Attendance & Engagement Soared
Showing Up STRONG at FWHS!
Our students showed up and showed OUT last year—boosting attendance, participation, and engagement across the board!
More students in class
More students involved
More voices heard
Let’s keep the momentum going—every day counts at Four Winds High School!
#ShowUpStrong #FWHSIndianSpirit #IndiansRise #FWHSAttendanceMatters
Showing Up STRONG at FWHS!
Our students showed up and showed OUT last year—boosting attendance, participation, and engagement across the board!
More students in class
More students involved
More voices heard
Let’s keep the momentum going—every day counts at Four Winds High School!
#ShowUpStrong #FWHSIndianSpirit #IndiansRise #FWHSAttendanceMatters
Academic Excellence Rising
BIG GAINS IN THE CLASSROOM!
Last year, Four Winds High School students made major academic strides across multiple grade levels!
From reading scores to math mastery, our students showed what focus, support, and effort can do.
This year—we’re aiming even higher
Let’s keep building a future full of excellence!
Proud to be Four Winds. Proud to be an Indian.
#FourWindsIndians #AcademicSuccess #FWHSProgress #ProudToBeAnIndian #FWHSIndianSpirit
BIG GAINS IN THE CLASSROOM!
Last year, Four Winds High School students made major academic strides across multiple grade levels!
From reading scores to math mastery, our students showed what focus, support, and effort can do.
This year—we’re aiming even higher
Let’s keep building a future full of excellence!
Proud to be Four Winds. Proud to be an Indian.
#FourWindsIndians #AcademicSuccess #FWHSProgress #ProudToBeAnIndian #FWHSIndianSpirit
Get Ready!
SOMETHING BIG IS COMING TO #INDIANSNATION!
Over the next few days, we’re celebrating everything we accomplished last year at Four Winds High School—and trust us, it’s worth shouting from the rooftops!
From academic growth and attendance wins to student success and community partnerships…
We’ve got stories to tell.
We’ve got reasons to be proud.
We’ve got momentum—and we’re just getting started!
Stay tuned and get ready to celebrate what makes FWHS STRONG, PROUD, and UNITED.
Drop a in the comments if you’re proud to be part of #FourWindsIndians!
#FWHSHighlights #ProudToBeAnIndian #IndiansRise #FWHSIndianSpirit #TogetherWeRise
SOMETHING BIG IS COMING TO #INDIANSNATION!
Over the next few days, we’re celebrating everything we accomplished last year at Four Winds High School—and trust us, it’s worth shouting from the rooftops!
From academic growth and attendance wins to student success and community partnerships…
We’ve got stories to tell.
We’ve got reasons to be proud.
We’ve got momentum—and we’re just getting started!
Stay tuned and get ready to celebrate what makes FWHS STRONG, PROUD, and UNITED.
Drop a in the comments if you’re proud to be part of #FourWindsIndians!
#FWHSHighlights #ProudToBeAnIndian #IndiansRise #FWHSIndianSpirit #TogetherWeRise
JOB OPENING
Fort Totten Public School
Job Position: Custodian (10-Month Position: August – May)
Location: Fort Totten Public School District
Four Winds Public High School
Supervisor: Principal
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Starting at $15.00/hour (DOE)
Benefits:
• Insurance Package – Single Medical, Dental, Vision with low deductibles
• Retirement – ND PERS
• Sick Leave – 15 days (120 hours) with carryover up to 150 days
• Personal Leave – 5 days (40 hours) with carryover up to 16 hours
• Vacation – 2 days
• Life Insurance with AD/D
• Cafeteria Plan (Section 125)
Employment: 2025–26 School Year (10-month position, August through May)
Note: This position does not qualify for unemployment benefits during summer months when school is not in session.
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be self-motivated and take pride in maintaining a clean, safe environment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and stoop for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must pass a background and drug test
• Previous custodial or maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and strong work ethic
What You'll Do:
• Clean and maintain classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas
• Perform daily sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing tasks
• Disinfect restrooms and high-touch surfaces to maintain a healthy environment
• Strip, wax, buff, and shampoo floors and carpets as needed
• Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling
• Restock and manage janitorial supplies
• Report any damage or needed repairs to supervisors promptly
• Assist with snow removal, salting walkways, and minor groundskeeping
• Prepare school facilities for daily use and special events
• Lock/unlock the building and ensure all areas are secure after use
• Follow safety protocols and proper use of cleaning equipment and products
• Take initiative to identify areas needing attention without being prompted
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal or Facilities Director
Start Date: August 2025
Apply Online: https://www.fourwinds.k12.nd.us/o/fwhs/page/employment by 08/01/2025
Contact: Business Manager
(701) 766-1438
fwhs.business@k12.nd.us
Fort Totten Public School
Job Position: Custodian (10-Month Position: August – May)
Location: Fort Totten Public School District
Four Winds Public High School
Supervisor: Principal
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Starting at $15.00/hour (DOE)
Benefits:
• Insurance Package – Single Medical, Dental, Vision with low deductibles
• Retirement – ND PERS
• Sick Leave – 15 days (120 hours) with carryover up to 150 days
• Personal Leave – 5 days (40 hours) with carryover up to 16 hours
• Vacation – 2 days
• Life Insurance with AD/D
• Cafeteria Plan (Section 125)
Employment: 2025–26 School Year (10-month position, August through May)
Note: This position does not qualify for unemployment benefits during summer months when school is not in session.
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be self-motivated and take pride in maintaining a clean, safe environment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and stoop for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must pass a background and drug test
• Previous custodial or maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and strong work ethic
What You'll Do:
• Clean and maintain classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas
• Perform daily sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing tasks
• Disinfect restrooms and high-touch surfaces to maintain a healthy environment
• Strip, wax, buff, and shampoo floors and carpets as needed
• Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling
• Restock and manage janitorial supplies
• Report any damage or needed repairs to supervisors promptly
• Assist with snow removal, salting walkways, and minor groundskeeping
• Prepare school facilities for daily use and special events
• Lock/unlock the building and ensure all areas are secure after use
• Follow safety protocols and proper use of cleaning equipment and products
• Take initiative to identify areas needing attention without being prompted
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal or Facilities Director
Start Date: August 2025
Apply Online: https://www.fourwinds.k12.nd.us/o/fwhs/page/employment by 08/01/2025
Contact: Business Manager
(701) 766-1438
fwhs.business@k12.nd.us
The Fort Totten Public School Board made a very difficult decision to end the Four Winds-Minnewaukan sports co-op with Minnewaukan Public School at the Annual Board meeting held on July 2, 2025. We understand that this decision has raised concerns within our community, and we want to reassure you that it was not made lightly or in haste.
Several factors were carefully considered, including student enrollment numbers, participation rates, and financial sustainability. Our primary goal remains to maintain a high standard of extracurricular activities, while ensuring these opportunities are feasible and beneficial for all of our students.
While the co-op will officially end after the last day of the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize that the Fort Totten Public School Board members, administrators, and coaching staff are fully committed to ensuring that all students, particularly those from Minnewaukan, continue to have opportunities to participate in the activities that matter most to them. We will work closely with the North Dakota High School Activities Association, coaches, athletes, and families to explore options for students to continue their high school athletic careers, with and without varsity participation consequences.
We recognize the importance of these programs for our students, and we remain dedicated to providing a path forward that supports their continued growth, both academically and in extracurricular activities. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we navigate this process. We will keep coaches informed, and as additional information becomes available, we will ensure they share it with players and their families.
Several factors were carefully considered, including student enrollment numbers, participation rates, and financial sustainability. Our primary goal remains to maintain a high standard of extracurricular activities, while ensuring these opportunities are feasible and beneficial for all of our students.
While the co-op will officially end after the last day of the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize that the Fort Totten Public School Board members, administrators, and coaching staff are fully committed to ensuring that all students, particularly those from Minnewaukan, continue to have opportunities to participate in the activities that matter most to them. We will work closely with the North Dakota High School Activities Association, coaches, athletes, and families to explore options for students to continue their high school athletic careers, with and without varsity participation consequences.
We recognize the importance of these programs for our students, and we remain dedicated to providing a path forward that supports their continued growth, both academically and in extracurricular activities. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we navigate this process. We will keep coaches informed, and as additional information becomes available, we will ensure they share it with players and their families.
Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda
Annual School Board Meeting
12:00 pm July 02, 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
a. Goal 1- The percentage of students in grade 10 Read on grade level or above on the ND A+ Summative Assessment will increase from ____% in August 2025 to ____% in August 2029
i. Goal Progress Measure 1.1- The percentage of 10th grade students on or above benchmark on ND A+ Interim Read assessments will increase from ____% in October 2024 to ____% in October 2029.
ii. Goal Progress Measure 1.2- The percentage of 10th grade students at or above level on Read 180 assessments will increase from 7% in June 2023 to 18% in 2024, 29% in 2025, 38% in 2026, 44% in 2027, and 50% in June 2028.
5. Consent Agenda
a. Approve Minutes
i. 06-04-2025 Regular
ii. 06-23-2025 Special
b. Financials
i. Approve Bills
ii. Approve Financial Report
6. Adjourn Regular Meeting
7. Convene of Annual Meeting
a. Call to Order
b. Election of Officers
i. President and Vice President
c. Appointments
i. Business Manager-Christina Anderson
ii. School Wide Title I, II, III, and IV Authorized Rep-Jeff Olson
iii. Title IX Coordinator-Rick Smith
iv. Homeless Children & Youth Liaison-Brigitte Greywater
v. 504 Coordinator- Kristi Black
vi. Official Newspaper-Benson County Press
d. Official Depository-First United Bank and Gate City Bank
e. Bank Pledge of Securities-First United Bank and Gate City Bank
f. Bank Signature Cards
g. Day and Time for Regular meetings
h. Approve Contracts and Wages
i. Certified: Black, Kristi, Bommersbach; Erin, Brustad; Nancy, Cartwright; Kevin, Davidson; David, Fraase, Reed; Fuchs, Jeffery; Gregory, Jason; Hangad, Glenda; Haagenson, Jenna; Harrington, Denise; Lohnes, John, Perry, David; Ploium, Corey; Sand, Ariel; Somerville-Dion, Janet; Willert, Daniel; Freschette, Carla
ii. Business Manager: Anderson, Christina
iii. Dean of Students: de la Paz, Magdalena
iv. Special Ed Director Estenson, Megan; AD-Smith, Richard
v. School Psychologist- Greywater, Brigitte
vi. Principal: Mertens, Travis
vii. IT: Morin, Christopher
viii. Superintendent: Olson, Jeffery
ix. Classified Staff: Urlab, Jeff; WalkingEagle, Carl; King, Bill; Nelson, Robert; Hillebrand, Jozette; Atherton, Carrie; Littlewind, Carmen; ; Chaske, Darius; Hooey, Diane; Ironhawk, Mary; Laducer, Linus; Davidson, David; Brown, Ermen; Presnell, Nathan; Trottier, Shawn; Alderman, Taylor; Wobbema, LaShane
x. Minnewaukan Public School District Sports Coop
8. Next Meeting-TBA
9. Adjournment
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Annual School Board Meeting
12:00 pm July 02, 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
a. Goal 1- The percentage of students in grade 10 Read on grade level or above on the ND A+ Summative Assessment will increase from ____% in August 2025 to ____% in August 2029
i. Goal Progress Measure 1.1- The percentage of 10th grade students on or above benchmark on ND A+ Interim Read assessments will increase from ____% in October 2024 to ____% in October 2029.
ii. Goal Progress Measure 1.2- The percentage of 10th grade students at or above level on Read 180 assessments will increase from 7% in June 2023 to 18% in 2024, 29% in 2025, 38% in 2026, 44% in 2027, and 50% in June 2028.
5. Consent Agenda
a. Approve Minutes
i. 06-04-2025 Regular
ii. 06-23-2025 Special
b. Financials
i. Approve Bills
ii. Approve Financial Report
6. Adjourn Regular Meeting
7. Convene of Annual Meeting
a. Call to Order
b. Election of Officers
i. President and Vice President
c. Appointments
i. Business Manager-Christina Anderson
ii. School Wide Title I, II, III, and IV Authorized Rep-Jeff Olson
iii. Title IX Coordinator-Rick Smith
iv. Homeless Children & Youth Liaison-Brigitte Greywater
v. 504 Coordinator- Kristi Black
vi. Official Newspaper-Benson County Press
d. Official Depository-First United Bank and Gate City Bank
e. Bank Pledge of Securities-First United Bank and Gate City Bank
f. Bank Signature Cards
g. Day and Time for Regular meetings
h. Approve Contracts and Wages
i. Certified: Black, Kristi, Bommersbach; Erin, Brustad; Nancy, Cartwright; Kevin, Davidson; David, Fraase, Reed; Fuchs, Jeffery; Gregory, Jason; Hangad, Glenda; Haagenson, Jenna; Harrington, Denise; Lohnes, John, Perry, David; Ploium, Corey; Sand, Ariel; Somerville-Dion, Janet; Willert, Daniel; Freschette, Carla
ii. Business Manager: Anderson, Christina
iii. Dean of Students: de la Paz, Magdalena
iv. Special Ed Director Estenson, Megan; AD-Smith, Richard
v. School Psychologist- Greywater, Brigitte
vi. Principal: Mertens, Travis
vii. IT: Morin, Christopher
viii. Superintendent: Olson, Jeffery
ix. Classified Staff: Urlab, Jeff; WalkingEagle, Carl; King, Bill; Nelson, Robert; Hillebrand, Jozette; Atherton, Carrie; Littlewind, Carmen; ; Chaske, Darius; Hooey, Diane; Ironhawk, Mary; Laducer, Linus; Davidson, David; Brown, Ermen; Presnell, Nathan; Trottier, Shawn; Alderman, Taylor; Wobbema, LaShane
x. Minnewaukan Public School District Sports Coop
8. Next Meeting-TBA
9. Adjournment
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The Four Winds High School Offices will be closed on Thursday, July 3rd for cleaning and maintenance.
REMINDER: 1 week left to order your FWHS 2024-2025 Yearbook. Your order must be paid for by June 30th for it to process!
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Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda
Special School Board Meeting
12:00 pm June 23, 2025
Alternative Room Fort Totten Public School
1. Call to Order, Establish Quorum
2. Canvas Votes
3. Personnel
a. Approve Salary Increases for: Superintendent, Principal, and Business Manager
4. Next Meeting (Annual Meeting)-July 2, 2025
5. Adjournment
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Meeting ID: 250 182 798 651
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The Four Winds High School 2024-2025 Yearbook is available for purchase until June 30th—and you won’t want to miss it! From unforgettable moments in the classroom and hilarious candid shots to epic sporting events and milestone memories, this yearbook captures it ALL! 🏆🎓✨
📕 Secure your copy today and own a piece of school history. See the attached flyer for further ordering details! 💥
School Board Election Day
Annual Election of the Fort Totten School District #30
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Polls will be open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Alternative/CTE Building, 7268 Highway 57 Fort Totten, North Dakota.
The following official will be elected:
At Large School Board Member(s): Two (2) for three (3) years
Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda
Regular School Board Meeting
12:00 pm June 4, 2025
Alternative Room Fort Totten Public School
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Quarter 4 A and B Honor Roll
Annual school district election of the Fort Totten School District #30
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Polls will be open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Alternative/CTE Building, 7268 Highway 57 Fort Totten, North Dakota.
The following official will be elected:
At Large School Board Member(s): Two (2) for three (3) years
If auxiliary aids are required to vote contact Christina Anderson at (701)766-1438 at least 5 days prior to the election.
Christina Anderson
Business Manager
Fort Totten Public School District No. 30
Fort Totten, ND 58335
NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION
FORT TOTTEN PUBLIC SCHOOL
DISTRICT NO. 30
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual school district election of the Fort Totten School District #30 that on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the polling location listed below. The annual election will be held for the purpose of electing two members to the school board, one for a three-year term, one for a three-year term.
Polls will be open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Alternative/CTE Building, 7268 Highway 57 Fort Totten, North Dakota.
The following official will be elected:
At Large School Board Member(s): Two (2) for three (3) years
The polling locations are as follows: Alternative/CTE Building, 7268 Highway 57 Fort Totten, North Dakota.
If auxiliary aids are required to vote contact Christina Anderson at (701)766-1438 at least 5 days prior to the election.
Christina Anderson
Business Manager
Fort Totten Public School District No. 30
Fort Totten, ND 58335
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