Journey Elementary

This young lady was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOftheDay by Mrs. Amolins for taking responsibility for her own learning by following expectations, working hard, and being kind. #TeamJourney #OurLearners #ReachforTheStars #WorkHardBeKind

As we celebrate American Education Week, this shoutout goes to Kelsie Roby at Journey, who provides steady, calm support that keeps classrooms running smoothly and helps learners feel understood and ready to succeed. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

As we honor American Education Week, we’re celebrating Grace Juergens at Journey for bringing consistency, teamwork, and structure to her classroom, helping learners stay focused and confident. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

This American Education Week spotlight goes to Mrs. Amolins at Journey, whose daily effort ensures students and staff feel seen, heard, and supported — strengthening the entire school community. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek

This American Education Week shoutout goes to Morgan Ugland at Journey, who builds strong relationships that help fifth graders feel safe, valued, and excited to learn each day. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

A shoutout during American Education Week recognizes Wendy Christiansen at Journey, who designs music experiences that let every learner shine and creates an environment full of confidence and joy. We are #TigerProud! 🐾 #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

A shoutout for American Education Week goes to Ana Pardee at Journey, who creates a structured, positive space and plans meaningful experiences like book clubs that get learners excited to read. We are #TigerProud! #AmericanEducationWeek 🇺🇸

Join us for our next Foundation Friday on December 12 as we focus on Achievement and Arts. You’ll hear how students learn and lead through vocal music, explore Project Lead the Way (PLTW) pathways in health science, engineering, and cyber security, and tour facilities as we navigate the benefits of movement through wellness. We’ll review the Annual Report and wrap up with a panel featuring learners and staff in each area. 🔗 REGISTER: https://bit.ly/42vNIWb

DOE seeks nominations for 2026 SPED Staff of the Year
The department’s Office of Special Education Programs is accepting nominations for the 2026 SPED Staff of the Year award (https://forms.gle/opekEPdTMPdPPFMu8). Parents or guardians may nominate SPED teachers, SPED directors, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, or paraprofessionals who made an outstanding impact in their child’s education and have served in their profession for three or more years. Nominations are due Jan. 9 and the announcement will be at the South Dakota SPED Conference in Sioux Falls on March 4. Please share this information with your school community. Contact Stacy Holzbauer (Stacy.Holzbauer@state.sd.us) with questions.