North Dakota offers a variety of support organizations for teachers. This page lists those resources as we identify them and may include national organizations or organizations from other states.

North Dakota Association for Gifted Childrenis an organization that offers workshops, book studies, and presentations that educate teachers and parents on the unique needs of gifted and talented students. Membership for this organization is open to all educators and parents. 

North Dakota Department of Public InstructionNorth Dakota Department of Public Instruction partners with schools and communities to provide a statewide system of excellent service and support to ensure a healthy school environment that fosters student success.

North Dakota Education Standards and Practices BoardAn independent board with the responsibility of teacher licensure, teacher education program approval, professional development and professional practices. As an independent board, no state dollars are received and the board carries out its duties funded by the licensure fees of the educators in North Dakota.

North Dakota United (formerly North Dakota Education Association)The combined membership of the NDEA and NDPEA provides lifetime services to all citizens of North Dakota. Combined membership includes K-12 teachers, ESP, Higher Education, state employees, county employees and municipal employees.  The two organizations share a common dedication to the improvement of the economic and professional well-being of members, as well as a dedication to public service and the improvement of the lives of the North Dakota citizens they service.