Virtual Academy: Grades K-12

Today marks the last school day before starting spring break! Please keep in mind that the entire VA staff is also on spring break and will not be available to meet or respond to messages during this time. However, we'll be back Monday, March 24 and will connect at that time!

As we make plans for our last Connection Day of the year on Friday, April 11, please complete this Google form to communicate your plan for attendance!

Connection Day RSVP

• March 14: Early Out (2 hours)
• March 17 -21: No School - Spring Break
• March 25: ACT Testing
• March 28: Proficiency Day (9:00-12:00 & 12:30-3:30)
• April 7-18: Required ND state testing
• April 10: ASVAB Testing
• April 11: Connection Day
• April 17 - 21: No School

As we begin semester two, we have evaluated the use of "get stuff done" (GSD) days which were previously held at Trollwood. To use time more effectively, we have now moved to hosting monthly “proficiency days” to further align what is being done in the traditional high school buildings.

The last Friday of every month, we will be hosting proficiency days at the FPS District Office (700 7th Street South). All VA teachers in core areas are present to assist students in person on these days. Any student in grade 6-12 is invited to participate, but students who are either failing a class or who is more than 10% behind pace in their classes is required to attend.

Our next proficiency day will be held on March 28, 2025. There are two sessions: morning from 9:00 to 12:00 P.M. and afternoon from 12:30 to 3:30 PM.

NDA+ spring testing is approaching soon for all students in K-10. It is very important that all students participate in this test to assure that we meet requirements for the state.

ACT testing is being held on the morning of Tuesday, March 25 at 9:00 am. Testing will be held at the District Office (700 7th Street South). Students should bring a calculator if available and plan to be at the District Office for testing by 8:45 am. This includes all of the multiple choice tests and can be used for college admission and ND Choice Ready.

ASVAB testing is being held on the morning of Thursday, April 10. This test also helps qualify student for ND Choice Ready and the ND Scholarship. Any junior or senior who has not yet tested is required to test; any junior or senior that needs to improve their test score is invited to participate.

Juniors and Seniors in Virtual Academy are able to attend Prom in the building that their boundary is associated with. Below are the dates of prom at each school as well as information on ticket sales. Cost of attendance at prom is $40 for a couple or $20 for an individual. This includes attendance at post-prom.

• North: Prom is April 5, tickets go on sale on March 24
• Davies: Prom is April 12, tickets go on sale April 8-10
• South: Prom is April 26, tickets go on sale on April 14

Tickets need to be purchased in the building where the student is attending prom and are available before school and during lunch runs.

Graduation is approaching soon. We are excited to continue to grow and have 67 seniors this year! Some of our seniors graduated and walked at the conclusion of semester one, but many others will be walking this spring. To be eligible to walk at ceremonies, students must have completed all classes/credits required for graduation by May 30, 2025 so that grades can be entered. Dates and times for graduation in each building are listed below:

• Virtual Academy: Wednesday, June 4 at 6:00 pm at Trollwood
• Dakota: Friday, June 6 evening at Dakota
• North: Sunday, June 8 at 12:00 pm at the Fargo Dome
• South: Sunday, June 8 at 3:00 pm at the Fargo Dome
• Davies: Sunday, June 8 at 6:00 pm at the Fargo Dome

Students walking at North, South, or Davies must attend graduation rehearsal the week prior to graduation.

If you haven’t turned in your senior picture, please email it to Mrs. Boehm at boehmv@fargo.k12.nd.us ASAP.

Also, if you haven’t ordered your cap and gown, please click on the following link to order so that your cap and gown can be received in time for graduation. https://view.vidreach.io/q/AHWofTnx

This is just a reminder that we expect all middle school and freshmen students to participate in I-times each week. This is an opportunity to connect with your teachers as well as small groups of other students to discuss important topics.

I-time for middle school is: Tuesdays at 11:30 Middle School I-Time (6-8)

I-time for freshman is: Wednesdays at 11:30 9th Grade School I-Time

The March Mental Health Series calendar is tailored to the needs of Fargo Public Schools. The calendar povides mental health resources and events including:

What’s Included:

• Key Dates: Schedule of live webinars for March, with each even starting at 6 & 8 PM CT.
• Topic Highlight: District-selected focus topic tailored to the needs of your students, families, and staff.
• Access Details: Instructions on how to join live sessions.

Our students have been busy in their classes; keep up the great work! Also, remember that we have teachers to help support you in grades 6-12. (Elementary students can contact their NDCDE teacher directly for support.)

• Matthew Dahmen (Science) dahmenm@fargo.k12.nd.us (701) 446-8606
• Madelyn Moore (Math) moorem@fargo.k12.nd.us (701) 446-8607
• Laura Qualey (English) qualeyl@fargo.k12.nd.us (701) 446-8609
• Rachel Schroeder (Social Studies) schroer1@fargo.k12.nd.us (701) 446-8632

Vanessa Boehm - boehmv@fargo.k12.nd.us

Student Wellness and Family Facilitator:

Katie King - kingk@fargo.k12.nd.us

Email: fiechth@fargo.k12.nd.us
Website: https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/virtualacademy