SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE: A bear was sighted on the overpass today Sept. 25 at approximately at 2:00 PM. The Colstrip PD asks that all students stay off the bike paths this weekend until they give further notice. There will be an office patrolling the area.
CPS Activities Notice: It's official, Homecoming will be at home!!! Please see the attached schedule of Homecoming events and parade route! Note that the Homecoming Coronation will be at 6:30 PM PRIOR to the game. Hope to see everyone there!
CHS Activities Notice: No Drumline practice tonight, Wednesday, September 23rd.
FBMS Athletic Notice: Middle School football practice has been cancelled for today, Wednesday, September 23rd.
Due to lack of player availability, the JV Football game in Roundup on Monday September 28th has been cancelled.
Hi all,
The time is here! We will have our rehearsal for the community Pep Band this Thursday, September 24th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. If you would like to participate, please reach out to Mr. Croft, and he will send you the music. Please let him know if you need to rent an instrument. Since this is a fundraiser for band students going on the trip it will be $20 if you bring your own instrument and $40 if you need to rent one. We will see you Thursday!
For those Drumline alumni in town, we will be having a rehearsal on Monday, September 28th from 6:30 to 8:00. Please come and join us!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Croft at trey.croft@colstrip.k12.mt.us
The time is here! We will have our rehearsal for the community Pep Band this Thursday, September 24th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. If you would like to participate, please reach out to Mr. Croft, and he will send you the music. Please let him know if you need to rent an instrument. Since this is a fundraiser for band students going on the trip it will be $20 if you bring your own instrument and $40 if you need to rent one. We will see you Thursday!
For those Drumline alumni in town, we will be having a rehearsal on Monday, September 28th from 6:30 to 8:00. Please come and join us!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Croft at trey.croft@colstrip.k12.mt.us
Please welcome Holly Bailey as the interim Pine Butte Elementary School Principal.
Updated CPS Activities 9/21-9/26- Due to a lack of officials, CHS Football at Joliet will be THURSDAY, September 24th at 7:00 PM. CHS Volleyball had a time change and will play at 4:00 PM on Thursday in Columbus, instead of 4:30.
FRANK BRATTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
The FBMS football game in Joliet on Saturday 9/19 has been postponed due to weather. We will attempt to reschedule at a later date.
The FBMS football game in Joliet on Saturday 9/19 has been postponed due to weather. We will attempt to reschedule at a later date.
Homecoming Week is almost here!
Get ready to show your school spirit during Colstrip Public Schools’ Homecoming Dress-Up Days, September 28–October 2! Check out the attached flyer for the daily themes and start planning your outfits!
A full schedule of Homecoming events will be coming soon. We can’t wait to celebrate with our students, staff, families, and community!
Get ready to show your school spirit during Colstrip Public Schools’ Homecoming Dress-Up Days, September 28–October 2! Check out the attached flyer for the daily themes and start planning your outfits!
A full schedule of Homecoming events will be coming soon. We can’t wait to celebrate with our students, staff, families, and community!
CHS NEWS-- Congratulations to our 2026 CHS Homecoming Royalty!
Freshman Prince: Ervin Elliott
Freshman Princess: Alexis Naillon
Sophomore Prince: Aaron Grafton
Sophomore Princess: Lillianna Littlebird
Junior Prince: Nicolas Gomez Florez
Junior Princess: Rachel Stephens
Homecoming King Candidates:
Ethan Goodluck
Ethan Krebs
Tristan Shouse
Homecoming Queen Candidates:
Aurianna Beatty
Carly Quiroz
Adalynn Vincent
Transportation Notice: The Muddy Cluster Bus is currently delayed by about 40 minutes and did not depart until 6:40 AM. We apologize for the delay and appreciate your patience. Students will be picked up as soon as possible, and any resulting tardies will be excused.
COMMUNITY PEP BAND!
Community members:
Please consider sharing your musical talent with the Colstrip Pep Band as part of this year’s Homecoming festivities.
We welcome anyone who wants to play with the pep band at the homecoming football game on October 2nd at 6:30 pm!
The first community rehearsal is scheduled for September 24th from 6-8 pm in the CHS Band room. If you have a horn, bring it. If you need to borrow one, we will have them available to rent.
$50 rentals will contribute to student funds for the Summer 2027 Band trip to New Orleans.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Croft at: trey.croft@colstrip.k12.mt.us.
We look forward to seeing you!
Community members:
Please consider sharing your musical talent with the Colstrip Pep Band as part of this year’s Homecoming festivities.
We welcome anyone who wants to play with the pep band at the homecoming football game on October 2nd at 6:30 pm!
The first community rehearsal is scheduled for September 24th from 6-8 pm in the CHS Band room. If you have a horn, bring it. If you need to borrow one, we will have them available to rent.
$50 rentals will contribute to student funds for the Summer 2027 Band trip to New Orleans.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Croft at: trey.croft@colstrip.k12.mt.us.
We look forward to seeing you!
Highschool pool is open!
Early Morning Lap Swim 5-6:30 am Mon-Thur
After School Open Swim 4-6 pm Mon-Thur, dependant on swim lessons schedule, may vary some weeks.
Wet Vest Class/Lap Swim 1-2 pm Mon-Thur, must be here to attend by 1:15pm or doors will be locked.
Any school related events could affect this swim time depending on school activites happening that day. Please call Ext. 4203 for info.
Want to have a pool party? Please call and make a reservation in advance to discuss details
Early Morning Lap Swim 5-6:30 am Mon-Thur
After School Open Swim 4-6 pm Mon-Thur, dependant on swim lessons schedule, may vary some weeks.
Wet Vest Class/Lap Swim 1-2 pm Mon-Thur, must be here to attend by 1:15pm or doors will be locked.
Any school related events could affect this swim time depending on school activites happening that day. Please call Ext. 4203 for info.
Want to have a pool party? Please call and make a reservation in advance to discuss details
Updated CPS Athletics and Activities 9/14-9/19
Regular Board Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026
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 14, 2026 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 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
Monday, September 14, 2026
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 14, 2026 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 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
CHS Athletic Notice: Due to a lack of officials the JV football game at Huntley Project on Monday has been cancelled.
Dear Parents, Guardians, and School Community,
At approximately 10:09, our school received a phone call regarding a potential bomb threat. We immediately activated our emergency protocols and contacted local law enforcement, who arrived promptly to assist.
Following a swift investigation and interviews with several students, administration determined that the report was based on an unsubstantiated rumor and was not directed toward our school. At no point were our students or staff in any danger.
Once cleared by police, we lifted emergency procedures and resumed our normal daily schedule.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We appreciate the rapid response of our local police department and thank our students and staff for their calm and orderly cooperation.
Sincerely,
Bart Bailey
Principal
Colstrip High School
At approximately 10:09, our school received a phone call regarding a potential bomb threat. We immediately activated our emergency protocols and contacted local law enforcement, who arrived promptly to assist.
Following a swift investigation and interviews with several students, administration determined that the report was based on an unsubstantiated rumor and was not directed toward our school. At no point were our students or staff in any danger.
Once cleared by police, we lifted emergency procedures and resumed our normal daily schedule.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We appreciate the rapid response of our local police department and thank our students and staff for their calm and orderly cooperation.
Sincerely,
Bart Bailey
Principal
Colstrip High School
FBMS Football Update: The Jamboree in Red Lodge has been cancelled for Saturday 9/12
Attention Pine Butte Parents:
The Rosebud County Public Health Department has requested that Colstrip Schools send a note advising parents that there have been cases of head lice reported at Pine Butte Elementary School.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that students with live head lice be treated and return to school after appropriate treatment has begun.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Rosebud County Public Health Department at 406-346-2156.
Jennifer Arneson
Health Office Supervisor
The Rosebud County Public Health Department has requested that Colstrip Schools send a note advising parents that there have been cases of head lice reported at Pine Butte Elementary School.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that students with live head lice be treated and return to school after appropriate treatment has begun.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Rosebud County Public Health Department at 406-346-2156.
Jennifer Arneson
Health Office Supervisor
