South Dakota Education Association

The proposal of so-called “education savings accounts” in the governor’s budget has left a sour taste in some mouths in the education community.

The South Dakota Education Association recognized Steve Hildebrand for his work through the Promising Futures Fund. We learn about the power of free book programs.

A new model for teacher compensation has reached the governors’ desk.

Sandra Waltman from the South Dakota Education Association shares her organization's priorities this session and how legislators could help address the teacher shortage.

Governor Kristi Noem’s office is clarifying her stance on mask wearing among students, after a campaign email last week says she’s encouraging them return…

In The Moment … July 21, 2020 Show 863 Hour 1The last school year ended with students and teachers doing everything virtually. Next month, it appears that…

The Council for Higher Education, or COHE, is continuing contract negotiations with the Board of Regents even after a bill banning collective bargaining…

In The Moment ... January 4, 2019 Show 488 Hour 1The South Dakota legislative session kicks off January 8 in Pierre. We welcome Mary McCorkle, president…

In The Moment ... January 30, 2018 Show 266 Hour 2House Bill 1199 has straightforward language. It's an act to prohibit collective bargaining by employees…

Mary McCorkle is president of the South Dakota Education Association. She is on her way to the National Education Association (NEA) Annual Meeting and…