Preschool had so much fun celebrating the 101st day of school! 🎉
We challenged ourselves to count all the way to 101 and played “Top Dog,” a fun game comparing numbers. We especially loved spending time with our reading buddies—reading 101 Dalmatians, building cup towers, and creating a dog house for our dalmatian using different materials.
We wrapped up our day by writing about what we would do if we had 101 dalmatians.
Such a fun and busy day of learning! 🐾
If you plan to attend the Pre-K–5th Grade Family Picnic on March 16th from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and would like to eat a school lunch, please fill out the form below. This will help us make sure we have enough food for everyone.
We are looking forward to a fun afternoon together! 😊
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We are looking forward to a fun afternoon together! 😊
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Our 5th grade students have been diving into the world of plants and learning how they absorb water and nutrients! 🌱 Today, they put their knowledge to the test with a hands-on experiment using food coloring and white roses. By placing the roses in colored water, students were able to observe how the liquid travels up the stem and into the petals. 🌹
Throughout the day, they watched as the petals slowly changed color, giving them a real-life look at how plants take in nutrients through their stems. It was a fun and memorable way to bring science to life in the classroom!
Big Scholarships Due this week:
ITC- 2/28/26 https://www.itc-web.com/about/ITC-Impact
Edward Schwab Memorial Foundation- Post marked by 3/1/26 which is a Sunday. So it needs to be in the mail my Friday 2/27/26. Mrs. Hauck would like to see these before mailing. Email brigett.hauck@k12.sd.us if you would like the application.
ITC- 2/28/26 https://www.itc-web.com/about/ITC-Impact
Edward Schwab Memorial Foundation- Post marked by 3/1/26 which is a Sunday. So it needs to be in the mail my Friday 2/27/26. Mrs. Hauck would like to see these before mailing. Email brigett.hauck@k12.sd.us if you would like the application.
💛✨ We truly have the BEST families, and we can’t wait to celebrate you! ✨💛
Mark your calendars for Family Lunch Day on March 16th from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM!
Families of students in Pre-K through 5th grade are invited to come enjoy lunch, laughter, and special time with your child right here at school.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and siblings are all welcome — we love seeing our school and families gathered together! 🥪
Please use the QR code to sign up so we can plan accordingly.
This week is National School Board Appreciate Week in South Dakota. We want to take a moment to sincerely thank our local school board members Audrey Rider, Hanna Owen, Dan Hoffman, and Austin Page for the time, care, and leadership you bring to our school and community. Your work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact is felt every single day by our students, teachers, and families.
Serving on a school board requires long hours, thoughtful decision-making, and a genuine commitment to doing what’s best for kids. From budgeting and policy decisions to supporting educators and planning for the future, your dedication does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for listening to our community, asking the hard questions, and striving to create opportunities for every student to succeed. We appreciate your service, your leadership, and your continued commitment to education.
Our preschool hearts traveled all across the USA! ❤️
Through Hearts Across America, we sent Valentine’s to all 50 states and received one back from every state. The kids loved learning about each state and seeing our map fill up!
Through Hearts Across America, we sent Valentine’s to all 50 states and received one back from every state. The kids loved learning about each state and seeing our map fill up!
Scholarship Deadlines
There are some big scholarship deadlines coming up.
Codington Clark Electric Cooperative due on 2/13/26 https://ccelectric.coop/scholarships-ccec
Reliabank due on 2/15/26 https://www.reliabank.com/about/scholarships/
ITC- 2/28/26 https://www.itc-web.com/about/ITC-Impact
Edward Schwab Memorial Foundation- Post marked by 3/1/26. Mrs. Hauck would like to see it by 2/23/26. Email brigett.hauck@k12.sd.us if you would like the application.
American Legion Riders Scholarship- Mrs. Hauck emailed the application. Post marked by 3/1/26.
Wurth Elektronik- Mrs. Hauck emailed the application. Post marked by 3/1/26.
Dacotah Bank Scholarship- 3/3/26 https://www.dacotahbank.com/scholarships
Just a reminder that Mrs. Hauck daily changes the scholarship list as she is aware of them on this page. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1seUju1gxCLz3_B6kYc-81M8YVakz3CMV4hw7URwic4I/edit?usp=sharing
If you need a transcript you will have to get an official one printed from Mrs. Hauck or the office. The office will have to seal them.
There are some big scholarship deadlines coming up.
Codington Clark Electric Cooperative due on 2/13/26 https://ccelectric.coop/scholarships-ccec
Reliabank due on 2/15/26 https://www.reliabank.com/about/scholarships/
ITC- 2/28/26 https://www.itc-web.com/about/ITC-Impact
Edward Schwab Memorial Foundation- Post marked by 3/1/26. Mrs. Hauck would like to see it by 2/23/26. Email brigett.hauck@k12.sd.us if you would like the application.
American Legion Riders Scholarship- Mrs. Hauck emailed the application. Post marked by 3/1/26.
Wurth Elektronik- Mrs. Hauck emailed the application. Post marked by 3/1/26.
Dacotah Bank Scholarship- 3/3/26 https://www.dacotahbank.com/scholarships
Just a reminder that Mrs. Hauck daily changes the scholarship list as she is aware of them on this page. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1seUju1gxCLz3_B6kYc-81M8YVakz3CMV4hw7URwic4I/edit?usp=sharing
If you need a transcript you will have to get an official one printed from Mrs. Hauck or the office. The office will have to seal them.
Our Varsity Girls Basketball team showed some love to the teachers who inspire them every day! Each player selected a teacher to recognize with an appreciation certificate and a photo. Thank you for all you do!
Elementary students soaking up the beautiful winter weather! ❄️☀️ We had so much fun—and teamwork—building snowmen. Check out all their hard work! ⛄️💙
💘 Buy a Crush for Your Crush! 💘
Student Council is excited to spread some Valentine’s Day cheer with our Crush Cans Fundraiser!
From February 9th–12th, students can purchase a Crush soda for $1 to send to a friend, crush, or anyone who could use a little pick-me-up. It’s a simple, fun way to show appreciation while supporting Student Council activities. Crush Cans will be delivered to classrooms at the end of the day Monday February 16th.
🗓 Dates
February 9–12
💵 Cost
$1 per Crush
🥤 How to Buy
Students can purchase Crush Cans by finding Ms. Lenssen or a Student Council officer during the designated buying times below.
⏰ Buying Times
Elementary School:
Morning before school & after school
High School:
Before school, during lunch, & after school
All proceeds support Student Council programs and events. Thank you for helping us make this fundraiser a sweet success! 💝
Student Council is excited to spread some Valentine’s Day cheer with our Crush Cans Fundraiser!
From February 9th–12th, students can purchase a Crush soda for $1 to send to a friend, crush, or anyone who could use a little pick-me-up. It’s a simple, fun way to show appreciation while supporting Student Council activities. Crush Cans will be delivered to classrooms at the end of the day Monday February 16th.
🗓 Dates
February 9–12
💵 Cost
$1 per Crush
🥤 How to Buy
Students can purchase Crush Cans by finding Ms. Lenssen or a Student Council officer during the designated buying times below.
⏰ Buying Times
Elementary School:
Morning before school & after school
High School:
Before school, during lunch, & after school
All proceeds support Student Council programs and events. Thank you for helping us make this fundraiser a sweet success! 💝
Henry Science Fair Place Winners
Behavioral -Jr.:
1st Place: Sophia Thompson/Eddie Werner
2nd Place: Arian Gilbertson
Behavioral- Sr.
1st Place: Tiny Keena
Biological Jr:
1st Place: Ally Wilkens
2nd Place: Lucas /Lillian West
Biological -Sr:
1st Place: Kara Lorenzen
2nd Place: Abby Hoffman
Physical- Jr.:
1st Place: Kendra Robinson
2nd Place: Annie Rider/Mikayla Monnens
Physical -Sr.
1st Place: Tristen Stiefel
2nd Place: Carter Simon
Math & Engineering - Jr.
1st Place: Kaneb Cramer/ Memphis Gilbertson
2nd Place: Benny Wilkens
Math & Engineering -Sr.
1st Place: Carsen Seefeldt
2nd Place: Julian Cramer/ Malakai Smith
Behavioral -Jr.:
1st Place: Sophia Thompson/Eddie Werner
2nd Place: Arian Gilbertson
Behavioral- Sr.
1st Place: Tiny Keena
Biological Jr:
1st Place: Ally Wilkens
2nd Place: Lucas /Lillian West
Biological -Sr:
1st Place: Kara Lorenzen
2nd Place: Abby Hoffman
Physical- Jr.:
1st Place: Kendra Robinson
2nd Place: Annie Rider/Mikayla Monnens
Physical -Sr.
1st Place: Tristen Stiefel
2nd Place: Carter Simon
Math & Engineering - Jr.
1st Place: Kaneb Cramer/ Memphis Gilbertson
2nd Place: Benny Wilkens
Math & Engineering -Sr.
1st Place: Carsen Seefeldt
2nd Place: Julian Cramer/ Malakai Smith
🎒✨ Preschool & Kindergarten Round-Up! ✨🎒
We’re excited to invite families to our Preschool & Kindergarten Round-Up! Starting school is a big step—and we’re here to help. This is a great opportunity to explore our classrooms, learn about our programs, and see what a day at school looks like in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Families will receive helpful information about enrollment, schedules, readiness skills, curriculum, and classroom routines. Our staff will be available to answer questions, meet families, and support a smooth and happy transition into school.
💛 We can’t wait to meet our future students and families! 😊
We’re excited to invite families to our Preschool & Kindergarten Round-Up! Starting school is a big step—and we’re here to help. This is a great opportunity to explore our classrooms, learn about our programs, and see what a day at school looks like in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Families will receive helpful information about enrollment, schedules, readiness skills, curriculum, and classroom routines. Our staff will be available to answer questions, meet families, and support a smooth and happy transition into school.
💛 We can’t wait to meet our future students and families! 😊
We started our day with Donuts with Deputies, and it was a huge hit! 🍩 Our students loved getting to meet and talk with the deputies. Thank you for making our morning extra special!
Look at these preschoolers go! ✨ They love the writing center—drawing pictures, practicing letters, and even writing words! Watching their confidence grow is the best part. 🥰✏️
Today our Preschool and 5th Grade Reading Buddies learned all about tree cookies 🌳—the rings you see when a tree is cut. We talked about how each ring shows one year of the tree’s life and how the rings can tell a story about good growing years and harder ones. Students then created their own “tree cookie of my life,” sharing memories and milestones with their buddies. Learning is better together!
The hallways are a winter wonderland as elementary students (preschool through 5th grade) created artwork to help warm the chill in the air. Please enjoy viewing their creativity and artistic skills!
The Henry Falcons Junior Class will be hosting a Bake Sale during the Middle School Basketball games in the Henry School Commons Area. This fundraiser supports the Junior Class Prom 2026.
Treat yourself and/or your favorite Henry/Florence player and help out our Henry Falcons Junior Class. Thank you for your support!
3:30pm -5:30pm Today!
Come join us for the Henry School District winter concert on Thursday, January 22. Concert starts at 7:00 PM.
The Henry Falcons Junior Class will be hosting a Bake Sale during the evening concert in the Henry School Commons Area. This fundraiser supports the Junior Class Prom 2026.
Treat yourself and/or your favorite Henry musician and help out our Henry Falcons Junior Class. Thank you for your support!
The Henry Falcons Junior Class will be hosting a Bake Sale during the evening concert in the Henry School Commons Area. This fundraiser supports the Junior Class Prom 2026.
Treat yourself and/or your favorite Henry musician and help out our Henry Falcons Junior Class. Thank you for your support!
Today in Preschool, we learned about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his message of kindness, respect, and equality. Through our egg activity, students explored how people may look different on the outside, but everyone is the same and important on the inside. This hands-on lesson helped us understand why treating others with kindness and respect matters.
