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10.02.2026

HelloTrailblazers! 10.02.2026
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Discovery Families,


This week, Discovery School welcomed North Dakota State Superintendent Levi Bachmeier for a visit to our school. Superintendent Bachmeier has made visiting schools across North Dakota a priority, with the goal of seeing firsthand the work happening in classrooms and hearing directly from educators and students.


During his time at Discovery, Superintendent Bachmeier had the opportunity to visit classrooms, explore our specialized programs and specialty offerings, stop by our cafeteria and enjoy lunch with a group of third graders. His visit allowed him to experience a glimpse of the learning, collaboration and care that happens throughout Discovery each day.


Throughout his visit, Superintendent Bachmeier asked insightful questions and sought the perspectives of our staff. His conversations focused on understanding what is working well in our schools and what we need to continue making education better for students in our community and across North Dakota. We are grateful that Superintendent Bachmeier made Discovery School a priority during his school visits.


Sincerely,


Mrs. Ali Parkinson - Principal

Mrs. Jodi Dodson - Associate Principal

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Trailblazer Moments Trailblazer Moments

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Discovery Scholastic Book Fair: October 1-7, 2026 Discovery Scholastic Book Fair: October 1-7, 2026

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Our school will be hosting a Scholastic book fair! πŸ™Œ


Students may shop during their library time, after school or during parent-teacher conferences. Families are welcome after-school or during parent-teacher conferences.


Thursday, October 1: 3:00-7:30 pm

Friday, October 2: 8:30-4:00pm (No School: Parent-Teacher Conferences)

Monday, October 5: 3:00-4:00 pm

Tuesday, October 6: 3:00-7:30 pm

Wednesday, October 7: 3:00-4:00 pm


THANK YOU for your support! πŸ’™πŸ’šπŸ“š

South Visitor Parking Lot South Visitor Parking Lot

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When picking up your child at 3pm in the South Visitor Parking Lot, please pull into a designated parking space. Our staff are not able to pull out of their parking spot because of some parents who are parked behind cars, as they wait for their child to dismiss. Please note that there there is not a drive thru lane in the south parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Mark your Calendar! Mark your Calendar!

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Early Release Wednesdays! Early Release Wednesdays!

Discovery releases at 1:30pm on these days! Have your pick up plan ready! Discovery releases at 1:30pm on these days! Have your pick up plan ready!

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4th and 5th Grade Intramurals 4th and 5th Grade Intramurals

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Lunch Lunch

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Prices for Elementary Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast:

Student: $1.60

Adult: $2.10

Lunch:

Student: $2.60

Adult: $4.55

Discovery Behavior Tracking Discovery Behavior Tracking

Using our new Infinite Campus system, all elementary schools will track student behaviors. Below is an explanation of how we will track minor and major behaviors and how we will have a designated teaching time each Friday to meet with student's with multiple behavior reminders.

Major/Minor Behavior Tracking

Nut Free! Nut Free!

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Our school is a nut-free facility to help keep all students safe. Please be sure that any snacks or lunches sent with your child do not contain nuts or nut products.

Birthday Treats Reminder Birthday Treats Reminder

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To help keep all of our students safe, our school district does not allow birthday treats or food items to be brought in due to allergies. We love celebrating students, and non-food items like trinkets, small toys, pencils, or other fun items are always welcome. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe!

Thank You for Keeping Our Students Safe! πŸ’™πŸ’šπŸ’™πŸ’š Thank You for Keeping Our Students Safe! πŸ’™πŸ’šπŸ’™πŸ’š

Oops Happens! Oops Happens!

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Spills, mud, accidents, and unexpected messes happen! Please send a spare set of clothes in your child’s backpack to keep at school. A shirt, pants/shorts, underwear, and socks can make all the difference when little mishaps happen!

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Parent-Teacher Organization Parent-Teacher Organization

πŸ’šπŸ’™Discovery Elementary PTO Needs YOU!πŸ’™πŸ’š


Your time and energy help make field trips, school programs, and community events possible for our students. Whether you can help a little or a lot, there’s a place for you in the PTO!

Let’s work together to make this our best year yet! πŸš€

πŸ“§ Interested? Email our PTO President Nicky at nickybethkb@gmail.com for details!

Upcoming PTO sponsored Spirit Days! Upcoming PTO sponsored Spirit Days!

October 9 - Harvest/Farm/Flannel

November 13 - Patriotic

December 18 - Wacky Holiday

January 8 - Stuffed Animal Day

February 19 - Jersey Day

March 12 - Hawaiian Day

April 16 - PJ Day

May 14 - Hat Day

Discovery School Clothing Storefront Discovery School Clothing Storefront

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Discovery clothing can be ordered using this link
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CONTACT US

Main Office: 701-787-4359

Attendance Line: 701-787-4361

Fax: 701-787-5053

Main Office Hours: 7:45am - 3:45pm

Location: 3300 43rd Ave. S

Grand Forks, ND 58201

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