Education
23 minutes ago
Is South Dakota’s rate of chronic absenteeism in schools increasing?
Chronic absenteeism in South Dakota public schools has held at 21% for two consecutive years after a sharp rise during the COVID-19 era. State data shows Indigenous students experience significantly higher rates of missed school.
1 hour ago
Lake Area Technical College Esports Team Advances to National Championship in Warzone 2v2
The Lake Area Technical College Esports team will compete Friday for the NJCAAE Call of Duty Warzone 2v2 National Championship, marking the program’s first national title appearance. LATC enters the finals following a standout season and a decisive semifinal victory.
5 days ago
Sioux Falls Superintendent, Lawmakers Criticize Lack of Education Funding Increase in Governor’s Budget Proposal
Sioux Falls School Superintendent Jamie Nold and former House Majority Leader Will Mortenson voiced concerns over Gov. Larry Rhoden’s budget plan, which includes no increase in K-12 funding despite state law requiring one.
2 weeks ago
How to Make a Holiday Wreath: Simple Steps for a Festive DIY Decoration
Holiday wreaths are a seasonal favorite, and crafting one at home is easier than many people think. With a few basic materials and simple steps, anyone can build a custom wreath for the holidays.
3 weeks ago
Three Musketeers Auditions Planned
Dakota Wesleyan University’s Theatre Department will hold open auditions Dec. 8–9 for its spring production of The Three Musketeers. Community members are encouraged to participate in the fast-paced, comedy-driven adaptation.
3 weeks ago
DWU to observe Thanksgiving holiday
Dakota Wesleyan University will close its offices Wednesday through Friday, Nov. 26–28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular operating hours will resume Monday, Dec. 1.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota governor backs tax-credit donations for school choice program
Governor Larry Rhoden announced that South Dakota will expand the South Dakota Partners in Education Scholarship program to allow donor tax credits for contributions to accredited public and private schools, marking a notable shift in education-funding policy and school-choice options.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota lawmakers seek yearly review of education department amid low reading scores
South Dakota lawmakers have ordered annual performance reviews of the state Department of Education as student reading scores lag and nearly half of students read below grade level, according to Education Secretary Joe Graves. The move increases legislative oversight of student achievement.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota Schools Brace as Property Tax Reform Proposals Threaten Funding
School officials in South Dakota are raising alarms over proposed property tax reforms that could cut crucial school funding. Of 19 recommendations under consideration, six directly threaten resources for local schools, leaving districts like Sioux Falls preparing for potential budget shortfalls.
4 weeks ago
Roger and Vicki Musick Named South Dakota’s 2025 Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year
Roger and Vicki Musick of Mitchell will be honored as the 2025 Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year by the South Dakota Association for Fundraising Professionals during a ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Dakota Wesleyan University.
