Yesterday evening, the 6th grade class celebrated a major milestone as they completed their final year of elementary school and prepared to move on to 7th grade in the high school next year. It was a wonderful evening filled with laughter, memories, celebration, and reflection on how much these students have grown throughout the year. This group of students has worked incredibly hard academically, socially, and personally, and I could not be more proud of each and every one of them. Watching them learn, grow, overcome challenges, and become more confident in themselves has truly been an honor. They have accomplished so much this year, and I know their futures are incredibly bright. As part of their final social studies project, students created and performed skits during the ceremony. They put so much creativity, teamwork, and effort into these projects, and it was so much fun watching them share their hard work with family and friends. These skits will be made available online soon! Congratulations to the 6th grade class on this exciting accomplishment and milestone. I am so proud of all of their hard work and cannot wait to see all they achieve in the years to come. Best, Ms. Walkley

The Granite High School Tennis team will be playing at the divisional tournament in Anaconda May 21 and May 22. Come support the team if you can! Go Prospectors!

Congratulations to the GHS Senior Class for of 2026!

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2026! 🎓 Graduation will take place this Sunday, May 24th at 1:00 PM in the High School Gymnasium. Congratulations to this year’s seniors on all of their hard work and accomplishments! We are proud of you and excited to see where your future takes you.

May 14, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Motions - Passed/Failed/Tabled:
a. Offer Contract to Business Manager Catherine Babbitt for 26-27SY - Passed
b. Offer Contract to Head of Maintenance Bob McGuire for 26-27SY - Passed
c. Offer Contract to Head Cook Lucinda Fitz-Christensen for the 26-27SY - Tabled
d. Offer Contract to Transportation Director Justin Blume for 26-27SY - Passed
e. Offer Contract to Athletic Director Kendra Kanduch for 26-27SY - Passed
f. Offer Contracts to Other Classified Staff Shannon Huckfeldt, Brandi Morales, Jason White, Tina Thomason, Denny House, Steve Hoggatt, Charlie Piar, Shalee Ferry-Rose as a paraprofessional, and Hailey Page for 26-27SY - Passed
g. Offer Contract to K-12 Assistant Principal Jake Kelly for 26-27SY - Passed
h. Offer Contracts to 7th-12th GHS English Teacher Lilli Giono for the 26-27SY - Passed
i. Offer Contract to Kindergarten Elementary Teacher Madison Lewis for 26-27SY - Passed
j. Offer Contract to 4th Grade Elementary Teacher Robin Rose for the 26-27SY - Passed
k. Offer Contract to Long-term Substitute Daren Novak for the 26-27SY - Passed
l. Offer Contract to District Technology Coordinator Brandi Morales for the 26-27SY - Passed
m. Offer Contract to Summer Food Program Coordinator Becky Elliott for 26-27SY - Passed
n. Offer Contract to Summer Grounds Custodial Seasonal Hailey Page for 2026SY - Passed
o. Offer Contract for Summer Painting Season Brandi Morales for 2026SY - Passed
p. Offer Contract to Bus Route Driver Kara Cutler for the 26-27SY - Passed
q. Offer Assistant Cook Becky Elliott for the 26-27SY - Passed
r. Offer Contract to Head Football Coach Paul Kulaski - Passed
s. Offer Contract to Head Volleyball Coach Kaley Hansen - Passed
t. Offer Contract to Assistant Volleyball Coach Audrey Radtke - Passed
u. Offer Contract to Assistant Football Coach Ciche Pitcher - Passed
v. Offer Contract to Head Boys’ JH Basketball Coach Dustin Keltner - Passed
w. Offer Contract to Assistant Boys’ JH Basketball Coach Heather Rich - Tabled
x. Offer Contract to Flag Football Coach Ricco Barkell - Passed
y. Offer Contract to Head JH Volleyball Coach Brandi Morales - Tabled
z. Offer Contract to Assistant JH Volleyball Coach Madison Lewis - Tabled
aa. Approve Renewal of K12 Montana Technology Contract - Passed
bb. Approve Renewal of Montana School Board Association Membership - Passed
cc. Canvas Trustee Election Votes in accordance with MCA 20-20-415 - Passed
dd. Certification of Election Votes in accordance with MCA 20-20-416
ee. Oath of Office to All Board Members, New and Returning
ff. Reorganize the Board of Trustees
gg. Appointment of the Clerk - Passed

Summer Food Program Information 2026

Philipsburg Schools will again be offering the summer food program for students at Granite High School. We have hired Becky Elliott to be the Summer Food Coordinator. This year we will be utilizing a grab-and-go style breakfast and lunch. Students or parents will pick up breakfast and or lunches at listed times and take them home or from school to another setting to eat and enjoy.

Times:
Breakfast pick up: 8:30am-9:30 am

Lunch pick up: 12:00pm-1:00pm

*Please email Ms. Becky at: elliottb@pburg.k12.mt.us at least thirty-minutes before pick up to have your meal reserved. If you have multiple students you can send one email but please add how many meals you desire for the day to meet your families needs.

Thanks for reading and have a great summer!

Tom Gates

Attention Parent(s), This evening Philipsburg administration was notified by the Philipsburg Sheriff's Office that a GHS student possibly made a threat on social media earlier this evening or today. The Philipsburg Sheriff's office conducted an investigation on the matter and this incident has been deemed resolved by the Sheriff's office at this point. Student and staff safety is always our top priority and is always taken very seriously. The school will be a conducting our own investigation into this particular matter ensuring school policy is followed. School will be open as normal tomorrow. We will be taking proper safety precautions to ensure safety for all. Thanks for reading. Tom Gates

Congratulations to the Granite High School girls track team for getting first place at the 13C district meet! Congratulations to the Granite High School boys track team for getting 3rd place at the 13C district meet! Thank you to the coaches and athletes! Now onto divisionals next Friday and Saturday in Missoula. Go Prospectors!

* FYI: If going to the district track meet tomorrow, admission is $8 for adults and $6 for students. *

High School Track @ Districts in Missoula tomorrow, Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16. Leave time is 6:45 am. High School Tennis @ Panther Open in Boulder, May 15 and May 16. Go Prospectors!

Montana Tech Volleyball & Basketball Camp forms will come home today & tomorrow! If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Keltner @ keltnerd@pburg.k12.mt.us

PPS May School Board Agenda Public Notice! May 14th, 2026 GHS Board Room 5:30 PM See attached picture

Reminder: Junior High football informational meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12 at 5:00 in the cafeteria. This is going to be a quick meeting to see who is interested in flag or tackle football for all incoming 5th-8th graders. Thank you!

Kindergarten Roundup

High school track meet in Dillon tomorrow, Saturday, May 9th. Leave time is 6:30 am. Last regular season meet! Go Prospectors!

Out of District Enrollment Forms are due for the 2026-2027 school year by 4:00pm on the first Monday in June 2026. If you need a form you can get one at GHS prior to the due date. Thanks for looking, Tom Gates Link to video on finding form and information on Out of District Enrollment: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/NLLeDqkwogQ?ra=m

One of the Summer Camps being offered this summer is Hunter’s Education. If your student is the age of 12 before hunting season begins (October 24th) if they turn 12 during hunting season, they may still sign up, they just can’t hunt until their birthday. You may use the link below and sign them up! This will be offered at Philipsburg School, June 22nd-June 25th, 2026.

https://www.register-ed.com/programs/montana/32-montana-hunter-education-classroom-course

Don't forget to order your yearbook! They are $50 if you pay before we hand them out (Monday, May 18th) or $55 the day of! If you would like to order you can do it online on the school website or talk to/ email Mrs.Hansen!

Thanks to everyone who voted and to everyone who ran for the school board election! Congratulations to Karl Kanduch and Genevieve Kulaski! The official canvassing of the votes will take place at the May 14, 2026 board meeting.

May 4th through May 8th is Teacher Appreciation Week! Here at Philipsburg Schools, we are incredibly grateful for our teachers, paraprofessionals, and staff who show up every day for our students and community. Our educators wear many hats—they are not only teachers, but mentors, coaches, role models, parents, referees, and active members of our school who go above and beyond in countless ways. Your dedication, patience, and passion do not go unnoticed. The time, energy, and heart you pour into your classrooms and into the lives of our students make a lasting impact far beyond the school walls. You help shape not only academic success, but confidence, character, and a sense of belonging. Thank you for your hard work, your commitment, and the difference you make each and every day. We appreciate you more than words can express!