We are thrilled to announce that Coach Ridge Percival has been awarded Coach of the Year! His dedication to EMS Athletics, his unwavering commitment to inspiring our students, and his passion for growing our sports programs are just a few reasons why he truly deserves this honor.
Coach P has an incredible ability to connect with students, always encouraging them to do their best, while creating a positive and supportive environment. He shows up every day with the same enthusiasm and dedication, and is adaptable to any situation that comes his way.
Thank you, Coach P, for everything you do to make Edison Middle School Athletics so special!
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Congratulations to our November Students of the Month! We are so proud to recognize these outstanding students who have been nominated by their teams for consistently embodying the Edison DREAM. They have shown incredible leadership, dedication, and are truly role models for their peers. Keep up the amazing work!
As we celebrate this month of thankfulness, we want to take a moment to recognize the amazing mentors who make a real difference in the lives of our students here at Edison.
Through our partnerships with TeamMates and LSS, we’re lucky to have over 100 mentors each week who generously give their time and energy to support our kids.
We’re incredibly grateful for these community members who go above and beyond, helping our students grow and thrive. Your positive impact doesn't go unnoticed!
If you’re interested in joining this incredible group of mentors, we’d love to have you! Follow the links below for TeamMates or LSS to learn more and get started.
https://siouxfallsteammates.org/mentoring/
https://lsssd.org/what-we-do/mentoring/index.html
Last night, our Newcomer Classroom had their annual Thanksgiving Celebration, and it was a night full of joy, connection, and learning! This amazing classroom, led by Mrs. Lumely, Mrs. Iversen, and Ms. Tarian, is made up of students from over 15 different countries who speak more than 10 languages!
Every year, the families come together to share a traditional Thanksgiving meal, and it's such a special way for some to try this tradition for the first time, while others share their own family customs. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to learn about the different cultures in this classroom, and a fun tradition that brings us all closer together.
We’re filled with gratitude for the students and staff who made this celebration so memorable!
The winter sports season is off to a great start! Girls Basketball hit the court last week, and Wrestling kicks off this week! It's time to get moving and show your school spirit!
Don't forget—there’s still time to sign up for winter sports! Check out team schedules and sign-up info on Bound https://gobound.com/sd/schools/sfedison
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. 🇺🇸
Theater Students Bring Stories to Life for Preschoolers!
Mrs. Sundvold’s Theater class recently had a special "Story Time" event when preschoolers from Christ the King and Peace Lutheran Preschools visited Edison. The 8th graders had a blast reading stories aloud, bringing their characters to life with dramatic flair!
Both the preschoolers and the 8th graders had a fantastic time. The younger students enjoyed hearing the fun stories, while the 8th graders practiced their dramatic reading and expression skills. It was the perfect chance for the theater students to showcase their talents and share the joy of reading in a fun, interactive way.
It was a memorable experience for everyone, and a wonderful reminder of how much fun storytelling can be!
🌟 Craft & Kindness Collab! 🌟
Our Craft Club and Kindness Club teamed up for an AWESOME activity, and the results are now on display in the Art Room hallway! 🎨✨
Come check out how YOU can be the "I" in B E K I N D and add some positivity to your day! This fun display is here to remind everyone to stay kind, stay cool, and keep being your awesome self! 💖
🌟 PBIS Store Spotlight! 🌟
Our students are doing a fantastic job earning PBIS points and cashing them in for some awesome rewards in the PBIS store! This week, our DREAM focus is ACTING RESPONSIBLY by making sure everyone has their Student ID. IDs are important for the bus, library, and lunch. If you are need of a new ID, they are $5 in the office.
Keep up the great work, and keep earning those points! 🎉
Fun in FCS Class! 🎉 Our 6th graders are getting to know their new table teams with a creative challenge: they collaborated to draw a picture using just one marker! What a fun way to "break the ice" and foster teamwork! 🖍️🤝 Check out their creativity in action!
🎉 Fun Fact Friday! 🎉 Did you know that Edison has not one, but TWO school songs? 🎶✨ Check out "Edison Forever" and "Maroon and White" as we wrap up Spirit Week! What a fun way to celebrate our school!
🎉 Congrats to 7th Grade for winning the Coin War! Check out the details below, including some sabotage results. Together, we raised a total of $336.39, which will be donated to Giving Hope. Since everyone participated so well across all grades, EVERYONE gets a hat day tomorrow! 🎩
6th Grade: Total collected: $72.75, after sabotage: $0.55 in pennies
7th Grade: Total collected: $93, after sabotage: $3.75 in pennies
8th Grade: Total collected: $107.59, after sabotage: $2.54 in pennies
Great job, everyone!
📣 Coin Wars Update! 📣
Exciting news—7th Grade is currently in the lead! 🎉 Let’s keep the momentum going! Remember, dollars and silver coins are sabotage!!! All funds raised will benefit Delivering Hope, and the winning grade level will get a Hat Day on Friday, November 1st! Keep it up, everyone!
Happy Monday, Cats! Just a reminder that Spirit Week starts today!
🎉 Fun Fact Friday! 🎉
Did you know that this year we’re celebrating Edison’s 70th anniversary? Opened in 1954 as an elementary school, Edison officially became a middle school in 1956! To mark this special occasion, we’re hosting a spirit week and school-wide coin wars, plus sharing some amazing Edison memories throughout the week. Let’s show our school spirit and make this celebration one to remember! 🤍
This weeks Teacher Feature is starting Mrs. McKay! We're so excited to have her as part of the Edison community!!
Congratulations to our October Students of the Month! These exceptional students have demonstrated true leadership and a commitment to the Edison DREAM. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and willingness to support their peers make our school community stronger. We are so proud of their accomplishments!
Take a look at this lively and vibrant artwork! Mrs. Fogarty’s art classes truly embraced the concept of a “glow up" and had so much fun making creations with black lights! We have some incredibly talented students at Edison. A big thank you to Mrs. Fogarty and her students for brightening our hallways!
