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Dec. 8, 2025

2026 SD SPED Conference.
Registration for the
2026 SD Special Education Conference Now Open

The 2026 SPED Conference will be held March 3-4 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Details available on the the 2026 SD SPED Conference website.



Dec. 5, 2025

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Five JAG-SD Students Attended the National Student Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C.
The five state officers represented JAG-SD and participated in learning experiences that will strengthen their leadership skills.


Dec. 3, 2025

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Make a Difference in Your Community: Sponsor a Summer Food Service Program
The South Dakota Department of Education's Division of Child and Adult Nutrition Services is seeking sponsors for the Summer Food Service Program, which provides nutritious meals and snacks to children in low-income areas during the summer months.


Dec. 1, 2025

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Capital Connections for Social Studies Educators - Registration Now Open
The South Dakota Department of Education is hosting "Capital Connections: A Legislative Experience for Social Studies Educators" Feb. 5-6 in Pierre. Participants will gain valuable insights into how government functions at the state level, deepening their content knowledge and enriching their classroom instruction.


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