The two principal's are Dr. Hines and Michael Clapham. Southwest Middle School was the first middle school in Rapid City to be built using the middle school concept by separating each grade by wings. This is the Gymnasium. Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, and school pep rallies are favorite activities held here. Band, Chorus and Orchestra concerts, along with the Talent show give students and staff a chance to showcase talents in the Gym.
Students enjoy the wonderful meals prepared by the cooks.
The Computer Lab, complete with G3 Macintosh computers, a color laser printer, and 2 scanners, help students keep abreast of technological advances. Teachers enjoy a lunch break in the Lounge.