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Students are building momentum in Science, and their performance shows it!
🌱 In Life Science, 82% of students scored Level 2 or higher—exceeding the state average.
⚛️ In Physical Science, nearly 80% were at or near grade level.
✅ Strengths
• Strong engagement in biology and chemistry concepts
• Curiosity and observation skills are growing across classrooms
⚠️ Areas to Strengthen
• Only 7% of students reached full proficiency in science.
• Key next steps: boost reasoning, inquiry, and application of scientific methods.
👨👩👧 What Parents Can Do
• Visit museums, watch science videos, or do home experiments together.
• Ask your child questions that encourage thinking like a scientist: “Why do you think that happened?”
• Help them study vocabulary and processes used in labs.
• A consistent bedtime, full school days, and being on time are especially important on lab or test days.
• Every school day builds knowledge—help your child show up ready to explore.
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Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda
Regular School Board Meeting
12:00 pm November 5, 2025
Alternative Room Fort Totten Public School
1. Call to Order, Establish Quorum
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comments on Agenda items only
4. Student Outcome Goals: Goal 2- The percentage of students in grade 10 mathematics on grade level or above will increase from 0% in August 2025, __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, and __% in August 2030
a. Goal Progress Measure 2.1- The percentage of 10th grade students at Level 3 on ND A+ Interim Math assessments will increase from 10% in October 2025, __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, and __% in August 2030.
b. Goal Progress Measure 2.2- The percentage of 10th grade students at or above level on __________ will increase from __% in August 2025, __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, and __% in August 2030.
5. Consent Agenda
a. Approve Minutes
i. 10-01-2025
b. Financials
i. Approve Bills
ii. Approve Financial Report
iii. Manual Journal Entries
iv. Cash Receipts
c. Employee Christmas Indians Gear Gift
d. Tuition Waivers for Devils Lake Public School
6. Items for Discuss and Action
a. ND High School Activities Association Correspondence
b. Superintendent Evaluation
c. Annual Statement of Interest Requirements
d. CSI to TSI
7. Next Meeting-December 3, 2025
8. Adjournment
Join remotely: Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/3ZVfd9e Meeting ID: 250 182 798 651 Passcode: xrpSnv
📐 Math Spotlight: Growth in Focus
FWHS students are building stronger foundations in Mathematics—and it’s showing!
💥 In Data & Probability, 70% of students scored Level 2 or higher—outpacing the state’s 48%.
✅ Strengths
• Data and statistics are becoming strengths—students are connecting math to the real world.
⚠️ Areas to Strengthen
• In Algebraic Reasoning and Geometry, over 65% of students scored below grade level.
• No students yet reached proficiency in these areas, so targeted instruction is underway.
👨👩👧 What Parents Can Do
• Use everyday math: budgeting, cooking, or measuring while doing chores.
• Encourage a “growth mindset”: mistakes are how we learn!
• Use online tools like Khan Academy for extra help at home.
• Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and arrives to school on time—math takes mental focus and clarity.
• Help prioritize attendance—math builds day by day, and missing instruction can set students behind quickly.
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📚 English Language Arts Spotlight: Reaching for Mastery!
Our students are finding their voice and rising in English Language Arts—and the data proves it!
🔵 70% of FWHS students scored at the Approaching level, compared to 41% statewide.
📝 In Writing, 59% of our students reached the top level—matching the state’s best!
✅ Strengths
• Writing is a standout area and has been a focus for many years—students are building strong written expression.
• Two-thirds of students are meeting expectations in text analysis.
⚠️ Areas to Strengthen
• In Comprehension, 37% of students scored below grade level—compared to 25% statewide.
• The next step is moving students from “approaching” to “proficient.”
👨👩👧 What Parents Can Do
• Read with your child daily—ask them to summarize and analyze what they read.
• Encourage writing through journaling or storytelling.
• Ask questions that stretch thinking: “Why do you think that happened?” or “What’s the author trying to say?”
• Ensure your child is well-rested and on time for school—focus and stamina start at home.
• Daily attendance matters—every missed class is a missed opportunity to build skills.
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🎉📊 FWHS: A New Chapter Begins!
💥 BIG HUGE NEWS: Four Winds High School has officially exited Comprehensive Support & Improvement (CSI) status and has moved into Targeted Support & Improvement (TSI) status!
After years of focused efforts, growth, and relentless dedication to student success, the data is in and North Dakota Department of Public Instruction has recognized our progress. This is not just a step forward—it’s a leap into a stronger, more empowered future for our students and community.
🔵 And there’s more…
Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing how our students performed in Math, ELA, and Science on the 2024–2025 ND A+ Summative Assessments.
➡️ Real growth. Real numbers. Real momentum.
This is a defining moment for #IndiansNation—and we’re just getting started.
📌 Stay tuned. Be proud. Share the good news.
📈 Four Winds is rising—and the results are just the beginning!
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📣 Four Winds High School is building strong pathways for our students to become tomorrow’s educators—starting today!
Through powerful partnerships, we’re helping students become Choice Ready and community-focused leaders.
🔷 Minot State University + ND Department of Public Instruction
We’ve partnered with Minot State’s Aspire Program and the ND DPI Education Pathways initiative to offer students real experiences in education careers. Whether it’s teaching, counseling, or educational leadership, students can explore the world of education through:
✔️ Coursework
✔️ Mentorship
✔️ Field experience
✔️ Hands-on support
From the classroom to the community—our students are leading the way.
🔗 Learn more about Aspire
🔗 Explore Education Pathways
📚 Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC)
We’re also proud to expand our partnership with Little Hoop (CCCC) to offer even more dual credit courses, so our high school students can earn college credit right here at FWHS.
More opportunity. More access. More momentum.
🌟 At Four Winds, we don’t just talk about the future—we build it.
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