Whittier Middle School

Whittier neighborhood contemplates future after news of Smithfield move

By Jill Callison | March 9, 2026

Smithfield Foods helps anchor one of the city’s largest neighborhoods. With the plant’s pending departure, residents already are receiving interest in their homes and are considering what the future might hold.

Teacher proposes at Whittier Middle School dance

By Jodi Schwan | May 1, 2023

The all-school dance at Whittier Middle School last Friday ended with a lifetime love connection — for two of the school’s staff members.

School news of the week: Memorable opportunities, inspiring visits

By Pigeon605 Staff | January 23, 2023

What happens when passion, commitment and creativity come together? Incredible experiences for kids.

School news of the week: Happy birthday Whittier, seasonal themes, remembering ‘rock star’ dog

By Pigeon605 Staff | December 19, 2022

You’ll smile and we promise you’ll tear up with what we found happening in our area schools this week.

School news of the week: Student performances, culinary class project, lots of school scenes

By Pigeon605 Staff | November 21, 2022

We’ve got fun news from nine schools and work from more than 1,000 students featured in this week’s roundup of school news!

School News of the Week: Paint the Plow winners, new tech in schools, standout pumpkins

By Pigeon605 Staff | October 31, 2022

Lots of winning work plus news from 10 area schools can be found in this week’s school news roundup.

School news of the week: Surprise bikes, celebrating success, historic middle school moment

By Pigeon605 Staff | October 24, 2022

An anonymous donor makes a big difference for kindergartners. That and more in this week’s roundup of school news to know.

School news of the week: Learning to ‘SOAR,’ classroom scenes, grateful football players

By Pigeon605 Staff | September 7, 2022

Take a peek inside area classroom as kids start the year learning the ropes, taking on projects and finding a surprise donation.

School news of the week: Amazing shots, special events, memorable moments

By Pigeon605 Staff | April 4, 2022

These kids will be talking about this moment in middle school for a long time — and the one shooting the ball will never forget it.

School news of the week: Inspiring eighth graders, winning school flag

By Pigeon605 Staff | February 21, 2022

Amazing things happen in our schools every day — if you know where to look! Do you know some school news others would love? Let us know at [email protected]. Junior Achievement of South Dakota put […]

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