Registration is open for Fairfield's Hunter Education class and field day. The attached flyer has all the information you need. Class size is limited, so sign up early if you're interested.
Due to the weather and road conditions, the JH Girls' Basketball team will NOT go to Havre today. We are working on a plan to reschedule and will update everyone as soon as possible.
Scholarship Reminder
Spring Semester Scholarship Checks are ready for pickup.
Please contact Brenda Evans in the HS Office with you necessary documents.
Deadline: March 15.
Thank you,
Spring Semester Scholarship Checks are ready for pickup.
Please contact Brenda Evans in the HS Office with you necessary documents.
Deadline: March 15.
Thank you,
Starting Monday, the high school student council is leading a food drive. This is a competition against Choteau. If Fairfield brings in more pounds of food by Friday, their gym lobby will be decorated in BLUE and WHITE when our basketball team plays in Choteau. If not, ours will be maroon and gold when they come here. Please help us collect lots of food and beat Choteau. At the end of the week, the donated items will be given to our local food pantry to help those in need.
Starting Monday, the high school student council is leading a good drive. This is a competition against Choteau. If Fairfield brings in more pounds of food by Friday, their gym lobby will be decorated in BLUE and WHITE when our basketball team plays in Choteau. If not, ours will be maroon and gold when they come here. Please help us collect lots of food and beat Choteau. At the end of the week, the donated items will be given to our local food pantry to help those in need.
We’ve recently seen a growing issue with community members placing personal or household garbage into school trash receptacles and dumpsters. While we understand it may seem convenient, this is creating a problem for our district.
When a dumpster is picked up and the lid cannot fully close, the district is charged an “overage fee” each time. Last month, we experienced an excessive number of these overage charges — even during a time when we did not have school for two weeks — due to garbage being placed in school dumpsters.
This issue is especially costly when large items and cardboard boxes are thrown away without being broken down, causing dumpsters to overflow much faster than normal.
✅ We respectfully ask that you do not use school trash bins or dumpsters unless you have permission.
Your cooperation helps protect school funds so they can be used for what matters most: supporting students and staff.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
When a dumpster is picked up and the lid cannot fully close, the district is charged an “overage fee” each time. Last month, we experienced an excessive number of these overage charges — even during a time when we did not have school for two weeks — due to garbage being placed in school dumpsters.
This issue is especially costly when large items and cardboard boxes are thrown away without being broken down, causing dumpsters to overflow much faster than normal.
✅ We respectfully ask that you do not use school trash bins or dumpsters unless you have permission.
Your cooperation helps protect school funds so they can be used for what matters most: supporting students and staff.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
JANUARY UPCOMING EVENTS
1/15 THURS.-- END OF QUARTER AND 2:30 RELEASE
1/16 FRIDAY--NO SCHOOL --PIR DAY
1/19-1/23 MONDAY THRU FRIDAY-- SPIRIT WEEK
1/30 FRIDAY --6TH GRADE ICE FISHING (TENTATIVE)
1/15 THURS.-- END OF QUARTER AND 2:30 RELEASE
1/16 FRIDAY--NO SCHOOL --PIR DAY
1/19-1/23 MONDAY THRU FRIDAY-- SPIRIT WEEK
1/30 FRIDAY --6TH GRADE ICE FISHING (TENTATIVE)
Beginning January 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Montanans have a unique opportunity to support Fairfield Public Schools while receiving a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on their 2026 Montana state taxes through the Innovative Educational Program Tax Credit.
💡 How it works:
✔️ Make a cash donation directly to Fairfield Public Schools
✔️ Receive a 100% tax credit equal to your donation (up to $200,000)
✔️ Available to individuals and businesses
🎓 Your donation helps fund:
• Advanced and transformational learning opportunities
• Programs, services, and equipment for students with disabilities
• Work-based learning partnerships
• College credit and career certification opportunities
• Technology that enhances student learning
⏰ Act fast — this is FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED statewide!
The 2026 statewide cap is $7.2 million, and last year’s cap was reached within hours.
📬 How to donate:
• Make checks payable to Fairfield Schools
• Memo: “Innovative Education Tax Credit”
• Mail or deliver to:
Fairfield Public Schools
P.O. Box 399
Fairfield, MT 59436
📞 Questions or intent to give?
Contact Fairfield Schools at (406) 467-2528
Dustin Gordon, Superintendent – dgordon@fairfield.k12.mt.us
Denise Grant, Business Manager – dgrant@fairfield.k12.mt.us
👉 This is a powerful way to invest in our students and reduce your tax bill — don’t wait!
💡 How it works:
✔️ Make a cash donation directly to Fairfield Public Schools
✔️ Receive a 100% tax credit equal to your donation (up to $200,000)
✔️ Available to individuals and businesses
🎓 Your donation helps fund:
• Advanced and transformational learning opportunities
• Programs, services, and equipment for students with disabilities
• Work-based learning partnerships
• College credit and career certification opportunities
• Technology that enhances student learning
⏰ Act fast — this is FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED statewide!
The 2026 statewide cap is $7.2 million, and last year’s cap was reached within hours.
📬 How to donate:
• Make checks payable to Fairfield Schools
• Memo: “Innovative Education Tax Credit”
• Mail or deliver to:
Fairfield Public Schools
P.O. Box 399
Fairfield, MT 59436
📞 Questions or intent to give?
Contact Fairfield Schools at (406) 467-2528
Dustin Gordon, Superintendent – dgordon@fairfield.k12.mt.us
Denise Grant, Business Manager – dgrant@fairfield.k12.mt.us
👉 This is a powerful way to invest in our students and reduce your tax bill — don’t wait!
Due to the funeral service for Aiden Copenhaver, the big gym will be closed from Sunday, December 28 through Monday, December 29 at approximately 3:30. The weight room and little gym will also be closed from 9:00-12:30 on Monday.
FFA Fruit was delivered to the school this afternoon. FFA Members will prepare for delivery ASAP. There will be extra fruit available to purchase if you did not get any ordered. It will be for sale at the basketball game on Tuesday and the Elementary music program on Thursday. If you are not able to attend either event and would like to buy some fruit, contact Mr. Park at jpark@fairfield.k12.mt.us or 406-590-3478.
Spring Semester Scholarship checks will be ready for pickup on Monday, January 5th.
Please contact Brenda Evans in the High School Office with the necessary documentation and enrollment forms.
Thank you,
Please contact Brenda Evans in the High School Office with the necessary documentation and enrollment forms.
Thank you,
The school was recently contacted by the Montana Department of Transportation regarding upcoming roadwork. Beginning Monday, December 15, MDT plans to start a project to replace a culvert on MT HWY 565, commonly known as the “Simms–Fairfield Cut Across.”
During construction, drivers will be able to travel as far south as Blackfoot Coulee Road from the north, and to within approximately 3 miles north of Simms from the south. There will be no through traffic until the culvert repairs are completed.
The project is expected to take 1–2 weeks, depending on weather and other variables.
Please help spread the word to anyone who may be affected by this temporary closure.
During construction, drivers will be able to travel as far south as Blackfoot Coulee Road from the north, and to within approximately 3 miles north of Simms from the south. There will be no through traffic until the culvert repairs are completed.
The project is expected to take 1–2 weeks, depending on weather and other variables.
Please help spread the word to anyone who may be affected by this temporary closure.
FFA Fruit delivery has been delayed until Monday, December 15. There were concerns from the shipping company due to winter storms and extremely cold temperatures. The FFA members will still get the fruit delivered to those who ordered it as soon as they possibly can.
Athletic schedule update: Our wrestling team will NOT be continuing to Malta today. After consulting several school administrators between here and Malta, we made the decision to send the bus, but let everyone know that we would turn around if the driver felt the conditions were unsafe or if conditions further east got worse. Conditions got worse than expected, and the bus is turning around to come home from Havre now.
Also, the basketball schedule at the Coyote Classic in Shelby has changed. Our Girls' Varsity will now play Stillwater at 3:00 on Friday, followed by the Boys' Varsity at 4:30. The Boys' and Girls' JV will play at 6:00 that evening against Browning. The Boys' C will play against Eureka at 3:00. This schedule had to change due to teams from the eastern side of the state cancelling their trips.
We will keep everyone updated as soon as possible if there are any further changes in the schedule for the weekend. Thank you for your understanding.
FFA Fruit should be ready for deliveries by Monday, December 15. There will be surplus fruit available to purchase again this year. FFA members will be selling at the K-6 Music Program on December 18 at 6:30. If you can't make it to the music program but would like to buy fruit, contact Mr. John Park at jpark@fairfield.k12.mt.us or 406-590-3478. Thank you for your continued support of our FFA program!
With the winter weather finally here, I thought this would be a good time to send out a friendly reminder for parents with children who ride the bus. Please make sure that your child has appropriate winter clothing with them for the bus ride to and from school each way. Conditions can change rapidly in our part of the state, and it is important that they are prepared if there is an issue with their bus. Please make sure your child has a coat, hat, and gloves each and every day. Also, please make sure that your child is ready to go out to the bus when it arrives. If students are not ready, and the bus has to wait, it holds up everyone later on the route. Thank you all for your cooperation and continued support of Fairfield Public Schools. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at the school or email pwilson@fairfield.k12.mt.us.
Do you need help purchasing festive formal clothing for your children's upcoming holiday concert? There is help in our community available. Reach out to Megan at 406-590-3150 if you need some financial assistance with dresses, pants, shoes, or anything else your child might need. One of the great things about living in a small town is the support we have for our friends and neighbors who are in need.
Due to high wind warnings in the Browning area, the football bus will be coming home through Clearwater Junction. The trip will take a little longer than originally expected because of this change.
Thanks to our generous sponsors and loyal customers, Book Fair 2025 was a big success. Thank you all for supporting the library!
Our Fairfield/Choteau cross country team is heading to state in Missoula this weekend. Please join us on Central Ave in Fairfield to cheer them on as the firetruck escorts them out of town at 12:00.
