After rave reviews at Summer Conference, Marli Sayler is back for a full-day workshop focused on building, strengthening, and sustaining a thriving school culture.
Culture Driven Leadership Workshop
November 5 | Bismarck
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Great principals deserve to be recognized — and it starts with a nomination!
Now accepting Principal of the Year nominations!
Elementary | Middle | Secondary
Principal | Assistant Principal
Nominate today: ndcel.org/page/principalofth…
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Thank you to Jamestown Public Schools for hosting NDCEL for two days of engaging Crucial Conversations training! Interested in bringing Crucial Conversations to your school or district? Give us a call at 701-258-3022 to learn more about hosting a training for your team.
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Congratulations to Nicole Weiler, Principal of Prairie Rose Elementary in Dickinson, and teacher Natalie Monarrez on being recognized at the NAESP Conference in Orlando as a National Gold Star School!
Only 57 schools nationwide received this prestigious honor. ND proud!
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Happy National Principals Day! Today we recognize the leaders who show up every day for their students, staff, and communities—guiding, supporting, and making a difference where it matters most. Thank you for all you do!
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As we begin the year ahead, we want to thank you for your continued leadership and commitment to ND!
We’re also excited to share that NDFEL Scholarship opportunities are now open and will remain available through June 1.
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Wishing you time to unwind, connect with loved ones, and look ahead with renewed energy. Thank you for your continued dedication to your schools, students, and communities. —The NDCEL Team
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Congratulations to the Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year finalists! These leaders exemplify dedication to students, staff, and school communities across North Dakota. The winner will be announced Feb. 4–6 in Bismarck.
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Congratulations to our NDAESP Elementary Principal of the Year Finalists. The winner will be announced at the NDAESP+NDASSP Mid-Winter Conference, February 4-6 in Bismarck.
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Proud to recognize our Middle Level Principal of the Year finalists—exceptional leaders shaping a critical stage of student growth. Congratulations to all!
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We’re off to a strong start at the Aspiring Principals Workshop. A powerful day of learning, networking, and real talk about what leading a school looks like in North Dakota.
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American Education Week reminds us of the power of public education and the people who make it strong. Thank you to the teachers, principals, superintendents, and staff who create safe, inspiring spaces for ND students every day.
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Reminder: Nominations for Elementary Principal of the Year, Assistant Elementary Principal of the Year, and Middle School Principal of the Year are open until Nov. 11. Know a leader who deserves recognition? Anyone—parents, colleagues, students, community members—can nominate.
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Philip Lindsay is coming to Bismarck! 🎤 The teacher/comedian you’ve seen online will do a one-hour comedy show during our Fall Conference.
Register or grab tickets: ndcel.org/o/ndcel/page/2025-…
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Every year after Fall Conference we hear: “I wish I would’ve come sooner.” Don’t wait another year to find out. ndcel.org/o/ndcel/page/2025-…
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Our Behavioral Health Workshop kicked off today with more than 100 participants! Bringing together individuals from a wide range of roles, the event fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration and meaningful conversations around mental health and student support.
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Make sure you're signed up for the NDCEL Summer Conference. ndcel.org/o/ndcel/page/summe…
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