Custer School District 16-1
To Educate Every Student to His or Her Potential
Athletic camps are available for students. Check them out...
CTE Student-Built 8'x16' Shed for SALE.
• Bid Deadline: 6/25/2026 @ noon
• Official Bid Form & Info: See https://tinyurl.com/CTEShedBid
We are proud of our CTE students who built the shed under the direction of CTE Teachers Jared Webster and Slade Swedlund!
Secondary Math Teacher needed starting August 2026. w/wout coaching, w/wout PE & weight lifting classes. Salary DOE
Students are dismissed at noon on Thursday, May 21. Buses will run at noon. Wishing all our students & staff a wonderful summer break!
Important Track Meet Changes!
CHS track scheduled for 4/19/26 in Belle Fourche has been cancelled due to the weather.
Grade 3 Teacher at Custer Elementary School - W/Wout Coaching -
Custer School District | Starting Aug 18, 2026
• Schedule: 4-day week (155-day contract).
• Salary: $46,522 base (DOE).
• Requirements: SD Teacher Certification (Elementary Ed endorsement).
• Plus: Coaching opportunities available.
Apply at: csd.k12.sd.us Current CSD certified staff interested in this position must sent letter of interest/email to Principal Joey Kortemeyer Joey.Kortemeyer@k12.sd.us on or before the internal deadline of 4/14/26. All other candidates must complete the online application form; submit copies of transcripts and SD Teacher Certificate; and 3 current letters of recommendation. Contact Custer School District, 527 Montgomery St., Custer, SD 57730, 605.673.3154.
Open until filled. EOE.
https://www.applitrack.com/bhssc/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=4551
Custer School District | Starting Aug 18, 2026
• Schedule: 4-day week (155-day contract).
• Salary: $46,522 base (DOE).
• Requirements: SD Teacher Certification (Elementary Ed endorsement).
• Plus: Coaching opportunities available.
Apply at: csd.k12.sd.us Current CSD certified staff interested in this position must sent letter of interest/email to Principal Joey Kortemeyer Joey.Kortemeyer@k12.sd.us on or before the internal deadline of 4/14/26. All other candidates must complete the online application form; submit copies of transcripts and SD Teacher Certificate; and 3 current letters of recommendation. Contact Custer School District, 527 Montgomery St., Custer, SD 57730, 605.673.3154.
Open until filled. EOE.
https://www.applitrack.com/bhssc/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=4551
Important Message for students riding the Hermosa Bus.
The culvert construction is complete, and the detour has ended. Effective today, the Hermosa bus will now depart at 6:40 AM and return at 4:30 PM. Thank you! If you have any questions, please get in touch with your child's school: CES - 605.673.4483; Jr/Sr HS - 605.673.4473; HES - 605.255.4345
The culvert construction is complete, and the detour has ended. Effective today, the Hermosa bus will now depart at 6:40 AM and return at 4:30 PM. Thank you! If you have any questions, please get in touch with your child's school: CES - 605.673.4483; Jr/Sr HS - 605.673.4473; HES - 605.255.4345
CSD Spring Break will be April 2-6. Classes resume April 7. Enjoy!
Custer Middle School Track starts next week. Parent meeting on March 9. Get your t-shirts ordered! Reminder: MS athletes must get a sports physical.
See what is happening in the Custer School District ~ Check out the March 2026 CSD Tidbits https://app.smore.com/n/t3sn2
Reminder, Hermosa 4th & 5th-graders need to be at the school at 5:40 tonight for the Elder's Wisdom Program. Enter through the Activities Entrance.
**PRESS RELEASE** ~ From Dr. Tim Frederick, CSD Supt. of Schools ~ It is my pleasure to share outstanding news: we recognize three exceptional educators whose dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our students exemplify the very best of the Custer School District.
2026 CSD Educators of the Year
**Custer Jr./Sr. Educator of the Year - Jared Webster
**Custer Elementary Educator of the Year - Jessica Haug
**Hermosa School Educator of the Year - Molly Wonnenberg
Each of these individuals demonstrates a passion for their discipline, unwavering commitment to student success, strong instructional leadership, and a sincere, deep care for students, families, and their colleagues. Jared, Jessica, and Molly embody the commitment and excellence that make our schools special.
Please take a moment to personally congratulate Jessica, Molly, and Jared on this well-deserved recognition. We are all proud of the work they do and are grateful for the positive impact they make across the school district and communities.
Thank you all for the amazing work you do in supporting our students and community. You truly are the best.
The Custer School District Teacher of the Year will be announced on March 27, 2026, at the staff dinner at Crazy Horse.
Is your 3 to 5-year-old meeting their developmental milestones? Our upcoming screening this Friday, Feb. 20, is the perfect chance to find out!
✅ No concern is too small—and even if you have no concerns at all, come by to see how they're doing!
✅ Free Vision/Hearing screening available upon request.
✅ Snacks provided for the kiddos!
This screening is a relaxed, friendly way to check in on their:
Speech & Language 🗣️
Motor Skills 🏃♂️
Social Growth 🤝
Appointments are required! Call Monday through Thursday to save a spot. 📞 Custer: 605-673-2171 | Hermosa: 605-255-4345
Questions: don't hesitate to get in touch with CSD Special Services Director, Dr. Rhonda Frederick, rhonda.frederick@k12.sd.us
✅ No concern is too small—and even if you have no concerns at all, come by to see how they're doing!
✅ Free Vision/Hearing screening available upon request.
✅ Snacks provided for the kiddos!
This screening is a relaxed, friendly way to check in on their:
Speech & Language 🗣️
Motor Skills 🏃♂️
Social Growth 🤝
Appointments are required! Call Monday through Thursday to save a spot. 📞 Custer: 605-673-2171 | Hermosa: 605-255-4345
Questions: don't hesitate to get in touch with CSD Special Services Director, Dr. Rhonda Frederick, rhonda.frederick@k12.sd.us
Special Education Records Destruction Annual Notification
To Parents/Guardians of Students who were previously enrolled in the Custer School District Special Education Program, and to Former Students over 18 once enrolled in the Special Education Program:
This is to inform you that some outdated Special Education personal information, which was collected, maintained, or used as part of individual files at Custer School District, will be destroyed on February 23, 2026. Such records are no longer needed to provide educational services in the Custer School District.
Records in the Special Education file may have included, but were not limited to annual IEP’s, achievement testing, psychological testing, occupational or physical therapy evaluations, and speech evaluations. Unless we hear from you before February 15, 2026, we have your permission to destroy these records. According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 34CFR300.573, school districts must notify parents when the information contained in their child’s special education records is no longer needed. Under the Code of Federal Regulations (34CFR Ch.III.300.573), it is a citizen’s right to examine or obtain his/her personal information before it is destroyed. Destruction of records is the best protection against improper and unauthorized disclosure; however, such records may be needed for social security benefits or other purposes.
Custer School District maintains Special Education Records for a period of six (6) years. A copy of permanent records, however, including grades, attendance record, classes attended, and grade level completed, will be permanently maintained by the school district.
If you wish to examine or obtain a copy of your personal Special Education records, please contact the Special Education Department at 527 Montgomery Street, Custer, SD, telephone 605-673-2171, before February 15, 2026
To Parents/Guardians of Students who were previously enrolled in the Custer School District Special Education Program, and to Former Students over 18 once enrolled in the Special Education Program:
This is to inform you that some outdated Special Education personal information, which was collected, maintained, or used as part of individual files at Custer School District, will be destroyed on February 23, 2026. Such records are no longer needed to provide educational services in the Custer School District.
Records in the Special Education file may have included, but were not limited to annual IEP’s, achievement testing, psychological testing, occupational or physical therapy evaluations, and speech evaluations. Unless we hear from you before February 15, 2026, we have your permission to destroy these records. According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 34CFR300.573, school districts must notify parents when the information contained in their child’s special education records is no longer needed. Under the Code of Federal Regulations (34CFR Ch.III.300.573), it is a citizen’s right to examine or obtain his/her personal information before it is destroyed. Destruction of records is the best protection against improper and unauthorized disclosure; however, such records may be needed for social security benefits or other purposes.
Custer School District maintains Special Education Records for a period of six (6) years. A copy of permanent records, however, including grades, attendance record, classes attended, and grade level completed, will be permanently maintained by the school district.
If you wish to examine or obtain a copy of your personal Special Education records, please contact the Special Education Department at 527 Montgomery Street, Custer, SD, telephone 605-673-2171, before February 15, 2026
SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR JAN. 16 DUE TO WEATHER
📢 IMPORTANT SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT 📢
Due to the missed school day on Dec. 18 caused by the weather, Custer School District will have a make-up day on Friday, Feb. 13.
This will be a regular school day; all Custer and Hermosa students are expected to attend. Thank you!
Please call your child's school if you have any questions:
📞 Hermosa School: 605.255.4345
📞 Custer Elem School: 605.673.4483
📞 Custer Jr/Sr High School: 605.673.4473
Due to the missed school day on Dec. 18 caused by the weather, Custer School District will have a make-up day on Friday, Feb. 13.
This will be a regular school day; all Custer and Hermosa students are expected to attend. Thank you!
Please call your child's school if you have any questions:
📞 Hermosa School: 605.255.4345
📞 Custer Elem School: 605.673.4483
📞 Custer Jr/Sr High School: 605.673.4473
Please join the Custer School District as we begin our strategic planning process. We want your input to help us "Educate Every Student to His/Her Potential". https://bit.ly/SharingSession25-26
📅 Date: Jan. 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Hermosa School Commons Area
and
📅 Date: Jan. 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Custer CTE Bldg.
