FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — As the school year kicks off into full swing, there are many lessons that a student should learn prior to getting back into the classroom. “Know your plan, know your path right. So have that active conversation with your child so that the whole family is aware how are we going to school, what roads am…
MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Back-to-school season is upon us, and that means the wave of students moving in to college dormitories has begun. The first domino to fall: Minnesota State University Moorhead. Move-in day began this morning and students and their families continued to arrive throughout the afternoon. MSUM staff were ready to assist, helping unload items, pointing people in…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — As part of National Immunization Awareness Month, Fargo Cass Public Health is helping families get ready for the school year with immunization clinics throughout August. Children, teens and young adults are required to have certain immunizations before entering school, to help prevent serious diseases like measles, meningitis and whooping cough. All of the clinics will take…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s back to school time in West Fargo and the enrollment numbers continue to climb in the district. On day one, there are 13,262 students in pre-k through 12th grades. That was very close to a projection done by demographer RSP & Associates. Last year, first day numbers came in at 12,980. While 983 kindergartners…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With back-to-school coming up, Sanford Health wants to remind you to check on your kid’s wellbeing. Whether you are preparing to start at a new school or begin a new year, kids can become anxious. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, two to five percent of kids can experience school-related anxiety. Katelyn Mickelson…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Salvation Army once again teamed up with Josef’s School of Hair, Skin and Body to provide free haircuts for K thru 12 students. Last year, 180 students got free haircuts in the FM Metro. They were also able to receive a temporary tattoo, face paint and a variety of snacks to take home. This event…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With the school year starting in just a few weeks, Sanford Health wants to make sure your kids are up to date with their vaccines. By making an appointment with your physician for a check-up you can stay up to date on both your vaccines and health. If students also need a physical for sports they…
WEST FARGO, N.D./MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The end of August means it’s back-to-school season. This transition can be hard for not only students but their families and general community members as well. As children head back to school there are a few things to keep in mind that will be changing your daily commute. With drop-offs and pick-ups causing a…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Before classes started last week, Moorhead Area Public Schools pleaded for community support to hire drivers. Steve Moore, Executive Director of Operations and Emergency Management, says the beginning of school is always challenging with kids still enrolling and adjusting routes. “We’ve had to make with all of our adjustments with the shortage of drivers. It’s been…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The first day of school is right around the corner. It can take days or even weeks for a child to adjust to a sleep schedule change. The brain and body take time to accept a new routine. Phone screens have blue light which disrupts with natural melatonin meant to help us fall asleep. Studies show…
