Community Partner of the Year

Community Partner of the Year The South Dakota Association for Lifelong Learning (SDALL) has named the John T. Vucurevich Foundation the 2025 SDALL Community Partner of the Year. Our division nominated the foundation for this award. They received an award plaque and a check for the important, collaborative work they have done with BHSSC. Congratulations!

Cathy and Ken Vogele Adult Education Fund

Cathy and Ken Vogele Adult Education Fund We are incredibly grateful to Cathy and Ken Vogele for their generous and visionary support of Adult Education in our region. Through a $50,000 gift, along with an additional $3,000 grant to meet immediate testing needs in 2026, the Vogeles have established the Cathy and Ken Vogele Adult […]

Professional Assessment Center Upgrade

Professional Assessment Center Upgrades The Career Learning Center Professional Assessment program received an $8,000 grant from the United Way of the Black Hills to upgrade outdated computers and keep our Test Center secure and reliable. Serving five states, we provide high-quality testing close to home. Participants praise our professional staff and welcoming environment. We’re grateful […]

Advocating for Adult Education

Advocating for Adult Education The South Dakota Association for Lifelong Learning (SDALL) hosted an Adult Education & Literacy Awareness Coffee at the Capitol in February. West River staff joined educators statewide to share how programs served 2,200+ learners last year –  strengthening literacy, English skills, GED® preparation, and workforce readiness. Thanks to legislators who connected […]