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Title: General School Laws, Comprising All the Laws in Force Pertaining to Public Schools, State Educational Institutions, School Lands and Public Lands Appropriated to the Use of the State Educational Institutions, With Appendices;Publisher: Bismarck, N.D., Tribune, printersPublication date: 1909Subjects: School law -- North DakotaNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there. ... Read more

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High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! The first Class A boys basketball competition took place in 1914 and was won by Fargo Central. The first Class B boys basketball competition took place in 1933 and was won by Fairmount. Girls basketball was added in 1974. The first Class A girls basketball competition was won by Jamestown and the first Class B girls basketball competition was won by Hankinson. Class A has two regions East and West. Class B has Sixteen Districts and divided into 8 regions. In Class A, Minot holds the most boys titles (15) and Mandan holds the most girls titles (8). In Class B, Mayville/Mayville-Portland/May-Port CG holds the most boys titles (8) and Bottineau holds the most girls titles (4). As of 2009, the current Class A boys champions are Mandan and the current Class A girls champions are Bismarck High. The 2009 Class B boys champions are the Linton Lions and the current 2010 Class B girls champions are Beach "Lady Buccaneers". ... Read more

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Lavishly illustrated with historical photographs from private and public North Dakota collections, the 8.5x11" book printed on acid-free paper features 21 major chapters and memories of nearly 100 former teachers and students. The book provides the first major history of the 4,732 country schools of North Dakota and its students. There are chapters on what was taught, the qualifications and duties of the teachers, the tests students took, the role of the schools as community centers and as places where immigrants learned to become Americans, and first-hand accounts of the way it was during blizzards and prairie fires as well as the good times with Christmas programs and spring programs. Included in the book being sent around the world are chapters on school barns and the school lunch bucket and comparisons of the one-room schools in Norwegian and German from Russia communities. Editor and author Warren A. Henke provides the first history of the Young Citizens Leag!ue in the state, and editor and author Everett C. Albers offers an essay about his own experience in a one-room school in Oliver County, North Dakota. ... Read more

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Informative, entertaining, and educational!
I use this book as a supplement to my Foundations of Education Class to show how basic issues in education[even in ND] have been around since statehood. In evaluation after evaluation, students say I need to keep this book as required reading.Many not only keep their own copy, but also buy an additional one for parents or grandparents who attended one-room schools.This book is rich with teacher narratives, copies of primary documents [ledgers, teacher's school day, exams], and words that still ring true today.I highly recommend this book ESPECIALLY for Midwest education teachers!

Had to buy a second copy
I purchased this book for my mother for Christmas.She grew up in North Dakota and went to a one room schoolhouse through the eighth grade.After the holidays she lent the book to a friend who enjoyed it so much that we needed another copy. ... Read more

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Chapters: Shanley High School, Fargo North High School, Dickinson High School (Dickinson, North Dakota), Red River High School, St. Mary's Central High School, Central High School (Grand Forks, North Dakota), Minot High School, Mandan High School, Bismarck High School, Century High School (Bismarck, North Dakota), Fargo South High School, West Fargo High School, Williston High School, Jamestown High School (Jamestown, North Dakota). Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 51. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Shanley High School -The athletic teams at Shanley are called "The Deacons". Shanley had one of the most prominent football teams in the state through the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, led by legendary coach Sid Cichy. The Deacons had the longest consecutive unbeaten streak in the country at one time: 59 games in a row. Their last Class "A" state championship was in 1983 when the undefeated Deacons defeated Bismarck St. Mary's in the snow in Bismarck under head coach Bruce Larson. Coincidentally, that same day the girls basketball team won the state championship in Williston. In 2009, Shanley was reclassed to "AA", the second level of North Dakota's four-class football system. It was the first year Shanley had not competed at the level of the largest schools in the state, with some over 1800 students larger by enrollment. On November 16 of that year, Shanley won the "AA" state football championship, defeating Devils Lake 31-30 in overtime, the first overtime finish of a state championship game in "Dakota Bowl" history, which is the event that decides all four of the state's football champions. Shanley High boasted a nationally renowned forensics program under Dr. Robert Littlefield (Professor of Communication at North Dakota State University) in the early 2000s. Particularly successful i...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=3421823 ... Read more

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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Shanley High School, Fargo North High School, Dickinson High School (Dickinson, North Dakota), Red River High School, St. Mary's Central High School, Central High School (Grand Forks, North Dakota), Minot High School, Mandan High School, Bismarck High School, Century High School (Bismarck, North Dakota), Fargo South High School, West Fargo High School, Williston High School, Jamestown High School (Jamestown, North Dakota), Devils Lake High School. Excerpt:Bismarck High School Bismarck High School is an American high school located in Bismarck , North Dakota . It currently serves 1,457 students and is a part of the Bismarck Public Schools system. The official school colors are maroon and white and the athletic teams are known as the "The Demons". Athletics Championships Websites (URLs online) A hyperlinked version of this chapter is at Central High School The Summer Performing Arts Company index{Summ... ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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Publisher: N. D.Publication date: 1920Subjects: EducationEducation / GeneralEducation / SecondaryJuvenile Fiction / School ... Read more

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High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! North Dakota Vision Services/School for the Blind (NDVS/SB) is a branch of the North Dakota government offering services to visually impaired residents of all ages in North Dakota. It is centered in Grand Forks, with regional offices in Bismarck, Fargo, Jamestown, and Minot.The institution was founded in 1908 as the North Dakota School for the Blind in Bathgate; it moved to its current location in Grand Forks in 1961. The North Dakota Legislative Assembly officially changed the name to North Dakota Vision Services/School for the Blind in 2001. ... Read more

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FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Sitting Bull was admired by friends and enemies alike for his courage, strength, intelligence, and humanity. A great Sioux chief, he fought to preserve his people's homeland and way of life from the encroachment of the white man. Illustrations. ... Read more

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An exciting read but could use some editing
I picked up this children's book thinking that it might be appropriate for my church's library (a Native American Episcopal Mission).After reading it, I'm not really sure if it is appropriate.The story is exciting.The character of Jumping Badger (later to be Sitting Bull) is strong and develops well.The illustrations, while not marvelous, are fine.Values and morals are taught fairly well in this novel.

One of a few things that worried me (as a Santee Sioux person) was the use of the denigrating and dehumanizing word "squaw" throughout the book.Among my people, it would be a great, great insult to call a woman such a terrible thing.I think if the story were to be re-edited, the wonderful word "woman" could be placed in those instances.Another instance that worried me was the calling one woman a "witch".While there have always been "medicine women" throughout many ages, the use of the word takes the reader to another place that is not consistent with Dakota/Lakota/Nakota history and culture.An afterword by the editors on the use of the name "Sioux" and the words mentioned above may be of good use.

These two instances do not deter me from recommending this book.If anything, they may lead to conversation and a better understanding of Sioux cultures (note that there are more than one) and the use of language around concepts not indigenous to our own culture, i.e., "witch" vs. "medicine woman".

This is a great book for kids, but they may need a little guidance with it.I still haven't decided if it would be appropriate for my church's library and will first talk about this book with other elders.

A great book about Sitting bull and the Sioux nation
I love this book. It is exciting and interesting.It involves war, bravery, and honor to be a sioux! ... Read more

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Tracing the difficulties and joys of carving out a life from the Dakota sod in the second half of the 1800s, Tender Mercies continues Snelling's RED RIVER saga and will pull your heartstrings and make you feel the joys and frustrations of life on the open lands of the 19th century midwest. The rich farmlands of the Dakota Territory in 1887 are finally beginning to yield the abundant harvest the pioneers had dreamed about so long. The establishment of the railroad has brought significant changes to the small town of Blessing as well as prosperity to the Bjorklund family and their neighbors. Among the townsfolk, Reverend John Solberg--despite being wary of matchmaking efforts in the past--is developing a friendship with a delightful young woman through their common love of books. Mary Martha has a gentle southern charm that wins everyone in her circle but too soon she is called on to return home to care for her mother. She leaves behind many heavy hearts and countless questions of whether it will be the last time to see her. Red River of the North, Book 5 ... Read more

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book five of a great series
If you read book 1 of this series, you will definitely stick with it and read through all six total books in the series.Good clean historical fiction novel for those of use who don't want to have to skip page after page of bodice-ripping, muscle-gleaming sex scenes.

True To Life As It Was from 1887 - 1888 In The Dakota Territory
Tender Mercies (Red River of the North #5)

Book #5 in the "Red River Of The North" series is totally honest and lets you live through Snelling's character's eyes and hearts.I did not find it depressing in the least.After having studied genealogy and history, and loving the Christian influence in this whole series, I found it very good.As I never like to give away exactly what happens in a book, I will not do so here either.I'm reading the whole series (I mean ALL of them) again.Blessing, in the Dakota Territory has families whose lives change, as do all families.In this book you'll find a new teacher at the school, 2 marriages, the town of Blessing grows, loss of life (2 will really surprise you), a new machine for the ladies this time, and many other happenings.It is another great read by Lauraine Snelling.Another book that you won't be able to put down until you finish it.

One of the best in this series
This was my favorite book in the Red River of the North Series.This book was very true to life in the early days of the Dakota territory.The blooming love between two relatively new characters was touching.I had a really hard time putting this one down.

One of my favorites
This is one of the best series that I have ever read. It is a must see but beware, once you pick it up you will not want to put it down.

Great new character - Mary Martha
This is a very sad book at times with many deaths, but I love the new characters that were added. I think it was high time that the Pastor got a wife. Although many people complained they wanted more happiness, that wasn't the truth of homesteading or actually any lives in the 19th century. ... Read more

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Taming the land came at great price. Will their love survive the loss?It has required long, difficult years to tame the virgin prairie of Dakota Territory, but in spite of heartache and back-breaking labor, the hardy immigrants recognize that God has been with them every step. What was merely a dream is now beginning to take shape. And so they face the challenge of proving up their homesteads and building an official town for their growing community.Hjelmer travels west to work on the railroad, but after sending only one letter to Penny, who has agreed to wait for him, he is not heard from again. As the months pass, Penny is pursued by other eligible suitors, and her love for Hjelmer is sorely tried. Will he return to keep his promise?First the land, then a natural disaster nearly devastates them. What will it take to make their dreams a reality? ... Read more

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Dakota Territory 1884 - 1886
A Land to Call Home (Red River of the North #3)

The third book in the "Red River Of The North Series."I've read this series twice now, and still couldn't put the book down!Lauraine Snelling keeps her readers wanting more and more of the Bjorklunds's lives. I don't like to give out too many details on a book, because I would rather read the book and be surprised myself when I read them.You will find love and loss of love on the Dakota Territory prairie. There are again joyous triumphs and total sadness. Be prepared to have some time to read, because you will not want to put this book down. Lauraine Snelling has a way of padding each sentence with not your ordinary words. She paints pictures with her words, that you can see.An excellent book!

A land to call home
I have the whole set of Red River Of the North series I would recomend any one to read these great books

Very Good
This entire series has been excellent.It really puts a prospective on what life was like for immigrants and early farmers in the northern plains area. No frills, no fancy story lines, just good reading.

Settling In
I enjoyed this third book about the Bjorklunds.Although not quite as much of a page turner as some of the earlier books in the series, this one was still a wonderful "slice of life" read.

The best series I have read in a LONG time
This is one of the best series that I have ever read. It is a must see but beware, once you pick it up you will not want to put it down. ... Read more

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The Bjorklund family has received word that Augusta Bjorklund is on her way from Norway to join them in North Dakota. When the train arrives in the town of Blessing with no Augusta aboard, the worried family hopes she will be on the train in the morning. But only her trunk arrives, so Bridget Bjorklund insists that Hjelmer, Augusta's brother, go find her. Augusta, after discovering her intended bridegroom had married someone else, decided to leave her broken heart in Norway and start a new life in America helping her mother run her boardinghouse. But knowing no English, Augusta misunderstands a ticket agent's directions in St. Paul, Minnesota, and in the harried confusion, she boards the wrong train. When she arrives at the end of the line, she is met by a handsome young rancher, Kane Moyer, waiting for his Norwegian mail-order bride? Book #6 in the bestselling RED RIVER OF THE NORTH series. ... Read more

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Blessing, North Dakota JUL 1889 - OCT 1889
Blessing in Disguise (Red River of the North #6)

Lauraine Snelling has given us another great book to end her, "Red River Of The North" series.ALTHOUGH, there are more books!The next book, "A Dream To Follow" in the "Return To Red River" series finds the Bjorklunds and families that you have missed hearing about. Going back to this particular book,"Blessing In Disguise," has no deaths.I've read all of this series (plus the next ones) twice now, and find this book a good one; very true to life from an immigrant's perspective. It is a great book, intertwined with a surprising love story.You'll also find a new building in town, another family member arrives from the old country, more new faces, a lost immigrant, an addition to Kaaren's life, 2 marriages, and a great ending for all involved in the mystery of this story.North Dakota has become a state, with a family member involved in this historical journey.Snelling has brought us through a family's journey from Norway all the way through the state of North Dakota being founded.As a genealogist and history buff, I've loved the series and am VERY happy to keep reading.I'd call the next book, "A Dream To Follow" (in the new Return To Red River series), book #7 in Lauraine Snelling's ORIGINAL series!You must read this book, and the next book, and you'll find just what you're looking for! The beginning families that you knew and loved, and the next generation growing a few years older and finding new lives.This book, "Blessing In Disguise" brings in the characters to move us along to the next series.You won't want to move from your chair as you read this.A MUST read (as is the next one!).

On the edge of my chair
I found the progression of the story and the twist and turns very interesting.I could not put this book down.I felt it represented truly what it must be like coming to a new country not knowing the language and find yourself in an unexpected situation.This is a must read.

Blessing in Disguise
As with all books by Lauraine Snelling have enjoyed this one as well - nice to read them in sequence.

I loved it!!
I absolutely loved this 6th book in the series. Yes, the author did jump back and forth from the ranch to Blessing etc but it did not make the story disjointed. In fact, it made the story more interesting by keeping up with what was going on in both places and making us look forward to what we knew was going to happen in the end. When you start this series, it's hard to put down.I can't wait to start the Return to Red River series.

"Blessing in Disguise"
I found this to be a very sweet story and a great addition to the "Red River of the North" series.I would recommend this book to be read alone or as a part of the series without hesitation. ... Read more

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Ever so slowly Dakota Territory is being transformed from a vast prairie into rich farmland. With the coming of the railroad, the small town of Blessing begins to prosper, and the Bjorklund family is reaping the promised harvest that had lured them from their beloved home in Norway.But for Ingeborg and Haakan, realizing their dreams will not come without a struggle. After their own fields are harvested, Haakan and the neighboring men take the steam engine and the separator on the road, threshing for other homesteaders in return for a portion of their grain. With Haakan away and the fields standing idle, Ingeborg frets over work yet to be done. Fearing an early change of seasons, she takes matters into her own hands. Has the land become more important to Ingeborg than her own family? ... Read more

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great historical fiction
I enjoy a good historical fiction book that doesn't have extraneous sex scenes in it.Yes, they do mention God and pray to Him, but they don't go overboard with that.I have now read all six books of this series and it was an enjoyable read from book one to book six.

Continuing the Red River Series
I really enjoy the Red River series and was glad to finally read #4.It is interesting to read about the specifics of pioneer life and farming.This book was a little slower in parts than the first three books in the series but continues with developing characters and a few new storylines.I like the faith based application of dealing with events in our lives that we don't understand why God allowed.Also, touched on addiction with one of the characters.Good book with life lessons woven into the storylines.

Blessing, Dakota Territory 1885 - 1887
The Reapers' Song (Red River of the North #4)

As I read this series of books through the 2nd time in 2 years; I am still enthralled with the writing of Lauraine Snelling. These books are SO true to life, as to how the immigrants came from the old country, and settled a town. As someone who has studied genealogy and history, you are taken back to life as it truly was. As the families of Blessing, in Dakota Territory settle into their land and lives, good things come upon them as well as the bad things.Lauraine Snelling gives us a hint with her title, and people do pass on into the next life.The saddest part of the book is what happens to Ingeborg.I will not spell it out, because I like to be surprised myself when I am reading a book.I don't feel like reading through a book review that tells you everything BEFORE you've even read the book.Why read it then, if you know what's going to happen before you read it?Anyway, this book tells of sickness, a couple of new main characters, a serious accident, domestic abuse, family arriving from Norway, a marriage, a new vital building added to the town of Blessing, and an adoption.This is another one of Snelling's books that adds to the life of the town of blessing, and the life of the Bjorklunds.

Great Story
Book 4 was still a great story, besides the at times slow movement of the story forward.I appreciated the introduction of some new characters in this book.

The best series I have read in a LONG time
This is one of the best series that I have ever read. It is a must see but beware, once you pick it up you will not want to put it down. ... Read more