Section: Education & Learning

Free school meals bill advances in North Dakota legislative committee

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota lawmakers are weighing how to fund free school meals, but the debate isn’t about whether to provide them—it’s about where the money should come from. A legislative committee backed using $140 million from the state’s general fund rather than tapping the Legacy Fund, North Dakota’s oil-fueled investment account. Supporters say it’s time for

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North Dakota lawmakers to discuss adding intelligent design to state science curriculum

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota lawmakers are set to discuss a bill that would mandate the teaching of “intelligent design” in K-12 science classes. This proposal, Senate Bill 2355, aims to classify intelligent design as a legitimate scientific theory alongside evolution. Its supporters, including notable Senate and House leaders, argue it reflects their religious convictions. However, critics contend

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Minot School District continuing search for more substitute teachers

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The Minot Public School District is facing a common but pressing challenge: a shortage of substitute teachers, particularly in elementary schools and at Minot Air Force Base. While there are nearly 200 substitutes available, many only cover high school classes, leaving younger students vulnerable when teachers are absent. Sarah Putt, a human resources assistant, highlights

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Scientists Found The Driving Force Behind Your Darkest Impulses

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Some people cut corners. Others manipulate. A few take pleasure in cruelty. Psychologists have long studied these dark personality traits individually, but researchers now argue they share a common root. They call it the D factor—a unifying thread behind narcissism, psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and more. Like general intelligence, this dark core influences a range of behaviors,

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MSU Lifelong Learning Institute offers multiple ceramics classes in February

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by: MinotVoice  |  

**MINOT, N.D.** – Minot State University’s Lifelong Learning Institute will offer multiple ceramics classes as part of its Spring 2025 class schedule, including open studio, beginner, and advanced methods. “We are very pleased to have recently retired professor Linda Olson ’84 continue to teach the region by offering multiple ceramics classes for the entire community,” said

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Bathroom bill passed by North Dakota House allows schools to be fined for noncompliance

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by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota lawmakers are doubling down on school bathroom policies. The House voted 73-18 to ban all-gender bathrooms in K-12 public schools, even single-occupancy ones, and put enforcement in the hands of the Attorney General’s Office. Schools that don’t comply could face fines of up to $2,500 per violation. Supporters say the bill strengthens an

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Slew of bills on school choice, ESAs spark debate in North Dakota Legislature

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Education savings accounts (ESAs) took center stage at the North Dakota Legislature this week, sparking debate over school choice and public funding. Supporters see ESAs as a way to give parents more control over their children’s education, while critics warn they divert public money away from already underfunded schools. Multiple bills propose different approaches, from

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Dakota College Bottineau Calls Out February as Career and Technical Education Month

by: MinotVoice  |  

January 27, 2025 – Bottineau, ND – Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) celebrates February as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. Known for CTE programs, Dakota College at Bottineau provides students with the technical skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for successful performance in a globally competitive workplace. Comprised of eight program areas, CTE is developed

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Garden kits available to early childcare education centers

by: MinotVoice  |  

BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced that applications are now being accepted from licensed North Dakota early childcare education centers for garden kits through the North United States Department of Agriculture Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Award. “The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is seeking state licensed early childhood education centers interested

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Bill seeks $55 million for shared health education space at UND

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota is seeking legislative support for a significant investment in its medical school, proposing a $55 million bill to construct a new 95,000-square-foot facility. This redevelopment aims to bring together various health disciplines, fostering collaboration and enhancing educational experiences, particularly in simulation training. With aging buildings in dire

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West Fargo School District will adjust school boundaries if upcoming vote fails

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by: MinotVoice  |  

West Fargo’s school district is facing a critical decision. With student numbers surging and space running short, voters will soon decide on a bond referendum that could shape classrooms for the next decade. A $99.6 million plan—expanding schools, adding security upgrades, and improving special education facilities—is the first step. Without it, boundary shifts could disrupt

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This class uses museums to show law students the high art of curating ideas

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by: MinotVoice  |  

You might not expect a visit to the art museum to enhance legal arguments, but Patrick Barry’s “Art and Advocacy” course does just that. This unique class intertwines the art of storytelling with the craft of persuasion, drawing intriguing parallels between curating an art exhibit and presenting a legal case. As participants explore works from

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Reading Skills Are in Sharp Decline. Rescuing Them Won’t be Easy.

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

In Brownsville, Texas, Dolores S. Perez, affectionately known as Ms. D, is dedicating her Fridays to helping young students grapple with reading. Since she began tutoring post-pandemic, her impact has grown significantly. While she brings joy and personalized lessons to her students, recent federal data reveals a troubling trend: reading scores among fourth and eighth

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Iowa Lawmakers Advance Bill to Limit Cell Phones in Class Rooms

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Iowa is taking steps to limit cellphone use in schools during instructional time, as Governor Kim Reynolds pushes for new legislation. The proposed bill aims to mandate that K-12 schools establish policies restricting personal electronic devices, with a focus on improving student concentration and addressing mental health concerns. Supporting voices in the state emphasize the

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Darwin on How to Evolve Your Imagination

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Charles Darwin didn’t just revolutionize science—he reshaped how we think about imagination itself. While Mary Shelley described creativity as shaping chaos into order, Darwin saw nature doing the same through evolution. He rejected the idea of a hierarchy among species, insisting instead on complexity. For Darwin, imagination wasn’t just an artistic gift; it was central

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Public schools are not Sunday schools

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By: Cody Schuler, North Dakota Monitor |

Religious freedom is one of our country’s most treasured liberties. Every individual and family — not politicians or the government — gets to decide for themselves what religious beliefs, if any, they adopt and practice. This constitutional protection is strongest in our public schools, which serve children and families of many religious backgrounds. As the

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