Education

In its meeting on April 28, 2025, the Bemidji School Board unanimously approved $1.5 million in cuts from its budget ahead of a $2 million projected deficit starting in fiscal year 2025.

The program offers STEM education kits and access to free resources and programs. One of its offerings is a 5-day field trip for fifth-grade students to learn about STEM careers.

Over three-quarters of Nevis residents rejected the district's ask to expand and renovate its aging school, which is too small for its current enrollment.

District residents approved the 10-year, $9 million levy in a special election Tuesday, April 8, 2025, with 62% of voters saying yes.

The district succeeded in its second attempt to pass building bonds and a capital project levy to renovate and expand its schools and pay for textbooks and technology.

The agenda for Monday’s special meeting was set on Friday, leaving board members without alternative reductions to consider.

Opioid poisoning rose to be the third highest cause of deaths in youths aged 13-17 over the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a 2024 University of Minnesota study.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, school absenteeism rates have been increasing across the country.

The legislation changes the exemption process for districts with Native American mascots. It also would also help fund the cost of mascot replacement for districts like Esko.

School board accepts 4 early buyouts with $10,000 incentive, but rejects the same agreement with principals.