Sioux Falls School District 49-5

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Sioux Falls School District 49-5


Description

The Sioux Falls public schools, the largest school district in South Dakota, serves over 24,000 students. Located in the southeast corner of the state, the public school system has seen growth along with the city of Sioux Falls in recent decades. The current population of Sioux Falls is approximately 165,000 people and is a large draw for technology, health care, retail, construction, financial, and research industries. The District is composed of 22 elementary schools, five middle schools, and five high schools, and an alternative middle school/high school and an alternative elementary school. Several elementary schools also house preschool programs.

Mission Statement

It is the vision of the Sioux Falls School District to provide the opportunities and challenges for each student to succeed as a lifelong learner in a changing world. The District values a highly trained and committed workforce, continually evaluating and improving their own and student performance. The District recognizes its role as a key contributor to the social, civic and economic foundation of this community. To achieve this vision, we must ignite the hearts and minds of our students, staff, families, the business community and citizens.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity: The Sioux Falls School District does not discriminate in its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, creed religion, age, sex, disability, national origin or ancestry. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX, Section 504 or Title VI, or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 may be referred to the Sioux Falls School District Legal Services: 201 E. 38th Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105-5898 PH: 605-367-4670 TDD: 711 605-367-4670 or to the Regional Director, Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights: 10220 North Executive Hills Boulevard 8th Floor Kansas City, Missouri 64153-1367 Thank you.

Sioux Falls School District 49-5

201 E 38th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105