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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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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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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Parental Consent Survey Bill Fails in House but Could Return Monday
A bill to tighten parental control over school surveys narrowly failed in the North Dakota House, but the debate isn’t over yet. Senate Bill 2105 would have required written parental consent before students could take surveys, especially those from outside organizations. Supporters[...]
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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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Will Parochial Schools Render Unto Caesar?
Times change. Our state legislature is presently considering government assistance to parochial schools. My education from first grade through law school was all in public schools, with the exception of grades six through eight, which were at a Catholic school in Thief[...]
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Lawmakers expand free school meals in North Dakota after rejecting larger proposal
A day after rejecting free school meals for all North Dakota K-12 students, House members on Tuesday slightly increased the number of students who qualify for free lunch. Within House Bill 1013, the budget bill for the Department of Public Instruction, students[...]
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New Data Collection Shines Light on Broader School Staff Shortages
When schools struggle to find teachers, the problem is visible. But another staffing crisis is unfolding quietly—one that affects nearly every aspect of school life. North Dakota’s schools are facing a growing shortage of paraprofessionals, bus drivers, and other non-licensed staff, essential[...]
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Free school meals bill fails in the North Dakota House
North Dakota lawmakers have voted down a bill that would have provided free school meals to K-12 students, citing the $140 million price tag as too steep. House Bill 1475 failed in a 54-39 vote, despite support from advocates who argued it[...]
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Public charter schools get strong support from North Dakota Senate
North Dakota’s Senate has taken a significant step toward establishing public charter schools, passing Senate Bill 2241 with a decisive 40-7 vote. Sponsored by Sen. Michelle Axtman, the bill aims to create more educational options for families, despite concerns from traditional school[...]
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Student athlete eligibility changes likely even as bill fails on North Dakota House floor
North Dakota lawmakers sent a clear message on high school sports transfers: Change is coming, but not through legislation—yet. A bill to lift the one-year waiting period for student-athletes switching schools failed, but pressure on the state’s activities association remains. With families[...]
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Minot Public Schools weighing options with land near Ramstad Middle School
The Minot Public School District is weighing a significant decision regarding 70 acres of land near Erik Ramstad Middle School, which was originally gifted to them. Superintendent Scott Faul shared that discussions are ongoing, with an assessment of the land pending. While[...]
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Puck drops on West Region boys’ hockey postseason in Minot (Tournament Preview)
The West Region Boys’ Hockey Tournament kicks off on February 17 in Minot, with teams eager to carve their path to the championship. Williston faces Hazen-Beulah, while Bismarck High takes on Dickinson in the play-in games. The competition is fierce this year,[...]
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School Choice Debate Heats Up as Lawmakers Split on Education Savings Accounts
North Dakota lawmakers took a step toward school choice but stopped short of a sweeping change. House Bill 1540, which narrowly passed, would create education savings accounts but at a reduced funding level, easing in over time. Meanwhile, three similar bills failed,[...]
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Teaching for Life Beyond the Classroom
Education isn’t just about math and reading—it’s about preparing kids for life. Schools often claim to support the “whole child,” but too often, that stops at test scores. True wellness means addressing students’ emotional, financial, physical, and social needs alongside academics. Some[...]