Early Childhood Special Education
October 2026
We have had a wonderful start to the school year! It has been such a joy to get into the classrooms and see all the learning, play, and growth happening with our youngest learners.
As we enter the fall season, please dress your child in layers, as temperatures can fluctuate throughout the session. We will continue to spend time outdoors as long as the weather cooperates, so having appropriate clothing for changing temperatures will help ensure your child is comfortable and ready to learn and play.
We are also excited for our first Family Engagement Event of the school year! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with ECSE staff and other families while learning more about how we can support your child’s development. You’ll hear from classroom teachers, speech-language therapists, and occupational therapists, and we’ll share helpful tips, strategies, and community resources. We look forward to seeing you Thursday and spending time together!
Warm regards,
Tera Sistad
ECSE Principal
On the November 3 general election, Fargo Public Schools will have a question on the ballot for approval of an excess mill levy. The approval would grant Fargo Public Schools the authority to maintain its current offerings in its schools. Providing this authority ensures that the District can continue to cover the costs of offering a comprehensive educational experience for all learners.
Fargo Public Schools will host 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.
Please vote on November 3 and visit www.fargo.k12.nd.us/vote2026 to learn more about the impact this vote will have on the District's schools, learners, educators, and the community.
If your child will be absent and does not need transportation, please be sure to contact Valley Bus at 701-235-5912.
If your student will not attend school, please text 701-446-8003.
Children with the following symptoms should not be sent to school:
- Any indication of communicable diseases
- Thermometer indicates a temperature of 100 degrees or above
- Undiagnosed rash or sore
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Deep and severe cough, heavy or discolored nasal discharge
- Contagious infection diagnosed by a physician
- Students may not return to school until:
- When the student is diagnosed by a physician to have a contagious infection and places the student on a prescription medication, the student may not return to school until they have taken the medication for a full 24 hours and their temperature has stayed below 100 degrees for 24 hours without the use of acetaminophen, etc.
- Their temperature has remained below 100 degrees for 24 hours, without the use of acetaminophen (ie Tylenol), etc. to keep the temperature down.
- There has been no vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours.
These guidelines are for the safety of the ill student as well as for other students and staff.