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USD Develops Teacher Apprenticeship Program, Addresses Teacher Shortage in the State
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Aug 07, 2023
Yankton School District Superintendent and USD Alumnus Wayne Kindle Leaves Positive Impact on Students
Guided by a leadership philosophy rooted in creating positive professional relationships and the golden rule, Wayne Kindle ‘93, ‘00, Ed.D., superintendent of the Yankton School District and University of South Dakota alumnus, has accomplished many goals throughout his 30-year career in South Dakota’s educational landscape.
Sep 15, 2023
Four Former, Current School of Education Faculty, Staff to be Honored With Legend of Delzell Awards
During the week of Dakota Days, the University of South Dakota School of Education will celebrate the annual Destination Delzell event, where four individuals will be recognized with Legend of Delzell Awards for their contributions to the School of Education.
Sep 05, 2023
Undergraduate Students Explore Impact of Education on Global Scale Through Study Abroad Experience
Eleven undergraduate students at the University of South Dakota, including nine students from the School of Education and two German language students, spent two weeks of their summer on a study abroad experience learning about education and school systems from a global perspective.
Jun 15, 2023
USD School of Education Receives $3 Million Grant to Address School Mental Health Provider Shortage
The University of South Dakota School of Education was awarded a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase the number of school mental health providers in high-need areas of the state.
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USD School of Education Graduate Programs Rank Highest in Dakotas
The University of South Dakota School of Education was ranked No. 149 on U.S. News and World Report’s 2023-2024 “Best Graduate Education Schools” list, ranking the highest in South Dakota and North Dakota.
Teacher Residency Policy Change Allows Education Students to Return to Home Communities
To combat the state’s teacher shortage, the University of South Dakota School of Education updated their Division of Teacher Residency & Education (TRE) placement policy in the fall of 2022 to allow education students to complete their residency in their hometown.
Online Seminar Encourages Rural Students to Become Educators
As the teacher shortage continues to take its toll on educators and schools across the state, the University of South Dakota School of Education continues to push initiatives that offer solutions.
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Honoring the Life and Legacy of Elizabeth Cook-Lynn
Summary: The University of South Dakota honors the life and legacy of alumna and influential Native American scholar Elizabeth Cook-Lynn, Ph.D., who passed away on July 5.
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First Cohort of Teacher Pathway Students Graduate From USD
Summary: The University of South Dakota School of Education is celebrating the graduation of the first cohort of Sioux Falls Teacher Pathway high school students.
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Longtime South Dakota Teacher and USD Alumna Gives Insight to State of Education
Summary: 2021 Sioux Falls School District Teacher of the Year Ann Robertson '92, M.A., '12, Ed.D., has lifelong ties to the University of South Dakota. Robertson credits her time at the university for opening doors to meaningful conversations and providing her with insight that she has carried with her throughout her career as an educator in the Sioux Falls School District.
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USD School of Education Ranked No. 58 for Online Master's Programs by U.S. News & World Report
Summary: The University of South Dakota School of Education was ranked No. 58 in the U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Online Master’s in Education Programs” list.
