South Dakota Parent Connection

South Dakota Parent Connection Proudly Serving Families Since 1985! South Dakota Parent Connection, Inc. To learn more visit our website: https://www.sdparent.org/about

was founded in 1985 by a group of dedicated parents and professionals to provide training and information statewide to meet the needs of parents and families caring for individuals with disabilities.

Stop by today to say hi to Tina The Brown County Fair.
08/14/2025

Stop by today to say hi to Tina The Brown County Fair.

Today we celebrate and thank Courtney for two incredible years with South Dakota Parent Connection! Your journey—from se...
08/13/2025

Today we celebrate and thank Courtney for two incredible years with South Dakota Parent Connection! Your journey—from serving our country in the United States Air Force to serving families of children with disabilities—is a powerful example of heart, dedication, and purpose.

Your experience as a Paraprofessional, Job Coach, and Registered Behavior Technician, along with your ongoing commitment to learning through your Master’s in Elementary and Special Education, reflects your deep passion for helping others. You bring compassion, strength, and knowledge to every family you support, and we are so grateful to have you on our team.

Thank you for all you do to enhance the lives of those with disabilities. Happy 2-year anniversary!

There is still time to register!
08/12/2025

There is still time to register!

Deadline to register for the South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities is August 15. Get your spot today!

Dates: August 26–27, 2025
Location: Sioux Falls Convention Center
Theme: Celebrating Strengths, Inspiring Change

This 2-day statewide event brings together individuals with developmental disabilities, families, professionals, and community partners to learn, connect, and lead change.

Conference Tracks Include:
- Early Childhood
- Transition
- Mental Health & Challenging Behaviors
- Advocacy
- Accessibility & Inclusion

Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/south-dakota-conference-on-developmental-disabilities-tickets-1225420007229?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawMHOAVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUYm5aaVdwVlo3YnRZTVFKAR4a-8Xinx1mS0M8cmy4rioojdFWEpqMH-BxqzVSQ_k-fLUqp6yZ-ivFp7NdVQ_aem_LbL14ZnEzqAyGzYwcA3xNw

View Agenda at a Glance: https://www.sddisabilitytips.org/Portals/4/2025%20Agenda%20at%20a%20Glance_Accessible.pdf?ver=6DVNIJvWDiPslQW2Btxxhg%3D%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawMHOCBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUYm5aaVdwVlo3YnRZTVFKAR6Wyr8BS8OgCDqRqBeiryiqRzW4EHYRgG1MNuY2xuPovkPjfYthUSdNkJjWSQ_aem_pb4c9kPpyVOAl1dpgGQjUg

Let’s come together to celebrate strengths and inspire meaningful change across South Dakota!

As we celebrate 40 years of serving South Dakota families, we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible team mem...
08/07/2025

As we celebrate 40 years of serving South Dakota families, we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible team members who work quietly behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly every day.

Here’s a shoutout to Ken Randall, our Operations Manager, who is always working to make sure we stay on track! Today, Ken is attending a Human Resources and Compliance seminar to help us continue doing our work the right way — with care, integrity, and professionalism.

It’s dedicated staff like Ken who make our 40th anniversary possible. Thank you for all you do!

South Dakota Parent Connection staff will be available in the Happy Generosity County Fair Tent at The Brown County Fair...
08/07/2025

South Dakota Parent Connection staff will be available in the Happy Generosity County Fair Tent at The Brown County Fair August 24th from 12:00 - 2:00 to help answer questions and provide resources. See you there!

More Information can be found on our website : https://sdparent.org/event/happy-generosity-county-fair-tent-2025.

Attend Happy Generosity County Fair Tent 2025 and similar events in South Dakota. Discover more events on raising children with disabilities or special health care needs at South Dakota Parent Connection.

Over 2,500 State Special Education Directors, Technical Assistance Centers, and Parent Training and Information Center D...
08/06/2025

Over 2,500 State Special Education Directors, Technical Assistance Centers, and Parent Training and Information Center Directors, including Dr. Carla Miller from South Dakota Parent Connection, are meeting in Washington this week.

Carla is taking the opportunity to share and learn from others dedicated to helping families like Brenda Lamkin, PTI Director from West Virginia.

🌟 Congratulations, Dr. Carla Miller! 🌟Please join us in celebrating a very special milestone—9 years of dedication, comp...
08/05/2025

🌟 Congratulations, Dr. Carla Miller! 🌟

Please join us in celebrating a very special milestone—9 years of dedication, compassion, and visionary leadership from our Executive Director, Carla Miller, Ed.D.

Since stepping into this role in August 2016, Carla has led South Dakota Parent Connection with heart and purpose. Her deep knowledge of special education, paired with her lived experience as a parent, brings a unique and powerful perspective to everything she does. She’s not only a leader to our staff, but a strong voice for families across South Dakota and beyond.

Carla’s impressive background in educational leadership, early childhood, and university-level instruction has shaped how we grow, how we advocate, and how we serve. Whether she’s guiding policy conversations at the state level, representing Parent Training Centers nationally, or simply listening with care—Carla leads with both expertise and empathy.

Carla, thank you for nine years of unwavering commitment to families, professionals, and communities. You have changed lives, and we are grateful every single day.

💐 Happy 9-Year Anniversary! Your leadership is a gift to all of us.

In celebration of 40 years of working with families in South Dakota, South Dakota Parent Connection has been volunteerin...
08/02/2025

In celebration of 40 years of working with families in South Dakota, South Dakota Parent Connection has been volunteering at events and activities across the state. Today, board member, Darla Biel and Executive Director, Dr. Carla Miller attended the Brookings Farmers Market United Way booth - 40 hours for 40 years completed!

Now Hiring: Peer Navigator ConsultantIndependent Contractor | Flexible Schedule | Statewide ImpactDo you have experience...
07/30/2025

Now Hiring: Peer Navigator Consultant
Independent Contractor | Flexible Schedule | Statewide Impact

Do you have experience with IDEA, IEPs, and special education? Join our team as a Peer Navigator Consultant and help families and schools work together to support students with disabilities. We need Consultants located near Sioux Falls.

What You’ll Do:
-Support families and districts through the IEP process
-Promote communication and problem-solving
-Provide guidance grounded in IDEA and South Dakota special education

Qualifications:
-2+ years work or lived experience in special education, mediation, or disability rights
-Degree in special education or related field or
-Strong knowledge of IDEA and SD special education

Why Join Us?
-Meaningful impact: Help families and schools work together for better outcomes
-Flexible structure: Work as an independent contractor with control over your schedule
-Supportive environment: Collaborate with a team that values experience, empathy, and equity

If you’re ready to use your expertise to support children, families, and schools across South Dakota, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a mission that matters.
Email your resume and letter of interest to sdpc@sdparent.org.

Wow, that was some storm last night! Unfortunately, we lost Internet service, so we aren't able to communicate via phone...
07/29/2025

Wow, that was some storm last night! Unfortunately, we lost Internet service, so we aren't able to communicate via phone or email until Tuesday afternoon. We will connect with you as soon as service resumes.

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