Changes to SD-STARS Team
Farewell to Brad, Welcome to Jay, and Reorganization
In July, the SD-STARS team said farewell to Brad Steckelberg, the SD-STARS Support Lead. You may have interacted with Brad if you had a question about SD-STARS, emailed STARSHelp@state.sd.us with a concern, or submitted an issue in SD-STARS. Over four years on the SD-STARS team, Brad led many trainings, webinars, and presentations for districts. Thank you, Brad, for everything you did for SD-STARS!
In August, the SD-STARS Team welcomed Jay Lamb, who took over as the SD-STARS Support Lead. Jay has many years of experience in education. He has taught in the classroom and served as an administrator at different times throughout his career. His most recent venture included a dual role as a teacher and Deputy Director for STARSBASE program. He understands the importance of data when making decisions. Jay lives in Baltic with his family, including 3 teenagers. Welcome, Jay!
In addition, the department underwent a reorganization. The SD-STARS team has moved from the Division of Learning and Instruction to the new Division of Data and Research. The interim director for the new division is Joe Moran. Welcome to the SD-STARS team, Joe!