The bill aims to amend South Dakota's education standards by mandating the incorporation of the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings into the public school curriculum. Specifically, it modifies Section 13-1-51 to require the Board of Education Standards to develop rules that ensure all elementary and secondary students learn about the history, language, culture, and heritage of the nine Indian tribes in the state.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Board must consult with the South Dakota Indian Education Advisory Council while fulfilling these requirements. This legislative change emphasizes the importance of including Indigenous perspectives in education, thereby enhancing the understanding of South Dakota's diverse cultural heritage among students.

Statutes affected:
Senate Education Engrossed, 02/11/2025: 13-1-51