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This workshop will provide basic information on applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for young adults aged 18 and over. Medical Relations Officers Sara Dicks and Tanya Heitzinger will help […]
This event is a one-day conference designed specifically for high school students with a disability who are considering post-secondary education at a college/university or a technical college. Pre-registration is required! […]
This event is a one-day conference designed specifically for high school students with a disability who are considering post-secondary education at a college/university or a technical college. Pre-registration is required! […]
Join our program on school-home communication for educators and families of children with autism! Are you the parent of a child with Autism between the ages of 3 and 21? […]
Join Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) for an Equity Talk webinar designed to empower healthcare professionals, community organizers, and public health advocates with effective strategies to enhance education […]
Kinship South Dakota offers support, resources, and assistance to kinship caregivers. Kinship caregivers include relatives, members of a tribe or clan, godparents, stepparents, or other adults who have a relationship […]
    Come join us for our 8th Annual Cookies & Cocoa event! We have lots of fun planned and Santa Claus will be visiting for pictures. Get ready for […]
Come visit with Courtney, South Dakota Parent Connection Outreach Specialist at the second annual Monster Mash event. She will be sharing information and resources for families. Dress up in your favorite […]
We would be honored to have you attend our annual board meeting. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP by October 22nd.
In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, New Directions Down Syndrome Association and All American Gymnastics Academy are hosting an All Abilities Open House. Come enjoy open gym with Active […]
Registration for the 2024 SDSLHA Annual Convention – Better Together, is now open! The 2024 SDSLHA Convention will be held October 3 and 4, 2024 at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel […]
Are you a family member of a child receiving developmental and/or educational services and supports, or a practitioner currently serving children 0-5. Your input is needed! The DEC Recommended Practices (DEC RPs) offer guidance […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is offering these sessions to provide information & resources to parents and young adults ages 14 – 21 with disabilities from Gettysburg and surrounding area. The […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is offering these sessions to provide information & resources to parents and young adults ages 14 – 21 with disabilities from the Rapid City area. The […]
South Dakota Parent Connection is offering these sessions to provide information & resources to parents and young adults ages 14 – 21 with disabilities from the Sioux Falls School District. […]
The ability to read proficiently is foundational to a student's success across all subjects in school. Struggling with reading can lead to difficulties not only in language arts but also in subjects like math, science, and social studies, where comprehension of written material is key. Early identification of students who need support and implementing effective strategies to assist them are crucial steps in ensuring that these students do not fall behind.
September 2024 through April 2025 Families and future professionals in the USD LEND (interdisciplinary leadership program) will be matched to share in some of the lived experiences of families, expanding […]
Don't know where to start when requesting an evaluation of your child at school? It is always recommended that you notify your child's school in writing. This letter provides a template for how to inform your child's school of your concerns and what you would like them to evaluate.
South Dakota Parent Connection and Disability Rights South Dakota developed a checklist for parents and educators to use when requesting an evaluation. This checklist will help identify areas of concern or reasons for a referral.
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