2018
S R E H C A E T OF THE R A YE
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A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE DAILY REPUBLIC JUNE 2018
Avon
2 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Mel Fathke
Title: Social Studies teacher School: Avon School District Years of service to school: 39 years Education(High School, College): Avon High School, University of South Dakota, Dakota State University, University of South Dakota at Springfield Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I enjoy and have a passion for the teaching of our grassroots in the super state of South Dakota. The students should be proud of where they come from and that each one of us can make a huge difference. I love teaching and sharing our South Dakota state history. It is important to remember and learn from our grassroots, like our family and friends. It is important to make your local and state history come alive. It is important to believe in your personal own story and your special wall of fame. It is significant to know the history of our state of South Dakota. Always remember what others do for you and what you can do for others. I have posters hanging all over the history room with important quotes, sayings, and devoted messages. 001734552r1
Avon Locker BUTCHER SHOP-SPECIALTY GROCERY STORE
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CAROL AND VERN TOLSMA Owners 503 Pine Street Avon, SD 57315
Your Equipment Headquarters!
Dave Brandt
605-286-3638 or 605-660-0661
Located 1 mile West of Hwy 37 on Hwy 46.
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BERNDT FARM EQUIPMENT
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CROSBY & JAEGER FUNERAL HOME
Congratulations
Jim & Julie Jaeger • Chad & Lisa Peters
AVON TEACHER OF THE YEAR!
Open Monday–Friday 8-5:30 Saturday 8-1:00
105 North Main - Avon, SD 605-286-3241
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In Touch With Your Banking Needs
Farmers Coop Elevator 605-286-3297 Coop Fuel 605-286-3797 Farm & Ranch 605-286-3698 Avon, SD
Located 1 Mile West of Tyndall, SD on Highway 50
Avon Teacher Of The Year
Ron's Market Ron Pelton • Owner
102 North Main • Avon, SD • 605-286-3917
Outstanding Teacher of the Year
Mel Fathke
COMMUNITY BANK
118 N Main Street - Avon, SD 605-286-3213
Avon Lumber
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Mel Fathke!
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
Bon Homme
3 • June 2018
Vicky Carda
Title: Tabor elementary Title I teacher/ interventionist School: Tabor Elementary, Bon Homme School District Years of service to school: 17 years Education(High School, College): Bon Homme High School, Mount Marty College Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because I have always enjoyed working with young people. During high school, I babysat and during college, I worked at the daycare on campus. What I enjoy most about teaching is watching the students grow in their abilities. I don’t care how long it takes the students to grasp a certain concept, it’s the “aha” moment when their eyes light up and they say, “Mrs. Carda, I understand this!” That is what makes it all worthwhile. I enjoy helping all students succeed. Also, working alongside the staff at Bon Homme makes teaching enjoyable.
CARSON
Family Dentistry
Congratulations
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Peterson Auctioneer
Glenn Peterson 40837 315th, Springfield, SD 605-369-2638 • 605-661-1843 cellphone #
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D. Nolan Carson III, DDS PO Box 567 707 Chestnut St. Springfield, SD 605-369-2226 cfd@goldenwest.net
SECURITY
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Vicky Carda Teacher of the Year
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Tyndall Ace Hardware Owners: Wayne & Peg Winckler 802 Main Street Tyndall,SD 605-589-4700
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TYNDALL BAKERY
Ed & Carol Radack 1701 North Main • Tyndall, SD 605-589-3772
Kingbury Grain & Feed Robert Shutt/Owner 30866 413th Avenue Springfield,SD
605-589-3323
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Open M-F from 6:30am to 5:00 pm Saturday hours 6:30am to 12pm
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Fresh Baked Daily
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Jackrabbitt Seed, LLC 605-464-4053
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Canistota
4 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Brandon Blide
Title: Mathematics and business teacher School: Canistota High School Years of service to school: 7 years Education(High School, College): Washington High School, South Dakota State University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? Today, I enjoy teaching because every day and every class is a new experience. I teach six different classes so I am having to keep on my toes throughout the day. At Canistota we have great students who strive to learn each and every day. Seeing them get involved and interested in what I am teaching is exactly what I had hoped to get out of this profession.
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Congratulations
Congratulations
2017 CANISTOTA TEACHER OF THE YEAR
MATTHAEI EXCAVATING Leonard Matthaei, Owner 26430 446th Ave. Canistota, SD 57012
CANISTOTA TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Larry’s Service Station
605-421-1464
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Russell Bunger - Owner 300 Main Street - Canistota, SD - 605-296-3331 001734623r1
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Congratulations! 208 W Main Street Canistota
Congratulations! • Fabrication and repair of all types • All types of steel
Engbarth Directional Drilling
410 East Ave. Canistota, SD 605-296-3114
Canistota Teacher of the Year!
CONGRATULATIONS BRANDON BLIDE
STEVE’S WELDING MFG. INC.
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Congratulations
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• Whirlpool Tubs • Guest Laundry • Exercise Room • Massage Room • Internet In Rooms • Microwave & Fridge
(605) 296-3431 Canistota, SD www.ortmanclinic.com
Chad & Mandy Keller
100 East Main Street Canistota, SD 605-296-3434
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 5
Chamberlain Debbie Swanson
Title: First-grade reading teacher School: Chamberlain Elementary Years of service to school: 25 years Education(High School, College): Chamberlain High School, Dakota Wesleyan University, Kindergarten MA curriculum and instruction at St. Scholastica, Duluth, Minnesota Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I always wanted to be a teacher. I thought I wanted to be an interior decorator. I babysat a lot in high school and loved being with children. Then I took a nanny job in Minnesota working with a very special little boy and it was then that I decided I would enjoy being a teacher. I love children and that’s why I teach! It is extremely rewarding to watch children learn and grow! Everyone always asks, “which grade did you enjoy teaching the most?” I have loved all of them for different reasons. I have been teaching first-grade reading the last six years. Teaching first graders to read has been extremely rewarding, but also very challenging at times. Some children catch on quickly and others struggle.
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Chisum Peterson SDRE #11738
605-234-6049 PO Box 498 Chamberlain, SD 57325
Thank you for teaching our kids Debbie Swanson
HICKEY
605-234-4214 office petersonlandauction.com
HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING • PLUMBING
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201 West King Chamberlain,SD 605-234-6811
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Chamberlain Wholesale Grocery Co. 400 E. Prospect • Chamberlain, SD
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100 Paul Gust Rd., Chamberlain, SD
605-234-5559
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Chamberlain-Oacoma South Dakota Kelli Potter Independent Insurance 106 E. Beebe Ave Chamberlain, SD 234-2323 Chamberlain Office 869-6900 Kennebec Office Tues.
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Congratulations!
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R & J Gravel & Construction
Byre Brothers
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Rod Reuer
308 Eagle Ave. • Chamberlain, SD 605-234-1606
Dignity of Earth & Sky
Historic Highway 16 Bridge
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Debbie Swanson
ADMISSION BY DONATION OPEN ALL YEAR 1480 S Main Street, Chamberlain SD 605-234-4216 • sdexcellence.org
1301 N. Main Street 605-234-3452
6 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Corsica-Stickney Lorisa Broughton
Title: K-6 special education School: Corsica-Stickney Years of service to school: 23 years Education (High School, College): Corsica High School, Dakota Wesleyan University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? Education has always been important to me. Learning and experiencing new things is a great way to grow as an individual. Helping others to enjoy learning and exploring everything that is out there seemed like a good career fit for me. What I enjoy most about teaching is that no day is the same as the next. Every day I learn something new from my students or they inspire me to learn or research something new. Teaching has allowed me the ultimate joy of watching a child as they have that “light bulb” moment or as they reach a goal that they have worked hard on.
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Congratulations Lorisa!
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SANDWICHES
Braley Law Office
280 Main Street Corsica, SD
STICKNEY, SD 732-4646
120 S. Pleasant View Ave. Corsica, SD 605-946-5255
605-946-5123
Corsica Hardware
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Harv & Alfred Hup 420 North Industrial Avenue Corsica, SD
140 E. Main Corsica, SD
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605-946-5855
(605) 946-5481
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Custom Spraying “Ground or Air We’ll Be There”
CENTRAL AG. LLC.
Independent & Assisted Living Center 210 N. Dakota Ave. Corsica, SD 605-946-5229
Jason Schuman
Stickney, SD 732-4235
860 East 1st • 605-680-9911 centralag@goldenwest.net
South Side Farm Services Keith & Val Vanden Hoek
850 South Dakota Rd. • Corsica, SD
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Local and long distance grain and livestock hauling
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Leisure Living Inc.
Charlotte Brown • Jim Brown Deb Dethlefsen • Marilyn Reimnitz Agents
2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 7
Howard Stacy Wingen
Title: K-6 special education School: Howard Elementary School Years of service to school: 36 years Education (High School, College): Canova High School, Northern State University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I remember since third grade that I always wanted to be a teacher. I loved being around kids, from babysitting to helping with Vacation Bible School after I was too old to go myself. My decision on a career never changed. Teaching young children is the best job ever. Teaching the basics in reading, writing and math is so fun for me. The children are eager to learn and think that I know so much! (I do know a lot in the kindergarten curriculum.) I love getting hugs and smiles each day and watching how excited the kids get when they understand something. It is fun to see where we start in the fall and how much they have grown and changed at the end of the school year. I wouldn’t trade my job with anyone!
We’re Proud Of You!
Rusty’s Food Store, Inc. YOU’RE LOCALLY-OWNED HOMETOWN GROCERY STORE!
SERVING THE MINER COUNTY AREA FOR OVER 50 YEARS!
M-Sat • 7:00 am-7:00 pm | Sun • 9:00 am-12:00 pm
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115 North Main St. Howard, SD
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Fidelity Abstract & Title Co. 605-772-5632
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Thank You For Your Dedication
Howard Cold Storage
(605) 772-4481 www.good-sam.com
Whispering Winds What an outstanding teaching you do STACY WINGEN
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Howard
216 South Main Howard, SD 605-772-4621
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Willoughby Funeral Home 301 North Main Street • Howard, SD
605-772-4681
Best Wishes to Stacy Wingen
ASSISTED LIVING CENTER 700 S MAIN HOWARD, SD
605-772-5885
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
Jones County Holly Stewart
Title: Second-grade teacher School: Jones County Elementary Years of service to school: 3 years Education (High School, College): I attended Hartington High School in Hartington, Nebraska and Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I wanted to be a teacher since I was a kid. My mom was a teacher growing up and I saw all of the fun things that she could pass on to kids and how interested they were in what she was teaching, so that inspired me to inspire others. I love seeing how much the students grow from the beginning of the year to the end of the year. I love helping kids reach their full potential, even if they didn’t believe they could.
Star Family Restaurant
Moore Building Center LLC
Open Daily 7am-9pm See ya When Ya Get Here!!
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• Great Food • Friendly Staff • Fast Service • Eat In-Take Out •Homemade Soup • Buffalo Burgers • Indian Tacos • Ice Cream Shoppe • Homemade Pizza
Best Wishes Holly Stewart!
Sophie McKenzie, Owner
Murdo, SD
605-280-9516
507 Kennedy Ave Murdo, SD (605) 669-3070
sugarcoatedbysophie@gmail.com
103 East 5th Street, Murdo, SD • 605-669-2411
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Thank you for being such a dedicated teacher Holly! We Appreciate Your Efforts!!
100 Main Street, Draper, SD 605-669-2401
Other locations in Fort Pierre and Presho
Venard Tire Service
WE PROVIDE TIRE REPAIR, SERVICE & ROAD SERVICE
The influence of a great teacher can never be erased. Thanks Holly!
JONES COUNTY CLINIC
904 West 5th St., Murdo, SD 605-669-2077
609 Garfield Ave, Murdo, SD 605-669-2121
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 9
Lyman Callie Hills
Title: Middle school reading teacher School: Lyman Middle School Years of service to school: I started teaching in Lyman the 2006/2007 school year Education (High School,College): I graduated from Lyman High School in 2000, from BHSU in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in education, and in 2011, I graduated from USF with a master’s degree as a reading specialist Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because of my second-grade teacher, Susan Taylor. I wanted to make a difference in the life of a child the way she did to mine and so many others. She taught me that working hard in school, being kind always, and having fun were the keys to being happy in life and with your career. I enjoy the conversations I get to have with my students. I enjoy watching them grow, learn, be successful in school and in extracurricular activities. Having a student come in before school, or catching me between classes, and telling me about something positive that has happened in their life makes my heart happy. I love the relationships that I’ve built with my students. Teaching and reading with them about real-life situations, seeing them connect with the material, allowing them to add their own unique, personal touches to their projects makes each day interesting! 001734991r1
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Outstanding Job Callie!
Congratulations!
200 West Railway St., Kennebec, SD 605-869-2253 • Grain Office – 605-869-2255 Agronomy
Congratulations Callie!
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We are proud of you Callie!
BEST WISHES TEACHER OF THE YEAR!
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Best Wishes Callie!
BJ'S FOOD CENTER 105 S Main Kennebec
869-2256
10 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Plankinton Mercia Schroeder
Title: High school Spanish II teacher, English as a Second Language School: Plankinton School Years of service to school: 10 years Education (High School,College): Fundação Bradesco in São Paulo state, Brazil, FIEO and UNIP in São Paulo state, Brazil, Metropolitan Community College, Johnson County Community College, University of South Dakota, Dakota Wesleyan University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because I fell in love with education when I came to work first as a bilingual paraprofessional at the Plankinton School. Inside the classrooms, I experienced the dedicated work and care that pours out of amazing professionals at every minute of the day, and how children respond to that. The rewarding feeling of participating in the process of enriching someone’s life through education was enough to make every single minute of my day meaningful. What I enjoy most about teaching is the unique connection between teacher and students. I enjoy listening to them, and the exchange of experience and knowledge between us is so unique and fulfilling.
Best Wishes Mercia!
CONGRATULATIONS!
24/7 Nursing Staff • Social Services • Daily Activities On-site Beautician • Therapeutic Diets Medicare & Medicaid Certified Inpatient and Outpatient Therapy
OVERWEG AUTO, GLASS & FUEL, LLC
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WE OFFER GREAT PRICES! • FOOD • FUEL • CLEAN STORE • FRIENDLY SERVICE
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Congratulations Mercia Schroeder
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Congrats Mercia Schroeder
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PLANK INN Owners
Bultsma Agency
Congratulation Mercia! An extra special Teacher of the Year!
Clint Bultsma
124 North Main Plankinton, SD 605-942-7200
Teresa & James
Plankinton, SD
605-942-7561
Plankinton, SD • 605-942-KIDS (5437)
2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 11
Platte-Geddes Sandy Du Frain
Title: Second-grade teacher School: Platte-Geddes Elementary Years of service to school: 5 years Education (High School,College): I graduated from Geddes High School. My undergraduate degree was with the University of South Dakota and my master’s degree was with Walden University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I decided I wanted to become a teacher because I couldn’t think of another occupation I wanted to do more than teaching. I honestly feel like I get the “best group of kids” every year. I get to stand up, in front of our next generation, and influence and enlighten them. After all, some of them will be our leaders, entrepreneurs, or our next-door neighbors. Whatever they choose, I know that I helped mold them. I get to mold through hands-on, reallife experiences. I get to sing, dance, model, entertain, learn, create, influence, advise, watch kids discover, and so much more. It doesn’t get any better than that.
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Geddes 337-2561
605-337-3374
36590 SD Hwy 44 • Platte, SD www.pharmco.com LOCATIONS IN Platte•Chamberlain•Kimball•Winner
Congratulations Sandy!
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Congratulations Sandy! Bob & Gus Middendorp
Complete Machine Fabricating & FabricatingShop & Welding Silage/ Grain Truck Boxes Welding Silage/ Grain Truck Boxes Heavy Heavy duty land levelers MFS Mixer Wagons duty land levelers MFS Mixer Wagons Platte, S.D. S.D. Platte, 337-2621
337-2621 • 1-800-658-2293 1-800-658-2293 E. of Platteon on Hwy 44 44 E. of Platte Hwy
12 E. 7th Street Platte, SD
605-337-3009
“We do the most for you”
CONGRATULATIONS SANDY DUFRAIN teacher of the year
Ringling Trucking Company
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Platte, SD Phone: 337-3325
THANK YOU FOR TEACHING OUR CHILDREN!
Josh’s ATV Service
ATV SERVICE & REPAIR USED ATV SALES 36578 SD Highway 44, Platte, SD 57369. JOSH VEURINK 605-337-ATV (2887) Cell 605-680-0362
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Platte Food Center
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Ross Ringling 27462 SD Highway 45 • Platte, SD • 605-337-2492
New Owner, Chris Pearson 801 E. 7th, Platte, SD 605-337-3250
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Chris Nelson General Manager
Complete Machine Shop
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Dan Schulte, Mgr.Mgr. Dan Schulte, Mgr. Dan Schulte, Congratulations Geddes Geddes Geddes Teacher of the Year! 337-2561 337-2561 337-2561 Sandy DuFrain
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Roadstop 21 W 7th St. Platte 337-3304
1-800-337-2655 PO Box 905 Platte, SD 57369
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Feeds All types Feeds Feeds Feeds ofAll Grain All types ofFertilizer types of All Dry types of Grain Grain Grain Mgr. Dan Schulte, DryFertilizer Fertilizer Dry Dry Fertilizer
PLATTE LIVESTOCK MARKET
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12 • June 2018
Sanborn Central
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Candi Danek
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Title: Language Arts teacher School: Sanborn Central High School Years of service to school: 14 years Education (High School,College): Sioux Falls Lincoln, University of Sioux Falls Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? From the time I was a little girl, my friends and I played school. I didn’t always get to be the teacher, but it was more fun than being the student. I was never disappointed when I became a teacher. I have always enjoyed the students, most of the time!
39758 SD Hwy 34 Woonsocket, SD 57385 605-796-4448
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Mumford Protsch LLC
#1 With Us!
Country Pumper
Insurance
Phone: 495-4242
207 S Dumont Ave. Woonsocket, SD
East of Forestburg on Hwy. 34
111 S. Dumont Ave Woonsocket, SD 57385
605-796-4150
We Feature...
Jim, Trudy, Robert, Susan TELEPHONE 605-796-4471 • 866-546 HEGG
• Gas • Snacks • Video Lottery • Hunting Licenses • Hunting Supplies
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“Transportation Across the Nation!”
BROOKS OIL CO., INC. 605-248-2310
Pool - Darts - Great Food Friendly Atmosphere
Letcher, SD
CLAYTON’S REPAIR SHOP 605-248-2344 605-999-4038
EX pRESS
LOCATED ON THE WEST END OF MAIN STREET, LETCHER, S.D.
EXCELLENT VALUE PERSONAL SERVICE
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• 605-796-4401
“FROM WHEELS TO FIELDS”
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Thank you for teaching our children!
Bob Schmit • Artesian, SD
Woonsocket, SD
Letcher, SD 605-248-2226
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Artesian Seed
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LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED FOR OVER 40 YEARS!
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Congrats Candi Danek
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401 S. 1st Ave. Woonsocket 605-796-4467
STOP Hwy 34 & Main Street Woonsocket 605-796-4369
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 13
Wagner Theresa Koupal
Title: Study hall monitor, school newspaper and yearbook adviser School: Wagner Community School Years of service to school: 39 years Education (High School,College): Gregory High School, Mount Marty College Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I was inspired to become a teacher by the teachers I had while attending school in Gregory. My junior high English teacher, Hilda Raymond, was a true inspiration for me. I became a teacher because I love working with young people. I have a passion for learning and being in a school setting gave me new opportunities to learn. My goal as a teacher is to share my passion for learning with students and help them realize their true potential.
WE HAVE A LOT OF GREAT DEALS!
Congratulations
Kenneth W. Cotton, Broker
THERESA KOUPAL
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14 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Wessington Springs Julie Fastnacht
Title: K-12 general music/vocal play/musical director School: Wessington Springs School District Years of service to school: 20 years Education (High School,College): Auburn High School in Washington State, Central Washington University, Washington State Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because I enjoy working with children and sharing my passion of music. Teaching has given me the ability to connect with students on many levels. Recently, I directed the play “The Bullying Collection,” and had my students perform for our student body and community. Our goal was to teach the negative impact of bullying. This was a great learning experience for all involved. I have also had the opportunity to get 25 ukuleles donated through DonorsChoose.org, and will be adding ukuleles to my sixth-grade curriculum this next school year.
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 15
Mitchell -- John Paul II Megan Rokusek Title: Preschool teacher School: John Paul II Years of service to school: 12 years Education (High School,College): Mitchell High School, Dakota Wesleyan University, University of South Dakota Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? My love for teaching started when I was in elementary school. I had some wonderful teachers that truly made a great impact on my life and inspired me to follow in their footsteps. I wanted to work with children and make that same impact as I had from them. I wanted to help children to love learning and to make a difference in their lives. The most rewarding part of teaching is the kids! Their laughter and smiles make coming to work every day worth it. I love seeing how much the students have grown throughout the year and the moments when they finally get it! I enjoy making learning fun and trying new things to reach each child in my class.
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16 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Mitchell -- Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary Sarah Timmer
Title: Third-grade teacher School: Gertie Belle Rogers Years of service to school: 4 years Education (High School, College): Tri-Valley High School, University of Sioux Falls, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? The reason I became a teacher is simple -- I love all children! My goal is to help each student reach their full potential. It is very rewarding to help students discover their love for learning and watch students grow. I enjoy teaching knowledge standards, but I also take pleasure in teaching children how to collaborate and work with others. This involves teaching students how to listen to others with the intent to understand, problem solve, and how to clarify and articulate a plan or idea. I also take joy in helping students discover how to celebrate learning from their mistakes, and the importance of enjoying and persevering through challenging tasks. These skills will help them to become positive members of society.
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 17
Mitchell -- L.B. Williams Elementary Chad Lentsch Title: Fifth-grade teacher School: L.B. Williams Elementary Years of service to school: 3 years Education (High School,College): Madison High School, University of South Dakota Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? This is my opportunity to once again reaffirm to my students that I care about them, and that I am here to make a positive difference in their lives. Aristotle was on point when he stated: “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” Making a positive difference continues throughout the day in Room 409 in everything we do. Our class mottos are reaffirmed each day: “Be kind, work hard and learn.” We then talk about making it a good day. In Room 409, we don’t just have good days, we make good days. In order to make good days, I afford learning opportunities to my students that provide meaning and memories. When a student is provided with a memorable experience, then the goal of “learn” is attained in one lifelong memory.
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
Mitchell -- Longfellow Elementary Wendi Schnabel Title: First-grade teacher School: Longfellow Elementary Years of service to school: 12 years Education (High School,College): Custer High School, Northern State University, Southwest Minnesota State University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because I wanted to make a difference and teaching allows me to that. Teaching is in my blood; my mom is a retired teacher. What I enjoy most about teaching is seeing students’ faces light up when they realize they are a reader!
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2018 Teacher Of The Year
June 2018 • 19
Mitchell Middle School Darci Winthers
Title: Special education teacher School: Mitchell Middle School Years of service to school: 25 years Education (High School,College): Mitchell High School, University of South Dakota, Northern State University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? From a very young age, I decided to follow in my father’s and grandmother’s footsteps to become a third-generation teacher. I believe every child has potential, unique gifts, and talents, even those with learning disabilities. A teacher makes a positive impact and leaves a lifelong impression on students. This belief underlies my commitment to teaching and sets my goals for students when they enter and leave my classroom. Modeling patience and understanding are of high importance to me. I want my students to develop determination and perseverance, and I want to instill in them a good work ethic that will carry them toward a successful future. Each day I enjoy watching and helping students achieve their goals and making a positive impact.
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20 • June 2018
2018 Teacher Of The Year
Mitchell High School Melanie Jacobson
Title: Mathematics teacher School: Mitchell High School Years of service to school: 6 years Education (High School,College): Aberdeen Central High School, South Dakota State University Why did you become a teacher, and what do you enjoy about teaching? I became a teacher because I enjoy learning and helping others learn. I have a talent for mathematics, and I chose to become a teacher because I wanted to use my talent to help others. I love how mathematics can explain phenomena in the real world, and I love watching my students discover this too!
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