Hardin Public Schools

HARDIN LOCATION UPDATE: Child Find Developmental Screening
Please note that screening will take place at the Primary School Gym — not the KRC as previously listed.
We apologize for any confusion and look forward to seeing families at the updated location. Thank you for your understanding!

Sports Dates: Reminder Sports physicals Aug 11-12th @ Big Horn Academy
Start Dates- HS FB/VB/XC/Cheer/FlagFB Aug 15th
MS FB/VB/XC/SB Aug 18th
Fall Sports Kick Off Parent Meeting Aug 14th at the FB Stadium 5:00 PM

HCAC Crow Fair Shower Hours. Friday August 15th-Sunday August 17th. Please see attached flyer for information.

Child Find is right around the corner and we encourage all parents with children from birth to 5 years old to attend. This is a developmental screening to make sure your child is meeting age specific milestones. The screening is free and will be held at the Kindergarten Readiness Center on August 5th from 9am-3pm. No appointments are needed. If you would like to register your 4 year old for preschool, they must be four by September 10th, potty trained and have all required documents to attend Hardin School District.

Apsáalooke Elders Storytelling Night Wednesday, July 16, 2025 5:30 PM Crow Agency Public School Cafeteria

HCAC will not be open tomorrow due to a mechanical issue. We are working on this and should be back up and running Monday. Thank you for understanding

The phones are still down at the HCAC. We are open if you are trying to call. You can also find the schedule under the HCAC link on the district website. Thank you for understanding!!

Congratulations to Mr. Scott Flatlip!

We’re proud to announce that Mr. Flatlip has been named High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year by SHAPE Montana!

This honor recognizes his dedication, professionalism, and passion for promoting health and physical education. SHAPE Montana is a statewide organization supporting PE teachers through training, resources, and conferences.

Mr. Flatlip will officially receive his award at the SHAPE Montana Annual Conference in Great Falls on August 5th.

Hardin High School is lucky to have such an outstanding educator!

Calling All Educators!
You're invited to the Gathering of Strong Hearted Warriors. A powerful two-day event to uplift, connect, and empower educators.

August 2–3, 2025
Medicine Tail Coulee, Garryowen, Montana
Sponsored by NEA – CAPE Grant and the National Education Association (NEA)

There will be food, games, knowledge, ceremony and prayer, music, traditional clothing, and horses. Stay for a powerful space of learning, sharing, and healing.

This is an event to preserve culture, share wisdom, and strengthen future generations through education and community. Ahóoh

For more information please contact:
Lucy Real Bird – (406) 860-2806

The phones at the HCAC are currently down. We are open until 4pm today. We will be closed Friday-Sunday. Happy 4th of July!!!

HCAC July 2025 Hours of Operation

Please see the attached agenda for this week's Board of Trustees meeting: https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/agenda Please note this meeting will be on WEDNESDAY and moving forward regular board meetings will be at the Family Engagement Center (636 W. 5th St.) unless otherwise noted.

Thank you to everyone that had a hand in getting the tennis courts resurfaced. They look awesome and we can't wait to see our kids and the community play on them. Please do not put tape on these for pickleball. The old courts are available for this.

From Coach Carleton Due to extremely low sign up numbers, we unfortunately have to cancel our middle school football camp. Little guy and high school camp are still going forward as planned. Thanks

Summer Learning Opportunity! Join us this July for an engaging and culturally-rooted summer class designed to inspire, connect, and empower! Dates: July 7–11 Location: Little Big Horn College Focus: Curriculum development using picture books, Crow language resources, and local hero stories This is a chance to build meaningful lessons that center Native knowledge and student voice. For more info or to register, contact Amberly Howe: (406) 665-9305 amberly.howe@hardin.k12.mt.us Let’s learn, plan, and grow together this summer! Ahóoh

Calling all kids! During LBHD week bring in your best drawing with the theme of Legends of The West. The lifeguards will be voting on their favorite artwork. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will win a punch pass. Be on the look out for more weekly contests at the HCAC!

Hardin Rodeo Club Hardin High School/Junior High Rodeo Club is excited to announce that we have 2 Bulldogs representing Montana at the National High School and Junior High Level. After competing in Fall and Spring Rodeos 5 of our members made it to their respective state finals. For High School: Caidynce Warren (Barrels, Poles and Breakaway), Levi Noyes (Saddle Bronc Riding), John Mangan (Bull Riding), and Sailee Redding (Goats, Breakaway, and Poles) and for Junior High: Shane Redding (Bull Riding). Levi Noyes and Shane Redding sealed their tickets to Nationals. Shane will compete in Des Moines, Iowa June 22-28 and Levi will compete in Rock Springs, Wyoming July 13th-19th.

Please see the attached agenda for a special Board of Trustees meeting on Friday June 13th at Noon: https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/agenda

The Wellness Committee's Smart Snack idea for June is Agua Fresca. Agua Fresca is a fun and easy way to hydrate as the days get warmer. Use it in place of high sugar drinks and energy drinks.