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Has it been a year already?
Happy Anniversary to the GFPS Career and Character Education's 4myfuture blog!4myfuture will celebrate their one year blogging anniversary on Feb. 10. 4myfuture is a blog devoted to the Career and Ch...
Posted on 2/9/12 at 7:00 AM
U.S. News & World Report, others: UND Online programs move to head of the class
The University of North Dakota earned the No. 3 spot in the nation in two recent independent assessments, including one by U.S. News & World Report, for the schools exceptional online programs....
Posted on 1/27/12 at 11:34 AM
Marisa Shady third, Esko girls third in Class A cross country
Defending champion Marisa Shady of Esko finished third in Saturdays Minnesota Class A high school girls cross country meet at St.Olaf College in Northfield, Minn. Top-ranked Clare Flanagan, a Blake S...
Posted on 11/5/11 at 1:01 PM
Areavoices #37 - My Big Fat Greek Blog and more...
I loved the movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" which told the story of a young Greek American woman navigating modern day romance within the confines of her traditional Greek family. So funny. Maybe tha...
Posted on 6/29/11 at 11:16 AM
The social mission of medical schools
Few would argue that it's the mission of medical schools in the U.S. to produce trained and qualified physicians who can provide needed health care to the American population. But do medical schools...
Posted on 6/29/10 at 5:37 AM
Dickinson residents can help name school 
As has been regularly reported, the Dickinson Public Schools is proceeding with construction of a kindergarten to fifth grade elementary school in northwest Dickinson.
By Doug Sullivan , January 14, 2012
Dickinson State University president gets the ax 
By Amy Dalrymple , December 16, 2011
Dickinson schools see improvement from learning program 
By April Baumgarten , December 13, 2011
Dickinson schools working on accommodations for enrollment increases 
The economic activity in northwest and southwest North Dakota is generating uncertain situations and interesting discussions for the school board and administration.
By By Doug Sullivan , November 30, 2011
UC Davis launches probe after pepper spray video 
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The chancellor of the University of California, Davis said Saturday that the school was launching an investigation after “chilling” video images surfaced online showing an officer using pepper spray on several protesters as they sit passively with their arms interlocked.
November 19, 2011
Some southwest ND schools cut access to soda, energy drinks 
Some area high schools are trying to prevent students from quenching their thirst with sugar-filled beverages by eliminating the choice of soda and energy drinks. And to avoid losing business, some soda companies are putting timers on vending machines so students can purchase certain beverages at certain times.
By April Baumgarten , August 24, 2011
Schools address social networking, should students and teachers be ‘friends’? 
Most students and many teachers have accounts on social networking websites, such as Facebook or Twitter, and education officials said there is an understanding of what is acceptable conduct between instructor and student even in the absence of technology-specific policies.
By Klark Byrd , August 19, 2011
Attorney says dismissed Dickinson State University President McCallum will fight for his job
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The attorney for fired Dickinson State University President Richard McCallum said today his client was not treated fairly and will fight for his job.August 08, 2011
Education secretary: States to get waivers on No Child tests 
(AP) — The Obama administration unveiled plans Monday to give school districts a break from the stringent testing mandates in the No Child Left Behind Law, as long as they pursue other reform efforts.
August 08, 2011
Chancellor says Dickinson State University President McCallum turns in keys, university credit card 
FARGO (AP) — The North Dakota University System chancellor says Dickinson State University President Richard McCallum turned in his keys this morning.
August 08, 2011
Students in Dickinson district score higher than state average 
By Klark Byrd , July 12, 2011
DSU forging ahead 
A few weeks ago, Dickinson State University celebrated its 93rd birthday.
As we reflect upon the excitement of completing another successful year, we are moving forward in a deliberate manner to forge new boundaries and create windows of opportunity.
By Richard McCallum , July 03, 2011
Group says Dickinson Public Schools can't leave organization 
The Roughrider Education Services Program denied Dickinson Public Schools request to withdraw from the organization during this afternoon's meeting.
June 29, 2011
Beach, Belfield to begin $100K ‘Safe Route’ projects 
Two sidewalk improvement projects nearing $100,000 each will soon be underway in Belfield and Beach to help encourage children to get off the road and walk or bike to school in the upcoming year, city officials said.
Beach is expected to begin its project today and Belfield should start in the next few weeks.
By Klark Byrd , June 23, 2011
Tenn. Senate OKs ban on teaching of homosexuality 
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A bill passed Friday by the Tennessee Senate would forbid public school teachers and students in grades kindergarten through eight from discussing the fact that some people are gay.
May 20, 2011
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