The MCM football team will face Deuel in the first round of the playoffs on Thursday, October 23, at 7:00pm in Clear Lake. Good luck Fighting Cougars!
Last Friday, PreK-5 was visited by The Pumpkin Man! Each year, Curt Aasheim delivers pumpkins to the elementary school students at Montrose Elementary. High school senior, Dawson Dorr, was also on hand to help pass out the pumpkins.
Our freshmen did great at land judging this year! Our team placed 3rd at the SE Region Land Judging event with multiple members receiving medals. Xander placed gold. Claire and Bennet received silver placings. Caleb, Izzy, and Connor placed bronze.
Montrose FFA's Feed a Farmer is Friday, October 17!
Join the Montrose FFA chapter for Trunk or Treat on October 25!
Officials Appreciation Week
October 5-11, 2025
MCM vs Baltic
Laurie Thompson & Laura Mausbach
Thank you for all you do!
October 5-11, 2025
MCM vs Baltic
Laurie Thompson & Laura Mausbach
Thank you for all you do!
Future Fighting Cougars! 🏐 Last night we recognized our Youth Volleyball players prior to the varsity match. Great to see so many young athletes learning, competing, and loving the game!
We have a WINNER! Vern Eide accepted nominations during the month of August to recognize outstanding bus drivers with a $500 cash prize. Teachers at Montrose School heard about the contest and knew who deserved this prize. Jim Starnes who has given the school 14 years of service! He recently was notified that he was one of the recipients of the award.
Several teachers submitted why they felt Jim was worthy of this award. These are a few of the submitted accolades. “He goes above and beyond to make sure every student feels welcome on his bus.” “He has a connection with every single one of his riders and they all love him.” He is an integral part of our small-town community; from bus driving and substitute teaching, to running a wood working business that makes amazing contributions to our town and school.” “He’s as reliable as they come, always on time and ready to go.” “He is a joy to be around and loved by all.” “Jim always has a smile on his face, a friendly greeting, and a kind word.” “I can think of no individual who better represents the qualities of dedication, patience, and care than Jim Starnes.” “The kids all love him, and you will often see them running up to give him hugs!” “Driving bus is not an easy job, but Jim makes it look like it is.” “He is a kind and considerate person who just wants to help his fellow man.” “The kids all enjoy seeing Jim at the start and end of their school day!” “Jim is playful, fun, empathetic, caring, understanding, helpful, and genuinely loving to the students and our whole staff.”
Jim has positively influenced the community and future generations. Thank you, Jim Starnes, for making a difference every day and keeping our kids safe and cared for, coming to school and arriving safely back home. Your positive impact in the lives of others is commendable!
Several teachers submitted why they felt Jim was worthy of this award. These are a few of the submitted accolades. “He goes above and beyond to make sure every student feels welcome on his bus.” “He has a connection with every single one of his riders and they all love him.” He is an integral part of our small-town community; from bus driving and substitute teaching, to running a wood working business that makes amazing contributions to our town and school.” “He’s as reliable as they come, always on time and ready to go.” “He is a joy to be around and loved by all.” “Jim always has a smile on his face, a friendly greeting, and a kind word.” “I can think of no individual who better represents the qualities of dedication, patience, and care than Jim Starnes.” “The kids all love him, and you will often see them running up to give him hugs!” “Driving bus is not an easy job, but Jim makes it look like it is.” “He is a kind and considerate person who just wants to help his fellow man.” “The kids all enjoy seeing Jim at the start and end of their school day!” “Jim is playful, fun, empathetic, caring, understanding, helpful, and genuinely loving to the students and our whole staff.”
Jim has positively influenced the community and future generations. Thank you, Jim Starnes, for making a difference every day and keeping our kids safe and cared for, coming to school and arriving safely back home. Your positive impact in the lives of others is commendable!
If you'd like to watch the pep rally today, here is a link. It starts at 10:30am. https://www.youtube.com/live/TunEX8nQ50k?si=_Fh4-mtq4-NHkPYH
Bring your cans!
The Montrose School District extends our sincere appreciation to the Ruste-Waul Unit 154 American Legion Auxiliary for their generous donation of school supplies to our students and classrooms. Your ongoing support helps ensure our students have the resources they need for a successful school year. We are truly thankful for this partnership and your continued commitment to our school community.
MCM Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, October 3rd, starting at 5:30 p.m.
Congratulations to King Dawson & Queen Addi!
Tonight's Coronation ceremony will be available to stream at the link below. You will need to log in to NFHS Network, but you do not need to purchase a subscription, it is free to view. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/montrose-high-school-montrose-sd/evt5d53af98e5
Congratulations to the marching band on their first place at the Beresford Marching Band competition! They also received awards for "Best Percussion" and "Best Color Guard!"
A huge shoutout to our Welding I class for creating the MCM that will be used for the "Burning of the MCM" during Coronation on Sunday night! They put in a lot of work to make it look great. Big thanks to Gessner Welding as well for helping out with the materials. See you Sunday night!
Freshmen attended Freshman Impact Day earlier this month. Freshman Impact Day consisted of multiple learning stations taught by local law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel, and people who have been impacted by the effects of driving under the influence. Students learned how choices can impact lives for years afterward.
Intro to AFNR class is learning to determine the texture of soil by the ribboning method.
The Dig Pink volleyball t-shirt order form has been created! Please fill out the form if you would like a shirt!
Orders are due by September 30.
"When completing orders, you can turn them into Addison Ecklein. If you are not able to get them to Addison, please turn them into your school's main office so they can be picked up on the day they are due."
Attached is the bracket for the 2025 BEC Volleyball Tournament. MCM will face off with Garretson at Flandreau starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, September 11th at 6:00pm. Good luck Fighting Cougars!
