George McGovern Middle School -

Our Expressions group has been sharing their talents with local nursing homes—spreading joy through music, meaningful conversations, and special moments with residents 💙🎶

Our 7th grade students had the incredible opportunity to visit JA Finance Park, where they explored personal finances and career planning through a hands-on, realistic simulation. From budgeting to making career choices, they got a glimpse into their future and the decisions that come with it!

It’s a busy and exciting week at McGovern!
🏃‍♂️ Monday: Track Meet
🎻 Tuesday: Spring Orchestra Concert
⚽ Thursday: Soccer Game

Now open! It's time to complete the Annual Student Update! ⏰

Every child who will attend school in the Sioux Falls School District for the 2026-2027 school year must complete an annual update. This is required every year to ensure that student information, such as data privacy, emergency, and health information, is correct and up to date.

Complete the update using your desktop or laptop computer in just a few minutes through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account that can be found here --->https://siouxfallssd.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/siouxfalls.jsp

Need help with the update? Please call your child's school or the Student Records and Registration Office at 605-367-7952.

Long weekend 🌸 No school Monday!
Thursday = double header
🏃 Track meet @ Harrisburg High
⚽ Soccer @ Sanford Sports Complex

Garden Club is getting things growing 🌱🌸
Seeds are officially planted as we prep our garden beds and give them a strong start before heading outdoors. Can’t wait to see what blooms! 🌿✨

Closing out the season on a high note ✨ The McGovern Performance Dance Team took the stage with a lyrical and hip hop piece, sharing the moment alongside dancers from middle schools across the district. A performance full of passion, energy, and heart.

Big week ahead! 🏃‍♂️⚽️
Our first track meet of the year kicks off Monday, and the first soccer games hit the field on Thursday! Finish it all off with no school on Friday

Get ready for a fun week of dressing up with our Unified Spirit Week! Show your spirit, get creative, and join the fun each day!

Track and soccer practices continue this week! 🏃‍♂️⚽️ Spin Club will meet on Tuesday

Last week, our 8th grade girls had an amazing opportunity at Women in Science! 🔬✨ They connected with inspiring women across a variety of scientific fields, explored different career paths, and got hands-on with fun, engaging activities. An unforgettable experience sparking curiosity and future possibilities!

The stage was shining at the McGovern Talent Show last Friday ✨ From incredible student performances to staff stepping into the spotlight, the talent in our school is unmatched. 🎤👏

📚✨ Everybody Reads is off to an amazing start! McGovern has already finished 931 books—and there are just 2 weeks left to reach our goal! Let’s turn those pages and make it happen! 💪📖

💃 The dance team will take the floor for their last performance of the year this Tuesday at 7:00 PM in the gym. Come out and cheer them on as they finish the season strong! 🎉

⚽🏃‍♂️ Track and soccer practices also begin Wednesday! Make sure you’re ready to go with your sports physical completed.

📅 Reminder: There is no school on Friday.

🎤✨ Talent Show Night is Almost Here! ✨🎤

Join us Friday, March 13 at 7:00 PM for an exciting night of amazing performances, creativity, and fun! Our talented students are ready to sing, dance, perform, and show off their incredible skills.

🎟 Tickets are $5 at the door

Bring your friends and family and come cheer on our performers. You won’t want to miss it!

Our 8th grade band students had the exciting opportunity to perform alongside the Jefferson High School Pep Band during a basketball game. Playing in a high school pep band atmosphere gave our students a fun glimpse of what’s ahead while cheering on the team! 🏀

🏀 Last basketball game of the year is Monday—come cheer the team on one more time!

📚 Conferences are Tuesday from 4–8 PM.

🎭 Don’t miss the Variety Show on Friday! It's going to be a great show!

🌸 Spring Market Day Success!

Our 8th graders in the Empowered program brought their ideas to life at this year’s Spring Market Day. With creativity, teamwork, and determination, 19 student-run businesses launched—and every single one successfully paid back their startup loan!

No school on Monday! Be sure to catch some of our final basketball games of the season this week 🏀 and don’t forget that Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening on Thursday.

Flags up, energy high! 🚩✨ Spin Club is putting in the work and perfecting every move as we gear up for their upcoming performance. The spins are sharper, the tosses are higher, and they can’t wait to show you what they’ve been working on.