VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Viking Elementary School is a public school in Grand Forks, North Dakota, that serves students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in a small city setting. The school has about 294 students and 27 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor. This gives it a student-teacher ratio of 11:1, which is the same as the district average. Viking Elementary School's academic program focuses on math and reading, but it also teaches science, social studies, and the arts. Based on the data we have, about 47% of students did well enough in math and 42% did well enough in reading. This shows that there are still areas where they can improve academically and get extra help. The student body is made up of 53% females and 47% males, and about 36% of them are considered to be economically disadvantaged. The school has a student body that is somewhat diverse, and it benefits from a lot of community involvement. Overall, Viking Elementary School has a structured and supportive learning environment with good class sizes, personalized instruction, and chances for students to do better in school.

Viking Elementary School is doing its best to keep its students healthy, active, and connected this season. This will help people feel warm and like they belong. The school talked about how important it is for kids to be safe and healthy on the way to school not too long ago. They told the kids to walk or ride their bikes as much as they could. Students are feeling better about starting their day with exercise and good energy because they are working with safety partners and doing things in the classroom that promote healthy habits. Both staff and families are happy that this way of doing things helps with health and making friends in the school community.

Q1. What makes the spirit of Viking Elementary different?

Ans A culture of support, pride, and working together among students and their families.

Q2. How does the school honor the work of its students?

Ans By holding events, showing off helpful actions, and giving awards.

Q3. What community events does Viking Elementary put on?

Ans Activities that include everyone and make connections between schools and neighborhoods stronger.

Q4. What does the school do to encourage good relationships?

Ans By working together, getting help from others, and doing fun things with friends.

Q5. What makes the school a nice place to be?

Ans Staff that are friendly, activities that require teamwork, and family involvement that is important.