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House Commemoration 8019
Introduced by: Representatives Mortenson and Weisgram and Senator Mehlhaff
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 im pact
that his legacy of service will have on generations of students and the community of Pierre.