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WE'RE HERE! Please reach out for support & assistance! Call Us 1-800-640-4553 . . . . . . . . Email Us sdpc@sdparent.org . . . . . . . . Message Us Facebook / Website . . . . . . . . In-Person Make an appointment . . . . . . . . Events Calendar . . . . . . . . Follow Us ‌ ‌ TRAVEL INTO SUMMER READING A fun & motivating way for kids to do some reading this summer! Request your ‘Travel into Summer Reading’ packet K-1-2 / 3-4-5 before June 11th! Each child will need their own packet- order as many as you need for your family of readers. Inside the packet are 10 travel destination reading activities to complete. Be one of the first 25 travelers to send your signed sheet back and receive a $20 gift card! To order your packets e-mail sdpc@sdparent.org or call 1-800-640-4553 before June 11th. Download Flyer For More Info

SUMMER TRAINING OPPORTUNITY FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS Do you provide family literacy events in your building? Are you looking for ways to partner with families to improve literacy for students in your school? Join us for a unique train-the-trainer opportunity in Sioux Falls and Rapid City! More Information and Registration

Sioux Falls  Tuesday, June 8th Rapid City Thursday, June 24th

VIRTUAL STATEWIDE SIBSHOP IN JUNE Tuesday, June15th - 6 PM CT/5 PM MT Online Virtual Sibshops are for brothers and sisters, ages 8 to 13, who have a sibling with special needs or disabilities. Sibshops are a time to do action packed activities, play goofy games, and talk with other siblings who really know what it is like to have a sibling with a disability. Register Online / Call 1.605.361.3171/ Email

SD PUBLIC BROADCASTING EARLY LEARNING INITIATIVE A comprehensive program that provides educators, home schoolers, daycare providers, parents and guardians the tools they need to create a wholistic learning experience to prepare children for Kindergarten. Check it out here>> Sign up for SDPB's Early Learning Initiative Newsletter! A weekly newsletter dedicated exclusively to young learners and those who care for them.

SD LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM South Dakota! Let’s get 100,000 participating in summer reading 2021!   Can you feel Spring in the air? Summer Reading is almost here! There are "chameleon" reasons to sign up for summer reading program at your local library! Bring your family and friends to attend in-person, outdoor, take home or virtual programming! The theme is animals and the slogan is “Tales and Tails” so visit your local library and share a tale with friends. Learn more here>>>

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD OPEN FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COUNCIL STATE PLAN FFY 2022-2026 As the South Dakota Council on Developmental Disabilities develops its new five-year state plan, they want your help to prioritize the Council's activities. Please take a few minutes to respond to this survey by July 14th. You can use this link to answer the online survey anonymously You can print the attached PDF, complete the survey and mail to the Council (2520 E Franklin St, Suite 4, Pierre, SD 57501) Or, you can print the attached PDF, complete the survey, scan and return via email to arlene.poncelet@state.sd.us

13TH ANNUAL LIGHTING THE WAY AUTISM CONFERENCE - VIRTUAL

Monday, June 7th at 9 AM CT/8 AM MT Dr. Kerry Magro Tuesday, June 8th at 9 AM CT/ 8 AM MT Dr. Kari Oyen

This FREE conference will launch the week of June 7-11, kicking off the week with 90-minute live keynote presentations. The remainder of the conference is on-demand, pre-recorded sessions. Build your own conference schedule throughout the month of June. More Information & Registration Downloadable Flyer

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