Fessenden-Bowdon Public School District

✨ Reminder! Preschool Screenings This Friday ✨
We still have a few spots available for our preschool screenings on Friday, February 13. If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time! We’d love to see your little ones there.

Week in Review at Fessenden-Bowdon! This week our theme was Snow, Groundhog Day, and the Olympics, and our students had an amazing time learning and celebrating together! Lower elementary kicked things off with a Parade of Nations, proudly representing countries from around the world as they marched through the halls. Our 5th and 6th graders brought the competition with their very own Olympic events—showing off their skills, sportsmanship, and lots of enthusiasm!

Quarter 3 All-School Event Fun! 💗

Yesterday, our students celebrated Valentine’s Day a little early with a wonderful all-school event! From decorating heart-shaped cookies to reading with buddies, our hallways were full of smiles and sweet moments.

Students also visited a special station to create Valentine cards for residents at our local nursing home, and another station where they enjoyed some fast-paced minute-to-win-it games.

One of the best parts of the day was seeing our older students spend time with our younger learners.

We love days like this that bring everyone together!

🏀 Big Wins for the Hornets! 🎉 Huge congratulations to the Harvey-Wells County boys and girls varsity basketball teams on their big victories over Drake-Anamoose tonight!

The Daily Memo has been posted: https://shorturl.at/8O7D1

Happy School Counselor Week!

We are incredibly grateful for our amazing school counselor, Mrs. Cherry Heinz. Thank you for the care, guidance, and support you provide to our students every single day. You make such a difference!

Girls and Boys Basketball Double Header games on Friday, February 6th starting at 4:00 pm in Fessenden!

Happy 100th Day of School! 🤍🖤 To celebrate this milestone, our students and staff rocked a black and white theme today! It’s amazing to see how much learning, growth, and laughter has filled the first 100 days. Here’s to many more days of hard work, kindness, and making great memories together!

100th Day of School February 2nd 2026

HWC vs. Kidder County Basketball schedule for Saturday, January 31st in Harvey

Metigoshe in Motion will be held after school on Wednesday, January 28th for grades 3-8 at the First Lutheran Church from 1:30 - 5:00 PM. Everyone welcome!

Early Childhood Developmental Screening – Free!

Do you have a child ages 3–5? Join us for a FREE Early Childhood Developmental Screening coming to several communities this winter and spring!

Screenings include: speech-language, hearing, vision, fine & gross motor skills, concepts, and social/emotional skills.

📞 Questions? Call or text 701-707-9209
👉 Scan the QR code to learn more or sign up!

🤖 LEGO Robotics Regional Competition Recap! 🤖 Our LEGO Robotics team traveled to Minot State University yesterday to compete in the regional competition! While we didn’t qualify for state this year, the students showed great growth and improved their overall scores from last season. Scores are based on a combination of the robot game, innovation project presentation, robot design, and gracious professionalism, and our students worked hard in all areas. Their teamwork, problem-solving, and perseverance truly stood out. LEGO Robotics is open to students ages 9–14, and this season was a great example of learning, growth, and fun through hands-on STEM experiences. Here’s to a great season and an even brighter one ahead! 👏🎉

Week in Review Pics!
It was another fun and busy week at school! here are some highlights you’ll spot in our photos:

- Pre-K got creative (and a little messy!) making penguins using shaving cream and glue.
- Sophomores and Kindergarten celebrated their Penny Wars win with yummy root beer floats!
- 5th & 6th grade students shared village news during morning announcements with Ms. Hawkes.
- 8th Grade Science explored flower growth and pollination through hands-on demonstrations.
- Modern Fiction students participated in literature circles with Mrs. Feakes, building discussion and critical thinking skills.
- 7th grade put their strategy skills to the test with a few rounds of chess.

School Bus Bids – Fessenden-Bowdon School District 🚌

The Fessenden-Bowdon School District is accepting written bids on the following buses:

2013 Thomas (sold as is)

2004 Freightliner (sold as is)

📅 Bids will be accepted until Monday, February 9, 2026.

If you’d like more information or would like to submit a bid, please contact:
Darren Sheggerud
📞 (701) 547-3296
Mail to: FBSD, PO Box 67, Fessenden, ND 58438

Due to the weather, Girls Basketball at Thompson today has been postponed. A rescheduled date will be shared once it’s confirmed.

7th Grade Career Exploration in Action! Our 7th grade students attended the T4 Energy Summit at Lake Region State College today. This incredible experience gave students a chance to learn about real-world career pathways in auto technology, chemical engineering, machining, fiber splicing, and so much more. The T4 Energy Summit connects students with industry professionals and cutting-edge technology, helping them see how classroom learning applies to high-demand careers right here in our region.

Silent Auction, Bake Sale & Bingo Fun! Our Silent Auction is open and filled with great items, and the bake sale is packed with delicious homemade treats you won’t want to miss! 😋 Feeling hungry? Just Good BBQ is here serving up some amazing food—come grab a plate! 🎉 Bingo will be starting soon, so get your cards ready and join the fun! Come out, support a great cause, and enjoy a fun-filled evening with great food and prizes. We can’t wait to see you there!

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school.
Teachers will be attending professional development in Maddock.

We hope everyone enjoys the day as we reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of service, equality, and community.