RED RIBBON WEEK
**Red Ribbon Week** is a DRUG prevention campaign held each year in the **last full week of October (October 23–31)**. It’s a time when schools and communities across the U.S. come together to promote **living drug-free, healthy, and safe lifestyles**.
🎗️ What Red Ribbon Week Is About:
* Honoring **Enrique “Kiki” Camarena**, a DEA agent who gave his life fighting drug trafficking.
* Encouraging students to **make healthy choices** and stay **drug-, alcohol-, and tobacco-free**.
* Building a sense of **school spirit and community pride** through themed dress-up days and activities.
DRESS UP DAYS and ACTIVITIES for next week (See Attachment)
Here is the schedule for next week’s festivities.
10/27 Monday- Red-Y to Say No to Drugs, Wear Red
·Red Ribbon Week Bingo at 2:40 pm in the lunch room- prizes!
10/28 Tuesday- Heroes Don't Do Drugs, dress like a superhero
· Elementary art project and photos in front of Drug Free/Halloween back drop
10/29 Wednesday- Team Up to Be Drug Free, wear your favorite jersey or athletic gear
-9:00 AM Chairman Steve Sitting Bear (visiting all students/staff regarding services)
-Volleyball during noon for junior high/high school students- Gym
10/30 Thursday- Dream of A Drug Free Future, wear your pajamas
Donuts and hot chocolate for breakfast
· Story time with elementary presented by student council
10/31 Friday- Say BOO! To Drugs, wear your Halloween costume
· Costume parade in the gym, judging will take place with prizes 3:00 pm
· Elementary trick-or-treat the high school teachers/staff 2:45 pm
· JH/HS Movie and snacks in the afternoon- 7-8 Hour
· Elementary classroom parties
Attention Selfridge students, staff, families and community members:
This was just brought to my attention: We have to change this year's school calendar, as according to North Dakota Century Code, 15.1-06-02, School Holidays,
15.1-06-02. School holidays.
1. Schools may not be in session on the following holidays:
a. Any Sunday.
b. New Year's Day, the first day of January.
c. Good Friday, the Friday preceding Easter Sunday.
d. Memorial Day, the last Monday in May.
e. The anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the fourth day of July.
f. Labor Day, the first Monday in September.
g. Veteran's Day, the eleventh day of November.
h. Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November.
i. Christmas Day, the twenty-fifth day of December.
2. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, if the first day of January, the fourth
day of July, the eleventh day of November, or the twenty-fifth day of December is a
Sunday, the school district shall observe the holiday on the following Monday.
3. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, if the eleventh day of November is a
Saturday, the school district shall observe the holiday on the preceding Friday.
*November 11th is on a Tuesday this year, so on Tuesday November 11th we will not have school in observance of Veteran's Day.
WE WILL have school on Monday, November 10th.
Please change your calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused. We will post on our school web page and our School Facebook page.
Respectfully, David Mahon, Superintendent, Selfridge School.
This was just brought to my attention: We have to change this year's school calendar, as according to North Dakota Century Code, 15.1-06-02, School Holidays,
15.1-06-02. School holidays.
1. Schools may not be in session on the following holidays:
a. Any Sunday.
b. New Year's Day, the first day of January.
c. Good Friday, the Friday preceding Easter Sunday.
d. Memorial Day, the last Monday in May.
e. The anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the fourth day of July.
f. Labor Day, the first Monday in September.
g. Veteran's Day, the eleventh day of November.
h. Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November.
i. Christmas Day, the twenty-fifth day of December.
2. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, if the first day of January, the fourth
day of July, the eleventh day of November, or the twenty-fifth day of December is a
Sunday, the school district shall observe the holiday on the following Monday.
3. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, if the eleventh day of November is a
Saturday, the school district shall observe the holiday on the preceding Friday.
*November 11th is on a Tuesday this year, so on Tuesday November 11th we will not have school in observance of Veteran's Day.
WE WILL have school on Monday, November 10th.
Please change your calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused. We will post on our school web page and our School Facebook page.
Respectfully, David Mahon, Superintendent, Selfridge School.
🎉 5th–6th Grade 1st Quarter A & B - Honor Roll Announced! 🎉
Congratulations to all the students who made the **1st Quarter Honor Roll** — your **hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence** truly stand out. We are proud of each and every one of you!
Keep striving for greatness!
**Mr. S**
Congratulations to all the students who made the **1st Quarter Honor Roll** — your **hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence** truly stand out. We are proud of each and every one of you!
Keep striving for greatness!
**Mr. S**
🎉 7th–12th Grade 1st Quarter A & B - Honor Roll Announced! 🎉
Congratulations to all the students who made the **1st Quarter Honor Roll** — your **hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence** truly stand out. We are proud of each and every one of you!
Keep striving for greatness!
**Mr. S**
Congratulations to all the students who made the **1st Quarter Honor Roll** — your **hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence** truly stand out. We are proud of each and every one of you!
Keep striving for greatness!
**Mr. S**
1st Night of Family-Teacher Conferences – A Huge Success!
Special thanks to **Bella and Alvin** for the excellent meal! A big shoutout to the **Student Council/JOM students and advisors** for organizing an amazing carnival – it was a night full of fun and laughter.
I want to say how proud I am of our **JH/HS students** for the way they engaged with the **elementary students** – such great examples of our *Community First* spirit. I love it!
📸 *(Be sure to check out the pictures – fun was had by all!)*
If you weren’t able to attend on Tuesday, don’t worry – **Family-Teacher Conferences continue for one more day!** We hope to see you there!
Special thanks to **Bella and Alvin** for the excellent meal! A big shoutout to the **Student Council/JOM students and advisors** for organizing an amazing carnival – it was a night full of fun and laughter.
I want to say how proud I am of our **JH/HS students** for the way they engaged with the **elementary students** – such great examples of our *Community First* spirit. I love it!
📸 *(Be sure to check out the pictures – fun was had by all!)*
If you weren’t able to attend on Tuesday, don’t worry – **Family-Teacher Conferences continue for one more day!** We hope to see you there!
Safe and Healthy kids message.
2025-26 Selfridge School Title I plan
Title 1 Parent Letter 2025
Reminder of Family Teacher Conferences and the Carnival...See You at the school
📣 **Important Announcement for Night Lights Families** 📣
There will be **NO Night Lights After-School Program this week**.
Please make any necessary arrangements for your child after school. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone back soon! 💡✨
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Family Teacher Conferences on Tuesday and Thursday.
See you all at the Carnival on Tuesday...
There will be **NO Night Lights After-School Program this week**.
Please make any necessary arrangements for your child after school. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone back soon! 💡✨
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Family Teacher Conferences on Tuesday and Thursday.
See you all at the Carnival on Tuesday...
SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE
Dear Selfridge Staff and Students,
I am truly impressed by the effort, enthusiasm, and collaboration I see every day across our school. Your commitment is creating incredible momentum—and I believe in you to keep pushing forward as we strive to make this the best school year ever!
Every day in school matters. Research shows that students who attend regularly achieve at higher levels than those who miss class frequently. In fact, only about 10% of students who are chronically absent reach proficiency in reading and math, compared to nearly 40% of students with strong attendance. Even just a few days missed can make a noticeable difference—students with average absences see major drops in math and reading proficiency across entire grades.
Consistent attendance builds habits of success and ensures we make the most of every learning opportunity.
Completing every assignment is just as vital. Students who stay on top of their work strengthen understanding, build confidence, and stay better connected to their teachers and classmates. Each day and each effort count—showing up and giving your best truly add up to long-term success.
Let’s continue to support one another, stay engaged, and finish each day stronger than the one before. Together, we can make Selfridge K–12 a model of excellence.
With pride and confidence in you all,
David Mahon
Superintendent
Selfridge Public School
Dear Selfridge Staff and Students,
I am truly impressed by the effort, enthusiasm, and collaboration I see every day across our school. Your commitment is creating incredible momentum—and I believe in you to keep pushing forward as we strive to make this the best school year ever!
Every day in school matters. Research shows that students who attend regularly achieve at higher levels than those who miss class frequently. In fact, only about 10% of students who are chronically absent reach proficiency in reading and math, compared to nearly 40% of students with strong attendance. Even just a few days missed can make a noticeable difference—students with average absences see major drops in math and reading proficiency across entire grades.
Consistent attendance builds habits of success and ensures we make the most of every learning opportunity.
Completing every assignment is just as vital. Students who stay on top of their work strengthen understanding, build confidence, and stay better connected to their teachers and classmates. Each day and each effort count—showing up and giving your best truly add up to long-term success.
Let’s continue to support one another, stay engaged, and finish each day stronger than the one before. Together, we can make Selfridge K–12 a model of excellence.
With pride and confidence in you all,
David Mahon
Superintendent
Selfridge Public School
👻🎃 **Caution: Extreme Fun Ahead!** 🎃👻
**🎉 HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL 🎉**
🕷️ *October 21st*
🕒 *4:30 PM – 6:30 PM*
Come for the candy... stay because you’re stuck in a spider web 🕸️
Games, snacks, and so much spooky fun it’s *scary*!
Costumes welcome – bonus points if you can make us laugh or scream 😱😂
**Hosted by your favorite ghouls at:**
Selfridge JOM, Title I & Student Council
**🎉 HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL 🎉**
🕷️ *October 21st*
🕒 *4:30 PM – 6:30 PM*
Come for the candy... stay because you’re stuck in a spider web 🕸️
Games, snacks, and so much spooky fun it’s *scary*!
Costumes welcome – bonus points if you can make us laugh or scream 😱😂
**Hosted by your favorite ghouls at:**
Selfridge JOM, Title I & Student Council
Family-Teacher Conferences
📅 **Tuesday, October 21st** & **Thursday, October 23rd**
🕒 **3:30 PM – 6:30 PM** (both nights)
The purpose of Family-Teacher Conferences is to provide an opportunity for parents and guardians to meet with teachers, discuss student progress, celebrate achievements, and work together to support academic and personal growth.
🍽️ A supper meal will be served each evening.
We look forward to partnering with you to support student success!
📅 **Tuesday, October 21st** & **Thursday, October 23rd**
🕒 **3:30 PM – 6:30 PM** (both nights)
The purpose of Family-Teacher Conferences is to provide an opportunity for parents and guardians to meet with teachers, discuss student progress, celebrate achievements, and work together to support academic and personal growth.
🍽️ A supper meal will be served each evening.
We look forward to partnering with you to support student success!
NO NIGHT LIGHTS Today or Tomorrow
(Today because of low numbers)
(Tomorrow because of Fall Break-Th & F)
Thank you
(Today because of low numbers)
(Tomorrow because of Fall Break-Th & F)
Thank you
More Pictures #6:
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
More Pictures #5:
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
More Pictures #4:
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
More Pictures #3:
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
More Pictures:
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
1st Quarter Incentive Trip Recap 🎉
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
What a great time we had on our 1st Quarter Incentive Trip! Congratulations to all the students who earned this opportunity by maintaining at least 90% attendance and zero F’s—your hard work and dedication paid off!
We kicked off the day at the Heritage Center, where students explored and researched our rich history—an especially meaningful experience in honor of Indigenous People’s Day. It was a powerful and educational way to reflect on our past and learn more about the cultures that shaped our community.
Next stop: Papa’s Pumpkin Patch! From the High School to Junior High and Elementary students, everyone had a blast. 🌽🎃
Check out the photos and relive the fun—we're proud of each of you!
