SD EHDI Collaborative

10/20/2026

Take a look at this great resource on strengthening family leadership!

Over the past several years, South Dakota's Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) initiative has worked alongside families, community partners, and state leaders to strengthen family voice and leadership across early childhood systems.

We're excited to share Growing Family Leadership in South Dakota: A Practical Guide for Building Authentic Family Engagement and Shared Leadership.

This resource captures lessons learned through the ECCS project and translates them into practical strategies, tools, and recommendations that organizations can use to build meaningful partnerships with families and create opportunities for shared leadership.

When families are recognized as experts in their own experiences, stronger systems and better outcomes follow.

https://sdcpcm.com/publications/eccs-family-leadership-guide

10/16/2026

You're Invited! Join Us!

South Dakota Parent Connection invites you to our Annual Board Meeting! This event is open to the public, and we'd love to have you join us as we reflect on our work supporting South Dakota families.

Saturday, October 24, 2026
9:30–11:00 AM
3701 W. 49th St., Suite 102, Sioux Falls

Breakfast will be provided! Please RSVP by October 20 using the QR code on the flyer or this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H5CKPMT

We hope to see you there! 💙💛

10/15/2026

Augustana University Deaf Awareness is hosting the Deaf Awareness Fall Carnival on Sunday, October 18th 1:00-4:00 pm at Peace Lutheran Churhc, 5509 W 41st St, Sioux Falls. If you want more information, reach out to [email protected]. Hope to see you there!

10/13/2026

The South Dakota Department of Health invites you to complete a brief survey to better understand current practices, needs, and referral pathways related to adolescent reproductive health, healthy relationship counseling, and associated resources. This survey is part of a larger effort that aims to....

10/13/2026

Help shape the future of maternal and infant health in South Dakota.

Whether you are pregnant, a parent, family member, caregiver, or health care professional, the South Dakota Department of Health wants to hear from you.

Take this 5–10-minute survey to share what is working well, where challenges exist, and what support South Dakota families need most. Your feedback will help guide future maternal and infant health investments and improvements through South Dakota’s Rural Health Transformation Program.

Take the survey: https://ow.ly/Vequ50ZWT7Q



This post is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program, a financial assistance award totaling $189,477,607.26 with 100% funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the South Dakota DOH and DSS and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

10/10/2026

Routine hearing screenings continue throughout childhood!

School health screenings can play an important role in identifying potential health concerns early.

Heidi Burns, RN, with Public Health Nursing Services in Philip, recently screened 71 students at Kadoka Elementary School for vision, hearing, and oral health concerns.

Heidi also saw increased participation in fluoride varnish compared with last year, helping support preventive oral health for students.

This year, Heidi is working with five school districts to provide screenings and help connect students and families with important preventive health services across the West Central Region.

10/07/2026

Great work!!!

10/07/2026

Looking ahead to 2027!

Attention Midwest Conference on Deaf Education friends! SPREAD THE WORD!

Thank you for those who have already submitted proposals!
We are currently accepting presenter proposals! https://forms.gle/QLa7U2gbMKfakUYH8
If you already know you want a vendor booth, click here: https://forms.gle/VTNBC8beu3SciWt58

Thank you to our sponsors - we appreciate your support!
Gallaudet University Regional Center - Midwest, Iowa School for the Deaf, North Dakota School for the Deaf Resource Center, Nebraska Regional Programs, Augustana University, South Dakota Hands & Voices, and South Dakota Services for the Deaf

10/07/2026

Some great resources from our friends at the Center for Disabilities and the DeafBlind Program!

Have you explored the Sensory Disabilities LibGuide created by our South Dakota Program? Take a look here: https://bit.ly/40UsG07