Litchville-Marion School District

The Litchville-Marion School Board has tentatively scheduled a Regular Board meeting for Monday, November 10, 2025, @ 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Litchville Marion School Building Conference room, located at 104 2nd St, Marion, ND 58466. The tentative Agenda is:

A. Call To Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Public Comment
D. Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
E. Review financials
F. Approve Bills
G. Principals Report
1. Business Class Reply
H. Additions to the Agenda

Agenda
1. VoTech Update
2. Foundation Update
3. Transportation
4. Strategic Plan
a. Academics State Summative Results
b. Intermin Result
c. Standards Alignment
5. Policies
6. Superintendent Evaluation
7. Building and Grounds
a. Executive Session - Pursuant to NDCC Sec. 44-04-(19.1)-(19.2), the governing body will obtain its attorney’s consultation and advice regarding the risks, strengths, or weaknesses of an action or negotiating strategy, and/or regarding reasonably predictable civil litigation.
8. Informational Items
9. December Board Meeting Date

To place an item on the Agenda, you are asked to call the Superintendent or Board President at least one week prior to the meeting.

We can't wait to see everyone at the Marion Community Hall after school today!🎃

See you tomorrow at 2:40 pm for our Parade of Costumes!!👻🎃

🗓️ Community Calendars Are Here!

Hot off the press and ready for you—our Community Calendars have arrived! We've distributed them to several local businesses so you can easily pick one up and stay connected with all the happenings around town.

For anyone looking to grab a copy, here’s where you can find them:

📍 In Marion:

• Litchville-Marion Public School

• Marion Bar and Grill

• Marion Post Office

• Bank North

• Dickey-Marion Insurance

📍 In Litchville:

• Rusty Spur

• Petro Serve

Are you passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting students with IEPs in academic and social settings

• Assisting with classroom activities and behavior management

• Collaborating with teachers and staff to ensure student success

• Providing one-on-one or small group support as needed

🎭 Parade of Costumes 🎉

Join us on Friday, October 31st at 2:40 PM for our Annual Parade of Costumes in the Litchville-Marion Gym!

Open to the public!

Join us in honoring our heroes!❤️

📅 Date: Monday, November 10

🕝 Time: 2:30 PM

📍 Location: Litchville-Marion School

All students in grades K–6, along with the Junior and Senior High Band and Choir, will be performing in a heartfelt tribute to our Veterans.

We warmly invite all community members to attend and help us celebrate the courage, sacrifice, and service of our Veterans. Your presence makes this event even more meaningful!

Pictured below are a few of the posters our students made for the program!

Get ready to join the community for some Halloween fun on October 31st!

🎃🕸️ Spooky Season Is Here! 🕸️🎃 Get ready to haunt the halls—our Halloween Class Dress-Up Day is creeping up on Thursday, October 30th! 👀🧡

Each grade will be rocking a frightfully fun theme:

👻 Pre-K – Ghosts

🌾 Kindergarten – Scarecrows

🦴 1st Grade – Skeletons

🐾 2nd Grade – Werewolves

🧙‍♀️ 3rd Grade – Witches

🧟‍♂️ 4th Grade – Zombies

🧛 5th Grade – Vampires

🎉 Dance Classes @TheStudio – Fall Session is HERE! 💃🕺 Come dance with the fabulous Shannon Syman & Julie Waldie at @TheStudio in LaMoure, ND!

📅 Practice Dates: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov 3, 10, 17 🎭 Dress Rehearsal: Dec 10 @ LaMoure School (Time TBD) 🌟 Performance: Dec 15 @ 7 PM – LaMoure School 💲 Cost: $100 for the Fall Session

🕔 Class Schedule:

• Broadway Babes (Pre-K & K): 5:00–5:30 PM

• Rising Stars (1st–2nd Grade): 5:15–6:15 PM

• Shooting Stars (3rd–6th Grade): 6:15–6:45 PM 🎶 Choreography by Jenni Kannel

📍 Location: 114 1st Main Street, LaMoure, ND 📞 Contact Julie Waldie at 701-840-9704 or waldiejewels@gmail.com 📱 Follow @JulieWaldie on social media for updates!

📝 Registration is open now! Let’s make this season sparkle ✨ Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. @TheStudio is not responsible for lost or stolen items, accidents, or injuries.

We couldn't let another minute go by without shouting Happy National Custodian Day to Bret, Nina, and Anthony! Your work makes a difference every single day. We’re so lucky to have you!

Tomorrow is all about comfort—it's Pajama & Hat Day!

Our 6th graders are diving deep into Hatchet by Gary Paulsen! 📖🌲 After reading about Brian weaving a protective wall for his shelter, students tried their hand at weaving cattail grasses—just like Brian might have done in the wild. Hands-on learning meets literary adventure!

Hello, parents!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are fast approaching! Please use the link below to sign up for a time that works best for you! Also, conferences for 5th and 6th grade will be student led!

An email was also sent out earlier today with the link to sign up. Please let us know if you did not receive it.

Thank you!

https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/73375D606AEC9EAC42-fallparentteacher

We're looking for a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team!
You'll work closely with students and teachers to support learning and behavior throughout the school day. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help every student thrive, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of something truly rewarding!

It's Pajama/Hat Day tomorrow!!

The 6th graders attended Eco Ed (Ecology Education) Camp on Wednesday at the LaMoure County Memorial Park with other 6th graders from area schools. The event is sponsored each year by the LaMoure County Soil Conservation. The students learned how everyday actions affect the environment and the importance of taking care of the land and its resources.