Good afternoon, As we prepare to start the 2020-2021 school year on Thursday, August 20, 2020. We will start the school year in “LEVEL II” YELLOW. We will continue to monitor and will make changes when appropriate. Reminder: LEVEL I =GREEN and Face Coverings are Strongly Recommended LEVEL II = YELLOW and Face Coverings are... READ MORE >
As we prepare for the start of the 2020-2021 school year, we know there are many questions. As a district we have been working on developing a plan for the school year as we deal with the current Covid-19 Pandemic. This plan has been developed over the last couple months of many meetings of committees to create the following guidelines for this school year. This... READ MORE >
A special thank you to Mathew and Emily Wollmann who own and operate Wollmann Productions. Mathew a '09 Madison High School graduate and Emily a '15 Madison High School graduate, donated their time and talents to produce the 2020 virtual graduation for our students. The Madison Central School District truly appreciates all the hard work and countless hours that... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Charlie Hansen on being named the 2019-2020 Classified Staff Member of the Year! Thank you for all your hard work. READ MORE >
Let’s meet Isaiah Klockman, one of many bright seniors at Madison High School. Isaiah, full name Isaiah McCartney Klockman, was welcomed to the world on January 2, 2002, 4 hours short of being a New Year's baby. He was born in Virginia, but has moved around an awful lot since being born. After his birth in Virginia, he has also lived in Nevada, South Carolina, West... READ MORE >
Elizabeth Mae Ellingson, better known as “Lizzy”, was born on August 9th, 2001. Lizzy is an 18-year-old senior at Madison High School. Her expansive family consists of her mother, Kristy; father, Chris; and step-father, Andy; as well as 1 half-sister and 1 half-brother, in addition to another 3 step-siblings. She resides near the golf course where she has lived for... READ MORE >
Emma Alise Kruger is a 17-year-old senior at Madison High School. Emma was born on June 26, 2002, to her mother Kristine, and her step-father Mike. Emma was graced with 5 siblings, she is the second oldest, right behind her sister Hannah, her other siblings include a younger sister, Kiana, and brothers; Ethan, Blake, and Joseph or Joey as she calls him. Emma... READ MORE >
Born 52 years later than he would’ve liked, music-loving Dylan A. Johnson graced us with his presence on August 5th, 2000, in Watertown, SD. Dylan, the son of Natalie Reitman, is an only child, and a senior at Madison High School. As Dylan has moved around from state to state, including Iowa, Texas, and others, he could never really call anywhere home- until he... READ MORE >
Taylor has a job at Good Samaritan Society as a CNA(Certified Nursing Assistant). She enjoys her job because she likes to hear the stories that the residents have to tell. She is good at giving advice and supporting family and friends. Her favorite show is Chicago Fire, along with the movie series Fast and Furious and the book The Cellar. Taylor would recommend... READ MORE >
Born in 2001, Kaden Lee Krusemark and his journey through school has made him the man he is today. Kaden prefers watching TV rather than reading books, but in the case o most teens, who doesn’t like TV more? Kaden enjoys shows with challenges for people to overcome or obstacle courses, such as Wipeout and American Ninja Warrior. Of course, TV preferences doesn’t... READ MORE >
10 years from now, Lily Wolff sees herself out of college with a job, her own place to live, and maybe in a relationship. Presently, Lily is a 17-year-old senior at Madison High School. According to Lily, the cartoon character that best describes her is Ferb from Phineas and Ferb, because, “I am quiet, but useful when needed.” Lily's quite presence is perfect for... READ MORE >
Daniel John Swenson is a 17-year-old senior at Madison High School. Daniel is the youngest child of Darren and Kelly Swenson. He has two older sisters named Samantha and Sidney. Daniel enjoys hanging out with friends and watching movies, his favorite being "8 Mile". Depending on how he is feeling that day, Daniel can be found singing rock or rap music. If he could... READ MORE >
Corey E. Poppen Jr. is seventeen years-old. He lives in town, but prefers to spend his time on his farm in Howard because, as he says, there is more freedom. Corey’s favorite color is red, because it’s a bright color. His favorite food is pizza, more specifically supreme pizza. Corey’s favorite tv series is Supernatural. His favorite movie is Wonder, and his... READ MORE >
“Ain't it funny how Life Changes” by Thomas Rhett is how Jessica would describe her life in the last year because her "life has changed over the past year with family situations and remodeling my home.” Once you get to know Jessica Lea Leighton, who is 18 years old, you will begin to realize that her family is really important to her because they have always... READ MORE >
Olivia Comes is a creative and artistic person who likes to read. She lives in Madison, South Dakota, is the daughter of Heidi and Chad Comes, and sister to four siblings. She is the second oldest and currently the oldest sibling living at home. These are a few of Olivia’s favorite things: the color dark blue, spaghetti, the television show “The Office”, and her... READ MORE >
Sydney Renee Johnson is an 18-year-old senior at Madison High School. She has a passion for playing softball in the summer and would recommend it to everyone, because it is a fun sport to play. She stays busy working at Sunshine Foods where, she likes to work the courtesy counter the best. Sydney is one of three daughters to her mother, who is an OB supervisor,... READ MORE >
Do you like eagles? Brock Hunter Minnaert, 17, does, which is why he would choose to fly if he could have any superpower. To Brock, eagles are free and without worry, not to mention fast, which is exactly what he wants to be. If given the choice, Brock would play as Bobby Ricky, who is his favorite movie character. Ricky was a character who liked to go fast and... READ MORE >
Hailey Elizabeth Delzer was born on October 23rd, 2001 into a family filled with variety and fun. Though she is the youngest, she has four older siblings, her eldest sister and brother, Kendra and Alex, and her youngest brother and sister, Patrick and Jordin . Her parents are Scott and Beth Delzer. In her free time, she likes to work with little kids at church... READ MORE >
Cali Eliason is known by many in the Madison School District. She is from her home town of Howard, South Dakota, which she finds to be a little boring at times. Cali Jo Eliason was born to Curt and Connie Eliason at the Avera Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She moved from Elkton at the age of four to Howard. Cali Eliason is seventeen years old and is a part... READ MORE >
For some people, Halloween is a day to get free candy and wear a costume, but for Axesh D Patel, it’s also his birthday. Axesh turned 18 years old on October 31, 2001. Axesh is part of a family of 4; he has one brother named Suvas, mom, Hema and his dad, Dharmendra. When Axesh has free time he likes to do a couple of things. One thing that Axesh said he couldn’t... READ MORE >
Having season tickets to the Minnesota Twins, and being a big fan of the Chicago Cubs, Kelsey Rae Gustaf and her family are fanatics for the game of baseball. During the summer months, Kelsey, along with her parents Scott and Lori, and her older sister, Sydney, can be seen spending much of their time at Target Field. Along with her family, Kelsey also has two... READ MORE >
If you like art, anime and mac and cheese, you’ve come to the right place. Lane H. Zingmark born on October 3 of 2001 is one of the coolest middle children of all time. Not only is he an amazing artist, but he is also a wiz in the kitchen. His family consists of his mother Teri; his two older brothers Dylan and Chase, and his younger brother Warren. Lane lives in... READ MORE >
“If Disney dies, I die” should be a common phrase out of the mouth of Carlie Jean Terrall. This hardcore Disney fan is 17 years old and was born to Amy and David Terrall. Carlie lives in Madison, and her family has had a presence in the town since the town’s beginning. Her family comes from a long line of Madison royalty; her great-great-great-great-great-grandpa... READ MORE >
Gavin Slinker is an outgoing 17-year-old teen. He’s lived in Madison for 1 year now and was homeschooled in his junior and sophomore year. Gavin finally decided to join Madison High School for his senior year, with plans to make new friends, which he’s done, and interact with lots of kids. Gavin is a very unique guy; he can see any fragment or discoloration with... READ MORE >
What do you think about tea? For senior Ashton Michael David Hawes, it doesn’t matter if it’s hot or cold or its flavor. He loves any kind of tea, especially chamomile, which he strongly recommends people to drink. Actually, if Ashton could try anything and not fail, he would definitely open a tea shop. Ashton was born on July 16th, 2001, and is currently living... READ MORE >
There is a student at Madison High School who has taken almost every single ag class that is offered. This student is seventeen-year-old senior Willem Sunde, who loves to work with his hands and learns by doing. He currently works on his family farm, which is home to his parents Lindsay and William and his three younger siblings: Lily, Willard, and Layne. On a... READ MORE >
Eighteen-year-old Morgan Nichole Hansen knows that mayonnaise isn’t an instrument but loves Patrick Star anyway. She loves Patrick for how calm and collected he is, how he absolutely adores food, and how lazy he is. But when asked what her favorite show is, things take a strange turn. While she says Criminal Minds is her personal favorite show, she wants to save as... READ MORE >
“Completing the macho nacho challenge at The Stadium equals life complete.”-Cody brown Cody, seventeen-years-old, lives in the city of Madison and enjoys playing center position in basketball and defensive tackle position in football. If he is not out on the field playing, you can find him at his house with a large bowl of Chicken Alfredo, watching either a... READ MORE >
Anthony Jacob Peters, more commonly known by AJ. is the son of Jeremy and Angela Peters and a caring brother to Michael and Isaac. One interesting fact about AJ and his family is that there is only one girl in their family, which is his mom. The family of five live on an acreage north of Madison. AJ is an eighteen-year-old who has excelled throughout many things... READ MORE >
Katrina Jaylene Kauffman is a fun, chicken alfredo loving 17-year-old that has lived in Madison for her entire life. Her family consists of her mother, Sherise; father, Shannon; sister, Kassi; and her brother, Hunter. Her dream is to fly planes or become a private pilot. Her plans after high school are to attend Dakota State University and complete her general... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, The staff at MHS are sending out a video to all our students. You need to know that we miss you every day and want you to know how special you are! Please take a moment to view the videos from staff members of the MCSD. Have a great day! VIDEO - https://youtu.be/BKn_cX3CY8M READ MORE >
Good afternoon, Tomorrow, Monday, March 23rd we will start our first day of online and packet learning. We are moving into new territory after working through a handful of days for preparation. We know as we move forward there will be many questions from day to day. We also know we developed a fast-tracked Plan A for moving forward. As we work through online... READ MORE >
Four years of dates- dances and celebrations, games and concerts. As students, we anchor ourselves to these dates. Each marks the beginning, the end, and the equally vital in-betweens. These gatherings recognize our accomplishments in and out of the classroom. For those of us who have not yet been handed our diploma, they are the fixed points upon which many of our... READ MORE >
Good Evening Parents, We hope this e-mail will answer a few of your questions. This week the students will not have any school work to complete. Over the next three days we have asked the high school teaching staff to begin developing on-line lessons in 5 day increments. The Governor has now closed schools March 23rd – 27th. We will be ready to deliver on-line... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, This is a message from Madison Central School Superintendent Joel Jorgenson. This afternoon, Governor Noem announced schools will be closed an additional week at this point in time. Madison Central School District will be closed next week March 23rd through March 27th. Again, No School March 23rd through March 27th. In addition, building... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, This is a message from the Madison Central School District. Here is the update on locations where “FREE” sack lunches may be picked up starting tomorrow from 11:30 am to 12:45 PM March 16th thru March 20th. These meals are available and are FREE to all students K-12 and all also all kids age 1 to 4. Again, these meals are available FREE for kids... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, This is a message from Madison Central School District Superintendent Joel Jorgenson, With the unexpected week long closure of schools, the MCSD will be offering FREE SACK LUNCHES - for ALL K-12 students the week of March 16th-20th. Outside Grab and Go sites will be set up at a few locations. Additional information on distribution times and... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, All current information shows there are no confirmed coronavirus cases in South Dakota. However, I want to take a moment to share with our community some of the steps we are taking at Madison Central School District in preparing for any potential coronavirus situation in our area. We want to prepare and do everything we can for the safety and... READ MORE >
Mandee Michelle Hyland, a New Year’s baby of 2002, is now 18 years old. She is the daughter of Jeff and Michelle Hyland. She has a little brother named Preston and her pets include her two dogs, Molly and Rosie. She lives in the small South Dakota town of Madison with her family, but if she was able to live anywhere in the world for a year, she would want to live... READ MORE >
Jack Jankord was born on October 30th, 2001, into a family that would later grow much more. He is the second oldest of four children, including Garret, Oliver, and Ellie. His father, Jared, is a proud father who shares his love for music with all his children. They live in a part of town that has had some problems with floods in the past, Jack being a... READ MORE >
On February 11, the Madison High School student council and Maroon newspaper staff stormed the Capitol building during the “Madison Hosts the Legislature" day, chaperoned by Dana Gonyo and Christen Hildebrandt. The journey began, prior to the crack of dawn, towards South Dakota's beautiful capital city of Pierre. The crowd of 18, two teachers and 16 students,... READ MORE >
I met Hannah LeMair for coffee on a bitter cold autumn day. She wraps her hands around a hot chocolate, her drink of choice on days like these, and smiles to herself. Hannah’s got a nice smile, eyes that crinkle at the corners, and short brown hair she often keeps tucked under a knitted cap. She explains to me that “Hannah” means “grace,” “Lenore” means “light,”... READ MORE >
Ashlie Ann Martinez is the daughter of Tracy Pitts and Jorge Martinez. She is seventeen years old and lives in Madison, SD. She loves to read in her free time, so much so that she has a collection of 825 books, which shows how much she truly enjoys reading. Her favorite book is Awake by Natasha Preston. Ashlie is the oldest of five siblings. One thing that is... READ MORE >
Break out your suitcases!! You are going on a trip around the world! (No, not literally). The MHS Prom theme this year is "The World Awaits". Grand march and the dance are at the Dakota Prairie Playhouse on Saturday April 18, 2020. I know what you're thinking - yes, this is better than a literal trip around the world. Grand March will begin at 7:45pm at the... READ MORE >
The Madison Student Council is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 17th from 1:30-7:30 pm in the Madison High School lunchroom. The more donors who give blood on Tuesday, the more scholarship money the school will receive from the Red Cross to give to seniors of MHS. Appointments are recommended and can be made by scanning the QR code from the... READ MORE >
The Gathering Meal is a wonderful event for so many reasons. It is a weekly meal on Monday nights from 5-6pm and is free to anyone and everyone in the community. It is held at the Madison United Methodist Church (the one across the street from Dairy Queen). Overall, the Gathering is a great place for the community to foster connections from people of all ages and... READ MORE >
Seventeen-year-old Katie Ann Ahlf moved to Madison in January of 2018 from Sioux City. She’s grateful for her two aunts, Melissa and Vanessa, who have been very supportive throughout her life. Along with her Grandma Diane and her cousin, Brooke, Katie also has a little sister that is ten years old and named Alana. Katie claims the last year of her life was... READ MORE >
Dawson Lincoln Ferber, age 17, was born on February 21st, 2002 to Mark and Tracy Ferber and is a big brother to sister, Caymen. Dawson lives on the outskirts of Madison and is a senior at Madison High School. His favorite color is green. Why you might ask? Well, the color green reminds Dawson of the green that can be found in nature and nature is “beautiful.” His... READ MORE >
Kiley Rosemary Klein is an 18-year-old girl who attends Madison High School. She was born and raised in eastern South Dakota and lives on a family farm just outside of Madison, South Dakota along with her dad, Lee; mom, Christina; and her two younger siblings, Kate and Troy. Often times, Kiley finds herself helping out around the farm with cattle and spends lots... READ MORE >
As one of the main pitchers for the Madison Bulldogs baseball team, Colby Jeff Mennis, is very athletic. He is also considered one of the best wrestlers in the state. With his parents, Jay and Carrie, pushing him to be the most outstanding he could since second grade, he has become a well-known face for the Madison Bulldogs wrestling team. Along with his parents,... READ MORE >
Soccer, yogurt, the color black, and sour patch kids. These are all things of significance to our very own Breanna Stout of Ramona, South Dakota. She has lived a full and exciting life in her 17 years on this earth and now she continues her journey through her senior year. Breanna’s tremendous family consists of her mom and dad, Toni and Jim; her three older... READ MORE >
This talented piano player is set to graduate Madison High School this upcoming spring. Lexie Roemen will graduate as one of the top leaders of her class. Throughout her time in high school, Lexie has pursued many different activities that represent the hard worker and leader she is. Lexie has participated in four different sports including volleyball, golf, cross... READ MORE >
Spencer Carl Monroe was born on October 19, 2001, to Carleigh and John in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is known by his classmates as the kid who definitely isn’t shy. In fact, Spencer’s favorite thing about his job in the National Guard is that he gets to yell as loud as he wants. Spencer is also known for what he believes he’s best at, drumming for the high... READ MORE >
Seth Christiansen, a seventeen-year-old who lives in a family of four, was born on May 29, 2002. May 29 is also his mom’s birthday. If Seth had $5 million he would give it all to his family. Although Seth lives in town, during the summer, he works out at his grandparents’, Tonsager Farms, where he learns about farming and machinery. One thing Seth could not live... READ MORE >
“Hailing all the way from Madison, South Dakota, representing Team Discmania, Daniel Bounds!” This is something Daniel hopes to hear one day in his future. As for now, Daniel will keep boasting his first-place finish in the Junior’s Division at the 2019 South Dakota Disc Golf Championships, where he played against a 12-year-old and two first-timers. Daniel Lloyd... READ MORE >
On July 27, 2001, Samuel John Souter made his entrance into the world. He is the son of Scott and Chris and older brother to John and Adam. Sam works at F&M, where he enjoys getting to meet and talk with new people on a daily basis. Sam also works part-time as a fishing guide which is also something he really enjoys. When he is not working at F&M, you can find him... READ MORE >
Casi Eliason is the daughter of Curt and Connie Eliason. She has two older siblings: a brother, Cooper, and a sister, Cayden, and a twin sister, Cali. Casi and her family reside in Howard where they also own the 6 C’s ice cream shop. She can be found working many different jobs, ranging from being a lifeguard at the pool, helping her dad with lawn care, and working... READ MORE >
If you are ever walking down the street someday and hear the hoot of an owl, or the coo of a dove, you might want to double-check where that noise is coming from to make sure it isn’t Claire Boyko. That’s right, Claire takes pride in her excellent ability to make owl and dove calls. This ability was sparked by boredom as a child one day as she was sitting at home... READ MORE >
“The tribe has spoken” is one thing Briana Steuerwald hopes to never hear from Jeff Probst, host of the ABC reality show Survivor. Briana Kay Steuerwald truly believes in her ability to win the grand prize on the show Survivor. Born to Marsha and Matt Steuerwald on May 11, 2001, Briana shares her home with one brother, Chase and dog, Chewy. Briana has always had a... READ MORE >
Everyone, prepare yourselves for this modern “whodunit” murder mystery that will enrapture all who see it. Though it was released November 27th, Knives Out is only now coming to the Dakota Cinema for our viewing pleasure. Though a date has not been determined yet, there have been requests and confirmation that Knives Out will indeed be arriving at our local theater... READ MORE >
Eighteen-year-old Bailey Marie Beck was born on September 12, 2001, and lives with her Mom, Tara; Dad, Jeff; and three other siblings: Bob, Bradyn, and Ivan (who is incredibly 13 years younger than she is). Bailey lives in Howard, South Dakota and drives to Madison every day for school. Bailey works at the Howard Golf Course and does just about everything there -... READ MORE >
18-year-old Callie Lee Bursing is a senior at MHS who is currently the president of the National Honor Society. She lives in Madison with only her mother, Michelle and father, Tony as her brothers, Cody, Braxton, and Chandler, no longer live at home. Her favorite color is purple-ish, but the color is actually hard to explain as it’s “not exactly purple.” Her... READ MORE >
Thomas Edwin Seppala was gifted into this world on August 7, 2001. He is 18 years young and lives in Madison, South Dakota. Thomas has a large family, consisting of both of his parents and 6 siblings. Some people would refer to Thomas as an “adrenaline junkie.” He is very passionate about his second amendment and enjoys blowing things up *safely* with Tannerite. A... READ MORE >
The ambition and strive of Olivia Nugent are not for the faint of heart. At only 18 years old, Olivia is motivated to achieve her dreams. Her dedication to helping others has only grown exponentially in recent years in the realization that helping others is her calling. Olivia Lynette Nugent reigns as the eldest daughter of Jen and Tyler DeVaney. Her two younger... READ MORE >
Carson David Hunsley is your local, seventeen-year-old, red-headed tall kid. This is probably why he says he is good at grabbing things off of high shelves for people. It also explains why he likes to play basketball for the school. Carson credits his height to his love of chicken alfredo. Carson says, “I think eating it is what made me grow faster.” Overtime... READ MORE >
Janaya Joann Kaiser is an all-around beautiful 17-year-old with a lot of dreams. She lives in the country on the west side of Lake Herman. Janaya is the daughter of Lonny Kaiser and Ginger Kreul. She has two older sisters, Shaylee and Breanna. Janaya and her family love traveling. They travel to different places all across the country. In fact, they travel so much... READ MORE >
Small towns are not everyone's cup of tea, but for 17-year-old Amanda Bensen, a small town is a perfect fit. Before moving to Madison in 4th grade, Amanda previously lived in Watertown with her family. When asked who was all a part of her family, Amanda didn’t know where to begin, but that she lives with Paul, her step-father; Sarah, her mother; and Danica, her... READ MORE >
Nathan Lee Meyer, born May 10, 2002, is 17 years old and the oldest of three kids. He is a hunter, sports photographer and watcher. He is also a manager of the Madison Pizza Ranch. Nathan is accompanied at home by his dad Justin, who is the Madison Chief of Police, his mom Kerrie, his two younger siblings 13-year-old Jack and 14-year-old Claire, and his two dogs... READ MORE >
Peyton Bern blessed this world with her presence 18 years ago. She lives in Madison with her mother, Amanda; step-dad, Matt; brother, Sutton; half-brother, Evan; and her beloved dogs, Jacks and Winnie. Her family also consists of her father, Rob; step-mom, Jessica; half-sisters, Landry and Leona; and cat, Belle. Some of Peyton’s favorite memories growing up consist... READ MORE >
Nicholas Gregory Kessler has been on this earth for 17 years. He was named after two saints, Saint Gregory and Saint Nicholas. He has a close family that consists of 5 family members: his mother, Christy; stepdad, Steve; old sister, Lyndsey; and younger brother, Tim. One thing Nick wishes he could do is spend more time with his grandparents because he hasn't spent... READ MORE >
Gavin Michael Ronk was born on March 29, 2002. Although he is one of the youngest in the class of 2020, he has a shoe size of 13 and an immense height of 6’1. Because of his amazing build, he played defensive tackle and is a proud member of the MHS football team. Gavin, along with the rest of his team, competed in state football twice in his four years of high... READ MORE >
Keaton Nighbert’s senior year can be described as spaghetti because it’s very saucy and enjoyable but is made up of simple ingredients. He was born on December 30, 2001, to Rick and Carli Nighbert. Growing up, he had always enjoyed eating his mom’s homemade lasagna, which is his favorite. Keaton also grew up on The Office, one of his all time favorite tv shows, and... READ MORE >
Lance Edward Lee is a 17-year-old from Madison, SD. Lance’s favorite color is blue and when it comes to food, Lance has a taste for Mexican. His favorite television show is Forged in Fire and would enjoy being an actual contestant on the show because he enjoys forging and even has a forge to make metal tools. His favorite movie is Dunkirk because he also enjoys... READ MORE >
The MHS One Act Play The Odyssey won first place at the Region One Act Competition on Wednesday, January, 29th. They also won Outstanding Performer Awards for the following actors: Emma Kruger, Daniel Bounds, Oliver Jankord, Isaac Meyer, Kaden Krusemark, Ailin Montgomery, Hannah LeMair, Peyton Bern, Carlie Terrall, Maddie Pauli, Kelsey O'Connell, Hannah Meyer, Addy... READ MORE >
A mammal-affecting virus known as the coronavirus has recently shown itself in Asian countries and has even travelled as far as the Americas. It has infected few individuals with the sickness, and in various cases death, here in America. Canada now holds a carrier of the sickness who flew in from Wuhan, Hubei, China, which is the center of the breakout. Due to... READ MORE >
If given five million dollars, Tessia Ann Keller would not spend it on herself but would give it to building orphanages in Africa. Tessia, born April 18th, is now seventeen years old. She was born in Wyoming, but has moved to many different locations since. In fifth grade, she ended up in Madison and has been here ever since. Tessia now lives in Madison with her... READ MORE >
Auditions for this year's spring play "The Groom Has Cold Feet" will be held on Feb. 27th & 28th from 3:30-5:30 in the high school auditorium. Students who plan to audition must have a signed commitment contract. READ MORE >
The goddess of percussion, Madison Nichole Pauli, is an intelligent, hard-working, and determined individual. Since the fourth grade, Madison has been known for her talent and passion for being a percussionist. As a senior, her legacy lives on as she is known for the countless times she has earned a spot in the Augustana Honor Band and other groups such as SD... READ MORE >
Known for his luscious locks, Benjamin Charles Lester is just one of the many outstanding seniors at Madison High School. He even claims that the one thing he is really great at is growing hair. Although you have a good chance of finding Ben at any MHS event supporting other athletes, his favorite sport to play is baseball. Those who are always in the crowd to... READ MORE >
Avery Mechels is 18 years old and lives with her family close to the school. Among her family members are her parents, Jamie and Steve, and her three brothers, Thomas, Cameron, and Theo. Avery has a good relationship with her brothers and says that her favorite books are any she can read to her brothers, like Dr. Seuss. Her favorite show to watch is Friends, and,... READ MORE >
With Ford vs. Ferrari fresh in the theaters, everyone wants to know how much of the story was real and what has been revved up for added drama. There is truth in the rivalry between Ford and Ferrari. As the movie shows, Ford attempted to buy Ferrari and use the new Ford-Ferrari brand to launch a line of state of the art race cars. The sales team thought that... READ MORE >
Want to go to the movies? Hollywood is happy to oblige. Each year, the American movie-making industry churns out between 700 and 1,000 films. These films generate more than $11.8 billion dollars in annual box office revenue and attract millions of people. But what are these movies about? What, precisely, is the content that creates such huge box office sales,... READ MORE >
Buckle up students of MHS; Ford v. Ferrari has just come to town and I’m sure you’ll all race to see it. Ha. Maybe, maybe not. This was the story of an epic race that takes place in 1966 in the heat of competitive racing between the rival motor companies of Ford and Ferrari. In the movie, we learn about the rivalry between the companies when it comes to the... READ MORE >
Franklin James Madison Bulfer is a quiet young man whose life has spanned 18 years thus far. Frank was born in the cold month of December with the chilling winds blowing outside the hospital walls. Although Frank is an exceptionally bright child, he hates reading books because he “lacks the patience” to read. He does, however, enjoy movies and TV shows, his... READ MORE >
It’s 2020! Here’s a recap of important events that happened in the last decade. 2010 January 7.0 earthquake hit Haiti and killed over 200,000 April The first iPad came outA British Petroleum deepwater oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico. It’s the largest oil spill in US history and killed 11 workers. September Lady Gaga wore the meat... READ MORE >
Mitchell Steven Williams is good at everything and bad at nothing. Mitch strives to be a perfectionist, and when asked, he would tell you he is very successful. Whether it is in Mr. Bierschbach’s room solving complex calculus equations, or banging 50-foot putts on the disc golf course, although this interviewer has never seen it, he truly does it all. Mitch is the... READ MORE >
If Kendra Rae Leighton could describe herself as one victual, it would be coffee. She is energetic, a comforter and a soothing voice for someone in a low spot, and has different moods similar to the different flavors of coffee. Although the people closest to her would likely agree with her coffee comparison, it does conflict with her favorite food, which is pasta... READ MORE >
Apple crisp is a delicious dish. It is not an easy dessert to make, but the time spent making it is well worth it. When asked of a food that described his life, Adam Swope chose apple crisp. It can be challenging to work with, but at the end of the day it is pretty darn good. Adam Swope has two middle names: Jay and Edward. His second, Edward, comes from his... READ MORE >
Isaac Reynold Meyer is the fourth oldest child to his mother Casualene and his father Kenneth Meyer. He is 17 years old with an August 30, 2002 birthday, making him the youngest senior at Madison High School. Isaac, on occasion, will help his father at the family’s beeswax processing plant. Isaac's favorite food is pizza, but not pineapple pizza because he says,... READ MORE >
Tyler Joe Tappe was brought into this world on June 25, 2001. His family consists of his father and mother, John and Sandra Tappe, and his younger sister, Jessie. He also has a dog named Shooter and a cat named Biscuit.In his younger days, Tyler attended the St. Thomas Elementary School and stated that some of his favorite childhood memories come from going to... READ MORE >
Parker Lee is an 18-year- old boy from a few different places. Parker was born in Seoul, South Korea and then moved to Volga, South Dakota when he was a few months old. After that, he moved to Kindred, North Dakota when he was 11. He now lives in Madison, South Dakota. Parker's family consists of his mom, dad, sister, and brother. Parker recommends action movies... READ MORE >
Tandra DeSoto, a nineteen-year-old, was born on October 4th, 2000. She is living with her mother named Cynthia DeSoto, her two sisters, and her cousin in the town of Madison, South Dakota. One of the many things that makes this family interesting and special is that they don’t always live together. Half of her family might be living in another area, while the other... READ MORE >
Are you in the mood for a nice, hot pizza from Pizza Ranch-specifically a Tuscan Roma on thin crust? If so, make sure Mady is working. She’ll make you the best one you’ve had. It is her favorite pizza to make when working at the local Pizza Ranch. Madison Mae Townsend was born in the booming town of Canton, South Dakota. Accompanied by her dad, Ryan; her mom, Amy;... READ MORE >
18-year-old Marissa Jolaine Kearin states that if our school did senior quotes hers would be, "I’m here for a good time, not a long time.” After hearing her say that, I know she isn’t going to stay in this little town for very long. In ten years, she hopes to be living in a bigger city so she can make more money and fulfill her dream of being a pediatric dental... READ MORE >
If anyone were to go downtown in Madison, they may notice a small family run store called “Kydenjae Designs,” and if they were to go inside they would see a charming, young man helping press designs into shirts. This student is Nathan Emmanuel Mapp, age 18 since New Year’s Eve’s Eve, and he is quite the helper with his family’s business. Though he helps press... READ MORE >
Tyler Streeter is part of a family that consists of his two sisters, two brothers, his mother Ann and his father named Justin. They play a big role in his life. Tyler is eighteen years old and lives in Madison, South Dakota. He plans to have a military career, where he will be able to meet new people and travel often. Currently, Tyler works at Nicky’s. He loves the... READ MORE >
Jazz and Jesus, baby! 18-year-old Sean Charles Rollins, son of mama ‘manda Rollins and famously bald Nate Rollins, is known around the school as an avid jazz and Jesus fan. He is most popular for bringing his beloved saxophone to middle school socials and playing “Careless Whisper” whilst standing on the tables. When he is not causing chaos in the classroom or... READ MORE >
“My life would be described as a pepperoni pizza,” says 18-year-old Morgan Renee Anderson, daughter of John and Lisa Anderson, and younger sister of Tayler Anderson. Morgan says her life is basic, but good (like a pepperoni pizza). Her schedule consists of school, sports, and in the summer, her job as a lifeguard. She plays volleyball in the fall, basketball in the... READ MORE >
Sawyer Danger Miller, has been on this very Earth since August 21, 2001, a total of 18 years. Now “Danger” isn’t his actual middle name, but he does like to say it is, for his middle name is only the letter D. He lives out by Lake Madison with his mom, Stephanie; dad, Shawn; and older sister, Savannah. He also has two dogs - a golden lab named Paisley and a... READ MORE >
Leah Faythe Tooker is career-minded 18 year old who wants to own her own restaurant in the future. Leah is surrounded by a supportive family consisting of her step-father Chris Palmlund, her mother Renae Palmlund, and her twin brothers Jeffrey and Jesse Gulbranson. In her free time, you can find Leah displaying her musical talents while playing her guitar, and her... READ MORE >
Joseph Mathias Brandenburger, your local butcher, musician, and powerlifter, is a man of many talents, skills, and traits. Born on July 17, 2002, Joseph, more commonly known as “Joey”, was raised by his parents, Tom and Janice Brandenburger. Joey has a younger sister, Ava; two older sisters in college, Emma and Isabel; a brother-in-law, Michael; and nephew named... READ MORE >
Please enjoy the link to a sneak peek of the Madison High School's 2020 One-Act performance of The Odyssey:Saturday, January 25th @ 7pm -MHS auditoriumhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1gmSBRNicBs0vLfooWF-a5aE4hRwLHEFf/view READ MORE >
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Logan Alan Olesen, son of Heather and Larry Olesen as of April 30, 2002, is a 17- year-old senior at Madison High School. Logan can oftentimes be found indulging in a good book, such as A Monster Calls, one of his personal favorites. Along with his book, he may also be found indulging in just about any food with hot sauce on it. Perhaps Logan’s love for hot sauce... READ MORE >
Enjoy the link to Literature of Film's final film creation entitled: Stranger Teachershttps://youtu.be/bNtv1bDmPWQ READ MORE >
Mason Avery was born on September 26th, 2001, into a family that consists of his mother and father, Rich and Liz Avery, and his two brothers, Lance and Lucas. His father is a mathematics professor at DSU, which probably contributes to the easy decision of his favorite subject, math. His mother works as a human resource manager at East River. He is a proud uncle to... READ MORE >
In elementary school, Ailin was known as the one with god-given artistic abilities - everyone would go to her with their drawing dilemmas. Now, some ten years later, Ailin Montgomery, the daughter of Shawn and Alan Montgomery, is somewhat of a legend. Her bubbly personality, passion for fashion, and aura of intellect affects everyone she meets. A self-proclaimed... READ MORE >
Ammon John Arnell Hawkes is an outstanding 17.33 years old and proudly drives to school every day despite living 2.5 blocks from the school. Ammon is accompanied in his family by his mother Joy, his father Mark, his older sisters Kiana and Emily, his older brother Caleb, and his younger brother, Aaron. Ammon is close and competitive with his family. They compete... READ MORE >
Eighteen year-old Grace Ann Nelson has been a strong leader for Madison High School’s class of 2020 for years, and as the current student body president, it shows! Grace herself was the one who started Madison’s chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and enjoys leadership positions in student organizations such as Student Council and our very own Maroon.... READ MORE >
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Not Caroline Cecilia Graham, daughter of Robb and Christine Graham. She lives in her home on the shores of lake Madison, where she can be found playing any one of the ten instruments at which she is proficient, or studying up on the works of Kate DiCamillo. But who is this Caroline “CC” Graham? It’s common knowledge among... READ MORE >
Amy Beth Hopf is a 17-year-old senior at Madison High School. She lives on a quaint acreage of land just North of Madison. Amy has two older sisters, Ashley and Haley. Penny is the name of Amy’s mother. She also has two adorable nieces, Harlee and Sierra, and an equally adorable nephew named Lane. Amy shares her acreage of land with many pets including her two... READ MORE >
Mya Gross Maxwell, graced this Earth 17 (and a half) years ago on March First, 2002. A worldly woman with great ambitions, she is sure to go far. At this time she resides at home with her mother, Jennifer, and her father, Jason, and three sisters, Delilah, Sienna, and Bella. Mya is a highly involved student in and out of MHS. A natural delegator and spirited... READ MORE >
Airplanes are one of the most convenient modes of transportation. Not to mention one of the safest. There's nothing better than when the plane lands and you get to explore a new airport, which is also relatively safe. With Denver being an International Airport, you would expect nothing but the best with them. However, there may or may not be high ranking Illuminati... READ MORE >
Alexandra “Alex” Scott was just 4 years old when she opened her first lemonade stand. What you may not know is that she was previously diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer. She started a lemonade stand to raise money for childhood cancer research. The annual lemonade stand raised $1,000,000 by the time of her death in 2004. Her courage and... READ MORE >
School work, a part time job, extracurriculars, friends; high school is a mess. The main reason teens are so stressed is because they have too much going on and not enough time to do anything. A 2018 study from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that 34% of high school students work part time jobs for up to 20 hours a week, though some states limit them... READ MORE >
Why so serious MHS? Consider taking a break from your busy schedule to catch a showing of this incredible new adaptation of the story of the Joker. Joker, starring Joaquin Phoenix, was brilliant, violent, and held an unreal amount of dark tragedy. Joker is the origin story of the infamous supervillain character and main antagonist of the Batman series. Arthur... READ MORE >
The MHS Theater Department will host a week-long theater camp for elementary school students in grades 2-5. The production is called "A Tree Called Aesop" and will explore some of Aesop's most famous fables. The camp will provide opportunities for students to explore the world of drama and storytelling through games, improv, and movement. Our program focuses on the... READ MORE >
The Madison Cross Country season closed the year with Regions held in Garretson, on October 17, 2019. This was the final meet for all of those on JV and Varsity who did not qualify for the state meet, which will be held October 26th, in Huron. Two runners, 8th grader Ellie Keller and freshmen Deion Cross will be advancing to the state meet. The 2019 XC runners grew... READ MORE >
The Madison High School Girls Tennis Team recently competed in the first State A Tennis meet in South Dakota history. In the past, there had been one state meet in which teams of all classes, all the way from B up to AA, had to compete against each other. This created a pattern at state meets past and discouraged many smaller schools from starting tennis programs.... READ MORE >
The world is a dark place. Well, depending on how you look at it. In my humble opinion, I believe the world grew just a tad lighter on the occasion of the publication of the first Carson Corner article in this esteemed newspaper. Carson Corner was a revolutionary news source - current news, delivered to you through the candid and wonderfully unabashed commentary... READ MORE >
The sun has finally set on the 2019 marching season for the Spirit of Madison, and with it, my career with this beloved band. As I survey the sum of my years, I feel it is of the utmost importance that I give non-band individuals a slice of the marching experience. Do you know what 440 hertz sounds like? Do you know the fear that flashes in the eyes of every... READ MORE >
Deep within the frigid waters, located far into the Scottish highlands of the revered Scottish lake, lies an enormous monster. Loch Ness holds an ancient secret that has been lying in wait for thousand of years. Or, is there even a secret to tell? The first account of the Loch Ness Monster dates back to 500 A.D., way back in the beginning of the middle ages. For a... READ MORE >
The band just got done with their last competition in Vermillion, South Dakota. “I wish the season wasn’t over, but everything has a beginning and an end.” Tyler Wardner, a tuba in the marching band, reminisced. The band has been working hard and attending competitions since September. Their first competition of the season was in Marshall, MN. At their last... READ MORE >
Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership or HOBY for short is a leadership camp held at DSU in June. Kids, now called Ambassadors, from all around the state come to DSU to learn about leadership while doing a few other activities. The HOBY Ambassadors even get to do a service project on the third day to show how much they have learned. HOBY spans four days of life changing... READ MORE >
Good afternoon MHS!! The SDSU Theater Department has invited you….YES YOU!... to see their performance of the Broadway musical “Jekyll & Hyde” based on the novel by Robert Louis Stevenson. This workshop/performance is for anyone! You do not have to be involved in theater to come and enjoy this special day and amazing free performance! The... READ MORE >
Dear Student Body and Adults, Behind every president is a cabinet that supports them. This year, that cabinet helped me push my agenda: to do more. I do have to say that although I am the president, it did not feel like I was the outright leader. I was lucky to have people excited to tackle more activities throughout the year. Of course some ideas fell through,... READ MORE >
Hello Madison High School staff and student body, my name is Gracie Terrall and I am this years Maroon Editor. This year, our writing staff consisted of multiple Juniors and Seniors. However, next year with the absence of Bear Shipley, September Johnson, Taylor Arneson, Jacob Boyko and myself, the members will be lacking. The Maroon Newspaper is a wonderful... READ MORE >
Avengers fans, it is time to assemble for this incredible event. Avengers: Endgame has just hit theaters and we finally are able to piece together the final chapter of this epic array. Now, I will try to be as descriptive and clear as possible without spoiling the plot of this movie for some of you eleventh-hour movie goers. But honestly, if you haven’t seen the... READ MORE >
In today’s charged political climate, it’s difficult to listen to the news. Bias and political parties make things into a muddled mess, and nearly every story is morbid and depressing. This article, however, is something different, something brand new - a news outlet that errs on the lighter side of life. This is Carson Corner, where current news for the spring is... READ MORE >
Come one, come all! On Friday, the tenth of May, the Spirit of Madison band will be holding its now annual carnival! Held from 5pm to 8pm on the school grounds, the carnival guarantees to be a fun filled occasion for the whole family. Children young and old can enjoy a multitude of traditional carnival staples: bouncy houses, games (and prizes!), food, and more!... READ MORE >
Starting with the 2019-2020 School Year, the Madison Central School District will be requiring ANNUAL/YEARLY physicals for 7th – 12th graders (current 6th – 11th graders) who participate in sports and/or marching band. Annual physicals can rule out injury or underlying health conditions that may have developed since the student previous exam. These annual exams... READ MORE >
Yes, it’s that time of year again! This year’s spring play is entitled Failure: A Love Story, by Philip Dawkins. It is a story about a man who falls in love with three sisters… “and marries none.” This story leaves you reflecting on your life, all the while making you laugh. It may even make you shed a tear or two. From “somber John N. Fail,” played by... READ MORE >
On the morning of #MarathonMonday, April 15, thousands of runners, hand cyclists, and push rim wheelchair racers took off on the oldest and most challenging 26.3 mile course in the world. The annual Boston Marathon takes place on Patriot’s Day, every third monday of April, in the greater Boston area in Massachusetts. The Boston Marathon dates back to 1897, it’s... READ MORE >
Hello MHS! I am happy to announce that the beginning of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter has been made official! Madison High school will now have a state recognized FCA chapter. Mr. Bundy and I have been working to organize the logistics of this organization and are pleased to bring it to you, the student body. “What is FCA?” many people have... READ MORE >
Getting hypnotized is a different experience for everyone. Some people remember the whole experience, others have no clue what they were made to do, and there are a few that just cannot get hypnotized. I was hypnotized at the 2019 after prom, and since, I have been hounded by many people with questions about my experience. So, I am here to answer any questions... READ MORE >
Did you know that there is more micro-plastic in the ocean than there are stars in the Milky Way? Did you know that at least 8 million tons of plastic enter our oceans each year? That is similar to emptying a garbage truck of plastic into an ocean every minute. You have probably heard about the endless amount of plastic building up in our oceans and landfills, but... READ MORE >
Childhood obesity can affect young adults and kids at early stages of life. Many fast food restaurants target kids to get them lured in to buying the food they see on commercials and ads. Developing good eating habits and making the right decisions when it comes to food are important skills for young people. Obesity occurs when you eat more food than the body can... READ MORE >
Have you ever thought about donating blood? If you have thought about it, there are a few things you should know about the process and how to prepare for your donation. First off, before the actual day of your donation, there are a few things to keep in mind. If you are under the age of 17, you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a consent form. If you... READ MORE >
For this edition of The Maroon, I’ve decided to use the knowledge and experience I’ve gathered throughout high school to advise others as they complete their educational journey. Note that while I may seem to know what I am talking about, taking any advice posted on this page with more than a grain of salt can lead to serious, life-altering consequences that you... READ MORE >
Higher. Further. Faster. That’s how it’s done for Marvel’s newest superhero, Captain Marvel. This film was a great way to lay out a background for the past 10 years of Marvel’s movies. We get to see our new leading lady, Brie Larson, soar to new heights and break barriers with her performance in Captain Marvel. The story opens in 1995 with Carol Danvers on the... READ MORE >
This year, Madison had two teams competing in the 2019 South Dakota State A Debate Meet. Both teams competed in Public Forum for class A. The meet was held on a particularly cold and snowy Friday night from 6:15 to 9 pm in the O'Gorman High School. Team one consisted of Lucas Mayberry and Sage Weaver. The team lost all three rounds, but showed great zest and... READ MORE >
Although, as some non-midwesterners are inclined to believe, we residents of South Dakota do not live in igloos or ride bison through shoulder-high banks of snow, the winter of 2019 has certainly put Great Plains citizens’ hardy survival skills to the test. When reflecting upon the latest weather developments of this winter season, a prominent theme seems to be... READ MORE >
Your Menus Have Gone Online! The Madison Central School District along with Thrive Nutrition Services are excited to announce our partnership with MealViewer. MealViewer is an online menu viewing system that allows users to look up their school district's monthly menus and much more! MealViewer works best with Google Chrome, but will work in all other browsers.... READ MORE >
Social Media Information To begin we would like to extend a thank you to all of those who have downloaded our new app. In the first two weeks, we already have almost 700 downloads. Thank you so much for supporting the school district, this community is amazing! Along with the new website and app, we thought it was the perfect time to share not only our new... READ MORE >
The Madison One Act play brought home a Superior award and 10 individual Outstanding Performer Awards for their one act play "The Marvelous Playbill". The actors winning individual awards were: Daniel Bounds, Carlie Terrall, Madison Pauli, Taylor Arneson, September Johnson, Emma Kruger, Caroline Graham, Hannah LeMair, Isaac Meyer, and Ailin Montgomery. READ MORE >
Grace Nelson filled multiple positions for the volleyball team last season as a Junior. Grace tallied 550 assists, 125 kills and 33 blocks. She looks to be a top athlete in the DakXII Conference next Fall as a Senior. Congrats Grace! READ MORE >
We Are Mobile! The Madison Central School District is proud to announce the release of our brand-new App. Available on the iOS App Store and Google Play Store. We have revamped our website and thought it was the perfect time to unveil the Madison Central School District App as well. The app we will be used to not only showcase our amazing students and staff, but... READ MORE >
Sophie Vandenbosch earned All Dak XII Conference and Class 'A' Honorable Mention All-State selections as a Sophomore and will now be attending the Future 50 Elite Camp. Sophie tallied 276 kills and 341 digs in her Sophomore season.Congrats Sophie! READ MORE >
'It takes a village': Troubled teen finds new life in South Dakota MADISON HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR DOYLE BROWN MOVED WITH HIS SISTER TO SOUTH DAKOTA FROM LOUISIANA IN 2015. WITH COMMUNITY SUPPORT, HIS FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT. Brian Haenchen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader Published 10:26 a.m. CT Jan. 17, 2019 | Updated 3:00 p.m. CT Jan. 17, 2019 MADISON — Iesha... READ MORE >