Liberty Elementary

✨ Join us for HHS Drama Club’s Kids Camp on Jan. 10th! ✨
A magical day of theatre fun for grades K–5. 9am–4pm.
Scan the QR code to register, or click the following link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegL6zECxXanYDMXszo4MBfFc35btiSLs0ifq3cA8SC0MIeNQ/viewform

Today is GivingTuesday. ♥️ A reminder that small kindnesses make a big impact.

Our HSD Angel Fund helps qualified students access meals when financial hardship stands in the way. Your gift fills a tray. It eases worry. It makes sure every student eats. https://bit.ly/HSDAngelFund

If you’re looking for a way to give today, this is one that goes straight to kids in our schools. ♥️ #GivingTuesday

Krav’n to Give Back? Mark your calendar!
🗓️ Dine in or take out next Monday, Dec. 8, at Krav'n in Sioux Falls!
Krav’n will donate 10% of all dine-in and takeout sales to Hungry Hearts, directly benefitting Harrisburg School District students.

Today’s AEW shoutout goes to Mrs. Enebo at Liberty, praised for pouring her heart into her classroom and helping students love school so much they can’t wait to come each day! #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

A shoutout during American Education Week goes to Mrs. Volesky at Liberty, who ensures every student is heard by listening carefully, asking questions, and remembering what matters to them. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

Join us for our next Foundation Friday on December 12 as we focus on Achievement and Arts. You’ll hear how students learn and lead through vocal music, explore Project Lead the Way (PLTW) pathways in health science, engineering, and cyber security, and tour facilities as we navigate the benefits of movement through wellness. We’ll review the Annual Report and wrap up with a panel featuring learners and staff in each area. 🔗 REGISTER: https://bit.ly/42vNIWb

As we celebrate American Education Week, a shoutout goes to Mrs. Hansen at Liberty, who creates a joyful kindergarten experience full of communication, care, and family connection. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

DOE seeks nominations for 2026 SPED Staff of the Year
The department’s Office of Special Education Programs is accepting nominations for the 2026 SPED Staff of the Year award (https://forms.gle/opekEPdTMPdPPFMu8). Parents or guardians may nominate SPED teachers, SPED directors, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, or paraprofessionals who made an outstanding impact in their child’s education and have served in their profession for three or more years. Nominations are due Jan. 9 and the announcement will be at the South Dakota SPED Conference in Sioux Falls on March 4. Please share this information with your school community. Contact Stacy Holzbauer (Stacy.Holzbauer@state.sd.us) with questions.

Big things are happening across HSD! South Middle School’s Business Club shared how they built a schoolwide ROAR Store that rewards students for showing respect, ownership, acceptance, and responsibility. East Middle School earned national recognition as an Apple Distinguished School for its innovative use of technology in learning. And Liberty Elementary presented how creative scheduling enables a more efficient use of time and provides better support for specials, counseling, and technology. We are #TigerProud! 🐾

We’re planning for the future of HSD! 🎯
As part of our new Strategic Plan, we’re gathering input from families, staff, students, and community members to help shape the next chapter for our district.
Your voice matters—share your thoughts on what’s working well and where we can grow together.
📅 Link will be open until November 30th. 🔗 Participate here: https://bit.ly/HSDStrategic