Upcoming Events

Registration Deadline: January 12 It can be difficult to find training, education and best practice classroom strategies for students who have sensory difficulties and complex needs. Through a collaboration between the University of South Dakota, the South Dakota Deaf-Blind Project and the National Center on Deaf-Blindness, online professional development opportunities for teachers and related service providers is offered, with a variety of credit options available. Although the information is geared toward Deaf-Blindness, much of what is learned can be applied to students with severe disabilities/complex needs. This training is available for both in-state and out-of-state participants. For additional information regarding course content and registration, check us out on Eventbrite.

This course is designed to provide sign language vocabulary skills to parents and professionals working with individuals with disabilities who struggle with expressive and receptive communication. Participants will explore a variety of vocabulary that will promote clearer communication within the home, classroom, work or community environment. Feb. 20th - May 8th Thursdays 6:00-7:30 PM CST

Hiring someone with a disability is not an act of charity. One of the hardest things about living with a disability means living with the assumptions people will make. That's why it is important to understand that a candidate is to not be defined by his or her disability. Employers in South Dakota are hiring people with disabilities because it is good for businesses' bottom line. If you are a job seeker, please consider attending if you are looking for employment. Location: Augustana University Elmen Center, 2505 S. Grange Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105 If you are an employer, please consider registering for a vendor booth to interact and engage with prospective employees of all abilities!

A welcoming environment for parents and caregivers of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. We are excited to announce we will be offering childcare & a separate structured FUN activity for teens & adults while their parents attend group. Please register yourself & your child/teen/adult that will be attending. Childcare & teen/adult activity check-in will be from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. For more information or questions, contact Letty at (605) 357-1439 or communityeducation@usd.edu.

A welcoming environment for parents and caregivers of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. We are excited to announce we will be offering childcare & a separate structured FUN activity for teens & adults while their parents attend group. Please register yourself & your child/teen/adult that will be attending. Childcare & teen/adult activity check-in will be from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. For more information or questions, contact Letty at (605) 357-1439 or communityeducation@usd.edu.