North Star Schools start classes today

From North Star Schools

North Star Schools is ready for another school year, with classes starting today.

The schools’ mission statement was reviewed and revised last year with input from staff, students and the community. North Star Schools is dedicated to providing the youth of the community with a safe and stable environment. Students attending North Star schools will develop individuality, integrity, respect and a strong work ethic. Graduates will be leaders in their communities who show generosity toward others and a thirst for knowledge.

New staff this year includes Mrs. Davilyn McCormick, Title I; and Mr. Kyle Volkman, English. Mrs. McCormick was a substitute teacher last year and Mr. Volkman previously taught at Hinsdale. Positions that are still open include JH volleyball coach and JH football coach. People can contact the main office at 355-4481 for more information.

School for North Star students  began today at 7:55 a.m. for elementary students and at 8:05 a.m. for students in grades 7-12. School will dismiss as usual at 3:45 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Buses will run on the same schedule as last year. People can check out the school website at http://www.northstar.k12.mt.us for lunch menus, the class schedule, activities, bus routes, free and reduced lunch application, the Infinite Campus portal for parents, elementary information and more. All students entering the seventh grade had to receive a dose of Tdap/Td booster vaccine prior to the start of school.  

School pictures will be taken Tuesday, Aug. 29, beginning at the elementary at 8 a.m. and then move to the junior high and high school in Rudyard later that morning.

School meal prices are breakfast $1.65, and lunch $2.65 for students. Students must pre-pay or bring money each day they eat. The Free and Reduced-Price School Meals Application is available on the school website. 

  Drivers’ education is offered second semester during the school day. A fee of $150 must be paid before Jan. 22.

Student Class Schedules were mailed home for each individual in grades seven through 12. Drop/adds were accepted until Aug. 14. After that date, students can complete drop/add slips when school begins.

Sports physicals are required for students in grades five through 12 who plan on participating in any sport. They need to complete the MHSA physical form and pass the physical prior to beginning practice. Physical forms can be obtained at http//www.northstar.k12.mt.us under Sports or at the office in Rudyard. High school football and volleyball practices began Aug. 11. Junior high football and volleyball practices began Aug. 14.   

During bad weather or school emergencies, school closure or delays will be announced on the Havre radio stations — 610 KOJM-AM and KPQX-FM 92.5. The Infinite Campus messenger system may also be used to contact parents/guardians.

Activity Pass prices are: family $250, adult $125 and student $25. Students in grades five through 12 who participate in football, volleyball, basketball or track are required to purchase an activity pass. If a family pass is purchased, a separate student pass is not required. This price covers all North Star athletic regular season competitions, but excludes tournaments/playoffs/showcases. Family passes do not include college-age children. 

Knight In Need is similar to “My Student In Need” that is advertised in the Great Falls Tribune. Thanks to anonymous donors, funds are available to help students. If a student needs help getting their school supplies, contact Carol Tempel at the school office, 355-4481 or at [email protected]. If students need assistance for other items, they may be considered, just contact Tempel.

The North Star School District is Montana Behavior Initiative school. The Knight CODE is the universal expectation for students and staff:

Challenge yourself

Own your behavior

Display respect

Encourage others