Kayla Henson
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Lincoln student wins grand prize in national read-a-thon
Lincoln Elementary fourth-grader read over 50 books to become a prize winner in the National Imagine Language & Literacy Winter Read-a-Thon. → Read More
Dickinson Middle School students showcase community connections
While Dickinson Middle School students spent less time with their peers during the fall 2020 semester due to the pandemic, they were able to make new connections in the community. They interviewed and wrote about a member of the community for the Humans of Dickinson project, which was created by teachers in the school’s 7th/8th grade split classes. “We really wanted our students to be able to… → Read More
An inside look into Dickinson High’s dental assisting program
Dickinson High School’s academy model exposes students to various career fields early through guest speakers and job shadowing. As they progress in their high school years, they can choose a broad career category to explore, such as healthcare careers. → Read More
New school model allows Dickinson High students to become dental assistants, firefighters
As part of its new academy model, students at Dickinson High School can now become certified dental assistants or firefighters. The novel program provides area students a head-start on their careers while still in High School. More on the program and requirements. → Read More
New school model allows Dickinson High students to become dental assistants, firefighters
As part of its new academy model, students at Dickinson High School can now become certified dental assistants or firefighters. The novel program provides area students a head-start on their careers while still in High School. More on the program and requirements. → Read More
DHS offers dental assistant, firefighter courses
As part of its new academy model, students at Dickinson High School can now become certified dental assistants or firefighters. The novel program provides area students a head-start on their careers while still in High School. More on the program and requirements. → Read More
Trinity students give back with annual food drive, jug wars
Trinity Junior High and High School students, grades 7-12, completed a weekly-themed food drive for the Dorcas Society. → Read More
DPS to continue free meals through end of school year
Dickinson Public Schools announced that an extension of the USDA COVID-19 lunch program will allow students to continue to receive free school lunches until the end of the school year. → Read More
Happy Rock Farm celebrates 2nd Annual Christmas with the Alpacas
Fans of animals are invited to Happy Rock Farm’s 2nd Annual Christmas with the Alpacas in Gladstone on Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. → Read More
Belfield Public School to purchase property for additional parking
Final stages of purchase aims to provide Belfield Public School District with additional parking for football field. → Read More
DSU faculty divided on direction of university as strategic planning begins
Dickinson State University has begun their strategic planning. Given the university’s financial hardships and the ongoing COVID pandemic, we speak with them about it. → Read More
COVID-19, hybrid schedule changes RASP
From fewer students in its Regional Afterschool Program each day to the creation of a full-day program, the COVID-19 pandemic and the Dickinson Public Schools resulting hybrid schedule have even shaped learning options outside of the traditional classroom. → Read More
Belfield to consider moving to four-day school week
Belfield Public School is considering changing its five-day school week schedule to a four-day schedule next school year. → Read More
DPS considering bringing students back full-time
At its next school board meeting, the Dickinson School Board will consider returning students to full-time face-to-face instruction on Monday, Nov. 30. → Read More
Trinity holds reverse parade for Veteran's Day
Students from Trinity Junior High and High School braved the blustering winds to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces with a reverse parade for Veteran's Day. They held up handmade signs and flags and waved to passersby as they huddled together for warmth on the edge of the school's practice football field, Wednesday. → Read More
Heart River joins the Positivity Project
Heart River Elementary School students are working to build character strengths and positive relationships. → Read More
DSU's Pulver Hall renovations underway
Dickinson State University's Pulver Hall will soon serve as a focal point for scholars and Theodore Roosevelt enthusiasts alike as it is to become the new home of the university's Theodore Roosevelt Center. → Read More
Dickinson Public Schools hires new business manager
The Dickinson Public School Board unanimously voted to hire Stephanie Hunter as the Dickinson Public School District's new business manager during a special board meeting, Oct. 29. → Read More
Health officials explain delays in testing, new types of tests
Stark County, along with the rest of North Dakota, has been experiencing a delay in COVID-19 test results, health officials say. → Read More
DMS awarded for going 'above and beyond' for military staff
"It’s really nice to see this kind of support for the military and the patriotism that’s basically infused throughout the student and the staff community," said Richard Brauhn, regional director for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). → Read More