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Rural Matters: Teacher Pathway Program Fills State’s Need for Qualified Teachers
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Rural Matters: Teacher Pathway Program Fills State’s Need for Qualified Teachers
The Teacher Pathway program launched as a partnership between the USD School of Education and the Sioux Falls School District in 2017 as a way to increase interest in the teaching profession while preparing students to become inspiring and encouraging leaders.

Former Coyote Football Player Recognized Nationally for Good Works in Community
DeValon Whitcomb ‘19 undoubtedly made an impact on the football field during his time as a defensive lineman and team captain for the South Dakota Coyotes football team, but it’s his work off the field that has gotten him recognition recently.

USD Celebrates Graduates at 135th Commencement Ceremony
The University of South Dakota will honor over 2,100 graduating students at the 2022 spring commencement ceremonies, to be held Saturday, May 7 in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center.
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USD Head Start Preschool Open House Times
Summary: The University of South Dakota Head Start is hosting several upcoming open houses to introduce families to the preschool experience. Sites will be set up with activities for children, and families will have the opportunity to visit with staff and apply for the program in person. -
Teacher Pathway Program Leads to Hire in the Sioux Falls School District
Summary: When she graduates with her degree in Elementary Education this weekend, Alisa Larsen, a Sioux Falls, South Dakota, native, will become the first student to complete the Teacher Pathway Program at the University of South Dakota School of Education. -
Head Start Director Presented with Child Advocate of the Year Award
Summary: Carmen Stewart, director of the University of South Dakota Head Start program, was recently presented with the Child Advocate of the Year Award by the Clay County Child Protection Team. -
USD to Host Summer Camp to Help Middle School Students Explore Careers
Summary: The University of South Dakota is one of three South Dakota college campuses hosting a Dakota Dreams Career Exploration Summer Camp. The USD camp will take place June 26-30, in partnership with Southeast Technical College.