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GUEST COLUMN: Have you considered MTSS?
This month’s column is by Rebecca Cain, the department’s administrator of student wellness and supports.
It’s early January, that stereotypical season of grand resolutions. They’re admirable, but we all know that by mid-January the gyms will be quiet again and that magical diet will be cast aside for the tempting bag of chips.
I read an article recently that recommended seeking to create “rituals,” rather than “resolutions.” The author is a writing coach, but I think her advice has wide-reaching application. She describes her morning writing ritual, which she sticks to with near-religious zeal and finds great success.
As an educator, you know that students also thrive on ritual, or routine, and having in place clear expectations and rules. Surely there are few more chaotic times in a school year than the excitement and anticipation leading into the winter break and the struggle to return to normalcy once classes resume in the new year.
Where am I going with this? I promise I’m not trying to trim your waistline.
I want to draw your attention to the application window for implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), a framework that helps educators provide academic and behavioral supports for all students. MTSS grew out of the integration of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI).
As with diets and exercise equipment, there are many magic fixes promoted to help students do better academically and behaviorally, but what works best is a systemic approach backed by strong support. That is what schools that choose to implement PBIS, RtI, or both, get.
If you want fast change and expect literacy or behavior in your district to improve overnight, MTSS isn’t for you. But if your district is ready to commit to long-term growth and improvement, state-level support is available through these valuable programs. South Dakota’s MTSS initiative provides districts with the training, tools, and support to implement a multi-tiered approach for meeting students’ needs in proactive and positive ways.
MTSS is a continuous-improvement framework in which data-based problem solving and decision making are practiced across all levels of the educational system to support all students. To ensure efficient use of resources, schools begin with the identification of trends and patterns using school-wide data. Students who need interventions beyond what is provided universally for academics (RtI) or positive behavior (PBIS) are provided with targeted, supplemental interventions delivered at increasing levels of intensity.
And you don’t have to just take my word for it. Hear from colleagues in Baltic and Sioux Valley, who are in various stages of implementation of RtI, in this informational webinar [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wugxwgH5b3k].
I encourage you to visit the MTSS webpage [https://doe.sd.gov/sped/mtss.aspx] to learn more and find applications, which are due Feb. 18. Schools can apply to become part of the 2022-23 cohort in RtI, PBIS, or both.
Thank you for all you do for South Dakota students. This year let’s resolve to carefully and gradually build healthy routines over time for more student success.
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HOT TOPICS
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Governor proposes 6 percent for K-12
Gov. Noem delivered the annual budget address in December and proposed a 6 percent increase for K-12 schools, to be invested in teachers and other district staff. You can access the slide deck and associated documents via the Bureau of Finance and Management’s website [https://bfm.sd.gov/budget/]. The 2022 legislative session begins Jan. 11. You can follow the action at https://sdlegislature.gov/.
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Apply for Homeland Security grant funding by Feb. 18
Applications for Homeland Security grant funding are being accepted until Feb. 18 at 5 p.m. CT. The South Dakota Office of Homeland Security provides grant funding through an application and award process to a variety of organizations, including public and non-public schools.
Funding will be awarded for one-time projects that have a connection to Homeland Security by providing protection against terrorism threats. Examples of allowable expenses for schools are keyless entry, door locks, video entry, intercom systems, security lighting, metal detectors, access barriers, and critical infrastructure assessments. In addition, cybersecurity equipment or software such as intrusion detection systems and physical protection of hardware systems are allowable. At this time, surveillance cameras are not being funded.
Awards are competitive and will be based on recommendations of regional review committees. Funding for projects will become available on or about Sept. 1, 2022. Award agreements will be generated after funding becomes available; projects cannot start before the award date.
Questions? Find more information on the Department of Public Safety's South Dakota Homeland Security Grants webpage [https://dps.sd.gov/safety-enforcement/homeland-security/grants] or call 605-773-3450.
To apply for a Homeland Security grant, read through the application instructions [https://dps.sd.gov/application/files/5715/7800/5922/homeland-security-grant-application-instructions.pdf] and apply online [https://sddps.intelligrants.com/Login2.aspx?APPTHEME=SDDPS] by Feb. 18 at 5 p.m. CT.
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https://youtu.be/1EZHJMfmoB4
Encourage teachers to participate in SD Regional Math Circles in January
SD Regional Math Circles provide K-12 educators opportunities to engage in rich math tasks and grade-specific tasks, develop their conceptual understanding of math, and discuss equitable learning opportunities. This event is offered in five locations around the state, with travel expenses and district cost for substitutes reimbursed by the Department of Education. One graduate credit is available for participants who attend three Math Circles throughout the year. Learn more with this video of teachers who attended the first SD Regional Math Circles in October [https://youtu.be/1EZHJMfmoB4]. Teachers can register at GoSignMeUp [https://southdakota.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse?fbclid=IwAR16Krikj7EL2-G7yQCuZyg-KtGRp2kbicrMKgGqyq8vjqUtqqG6M94-e_k].
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Up to $250,000 in grant funding available for qualified afterschool programs
Now is the time for schools and other organizations interested in 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) grants to submit a Notice of Intent to Apply.
The learning centers are intended to assist students from high-poverty and low-performing schools by providing academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement regular school instruction. Funding comes from the federal government in the form of formula grants to the states. Locations that provide care for students outside of the normal school day are encouraged to apply.
The grant application will be online, and applicants must first submit a Notice of Intent to Apply to the South Dakota Department of Education by Jan. 14. Applicants will then receive the information needed to access the online system. The deadline for the full application is March 11.
The Notice of Intent to Apply and guidelines for filling out the application are now available and can be found at https://doe.sd.gov/21CCLC/.
Grant award amounts range from $50,000 to $250,000 per year, and the length of a grant is five years. While funds are often awarded to schools, other organizations are also eligible to apply. The grants must specifically support programs offered outside of regular school hours.
Contact Alan Haarstad at alan.haarstad@state.sd.us or Stephanie Cronin at stephanie.cronin@state.sd.us or call 605-773-5238, with questions about the grant application process.
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2021 OSEU Needs Assessment survey results available
The 2021 Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings (OSEU) Needs Assessment survey was designed and administered to support the South Dakota Department of Tribal Relations Office of Indian Education and DOE to identify the current level of implementation of the OSEUs and the critical needs of educators implementing the OSEUs across South Dakota. Results will help the state provide focused support to improve statewide implementation.
Read more at https://doe.sd.gov/pressroom/educationonline/2022/01/documents/OSEUS-Results-2021.pdf.
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New mental health and suicide prevention resources for students and parents
- With help from partners, the South Dakota Department of Health has developed the SD Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Resources rack card. Schools can order free copies [https://apps.sd.gov/ph18publications/secure/PubOrder.aspx] (click on the Mental Health tab) to share with students, parents, and other community members.
- The University of South Dakota’s Center for Disabilities and the Department of Health have developed a four-part suicide prevention video series for parents [https://doh.sd.gov/family/Youth/Suicide.aspx]. Tova Hartle, elementary school counselor in the West Central School District, contributed to this series.
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Nominations for School Resource Officer of the Year due March 11
The South Dakota Association of School Resource Officers is seeking nominations for the 2022 School Officer of the Year Achievement Award. The officer chosen for this award should display professionalism, dedication, and commitment to their respective school or district. Nominations [https://doe.sd.gov/pressroom/educationonline/2022/01/documents/SchoolOfficer-2022.doc] must be postmarked by March 11. Nominees will be announced at the association’s annual business meeting.
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Common Course Code changes approved for 2022-23 school year
The South Dakota Department of Education reviews and updates the Common Course Codes on an annual basis. The changes to the Common Course Numbering System outlined in the chart below have been approved for the 2022-23 school year. The new codes will be added to the PRF system when the PRF system reopens for the 2022-23 school year.
Visit the Department of Education’s Common Course Numbering System webpage [https://doe.sd.gov/contentstandards/commoncourse.aspx] for more details.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Fowler [Jennifer.Fowler@state.sd.us], 605-280-0990.
| The following changes to the Common Course Numbering System have been approved for 2022-23. |
| The complete documents are found here: https://doe.sd.gov/contentstandards/commoncourse.aspx |
| Change |
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Category |
Course Title |
Course Description |
| Updated Fall 2022 |
22051 |
Other |
High School Student Assistant |
This course provides high school students with the opportunity to offer assistance in their building classrooms, offices, libraries, etc. (This course replaces the previous individual student aide codes 22051-22054 for Office, Guidance, Library, and Tutoring.)
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| New Fall 2022 |
02209 |
Math |
Data Science Foundations |
This Data Science course teaches students the foundational skills needed to reason, make sense, and think critically about the story of data, in all forms. Students will build on the statistics standards learned in Algebra 1 and Geometry to describe the usefulness of data, explore, represent, and model data, and collect, analyze, and interpret the data needed to represent their data story.
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| New Fall 2022 |
02158 |
Math |
Quantitative Reasoning |
This Quantitative Reasoning course allows students to apply basic mathematical skills and analytical concepts to real-world situations. This course focuses on strategies required for problem solving, critical evaluation of numerical information, decision making, and economic productivity in real-world applications. Topics may include numeracy, ratio and proportional reasoning, modeling, financial literacy, validity studies (logic and set theory), and statistics.
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| New Fall 2022 |
18248 |
CTE |
Independent Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) |
A Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) is a structured experiential learning opportunity that takes place in a setting outside of regular school hours. SAE is a student-led, instructor supervised, work-based learning experience that results in measurable outcomes within a predefined, agreed upon set of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR) Technical Standards and Career Ready Practices aligned to the student’s career plan of study. SAEs allow students to experience the diversity of agriculture and natural resources industries and to gain exposure to agricultural-related career pathways. SAEs require a documented formal project scope, accurate recordkeeping, and advisor supervision. The SAE is conducted by all students in the agricultural education program. It consists of four components: (1) career exploration and planning, (2) personal financial management and planning, (3) workplace safety, (4) agricultural literacy and exploration.
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| New Fall 2022 |
18508 |
CTE |
Issues in Environmental Science |
Agriculture and tourism are South Dakota’s two leading industries. For these industries to thrive, we must continue to protect and manage the environment with conservation in mind. Environmental Science is a course that enables students to develop an understanding of the natural environment and the environmental problems the world faces. Biology, statistics, algebra, English, and human relations skills will be reinforced throughout the course. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
18053 |
CTE |
Horticulture Operations |
Horticulture Operations is designed for instructors to customize the curriculum to local industry needs. Standards can be met by utilizing one or more of the following horticulture sectors: Landscape Design, Floriculture and/or Greenhouse Management. Topics include identification, use, and management of equipment and materials, as well as managing plant growth and maintaining plants and equipment. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
12108 |
CTE |
Accounting II |
Students in Accounting II will develop advanced skills that build upon those acquired in Accounting I. Additional accounting skills such as departmentalized accounting, reconciling uncollectible accounts, calculating depreciation on assets, interpreting financial information, and calculating notes and interest will be developed. Computerized accounting may be incorporated where resources are available. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
12109 |
CTE |
Advanced Accounting |
Advanced Accounting will develop knowledge and skills for cost accounting practices for merchandising and manufacturing businesses. Students will be exposed to specialized managerial accounting functions pertaining to corporations and not-for-profit organizations.
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| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
12102 |
CTE |
Principles of Banking |
This course explores the fundamental principles and practices of banking and credit in the United States giving an overview of the concepts of banking services including the following: money and banking, customer service, lending fundamentals, banking regulations for handling financial transactions, and basic compliance regulations. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
12101 |
CTE |
Introduction to Financial Industries |
This course focuses on the banking and financial industries including an understanding of economics as the underlying basis of the transfer and growth of money in our system. Students will gain knowledge of the securities, banking, and insurance industries with information that will not only help them to be a better consumer but also help them to make decisions about careers in the various fields of finance. The course provides information on financial planning and counseling and how it relates to financial services. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
12106 |
CTE |
Principles of Insurance |
Principles of Insurance focuses on learning about the various types of insurance. The course will explore the opportunities of careers in insurance. Students will gain an understanding of risk management and the benefits of insurance. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
14001 |
CTE |
Health Science Careers I: Exploration |
Health Science Careers I explores the current interprofessional education (IPE) teamwork approach in health science and career options in an ever-expanding healthcare environment. Students in the course will evaluate unique abilities and explore personal career aspirations. In addition, the student will be exposed to legal, ethical, and safety implications inherent to providing high quality patient care. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
14002 |
CTE |
Health Science Careers II: Engagement |
Health Science Careers II: Engagement will help a student discover and develop marketable and real-world skills that are essential to all health care workers. This course will cover real world skills such as infection control, disease, diagnosis, treatment, hands-on skills, and documentation. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
14051 |
CTE |
Gateway to Certified Nursing Assistant |
Gateway to Certified Nursing Assistant is designed to empower high school students to take charge of and set a course for their future. It will prepare them to graduate with marketable skills and a real-world work connection. Students will be informed of the roles of the Certified Nursing Assistant focusing on direct patient care. After completing this portion for the Certified Nursing Assistant course, a student would need only to pass the state examinations to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Clinical hours are required to meet certification requirements. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
14152 |
CTE |
Introduction to Pharmacy Technician |
The Introduction to Pharmacy Technician course prepares students to assist pharmacists. This includes learning about the roles and responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician, safety measures, drug dosage calculations, and identification of various drugs and their effects on the human body. Students will also learn how to perform a wide range of duties in retail, hospital, and home care. The Pharmacy Technician course will equip the student to pass the national certification exam. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
19264 |
CTE |
Consumer Resource Management |
Consumer Resources and Management teaches students to understand consumer practices, consumer responsibilities, and resource management; how these concepts impact and are applied to family, personal and work life; and career opportunities in the consumer services pathway. In this course, students will learn consumer advocacy such as consumer rights and responsibilities; consumer communications, financial management strategies; and conservation and sustainability practices. |
| Updated Fall 2022 Pending Board Approval April 2022 |
19255 |
CTE |
Lifespan Connections |
Lifespan Connections examines the role and dynamics of family, work, and other significant relationships. Through this course, students will analyze healthy relationships with children and adults of all ages in the context of family and workplace. The course will also cover strategies and resources to meet the needs of all individuals, families, and communities. |
| New Fall 2022 |
50058 |
Industry Recognized Credential |
NAFTrack Certification |
N/A |
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Annual reminder: CPR and AED training resources on DOE website
CPR is not a graduation requirement; however, all districts need to incorporate into district curriculum the skills necessary to perform hands-only CPR and awareness in the use of an AED (automated external defibrillator). The South Dakota Department of Education must annually make school districts aware of available resources for use in providing this instruction, which can be found on the department’s CPR Resources for Schools webpage [https://doe.sd.gov/cpr/].
Stakeholders from various state and nonprofit agencies and health/physical education teachers have compiled these resources and contacts for districts to access when implementing CPR training.
A certified teacher is not required to be an authorized CPR or AED instructor to oversee this instruction. However, any CPR course that results in the students earning a completion card must be taught by an authorized CPR or AED instructor.
The Department of Education is also required to annually collect and report to the South Dakota Legislature information regarding how CPR is being taught in schools. This information is gathered annually via an electronic survey. Read this year’s survey results [https://doe.sd.gov/cpr/documents/FinalReport-21.pdf] on the DOE website.
Any questions concerning the CPR/AED requirements can be directed to Teresa.Berndt@state.sd.us.
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Upcoming Events
Except where otherwise noted, details on the following events are available at GoSignMeUp [http://southdakota.gosignmeup.com/].
CTE Improve22
Jan. 6, 9 a.m. CT, online
Jan. 6, noon CT, online
Jan. 10, 9 a.m. CT, online
Jan. 10, noon CT, online
Jan. 12, Fort Pierre
Jan. 13, Mitchell
New Special Education Director webinar series
Jan. 11 – State Performance Plan and Annual Performance Report
Feb. 8 – Fiscal/Budget
Introductions to SD-STARS reporting and DIGs
Jan. 18, online
2022 Winter Assessment Workshops
Jan. 20, Rapid City
Jan. 21, Pierre
Jan. 21, online
Feb. 1, Aberdeen
Feb. 2, Sioux Falls
Feb. 3, Sioux Falls
SD Regional Math Circles
Jan. 21, Eagle Butte
Jan. 21, Sioux Falls
Jan. 22, Aberdeen
Jan. 22, Oacoma
Jan. 22, Rapid City
School Counselor Collaboration meetings
Jan. 25, 2-3 p.m. CT [https://state-sd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckdO2sqTsqG93sIhhNVAWr6CE12zntiE0E]
Feb. 14, 10-11 a.m. CT [https://state-sd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpf-ugrT4uEtFIijmRNLSV9N2ZHbeaS_tw]
March 2, 2-3 p.m. CT [https://state-sd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vfuqupjMtHtTtP66U1HAClz2fWYeHk52M]
April 1, 10-11 a.m. CT [https://state-sd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAoceCgrD8iH9yPxl8Q2E-QMU5wORtNCrL6]
Board of Education Standards
Jan. 31, Pierre [https://boardsandcommissions.sd.gov/Meetings.aspx?BoardID=32]
201 Ways to Involve Parents book study
Feb. 1-March 18, online
Social and Emotional Learning
Environments book study
Feb. 1-March 18, online
The Use of Data for Student Success
(for school counselors)
Feb. 7-8, Rapid City
How to Submit a Report Idea
or Enhancement to SD-STARS
Feb. 15, online
Title Programs Bimonthly Zoominars
Feb. 22, April 19, June 21
South Dakota Special Education Conference
March 15-16, Sioux Falls
[https://sdspd2022.eventbrite.com/]
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