DeSmet Public School transforms lives through teaching, inspiring, and nurturing.

DeSmet Public School families and communities nurture the social-emotional, physical and academic development of each child. We honor diversity and inspire students to become resilient, life-long learners and caring stewards of our ever changing world.

DeSmet Homeless Liaison contact is : Matt Driessen, Superintendent
(406) 549-4994 | mdriessen@desmetschool.org

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  • Thursday Thoughts May 14, 2026
    • Vaccination Clinic in the school library on Wednesday, May 20th 2:30 – 4:30 pm. You will need a photo ID and insurance card. Sliding fee available for those who Qualify. Just a reminder: All students entering 7th grade next year must have a Tdap shot before school starts. Please provide a copy of the updated immunization record to the school before the first day.
    • Congratulations to the four students who qualified for the Meet of Champions on Wednesday, May 20, at Big Sky High School. Kaileena, Simone, Della, and Ryann will represent DeSmet in several track and field events. We’re proud of every student on this year’s track team. Go Smokejumpers!
    • School Spring Concert is May 21st @ 1:00. The theme is 1950’s. See attached sheet for more information.Please note there will be no afternoon buses that day — you must pick up your student after the concert.
    • Yearbooks are on sale for $15.00 at the front office. There is a limited supply. We accept cash or check.
    • We are excited to announce the launch of our new school website. This is a beta version.Please visit desmetschool.org to explore it. If you notice anything that isn’t working, let us know so we can fix it right away.
    • Our final AR party this year will be a swimming party on May 29! To qualify, students in grades 3 –8 must meet their AR goal and give their best effort on all MAST assessments. Second graders do not take MAST, so their requirement is only to meet their AR goal. All students must meet their AR goal by May 26. Please contact your child’s teacher with any questions. 

    Up Coming Events:

    • May 20th ~ Meet of the Champions track @ Big Sky High School
    • May 20th ~ Vaccination Clinic in the School Library
    • May 21st ~ Spring concert
    • May 25th ~ No School
    • May 27th ~ Summer Health Fair in the School Gym
    • June 3rd ~ PK & Kinder promotion and last day of school
    • June 4th ~ PK & Kindergarten roundup
    • June 4th ~ 8th Grade Graduation and last day of school
    • June 5th ~ Last day of school for 1-7 grades/School is out @ 11:30

    Dear Parents and Caregivers,

    A quick note from the Music Department letting you know that the
    theme for the Spring Concert is 1950s. Students are welcome to
    dress in a school appropriate 1950’s costume, but are not
    obligated to do so. Props will be available for photo opportunities
    at the end of the show, so be sure to bring a camera.

    The concert starts at 1:00pm in the gym, and will last
    approximately one hour. Come early for the best seating. There is
    no bus service at the end of the day, so students will need a ride
    home with their caregiver.

    Warmly,

    Ms. Mullis
    Music Director