NO SCHOOL - Monday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 11

Elementary

• Elementary Veterans Day Program - Students in Grades K-6th grade - Friday, November 7th - 2:00 pm at The 44 Venue, 15 Main Ave, Colfax.

Jr/Sr High School

• Congratulations to Sophie Peterson on being Richland's November Rotary Student of the Month.

• The gymnastics information and parent meeting has been moved to Thursday, November 13 at 6:30PM. The meeting will still be held at Wahpeton High School in room 101. Any students interested in joining the gymnastics team this coming season should plan to attend the meeting with a parent or guardian. If you have questions, please reach out to Coach Grace Brandt using the email on the flyer in the office.

Upcoming Activities

• Volleyball: Regional Tournament - Harold Newman Arena in Jamestown.

  • Monday, November 10 vs Medina-Pingree-Buchanan, 25 minutes after the 1:00 match ends.

    • Region Bracket

    • Get Ticket info or Digital Tickets HERE.

• JH GBB:

  • Friday, November 7 @ Lidgerwood, 4:30 pm. Dismiss at 3:00, leave at 3:10

  • Thursday, November 13 vs Maple River, 4:30 pm

District

• Holiday Hearts Family Support (survey due 11/14)

  • The holiday season can be difficult for families facing financial challenges. Through a partnership between Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Colfax and Richland #44 Schools, the Holiday Hearts program provides wrapped gifts for children that families would then label themselves. Families may request clothing and a gift item for each child (including children not yet in school), and items will be available for pickup the week of December 15. To participate, please complete this survey by Friday November 14; school counselors will reach out privately to coordinate pickup or delivery. 

• Foundation Board Seats Open

  • The Richland #44 School Board is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals for two open seats on the Foundation Board. These volunteer positions are an excellent opportunity to support students, strengthen our district, and help shape the future of the Foundation. Positions start in January 2026. To learn more, go to https://www.richland44.com/page/foundation-board. Applications due by Tuesday November 25 (click here for application). 

Employment Opportunities

• Coaching Positions:

  • Junior High Boys Basketball - Starting December 2025

• Click HERE for more information and to apply! For questions, contact Superintendent Gandhi or a building principal. 701-372-3713

Meetings

• Coltbackers - Wednesday, November 12 @ 4:30 pm in the New Commons

• Dollars for Scholars - Wednesday, December 10 @ 6:00 pm in the Old Commons

• Foundation - Wednesday, December 3 @ 5:00 pm in the HS Boardroom

• Music Parents -Wednesday, November 19 @ 5:30 pm in the HS Music Room

• PTO - Wednesday, November 19 @ 7:00pm in the Old Commons at the HS

• School Board -Wednesday, November 12 @ 5:30 pm n the HS Boardroom

Community

• Richland #44 is now accepting bids for Snow Removal at both our Elementary School in Abercrombie and Jr/Sr High School in Colfax.  Click here for the official bid form. Bids are due Wednesday, November 12 by 4pm.

   

• Registration is now open for the Colt Buddies Basketball Skills Program!

  This program is for girls and boys in grades K-6 and focuses on progressive skill development.

  • Fall sessions start November 8. Sign up today to join the fun and improve your basketball skills!

  • For registration and more information, click on this link. 

  • For questions, please contact Anna Marohl (annamarohl@gmail.com or 320-815-9433)

• Be sure to attend the CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR in Colfax Nov. 16!

  Get a start on holiday shopping and a little something for yourself too at the Richland DFS Craft & Vendor Fair on Sunday, Nov. 16, in the high school gyms. Shop 10 am- 3 pm with free admission and get a free reusable shopping bag!  

   

• Spaghetti Feed & Silent Auction - Monday, November 17 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm @ The 44 Venue put on by Richland High School Close Up. Come support the Richland Students!

• 7th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner - Thursday, November 27 from 1:00-6:00 pm at the Christine Community Center - Main Street in Christine, ND. Menu includes: Turkey, Ham, Potatoes, Stuffing and More! Adult Meal - $12, Children 12 and under - $5, Children 2 and under eat FREE. All proceeds will benefit the students of Richland 44 School Close Up group.

• A Very Merry Market - Saturday, November 29 from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm at The 44 Venue, Colfax. Shop local makers, sip festive drinks, take a carriage ride, meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy kid crafts, get a festive professional family photo, and soak in the holiday magic at this one-day celebration of creativity and community.

• Annual Meatball Dinner with Bake Sale and Raffle Fundraiser at Emmanuel Lutheran in Abercrombie- Sunday, December 7 from 11:00am - 1:30pm. Free Will Donation for the meal that includes meatballs and mashed potatoes and all the fixings. Bake sale items for sale and raffle prizes will be drawn during the meal - need not be present to win prizes. Take out meals will be available.

• Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome - Fa La La La Funk! - Thursday, December 19 at 7:00 pm at The 44 Venue, Colfax. Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy holiday music! Tickets are on sale now, at this link.