
Dates Subject to Change

We are excited to share some updates as our 6th graders have a busy and engaging week ahead!
Tomorrow, 6th grade students will be traveling to Bismarck/Mandan for a field trip. On Friday, they will head to Sitting Bull College (SBC) for their marketplace experience. Students are expected to return around 2:45 PM on both days.
Next Monday, our 6th graders will visit the elementary school to take part in a special author visit.
We are excited for all of the great learning opportunities and experiences planned for our students this week!
Easter break is next Friday, April 3 and the following Monday, April 6. There will be no school either of those days.

















A HUGE shoutout to **Mrs. Engle’s 3rd grade class** for taking 1st place in Week 1 of our **statewide March Madness Reading Contest**, put on by **Amira Learning**! 👏🔥
That’s right—this isn’t just in-house competition. Our students are going head-to-head with schools **across the entire state**, and Mrs. Engle’s class came out on top!
Amira Learning is an AI-powered reading program that listens to students read out loud and provides immediate feedback and coaching. It adjusts to each student’s level, helping build fluency, confidence, and comprehension—like having a one-on-one reading tutor available every day. And the results speak for themselves.
Mrs. Engle’s class showed what happens when effort, consistency, and a little competitive fire come together. They didn’t just show up—they set the standard.
To our students: you earned this—be proud and keep pushing!
To Mrs. Engle: outstanding leadership and expectations in the classroom—this is how growth happens.
Week 1 goes to Cannon Ball Elementary… now let’s see who’s ready for Week 2! 👀
#MarchMadnessReading #AmiraLearning #CannonBallPride #ReadingChampions #StudentSuccess

Deborah Roberts
Night Lights Coordinator
Hello everyone!
During Parent-Teacher Conferences this Wednesday, March 18, the school food pantry will have food items available for families to pick up. Families may stop by between 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm while attending conferences.
These items are available for student households only. We hope this provides a little extra support for our families and appreciate you stopping by during conferences.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday!

Attached is the 2026-2027 calendar. The calendar can also be found on our website www.solen.k12.nd.us in the menu section under District Information.
https://aptg.co/gBZXXp



Thank you and drive safely.
A few important reminders as we head into spring sports season:
Sports Physicals Required
All high school and junior high students must have a current NDHSAA sports physical on file before participating in any athletics.
Season Starts Monday, March 16!
Elementary volleyball and junior high track & field begin Monday, March 16. We're excited to get the season underway!
Code of Conducts — Action Needed
Code of conduct forms were sent home with elementary volleyball players and 6th graders at the junior high. Please sign and return these before your athlete's first game.
Elementary Volleyball Info
The elementary volleyball schedule has been updated on the Solen Athletics page. Visit the link below for the latest info and to check out any available coaching opportunities.
https://solenpublicsd3nd.sites.thrillshare.com/o/spsd3/page/athletics
The original message had a typo. Wednesday, March 18th school will dismiss at 1 pm. Parent teacher conferences are from 1:30-7:30.
Spring Break is March 19th and 20th. There will not be school on the 19th and 20th. Parent teacher conferences are Wednesday, March 18 from 1:30 -7:30. School will dismiss at 1:00 on the March 18th.

Both groups were treated to a special lunch at McDonalds for all their hard work so far this year!
















On Thursday the 5th, kindergarten and 1st grade took a trip to the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library.
They got to listen to some stories, learn about the library, and got to see the children's section of the library!



Please use the link below to access and complete the SPSD Spring Family Survey as part of our Title I Comprehensive Needs Assessment process. The information you provide will help us evaluate the effectiveness of Title programming and make necessary adjustments to best meet the needs of our students and families.
We value your input as a crucial part of our team!
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/301232/p35651
Please help spread the word to other families. If you prefer to complete a paper copy of the survey, there are copies available at the front desk in each school, and they will be out at the March parent teacher conferences. You can also call and request a copy to be sent home with your child.
Please contact Traci Peterson at traci.peterson@k12.nd.us or call the school with any questions.