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Learning Opportunities

Grow your knowledge at your own pace with flexible, virtual trainings designed for families, educators, and community members. These self-paced courses are accessible anytime, anywhere, making it easy to fit learning into your schedule. Many offerings are free, and select courses may qualify for graduate credit, CECHs/CEUs, or stipends. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to deepen your skills, our learning opportunities are designed to be practical, engaging, and relevant.

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Training & Events

Join us for hands-on learning experiences that bring people together around shared goals. Our events offer practical tools, creative problem-solving, and meaningful collaboration in a welcoming environment. Often hosted in partnership with community organizations, these trainings are designed to be engaging, relevant, and accessible—most are free to attend.

Poverty Escape Room

August Poverty Escape Room

August 6, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. MT

The Journey Museum & Learning Center, Rapid City, SD

 

 

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Common Sense Parenting for School-Aged Children

August 12, 2025 | 6-8 p.m. MT

A six-week course for ​parents who want to build on their existing​ skills or learn new ways to teach children positive behavioral skills.

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Power Hour - Learning Together

September 8, 2025 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. MT

An interactive virtual learning event for South Dakota child care providers and other early learning professionals.

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Toddlers & Parenting

Common Sense Parenting for Toddlers & Preschoolers

September 8, 2025 | 6-8 p.m. MT

A six-week course that teaches positive discipline, nurturing, and behavior management for kids aged 2-5.

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Common Sense Parenting for School-Aged Children

September 27, 2025 | 6-8 p.m. MT

A six-week course for ​parents who want to build on their existing​ skills or learn new ways to teach children positive behavioral skills.

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Poverty Escape Room

October Poverty Escape Room

October 1, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. MT

The Journey Museum & Learning Center, Rapid City, SD

 

 

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Poverty Escape Room

December Poverty Escape Room

December 3, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. MT

The Journey Museum & Learning Center, Rapid City, SD

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CFS Signature Events

Our signature events are more than just trainings—they’re immersive experiences designed to empower, connect, and inspire. Each event reflects our commitment to strengthening families and communities through shared learning and meaningful engagement.

Black Hills Families Retreat

Empowering Families Retreat

October 11-12, 2025
K Bar S Lodge, Keystone, SD

 

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OST Family Engagement Champions Cohort

Face-to-Face Kickoff: October 23 (Spearfish)
Virtual Sessions: November 19, January 21, February 18, March 18
Graduation Celebration: April 9-11, 2026 (Keystone)

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Engaging Fathers Cohort

Career Learning Center, Rapid City, SD

 

 

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