We had 8 Bitterroot Polytech students participate in a 2-day wilderness first aid safety and CPR training at the end of April. They were awarded certificates from AERIE Backcountry Medicine. In addition to CPR, they learned the basics of wound management, splinting, patient assessment, improvised care and management of hot & cold emergencies in the outdoors.
HSD is aware of an email circulating that refers to a "Sponsor Spotlight." Please note that neither the email nor "Sponsor Spotlight" are affiliated with Hamilton School District. Please contact the District Office at 363-2280 with any questions.
Bitterroot Polytech Charter School and Hamilton High School students attended a forklift safety and theory course yesterday morning with the Montana Building Industry Association (MBIA) Grip Safety instructor Monty Jensen. They then had the opportunity to visit Pigman Builders' yard to see a telehandler forklift in person. Students were able to directly apply some of the classroom material to the field experience. A special THANK YOU to Pigman Builders for their partnership in this program and for hosting our students! This is a great example of how the Hamilton School District is giving our students real world experiences & opportunities that prepare them for the workforce! Go Broncs!
Sophomore Anthony Steuerwald has distinguished himself as one of the most exceptional mathematics students in the state. His performance at the Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Math Contest held earlier this year placed him in the top 2% of students statewide—an achievement that reflects not only his deep conceptual understanding, but also his ability to think critically under pressure. Consistently demonstrating precision, creativity, and perseverance, he approaches complex problems with confidence and curiosity. His success serves as a testament to his strong work ethic and genuine passion for mathematics, setting a high standard for academic excellence among his peers.
Anthony deserves a tremendous shout out, and all of us at Hamilton High School are incredibly proud of his academic accomplishments. Earning a top 2% ranking in the state is no small feat, especially as he competed against students from all grade levels across Montana. This achievement highlights not only his exceptional mathematical ability, but also his dedication, discipline, and drive to excel. Anthony’s success stands as an inspiring example of what hard work and passion can achieve.
Great job Anthony! We are proud of you! – HHS Math Department!
Anthony deserves a tremendous shout out, and all of us at Hamilton High School are incredibly proud of his academic accomplishments. Earning a top 2% ranking in the state is no small feat, especially as he competed against students from all grade levels across Montana. This achievement highlights not only his exceptional mathematical ability, but also his dedication, discipline, and drive to excel. Anthony’s success stands as an inspiring example of what hard work and passion can achieve.
Great job Anthony! We are proud of you! – HHS Math Department!
The Friends of Hamilton Schools Foundation, Inc. is raising money to help our HHS Science Olympiad team travel to the University of Southern California to compete at the NATIONAL Science Olympiad competition!
To donate, please go to:
https://bit.ly/4bbIUJ5
To donate, please go to:
https://bit.ly/4bbIUJ5
Hamilton Community,
Please take a moment to read the below letter from Superintendent Thennis regarding yesterday's school trustee election and the outcomes of the proposed safety & technology levies.
Go Broncs!
Please take a moment to read the below letter from Superintendent Thennis regarding yesterday's school trustee election and the outcomes of the proposed safety & technology levies.
Go Broncs!
Have you turned in your ballot yet? If not, they are due TOMORROW (Tuesday, May 5)! You can drop them off at the Ravalli County Administrative Building (215 S 4th Street) 8AM-8PM! And don't forget that a new law requires you to provide your birth year on the outside of your tan ballot envelope in addition to your signature!
If you still need information on the safety & technology levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
If you still need information on the safety & technology levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
Please join us at the Mineshaft Pasty Co (111 N. 2nd Street) on Wednesday, May 6th, 5-7PM to see the AMAZING art created by our HHS Advanced and AP art students!!
Please join us for our last HSD3 levy information night on Wed, April 29, 6-7PM in the Daly Elementary Library!
There will be a presentation from Superintendent Thennis and then a chance to ask any questions you may have!
If you want to learn more about the proposed levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
There will be a presentation from Superintendent Thennis and then a chance to ask any questions you may have!
If you want to learn more about the proposed levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
Here are some photos and an update from Coach Antonioli on the HHS Envirothon teams trip to the state competition...
Photo 1: HHS Bronc Envirothon Teams: Coyotes (4th place in Oral Presentation) & Minks (5th place in Oral Presentation)
Photo 2: Panna & Soshi planting willows to prevent sediments from running into the stream
Photo 3: Ashlynn, Alyvia, Panna & Bailey on a field trip to Belt, MT to learn about non-point source pollution. They toured a $13 million water treatment plant that adds lime to combat acidic water from abandoned mines.
Special recognition to senior Payton Torres for 2nd place in Wildlife and to junior Panna Kari for 3rd place in Forestry.
Ms. V and Ms. A are incredibly proud of all of our Envirothon students who have spent many, many hours getting ready for this competition! Congrats on a great season!
Still have questions about the HSD3 proposed levies? Please join us for our HSD3 levy information nights!
Superintendent Thennis will make a presentation at 6PM. Afterwards, he and other HSD3 representatives will be available to answer your questions:
Mon, April 27th, 6-8PM in the Hamilton Middle School Auditorium
Wed, April 29th, 6-8PM in the Daly Elementary library
In the meantime, please visit our levy webpage to get more information:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
Superintendent Thennis will make a presentation at 6PM. Afterwards, he and other HSD3 representatives will be available to answer your questions:
Mon, April 27th, 6-8PM in the Hamilton Middle School Auditorium
Wed, April 29th, 6-8PM in the Daly Elementary library
In the meantime, please visit our levy webpage to get more information:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
Wondering about the cost of the proposed safety & technology levies?
For approximately $10/month, a homeowner with a $500,000 home can support both levies!
The Hamilton School District is committed to fiscal responsibility & the continued success of our students. Our goals are to protect the safety of our students & staff while preparing all of our graduates to enter the workforce, trades and/or college!
Our families deserve safe schools that focus on student achievement & maintain basic technology infrastructure! To maintain that focus, we MUST take critical steps to ensure that we can fund the ever increasing costs of safety & technology. This is accomplished through the passage of our proposed levies.
To get more information on the levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
For approximately $10/month, a homeowner with a $500,000 home can support both levies!
The Hamilton School District is committed to fiscal responsibility & the continued success of our students. Our goals are to protect the safety of our students & staff while preparing all of our graduates to enter the workforce, trades and/or college!
Our families deserve safe schools that focus on student achievement & maintain basic technology infrastructure! To maintain that focus, we MUST take critical steps to ensure that we can fund the ever increasing costs of safety & technology. This is accomplished through the passage of our proposed levies.
To get more information on the levies, please visit:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
HHS AP Environmental Science students Panna & Ellie performing a serial dilution. Doing the math was equally fun!!
The Hamilton School District is committed to the safety & well-being of all of our students and staff! Please take a moment to read the below letter of support from Hamilton Police Department Chief Snavely regarding our proposed Safety & Technology Levies.
You can visit the levy webpage to learn more:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
You can visit the levy webpage to learn more:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
Please join us for our HSD3 levy information nights!
We will be presenting information and be available to answer your questions:
Mon, April 27th, 6-8PM in the Hamilton Middle School Auditorium
Wed, April 29th, 6-8PM in the Daly Elementary library
In the meantime, please visit our levy webpage to get more information:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
We will be presenting information and be available to answer your questions:
Mon, April 27th, 6-8PM in the Hamilton Middle School Auditorium
Wed, April 29th, 6-8PM in the Daly Elementary library
In the meantime, please visit our levy webpage to get more information:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
#ForHamilton
Reminder: Monday, April 20th is a PD Day, so there is no school for all students. Enjoy your day off!
Still have questions about the HSD3 Safety & Technology levies? Please take a few moments to watch some short videos we created so you can learn more about the proposed levies directly from some of our administrators & staff!
The videos are available on the district YouTube channel at:
https://bit.ly/4cutbW8
#ForHamilton
The videos are available on the district YouTube channel at:
https://bit.ly/4cutbW8
#ForHamilton
Don't forget to join us TOMORROW (Thurs, April 16) at the Mineshaft Pasty Co to learn more about the HSD3 Safety & Technology levies! We will have presentations by our superintendent and SRO starting at 9. District staff will stay until 11 to answers any questions you may have! We hope to see you there!
You can also get all the details here:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
You can also get all the details here:
https://www.hsd3.org/o/hsd/page/2026-levy
On April 20, 2026, Hamilton Middle School will be working with local Emergency Services to conduct a simulated emergency drill. This date is a Professional Development day for teachers and is a no school day for students. To make this drill a meaningful exercise for all parties involved, we are seeking the assistance of approximately 100 middle school students and their parents/guardians. A primary focus of this exercise will be the relocation of students to an offsite location, followed by the reunification of these students with their families. If you and your child/children are willing to participate in this drill, please contact the HMS office at 406-363-2121.
Please see the below graphic for a timeline and for more details for the April 20th drill.
This exercise is part of Hamilton School District’s ongoing efforts to keep Hamilton Schools a safe learning environment for our students and to better prepare our staff and students for emergency situations.
We appreciate your ongoing support and partnership with Hamilton Schools!
Please see the below graphic for a timeline and for more details for the April 20th drill.
This exercise is part of Hamilton School District’s ongoing efforts to keep Hamilton Schools a safe learning environment for our students and to better prepare our staff and students for emergency situations.
We appreciate your ongoing support and partnership with Hamilton Schools!
HHS tennis update from Coach Dufresne:
Your Hamilton Bronc tennis team battled intervalley rival Corvallis last Thursday, and what a day of tennis it was.
The girls varsity team won 4-3. Returning state champion Ciara Hanley won 6-1, 6-1 to secure our only singles victory, but wins & losses do not tell the entire story. Lily Monaco, Kiera Judy, & Bryn Cianflone played their hearts out while losing to a really strong, really deep Corvallis singles group. Charlie Holmes/Codie Clarke had a hard fought 6-4, 6-4 win as doubles #1. Alexis Anson/Kari Hattlestad won in straight sets at doubles #2, and Jasmine Jimenez/Aniston Martz won in straight sets to secure the girls' team victory.
The Hamilton boys lost 0-7, but 4 of the losses came in super close tie-breakers determined in the 3rd set, meaning a point here & a point there, and we could have won the duel. Jackson Kirkbride/James Tossberg battled valiantly after losing the 1st set to force a 3rd before falling short in a match that lasted 2.5 hours! Simon Nadl/Greyson Weber also overcame a 1st set deficit to force a 3rd. Cash Hawkes had a great day at singles #1, bouncing back from a tough 6-7 1st set to win the second set 6-1, before succumbing to his opponent in the 3rd set, and Julio Nolte also lost in a 3rd set. Other matches saw Jayce Strain tussle with an experienced senior player from Corvallis, Brayden Duce/Oliver Simpkins drop a rough 1st set only to battle tooth & nail for a 4-6 loss in the 2nd, and Micah Strain gave his all in his 1st varsity match. While the team scores aren't what we had hoped for, the team remains confident in the path ahead.
At the Westview courts, 22 JV matches were played as “fast fours”, as the JV team played well after the varsity had finished. Doubles wins came for Ellie Hattlestad/Josie Wolfe, Rhain Hollingsworth/Hannah Clifton, Tim Sigloch/Otto Gantz, Camilla Molina/Rhain Hollingsworth, Garren Gunderson/Zeph Crawley. In singles, Artem Akopyan, Elena Embleton, Otto Gantz, Tim Sigloch & Camilla Molina won matches. And while our society loves to focus on wins, so many players did so well on the losing end & found joy in competition. Lila Dufresne & Jordin Jones both battled in singles. Jorja Duerr & Avery Dowdy continued their effort as a really solid doubles team. Other players, Paisley Hamilton, Ryder Rodriguez, Estella Sosa, Alyvia Melton, Sashi Sokol, Peyton Boggs, & Kaylee Stewart battled valiantly, because in the end, the 1st step to success is being willing to take a risk and being willing to deal with setbacks.
There was an electricity in the air for these matches, and a whole lot of nerves. Tennis is a wildly mental sport. In no other sport do you make as many mistakes as you do in tennis. The reality is that, in tennis, you usually play well over 100 points in a match, and the points are usually decided by a player’s mistake, not a player’s winner. That means our athletes are on the court making mistake after mistake after mistake, sometimes for hours, and asked to battle through. It’s funny really, the same thing these student-athletes crave, a chance to compete at a high level, is the same thing that causes their nerves to be rattled in the moment, a chance to compete at high level. I was really proud of the team. Chins up, determination etched on their faces, in wins & losses, they just kept fighting. In the end, that’s all you can do. Can’t wait for the next match against Corvallis and to watch this team grow the rest of the season.
Next up, a home JV match against Loyola on Monday (April 13) at 3:30. Come check it out!
Your Hamilton Bronc tennis team battled intervalley rival Corvallis last Thursday, and what a day of tennis it was.
The girls varsity team won 4-3. Returning state champion Ciara Hanley won 6-1, 6-1 to secure our only singles victory, but wins & losses do not tell the entire story. Lily Monaco, Kiera Judy, & Bryn Cianflone played their hearts out while losing to a really strong, really deep Corvallis singles group. Charlie Holmes/Codie Clarke had a hard fought 6-4, 6-4 win as doubles #1. Alexis Anson/Kari Hattlestad won in straight sets at doubles #2, and Jasmine Jimenez/Aniston Martz won in straight sets to secure the girls' team victory.
The Hamilton boys lost 0-7, but 4 of the losses came in super close tie-breakers determined in the 3rd set, meaning a point here & a point there, and we could have won the duel. Jackson Kirkbride/James Tossberg battled valiantly after losing the 1st set to force a 3rd before falling short in a match that lasted 2.5 hours! Simon Nadl/Greyson Weber also overcame a 1st set deficit to force a 3rd. Cash Hawkes had a great day at singles #1, bouncing back from a tough 6-7 1st set to win the second set 6-1, before succumbing to his opponent in the 3rd set, and Julio Nolte also lost in a 3rd set. Other matches saw Jayce Strain tussle with an experienced senior player from Corvallis, Brayden Duce/Oliver Simpkins drop a rough 1st set only to battle tooth & nail for a 4-6 loss in the 2nd, and Micah Strain gave his all in his 1st varsity match. While the team scores aren't what we had hoped for, the team remains confident in the path ahead.
At the Westview courts, 22 JV matches were played as “fast fours”, as the JV team played well after the varsity had finished. Doubles wins came for Ellie Hattlestad/Josie Wolfe, Rhain Hollingsworth/Hannah Clifton, Tim Sigloch/Otto Gantz, Camilla Molina/Rhain Hollingsworth, Garren Gunderson/Zeph Crawley. In singles, Artem Akopyan, Elena Embleton, Otto Gantz, Tim Sigloch & Camilla Molina won matches. And while our society loves to focus on wins, so many players did so well on the losing end & found joy in competition. Lila Dufresne & Jordin Jones both battled in singles. Jorja Duerr & Avery Dowdy continued their effort as a really solid doubles team. Other players, Paisley Hamilton, Ryder Rodriguez, Estella Sosa, Alyvia Melton, Sashi Sokol, Peyton Boggs, & Kaylee Stewart battled valiantly, because in the end, the 1st step to success is being willing to take a risk and being willing to deal with setbacks.
There was an electricity in the air for these matches, and a whole lot of nerves. Tennis is a wildly mental sport. In no other sport do you make as many mistakes as you do in tennis. The reality is that, in tennis, you usually play well over 100 points in a match, and the points are usually decided by a player’s mistake, not a player’s winner. That means our athletes are on the court making mistake after mistake after mistake, sometimes for hours, and asked to battle through. It’s funny really, the same thing these student-athletes crave, a chance to compete at a high level, is the same thing that causes their nerves to be rattled in the moment, a chance to compete at high level. I was really proud of the team. Chins up, determination etched on their faces, in wins & losses, they just kept fighting. In the end, that’s all you can do. Can’t wait for the next match against Corvallis and to watch this team grow the rest of the season.
Next up, a home JV match against Loyola on Monday (April 13) at 3:30. Come check it out!
