TEACHER FEATURE: Schlekeway makes Belle Fourche school libraries modern and engaging Karen Schlekeway is a school librarian in the Belle Fourche School District. The Belle Fourche Middle School Library recently earned an Exemplary 21st Century School Library Award. To celebrate School Library Month, we reached out to learn more about Karen and her work! |
April is Month of the Military Child
Military children make up a special part of our nation’s population, as they stand in steadfast support of their military family members. To honor their unique contributions on behalf of our country, each April is designated the Month of the Military Child. Purple symbolizes all branches of the military – a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Space Force blue, and Marine red.
South Dakota science teachers are invited to participate in several activities this summer related to state assessments. Participants will be compensated for their time ($150/day) and have the opportunity to network with other science teachers across the state.
The State Library recognizes schools with libraries that meet the characteristics of a 21st century school library through their place, professional, and program. Awards recognize the library as Effective, Enhanced, or Exemplary, based on the South Dakota School Library Guidelines. School librarians are encouraged to apply for this special recognition by May 1.
SDMath/SDSci Leadership is a program to create and support a dynamic network of educators. The program selects, challenges, and develops K-12 South Dakota mathematics and science educators who have demonstrated an interest in leadership skills related to mathematics and science education. Apply by May 20 to join the next cohort.
Growing Great Readers Conference speakers announced; registration open
The 2022 SD MTSS Summer Education Conference: Growing Great Readers will be held June 21-22 in Oacoma. The event is open to all districts, and registration is now open. Keynote speakers include Dr. Dale Webster and Erica Hidalgo who will lead an Understanding Comprehension session. Julie Sealine will lead a Decoding and the Struggling Reader workshop.
CAASt training opportunities are available free to K-12 educators. The training includes components of mandatory reporting, youth suicide awareness and prevention, multidisciplinary approaches, and trauma-informed interventions. A virtual session open to all K-12 educators will be held May 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. CT. Schools may also request the training be scheduled and brought to their school staff.
Registration is open for the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Summer Teacher Academy, with locations in Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and Pierre in June. Gain experience, credit, and classroom resources. Classes are filling quickly.
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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. To promote safe teen driving, the South Dakota Office of Highway Safety and South Dakota Broadcasters Association are giving away $20,000! One South Dakota student will win $10,000 for themselves plus another $10,000 for a school-sponsored activity or program. To enter, they need to visit LessonLearnedSD.com and take a two-minute safe driving quiz.
Upcoming Events A complete listing of events is available at GoSignMeUp.
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EL Teacher Monthly Check-in Meetings
Board of Education Standards
SD Regional Math Circles June 21
Growing Great Readers
South Dakota Best Practices in Teaching Mathematics
Top 20 Training
Foundational Reading Skills Grades 4-8
Save the Date: Indian Education Summit |
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