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A ripple of colorful ribbon skirts caught the breeze in contrast to the winter-dull grass and signaled, “Something special is going on here.” That’s right! Recently, students at St. Joseph’s Indian School were busy welcoming spring by giving equal energy to academic, cultural, linguistic and athletic pursuits in the school’s first Thiyóšpaye* Challenge. Continue reading “Thiyóšpaye Challenge Welcomes Spring to St. Joseph’s Indian School”
It started where a lot of dreams begin — on paper. When we were dreaming about the Recreation (Rec) Center Renovation and Expansion at St. Joseph’s Indian School, we started sketching and making notes about what this new space could be and what it would mean for the Lakota (Sioux) children at our school. Continue reading “A Note of Thanks to Rec Center Donors”
Lakota students at St. Joseph’s Indian School decided to put their creative talents to use in hopes of earning a little bit of extra cash during Youth Art Month. All students had the opportunity to paint any picture in art class using an oil pastel, watercolor technique.
Hannah, St. Joseph’s Indian School art teacher, explained she chose this technique and project so students could be more independent while working on their paintings. Continue reading “Students Earn Extra Cash by Painting and Selling Pictures for Youth Art Month”
Jevjuan rested his toe precisely in front of the free throw line. He had one more shot to shoot before he could allow any thoughts to enter his mind. He took a few dribbles, a few breaths and stared at the hoop. One final shot was all that he had left. He brought the orange, perfectly round ball up to his chest and followed through with one fluid motion, flicking his wrist and holding it. Jevjuan held his breath, frozen like a statue while he watched the ball and net collide. Listening to that satisfying sound he has heard so many times before … Swoosh … Nothing but net.
Jevjuan’s body relaxed as he wiped the sweat from his brow. However, he knew the competition was not over and he was heading into a tie-breaker round. Continue reading “St. Joseph’s Indian School Student Takes Third Place at State Free Throw Contest”
On Friday, March 1, 2024, Richard Two Two Sr., Chief of Police for Kimball, S.D., received his South Dakota Basic Law Enforcement Certification, one of 42 students graduating the course run by the South Dakota State Attorney General’s Office. Continue reading “St. Joseph’s Alum Earns South Dakota Basic Law Enforcement Certification”
This winter hasn’t been the worst in recent history, but that didn’t keep students at St. Joseph’s Indian School from blowing up a blizzard of activity on Friday, March 1, the school’s annual “I Hate Winter Day.” The day capped another annual celebration at the school: “Read Across America Week.” Continue reading ““I Hate Winter Day” Caps “Read Across America” Week at St. Joseph’s”
Candid, a leading assessor of nonprofit organizations, recently announced that, for the second year running, St. Joseph’s Indian School achieved the Platinum GuideStar Seal of Transparency for providing comprehensive information about the school’s programs, success measures and services. Platinum is the highest possible rating for a nonprofit organization. Continue reading “St. Joseph’s Indian School Donors Can Trust the Platinum Candid/GuideStar Seal”
Beginning January 28, St. Joseph’s Indian School joined other Catholic schools across the country in celebrating Catholic Schools Week. Continue reading “Catholic Schools Week Celebrated at St. Joseph’s Indian School”
When there’s snow on the way, it’s easy for adults to get swept into preparation mode. History has taught us that sometimes just a little bit of snow can turn into a whole lot of snow in a hurry. Continue reading “Children at St. Joseph’s Receive New Gear for Winter Season”
In the midst of the festive season, where twinkling lights and colorful decorations dominate the scenery, it’s important to remember the true meaning of Christmas: unconditional love and generosity. At St. Joseph’s Indian School, this spirit comes alive through many ways, but one special way is the Christmas Store. This heartwarming tradition not only brings joy to the Native American children who call St. Joseph’s home, but it also serves as a way to bless our students’ families — spreading a glimmer of Christmas magic across reservation communities in South Dakota. Continue reading “The Heartwarming Story of St. Joseph’s Indian School’s Christmas Store”