Initiatives
- New graduation requirements
Preparing for postsecondary and career - ESSA State Plan review
Identifying opportunities for improvement - College, career and life ready
Empowering students to succeed - December Child Count
Unduplicated count of all children with disabilities ages 3 – 21 receiving special education and related services
About Us
Mission: The South Dakota Department of Education is dedicated to enhancing learning through leadership and service.
Vision: All students will leave the K-12 education system college, career and life ready.
Secretary: Dr. Ben Jones