Dr. Maher discusses the continuous and ongoing measures our staff undertake to ensure schools are safe and secure places for students to learn. From a retired Army general as a risk manager, to our close partnership with the Sioux Falls Police Department and our School Resource Officers, to regular training for anything that could happen at school - including natural disasters, fires, or intruders.
The Sioux Falls School Board recently received the highest award possible from the Associated School Boards of South Dakota for their dedicated and ethical service to the students and communities they serve. The ASBSD Gold Level Board Recognition is based on the acronym of ALL. Act. Lead. Learn. The award recognizes the time, effort, and commitment put forth by Board members not only in regular board meetings, but also through activities and training opportunities offered through ASBSD, and demonstrated leadership through local, state, and national meetings, committees, and assemblies. This program recognize board members’ participation in outside activities, board development and training, and demonstrated leadership at various areas and levels.
Sioux Falls School District joins Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, will partner with other leading educators, entrepreneurs, and researchers from across the country
October 5, 2017 | Sioux Falls, SD - The Sioux Falls School District was accepted today into the League of Innovative Schools, a national coalition of forward-thinking school districts organized by Digital Promise, a nonprofit organization with the mission to accelerate innovation in education and improve the opportunity to learn for all through technology and research.
Sioux Falls School District was selected from a competitive national pool of applicants based on its leadership, evidence of results, innovative vision for learning, and commitment to collaboration.
Dr. Brian Maher, Superintendent of Sioux Falls Public Schools says, “The League of Innovative Schools is a highly-select group of K-12 programs that are on the cutting edge of defining the future of education. As Superintendent of the Sioux Falls School District, I couldn’t be more proud of our staff for creating a powerful momentum in the areas of student achievement and engagement. Our membership in the League of Innovative Schools will only accelerate the many great things already happening in our schools as we share our ideas and learn from some of this country’s best minds in education.”
OPEN HOUSE: Monday, October 23rd 4:00 pm-7:00 pmCTE Academy Mission: "To educate and prepare students for future success through specialized, relevant, career-oriented learning."
The Sioux Falls Career & Technical Education Academy would like to extend an invitation to ALL students, parents, community members and business owners to tour the facility and learn about the exciting opportunities available to students in the local area. Visitors will view our state of the art facility & lab equipment and have time to visit with instructors and counselors to learn more about our various courses and programs.
Dr. Brian Maher told us in September he had reason to believe we'd hear good news when the state reported graduation rates. The news was better than expected, but that doesn't mean our job is done.
