Education
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Stories about the state's students, teachers, schools, colleges and the latest changes in education as well as coverage of the state spelling bee, which South Dakota News Watch sponsors.
As student violence rises, state wants districts to have options
A 2024 survey found that aggressive behavior was the second-most common job complaint among educators behind low wages.
South Dakota students to compete in state spelling bee
The Feb. 7 competition at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell is the second state bee sponsored by South Dakota News Watch and DWU.
Fact brief: Was Rapid City’s M Hill the first of its kind in the United States?
A fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.
Student interest in SD energy programs on the rise
"The only thing I could envision myself doing in the future:" Three students in Lake Area Technical College's energy programs speak to News Watch about why they chose to join the rapidly growing sector.
Biotech: SD revs up for the future in a young, growing industry
State is 1 of 2 without an incentive program to create jobs in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, the military and other industries.
Biotech defined: Economic impact, SD companies and more
Industry leaders in the state are trying to make South Dakota a bigger part of a $3.2 trillion industry.
Hispanic population thrives in one small SD town
Rural towns like Plankinton, population 768, are growing their community services to fill needs.