The following information is provided from the ND Department of Public Instruction Website:
North Dakota Statewide School Improvement Process
The state supported AdvancED accreditation approach provides one common method for reporting in every school in the state, allow uniform comparison among school districts, and provide these additional benefits to our state, schools and communities:
- A nationally recognized accreditation model that focuses on continuous improvement, student performance, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Accountability for the investment of the state in the educational process and a distinctive mark of quality and integrity recognized around the globe as the standard for educational excellence.
- A framework and support system to help meet and exceed local, state, and national requirements.
- Duplication of reporting eliminated and better use of reported information.
- A valid external review process that provides an opportunity to gain valuable input, validation, and support from peers.
- State-wide data and reports generated to provide an overview of the status and progress of schools within the state.
ND Annual Assurances – Due: October 1 (yearly)
Instructions for Completing the ND Annual Assurances Report
ND Annual Assurances Report Memorandum
North Dakota Assurances
General Documents
Music Program Standard Rubric
School Counseling Program Standards Rubric
School Library Media Program Standards Rubric
AdvancED Website
NESC Upcoming Events
| NESC Calendar of Events |   |
| Tuesday, 25th Jul | |
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to Thursday, 27th Jul all day |  2017 HIGH OCTANE EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE EduTech will host the first ever High Octane Education Technology Conference July 25-27, 2017 at the Mandan Middle School in Mandan, ND. The conference brings together administrators, technology coordinators, and teachers. It provides opportunities for attendees to learn, work, and interact with EduTech staff and partner entities to better prepare them for their jobs by facilitating their knowledge and use of the tools and services provided by the conference hosts. Registrants are welcome each day; general sessions are appropriate for all educators to attend. Additional topics will be added, and a complete agenda will be released prior to the event. The cost for this event is $50 per day, or a discounted rate of $125 for all three days. Refreshments will be provided. Seven and a half hours toward EduTech’s NDSU professional development credit will be offered for each full day of attendance. INITIAL AGENDA: •Administrators ~ Tuesday, July 25th: Office 365, PowerSchool, SLDS, Security, and ESSA. •Technology Coordinators ~ Wednesday, July 26th: Office 365, Coding, PowerSchool, Network Security, and ITD. •Teachers ~ Thursday, July 27th: Office 365, PowerTeacher Pro, MakerSpace, and Customized Learning. Please click the following link to REGISTER www.edutech.nodak.edu/h.....tion/ . Please click the following link to view the promotional flier. www.highoctaneconferenc.....n.jpg Contact kari.sauer@k12.nd.us with questions. Mandan Middle School is located at: 2901 12th Ave NW, Mandan, ND 58554. EduTech hosts the conference in partnership with the North Dakota Education Technology Council, Learning Forward North Dakota, and the Department of Public Instruction. Cancellation Policy: Cancelations must be sent in writing to kari.sauer@k12.nd.us by July 11, 2017 to receive a full refund. Refunds requested after July 11, 2017 will receive 50% of the registration cost. EduTech reserves the right to process refunds after the conferenced concludes. “No shows” that haven’t paid will be billed the full registration fee. Registration may be transferred to another individual. EduTech Help Desk help@k12.nd.us 800.774.1091 ND toll free 701.451.7400  Mandan Middle School, 2901 12th Ave NW, Mandan, ND 58554, USA |
| Tuesday, 1st Aug | |
to Wednesday, 2nd Aug all day | ND Afterschool Network Summer Conference More Info: www.ndseec.com/educatio.....id=60 Avalon Events Center, 2525 9th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA |
| Friday, 18th Aug | |
8:30 am 4:30 pm | NESC Fall In-Service Day Lake Region State College, Devils Lake, ND |
| Monday, 21st Aug | |
8:00 am 12:00 pm | Active Shooter Training - Lakota |
2:00 pm 4:00 pm | Active Shooter Training - Lakota |
