A group of our students had a great time at Northern Air as part of the Best of Buddies trip: enjoying go-karts, laser tag, and games together. What a great opportunity for connection and fun!
Our third graders had some April Fool’s Day excitement as they tried calling the famous “Lirpa Loff”—lots of laughs all around!
In 5th/6th grade Social Studies, Mrs. Henne, our student teacher, led a lesson on the Vikings. Students then got to choose their own project to show what they learned, and it was great to see their creativity and engagement.
Fessenden-Bowdon is hiring! 🎉📚
We are currently accepting applications for the following positions for the 2026–2027 school year:
• Elementary Teacher
• K-12 Music Teacher
• Elementary Interventionist (71% FTE)
To apply, please visit: https://www.fessenden-bowdon.org/page/employment-opportunities
For more information, please email Darren Sheggerud or Lindsay Widicker.
Our Chess Club had a great experience competing at the State Tournament in Bismarck! As a team, they finished with an impressive 38 total wins. What a strong showing!
A special congratulations to Myka Tesch for earning 2nd place in the high school girls division! Our middle school team tied for 4th place in team rankings!
We also had some fun along the way celebrating Tucker’s birthday at the hotel, making it a memorable trip both on and off the board.
Great job to all of our players for representing our school so well!
We’re excited to highlight some ways our teachers are incorporating music into learning. Our Kindergarten students have been having a blast using boomwhackers—building rhythm, coordination, and teamwork while making music together. Meanwhile, our Humanities students have been diving into the world of guitar.
Throughout the day, students rotated through six hands-on stations where they explored a variety of careers in the medical field. They learned valuable skills like performing CPR, taking vital signs, proper hand-washing, wound care, and even explored careers in mental health. They also got a chance to see and learn about different medical equipment used in real healthcare settings.
The presenters did a fantastic job making each session fun, interactive, and engaging. Our students came away with a wealth of knowledge and a fun goodie bag to top it off!
It was truly a wonderful day of learning and exploration!
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Fessenden-Bowdon School – Week in Review 📚
Our 3rd graders shared a fun Readers Theater performance about the invention of basketball, giving students a creative way to learn history while practicing their reading skills.
In Pre-K, students had a great time learning about Dr. Seuss and celebrating the joy of reading through stories and activities inspired by his books.
Our 2nd graders enjoyed a special flashlight reading time, making reading extra exciting while building their love for books.
Students in 5th and 6th grade explored hands-on STEM learning during Tech class, working through activities that encouraged problem-solving and creativity.
Meanwhile, sophomores in Mr. Moe’s class were learning about soil texturing, gaining practical knowledge about soil composition and its importance in agriculture.
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity for Fessenden-Bowdon Graduates! 🎓
The Eleanor Wiebe Scholarship is now open for applications. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/47inR6s
Graduates of Fessenden-Bowdon or Harvey High School who have completed at least one year of college and will be attending during the 2026–2027 school year are encouraged to apply. Preference is given to students pursuing agriculture, vocational, or trade programs, and financial need is an important consideration.
📅 Application deadline: May 5, 2026
Click here for the scholarship application: https://bit.ly/4d9M02R
📅 Parent-Teacher Conference Sign-Up
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 19 from 2:00–8:00 PM following our early dismissal that day.
Parents of elementary students can sign up for a conference time using the link below:
🔗 https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Fessenden_Bowdon_School
Families with students in grades 5–12 will receive a text message with information about which teacher to sign up with.
If you have any issues signing up for conferences, please contact Mrs. Widicker at 701-547-3296.
We look forward to visiting with you about your student’s progress!
