July 2006

State Aid Study Task Force pushes forward

The State Aid Study Task Force has met twice during 2006. At its June meeting, small school factor was one major topic of discussion. The Department of Education invited a panel of small-school superintendents to share their unique perspectives with task force members. The superintendents represented the Chester, Hamlin, Hurley, Irene/Wakonda and Tea school districts.

Four superintendents and three business managers serve on the task force, which was initiated during the 2005 legislative session. The group’s final two meetings are slated for Sept. 6-7 and Nov. 15-16. A final report is due Dec. 1, 2006.

To view the interim report, visit www.doe.sd.gov/secretary/stateaidtaskforce/.

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