Several area residents were recently honored for individual academic achievement at their respective schools, colleges and universities. 12:00 pm, Feb. 24, 2021 ×
LP-A s Frank is a finalist for Minnesota Teacher of the Year
Kristen Frank, a third grade teacher at Lake Park-Audubon Elementary School in Audubon, has been named as a finalist for 2021 Minnesota Teacher of the Year by Education Minnesota.
The 57th Minnesota Teacher of the Year will be chosen from a field of 75 candidates. These candidates have accepted their nominations and completed the required materials to become eligible for the honor. Eligible candidates include pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, Early Childhood Family Education and Adult Basic Education teachers, from public or private schools.
North Dakota Senate approves amendment to give private institutions access to state Challenge Grant fund
In a narrow vote, state senators approved an amendment to Senate Bill 2030, which would give the University of Mary, based in Bismarck, and the University of Jamestown access to the program that helps fuel scholarships at colleges and universities across the state. 2:00 pm, Feb. 19, 2021 ×
North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck. Special to The Forum
The North Dakota Senate has voted to add private colleges to the state’s Challenge Grant program.
In a narrow vote, state senators approved an amendment to Senate Bill 2030 that would give the University of Mary, based in Bismarck, and the University of Jamestown access to the program, which helps fuel scholarships at colleges and universities across the state. It now must pass through the House before it can get final approval.
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February 19, 2021
The reimbursements would have only applied if a criminal probe did not result in a conviction.
The legislation would have reimbursed former Commerce Commissioner Michelle Kommer and former Commerce Senior Manager Holly Holt, as well as three North Dakota State College of Science leaders, including President John Richman.
The five officials submitted claims for reimbursement after criminal probes launched in the wake of critical audit findings that the state auditor forwarded for investigation.
No criminal charges resulted.
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