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June 26, 2024
South Dakota schools receive $6.4 million in CTE grants
In a historic move, the South Dakota Department of Education has awarded 36 grants totaling $6.4 million to school districts to purchase innovative, industry-grade equipment for career and technical education (CTE) programs.


June 17, 2024
Legislative committee approves rule changes
The Legislature's Rules Review Committee recently approved changes to ARSD 24:28. This was the last step in the rules adoption process.


June 5, 2024
Teacher apprenticeship program recognizes first graduate
Kandy Flowers of the Wessington Springs School District was honored at a ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda last week. She is the first graduate of South Dakota's Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway program.


June 4, 2024
Free meals available for youth in many locations
South Dakota families can access nutritious, tasty food at summer feeding sites throughout the state. The Summer Food Service Program provides meals to children in low-income areas when school is not in session.


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