Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7

Learning about cause & effect and the transfer of energy.

The Elk Point-Jefferson Cheerleading Squad is selling a spray painted EPJ Huskies paw print for $40 in Elk Point and Jefferson. Finished paw prints will measure roughly 25 by 17 inches. The cheerleaders will be coming around the week of September 21st through 28th (week before homecoming week) to paint them. The deadline to order is Wednesday, September 17th, 2025 by 3:15pm. Payment must also be received by that time. Please fill out this Google form to order! https://forms.gle/jpt9DcsjNtEyu9mc6

Come work for the Husky Family! We have 4 positions available and open on our jobsite. epj.schoolspring.com Check them out and be part of something special.

🎶 Exciting News from the Music World at EPJ! 🥁 Mr. Pohlman and Ms. Cass are thrilled to announce the launch of EPJ’s very first Unified Drumming Group! Our incredible SLC students are diving into the world of rhythm, learning drumming techniques, and building a deeper appreciation for music—all while having a blast and working together in harmony. 💙 This inclusive group is all about connection, creativity, and celebrating the power of music to bring us together. Keep an eye (and an ear!) out for more updates as our Unified Drumming Group keeps the beat going strong! 🥁🎵

🎶 Music Apparel Store is Now Open! 🎶

We’re excited to share that our Music Apparel Store is officially open through Wall of Fame!
Browse and order your gear here 👉 https://epjbmcwof25.itemorder.com/shop/category/206068/

🗓️ Store Closes: September 15th
📦 Delivery: Orders will be delivered to the school on October 1st

Don’t miss your chance to show your music pride—get your apparel today! 🎵

Building cars in 4th grade science.

Algebra II works at translating word expressions into algebraic expressions.

Field to Table 2025- 4th grade field trip

Students in Mrs. Van Wyk's homeroom took a Roller Coaster ride this afternoon for a brain break. As you can tell from the students faces, they enjoyed the ride!

Students in Mrs Stabe's anatomy class applied their anatomy terminology skills they have learned for this chapter by playing "Find My Wound". The game is similar to Battleship where students mark a wound on their body handout and have to ask each other anatomical questions in order to find the "wound".

🎳 Let the Good Times Roll! 🎳 We are thrilled to cheer on our EPJ Unified Special Olympics team as they kick off their bowling season! 🥳💙 These incredible athletes and Unified partners continue to inspire us with their teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship. A huge shoutout to the students, coach, volunteers and supporters who make this (and every) season possible. Let’s all come together to celebrate their hard work and cheer them on every step of the way! 🎉👏 Upcoming events: 📍SE Area singles bowling: October 11 at Eastway Bowl in Sioux Falls 📌SE Area Unified Bowling: October 12 at Eastway Bowl in Sioux Falls 📍State Traditional Bowling October 31-November 2 at Village Bowl in Aberdeen 📌State Unified Bowling November 8-9 at Eastway Bowl in Sioux Falls

Homecoming 2025 Shirts and Spirit Wear Available! The EPJ cheerleaders have launched an online Spirit Store that will feature new Huskies gear throughout the year. Homecoming Shirts: Available in multiple colors and styles, including t-shirts, hoodies, and crewnecks. Perfect for showing your Husky pride. Class Color Shirts: Each high school grade has a shirt in its assigned dress-up day color for Homecoming Week (Sept. 29–Oct. 3). Also available in multiple styles. Extra Spirit Wear: Browse the Bonfire store for more general Huskies gear and EPJ Cheer merchandise. Easy Online Ordering: All orders are placed through Bonfire, shipped directly to your door, and usually arrive within 1–2 weeks. Order soon to have your Homecoming shirt in time for the big week! Link: https://www.bonfire.com/store/elk-point-jefferson-spirit-store/ GO HUSKIES!

The Huskies host the Dell Rapids Quarriers in a DAK XII showcase tonight in volleyball starting at 4:30 pm. Varsity game will be livestreamed by Fuller Digital Solutions on this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0E7HwBf3JjU

Reminder: Little Huskies Football Cheer Camp will take place on Monday 9/15, Tuesday 9/16, and Thursday 9/18 from 3:15-4:15pm. This is for grades Pre K-5. Flyers were sent home with elementary students. Additional copies are available in the elementary office! Cheer camp participants will perform at halftime of our home football game on Friday, September 19th. Registration is $45 per student, which will be due by Wednesday, September 3rd by 3:15pm! All participants will receive a tshirt and a pair of pom poms. You may also order a bow for additional $3. No late registrations will be accepted. Money and forms can be returned to the elementary office or mailed to the address listed. Please reach out to Shayla.Leichtenberg@k12.sd.us if you have any questions! Thank you for spreading Husky spirit! 💙

JV football today is in Montrose at 4:30 pm. Good luck Huskies!

Balloon Globes Mrs. Van Wyk's 5th grade Social Studies classes learned about World Geography this week by making their own balloon globes.

Balloon Globes Mrs. Van Wyk's 5th grade Social Studies classes learned about World Geography this week by making their own balloon globes.

EPJ volleyball kicks off the season by traveling to Mt Vernon-Plankinton. C game at 4:30 followed by JV then varsity on a rolling schedule. Here is a link to the game to watch through Titans Live https://www.mvptitans.live/

We entered the @TMobile Friday Night 5G Lights contest! They're celebrating small-town high school football, giving upgrades to schools + awarding a $1Million game-changing grand prize. It could be us! Learn more: https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

Mrs. Hartog's 4th grade class introduced the 16 Habits of Mind today- Persisting. Students had to work together to build a house of cards.