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While in the eye of the recent social studies standards storm, the state Board of Education Standards has many other responsibilities. On their docket this week – two items targeting the state’s teacher shortage.
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Right now, there are hundreds of openings for education positions across the state – but the answer to the teacher shortage might already be sitting in South Dakota’s classrooms.
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The state Department of Education announced the five teachers selected as Regional Teachers of the Year.
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There is a definite teacher shortage in South Dakota right now. Lawmakers have approved a proposal making it easier for schools to issue permits to student teachers, potentially retaining more of the state’s educators.
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After 16 hours of occasionally tense public hearings, South Dakota has its next generation of social studies standards. After the dust settles, the question remains – what next?
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As the snow keeps melting, the consequences of our harsh winter continue to hit school districts. From make-up days to virtual learning, each is making different adjustments.
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The debate over the next generation of social studies standards in the state has its final public hearing in Pierre next Monday. Now, some school administrators are joining the ever-growing opposition.
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Help wanted signs are prominent across the state as it continues to navigate a widespread workforce shortage. Could relaxing workplace licensing requirements be part of the solution for South Dakota?
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Rapid City was host to the state Board of Education Standards meeting, the third of four. Dozens of educators, administrators and parents made their voices heard in person, with hundreds of public comments submitted online.
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Tiffany Sanderson, secretary of South Dakota’s Department of Education, has been named the next president of Lake Area Technical College. The Watertown trade school announced the hiring this morning.