Hays Lodgepole School District

Hays Lodgepole Elementary track and field day will be tomorrow Wednesday May 14th starting at 8:20am with the 5th and 6th grade classes then grades K-4 starting at 9:45am. This will go on rain or shine, please dress students appropriately and pack extra layers in case cooler weather. This event will be from 8:20am-11:10am. Student of the month lunch at 11:15am and 5/6 students will depart for trip. Any questions please call the Elementary at 406-673-3220 for any questions. We look forward to a fun day for the students, staff and community.

On May 8th we sent home permission slips with each student7-12. For the Diabetes prevention program, they will be here on May 14th from 9am- 4pm. If you can please send this permission slip back with your student. The Diabetes team needs parent or guardian permission to check students blood with the needle poke. If you have any questions or concerns please call the school @ (406)673-3120.

Thunderbirds weekly schedule: May 12-May 17, 2025. Tuesday 5/13: 7-12 fun day 2:00pm. Wednesday 5/15: Elem Field day in Lodgepole 8:15am. High School track will depart at 3:00pm for Divisional meet in Great Falls, MT Thursday and Friday 5/15-5/16 is the Northern C Divisional meet. Saturday 5/17: Senior Class Graduation 1:00pm the High school gym.

Grades 7-12 honor roll is just now leaving Billings 4:00pm. Should be home about 6:45pm. Monday May 12th.

2nd Grade & 6th Grade Sleeping Buffalo Field Trip!

Positions open at Hays LodgePole Schools!

Elementary Happenings This WEEK!!! May 13 - Tuesday: Kindergarden & 1 st grade Field trip to the Mission Canyon they depart @ 8:30a.m! Please dress children appropriately for the weather! May 14 - Wednesday: Student of the Month Lunch @ the Elementary! FIELD DAY!!! Starts @ 8:15a.m. 5&6th Grade will depart for APR Camp @ 11a.m. May 15- Thursday: 3 & 4th Field trip to Lava Island ( Billings) Departure time 6:30a.m. Return time approximatley 3:30p.m May 16- Friday: 5 & 6th Grade will be returning from APR camp approximately 1-2:00p.m. May 22-Thursday: Last oDay of School Picnic!! If you have any question or concerns please contact the Elementary School @ (406)673-3220.

Revised schedule for JH district meet Saturday May 10th in Havre at the Middle school track. Depart Hays 6:30am. Field events start at 9:00am, track events 10:00am and will run through concurrently.

Hays Lodgepole Schools Unofficial School Trustee Election Results: Trustee 3 year term: Carl Doney -98 Jay W. Mount -80 Melissa Shambo -66 Trustee 1 year term: Kelly Cole -73 Thomas Molina -35 Charles O. McConnell -22 Sage HorseCapture - 15

Grades 7-12 honor roll trip will be Monday- May 12, 2025. Departing the school at 7:00am to Billings, MT. Returning Approximately by 6:00pm. Permission forms were sent home. Any further questions please call the high school at 406-673-3120.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! To our amazing teachers: thank you for your dedication, creativity, and heart. You show up every day to inspire, support, and empower our students—and it does not go unnoticed. You are the heart of our school, and we are so grateful for all that you do!

REMINDER!!!! SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION TODAY!!! REMEMBER TO VOTE TODAY!! LOCATIONS: HAYS SCHOOL LIBRARY & LODGEPOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LIBRARY!! TIME: 12:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.

JH/HS track pictures Tuesday 5/6/25 at 3:00pm starting with HS then JH. Packets will be available.

High School Student Pantry – Available for Homeless Youth We want to remind our school community that the High School Pantry is stocked and available to support our homeless students. We have food, hygiene products, bedding, clothing, and more ready for those in need. According to the McKinney-Vento definition, a student is considered homeless if they do not have fixed, adequate, or regular shelter. This includes children and youth who are: Living with other families due to loss of housing or economic hardship, Staying in shelters, motels, or campgrounds, Living in cars, parks, or other inadequate accommodations (homes without running water, broken windows, etc.) If this describes your situation or someone you know, please don’t hesitate to come to the high school pantry. Students are welcome to select the items they need, and if transportation is a barrier, we will arrange delivery. All visits to the pantry are kept confidential. Thank you for helping us support all of our students. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Ms. Cochran at the high school 406-673-3256 or 406-673-3120.

Weekly Thunderbird Schedule May 5 - May 10, 2025

Dear School Community, On April 28, 2025, we became aware of allegations involving an elementary student, which have since been shared on social media. Please know that we take these matters extremely seriously. After consulting with the District’s legal counsel, I have arranged for an independent investigator to conduct a thorough review of the allegations and provide a detailed report of the findings. Based on those findings, the District will take the appropriate steps to address the situation. The safety and well-being of our students remains our top priority, and we are committed to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work through this important process. Sincerely. Corey Barron Superintendent Hays Lodgepole Schools

Reminder!!!!! No School for Kindergarten tomorrow!

Attention Parents and Junior High/High School Students in Lodgepole: Due to a temporary bus driver shortage, on Thursday, May 1st only, junior high/high school students from Lodgepole who attend HLP High School will need to be dropped off at HLP Elementary School no later than 7:50 AM. Transportation to the high school will depart from there. If you have any questions, please contact us at 406-673-3120 or 406-673-3256. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

HLP Students Explore Future Careers at Fort Belknap Career Expo HLP High School students had an exceptional opportunity to explore potential career paths at the Fort Belknap Career Expo held at the Fort Belknap Bingo Hall. Approximately 60 of our students joined nearly 600 students from across the Hi-Line region to engage with 53 different industries offering workforce-related hands-on activities. Students interacted with professionals from diverse fields including dental assisting, welding, Northwestern Energy, various colleges, entrepreneurs, and many more. The hands-on activities provided valuable insights into different career options and helped our students envision their futures after graduation. Many students at HLP now have a clearer understanding of the career paths they want to pursue after graduation, thanks to the interactive format that helped them connect with potential opportunities in a meaningful way. Each student received a backpack to collect career information and vendor items throughout the day. The event also included a complimentary lunch for all attendees. The expo was exceptionally organized and well-attended by schools across the Hi-Line, from Browning to Malta. HLP High School extends a heartfelt thank you to all participating vendors and the organizers who made this valuable experience possible. We look forward to more enriching opportunities like this for our students in the future!

JH/HS track pictures will be Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Packets will be available prior to pictures. Any further questions please call the school at 406-673-3120.