Beresford School District 61-2

Congratulations to our Competitive Cheer Watchdogs! They performed at State Competitive Cheer in Rapid City on October 23. They placed 7th in Grand Champion rankings and 3rd in the small stunting/tumbling division! Well done Competitive Cheer!

about 16 hours ago, Thomas Merriman

News Alert: Tonight at 10:00 p.m., Keloland will air a feature story about our #1 Fan, Roger Krause.

1 day ago, Dustin Degen

The Beresford FFA Livestock Judging team was ranked Gold at the National FFA Livestock judging contest!
Carley Crist received 4th place in the Beef category, as well as Gold individually. Kailee Gosse, Kianna Hazel, Jade Twedt all received Silver placing individually. Congrats to them on their National placings!

2 days ago, Owen Reinalda

At 10am CST catch the FFA National Livestock Evaluation Awards here ( https://www.ffanewhorizons.tv/events/livestock-evaluation-awards ) to see how our Watchdogs did!

3 days ago, Owen Reinalda

Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming soon! We want this to become a larger community gathering, so last year we began the "Community-School Connection Night." Even if you don't have a student in the building, stop by the 6-12 building to grab some food, visit some student and community groups, check out our construction progress, and enjoy our 6-12 choir and 6th grade band concert. Some groups who will be present include Beresford Area Arts, Department of Human Services, Kore Cares, USD Head Start, Faith-in-Action, Lincoln County 4H, SD Parent Connect, Vocational Rehab, Share and Care, Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Beresford Fire & Rescue, Beresford Police, South Dakota Air Guard, United Church of Christ, First Dakota, The Republic, The Cupboard, Beresford Schools, and the Watchdog Foundation. Many student groups will also be available to visit, including Cross Country, Robotics, Quiz Bowl, FCCLA, and Student Council.

We look forward to seeing you on Monday, October 26!

3 days ago, Thomas Merriman

This Friday in Rapid City our Watchdog Comp Cheer team competes at SDHSAA State! If you can't join them at The Monument in Rapid City, the competition will be lived streamed (SDPBS) and the Watchdogs perform at 5:55pm MST (6:55pm CST).
Go Watchdogs!

4 days ago, Owen Reinalda

The Beresford FFA Livestock judging team will be competing today in Indianapolis Indiana at the National FFA Livestock Judging Contest.
Good Luck to Kianna Hazel, Kailee Gosse, Carley Crist, and Jade Twedt. Congratulations on representing South Dakota at the National level!

4 days ago, Owen Reinalda

WATCHDOG NATION-
Tomorrow, let's come together to celebrate Watchdogs' #1 Fan, Roger!
Whether you're in Beresford, across South Dakota, or halfway around the world, WEAR PURPLE FOR ROGER!
Wherever you are on Wednesday, throw on some purple, snap a picture, add your favorite Roger memory, and share it on social media with #Roger!

4 days ago, Troy James

Congratulations to our 6-12 Student of the Month Winners for September 2026!

These students were selected by staff because of their leadership, work ethic, respect, and attitudes. We appreciate all they do to make our school a better place to learn. Congratulations Vera and Ryder (6th grade), Arya and Ian (7th grade), Skylar and Daniel (8th grade), and Payton and Diego (high school)!

6 days ago, Thomas Merriman

Region XC Results: Congrats to our Watchdog Girls XC Team as they qualify as a team for State! While our boys narrowly missed out as a team we did have 3 individual qualifiers. Qualifying for state are...
Girls - Brynley Hansen, Nora Hyronimus, Molly O'Neil, Lillie Boden, Cambry Voss and Reese Olson.
Boys - Josh Merriman, Noah Halvorson, and Bennett Farley

For full results check out here... https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/278816/info

8 days ago, Owen Reinalda

In case you missed it, we have All-Conference Cross Country Runners! Congratulations to our 2026 Big East All-Conference runners: Molly O’Neil, Brynley Hansen, Nora Hyronimus, Josh Merriman, Noah Halvorson, Bennett Farley, Henry Huether, Brock Koth, and Oliver Merriman. The boys also won the team championship at the conference meet. We wish all of our runners well as they compete in the Region 3A XC meet today in Lennox!

10 days ago, Dustin Degen

During the October 12, 2026 School Board meeting, the Beresford School District Board of Education recognized and congratulated sophomore Mason Hofer for his efforts in the 2026 golf season. Coach Brad Muller had a successful season, and Mason was able to qualify for the State Golf Meet. The State Golf Meet took place in Mitchell and Mason tied for 35th place. Pictured here is Board Member Dan Erickson with Mason. Congrats Mason!

12 days ago, Thomas Merriman

The second annual School-Community Connection Night is coming in two weeks! On Monday, October 26, community businesses and organizations are welcome to set up a table in our school between 4:00 and 6:00 to network and build awareness. This is in conjunction with our Parent-Teacher Conferences and takes place in the 6-12 school building.

We will send more information next week, but if you would like to bring your business, organization, or group to this event, please contact Dr. Merriman (6-12 principal) or the high school office!

13 days ago, Thomas Merriman

Congrats to Mason Hofer as he wrapped up the 2026 Boys Golf season at the SDHSAA State A Tournament. Mason shot a 82 on day 1 and a 79 on day 2 to finish 35th overall. Boys golf will return in the spring as they defend their Big East Conference Title.

18 days ago, Owen Reinalda

Watchdog Nation-
It has come to our attention that tonight’s MCM 50/50 Raffle will benefit our very own 1st grade student, Keegan Karlson, who is currently battling leukemia.

We are incredibly appreciative of MCM’s thoughtfulness and generosity in choosing to support Keegan and his family through tonight’s raffle. It means so much to see one of our conference opponents come together to support one of our own. It’s a great reminder that while we may compete against each other, we’re all on the same team when it matters most.

Thank you, MCM, for standing with Keegan and his family. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!

If you’re at the game tonight, consider buying a 50/50 ticket knowing your support is coming back to help one of our own Watchdogs! 💛

#KeeganStrong #WatchdogFamily

23 days ago, Troy James

Thank you to all of our golfers for a great season and a special congrats to Mason Hofer for qualifying for the SDHSAA Class A Boys Golf Tournament out of a VERY tough Region 2A tournament!
Good luck at State next Monday/Tuesday in Mitchell!

25 days ago, Owen Reinalda

Mason Hofer Qualifies for the SDHSAA State Tournament

Beresford boys golf scores from the Region 2A Tournament

Due to oversaturated field conditions, all Beresford football fields (game and practice fields) are off limits to youth teams through Sunday.
Alternate practice locations include:
-BHS softball field outfield (South Campus)
-BES Turf (no cleats)
-BES North Lot (across the street from BES)
At this point, we simply need Mother Nature to do her thing and give our fields some time to dry out. We will reassess the field conditions Monday morning and post an update on whether they are ready to reopen.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation. The BHS football season is only at the halfway point, so it is important that we protect our fields and keep them in the best condition possible for the remainder of the season.

25 days ago, Troy James

Today, students and staff wore YELLOW to show our support for all children and families impacted by childhood cancer—especially our own Keegan! 💛

We are behind you, Keegan! Keep fighting, buddy! 💛💪

#KeeganStrong #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #BSDFamily

about 1 month ago, Troy James

Last call to sign up for the Birdies for Buckets golf tournament happening this Saturday 9/26. Only a few spots are left! Proceeds benefit the boys and girls basketball teams.

about 1 month ago, Owen Reinalda

The Watchdog Foundation will host its annual tailgate from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cortland Carnes Stadium on Friday night. For $10, enjoy a “World Famous Pork Loin” sandwich, chips, baked beans, and a water. Individual sandwiches are $5 each. All proceeds benefit the Watchdog Foundation. Proceeds support scholarships and educational grants.

about 1 month ago, Dustin Degen