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 >