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ArtWise
ArtWise works to increase learning opportunities fro elementary
students in the visual arts. ArtWise was organized in 1993 for the
purpose of providing elementary schools in the Greater Grand Forks
area and the Grand Forks Air Force Base with an art curriculum and
art teachers. The organiztion reaches its goals by facilitating
the Artist in the Classroom Program, which intergrates art teachers
in elementary classrooms, and by organizing the annual Elementary
Art Show.
Dakota
Science Center
Dakota Science Center aims to promote life-long curiosity
and fascination with all the sciences in youth, families, teachers,
and the community through discovery, exploration and interaction.
Grand
Forks Public Schools
The Grand Forks Public School (GFPS) system serves 7,800
students who attend schools in Grand Forks and at the Grand Forks
Air Force Base. GFPS consists of two high schools (grades 9-12),
an alternative high school, four middle schools (grades 6-8), 12
twelve elementary schools, and one Head Start Program. GFPS receive
strong performance from students, made possible due to a curriculum
designed by highly qualified teachers, 65% of whom have Master degrees
and beyond. Parent and community support is strong and very instrumental
in the success of the schools.
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