Four Winds High School

Announcements for Week of October 6th
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The first Sunday drum group session sponsored by FWHS 21st Century Program had a great turnout! Thank you to our instructors Leora and Derrick for your commitment to our students.

Inviting all FWHS students to our first Sunday Drum Group Singing Session sponsored by 21st Century Program.

Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda
Regular School Board Meeting
12:00 pm October 1, 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- Reading: The percentage of students in grade 10 reading on grade level or above at or above benchmark on ND A+ Summative Reading Assessment will increase from ___ in August 2025 to __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, __% in 2030
b. Goal Progress Measure 1.1- The percentage of 9th and 10th grade students at or above benchmark on ND A+ Interim Reading Assessment will increase from ___ in August 2025 to __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, __% in 2030
c. Goal Progress Measure 1.2- The percentage of 9-10th graders proficient as measured by Read 180 data will increase from ___ in August 2025 to __% in 2026, __% in 2027, __% in 2028, __% in 2029, __% in 2030
5. Consent Agenda
a. Approve Minutes
i. 09-10-2025
b. Financials
i. Approve Bills
ii. Approve Financial Report
iii. Cash Receipts
c. Approve District Compliance Report
d. Approve School Compliance Report
6. Reports (For Information Only)
a. High School Counselor-Kristi Black-none
b. School Psychologist-Brigitte Greywater-none
c. Athletic Director-Rick Smith-none
d. Special Ed-Megan Estenson-none
e. Business Manager-Christina Anderson
f. Principal Report-Travis Mertens-none
g. Superintendent-Jeff Olson
7. Items for Discuss and Action
a. Policy Second Reading
i. FFB Attendance
b. Superintendent Evaluation dates
c. ND School Board Convention October 9-10
d. Ad Hoc Committees
i. Community Engagement-2 board members
ii. Policies and Procedures-2 board members
e. Budget Hearing
8. Next Meeting-November 5, 2025
9. Adjournment

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Four Winds alumni, DelRay Demarce, was in last week and spoke with Mrs. Dions Law and Justice classes about working at the Burleigh County Corrections. Thanks for your time, DelRay!

Announcements for Week of Sept 29th
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Announcements for Week of Sept 22nd
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Announcements for Week of Sept 15th
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1. Call to Order, Establish Quorum
2. Approve Agenda
3. Public Comments on Agenda items only
4. Student Outcome Goals
a. Goal 3- Choice Ready The percentage graduates identified as choice ready will increase for 63% in September 2023 to 80% in September
1. 3.1 The percentage of students exiting 9th grade with a 4 year rolling plan will increase form 13% in June 2023 to 85% in June 2028.
2. 3.2 The percentage of students Military Ready and measured by ASVAB will increase from 11% in June 2023 to 50% in June 2028.
5. Board Reports
a. Superintendent-Jeff Olson
6. Items for Discussion and Possible Action
a. Approve Minutes
i. 08-06-2025 Regular
ii. 08-14-2025 Special
b. Financials
i. Bills
ii. Financial Report
c. Student Handbook
d. Tuition Agreements
e. Open Enrollment
f. 24-25 District Financial Report
g. Policy First Reading
i. FFB Attendance
h. Elliot & McMahon
i. Contract
ii. Board Self Evaluation
7. October 1, 2025
8. Adjournment

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Notice: Parents, after you fill out the electronic registration form for Four Winds 21st Century, it requires you to open your email and confirm the submission of the form. We will not revive if you do not confirm in your email. 21st Century Registration Form: https://secure.na4.adobesign.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhDiMFLGkI0YR5tkS1rUqhL3Q_M4PvJwlck2D_kOeTUTEi57VpJ9zKRy2K9BcLtV12Q

Announcements for Week of Sept 8th
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Great News at Four Winds High School! We are excited to share that Four Winds High School has been awarded 21st Century Grant funding to provide morning and after-school activities and clubs for our students! Morning Program started on September 2nd and will operate daily until the last day of school. Students will have a quiet room before class starts to catch up on work or participate in activities such as board games, art, or cooking. Students will have a voice in activities offered. We are currently in the planning phase of After-School activities and have posted sign-up sheets to gauge student interest. So far, E-Sports has had the most interest, but we hope to offer the other activities.  • 🥁 Drum Group • 🎨 Art & Community Projects • 💼 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) • 🎮 E-Sports • 🔬 STEM • 🧵 Sewing / Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) If your high school student is interested in participating, please fill out the electronic registration form or have them stop by the HS Office to pick up an application. We can’t wait to see our students explore their passions, develop new skills, and build community together through these opportunities! FWHS 21st Century Registration Form https://secure.na4.adobesign.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhDiMFLGkI0YR5tkS1rUqhL3Q_M4PvJwlck2D_kOeTUTEi57VpJ9zKRy2K9BcLtV12Q*

Announcements for Week of Sept 1st #FourWinds

✨ A great start to the school year! ✨ During our first week back, staff loved seeing students making the most of their time by studying and completing homework in the cultural area before school started. 📚💡 Their dedication sets a positive tone for the year ahead—keep up the great work, Four Winds students! 👏 #FourWinds#IndianPride

BIG THANK YOU to Spirit Lake Tribal Council and Spirit Lake Roads Department for fixing the east road going past the High School bus barn and CTE Building!!

Welcome Back Four Winds High School
Announcements for week of August 18th!

Collaboration with Tate Topa
Stronger Together: FWHS + Tate Topa Unite
This year, we're expanding our powerful partnership with Tate Topa Tribal School to support every learner—K–12.
Highlights of our collaboration:
K–12 Math Instructional Coaching through NESC
PreK–K Special Needs Curriculum Alignment with Tate Topa Kindergarten & FACE
Joint accreditation readiness work focused on curriculum, culture, and continuity
We’re building one seamless pathway for our students—grounded in shared values and a shared vision.
#FWHSxTateTopa #CollaborationForKids #MathSuccess #SpecialNeedsSupport #AccreditationReady #StrongerTogether #IndiansLead

Attendance is Achievement
Show Up. Shine Bright.
Our 2025–2026 attendance goal: STRONGER THAN EVER.
Daily check-ins
Incentives and celebrations
Family outreach
When students are here, great things happen. Let’s make every day count!
#ShowUpStrong #EveryDayCounts #FWHSAttendanceMatters #ProudToBeAnIndian

Fort Totten Public School Board Agenda Special School Board Meeting 12:00 pm August 14, 2025 Alternative Room Fort Totten Public School 1. Call to Order, Establish Quorum 2. Approve Agenda 3. Open Enrollment 4. Tuition Waivers 5. Para Position 6. Adjournment Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 250 182 798 651 Passcode: xrpSnv Download Teams or Join on the web