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July 14, 2026
JAG-SD outperformed national benchmarks, announced three new programs, and four South Dakota educators received recognition at the National JAG First Awards to conclude the 2025-26 school year.
July 6, 2026
Ed-Flex Waiver Open for Public Comment
The department is applying to the US Department of Education for an Educational Flexibility (Ed-Flex) waiver from certain ESSA requirements. View the full draft waiver and submit a public comment.
July 6, 2026
Applications for funding under HB 1092, passed during the 2025 legislative session, are again available from July 1 - Aug. 15, 2026. Details are available on the Student Teacher Permit FAQ document.
June 26, 2026
21CCLC Grants
The Department of Education awarded over $9 million to 11 programs as part of the federal Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC) grant.