Consolidation in Great Plains Schools Divides Communit ies
A North Dakota study of eight communities shows mixed effects from merging districts 1987 to 1993. Students gain social and academic benefits with broader offerings while host and vacated towns lose retail activity and participation. overall satisfaction shifts modestly, with stronger gains for student welfare and community energy in some cases.
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Randall Sell
F. Larry Leistriz
JoAnn Thompson
Department of Agricultural Economics
North Dakota State University
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Gossip Town Poem by Rev. E.H. Shelvey
A reflective poem about Gossip Town on Falsehood Bay. Dame Rumour, Madam Suspicious Remark, and Slander's Row illustrate how rumors and jealousy derail peace. The speaker warns of a steep path to regret and notes forgiveness is possible, though damage lingers.
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Falsehood Bay
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