A Simle pre-paid yearbook can be ordered for $15 on MyPaymentsPlus by May 6th. Checks, by mail only at this time, must arrive at Simle Middle School by May 6th also. No cash sales at this time. Pre-paid yearbooks will be personalized with the student's first and last name. We will have a limited number of extra yearbooks printed.

If you are having problems with your Chromebook, please start here with this troubleshooting guide.

Chromebook Troubleshooting Guide

Important Information About BPS Chromebooks:

• BPS Responsible Use Policy & Caring for Devices: http://bit.ly/BPSRUP
• Please note that the connection to the internet outside of school buildings is not filtered by the
  district in any way, and it is the user’s responsibility to access internet resources appropriately.
• If you wish to clean your device, it is best to dampen a cloth instead of spraying liquids directly
  onto the device. Avoid pressing too firmly on the screens to prevent cracks and damage.
• Connecting to WIFI: http://bit.ly/CBWIFI
• Contacting Tech Support:
  • A support team will be actively monitoring and addressing voicemails and emails as they are received
    (responses may be delayed due to the volume of support requests)
  • Email: lhs_tech@bismarckschools.org
  • Form: http://bit.ly/BPSSupport3
  • Phone: 701-323-4875 (please leave a message)

Internet and Device Access:  BPS is working to provide access to district devices for families.  All BHS, CHS, and LHS students were issued a device that they should have with them.  Middle School student devices started to be distributed on 3/20/20 and will have additional opportunities communicated next week. SCHS, other highschoolers who do not have their device, and elementary students will also receive information on device access next week. 

We understand that having a device without having Internet has limited functionality. Plans for distance learning include both online and off-line options.  If your family does not have Internet access and would like to investigate options, see the list of providers below to contact them directly. 

BPS has enabled drive-up (Park and Learn) Internet access near all school district buildings. Our network names are “BPS-Student” on a Chromebook or “BPS-Guest”. We will work to improve this option and communicate additional options being determined by community partners.  If you use the Park and Learn option you must practice the advised safe social distancing of 6 feet from other users.

As we move towards distance learning, schools will work with families to problem solve and assist in ensuring access to learning materials and potential Internet access options.

Cyber security awareness: It is essential to consider cybersecurity and data privacy to minimize risks to students and educators. We must be aware of misinformation through unsafe links and tricks asking for login credentials, credit card information, and other personal details. If you are unsure about something or have questions please contact your school for more information.

Educators and technology staff will never ask for your login credentials via e-mail or threaten to turn off access to school accounts. For example, Park and Learn Internet access at BPS schools and other community access is a free resource. No purchasing information such as your credit card number will ever be needed.

All BPS messaging will be communicated through the Bismarck Schools website and our official email/text/voice messaging system.  If you are suspicious of the validity of any message you receive please call your school to verify.

Starting Monday, April 6: Some of the TIMES have changed because we now have 23 locations, so please review this NEW SCHEDULE!

No BPS meals April 10, 13 & 27: There will be NO to-go meals on Good Friday, April 10; Parent-Teacher Conference Day off on Monday, April 13; and the Possible Storm Make Up Day on Monday, April 27.

Bismarck-Mandan Area Resources

For Adopt-a-Block information, click here. The Banquet continues to serve to-go meals and distribute perishable food products. Click here for more details.

BPS has had many kind offers to help with student feeding. If you want to make a monetary donation to help feed students in need, go to https://www.bismarckschools.org/Page/3381 and follow the instructions listed. If you are not currently a MyPaymentsPlus user, you can set up an account! 

The Bismarck School Board election is Tuesday, June 9. The deadline to file to be a candidate in that election is Monday, April 6 at 4 pm. The required paperwork is shown below.

Statement of Candidacy
Statement of Interest
Election Calendar

Bismarck Public Schools will not have classes Friday, April 10 in observance of Good Friday and Monday, April 13 due to parent-teacher conference day off.

Bismarck Public Schools will not have classes Friday, April 10 in observance of Good Friday and Monday, April 13 due to parent-teacher conference day off. 

The Bismarck School Board will meet at 5:15 pm at the City-County Building at 221 N. 5th Street. The public is invited to attend the meeting or watch it LIVE on cable channel 2.