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July 24, 2025
JAG-SD earns prestigious 6-of-6 National Network Award
For the third year in a row, the Jobs for America's Graduates - South Dakota (JAG-SD) program has been recognized for excellence in achieving the prestigious "6-of-6 Award." JAG-SD is part of the national JAG network, which helps students persist through high school graduation and acquire the academic, employability, and technical skills they need to lead successful lives.


July 21, 2025
Teacher Compensation Review Board to Meet July 28
The Teacher Compensation Review Board will hold its second meeting on July 28, 2025, at 10 a.m. (CT) at the MacKay Building in Pierre. Established as part of the "Blue Ribbon" legislation in 2016, the board is required to meet every two years and provide a report to the Governor and Legislature.


July 16, 2025
Third cohort of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway candidates selected
TAP program invests in teacher aides, helping them to become certified teachers in South Dakota schools.


July 7, 2025
Summer CTE Conference to be held July 27-29 in Mitchell
The South Dakota Career & Technical Education Conference provides teachers, administrators, and school counselors with opportunities to connect with educators and to explore best practices in CTE.


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