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At a Glance |
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| Distance learning is a major pathway in South Dakota. All of the public K-12 schools and public state universities are wired to the Internet and connected to a statewide video-conferencing system called the Dakota Digital Network. Additionally, Northern State University in Aberdeen houses the Center for Statewide E-learning, which provides AP and dual credit for area high schools. In addition, a consortium allows member school districts to utilize courses they share through distance learning.
During the last legislative session, the legislature authorized the South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship, which will provide a high school graduate with a $5000 scholarship over four years. Eligible students must obtain a minimum ACT composite score of 24 and complete the more rigorous Regent Scholar Curriculum with a grade no lower than a "C" and an average grade of "B".
Each year the South Dakota Board of Regents publishes the South Dakota High School to College Transition Report, which high schools may use to assess the preparation of students for postsecondary education. The report contains aggregated and non-aggregated data on high school graduate student performance: AP scores, number of first-year postsecondary students enrolling in remediation courses, number of graduates with AP credit and dual credit, GPA, and other academic measures. This report provides recommended actions for students and parents as well as vital information to school districts so they can make curriculum changes. |
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Academic Pathways |
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Special Efforts
for Underserved Students |
State Support |
Advanced Placement (AP) |
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Bridge Programs |
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College Level Exam Program (CLEP) |
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Distance Learning/
Virtual School |
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Dual Credit/
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Early or Middle College High Schools |
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GED in College Settings |
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High School Articulation with Technical Colleges |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
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Tech Prep |
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