The Center for Disabilities of SD

09/10/2026

Mark your calendars!

The 2027 South Dakota Special Education Conference is coming to Rapid City, South Dakota, March 23–24, 2027, at The Monument!

This year’s theme: ROCK Your Potential!

The annual South Dakota Special Education Conference brings together educators, related service providers, and parents for an opportunity to connect, learn, and share ideas.

This in-person event will feature:
- Evidence-based innovations
- Emerging educational trends and best practices
- Practical strategies and solutions for special education classrooms
- Opportunities to connect with others who are passionate about supporting students with disabilities

Participants may be eligible for up to 15 CECHs or 1 graduate credit.

We can’t wait to ROCK with you in Rapid City!

More details coming soon!

09/10/2026

Who is ready for our Run, Walk & Roll this weekend? Because we are!

09/09/2026

Jessica was an extraordinary advocate, leader, and human being. Our team has heavy hearts over the loss of a true champion for inclusion.

Rest peacefully, Jessica.

Jessica Torrey Lamb, age 49, of Baltic, SD, died on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Avas House by Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD. Her family will be present to greet friends for a celebration of her life on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at George Boom Funeral Home On-Site Crematory

09/09/2026

Save the Date!

The South Dakota Association for Behavior Analysis is excited to host the 2026 SDABA Conference at the Center for Disabilities, University of South Dakota Wegner Library! SDABA is excited to gather in this welcoming space to connect, collaborate, and continue growing the field of behavior analysis together.

Join SDABA for a day with Keynote Speakers Ryan O'Donnell and David Cox for their interactive presentation on artificial intelligence. Stephen Walker and Angela Williams will join virtually in the afternoon! Registration includes lunch.

Location
Center for Disabilities, University of South Dakota
1400 W. 22nd St.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Date & Time
Friday, October 16, 2026
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Learn more and register here: https://sdaba.wildapricot.org/SDABA-Conference

09/08/2026

Another BIG round of THANK YOUS is in order!

We are incredibly grateful for the local businesses that continue to show up and support our Run, Walk & Roll! Our fifth group of generous donors has contributed some FUN giveaway items for participants, and we are so excited to celebrate their generosity!

Their support helps us create an event filled with community, connection, inclusion, and plenty of fun!

Let’s give a huge shoutout to these incredible businesses:

- Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Fareway
- Lloyd Companies
- Texas Roadhouse
- Baking up a Storm

Thank you for believing in the mission of the Center for Disabilities and helping make the Run, Walk & Roll an experience everyone can enjoy. We appreciate you more than you know!

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! Registration closes tomorrow, September 9, at 11:59 a.m. CDT.

Gather your family, friends, coworkers, and favorite people and join us for a day of moving, celebrating, and being together!

Come Run, Walk & Roll with us!

Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/SD/SiouxFalls/CenterforDisabilitiesRunWalkRoll?fbclid=IwY2xjawUNBDJwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWFNZXBrdURyemF3WHdocjNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeD0eSijAal86dl7YVtq3ekpcq1YDDnUjaJu1H-3AKYgLGbYnT6jlOWebey2A_aem_XHG-4xbt6kz9ywjWtf7wnA

09/08/2026

Mark your calendars!

The 2027 South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities is set for August 31–September 1, 2027, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota!

Difference is Power. Creativity is Limitless.

This year’s conference will focus on developing partnerships to improve the well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities across South Dakota. This important work is a joint effort involving multiple agencies from communities throughout the state.

Join us for two days of collaboration, connection, learning, and a shared commitment to creating a stronger, more inclusive future for individuals with developmental disabilities.

We can’t wait to see you there!

More details coming soon!

09/04/2026

Families choose whether to participate in South Dakota Birth to Three, making the program completely voluntary. From the beginning, families are active partners, helping identify priorities, make decisions, and shape the supports and services that work best for their child and family.

Serving families throughout South Dakota, Birth to Three connects families with resources, services, and support in their own communities, helping ensure meaningful assistance is available close to home.

09/03/2026

We love helping support the South Dakota Youth Leadership Forum year after year. These young adults are our future leaders in South Dakota!

09/03/2026

It’s time for another BIG round of THANK YOUS!

We are so grateful for the amazing local businesses that are helping make this year’s Run, Walk & Roll extra special! Our fourth group of generous donors has donated fun giveaway items for participants, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their support.

These businesses are helping us create an event that is all about community, inclusion, and having a great time together!

Please join us in giving a huge shoutout to:

- Culver's
- Independent Living Choices
- Walmart
- SafeSplash Swim School - Sioux Falls
- Sanaa's 8th Street Gourmet

Thank you for supporting the Center for Disabilities and helping us make the Run, Walk & Roll a memorable experience for everyone! Your generosity truly makes a difference.

Haven’t signed up yet? There’s still time! Grab your family, friends, coworkers, and favorite people and come Run, Walk & Roll with us!

Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/SD/SiouxFalls/CenterforDisabilitiesRunWalkRoll?fbclid=IwY2xjawUFQNVwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTNhZDNQRTNZTmV2T2VLQVZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEerCkAAbo20dyDRxGgiT0OtUFTZg_NzvU1fVtTfWTdV_jC0QSK1pZmZ4hToyc_aem_gCZvfTACllMYSMrnfrMLJw

09/02/2026

Have you checked out our August Community Connections Newsletter?

Take a look and catch up on what some of our team members have been up to over the past few months! From exciting projects and community events to the work happening behind the scenes, there’s plenty to discover.

Check out the August issue and stay connected with the Center for Disabilities! Read here:https://e3804428-2292-413b-ab04-389340df6f9a.usrfiles.com/ugd/df571c_2262346d0b9a481c96c6d4fadabcca76.pdf