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Bailey Lagge, Freeman School District

To raise awareness of the teaching profession and to encourage young people (and adults looking for a new challenge) to consider careers in education, the Department of Education (DOE) has launched a series of videos. The videos feature South Dakota educators talking about the rewards of being a teacher. This week, we are featuring Bailey Lagge, a 4th grade teacher from Freeman School District. Lagge talks about the experience of watching kids grow and learn and the impact that has on him as a teacher.

This book study uses Jimmy Casas' book, "Recalibrate the Culture: Our Work, Our Why, Our Values." Over six weeks, participants will learn how to create an environment that inspires all learners to challenge themselves to do their best and how to take an honest look at a school culture. Participants will be asked to examine their own behaviors in the classroom, and consider the ways they can improve their own actions and reactions to create a positive classroom environment. This book study includes weekly instruction and discussion forums, along with reflection assignments.

Those who successfully complete the book study within six weeks will be eligible to receive 15 continuing education contact hours. Contact marta.henricksen57@gmail.com for more information.

Join this Career and Technical Education workshop designed to guide educators, administrators, school counselors, and postsecondary partners through South Dakota's plan for the modernized Career Clusters Framework. These one-day, in-person workshops will allow participants to explore strategies to align local programming with future workforce demands and use school data to identify program improvement opportunities. Attendees will also be able to influence CTE's future in South Dakota as their feedback will shape its implementation in the future.

Workshops will be held in Aberdeen, Chamberlain, Mitchell, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls. Participants may receive five continuing education contact hours. Contact Amy Miller for more information.

Are you interested in learning more about ways to incorporate the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings & Standards (OSEUS) into your classroom?

This comprehensive, self-paced course offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself into the OSEUS, guided by the wisdom of indigenous elders from South Dakota. Each of the seven modules, from exploring the significance of land and environment to understanding sovereignty and treaties, is crafted to deepen your appreciation and knowledge of this vibrant community.

Those who successfully complete the course will be eligible for 15 continuing education contact hours, or one graduate credit. Enroll today.

The University of South Dakota School of Education, in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Social Services, Division of Behavioral Health, is pleased to offer free professional development focused on crisis prevention and response in schools (including student and staff mental health). This will feature engaging pre-recorded videos of speakers who are experts in the field through research, practice, and lived experience.

The recorded presentations will be available until June 30, 2025. Register online. For more information, visit the course page.