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New state financial literacy standards implementing smoothly at local level, say Grand Forks school leaders
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (420+ words) GRAND FORKS " After the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction released statewide financial literacy content standards for K-12 students, Grand Forks school leaders say the implementation is going well. Davonne Eldredge, NDDPI assistant director of academic support, said making kids aware…...
On early release days, Grand Forks Public Schools staff meet to align academic practices and standards
3+ day, 6+ hour ago (321+ words) GRAND FORKS " Every other Wednesday at Grand Forks Public Schools, students are released early, allowing staff to meet in professional learning communities. School leaders say the practice increases student achievement. "Hopefully, when we as teachers meet together, we become better,…...
UND celebrates partnership with Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, opportunities to come for STEM students
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (576+ words) GRAND FORKS " The University of North Dakota's partnership with the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation doesn't just create opportunities for UND students to impact the growth of the nation, according to testimony from ASF student scholars, alumni and astronauts. It opens doors…...
North Dakota flu season includes first child deaths since 2016
2+ week, 3+ day ago (487+ words) BISMARCK " North Dakota health officials are encouraging residents to pay attention to potential flu symptoms after five influenza-associated deaths this flu season " with two deaths in children younger than 10. North Dakota had not reported a childhood flu death since 2016. "It…...
Minnesota child care providers complain of ICE actions ‘traumatizing’ kids
2+ week, 4+ day ago (315+ words) ST. PAUL " With U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations increasing in Minnesota , and following the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Good , child care providers say learning and nurturing are being interrupted. "We are all used to in Minnesota snow days, but…...
UND organizers hope robotics competition's location in Alerus Center will help draw attention to the sport
2+ week, 6+ day ago (663+ words) GRAND FORKS " The North Dakota VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Event is in its second year being held at the Alerus Center, and organizers and competitors alike see the event's prominent location as a mark of the middle- and high-school robotics…...
UND student-led a capella group has made caroling a tradition and community outreach opportunity
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (458+ words) EDITOR'S NOTE:This story is part of a holiday series that will run through Dec. 25 in the Grand Forks Herald. GRAND FORKS " A group of green and red, the UND Varsity Gentlemen stood before a long line of people waiting…...
Lemony Oyster Ranch Crackers are bright and savory
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (482+ words) FARGO " Sometimes it's nice to have a few quick and easy recipes to take the stress out of the holiday hustle. These Lemony Ranch Oyster Crackers are the perfect addition to your seasonal snack mixes. They are bright, savory and…...
Iconic Santabear turns 40 this year — and still can’t stay on shelves
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (893+ words) FARGO " At 40, many icons slow down. Knees ache. Hair grays. Fashion choices become questionable. Santabear, however, has picked up a crown, slipped into a blazer and tie, and marched right back onto store shelves " debonair as ever. The 2025 40th Anniversary Santabear,…...
New cellphone ban has helped students focus and connect, says Grand Forks Central High School principal
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (377+ words) GRAND FORKS " Grand Forks Central High School Principal Jon Strandell said he has seen students become more attentive in the classroom and engaged with one another after the statewide cellphone ban went into effect this year. "Over the other years,…...