📣 Date change! Due to Friday’s forecasted rain, the PHMS Marching Band’s morning performance has been moved to Thursday, September 17.
🥁 Thursday, September 17 at 8:30 a.m.—“That’s the Way I Like It” in front of Patrick Henry
🏈 Friday, September 18 at 4:45 p.m.—LHS Homecoming pre-game performance at Howard Wood Field
The Friday evening plan is still on! If anything changes, parents will be notified.
With 234 members, our band has set a new school and state record for middle school marching bands! Come cheer them on! 💙💛🐾
🥁 Thursday, September 17 at 8:30 a.m.—“That’s the Way I Like It” in front of Patrick Henry
🏈 Friday, September 18 at 4:45 p.m.—LHS Homecoming pre-game performance at Howard Wood Field
The Friday evening plan is still on! If anything changes, parents will be notified.
With 234 members, our band has set a new school and state record for middle school marching bands! Come cheer them on! 💙💛🐾

Arrr you ready for a fun night out? 🏴☠️⛳️ Join us for the PHMS PTO’s first fundraiser at Pirates Plunder Black Light Mini Golf!
Pick your night—September 22, 23, or 24—from 4:00–9:00 p.m. Show a valid Patrick Henry student or staff ID, and the whole family can golf for just $9 per person. Better yet, $2 from every golfer will be donated to the PHMS PTO!
📍 1503 E. 10th St., Sioux Falls
Grab your crew and putt for a good cause! 💙💛🐾
Pick your night—September 22, 23, or 24—from 4:00–9:00 p.m. Show a valid Patrick Henry student or staff ID, and the whole family can golf for just $9 per person. Better yet, $2 from every golfer will be donated to the PHMS PTO!
📍 1503 E. 10th St., Sioux Falls
Grab your crew and putt for a good cause! 💙💛🐾

Our Panthers had an incredible morning at the 2026 Nike Preview Race this past Saturday! 🐾 Out of 25 middle schools, our boys placed 3rd and our girls placed 7th!
A special congratulations to one of our 8th-grade runners, who finished 1st out of 283 boys in the middle school 3K! He is the first individual Nike Preview champion in Patrick Henry history! 🏆💙💛
A special congratulations to one of our 8th-grade runners, who finished 1st out of 283 boys in the middle school 3K! He is the first individual Nike Preview champion in Patrick Henry history! 🏆💙💛








Happy National IT Professionals Day to our amazing IT professional, Doug! 💻 We appreciate his patience, knowledge, and willingness to help whenever technology doesn’t go quite as planned. Thank you, Doug, for keeping Patrick Henry connected and running smoothly! 💙💛🐾

It’s our first 5-day week of school—and it’s a busy one! 🐾 Join in the Homecoming dress-up days, cheer on our Panthers at cross country, football and volleyball events, and catch the marching band performance Friday morning! Student Council applications are also due Friday. 💙💛

Next week is LHS Homecoming Week! Patrick Henry students are invited to join the fun and participate in Lincoln High School’s Homecoming dress-up days!
🏀 Monday: Athlete vs. Mathlete
😎 Tuesday: Adam Sandler Day
🏈 Wednesday: College Game Day
🌈 Thursday: Neon Day
💙💛 Friday: Spirit Day—wear Patrick Henry gear or represent your favorite high school!
Please note that Patrick Henry’s Wednesday theme has been modified to College Game Day. We can’t wait to see your school spirit, Panthers! 💙💛🐾
🏀 Monday: Athlete vs. Mathlete
😎 Tuesday: Adam Sandler Day
🏈 Wednesday: College Game Day
🌈 Thursday: Neon Day
💙💛 Friday: Spirit Day—wear Patrick Henry gear or represent your favorite high school!
Please note that Patrick Henry’s Wednesday theme has been modified to College Game Day. We can’t wait to see your school spirit, Panthers! 💙💛🐾

Patrick Henry Middle School is excited to partner once again with South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks to offer HuntSAFE in the Schools!
This hands-on program allows students to complete their HuntSAFE certification while learning firearm safety, ethical hunting practices, and wildlife conservation.
📍 Classes at Patrick Henry: September 28–October 1
⏰ 4:00–5:30 p.m.
🎯 Hands-on experience at the Izaak Walton League: October 5–8
To register, download and complete the form linked below, then email it to raghav.sriramyogeeswari@state.edu or drop it off at Patrick Henry. Students will need their own email address to complete the certification requirements. Link to form: https://tinyurl.com/mnby2zfw
This hands-on program allows students to complete their HuntSAFE certification while learning firearm safety, ethical hunting practices, and wildlife conservation.
📍 Classes at Patrick Henry: September 28–October 1
⏰ 4:00–5:30 p.m.
🎯 Hands-on experience at the Izaak Walton League: October 5–8
To register, download and complete the form linked below, then email it to raghav.sriramyogeeswari@state.edu or drop it off at Patrick Henry. Students will need their own email address to complete the certification requirements. Link to form: https://tinyurl.com/mnby2zfw

The school year is just getting started, but yearbook planning is already underway! 📸 Order early to lock in the $25 presale price and save $10! 💙💛🐾
Order at yearbookforever.com
Order at yearbookforever.com

It’s a busy week at Patrick Henry! 🐾 Students will complete MAP assessments on Tuesday and Wednesday, and Picture Make-Up Day is Friday. Be sure to check out this week’s athletic events and cheer on our Panthers! 💙💛

👏 Shout-out to our 8th-grade WEB Leaders for helping our 6th graders feel confident as they transition to middle school! From helping with lockers and finding classrooms to providing a friendly, familiar face in the hallway, they are already making a positive impact at Patrick Henry.

Show your Panther pride with new Patrick Henry spirit wear! 💙💛 Shop shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and more for students, families, and staff.
🛍️ Shop here: https://ph-fall-2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
⏰ Orders must be placed by September 8 at 11:59 pm
🛍️ Shop here: https://ph-fall-2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
⏰ Orders must be placed by September 8 at 11:59 pm

Here’s what’s happening this week at Patrick Henry! 🐾 Have a great week, Panthers! 💙💛

New year. New crew. Same PH pride. We kicked off another year at Patrick Henry in style! Here’s to a year full of learning, laughter, and making a difference. We’re off to a great start! 🕶️✨ Click this link ➡️ https://youtube.com/shorts/6JGNHIXiGCU?si=qt9UcY5HDOnbu1wz
Tomorrow is Day 1! Bring your Panther Pride and get ready for a fantastic school year! 🐾

BBQ, tacos, and more—come hungry, Panthers! 🐾 Panther Preview on Monday, August 24 will have some delicious food options available for purchase throughout the day. Stop by one of the food trucks while you’re at Patrick Henry and grab a bite to eat! Check out the flyer for food truck times and menus!

📸 Smile, Panthers! School pictures will be taken during Panther Preview Day on Monday, August 24. Preorder your pictures online using this link: http://scherling.preorderphotos.com/?AccessCode=X37WF9

Don’t forget—Panther Preview Day is Monday, August 24, 2026! 🐾 We hope to see you there! For more details, take a look at the Patrick Henry August Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/p890c-the-panther

That's a wrap on Running Start! 🩵💛🐾
After 6 Sessions of Running Start at Patrick Henry, our newest Panthers are feeling more confident and ready for 6th grade. They've practiced opening lockers, learned their way around the building, and started developing friendships that will carry into the school year. We are proud of these students and can't wait to welcome them back soon - PHMS is ready for you! #PantherPride
After 6 Sessions of Running Start at Patrick Henry, our newest Panthers are feeling more confident and ready for 6th grade. They've practiced opening lockers, learned their way around the building, and started developing friendships that will carry into the school year. We are proud of these students and can't wait to welcome them back soon - PHMS is ready for you! #PantherPride






Our Running Start Program for incoming 6th graders is filling up fast! Sessions 1, 2, and 5 are already full, but there are still spots available in Sessions 3, 4 and 6. If you know of an incoming Patrick Henry 6th Grader, please share!
Patrick Henry Middle School is offering a fun, supportive 4-day experience designed just for incoming 6th graders. Students will:
✨ Learn how middle school works (teams, schedules & expectations)
✨ Get comfortable navigating the building
✨ Practice lockers & lunchtime routines
✨ Meet staff and make new friends
✨ Build confidence before the school year starts
🗓 Multiple sessions available in July
💲 Cost: $60 (sliding scale available)
👉 Learn more & sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/phrunningstart2026
Patrick Henry Middle School is offering a fun, supportive 4-day experience designed just for incoming 6th graders. Students will:
✨ Learn how middle school works (teams, schedules & expectations)
✨ Get comfortable navigating the building
✨ Practice lockers & lunchtime routines
✨ Meet staff and make new friends
✨ Build confidence before the school year starts
🗓 Multiple sessions available in July
💲 Cost: $60 (sliding scale available)
👉 Learn more & sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/phrunningstart2026

🏐🏈 PHMS Summer Sports Camps Are Here! 🏈🏐
Calling all Patrick Henry Panthers entering 7th or 8th grade! Whether you're looking to sharpen your volleyball fundamentals or develop your football skills, these summer camps are a great way to prepare for the upcoming season!
📝 Register today: https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/patrickhenryms/camps
Calling all Patrick Henry Panthers entering 7th or 8th grade! Whether you're looking to sharpen your volleyball fundamentals or develop your football skills, these summer camps are a great way to prepare for the upcoming season!
📝 Register today: https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/patrickhenryms/camps

