Happy Friday,This is the last Blue Ink of the 2019-2020 school year. It's been a pleasure working with the journalists all year (even from home). This final issue features a look back at the school year, a good luck well wishes to Ms. Hersom as she retires after 40 years in Garretson as well as the final articles from the senior... READ MORE >
We continue to feature our seniors with senior spotlights but also give a run down of what the end of the year will look like for Garretson, entertainment news including the XFL and SNL as well as news updates on the coronavirus.https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/689439/7.33.pdf READ MORE >
New is the theme for this week: A new business, a new covid treatment, a new series to watch, a new way to celebrate seniors.https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/681621/7.32.pdf READ MORE >
What a beautiful happy Friday we have, with nice weather in the works. This week's Blue Ink features a few 50th Anniversary features including Earth Day and the Apollo 13 space mission, as well as coronavirus, political, and sports updates.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.31.pdf READ MORE >
Even though we aren't in school, the Blue Ink journalists are still finding ways to get you all news of what's going on in and out of Garretson. There are updates concerning the pandemic but also other features including Easter, boys & girls state selections, and a busy week for fire departments.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.30.pdf READ MORE >
Another edition of the Blue Ink is out and ready for you. It features students' take on their online learning experiences, as well as coronavirus updates (SD statistics, possible medicines, and European updates), and boredom buster suggestions on both television and video games.https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/650227/7.29.pdf READ MORE >
Here's to another week of news. There are some wonderfully creative ways people in Garretson are staying entertained including a Teddy Bear Hunt around town as well as suggestions from some Blue Ink journalists (part 2).https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/635918/7.28.pdf READ MORE >
Good afternoon Blue Dragons, Your journalists are still working to get you information, entertainment and news. Attached is the latest edition of the Blue Ink.https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/627833/7.27.pdf READ MORE >
The latest Blue Ink features both local conversations including students attending the Regional Solo Ensemble contest and results from state wrestling as well as major conversations like the effects of COVID-19https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/617625/7.26.pdf READ MORE >
This week's edition features lots of happenings in the school such as Read Across America Week, senior project presentations, and basketball milestones. https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.25.pdf READ MORE >
This week's edition of the Blue Ink features National FFA week, state wrestling, basketball recaps, as well as a few unique national events including a zamboni driver getting his chance at the NHL and possible Russian political interference.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.24.pdf READ MORE >
This week's issue features our 2020 Teacher of the Year, as well as other local events including a preview of National FFA week next week.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.23.pdf READ MORE >
Good afternoon and Happy Valentine's Day,Attached is our holiday issue featuring Black History Month and both Valentine's Day and President's Day. It also covers some local events including the wrestling teams success at the BEC tournament last weekend.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.22.pdf READ MORE >
This week's issue of the Blue Ink features a recap of the Super Bowl and its corresponding commercials as well as highlights from local events including the girls' 3rd finish in the BEC Basketball tournament and wrestling's recent successes.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.21.pdf READ MORE >
The latest edition of the student run newspaper, Blue Ink, features many local events and happenings including our very own Mr. Bohl being selected as a national coach of the year finalist.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.20.pdf READ MORE >
Well we got through the snowstorm last week and it looks like nicer weather ahead. This week's issue features a few local stories including wrestling and a journalists' New Year's resolution as well as some national news.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.19.pdf READ MORE >
Welcome back to school! What a busy week it has been. This week's Blue Ink issue is the last of the semester but covers a multitude of events that has happened in the early days of the year.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.18.pdf READ MORE >
This is the last Blue Ink of 2019. It features a recap of the Twenty-Tens decade compiled by the Blue Ink staff.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.17.pdf READ MORE >
Tthe most recent edition of the Blue Ink features results from wrestling's first contests as well as a holiday gift guide and movie suggestions.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.16.pdf READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent issue of the Blue Ink. It features basketball sports previews, as well as other holiday notes, including Garretson's Parade of Lights next weekend.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/Forms/AllItems.aspx READ MORE >
The annual Thanksgiving issue is out. The Blue Ink journalists interview Blue Dragons on the Thanksgiving holiday and events surrounding it.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/Forms/AllItems.aspx READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink featuring highlights from fall formal, an athletic director's point of view, and national headlines. Enjoy!https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.13.pdf READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features local news such as the volleyball team reaching the SoDak 16, FFA qualifying for state competition and pictures from the Veteran's Day program as well as national/global news focusing on the impeachment inquiry, Disney + and a staffers travels to Africa.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.12.pdf READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Inkhttps://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.11.pdf READ MORE >
This week issue features a great variety of local and national events including State Cross Country results, NFL power rankings, and November events such as daylight saving time and parent-teacher conferences.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.10.pdf READ MORE >
The most recent issue of the Blue Ink features highlights of our state bound cross country team, successful musicians as they head to all-state chorus next year as well as national topics such as the opening of NBA season and the World series. It's a great day to be a Blue Dragon.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.9.pdf READ MORE >
The most recent issue of the Blue Ink features local and national happenings as well as a recap of Blue Dragon sporting events.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.8.pdf READ MORE >
The homecoming issue of the Blue Ink is out. It features a recap of events this week as well as pictures from the dress up days.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/Forms/AllItems.aspx# READ MORE >
The newest edition of the Blue Ink features a follow up to the school lunch article last week, as well as overview of Garretson athletics, a teacher feature, and a homecoming week preview.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/Forms/AllItems.aspx READ MORE >
Your newest Blue Ink issues is hot off the press!https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.4.pdf READ MORE >
Tthe most recent edition of the Blue Ink features local sports teams as well as a brief overview of local news and happenings including the midweek storm.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.3.pdf READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink featuring highlights from sporting events, new teachers, as well as world news.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%2020192020/7.2.pdf READ MORE >
Happy last day of school everyone. Thanks for a great year. This last issue features a recap of the school year and a brief coverage of a busy last week of school including book battles and Community Service Day, among others.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%20Issues%20201819/6.37.pdf READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features some of the great fine arts and academics we have as Blue Dragons including the spring play and a brief note on the elementary music concert last night. https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%20Issues%20201819/6.34.pdf READ MORE >
Due to the short week this week, the Blue Ink, is coming out a day early. It also includes a page of articles that was slated to run last week but due to the snow storm and power outages, we were unable to send it out. There are many hot topic issues covered this issue including what to do with the snow days, holidays (earth day and Easter), and... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features April topics of conversation including Autism Awareness, March Madness Brackets, Spring Sports, and Prom hype.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%20Issues%20201819/6.31.pdf READ MORE >
HAPPY LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!*** Any Schedule Changes, Please see Mrs. Pliska.*** *** MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE LOST AND FOUND! Anything left after Friday will be donated. ***Missing: Gold Safire Ring. Please turn in ot call the office with any information. Thanks! 1. Attention GHS Class of 2021: EmPOWER Youth Leadership Program is now accepting applications... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features major talking points in the Garretson hallways including prom, the bloodmobile, and the DBL.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%20Issues%20201819/6.30.pdf READ MORE >
This week's issue covers many of the buzzes in the school house this week: from an electrifying state basketball tournament the weekend prior to senior projects wrapping up to track and field starting and more. Enjoy and Happy Fridayhttps://ka080.k12.sd.us/journalism/Blue%20Ink%20Issues%20201819/6.29.pdf READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features what students have been talking about this week including a run down of the Summit League, upcoming movies, as well as a special guest speaker that popped into high school classrooms this week.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The Blue Ink this week features senior project presentations that happened Wednesday, as well as a look at some topics of conversation including the proposed civics test graduation requirement. Reminder there is no school tomorrow.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features a recap of state wrestling as well as region basketball progress so far. It also covers wonderful happenings going on in the school such as Ms. Kientopf being named Teacher of the Year and Read Across America Week.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features many local activities and events including a celebration of National FFA Week where our local chapter sponsored a food drive, held a petting zoo, and will be putting on a community breakfast. Other happenings include recaps of basketball, a good luck to our state wrestlers, and a congratulations to Drew Blosmo for reaching 1,000 career... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink covers a wide variety of news including results from the Science Fair, basketball, and wrestling competitions. It also covers other topical news such as Black History Month and Valentine's Day.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week's edition of the Blue Ink features a celebration of the 100th day of school as well as gives a nod to Black History Month. Also congratulations to the 2nd grade class for being the reason behind the Choose Kind shirts today! https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
We have another full issue of the Blue Ink ready for you. It features local events such as National Counseling Week and basketball updates and as well as national occurrences such as the weather and Groundhog's Day.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The newest edition of the Blue Ink features Garretson events, updates, as well as national news events.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink is out for your viewing. It features travel opportunities for students, success on the spelling bee, as well as news updates. https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features recent successes by students and athletes as well as brings up topics of conversation that have been often seen in the news.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Happy 2019. The latest edition of the Blue Ink features a look back on students' holiday favorites as well as a few New Year's resolutions.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features recaps of 2018 as well as current updates on our winter athletes and holiday fun and games. Have a safe and wonderful break and see you all in 2019.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week's issue features much of the holiday spirit: traditions, goodies, and suggestions. It also gives a brief recap of Blue Dragon athletics that are now in full swing as well as a nice overview of the Hometown Christmas celebration last Saturday. Take a moment to scan and watch the two videos (one about the hometown Christmas and the other featuring ways our... READ MORE >
This week's Blue Ink features the annual CMN fundraiser in memory of Tina Sandbulte. Also in this issue are national news events including President Bush's passing and the youth football bus crash. Also included is the Garretson's student body's holiday movie preferences.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week the Blue Ink journalists feature student accomplishments, local events, and topical stories including a gift giving guide and a brief overview of the Mars InSight landing.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The annual Thanksgiving issue is out. Students and staff at Garretson share some of their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and foods as well as what they are thankful for.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features an article and pictures from this week's Veterans Day program. It also covers successes for FFA and oral interp as well as the return of the Senior Spotlight and Student Opinion Poll.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Due to no school tomorrow (Friday, November 9), the Blue Ink, came out a day early. This week's issues features multiple school events such as FFA, fall formal, football, and a makerspace coming to the library.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink covers the Garretson FFA Chapter's trip to National Convention and South Dakota College week and more.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The newest edition of the Blue Ink features great things happening in the school including athletes qualifying for state cross country, journalists attending the state convention, and a quick feature on the fall dance.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Garretson's student created newspaper is out. This week's Blue Ink covers fitting monthly themes such as Breast Cancer Awareness as well as haunted locales. A big congratulations to the Cross Country team on a successful season and good luck to the state qualifiers.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Due to teacher in-service tomorrow, the most recent edition of the Blue Ink is out one day early. We welcome Garretson's newest staff member, Ms. Backer, as well as congratulate soccer on their most successful season ever, and give a quick good luck to cross country in their region meet today.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink. There were some great things going around Garretson including a fabulous concert and phenomenal happenings.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features FFA success at the state convention earlier this week, spring sports struggling to get their competitive season going due to mother nature, and world events continuing to dominate headlines.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink covers local events such as the mayoral election as well as some tips for students to secure summer jobs.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink features Be the Change week and a preview to prom as well as (inter)national news covering the NCAA tourney and a possible mass extinction.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink covers student success in a national powerlifting competition, journalism and yearbook press conventions, and topical events such as Easter, orange snow in Eastern Europe, and the Facebook/Cambridge Analytica scandal. https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the BlueInk is now available. This week's newspaper covers a variety of local &national topics including American Legion Essay/Poem contest winners, fatal accidents, and regional science fair results.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent issue of the Blue Ink features multiple opportunities and successes of students including competitions, performances, and field trips. As always, if you ever have any article ideas or fun events going on please let me or any of the student journalists know.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink highlights the successes of both our athletics and our academics: state wrestling meet and science fair. In addition, a reminder of other events to fill the weekend including the Summit League Tournament and the FFA Breakfast are mentioned.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Due to no school tomorrow, the Blue Ink came out a day early. This week's issue features FFA week, a senior project success, and an editorial over recent issues concerning school safety.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Ms. Kelsey Buchholz, the Garretson School District Teacher of the Year! Ms. B is an outstanding professional educator. She was nominated by colleagues who recognize that she gives our school, our community and most of all, her students 100%! Here are a few quotes from those nominations: "She is a no-excuses kind of person that puts the students... READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. It covers everything from students choosing to serve their country to an Olympics update to current events like space travel, the Florida school shooting, and NBA.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Blue Ink Issue 5.23 for the week of February 5-9https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink covers both wrestling and basketball as well as the return of the Garretson Olympics. Other current events including the Super Bowl, Groundhog's Day, and the super blue blood moon also make an appearance.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Good afternoon,The newest edition of the Blue Ink is now available.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. Students survived the semester tests and managed to compete well in their contests. More to come next week.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink is a 2017 year in review. It covers both local, national, and global events over the past year.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. It covers the recent successes of the wrestling team, national new updates, holiday gifting ideas and Garretson's efforts to donate to CMN.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Happy first day of December! Attached is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. It features holiday light displays, a brief preview of the basketball teams as well as an NBA player analysis, overview of recent news happenings locally, nationally, and globally. Enjoy and Happy Friday!https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Today is our annual Thanksgiving issue where the Blue Ink journalists went around to students (of all ages) and staff to talk about what consumes them over the Thanksgiving Break.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink put out by Garretson's journalism class. This week features a highlight on a senior project, a preview to wrestling season, and a state qualifier among other topics.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Here is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink written by the Garretson Journalism class. It covers the Veterans' Day program, world news, and a recap of the FFA chapter's highlights from National Convention.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink includes a feature of football's success yesterday, a good luck to the cross country athletes in the state competition this weekend.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
The most recent edition of the Blue Ink covers Garretson events from Cross Country region qualifying, football and volleyball, to oral interp's first meet of the season.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
You may have seen the headline in the Argus Leader today (October 11, 2017), which reads “SHORTED SALARIES,” with the story superimposed over a picture of our school. This headline, while intended to really grab the reader’s interest, seems to imply that our school district has somehow been less than above-board with respect to the use of funds provided in the... READ MORE >
This week's edition of the Blue Ink includes both Garretson happenings as well as talking points from national events this past week.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This is the most recent edition of the Blue Ink. It features recaps of the sports teams as well as the blood drive put on by the FFA. It also highlights the One-Act play returning to Garretson.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week covers everything from FFA to sports to a homecoming recap.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This is the third issue of the 2017-2018 school year for the Blue Ink staffers. This week includes a big focus on homecoming events, results, and photos.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Screening America will be coming to Garretson next Monday, September 18th to conduct heart screenings. The screening is more intensive than what is normally done for a regular athletic physical, and is available for anyone between the ages of 12 and 34.If you're even slightly interested, please take a moment to read this letter from Ann Thompson, of Baltic, who... READ MORE >
The second issue of Garretson's Blue Ink is here. It features an athlete achieving a career milestone and the cross country team hosting the Jesse James Invitational.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
This week covers national news including Hurricane Harvey and the Mayweather v. McGregor fight as well as local news including Blue Dragon athletic recaps and a highlight reel from the volleyball tournament last weekend.https://ka080.k12.sd.us/journa... READ MORE >
Check out upcoming events and news on Alliance Channel 230. The cover photo is an example of the quality announcements you will see. We are also filming live events throughout the school year! READ MORE >
Welcome back! There will be an Open House at the school on Tuesday, August 22nd starting at 5:00 pm and ending at 7:00 pm. School starts on Thursday, August 24th and we will have an early dismissal for students at 1:30 pm. Regular school day on Friday! READ MORE >
Garretson School District is proud to announce the development of their new Website and Mobile App. Most items can be found under the Menu tab, but make sure you check out the Live Feed and News sections for up to the minute updates. There will be an unveiling of the two new features on Orientation night! The 15th and 17th of August; then again during Open House on... READ MORE >