Dressing for the Cold
Dear Parents/Guardians of Ekalaka Public School District Students:
Now that winter weather is here, we ask that you remind your children to come to school prepared for the weather. Appropriate winter apparel includes a winter jacket, snow pants, gloves, and a hat.
The Parent Seat
Parents, when you get the chance, please visit this link and watch the video:
SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST 19-20
Substitute Bus drivers needed:
A driver of a school bus is qualified to drive a school bus if the driver:
- Is not less than 18 years of age;
- Have a minimum of five years of licensed driving experience;
- Is of good moral character;
- no record of criminal offenses indicating they may be dangerous to children, as evidenced by a criminal background check provided to and approved by the school district prior to initial employment;
- a safe driving record, which may not have evidence of any of the following:
- More than one moving traffic violation within any 12-month period of the preceding 36 months;
- Any conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs within the preceding 36 months; or a conviction resulting in mandatory revocation or suspension of a driver's license in the previous five years
- Is the holder of a commercial driver's license with a School Bus “S” and Passenger “P” endorsement;
- Has filed with the district a satisfactory medical examination report, on a form approved by the United States Department of Transportation, signed by any physician licensed in the United States or, if acceptable to an insurance carrier, any licensed physician;
- Has completed a basic first aid and CPR course, and holds a valid basic first aid and CPR certificate from an authorized instructor. A new driver has 60 days to become certified.
- Has 15 hours of training per year.
- Has filed with the County Superintendent a certificate from the Trustees of the district for which the school bus is to be driven, certifying compliance with the driver qualifications enumerated
Ekalaka is Public School Proud
Montana School Library Digital Collection
Ekalaka Public Schools has entered the Montana School Library Shared Digital Collection and our students have been granted access. This allows our students to check out ebooks and audiobooks electronically.
Student Spectator Expectations:
Students are expected to be in the gymnasium watching the games. They are not to be playing or running in the hallway, on the stage, or in the Tuggle Room unsupervised. Students who are not in the gym will be asked to return to their parents or whoever is supervising them.
Students were also reminded that they should not be under the bleachers or climbing on the lift stored in the northwest corner of the gymnasium. Additionally, they should throw away their trash when eating concessions, both in the Tuggle Room and the gymnasium.
In addition to attendance at ball games, students also reviewed concert etiquette. Students were reminded that audience members should remain seated and attentive during performances. If they need to go to the bathroom or get a drink, this should be done between performances so they don’t distract the performers or the audience.
Ekalaka Public Schools encourages student attendance at games and concerts. However, if they are not behaving appropriately, children may be asked to leave. We look forward to seeing our younger students in the stands, cheering for the Bulldogs.
Fitness Center hours
Fitness Center hours:
M-F 5:00-8:00 am Fitness Center is open, including walking track. Keyfob entry to building only.
M-F 11:00-12:00 walking track only, open for Seniors. Keyfob entry to building required if school not in session.
M-F 12:00-1:00 walking track and weight room, open for general population. Keyfob entry to building required if school not in session.
M-F 5:00-8:00 pm Fitness Center is open, including the walking track. Keyfob entry to building only.
To obtain a keyfob, visit the high school office for information.
When school is canceled due to weather or another emergency, the Fitness Center is also closed.
District Information
Welcome to Ekalaka Public Schools
About Our District
It’s pronounced EE-ka-LAH-kah.
The town of Ekalaka, Montana has an elementary school district (K-8) and a secondary school district (9-12) delivering educational services to the community. Ekalaka, the county seat of Carter County, is a strong agricultural community of under 400 located in southeastern Montana. The county consists of 3,312 square miles. Farming and ranching is the economic base for the area. The first class graduated from Carter County High School in 1919. Ekalaka also boasts ownership to the first museum in the state of Montana. The Ekalaka schools have a long-standing history of delivering a quality education to the students that they serve. Ekalaka Elementary School has about 86 students enrolled in grades K-8 and the High School has 38 students enrolled 9-12. Ekalaka Public Schools employs 16.5 full-time equivalent teachers for the school year. Carter County is classified as a Class C school district for participation in the Montana High School Association activities program.
District/Board Policy Philosophy
Ekalaka Public Schools exists to provide a positive learning environment for students to achieve their highest level of education and self-esteem by maximizing their personal, academic, social and emotional potential. To bring out the full potential or all students, depending on their needs, so they possess the capability to function in the competitive world.
Core Values of the Ekalaka Public Schools:
* Communication: The district is committed to effective and honest communication through teamwork and consistency.
* Forward thinking: The district is committed to follow a path of progressive thinking in order to build a strong educational foundation for the students of our community.
* Respect, Pride and Passion: We are committed to ensuring that the students, staff, parents and community maintain a high level of respect, pride and passion for Ekalaka Public Schools.
* Safe, Positive Environment: We firmly believe a safe, positive environment is the cornerstone for students to achieve their highest level of education.
* High Standard of Educating Students: We will achieve a standard of excellence through education, leadership and serving the needs of our students.
Summary of District 5-year Goals
The Ekalaka Public Schools District has completed the correlate review of effective schools and has identified seven goals through this process for inclusion into the five year plan. The identified five year plan goals are broad statements designed to form the basis for the more specific yearly goals which are directed at a particular outcome. The seven goals are as follows:1. The district will continue the development and transformation to a professional learning community focused on student achievement.
2. The district will continue improvement of math proficiency in the district/schools.
3. The district will continue the improvement of reading proficiency in the district/schools.
4. The district will continue the development and integration of the writing program.
5. The district will continue the development and integration of the Indian Education for All programs across all content areas and grade levels.
6. The district will continue the integration of technology into all curriculums and instruction.
7. The District will continue to utilize Smarter Balanced and MAP testing data to assist teachers in monitoring and modifying curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of all students.