ABERDEEN, S.D. – Two Aberdeen Public School District elementary schools will receive grants to improve mathematic outcomes for students with disabilities in grades Pre-K through 5.
O.M. Tiffany Elementary and Simmons Elementary will each receive $125,000 over four years as part of the South Dakota Department of Education’s State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) project.
These four-year math grants will focus on strengthening foundational math skills at O.M. Tiffany and Simmons. Staff will work directly with Northern State University on coursework, standards alignment, and instructional practices. While all students will benefit from this work, the schools were selected based on identified needs in math achievement and the level of support required for students receiving special education services. Five teachers from each school will participate using a train-the-trainer model to expand the impact across the schools.
Across the state, a total of eight schools were selected to participate in this program, according to a news release from the Department of Education. The other elementary schools are located in Mitchell, Sioux Falls, Sisseton and Winner.
“This grant strengthens our commitment to ensuring every student—especially those with disabilities—has access to high-quality math instruction,” said Shannon Malone, Director of Learning and Instruction, in the news release. “By investing in evidence-based practices, coaching, and family engagement, we’re building a foundation that will support students long after the grant ends.”
To learn more, read the SDDOE press release.
About the Aberdeen Public School District
The Aberdeen Public School District provides a comprehensive educational program to approximately 4,200 students in grades K-12, with a mission of empowering all students to succeed in a changing world. Our students receive the knowledge and skills necessary to reach their potential in a global community through high expectations of academic achievement; diverse educational opportunities; and community involvement in a safe, supportive environment. Learn more at aberdeen.k12.sd.us.