Hardin student preform at Eastern A Divisional Tournament at the Metra.
Eastern A Divisional Basketball! Here are the brackets for this weekend's action: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ik2553sQxKBWqHqHAx1aDA_xcPoTnOWQ/view?usp=share_link
Boys play at 9:00 AM Thursday and Girls' at 6:30 PM.
Go Dawgs!
Hey parents and guardians come and join us at Family Engagement Center on March 13, 2024
Hardin Public Schools 17H & 1 in Montana have been awarded the USDA Local Food for Schools grant, an initiative aimed at bolstering local and regional food systems while supporting historically underserved and small businesses. The grant, distributed based on enrollment, provides $28,000 designated for the procurement of unprocessed or minimally processed foods sourced from Montana.
This significant grant will play a vital role in Hardin Public Schools' efforts to establish and strengthen connections with Montana farmers, ranchers, distributors, and small businesses, ultimately enhancing the availability of locally sourced foods for students. The primary objective is to enrich students' meals with high-quality Montana grains, produce, meats and dairy, fostering a healthier and more sustainable dining experience.
Having received the grant in November of 2023, Hardin Public Schools wasted no time in putting it to use. The first round of purchases saw a diverse array of Montana-grown foods sourced through a collaborative partnership with Western Montana Growers Cooperative and The Yellowstone Valley Food Hub in Billings.
Despite the challenges of winter, Montana's agricultural bounty continues to impress. Among the locally sourced items obtained are watermelon radish and whole cabbage from Amaltheia Farm in Belgrade, field greens from Local Bounti in Hamilton, and apples from Swanson's Mountainview Orchards in Ravalli County. Additionally, fresh organic eggs from Mission Mountain Organic Eggs in Ronan, as well as carrots and beets from Harlequin Produce in Arlee, were procured. Bison from Montrail in Ronan and lentils from Timeless Seeds in Conrad, round out the impressive selection.
Hardin Public Schools, located in Crow Agency and Hardin, boast a total of seven schools serving nearly 2,000 students. Recognized as a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school, they offer free meals to all students under the National School Lunch Act. Under the guidance of Director of Nutrition Marlo Spreng and Farm to School Director Elle Ross, fresh, healthy food remains a top priority in Hardin. Their adept utilization of grant funds underscores their commitment to improving school meals, enhancing meal access, and promoting nutritional education in the classroom.
Indian Education for All stations at Hardin High School last week with 16 presenters from the Crow community to talk about Crow culture, history and modern day life. Thank you to the high school staff and students for your participation in this great event. A'ho
Special thanks to:
Jana Alden for making 500 frybread for our students to enjoy
Marlo Spreng and the kitchen staff in providing the Berry Pudding
High school IEFA Committee Timothy Kaldahl
Principal Deanna Albert and Assistant Principal Kole Passes for approving this event to take place. A'ho
Hardin High School Indian Education for All stations last Friday was a success. Students enjoyed learning from the different experts in all aspects of the Crow culture, history and the modern day life.
Last Friday, the Hardin High School hosted Indian Education for All presenters from the community to talk to the students in different IEFA stations. Thank you to our presenters and taking time from your busy schedules to make this possible. A'ho
Eleanor Ross - Ethnobotany/Smoothie Machine
Harry Rock Above - Crow Stories translated in Crow and English
Sunny Gardner - Crow Style Horse Parade-beadwork
Conrad (CJ) Stewart -Tribal Law/Sovereignty/Dawes Act
Cedar Bulltail – Juneberry Pudding & Fry Bread
Amy Hanson - Sweet Grass, Cedar, and Sage
Angela Howe – Choke Cherry Creek: Indigenous Fashion Designer Entrepreneurship
Dr. Lanny Real Bird - Plains Indian Sign Language
Debby Schoolcraft with Jr. High Beading Club member - Loom Beading
Dr. Jason Cummins – Crow Creation Story & History
Alda Goodluck - Crow Tribal Flag
C. J. Other Medicine, Chauncey Little Light, Scotty Dawes & Kymani Little Light - Hand Games
Sidney Fitzpatrick Sr. - Messenger for Health Wellness
Tilton Old Bull -The Clan System
Orrin Pickett - Arrow Throwing
Jon Elle, Little Big Horn College Archivist & Danetta Half-Holds, Audio/Visual Specialist - LBHC Navigating the Crow Recordings
Join us!
Please see the attached agenda for next week's Board of Trustees meeting: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1doWRIyNOGPDhlx9nCqVUdACqC-G81yH0eTYJt91FB1A/edit?usp=share_link. Please note meeting is on MONDAY.
Hey all! Come watch bands from Eastern A perform!
44th Annual Eastern A Band Festival, Hardin Middle School Auditorium, February 12th, 2024, See Flyer for times. February 13th: GALA Concert at 4:00pm
Reminder: 12:30 pm Early Out Dismissal today Feb 2nd
The Board of Trustees Negotiations Committee will have a work session in order to negotiate with the Hardin Classified Employees Association of the MFPE. Meeting will be in the Board Room at 5:00 on Wednesday February 7th.
Fatherhood is Sacred, Motherhood is Sacred
call us to sign up!
All District schools will release at 12:30 on Friday! Buses will run 90 minutes early.
Coaching For Parents
Please see the attached agenda for next week's Board of Trustees meeting: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M5fWtyuR1csWiRJMArl7RZ8gL2UP3xG6_ZVENqyxeSo/edit?usp=share_link
Please see the attached flyer for information on upcoming social media and mental heath seminars. Events are in Billings on Jan. 29 and 30.
If you need help come see us!
We are looking for individuals who are interested in serving on a parent/community work group.
The purpose of the STEP’s parent/community work group is to collaborate with stakeholders of the Hardin School District such as parents, school officials, Tribal leaders, cultural advisors, and local business owners. The workgroup will guide the implementation of the STEP for the Native American youth attending both school districts. This will ensure that the grant's objectives are in alignment with the needs, cultural expressions, and values of the families we serve.
We extend a warm welcome to all eligible community members and parents to join us in this endeavor. Your participation will be highly appreciated, and we look forward to working with you to support the education of our youth.
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