Grand Forks Education Association

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

ND United President Nick Archuleta writes in support of the bipartisan Support Teachers and Youth Succeed proposal.

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

HAPPENING NOW:
Lawmakers, the Governor’s office, and the State Superintendent are announcing their intention to introduce a piece of legislation that, if passed next legislative session, would pay out retention bonuses every year to teachers around North Dakota.

We’ll have more information available soon.

UPDATE: If you have questions about the proposal, please visit ndunited.org/FAQs

10/02/2026

08/31/2026

State Superintendent Levi Bachmeier is heading back to the classroom! 👨🏼‍🏫

This school year, Bachmeier and NDDPI staff will volunteer as substitute teachers across North Dakota. Bachmeier will teach for three full days using his active ND teaching license, and NDDPI staff with current licenses can also volunteer for a day.

"Every parent and teacher knows to best serve students, understanding the realities of today's classroom is essential," Bachmeier said. "I'm excited for the opportunity to connect directly with kids and remain grounded in the everyday experiences of our students and teachers."

This effort also shines a light on North Dakota's substitute teacher shortage, which forces many teachers to cover multiple classrooms and pulls school leaders away from instructional work.

NDDPI has asked district superintendents to commit to substitute teaching at least one full day this year, with participating schools chosen at random.

Want to help your local school? Learn how to become a substitute teacher HERE! 👉🏼 https://www.nd.gov/espb/licensure/substitute-license-requirements-and-application

08/06/2026

NORTH DAKOTA - North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction Levi Bachmeier said the state needs to do mor...

07/10/2026

Grand Forks paraprofessional Laurie Holcomb has spent decades helping students — and fellow educators — grow in confidence. Recognized as a finalist for 2027 North Dakota United Education Support Professional of the Year, Holcomb reflects on the relationships, mentorship and quiet moments that m...