South Dakota State Library

South Dakota State Library The State Library for South Dakotas libraries, educators, and state employees. An office of the South Dakota Department of Education

The SD Legislature of 1901 established the State Historical Society and the Department of History of the State of SD. One of the duties of the Dept of History was to “conduct a library of historical reference”.

🧠 Grow your skills through the SDSL Voluntary Certification Program!👥 Open to all public and academic library staff.👨🏼‍💻...
05/01/2026

🧠 Grow your skills through the SDSL Voluntary Certification Program!

👥 Open to all public and academic library staff.

👨🏼‍💻 Apply today at libguides.library.sd.gov/services/cert_accred

04/29/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Jennifer Egstad, librarian at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary!

👀 With a vibrant bilingual program rooted in culturally rich English and Spanish collections, Jennifer ensures every learner sees their language and identity reflected in the library.

🫴 From community building reading challenges to STEAM-infused lessons and intentional, mission-driven collection development, she creates a dynamic dual language space where students grow as readers, thinkers, and global citizens.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Lois Wollman, librarian at Menno! 🫶 Through creative programming, a well-balanced community-c...
04/29/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Lois Wollman, librarian at Menno!

🫶 Through creative programming, a well-balanced community-centered collection, and events that bring readers of all ages together, Lois makes the Menno School/Community Library a true hub of learning and connection.

📕 From Book Fair excitement to Read Across America and year-round literacy programs, she cultivates a warm, welcoming space that inspires curiosity and a lifelong love of reading.

✨Celebrating SATL awardee Lindsey Rohde, librarian at John Harris Elementary!🦸‍♂️ With a joyful, student-centered librar...
04/28/2026

✨Celebrating SATL awardee Lindsey Rohde, librarian at John Harris Elementary!

🦸‍♂️ With a joyful, student-centered library and a mission rooted in literacy, exploration, and digital citizenship, Lindsey creates a space where every child feels welcomed and inspired.

🤖 From STEM innovations like her Explorobot project to engaging programs, flexible spaces, and vibrant genrefied collections, she’s built a dynamic library that ignites curiosity and a lifelong love of reading.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Amanda Hall, librarian at Madison Middle/High School!🎒 With dynamic programming, hands-on STE...
04/28/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Amanda Hall, librarian at Madison Middle/High School!

🎒 With dynamic programming, hands-on STEAM opportunities, and a mission rooted in fostering a love of reading, Amanda creates a library where curiosity and creativity thrive.

🎓 From Makerspace projects and digital escape rooms to research support and 10,000 yearly checkouts, she leads a vibrant, student-centered library that empowers lifelong learners.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Emelia Gulck, librarian at Jefferson High School!💡 Through strong leadership, thoughtful coll...
04/27/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Emelia Gulck, librarian at Jefferson High School!

💡 Through strong leadership, thoughtful collection development, and expanded multilingual resources, Emelia ensures every student can find books and tools that reflect their needs and identities.

📗 From community partnerships like Everybody Reads to a thriving Canvas course with more than 1,000 students, she’s built a vibrant, student-centered library that connects, empowers, and inspires.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Sarah Feldhaus, librarian at Howard Elementary School!🌱 With a warm, welcoming library at the...
04/27/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Sarah Feldhaus, librarian at Howard Elementary School!

🌱 With a warm, welcoming library at the heart of the school, Sarah creates a space where students explore, connect, and grow as independent learners.

👧 From expanding access through a rich virtual library to building strong search and research skills, she ensures every student feels confident, curious, and excited to learn.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Sherri Wolles, librarian at George McGovern Middle School!💬 Through thoughtful collection dev...
04/26/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Sherri Wolles, librarian at George McGovern Middle School!

💬 Through thoughtful collection development, creative programming, and a growing multilingual section, Sherri ensures every student can find a book that fits.

🏡 From “McGovern Makes” to SD Teen Choice promotions, she cultivates a welcoming, high-energy library where curiosity, community, and a love of reading thrive.

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Mikayla Arechigo, librarian at Aberdeen Central High School! 📖 From co-teaching a dynamic non...
04/26/2026

✨ Celebrating SATL awardee Mikayla Arechigo, librarian at Aberdeen Central High School!

📖 From co-teaching a dynamic nonfiction reading unit to hosting the school-wide “Book Madness” tournament, Mikayla cultivates a vibrant culture of reading and curiosity.

👨‍💻 Her student-centered approach, creative library programming, and seamless tech integration make the ACHS library a true hub of learning for all.

Every day, South Dakota public libraries:👫 Welcome 7,600 visitors📀 Lend 16,500 items to library users🌐 Answer 600 questi...
04/22/2026

Every day, South Dakota public libraries:

👫 Welcome 7,600 visitors

📀 Lend 16,500 items to library users

🌐 Answer 600 questions on information and technology

🧑‍💼 Host 1,000 people at entertaining and informative events

👩🏼‍💻 Provide computer and internet access 4,000 times

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800 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD
57501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16057733131

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