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Summer Camp: Grandparents Camp

Joy Ranch 16633 448th Ave, Florence, United States

The core mission of the Joy Ranch is to empower individuals of all ages and abilities to achieve life-changing experiences through equine companionship and compassionate support, while fostering growth, resilience, and a sense of community. Please note - camps are filling fast! The Jr. Kids and Horses Camp for July1, 2025 is FULL. REGISTER your […]

Back to School Round Up, Ellsworth Air Force Base

Ellsworth Air Force Base, Dakota's Club 2838 Arnold Drive, Ellsworth, SD, United States

The Back-to-School Round-Up Resource Fair is a fun event for families at Ellsworth Air Force Base. The event is free and open to everyone with base access. At the fair, kids can join the "Mission to Mars" activity, where they travel through different "planets," visiting booths from local schools and community organizations. As they explore, […]

ADA Festival 35, Sioux Falls

Levitt at the Falls 504 N. Phillips, Sioux Falls, United States

Come celebrate with South Dakota Parent Connection and other community resources at ADA Festival 35—a fun and meaningful event for the whole community! This festival honors the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the many people with disabilities who are an important part of our world. We’ll gather on July 26, the day the ADA […]

Summer Camp: We Get It Family Camp

Joy Ranch 16633 448th Ave, Florence, United States

The core mission of the Joy Ranch is to empower individuals of all ages and abilities to achieve life-changing experiences through equine companionship and compassionate support, while fostering growth, resilience, and a sense of community. Please note - camps are filling fast! The Jr. Kids and Horses Camp for July 1, 2025 is FULL. REGISTER […]

Back to School Bash, SDUIH, Sioux Falls

South Dakota Urban Indian Health Clinic, Sioux Falls 1200 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, United States

To gear up for the 2025-2026 school year, South Dakota Urban Indian Health (SDUIH) will be hosting its annual Back to School Bash at the SDUIH Sioux Falls clinic! Stop by for food, vendor booths, prizes, sports physicals, and vaccines as available. Visit their event page here —>https://sduih.org/events/ Questions? Please contact the SDUIH clinic at: […]

Summer Camp: Kids & Horses (August)

Joy Ranch 16633 448th Ave, Florence, United States

The core mission of the Joy Ranch is to empower individuals of all ages and abilities to achieve life-changing experiences through equine companionship and compassionate support, while fostering growth, resilience, and a sense of community. Please note - camps are filling fast! The Jr. Kids and Horses Camp for July 1, 2025 is FULL. REGISTER […]

2025 Behavioral Health Conference

Sioux Falls Convention Center 1201 N West Avenue, Sioux Falls, United States

The South Dakota Department of Social Services invites you to the free, two-day 2025 Behavioral Health Conference, themed "Your Journey Matters." What to Expect At this conference, you'll have the opportunity to learn about: Prevention and Treatment: Understanding how to prevent and treat mental health and substance use issues. Recovery Supports: Discovering resources to help […]

Empower South Dakota – 2025 Diabetes Conference

Sioux Falls Convention Center 1201 N West Avenue, Sioux Falls, United States

Join us for the Empower Conference, a two-day event for people living with diabetes, their families, and anyone looking to learn more about preventing or managing diabetes. This event will help you learn more about diabetes care, connect with others, and meet helpful vendors who support diabetes treatment. You can attend keynote presentations and breakout […]

Happy Generosity County Fair Tent 2025

Brown County Fair

Here is another chance to visit with local agencies to learn more about their services and receive valuable information and resources. South Dakota Parent Connection has partnered with the Aberdeen Area Non-Profit Network to provide information at this year's fair. The tent will be open each day of the fair, and South Dakota Parent Connection […]

Early Intervention Conference

Mitchell Technical Institute 1800 East Spruce Street, Mitchell, United States

Learn  and Grow at This Early Childhood Event! Join us for a day full of helpful sessions focused on early childhood development, family support, and community resources. You’ll hear from experts on topics like observing young children, supporting families without housing, and ways to help children with developmental delays. We’ll also talk about programs like […]

Celebrating Families Back-to-School Resource Fair

Faith Lutheran Church 601 N Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Prairie View Prevention Services, Inc. is hosting this back-to-school resource fair. Bring your family for a fun, free event to get ready for school! Kids in Pre‑K through 12th grade can pick up a new pack of socks and underwear—one pack per child, while supplies last. Enjoy a free lunch starting at 10:00 AM. You can […]

Back to School Community Resource Fair, Rapid City

Uptown Rapid Mall 2200 N Maple Ave, Rapid City, United States

11:00-2:00 CT / 10:00-1:00 MT A brand-new school year is right around the corner, and South Dakota Parent Connection is helping kick things off with a celebration the whole family will love! Join us at the Rapid City Area Back-to-School Fair for three jam-packed hours of resources, fun, and freebies designed to help parents and […]

Featured Resource

Check out our most recent publication, “What Parents Should Know… About Special Education in South Dakota” created with the deep belief that knowledge is power, especially when it comes to advocating for the rights and needs of children with disabilities within the educational system.