Local Students Travel to Washington, D.C. for Youth Tour
Thirty-three teens representing 19 South Dakota electric cooperatives traveled to the Washington, D.C., area in late June for the 2026 South Dakota Youth Tour.
Central Electric Cooperative’s Youth Tour representatives were Howard High School student Ann Connor, daughter of Michal and Rebecca Connor; White Lake High School student Alexis Moore, daughter of Clint and Rebecca Moore; Kimball High School student Delilah Rasmussen, daughter of Tony and Rebecca Rasmussen; and Wessington Springs High School student Alexis Roesler, daughter of Aaron and Alicia Roesler.
The annual trip, coordinated by the South Dakota Rural Electric Association (SDREA) and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), provides students with a deeper understanding of history, civic engagement and the role of electric cooperatives in their communities. Approximately 1,350 South Dakota students have participated in the Youth Tour since the program began in the 1963.
The group toured many of the nation’s most treasured landmarks, including several presidential and war memorials. Students also visited the U.S. Capitol Building, U.S. Supreme Court, Arlington National Cemetery, National Archives and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, where much of the nation’s paper currency is produced.
While in Washington, students met with U.S. Senators John Thune and Mike Rounds. They also had the opportunity to connect with Youth Tour delegates from 44 other states. The group attended Youth Day at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, where keynote speaker Mike Schlappi, a four-time Paralympic medalist in U.S. men’s wheelchair basketball, shared a message about perseverance and leadership.
High school juniors in Central Electric’s footprint can apply for the next Youth Tour trip in November. For more information, visit www.centralec.coop and click on Member Programs.
Thirty-three teens representing 19 South Dakota electric cooperatives traveled to the Washington, D.C., area in late June for the 2026 South Dakota Youth Tour.
Central Electric Cooperative’s Youth Tour representatives were Howard High School student Ann Connor, daughter of Michal and Rebecca Connor; White Lake High School student Alexis Moore, daughter of Clint and Rebecca Moore; Kimball High School student Delilah Rasmussen, daughter of Tony and Rebecca Rasmussen; and Wessington Springs High School student Alexis Roesler, daughter of Aaron and Alicia Roesler.
The annual trip, coordinated by the South Dakota Rural Electric Association (SDREA) and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), provides students with a deeper understanding of history, civic engagement and the role of electric cooperatives in their communities. Approximately 1,350 South Dakota students have participated in the Youth Tour since the program began in the 1963.
The group toured many of the nation’s most treasured landmarks, including several presidential and war memorials. Students also visited the U.S. Capitol Building, U.S. Supreme Court, Arlington National Cemetery, National Archives and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, where much of the nation’s paper currency is produced.
While in Washington, students met with U.S. Senators John Thune and Mike Rounds. They also had the opportunity to connect with Youth Tour delegates from 44 other states. The group attended Youth Day at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, where keynote speaker Mike Schlappi, a four-time Paralympic medalist in U.S. men’s wheelchair basketball, shared a message about perseverance and leadership.
High school juniors in Central Electric’s footprint can apply for the next Youth Tour trip in November. For more information, visit www.centralec.coop and click on Member Programs.
Volleyball Skills Camp for 4th-7th graders is tomorrow (6/24) in White Lake!! Please be ready to play at 9 am wearing non-marking sneakers and athletic shorts/shirt. Bring a water bottle and a snack. Lunch will be provided. Camp ends at 3:30pm.
This summer, the Kimball School District will be conducting lead testing on water fixtures throughout the school. Please see the posted notices for more information about the testing process. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (605) 778-6231 or email matt.dykstra@k12.sd.us.
Shout out to Josie Hamiel and Kendall Gillen who will represent us at the National Junior High Finals Rodeo in Guthrie, Oklahoma, June 21-27. Josie competes on Wednesday, June 24th in Pole Bending at 9AM and 7PM.
Kendall competes in Barrel Racing on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7PM and Thursday, June 25th at 9AM. All events can be watched on Cowboy +
Good luck girls!!!
Kimball School has locker dates set for anyone who wishes to donate a beef for our Farm to School Program! Dates are Aug. 4 and Nov. 10. If you don't raise cattle, you can also purchase a beef through the Kimball Livestock Exchange, and we'll handle the rest! Call us if you are able to donate - 605-778-6231. Thank you!
We have job openings available! Please either stop by the office for an application or print from this link and return to the office: https://aptg.co/n7JCzb Office is open Monday thru Thursday, 9am-3pm.
Some of the Kimball FFA Livestock Judgers are attending the SDSU livestock judging camp to sharpen their knowledge and skills this week in Brookings.
We invite you to Main Street on Sunday morning to send off KWL Golf to the State Meet in Brookings at 10am!
In addition to the tech house auction on Monday, June 1, there are some items made by tech students to be auctioned. Items included are 2 adirondack chairs, 2 mini wood stoves and an end table. We look forward to seeing you Monday night! Viewing begins at 5pm with auction to begin at 6:30pm.
Kimball School was represented well this spring for JH Rodeo. Participants were: Kamden Hamiel, Ava Heezen, Josie Hamiel, Kendall Gillen and Jonah Heezen. Kendall Gillen and Josie Hamiel have earned spots on the National Team, which is held in Guthrie, Oklahoma in late June. Kendall will participate in barrels and Josie in poles. Good luck!
Congratulations to Charlee Bass! She has qualified to participate at the State Golf Meet in Brookings, June 1 & 2. Good luck Charlee!
The South Dakota Music Educators Association hosts an Elementary Honor Choir in conjunction with the High School All-State Chorus & Orchestra. 4th & 5th grade students send in their audition for the opportunity to sing at the Honor Choir, which will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at The Monument in Rapid City. Kimball School is proud to announce that Tyson Von Eye, Maya De Jong, Chasen Walsh, Allie Krier, and Presley Goodall have all been selected to participate! Congratulations!
KWL shooting sports participants: an opportunity for friendly competition before we go to State Competition. Anyone interested, please contact Clay or Cash.
The KWL Trap Club is selling clothing! Your support is appreciated! Orders due Monday, May 18: https://stores.inksoft.com/kwltrap26/shop/home?fbclid=IwRlRTSAR0Jc9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR5to5EII_ZQXepTvXz6wkCgTYPY_TIJL3F_68U0TPuaNqZ2tFPEijo7R9nRdQ_aem_q1nEUHCutsN24lF9K2jnnQ
The Yearbook Staff are needing your pictures!
Seven KHS seniors have been recognized by LifeServe Blood Center as Donors of Distinction - Back row: Johnny Lenz, Cadence Konechne, Michael Brennan, Sienna Gillen. Front Row: Harlie Fuegen, Charlee Bass, Autumn Baker.
LifeServe Blood Center honors high school students who demonstrate a commitment to saving lives! To become a Donor of Distinction the student must register to donate blood three times before graduation. For those not eligible to donate, red cord honors are available to students who host a scholarship blood drive or ask three people to give blood in place of them.
Donors of Distinction receive the following: special honor cords to wear at graduation, a Certificate of Achievement and a Letter of Accomplishment from LifeServe Blood Center President. Congrats, Senior Donors of Distinction!
Charlee Bass was awarded the LifeServe Scholarship for $500. Because of the success of the 2 blood drives this past year this money was made available to one of the students that helped make it a success.
LifeServe Blood Center honors high school students who demonstrate a commitment to saving lives! To become a Donor of Distinction the student must register to donate blood three times before graduation. For those not eligible to donate, red cord honors are available to students who host a scholarship blood drive or ask three people to give blood in place of them.
Donors of Distinction receive the following: special honor cords to wear at graduation, a Certificate of Achievement and a Letter of Accomplishment from LifeServe Blood Center President. Congrats, Senior Donors of Distinction!
Charlee Bass was awarded the LifeServe Scholarship for $500. Because of the success of the 2 blood drives this past year this money was made available to one of the students that helped make it a success.
Kiote Day begins tomorrow morning at 8:30 at the Houda Athletic Complex and ends at 11:30am. Pictured are the groups that students are in, their rotation times, and a map. If you are taking your child home from the field, be sure your child is aware in the morning for our lunch count and that their teacher is aware. Thank you!
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! If you were not able to read the Graduation Program, here is a link: https://canva.link/kimball2026commencement
Kimball Schools May Newsletter:
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Today our students will be eating fresh grilled burgers from our Farm to School Program! Thank you Midstate Communications for the use of your grill. We truly appreciate the donations we have received this year and look forward to scheduling more next fall. If you would like to discuss a donation, please reach out to Randi or Amy.
