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| District | Enrollment | Schools | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Apple Creek 39 School District Bismarck | 68 | 1 | 5.0 |
| 211 | 2 | 5.0 | |
3 Enderlin Area 24 School District Enderlin | 309 | 3 | 5.0 |
4 Glen Ullin 48 School District Glen Ullin | 169 | 2 | 5.0 |
5 | 157 | 2 | 5.0 |
| 403 | 2 | 5.0 | |
7 Kindred 2 School District Kindred | 916 | 2 | 5.0 |
Reported Incidents
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District Defies Gender Identity Law
Alleged incident in Fargo 1 School District · North Dakota
A North Dakota school district is facing strong parental opposition regarding its policy on student gender identity. Parents accuse the district of planning to defy a state law requiring schools to inform parents about their children's gender identity. This situation has caused considerable community outrage.
ND Schools Transgender Policy
Alleged statewide incident in North Dakota
Schools in North Dakota have implemented new policies for the upcoming academic year. These rules dictate how the institution will address students who identify as transgender.
Bismarck Schools Push Equity, SEL
Alleged incident in Bismarck 1 School District · North Dakota
A school district is implementing a strategic plan that includes "culturally responsive practices" and Social Emotional Learning (SEL). These initiatives aim to promote "equity" and "racial justice" through curriculum and staff roles. The district utilizes resources from organizations like CASEL and Second Step to integrate these concepts into teaching.
Fargo Schools Adopts DEI
Alleged incident in Fargo 1 School District · North Dakota
The district is implementing an "Equity Action Plan" to revise curriculum and teaching practices, aiming to instill social justice consciousness. This plan includes "culturally inclusive pedagogy" and land acknowledgments across all grade levels. The district also promotes gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues through curriculum resources and scholarships.
Pledge of Allegiance removed, reinstated
Alleged incident in Fargo 1 School District · North Dakota
A school board initially voted to remove the Pledge of Allegiance from its meetings, citing concerns about its religious references and inclusivity. Following significant public outcry, the board reversed its decision and reinstated the pledge. The district also approved a land acknowledgment statement for various uses.