Need a Montana state tax credit? Make a donation to HSD3 that will help us fund innovative programs and infrastructure for our students AND get a dollar-to-dollar Montana state tax credit! Donations must be received by Wed, Jan 21, 2026! Get more information on the Innovative Educational Program Tax Credit here:
https://www.hsd3.org/page/innovative-educational-programs-tax-credit
https://www.hsd3.org/page/innovative-educational-programs-tax-credit

Come join an amazing team of educators! Hamilton School District is hiring multiple Special Education Teachers for the 2026-27 school year!
You can apply here:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2362
You can apply here:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2362

Don't miss your chance to see another amazing Hamilton High School production!
Anastasia is coming to the Hamilton PAC in February! Buy your tickets using the QR code or going to: https://gofan.co/app/school/MT19791
Anastasia is coming to the Hamilton PAC in February! Buy your tickets using the QR code or going to: https://gofan.co/app/school/MT19791

Mr. Pool's HMS 8th grade class welcomed Mrs. Pool's Pre-K class from Corvallis Primary School this week! They teamed up to learn about the Great Depression.
Students learned a valuable lesson about the differences between needs and wants. They also did a hands-on project constructing "Hoovervilles".
Students used available materials to create livable structures, just as Americans did back in the 1930's. The lesson was a great success and a great way to end the quarter!
The Pre-K students also made a stop at Mr. Williams' 19th century "Mountain Man Artifacts" exhibit before they headed back to school.
This crossover lesson was such a great example of how both young and older students can benefit from working together to gain unique perspectives! Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Pool for providing this opportunity for our students!
Students learned a valuable lesson about the differences between needs and wants. They also did a hands-on project constructing "Hoovervilles".
Students used available materials to create livable structures, just as Americans did back in the 1930's. The lesson was a great success and a great way to end the quarter!
The Pre-K students also made a stop at Mr. Williams' 19th century "Mountain Man Artifacts" exhibit before they headed back to school.
This crossover lesson was such a great example of how both young and older students can benefit from working together to gain unique perspectives! Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Pool for providing this opportunity for our students!







Interested in learning some valuable home renovation skills? We have 3 HSD3 Adult Education classes available to fit your needs!
The attached flyer has more information, and you can register here:
https://www.hsd3.org/page/adult-education
The attached flyer has more information, and you can register here:
https://www.hsd3.org/page/adult-education

Last week, eight students from Hamilton High School's Classroom Without Walls (CWW) class designed and taught lessons about rainbow trout to Mrs. Stuber's 4th grade class. One group taught students how to identify rainbow trout and their external anatomy. The other group taught students about the trout life cycle and environmental requirements for their survival. Both lessons were designed to help prepare Mrs. Stuber's class for the Trout in the Classroom program. High school students were required to create a slideshow, a notes handout, and an engaging activity for their lesson. This was a fun and meaningful experience for both classes!



GOOD LUCK to the HHS Speech & Debate team as they travel to Ronan this weekend to compete at divisionals!!
The state tournament is coming up on Jan 30-31! Over 400 students will complete, and the requires MANY volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering to help out these amazing students, please visit https://bit.ly/45mjQND to get more info or sign up!
GO BRONCS!
The state tournament is coming up on Jan 30-31! Over 400 students will complete, and the requires MANY volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering to help out these amazing students, please visit https://bit.ly/45mjQND to get more info or sign up!
GO BRONCS!

Congrats to the HHS Speech & Debate team for a great performance at the 2-day meet in Columbia Falls last weekend!
They placed 4th overall out of 12 schools!
Special recognition goes to:
Tucker B - 2nd Place in Informative Speaking
Cheyenne K - 4th Place in Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Brendan M - 6th Place in Memorized Public Address
Carly D - 6th Place in Extemporaneous Speaking.
Go Broncs!!
They placed 4th overall out of 12 schools!
Special recognition goes to:
Tucker B - 2nd Place in Informative Speaking
Cheyenne K - 4th Place in Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Brendan M - 6th Place in Memorized Public Address
Carly D - 6th Place in Extemporaneous Speaking.
Go Broncs!!
There's still time to get a Montana state tax credit? Make a donation to HSD3 that will help us fund innovative programs and infrastructure for our students AND get a dollar-to-dollar Montana state tax credit! Donations must be received by Wed, Jan 21, 2026! Get more information on the Innovative Educational Program Tax Credit here:
https://www.hsd3.org/page/innovative-educational-programs-tax-credit
https://www.hsd3.org/page/innovative-educational-programs-tax-credit

HSD3 has some AMAZING Adult Education opportunities this Winter! Stay fit, learn a new skill or get outdoors! Registration is open at https://www.hsd3.org/page/adult-education!! Classes start soon, and they fill up quickly!

Just a reminder that students have a 4 day weekend Fri, Jan 16-Mon, Jan 19th! School will resume on Tues, Jan 20th.

HMS Families: The Parent/Player Meeting for 7th/8th grade basketball players has been MOVED to Tuesday, January 13 @ 6:30PM in the HMS Auditorium! If you have any questions, please contact the HMS front office. Thank you!

Daly Families, please join us for a fun night of BINGO!! Please see details on the attached flyer. And, remember that all children must be accompanied by an adult. We can't wait to see you there!

HHS Families: Here is a letter from Principal Lewis concerning upcoming final exams...

Attention HHS Families who have a student taking Driver's Education for 3rd Quarter:
The class starts Monday, January 19th (the first day of the quarter).
As part of the state requirements, we are holding a MANDATORY PARENT MEETING to provide an overview of the course, outline expectations, and give specific information regarding Driver's Ed at Hamilton High School, including how to successfully complete the course.
Parent/guardian participation in this meeting is REQUIRED. Failure to attend will result in your student being removed from the course roster and placed in a different class for that period. Please note that student attendance is not required, as they will receive the same information on the first day of class.
MEETING INFORMATION:
Date: Tuesday, January 6th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Hamilton High School Study Hall – Room #101
In addition to the course overview, we will be completing all necessary paperwork, including the Driver’s License Application and the Traffic Education Permit.
Please bring the following required documents to the meeting:
Social Security Card or Passport
Certified Birth Certificate
Proof of current address (can be in either the parent or student’s name; acceptable forms include a bank statement, power bill, or credit card statement)
We will be notarizing all paperwork during the meeting, so it is essential that you bring the required documents listed above]
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Bonnes at bonnesm@hsd3.org.
The class starts Monday, January 19th (the first day of the quarter).
As part of the state requirements, we are holding a MANDATORY PARENT MEETING to provide an overview of the course, outline expectations, and give specific information regarding Driver's Ed at Hamilton High School, including how to successfully complete the course.
Parent/guardian participation in this meeting is REQUIRED. Failure to attend will result in your student being removed from the course roster and placed in a different class for that period. Please note that student attendance is not required, as they will receive the same information on the first day of class.
MEETING INFORMATION:
Date: Tuesday, January 6th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Hamilton High School Study Hall – Room #101
In addition to the course overview, we will be completing all necessary paperwork, including the Driver’s License Application and the Traffic Education Permit.
Please bring the following required documents to the meeting:
Social Security Card or Passport
Certified Birth Certificate
Proof of current address (can be in either the parent or student’s name; acceptable forms include a bank statement, power bill, or credit card statement)
We will be notarizing all paperwork during the meeting, so it is essential that you bring the required documents listed above]
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Bonnes at bonnesm@hsd3.org.

Here are the holiday hours for the HSD3 district office during our upcoming winter break. You can reach the office at 406-363-2280. We hope you all enjoy your break!!

Come out and support the HHS Broncs basketball teams TONIGHT at home against Laurel! Go Broncs!

HMS Students:
Please join us for our Whoville Holiday Party on its new date!!
Please join us for our Whoville Holiday Party on its new date!!

Hamilton School Community,
Hamilton High School, Hamilton Middle Schools, Daly Elementary, and Washington School will reopen on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Hamilton High School be running on the B day schedule per the normal calendar.
Power at Daly Elementary has not been restored as of 4PM this afternoon. However, we anticipate the outage at Daly will be resolved tonight and plan to reopen tomorrow morning.
In the event, the outage at Daly is not resolved, we will cancel school at Daly Elementary ONLY. You will be notified of a cancellation by 6:30AM Friday morning. We apologize for the disruption and are grateful for your flexibility.
Dave Thennis – Superintendent

HMS Families: The Whoville Party that was scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday) after school has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for after winter break. Thanks for understanding!

