In North Dakota, children have the right to attend free public schools. There are also programs for young children before kindergarten.
Free school for children aged 5 through grade 12 in your home district. Contact your local school district office. Find your local school district at North Dakota School System.
A booklet that shows how to enroll your child and explains school rules. Ask a Career Navigator or case manager. Visit your local school district office. Find your local school district office at North Dakota School System.
Free early learning for low-income families before kindergarten. Find a site at North Dakota Head Start Association or by calling 701-665-4431 or 701-328-1640.
Even Start offers early learning for children while parents attend GED or English classes, with added support for teen parents. The program includes parent education, family literacy time, and home visits. To be placed on the waiting list, call 701-446-2807.
Local public-school districts: Bismarck, Grand Forks and Fargo
Bismarck Public Schools
https://www.bismarckschools.org/
701-323-4000
Grand Forks Public Schools
https://www.gfschools.org
701-746-2200
Fargo Public Schools
https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/
701-446-1000