November 10, 2026

Dear SDMA Families and Staff,

The first quarter of the 2026-27 school year is officially complete! We have so many wonderful accomplishments by our SDMA students and staff to celebrate. Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for working together to support our children. Here is a quick look at upcoming district events and important updates:

Q1 Achievements & Board Reports

Each month, the school board receives a Highlight on Youth Report recognizing achievements across our schools:

• View the November Board Report (shared during Monday’s school board meeting)

Veterans Day Ceremonies – Nov 11

In addition to classroom activities throughout the district, we invite our community and veterans to attend one of tomorrow’s public ceremonies:

• Wakanda Elementary School: 9:30 a.m.

• Menomonie Middle School Gymnasium: 10:00 a.m.

To all of our veterans who have served our country: thank you, and please accept our invitation to join us.

Winter Sports Seasons & Schedules

As we wrap up our fall activities, winter sports seasons—including basketball, hockey, gymnastics, wrestling, and boys swim & dive—are officially getting under way!

• Game Schedules & Event Details: Full game schedules, locations, and tip-off/start times are posted on the district website.

Thanksgiving Break & Administrative Hours

• No School: Week of Thanksgiving (Monday, Nov. 23 – Friday, Nov. 27).

• Administrative Service Center Hours: Open Monday, Nov. 23, and Tuesday, Nov. 24 (7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.).

• District Calendar: Reference the 2026–27 District Calendar for future dates.

Wishing good luck and safe travels to all deer hunters and families traveling for the holiday!

Board Listening Session

The SDMA Board of Education continues its work governing the district and seeking community input. Read the latest School Crossings column for details, and consider joining Board members for an open community listening session:

• When: Thursday, November 19 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Where: Menomonie High School Commons

Thank you again to our veterans, and wishing you all a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
Warmly,

Joe Zydowsky

District Administrator
215 Pine Avenue NE, Menomonie,
[email protected] Phone: (715) 232-1642