UPDATE ON HCAC!!! Please read!!!!! Lessons will continue tomorrow as scheduled.
ATTENTION! Our main pool circulation pump has gone down. We are trying to get it repaired as quickly as possible. We will keep our pools closed through the day. The fitness center and showers will be in operation. The hot tub will remain open during normal scheduled pool hours. If our main pool pump is running by the end of the afternoon we will be open for swimming this evening. We will keep you posted. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Presenters for Teacher Jenny Casino Crow Science class included Lynette Two Bulls of YellowBird Traditional Food Ways located in Lame Deer, Montana; Cheyenne Robinson of Native Food Sovereignty Project Coordinator and our very own Eleanor Ross, Farm to School Director. The students had the opportunity to do some tasting of different plants. They collected samples of edible and medicinal plants. They learned about the different uses, the significance in indigenous cultures and how traditional foods fit into food access. To end the week of class, the students and their teacher walked to the Hardin food bank and did some planting. Thank you Elle for organizing the speakers this week and the fun activity at the end. Thank you to our partners Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council. A'ho
The high school Crow Science teacher Jenny Casino invited presenters for week 2 that covered Plant Science, Usage and Ecology. Nicole Real Bird presented on the Crow Language of the Native Plants and taught the students how to say the words in the Crow Language along with the translations. She also discussed some of the uses in traditional healing and practices in ceremonies. Deshawna Anderson presented on the posters she made and discussed the purpose for them. Lastly, Keianna "Kat" Cachora discussed the different plants that you can make teas and gave the students a hands on learning experience. Thank you to our partners the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders council.
During the last field trip to the Bighorn National forest, presenters Timothy Kaldahl and Noel Two Leggins presented on the cultural, wellness and the significance of the Medicine Wheel. The workshop included initiative games, strategies on dealing with stress and coping skills. The students also participated in a rock, papers, scissors tournament. On the way home, the group enjoyed a picnic together. Thank you to our partners the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders council.
During the mental and emotional health week, Josh Stewart and Scott Flat Lip shared their inspirational stories and experiences with the high school summer school students. They focused on cultural & wellness, coping mechanisms, social emotional awareness, having a growth mindset and preserving through when life gets challenging.
Thank you to our partners Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders council.
Hardin Primary summer school staff invited Sunny Gardner to do a presentation on the Crow teepee. She discussed the historic ways of living from the past to the present. She also displayed her beautiful teepee lining and demonstrated how you would tie it to the teepee.
The Hardin Academy had an open house last week. Along with the open house, they had a Pow-wow and recognized their graduates. THA would like to thank everyone involved in the process. Mr. Sidwell would also like to extend an invite to anyone that would like to view the building.
The Crow Agency School Mini Powwow had a great turn out last month. The Crow School Dance Troupe and their music teacher, Verleen Holds did a great job organizing the event. Thank you to all the dancers, drum group and emcee as well as the community in supporting this event. A'ho
Last month, the education association (union) presidents and executive directors from ID, WA, OR, HI, AK, AZ, WY, and NV as well as staff and executive committee members from the National Education Association visited Crow Agency Public school. They came from afar to see our language immersion program. They also had the opportunity to see a show case by a few of our Crow Agency dancers. Thank you, Amanda Curtis, for setting this up, it was a great honor to have you choose our district to visit. Thank you to our dancers, drum group and emcee. A'ho
Danielle Arnoux of One Health and Stevie Robinson who works with Phoenix, specializes in Recovery Yoga both shared their expertise and experience with Mrs. Jenny Casino’s summer school class. Some of the topics covered mindfulness and meditation techniques for managing stress, breathing exercises and stretches. We are grateful for Danielle and Stevie for taking time to share their stories with our youth. A’ho
We also like to thank our partners Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council.
Last week, Hardin high school teacher, Mrs. Jenny Casino kicked off her Crow Science class by inviting wellness educator Kasey Nicholson to pump up her students for a great summer session. Mr. Nicholson did what he knows best by Inspire, Empower and Motivate the students for a great class. A'ho Kasey.
We also like to thank our partners Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council.
Updated HCAC schedule for summer hours this month
Please see the attached agenda for next week's Board of Trustees meeting: https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/agenda
POOL PARTY!!! Friday June 7th from 5:30pm-8:00pm (building closes at 8:30). $2 swimming for all ages. Sassy sips will be on the patio along with our snack shack which will offer ice cream and snacks. We have yard games on the patio with sprinklers and swimming galore inside. Come join us for some Friday night pool fun!
The HCAC parking lot will be closed as well as the entrance ramp for parking today Wednesday June 5th through Monday June 10th . The building is still OPEN and we will be running normal summer swimming hours. Parking is available on the street or HS parking lot. You can walk up the entrance ramp just please do not park on the ramp.
Thank you!
Congratulation to
Ben Bird - 1600 Meter Champ, State Class A record 4:17.71
MaKenna Torske - Class A State High Jump Champion
Free Children's Sack Meals to go!
Upper housing turnaround in Crow
Monday - Friday 10:30am - 11:30 am
Send your kiddos over for a free sack lunch and breakfast for the next morning!
Crow Agency School honored and celebrated Crow Language Teacher Reva Little Owl Not Afraid at the Crow School powwow. She was surrounded by loved ones as she danced during the honor song. Congratulations on an outstanding career and your retirement. Thank you for 35 years of countless lives you've impacted. Your legacy as an educator will continue forever.
Crow Agency School honored school nurse Renee Lehman after 17 years of service at the Crow School Powwow. The staff and students danced with her as she was being honored. Congratulations on your retirement!
