The Center for Disabilities of SD

05/21/2026

This is an exciting FREE opportunity for South Dakota students with disabilities ages 14-21, who are still enrolled in a secondary school, in developing critical social skills for workplace readiness and self-advocacy!

Dates:
July 6, 2026
July 9, 2026
July 13, 2026
July 16, 2026
July 20, 2026
July 23, 2026
July 27, 2026
July 30, 2026

Times: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM CT

Location: Online

Cost: Free

Please note that students are expected to attend all sessions if possible.

For more information or to learn how to register, please contact Jon Wallner at jon.wallner@usd.edu or 605-357-1516, or Emily Meier at emily.a.meier@usd.edu.

05/20/2026

The BEAM-SD (Behavioral Health, Education, Access, and Management for South Dakota) team is inviting educators across the state to complete a brief Educational Professional Needs Assessment.

BEAM-SD supports healthcare, education, and behavioral health professionals in addressing the behavioral health needs of children and adolescents (ages 0–21) through no-cost programming, including:
• Professional-to-professional consultation
• Education and training
• Resources and tools
• Care coordination support

Your feedback will help guide the development of:
• Free education and training opportunities
• FERPA-compliant consultation line services
• Website-based tools and resources for educators

The survey is completely anonymous, and responses cannot be linked back to participants. As a thank you, participants may choose to enter a drawing for a chance to win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

The survey closes May 22, 2026.

See the survey here: https://southdakota.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1IkV2DOLvoF77Vk

05/19/2026

Register for our Autism Spectrum Education and Resources Training (ASERT) 2026–2027!

ASERT is a mentorship-supported, application-based virtual training designed to help educators strengthen autism programming and move from assessment to meaningful intervention and program development.

Training Dates:
• August 3 & 4, 2026
• September 24, 2026
• October 22, 2026
• November 19, 2026
• January 14, 2027

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT
Location: Online
Cost: $250

Join educators from across the region for this engaging and practical professional development opportunity.

To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asert-autism-spectrum-education-and-resources-training-2026-tickets-1987560820919

05/18/2026

Join us for the 5th annual Run Walk & Roll on Saturday, September 12, 2026! This inclusive event welcomes people of all ages and abilities for a day focused on health, wellness, and community connection across South Dakota.

Choose from a timed 5K or a FREE 1-mile fun run, walk, and roll. The event will also feature yoga in the park, a mascot race, food trucks, and more fun for the whole family.

This year’s event highlights the importance of early childhood development and the impact of early identification, intervention, and support.

Schedule of Events:
• 8:00 AM – Packet pick-up & yoga/stretching
• 9:00 AM – 5K start
• 9:45 AM – Yoga/stretching
• 10:00 AM – Mascot race & 1-mile fun run, walk & roll
• 12:00 PM – Event concludes

Discounts available for groups of 3 or more. Kids 12 and under participate for just $25. Register by August 24 to guarantee your event shirt size!

Register here:https://runsignup.com/Race/SD/SiouxFalls/CenterforDisabilitiesRunWalkRoll?fbclid=IwY2xjawR4CkxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLZHMybmpWYUxWTUpNbjZic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlDykyIobnCdT1u7_Ero9JfrtwEbTn2hJBrqd8pblFb9DubWbmcSsLfZeO8o_aem_rvBefYepMdXm1eASkqFvng

05/14/2026

We want to hear from you!

Help us improve the South Dakota Center for Disabilities website by taking a few minutes to explore our site and complete our Website Satisfaction Survey by June 28, 2025. Your feedback helps us continue providing quality resources and information to our community.

Website & Survey Link: https://southdakota.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QYzOzXKpyi9T7M?fbclid=IwY2xjawRyyH9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExZDZIeFVLTmptWk9NNXpwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrLmw7NCqreOBRhiGSvmALPlQN_IujuIVKFhmDP2CPldhYiFBB90Zu5fAHCd_aem_54pXIGvIb2wLNPwnfOqIDA

All responses are strictly confidential. We do not collect identifying information such as names, email addresses, or IP addresses.

Thank you for helping us strengthen our website and better serve our community!

05/13/2026

Check out this 3-part series through Association of University Centers on Disabilities! Register below in their post!

Join AUCD's Community Education and Dissemination Council this summer for the Access for All: Building Digital and Document Accessibility Skills series!

📅 May 21 – July 16, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM ET
💻 Virtual via Zoom

This 3-part series, PowerPoint and Presentation Accessibility: Making Slides Accessible for All, will explore best practices for creating accessible and inclusive presentations.

Sessions will:
✔️ Cover the fundamentals of presentation accessibility
✔️ Share practical tips and best practices you can apply immediately
✔️ Build skills for creating more accessible digital presentations

Featuring Amy M. Rieser from the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND).

Register today at https://www.aucd.org/events



ID: A promotional flyer for AUCD’s “CEDC Access for All: Building Digital and Document Accessibility Skills” webinar series. The flyer features a white and dark blue design with the AUCD logo at the top and a “CC” accessibility icon in the upper-right corner. It includes the event date and time, a headshot of Amy M. Rieser from the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, and a QR code directing viewers to register at aucd.org/events. The text highlights presentation accessibility, practical accessibility tips, and inclusive digital content best practices.

05/13/2026

Have you registered yet? Don't forget!

During the Summer of 2026, we will be offering An Introduction to DeafBlindness and DeafBlindness: Communication Strategies. This is a professional development opportunity through a collaboration with the University of South Dakota (USD) DeafBlind Program.

The courses will run from June 9 to August 7, 2026. Learn more about the courses at the registration link below.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/professional-development-concentration-in-deafblindness-tickets-1983626256531?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawRxlNhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlY1RFZnNVMjlLNjg5RmJhc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHm9YnZfKpXeLPmV1TlKRYc1nuv9_sunSZSqkjzhrp3jzZtuz48nTfG-usleU_aem_TQNjaQw6p_tfb1wYDY0TZA

05/12/2026

Did you hear that we are hiring? We are looking for a Licensed Provider (SLP, OT, or related professional) to join our team!

In this role, you will deliver clinical services, mentor professionals, and help shape evidence-based practices for individuals with disabilities across the lifespan. You’ll work alongside an exceptional interdisciplinary team, contribute to diagnostic clinics, develop statewide training and resources, and be part of a workplace culture grounded in collaboration, respect, and purpose.

If you are passionate about meaningful work and lifelong learning, we would love to meet you.

See the full job description and apply here: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/47788?fbclid=IwY2xjawRwUc1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxeUw3aXd2UzdlRW44VVZGc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHioqxL2t5N7-IO5hzxOX3vZVvP4Gwdh25BFVvyLjLNAacgApj-kJJMHxDf1b_aem_cU2Y05oyPdhFqwFYPqwEsQ

05/12/2026

We love donating books to the Wegner Health Sciences Library! Head there and check them out!

More than 60 years later, Billy Mills’ victory in the 10,000-meter run at the Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games remains one of the greatest upsets and greatest motivational stories in Olympic history. A member of the Oglala Lakota tribe, Mills grew up on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
Thank you to Center for Disabilities of SD for the donation to our collection!

05/11/2026

Happening this week!

Please join us for the 2026 SD LEND Symposium on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.

This in-person event will celebrate the 2025–2026 cohort and the meaningful work they have accomplished throughout the year. Trainees will present and showcase their research, offering insights into disability leadership, advocacy, and community impact. Their projects reflect a strong commitment to building more inclusive systems and supporting individuals with disabilities and their families.

The symposium is a great opportunity to learn from emerging leaders, connect with professionals and community members, and engage in thoughtful conversation around important topics in the disability field. The event will conclude with awards recognizing outstanding work and achievements. Hors d’oeuvres will be served for all guests.

05/07/2026

We want to hear from you!

Help us improve the South Dakota Center for Disabilities website by taking a few minutes to explore our site and complete our Website Satisfaction Survey by June 28, 2025. Your feedback helps us continue providing quality resources and information to our community.

Website & Survey Link: https://southdakota.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QYzOzXKpyi9T7M

All responses are strictly confidential. We do not collect identifying information such as names, email addresses, or IP addresses.

Thank you for helping us strengthen our website and better serve our community!