North Dakota has a history rich in the traditions of Native Americans, and the Department of Public Instruction and tribal advocates are working to get that content into the state's classrooms.
Section: Education & Learning
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Should State Universities Be Protecting Students Personal Info?
During the last election, Odney Advertising submitted a public information request seeking the release of names, addresses, phone numbers, and email for the state's 48,000 higher ed students; the information was used for political purpose. A proposed bill would remove much of[...]
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Twelve Weeks To A Six-Figure Job
They're called coding boot camps, and they'll have employable in the software and programming development business in a lot less time than a traditional four-year program.
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Six Finalists for Two Open Board of Higher Education Seats
Minot's Terry Hjelmstad is stepping down after one term along with board member Grant Shaft. Governor Dalrymple will choose two nominees from the finalists who will then need to be approved by the State Senate. The Board of Higher Education oversees the[...]
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Early Education Bill Would Provide Families With Dollars
The 2015 Legislature will consider a bill that would give families grants of up to $1,500 for early education costs. The grants would only be available through community specified early education providers.
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Dickinson State Foundation Issues Run Deep
Coverage from the Dickinson Press suggests a shift in philosophy from financing scholarships to financing construction projects was the start of it all, but the article alludes to much broader leadership issues as well.
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Bismarck’s Third High School Will Have Flexible Scheduling
When Legacy High School opens next fall it will use a less common scheduling method for students. classes will range in length from 40 to 90 minutes might not meet everyday.
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FIRST Robotics Gives Kids a Taste of Building & Programming
Minot's local chapter of the national organization FIRST Robotics is all about math, science, technology, and computer programming, but they're disguising it as something fun.
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Board of Higher Education Revises Legislation to Restrict Open Records
The State Board of Higher Education revised the language in its proposed legislation on restricting access to University President evaluations. New language clarifies that final reviews will be made public. Additionally, language on restricting internal draft audits was removed.
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Edison School to Get $6.3 Million Expansion
The money was approved in the $39.5 million bond issue that was approved last April. Among the priority reasons for the renovation and expansion, getting student classrooms out of the basement.
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Universty System Looks to Limit Open Records in Some Cases
The proposal outlined at the November 20th State Board of Higher Ed meeting would remove public early access to internal draft audits and presidential evaluations. The records would eventually be released after the SBHE and University system addressed the evaluations and audits internally.
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Watford City Schools to Have Full Time Resource Officer (Police Presence)
Starting early next year, Watford City will have a full-time Resource Officer stationed in community schools. The position will be based in the high school, but will make weekly visits to other schools.
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Chancellor Skogen Comments on Open Meeting Violations
Board of Higher Education Interim Chancellor Larry Skogen spoke to the Minot Kiwanis club yesterday. The topics included the Board's continued problem with open meeting and open record laws and the search for a new Chancellor.
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Civics Exam as a Graduation Requirement?
The 2015 Legislature will consider a bill that would require high school graduates pass a civics exam similar to the one required to become a U.S. citizen.
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NDSU President Bresciani Chaufeurred to Many Events
Though the official title for the position is 'Captain of Special Project Operations', records obtained by the Fargo Forum indicate it may be more of a driving service for the N.D.S.U. President.
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Moorhead’s Master Plan: More Schools Needed
The school districts master plan task force says a new high school, a second middle school, and possible a new elementary school will be needed in coming years to meet the demands of the growing community. The task force is looking 10 years[...]