RSVP to join the South Dakota Education Equity Coalition for a powerful conversation on the future of Native educator pathways.

Indigenous students deserve to see themselves reflected in the classroom—and that starts with creating real, community-led pathways into teaching.

Join the South Dakota Education Equity Coalition (SDEEC) for a special coalition-wide session with Travis Lape, State Director of Educators Rising South Dakota, as we explore how schools, families, and Tribal education partners can collaborate to support the next generation of Native educators.

This is more than a presentation. It’s a conversation rooted in partnership and purpose.

Together, we’ll discuss:

• How to build and sustain “Grow Your Own” educator programs in Native communities

• Ways to engage youth early through hands-on teaching experiences

• Strategies to uplift and support Indigenous students who are already showing leadership

• Tools, stories, and insights to guide action and deepen local ownership