As we approach the end of the school year, please note the following important dates and schedule adjustments for Brookings High School:
Seniors’ last academic day: Tuesday, May 12
Friday, May 15: Two-hour late start for all 9th-11th graders to accommodate the Senior Breakfast (beginning at 8:15 AM). Graduation Walkthrough to follow at the Dacotah Bank Center from 11-12:30.
If your student rides the bus, they will get on at the normal time and work in the Library from 8:15-10:15 when class begins.
Graduation Ceremony: Sunday, May 17 at 2:00 PM at the Dacotah Bank Center
Doors open at 1:00 PM
Graduating students are expected to arrive at 1:00 PM
Final day for 9th-11th graders: Tuesday, May 19 (school will dismiss at 12:00 PM)
Please plan accordingly and join us in celebrating the Class of 2026.
This accomplishment reflects strong financial knowledge, critical thinking, and dedication. We’re proud to see this level of excellence representing our school and community. Keep up the great work, Jackson!
A key highlight of the event was the promise that every student would receive a prize, backed by an impressive total of over $12,000 in prizes. This tradition, along with free food and entertainment until 2:30 a.m., is entirely funded through community support. The committee’s efforts culminated in covering approximately $15,988 in expenses this year—a feat that would be impossible without the dedicated backing of the Brookings business community, parents, and community volunteers.
Listed below are the businesses that donated to this year’s Post Prom:
20/20 Family Vision
605 Design
Anderson Insurance
Arby's
Ascension Lutheran
B.Well
BankStar Financial
Blend Salon
Blue Tide Car Wash/Olson Oil
Bowes Construction
Brookings Dental Clinic
Brookings Engraving
Brookings Family Dentistry
Brookings Public Library
Brookings School District
Brookings VFW
Brookings Vision Center
Buffalo Wild Wings Bar & Grill
Burger King
Complete Plumbing
Casey's
Carousel Salon
Chocolatte
City of Brookings
Classic Corner
Cubby's
Culvers
Dacotah Bank
Dakota Land Design
The Depot
DQ
Dunhams
Executive Tan
Farmers Union Insurance - Heidi Fields Agency
Fly Boy Donuts
First Bank & Trust
First Interstate Bank
Glacial Lakes Tree Service
Georges Pizza
Hy-Vee Food Store
Insomnia Cookies
Janean Caugherty Realtor Home Team
Jimmy Johns
KFC
Kool Beans
Kunutzen Dentistry
Legacy Financial Partners Ameriprise Financial
Little Caesars
Lowes
Meyer Orthodontics
Mix Dry Cleaners Inc.
Nick Hamburgers
Papa Johns
Prairie Sky Dentistry
Powershop Gym
Professional Hearing Services
Qdoba
Rental Depot
Rude's Funeral Home
Runnings
Scooters
Schoons
SDSU Admissions Office
SDSU Foundation/Alumni
SDSU Office of the President
SDSU Miller Wellness Center
SDSU Housing and Residence Life
Shorty’s Hot Box
Snap Fitness
SoDak Labs, Inc.
Starbucks
Studio 7 Ink
Sunflower Salon
Synergy Strength Studio
Taco Bell
Taco Johns
The Cove
The Optical Shop
Tropical Smoothie Café
Valero Renewable Fuels
Water Works
Wendy's
Wild Hare
Winks Jewelry
Zesty
Ziggis
A big thank you to Larson Manufacturing, Falcon Plastics, and Daktronics for hosting our students and providing such a valuable learning experience. We also appreciate Daktronics for providing lunch!
These hands-on opportunities make a lasting impact, and our students enjoyed the day.
Prom Information
Prom and accompanying events will be held at the Dacotah Bank Center.
Grand March: 6:30 PM
Doors Open: 5:30 PM- Tickets can be bought at the door.
Admission: $5.00 per ticket (cash only)
Hypnotist: 8:00 PM
Dance: 9:00–11:00 PM
Indoor Air Quality Mold Testing Report. Click HERE to access the Mold Testing Report recently taken from Brookings High School.
Join us for an engaging session designed for parents and caregivers navigating the digital landscape. Hear from industry experts and students as they share insights on healthy gaming habits, potential risks, and how to support children in today’s video game culture. Get answers to common questions about screen time, behavior changes, and popular platforms like Roblox and Minecraft. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and empowered—register today!
YEARBOOK SALE DEADLINE: April 30 at 4:00 PM - If you have not yet ordered your 2025-26 BHS Yearbook, it's now or never! Please go to this Yearbook Sales Link before April 30 to purchase this past year's book...there will be no on-site sales!
• Prom attendance is limited to juniors and seniors
• Guests must be 20 years old or younger
• Guest forms are available in the BHS Main Office
Attention Junior Parents/Guardians and Junior Students,
Despite not having school today, we will proceed with ACT testing tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17, for all juniors.
If your child will not be able to attend tomorrow, please call the Brookings High School Main Office as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly. (605) 696-4100
This year the ACT is serving as the state assessment for all 11th grade students, and the State of South Dakota is covering the cost for every junior at no expense to families. This is a great opportunity for our students to complete a nationally recognized college entrance exam during the school day.
Testing will take place from 8:15 am to approximately 1:15 pm.
Student effort on test day truly matters. ACT results can play an important role in postsecondary admissions and scholarship opportunities, while also providing valuable information about academic strengths and areas for growth. We encourage all juniors to take this seriously and give their very best effort.
Testing will begin promptly at 8:15 am, so students must arrive on time and ready to focus. Please help your student get a good night of rest this evening.
Water and snacks will be provided during testing during testing breaks.
Once testing is complete, juniors will be dismissed for the day. We will share any additional details as needed.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help our juniors succeed.
Sincerely,
Zach Thomas
On Tuesday, March 17 our juniors will take the ACT at school. This year the ACT is serving as the state assessment for all 11th grade students, and the State of South Dakota is covering the cost for every junior at no expense to families. This is a great opportunity for our students to complete a nationally recognized college entrance exam during the school day.
Testing will take place from 8:15 am to approximately 1:15 pm.
Student effort on test day truly matters. ACT results can play an important role in future college admissions and scholarship opportunities, while also providing valuable information about academic strengths and areas for growth. We encourage all juniors to take this seriously and give their very best effort.
Attendance and punctuality are essential. Testing will begin promptly at 8:15 am, so students must arrive on time and ready to focus. Please help your student get a good night of rest the evening before. If your child will not be at school on March 17, please let us know as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.
Water and snacks will be provided during testing to help students stay focused and comfortable.
Once testing is complete, juniors will be dismissed for the day. We will share any additional details as the date approaches.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help our juniors succeed.
Sincerely,
Saturday, March 7th, 1:00 pm
Brookings High School
Admission: $5.00
Due to the short week next week, our schedule on Tuesday, March 10th will be a block day, periods 2, 4, 6, 8 & SRB. This change is to help accommodate the three-day week and to ensure teachers and students are having equitable time for each period. Please communicate with your student about potential changes to their day to ensure attendance to these periods is met.
There are NO changes to the schedule for Monday, March 9th or Wednesday, March 11th.
A reminder that the end of 3rd quarter is Wednesday, March 11th.
Have a great day!
