🏀🏀Tomorrow night (2-17-26) is DH basketball action in Freeman! The Flyers host the Ethan Rustlers. Game times and LiveStream information below. All games are in the HS Gym starting with JV Girls at 4:00 PM.
🎥YouTube LiveStream: (JV Boys, JV Girls, V Girls, V Boys) - https://youtube.com/live/UJp9fJxfdag?feature=share
🎥NFHS LiveStreams:
Girls JV - 4:00 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam3da11ae73b
Boys JV - 5:00 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam8b1e501613
Girls Varsity ~6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gambc91be9202
Boys Varsity ~7:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam6f89b13ea0
Go Flyers! 🙌
🎥YouTube LiveStream: (JV Boys, JV Girls, V Girls, V Boys) - https://youtube.com/live/UJp9fJxfdag?feature=share
🎥NFHS LiveStreams:
Girls JV - 4:00 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam3da11ae73b
Boys JV - 5:00 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam8b1e501613
Girls Varsity ~6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gambc91be9202
Boys Varsity ~7:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam6f89b13ea0
Go Flyers! 🙌

✈︎ 𝗙𝗟𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗡!! 🏀
Freeman 72, Wall 48
Senior, Tate Sorensen is the Game MVP after recording 19 points and 10 rebounds!
Awesome work Flyers!!🙌🏻
Freeman 72, Wall 48
Senior, Tate Sorensen is the Game MVP after recording 19 points and 10 rebounds!
Awesome work Flyers!!🙌🏻

📚✨ Coin War Thank You! ✨📚
A BIG thank you to everyone who participated in our Coin War! 💰👏
🎉 Congratulations to our lucky winners, 3rd Grade! 🎉
All money collected goes directly to classroom teachers to shop for and purchase books for their classrooms. Your support helps put more books into the hands of our students, and we are so grateful! ❤️📖
A BIG thank you to everyone who participated in our Coin War! 💰👏
🎉 Congratulations to our lucky winners, 3rd Grade! 🎉
All money collected goes directly to classroom teachers to shop for and purchase books for their classrooms. Your support helps put more books into the hands of our students, and we are so grateful! ❤️📖


✈︎ 𝗙𝗟𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗡!! 🏀
Freeman 57, Gettysburg 25
Junior, Rylee Peters is the Game MVP after recording 22 points and 11 rebounds!
Awesome work Flyers!!🙌🏻

🏀🏀Freeman GBB and BBB are both competing in the DWU Classic this year. The Flyer girls take on Gettysburg today (2-13-26) at 9:00 AM at the Corn Palace. The Flyer boys match up tomorrow (2-14-26) with Wall at 4:30 PM. Game LiveStreams area available to purchase for $12.99 a game at https://dwu.liveticket.tv. Go Flyers! 🙌

🏀🏀Come out for BBB action tonight in Freeman! The Flyers are hosting the C-S Jaguars. Game times and LiveStream info below.
YouTube link:
https://youtube.com/live/3hGDLTu0scI?feature=share
Game times and NFHS links:
C Boys @ 5:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam0d3d2a85b9
JV Boys @ 6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gamb4603d4017
Varsity Boys @ ~7:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam7a0a08860e
Go Flyers! 🙌🎉🙌
YouTube link:
https://youtube.com/live/3hGDLTu0scI?feature=share
Game times and NFHS links:
C Boys @ 5:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam0d3d2a85b9
JV Boys @ 6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gamb4603d4017
Varsity Boys @ ~7:30 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam7a0a08860e
Go Flyers! 🙌🎉🙌

Twelve of our Freeman Elementary students had a great time with Mrs. Waltner at the Elementary Festival Honor Choir in Brookings on Thursday, Feb. 12. It was a fabulous concert!



NOTICE OF VACANCY ON SCHOOL BOARD
FREEMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT 33-1
The following school board position(s) will become vacant due to the expiration of the present term(s) of office of the following School Board members:
David Downs, Appointed School Board Member, Three (3) year term beginning July 1, 2026
Circulation of nominating petitions may begin on February 2, 2026, and petitions may be filed in the office of the Business Manager located at 1001 S. Wipf St., Freeman, SD 57029 between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday Central Standard Time no later than the 24th of March 2026, at 5:00pm.
FREEMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT 33-1
The following school board position(s) will become vacant due to the expiration of the present term(s) of office of the following School Board members:
David Downs, Appointed School Board Member, Three (3) year term beginning July 1, 2026
Circulation of nominating petitions may begin on February 2, 2026, and petitions may be filed in the office of the Business Manager located at 1001 S. Wipf St., Freeman, SD 57029 between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday Central Standard Time no later than the 24th of March 2026, at 5:00pm.

Introducing Mrs. Miranda Langle — one of our awesome cooks!
Mrs. Langle is always cooking up something delicious and serving it with a smile! From early mornings to behind-the-scenes prep work, she keeps our students fueled and ready to learn. We’re so grateful for the heart, hard work, and tasty meals she brings to our school each day! 🍽️💛
Mrs. Langle is always cooking up something delicious and serving it with a smile! From early mornings to behind-the-scenes prep work, she keeps our students fueled and ready to learn. We’re so grateful for the heart, hard work, and tasty meals she brings to our school each day! 🍽️💛

📚✨ Last Call for the Book Fair! Open until 8 PM tonight, Thursday, Feb. 12th in the elementary library. Shop these awesome books and help us earn new books for our library! 📚✨



🎶 Freeman High School Choir Shines at Region 1 Contest! 🎶
On Wednesday, February 11th, Freeman High School Choir students participated in the Region 1 Small Group Vocal Contest and delivered outstanding performances!
✨ 8 small groups performed
🏅 7 groups earned Superior ratings
👏 1 group received an Excellent rating
🌟 Our Boys 9 Ensemble received a perfect score!
We also had several outstanding solo performances:
🎤 Jocelyn Lee earned a Superior rating for her vocal solo and received a perfect score!
🎹 Liam Loofbourrow, Reeslyn Hofer, and Cadence Hofer received Superior ratings for their piano solos.
🌟 Reeslyn Hofer and Cadence Hofer also earned perfect scores!
Congratulations to all of our performers on your hard work, dedication, and success. We are so proud of you! 💙🎵
On Wednesday, February 11th, Freeman High School Choir students participated in the Region 1 Small Group Vocal Contest and delivered outstanding performances!
✨ 8 small groups performed
🏅 7 groups earned Superior ratings
👏 1 group received an Excellent rating
🌟 Our Boys 9 Ensemble received a perfect score!
We also had several outstanding solo performances:
🎤 Jocelyn Lee earned a Superior rating for her vocal solo and received a perfect score!
🎹 Liam Loofbourrow, Reeslyn Hofer, and Cadence Hofer received Superior ratings for their piano solos.
🌟 Reeslyn Hofer and Cadence Hofer also earned perfect scores!
Congratulations to all of our performers on your hard work, dedication, and success. We are so proud of you! 💙🎵

Meet Mrs. Lori Mehlhaf — our Junior High/High School paraprofessional!
From locker-lined hallways to busy class periods, Lori is always on the move—supporting students, answering questions, and offering a steady smile between the bells. We’re so grateful for the positive impact she makes each day! ✨
From locker-lined hallways to busy class periods, Lori is always on the move—supporting students, answering questions, and offering a steady smile between the bells. We’re so grateful for the positive impact she makes each day! ✨

🌾💙 **Gear Up for FFA Week!** 💙🌾
The Freeman FFA is celebrating FFA Week
🗓 Monday, Feb. 23 – Thursday, Feb. 26
Start planning your outfits now and get ready for our dress-up days! 👢🧢
Let’s show our FFA pride and make it a great week! 💛💙
#freemanffa #ffaweek #fhs #weekoffun
The Freeman FFA is celebrating FFA Week
🗓 Monday, Feb. 23 – Thursday, Feb. 26
Start planning your outfits now and get ready for our dress-up days! 👢🧢
Let’s show our FFA pride and make it a great week! 💛💙
#freemanffa #ffaweek #fhs #weekoffun

🎯 Hunter Safety Course at FHS 🦌
FHS is hosting a Hunter Safety Course for any student who will be 12 years old by September 1, 2026.
🗓 Dates:
• Saturday, March 28
• Friday, April 17 (Flyer Friday)
• Saturday, April 18
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Secure yours by registering here:
👉 https://forms.gle/bFD8UNsyCuH8Bkm46
Please reach out to Mrs. Penner if you have any questions!
FHS is hosting a Hunter Safety Course for any student who will be 12 years old by September 1, 2026.
🗓 Dates:
• Saturday, March 28
• Friday, April 17 (Flyer Friday)
• Saturday, April 18
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Secure yours by registering here:
👉 https://forms.gle/bFD8UNsyCuH8Bkm46
Please reach out to Mrs. Penner if you have any questions!

🚨 Elementary Coin Wars Update! 🚨
The 6th graders are leading! 💰🔥
Tomorrow is your LAST day to take the top spot! Everything counts, coins, bills, or checks! Who will soar the highest and win a class party? 🏆

On Monday night, Freeman National Honor Society proudly inducted 14 new members 🎉 We also honored our seniors with NHS cords to wear at graduation 🎓 Congratulations to all—well deserved! ⭐📚


Meet Ms. Wendy Claussen — our paraprofessional and transportation specialist!
If help is needed, Wendy is already there! Always in a great mood, she keeps things moving smoothly with her patience, positivity, and can-do attitude. Whether she’s supporting students or jumping in wherever needed, she does it all with a smile—and we love her for it! 🚌💛👏
If help is needed, Wendy is already there! Always in a great mood, she keeps things moving smoothly with her patience, positivity, and can-do attitude. Whether she’s supporting students or jumping in wherever needed, she does it all with a smile—and we love her for it! 🚌💛👏

🏀🏀Come out to watch the Flyers GBB team tonight in Freeman! They host the Colman-Egan Hawks. Game times and LiveStream information below.
🎥YouTube LiveStream: - https://youtube.com/live/HBuoZ-Qj4Fg?feature=share
🎥NFHS LiveStreams:
Girls JV @ 5:00 PM -https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gama1e54507b5
Girls V @ 6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam0c6f2b5cfc
Go Flyers! 🙌
🎥YouTube LiveStream: - https://youtube.com/live/HBuoZ-Qj4Fg?feature=share
🎥NFHS LiveStreams:
Girls JV @ 5:00 PM -https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gama1e54507b5
Girls V @ 6:15 PM - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/freeman-high-school-freeman-sd/gam0c6f2b5cfc
Go Flyers! 🙌

📚 Skip the cash at our Book Fair next week! Set up Scholastic eWallet, the easy, secure way for students to shop independently. Family & friends can contribute, and unused funds roll over for later. Easy for kids, easy for families! ✨
👉 Click here to get started: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/freemanelementaryschool12


Introducing Mr. Keith Andersen — our Industrial Technology teacher!
You’ll find Mr. Andersen in the shop sparks flying (safely! 😉) as he teaches students the fundamentals of woodworking and welding. When he’s not building skills and confidence in the classroom, he’s advising and cheering on our students in SkillsUSA competitions. Hands-on learning is his specialty! 🔨🔥🏆
You’ll find Mr. Andersen in the shop sparks flying (safely! 😉) as he teaches students the fundamentals of woodworking and welding. When he’s not building skills and confidence in the classroom, he’s advising and cheering on our students in SkillsUSA competitions. Hands-on learning is his specialty! 🔨🔥🏆

