Frenchtown School District

Drivers must stop when a school bus's stop arm is extended. The greatest risk to children is when they are boarding or exiting the bus, not while riding it.

HIGH SCHOOL WINTER SPORTS- Registration is now open. If your student is interested in participating, please register at https://schools.snap.app/ftsd-athletics . If your child participated in a fall sport, you will still need to log in and select the activity they would like to join for winter. A valid physical must be on file in the office before tryouts.

Per Montana Code, not obeying the School Bus stop sign results in: for a first offense, a fine of not less than $500 or more than $1,000, a sentence of community service of not less than 50 hours or more than 100 hours, or both. for a second offense, a fine of not less than $1,000 or more than $2,000, a sentence of community service of not less than 100 hours or more than 200 hours, or both. for a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not less than $3,000 or more than $5,000, a sentence of imprisonment for a term of not less than 30 days, or both.

When a school bus is stopped at an intersection, ALL traffic must stop. Some children must cross more than one road to reach their home. Treat it like a 4-way stop and give pedestrians the right of way. No one's time is more valuable than a child's life!

October 21st-25th is Bus Safety Week! Please remember to slow down when you see amber lights and stop for red. Failing to do so could cost you money or someone else their life. Remind your student drivers to be alert around school buses. Thank you!

Over 30 FMS students, staff, and parents are in Washington DC/NYC over MEA break! Nothing better then taking in the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial at night!

Frenchtown High School Athletes and Key Club members were out in force this morning picking up trash along Frenchtown Frontage Road! Giving back to the Frenchtown Community! Go Broncs!

A very special thank you to the Frenchtown LDS Ward and their Youth Group for their Trick-or-Canning event tonight to support our local families in need, fill their pantries at Thanksgiving. We are so grateful for their continued support of our service projects at school! If you would like to help, we have a Coins for Cans Campaign at the south campus. where we are collecting coins, that will supplement this important project! If interested in making a monetary donation please contact: amygriffin@ftbroncs.org

FTSD School Board Meeting will be online. 10-15-2024 @7:00pm. If you should have questions or comments, please plan on attending the meeting in person. If you are uncomfortable or unable to attend in person, then please submit written correspondence. Comments on zoom will not be taken. Thank you. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87641032961?pwd=HGVZva83oVCdwVLySRY67b33Cjiq7I.1

Congratulations to our October Elk's Students of the Month: Shae Gooden and Colter Zenner.

FTSD Special Board Meeting will be online. 10-9-2024 @ 6:00pm. If you should have questions or comments, please plan on attending the meeting in person. If you are uncomfortable or unable to attend in person, then please submit written correspondence. Comments on zoom will not be taken. Thank you. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85355432543?pwd=uqjjW1opSxkmk5TV9wSZurG04U8v56.1

Frenchtown FFA will be holding their 3rd Annual Haunted House! Come support our FFA kids for a little scare and a lot of fun.

8th Graders participated in an interdisciplinary project. Students learned about the history of water wheels, hydroelectric power in Montana, how to harness the power of water and different types of water wheels. Then, they designed, constructed and tested their own water wheel using basic supplies and rice as a water substitute.

7th Grade Science -- observations and data collection continue to happen. This time with Julia Croker from the Clark Fork Collation. Students learned about the history of the Clark Fork River and watershed clean-up along with surveying macro invertebrates.

School Pictures (ready to order) • School pictures are available now for parents to view. • School pictures were taken recently. Every student was given a card with instructions on how to view their pictures. To access your students' pictures, go to doubleexposuremt.gotphoto.com and enter your student’s access code. • The deadline to order pictures to get FREE SHIPPING TO THE SCHOOL is Thursday, October 10, 2024 • If you have any questions or need help getting your students access code, please call Double Exposure Photography at 406-360-1990. Heidi Hendrickson Double Exposure Photography 406-360-1990 View pictures online: https://doubleexposuremt.gotphoto.com/login

Mrs. Hart's 7th grade students spent time honing their observing skills during science class. Students recorded biotic and abiotic ecosystem components found on school grounds as they began this fall's ecology unit.

The Superhero In You theme at the K-5 launched last week in our Kickoff Assembly. This year we are challenging our school community to be the Superhero. What does that mean? It means to be the kind human, the helpful human, the human who stands up against mean and against hurt. That is really what it means to be a Superhero. Frenchtown is full of Superheroes!

Homecoming fun on Friday, September 20 -- 6th graders hiking the "M" trail at the University of Montana! Go Broncs!

Frenchtown High School Homecoming Event Details: Event: Frenchtown High School Homecoming Date: Friday, September 20 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Frenchtown High School Safety and Supervision Guidelines: To ensure a smooth and enjoyable Homecoming event, the school emphasizes the need for close supervision and attention to safety protocols. These guidelines are critical for maintaining a safe environment for all attendees and K-8 students: Parent Supervision: Parents are encouraged to actively monitor their children throughout the event to prevent any disruptions or unsafe behavior. Parental involvement will play a key role in making the night successful for everyone. Restricted Items: Students are not permitted to bring bikes or skateboards to the event. These items could pose a safety risk or create distractions during the Homecoming festivities. Use of School Grounds: No football should be played in the three designated green spaces. The basketball courts are off-limits during the game. This ensures that the focus remains on the event, and it minimizes distractions or potential accidents. By adhering to these guidelines, we aim to provide a secure and enjoyable environment for all participants, while maintaining the celebratory spirit of Homecoming. Go Broncs!

Please check your MyRide k-12 app for important information regarding early out drop off times!