South Dakota Department of Education

Gov. Larry Rhoden said South Dakota is participating in a federal program funding private education for students. While similar to waiver programs previously rejected by state lawmakers, these offer a distinction.

The Government Operations and Audit Committee’s November meeting looked at three major issues tied to voter interests: education, election integrity and the governor’s spending.

The State Department of Education found modest successes and areas in need of improvement on the 2024-25 state report cards.

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.

In a statement, a Department of Education spokesperson writes the State Library is currently culling its collections and resources, and the MacKay Building is closed until that work is completed.

Though proposed cuts have received backlash, committee members say this bill is a happy medium that “saves” the state’s library system.

A House education panel is recommending a budget committee not cut the state library budget. The idea was first proposed in December by former-Governor Kristi Noem, who is now Secretary of Homeland Security.

A new education assessment report puts South Dakota students at or above the national average in two subjects.

Eligible organizations interested in receiving a Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant can now submit an intent to apply.

The state Department of Education is looking for sponsors for a federally funded program that provides nutritious meals and snacks to kids during the summer.