


Hosted by South Dakota Department of Education
JULY 14-17, 2025
ABOUT SOUTH DAKOTA ROAD TRIP
This July, educators from grades K-12 will embark on a journey to explore the rich and diverse history of South Dakota. The Western, Central, and Eastern routes will lead them to key locations and attractions that play a significant role in the state's history. At each stop, educators will delve deep into the lives of those who shaped South Dakota's past and continue to impact its present. Regional experts will be present to offer valuable content, resources, activities, and location-specific lesson plans for educators to seamlessly integrate into their classroom curriculum. On the fourth day of the Road Trip, educators will focus on collaborative efforts with fellow Road Trip participants, refining ideas and lesson plans to infuse the study of civics, history, and geography into their daily teaching practices.
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HOST CITIES
East Route | Host City: Brookings, South Dakota
Central Route | Host City: Pierre, South Dakota
West Route | Host City: Rapid City, South Dakota
ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND
The following are eligible to attend the South Dakota Road Trip: Individuals who are certified teachers responsible for implementing the South Dakota social studies standards. This applies to accredited public, private, tribal/Bureau of Indian Education schools in South Dakota.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
COMING SOON. Please check back periodically for updates!
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YOUR EVENT HOST
South Dakota Department of Education
The South Dakota Department of Education is dedicated to enhancing learning through leadership and service. The South Dakota Department of Education's aspiration is for all students to leave the K-12 education system College, Career and Life Ready. The South Dakota Road Trip is sponsored by the South Dakota Department of Education in collaboration with the South Dakota State Historical Society and the Office of Indian Education/South Dakota Department of Tribal Relations.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
We are delighted to bring back the South Dakota Road Trip on July 14-17, 2025. Please check back to this website periodically to see any updates for the South Dakota Road Trip.
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FAQs
Q: Do I need to book my own hotel room?
A: No, there is no need to book your hotel room. All attendees of the South Dakota Road Trip will be staying overnight on July 13 - 16, 2025 at a local hotel in their host city. There is no need to call directly to reserve your hotel room, as this will be done by our event planning team. Your hotel keycard must be picked up at the event registration table on Sunday, July 13, 2025 beginning at 4:00PM. Hotel details will be released soon once the routes are finalized.
Q: Will I be required by the hotel to give them a personal credit card?
A: Yes, upon arrival at your hotel, you may be required to provide a credit card to be placed on-file for incidentals, as these are not covered by the event host. If unforeseen circumstances occur and attendees are no longer able to participate in the event, the attendee must contact the event planning team at info@southdakotaroadtrip.com to make the cancellation. If no cancellation has been made, the attendee and/or the school district's business office may be responsible for all expenses incurred.
Q: What time is check-in for the South Dakota Road Trip?
A: Check-in for the event will take place at the hotel you are staying at beginning at 4:00PM on Sunday, July 13, 2025. At this time, you will receive a welcome bag and your hotel key card.
Q: Will food and beverages be provided?
A: Yes, all food and beverages will be provided including breakfast, lunches, and dinners. If breakfast is not available at your hotel, a meal voucher will be provided. Snacks will not be provided at the 2025 South Dakota Road Trip. If you would like to have snacks throughout the day or on busses, you will need to bring your own.