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Welcome to the Department of Education’s press room. Here you will find the latest news relating to education in South Dakota. If you need background or statistics for a story or an expert to help interpret the information, contact Mary Stadick Smith, communications director, at (605) 773-7228.

Latest Media Releases

June 26, 2009 - Food service equipment grants awarded
Twenty South Dakota agencies and school districts have been awarded grants to upgrade or purchase new food service equipment through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.   more >>>
June 24, 2009 - Cooperative effort lands grant for South Dakota librarians
South Dakota is part of a collaborative that has received a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.   more >>>
June 19, 2009 - More bonding authority approved for school renovation, repair
Seven South Dakota school districts have been approved for nearly $2.5 million in bonding authority under the federal government’s Qualified Zone Academy Bond Program.  more >>>
June 10, 2009 - Thirteen districts to receive bonding authority under federal stimulus plan
Thirteen South Dakota school districts have been approved for $29 million in bonding authority to raise funds for construction or rehabilitation projects as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.   more >>>
June 9, 2009 - South Dakota gets high marks for Birth to Three, special education
South Dakota is one of only 17 states and U.S. territories to earn the highest ratings possible under both Parts B and C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.   more >>>

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