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School House News: There is no secret
Published
10 years agoon
By Jerry House Big Sky School District Superintendent
In School House News, Supt. Jerry House shares his point of view on education and the Big Sky School District – his favorite place for teaching and learning. News is selected from all three schools – Ophir Elementary, Ophir Middle School and Lone Peak High School.
Not long ago, the Big Sky School District was known as the Ophir School District, and had only grades K-8. With the addition of Lone Peak High School, our K-12 BSSD is becoming noted for great programs, talented teachers, and supportive community that value our children’s education.
At the heart of our educational system, we have several strong ingredients that, when mixed together, form a cohesive program we’re very proud of.
The first ingredient is the leadership of a strong school board. Its members are well educated and demand quality from our programs, curriculum and instructional practices. When our teachers and administrators present new programs, and revise curriculum and resource materials, helping to increase the rigor and challenge for students, the board questions the validity of each change, and expects nothing but excellence.
The driving forces to mixing the school’s ingredients are our excellent teachers. All teachers are part of a staff development program, regardless of grade level. Some Lone Peak High School teachers, for example, are taking Advanced Placement level certification from the National College Board, making sure AP classes taught at LPHS are equal to or exceed expectations for college level classes or credit.
Our K-8 staff members are deeply involved with the Response to Intervention program, wherein all resources are used to bring up to grade level students who need assistance, or to enhance the advanced child needing a more rigorous program. These teachers introduce letters, numbers, sounds and the elements of social development that make our system strong as students advance to other grade levels.
The final ingredients are the supportive parents and our community members. The CAP and Parent Liaison programs allow students and adults to mix expertise and expectations for growth of individuals, as well as the district. Library volunteers assist both the district and the community, making the library’s resources available for everyone’s use. Our newly formed Big Sky Parent Teacher Organization (formerly known as Ophir School Council) is central to our community coming together to support this growing school district.
There truly is no secret that we all play a part in the success of the Big Sky School District.
Megan Paulson is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Outlaw Partners.
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the 4K program. Enrollment is capped at twenty 4-year-olds currently
residing within Big Sky School District boundary full time and will be
determined by birth date in calendar order of those born on or after September
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Enrollment now is critical for fall preparations. Thank you!
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February 26 (Monday) - April 21 (Sunday)
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My Barking Dog is a nightmare comedy
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My Barking Dog is a nightmare comedy that tells the story of Toby and Melinda, two lonely people whose lives are forever changed the night they encounter a starving coyote at their apartment building. Over time they grow to expect him, leaving ritual offerings to entice the coyote every night. Toby and Melinda forge a connection over this visitor and share curiosity and concern about his presence in the city. The coyote expands their world–until, one night, their world is shattered. Their lives are pushed suddenly into uncharted territory, sending them on a surreal odyssey that changes their city–and the world–forever.
Directed by LX Miller. Starring Max Schneider and Denise Hergett
Verge Theater is continuing their mission to provide accessible theater to our community. Tickets for My Barking Dog are Pay What You Wish with a suggested price of $35. Audience members are offered the opportunity to select the price point that is comfortable for them when purchasing tickets.
My Barking Dog runs March 15-17, 22-24, 28-30
Performances on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begin at 7:00 p.m., with Sunday matinees offered at 3:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 16 . No animals are harmed in the staging of this production.
Tickets are available online at www.vergetheater.com
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15 (Friday) 7:00 pm - 30 (Saturday) 8:30 pm
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Verge Theater
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Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm We will combine the heart-opening powers of cacao with the transcendental powers of breathwork and sound. Together, these practices will give us the opportunity for a deep
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Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm
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March 23 (Saturday) 6:00 pm - April 23 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm
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Santosha Wellness Center
169 Snowy Mountain Circle
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Thursday of the Lord’s Supper Mass St. Joseph Catholic Mission
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Thursday of the Lord’s Supper Mass
St. Joseph Catholic Mission
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(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm