Supt. Weltz Friday Flyer | March 20, 2026
Dear Families, Staff, and the Helena Community,
The snow has come and gone, and with a week until Spring Break, I know many of us are feeling a bit stir crazy. I’m sure we are all looking forward to getting a week of rest and reprieve, but I want to encourage everyone to stay focused so we can finish this coming week strong. I shared a similar message before winter break, and the sentiment remains the same now. Maintaining our momentum sets us all up for success once we return in April.
Looking further at next week, there are two great opportunities to connect regarding our ongoing district bond projects. I personally invite you to join us at Brews and Blueprints this Wednesday, March 25, at 5:30 p.m., or at Hometown Helena the following Thursday morning at 7:00 a.m. Our construction projects teams will be on hand to share some exciting progress updates, and this is a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Believe it or not, we are officially heading into the tail end of the school year. Enjoy the weather and get some rest over the weekend.
Respectfully,
Rex M. Weltz, Superintendent
Helena Public Schools
BONDS PROJECTS UPDATES
03/15-03/21 Recap:
HHS + Project for Alternative Learning (PAL) Project: Week 21
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A&E + SMA Design Updates:
- Design Development Week 5
- Lighting Design User Group Meeting
- HHS + PAL DD User Meetings
- Dick Anderson Construction Updates:
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Weekly Meetings
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CHS Project: Week 19
- Slate Architecture + RTA Updates:
- Schematic Design
- Design Advisory Group (DAG-6)
- Phasing Coordination
- Leadership Work Session
- Langlas & Associates Construction Updates:
- Phasing Coordination
- Design Advisory Group (DAG-6)
- MEP – Subcontractor solicitation
- MEP – Subcontractor Site Visit
- Design Support
- Leadership Work Session
Kessler Project: Week 17
- Mosaic Architecture + Cushing Terrell Updates:
- 3/17: Weekly OAC (owner/architect/contractor) meeting
- 3/17: Meeting with civil engineer
- 3/17: Meeting with structural engineer
- 3/17: Meeting with MEP engineers
- 3/18: Kessler Community Meeting @ 4:30
- 3/19: District Update – building plans presented
- Golden Eagle/Swank Construction Updates:
- 3/17: Weekly OAC (owner/architect/contractor) meeting
Up Next: 03/22-03/28
HHS + Project for Alternative Learning (PAL) Project: Week 22
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A&E + SMA Design Updates:
- PAL Building Committee Meeting
- HHS Building Committee Meeting
- Board of Trustees Work Session
- HHS + PAL DD User Group Meetings
- Brews & Blueprints
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Dick Anderson Construction Updates:
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Weekly Meetings
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CHS Project: Week 20
- Slate Architecture + RTA Updates:
- Schematic Design Completed Friday, March 27
- Brews and Blueprints
- Hometown Helena
- Phasing Coordination
- School Board Work Session
- Langlas & Associates Construction Updates:
- Phasing Coordination
- Brews and Blueprints
- MEP – Subcontractor Addendum
- Hometown Helena
- Leadership Work Session
Kessler Project: Week 18
- Mosaic Architecture + Cushing Terrell Updates:
- 3/24: Weekly OAC (owner/architect/contractor) meeting
- 3/24: Meeting with city fire marshall
- 3/25: Brews & Blueprints event at Tapworks
- 3/26: District Update
- 3/26: Meeting with kitchen consultant & plumbing engineer
- Golden Eagle/Swank Construction Updates:
- 3/24: Weekly OAC (owner/architect/contractor) Meeting
Upcoming Events:
- Wednesday, March 25: Brews and Blueprints, 5:30 p.m. – Brothers Tapworks
- Thursday, March 26: Hometown Helena, 7:00 a.m. – Helena College
If you have questions or want to chat about what’s next, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us!
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DID YOU KNOW?
Join us for spring fun and activities!
We’ll provide a mid-morning breakfast and an afternoon snack. Families are required to provide a ready-to-eat lunch with a beverage and a water bottle. Send your child with appropriate clothing for an active day of play inside or out in our ever-changing MT weather.
Interested families can contact Jamie at jmerrill@helenaschools.org for registration information. Registration will close once full or on March 25. No refunds due to illness, no-shows, or cancellations. No late registrations at the door.
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Join SACC Summer Camp for a Summer full of fun activities! General registration for all HPS families is now open!
Children must be a Helena Public School student entering 1st-6th grades. Find more info and the registration link at https://helenaschools.org/departments/school-age-child-care/.
LAST CHANCE MUSIC CAMPS
For older students with previous musical experience:
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And for younger students wanting to learn an instrument or how to sing in a formal ensemble. The discovery camp (from the green poster below) is the one that will be free to all current 5th graders thanks to a Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation grant.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Resources for students, families, and the HPS community.
- 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)
VIEW WEBPAGE
FROM THE GROUND UP WITH HELENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
A special fifth episode of ‘From the Ground Up with Helena Public Schools’ is now up – The word is out, Helena Middle School Principal Cal Boyle will transition into the role of Principal of Capital High School come the 2026/27 school year upon Board approval. We are incredibly grateful to Brett Zanto for his many years of service to CHS and the District, and we couldn’t be more excited for this next chapter for Cal and CHS.
LISTEN OR WATCH WHEREVER YOU’RE AT IN YOUR DAY:
WHAT’S COMING UP THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT?
March 21, 2026 – April 4, 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.]
