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Levi Bachmeier is the state superintendent of schools for the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction.
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law on December 10, 2015. It reauthorizes the 1965 Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), which was previously NCLB.
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Recent News
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New ND Charter School Rules Taking Effect April 1
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Categories: Press ReleaseState School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier said North Dakota’s new rules governing public, tax-supported charter schools will take effect April 1, opening the way for supporters to offer their ideas for charter schools.
Report Praises ND High School Policy Progress
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 01:50 pm
Categories: Press ReleaseA national report that supports reforming high schools says North Dakota has already implemented many of its recommendations, including emphasis on competency-based student learning, the ability to earn college credits in high school, and opportunities for apprenticeships and internships.
Hebron, Finley-Sharon Schools Honored for Academic Growth
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 02:00 pm
Categories: Press ReleaseNorth Dakota School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier is celebrating national recognition for elementary schools in the Hebron and Finley-Sharon school districts, which have been recognized for exceptional student performance and academic growth during the past two years.
Forness Named To ND Education Board
Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 07:00 am
Categories: Press ReleaseState School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier announced Thursday that Morgan Forness, superintendent of the Central Cass public school in Casselton, has been appointed to the State Board of Public School Education.
NDDPI Seeks Summer Food Operators
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:40 am
Categories: Press ReleaseThe North Dakota Department of Public Instruction will be seeking applications from organizations interested in operating North Dakota’s Summer Food Service Program in April 2026. The program provides free meals for children when school is not in session.
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Reaching All Learners
Monday, June 2, 2025 - Friday, May 1, 2026
Categories: Professional Development, Science of Reading, TrainingAIM Pathways' comprehensive courses help educators gain knowledge and acquire tools to put the Science of Reading to work in their classrooms and schools. Since 2022, more than 2,100 North Dakota educators have grown their knowledge in structured literacy instruction through NDSoR: Reaching All Learners, a comprehensive course developed by the AIM Institute for the South East Education Cooperative (SEEC). FREE to North Dakota educators thanks to supported funding from the N.D. Department of Public Instruction.
K-12 Data Modernization
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BRIDGE Update: March 20, 2026
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 02:10 pm
Categories: K-12 ModernizationThis week’s updates highlight important changes to data migration and trial processes, as well as opportunities for upcoming Office Hours.
BRIDGE Update: March 6, 2026
Friday, March 6, 2026 at 09:00 am
Categories: K-12 ModernizationBRIDGE Update: Feb. 27, 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026 at 08:00 am
Categories: K-12 ModernizationThis week’s BRIDGE update includes several important announcements regarding End‑of‑Year processes, Summer School preparation, data migration cleanup, data‑sharing agreements, training opportunities, and upcoming BRIDGE Office Hours.
BRIDGE Update: Feb. 19, 2026
Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 02:30 pm
Categories: K-12 ModernizationUpcoming recommendations and guidance for summer school reporting; BRIDGE Office Hours.
BRIDGE Updates: Feb. 12, 2026
Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 01:10 pm
Categories: K-12 ModernizationThis week's news includes updates regarding data sharing agreements, SLDS tool reviews, and upcoming BRIDGE Office Hours.