Congratulations to all these wonderful musicians on a successful State Music competition this past Saturday! We had eight qualifiers who attended this year with six of them receiving star ratings (superior performances).

Solos:
Alexis Laparra - ⭐
Sidney Enerson - ⭐
Serafina Beehler - ⭐

Ensembles:
Ash Grove - ⭐ (Alexis & Alycia Laparra)
My Wild Irish Rose - ⭐ (Sidney Enerson & River Nardacci)
Integrity - ⭐ (Nora McDonald, Sidney Enerson, Alexis & Alycia Laparra)
Scottish Bobber - 1 (Serafina Beehler & Alexis Laparra)
Sonata No. 1 - 1 (Alexis Laparra & Sidney Enerson)

Thank you to all the friends, families, and supporters of these amazing musicians for encouraging and giving them your unconditional support!

5 months ago, Arik Napoles
State Music Competition in Bismarck
The 3rd Annual Lyne Enget Memorial Golf Scramble!! Come out and enjoy a fun filled day on the course while supporting the Blue Jay Football Team!! To sign up, sponsor, or if you have any questions reach out to any football coach, or coach Lorenz. jaxton.lorenz1@k12.nd.us
5 months ago, Mr. Lorenz
golf scramble flyer
The community is invited to attend a combined activities night featuring Drama, FBLA, FCCLA, Speech, and National Honor Society this Sunday at 4:00 PM. Student achievements will be recognized, followed by dessert.
5 months ago, Kendra Evensvold
Activities Night
Mr. Hellman’s 4th grade had been working on financial literacy in math. The class has been learning about needs vs wants, saving money, budgeting money, using a checkbook and debit card and other important financial life skills. Today the class got to make and decorate their very own checkbook for use in the classroom. Huge shout out to BNC for donating the checkbook registers!
5 months ago, Jacob Hellman
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We are so proud of our 3rd - 6th grade students who represented our school at the recent Math Meet in Burlington!

Individual highlights:
Russell Williams (3rd grade) - 2nd place
Marcus Beehler (6th grade) - 3rd place
Nolan Fjeldahl (3rd grade) - 5th place

Team highlights:
6th grade - 2nd place
5 months ago, Jasmynn Halvorson
math meet students
The Jacob Hynek memorial T-shirts are ready for pick up! Please pick up in the front entryway of the High School.
5 months ago, Camie Anderson
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State Music bags are set up in the teacher workroom at the high school. Good luck to these talented students. Let's fill their bags!!
5 months ago, Camie Anderson
state music
Tonight’s the night!
⏰Free Will Soup Supper - 5:00-6:30pm
⏰Games - 7pm
📍Stanley High School
🎟️$10 in Advance or $15 at the door (5 and under are free)
5 months ago, Stanley FFA
Donkey Basketball
💙 Join Us for the 2nd Annual Jacob Hynek Twilight Meet 💙

**********PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF START TIME!!!!*************** On May 1 at 5:00 PM, we invite our community to come together for a special evening of track & field as we honor Jacob Hynek’s legacy.

One of Jacob’s final wishes was to continue raising money to support those battling childhood cancer. This year, we are proud to donate to Brave the Shave, an organization that is incredibly meaningful to the Hynek family.

🏃‍♀️ Event: 2nd Annual Jacob Hynek Memorial Twilight Meet
📍 Location: High School Track
🕕 Time: 5:00 PM

💛 How You Can Help:
• Scan the QR code to donate
• Drop off donations at the high school office
• Come support and be part of something bigger than the sport

Let’s pack the stands, honor Jacob, and make a difference together.

#RunForJacob #BraveTheShave #CommunityStrong
5 months ago, Sarah Sorenson
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Congratulations to Stanley Speech on a successful State Speech weekend! Seven Speechies made it to State this year. Erika Littlefield placed 4th in Radio, Erika Littlefield and Lizzie Nelson received a Superior Mention in Serious Duo, and Ashley Ellis and Lizzie Nelson received a Superior Mention in Humorous Duo. All of our State Speechies did amazing! Thank you to our Speech Families and Supporters for your encouragement and well wishes.
5 months ago, Amanda Hinkle
state speech
Our Ornithology class had an unforgettable early morning adventure at the Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge! We left at 5:30 AM to make sure we were quietly settled into the blind—minimizing disturbance and maximizing our chance to witness one of nature’s most incredible displays. Students observed a Sharp-tailed Grouse lek in full swing, watching males “roomba-ing” around the dance floor before bursting into energetic displays when a female arrived. (Fun fact: these springtime dances are part of a courtship ritual where males compete to attract mates!) We were also entertained by a mischievous Common Raven who kept things interesting by flushing the lek—but the determined grouse always made their way back to continue the show! Once the cold set in, we warmed up with a drive to Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge, where students added an impressive 35 bird species to our class checklist. It was truly a fantastic day of learning, observation, and appreciation for North Dakota’s incredible wildlife. A big thank you to Seth Owens from Pheasants Forever and Lostwood biologist Marissa Haase for joining us and sharing their expertise! Seth has recently filmed and released with Project Upland, "Dancing at Sunrise". If you're interested in learning more about the ancient mating dance please watch! Dancing at Sunrise - A Sharp-tailed Grouse Film https://share.google/MCS7zNMK3vTS5ikVZ #Ornithology #FieldExperience #NorthDakotaWildlife #HandsOnLearning #SharpTailedGrouse
5 months ago, Stanley Public Schools
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close-up of a sharp tailed grouse dancing
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map of where to find the grouse dancing grounds
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A dark picture of kids sitting in a blind, waiting for the grouse to come dance on the dancing grounds
The softball game today is postponed to a later date.
5 months ago, Cross-Country
State Speech bags are set up in the workroom at the High School! Let's fill their bags! Good Luck kids!
5 months ago, Camie Anderson
State Speech
March Students of the Month- Congratulations on your hard work and positive attitudes. This recognition is well-deserved.
5 months ago, Paula Brown
Paula.Brown@k12.nd.us
💙 Join Us for the 2nd Annual Jacob Hynek Twilight Meet 💙

On May 1 at 6:00 PM, we invite our community to come together for a special evening of track & field as we honor Jacob Hynek’s legacy.

One of Jacob’s final wishes was to continue raising money to support those battling childhood cancer. This year, we are proud to donate to Brave the Shave, an organization that is incredibly meaningful to the Hynek family.

🏃‍♀️ Event: 2nd Annual Jacob Hynek Memorial Twilight Meet
📍 Location: High School Track
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM

💛 How You Can Help:
• Scan the QR code to donate
• Drop off donations at the high school office
• Come support and be part of something bigger than the sport

Let’s pack the stands, honor Jacob, and make a difference together.

#RunForJacob #BraveTheShave #CommunityStrong
5 months ago, Sarah Sorenson
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Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, April 22nd, for Teacher Professional Development.

5 months ago, Paula Brown
The Plot Twisters, comprised of Linnaya Halvorson, Hailey Goethe, Sophie Stafslien, Eli Taylor, and Charley Reum placed third in the State Battle of the Books competition.
5 months ago, Elementary Library
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Prom is here! 🗽✨ Join us for New York, New York—see details below and get ready for a great weekend!
5 months ago, Camie Anderson
Prom 2026
Mr. Brence was able to hand out some treats courtesy of McDonalds. Some garbage was left on our playground from the game the night before, but when Brence had time to pick up the garbage after his morning duties, he was surprised to find everything had been cleaned up. In order to thank the students he went to McDonalds to get them all treats, but they graciously decided to donate free Happy Meals to all of the students involved. Thank you McDonalds and great job Blue Jays.
5 months ago, Brooks Stafslien
Students getting a treat.