SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – It’s a day that needs no reminder: the first day of school. From new programs to safety reminders, KDLT News talked a number of topics with district officials this morning. For the interviews, see below. Categories: Community, Education, KDLT News Today, KDLT News Today Interviews, Local News, News Tags: Back to School, Sioux Falls School District
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Many students might be excited about heading back to school but others could really be struggling. Especially those heading into high school. “There’s always going to be that natural anxiety when starting up, especially if you’re starting high school or middle school,” said Mallory Kloucek with NAMI SD. Health experts say symptoms of mental illness often…
SIOUX FALLS, SD— The school year has already started in cities like Mitchell, Aberdeen, Pierre, and Yankton. But in Sioux Falls public school resume on Thursday, and the school district and police department have a reminder for drivers; slow down. “I would challenge you to think of that big yellow school bus not as that big piece of metal, but…
FOREST CITY, Iowa (AP) – An Iowa school district is considering installing solar panels on land it recently bought near its high school. The Forest City school district is evaluating several options for the 17.3 acres of land it purchased near its high school. Superintendent Darwin Lehmann says using the land to generate solar power would help power the high…
SIOUX FALLS, SD— As the new school year begins, one thing students need to think about is proper backpack usage. “When we look at an ideal backpack, we want to go between the small or medium-sized backpack. Just so that can limit the amount of weight that can be carried,” said Dr. Mike Clarke, HealthSource Chiropractic. “When we look at the…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The upcoming school year is just days away for some. While the focus is usually wrapped around classes and school supplies — this year is different. Four words — displayed in schools around the state — sparking a conversation around the country. Governor Kristi Noem signed a law requiring the national motto “In God We Trust”…
MARION, S.D.- More and more schools are considering switching to a four day week. In South Dakota, 34 of the 149 school districts have already made the change according to the South Dakota Department of Education. But what exactly does that look like? The Marion School District made the switch three years ago. They have four-day weeks, Monday through Thursday….
SIOUX FALLS, SD— Overtime parking tickets could become a charitable donation. Sioux Falls City Council Members Theresa Stehly and Pat Starr are proposing that instead of paying the fine, citizens can pay for school supplies. The city council members say the fines would be a donation to the Banquet school supply program. The program was originally funded by “K-Mart” and “Shopko.”…
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The Iowa State Board of Education has delayed final action on new rules that would limit districts from using seclusion rooms to discipline students. On Thursday the board rejected the proposed changes in a section of the Iowa Code that governs how schools restrain and seclude students. The board decided to seek more feedback in…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Technology in the classroom, unique teaching methods, and upcoming goals for the Sioux Falls School District were all discussed at the 2019 State of the School Board address on Thursday. Superintendent Dr. Brian Maher says this year, the district’s key areas of focus are graduation rates, teaching students coping and stress skills, retaining employees, and management…
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The Iowa State Board of Education has adopted new rules that would require lap-shoulder seat belts on all new buses bought by school districts and state-accredited nonpublic schools. The administrative rules adopted Thursday are still subject to legislative review. Other safety equipment required would include one additional stop arm per bus, hand rails, exterior boarding…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D – It’s still July and kids are soaking up the last few weeks of summer. Teachers, however, are already gearing up. Teachers are passionate, but keeping the classroom stocked and become a financial burden. “There are a lot of things that just add up over the course of when you are thinking, you know, I need this and…
A federal watchdog agency says thousands of student loan borrowers may be getting their monthly payments lowered by lying about income and family size. The Government Accountability Office issued a report Thursday finding potential fraud in the Education Department’s income-driven repayment program, which adjusts borrowers’ federal loan payments based on income and family size. Investigators found 95,100 cases in which…
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) – The University of Northern Iowa and University of Iowa are identifying areas that could be trimmed to handle revenue limitations. The Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that officials say in budget documents sent to the Iowa Board of Regents that Northern Iowa expects to receive $3 million less to spend this coming year than last, in…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Wednesday was a special day for the former University Center in Sioux Falls. The ribbon-cutting for the new Community College for Sioux Falls took place today. The University of South Dakota has taken control of the institution. The re-branded school will target students who want to earn a two-year associate degree and it will still offer…
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) – The national motto “In God We Trust” has been painted on prominent walls of 23 public school buildings in Rapid City, South Dakota. It’s in keeping with a new state law that requires the motto be displayed on public school grounds in prominent locations, including cafeterias, common areas and entryways. The Rapid City Journal reports…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The education landscape in Sioux Falls is about to change with a new high school and middle school set to open in two years. But what does that mean for where your child will attend? Superintendent Dr. Brian Maher says they don’t know what the new boundaries will look like yet. The groundwork is beginning with…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – We all know how expensive back to school supplies can be. Not only for parents & families, but teachers as well. Teachers often have to use their own funds to stock the classroom. Which is why, in recent years, a number of current and former teachers have banded together to put on their own sale, or…
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- Celebrations for Apollo 11’s 50th anniversary are taking place a little closer to home. Soiuxland Libraries are excited to announce an “out of this world” experience. Two “NASA backpacks” are now available for checkout. They’re full of opportunities to learn more about the science of space. Some items include a moon map, a “funscope” telescope, and books…
Sioux Falls, S.D – The school year is still weeks away, but many teachers around the Sioux Empire are already getting prepared. For many, they are facing a problem before they even step foot inside the classroom. Teachers like Elizabe th Larson take pride in their students’ growth. “I have worked with so many young children, that’s where my heart…
