🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN for the Healthy Behaviors, Healthier You Summit! Join us this September in Fargo to learn about reframing behavior!

🔗Register here: https://registry.ndgrowingfutures.org/register.aspx?evid=41496


4 months ago, Child Care Aware of ND
Healthy Behaviors, Healthier You! Face-to-Face Summit reframing behavior: building empathy, skill and structure in early learning environments This full-day, interactive workshop invites educators to explore their own beliefs, biases, and reactions to challenging behaviors, and helps reframe behavior through a developmental and trauma-informed lens. Grounded in the latest research, including insights from the ACEs study and neuroscience, participants will explore how early experiences shape behavior, how executive function skills develop, and how to intentionally teach and support these skills every day. Participants will leave with concrete, developmentally appropriate strategies for preventing and responding to behaviors in ways that build trust, regulation, and resilience. Saturday, September 20th from 8:30-4:00 pm, four points by sheraton 5064 23rd Ave S, Fargo ND 58104, Fee $30, scan to register (qr code). questions? contact child care aware of north dakota at training@ndchildcare.org or call 1-800-997-8518 (option 2). child care aware of north dakota logo and learning beyond logo
Help North Dakota families find the care they need—keep your child care vacancies updated regularly, even if you have zero openings. It makes a big difference! 💙
📝 Quick & easy update form: https://tinyurl.com/m8kbpd6n
📞 Or call 1-800-997-8515 (ext. 1)
📧 Or email: referral@ndchildcare.org
Let’s work together to support families and keep our communities strong!
#NDChildCare #ChildCareAwareND #SupportFamilies
4 months ago, Child Care Aware of ND
UPDATE VACANCIES Click the link in the post description, email referral@ndchildcare.org, or call 1-800-997-8515 (ext. 1) to update your vacancies. Help Serve ND Families Routinely update your vacancies (even if they are zero), so we can continue to support families searching for child care. includes qr code
🤍Are you passionate about expanding high-quality out‑of‑school programming across ND?

The South East Education Cooperative is seeking a strategic, action‑oriented professional to serve as the visionary leader for the statewide Afterschool Network. Apply here: http://bit.ly/47kpXn7

In this impactful role, you’ll:
✏️Drive implementation of the ND Afterschool Network Strategic Plan
🤝Forge partnerships across schools, community organizations, and policymakers
🏫Provide coaching, technical assistance, and training to youth programs
💲Advocate for funding, policies, and quality standards to elevate afterschool programming across the state
4 months ago, ND Afterschool Network
Do you love afterschool we're hiring a north dakota afterschool network lead
📣Calling all family childcare providers! Join us in September and October for skill-building and connection at Family Child Care Foundations! Complete the interest form here: https://forms.office.com/r/vhZgR84u8p

In addition to learning about topics like health and safety and routines, participants will receive:
⏳12 Growing Future Approved Training Hours
✏️4 On-Site Coaching Sessions
💲$300 per individual participant stipend
☀️$500 in Lakeshore supplies
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Poster for family child care foundations. where: In-Person Training Locations in Bismarck and Fargo. when: September 6th and October 11th from 9am to 3pm. Join us to build the skills and confidence necessary to provide high-quality care and create a positive, lasting impact on the lives of the children in your care. Enhance your skills as a Family Childcare Provider by learning about foundational aspects every provider should master, including topics on health and safety, quality interactions, routines, and environments. Incentives: 12 growing future approved training hours, 4 on-site coaching sessions, $300 per individual participant stipend, $500 lakeshore supplies incentive, complete the interest form with the qr code, questions? contact faith@ndchildcare.org
It has been one week since the 2025 Science of Reading Literacy Summit, and we're still in awe of the educators that show up so well for students! We're feeling "blue" that the summit is over, but we can't wait to start planning the 2026 ND Science of Reading Literacy Summit set for July 22-23, 2026 in Bismarck! 💙📖 #TheNextChapterND
4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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📣 Registration is now OPEN for the 2025 North Dakota School-Based Occupational and Physical Therapy Conference! Whether you're looking to refine your skills, explore emerging strategies, or connect with fellow professionals, this conference delivers the tools and inspiration you need.

Follow our Facebook page as we highlight presenters over the coming weeks! Don’t miss out—register today and be part of something exceptional: https://bit.ly/40tIidw

4 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Register now! 2025 north dakota school-based occupational and physical therapy conference October 2-3 2025, south east education cooperative logo
⌛Time is running out to register! You don't want to miss this year's ND Science of Reading Literacy Summit: https://members.ndrea.org/ndrea-events/Details/ndsor-literacy-summit-july-30-31-2025-1345155?sourceTypeId=Hub
5 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
North Dakota Science of Reading Literacy Summit - the next chapter: encourage.equip.empower, July 30-31 2025, Fargo ND Register Today
Scenes like this are common at NDMTSS Foundations: System Change and Refinement. As these educators demonstrate, collaboration and reflection are cornerstones of building their school playbook, the culmination of all they've learned this year. We're starting summer feeling inspired by these devoted school leaders!
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Congratulations graduates! We wanted to give a special shoutout to the graduates at our SEEC-member schools and the educators, administrators, and support personnel that helped these students reach this milestone. You did it! 🎓🎊
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Congratulations graduates: Gackle-Streeter Griggs County Central Jamestown Shanley Kindred Kulm LaMoure Lidgerwood Lisbon Litchville-Marion Maple Valley Medina Milnor Montpelier North Sargent Northern Cass Oak Grove Oakes Richland Sargent Central Valley City Wahpeton West Fargo Wyndmere Hankinson Fargo Enderlin Fairmount Ellendale Edgeley Central Cass Carrington Barnes County North
Our office will be closed today, May 26th, in observance of Memorial Day.
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
The SEEC office is closed in observance of Memorial Day.
📣Calling all school-based occupational and physical therapists! 📣 It's time to mark your calendars for two days of connection and learning on October 2-3. Registration for the 2025 North Dakota School-Based Occupational and Physical Therapy Conference opening this summer!
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Teachers go above and beyond every day, and we're lucky to be able to work with ND educators! Ryan, SEEC School Improvement & Math Specialist, recently hosted a Features of Effective Math Instruction training for instructors in Jamestown where they tackled concepts like engagement strategies.
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Able Games is the region’s first all-inclusive function fitness competition, celebrating all abilities, from the highly skilled athlete to individuals with special needs. During the school-based competition on May 2, our team had the opportunity to volunteer and connect with North Dakota schools!
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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🎉 We just wrapped up an incredible first year of CoachELA (English Language Arts)! This week’s celebration was filled with inspiration and reflection. A special shoutout to Emily and Amber from Bennett Elementary for sharing how they’re using data to drive impactful interventions. 👏 It was also amazing to hear from every team across our participating districts—your accomplishments, goals, and future plans truly show the power of collaboration and commitment to student success. 💬📚 Here’s to an even stronger Year 2! 🚀✨ Sign up for next year's interest list to be notified of future offerings: https://ndregionaleducation.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Form/FillV2/pBRjDcyp?cid={{HCIContactId}}
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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🔬 We had an inspiring conversation with Alisha Kelim and Hope Burdolski from North Dakota’s Gateway to Science about their mission to provide high-quality, hands-on science education across the state! 🚀 Discover how your afterschool program can partner with NDGTS to spark curiosity and expand access to STEM learning opportunities: 👉 https://ndafterschoolnetwork.com/2025/05/north-dakotas-gateway-to-science/
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
program highlight graphic for north dakota's gateway to science with pictures of hope burdolski, outreach and education director, and alisha kelim, onsite education director
Looking for information on measles? The ND Department of Health and Human Services has a webpage dedicated to measles resources for schools and childcare facilities: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/measles-resources-schools-and-childcare-facilities Preventing Measles Outbreaks: Guidance Childcare Facilities: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/DOH%20Legacy/Immunization/20250307%20-%20Measles%20Childcare%20Memo.pdf Measles Fact Sheet: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/DOH%20Legacy/Immunization/Measles%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Measles guidance - THINGS YOU CAN DO TO BE PREPARED: Know measles signs and symptoms. Make sure children are up to date on their immunizations and aware of any children who are not immunized. Recommend staff make sure they have received MMR vaccine or are considered immune to measles. Let families and staff know that if they have not received MMR vaccine they may need to quarantine at home for 21 days each time exposure to measles occurs.
We wrapped up another cohort of LETRS Volume 1 this week! Congratulations to these wonderful ND educators for completing a year of professional learning in literacy!
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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🌟 Meet Becky! 🌟 As the Director of School Relations and a valued member of the ND Afterschool Leadership Team since 2022, Becky is passionate about creating spaces where every child feels a sense of belonging. Inspired by *The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People*, she envisions out-of-school time programs that spark curiosity, encourage hands-on learning, and open doors to new opportunities. 💡📚💬 #AfterschoolMatters #LeadershipSpotlight
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Meet Becky, the Director of School Relations for the ND Afterschool Leadership Team since 2022! A book that changed her life is The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. She’s passionate about the impact out-of-school time programs have on children—opening them up to new ideas, opportunities, and passions they may never have experienced otherwise. Her dream program would be a welcoming space where every child feels a strong sense of belonging, filled with hands-on learning, lively conversations, and dynamic interactions that spark curiosity and growth.
Curious about where AmeriCorps tutors have been impacting communities this school year? Check out our list of active sites: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1GOS2g0wZvZn_VSUW431tin6MklRjgYw&ll=47.47770886216939%2C-99.31595095&z=8 Are you looking to make an impact in your community? Apply to be a Reading or Math Corps tutor here: https://fs16.formsite.com/servetogrow/Tutor-App25-26/index
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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Congratulations to all North Dakota educators who were named Teachers of the Year in their respective counties! We wanted to send a special shoutout to the educators honored from SEEC-member schools. North Dakota is lucky to have such dedicated, exceptional teachers!
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Graphic that is congratulating county teachers of the year: Congratulations! Hannah Sagvold Lisbon Public School Logan Klitzke Gackle-Streeter Public School Rachel Line Wahpeton Middle School Benjamin Ponzer Sargent Central Public School Ryan Nelson Montpelier Public School Sarah Lerud Valley City Jr./Sr. High School Lucas Bush Northern Cass Public School Mike Marquette Southeast Career &Technical Center Sierra Tweed Carrington Elementary School Sarah Berg Griggs County Central Brittany Sayler Kulm Public School