FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Concerns over a loss of federal funding due to President Trump’s executive orders had Fargo School Board voting to remove its philosophies from the district’s website. They voted 7-2 to “sunset” philosophies recognizing students with disabilities and rights of LGBTQ+ students. The issue was brought forward by school district attorney Tara Brandner. She said not complying…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Fargo Public Schools Superintendent Rupak Gandhi has informed the school board he would like to leave the district earlier than originally planned. Gandhi has requested his last day as superintendent be moved from June 30 to June 5. Gandhi told school board president Katie Mineer his personal schedule would require him to take time off in…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Dr. Cory Steiner has accepted the contract for Superintendent of Fargo Public Schools. The two year contract starts July 1 with a $220,000 salary for the first year and $225,000 for the second year. An extension is possible. The school board approved the offer on a unanimous vote. Steiner, who currently leads Northern Cass School District,…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — After the school board used a new points-based voting method, Steiner was unanimously chosen by all nine board members. “I am overwhelmed especially from the many messages I’ve got of gratitude and thanks. And I’m honored to be considered for such an important position and such a wonderful community and a wonderful school district. It’s bittersweet…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Parents in Fargo Public Schools are voicing their concerns and displeasure over the long-range planning. One of those parents, Crystal Whalen, says she has two kids that go to Jefferson Elementary which is in talks to merge with Lewis and Clark. Which could mean Jefferson closes. “A lot of our families walk because they don’t have…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Public Schools reveals its support staff member of the year. “I have been blessed to have worked all of these years with such amazing people and staff. I loved every minute of it,” Support Staff Member of the Year Brenda Fisher said. Fisher and her colleagues came rushing out of the building doors after a…
FARGO, N.D. — Changing the name of Woodrow Wilson High school seems like a no-brainer to many. “Wilson’s horrific record of segregating the federal government, firing African Americans, doing nothing to prevent racial violence and arresting hundreds of thousands of people for allegedly criticizing the government is clear,” said advocate Jim Shaw. Despite the clarity of Wilson’s racist past, the…
FARGO, N.D. — Kimmy Milligan was at home with her family practicing social distancing when she heard her name being called outside by the Cass County Sheriffs Office. Thankfully she wasn’t under arrest, but she was in for a big surprise. “It is my distinct pleasure, although this is not an ideal situation, to announce you as the Fargo Public…
FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Rupak Gandhi will preside over the State of the Schools Address on Tuesday night. He will give an update on the current state of the school district. People will also have the chance to join small focus groups and give input for public education moving forward. Just this week, an anonymous donor…
