South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota will participate in the newly created Sanford Education Collaborative.

As members of the Sanford Education Collaborative, USD and SDSU will be involved in disseminating the Sanford Harmony program, which strengthens social and emotional development.

Nicholas Shudak, chair of the division of curriculum and instruction at USD says it is about helping kids like school…

 

Shudak says the research shows if kids have a secure, positive school experience they may learn more…

 

Shudak says the university collaboration will be good for kids across the state…

 

Pilot programs will start in schools in Sioux Falls, Beresford and Vermillion.