Huron, S.D. –Garret Bischoff, of rural Huron, has announced his candidacy for reelection to the Huron School District 2-2 Board of Education. Bischoff, 43, is a fourth-generation family farmer, who alongside his parents and brother, owns and operates Ravine Creek Ranch, a family farming operation that raises Registered Hereford cattle and also grows corn and soybeans. Bischoff has 2 sons, Peyton who is a freshman at South Dakota State University studying Animal Science and Agronomy, and Cooper a sophomore at Huron High School.
“Student achievement has been the number one board priority in my 12 years serving on Huron’s Board of Education. Every student deserves the opportunity to achieve and grow to their fullest potential. With over 3000 students in our school system this has been no easy task.” Bischoff said. “We have focused on recruiting and retaining the most talented employees possible, I believe that great employees are the foundation of not only our school systems success, but also the foundation of our community. Each year our student achievement numbers continue to grow, I believe our efforts are working.”
A native of Huron, Bischoff graduated from Huron High School in 1999. He attended South Dakota State University where he received his bachelor’s degree. Bischoff is currently serving his twelfth year on the Huron School board where he has been a board officer multiple times, he also currently serves as President of the Associated School Boards of South Dakota, was a board member of the Huron Community Foundation, and is a member of the Beadle County 4-H Leaders association.
“Serving on Huron’s School Board has been a truly rewarding experience for me. We have worked hard to improve and maintain facilities that are appropriate for our school size and enrollment while remaining fiscally responsible. We have recently pushed to expand our educational offerings to include more Career and Technical Education components to appeal to more students. We have also undergone a branding initiative that has created a new and unique professional image for our district.” Bischoff said. “Additionally, we have recently created the Huron School District Foundation which will more than double scholarship opportunities for graduating students this year. I have enjoyed being part of a great set of leaders the past 12 years that have made all of this possible, I want to thank the Huron Community for your faith in me and hope to have your continued support.”
Huron’s School Board election is scheduled for April 8, 2025, there are 2 board seats open.