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(File)A new academic year is on the horizon, and education leaders are preparing to encounter new laws, new budgets, and of course new students. -
While the state improved its national ranking for teacher pay during the 23-24 school year, it’s still in the bottom five. However, advocates say future solutions aren’t going to come easy as the Legislature looks to cut a major education funding source.
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She says the district is right on the cusp of major change for the better. -
A recent study found 55 percent of Sioux Falls students attend college — five percentage points below the state average. Now, one organization wants improve Sioux Falls’ numbers — and student opportunities. -
An ‘expanded’ Rushmore Music Festival is underway in the Black Hills. The festival brings dozens of students and faculty artists together every summer to focus on music education. -
State leaders are awarding more than $1.5 million to develop job training at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. -
Kendra Ericson is named the next President of Western Dakota Technical College. -
This summer, some undergraduate students at SD Mines are foregoing the traditional summer vacation to attend a 10-week summer research program that integrates ceramics with science. -
Pell Grants send thousands of lower-income students to college each year across America. However, proposed changes could lower that number drastically, often in the communities that need it most. -
Youth and Family Services is partnering with Rushmore Tramway Adventures in Keystone for a free day of adventure. -
The state Board of Education Standards is considering fundamental changes to student-goal practices for South Dakota schools. Though this isn’t the first time the proposal has been raised. -
While education can lead to higher paying careers, it all starts with finding that first actual job. At the most recent Board of Technical Education meeting, the state’s education leaders dove into the job placement rates.
