Aaniih Nakoda Lucky Charms 4-H Club Open House!
Winter Sports Athletic Handbook Meeting
**RESCHEDULED**
Monday, November 17, 2025
5:30 PM | HS Commons
All winter sports athletes and parents are required to attend this important meeting for the Hays/Lodgepole Schools Winter Sports season.
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Important Reminders
📋 **Athletic Handbooks** must be signed and returned **before practice begins**
🏥 **Physical Exams Required** - Each student athlete must have a current physical on file before they can begin any sport
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Questions or Concerns?
Contact:
**Gemma Mount, Athletic Director**
Hays/Lodgepole High School
📞 406-673-3120
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*Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. See you Monday evening!*
**RESCHEDULED**
Monday, November 17, 2025
5:30 PM | HS Commons
All winter sports athletes and parents are required to attend this important meeting for the Hays/Lodgepole Schools Winter Sports season.
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Important Reminders
📋 **Athletic Handbooks** must be signed and returned **before practice begins**
🏥 **Physical Exams Required** - Each student athlete must have a current physical on file before they can begin any sport
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Questions or Concerns?
Contact:
**Gemma Mount, Athletic Director**
Hays/Lodgepole High School
📞 406-673-3120
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*Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. See you Monday evening!*
Junior High Basketball Jamboree
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | Hays
Come support our Junior High basketball teams at this exciting jamboree featuring three schools competing throughout the day!
Game Schedule
**9:00 AM** - St Jude Girls vs HLP
**10:00 AM** - St Jude Boys vs HLP
**11:00 AM** - St Jude Girls vs Box Elder
**12:00 PM** - St Jude Boys vs Box Elder
**1:00 PM** - HLP Girls vs Box Elder
**2:00 PM** - HLP Boys vs Box Elder
Event Highlights
🏀 **6 exciting games** throughout the day
🍕 **Concessions** available, run by JH classes
🧁 **Travel Club Bake Sale**
🎯 **Pop Shoot-Out Competition**
**Setup begins at 8:00 AM** - volunteers welcome!
Don't miss this great day of basketball! Come cheer on our teams and enjoy some delicious treats while you're here.
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*See you at the gym on Saturday! GO THUNDERBIRDS!!
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | Hays
Come support our Junior High basketball teams at this exciting jamboree featuring three schools competing throughout the day!
Game Schedule
**9:00 AM** - St Jude Girls vs HLP
**10:00 AM** - St Jude Boys vs HLP
**11:00 AM** - St Jude Girls vs Box Elder
**12:00 PM** - St Jude Boys vs Box Elder
**1:00 PM** - HLP Girls vs Box Elder
**2:00 PM** - HLP Boys vs Box Elder
Event Highlights
🏀 **6 exciting games** throughout the day
🍕 **Concessions** available, run by JH classes
🧁 **Travel Club Bake Sale**
🎯 **Pop Shoot-Out Competition**
**Setup begins at 8:00 AM** - volunteers welcome!
Don't miss this great day of basketball! Come cheer on our teams and enjoy some delicious treats while you're here.
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*See you at the gym on Saturday! GO THUNDERBIRDS!!
📣 Announcement:
The Junior High Boys will have a make-up game tomorrow in Havre at St. Jude’s!
🕓 Game time: 4:30 PM
Come out and support the team! 🏀💪
Happy Veterans Day from Hays Lodgepole Schools!
Today we honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect our freedoms and inspire our students and community. We are deeply grateful for your service — today and every day. ❤️🤍💙
Today we honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect our freedoms and inspire our students and community. We are deeply grateful for your service — today and every day. ❤️🤍💙
Letter from 3rd Grade Class!!!
Join Our Thunderbird Team!
Drill Team & Cheer Advisor Wanted at Hays LodgePole School
Are you passionate about dance, cheer, teamwork, and inspiring young people?
Hays LodgePole School is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead our drill team and cheer programs! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students while sharing your love of performance, precision dance, and school spirit.
What You'll Do:
Coach and mentor students in drill team routines, cheer techniques, and performances
Choreograph exciting performances and lead spirited cheers for school events, games, and competitions
Build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills in our students
Create a positive, supportive environment where every team member can shine
Organize practices and coordinate with school activities
Foster school spirit and community pride
What We're Looking For:
Someone with dance, drill team, cheer, or performance experience (we'll work with you!)
A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for working with students
Strong communication and organizational skills
Commitment to creating an inclusive, encouraging team culture
Background check required
Why Join Us?
Be part of a close-knit school community where you can truly make a difference! Watch students grow in confidence, skill, and camaraderie while building something special together.
Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Visit the Hays LodgePole School website to submit your application
Contact Jessica Stiffarm for more information:
Email: jstiffarm@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
Phone: 406-673-3120
Drill Team & Cheer Advisor Wanted at Hays LodgePole School
Are you passionate about dance, cheer, teamwork, and inspiring young people?
Hays LodgePole School is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead our drill team and cheer programs! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students while sharing your love of performance, precision dance, and school spirit.
What You'll Do:
Coach and mentor students in drill team routines, cheer techniques, and performances
Choreograph exciting performances and lead spirited cheers for school events, games, and competitions
Build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills in our students
Create a positive, supportive environment where every team member can shine
Organize practices and coordinate with school activities
Foster school spirit and community pride
What We're Looking For:
Someone with dance, drill team, cheer, or performance experience (we'll work with you!)
A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for working with students
Strong communication and organizational skills
Commitment to creating an inclusive, encouraging team culture
Background check required
Why Join Us?
Be part of a close-knit school community where you can truly make a difference! Watch students grow in confidence, skill, and camaraderie while building something special together.
Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Visit the Hays LodgePole School website to submit your application
Contact Jessica Stiffarm for more information:
Email: jstiffarm@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
Phone: 406-673-3120
Thunderbird Weekly Schedule 11-10 through 11-15
Letter from High School Prinicpal, Jessica Cochran.
November 6, 2025
Thank You of Appreciation
Lodgepole Elementary School would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to the anonymous donor who provided snack bags for our students. Your generous gift brought smiles and joy to our children and reminded them of the kindness that exists within our community.
Your thoughtfulness and generosity are truly appreciated. Thank you for caring about our students and for making a positive difference in their day.
With sincere gratitude,
Ms. Robyn Hawk
Lodgepole Elementary School
Thank You of Appreciation
Lodgepole Elementary School would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to the anonymous donor who provided snack bags for our students. Your generous gift brought smiles and joy to our children and reminded them of the kindness that exists within our community.
Your thoughtfulness and generosity are truly appreciated. Thank you for caring about our students and for making a positive difference in their day.
With sincere gratitude,
Ms. Robyn Hawk
Lodgepole Elementary School
🎓⚡ THUNDERBIRD PRIDE! ⚡🎓
Congratulations to all of our Hays Lodgepole students who made the Honor Roll!
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have paid off. We are so proud of each and every one of you for this outstanding achievement!
Keep soaring high, Thunderbirds!
#ThunderbirdPride #HonorRoll #HaysLodgepole #AcademicExcellence
Congratulations to all of our Hays Lodgepole students who made the Honor Roll!
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have paid off. We are so proud of each and every one of you for this outstanding achievement!
Keep soaring high, Thunderbirds!
#ThunderbirdPride #HonorRoll #HaysLodgepole #AcademicExcellence
Attention GRADE SCHOOL!!!
Bullying Prevention Week Dress up Schedule!!!
HLP High School Student Council is seeking the names and information of our local veterans! They will be assembling care packages, cards, and other items to deliver in honor of their service.
If you know a veteran you’d like to recognize, please reach out to Shonda Vielle or Tuffy Helgeson with their information (name, branch of service, years served, etc.).
📧 svielle@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
📧 khelgeson@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
Thank you for helping us honor our local veterans!
If you know a veteran you’d like to recognize, please reach out to Shonda Vielle or Tuffy Helgeson with their information (name, branch of service, years served, etc.).
📧 svielle@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
📧 khelgeson@hlpschools.k12.mt.us
Thank you for helping us honor our local veterans!
Winter Sports Are Almost Here! ❄️🏀
Athletic Handbook Meeting
Hey Hays/Lodgepole Families!
We're so excited that winter sports season is just around the corner! Before we hit the court and get the season started, we need to gather for an important meeting.
Meeting Details:
📅 **When:** Wednesday, November 12, 2025
🕕 **Time:** 6:00 PM
📍 **Where:** Hays Lodgepole School
Who Needs to Attend?
This meeting is **required** for all student athletes & parent/guardians!
**Questions?** Feel free to reach out to the school office.
**Go Thunderbirds!**
Elementary Calendar for November!
November 11, 2025 ALL Veterans are invited to come have a meal to honor you!l!!
Thunderbird Weekly Schedule! GO THUNDERBIRDS!
Reminder!
Hays Lodge Pole Schools -- Strategic Planning Survey -- All Stakeholders
Hello Thunderbird Community,
The Hays Lodge Pole Public School Board of Trustees and Staff Leadership Team are currently embarking on an exciting journey to shape the future of our public schools. We invite all stakeholders—including board members, staff, parents, and community members—to actively participate in our strategic planning process. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as they will help us understand our strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth. To ensure every voice is heard, we have created this online survey designed to gather your thoughts and ideas. Together, we can create a roadmap for the success of our community public school fostering an excellent educational environment that meets the needs of each student.
The Strategic Planning meeting is set for November 6 at 6 pm at the High School.
Please take a few moments to share your input; your feedback will be instrumental in guiding our strategic planning process.
Thank you for being an essential part of this collaborative effort!
Survey:
Use this linked survey or copy and paste below.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLPStratPlan
Hays Lodge Pole Schools -- Strategic Planning Survey -- All Stakeholders
Hello Thunderbird Community,
The Hays Lodge Pole Public School Board of Trustees and Staff Leadership Team are currently embarking on an exciting journey to shape the future of our public schools. We invite all stakeholders—including board members, staff, parents, and community members—to actively participate in our strategic planning process. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as they will help us understand our strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth. To ensure every voice is heard, we have created this online survey designed to gather your thoughts and ideas. Together, we can create a roadmap for the success of our community public school fostering an excellent educational environment that meets the needs of each student.
The Strategic Planning meeting is set for November 6 at 6 pm at the High School.
Please take a few moments to share your input; your feedback will be instrumental in guiding our strategic planning process.
Thank you for being an essential part of this collaborative effort!
Survey:
Use this linked survey or copy and paste below.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLPStratPlan
🍎 HLP High School Food Pantry
Our school is proud to offer a Food Pantry to support students and families in need. The pantry provides access to a variety of food items and essentials, helping ensure that no student goes without. Please remember the following guidelines and procedures when accessing the food pantry. To access the food pantry please contact the front office of the High School for an appointment at 406-673-3120.
Food Pantry Guidelines
To make sure everyone in our community gets what they need, please follow these simple rules:
Take only what you need so there is enough for all families.
One visit per week (unless otherwise approved).
Follow item limits posted on shelves or shared by staff.
Be respectful to volunteers and others waiting in line.
No saving places or taking items for others who aren’t present.
Check expiration dates and only take items you will use.
Clean up after yourself and return carts or baskets.
Item Limits (per household, per visit)
Canned Goods:
Up to 6–8 cans total (mix of soup, vegetables, fruit, beans, etc.)
Boxed or Dry Goods:
Up to 3 items (mac & cheese, pasta, rice, cereal, etc.)
Protein Items:
Up to 2 items (canned meat, tuna, peanut butter, etc.)
Snacks or Miscellaneous Items:
1–2 items
Thank you for helping us keep the pantry fair and welcoming for everyone! 💛 If you would like to donate to the food pantry, we take items that are canned, boxed, bagged and non-perishable.
Our school is proud to offer a Food Pantry to support students and families in need. The pantry provides access to a variety of food items and essentials, helping ensure that no student goes without. Please remember the following guidelines and procedures when accessing the food pantry. To access the food pantry please contact the front office of the High School for an appointment at 406-673-3120.
Food Pantry Guidelines
To make sure everyone in our community gets what they need, please follow these simple rules:
Take only what you need so there is enough for all families.
One visit per week (unless otherwise approved).
Follow item limits posted on shelves or shared by staff.
Be respectful to volunteers and others waiting in line.
No saving places or taking items for others who aren’t present.
Check expiration dates and only take items you will use.
Clean up after yourself and return carts or baskets.
Item Limits (per household, per visit)
Canned Goods:
Up to 6–8 cans total (mix of soup, vegetables, fruit, beans, etc.)
Boxed or Dry Goods:
Up to 3 items (mac & cheese, pasta, rice, cereal, etc.)
Protein Items:
Up to 2 items (canned meat, tuna, peanut butter, etc.)
Snacks or Miscellaneous Items:
1–2 items
Thank you for helping us keep the pantry fair and welcoming for everyone! 💛 If you would like to donate to the food pantry, we take items that are canned, boxed, bagged and non-perishable.
Helping Students Learn!
Monthly tips families can use to help students do better in school.
Monthly tips families can use to help students do better in school.
