We’re excited to share the 2025–2026 class schedule! This year, students in grades 5–8 will follow a new rotation schedule with 50-minute class periods—a new structure designed to support learning and engagement.
Registration for grades 7–12 will be held on August 1, 4, & 5. A link to sign up for a time will be shared soon!
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Widicker at 402-499-5339 or lindsay.widicker@fessenden.k12.nd.us. We’re looking forward to a great school year ahead!
Registration for grades 7–12 will be held on August 1, 4, & 5. A link to sign up for a time will be shared soon!
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Widicker at 402-499-5339 or lindsay.widicker@fessenden.k12.nd.us. We’re looking forward to a great school year ahead!
School Supply Lists Are Now Available!
We're getting ready for a great new school year! Supply lists for all grades are now posted and ready for you to check out.
Check them out on our Back To School page: http://fessenden-bowdon.org/page/back-to-school
Grab your list early and have fun shopping! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we're happy to help. 😊
We're getting ready for a great new school year! Supply lists for all grades are now posted and ready for you to check out.
Check them out on our Back To School page: http://fessenden-bowdon.org/page/back-to-school
Grab your list early and have fun shopping! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we're happy to help. 😊
Ms. Lagerquist is moving to 2nd Grade!
Alicia Lagerquist was born and raised in Westby, Montana. She earned her degree from Minot State University, where she met her boyfriend, Thom McQuiston, who works for Neumiller Harvesting. After graduating, Alicia moved to Fessenden and began her teaching career in Harvey. The upcoming school year will mark her third year in education and her second year at Fessenden-Bowdon, where she will transition into the role of 2nd-grade teacher. In her free time, Alicia enjoys reading, traveling, baking, cooking, and spending time with her dog, Merritt.
Alicia Lagerquist was born and raised in Westby, Montana. She earned her degree from Minot State University, where she met her boyfriend, Thom McQuiston, who works for Neumiller Harvesting. After graduating, Alicia moved to Fessenden and began her teaching career in Harvey. The upcoming school year will mark her third year in education and her second year at Fessenden-Bowdon, where she will transition into the role of 2nd-grade teacher. In her free time, Alicia enjoys reading, traveling, baking, cooking, and spending time with her dog, Merritt.
Is your child starting school this fall?
Here are 5 helpful tips from a teacher’s perspective to make the transition smoother for both you and your child! From practicing separation early to building routines and encouraging independence, these simple steps can make a big difference.
Don’t forget to check out some great books about preschool listed in the image—and let your child help choose their backpack or lunchbox to build excitement!
We can't wait to welcome our youngest learners to Fessenden-Bowdon School!
Here are 5 helpful tips from a teacher’s perspective to make the transition smoother for both you and your child! From practicing separation early to building routines and encouraging independence, these simple steps can make a big difference.
Don’t forget to check out some great books about preschool listed in the image—and let your child help choose their backpack or lunchbox to build excitement!
We can't wait to welcome our youngest learners to Fessenden-Bowdon School!
Today is the big day — concrete is being poured for our new basketball court! We are so grateful to everyone who donated funds to make this project a reality. Your support means the world to us and to our students. 🏀
We can't wait to see the kids enjoying this new space when they return in August! Thank you for investing in our school and helping us create something awesome!
We can't wait to see the kids enjoying this new space when they return in August! Thank you for investing in our school and helping us create something awesome!
Introducing Lori McDonnaughey
Mrs. Lori McConnaughey has been hired as the Jr./ Sr. High Special Education Teacher. For the past two years, she taught in Valley City as the K-6th grade teacher for Valley City Christian School. Before that, she had served as a Special Education Teacher (and 1st grade interim teacher) in Fessenden, and a 5th – 7th Grade teacher in Oberon, ND. She will teach both in person and remotely as she and her family will remain in Valley City. She also teaches courses in Domestic Violence Prevention. Mrs. McConnaughey enjoys gardening, fishing, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Mrs. McConnaughey is married to Aaron (production manager at Tri W-G), and she has 3 children: Jesse (farms in Pingree), Cassie (married to Justin and teaches in New Rockford), and MiKayla, who will be a freshman in the fall. She also has bonus children and grandchildren: Reed (Senior in the fall in Valley City), Jaytan/ fiancé Savanna, and their kids, Georgia, Declan, and Ana. In addition, they have 2 fur babies: Libbi and Maggie. She is excited to return to a school that she considers “home”.
Mrs. Lori McConnaughey has been hired as the Jr./ Sr. High Special Education Teacher. For the past two years, she taught in Valley City as the K-6th grade teacher for Valley City Christian School. Before that, she had served as a Special Education Teacher (and 1st grade interim teacher) in Fessenden, and a 5th – 7th Grade teacher in Oberon, ND. She will teach both in person and remotely as she and her family will remain in Valley City. She also teaches courses in Domestic Violence Prevention. Mrs. McConnaughey enjoys gardening, fishing, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Mrs. McConnaughey is married to Aaron (production manager at Tri W-G), and she has 3 children: Jesse (farms in Pingree), Cassie (married to Justin and teaches in New Rockford), and MiKayla, who will be a freshman in the fall. She also has bonus children and grandchildren: Reed (Senior in the fall in Valley City), Jaytan/ fiancé Savanna, and their kids, Georgia, Declan, and Ana. In addition, they have 2 fur babies: Libbi and Maggie. She is excited to return to a school that she considers “home”.
Mark your calendars and plan to be in Fessenden on July 28 for the Harvey Eagles Youth Track and Field Meet! 🏆
Mrs. Erin Risovi is transitioning back to 3rd grade after a year of teaching junior high/high school social studies. This will be her 23rd year in education and her fourth year at Fessenden-Bowdon.
Erin is married to Justin and has two children. Lane will be a junior and is involved in basketball, golf, FFA, and 4H. Keeley will be a 7th grader and is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, and 4H. Outside of school, she enjoys watching her kids' activities, traveling, and spending time with her many animals.
Erin is very excited to be back in elementary school and is looking forward to a great school year!
Erin is married to Justin and has two children. Lane will be a junior and is involved in basketball, golf, FFA, and 4H. Keeley will be a 7th grader and is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, and 4H. Outside of school, she enjoys watching her kids' activities, traveling, and spending time with her many animals.
Erin is very excited to be back in elementary school and is looking forward to a great school year!
Introducing Laura Eide
Laura Eide is excited to join the team as the new elementary Special Education teacher. Originally from Bowdon, Laura brings 13 years of experience teaching kindergarten through 2nd grade in Goodrich, where she worked until the school closed in 2022. Over the past three years, she has managed Bowdon Meat Processing.
Laura has two wonderful daughters who attend elementary school in Fessenden. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and working on her 4th-generation family farm. In her spare time, she loves reading, doing puzzles, and enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Laura is looking forward to getting to know her students and building strong relationships within the school and community.
Laura Eide is excited to join the team as the new elementary Special Education teacher. Originally from Bowdon, Laura brings 13 years of experience teaching kindergarten through 2nd grade in Goodrich, where she worked until the school closed in 2022. Over the past three years, she has managed Bowdon Meat Processing.
Laura has two wonderful daughters who attend elementary school in Fessenden. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and working on her 4th-generation family farm. In her spare time, she loves reading, doing puzzles, and enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Laura is looking forward to getting to know her students and building strong relationships within the school and community.
Save the Date for Manfred's 25th Anniversary and "Old-Fashioned 4th of July" festivities.
Introducing Mr. Sheggerud!
Mr. Darren Sheggerud has been hired as the Fessenden-Bowdon School Superintendent beginning July 2025. Mr. Sheggerud has lived in Northwood, ND, for the past 15 years. During this time, he was employed with the Dakota Prairie School District. Prior to that, he was in education in school districts in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area for 13 years. School
year 2025-2026 will be his 29th year in education. Darren and his family enjoy traveling, camping, and volunteering.
Mr. Sheggerud is married to Amy. They have two children, Ivy (16) and Talia (15), and their dog, Coco. Amy has been self-employed in the pet care field for the past 12 years. Before moving to North Dakota, Amy was a Senior Sales Analyst for Conagra Foods. Ivy will be a junior and is involved in drama, speech, FBLA, Sources of Strength, and does a lot of
volunteer work. Talia will be a sophomore and is involved in volleyball and FCCLA. The Sheggeruds will be relocating to the Fessenden area in the near future.
We want to welcome the Sheggerud family to the Fessenden-Bowdon community!
ND CEL Summer Conference Update!
This week, Mr. Sheggerud and I had the opportunity to attend the North Dakota Council for Educational Leaders Summer Conference. It was a great chance to connect with other school leaders from across the state, share ideas, and gather inspiration for the upcoming school year.
We also learned about some valuable state-level resources that will support our students and staff. We’re excited to bring this information back to our district and put it into action as we continue planning for an amazing 2025–2026 school year!
Fessenden-Bowdon School has updated job openings for the 2025–2026 school year!
Unofficial School Board Election Results
Total Voters: 38
Geographical Area #1
Monica Larson - 29 votes
Warren Strand - 2 votes
Kaila Muscha, Steph Stevens, Kelby Houchin and Joseph Allmaras - 1 vote each
Geographical Area #2
Hans Widicker - 29 votes
Lisa Neumiller - 3 votes
Steven Fike - 2 votes
Laurene Heintz, Trevor Larsen - 1 vote each
Geographical Area #3
Mychal Neumiller - 32 votes
Jordan Beckley - 6 votes
Question of publication of school board proceedings - Yes - 37 No - 1
We're Hiring! Join the Fessenden-Bowdon School Team!
Fessenden-Bowdon School is now hiring for the upcoming school year, and we'd love to have YOU join our team!
Reminder: The School Board Election is tomorrow, June 10. Polls are open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Fessenden-Bowdon School.
Singers wanted for the All School Reunion on June 13th.
First practice will be on Thursday June 5th at 5:00 pm in the FBS New Gym.
Updated Region 4 Softball Bracket
Lake Hiawatha Youth Fishing Tournament June 8th 2025 at 2:00 pm
Metigoshe in Motion will be held after school on Wednesday, May 14th for grades 3-8 at the First Lutheran Church from 3:30 - 6:00 PM. Everyone welcome!
