Events & Opportunities

Homecoming Week - September 23-27, 2024

Coronation and Burning of the S: Monday, Sept. 23

Homecoming Parade: Friday, Sept. 27

Dress-up days and special activities planned throughout the week. 

  Fall Planning Days- October 1, 2024

Who:  Juniors and Seniors; University, Tech School and Military Personnel

What:  Information about regional college options and admission information

Where:  SHS Auxiliary Gym  

STUDENTS MUST PRE-REGISTER:  https://gotocollegefairs.swoogo.com/registration/

FREE COLLEGE APPLICATION "Week"

October 3 - November 30, 2024

Seniors can apply to South Dakota university and tech school FREE! 

MORE INFO - CLICK HERE

Fall Semester Parent/Teacher Conferences - October 9, 2024

3:30pm - 7:30pm, Spearfish High School

Opportunity for parents and students to meet individually with teachers and communicate on how the class is going for the student.

Fall Financial Aid Night - November TBD, 2024 

6:30pm - 7:30 pm, SHS Library or Theater

Senior Parents and seniors are invited to learn about the financial aid process. A guest speaker will present on the FAFSA process. Information will also be offered on what students will need for post-secondary planning (college applications, scholarship searches, financial aid process, etc.).

Registration "Week" - Janurary 23-29, 2025

Each grade will have a day during the registration "week" to register for courses for the next school year. A presentation will be delivered during the registration time to help students navigate the course registration process, see new course offerings, and prepare for graduation requirements. 


Freshmen Transition Presentation for Parents

Freshmen Transition Presentation for Students


Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences - March 5, 2025

3:30pm - 7:30pm, Spearfish High School

Opportunity for parents and students to meet individually with teachers and communicate on how the class is going for the student.

Spring Dual Credit Presentation- March 5, 2025

5:30 pm, SHS Library

Students and parents interested in receiving more information about dual credit registration, course information, application deadlines, and requirements are strongly encouraged to attend.

SHS Career Fair- March 26, 2025  

1:30pm-3:15pm 

Students to have the opportunity to connect with community leaders, business owners, military representatives, and college representatives about career exploration and job opportunities. 

8th Grade High School Visit - May 5, 2025 

1:45pm - 3:00pm

8th grade students and parents are invited to attend this event to learn all about what Spearfish High School has to offer, ask questions about the high school experience for peer leaders, tour the buildings, and get the chance to meet some faculty.

Graduation - May 24, 2025 

2:00pm, Spearfish High School Gym

Presentation of the graduating Spearfish High School Senior Class of 2025!

Clubs and Organizations 

Clubs and organizations are a great way for students to be involved, become integrated into the school system beyond the general classroom, and form a bond with a group of friends. Spearfish High School offers a number of different clubs and organizations for students. These clubs and organizations have a faculty or staff sponsor that assists with planning meetings, providing a space to meet, and organizing potential competitions. All high school students are welcome to join any clubs or organizations at Spearfish High School. Information regarding club or organization meetings can be found on posters around the school and during the morning announcements.


Debate Knowledge Bowl Band

  Choir Drama Club SkillsUSA

  Game Club FCA Math Club

  Anime Club HOSA GSA

  Chess Club Book Club Ceramics Club

  Robotics Club Automotive Club Archery

  Green Club Key Club ZONTA Club

  American Sign Language (ASL) Club               Dance Club