Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Kelley Kruger!
If you’ve ever felt instantly welcomed at the elementary office, you’ve met Mrs. Kruger! She’s the smiling face, friendly voice, and behind-the-scenes superhero who keeps everything organized, answers all the calls, and somehow takes care of everyone at once. We truly couldn’t do it without her! 📞🦸♀️💛
If you’ve ever felt instantly welcomed at the elementary office, you’ve met Mrs. Kruger! She’s the smiling face, friendly voice, and behind-the-scenes superhero who keeps everything organized, answers all the calls, and somehow takes care of everyone at once. We truly couldn’t do it without her! 📞🦸♀️💛
🌈💛 It’s National School Counseling Week!
Wear your bright colors tomorrow to celebrate and thank Mrs. Kris Sweeter, our amazing school counselor! 💛✨
Wear your bright colors tomorrow to celebrate and thank Mrs. Kris Sweeter, our amazing school counselor! 💛✨
The Freeman School District is seeking a dedicated and student-centered School Counselor to join our close-knit school community in Freeman, South Dakota. This position supports students’ academic, social-emotional, and career development while collaborating closely with teachers, administrators, families, and community partners. The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, proactive, and committed to helping every student grow and succeed in a supportive, small-school environment.
Freeman offers a welcoming community, strong school pride, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives every day.
Timeline - Open until filled.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to:
Jake Tietje, Superintendent
605-925-4214
jake.tietje@k12.sd.us
If you are interested in the position, please submit the following:
1) Letter of Application
2) Resume
3) Two letters of reference
4) Freeman School District Employment Application found here
Application materials can be sent electronically to the email address above or mailed to the following:
Freeman School District #33-1
Jake Tietje, Superintendent
P.O. Box 220
Freeman, SD 57029
Freeman offers a welcoming community, strong school pride, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives every day.
Timeline - Open until filled.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to:
Jake Tietje, Superintendent
605-925-4214
jake.tietje@k12.sd.us
If you are interested in the position, please submit the following:
1) Letter of Application
2) Resume
3) Two letters of reference
4) Freeman School District Employment Application found here
Application materials can be sent electronically to the email address above or mailed to the following:
Freeman School District #33-1
Jake Tietje, Superintendent
P.O. Box 220
Freeman, SD 57029
🤍🏫 Sending a big THANK YOU to our school board for their time, leadership, and commitment to our students and staff as School Board Appreciation Month comes to a close!
Marion–Freeman Rebels Boys Wrestling
The Rebel boys traveled to Wagner today to compete in the Tom Studelska Invitational, marking their final tournament of the season. The team battled hard and represented Marion–Freeman with grit and determination!
Individual Results:
• Michael Blau — DNP
• Logun Pankratz — 4th
• Josh Oleson — 6th
• Oakley McConniel — DNP
• Elmer Rodolfo — DNP
• Caleb Kirkholm — DNP
• Owen Anderson — DNP
🧪✨ Flyer Friday fun! Our elementary students got hands-on at the STEM station today, creating their very own lava lamps. Learning + creativity = a bubbling good time! 🌈🔬
🏀🏀The Flyers BBB team heads to Avon tonight to take on the Pirates. JV at 6:15 PM followed by Varsity ~ 7:45 PM.
Livestream on Avon Pirates Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHwKNOQQqSA5Emcn-Bk_dkw
Go Flyers! 🙌
🐻🦊Today we celebrated Mr. Fiegen and Mr. Lagge, our two dads-to-be! Mr. Fiegen’s adventure begins in February, and Mr. Lagge’s in May. Wishing you both the very best as you enter fatherhood!🦔🦝
🍩 Sugar Barn OPEN on Flyer Friday! ☕
📅 Friday, Jan. 30
⏰ 7:30–10:30 AM
💙 Support the FFA 💛
📅 Friday, Jan. 30
⏰ 7:30–10:30 AM
💙 Support the FFA 💛
The Flyers GBB team heads to Canistota tonight to take on the Hawks. Varsity ONLY game starts at 7:00 pm. Canistota will not have concessions.
Canistota YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/live/gkIQ3oqhyHA?si=35X-xffS2LnyIE37
Go Flyers!
Meet Mrs. Victoria Clement — our Tschetter Colony 4th–8th grade teacher!
Mrs. Clement is a true multitasking master—juggling lessons across five grade levels, caring for animals on the acreage, and sharing her love of learning with her students every single day. Her dedication and passion for education make her classroom a place where students grow and thrive 🐄📚✨
Mrs. Clement is a true multitasking master—juggling lessons across five grade levels, caring for animals on the acreage, and sharing her love of learning with her students every single day. Her dedication and passion for education make her classroom a place where students grow and thrive 🐄📚✨
Our 8th graders attended a career fair earlier this month in Wagner! 🎓✨ Hands-on demos, engaging booths, and real-world career paths helped plant seeds for their future. 🌱🔧
Meet Ms. Ana Cortes — our EL Teacher!
Ms. Cortes is a true lifesaver when it comes to language and learning. She supports our English Language Learners by building understanding, confidence, and skills every day—all while spreading kindness wherever she goes. Our students thrive because of her dedication and heart 🌍📚✨
Ms. Cortes is a true lifesaver when it comes to language and learning. She supports our English Language Learners by building understanding, confidence, and skills every day—all while spreading kindness wherever she goes. Our students thrive because of her dedication and heart 🌍📚✨
❤️ Last call for Kids Heart Challenge donations, due by 12 PM tomorrow, January 29th !❤️
🙌Thank you to everyone who has donated! Your support makes a difference!🙌
🙌Thank you to everyone who has donated! Your support makes a difference!🙌
🎉🎉Special thanks to Thunder Ridge Farms LLC, Pipestone Cares, and our local sow farmers for the generous $500 donation to our Freeman FFA chapter. Our FFA chapter appreciates the support and your involvement in our community!
🍕Support Freeman High School's Student Council with the purchase of pizza kits shipped directly to your door or meal deal codes to be picked up at a local Little Caesars location! Your purchase today helps fund activities for FHS students throughout the year! Use the link below to make your purchase. Orders are open now through February 20th!🍕
https://www.fundraising.littlecaesars.com/products?support=92b0338c-3901-4757-8be5-49b221c21c89
Introducing Mrs. Ashley Downs — our EL paraprofessional!
If smiles were a second language, Mrs. Downs would be fluent. You’ll always find her spreading good vibes in the hallways, greeting everyone with a smile, and jumping in to help wherever she’s needed. Her positivity and kindness make our school a brighter place every day!
If smiles were a second language, Mrs. Downs would be fluent. You’ll always find her spreading good vibes in the hallways, greeting everyone with a smile, and jumping in to help wherever she’s needed. Her positivity and kindness make our school a brighter place every day!
🎉 Congratulations to Riley Tschetter! 🎓
Riley has been awarded the Dakota Corps Scholarship and plans to attend SDSU, majoring in Nursing 🩺💙. We’re so proud of you and excited to see what’s ahead! 🌟👏
Riley has been awarded the Dakota Corps Scholarship and plans to attend SDSU, majoring in Nursing 🩺💙. We’re so proud of you and excited to see what’s ahead! 🌟👏
🎉 Congratulations to Vaida Ammann! 🎓
Vaida has been awarded the Dakota Corps Scholarship and plans to attend SDSU, majoring in Nursing 🩺💙.
Vaida has been awarded the Dakota Corps Scholarship and plans to attend SDSU, majoring in Nursing 🩺💙.
Marion- Freeman Rebels boys and girls traveled to Parkston yesterday for the Little B tournament.
The girls placed 4th as a team.
Emily Downs 1st
Maddie Lachman 2nd
Brooke Robinson 4th
Jesling Gonzalez DNP
Michael Blau 4th
Logun Pankratz 5th
Lane Becker 6th
Alexis Guzman 6th
Owen Anderson DNP
David Wollmann DNP
Oakley McConniel DNP
Elmer Rodolfo DNP
Josh Oleson DNP
Afouh Njingeh DNP
