Congratulations to our DPE readers!
Sometimes, children have a difficult time selecting a book to read. List your favorite book you read growing up and why in the comments!
Have a nice week!
Happy Easter from Dakota Prairie.
Reminder- There is no school tomorrow, April 6th
Reminder- There is no school tomorrow, April 6th
Congratulations to our elementary AR point milestone makers for the month of February!
Esther Donohue visited the Senior English class to teach the students about blog writing and how it can be used to generate a side income. She currently manages several blogs covering a wide range of topics such as homesteading, candy making, and her Sweet Prairie food truck. Her work has been featured in Real. Good. North Dakota, North Dakota Nice, and Edible North Dakota Magazine. Esther is active across multiple social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Links to her blogs can be found below.
https://sweetprairie.net/
https://thephathen.com/
https://sweetprairie.net/
https://thephathen.com/
Here are the Dakota Prairie Post Prom Cash Raffle winners for the final week.
Winners, your check will be in the mail!
Winners, your check will be in the mail!
Aubrie Johnston plans to attend Northern State University after graduation. She is currently undecided on her major and future career path, but is looking forward to exploring her interests and opportunities in college.
Aubrie describes herself as loyal and she has strong connections with friends, family, and those around her. Outside of school, she enjoys dancing, reading, going for walks, and watching Netflix, activities that allow her to relax and express herself.
One of Aubrie’s proudest accomplishments is earning dance medals, highlighting her dedication and passion for dance over the years.
In school, her favorite class is math, which she enjoys because of the positive environment created by her teacher and the overall good vibes in the classroom. She also appreciates Ms. McMillin, who she says is always there to listen and support students when they need it.
If Aubrie had a theme song that played every time she walked into a room, it would be “Queen of the Wave” from Barbie in a Mermaid Tale.
Today is National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. Dakota Prairie Schools appreciates the dedicated and caring paraprofessional staff. They provide constant support, patience, and love to our students. Thank you, paras!
April's Knight Reader is available for reading.
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DATE: APRIL 15, 2026
TIME: 9:30 A.M. - 1:45 P.M.
202 5TH STREET
PETERSBURG, ND 58272
Donate April 6-30 and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards! That’s enough to buy groceries for a year! Book your appointment today.
Call Kelsey Beckstrom @701-345-8233 OR click here to schedule: https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdonors.vitalant.org%2Fdwp%2Fportal%2Fdwa%2Fappointment%2Fguest%2Fphl%2FtimeSlotsExtr%3Ftoken%3DUc5swLipGlK8SK9InHLdGo5Y4DAAZk0gGUqincrw%252F48%253D&data=05%7C02%7CRenae.Schanilec%40k12.nd.us%7Cea4ea96e790f4de5374208de8e82a07a%7Cdbbf782acef14af186c81f9201061db6%7C0%7C0%7C639104888836663980%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Qp2pnWYVxsJBbiG75NyWLp5WsRpq028DcOHe%2F1gVz18%3D&reserved=0
TIME: 9:30 A.M. - 1:45 P.M.
202 5TH STREET
PETERSBURG, ND 58272
Donate April 6-30 and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards! That’s enough to buy groceries for a year! Book your appointment today.
Call Kelsey Beckstrom @701-345-8233 OR click here to schedule: https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdonors.vitalant.org%2Fdwp%2Fportal%2Fdwa%2Fappointment%2Fguest%2Fphl%2FtimeSlotsExtr%3Ftoken%3DUc5swLipGlK8SK9InHLdGo5Y4DAAZk0gGUqincrw%252F48%253D&data=05%7C02%7CRenae.Schanilec%40k12.nd.us%7Cea4ea96e790f4de5374208de8e82a07a%7Cdbbf782acef14af186c81f9201061db6%7C0%7C0%7C639104888836663980%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Qp2pnWYVxsJBbiG75NyWLp5WsRpq028DcOHe%2F1gVz18%3D&reserved=0
Best wishes to our state Mathcount participants, Hadley Strand, Kaleah Monsebroten, Graham Corby, Nathan Beglau, and coach Mrs. Kelly Johnson!
It's National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day on Wednesday.
Spring activities are in full swing. Elementary volleyball games and high school track events have started, music competitions are at the pinnacle of their season, the regional speech meet is almost here, and baseball, softball, and golf teams will be taking the field and the greens soon! Keep up the great work, student participants!
Have a great week!
It's National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day on Wednesday.
Spring activities are in full swing. Elementary volleyball games and high school track events have started, music competitions are at the pinnacle of their season, the regional speech meet is almost here, and baseball, softball, and golf teams will be taking the field and the greens soon! Keep up the great work, student participants!
Have a great week!
Bailey Flaagan plans to attend Bismarck State College after graduation to study Pre-Radiologic Technology, with the goal of becoming a radiology technician.
Bailey describes herself as humorous, a quality that shines through both in and out of the classroom. Says she hopes to be remembered as someone who always worked hard, particularly in sports.
One of Bailey’s favorite high school memories was playing softball alongside her sister, cousin, and best friends, making the experience especially meaningful. Her dedication to the sport is evident in one of her proudest accomplishments - starting varsity softball as a seventh grader, which helped build her confidence and shape her into the player she is today.
Outside of school, Bailey enjoys playing golf, spending time at the lake, and being with friends and family.
Bailey says she most admires her parents, who work hard and consistently show their support by attending every sporting event for her and her sister.
A quote that resonates with her is from Carrie Underwood: “While you’re sitting around thinking about what you can’t change… you better make it count cause you can't get it back.” She values this message as a reminder to make the most of time because it goes by quickly.
If Bailey had a theme song that played every time she walked into a room, it would be “Can’t Turn You Down” by Jon Pardi.
Her favorite coaches are Gus and Savannah, who have always believed in her and encouraged her to succeed, both on and off the field. She also enjoys English class with Ms. Hurst, who makes each day engaging and fun.
Bailey describes herself as humorous, a quality that shines through both in and out of the classroom. Says she hopes to be remembered as someone who always worked hard, particularly in sports.
One of Bailey’s favorite high school memories was playing softball alongside her sister, cousin, and best friends, making the experience especially meaningful. Her dedication to the sport is evident in one of her proudest accomplishments - starting varsity softball as a seventh grader, which helped build her confidence and shape her into the player she is today.
Outside of school, Bailey enjoys playing golf, spending time at the lake, and being with friends and family.
Bailey says she most admires her parents, who work hard and consistently show their support by attending every sporting event for her and her sister.
A quote that resonates with her is from Carrie Underwood: “While you’re sitting around thinking about what you can’t change… you better make it count cause you can't get it back.” She values this message as a reminder to make the most of time because it goes by quickly.
If Bailey had a theme song that played every time she walked into a room, it would be “Can’t Turn You Down” by Jon Pardi.
Her favorite coaches are Gus and Savannah, who have always believed in her and encouraged her to succeed, both on and off the field. She also enjoys English class with Ms. Hurst, who makes each day engaging and fun.
Brandi Schock is an outgoing senior with a great sense of humor and a passion for staying active. After graduation, she plans to attend the University of North Dakota to study Physical Therapy, with the goal of becoming a sports physical therapist.
If Brandi had a theme song, it would be “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” by Trace Adkins, showing off her fun and energetic personality. Her favorite quote, “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it” by Charles R. Swindoll, reflects her belief in the power of attitude and perspective.
She admires her mom and dad the most for their hard work and dedication to providing for their family.
In her free time, Brandi enjoys playing volleyball, scrapbooking, reading, and traveling. She’s especially proud of making it to the national trap shooting competition.
Known for her humor, she believes that’s what she’ll be remembered for most. Her favorite teacher, Mr. Rose, made class fun and engaging, while her favorite class (study hall with Mrs. Forde) was always full of laughs and great stories.
If Brandi had a theme song, it would be “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” by Trace Adkins, showing off her fun and energetic personality. Her favorite quote, “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it” by Charles R. Swindoll, reflects her belief in the power of attitude and perspective.
She admires her mom and dad the most for their hard work and dedication to providing for their family.
In her free time, Brandi enjoys playing volleyball, scrapbooking, reading, and traveling. She’s especially proud of making it to the national trap shooting competition.
Known for her humor, she believes that’s what she’ll be remembered for most. Her favorite teacher, Mr. Rose, made class fun and engaging, while her favorite class (study hall with Mrs. Forde) was always full of laughs and great stories.
Here are the Dakota Prairie Post Prom Cash Raffle winners for the 4th week.
Winners, your check will be in the mail!
Winners, your check will be in the mail!
We are hiring!
Please note the updated spring sport picture schedule.
Donations can be dropped off on Saturday, March 28th, from 10am-4pm at 303 6th Street in Petersburg. Thank you in advance for your donation!
Rylee Flaagan plans to attend Bismarck State College after graduation to study Pre-Radiologic Technology, with the goal of becoming a Radiologic Technologist.
Rylee describes herself as driven, a quality she has demonstrated throughout her time in school and athletics. One of her proudest accomplishments was starting varsity softball as a seventh grader, an opportunity that challenged her to grow and push herself to improve. Over the years, that experience helped her become a team captain and leader, and she now enjoys coaching younger softball players, hoping to inspire them and help them enjoy the sport just as much as she has.
One of Rylee’s favorite high school memories was a junior year trip to the state capital, a memorable experience shared with classmates. Outside of school, she enjoys golfing and spending time at the lake with friends and family.
Rylee says the people she admires most are her parents, who have always demonstrated the value of hard work and never missed an important moment in her life. Their support and dedication have played a major role in shaping who she is today.
A quote that has helped guide her is “All lights turned off can be turned on,” by Noah Kahan, a reminder that even during difficult times, there is always hope and the possibility for things to get better.
Her favorite teachers and coaches are Gus and Savannah, who have supported her through both good and challenging moments and helped shape her into the athlete and person she is today. In the classroom, her favorite subject is English, where she enjoys the engaging and fun environment created by Ms. Hurst.
If Rylee had a theme song that played every time she walked into a room, it would be “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue” by Toby Keith.
When she graduates from DPHS, Rylee hopes to be remembered as someone who was determined to achieve her goals and make the most of every opportunity.
Rylee describes herself as driven, a quality she has demonstrated throughout her time in school and athletics. One of her proudest accomplishments was starting varsity softball as a seventh grader, an opportunity that challenged her to grow and push herself to improve. Over the years, that experience helped her become a team captain and leader, and she now enjoys coaching younger softball players, hoping to inspire them and help them enjoy the sport just as much as she has.
One of Rylee’s favorite high school memories was a junior year trip to the state capital, a memorable experience shared with classmates. Outside of school, she enjoys golfing and spending time at the lake with friends and family.
Rylee says the people she admires most are her parents, who have always demonstrated the value of hard work and never missed an important moment in her life. Their support and dedication have played a major role in shaping who she is today.
A quote that has helped guide her is “All lights turned off can be turned on,” by Noah Kahan, a reminder that even during difficult times, there is always hope and the possibility for things to get better.
Her favorite teachers and coaches are Gus and Savannah, who have supported her through both good and challenging moments and helped shape her into the athlete and person she is today. In the classroom, her favorite subject is English, where she enjoys the engaging and fun environment created by Ms. Hurst.
If Rylee had a theme song that played every time she walked into a room, it would be “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue” by Toby Keith.
When she graduates from DPHS, Rylee hopes to be remembered as someone who was determined to achieve her goals and make the most of every opportunity.
Is everyone all rested up from the State B? Congratulations to our Chargers basketball team on their 6th place finish!
If you aren't, well... take a nap; it's going to be another busy week!
Best wishes to Hadley Strand and Pepper McKay who will be participating in the North Dakota State Spelling Bee tomorrow!
Continued well wishes to our speech, music, and track students as they showcase their wonderful abilities.
Have a great week, everyone!
Thank you in advance for your support!
