Join us for the One Act Play at 5pm today in the old gym! If you cannot be here in person, the play will be live-streamed on Facebook Live!
Good afternoon, Battlers! Please note that we are in the process of combining the Battler Athletics Calendar with the Gettysburg School Calendar. You will now find all school events together under the Events tabs on the app and at the bottom of the website.
🏀🔥 BATTLER OF THE WEEK 🔥🏀
GBB proudly recognizes Freshman Guard Layla Cronin as this week’s Battler of the Week!
Layla stepped up in a big way against Aberdeen Christian, playing with confidence and finding her rhythm when it mattered most. She knocked down timely, momentum-changing shots to help break the game open and build a strong lead for the Battlers.
On top of her scoring, Layla brought relentless defensive pressure, stayed locked in on both ends of the floor, and continues to prove she’s a coachable, hard-working teammate who does the little things right.
📊 Stat Line:
• 20 points
• 3 three-pointers
• 6 free throws
Way to rise to the moment, Layla! Keep putting in the work — Battler Nation is proud! ❤️🖤
#BattlerOfTheWeek #GBB #FreshmanStandout #HardWorkPays #BattlerPride
Don't miss the One Act Play! Tuesday, January 20th, 5pm!
The GHS National Honor Society is sponsoring a Charity Drive for
St. Francis House in Sioux Falls. This organization helps so many people! Please see the poster for items to donate and places to drop off your items! Deadline for donating: Tuesday, January 27th. Thank you!
https://www.stfrancishouse.com/
St. Francis House in Sioux Falls. This organization helps so many people! Please see the poster for items to donate and places to drop off your items! Deadline for donating: Tuesday, January 27th. Thank you!
https://www.stfrancishouse.com/
Good morning, Battlers! Nominate a teacher who's made an impact TODAY! Teacher of the Year nominations may be completed at this link: https://forms.gle/MFZAFop34pLt6tr76
8th students shared their "Fractured Fairy Tale" stories with Kindergarten students this morning. It was a great way to start the day!
🏀 Battler of the Week 🏀
Senior Jerrand Chase
Jerrand had a strong shooting performance in last week’s game and continues to be a steady, reliable leader on the floor. His leadership shows up just as much in the weight room as it does on game night. A great example of consistency, work ethic, and team-first mentality.
👏 Keep leading, Jerrand!
There is a committee doing research to gauge the interest in discussing a 4-day school week for our district. They are looking for feedback from teachers, staff, and parents. Please fill out the survey below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1caVL04MqiDosmeGOBId5dqBvcsAHJFIxg9p30whmPFaXKQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113588920640750783299
Join us for the January Board of Education Meeting Tuesday, January 13th, at 6:30 PM in the chorus room. Please click to view the agenda: https://aptg.co/4nZhBG
Good luck to Jaelyn Stanley, as she represents Gettysburg in the South Dakota Snow Queen Festival this weekend!
Good morning, Battlers! Winter sports photos for grades 6-12 athletes are TODAY from 11:30-2:30. Please see the app or website for the schedule.
Athletes, please be sure to bring all of your equipment and uniforms with you to school this morning. There will not be time to run home or have forgotten items delivered during your scheduled picture time. Thanks!
🏀🔥 BATTLER OF THE WEEK 🔥🏀
Finlee Heien | Sophomore Guard
Finlee has been one of our most consistent players this season, bringing relentless defensive pressure and confident leadership on the offensive end. She’s making smart decisions with the ball, attacking the rim aggressively, and stepping up as both a playmaker and shooter.
Her commitment to improving her game shows every day—and it paid off in our last matchup vs. Howard with 15 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals.
Proud of the work you’re putting in, Finlee. Keep it rolling! ❤️🖤#BattlerOfTheWeek #BattlerPride #GBB
The 3rd grade class, under Mrs. Wuttke's instruction, arrived back from break yesterday with a case to crack!
Mrs. Mikkelsen was missing!!
Together they use their skills of inferencing and drawing conclusions from the crime scene evidence and suspect interviews to solve the crime.
Once again.... Mrs. Ahlemeier was found guilty! Maybe next year she'll get away with it! 😉
Great work 3rd graders 👏🏼
Good morning, Battlers! Winter sports photos for grades 6-12 athletes are scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, January 8th. Athletes, please be sure to bring all of your equipment and uniforms with you to school, as we need to stick to the schedule attached. There will not be time to run home or have forgotten items delivered during your scheduled picture time. Thanks!
JUNIORS-SENIORS & PARENTS
2026 Build Dakota Q&A VIRTUAL EVENT- NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!! Be sure to check out the video (available through the link below) on how to register and prepare for the event. If you would like help preparing for the Build Dakota Scholarship Fair, contact Morgan Heuer at Morgan.Heuer@state.sd.us or (605) 789-2275. This event may apply more to seniors but there are certain majors at Technical Colleges that fill up fast so juniors and parents of juniors are welcome to attend to see what it's all about. A Build Dakota Scholarship can be worth a full ride to attend Technical College. A reminder to be eligible for this scholarship, students must be majoring in a high need area at a South Dakota Technical College and agree to work at a business in South Dakota for three years after graduation from Technical College.
https://app.premiervirtual.com/events/956d9af6-cd91-4cf3-951e-2eda72c2694/2026-build-dakota-q-a/attendee
Apply for the Build Dakota Scholarship | Build Dakota Scholarship
Good luck to Quinn Larson as she represents Gettysburg in the South Dakota Snow Queen Festival this weekend!
The varsity boys game vs Elk Point Jefferson tomorrow, Wednesday, December 31st, at the Corn Palace in Mitchell has been moved up to a 3:00pm start time.
Thanks
🏀 BATTLER OF THE WEEK 🏀
Jack Simon
This week’s honor goes to Jack Simon! Jack has been our leading scorer, a force on the boards, and a steady leader for our team. His consistency, effort, and leadership have been on full display all week long.
Hard work doesn’t go unnoticed — great job, Jack! 👏
#BattlerPride #BattlerStrong #EarnedNotGiven
