


Gwen Bolstad Memorial Teachers Scholarhip
The Bolstad Family is offering a scholarship to members, of local communities, pursuing a career in education.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, senior, master's, or PhD student at a college or university.
- Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the field of education with the intention of becoming a K-12 teacher, school administrator, or pursuing a related career in K-12 education (such as school counseling or speech-language pathology).
- Applicants must have graduated from one of the following high schools: Culbertson Public High School, Bainville Public High School, Medicine Lake Public High School, or Froid Public High School, Plentywood High School.
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A public hearing for the transfer of territory from Bainville K-12 District No.64 and Culbertson School District No.17 to Froid School Districts No. 65 & 65E will be held on January 16, 2026 at 10:00am in the Roosevelt County Courtroom.
Those parties interested in giving testimony for or against the transfers of territory are invited to come and be heard. Molly Lloyd, designated representative of County Superintendent of Roosevelt County, Montana.





These roles can be broken down into three main categories: **Student Development**, **School Culture**, and **Community Impact**.
1. Student Development (The Educational Role)
At its core, athletics is an extension of the classroom—often referred to as "co-curricular" rather than "extra-curricular."
* **Academic Performance:** Contrary to the belief that sports distract from study, data consistently shows that student-athletes tend to have higher GPAs, better attendance, and lower dropout rates than non-athletes. The requirement to maintain eligibility forces students to prioritize time management.
* **Soft Skills & Character:** Sports are a primary vehicle for teaching "soft skills" that are difficult to lecture on in a classroom:
* **Resilience:** Learning to handle failure (losing a game) and recover quickly.
* **Teamwork:** Collaborating with people you may not personally like to achieve a common goal.
* **Leadership:** Learning to motivate others and take responsibility for group outcomes.
* **Physical & Mental Health:** Athletics establish lifelong habits of physical activity. They also provide a critical outlet for stress, anxiety, and energy, which is increasingly important given rising rates of adolescent mental health issues.
2. School Culture (The Institutional Role)
Athletics often serve as the "Front Porch" of the high school—it is the most visible part of the school to the outside world.
* **School Spirit & Identity:** A sports team gives the student body a common identity ("We are the Tigers"). This shared identity fosters a sense of belonging and pride, which can improve overall school climate and reduce behavioral issues.
* **Inclusivity & Integration:** Sports can bridge social divides. On a field, students from different socioeconomic backgrounds, races, and academic tracks interact as equals.
* **Engagement:** For some students, the opportunity to play sports is the primary motivation for coming to school. It serves as the "hook" that keeps them engaged in the educational system.
3. Community Impact (The Civic Role)
In many towns, especially smaller ones, the high school football or basketball game is the primary social event of the week.
* **Community Unification:** High school sports bring together diverse members of the community (parents, alumni, local business owners) who might otherwise never interact.
* **Inter-generational Connection:** Alumni often return to watch games, creating a bond between current students and past generations.
* **Economic Driver:** In some regions, high school sports drive local economic activity through ticket sales, concessions, and travel (hotels/restaurants for tournaments).





