North Dakota is one step closer to welcoming public charter schools. A bill clearing the House this week would allow these independently run, publicly funded schools to open outside traditional school districts—if communities want them. Supporters see new opportunities, especially in areas[...]
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NDSU student’s visa has been revoked | The Flag
For international students, a visa isn’t just paperwork—it’s their link to education, community, and stability. At North Dakota State University, one student recently had that link severed after a visa was revoked for failing to maintain status. While no detentions have occurred,[...]
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States ordered by U.S. Education Department to certify school DEI ban or lose funds
The U.S. Department of Education is turning up the pressure on states, giving them just 10 days to certify that every K-12 school complies with a federal directive limiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. At stake: continued federal funding. The order[...]
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Plum River project to host Family STEAM Day
MINOT, N.D. – The Plum River Native Prairie project invites families, educators, and community members to attend Family STEAM Day on Saturday, April 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Plum River site, located on the former grounds of Erik Ramstad[...]
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Minot State offers biomedical science, environmental science degrees
Minot State University will offer two new degrees beginning in Fall 2025: biomedical science and environmental science. The biomedical science program blends biology, chemistry, exercise science, and psychology to prepare students for graduate study in healthcare fields. The environmental science degree combines[...]
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Trade programs growing in interest for Minot students after high school
For today’s high school students, the road after graduation no longer leads in just one direction. At Minot North High School, a growing number of seniors are weighing college alongside trade schools, apprenticeships, and immediate careers. With programs in everything from nursing[...]
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High school students fill UND Memorial Union to compete in North Dakota Esports Tournament
Esports is redefining what it means to be part of a team, and for 268 North Dakota high school students, the state tournament at UND was their chance to prove it. Among them was Minot North sophomore Evan Guilmino, competing in Super[...]
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Outdoors will be ‘part of the classroom’ as part of new Cedar Rapids initiative
In a city that has weathered floods and derechos, Cedar Rapids is turning to nature for resilience—starting with its youngest residents. The newly designated “Nature Everywhere Accelerator Community” will transform aging school playgrounds into green havens where children can climb, explore and[...]
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Students will thrive in phone-free schools
When we stood up this week in support of legislation to require phone-free schools in North Dakota, we approached it as giving something back to students: the freedom to learn and grow with far less distraction and stress. As parents of a[...]
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Minot State FBLA shines at State Leadership Conference
Minot State University’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter continues to set the standard, earning top honors at the recent Collegiate State Leadership Conference held in Mandan. With 16 active members, Minot State once again claimed the Dorothy L. Travis Outstanding[...]
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Gov. Armstrong advocates for eliminating student cell phone use in public schools
Gov. Kelly Armstrong showed up at two committee hearings and held a press conference Wednesday to advocate for eliminating student cell phone use in North Dakota public schools. Identical amendments replacing most of the bill text were presented to both the Senate[...]
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North Dakota FFA Convention to Move to New Venue After Nearly 100 Years
For the first time in nearly 100 years, the North Dakota FFA State Convention is getting a new home—and it’s not just about more seats. After years of growing attendance and packed venues, the move to NDSU’s SHAC in 2025 signals a[...]
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Minot State to hold another ‘Rise and Grind’ event for Summer, Fall 2025 enrollment
College registration doesn’t have to feel like a maze—especially when there’s coffee involved. Minot State’s “Rise and Grind” event, running March 25–28, is designed to make enrolling for Summer and Fall 2025 as smooth as possible. Students can stop by the Beaver[...]
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Dakota College Bottineau Students Inducted to 2025 All North Dakota Academic Team
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapter of Beta Rho Etta at Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) recently recognized three students selected by the State to the 2025 All North Dakota Academic Team. Based on the outstanding academic performance and service to the college[...]
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NC House panel advances bill restricting K-12 student cell phone use
North Carolina lawmakers are weighing how far schools should go in limiting student cell phone use. A new bill moving through the state House would require school districts to set policies on phones during class but stops short of a full ban.[...]
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Social media design is key to protecting kids online
Social media isn’t inherently good or bad—it all depends on how it’s designed. While platforms offer teens opportunities for connection, creativity, and support, they also expose them to cyberbullying, privacy concerns, and addictive behaviors. Lawmakers are debating broad restrictions, but researchers argue[...]