A LEGISLATIVE COMMEMORATION honoring Dr. Kelly Glodt upon his retirement as superintendent of the Pierre School District.

WHEREAS, Dr. Kelly Glodt has served as superintendent of the Pierre School District since 2007, dedicating nearly two decades to the students, families, educators, and taxpayers of Pierre and the surrounding communities; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Glodt announced his intention to retire following the September 8, 2025, meeting of the Pierre School Board, with retirement effective June 30, 2026, and did so to provide the Board ample time to conduct a thoughtful superintendent search and ensure a smooth leadership transition; and

WHEREAS, throughout his tenure, Dr. Glodt emphasized collaborative leadership and credited the success of Pierre public schools to strong partnerships among the school board, administrators, teachers, parents, and students; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Glodt’s strong leadership has been recognized statewide, including being named South Dakota Superintendent of the Year, an honor reflecting sustained excellence in educational leadership and service; and

WHEREAS, under Dr. Glodt’s leadership, the Pierre School District has consistently demonstrated conservative fiscal principles and excellent student achievement; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Glodt has contributed to education policy and statewide conversations beyond his district responsibilities;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT COMMEMORATED, by the One Hundred First Legislature of the State of South Dakota, that Dr. Kelly Glodt is truly appreciated for his commitment to academic excellence, his responsible stewardship of public resources, and the lasting impact that his legacy of service will have on generations of students and the community of Pierre.