 9th grade
• Wednesday, April 29 – Incoming 11th grade
• Thursday, April 30 – Football players (age 12+) not in grades 7, 9, 11
Important:
• You must be at least 12 years old on the day of testing
• Bring your signed permission slip (required to test)
• If you miss your scheduled time, you will need to complete the test later as arranged by the physical therapist
• This test must be completed before your first practice next school year
Questions? Contact Jim Kocer at 605-583-2237 or jim.kocer@k12.sd.us
By GameChanger Media
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers couldn't keep up with Parkston Varsity Trojans and fell 12-1 on Sunday.
Parkston Varsity Trojans got on the board in the top of the third inning after Gage Reichert singled down the left field line, and Hayden Mette grounded out, each scoring two runs.
Parkston Varsity Trojans scored five runs on four hits in the top of the fifth inning. Javin Kniffen tripled, scoring one run, Grady Bowar singled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, and Mette singled, scoring one run.
Lane Pavel stepped on the bump first for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The pitcher allowed one hit and four runs over two and one-third innings, striking out four and walking six. Wyatt Anderson stepped on the hill first for Parkston Varsity Trojans. The pitcher allowed four hits and one run over five innings, striking out five and walking four.
Erick Buechler, Pavel, Carson Pietz, and Luke Bierle each collected one hit for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Hunter Clark led the team with one run batted in.
Reichert and Mason Jervik each collected two hits for Parkston Varsity Trojans. Reichert, Bowar, and Mette each drove in two runs for Parkston Varsity Trojans. Carson Bueber led Parkston Varsity Trojans with three walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, accumulating 10 walks for the game. Jervik stole two bases. Parkston Varsity Trojans were sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Bueber had the most chances in the field with seven.
Next up for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers is a game against Vermillion Varsity Tanagers on Wednesday.
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Reminder: ImPACT Concussion Testing this week
If you will be in grades 7, 9, or 11 next school year (2026–27), are a new student planning to participate in athletics, or are a football player age 12 or older (any grade), you must complete ImPACT concussion baseline testing.
📍 Location: High School Computer Lab (near the library)
🕢 Time: 7:30 a.m. each day
Schedule:
• Monday, April 27 – Incoming 7th grade
• Tuesday, April 28 – Incoming 9th grade
• Wednesday, April 29 – Incoming 11th grade
• Thursday, April 30 – Football players (age 12+) not in grades 7, 9, 11
Important:
• You must be at least 12 years old on the day of testing
• Bring your signed permission slip (required to test)
• If you miss your scheduled time, you will need to complete the test later as arranged by the physical therapist
• This test must be completed before your first practice next school year
Questions? Contact Jim Kocer at 605-583-2237 or jim.kocer@k12.sd.us
Best of luck to Charlotte and Jerrica as they compete at State FCCLA! 👏
They will be presenting in the Event Management STAR Event, where students showcase their skills in planning, organization, and leadership through real-world projects.
Your hard work, creativity, and dedication have already made us proud—now go shine on the state stage! ✨
It’s another busy week with plenty of activities on the schedule—be sure to check it out so you don’t miss anything!
⏰ Reminder: School will dismiss early on May 12th at 1:00 PM.
⚠️ As always, events are subject to change, so please watch for updates from coaches and advisors.
Have a great week, Highlanders! 🧡🖤
