Common Sense Parenting for School-Aged Children
February 3, 2026 | 6-8 p.m. MT
A six-week course, brought to you by SD SFEC, for parents who want to build on their existing skills or learn new ways to teach children positive behavioral skills.
Training & Events
Common Sense Parenting for Toddlers & Preschoolers
March 5, 2026 | 6-8 p.m. MT
A six-week course, brought to you by SD SFEC, that teaches positive discipline, nurturing, and behavior management for kids aged 2-5.
Sioux Falls Poverty Escape Room
March 31, 2026 | 9:00-10:30 a.m. CT
University of South Dakota – Sioux Falls
4801 North Career Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
An interactive experience designed to help participants better understand the everyday realities of poverty. This event is offered in partnership with Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, Black Hills Special Services Cooperative, and The Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment - CPCM.
Common Sense Parenting for School-Aged Children
April 4, 2026 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT
A six-week course, brought to you by SD SFEC, for parents who want to build on their existing skills or learn new ways to teach children positive behavioral skills.
Common Sense Parenting for Toddlers & Preschoolers
April 14, 2026 | 6-8 p.m. MT
A six-week course, brought to you by SD SFEC, that teaches positive discipline, nurturing, and behavior management for kids aged 2-5.
Kindergarten Transition Resource Fair
April 16, 2026 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM MT
General Beadle Elementary School
10 Van Buren St, Rapid City, SD
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone for your child—and for you! The Kindergarten Transition Resource Fair is here to make the process exciting, stress-free, and filled with opportunities.
Sioux Falls Poverty Escape Room
April 20, 2026 | 4:30-6:00 p.m. CT
Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
1201 North West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
An interactive experience designed to help participants better understand the everyday realities of poverty. This event is offered in partnership with Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, Black Hills Special Services Cooperative, and partners in higher education collaborators.
Common Sense Parenting for School-Aged Children
May 21, 2026 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. MT
A six-week course, brought to you by SD SFEC, for parents who want to build on their existing skills or learn new ways to teach children positive behavioral skills.
Empowering Families Retreat
October 11-12, 2025
K Bar S Lodge, Keystone, SD
This retreat, hosted by the SD Statewide Family Engagement Center, is designed by families, for families. It's an opportunity for parenting adults to grow, connect, and build leadership skills in a supportive, empowering environment.
Fatherhood Circle
This cohort, hosted by the SD Statewide Family Engagement Center, helps fathers build parenting skills, strengthen relationships with their children, and create lasting positive change in their families and communities.