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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.
Request Printed Resource To request a printed copy of any of our materials, please complete the form below. "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 3 33% Parent Information Full […]
Please RSVP at (605) 362-3550 or email i-l-c@ilcchoices.org.
Take place the second Tuesday of each month. Meet other individuals with visual impairments to support, encourage, and share with each other struggles, triumphs, lessons learned, etc. If transportation is […]
Proven Systems for Solving Disorganization, Procrastination, and Missed Deadlines Unrelenting patterns of disorganization, procrastination, and late assignments wear down and discourage many parents of students with ADHD as the school year grinds on. […]
RSVP to Kerry at (605) 275-7536 or kerry.ruth@sdsd.sdbor.edu.
It’s hard to believe but summer is rapidly drawing to a close. Time to start thinking about another school year. What lessons did you learn from the last academic go-around? […]
You can visit the Agency with Choice website here. You can also email and ask us questions at DDD.Update@state.sd.us. Please stay in touch with us. If you’re not receiving emails […]
A toolkit with two tip sheets to assist primary care teams and their young adult patients with ID/DD to plan for disasters and emergencies. The toolkit was developed with an […]
This webinar will provide an overview of the behavioral onset patterns of ADHD as well as the early signs, symptoms, and treatment for preschool children with suspected ADHD. In this […]
As you prepare to send your children back to school, don’t forget to complete your free/reduced meal application that needs to be completed each year. A surefire way to improve […]
Children who are quick to anger and lash out are sometimes labeled as oppositional or defiant. According to the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model, those concerning behaviors are best viewed […]
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