The House Education Committee convened on March 11, 2025, at 8:55 AM, with Chairman Heinert leading the session. The committee members present included Vice Chair Schreiberbeck and Representatives Conmey, Hager, Huddlsted, Hauck, Heilman, Jonas, Longmeer, Mackie, Marshall, Wharton, Novak, and Osowski, confirming a quorum for the meeting.

The session began with a special introduction by Representative Novak, who welcomed Kinley Plinas, a freshman from Beulah High School. Kinley was shadowing Novak for the day, providing her with a firsthand experience of the legislative process. Novak shared that Kinley’s mother is a preschool teacher in Beulah, and her father works at the Coteau Mine with Novak's husband. The committee members greeted Kinley warmly, engaging in light-hearted conversation about her school day and the purpose of her visit.

Following the introductions, the committee proceeded with its agenda, although specific topics and discussions from the meeting were not detailed in the provided transcript. The session continued with the standard proceedings of the committee, focusing on educational matters pertinent to North Dakota.

In conclusion, the meeting highlighted the importance of student engagement in the legislative process, exemplified by Kinley’s presence. The committee's discussions are expected to address key educational issues in the state, with further details likely to emerge in subsequent sessions.