HAYS-LODGE POLE 7-8

Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls school district, located in Hays, MT with about 45 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8, located in Hays, Montana, serves as a critical educational hub for students within the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation. As part of the Hays-Lodge Pole School District, the middle school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment that addresses the unique needs of its community. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while striving to integrate the cultural identity and heritage of the Aaniiih (Gros Ventre) and Nakoda (Assiniboine) peoples into the daily student experience.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school serves as a vital community pillar in a rural setting. It is committed to fostering student growth through small class sizes and personalized attention, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school. By focusing on both academic achievement and the preservation of tribal values, Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8 works to ensure that its students develop the skills and confidence necessary for future success both within and beyond the reservation.

For more information, contact Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8 at (406) 673-3120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.