Recognizing and expressing gratitude to South Dakota Wildland Fire and Black Hills volunteer fire departments for their quick response and cooperation on Black Hills wildfires.
Honoring the 2023-2024 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Todd Foster, Brookings Middle School Principal; Dr. Julie Hatling, Belle Fourche Elementary School Principal; Camille Kaul, Aberdeen Curriculum Leader; Jason Kolousek, Wessington Springs Secondary School Principal; Kristi Lewis, Chester School Business Official; Mark Naugle, Custer School Superintendent; Amanda Olinger, Harrisburg Assistant Middle School Principal; and Laura Welch, Lennox Director of Special Education.
Honoring Jonni Arpan, of Eagle Butte, a member of the Eagle Butte School District Board of Education, on her selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota 2024 Outstanding School Board Member.
Honoring Bryan Brewer, Sr., for his visionary leadership, transformative impact, and unwavering dedication to advancing athletics, academics, and community empowerment.
Honoring Hannah Heiman of Clark, South Dakota Girls State Governor, and David Yusten Jr. of Sioux Falls, South Dakota Boys State Governor, and the South Dakota American Legion and Auxiliary for their sponsorship and coordination of the Girls State and Boys State programs.