Morgan Matzen
Education Reporter at Argus Leader
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1 day ago |
argusleader.com | Morgan Matzen
Starting next school year, Sioux Falls School District high schoolers will only be allowed to use their cell phones at lunch, not in-between classes in hallways. The decision is an update from the district’s previous decision on April 2 to let high schoolers use phones during both time periods. Next academic year, high school students can use their phones during lunch, but can’t use them during passing periods in the hallways.
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1 day ago |
thepublicopinion.com | Morgan Matzen
Starting next school year, Sioux Falls School District high schoolers will only be allowed to use their cell phones at lunch, not in-between classes in hallways. The decision is an update from the district’s previous decision on April 2 to let high schoolers use phones during both time periods. Next academic year, high school students can use their phones during lunch, but can’t use them during passing periods in the hallways.
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6 days ago |
argusleader.com | Morgan Matzen
New, contested South Dakota social studies standards will be implemented in the upcoming school year. The state has invested heavily in teacher training and resources, including a $6 million contract with Studies Weekly for elementary materials. Some districts, like Brandon Valley and Tea Area, have already begun adapting their curriculum and preparing teachers for the changes.
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6 days ago |
argusleader.com | Morgan Matzen
Despite faculty and student opposition, Kristi Noem will receive an honorary doctorate from Dakota State University and speak at commencement. DSU officials cited Noem's support for the university's programs during her time as governor. Student protests are planned for graduation day, including alternative messages on caps and a designated protest zone.
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1 week ago |
argusleader.com | Morgan Matzen
Five teachers from across the state of South Dakota have been named teachers of the year for their region, and could be named the South Dakota Teacher of the Year in the months to come. The regional teachers of the year, listed by their region number, are:Jenna Sinner, a high school science teacher in Webster. Gina Sershen, a fifth grade science teacher at Brandon Valley Intermediate School. Becky Haenfler, a fifth-seventh grade English language arts teacher in Avon.
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