Joseph M. Marshall’s thoughtful, illuminating account of how the spiritual beliefs of the Lakota people can help us all lead more meaningful, ethical lives. Rich with storytelling, history, and folklore, The Lakota Way expresses the heart of Native American philosophy and reveals the path to a fulfilling and meaningful life. Joseph Marshall is a member of the Sicunga Lakota Sioux and has dedicated his entire life to the wisdom he learned from his elders. Here he focuses on the twelve core qualities that are crucial to the Lakota way of life--bravery, fortitude, generosity, wisdom, respect, honor, perseverance, love, humility, sacrifice, truth, and compassion. Whether teaching a lesson on respect imparted by the mythical Deer Woman or the humility embodied by the legendary Lakota leader Crazy Horse, The Lakota Way offers a fresh outlook on spirituality and ethical living. Read More

This course initiates the purpose and direction of student-teacher relationships to fully conceptualize teaching and learning in this context. Fundamental understanding of the building of relationships, communication practices, student teacher needs, strategies and planning for collaborative efforts, and recognition of professional teaching attributes will form the core of this course. In addition to registering for the course itself on this site, you have the option to earn 15 CEU hours or you can sign up for one graduate credit ($40) through USD here: https://aceware.usd.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?&course=23FA-96513  This link is for cooperating teachers who are beginning on or about August 27 and completing their work with their student teacher by December, 2023.   Read More

"You may be able to design creative, compelling lessons. But if your classroom is chaotic or its inhabitants are disrespectful, YOUR STUDENTS will not be learning well. And YOU will be anywhere from dissatisfied to miserable!"  Join this self-paced book study with the book presented to you at the Summer Academy, presented by Kim Campbell: "If You Can't Manage Them, You Can't Teach Them."  Upon completion of reading the book and completing the five assignments, you will receive an email from me with the grad credit form for Augustana University for $50 or 15 CEUs.  Read More

PROFESSIONALISM ONLINE "An estimated 74% of Americans over the age of 18 use social networking websites. Naturally, some of these adults are educators. But with news stories of teachers being fired or disciplined for tweets, status updates, and Instagram photos becoming more common, educators can be (understandably) anxious when using social media."   --Rachael Nichol (The American Board Blog)   This course will take educators some of the basics of being professional online and is worth 1 CEU credit.   ***This publication is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for specific legal or other professional advice.  If you have specific questions about your legal or contractual rights, contact your UniServ Director.  This guidance will be updated periodically based on new information and guidance, so please refer back to this link for the most current information. Read More

Join us for a Zoom session to discuss using mindfulness strategies in the classroom.  Read More

Join us for a Zoom session to discuss the professional development needs around special education. What kinds of PD do special education teachers, general education teachers, or paraprofessionals need?  Read More