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General Information
806 North Washington
Bismarck ND 58501
Phone: 701-323-4092
Fax: 701-323-4088
Renae Hoffmann Walker
Community Relations Director
701-323-4091
Cathie Thill
Community Relations Secretary
701-323-4092
Bismarck Public Schools has had a full-time Community Relations department since 1988. Two staff members are primarily responsible for employee communication, news media relations, information to parents and community members, etc.
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Services to Employees:
- Weekly employee newsletter, intercom
- Publication design, audio-visual projects, photographs and logos
- Assistance with student/staff awards, special events, and fundraising
- Assistance with news media, advertising, and public relations
- Crisis planning
- Surveys & Web sites
- Serve on BPS committees: DCIC, Leadership Team, Executive Team, ALC, etc.
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Services to Parents:
- Friday Flier of youth events
- District information for school newsletters
- District Calendar, Info Map, Thumbnail Sketch
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November 7, 2008 Friday Flier (pdf document)
File Size: 268.32 kb
Thumbnail Sketch (pdf document)
File Size: 65.43 kb
A summary of 2008-09 district information.
Services to Community:
- Community Forums on topics of interest
- Newsletter to community, School Focus
- Newsletter to senior citizens, Senior Connection
- School Board information
- Welcome packets for new residents & business recruitment
- Community Service: Crisis Team, YMCA, United Way, CATV, Parks & Rec, Chamber
- Presentations to service clubs, PTO's, colleges, etc.
- Contacts with churches, day cares, legislators, key communicators, etc.
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Bismarck Public School District Schools (link)
This page lists all of the Bismarck Public Schools and their contact information including individual web sites.
School Board Brochure (pdf document)
File Size: 97.69 kb
The Board of Education of Bismarck Public School District #1 invites you to its meetings. Your attendance is appreciated!
An important feature of public schools in America is that control over the education of our children has been kept close to the people. Because the School Board believes in this tradition, your participation is welcomed and you are encouraged to express your views on matters affecting our schools.
School Focus (pdf document)
File Size: 576.48 kb
2007-2008 Report Card
Senior Connection (pdf document)
File Size: 137.58 kb
District communication for the senior citizens of our community.
Services to News Media:
- BPS Fact Sheet
- Media Tip Sheet
- News Releases
- Public Service Announcements
- News Media of the Year Award
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News Release (pdf document)
File Size: 119.21 kb
Results of the 2008 Parent Survey
Public Service Announcement (pdf document)
File Size: 93.49 kb
News Media of the Year Award
Each spring, Bismarck Public Schools recognizes a member of a local news entity for outstanding service in furthering public understanding about education. The Community Relations office gets input from staff regarding who should receive this annual award before making a decision. Here is a historical look at who has been honored by BPS:
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| News Media of the Year Award from Bismarck Public Schools |
| 1996-1997 |
Kerry Andrews, KX-12 TV, News Dept. |
| 1997-1998 |
Marci Narum, KFYR TV, News Dept. |
| 1998-1999 |
Sharon Dunham, Bismarck Tribune, News Dept. |
| 1999-2000 |
Marci Narum, KFYR TV, News Dept. |
| 2000-2001 |
Bob Brady & Stacy Sturm, Y93 FM, Morning Show |
| 2001-2002 |
Jamie Dunnigan, KFYR TV, News Dept. |
| 2002-2003 |
Dean Mastel, Cumulus Media |
| 2003-2004 |
Shannon Dean & Bob Hughes, KFYR AM "Kid Speak" program |
| 2004-2005 |
Lauren Grey, KX-12's "Noon on 12" program producer |
| 2005-2006 |
Vicki Weiss, Tribune's "Hometown" section editor |
| 2006-2007 |
Mary Van Sickle, Community Access Television (CATV) |
| 2007-2008 |
Jody Kerzman, KFYR TV |
Additional Related Information
Documents
November 13, 2008 intercom
File Size: 487.03 kb
November 21, 2008 intercom
File Size: 236.07 kb
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