Spartan Spotlight

October is one of the most exciting months of the school year at Fargo North High School. As the fall season continues, our students are embracing opportunities to learn, compete, perform, and grow. Whether in the classroom, on the athletic fields, on stage, or through student activities, our Spartans continue to demonstrate the pride, dedication, and excellence that make North such a special place.

Spartan spirit is at an all-time high as we celebrate Homecoming Week. Throughout the week, students have participated in themed dress-up days, activities, and events that showcase the energy and pride of our school community. The week culminates with our varsity football team taking on West Fargo Sheyenne on Friday night in what promises to be an exciting matchup between two talented programs. Following the game, students will gather for the annual Homecoming Dance, providing an opportunity to celebrate friendships, school spirit, and Spartan traditions.

We are proud to recognize our August/September Spartan Athletes and Performers of the Month: Jobe Johnson, Mya Jones, Parnell Preston, Nicholas Orsono, and Lucy Paul. These students were nominated by coaches and directors for their commitment, leadership, work ethic, and excellence within their respective programs. We appreciate the positive example they set for their peers and the Spartan community.

At Fargo North, our activities and athletic programs are about much more than wins, scores, and performances. They provide valuable opportunities for students to develop character, resilience, leadership, and responsibility. A great example is our Girls Swim & Dive program, which has established the following purpose statement:

"We strive to promote and develop the emotional, mental, physical, social growth, and personal responsibility of student-athletes within the context of a competitive environment."

This philosophy reflects the broader mission of Fargo North High School as we work to prepare students for success both now and in the future.

We are also excited to announce the 2026 Fargo North Hall of Fame inductees: Greg Hammes, Prairie Rose Seminole, Shirley McCaslin, Brian Tessmann, and Durba Mitra. These outstanding individuals have made significant contributions to Fargo North and exemplify the tradition, excellence, and pride that define Spartan Nation. We look forward to honoring them during our Hall of Fame celebration as part of Homecoming festivities.

Parent-Teacher Conferences provide an excellent opportunity to connect with teachers, celebrate student successes, and discuss academic progress. Conferences will be held on Monday, October 5, and Monday, October 21, from 4:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. We encourage all parents and guardians to attend and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to partner with our staff in supporting student success.

October is filled with opportunities for growth, achievement, and connection. We appreciate the continued support of our families, students, staff, alumni, and community members. Together, we create an environment where every Spartan can thrive.

Thank you for being an important part of the Fargo North community. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Go Spartans!

Dan Shultis
Fargo North High School Administration

Congratulations to the Hall of Fame Inductees for 2026! An induction celebration will be held on Saturday, October 3 at 9:00 a.m. at North High School. Read inductee biographies.

Samuel Chase, Addison Miller, Benjanmin Gruchalla, Ella Blaine, Lucas Knopp, Lauren Withnell, Colten Kaldor, Ella Franklin, Cohen Gephart, Ryann Carlson, Parnell Preson, Lydia Boser, Lucas Osier

Ellory Boutwell, Carl Deboer, Haylie Hahnert, Darian Clark, Paityn Knoke, Noah Olheiser, Meredith Pladson, Matthew Kragness, Marin Nelson, Conner Amundson, and Kate Montplaisir.

Congratulations to Queen Lydia Boser and King Colten Kaldor!

Pep-Fest:
Friday, October 2, 2:50 p.m.

Football Game:
Friday, October 2, 6:00 p.m. against Sheyenne High School @ the North Stadium Field

Homecoming Dance:
Friday, October 2, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. in the Fitness Center

Homecoming dance wrist bands will be sold at the bookkeeping window, Wednesday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. during Homecoming week for $10/person or $20 at the door. (Cash Only).
Stop at the attendance window first to collect your Zero detention slip.

**Any student wishing to bring a student from another high school must fill out a Guest Form in the office. The Guest Forms must be signed and turned in when tickets are purchased. Each student is allowed one guest. All students will need to bring an ID to the dance, including guests.**

**Students MUST make-up ALL detentions before they will be able to purchase a ticket to the dance.** Need to serve your detention hours? You can serve during any open period in Room 114. If you have questions about detention, see the Attendance Office or any principal for more information.

Additional homecoming week information

Congratulations to Carson Fougner and Chinmay Gopi who have been named Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.

These students are among nearly 16,000 semifinalists for approximately 6,900 National Merit Scholarships worth almost $26 million. The National Merit Scholarship Program is an annual academic competition among high school students for recognition and college undergraduate scholarships. United States high school students enter the National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which serves as an initial screen of over 1.3 million entrants each year, and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements.

Congratulation to the North learners that have been awarded national AP Scholar recognition by College Board!

The 2026 National Recognition Program awarded more than 300,000 high-achieving students with a national academic distinction to help them stand out to colleges and scholarship programs. North is proud to celebrate students who earned academic honors through the College Board National Recognition Program, available on bigfuture.org. This year, 39 of our students were among the more than 300,000 recipients nationwide.

The learners in Todd Johnson's construction II class put the walls for the house they are building!

Storage sheds built by learners from Davies High School, North High School, and South High School are for sale. Two different 8-foot by 12-foot designs are available from North for $1,900; 8-foot by 12-foot sheds from South are $1,900; and 10-foot by 12-foot sheds from Davies are available for $2,100.

If interested in purchasing a shed, please contact FPS Career & Technical Education Administrative Assistant Brenda Watt at 701.446.1040. Buyer is responsible for delivery.

Congratulations to the Fargo Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps on winning its third-consecutive Great Northern All Teams Sports championship at Harding High School in St. Paul! The Fargo cadets placed first in basketball, football, and soccer on their way to securing 23 points and a three-point lead over second place.

Congratulations to North High School Business Education Teacher Ronda Kelly on being the first Fargo Public Schools high school educator to be Catalyst Certified for 2026-27 school year. Kelly was recertified in Whole Group Classroom Leadership on September 17.

The Catalyst Approach is a comprehensive professional development and implementation model based on observation of more than 50,000 classrooms and school-wide common spaces. It aims to accelerate deep implementation of skills that lead to the creation of improved classroom and school leadership, relationships, and culture.

North High School is ranked #2,016 in the National Rankings by U.S News. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college. Read more about how we rank the Best High Schools.

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#2,016 in National Rankings

#2 in North Dakota High Schools

#1 in Fargo, ND Metro Area High Schools

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Fargo North’s Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on October 5th and October 21st from 4:15 – 8:15 pm each evening. Please see below for more details on dates/times.

In person Open Conferences = Teachers are available for any parent/guardian that attends and all teachers will be in the Spartandome.

• Monday, October 5th - 4:15 – 8:15 pm

• Wednesay, October 21st - 4:15 – 8:15 pm

Below is a link showing the availability of each of our teachers for you to use as a reference. We look forward to being able to connect and to being able to continue working together for the success of our students!

On Monday, October 5, North will be hosting a Financial Aid Presentation for senior students and their families at 6:00 PM in the theater. A representative from the Office of Scholarship and Financial Aid at MSUM will be presenting about FAFSA and other important financial aid information. This event is being held in conjunction with the first night of fall parent/teacher conferences.

The Spartan Mart (school store) will be open for shopping on both evenings of PT conferences from 4:30-7:00 pm. Stop by for your Spartan apparel!

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 12 due to the Indigenous Peoples Day holiday. Classes will resume as regularly scheduled on Tuesday, October 13. View the 2026-27 FPS School Calendar to plan ahead for school out days, early outs, and other important dates for the 2026-27 school year.

Fargo Public Schools will release learners two hours early from school to support the professional development of teachers. The early release days are Wednesdays: October 21, December 9, and February 10.

During these early release days, our teachers will be focusing on safety training, training on our new learner information system, analyzing data, setting goals for learning, and reviewing and planning research-based instructional strategies for learners who need support and those who need enrichment. Teachers will collaborate with grade- or content-level peers to review, reflect, and learn from each other in meeting learners' needs.

FPS understands that early release days may cause some inconvenience for families. However, this is an important step towards improving our teaching practices and benefiting our learners' learning outcomes.

Each school will share the schedule for early release days with families. Learners will have the opportunity for both breakfast and lunch on the early release days.

FPS busing will run two hours early for all bus routes.

Our upcoming Proficiency Day on October 30 provides students with a dedicated opportunity to demonstrate their learning through missing or additional assessments. Here’s what you need to know:

• The threshold for mandatory attendance remains unchanged for these days. More details can be found in this Google Slide Deck.
• Students who are required to attend—or who voluntarily choose to attend—will have one 45-minute period per class to complete missing assessments, retake assessments, or complete additional assessments to provide the teacher with a clear body of evidence.
• Students will not be able to work beyond that scheduled period on assessments for the same class.
• To maximize success, students are strongly encouraged to use retake opportunities throughout the semester and Spartan Period for relearning prior to Proficiency Day.
• If a student meets all thresholds, their attendance would be optional on this day.
• Normal bus schedule will be followed.
• Students that have open periods/non-assigned periods will have an assigned location to report to by by grade level. Students can leave campus and return for later mandatory periods.
• Class periods will follow the daily period schedule

We appreciate your support in reinforcing the importance of preparing ahead of time so students can make the most of these assessment opportunities.

For the school year 2026-2027, a second dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) is required for students entering eleventh or twelfth grade. Students will need proof of two doses of MCV4 before returning to school in the fall.

Ideally, children should receive one dose of MCV4 when they are eleven to twelve years old and a booster dose on or after their sixteenth birthday. Please schedule with your child’s health care provider or your local public health.

Please have your child receive this booster by October 20th. Also, remember to bring in the documentation of the immunization date to the school.

• Students who do not meet these criteria will be excluded from school starting Wednesday, October 21, 2026, until documentation is received.

If you have any questions, pleasea reach out to Nurse Kayla at 701-446-2486.

• All students should have recieved their ID's.
• If students have not received their student ID they should stop in the main office.

The first ID is free. Should a student lose their ID they should come to the main office, there will be a $5.00 replacement charge.

Are your lunch account funds not lasting as long as you expected? With meals, snacks, and beverages available in the school cafeteria, it can be easy for expenses to add up.

The following tips can help students make smart choices and manage their cafeteria spending. Parents may also want to review these tips with their students and discuss spending expectations to help make lunch account funds last.

The school meal, compared to snacks and bottled beverages, provides the best value because federal and state funds help offset the cost of breakfast and lunch.

Make the most of your school meal:

• Must include at least ½ cup of fruit or vegetables for special pricing
• Choose at least two additional meal items, such as an entrée, grain or bread item, milk, fruit, or vegetables.
• Students may select up to five meal components: one entrée, one bread or grain side, one milk, one cup of fruit, and one cup of vegetables.

Be mindful of extra purchases:

• Limit entrée choices to one serving. Additional entrées are $2.10 each.
• Consider snacks and beverages as occasional purchases or purchase them when funds are available.
• Optional items include packaged chips, crackers, cereal bars, flavored waters, and other bottled or canned beverages.

Remember: Choosing the school meal first is the best way to get a nutritious meal while making the most of your cafeteria funds!

Visit the Nutrition Services webpage for more information on school meal regulations, prices, managing lunch accounts, and applying for payment assistance.

The North Dakota Council of Educational Leaders is accepting nominations from teachers and community members for Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Community members, students, and teachers are encouraged to nominate a deserving principal who consistently goes above and beyond to inspire excellence in education!

Nominate an elementary, middle school, or high school principal.

Nominations are open until October 25. Winners will be announced at the NDCEL Mid-Winter Conference on January 26-28.

Fargo Public Schools will have a question on the November 3, 2026, general election ballot regarding the District’s general fund mill levy. This vote will impact the local property tax portion of the District’s general fund.

Voters may have questions about the ballot language, how the mill levy works, and what the vote means for Fargo Public Schools. We encourage community members to take time to review the information available and learn more about the election. Visit www.fargo.k12.nd.us/vote2026 to access frequently asked questions, definitions of key terms, voting information, and additional resources.

Read more about where to find information about the November 3 mill levy vote in the Cabinet Column by Chief Communications Officer AnnMarie Campbell.

Have questions about the November 3 Fargo Public Schools mill levy vote? Fargo Public Schools is hosting two information sessions where residents can learn about the ballot question, hear a presentation, and ask questions. Join us at 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 6 in the South High School theater and 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 21 in the North High School theater.

Hello FNH Parent and Guardians,

Federal law requires districts and schools receiving federal funding to notify parents of particular components outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act.

The two communications are linked below:

Dispute Resolution Policy

State Dashboard Notice

Thank you,

North High

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Fargo Public Schools uses the Here Comes the Bus app to help families track their students who ride the bus. This free app provides real-time notifications when your child boards or disembarks the bus, ensuring you always know their travel status. FPS strongly encourages all parents to download the app and set up notifications for added peace of mind. To set up Here Comes the Bus on your phone, click these instructions.

Students in grades K-5 who ride the bus will receive a bar-coded card that will be attached to their backpack and students in grades 6-12 will use a student ID card or input their lunch number on a bus keypad. Students need to scan their card each time they get on and off the bus. This scanning process allows FPS to confirm, in real-time, that the student is safely on the bus or has exited at the correct stop. This extra step is a critical part of ensuring the safety of all students.

Fargo Public Schools has a policy that prohibits student use of personal electronic devices during the school day (AP 4263), in accordance with the North Dakota state law.

For high school students, this means:

• All personal electronic devices (excluding school issued learning devices) like phones, earbuds, smartwatches, computers and tablets must be turned off and stored in lockers throughout the school day. While in the building during the school day, students may NOT access any such devices at any time throughout the school day including passing time, lunch and/or open periods.

• Students may have access to their personal devices before and after school, on shuttle busses while transporting to another site, during extracurricular events, and on high school field trips.

It is recommended students leave personal devices (phones, wireless earbuds/headphones, smartwatches, computers and tablets) at home during the school day.

If your child needs to contact you or you need to be in touch with your child, our school phones and/or the student’s school email can be used to communicate. Caregivers may also call the main office if they need to reach their student during the day.

Violations will follow a clear, progressive discipline process which is detailed below.

Access to the full policy.

Everyone who has kids at Fargo North or works at the school is automatically a member of the PTO. We support the teachers and students, focusing on the academic side of Fargo North. Watch for more information to come about how to financially support the PTO and sign up on the contact list to stay in the know for PTO activities.

Next meeting: October 19 at 5:30 pm in room 102

Facebook: Fargo North PTO

Instagram: fargonorthpto

Email: fargonorthpto@gmail.com

The North High Booster Board is a group of North High parents who raise money to help support all North High activities. The Board’s funding guidelines state that money should be spent in ways that will benefit the greatest number of North High students.

To become a member please visit the Booster Club webstite, see membership levels below Payment can also be made online through SchoolPay.

Prior to participating in NDHSAA sanctioned athletic activities (including practice/tryouts), the learner/athlete must have on file with the school a current NDHSAA approved physical, dated on or after April 15, 2026. The physical forms are available for download from the NDHSAA website. Physicals should be completed and turned into the main office prior to athletes first practice/tryout.

A $100.00 activity fee is payable on SchoolPay or the Main Office.

This booklet is a compilation of clubs & activities available to students of North High School. In addition to the information found within this booklet, special announcements will be made throughout the school year giving students updates and other opportunities as they become

available. Please check out all the opportunities available to North students.

The Fargo Public Schools activities department is excited for another year of competition and fun.

Please check out schedules online at www.arbiterlive.com or download the app to follow your favorite team.

Admission prices for game nights including a varsity level event will have a charge of $8 for adults and $5 for students. Subvarsity-only events (for example, a 9th grade game) and middle school events will have a charge of $5 for adults (students are free).

A 3% fee will be assessed on all electronic payments at the gate. Cash and GoFan admissions will not be assessed a fee.

Season passes and punch cards can be purchased online at www.gofan.co.

Information on GoFan: GoFan Digital Ticketing - Fargo Public Schools

Good luck to all of Fargo Public Schools' athletes this upcoming school year!

Fargo Public Schools offers high school sports fans the ability to purchase tickets and season passes online with GoFan Digital Ticketing! To purchase tickets or season passes, visit gofan.co or use the GoFan Mobile App, and search for your event. Prior to arriving at the gate, have the ticket/pass open and ready on your mobile device by accessing your confirmation email or viewing the ticket in the mobile app. Show the ticket/pass to the gate workers and they will validate your ticket. You MUST use your mobile device, tickets cannot be printed for admission at the gate. Cash will still be taken at the gate for daily admission, but fans are encouraged to use GoFan for ease. For more information, including video tutorials, visit: https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/departments/student-activities/gofan-digital-ticketing

Residents of the Fargo Public School District who are 65 or older are eligible for a free Senior Citizen Activity Pass. These passes can be picked up at the Main Reception Desk at the Fargo Public Schools District Office at 700 7th Street South. Learn more about the Senior Citizen Activity Pass.

Please note: These passes are only for residents of the District and are not available for family members who are not residents. Non-residents can purchase tickets to each event or purchase an Adult Yearly Pass for $85 through the GoFan App.

One of the focuses of Communities in Schools at North is improving attendance for all students. Attendance matters!

Ongoing conversations with your high schooler not only about grades but also about their attendance send a strong message. If your student is struggling to attend school or attend a specific class regularly here are some strategies to try in order to improve their attendance.

Student Strategies to Improve Attendance. What will your student agree to do?

• I will make attending school and every class on time every day a priority.

• I will try to go to sleep by ___ p.m. and set my alarm for ______ a.m.

• I will commit to uninterrupted sleep (store phone in another room, be off electronics at least 30 minutes before bedtime

• I will find a relative, friend or neighbor who can take me to school if I miss my bus.

• When I am struggling with a challenge that is keeping me from school, I will confide in an adult at school and seek help.

• If I cannot avoid missing school, I will contact my teachers to ask for materials and find out what I missed.

Caregiver Strategies to Improve Attendance. What will you agree to do?

• I will try to set up medical and dental appointments for weekdays after school or on non school days.

• I will call attendance at 701-446-2410 or 701-446-2411, text attendance at 701-446-8537 or email attendance at nhattendance@fargo.k12.nd.us to report the absence so my student does not get marked truant and earn detention hours

• I will encourage healthy sleep and electronic routines

• I will communicate with school for extra support if my student has a challenge keeping them away from school.

Carly Gaddie is the Communities in Schools Social Worker at North. Carly works closely with North administrators and counselors to identify at risk students and provide targeted support.

The ACT and SAT are college entrance tests which may be required by 4-year colleges. Students should check with the specific school they plan to apply to for the test needed. These tests are generally taken during the latter part of a student’s junior year and during their senior year.

Register on the websites for the tests at: www.actstudent.org & www.collegeboard.com.

Below are the following test dates and registration deadlines:

North High School Code: 350-568

ACT Basic Fee: $70.00 ACT Plus Writing Fee: $95.00

Late Registration Additional Fee: $42.00

North High School Code: 350-568

SAT Fee $68.00

Late Registration Additional Fee: $38.00

On Monday, October 5, during period 6, seniors will get to attend a presentation to learn more about their post-secondary options, how to access and send their transcripts, and scholarship opportunities. After the presentation, seniors will attend the College & Career Fair which will be in the Fitness Center. This is an opportunity for students to visit with college, military, and employment representatives. Juniors will also get to attend the College & Career Fair that afternoon.

The PSAT will be held on Friday, October 16th in the Fitness Center at 8:00 AM. The PSAT is an opportunity to practice for future college entrance testing and is the first step for juniors who want to be considered for the National Merit Scholarship Program. If you have any questions, please email shawh1@fargo.k12.nd.us or talk to your counselor.

Parents/Guardians and students can request to meet with a school counselor annually to review, discuss, and revise four year academic plans for graduation. Families can call the counseling office at 701-446-2412 for an appointment, or students can come to the counseling office to set up an appointment.

The ASVAB test will be held at North in the spring for all juniors. The senior ASVAB retake is scheduled for Wednesday, December 9. Seniors will receive more information as we get closer.

Students and families who have questions about Advanced Placement classes should contact their AP teachers.

In May of 2026, Advanced Placement exams were administered off-site at a central location for all the high schools, with a total of 996 learners participating over a two-week period. Learners enrolled in AP courses should have received information about AP Classroom and information about AP exams. For the 2026-27 school year, AP exams will be held from May 3-14 and there are important deadlines coming up soon.

Read more about AP testing and important dates in this Feature Column by Data and Assessment Manager Karen Moore.

October is Bullying Prevention Month. In this month’s Mental Health Newsletter, learn the four types of bullying, the warning signs to watch for, and how you can support your child.

Explore this month’s virtual, live events covering today’s most important parenting topics. Register for events and view the full library of on-demand videos, quick facts, practical tips, and articles at ParentGuidance.org Mental Health Series Catalog.

Join as many as you would like at no cost!

Parents and caregivers are invited to join Ask a Therapist Live on Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. Central for an anonymous opportunity to ask a licensed family therapist questions about youth mental health and parenting. Register for the live event to participate and receive access to the replay all free of charge.

Many families may be using e-bikes and e-scooters to get around the community. Not all electric devices are treated the same under the law, and where they can legally be ridden depends on the type of device.

Read important guidelines for parents and young riders to know about e-bikes and e-scooters in this Cabinet Column by FPS General Counsel Tara Brandner and Lt. Nick Kjonaas of the Fargo Police Department.

Senior pictures should be emailed to our yearbook adviser at fnhyearbook@fargoschools.org. Pictures are due by April 1, 2027. A $10.00 late fee will be accessed on pictures turned in after that date. No pictures will be accepted after May 1, 2027.

Any senior photos submitted to the Laconian yearbook committee must meet the following regulations:

• Vertical orientation.
• 300 resolution (required for digital photos).
• In accordance with the school district’s weapons policy (Policy 5355), no weapons of any kind.
• Must follow school dress code with the exception of school issued uniforms.
• Domesticated house pets are allowed.
• Only single-subject photos.
• No accessories or props condoning or promoting illegal activity.
• Deadline for senior photos must be met.

Yearbook editors have the right to refuse any pictures deemed inappropriate. Students will be asked to provide another picture if requirements are not met or if picture is inappropriate.

2025-2026

The 2025-2026 yearbooks are available for pick up in the main office. Students must have paid for a yearbook prior to the end of this past school year.

2026-2027

Students can purchase a copy of the 2026-2027 yearbook for the low price of $50 until December 1, 2026 via SchooPay or at the bookkeeping window. After that date the cost for a yearbook will increase to $60. The “Laconian” is a full-color book with memorable stories, eye-catching photos, and cutting-edge graphics

As of July 1, 2026, Fargo Public schools applies processing fees to payments made by families and community members using electronic payment methods for District services and purchases. This includes all payments and fees made via SchoolPay and Square, including but not limited to school meals, activity fees, parking permits, instrument rentals, yearbook purchases, etc. Read more about Fargo Public Schools' policy on electronic processing fees.

Students are offered a daily breakfast and lunch meal provided through the USDA’s National School Lunch Program.

Students must have the funds available at the time of purchase either in their lunch account or in cash. Funds can be added to the student’s lunch account on-line through PowerSchool or by placing a check in the box located outside the kitchen.

• Breakfast meals are $2.10
• Lunch meals are $3.20
• Adult breakfast meals are $2.95
• Adult lunch meals are $4.25
• Milk may be purchased for $.50 per 8 oz carton.

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application

Households may apply, on an annual basis, to qualify for either free or reduced-price school meals. The application is the Student Fees Assistance and Benefits Application. The preferred method for households is to complete and submit an on-line application at www.EZMealApp.com.

In addition to receiving free and reduced price meals, households can receive additional benefits including:

• Waived band rentals, activity fees, exam fees, and others
• Increase funding to the district for educational programs through Title 1 funding, foundation aid, e-rate for technology grants, and others

If you need assistance please visit the Nutrition Services website or call 701-446-1152.

Students, who bring their lunches, as well as those who use the cafeteria facilities, will eat in the commons. Since two-thirds of the school remains in session during lunch, students should remain in the Commons until class time and should not go into the academic hallways. Students are requested to keep the eating areas clean. Throw all trash in the proper containers.

Student parking is available in our south and northwest (pool) parking lots. The cost for a parking permit is $40 and is required to park in these lots. The replacement cost for a lost parking sticker is $5. Parking permits can be purchased online via SchoolPay and can be picked up from Jill our bookkeeper in the main office.

Students are allowed to park without a permit if they park in the Coliseum lot closest to 17th Avenue.

$40 - Whole Year

$30 - Starting November 2nd

$20 - Starting 2nd Semester

$10 - Starting March 22nd

Building personal will issue tickets to those who park illegally, park in staff reserved parking areas or our visitor parking lot. Signage is posted in all lots. Permits are to be placed on the vehicles back window, driver’s side only.

• If you have a valid parking pass and drive a different vehicle on a given day, the other vehicle must be registered at the securtiy check-in desk to avoid any ticket.

• Disputed tickets should be brought to the Main Office.

Tom Glynn, is our MECA Sales Representative, for letter jackets. His contact information is: 651-341-2840 or email tglynn@mecasportswear.com. Please review this order form for pricing.

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Fargo North has several helpful links that can be found on our webpage at https://north.fargo.k12.nd.us/.

You will find links for:

· Newsletters

· School Calendars

· Daily Announcements

· Infinite Campus & SchoolPay Logins

· Student Handbook

· School Menus

· District Forms

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact our school office at 701-446-2400.

We would like to remind you to always keep your student’s information up-to-date! If anything changes during the course of the school year, please reach out to North High 701-446-2400. Should the school need to get in contact with you or your student has a medical related issue, we need to be able to reach you or your emergency contact you or your emergency contact.

We ask that parents make transportation arrangements for students who don’t ride the bus or have their own transportation to be picked up as close to 3:50 p.m. as possible. We lock all doors to the locker bays and academic wings at 4:00 p.m. every day. After 4:00 p.m. students will not be allowed to enter these areas.

Students are asked to wait in the foyer doors to be picked up and not be hanging around in the building after 4:00 p.m. unless they are involved in an after school activity.

Is your child or another member of your family currently without health care coverage? If you would like information about any of the low-cost or free health coverage programs offered in your state please call toll-free: 1-877-543-7669.

Fargo Public Schools 2026-2027 “Energy Saver” bus route schedules are available on the Fargo Publics schools transportation website. Student busing information will be mailed to families.

During the school day we will call your student to the office for a message only in an emergency situation.

We ask that you please communicate with your student any information they may need for the day, prior to coming to school. (Ex: transportation, appointments, lunch money, etc.) Thank you.

Students are expected to be in their classes every day, except in the case of illness, school related activities, family emergency, or religious observance. It is the parents’ responsibility to ensure that their children are in school unless a valid reason for absence exists. The Attendance Office asks that a student’s absence be reported by 9:00 a.m. If a student is not accounted for they will be recorded as truant. Please review the attendance policies found in our on-line attendance handbook.

The Attendance Office may be reached by calling 701-446-2410 or 701-446-2411, emailing nhattendance@fargo.k12.nd.us or texting 701-446-8537.

Students will not be allowed to receive any deliveries such as food, flowers, balloons, cookie bouquets, etc. Office or Attendance personnel will not accept such items on behalf of students.

Lockers will be equipped with a combination padlock loaned by the school. Lockers should be kept locked and in orderly condition. Lost or stolen locks will be paid for by the student to whom the lock has been loaned. The charge for a lost lock is $10.00.

North High Main Office

Main Office - 446-2400

Travis Christensen, Principal - 446-2404

Amanda Quintus, Assistant Principal - 446-2406

Daniel Shultis, Asst. Prin./Activities Dir - 446-2407

Erin Sinner, Assistant Principal - 446-2499

Angela Bartsh, Activities Secretary - 446-2408

Jill Burgard, Bookkeeper - 446-2409

Jessica Geir, Administrative Asst. - 446-2405

ATTENDANCE OFFICE

Stacey Bush - 446-2410

Brigitte Brown- 446-2411

COUNSELING OFFICE

Hannalee Shaw Registrar/Secretary - 446-2412

COUNSELORS

Mary Folk (A - E) - 446-2415

Mandy Orth Gibney (F - KL) - 446-2416

Keira Oscarson (KM - Q) - 446-2414

Kate Evenson (R - Z) - 446-2417

STUDENT SERVICES

Carly Gaddie, Community in Schools Social Worker - 446-2456

Tracy Cramer, Career Resource Center - 446-2413

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

Officer Powell-Calhoun, SRO - 446-2631

SCHOOL NURSE

Kayla Hiedeman, School Nurse - 446-2486

ATHLETIC TRAINER

Wyatt Severson - 446-2447

Jordan Wolf - 446-2447

NUTRITION SERVICES

Anna Crume - 446-2517

• October 2 - Homecoming Football Game & Dance
• October 3 - Hall of Fame Banquet
• October 5 - Senior Plan Your Future Event
• October 5 - P/T Conferences - 4:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
• October 12 - Holiday - No School
• October 16 - PSAT
• October 21 - Early Out (2 hours)
• October 21 - P/T Conferences - 4:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
• October 30 - Proficiency Day
• November 11 - Veteran’s Day - No School
• November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
• December 9 - Early Out (2 hours)
• December 23 - January 1 - Winter Holiday Break - No School
• January 4 - Classes Resume
• January 11 - 8th Grade Elective Visitation & Activity Night 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• January 14 - Proficiency Day - End of First Semester
• January 15 - Staff Professional Development - No School
• January 18 - Holiday - No School
• February 3 - Winter ND+ Interim Assessments 9th and 10th
• February 10 - Early Out (2 hours)
• February 15 - Holiday - No School
• March 9 - P/T Conferences - 4:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m. - Job Fair - 4:30-6:30 p.m.
• March 19 - Proficiency Day
• March 25 Storm Makeup Day if needed - if not, vacation day - No School
• March 26 Holiday - No School
• March 29 - School Break - No School
• April 10 - Prom
• April 30 - School Break - No School
• May 21 - Storm Makeup Day if needed - if not, vacation day - No School
• May 27 - Proficiency Day - Last Day of Classes
• May 28 - Staff Professional Development - No School
• May 30 - North High Graduation - 6:00 p.m. @ FARGODOME

Travis Christensen, Principal - 446-2404

Amanda Quintus, Asst. Principal - 446-2406

Daniel Shultis, Asst. Principal/Activities Director - 446-2407

Erin Sinner, Asst. Principal - 446-2499

Website: www.fargo.k12.nd.us/North
Location: 801 17th Avenue North, Fargo, ND, USA
Phone: 701-446-2400