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GERA JACOBS  \nGera lived and breathed the philosophy of “wanting children to have a sense of wonder and joy about learning.” She was an author, professor, mentor, beloved family member and friend.  \nIt is with great gratitude and admiration that the South Dakota Early Learning Guidelines for children ages birth to pre-kindergarten are dedicated in her memory.  \n“Being the best “You” that you can be is the greatest gift you can give our children. Our children need and deserve you to be your best – so they in turn can live their best life possible. You do and will continue to make a difference. I so wish you the very best in all you do. Everyone has a gift to give through their work. No matter what your role, you can give everyone you are with a gift through truly being present with them at every moment.  \nWith great respect for you and your awesome potential, Gera”  \nGera Jacobs, Former President, NAEYC, Professor, Early Childhood and Elementary Education, University of South Dakota  \nACKNOWLEDGEMENTS  \nThe work of the South Dakota Early Learning Guidelines was led by the Department of Education, SD Head Start Collaboration Office and the Department of Social Services, Child Care Services as well as panels of professionals from the early childhood community throughout South Dakota.  \nDuring the development of the guidelines, members of the panels included:  \n􀀁 Parents  \n􀀁 SD Board of Regents Institutions  \n􀀁 SD Technical Schools  \n􀀁 Head Start and Early Head Start  \n􀀁 Head Start Training and Technical Assistance  \n􀀁 K-12 Educators and Administrators  \n􀀁 Tribal Head Start and Early Head Start  \n􀀁 SD Early Childhood Enrichment Centers  \n􀀁 Childcare Programs  \n􀀁 Department of Education  \n􀀁 Department of Social Services  \n􀀁 Special Education Programs  \n􀀁 Various Pre-Kindergarten Programs  \n􀀁 SD Educational Cooperatives  \n2007 SD ELG 2017 TIMELINE 2023  \nFirst version forchildren ages 3 to 5 years  \nSecond version for children birth to age 5 years  \nReview and updated edition for children birth to 5 years  \nThe South Dakota Early Learning Guidelines were adapted, with permission, from the North Carolina Foundations of Early Learning and Development. 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