SD Department Of Education Awards Workforce Education Grants

News Staff
April 26, 2023
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PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Education is awarding its 2023 Workforce Education Grants.

Over 820-thousand dollars is being awarded to five technical and career education programs.

Edgemont School District is receiving nearly $85,000 in funding to purchase heavy equipment simulations for its architecture and construction program.

The Wall School District received the largest sum – $225,000 – and is using the funding for the construction of a Career and Technical Education space expansion.

Parker School District, Sioux Falls School District, and Woonsocket School District are receiving funds for various construction projects.

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