South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation

123 W. Missouri Ave.

Pierre, SD 57501

dlr.sd.gov

For Immediate Release: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026   

Media Contact: Dawn Dovre, 605-773-3101     

Labor Department Offering Apprenticeship Knowledge Series on Youth Apprenticeships 

PIERRE, SD – Employers, education partners, community stakeholders, and current registered apprenticeship sponsors are invited to join the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation for its upcoming Apprenticeship Knowledge Series focused on Youth Apprenticeships.

This free virtual event takes place on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. CST/10:30 a.m. MST via Microsoft Teams.

Join the Start Today SD team for a 30-minute session to learn about youth labor law exemptions and the benefits of youth apprenticeship programs for both employers and young workers.

Registration is required. Visit tinyurl.com/dlr-workshops and select the calendar listing for the event.

For additional information, contact the Start Today SD team at starttoday@state.sd.us or 605-610-7031.

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