Colstrip Public Schools COVID-19 Reponse
As Superintendent, the first thing I would like to do is extend my wishes for everyone’s health and safety during this difficult time. Our administrative team has been on the front lines working to find solutions for our students’ educational needs. As you are aware, the Governor has directed that all schools be closed through March 27 due to COVID-19 pandemic. Our Governor as well as the President of the United States has asked everyone to abide by social distancing and minimize gatherings larger than 10 people. The District is doing everything possible to abide by the COVID-19 Health and Safety Planning Checklist to ensure we are doing everything possible in preventing exposure or the possible spread of COVID-19.
The District has taken steps to make sure our children have the opportunity to receive their nutritional requirements. Colstrip Public Schools will provide both breakfast and school lunch for all students from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 27, 2020. Both meals will be provided at the same time. In-town students may pick meals up from 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM at the activities entrance of Frank Brattin Middle School. Students will not be allowed to enter the building.
Out-of-town route bus students may pick their meals up at their regular morning bus stop at the regular morning pick-up time beginning Wednesday, March 18. Please be patient as bus meal delivery may delay the regular scheduled bus stop. To assure your meals are available for pick-up, please call the following number 406-748-4699 ext 3400 by 9:00 AM the day before to confirm.
The educational needs of the students are also being served. In addition to providing food services our administration and staff are working to provide remote learning opportunities for students at their grade and proficiency levels. Even though teachers have been asked to stay home, we are working together to develop an offsite program to engage students at their learning levels. The District is providing access to these opportunities through the school website at http://colstripschoolsdigital.org. Students are able to gain fluency and confidence in math, reading and language arts! The identified programs and interventions help students master essential skills at their own pace through fun and interactive questions, built in support, and motivating awards. We have staff available to answer any of your questions as well as a helpline for students. Please email: colstrip@colstrip.k12.mt.us or call 406-748-4699 ext 3421 for more information.
These times are certainly unprecedented and uncharted. We ask that everyone is patient. The District is doing its best to follow state and federal directives. We understand the extreme sacrifices that are being made by everyone to contain COVID-19 in order to save lives. Colstrip Public Schools will do its part in helping where it can and sacrificing where is needed. Please take care of yourself and others and stay home as much as you can.
Blessings and prayers,
Superintendent Bob Lewandowski
As Superintendent, the first thing I would like to do is extend my wishes for everyone’s health and safety during this difficult time. Our administrative team has been on the front lines working to find solutions for our students’ educational needs. As you are aware, the Governor has directed that all schools be closed through March 27 due to COVID-19 pandemic. Our Governor as well as the President of the United States has asked everyone to abide by social distancing and minimize gatherings larger than 10 people. The District is doing everything possible to abide by the COVID-19 Health and Safety Planning Checklist to ensure we are doing everything possible in preventing exposure or the possible spread of COVID-19.
The District has taken steps to make sure our children have the opportunity to receive their nutritional requirements. Colstrip Public Schools will provide both breakfast and school lunch for all students from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 27, 2020. Both meals will be provided at the same time. In-town students may pick meals up from 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM at the activities entrance of Frank Brattin Middle School. Students will not be allowed to enter the building.
Out-of-town route bus students may pick their meals up at their regular morning bus stop at the regular morning pick-up time beginning Wednesday, March 18. Please be patient as bus meal delivery may delay the regular scheduled bus stop. To assure your meals are available for pick-up, please call the following number 406-748-4699 ext 3400 by 9:00 AM the day before to confirm.
The educational needs of the students are also being served. In addition to providing food services our administration and staff are working to provide remote learning opportunities for students at their grade and proficiency levels. Even though teachers have been asked to stay home, we are working together to develop an offsite program to engage students at their learning levels. The District is providing access to these opportunities through the school website at http://colstripschoolsdigital.org. Students are able to gain fluency and confidence in math, reading and language arts! The identified programs and interventions help students master essential skills at their own pace through fun and interactive questions, built in support, and motivating awards. We have staff available to answer any of your questions as well as a helpline for students. Please email: colstrip@colstrip.k12.mt.us or call 406-748-4699 ext 3421 for more information.
These times are certainly unprecedented and uncharted. We ask that everyone is patient. The District is doing its best to follow state and federal directives. We understand the extreme sacrifices that are being made by everyone to contain COVID-19 in order to save lives. Colstrip Public Schools will do its part in helping where it can and sacrificing where is needed. Please take care of yourself and others and stay home as much as you can.
Blessings and prayers,
Superintendent Bob Lewandowski