Arlee Joint School District

🚨 Exciting News from Arlee High School🚨 Our amazing juniors and seniors had the incredible opportunity to visit the Montana legislature in Helena this week! As part of their visit, students spoke passionately in support of SB 224, a bill to create Indigenous People's Day, sponsored by Shane Morigeau. Thanks to the powerful testimonies of our students, the committee took the rare step of holding an immediate vote on the bill, which passed with only one opposing vote! 🙌 The students were invited by Shelly Fyant and had the chance to meet with several legislators, including Jacinda Morigeau. They were also introduced during both the Senate and House hearings—a truly unforgettable experience! This is a huge step for our community, and we're so proud of our students for making their voices heard! 💙 #ArleeHigh #IndigenousPeoplesDay #SB224 #MontanaLegislature #StudentLeadership #ArleeSchools

📣 Exciting learning in Mr. Hill’s 8th grade class! 🦈 Students are diving into hands-on science with a shark dissection to explore the fascinating anatomy of Atlantic sharks. Every student has had the opportunity to participate in this incredible learning experience, bringing their studies to life!

*New Scholarship* Lake County Conservation District 2025 Academic Scholarship $1,000 Academic Scholarship for HS Seniors Pursuing Post-Secondary Education– Vo-Tech, Associate's, or Bachelor's Degree Requirements: Must be a high school senior Must be a resident of Lake County Must have a demonstrated interest in Conservation/Natural Resources/Ag Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, satisfactory SAT scores, or possess a GED Preference will be given to students demonstrating: A strong interest in Conservation, Natural Resources, or Agriculture Academic achievement and merit Applicants are not restricted to a certain area of study, but an interest in conservation is required and must be reflected in the intended course of study, e.g. Agriculture, Animal Science, Biochemistry, Botany, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geology, etc. Application Package Complete Online Form Resume Two letters of reference (not from immediate family members) that include name, relationship and contact information. Personal Essay Deadline and Notification To be considered, all application packages must be completed and submitted by May 5th. The winning applicant will be notified by June 2nd. An acceptance letter to an institution of higher learning, or proof of registration, will be required before scholarship funds will be released. Applicants may contact the Lake County Conservation District at 406.676.2811x102 or LakeCD@macdnet.org with any questions. Follow this link for application and to apply: https://form.jotform.com/250635251648155

Arlee High School is excited to announce the winner of the Blackfoot Communications, (Foundation for Rural Service), June 2-6 2025 Youth Tour: Jack McVicker. This all-expense paid trip is a terrific opportunity for rural high school students (aged 15-17) from across rural America to visit our nation’s Capital and learn more about rural telecommunications. While on the Youth Tour, students will: -Meet with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Congressional staff. -Tour famous historical sites and monuments like Mount Vernon, Arlington Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the World War II Memorial. -Visit Smithsonian Museums. -Attend a play at the Kennedy Center. -Build relationships with peers through a variety of activities. Blackfoot Communications, in proud partnership with the Foundation for Rural Service, is happy to offer this opportunity for a trip of a lifetime to our rural high school students!

CLOSE UP ****Meeting**** We will be having the Pre-Trip Close-Up meeting this Tuesday, March 18th @ 5:30 pm in Mr. Huisman's room, when the seniors are getting back from a field trip in Helena. If possible, please have a parent-guardian there for each student. Please bring with you forms of ID and Health Insurance to be photocopied if you have not done so yet.

*Scholarships ending in the next few weeks*Truman D. Picard Scholarship- For Native American/Alaskan Resource Students. Ends March 21st. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier. https://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html IISM Tuition Scholarship Program. Ends March 21st https://lonniemorin.wufoo.com/forms/q1bvcdzo1kvr73h/ Blackfoot Communications Scholarship Ends March 25th The American Indian College Fund Scholarship Portal Opens February 1st! https://collegefund.org/students/scholarships/hs-students/ Northwest Montana United Way- Workforce Development Scholarship Ends April 4th https://www.unitedwaycares.org/scholarship Mission Valley Masonic Lodge Scholarship Fund. Ends April 10th. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://greaterpolsoncommunityfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MISSION-VALLEY-MASONIC-SCHOLARSHIP-FUND-APPLICATION.pdf

🌟 Proud Moment for Arlee High School! 🌟 This week, our amazing Arlee High School students had the incredible opportunity to present what they've learned about the Salish culture and language at the Salish Conference in Spokane, Washington! They shared their journey and voiced what support they need from the school district to continue their cultural and language learning. We are beyond proud of these students for representing our community with such pride and dedication. Your hard work and passion inspire us all! 🙌 #SalishCulture #ArleePride #CulturalLearning #Community #SalishConference #ArleeHighSchool

🎉 Exciting News from Arlee High AISA Club! 🎉 Our amazing AISA Club members are heading to the Salish Conference at the Northern Quest Casino and Resort in Spokane, WA! 🌟 This incredible opportunity will allow us to connect, learn, and celebrate Salish culture with fellow students and community members. We're so excited for our students and advisors being part of such a meaningful event and to represent our school and culture at this special conference. 💫 #ArleeHighAISA #SalishConference #Community #Pride #LearningTogether

CLOSE UP MEETING ***CHANGE OF MEETING TIME*** Due to a Field Trip that 9 of the 11 students are on, we are going to move the meeting time from 4:00pm to 5:30 pm but it is still on the same day, Tuesday, March 18th. We would like for at least 1 parent or guardian to be there for each student. Please continue to get in medical forms. If your son or daughter doesn't have a health insurance card, please get in touch with their health care provider for some proof of insurance so we can provide to the close up organization. Thank you,

Native Youth Music, Art, and Poetry Making Series

🌟 Congratulations to our Student of the Month! 🌟 Join us in celebrating Micel Duran from Arlee Junior High! Micel has been nominated by his educators for his outstanding character and his willingness to help others. We're proud to have such a positive role model in our school community! Keep smiling, Micel! 🌟👏 #StudentOfTheMonth #ArleeJuniorHigh #Character #HelpingOthers

*Here is the National Scholarship Newsletter for this week* Scholarships Ending This WEEK Montana Food Distributors Association. Ends March 14th. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier https://mtcf.org/scholarship/montana-food-distributors-association-scholarship Montana Clerk & Recorder Scholarship- Ends March 14th. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier https://flathead.mt.gov/department-directory/clerk-and-recorder/scholarship Montana University System Honors Scholarship. Ends March 15th https://www.mus.edu/Prepare/Pay/Scholarships/MUS_Honor_Scholarship.html Montana Stem/ Healthcare Scholarship Program. Ends March 15th https://applymontana.mus.edu/paying-for-school/scholarships/stem-scholarship.html Truman D. Picard Scholarship- For Native American/Alaskan Resource Students. Ends March 21st. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier. https://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html IISM Tuition Scholarship Program. Ends March 21st https://lonniemorin.wufoo.com/forms/q1bvcdzo1kvr73h/

**CLOSE UP** STUDENTS GOING TO DC THIS YEAR: Please have the following turned in by tomorrow: 1. The health information forms you were handed 2. Your health insurance card (will be photocopied and returned) 3. Photo ID (will be photocopied and returned)

Here is the National Scholarship Newsletter for this week* Please take a peek at the scholarship ending in the next couple of weeks! Montana Food Distributors Association. Ends March 14th. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier https://mtcf.org/scholarship/montana-food-distributors-association-scholarship Montana Clerk & Recorder Scholarship- Ends March 14th. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier https://flathead.mt.gov/department-directory/clerk-and-recorder/scholarship Montana University System Honors Scholarship. Ends March 15th https://www.mus.edu/Prepare/Pay/Scholarships/MUS_Honor_Scholarship.html Montana Stem/ Healthcare Scholarship Program. Ends March 15th https://applymontana.mus.edu/paying-for-school/scholarships/stem-scholarship.html Truman D. Picard Scholarship- For Native American/Alaskan Resource Students. Ends March 21st. Hard Copies with Mr. Cordier. https://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html IISM Tuition Scholarship Program. Ends March 21st https://lonniemorin.wufoo.com/forms/q1bvcdzo1kvr73h/

*Scholarship Opportunity* Design a Sticker, Win a Scholarship Design our next sticker, and have your design inspire Montana high school students to find their path after high school! The top two designers will each receive a $1,500 scholarship The third and fourth-place designers will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. The fifth and sixth-place designers will each receive a $500 scholarship. The art program of the respective winning students will each receive $250 to purchase art supplies or equipment for their school or community art program! This contest is open to all Montana high school students, grades 9 - 12, planning on attending an accredited institution after high school. https://woorise.com/reachhighermontana/sticker-design-2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Arlee High School National Honor Society Students! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the newest members of our National Honor Society! These outstanding students have been selected based on their exemplary leadership, scholarship, service, and character. A huge thank you to all the students who were nominated, and congratulations to those who were voted in by their peers and faculty. You truly embody the values of the National Honor Society! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! Keep shining! ✨ #ArleeHigh #NHS #FutureLeaders #PrideAndExcellence #Character #Resilience #WarriorPride

🚨 Attention Close-Up Trip! 🚨 We will have a Pre-Trip Meeting on Tuesday, March 18th, at 4:00 p.m. in Mr. Huisman's room. Here’s what you need to know: Medical Questionnaire Forms have been handed out to students. These are required for the Close-Up trip, so make sure to submit them to Mr. Huisman. Health Insurance Cards and Identification Cards are required before we leave for DC. Bring these to school so Mr. Huisman can make copies. Don’t forget to be there and bring everything you need! Let’s get ready for an amazing trip! 🌟 #CloseUp #DCTrip #PreTripMeeting

🎉 Congratulations to our Students of the Month for February at Arlee Junior High! 🎉 These outstanding students were voted and nominated by their teachers for their hard work, dedication, and positive impact in the classroom. We’re so proud of all of them! Keep up the great work! 👏 #StudentsOfTheMonth #ArleeJH #ProudCommunity #StudentSuccess #FebruaryAchievements

🎉 Congratulations to our Students of the Month for February at Arlee High School! 🎉 These outstanding students were voted and nominated by their teachers for their hard work, dedication, and positive impact in the classroom. We’re so proud of all of them! Keep up the great work! 👏 #StudentsOfTheMonth #ArleeJHHS #ProudCommunity #StudentSuccess #ArleeWarriors #ArleeScarlets #FebruaryAchievements

CLOSE UP We have handed out Medical Questionnaire forms to students that are required by close up. Please get those submitted and turned into Mr. Huisman. We will need to get a photo copy of Health Insurance Cards and Identification Cards before we leave for DC. Please bring those to school so Mr. Huisman can make copies.