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Educators Rising

Join us for USD EdRising Day!

The University of South Dakota School of Education proudly hosts USD EdRising Day, an annual event for Educators Rising students. USD EdRising Day is a free event that includes faculty-led breakout sessions, a USD student panel of education majors, a campus tour and more. Students and their teacher leaders from South Dakota and the surrounding areas are invited to attend.

USD EdRising Day is on Friday September 26, 2025.

 
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Keynote Speaker
We’re excited to welcome Paige Wright, USD alumna and standout middle school teacher at Harrisburg School District, as this year’s Ed Rising keynote speaker. Paige will share her journey through the USD School of Education and her experiences in the classroom—sure to inspire and energize our rising educators.

 

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About Educators Rising

Educators Rising is an exciting community movement where school chapters help students kickstart their journey into teaching. Supported by State Departments of Education, area schools, and local organizations, this initiative paves the way for a diverse and high-quality teaching force. 

The USD School of Education supports Educators Rising chapters by hosting a free USD EdRising Day, presenting at Educators Rising events, and sponsoring students to attend the Educators Rising National Conference.

Pursue a Teaching Degree at USD

Educators Rising students can complete their teaching degree at USD in any of our education programs:

Interested in learning more? Contact [email protected].

 

student success story

Chloe Schneider smiling.
My experience at USD EdRising Day was great! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. All my questions were answered, and the student panel showed me exactly how I want to be as a student at USD.

Chloe Schneider

B.S.Ed. Elementary Education

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