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2025-2026 Teacher of the Year Nominations

Updated January 28, 2026

Do you know a teacher who is dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference?

The classroom teacher is the backbone of the American educational system. No one person has a greater impact on the education of a child than does the teacher who creates the primary learning and instructional environment.

Nominate a teacher for the Deuel School District Teacher of the Year Award.

To nominate a teacher for the Deuel School District Teacher of the Year Award, simply complete this form and send it to Superintendent Chad Schiernbeck by February 15th, 2026.

Please explain why you feel the educator you are nominating should be the District Teacher of the Year, citing specific examples. Some things to consider: the teacher’s methods for meeting student needs, desire for professional growth, community involvement, dedication to the teaching profession, and rapport with students, parents and staff.

A District TOY candidate who wishes to be considered for Region and State Teacher of the Year must: be a fully certified teacher; be employed by a South Dakota accredited school district - pre-kindergarten through grade twelve; have at least 3 full years of teaching experience; be planning to continue in an active teaching status (supervisory and administrative responsibilities are secondary considerations) for at least 2 more years; For more information on the Teacher of the Year Program visit, http://doe.sd.gov/oatq/teacheroftheyear.aspx.

The Deuel School District Teacher of the Year becomes eligible to apply for the Regional Teacher of the Year Award, and possibly for the South Dakota and/or the National Teacher of the Year Award. For more information on the Teacher of the Year Program visit, http://doe.sd.gov/oatq/teacheroftheyear.aspx.

Teachers of the Year:
2016-2017 Sheila Heiberger
2017-2018 Bonnie TeKrony
2018-2019 Jayda Templeton
2019-2020 Karan Domina
2020-2021 Sandi Block
2021-2022 Alyssa Cassels
2022-2023 Hannah Swenson
2024-2025 Cindy Konold

Here is the link to the nomination form.

Nomination Form

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Top Five Finalist Announced

Updated February 10, 2025

Hannah Lunden, a dedicated special education staff member at Deuel School District, has been selected as one of the Top 5 Finalists for the South Dakota Department of Education’s 2025 SPED Staff of the Year Award. Chosen from a pool of 60 nominations, Lunden’s hard work and commitment to her students have earned her this well-deserved recognition.

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Athletic Trainer

Updated September 18, 2024

Deuel High School has continued its partnership with Big Stone Therapies, Inc., with Dr. Lynn Simon, PT/ATC, providing athletic training services to the student-athletes. As part of this agreement, Simon is at the school every Monday and Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM to assess and manage athletic injuries. She also provides dedicated event coverage at home varsity competitions for football, cross country, wrestling, and gymnastics.

School Supply Lists

Updated August 5, 2024

The school supply list includes all the necessary supplies for each grade level.

Free, reduced-price, or paid meals.

Updated January 29, 2026

Families who may qualify for free or reduced-price meals will need to submit a free and reduced-price meal application.

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Middle School Activities, Sports & Coaches

Updated September 9, 2025

All middle school sports are for 7th and 8th grade.

Facebook Purpose and Guidelines

Updated November 29, 2023

The purpose of the Deuel School Facebook page is to provide an online forum to share information, update the community on events and programs, and showcase the achievements of students, teachers, and staff.