
March 8, 2024
Abby and Breckin, two fourth graders, had their artwork chosen for the cover and back of the 2023-24 yearbook. Thank you to all who submitted entries. Congratulations!!!

March 7, 2024
Governor Noem took time to read to our first graders at Jefferson Elementary today.

March 6, 2024
Catch the second grade music program on our new Facebook page: 2:30 performance https://www.facebook.com/profi...

March 2, 2024
Second grade ended the month with special guests and community members sharing their services. The second graders have been learning about goods and services in our community. P...

March 2, 2024
This past week our students had fun celebrating the many books of Dr. Seuss (a.k.a. Theodore Geisel). Students participated in Theme days, book giveaways, and classroom bingo. M...

February 20, 2024
Students recognized school board members at the February school board meeting on February 12th. Student Council President Madison recognized board member Kari Lohr for her contri...

February 18, 2024
It’s South Dakota School Board Recognition Week February 19-23! Did you know that the Watertown School Board is comprised of five members who were elected by Watertown residents? ...

February 15, 2024
The yearly weekly celebration of Theodore Geisel is coming soon! So see the schedule and humm the birthday tune! All week long wearing red, white, blue, hats, socks, backwards, ...

February 6, 2024
Monday, February 12th- "SHARE THE SPIRIT OF KINDNESS" Wear a Be Kind shirt Tuesday, February 13th- "Peace, Love, Kindness"- Tie Dye Day Wednesday, February 14th- Love for Kindne...

February 6, 2024
Nationwide there is a trend of decreased attendance to school and work. Under the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, South Dakota has chosen high and chronic absenteeism an...

February 5, 2024
The NAEP Assessment is given to selected fourth graders on February 22nd. Please read below for details. Not all fourth graders will take the assessment. A letter was sent home...

February 1, 2024
There will be an early dismissal on February 15th @ 12:20 PM followed by conferences from 1:00 PM-8:00 PM. Students were sent the link to sign up through their teacher's REMIND a...

February 1, 2024
This screening is for children who reside in the Watertown School District and turn 4 on or before September 1, 2024. Screenings will take place at MELLETTE ELEMENTARY on Frida...

January 23, 2024
Students assembled today to welcome Miss Julie from the American Heart Association. Students were explained the various prizes they can earn for different levels. (Spark, Ski...

January 18, 2024
Congratulations to Mrs. Settje for being chosen as this year's Classified Employee Candidate. Mrs. Settje is in her fourth year as a SPED Paraprofessional. She has been a member...

January 9, 2024
As an individual that has a heart ailment and two of my own kids, I hope you will join our school in learning about CPR and Finn's Challenge. Will you join our school for Kids He...

December 22, 2023
Mrs. Cox, the lunch lady, has retired from the Watertown School District. She has served the district for over 25 years within the Food Services program. Today, December 22nd, s...

December 21, 2023
The Jefferson third graders performed Tuesday, December 19th two performances, 2:30 and 6:00. A multitude of songs were performed: Bring on the Snow!; Ready, Set, Snow; Over the ...

December 13, 2023
Give Kids a Smile 2024
Watertown area dentists are hosting Give Kids a Smile on February 2nd, 2024 for children ages 0-18 in Codington and Hamlin. This event focuses on fa...

November 28, 2023
Winners from our girls and boys 8/9 and 10/11 year old divisions. They will now move on to the next round. Congratulations to Kellen, Nick, Hope and Brenna!!!