FB CHEER TRYOUTS 8/18/25
Anyone interested in football cheer will need to attend a mandatory tryout practice on Monday, August 18th at 9:00 am in the multi-purpose room. Judged tryouts will be held at 2:00 pm, also on Monday, August 18th. **You must attend the mandatory tryout practice at 9:00 am in order to participate in the tryout at 2:00 pm.**
If you have any questions please contact Coach Driesbaugh.
cell: (605) 891-9879
email: Richelle.Driesbaugh@k12.sd.us
Reminder: WR Schools will be offering FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS for White River student-athletes today from 9:00 am-2:00 pm at the High School. Athletes must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS for student-athletes tomorrow, August 15! Sports physicals will be held from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at the high school. Parents/guardians, please bring your child to the high school if you would like to receive the free sports physical. Go Tigers!
The White River School District's Community Open House will be held this afternoon from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. We invite all families to visit the buildings that their students will be attending. See you soon!
HS VB FIRST PRACTICE 8/14/25 4:00-6:00 pm
Coach Mitchell and Coach Morrison would like to invite volleyball players to return to the gym for the first day of practice tomorrow -THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 4:00-6:00 pm.
You need to have your physical complete, you can turn them into the high school office or bring them to practice.
Any questions contact Coach Mitchell
cell: (605) 840-9235
email: Morgan.Mitchell@k12.sd.us
FB CHEER MEETING 8/14/25
For high school students interested in FOOTBALL CHEER there will be a FOOTBALL CHEER meeting tomorrow (Thursday, August 14th) in the high school theatre at 2:00 pm.
Any questions contact Coach Driesbaugh
cell: (605) 891-9879
email: Richelle.Driesbaugh@k12.sd.us
Welcome to another school year! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming School Open House tomorrow evening from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm! This event is a wonderful opportunity for you to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated teachers, and learn more about our educational programs. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the enriching learning experiences we have in store for your students..
White River High School Cross Country practice Monday, August 11th at 9:30 AM! Meet in the high school lobby. Must have completed physical on file in order to practice.
Contact Coach Casey Krogman if you have questions.
WHITE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 47-1
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2025, at 6:30 pm
COMMUNITY EVENTS CENTER – JANKLOW ROOM
A. ROUTINES--ORDER
A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER
A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
A-3 ROLL CALL
A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS
A-5 APPROVE AGENDA
B. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.)
If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board.
Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion, and only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.
Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation.
C. ROUTINES--BUSINESS
C-1 Approve Minutes, Financial Reports, Payment of bills
C-2 Fuel Bids
C-3 Increase Adult Food Service Prices (Breakfast $3.00 and Lunch $5.25)
D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS
D-1 Travel Reports
D-2 Jones Co. Bus Pick Up Points
D-3 Approve Bus Routes for 2025-2026
D-4 1st Reading of proposed Board Policy Updates (GCB, DN, DLC, IIBG, IIAC, IIA, JFCJ)
E SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
E-1 Facilities and Human Resources Update
E-2 2025-26 Goal Setting and Vision
F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) per SDCL 1-25-2 for personnel, student, and legal
- This space is reserved for any motions following the executive session
G. ADJOURNMENT
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2025, at 6:30 pm
COMMUNITY EVENTS CENTER – JANKLOW ROOM
A. ROUTINES--ORDER
A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER
A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
A-3 ROLL CALL
A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS
A-5 APPROVE AGENDA
B. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.)
If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board.
Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion, and only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.
Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation.
C. ROUTINES--BUSINESS
C-1 Approve Minutes, Financial Reports, Payment of bills
C-2 Fuel Bids
C-3 Increase Adult Food Service Prices (Breakfast $3.00 and Lunch $5.25)
D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS
D-1 Travel Reports
D-2 Jones Co. Bus Pick Up Points
D-3 Approve Bus Routes for 2025-2026
D-4 1st Reading of proposed Board Policy Updates (GCB, DN, DLC, IIBG, IIAC, IIA, JFCJ)
E SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
E-1 Facilities and Human Resources Update
E-2 2025-26 Goal Setting and Vision
F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) per SDCL 1-25-2 for personnel, student, and legal
- This space is reserved for any motions following the executive session
G. ADJOURNMENT
Student registration begins today in the Community Events Center- Don Barnhart Gym from 8:00-4:00 pm. Parents/guardians must be present to enroll their child for school. Have a great day! 🐅
Want to enroll your child in White River School District? Student enrollment will be held in the Community Events Center on August 4-7, beginning at 8:00 am. Norris families may enroll at the Norris School. Use the form online to pre-fill the information to save time! ✏️ https://tinyurl.com/4kr2zt9u
Tiger fans, the 2025-26 Activities Calendar can be on our website @ tinyurl.com/3h8627y5
Go Tigers!
The Don Barnhart Gymnasium will be closed today through Sunday as our team refinishes the floor. We apologize for the inconvenience. Go Tigers!
WR Schools are excited to announce that we will be hosting FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS for student-athletes on Friday, August 15! Sports physicals will be held from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm at the high school. Parents/guardians please bring your child to the high school if you would like to receive the free sports physical. Go Tigers!
Is your child interested in playing sports this upcoming school year? All middle school and high school athletes must have a completed physical to compete. Here is the link to get started 🏃 tinyurl.com/4pxywmw5
2025-26 Elementary School Supply list
Want to enroll your child in White River School District? Check out the form online to get your child signed up today! ✏️ https://tinyurl.com/4kr2zt9u
Are you or someone you know looking for flexible, part-time work that fits a school schedule? Become a substitute bus driver for the White River School District. Substitute drivers have the opportunity to support students and serve their community when it works for them. We'll train you! 🚌 Drive the future with us! tinyurl.com/4psjzw6r
White River School District 47-1
Special School Board Meeting
July 15, 2025 @ 6:30 PM
Community Events Center – Janklow Room
1. Chairman calls the meeting to order.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. Chairman calls on the Business Manager to record the roll
4. Approve agenda
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – Visitor’s opportunity to speak with the Board of Education.
6. Board Training
- Dr. Wade Pogany, ASBSD
- Board Member Rules and Regulations
7. Motion to adjourn the meeting.
Special School Board Meeting
July 15, 2025 @ 6:30 PM
Community Events Center – Janklow Room
1. Chairman calls the meeting to order.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. Chairman calls on the Business Manager to record the roll
4. Approve agenda
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – Visitor’s opportunity to speak with the Board of Education.
6. Board Training
- Dr. Wade Pogany, ASBSD
- Board Member Rules and Regulations
7. Motion to adjourn the meeting.
WHITE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT 47-1
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
July 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Community Events Center- Janklow Room
A. ROUTINES--ORDER
A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER
A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
A-3 ROLL CALL
A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS
A-5 APPROVE AGENDA
B. Old Business
B-1 Approval of the Minutes
Approval of the Financial Reports
Approval of payment of Accounts Payable for June 2025
Approval to Transfer Money
Approval to approve Supplemental Budget
B-2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.)
If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board.
Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. (An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion; and, only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.)
Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation.
- Supt. Krogman will update the Board and Public on Open Meeting Policies and Procedures
B-3 Resolution recognizing Gina Adrian and Linda Baldock for their service as WRSD board members
NEW BUSINESS
B-4 Signing of Oath of Office
B-5-6 Nominate/Elect Chairman
B-7 Nominate/Elect Vice-Chairman
B-8 Custodian of Accounts
B-9-11 Conflict of Interests
B-12 Consolidated Application
C. Budget Hearing
C-1 Approve the 2025-26 Budget
D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS
D-1 Approve – The Parent/Student Handbook D-23 Technology Committee
D-2 Pay Bills D-24 Contract with Consumer Driven Technologies
D-3 Time, date, and Place for Meetings D-25 Approve Auditors
D-4 Set Travel and Per Diem for Board D-26 Travel Requests
D-5-6 Board Committees D-27 Event Worker Pay
D-7-21 Adopt Standing Board Authorizations D-28 SPED Comprehensive Plan
D-22 Adopt PL 103-382 D-29 J-1 to H-1B Visa Board Resolution
E. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) per SDCL 1-25-2 as needed
This space is reserved for any motions following the executive session
G. ADJOURNMENT
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
July 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Community Events Center- Janklow Room
A. ROUTINES--ORDER
A-1 CHAIRMAN CALLS THE MEETING TO ORDER
A-2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
A-3 ROLL CALL
A-4 ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS
A-5 APPROVE AGENDA
B. Old Business
B-1 Approval of the Minutes
Approval of the Financial Reports
Approval of payment of Accounts Payable for June 2025
Approval to Transfer Money
Approval to approve Supplemental Budget
B-2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION—is placed first on the Agenda to accommodate (1) a school patron who wishes to address the Board; or, (2) a patron who wishes to present a proposal or concern; or, (3) to a patron who has provided the Board Chairman with a written grievance prior to the meeting which has not been resolved after the school patron has worked through the school organization. (Working through the organization means the school patron has met with the staff member, as appropriate; and with the principal, as needed; and/or, then with the superintendent.)
If these meetings have been held and the grievance remains unsolved, the Board will deal with the written grievance at its meeting. If not, the Board shall proceed, without interruption, with the other business of the Board.
Personnel matters of a controversial nature, which would include students, teachers, or other persons, shall not be discussed by the Board in open session with a school patron. A school patron may request an executive session with the Board. (An executive session may be granted at the Board’s discretion; and, only after the Board’s business is concluded. This is an accommodation to other school patrons who are attending this meeting.)
Anyone wishing to speak to the Board must be acknowledged by the Board Chairman. This will permit the meeting to be handled in an orderly manner. Speakers are requested to identify themselves and their topic and are asked to limit their remarks to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your attendance, interest, and participation.
- Supt. Krogman will update the Board and Public on Open Meeting Policies and Procedures
B-3 Resolution recognizing Gina Adrian and Linda Baldock for their service as WRSD board members
NEW BUSINESS
B-4 Signing of Oath of Office
B-5-6 Nominate/Elect Chairman
B-7 Nominate/Elect Vice-Chairman
B-8 Custodian of Accounts
B-9-11 Conflict of Interests
B-12 Consolidated Application
C. Budget Hearing
C-1 Approve the 2025-26 Budget
D. PERSONNEL AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS
D-1 Approve – The Parent/Student Handbook D-23 Technology Committee
D-2 Pay Bills D-24 Contract with Consumer Driven Technologies
D-3 Time, date, and Place for Meetings D-25 Approve Auditors
D-4 Set Travel and Per Diem for Board D-26 Travel Requests
D-5-6 Board Committees D-27 Event Worker Pay
D-7-21 Adopt Standing Board Authorizations D-28 SPED Comprehensive Plan
D-22 Adopt PL 103-382 D-29 J-1 to H-1B Visa Board Resolution
E. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
F. EXECUTIVE SESSION(s) per SDCL 1-25-2 as needed
This space is reserved for any motions following the executive session
G. ADJOURNMENT