Join us at Whittier Middle School for a FREE Community Health & Wellness Fair designed for the whole family! This fun, come-and-go event is a great way to explore local resources, learn about health and wellness, and enjoy activities together as a family. What You’ll Find: 50+ vendor booths Kid-friendly activities Health screenings Family games […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is happy to offer this virtual statewide support group for parents and guardians of children, youth, and young adults with disabilities. This group is a safe and welcoming place to learn, share, and connect with other families who understand your journey. Join this virtual resource from the comfort of your home. […]
The South Dakota Early Childhood Education Conference is a special event for people who work with young children. It brings together teachers, childcare providers, school staff, and other professionals from across South Dakota. This conference is all about learning new ideas, building skills, and making connections. It focuses on children from birth through age eight. […]
Join the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) for a friendly evening of connection and community. This is a great chance to meet the DDD team, self-advocates, and other families. You can ask questions, share ideas, or simply enjoy time together with others who understand the journey. Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 PM. You are welcome […]
Many children find reading challenging, and families often want simple ways to help at home. The Supporting Striving Readers at Home workshop from Learning Ally helps parents and caregivers better understand reading difficulties and learn practical strategies to support their child’s success. In this one-hour virtual session, families will learn how the brain learns to […]
Join the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) for a friendly evening of connection and community. This is a great chance to meet the DDD team, self-advocates, and other families. You can ask questions, share ideas, or simply enjoy time together with others who understand the journey. Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 PM. You are welcome […]
Join the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) for a friendly evening of connection and community. This is a great chance to meet the DDD team, self-advocates, and other families. You can ask questions, share ideas, or simply enjoy time together with others who understand the journey. Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 PM. You are welcome […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is happy to offer this virtual statewide support group for parents and guardians of children, youth, and young adults with disabilities. This group is a safe and welcoming place to learn, share, and connect with other families who understand your journey. Join this virtual resource from the comfort of your home. […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is proud to co-sponsor the 17th Annual Lighting the Way Autism Conference, a two-day event focused on supporting individuals with autism and those who care for them. This conference is appropriate for parents/caregivers, self-advocates, educators and school staff, service providers, community members, and professionals supporting individuals with autism (Earn Graduate Credit […]
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 […]
Join South Dakota Parent Connection at the Disability Resource Fair in Rapid City! This event is a great opportunity for individuals with disabilities, family members, caregivers, and professionals to learn about services and supports available in the community. Visit with organizations from across the region, gather information, and learn about resources that can help people […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is excited to participate in the 2026 Transition Summer Institute, a statewide learning opportunity for educators, school staff, transition professionals, and agency partners who support youth with disabilities as they prepare for life after high school. The Transition Summer Institute provides practical information, strategies, and resources to help professionals improve transition […]
