The Royals Speech Team concluded their season today at the State B Tournament in Mandan. Our 12 All Staters were recognized. Emma Reierson and Emma Marten placed 3rd in Serious Duo and Jaret Eklie and Taylor Post placed 6th in Humorous Duo. Burke Rauschenberger and Oliver Marshall as well as Raegen Routledge and Emma Marten were awarded Superior Medals for Humorous Duo and Teyah Dougay received a Superior Medal in Dramatic Interpretation.
Mrs. Paula Rauschenberger was named the ND Class B Speech Coach of the Year!! It was a spectacular season for the Royals!
Good Luck to our Region 8 Speech Champions at their State B State Speech Tournament in Mandan. Speak Well, Royals!
Elementary parents, May 1st is the last day to sign up for field day!
Here is the flyer and the link to sign up!
Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Kni_2_HO8UqGyB-SAQYdtkc3S5L0rz5JsS5RnhIYw35UQ0o3R1pJUFdPM0Q4NUYyUExXM0tSWDlFTC4u&route=shorturl
Here is the flyer and the link to sign up!
Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Kni_2_HO8UqGyB-SAQYdtkc3S5L0rz5JsS5RnhIYw35UQ0o3R1pJUFdPM0Q4NUYyUExXM0tSWDlFTC4u&route=shorturl
Results from Tuesdays Track Meet in Bottineau Varsity:
BOYS:
100M: 3rd – David Eberle
200M: 2nd – David Eberle – State Qualifying
800M: 7th – Nathan Samson, 8th – Derek Bailey
4X400 Relay: 7th - Oliver Marshall, David Eberle, Will Rau, Hayden Anderson
GIRLS:
100M: 3rd – Bre Rose, 4th – Peri Foisy
200M: 4th – Bre Rose
4X100 Relay: 2nd – Bre Rose, Kimerley Kizima, Peri Foisy, Wrigley Sandberg
4X400 Relay: 3rd – Bre Rose, Kimberley Kizima, Hattie Heer, Peri Foisy
4X800 Relay: 8th – Alysa Rice, Abigail Whiteowl, Raegen Routledge, Maycie Talbott
Javelin: 7th – Maycie Talbott
Discuss: 3rd – Eliza Wheeler
Shot Put: 2nd – Eliza Wheeler – State Qualifying
BOYS:
100M: 3rd – David Eberle
200M: 2nd – David Eberle – State Qualifying
800M: 7th – Nathan Samson, 8th – Derek Bailey
4X400 Relay: 7th - Oliver Marshall, David Eberle, Will Rau, Hayden Anderson
GIRLS:
100M: 3rd – Bre Rose, 4th – Peri Foisy
200M: 4th – Bre Rose
4X100 Relay: 2nd – Bre Rose, Kimerley Kizima, Peri Foisy, Wrigley Sandberg
4X400 Relay: 3rd – Bre Rose, Kimberley Kizima, Hattie Heer, Peri Foisy
4X800 Relay: 8th – Alysa Rice, Abigail Whiteowl, Raegen Routledge, Maycie Talbott
Javelin: 7th – Maycie Talbott
Discuss: 3rd – Eliza Wheeler
Shot Put: 2nd – Eliza Wheeler – State Qualifying
Reminder - The annual activities banquet will be held on May 6th at 6:00 p.m. Students can RSVP for the event by filling out a form and returning it to Mrs. Cooper in the office by May 1st! You can print the attached form or just pick up a copy in the office!
Adults and guests are $20. All 9-12 student athletes and any jh varsity athletes are free!
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Adults and guests are $20. All 9-12 student athletes and any jh varsity athletes are free!
https://aptg.co/Lk5ffP
📚BOGO Scholastic Book Fair is open until Friday. Stop by the South Prairie Library to shop.
Don’t forget to check out Roy’s Reading Recommendations! 🐾
Click here to read the FFA Newsletter for March!
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Trap Team Raffle Winners April 14-20
Congratulations to the following people. Their names were draw in the April Cash Calendar Raffle held by the Royals Trap Team. Winners will be posted every Monday through out the month of April.
14th - Leslie Holmes, Minot $100
15th - Logan McNally, Minot $100
16th - Julie McElwain, Max $100
17th - Corey Martin, Minot $100
18th - Robert Magandy, Minot $100
19th - Lauren Murphy, Minot $100
20th - Shari Powell, Plaza $100
Congratulations to the following people. Their names were draw in the April Cash Calendar Raffle held by the Royals Trap Team. Winners will be posted every Monday through out the month of April.
14th - Leslie Holmes, Minot $100
15th - Logan McNally, Minot $100
16th - Julie McElwain, Max $100
17th - Corey Martin, Minot $100
18th - Robert Magandy, Minot $100
19th - Lauren Murphy, Minot $100
20th - Shari Powell, Plaza $100
Join our State Qualified Speakers tonight at 6:30 in the South Prairie Commons for an hour of their dramatic duos, both funny and sad, as well as speeches to entertain and serious interpretations. With these pieces, they’ll be competing this Saturday at the state speech tourney.
Our 17 State Qualifiers are Emma Marten, Raegen Routledge, Oliver Marshall, Burke Rauschenberger, Mia Hogue, Anslee Schillinger, Jaret Eklie, Taylor Post, Teyah Dougay, Landen Jansen, Olivia Jansen, Lexi Myers, Emma Reierson, Deirdre Schmidt, Jocelyn Keighley, Stetson Brandvold, and Paige Lewis. They are coached by Paula Rauschenberger, Erica McRae, and Bailey Nordgaard.
There will be a short intermission and our Speech Moms have prepared a snack!
Our 17 State Qualifiers are Emma Marten, Raegen Routledge, Oliver Marshall, Burke Rauschenberger, Mia Hogue, Anslee Schillinger, Jaret Eklie, Taylor Post, Teyah Dougay, Landen Jansen, Olivia Jansen, Lexi Myers, Emma Reierson, Deirdre Schmidt, Jocelyn Keighley, Stetson Brandvold, and Paige Lewis. They are coached by Paula Rauschenberger, Erica McRae, and Bailey Nordgaard.
There will be a short intermission and our Speech Moms have prepared a snack!
Don't forget, prom is tonight! Cover charge for the grand march is $3.
The junior class of South Prairie presents: Prom 2026 - A Timeless Night! ✨
📆Saturday, April 18th
🚪Doors open at 6:15 pm
🪩Grand March begins at 7:00 pm
Here are the results from the Southern McLean Invite Track Meet
Boys:
100 M: 2nd David Eberle
1600M: 6th Derek Bailey, 7th Ryder Erickson
3200 M: 3rd Malachi Pixler
4X100 Relay: 4th Oliver Marshall, David Eberle, Will Rau, Nelson Torres
High Jump: 1st David Eberle
GIRLS:
100M: 8th Kimberly Kizima
200M: 3rd Bre Rose, 6th Kimberly Kizima
800M: 6th Abigail Whiteowl, 8th Lila Adams
1600M: 1st Maycie Talbott, 6th Kiera Boedicker
3200M: 1st Alysa Rice, 2nd Raegen Routledge
4X100 Relay *STATE QUALIFYING**
1ST Kimberly Kizima, Peri Foisy, Bre Rose, Wrigley Sandberg
4X800 Relay: 1st Alysa Rice, Raegen Routledge Abigail Whiteowl, Maycie Talbott
Shot Put: 4th Eliza Wheeler
Discuss: 4th Eliza Wheeler
Long Jump: 2nd Bre Rose
Boys:
100 M: 2nd David Eberle
1600M: 6th Derek Bailey, 7th Ryder Erickson
3200 M: 3rd Malachi Pixler
4X100 Relay: 4th Oliver Marshall, David Eberle, Will Rau, Nelson Torres
High Jump: 1st David Eberle
GIRLS:
100M: 8th Kimberly Kizima
200M: 3rd Bre Rose, 6th Kimberly Kizima
800M: 6th Abigail Whiteowl, 8th Lila Adams
1600M: 1st Maycie Talbott, 6th Kiera Boedicker
3200M: 1st Alysa Rice, 2nd Raegen Routledge
4X100 Relay *STATE QUALIFYING**
1ST Kimberly Kizima, Peri Foisy, Bre Rose, Wrigley Sandberg
4X800 Relay: 1st Alysa Rice, Raegen Routledge Abigail Whiteowl, Maycie Talbott
Shot Put: 4th Eliza Wheeler
Discuss: 4th Eliza Wheeler
Long Jump: 2nd Bre Rose
The junior class of South Prairie presents: Prom 2026 - A Timeless Night! ✨
📆Saturday, April 18th
🚪Doors open at 6:15 pm
🪩Grand March begins at 7:00 pm
Notice of School Election!
𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫
The South Prairie School District is seeking a highly organized, ethical, and detail-oriented professional to serve as our School Business Manager. This leadership position plays a vital role in maintaining the district’s financial integrity and supporting our mission to provide an excellent educational experience for all students.
Position Overview:
The School Business Manager oversees all financial operations of the district and works closely with the Superintendent and School Board to ensure sound fiscal management, compliance, and long-term financial planning.
Key Responsibilities:
-Manage all district financial operations including budgeting, accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting
-Prepare and monitor the annual district budget in collaboration with the Superintendent
-Provide regular financial reports and recommendations to the School Board
-Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
-Oversee audit preparation and serve as liaison with external auditors
-Manage Payroll and all payroll reporting requirements for the District
-Manage employee benefits, insurance, and retirement reporting
-Maintain accurate records and implement strong internal controls
-Assist with grant management and financial tracking
-Supervise business office staff
Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred
-Experience in governmental or school finance strongly preferred
-Knowledge of North Dakota school finance laws and reporting requirements preferred
-Strong organizational, communication, and technology skills
-Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
Salary & Benefits
-Competitive salary based on experience
-Full benefits package (Benefits include, vacation and sick pay, health insurance, and retirement)
-Participation in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit:
-Letter of interest
-Resume
-Three professional references
Applications will be accepted by May 9th.
To apply please email information to HR.southprairie@k12.nd.us
The South Prairie School District is seeking a highly organized, ethical, and detail-oriented professional to serve as our School Business Manager. This leadership position plays a vital role in maintaining the district’s financial integrity and supporting our mission to provide an excellent educational experience for all students.
Position Overview:
The School Business Manager oversees all financial operations of the district and works closely with the Superintendent and School Board to ensure sound fiscal management, compliance, and long-term financial planning.
Key Responsibilities:
-Manage all district financial operations including budgeting, accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting
-Prepare and monitor the annual district budget in collaboration with the Superintendent
-Provide regular financial reports and recommendations to the School Board
-Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
-Oversee audit preparation and serve as liaison with external auditors
-Manage Payroll and all payroll reporting requirements for the District
-Manage employee benefits, insurance, and retirement reporting
-Maintain accurate records and implement strong internal controls
-Assist with grant management and financial tracking
-Supervise business office staff
Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred
-Experience in governmental or school finance strongly preferred
-Knowledge of North Dakota school finance laws and reporting requirements preferred
-Strong organizational, communication, and technology skills
-Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
Salary & Benefits
-Competitive salary based on experience
-Full benefits package (Benefits include, vacation and sick pay, health insurance, and retirement)
-Participation in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit:
-Letter of interest
-Resume
-Three professional references
Applications will be accepted by May 9th.
To apply please email information to HR.southprairie@k12.nd.us
⚾️Elite Baseball Camps information!
Registration closes on May 20th for Elite Baseball Camps and Jack Hoeven Fields June 15-17th for both boys and girls! Learn the game of baseball and have fun doing it!
Link to register and get more info: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260854576728067
Registration closes on May 20th for Elite Baseball Camps and Jack Hoeven Fields June 15-17th for both boys and girls! Learn the game of baseball and have fun doing it!
Link to register and get more info: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260854576728067
📚The Scholastic BOGO Book Fair is here!
When: April 13 - 24
Times: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: South Prairie School Library
Link for online shopping and create an eWallet: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/southprairieschool
When: April 13 - 24
Times: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: South Prairie School Library
Link for online shopping and create an eWallet: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/southprairieschool
Roy's Fun Run is TODAY!
WHO IS INVITED: EVERYONE!
WHAT: A colorful Fun Run
WHEN: April 14th @ 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: South Prairie School- meet at Ag shop
WHY: To encourage healthy lifestyles in our community by coming together to run with Roy!
Hope to see you there! 🐾
WHO IS INVITED: EVERYONE!
WHAT: A colorful Fun Run
WHEN: April 14th @ 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: South Prairie School- meet at Ag shop
WHY: To encourage healthy lifestyles in our community by coming together to run with Roy!
Hope to see you there! 🐾
Reminder:
There will be an 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 on Friday, April 17th for a teacher in-service. School will dismiss at 12:45 p.m., and buses will run at 12:55 p.m. We apologize for the short notice and truly appreciate your understanding and support as our staff completes this required training.
There will be an 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 on Friday, April 17th for a teacher in-service. School will dismiss at 12:45 p.m., and buses will run at 12:55 p.m. We apologize for the short notice and truly appreciate your understanding and support as our staff completes this required training.
The senior class members who are in Mrs. Rauschenberger‘s English class are presenting a two act comedy tonight at 7 o’clock in the Commons. It is titled “Snow White—a Melidrama," and is an audience participation play. Admission is $5 per person with seniors citizens free. There will be an intermission with ice cream served for a free will donation.
Trap Team Raffle Winners April 7-13
Congratulations to the following people. Their names were draw in the April Cash Calendar Raffle held by the Royals Trap Team. Winners will be posted every Monday through out the month of April.
7th - Deanna Ness, Minot$100
8th - Marie Mueller, Minot $100
9th - Mark Zietz, Sawyer $100
10th - Colleen Weiskopf, Surrey $500
11th -Trent Sherven- Ryder $100
12th - Shane Cardinal - Minot $100
13th - Lohey Hagen, Minot $100
Congratulations to the following people. Their names were draw in the April Cash Calendar Raffle held by the Royals Trap Team. Winners will be posted every Monday through out the month of April.
7th - Deanna Ness, Minot$100
8th - Marie Mueller, Minot $100
9th - Mark Zietz, Sawyer $100
10th - Colleen Weiskopf, Surrey $500
11th -Trent Sherven- Ryder $100
12th - Shane Cardinal - Minot $100
13th - Lohey Hagen, Minot $100
