Alberton School District

Missoula County Food Bank will be distributing bulk meal kits every Tuesday, beginning today, from 1-2pm. Families are welcome to walk up to the Food Bank’s box trucks to pick up meal kits in the school lot. Each child in your household is eligible to receive one bulk meal kit.

We are hiring! Check out the graphic below for full details. Send resumes to our District Clerk at bwood@alberton.k12.mt.us OR stop by the main office for applications or drop your resumes.

Big News: Alberton School Awarded Montana Reads Grant to Boost Literacy! We’re thrilled to announce that Alberton School has been selected as a recipient of the Montana Reads Grant—a powerful, statewide initiative investing in the future of literacy and learning. Over the next five years, this grant will provide essential funding and resources to help our teachers deepen their expertise in evidence-based reading instruction and set our students up for lifelong success. Backed by the Montana Office of Public Instruction and totaling $47.5 million statewide, the Montana Reads Grant is designed to ensure that every student has access to the tools they need to become confident, capable readers. Thanks to this incredible opportunity, Alberton will benefit from: 📘 Professional Development in evidence-based practices and the Science of Reading 🧠 High-Quality Instructional Materials aligned with proven literacy strategies 🤝 Ongoing Coaching and Mentoring to support our teachers in bringing best practices to life in the classroom Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen shared: “The Montana Reads Grant is a powerful investment in our students and educators... We commend the awarded districts for their commitment to literacy and look forward to the impact this initiative will have on Montana’s classrooms.” This is a huge step forward for our small but mighty school, and we’re proud to be part of a statewide movement to improve reading instruction for all Montana students. 📚 Want to learn more about the Montana Reads Grant? Visit opi.mt.gov.

The First Monday of Summer The halls are hushed, the lockers still, No morning buzz, no chatter shrill. Desks sit quiet, floors gleam bare A quiet pause hangs in the air. Though students' footsteps fade away, Our purpose here is clear as day: To build, reflect, prepare with care A stronger school, beyond compare. So while the sun shines high and wide, We're planning with our hearts and pride. Foundations firm, our vision true Alberton grows because of you. And as the summer days unfold, Our teachers and staff—steadfast and bold— Work behind the scenes each day, To pave a stronger, brighter way. With care and grit, they shape what's next Laying the groundwork for student success. The school year has ended and Summer has begun, but the work for our students, our school, and our community continues. Stay tuned as we work through strategic planning for the future of Alberton School. Your participation, voice, and passion are important now, maybe more-so than ever.

🎓 LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL! 🎓 Here’s what you need to know as we wrap up the year: 📅 TK/K Graduation – Thursday, May 29 at 5 PM 📅 Last Day of School – Friday, May 30 (full day for K–11) 🏃‍♂️ Shea Fredette took 5th at State in the 800m—go Panthers! 🍎 Summer Food Distribution starts June 10—Tuesdays, 1–2 PM 💼 We’re hiring custodians, paras, and subs! And of course—CONGRATS to the Class of 2025! 🎉 Your future is bright, and your Alberton roots run deep. 🔗 Full details: https://secure.smore.com/n/43hcs

It's Graduation Day, Alberton High Class of 2025! From mountain winds to river bends, You've journeyed here with hearts and friends. In halls where laughter, tears, and dreams Have echoed bright as morning streams. You’ve weathered trials, grown so strong, Learned when to lead and when to belong. Now future paths call out your name— Each one unique, yet lit by flame. A flame of courage, grit, and grace, Of all you've built in this small place. So go with pride, and don’t forget— The roots you’ve grown, the hearts you’ve met. The world awaits with open skies— Alberton’s stars, it’s time to rise. Join us today at 2:00pm in the Alberton School Gym to recognize these amazing humans who are destined to do amazing things!

A Few Quick Updates from Alberton School 📚 Equipment Return – May 29 To give all students time to finish their schoolwork, equipment return has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 29. Students must bring their Chromebooks and chargers that day. The IT department will inspect for any damages, and fees will be assessed if needed. 📬 Report Cards & Fees Report cards will be mailed the first week of June and will include any outstanding fees, such as for damaged or missing equipment. 🎾 Tennis Team Shoutout What a fantastic first season for our High School Girls Tennis Team! These athletes showed resilience, growth, and determination all season long. Huge congratulations to Coach Sedahl, along with players Breanna Turner, Anna Dao, and Arya Ray for a successful and memorable debut season. We’re so proud of you! 🏃‍♂️ Track & Field Highlights Panther pride was on full display at the Divisional Meet this past weekend! Our athletes competed with strength, heart, and teamwork among the best in the division. The 4x100 team—Logan Henry, David Scheer, Camden Notley, and Shea Fredette—came within a whisker of a personal record. The 4x400 team—same lineup—did set a PR, improving by over two seconds! A huge shoutout to Shea, who qualified for State in three events: 🥈 2nd in the 800m with a pre-qualifying time of 2:02.17 🥉 3rd in Triple Jump 🖐️ 5th in the Mile Let’s all cheer on Shea as he heads to State this weekend in Missoula—we’ll be sharing more details soon about a school send-off! Lastly, if you haven't yet, be sure to take our Community Survey, which is part of Phase I of our Strategic Planning: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NB8C3K7

🎓 Final Weeks of School – Mark Your Calendars! 🎓 As we approach the end of the school year, here are some important dates: Spring Music Concert: Wednesday, May 21 at 2:30pm, Alberton School Gym 8th & 12th Grade Graduation: Sunday, May 25 at 2 PM, Alberton School Gym TK/Kindergarten Graduation: Thursday, May 29 at 5 PM Last Day of School (TK–11th Grade): Friday, May 30 (Full Day) 🎾 Good Luck to Our Athletes! Best wishes to our Tennis and Track & Field teams competing in their divisional tournaments this weekend! 🙏 We Need Your Voice! Phase 1 of our Strategic Plan is underway, and we value your input. Please take our quick, anonymous survey before mid-May: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NB8C3K7 👩‍🏫 Join Our Team! We're hiring for various positions, including Custodian, Paraprofessional, Substitute Teachers, and more. Learn more: https://albertonsdmt.sites.thrillshare.com/page/employment-opportunities Stay informed with all updates on The Panther Press Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/3kjaq

Friendly reminder that our monthly board meeting is tonight, Tuesday, 5/13 at 6:00pm in the school cafeteria. Members of the community are encouraged to attend these meetings for clarity and accuracy of the happenings at Alberton School. You can find the meeting agenda here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K3RYlixqgrZa9GfFScD-u41GdEBtv5kxgLdguS-2QW0/edit?usp=drivesdk We hope to see you there.

🏃‍♂️🔥 DISTRICT TRACK MEET RECAP 🔥🏃‍♀️ The Panthers made us proud at the District Track Meet—and we’re not done yet! 💥 Our 4x100 and 4x400 relay teams—Josiah Morton, Camden Notley, Logan Henry, and Shea Fredette—are advancing to Divisionals this weekend at Big Sky High School in Missoula (May 16–17)! ⭐️ Junior Shea Fredette also had a standout weekend: 🥉 3rd in the 1600 🥈 2nd in Triple Jump 🥇 1st in the 800m with a 4-second PR—just 1 second off the state qualifying time! 🌟 Other Panther Highlights: • David Sheer walked away with PRs in the 200m, discus, and javelin. • Evan Fehlings showed grit in the 100, 200, shot put, and javelin. • Will Norris stepped in clutch for the 4x100 and earned a javelin PR, also competing in the 100 and 200. • Josiah Morton added events and PR’d in the mile and 300 hurdles with solid efforts in the 100, shot put, and 4x400. • Logan Henry, our sprint specialist, ran the 100, 200, 4x100, and 4x400—earning a PR in the 100m. • Camden Notley brought energy and excellence to the 100, 300 hurdles, relays, and long jump. 🎯 And shoutout to our lone female athlete, Georgia Fredette, who’s considering competing in discus at Divisionals after qualifying with a monster throw—despite a recent injury. Let’s hear it for these hard-working athletes as they head into Divisionals this weekend! #PantherPride #AlbertonTrack #DivisionalsBound #StudentAthletes #SmallButMighty

We'd like to extend a very big GOOD LUCK to OUR Alberton Panther Tennis + Track and Field athletes and their coaches, as they compete at the District Tournaments in Missoula today! We are proud to be Panthers alongside you.

🎉 You did it, Alberton—THANK YOU for passing the levy! Let’s celebrate together at Exhibition Night — TONIGHT, May 8 from 4–7pm! Here’s what’s happening: 📚 Student projects & exhibits throughout the school 🍽️ Free dinner from 5:00–6:30pm 🤖 Robotics demo in the gym from 6:00–7:00pm 🍦 Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Truck from 4:00–5:00pm (ice cream available for purchase) Come see the incredible work of our students and teachers—you made this possible!

📣 This week’s Panther Press is out! Here’s what’s inside: • Thank you, Alberton Community, for passing the levy—this is just the beginning of an amazing journey! • Exhibition Night: Join us May 8 for student exhibits, dinner, robotics demo, & the Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Truck (available for purchase). • Help shape our school’s future: Take our quick strategic plan survey before mid-May. • We’re hiring coaches for the 2025–2026 school year—see open positions! Read it all here: https://secure.smore.com/n/dr4sf

🐾 This week’s Panther Press is out! Read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/gsruc —here’s what’s inside: Big applause to our K-5 stars for an amazing Alice in Wonderland! 🌟 We’ve raised 9% of our $3,500 goal to bring MCT back—help us keep the magic alive! 🚴‍♂️ Shoutout to our 5th grade Zero Waste Ambassadors. 🗳️ Vote by May 6 for trustees & levy. 🐾 Early Childhood Screenings: May 5 & 22. 📅 Take our Strategic Plan survey today! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NB8C3K7

🚀 Phase 1 of Alberton School District’s Strategic Plan is underway—and we need your voice! 📚 Help celebrate what’s working and guide future improvements. Take our quick, anonymous survey before mid-May! 🗓 Every response helps shape the future of our students, staff, and community. Click here to participate: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NB8C3K7

The School has been informed that the water main has been fixed and the water is back running. School is NOT cancelled for the remainder of the day and will continue on as scheduled. Thank you for your patience as we navigated through this.

Parents, the school district was notified that a water main break has occurred. School will close for the remainder of the day. Please contact the school to authorize your student's release. There will be bus transportation.

🎩🐇 Don’t be late for this very important date! Alice in Wonderland hits the stage TOMORROW (Fri, Apr 25) at 6PM in the school gym! Our talented K–5 Panthers are bringing the magic of Wonderland to life with help from Missoula Children's Theatre. Admission is FREE—donations help bring MCT back for more adventures! 🎭 Come support the arts, cheer on our young stars, and enjoy a whimsical night you won’t forget!

📰 The latest Panther Press is out! 🎭 Alice in Wonderland this Fri @ 6PM 📬 Levy + Trustee ballots have arrived—Vote! ✨ Strategic Planning Survey launches Apr 28th 📅 Prom, track meets, author visit & more! 💼 We’re hiring—see open roles online Read it all in this week’s Panther Press: https://secure.smore.com/n/dgaew

🏃‍♀️🎭 Big things happening in Alberton! Our varsity track team is crushing it, Alice in Wonderland hits the stage next week, and ballots for school trustees + the levy are arriving this week—make your voice heard! 🗳️ Plus, we're hiring! Check out openings including Athletic & Activities Director. Read the latest: https://secure.smore.com/n/295mc