☀️ Happy first week of summer, Pioneer families!
Can you believe we’ve already been out of school for a week? 🗓️
Before you completely switch into vacation mode, please take a moment to check your child's school cafeteria account. We still have a few outstanding lunch balances we need to clear out for the year.
Ways to pay your lunch account balances:
💻 Online: Log into your Parent Portal https://bigsandymt.infinitecampus.org/campus/bigsandy.jsp
✉️ Mail: Send a check to the school at Box 570 Big Sandy, MT 59520
🏢 In Person: Drop a check off at the business office
We truly appreciate your prompt attention to this and your ongoing support of our school. Thank you, and enjoy your summer! ☀️🕶️
Can you believe tomorrow is the LAST DAY of school?!!
To help everyone wrap up the year smoothly, here is the official schedule for tomorrow:
🕒 The Schedule
8:00 AM – School Starts
8:30 AM – Kindergarten Graduation 🎓
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Elementary Field Day (on the Football Field) 🏃♂️💨
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Free Community Picnic (on the Football Field) 🍔
Burgers provided by our Pioneer Producers! A special thanks to the School Kitchen and the Senior Center for providing drinks and everything else for the meal.
2:00 PM – Dismissal! School's Out for Summer! 🥳
🍰 Evening Celebrations
5:00 PM – "Retirement is Twice as Nice" Party
Come celebrate Marla Ray and Renee Leader, and join us in saying a fond goodbye to Mrs. Barnett!
Where: Elementary Gym
What: Stop by for some lemonade and cake!
We had a great day here at F.E. Miley! The Masons came to present Kindles to the winners of our "Kindles for Kids" contest. The Mason group helps pay for the prizes the students receive and personally presents them to our student winners, and we are so thankful for their continued support of our readers!
Each year, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students participate in a contest to help encourage daily reading. This year, the students voted to have Kindles as their prize, and they were so excited to receive them!
I am incredibly proud of how much reading our students have done this year.
* 3rd grade read 101 books
* 4th grade read 225 books
* 5th grade read 173 books
Way to go, readers! Keep up the amazing work!
It's Graduation Day! Congrats to the Class of 2026 who walk across the stage at 2 pm today! Congrats also to the Class of 2038 who will take their very first walk across the stage on May 28th at 8:30 am.
From Kindergarten to Graduation, every journey starts with one step. Today we celebrate our seniors for leading the way, and our youngest students for beginning their own adventure. Once a Pioneer, always a Pioneer!
Heather is the daughter of Jere and Brittany Sherburn and has several siblings- Eyon, Elijah, Edith and Halle
Some words from her parents;
This girl is destined for incredible things. Every time she sets her mind to something, she surpasses all expectations. I am genuinely filled with excitement and pride to watch her blossom, to witness her journey as she transforms into an extraordinary woman. Strong, inspiring and unstoppable.
Dear Heather,
"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." Heather, having known you since you were in Kindergarten, it has been one of my greatest joys to watch you grow into the wonderful human being you are today. You have literally graced my walls with your talent, and your dragon drawings are nothing short of legendary! Even with a plate as full as yours—balancing a job, volleyball, and your classes—you’ve kept your grades high and your spirit free. You have such a special vision for the world, and I can’t wait to see the beautiful "masterpiece" you make of your life.
💜 Ms. Wolery
Senior Spotlight- Ty Terry
Ty is the son of Chauncy and Amber Terry. He has several sisters, Eva, Avery, and Adonia and a brother Luke. Ty will be attending Stone Child College for a General Business Degree.
Some words from his Mom and Dad:
Ty,
Mom and Dad are so proud of you and all you've accomplished. Watching you reach this milestone has been such a blessing, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for you. Keep chasing your dreams and always believe in yourself. Love ya always and forever. Congratulations Senior!
Dear Ty,
"Don’t let your yearlings graze where the grass is short; keep looking toward the next horizon." Ty, you are a true throwback to a time when your word was your bond and hard work started before the sun came up. I am so impressed by the way you’ve managed your own herd—calving, fencing, and those late nights—all while maintaining great grades. You’ve balanced it all with a kind, polite spirit and just the right amount of mischievous charm to keep us all smiling. You are a man of character and grit, and I know that whatever trail you choose to ride next, you’re going to find success.
💜 Ms. Wolery
