
Students from Sonia Sotomayor (pictured in this photo) and the rest of the Sioux Falls School District would like to wish you a Happy Veteran's Day! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
South Dakota public schools proudly recognize and support the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication have upheld the values and freedoms we cherish, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment to protecting our nation.
Our schools are committed to instilling respect and appreciation for veterans among our students, helping them understand the importance of service and dedication. We invite our community to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude and respect for our veterans.
Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifice!


REMINDER! Sioux Falls School District schools and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, November 11, in honor of Veteran’s Day.
Thank you to all who have served! Especially SFSD staff members who proudly serve(d) in our schools and on the front lines. 🇺🇸


🏀 Girls basketball practice starts this week! 🎶 Don’t miss out on the 8th grade orchestra concert at Jefferson High School this Thursday!


Congratulations to the GMMS Musicians of the Quarter! During the first quarter of band, chorus, and orchestra, these Eagles demonstrated the four Core Values of George McGovern Middle School: Courage, Honor, Kindness, and Resilience. Congratulations, and keep up the great work!




Last weekend, the McGovern cheer team took an awesome trip to Brookings to cheer on the Jackrabbits! 🎉 They had a blast meeting the cheerleaders and even did some lifts and cheers together before the game. What an unforgettable day of spirit and teamwork! 💙💛🏈

Last weekend, some of our amazing GMMS staff dedicated their Saturday morning to preparing and serving breakfast at the Ronald McDonald House! ❤️🍳 It was a wonderful way to give back to the community and support families in need. So proud of our team!

🏀 Basketball cheer tryouts are happening this Monday after school! 🎉 No experience needed—everyone in 7th and 8th grade is welcome to join! 🖤💜


🎃🏠 Get ready for some creative spookiness at McGovern Makes this Thursday, October 31, from 8:00 - 8:40 AM in the GMMS Library! 🕷️👻 Join us for a haunted house crafting session that promises to be frightfully fun! There are only 20 spots available. Sign up in the library to secure your spot. You won't want to miss this!


Fall athletics have come to an end, but the fun isn’t over yet! Join us for the Staff-Student Volleyball Extravaganza this Wednesday! Don’t forget, the last day to buy tickets is Monday during Protime.Conferences are on Tuesday from 4:00-6:00 PM.


Happy Principals Month to our amazing administration at George McGovern! Your hard work and dedication make a world of difference. We appreciate all you do!


🏐 Last weekend, our 8th grade volleyball players had an incredible experience at the University of South Dakota! They met current students, toured the beautiful campus, heard from Coach Williamson, and cheered on the Coyotes to victory! Huge thanks to Promising Futures for making this amazing opportunity possible for our student athletes! 🏐







🎶 We are so proud of our McGovern 8th grade choir students who performed alongside the Jefferson choir on Tuesday night! They did an amazing job! 🌟👏





🍂🏐 As fall sports wrap up, don’t miss your chance to catch one of the final games!🏈 Join us for the conferences this Thursday from 4-8 PM.


🎉 Huge congratulations to our very own Officer Bertram on being nominated for an Embe in Community and Public Service! Your dedication and hard work inspire us all. We are so proud of you! 🦅💜🖤

🌱 Last month, our Garden Club harvested the garden and brought in lots of delicious tomatoes! 🍅 Don't miss out on the next meet on Thursday, October 17!

🏐 Get ready for the Staff Student Volleyball Extravaganza! 🏐 🗓️ Date: October 30, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4:00 - 5:20 PM 8th graders can sign up their teams on Canvas! 📲 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, grab your tickets to attend on Friday, October 25 and Monday, October 28 for $1! 🎟️ Concessions will be available!


No school Monday and Tuesday! 🦅🏃♀️ Check out the conference cross country meet on Thursday and cheer on our runners!


📸 Reminder: Picture retakes are tomorrow, Thursday, October 10! Only students who haven’t had their photo taken or need a retake will be photographed. Don’t miss your chance to capture your smile! 😊


Last night was unforgettable for our 8th grade volleyball teams as they took the court at Jefferson against Memorial! It was a sneak peek into the future, and the excitement was electric! 💜🏐🖤 Huge shoutout to the high school team for cheering us on!