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March 11, 2026

2026 JAG-SD Officers
JAG-SD Empowered Over 250 Students at the 2026 JAG Career Development Conference
Students competed in career association activities, and the new 2026-27 JAG-SD state officers were announced.


March 6, 2026

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Eight South Dakota Elementary Schools Receive Math Improvement Grant
Using evidence-based instruction, family engagement, and sustainable professional learning, this grant supports the state's broader effort to strengthen math instruction.


March 5, 2026

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The 2026 South Dakota Special Education Staff of the Year
The South Dakota Department of Education congratulated Amanda Edlund on being selected as the parent-nominated 2026 Special Education Staff of the Year.


March 5, 2026

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Nine School Districts Received the 2026 South Dakota Perkins Reserve Grant
Each school district will use the funds to provide major equipment upgrades for Career and Technical Education programs.


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