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Feb. 2, 2026

Opt-in now to receive the South Dakota Studies Weekly Curriculum for SY2026-27
The enrollment window to opt-in for the South Dakota Studies Weekly K-5 curriculum for SY2026-27 closes Feb 27, 2025. District did not receive the curriculum for SY2025-26 school should email Melissa.Bothun@state.sd.us to receive it for SY2026-27.

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Jan. 26, 2026

CTE Report Card Data Now Available
The "Career Tech Ed" tab on the far right side provides data on the demographics of CTE participants and concentrators, as well as how schools are performing on key indicators such as work-based learning, placement, and career clusters.

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Jan. 22, 2026

JAG-SD Students Participate in "Capitol Conversations" During the 2026 Legislative Session
Student leaders from the Jobs for America's Graduates South Dakota (JAG-SD) program will convene in Pierre on Thursday,
Jan. 29, for an opportunity to see lawmaking in action.

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Jan. 20, 2025

Proposed Amendment to 2025 ESSA Approved State Plan
The department is proposing changes to its Consolidated State Plan required under the Every Student Succeeds Act. The public comment period runs through Jan 26; individuals can review the changes and offer public comment

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