News & Announcements
BPSF awards close to $52,000 in scholarships, awardees recognized at May 22 BPS School Board meeting
The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation will award $51,950 through 57 scholarship awards to deserving seniors to further their education. During the 2022/2023 school year, the BPS Foundation developed six new scholarships, first year recipients are notated as such...
BPS Foundation’s Senior Salute showcasing all graduating seniors within BPS
To showcase community support and recognition for this year’s seniors, the Bismarck Public Schools Foundation will air a series of 30-minute features for BHS, CHS, LHS and SCHS that will be broadcast on KFYR-TV and West Dakota Fox. The programs have been sponsored by...
Señora “B” Kind Memorial Scholarship developed for CHS students to honor the memory of CHS educator
The Señora “B” Kind Memorial Scholarship was established in 2023 by the family of Susie Brynjolfson-Meide and the CHS Staff to honor her memory. This scholarship was endowed to support CHS students who have completed at least 2 years of Spanish with preference given...
Jody Olheiser Memorial Slush Run April 1st, proceeds to benefit BHS AVID Scholarship recipient
The Jody Olheiser Memorial Slush Run was established in 2022 to support and sustain the Jody Olheiser Memorial Scholarship. Jody was a beloved Bismarck High School English and AVID Teacher who passed away November of 2021 after a short battle with cancer. Jody had a...
Paw Art Parade to showcase student art at BAGA March 29th from 5-7pm
The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation, Bismarck Public Schools and Central Dakota Humane Society has partnered with the Bismarck Art and Galleries Association to bring you the Paw Art Parade Exhibit! This exhibit will showcase the student art from this year's Paw...
BPS Scholarships deadline April 1st
Over $50,000 in scholarships are available for BPS students through the BPS Foundation. There are 27 scholarships that distribute over 50 scholarships for BPS students to further their education. Scholarships can be viewed at...
BPS Foundation Spring Grant Cycle deadlines April 1st!
The spring cycle of the BPSF grants deadlines April 1st, below is information on each available grant. For more information or to apply, please go to https://www.bpsfoundation.com/funding/#grants Mental Health Grant- Mental Health Grants are geared towards big ideas...
Memorial Fund has been established to honor Jim Jeske
The Bismarck Public Schools District and Foundation are grieving the loss of Mr. Jim Jeske after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mr. Jeske grew up in the small town of New England, North Dakota, and worked in a variety of educational roles prior to joining BPS in the...
Paul Kranz Scholarship developed for BPS students attending University of Jamestown
The Paul Kranz Scholarship was established in 2022 by his children — Stephen, Michael, and Paula Kranz — to honor his impact on the academic and athletic community in North Dakota. This scholarship was endowed to permanently support BPS students who are in good...
Eide Family Scholarship developed to honor Allen and Carole Eide
The Eide Family Scholarship was established in 2022 in honor of Allen & Carole Eide. Allen was a lifelong entrepreneur with a unique business sense. He owned and operated many successful businesses throughout his life but is most well-known for his involvement in...
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