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Board of Education approves Model Wellness Policy
The South Dakota Board of Education has approved a Model Wellness Policy for South Dakota’s K-12 schools. Federal law requires all agencies that participate in the National School Lunch Program to have a wellness policy in place by the 2006-07 school year.

Kids for Katrina Relief ends Oct. 31
Any schools participating in “Kids for Katrina Relief” should wrap up their fund-raising efforts by Oct. 31. Read on for details about where the money will go.

Mini-grants to help fund wellness projects
Looking to fund your school’s nutrition education and physical activity projects? The Team Nutrition and Coordinated School Health programs will award $1,000 mini-grants to schools and childcare sites across South Dakota.

Watch for department staff changes
The department has some new faces and some familiar faces in new positions. All are looking forward to serving the education community. Read on to learn about the changes.

National School Lunch survey due soon
Each year, the department’s Child and Adult Nutrition Services gathers data on the National School Lunch Program in South Dakota. This year’s deadline is Nov. 15.

Funds available to assist with National Board application fee
Teachers who currently are pursuing National Board Certification can apply for a subsidy to offset a portion of their application fee.

Teachers wanted for Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Program
If you’re a South Dakota teacher with the urge to travel, consider applying for the Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Teacher Program.

Essay contest promotes financial independence
High school seniors can turn their knowledge of finances into cash by participating in an essay contest on investing.



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