Rugby Job Development Authority

 Our mission is to stimulate economic growth, create job opportunities, and enhance the overall prosperity of the community. The JDA aims to attract new businesses, support the expansion of existing ones, and foster a skilled workforce through targeted development programs. By providing financial assistance, resources, and technical support, the JDA strives to create a robust and sustainable economic environment that benefits all members of the community. 

Rugby is home to three great schools—Ely Elementary, Little Flower Catholic School, and Rugby High School—providing quality education from K-12. Rugby High School was recently honored as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Secretary of Education for 2023. There are also plenty of extracurricular activities for students of all ages across these schools. 

Rugby High offers two unique programs: CO-OP and SILK. In the SILK program, students become teacher assistants after school, helping with things like grading or assisting in the classroom. The CO-OP program gives seniors the chance to attend school half the day and work the other half, allowing them to gain real-world experience while staying connected to their education. This partnership with local businesses has helped many seniors land great jobs and get a head start on their careers.  

This video on the left was researched, written and produced by the Rugby High School students in ND Studies Class. The focus of this project was to look at the history of Rugby's Downtown and how it plays into the idea of bringing back a vibrant downtown.

Rugby locals are incredibly friendly, supportive and are proud to call Rugby home. With the Rugby Community, it's easy to build friendships, relationships, and businesses. The community located in Rugby is well-known for being a close, safe, and caring place to grow families. There are various activities to do in Rugby and around the Rugby area, too! Rugby offers picnic gatherings, parks and playgrounds, and recreational sports inside and outside! Minot, Bottineau, and Devil's Lake are all cities within an hour away from Rugby offering colleges, malls, and attractions as well. We all see each other as family and would love to have you join us too! The people support local businesses, which explains our success in Rugby!