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SDEA Leaders

SDEA Leaders
South Dakota's member educators elect the leaders of SDEA to represent the unified VOICE of South Dakota's Educators. The Association's priorities are determined by delegates who attend the annual Representative Assembly in the Spring of each year. SDEA's leadership is charged with fulfilling SDEA's Vision, Mission, and Values.
SDEA's leadership is charged with fulfilling SDEA's Vision, Mission, and Values. Our leaders are education professionals who are committed to providing quality public education for all students.

Our President

With 28 years of experience in public education, Stephanie has served in a wide range of roles including paraeducator, custodian, classroom teacher, and most recently, director of Arrow Success Academy—Watertown’s alternative high school. Her career has been defined by a deep commitment to advocating for students and educators, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Board of Directors

The SDEA Board of Directors consists of educators who represent five regions of South Dakota including teachers, education support specialists, future and retired educators, and those teaching in the state's regental system. It is the policy-making body that sets the priorities for the work we do. Together, the Board of Directors represents the collective voice of educators in South Dakota. If you have questions, please reach out to the contact information below.
CeCe Gorder
I joined SDEA for professional development and to advocate for our profession. The best part about joining SDEA has been creating a network for my profession and being able to bounce ideas off one another to better our teaching.
Quote by: CeCe Gorder, Kindergaten Teacher
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The South Dakota Education Association (SDEA) is a professional organization working hard for educators, so they can continue to work hard for our kids. SDEA members provide a wide range of professional education services in communities throughout the state.
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The South Dakota Education Association is a state affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.

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