Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During reports to the superintendent at the conclusion of Tuesday’s regular meeting, Watertown School Board Member Roshal Rossman expressed concerns regarding the safety of the community's student homecoming "van" tradition and called for a multi-agency review to consider potential changes.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board voted unanimously Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to formally approve the district’s 2025-2026 Annual Financial Report. Business Manager Heidi Clausen presented the audited year-end financials for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, after the South Dakota Department of Education formally accepted and reviewed them.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board voted unanimously Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to approve a three-year extension of its exclusive broadcast sponsorship agreement for ArrowTV with DFS Insurance and Dakotaland Federal Credit Union.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board held a first reading of six K-12 student policies at its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. While five policy reviews reflected standard administrative maintenance, updates to Policy JIH directly address digital device searches and student cell phone privacy expectations.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received an operational update on the K-12 nutrition program from Food Service Director Caitlin Bach during its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, coinciding with National School Lunch Week.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board voted unanimously Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to authorize competitive bidding for $90,000 in avionics parts and installation to support Lake Area Technical College’s Professional Fixed Wing Pilot program. The vote comes amid revelations that the Watertown Regional Airport Board is considering new operational fees that could cost the college over $100,000 annually.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board will consider first readings for six K-12 student policies during its regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The proposed updates address nonresident open enrollment deadlines, special education capacity caps, daily tuition rates, international exchange student criteria, home-school transfer credit guidelines, truancy enforcement, and district authority regarding searches and police interrog

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In Watertown school board district property business, the board will consider authorizing the administration to advertise for bids on a new Chevrolet Suburban to update the district’s passenger-vehicle fleet.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board will meet in regular Session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to consider a three-year renewal of an exclusive corporate sponsorship for ArrowTV, along with requests to acquire vehicles and multiple surplus property dispositions.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday approved a contract with Eide Bailly LLP to conduct the district’s annual financial audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Business Manager Heidi Clausen presented the engagement and provided a detailed explanation of what the audit covers — and what it does not.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday received the August 2026 financial report, with Business Manager Heidi Clausen detailing routine early‑year cash‑flow patterns, federal reimbursements, and significant revenue activity at Lake Area Technical College.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received an in‑depth update Monday night on the rapid growth of Arrow TV, the high school’s student‑run live broadcasting program that now produces dozens of athletic and fine‑arts events each year. The presentation included a short video featuring students describing their roles and the real‑world experience they gain through the program.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Association of Secondary School Principals (SDASSP) has announced that Chad Johnson has been selected as the 2026–27 State Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year, recognizing his exceptional leadership, dedication to student achievement, and meaningful impact on his school community.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board worked through a substantial list of policy updates, personnel actions, and operational approvals Monday night, addressing everything from student safety and facility rental fees to adult meal prices and the annual fall athletic fundraiser.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received one of its most comprehensive academic briefings of the year Monday night, as Curriculum Director Trisha Walker delivered an in‑depth update on the district’s curriculum revisions, summer work, and instructional changes set to launch this fall.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - After weeks of public discussion and parent concern, the Watertown School Board voted Monday night to approve new pickup and drop‑off locations for five out‑of‑district school districts that bus students into Watertown. The decision formally ends the use of the Boys & Girls Club as a drop‑off site for Florence, Henry, and Waverly–South Shore buses.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board has formally cast its support behind a series of statewide rule changes aimed at curbing the practice of “redshirting” and athletic reclassification in middle and high school sports. During its Monday night session, the Board voted unanimously to support three key amendments proposed by the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) that would tighten eligibility requirements for student-athlet

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board approved a series of significant property and infrastructure measures during its Monday night session, ranging from specialized aviation equipment for Lake Area Technical College (LATC) to a long-term shared-use agreement for city tennis courts. The approvals reflect a mix of immediate operational needs and long-range community planning.

Family photo promoting a school board campaign with the message: "Vote Roshal Rossman for Watertown School Board." Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The race for the Watertown School Board is officially underway as incumbent board member Roshal (Franken) Rossman has formally entered the 2026 election cycle. Rossman transitioned from speculation to confirmation, declaring her intent to retain her seat. Her current three-year term, which she has held since her election

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a world that never stops evolving, the foundation of student success often starts in the boardroom. This week, the Watertown School District joins communities across the state to celebrate South Dakota School Board Recognition Week, running from February 16-20.