Supt. Weltz Friday Flyer | February 13, 2026
Dear Families, Staff, and the Helena Community,
How about last Sunday’s game? It’s a great time to be a Seahawk! As we head into this long weekend, I want to share a few exciting updates.
The Board of Trustees met earlier this week and discussed quite a few key items, including the 2026-27 District Calendar. I am pleased to share that it was approved unanimously, and you can find the full calendar in the “Did You Know” section below or on our district website under the “Calendar” tab.
An update I provided to the Board at that meeting, and I want to share with all of you in a bit more detail now, is that back in December, we launched the Grow Your Own Leadership Initiative. This program is designed to identify, support, and develop the next generation of leaders right here in our own community. We encouraged those aspiring to administrative roles or leadership pathways to put their name in the hat.
About a month ago, we held a kickoff event with our first cohort of approximately 20 educators. We were joined by past administrators who shared invaluable experiences and “boots-on-the-ground” type of advice. Going forward, there will be more Leadership Learning Sessions like these with district (past and present) leadership and other guest experts, mentorship opportunities, and leadership experiences such as shadowing. After the completion of orientation and training, cohort individuals will have skills that will help them go for principal/administrator vacancies in the future.
Research consistently shows that internal leadership programs are one of the most effective ways to sustain a healthy school district. Investing in those who already know our students, our culture, and our community’s unique needs helps to ensure smooth transitions. In addition to the administrative track, we are excited to expand this initiative by developing something similar for our para-educators who aspire to be certified teachers. I believe in providing these opportunities because I’ve seen them work firsthand; in fact, my own leadership path started with a program similar to this one.
Have a great long weekend and show some love to those around you!
Rex M. Weltz, Superintendent
Helena Public Schools
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COMMUNITY CORNER
Resources for students, families, and the HPS community.
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HPS THREE WAYS TO DONATE
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RUNNING RESOURCE LIST ON OUR WEBPAGE
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HPS SCHOOLS’ FOOD DRIVES AND OTHER RELATED EVENT LISTINGS
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CONTACT CENTER FOR QUESTIONS AND TO GET CONNECTED (WEBPAGE)
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KinderSprout screenings begin this month, and we have opened more screening slots in February!
If you would like to book a screening or if you have already signed up but would like to move your screening date up, please contact ksalois@helenaschools.org at 406-324-2032.
For more information on KinderSprouts and eligibility, see the graphic below.
WE STARTED A PODCAST!
In an effort to keep up with the ever growing communication methods, Helena Public Schools joined the podcast train. Introducing “From the Ground Up with Helena Public Schools” – a resource to get information about the nitty gritty, answers to some of those hard hitting questions, and guests from within the district and the Helena Area community
The second episode is now up and we are talking safety and security!
LISTEN OR WATCH WHEREVER YOU’RE AT IN YOUR DAY:
WHAT’S COMING UP THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT?
February 14, 2026 – February 28, 2026
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If we missed something, please let us know – helenamtschools@helenaschools.org. As a good rule of thumb, always check with your school on what they have going on. You can also find upcoming event information and more in this year’s calendar online at https://helenaschools.org/25-26-calendar-flipbook.]
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