Thank you for your interest in participating in the Government & Public Administration Standards Revision Work Group.
The South Dakota state standards are reviewed on a cycle approved by the State Board of Education as per SD codified law 13-3-48. Career & Technical Education standards are reviewed every five years. Government & Public Administration standards are not currently available. This work group will develop new standards for this Career Cluster in preparation for public hearings.
The Department of Education is seeking 20-25 work group members, including secondary Career & Technical Education teachers, postsecondary faculty, industry representatives, and parents to develop SD Government & Public Administration standards. Other stakeholders who are interested in the process are also encouraged to apply.
Meeting dates are scheduled for May 31- June 2, 2017 in Brookings at the Outdoor Adventure Center. Additional meetings may be held online as needed following the in-person sessions.
Work group participants will be responsible for developing Government & Public Administration standards. Tasks will include, but are not limited to:
1.)Participating in training to review current labor market data and statewide Perkins data;
2.)Reviewing current courses and pathways;
3.)Revising standards to reflect current labor market needs and industry standards.
Participants will be compensated for their time at a rate of $25/hour for up to six eight-hour days. Meals, mileage, and lodging will also be reimbursed at state rates.
The deadline to apply for this work group is March 13, 2017. Applicants will be notified by the Department of Education in early April if they have been selected to participate in the work group.
If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Nelson by phone at 605-295-1930 or via email at Michelle.Nelson@state.sd.us.
