In honor of Native American Heritage, our 7th & High School art students celebrated the life and work of South Dakota's own Oscar Howe (Yanktonai Dakota). Inspired by his designs for the Mitchell Corn Palace, students created unique mosaics using a palette of agricultural seeds—including corn, sunflower, peas, and wheat—connecting art, agriculture, and local history!
For a closer look at their pieces of art, please visit Mrs. Tassler's website: https://sites.google.com/view/mrstassler/corn-palace
The PVC is hosting their annual locker and door decorating contests and is in search of some used or unwanted Christmas wrapping paper and decor to assist students with their lockers! If you are looking to declutter or donate some Christmas supplies to the students for decorating, please drop supplies at the high school office. We can’t wait to see all of the decked halls!
Music and Art Shine Brightly at ABO School!
Don't miss the ABO School Christmas Concert and Christmas Art Showcase on Monday, December 15, 2025, starting at 6:30 PM (Note the early start!).
See our talented K-12 students perform in a combined concert!
Plus, take a stroll through the administrative hallway from 6:00 PM to 8:15 PM to see a stunning display of student art! It’s the perfect time to celebrate their creativity.
We can't wait to see you there for a festive evening!
ABO Patrons and Girls Basketball Parents and Fans,
The ABO School District has 40 surplus iPads (32 GB) available for $25.00 each. These will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis; no iPads will be reserved. If you are interested in purchasing one, they will be available in the High School office after 1:00 p.m. today. Please note that the iPads do not come with a case or charger; those items will need to be purchased separately.
We are also aware of the weather concerns regarding the Girls Basketball game in Ipswich today. We are monitoring the situation closely and will make a final decision after lunch today.
The ABO School District has 40 surplus iPads (32 GB) available for $25.00 each. These will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis; no iPads will be reserved. If you are interested in purchasing one, they will be available in the High School office after 1:00 p.m. today. Please note that the iPads do not come with a case or charger; those items will need to be purchased separately.
We are also aware of the weather concerns regarding the Girls Basketball game in Ipswich today. We are monitoring the situation closely and will make a final decision after lunch today.
Second Grade Super Spellers of the week!
Oh the fun the Second Graders have had learning about wheat in Ag in the Classroom! We made bread in a bag and completed a wheat weaving ornament with great help from part of the Seventh Grade class!
Seeking gently-used Charger gear to share our Charger spirit! 💜💛💜
The North Area Honors Band presented their concert Saturday in Aberdeen. Representing from Sully Buttes were Beau Forgey, Isabelle Kallhoff (who was seated as 1st chair euphonium), Madison Bradberry, Jordyn Fanger, and Carter Mosiman. Congratulations to all!
ABO School District—December 8–16 Schedule
Monday, December 8
• 6:30 PM - School Board Meeting
• 5:30 PM—Gettysburg MS Wrestling Invite
Leave Time: 3:45 PM
• 6:00–8:30 PM — MS Girls Basketball vs Faulkton Area (2 Games)
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Tuesday, December 9
• 6:00–9:00 PM — HS Girls Basketball @ Ipswich
- Leave Time: 3:45 PM
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Thursday, December 11
• 6:00–9:30 PM — Wrestling @ Lyman Quad (Boy and Girls Wrestling)
- Leave Time: 3:30 PM
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Friday, December 12
• MS Girls Basketball vs North Central — Onida
- Time and Number of Game (TBD)
• 6:00–9:30 PM — HS Girls Basketball vs North Central — Parents Night
• All Day — Girls Wrestling @ Rapid City Invite
- Leave Time: TBD
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Saturday, December 13
• All Day — Boys Wrestling @ Faulkton Invite
- Leave Time: TBD
• All Day — Girls Wrestling @ Rapid City Invite (Day 2)
• 10:00 AM–3:00 PM — MS Girls Basketball @ YTC Tournament (Gettysburg)
- First Game 10:00 AM (See attached picture for bracket)
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Monday, December 15
• 6:30–8:00 PM — K–12 Christmas Concert (Note the Time Change)
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Tuesday, December 16
• 4:00–9:30 PM — HS Boys & Girls Basketball
Doubleheader vs Lyman
Huge cheers to our Kindergarten, 3rd Grade, and 7th Grade students for finishing their amazing air-dry clay Christmas ornaments! Check out the incredible projects they made—so much holiday creativity in one room! We are so proud!
Isabelle Kallhoff hosted a community blood drive Wednesday, November 26 before the Thanksgiving break as part of her NHS individual project. Through this event, 39 units of blood were collected, including those from 6 new donors. For her efforts, Isabelle will earn a $500 scholarship from LifeServe Blood Center. Thanks to all for helping to save lives through your donations!!
NHS Angel trees are available at Eric's Custom Repair-Agar, Don's Food Center, Lamb's, Presbyterian Church and the school in Onida, and Oahe Electric in Blunt. Thank you for helping our ABO students!
Attention Middle School Boys’ Basketball Players & Parents
Our first MS boys’ basketball practice will be held on
Tuesday, December 30th at 1:00 PM.
Site: Main Gym
Parents of current 6-8th graders,
Final reminder for tonight's parent meeting for the 2027 Washington D.C. trip! Please consider joining us in the school Music/Band Room at 6:30 PM if you have any interest at all!
If you haven't already, RSVP here: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/38582704161?rsvp_id=38582704161
Don't miss out!
Mr. Conner Dekker, Ms. Sole Tassler & Mr. Landon Ahlers
Final reminder for tonight's parent meeting for the 2027 Washington D.C. trip! Please consider joining us in the school Music/Band Room at 6:30 PM if you have any interest at all!
If you haven't already, RSVP here: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/38582704161?rsvp_id=38582704161
Don't miss out!
Mr. Conner Dekker, Ms. Sole Tassler & Mr. Landon Ahlers
A huge shout-out to our incredible Special Education team on National Special Education Day!
We appreciate all that you do for our students—going above and beyond every single day to support, advocate, and ensure student success.
Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment!! ✏️ 💜
ABO School District – Activities Schedule
December 1–8
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Monday, December 1
• First Allowable High School Boys Basketball Practice
• First MS Wrestling Practice
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Tuesday, December 2
• Middle School Girls Basketball vs. Highmore/Harrold
6:30 PM (One Game)
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Wednesday, December 3
• Welding Competition (LATI)
All Day (Leave Time: TBD)
• Region FCCLA @ Pierre
Leave Time: 7:45 AM
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Thursday, December 5
(Events run Dec 5–6)
• Honors Band @ Aberdeen
All Day (Leave Time: TBD)
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• Stanley County Wrestling Invite – Fort Pierre
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Leave Time: TBD
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Sunday, December 7
• South Dakota FFA State Leadership @ Rapid City (Dec 7–8)
Leave Time: 9:30 AM (Sunday)
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Monday, December 8
• School Board Meeting
6:30 PM
• Gettysburg Middle School Wrestling Invite – Gettysburg
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Middle School Girls Basketball vs. Faulkton Area
6:00 PM (Two Games)
December 1–8
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Monday, December 1
• First Allowable High School Boys Basketball Practice
• First MS Wrestling Practice
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Tuesday, December 2
• Middle School Girls Basketball vs. Highmore/Harrold
6:30 PM (One Game)
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Wednesday, December 3
• Welding Competition (LATI)
All Day (Leave Time: TBD)
• Region FCCLA @ Pierre
Leave Time: 7:45 AM
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Thursday, December 5
(Events run Dec 5–6)
• Honors Band @ Aberdeen
All Day (Leave Time: TBD)
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• Stanley County Wrestling Invite – Fort Pierre
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Leave Time: TBD
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Sunday, December 7
• South Dakota FFA State Leadership @ Rapid City (Dec 7–8)
Leave Time: 9:30 AM (Sunday)
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Monday, December 8
• School Board Meeting
6:30 PM
• Gettysburg Middle School Wrestling Invite – Gettysburg
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Middle School Girls Basketball vs. Faulkton Area
6:00 PM (Two Games)
Monthly Reminder:
📣 6-8th Grade Parents, this is your chance to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. trip!
Join us in school music/band room on Wednesday, Dec. 3rd at 6:30 PM. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!
Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/38582704161?rsvp_id=38582704161
Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨
After a week of long rehearsals, Madison Bradberry is ready to perform with the Macy's Great American Marching Band tomorrow morning at Herald Square! Tune in to NBC to see them perform!! Look for the band dressed in red coats and hats with white pants carrying this banner.
Blood drive today!!
