Meet Barb Christophersen - our staff star! She was nominated by Mr. Sanders.
"She's uplifting, kind, thoughtful, and most importantly, engaging. Students in Power Math at Ben Reifel Middle School know they have an advocate and cheerleader, someone in their corner who won't let them down - and so do the staff members there. Caring connections are a key part of every interaction for Barb."
Way to go Barb! Thank you for your dedication.
https://youtu.be/LeIwn8s7HpQ
The grand staircase has been getting great use by the track and field team as they prepare for upcoming meets. We are proud of how hard our students are training to represent the Bison community.
📌 Reminder!
🌷 Spring Break starts tomorrow!
There will be NO school Friday, April 15, and Monday, April 18, 2022.
See you on Tuesday, April 19!
Hello BRMS families!
Please plan to join us for the Ben Reifel Middle School Color-a-Thon fun run and walk. Students will raise funds for their school and more importantly, build community as we come together with splashes of non-toxic color powder and fun! We're hoping for students, families (siblings, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, everyone!) and staff to all enjoy the afternoon together!!! All are welcome.
Friday, May 13 registration begins at 4 and the run starts at 4:30 P.M
http://shop.schoolathon.org/194949
Students will turn in their fundraising envelopes on Friday, April 22nd.
Want to volunteer?https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4da5a829a6f5cf8-brms3
Mark your calendars! The last day of school will be Wednesday, May 25th, 2022.
The Sioux Falls School Board approved a recommendation at their meeting tonight to move the last day of school from Tuesday, May 24, 2022 to Wednesday, May 25, 2022 due to the one day of school missed for inclement weather in December.
Today the WHS JROTC visited all 8th grade SS classes and presented etiquette associated with respecting the flag, along with the history of the US flag, the National Anthem, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Students were given the chance to ask questions about what they learned and questions about what high school is like and how they can become involved at WHS next year. It was an engaging, interesting, and informative day for all.
Hello Bison families!
We would like to invite you to the Ben Reifel Variety Show, which will be held Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. There will be excellent solo and small group musical performances, music ensembles and our Cheer and Dance Team!. Adult admission for non-staff will be $5.00 and students/kids will be $3.00.
We hope you come out and support our students.
Maxed out on NCAA basketball? Switch gears and take in some football to raise funds for Sioux Falls Schools without PTA/PTOs! The Sioux Falls STORM take on the Iowa Barnstormers (that's the team Kurt Warner played for before he became SuperBowl MVP!) at 7:05pm tonight at The Premier Center.
50% of net proceeds from tonight's game go to Night of Hope & Caring!
https://www.ticketmaster.com/sioux-falls-storm-vs-iowa-barnstormers-sioux-falls-south-dakota-03-28-2022/event/06005C3CC1FA7A1E
Book battles are here!
Book battles are kicking off this week for 6th and 7th grade! Book Battle teams will compete in a tournament the 2nd week in May!
Check out the 6th and 7th grade videos Mrs. Heinert put together.
6th grade:
https://animoto.com/play/l0n7MIgaptz01r3kI3N5DA
7th grade: https://animoto.com/play/01oRtJXfvjsi9hn1pFSjRw
Community Engagement is a strong focus for the Sioux Falls School District. Take this 7-question survey to help us learn more about your interactions with your school and with other families.
https://survey.k12insight.com/survey1.aspx?k=SsXRVPsQQSYsPsPsPsYQRWQRXQQ&lang=0
Attention Future Warriors who are enrolled for 9th grade at WHS for upcoming 2022-23 school year. WHS will be hosting an All Activities Night TONIGHT, March 22nd, 2022 from 6:00pm – 7:45pm at WHS.
This event will be for all incoming 9th-12th Grade WHS students (and their parents) interested in Athletics/Fine Arts for the 2022-2023 school year. The event will begin with a General Information session in the Main Gym from 6:00-6:20PM.
After the general session, students and parents will have the opportunity to receive additional information on WHS Activities from Activity Leaders via breakout sessions and open house format.
Can you spare 30 minutes each week to make a difference in a student's life? Ben Reifel is always looking for mentors who can have a positive impact on our students. If you think this could be you, please consider applying.
https://lsssd.org/what-we-do/mentoring/become-a-mentor.html
A few updates and reminders for our Bison families: Students will need earbuds for the South Dakota State Assessment. Our practice session is March 28th. Please ensure your child has a pair. They are available from the dollar tree or any other local store for just a few dollars.
Yearbook orders are due in just one week! Get your orders submitted by paying via Infinite campus (under optional payments) OR check/cash to pro teacher. Hardcover is $24; softcover is $17! 3.
Coming soon - more information about the BRMS color run taking place on Friday May 13th after school.
There is no school today, Friday March 18th. We will see you back Monday morning!
BRMS students recently took a trip to CTE. The “Pizza, Pop, and Power Tools” field trip allowed students to listen a panel of women talking about their successes in an male dominated field. These 8th grade girls were able to use power tools, build a miniature wall framing with miniature studs, run some of the machinery, weld, and work with concrete! They even got to go bowling with an excavator! 🎳
The SFSD selected Ben Reifel Middle School for their School Spotlight. Mr. Hieronimus and Mrs. VanDrongelen shared information at the school board meeting about the exciting activities and community projects students are involved in.
Check out what is going on at BRMS!
Reminder! Yearbook orders are due in just a few short weeks. Please see the attached image to place an order. Keep in mind, you must complete BOTH steps to officially order a yearbook.
8 BRMS band students just performed at MS All State Band at the Mitchell Performing Arts Center. These students auditioned and were accepted to play among the best middle school musicians in the state! We are so proud of what they’ve accomplished to get to this point in their playing! :)
The March edition of Herd It Here is out.
Reminder: Yearbook orders are due March 25th. See the newsletter for ordering details.
Link to Herd It Here: https://www.smore.com/gw7vh2
The March edition of Herd It Here is out.
Reminder: Yearbook orders are due March 25th. See the newsletter for ordering details.
Link to Herd It Here: https://www.smore.com/gw7vh2
Superintendent Jane Stavem hosted nearly 50 future educators Tuesday for "Bagels with the Boss." Student teachers currently working in SFSD classrooms joined us to learning about job opportunities, hear about the support offered by the District's Instructional Coaches, and connect with leadership. We look forward to adding many of these new teachers to our team in the Fall!
