South Dakota

SOUTH DAKOTA

Information
Name	Linda Turner
Title	Director of the Division of Special Education and Early Learning
Year Started as State Director	2012
Email	linda.turner@state.sd.us
Website	https://doe.sd.gov/sped/

Linda Turner

BIO:

Linda Turner began her job as Director of Special Education Programs in South Dakota in 2012. Prior to becoming the Director of Special Education Programs, Linda served as the Alternate Assessment Coordinator for SD and was also a special education teacher in NC for 10 years.

Linda believes the best part about leading special education in South Dakota is improving outcomes for students with disabilities through support and professional development for teachers, parents, and administrators.