Reminder of Annual School Board Election!
🎉 Dr. Seuss Read a Book Week is Coming! 🎉
Next week, we're celebrating Dr. Seuss Read a Book Week at the elementary school! 📚
Join us as we honor the magic of reading and the beloved stories of Dr. Seuss. Students are encouraged to pick up a favorite Dr. Seuss book, share it with family, and let their imaginations run wild!
DRESS UP DAY FOR EACH DAY NEXT WEEK!! Monday March 2-5, 2026
"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." – Dr. Seuss
Stay tuned for more details about activities and fun happening throughout the week. We can't wait to celebrate a love of reading with your students! 🐟🎩
Next week, we're celebrating Dr. Seuss Read a Book Week at the elementary school! 📚
Join us as we honor the magic of reading and the beloved stories of Dr. Seuss. Students are encouraged to pick up a favorite Dr. Seuss book, share it with family, and let their imaginations run wild!
DRESS UP DAY FOR EACH DAY NEXT WEEK!! Monday March 2-5, 2026
"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." – Dr. Seuss
Stay tuned for more details about activities and fun happening throughout the week. We can't wait to celebrate a love of reading with your students! 🐟🎩
Drill team pictures have arrived here at the High school and they can be picked up anytime before 5:00pm.
Drill team pictures have arrived here at the High school and they can be picked up anytime before 5:00pm.
🎉 Congratulations to our Elementary January Students of the Month! 🎉
We are so proud to recognize this outstanding students for their hard work, dedication, and achievement. Today we celebrated with a special luncheon in their honor — they truly deserve it! Keep shining! ⭐
#StudentOfTheMonth #JanuaryHonors #ProudOfYou
We are so proud to recognize this outstanding students for their hard work, dedication, and achievement. Today we celebrated with a special luncheon in their honor — they truly deserve it! Keep shining! ⭐
#StudentOfTheMonth #JanuaryHonors #ProudOfYou
Thunderbird Weekly Schedule 2.23 - 2.28 GO THUNDERBIRDS!!
Senior Higher Education & FAFSA Night
Tuesday, February 24, 2025 | 5:30 PM Business Lab
Seniors and their families are invited to attend our Higher Education & FAFSA Night on Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 PM.
Johnathan Walker will be present to assist seniors with completing their higher education applications. Morgan Johnson from Aaniiih Nakoda College (ANC) will also be here to host a Family FAFSA Night and provide support with FAFSA completion.
🍽️ Food will be provided.
🎁 Students who complete their applications will receive gift cards.
We encourage all seniors and their families to attend and take advantage of this opportunity for hands-on support with college and financial aid applications.
Monday, February 23
📚 Dress as a Book Character
Tuesday, February 24
👕 Dress in an Outfit Inspired by a Book
Wednesday, February 25
🛋️ Comfortable Reading Day
Students may wear pajamas or sweats—anything comfortable to read in.
Thursday, February 26
🌍 Read Your Culture Day
Students and staff are encouraged to represent a story, author, or tradition connected to their culture. On this day, we will also host a guest speaker who will share stories with groups of students.
Throughout the week, English/ELA teachers will carve out designated time for sustained reading in class. Students who actively participate in reading during the week will earn a reward on Thursday, February 26 in the afternoon, which will include either:
Gym time to play ball, or
Chill time in the library
Jessica Cochran
Principal HLP High School
406-673-3120
Thunderbird Family,
After careful consideration, school will be canceled on Friday, February 20 so that our students, staff, and families may support our teams competing in the district basketball tournaments.
We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes and the hard work they have put in throughout the season. This is an opportunity for our school and community to come together and show strong Thunderbird support.
The make-up day will be determined at a later date and communicated once finalized.
I hope to see many of you there cheering on our teams and representing Hays Lodgepole with pride. Go Thunderbirds!
Thank you all for your continued commitment to our students.
Hays Lodgepole Schools
After careful consideration, school will be canceled on Friday, February 20 so that our students, staff, and families may support our teams competing in the district basketball tournaments.
We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes and the hard work they have put in throughout the season. This is an opportunity for our school and community to come together and show strong Thunderbird support.
The make-up day will be determined at a later date and communicated once finalized.
I hope to see many of you there cheering on our teams and representing Hays Lodgepole with pride. Go Thunderbirds!
Thank you all for your continued commitment to our students.
Hays Lodgepole Schools
🏀 5th/6th Grade Basketball is almost here!
Basketball season kicks off this Monday, February 23rd at 4:00 PM at Lodgepole Elementary! Boys and girls will practice together on Monday, and a full practice schedule will be available that afternoon. The game schedule will also be posted on Monday — stay tuned!
If you have any questions, please reach out to AD Gemma Mount at 📞 406-673-3120.
See you on the court! 🏀
Basketball season kicks off this Monday, February 23rd at 4:00 PM at Lodgepole Elementary! Boys and girls will practice together on Monday, and a full practice schedule will be available that afternoon. The game schedule will also be posted on Monday — stay tuned!
If you have any questions, please reach out to AD Gemma Mount at 📞 406-673-3120.
See you on the court! 🏀
🎉 Attendance Shout-Out – Quarter 2 (2025–2026 School Year) 🎉
We would like to give a HUGE congratulations to the following students for achieving 95% or better attendance during Quarter 2! We are especially proud of these students and their families for the hard work and commitment it takes to be here every day, ready to learn. Your dedication is helping increase our overall attendance rates and strengthens our entire school community.
👏 7th Grade
Shayde Blount
Chasin Crantz
Mason P. Doney
Khloe Gonzales
Gunner Liese
Maurice Nacotee, Jr.
Cherish Snell
👏 8th Grade
Keaton “KJ” Fetter
Chevelle Messerly
👏 9th Grade
Kayle Turns Plenty
👏 10th Grade
Kandy Liese
Landon Shambo
👏 11th Grade
Xavier Schildt
👏 12th Grade
Taylee Messerly
Kelcie Mount
Axel Swan
Jayvan Werk
⭐ Special Recognition: Jayvan Werk achieved an outstanding 100% attendance for Quarter 2! What an incredible accomplishment!
Keep up the great work — showing up matters, and you are setting the standard for responsibility, resilience, and commitment. We are proud of you!
Jessica Cochran
Principal HLP High School
406-673-3120
We would like to give a HUGE congratulations to the following students for achieving 95% or better attendance during Quarter 2! We are especially proud of these students and their families for the hard work and commitment it takes to be here every day, ready to learn. Your dedication is helping increase our overall attendance rates and strengthens our entire school community.
👏 7th Grade
Shayde Blount
Chasin Crantz
Mason P. Doney
Khloe Gonzales
Gunner Liese
Maurice Nacotee, Jr.
Cherish Snell
👏 8th Grade
Keaton “KJ” Fetter
Chevelle Messerly
👏 9th Grade
Kayle Turns Plenty
👏 10th Grade
Kandy Liese
Landon Shambo
👏 11th Grade
Xavier Schildt
👏 12th Grade
Taylee Messerly
Kelcie Mount
Axel Swan
Jayvan Werk
⭐ Special Recognition: Jayvan Werk achieved an outstanding 100% attendance for Quarter 2! What an incredible accomplishment!
Keep up the great work — showing up matters, and you are setting the standard for responsibility, resilience, and commitment. We are proud of you!
Jessica Cochran
Principal HLP High School
406-673-3120
Blaine County Election Notice - Precinct 15 Polling location change!
📢 Important Update!
Due to the inclement weather and forecasted conditions moving in this evening, we have made the decision to cancel tonight's Strategic Planning event. Your safety is our top priority, and we want to make sure everyone gets home safely!
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We will be in touch soon with updated dates and details.
Stay warm and stay safe out there! 🌨️
Due to the inclement weather and forecasted conditions moving in this evening, we have made the decision to cancel tonight's Strategic Planning event. Your safety is our top priority, and we want to make sure everyone gets home safely!
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We will be in touch soon with updated dates and details.
Stay warm and stay safe out there! 🌨️
9-C Tournament Brackets!!!
🏀⚡ GAME DAY THUNDERBIRDS! ⚡🏀
Come out and support your HLP Thunderbirds THIS THURSDAY, February 19th!
🔵 Boys take on the Dodson Coyotes @ 4:00 PM
🔵 Girls face off against the Big Sandy Pioneers @ 7:00 PM
Let's pack the gym and make some NOISE! 📣 Go Thunderbirds!
Thunderbird Weekly Schedule 2.16 to 2.21! GO THUNDERBIRDS!!
📣 Hays Lodgepole Thunderbirds DRILL TEAM Announcement 📣
NO PRACTICE TODAY (Wednesday, February 11th)
Practice: Thursday, 5:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday Performance: During varsity boys' halftime
Games at 4:00pm and 5:30pm
This is our LAST performance of the season! 🎉
Important Reminders:
Parents/Guardians must attend with students and remain until a coach is available after the boys' game starts
Students should wear their white Thunderbird shirt and black pants
Let's finish the season strong! GO THUNDERBIRDS! 🏀⚡
🏀 DISTRICT 9C BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT TICKETS AVAILABLE! 🏀
We have reserved tickets for sale:
🎟️ Adult Passes: $30
🎟️ Student Passes: $25
💵 CASH ONLY
⏰ Deadline: Thursday at 4:00 PM
Please see Gemma Mount, Athletic Director, to purchase your tickets.
Don't miss out on the action!
We have reserved tickets for sale:
🎟️ Adult Passes: $30
🎟️ Student Passes: $25
💵 CASH ONLY
⏰ Deadline: Thursday at 4:00 PM
Please see Gemma Mount, Athletic Director, to purchase your tickets.
Don't miss out on the action!
Hays LodgePole Schools - Important Schedule Reminder
Hello Hays LodgePole families,
This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming school schedule:
Monday, February 16th - NO SCHOOL
There will be no school on Monday in observance of Presidents Day. All students and staff will have the day off.
Friday, February 20th - SCHOOL IS IN SESSION
Please note that students WILL have school on Friday, February 20th. This is a regular school day, so please make sure your students are in attendance.
If you have any questions or concerns about the school schedule, please don't hesitate to contact us at 406-673-3120.
Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to seeing our students back in class!
Hays LodgePole Schools
Hello Hays LodgePole families,
This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming school schedule:
Monday, February 16th - NO SCHOOL
There will be no school on Monday in observance of Presidents Day. All students and staff will have the day off.
Friday, February 20th - SCHOOL IS IN SESSION
Please note that students WILL have school on Friday, February 20th. This is a regular school day, so please make sure your students are in attendance.
If you have any questions or concerns about the school schedule, please don't hesitate to contact us at 406-673-3120.
Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to seeing our students back in class!
Hays LodgePole Schools
🏀 THUNDERBIRD WEEKLY SCHEDULE 🏀 February 9-14, 2026
PRACTICE SCHEDULE: 🏀 HS Girls Basketball: 4:30-6:30pm 🏀 HS Boys Basketball: 6:30-8:30pm 📣 Cheerleading: 6:30pm (HS Library) 💃 Drill Team: 5:00-6:00pm
GAMES THIS WEEK:
Tuesday, 2/10 - HOME vs Harlem Girls Varsity: 6:00pm Boys Varsity: 7:30pm Seniors: concessions, 50/50 Juniors: pop shoot, cake raffle
Friday, 2/13 - AWAY vs Dodson Girls Varsity: 5:00pm Boys Varsity: 6:30pm 🚌 Departure: 1:30pm
Saturday, 2/14 - HOME SENIOR DAY vs North Star ❤️ Girls Varsity: 4:00pm Boys Varsity: 5:30pm 🎁 Giveaways: 10:00am in the gym 👨👩👧👦 Senior families arrive: 9:00am 🎓 Senior walk-outs with families before girls game - line up at 3:45pm Juniors: concessions, pop shoot Seniors: 50/50 Sophomores: cake raffle
Come out and support our Thunderbirds!
#ThunderbirdPride #SeniorNight #HSBasketball
Strategic Planning !!!
Free Bingo!!!
