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Reducing Naloxone Stigma

February 24, 2026

Reducing Naloxone Stigma By Stephanie Kinnander, a Prevention Specialist with the Northeast Prevention Resource Center at the Human Service Agency. The opioid crisis isn’t something happening...

 

Individual of the Month: Hailey Rau, WMS Project SUCCESS Coordinator

February 23, 2026

Codington Connects is excited to feature Hailey Rau! Hailey is the WMS Project SUCCESS Coordinator with the Human Service Agency, working in partnership at Watertown Middle School. In her role, she...

 

Agency of the Month: WMS Project SUCCESS in partnership with HSA

February 18, 2026

Agency of the Month: Human Service Agency (HSA) In Partnership with Watertown School District Through Project SUCCESS Codington Connects is proud to recognize the Human Service Agency (HSA) in...

 

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 5: Caring School Climate

February 17, 2026

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 5: Caring School Climate Every place has a climate, even a classroom The way young people feel about going to school and how well they learn is closely tied to...

 

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 16: High Expectations

January 26, 2026

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 16: High Expectations Help young people reach their potential A new year, new goals. Young people have all kinds of hopes and dreams: winning a contest, going...

 

Individual of the Month: Tiffany Barthel, Coordinator and Court Services Officer

January 19, 2026

This month, we are proud to recognize Tiffany Barthel, Coordinator and Court Services Officer with Codington County Treatment Court, as our Individual of the Month! Tiffany plays an essential role...

 

Navigating Winter Blues

January 12, 2026

Navigating Winter Blues By Madison Shaw – Prevention Specialist with the Human Service Agency With the holidays coming to an end and days getting colder, you may be experiencing the “winter...

 

Agency of the Month: Codington County Treatment Court

January 2, 2026

This month, we are pleased to recognize Codington County Treatment Court, a team dedicated to strengthening public safety while supporting individuals on a path toward long-term change. Through accountability,...

 

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 38: Self Esteem

December 29, 2025

The 40 Developmental Assets: Asset 38: Self Esteem   A Season for Belonging and Belief: The holiday season naturally invites reflection, connection, and gratitude. It’s also one of the...

 

Individual of the Month: Sandy Kerkvliet

December 17, 2025

This month, we are pleased to recognize Sandy Kerkvliet, Supervisor at the Department of Social Services – Economic Assistance, as our Individual of the Month. Sandy’s dedication, experience,...