Last day of school reminders!
Classroom 101 had a great time on their field trip to GreatLIFE Suburban Lanes Family Fun Center! Students practiced teamwork, good sportsmanship, and cheering each other on while learning the basics of bowling.
University of South Dakota (USD) School of Health Sciences hosted a “Career Café” for 5th grade students. Students learned about different careers such as dental hygiene, physical therapy, laboratory science, public health, and nursing. A HUGE thank you to USD School of Health Sciences for volunteering your time to educate the next generation in health sciences!
Yearbooks are here and will be sent home with students today! If you did not order one, we have a limited amount available for purchase in the office. The cost is $20 – cash only and we do not have change. They are available on a first come, first served basis.
If you have a child who struggles with reading, Prairie West Library has a great opportunity to learn strategies to help support your child. Scan the QR code to sign-up!
It finally happened. . . the ‘ol dog ate my homework excuse came true.
Our “Lost & Found” is overflowing! To look for lost items, please check in at the office. The last day to look for lost items is Friday, May 22. Items not claimed will be donated.
On Monday, May 4, Discovery band students celebrated “Star Wars Day” by performing the iconic Star Wars theme. They played and marched through the halls as they brought the galaxy far, far away to life! You can see the video at https://youtube.com/shorts/a-vVWH3MAHI?si=sVS5OR-DC35YTG54.
Congratulations to Mrs. Carrie Thurman, kindergarten teacher, who received a sweet treat from the Sioux Falls Public Schools Education Foundation (Foundation)! Every year during Teacher Appreciation Week, the Foundation surprises educators with treats from “Oh My Cupcakes”. Teachers were nominated via social media.
Classroom K04 learned about the life cycle of robins and butterflies. After the lesson, students created colorful artwork inspired by what they had learned.
Prairie West Library is closing at NOON tomorrow, Friday, May 1. If your student normally goes there after school, you will need to make other arrangements. As a reminder, all students must be picked up by 3:00 pm.
Student Council took part in Earth Day by picking up garbage around the school. They filled up 10 bags of trash! Thank you, Student Council, for taking care of Discovery!
"We didn't realize we were making memories. We just knew we were having fun." - Winnie the Pooh
Classroom 303 enjoyed a well-deserved break in between state testing. Students got the chance to relax, recharge, and have fun with their classmates!
Reminder! Online ordering for the 2025-26 Discovery Yearbook closes at NOON today. To order, go to http://scherling.preorderphotos.com/?AccessCode=J63PQ9.
Classroom 302 celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday by enjoying the outdoors and drawing with chalk!
Since classroom 506 is in the middle of testing season, all the educational materials hanging in the classroom are covered up or taken down. Students decided to brighten up the classroom with coloring pages! After a test, students can pick a coloring page, color it, and hang it up.
Today through Thursday, April 23, is Discovery Dine Out at Chili’s during their regular business hours. Discovery's PTO earns 15% of all carry out and dine in orders. You must mention Discovery Elementary when ordering or show the attached the flyer. Our PTO appreciates your support!
Two scientists with the Sanford Research PROMISE Laboratory visited first grade classrooms last week. Students learned about DNA, and its purpose in living things. Students got hands on by extracting the DNA from strawberries. Check out some of our future scientists from classroom 104!
It’s time to order your 2025-26 Discovery Yearbook! To order, go to http://scherling.preorderphotos.com/?AccessCode=J63PQ9. We are only accepting online orders - no check or cash payments. The deadline to order is noon on Monday, April 27, 2026. Orders will be shipped to the school sometime in May and sent home with students.
