Sioux Falls School District

Make sure to tune in to Dakota News Now TONIGHT at 5:25 and 6:25 PM to see the summer student broadcasters doing the news! The team is made up of students from around the area, including some SFSD students. We look forward to seeing it! https://lnkd.in/gVBmzXKM

SFSD and Neighbors Partner to Develop Lincoln Commons https://lnkd.in/ghcK5pCE

The Sioux Falls School District is proud to announce the development of the South Dakota Native American Heritage Outdoor Education Space at Renberg Elementary! https://lnkd.in/gmv38aX6

Ag and Culinary Experiences Expanding Thanks to $1 Million Grant (Sioux Falls, SD) - Spring planting season is the perfect time to announce an exciting grant that will bring new equipment and experiences to the Sioux Falls School District CTE Academy. The District is pleased to announce a $1 Million grant award made possible by the 2023 SD Legislature to establish a cutting-edge urban agriculture center as an extension of CTE’s existing programming. The grant will purchase horticulture equipment like a utility tractor and skid steer for precision agriculture student experiences, along with state-of-the-art commercial kitchen equipment for expanded opportunities for students in the Culinary Arts program. This equipment is integral to furthering the vision of expanded agricultural opportunities in South Dakota’s largest school district. “Sioux Falls is growing, and we can’t afford to lose our rural roots. Our students need to understand the value of agriculture and the impact it has on the local, regional, national, and international economies,” says Dr. Jane Stavem, Superintendent. Additionally, the grant will purchase a calving pen, chute, and other items to be used in both the District’s Large and Small Animal Science courses. SFSD is also partnering with other supporters to build an urban agriculture center to house large and small animals such as chickens, rabbits, goats, etc. The urban ag center is in the design phase, with the operational timeline yet to be determined. “These grants are an investment not only in schools, but in the industries that support the South Dakota communities in which these students live,” said Secretary of Education Joe Graves. CTE programs integrate academic knowledge with technical skills, preparing students for careers through hands-on training and industry-aligned curriculum. By emphasizing real-world applications and essential employability skills, CTE equips students with the tools they need for success in both college and the workforce in fields such as agriculture, healthcare, hospitality, engineering, and more. 

Last night SFSD held the annual Native American Honoring Ceremony. This event honors our graduating (and 8th grade into 9th grade) Native American students in a way that is culturally significant and closely tied to certain practices and traditions. Congratulations to everybody who was honored!

This morning the Sioux Falls School District and Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire held a groundbreaking for Sioux Falls' first out-of-school time Club being built on to a school. The 16,000 square foot facility is being built at George McGovern Middle School and will include a multi-purpose gym, a teaching kitchen, art and audio studios, social spaces, and much more. This impactful initiative will provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth during critical out-of-school hours, which will empower young people, enhance their academic performance, and foster their personal and social development. The facility has a tentative Fall 2025 opening date. More photos from the day here: https://lnkd.in/gvm6KvhT

As the end of the school year approaches, schools across SFSD set aside time to honor students who have made significant academic and personal achievements. All four high schools have held honoring ceremonies this past week to shine a spotlight on these exceptional students. National Honor Society, perfect attendance, straight A seniors, seal of biliteracy recipients, students of the month, and many more are all honored for their commitment to excellence. More photos from the events here! https://lnkd.in/gKUiCGWi

The Roosevelt High School JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates) team has returned from the National Career Development Conference in St. Louis where they made some big moves! The girls PBL (Project Based Learning) team got 6th in the nation (!) for a project on Feeding South Dakota and another student placed 7th in financial literacy. Additionally, Morgan Putzier was able receive a scholarship through the opportunity. Congratulations on the wins!

Marcella LeBeau Elementary: NW Elementary Named for WWII Nurse and Native American Elder https://lnkd.in/gbs3WRxv

The Sioux Falls School District Spanish Immersion Program has options for students to become more fluent speakers in both English and Spanish. Multiple programs, one goal: fully bilingual students! Learn more about One-Way Spanish Immersion at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary in this video, and stay tuned for an upcoming video on Two-Way Immersion at Hayward and Rosa Parks Elementary. https://lnkd.in/gw4ievUz