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Cover Story
Napoleon’s Brian Schneider Named 2027 North Dakota Teacher of the Year
After four decades in education, Napoleon agricultural education teacher Brian Schneider has earned North Dakota’s highest teaching honor. Meet Schneider and fellow finalists Dustin Moe, Jennifer Nokes and Teresa Olson — all NDU members whose work reflects a shared belief in their students’ potential.
Member Spotlight
How Award-Winning Teacher Landen Schmeichel Brings History’s Big Ideas to Life
In Landen Schmeichel’s classroom at Bismarck’s Legacy High School, history becomes a way to question, reason and understand the world. Meet the 2025 North Dakota History Teacher of the Year and learn how his commitment to students connects with his advocacy for educators and strong public schools.
Feature Article
Mike Geiermann Retires After Nearly 40 Years of Standing Up for Members
For nearly 40 years, attorney Mike Geiermann stood beside North Dakota educators and public employees when their rights, livelihoods and dignity were at stake. As he retires, he reflects on the members and cases that shaped his career, while successor Kylie Oversen carries that advocacy forward.
NDU & You
NDU Foundation Awards $85,000 in Scholarships and Grants
The NDU Foundation is investing in North Dakota’s future with $85,000 in scholarships and grants for educators, public servants and students. Meet this year’s recipients and see how these awards support college degrees, professional growth, classroom projects and new opportunities for learning.
NDU & You
Rising Health Insurance Costs Squeeze North Dakota Schools and Employees
An NDU review of 16 North Dakota school districts found employee health insurance budgets averaging $7.54 million and employee premiums rising an average of 25.6% from 2021 to 2026. Explore what those costs mean for school resources, employees’ paychecks and efforts to recruit and retain staff.
Special Sections
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NDU & YouYour North Dakota United membership connects you with workplace support, professional development, scholarships, everyday savings and opportunities to make your voice heard. Explore the resources available to you—and how standing together with fellow educators and public employees strengthens your profession and your community.
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NDU In ActionNDU members gathered in Bismarck and West Fargo for the 2026 Summer Leadership and Advocacy Summit to strengthen their skills and connect with fellow leaders. Training covered organizing, communication, governance and advocacy, while participants also reached out to voters about the universal school meals ballot measure.
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Get InvolvedA new NDU Foundation license plate will give North Dakotans a way to show their pride while supporting educational and professional opportunities. Plates start at $25 annually, with proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s work. Learn whom to contact to get a plate of your own.
Departments
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President's PostFrom classrooms and college campuses to highways and courthouses, NDU members provide the services North Dakotans depend on every day. President Nick Archuleta welcomes a new school year by celebrating educators and public employees — and the strength they share through their union.
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PerspectivesFrom classrooms and college campuses to highways and courthouses, NDU members provide the services North Dakotans depend on every day. President Nick Archuleta welcomes a new school year by celebrating educators and public employees—and the strength they share through their union.
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News & NotesNorth Dakota voters have an opportunity to make school meals available to every K–12 student through Measure 2. Learn how universal school meals would support families and students, pledge your support and find ways to help spread the word.
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News & NotesEducation support professionals help keep our schools safe, welcoming and ready for learning. Recognize an exceptional colleague by nominating them for North Dakota United’s ESP of the Year award. Nominations are open Oct. 1 through Dec. 1, 2026, and nominees must be NDU members.
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