Today, Friday, January 23, is a Remote Learning Day. Students should access Canvas for assignments. Teachers are available for support until 3:00 PM. Student attendance is documented by engagement online and assignment completion. Please note that all Middle School after-school activities and practices are cancelled. Stay safe!

2 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A dog lying comfortably on a soft blanket, wearing a Memorial Middle School t-shirt. The text "The Mustang Way" is clearly visible on the back of the shirt.

Mustang Activities This Week (Jan 26–30): Wrestling @ BVHS, boys basketball vs/at George McGovern, Edison, and Harrisburg East, plus Show Choir Competition @ RHS. #MustangsCARE

2 days ago, Memorial Middle School
Graphic titled “Mustang Activities This Week” with dates “Jan 26–30, 2026.” A list of events includes boys and girls wrestling meet at Brandon Valley High School; 8th grade boys basketball vs/at George McGovern and vs/at Edison; 7th grade boys basketball vs/at Edison; 8th grade boys basketball vs/at Harrisburg East; and a show choir competition at RHS. On the right side are three circular images: a photo of the Mustang mascot in a wrestling singlet, a photo of the Mustang mascot in a basketball uniform, and an “Executive Showcase” logo.

Four MMS Students Named to South Dakota Junior Honor Choir (2026)
Memorial Middle School is proud to announce that Ellie Howard, Marie Loftesness, Madisyn Stevenson, and Emma Zinter have been selected for the South Dakota State Junior Honor Choir 2026. This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding middle school vocalists from across the state. Congratulations to these students for representing Memorial through their hard work, talent, and dedication. #MustangsCARE

6 days ago, Memorial Middle School
Green patterned graphic with the word “Congrats!” and the Memorial Mustang “M” logo at the top. In a white rounded rectangle, the names “Ellie Howard,” “Marie Loftesness,” “Madisyn Stevenson,” and “Emma Zinter” are listed in green text. At the bottom, it reads “South Dakota Junior Honor Choir 2026.”
Friday, January 23, 2026, will be a Remote Learning Day in the Sioux Falls School District!

iPads and Chromebooks were sent home with each student earlier today. We will not have in-person learning in the schools, but students are expected to connect to their Canvas account from home for assignments and learning resources. They have practiced this at school and know what is expected of them.

Additional information for Students and Families can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/wgz62
6 days ago, Sioux Falls School District
Picture of a computer with a red warning sign on to represent the cold temperatures

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As we enjoy this day off, we encourage all students and families to reflect on our Core Value of Community. Let us ask ourselves Dr. King's urgent question: "What are you doing for others?"

9 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A graphic with a solid Memorial Green background featuring a quote by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in white text. The quote reads: "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" A graphic of MLK is on the bottom right.The Memorial Middle School Mustang logo is in the bottom left corner.

Weekly Activities: Jan. 19–23 (and Sat., Jan. 24)

Mon, Jan. 19: NO SCHOOL (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Tue, Jan. 20: Performance Dance begins
Wed, Jan. 21: Boys Basketball Picture Day
Fri, Jan. 23 & Sat, Jan. 24: South Dakota Junior Honor Choir (Rapid City, SD)

#MustangsCARE

10 days ago, Memorial Middle School
Graphic titled “Mustang Activities This Week” with a green Memorial “M” Mustang logo and the dates “Jan 19–23, 2026.” Left side lists activities by day: Monday, January 19: No School; Martin Luther King Jr Day. Tuesday, January 20: Performance Dance Begins. Wednesday, January 21: Boys Basketball Picture Day. Fri, Jan 23 and Sat, Jan 24: South Dakota Junior Honor Choir, Rapid City, SD. Right side shows three green oval photos: a student athlete in a green Mustang basketball uniform holding a basketball; a group of dancers performing on a green-lit stage with arms raised; and a choir in blue tops standing on risers on a stage.

Memorial Middle School is proud to announce our Students of the Month for December. These students were nominated by staff for exemplifying our core values of Community, Acting Responsibly, Respect, and Excellence.

13 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A group of smiling sixth graders stand and kneel in front of the Mustangs backdrop to celebrate their selection as students of the month.
A group of smiling seventh graders stand and kneel in front of the Mustangs backdrop to celebrate their selection as students of the month.
A group of smiling eighth graders stand in front of the Mustangs backdrop and a RISE student is seated in her wheelchair to celebrate their selection as students of the month.

Welcome back, Mustangs! And welcome to Semester 2! ❄️📚

We are hitting the ground running this week. Our January Newsletter is live with important updates .

👉 Important for today: All students received a new printed copy of their schedule this morning during PRO. Please check in with your student tonight to see their new classes!

Read the full newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/hd2ux #MustangsCARE

15 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A chalkboard with text saying "Welcome to Semester Two" with the Memorial Logo at the bottom

We’re excited to kick off the week and continue supporting our Mustang athletes as the winter season continues. Thank you for staying connected and supporting our students.
#MustangsCARE

17 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A green and black graphic titled “Mustang Activities This Week” with the Memorial Mustang logo and the dates January 12–17, 2026. The left side lists events for the week: Monday, January 12, no school due to a teacher work day; and Saturday, January 17, boys and girls wrestling at the MS Metro Athletic Conference hosted at Roosevelt High School from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The right side features three oval images stacked vertically: the top shows a teacher working at a desk and writing on papers; the middle displays a graphic reading “Welcome to Semester Two”; and the bottom shows two students competing in a wrestling match on a gym mat.

Classes resume on Monday, January 5. This marks the final week of the first semester. Students are encouraged to check their planners and finish strong!

24 days ago, Memorial Middle School
Green and black "Mustang Activities" graphic for January 5–10, 2026. Schedule: Girls Basketball vs. O’Gorman (Jan. 8 & 9 at 4:15 PM) and Signature Show Choir Parent Preview (Jan. 10 at 5:00 PM). Images include student athletes, the Mustang mascot, and the show choir performing.

Happy New Year from Memorial Middle School! Welcome to 2026! We hope your holiday season has been filled with joy and rest. As we prepare to return, we are excited to continue striving for excellence and supporting our students in achieving their goals.

27 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A social media graphic featuring large, 3D white numbers with green trim reading '2026' overlaid on a background of a frost-covered tree and a red brick school building. Below the year, text reads 'The Power Of' in white italics, followed by 'YET' in bold green block letters. A dark green block letter 'M' logo featuring a white horse head profile sits at the bottom center.

As we take a break from classes this week, we’re hitting "pause" to celebrate a fantastic first semester at MMS.

We embraced the "Spotify Wrapped" spirit to visualize just how impressive these past few months have been. From academic achievements in the classroom to incredible displays of sportsmanship and spirit in the hallways, our community has truly embodied our core values of Excellence and Community.

The "data" shows that kindness and hard work were our top tracks this year. We wish everyone a restful and restorative break. We can't wait to see what the 2026 playlist brings!

29 days ago, Memorial Middle School
A social media graphic styled like the 2025 Spotify Wrapped "mixtape" theme for MMS Middle School. The background is a dark, gritty texture resembling crumpled black paper.

Memorial Middle School is proud to celebrate a major achievement by one of our own. On November 22nd, Holly Lynch was formally inducted into the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Hall of Fame. This induction recognizes her outstanding contributions to the sport and her dedication to student-athletes. Mrs. Lynch exemplifies our Core Value of Excellence, and we are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with her.

30 days ago, Memorial Middle School
Holly Lynch stands on a volleyball court, smiling and waving with one hand while holding a Hall of Fame plaque in the other. She is wearing a black jacket and standing in front of a net during an induction ceremony.
A printed Hall of Fame display featuring a portrait of Holly Lynch with the heading “Hall of Fame” and her name below. The text describes her induction into the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association Hall of Fame and highlights her coaching accomplishments and legacy.

Gator 8 Students Create Blankets for Project Warm-Up

On Friday, December 12, students from the Gator 8 team participated in a service learning project for Project Warm-Up. The students worked together to tie and assemble fleece blankets, which will be distributed to those in need within the Sioux Falls community. This project highlights the Memorial Middle School Core Value of Community ("Take Care of Others"). We are proud of our students for their generosity and hard work!

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A green, winter-themed collage titled “Project Warm Up” shows Memorial Middle School students working together to make tie blankets. The top photo shows five students standing in a school hallway holding up a completed fleece blanket with a colorful pattern. Two smaller photos below show groups of students sitting on classroom floors, cutting and tying fleece blankets in purple and patterned fabrics. The Memorial Mustang logo appears in the corner, emphasizing teamwork and community service.

The Challenger Team is proud to announce their Core Value Award winners for this month. These students were selected by their teachers for consistently demonstrating Memorial Middle School's core values: Community, Act Responsibly, Respect, and Excellence. By treating others with kindness, taking ownership of their learning, and serving their peers, these students set a fantastic example for the entire school. Congratulations to our winners!

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A group of smiling students from the Challenger team standing in a row, holding their "Mustang Core Value" certificates. They are dressed in school attire. The background features Memorial Middle School colors.

On Thursday, December 11, the 6th Grade Mavericks Team held a special rally to honor their students' achievements. During the assembly, teachers presented CARE Awards to students who have consistently demonstrated Memorial's Core Values: Community, Act Responsibly, Respect, and Excellence. The rally was a wonderful opportunity for the 6th graders to come together, celebrate their peers, and build team spirit.

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A large group of 6th-grade students from the Mavericks team gathered for a rally. The students are in three rows, holding certificates, smiling proudly.

Just a reminder to our Memorial families: Monday: Regular Schedule; Tuesday: EARLY RELEASE (School dismisses at 1:48 PM); Wed - Fri: NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A green and black graphic titled “Mustang Activities This Week” with the Memorial Mustang logo and the dates December 22–26, 2025. The left side lists the schedule: Monday, December 22, school as usual; Tuesday, December 23, a two-hour early release with dismissal at 1:48 p.m.; and Wednesday through Friday, December 24–26, no school for winter break. On the right, two oval photos show the Memorial Mustang mascot. In the top image, the mascot sits at a student desk in a classroom with a thought bubble reading “1.5 more days until winter break.” In the bottom image, the mascot is lying in bed under blankets next to a digital alarm clock, suggesting sleeping in during winter break.

Winter Orchestra Concerts
The Winter Orchestra Concerts are taking place today, Thursday, December 18, in the Memorial Middle School auditorium. We invite all families and community members to attend the evening performances. The 6th Grade performs at 6:30 PM, followed by the 7th and 8th Grades at 7:30 PM. Matinee previews are also occurring throughout the school day. We look forward to an evening of musical excellence!

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A promotional graphic for the Memorial Middle School Winter Orchestra Concerts. The text lists Matinee times: 6th Grade at 1:25 PM, 8th Grade at 2:15 PM, and 7th Grade at 3:10 PM. It lists Evening Performances: 6th Grade at 6:30 PM, and 7th/8th Grade at 7:30 PM. The graphic features the Memorial Mustang logo and school colors.

It is a packed week at Memorial Middle School! Our Girls Basketball teams take on GMMS and Ben Reifel, while our Wrestling team heads to JHS on Saturday. Don't miss the 8th Grade Band Concert on Tuesday night at Roosevelt High School (7:00 PM) and the Orchestra Concerts on Thursday evening at Memorial. Come support our Mustangs!

about 1 month ago, Memorial Middle School
A graphic titled "2025-12-15 MS Activities Schedule" featuring the Memorial Middle School logo. The schedule lists: Monday: 7th Girls Basketball at GMMS. Tuesday: 8th Girls Basketball vs GMMS, and 8th Grade Band Concert at RHS at 7:00 PM. Thursday: Orchestra Matinees and Evening Performances, and 7th Girls Basketball vs Ben Reifel. Friday: 8th Girls Basketball vs Ben Reifel. Saturday: Boys & Girls Wrestling Meet at JHS.

Talent Show Auditions: Dec 15, 16, 19

Auditions for the Memorial Mustang Talent Show will be held in the Choir Room after school on December 15, 16, and 19. We are looking for talent acts and emcees! No sign-up is necessary; students should line up in the Music Hallway ready to perform. Students not in choir who are interested in Stage Crew should speak with Mr. Wipf or Ms. Tvedt.

about 2 months ago, Memorial Middle School
A graphic titled "Auditions: Memorial's Mustang Talent Show." Text lists dates: December 15, 16, and 19 after school in the Choir Room. It reads: "Calling all Acts and Emcees! No sign-up necessary. Just line up in the Music Hallway."