Reminder Transportation Notice – Service Suspension
Dear Colstrip Families,
Due to circumstances beyond our control, Colstrip Public Schools will be suspending all morning and afternoon bus routes effective October 1st, 2025. Until we are able to hire additional drivers, we will not be able to provide transportation.
This means that parents and guardians will be responsible for getting their children to and from school until further notice. Absences related to lack of transportation will not be considered exempt.
We understand this creates a significant hardship for many families and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, like many districts across Montana and the nation, we are experiencing a severe driver shortage.
We remain committed to restoring service as quickly as possible and will notify families immediately when new drivers are hired and routes can resume.
If your student has been a part of the one-route system, please call Britney Allen at Central Office to inquire about an Individual transportation contract.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this transportation crisis.
Sincerely,
Colstrip Public Schools
Monday, October 13, 2025
Notice is hereby given to the governing Board and general public that a regular meeting of the Governing Board for the Colstrip School District #19 will be held Monday October 13, 2025 beginning at 6:00 PM. The meeting can be attended at Colstrip High School in the Lower Level Commons. Entry through Door 24 from the Lower Parking Lot. The meeting can also be attended electronically through Google Meet:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/mno-vizy-toy
Or dial: (US) +1 585-491-9339 PIN: 240 640 120#
CHS Volleyball will play Lame Deer at 5:00 PM today in the Elementary School Gym (ARG).
FBMS Football will play Lame Deer at 6:00 PM today on the Elementary School Field.
$20.00 each or 2XL and 3XL $22.00
Pink Night FB - 10/10
Pink Night VB - 10/21
If you would like one, please let Steph at CHS know.
Families living within the Colstrip School District are eligible.
To learn more or schedule an appointment, please contact Jennifer Arneson at (406) 748-4699, ext. 4043.
Basketball season is just around the corner, and Colstrip Public Schools is seeking dedicated coaches to join our program.
Middle School Girls Basketball – Season begins October 13. We currently have three openings, including Head Coach.
Middle School Boys Basketball – Season begins December 15. We have two assistant coach positions available.
High School Basketball (Boys & Girls) – We are also accepting applications for both head coach and assistant coach positions.
If you are passionate about working with student-athletes and helping them grow both on and off the court, we encourage you to apply.
For more information or to express interest, please contact:
Rich Slater, Activities Director
📞 406-748-4699
📧 richard.slater@colstrip.k12.mt.us
A retirement celebration will be held at Colstrip High School Cafeteria on Friday 10/3/2025 at 3pm. All members of the community are invited to attend. This event is open to students, families, staff, and anyone who would like to show appreciation for Toni's years of service.
Dear Colstrip Families,
Due to circumstances beyond our control, Colstrip Public Schools will be suspending all morning and afternoon bus routes effective October 1st, 2025. Until we are able to hire additional drivers, we will not be able to provide transportation.
This means that parents and guardians will be responsible for getting their children to and from school until further notice. Absences related to lack of transportation will not be considered exempt.
We understand this creates a significant hardship for many families and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, like many districts across Montana and the nation, we are experiencing a severe driver shortage.
We remain committed to restoring service as quickly as possible and will notify families immediately when new drivers are hired and routes can resume.
If your student has been a part of the one-route system, please call Britney Allen at Central Office to inquire about an Individual transportation contract.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this transportation crisis.
Sincerely,
Colstrip Public Schools
Transportation Notice:
Due to a shortage of drivers, Colstrip Schools will continue operating a single-route transportation system until further notice for both morning and afternoon routes.
Please review the attached schedule for your child’s pick-up and drop-off times and bus stop location. Remember Fridays PM route will be one hour earlier.
If your child’s regular stop is not listed, transportation will not be available during this time. For safety reasons, students may only board at their assigned stop, as seating is limited.
Please note that absences due to lack of transportation will not be considered exempt.
We recognize this change may cause challenges for families and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this adjustment.
Monday, September 22, 2025
Notice is hereby given to the governing Board and general public that a regular meeting of the Governing Board for the Colstrip School District #19 will be held Monday September 22, 2025, beginning at 6:00 PM. The meeting can be attended at Colstrip High School in the Lower Level Commons. Entry through Door 24 from the Lower Parking Lot.
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/mno-vizy-toy
Or dial: (US) +1 585-491-9339 PIN: 240 640 120#
https://go.boarddocs.com/mt/cpsd19/Board.nsf/vpublic?open
