Homecoming Week starts tomorrow!
Don't forget to show your Bobcat spirit during our Homecoming Dress-Up Days this week!
Reminder: School will dismiss at 12:00 PM on Friday, September 25 for the Bobcat Homecoming Parade, beginning at 2:00 PM downtown.
Interested in participating in the parade? Parade Entry Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw5INT4k1HDRIPxvjV3X3C8OCZtaiBdDHR3yVXK7u_s7K7zw/viewform
Go Bobcats! ❤️🖤
This month, we're highlighting two Brookings High School graduates who have returned to BSD to help make a difference for the next generation.
Lynsey Magnus, BHS Class of 2009, serves as an Instructional Assistant at Dakota Prairie Elementary and Assistant Girls' Soccer Coach.
Zach Thomas, BHS Class of 2010, serves as Principal at Brookings High School.
Both share a special connection to the district they grew up in and the educators who helped shape their experiences. Now, they're continuing that legacy as members of the BSD team.
Take a look at their September Hometown Legacy features to learn more about their Bobcat roots and what brought them full circle.
Today is National IT Professionals Day!
We're celebrating the Brookings School District IT Department and the work they do each day to keep technology running across our schools!
Our four-person IT team manages more than 4,900 devices, supports approximately 3,400 students and nearly 500 staff members, and closed 1,435 technology support tickets last year. Together, they have an incredible 58 years of service with the Brookings School District!
Thank you, Grant Sunne, Travis Vlaminck, Jason Smidt, and Adam Vaux, for everything you do to keep our schools connected! ❤️🖤
Pictured left to right: Grant Sunne, Travis Vlaminck, Jason Smidt, and Adam Vaux.
It's Homecoming time, Bobcats!
The 2026 Bobcat Homecoming Parade is Friday, September 25, at 2:00 PM in downtown Brookings!
Want to be part of the parade? School groups, organizations, businesses, and community groups are invited to enter. Last year we had more than 70 entries—let's make this year's parade even bigger!
Parade entries are due by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, September 22.
👉 Learn more and register for the 2026 Bobcat Homecoming Parade!
GO BOBCATS! ❤️🖤
REMINDER: No School Monday, September 7
Brookings School District schools and administration office will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 8.
Tuesday, September 8th we're excited to launch our UPDATED School-to-School transfer service! Please visit the BSD Transportation Page on the Brookings School District Website for more information.
https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/page/transportation
📣 We’re Hiring Playground Supervisors!
The Brookings School District is looking for Playground Supervisors to help supervise and assist learners during lunch and recess.
Morning and midday hours are available, with schedules that can work well around college classes or other commitments. Pay starts at $14.75/hour.
Come spend a few hours of your day with our Bobcats! ❤️🖤
Apply today at brookings.k12.sd.us/employment.
Yesterday, our Bobcat staff came together for our annual all-staff meeting as we get ready for the 2026-27 school year!
The Bobcat Band and Cheer Squad helped us start the afternoon with plenty of Bobcat spirit before Board President Teri Johnson and Superintendent Dr. Summer Schultz welcomed our staff back for another year.
There’s something pretty special about seeing more than 500 Bobcat staff members together in one place, ready to kick off a new school year!
Here’s to a great year, Bobcats! ❤️🖤
Next week, we're back, Bobcats! 🐾
Back-to-School Days will be held Monday, August 24, and Tuesday, August 25, with the first day of school on Wednesday, August 26.
As a reminder, the first day of school will be a full day and will not follow the regular Wednesday early-release schedule.
Visit our Back-to-School Resources webpage for Back-to-School Days information, the 2026–2027 school calendar, and everything you need to get ready for the new school year: https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/page/back-to-school-resources
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Mickelson Middle School Back To School Open House for Learners and Parents/Guardians on August 24 from 11:00 to 7:00 and August 25 from 8:00 to 4:00. School pictures will also be taken at that time. Come at a time that works for you.
Bobcat Night is this Thursday!
Join us at Downtown at Sundown for an evening of live music, family fun, and Bobcat pride!
Think you can dunk a Brookings School District staff member? Stop by the dunk tank, get your face painted, play some yard games, and enjoy a great evening of fun for the whole family! Be sure to catch the BHS Band performing during intermission!
We can't wait to see you there! ❤️🖤
Join Our Child Nutrition Team!
We're looking for caring, dependable individuals to help prepare and serve nutritious meals to our students in a welcoming school environment.
Our Child Nutrition staff does more than prepare meals—they greet students with a smile, help create a positive cafeteria experience, and play an important role in each student's school day.
We offer:
Competitive pay starting at $17.90 per hour
Full-time and part-time opportunities
School-day hours that follow the school calendar
Excellent benefits for eligible full-time employees
A supportive team and great work-life balance
If you're looking for a rewarding position where you can make a difference in the lives of students, we'd love to have you join our team!
Apply online today:
brookings.k12.sd.us/employment
Become a Bobcat - We're Hiring!
We're seeking caring, dedicated Instructional Assistants to help support students and make a meaningful difference in our schools every day.
Starting pay: $17.93-$19.60/hour
School-day hours
Flexible scheduling around college classes
School calendar schedule
Great work-life balance
Excellent benefits
If you're passionate about helping students learn and grow, we'd love to have you on our team! Apply today: https://brookings.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
2026–27 Activity Registration is Now Open!
Registration for Brookings School District athletics and activities is now open through Bound! Families of students entering grades 7–12, along with 6th grade students participating in Cross Country or Wrestling, are encouraged to register as soon as possible.
Our News article includes everything you need to get started, including registration instructions, helpful resources, sports physical information, and important fall meeting dates.
👉 Read the full article here: https://www.brookings.k12.sd.us/article/3033523
