Executive Proclamation
Office of the Governor
State
of South Dakota
Whereas, South
Dakotans believe in the importance of education for our students; and
Whereas, South Dakota teachers are our
state’s greatest assets for ensuring student success; and
Whereas, teachers are at the forefront of
the effort to prepare South Dakota students to graduate from the K-12 system
ready for college, careers, and life; and
Whereas, highly
qualified teachers are trained professionals deserving of the utmost respect
for the work they do, which often extends well beyond the regular school day,
week, and year; and
Whereas, our state is dedicated to
supporting new and current teachers as well as recruiting future teachers from
among the ranks of today’s students by elevating the teaching profession:
Now,
Therefore, I, Kristi Noem, Governor of the state of South Dakota,
do hereby proclaim May 6-10,
2019, as
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
in South
Dakota, and encourage school leaders, parents, students, and communities to
take time to thank teachers who have made an impact in their lives and the
lives of their children.
