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MSU Giving Day Approaching

MINOT — Minot State University's Giving Day is April 13. All donations given on that day will receive a 50% match from the MSU Development Foundation's pool of funds. Rick Hedberg, the executive director of the Development Foundation, said the foundation supports students, staff, facility, and many programs. “Basically we’re formed to support all things […]
by Lydia Hoverson
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April 1, 2022

Western Governors University, North Dakota Community Colleges Formalize Partnership

Governor announced partnership during 2022 State of the State Address; will allow seamless transfer into WGU’s online degree programs BISMARCK — Western Governors University (WGU) and the five community colleges within the North Dakota University System have signed a memorandum of understanding that will provide their graduates and staff with an affordable pathway to earning […]
by The Dakotan
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March 17, 2022

4-H Fosters Education for Military Youth: Summer Camps and more

WASHBURN — Nestled amongst a forest of tall cottonwood trees on the banks of the Missouri River just outside of Washburn, the North Dakota 4-H Camp offers a perfect summer getaway for youth all over the state. Not only does 4-H provide a variety of exciting summer camps to foster every passion imaginable, but it […]
by Abigail Kinder
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March 15, 2022

School Board Approves Additional Staff Despite Deficits

MINOT — Minot Public Schools (MPS) School Board approved opening three additional staff positions for next year, one full-time and two part-time, during its meeting on Tuesday. Assistant superintendent Kim Slotsve recommended the board approve a full-time counselor for Jim Hill Middle School. State staffing recommendations call for no more than 300 students per counselor […]
by Jasahd Stewart
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March 9, 2022

New High School Survey Results

MINOT — Minot Public Schools (MPS) shared the results from an online survey regarding suggestions for school names, colors, and mascots for the new high school at Tuesday’s meeting. “We had almost 1,500 people complete the online survey. Great excitement with all of it,” said MPS Superintendent Mark Vollmer. The dominant theme for a new […]
by Jasahd Stewart
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March 8, 2022

Edison Safe Routes Project

Additional sidewalk to improve safety MINOT — The 2022 Edison Safe Routes to School project completed its bid phase and is now scheduled to add an additional sidewalk, curb ramps, and driveways near Edison Elementary School to increase the safety of pedestrians. The Minot City Council agreed at Tuesday’s meeting to hire Ti-Zack Concrete Inc., […]
by Jasahd Stewart
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February 25, 2022

Proposed School Boundaries Explained

Public Input Sought MINOT — Residents got a look at proposed new boundaries throughout the Minot Public School system, and responded to them, during an MPS informational session Monday evening. The public gathering was held at the Cognizant building on the northwest edge of the city, the structure scheduled to be converted to the system’s […]
by Kim Fundingsland
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February 22, 2022

Minot Public Schools in Need of Staff 

31 positions currently open  MINOT — Minot Public Schools (MPS) is facing a shortage of staff throughout elementary and secondary education schools.  “Everything is hard to fill,” explained Kim Slotsve, assistant superintendent. “The one only thing not on that list is administration…. We will have 17 secondary positions to fill and 14 elementary.”  Of the […]
by Jasahd Stewart
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February 11, 2022
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