Get ready for a great start to the new school year!
The Back-to-School Brigade and Resource Fair at Ellsworth Air Force Base is designed to help military families prepare for the 2026–2027 school year. Eligible military-connected students in kindergarten through 12th grade can receive a backpack filled with school supplies through Operation Homefront’s Back-to-School Brigade program. Families can also attend the Back-to-School Round Up Resource Fair to learn about services and supports available in the community.
Be sure to stop by the South Dakota Parent Connection booth while you are there. Our staff will be available to answer questions, share information and resources, and connect families to free supports for children and youth with disabilities and special health care needs. Whether you have questions about special education, transition planning, health care resources, or community services, we are here to help.
To register, scan the QR code below or use this LINK.
We look forward to meeting military families and helping students prepare for a successful school year!
