Thank you, Dean, for your work in serving districts, students, staff and families in South Dakota!

Jen serves the Watertown School District. In her first year as a sped director, SDCASE has provided connections and support. Welcome, Jen!

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Public funds should stay with public education.

Toni serves the Hill City School District. She feels an area of need that districts face is mental health support for students, as the needs are increasing. Thank you for your service to staff, students, and families, Toni!

Heather serves the Sioux Valley School District in a dual role as elementary principal and special education director. Membership in professional organizations such as SDCASE provides the realization that others face similar challenges—we are not alone and have support!

Congratulations to Mischelle Slaba for being recognized in Pierre today as the SASD/SDCASE Outstanding Administrator of Special Education! It was great to celebrate her today! 🎉🎊

Jennifer serves the Sisseton School District. She feels membership in SDCASE helps her be a better leader as it provides collaboration, professional development and builds relationships with other sped directors. Thanks for being a member, Jennifer!

Tricia is the Director of the Southeast Area Cooperative. She values the expertise and perspective of each team member. They bring out the best in students by bringing their gifts forward. Thank you for being a member of South Dakota CASE, Tricia!

Here are two South Dakota CASE members who make an impact on students, staff and families. Read about Emily and Jennifer, our featured Faces of SDCASE!

Renee serves districts, staff and students through her role as the Director of Core Educational Cooperative. She feels the shortage of teachers and related services staff is a big concern. Membership in CASE provides opportunities to advocate in this area of need.

Serving as the Director of the South Central Cooperative, Kristi sees the challenges related to special education staffing. Shortages in the number of teachers and related service providers are felt across the state. CASE is an advocate for change to help in this area of need.

Meet Jennifer and Kristin! They are two members of South Dakota CASE who are dedicated to leading programs that serve students with special needs. Thank you both for what you do every day!

Meet Stacy and Sarah! South Dakota CASE appreciates these leaders who are dedicated to guiding programs that serve students and their districts. Thank you both for what you do every day!

This School Choice Week, CEC is waving the red flag on vouchers that redirect public funds to private schools that do not need to comply with federal disability laws. Funneling public funds from public education harms children & youth with disabilities. exceptionalchildren.org/sites/default/…

SDCASE is advocating for special education issues through the Special Education Legislative Summit this week. Mental health, appropriations and the educator shortage are the hot topics. We look forward to our Hill visits. Your story -your program-your children-your voice matters