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Jan. 12, 2026
The department is seeking candidates for the state's nominations for U.S. Presidential Scholars. All high school seniors with an ACT of 30 or above are eligible. Nominations are due at 5 p.m. CST on Friday, Jan. 23.
Dec. 30, 2025
The window for a Notice of Intent to Apply for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030 is now open. The deadline for submitting a Notice of Intent to Apply is Jan. 26.
Dec. 15, 2025
Signed Teacher Contracts in SD
The SD TAP provides paraprofessionals employed in an accredited school system the opportunity to earn a teaching certificate.
Dec. 12, 2025
to Advance Statewide Literacy Initiative
The South Dakota Department of Education awarded 28 school districts the Elevating Literacy Across South Dakota Grant.