East Grand Forks School Board Deliberates on Girls’ Hockey Co-op Amidst Broader Educational Challenges

Overview: The East Grand Forks Public School Board meeting focused on the potential cooperative arrangement for girls’ hockey and the broader challenges facing the district, including enrollment changes, financial adjustments, and the need for educational interventions. The board grappled with the decision regarding a girls’ hockey co-op involving Sacred Heart, while also discussing academic support strategies and community engagement.

East Grand Forks School Board Considers Girls’ Hockey Co-op Amid Low Participation Concerns

Overview: The East Grand Forks Public School Board meeting focused on several issues, with attention given to the potential co-op agreement for girls’ hockey with Sacred Heart. This proposal comes in response to declining participation levels at the younger age groups, which threaten the sustainability of the program. Additionally, the board discussed the implementation of the AVID program, financial updates, and other strategic initiatives.

East Grand Forks Schools Face Classroom Size Challenges Amid Enrollment Concerns and New Initiatives

Overview: The East Grand Forks Public School Board meeting spotlighted issues of growing class sizes, particularly in middle and high schools, and the implications of flat student enrollment numbers. The meeting also covered various initiatives, from safety programs to educational strategy enhancements, as the district prepares to address these challenges.

East Grand Forks School Board Tackles Student Support Challenges with New Interventionist Proposal

Overview: In a recent meeting, the East Grand Forks Public School Board focused on addressing the increasing need for student support within the district. The board discussed the implementation of behavior interventionists and reading specialists aimed at reducing special education referrals and behavior issues, while emphasizing the need for accountability and effective intervention strategies.

Fosston School Board Approves Demolition Bid for Historic Church and Parsonage

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Fosston School Board, decisions were made regarding educational staff placement, student trips, and significant infrastructure projects. The board approved a bid for the demolition of a historic Methodist church and its parsonage, while ensuring the preservation of certain historical elements. Additionally, they addressed out-of-field teaching placements, approved funding for an FFA Convention trip, and deliberated on various operational matters including milk, bread, and fuel contracts.