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Nov. 12, 2024
Ethan and Timber Lake Elementary Schools honored as National ESEA Distinguished Schools
Two South Dakota schools have been recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools. Ethan Elementary School and Timber Lake Elementary School earned the honor based on the outstanding academic achievement of their students.

Nov. 4, 2024
2025 South Dakota Special Education Conference: Adventure Awaits
The Office of Special Education Programs invites administrators, teachers, and professionals in general education and special education to the annual South Dakota Special Education Conference, slated for March 18-19, 2025, at the Monument in Rapid City.

Oct. 18, 2024
Annual Report Card of school performance shows growth
The South Dakota Department of Education (DOE) released its 2023-24 Report Card today. The report showed academic growth in English language arts (ELA) and mathematics. The statewide attendance rate also increased from 86 percent to 87 percent.

Oct. 16, 2024
South Dakota ACT scores remain strong
South Dakota's graduating class of 2024 earned an average ACT composite score of 21.1, well above the national average of 19.4, and the highest among neighboring states.

Oct. 15, 2024
Campaign aims to elevate teaching profession; schools can amplify the message
Education is a noble profession, and South Dakota is full of educators who are knowledgeable, passionate, and committed to their students, schools, and communities. The Department of Education has captured some of their stories in a new series of videos available on sdteach.org.

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