Reminder: Smart Social Event Tonight @ 6:00 PM

The Impact of Screen Time on Motivation, Health & Academics

Attend this LIVE parent event (students welcome) to learn:
- How screen time impacts a teen's motivation, health, and academics
- The hidden dangers for teens of unmonitored screen time
- Practical strategies for families to set limits, balance screen time, and create healthy connections

Registration allows viewing after the event.

1 day ago, Summer Schultz
Smart Social

Congratulations to former Bobcat Basketball Coach Lynn Frederick for receiving the John Wooden Legacy Award. This award is given to 2 coaches from each state in the nation. Congrats Coach Fred for making Bobcat Nation proud!

7 days ago, Brookings School District
Coach Frederick
Reminder: No school March 12th-13th for March Spring Break.
16 days ago, Brookings School District
no school reminder march 12-13 for march spring break.

This week, we recognize and thank the Brookings School Board for their leadership, service, and dedication to our students, staff, and community. We appreciate all you do to support learning in Brookings! #GoBobcats

about 1 month ago, Brookings School District
Brookings school district board members: Front Row: Teri Johnson and Debra DeBates Second Row: Teresa Binkley, Wesley Tschetter, and Cassie Juba
Congratulations to Brookings High School student Elizabeth Biever, who performed on cello at Carnegie Hall with the High School Honors Performance Series Symphony Orchestra in February 2026. Selected from nearly 10,000 nominees worldwide, Elizabeth’s achievement reflects years of dedication and musical excellence. Learn more: https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/article/2704536
about 1 month ago, Brookings School District
Elizabeth Biever standing in front of the iconic " I love NY" sign with her cello case.
Elizabeth on stage with other performers, smiling.
Reminder: No school (ECE-5th grade ONLY) Friday, February 13th.
about 1 month ago, Brookings School District
no school reminder friday february 13 for ece-5th grade only.

Families are invited to attend a virtual Roblox & Minecraft Safety Night on Wednesday, February 5, hosted by SmartSocial. This session will provide an overview of how Roblox and Minecraft work, highlight potential online safety risks, and share practical tips and settings to support safe, responsible digital citizenship at home. Registration is required: https://streamyard.com/watch/w9B7QPquTnVP

about 2 months ago, Brookings School District
Two young kids holding video controllers, smiling as they play video games.

Brookings School District will be CLOSED on Friday, January 23.

2 months ago, Summer Schultz
Brookings School District is closed due to inclement weather on Friday, January 23rd, 2026.
BSD will have an 11:30 release on Wednesday, 1/21. Light snow is predicted at high confidence levels later this AM, and wind gusts of 50 MPH are possible this afternoon. Students will be fed prior to dismissal.
2 months ago, Summer Schultz
Reminder: No school Monday, January 19th for MLK Jr. Day.
2 months ago, Brookings School District
no school reminder for monday january 19 for mlk jr day.

School will run on time today, as well as activity bus departures. Please remind student drivers that roads may be slick due to blowing snow. Have a great Friday, Bobcats!

2 months ago, Summer Schultz
Reminder: Noon dismissal on Friday, December 19th. No school December 22nd-January 5th for Winter Break.
3 months ago, Brookings School District
no school reminder for winter break december 22-january 5.
Such a sweet night of learning and connection! Our Early Childhood and Preschool families enjoyed hands-on, gingerbread-themed activities that brought learning through play to life and made meaningful memories together.
3 months ago, Brookings School District
Collage image of staff, families, and learners engaging in gingerbread-themed activities. Parents reading books to their kids, teachers helping learners with activities at a table, a student in a decorated gingerbread house.
Hillcrest | Principal Mogard reading a holiday story.
3 months ago, Brookings School District
Principal Mogard holding a book she is reading in front of a class of students. A student is seen engaging with the story and seems to be asking a question.
MMS | A visit from The Grinch on one of the fun dress up days!
3 months ago, Brookings School District
Two students dressed up in Grinch onesies posing with a staff member dressed up as The Grinch.
Student posing with a staff member dressed up as The Grinch.
Student posing with a staff member dressed up as The Grinch.
Student posing with a staff member dressed up as The Grinch.
All after-school activities and activity travel for December 9, 2025, are canceled due to potential travel issues.
4 months ago, Summer Schultz

MMS | Students designed and built their own launchers using lessons on potential energy and simple machines, then put them to the test by launching cork stoppers. 🚀

4 months ago, Brookings School District
collage image of students with their launchers.

BHS | M. Paige’s class hosted a “Pie Day” and invited special guests to join the fun! 🥧 The students were especially proud of their beautiful lattice work and cinnamon-topped apple pies.

4 months ago, Brookings School District
Students showing off their apple pie.
A student with a guest showing off their apple pie.
Reminder: No school November 26th-28th for Thanksgiving Break.
4 months ago, Brookings School District
no school reminder november 26-28 for thanksgiving break.
DP | Students and staff are really getting into the "Fill the Bus" Donation Drive!
4 months ago, Brookings School District
Students holding a "Fill our Bus" sign.
Manners moose holding the principal.
Manners moose having fun.
Students holding a sign.