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Official newsletter from the South Dakota Department of Education
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| Sept. 17, 2025 |
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Congratulations SATL Awardees
In September the South Dakota State Library, a division of the South Dakota Department of Education, proudly announced the 2025-28 recipients of the School Achievement Through Libraries (SATL) Award.
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Culinary Kit in the Classroom Lesson Plans
The Farm to School Culinary Kit in the Classroom lesson plans offer a valuable and engaging way to teach students about local foods, food preparation, and where their food comes from. |
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This section highlights upcoming professional development opportunities offered by the Department of Education. For a full list of trainings, visit DOE's professional development platform at sded.sd.gov.
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Career Connections Virtual Learning Series
Online, Nov. 5 & 12
Back by popular demand, the Career Connections Virtual Learning Series returns for another year of engaging sessions to bridge career, academics, and workforce readiness skills to help students graduate high school college, career, and life ready. The series is open to all K-12 educators. Graduate credit or continuing education contact hours available to those who register and complete all training requirements.
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Our Dakota Dreams Educator Webinar Series
Online, throughout the school year
Throughout the 2025-26 school year, a variety of pertinent topics will be covered in these monthly webinars to help educators support students in their journey toward college readiness. The webinars are intended for any educators who support students in their college readiness. The webinar series is brought to you by Our Dakota Dreams, a partnership between the South Dakota Department of Education, South Dakota Board of Regents, and technical colleges. View more information and register for any or all of the webinars.
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Regional Assessment Coordinator Trainings
Sept. 18, Faith
Sept. 24, Rapid City
Sept. 25, Pierre
This training will cover South Dakota's state assessments: SD-ACT, grades 3-8 required assessments, alternate assessments, and ACCESS for English Language Proficiency. Participants will also receive detailed training on TIDE 18.0 for test administration and management, as well as handling supports and accommodations. Register using one of the following links. All trainings will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. local time.
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