South Dakota Resource Page
Welcome! Homeschooling is an exciting journey and Calvert School will be with you every step of the way.
These resources will help you navigate the state requirements, access local support groups, and plan for fun educational outings.
Regulatory Information
Networking with Calvert Families in Your State!
Homeschool Support Groups
Educational Excursions
Regulatory Information
The link and contact information below will provide you with answers to any legal question you may have about homeschooling in your state.
South Dakota Department of Education
Phone: Carol Uecker (603) 773-4771
Networking With Calvert Families in Your State!
The Calvert Networking Program allows us to connect families interested in homeschooling with Calvert families in their area currently using our courses. Networking is a great way for families considering the use of Calvert materials to discuss with a family how the program works and to possibly inspect course materials.
To learn more or to help prospective families learn more about Calvert, visit the Family Networking page.
Home school Support Groups
Home school support groups in your state are an excellent way to gain more assistance and guidance in your homeschooling endeavors. A regional support group fosters a wonderful sense on community among homeschooling families and allows for more opportunities to exchange ideas, plan group outings, and share in the overall experience of homeschooling! While Calvert supports the development of community between homeschool families, this list does not constitute affiliation between Calvert School and the groups represented below.
SOUTH DAKOTA CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOLERS (SDCHE)
South Dakota Christian Home Educators is a Christian, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting private Christian home education as an outstanding educational opportunity and to protecting the God-given rights of parents to direct the education of their children. We are committed to fostering an accurate and favorable image of home education to the general public and to providing Christ-centered events, information, resources, support, training and leadership to all members involved in home-centered education throughout the state of South Dakota.
P.O. Box 9571, Rapid City, SD 57709-9571
Email: sdche@sdche.org
Web: http://www.sdche.org
SOUTH DAKOTA HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION (SDHSA)
The SDHSA of Sioux Falls is an inclusive group, dedicated to providing our members with educational and social opportunities. We have gym or park meet-ups once per week, an average of two tours per month, monthly swimming, quarterly bowling, and various other activities and parties.
Address:P.O. Box 882, Sioux Falls, SD 57101.
Phone: (605) 610-4461
Web: http://www.sdhsa.org
WEST RIVER CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOLERS (WRCH)
Serving Rapid City and surrounding area. A South Dakota interdenominational Christian homeschool support group that serves Rapid City and the surrounding area. Our goals are to provide homeschool families with information, encouragement, and Christian relationships.
Contact: Monica Tanner or Kimberly Wong
Phone: (605) 716-4780 or (605) 716-2090
Web: http://www.freewebs.com/wrch/
Educational Excursions
Afford your child the best chance to learn by taking field trips to different locations that encourage learning and curiosity. The locations listed below are wonderful tools in reinforcing the ideas taught in the classroom while having fun!
SIOUXLAND HERITAGE MUSEUMS
The Old Courthouse Museum and the Pettigrew Home and Museum are two of the best ways to experience history in the region.
Address: 200 West 6th Street, Sioux, Falls
Phone: (605) 367-4210
Web: http://www.siouxlandmuseums.com/museums/index.asp
SOUTH DAKOTA DISCOVERY CENTER AND MUSEUM
Provides interactive exhibits and hands-on science activities that are fun and educational.
Address: 805 West Sioux Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: (605) 224-8295
Web: http://www.sd-discovery.com/
Are we missing something? Calvert is always excited to hear of groups and establishments that may benefit the educational experience of our homeschool families. Calvert is also open to suggestions on added topics to provide our families with the most useful information possible. Please e-mail mwilmeth@calvertservices.org if you have information or ideas to add to the content of this site, or if you have a criticism or concern regarding the information featured above.
