Overview | Cheyenne - Eagle Butte School

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Athletics are essential in student life at Cheyenne-Eagle Butte. They promote personal growth, teamwork, and school spirit. Through sports, students develop skills beyond the playing field, preparing them to be leaders in their community and ambassadors of the Lakota way of life.

Cheyenne-Eagle Butte is a proud South Dakota High School Activities Association member and adheres to the guidelines set by the National Federation of State High School Associations and SDHSAA. Our athletic programs offer students opportunities to build strong bodies, develop leadership skills, and participate in healthy competition while demonstrating sportsmanship and mutual respect.

Our Commitment to Student Athletes

The Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Athletic Department is committed to creating a positive environment that promotes excellence in athletics, academics, culture and personal development. Participation in sports teaches valuable life lessons such as collaboration, discipline, resilience and leadership. Students are encouraged to take pride in themselves, their team, and their school, fostering a strong community spirit.

Belief Statements

We believe that:

Athletics promote physical health and overall well-being.
Student athletes learn sportsmanship and teamwork through structured practice and competitive events.
Participation in sports enhances self-esteem and self-worth.
Interscholastic athletics foster school spirit and pride within the student body and community.
Athletics are a vital part of a well-rounded educational experience and come with responsibilities to the school, team, and community.
Sports offer meaningful opportunities for social development and collaboration.
Athletic programs cultivate leadership skills in student-athletes.
Participation in sports supports students’ physical, mental, social and emotional growth.
Competing with non-Native schools encourages cultural exchange, respect and reconciliation.
Sportsmanship is fundamental, and success should never compromise integrity, respect or mental wellness

Participation Requirements

To participate in athletics, students must complete a yearly physical examination conducted by a licensed medical doctor or physician assistant. The completed physical form must be submitted to the athletic director before participating in any sport.

In addition, families must complete a packet of required forms, which includes: