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
Announcements
- Join our foundation! We are looking for parents, guardians, grandparents, and community members from all grade levels to join an exciting parent-teacher partnership dedicated to making our school even better. Click here for more information and a sign-up form.
- Kids Eat Free! Click here for information about Missoula Open Meal Sites for Summer 2026.
- Health Fair May 27th 2-5 pm. Click here for more information
Events Calendar
- Thursday Thoughts June 4, 2026
- Today is the 8th grade graduation at 6:00 pm in the Gym. 8Th Grade students need to be here by 5:30 pm to get ready. Doors open to family and friends at 5:30. This is the 8th grade students last day of school.
- Tomorrow, June 5th is the Last day of School for the 1 – 7 grades. School is out at 11:30. Families are welcome to come 10:00 – 11:30 to enjoy the free barbeque, bounce houses and activities. Buses are running and will load at 11:30 for any student who did not leave with a parent/guardian. Boys & Girls will also be running at 11:30. Pre-K, Kinder and 8th grade graduates may come if accompanied by an adult. They can not ride to school or home on the buses.
- There will be a food truck from the pantry here tomorrow, June 5th.
- Kids eat free over the summer. Check the DeSmet website for locations and times.
- Attached is next year’s School calendar. It will also be posted to the website soon.
- Below is some information that was passed on to us for those who may be looking for Childcare close to our district this summer.
Child Care Resources -agency that helps connect families with child care and scholarships. childcareresources.org
To find a list of childcares and a physical map, use zip code 59808 in Missoula county
Kyndra’s Wing Childcare and Preschool
100 Consumer Direct Way (Suite B)
(406) 541-5968
- Next years classroom supply list can be found on the website or at the school by the end of June.
- Front office summer hours:
June 8 -12 ~ 8:30 – 2:30.
June 15 – 19 ~ 8:30 – 2:30
June 22 & 23 ~ 8:30-2:30
Out of the office June 24 – August 4 ~ Summer Break
August 5 – 7 ~ 8:30-2:30
August 10 – 14 ~ 8:30-2:30
August 17 – 21 ~ 8:30-2:30
August 24 & 25 ~ 8-4
The DeSmet staff wishes everyone a safe and happy summer break!