2026–2027 School Calendar
We’re excited to share that the 2026–2027 school calendar is now finalized and has been approved by the school board. You can view or download the full calendar on our school website.
Eligibility Process Update
The school board has approved an update to our student handbook regarding academic eligibility. Beginning with the first report on January 29, 2026, eligibility checks will now be run on Thursdays at 9:00am.
New Eligibility Timeline
Academic ineligibility will run from the Sunday following the grade check through the next Sunday.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Widicker.
Virtual Learning Day Reminder
Even though today is a virtual learning day, it is still a school day and students are expected to complete their assignments.
Grades K–4:
Students should complete the packet sent home and return it on the next school day. Attendance will be based on completed work. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you need help.
Grades 5–12:
Students should log into Google Classroom and complete assignments for each class. Attendance is based on the work turned in. Teachers are available during their posted office hours to answer questions by email or Google Classroom/Meet.
Our teachers are working today and are ready to support students. If you have questions, please contact your child’s teacher.
Thank you for helping make our virtual day successful! Stay safe and warm! ❄️💙
📣 Weather Update & Possible Virtual Learning Tomorrow
With the forecast looking uncertain, students will be bringing home materials today just in case we need to move to virtual learning tomorrow. The final decision will be made by 6:00am, and we will notify families as soon as it is made.
Please remember that virtual learning is still considered a school day, and attendance will be based on the completion of assigned work.
We encourage all families to read the virtual learning expectations carefully. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Our HWC boys’ wrestling team had a strong two days of competition in Velva on Friday and Saturday! Check out the individual placing results.
The HWC Girls’ Basketball team had a strong showing at the CNDC Tournament this weekend, earning 5th place!
After a tough loss to Glenburn on Thursday, the girls bounced back, finishing the tournament with two wins over Dunseith and Drake-Anamoose.
What a fun and busy week we’ve had! Our students enjoyed the fresh snowfall and had a great time playing outside during recess. It’s always exciting to see them laughing, exploring, and making the most of winter weather!
In the classroom, Mr. Moe’s Ag Mech students got their hands dirty in the shop as they continued learning new skills and working on hands-on projects.
Meanwhile, our 5th and 6th graders have been hard at work in Science, creating their own Rube Goldberg machines.
We love seeing our students learn, explore, and have fun each day. Enjoy a peek at our week!
Join us for a fun and festive family event! 🍪🎄
We’re excited to invite all Fessenden-Bowdon families to our Family Cookie Decorating afternoon on Thursday, December 11 from 3:45–5:00pm in the Old Gym. Come celebrate the holiday season by spending time together, enjoying sweet treats, and connecting with our wonderful school community. Please return your RSVP by Friday, December 5.
All supplies will be provided—and yes, there will be a hot cocoa bar!
We hope to see each of you there as we kick off the season with creativity, connection, and holiday cheer!
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/fessendenbowdon-hs-wells-county-fessenden-nd/gam2e96836bdd
Tomorrow is Dress-Up Day!
To celebrate the 67th day of school, we’re having a “What Do You Meme?” Dress-Up Day on Tuesday, December 2!
Students and staff are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite meme, character,.
We’re excited to welcome everyone to Fessenden for another great season of basketball! To help keep our games safe, enjoyable, and respectful for all athletes, officials, and fans, we’re sharing a quick reminder of our spectator expectations .
A few key points:
✔️ Please remain seated during active play.
✔️ Bathroom and concession breaks should happen during timeouts or between quarters.
✔️ Children in 6th grade and under should be seated with a guardian at all times.
✔️ And as always—let’s keep our cheering positive and respectful!
Thank you for helping us create a safe and supportive environment for our teams and guests. We appreciate you! 💜🏀
On November 21, our 8th graders took a fantastic field trip to Jamestown to explore the National Buffalo Museum and Frontier Village! Students had the chance to interact with hands-on exhibits that brought their North Dakota Studies lessons to life.
From learning about the importance of the buffalo to stepping back in time at Frontier Village, it was an engaging day full of discovery, history, and fun.
Small Town, Big Cheer!
We’re excited to bring our students together for a Multi-Grade Decorating Event on Monday, December 1st! It’s also PAJAMA DAY, so everyone can get comfy!
This Tuesday, November 25, we will proudly induct a new group of outstanding students who exemplify the pillars of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. The ceremony will take place at 9:00am in the Old Gym.
As the temperatures drop, we want to remind families to help students come prepared for the colder weather this week.
❄️ Winter Transportation Reminder:
All students riding school transportation to and from any school activity during the winter months must be properly dressed for extreme weather. This is an important safety precaution in case of unexpected delays or emergencies.
Winter clothing includes: a warm coat or jacket, gloves or mittens, winter boots or sturdy footwear, and a protective hat or head covering.
❄️ Recess & Daily Dress Expectations:
Recess will be held indoors when the wind chill reaches -15°F or below, but on regular cold days, students are expected to dress appropriately for the weather. Please make sure your child is bundled up and ready for outdoor conditions. This includes snow pants when there is snow on the ground.
Please contact Mrs. Widicker at 402-499-5339 if you need assistance with any of these items for your child.
🗓️ Week in Review
What a full and fantastic week at school!
- Pre-K enjoyed a visit from Deputy Norby and learned about gratitude, then got a little messy exploring how colors mix with their hands.
- Our Creative Writing students partnered with 1st grade to write thoughtful letters to Veterans—such a heartwarming collaboration.
- The Close-Up group held their first dirty soda shop fundraiser, serving up treats for students and staff.
- In the classroom, 5th/6th grade focused on giving meaningful compliments, and Math 7 took a creative dive into numbers.
- We also had lots of students practicing their strategy skills as they began gearing up for Chess Club.
Proud of all the learning, teamwork, and fun happening throughout the building this week!
