
Third grade students learned about melting points, about the solid and liquid states of matter, and then discover why plastic was invented. In the activity students conducted an investigation to determine which types of candy melt in hot water.




STEAM and literacy in the library. Today the kindergartners built ways (jet skis, bridges, and boats) to save the gingerbread man from the wolf’s tummy.





Good Luck Refiners!
Good luck to our Refiner Golf and Track and Field Teams as they enter spring postseason competition. Refiner Golfers advancing to State in Sidney next week are Cade Hanson and Tara Robins. Good luck to all of our track athletes at the District 10C Track Meet in Great Falls on Saturday.



Field Day 2022
Kindergarten-6th graders will have the opportunity to participate in field day on Friday, May 13, from 12:00-2:15 at the NTC football field (weather pending).
Please see the image below for additional details! Parents/community members are invited to come and cheer on the kids!


State Music
State music students took a moment to relax at lunch break during state music in Helena. Students attending included Wyatt Manthey, Josh Kearns, Tara Robins, Nikki Nau, Claire Bucklin, Katie Hout, and Ian Benjamin. Nikki Nau received a superior rating on her piano solo. All other events received excellent ratings.
Mrs. Hauschulz stated that she was very proud of these students and their accomplishments.


4th graders all passed their red belt tests!


Basketball Camp
The following information was presented by Coach Aschim and sent hom with students today. If you have questions about basketball camp, Coach Aschim's contact information is on the flyer.



5th/6th Field Trip Reminders
The information below was sent home with all 5th and 6th grade students today.


Recess fun!
During afternoon recess, students were making sure no one blew away in the wind!


Sunburst Schools is pleased to announce that the five year building reserve levy passed with 187 votes for and 76 against.
Thank you North Toole County for your continued support of Sunburst Schools!


In this activity, fourth grade students explored Montana's immigrant past through photographs. They examined selected images closely and sorted the photos into categories (work, music, community gatherings, etc.) and discussed their reasoning. By the end of the lesson, students understood that Montana was a diverse place, and that immigrants to Montana had both distinct cultural traditions and similarities across cultures.



In this activity, fourth grade students explored Montana's immigrant past through photographs. They examined selected images closely and sorted the photos into categories (work, music, community gatherings, etc.) and discussed their reasoning. By the end of the lesson, students understood that Montana was a diverse place, and that immigrants to Montana had both distinct cultural traditions and similarities across cultures.

No School May 9
There will be no school on Monday, May 9, 2022.


Staff Appreciation
Tami Hauschulz was recognized for her great service leading the music programs at Sunburst Schools for the past 17 years. Mrs. Hauschulz will be leaving Sunburst Schools after this school year. Mrs. Hauschulz has done a masterful job of creating a wonderful music program that has garnered numerous superior and excellent ratings over the years at music competitions as well as led a pep band that is always the best in our district. We thank Mrs. Hauschulz for her excellent service to Sunburst Schools and wish her the best of luck.


Staff Appreciation
Today Sunburst Schools held a staff appreciation luncheon as part of teacher appreciation week to thank our staff members for their service to our school district and for their dedicaiton to our students, school, and community.
Receiving 5 year service pins were Mike Tobin (bus driver) and Tyler Bucklin (superintendent); receiving a 10 year pin was Ula Omdahl (ag education); receiving a 15 year pin was Natalie Kerfoot (counselor); and receiving a 25 year pin was Val McAlpine (JH/HS secretary).





Suknburst Elementary School


Kiddie Kollege Fun at NTCHS!





ACADEMIC/ATHLETIC AWARDS BANQUET
WHEN: THURSDAY, MAY 12TH
TIME: 6:00 P.M.
WHAT: COME EAT, GET ENTERED FOR A DOOR PRIZE, AND CELEBRATE ONE ANOTHER’S ACCOMPLISHMENTS!
PLEASE COME IN GAME DAY ATTIRE!


Refiner/Wildcat Extracurricular Activities for Apr. 29-May 15
Apr. 29 -- HS Golf in Fort Benton postponed until Tuesday, May 3
Apr. 29 -- JH Track @ Power -- cancelled
Apr. 30 -- HS Track @ Great Falls
May 2 -- HS Track @ Rudyark
May 3 -- HS Golf @ Fort Benton; HS Track Top 8 Meet @ Great Falls
May 6 -- HS State Music @ Helena; HS Golf @ Fort Benton; HS Pre-District Track @ Great Falls
May 7 -- HS State Music @ Helena; JH Track @ Cascade
May 9 -- HS Golf Divisionals @ Shelby
May 12 -- HS Music Pop Concert @ 2pm; HS Awards Nights - 6pm
May 14 -- HS District Track @ Great Falls
May 15-18 - State Golf @ Sidney

JH Power Track Meet Cancelled
The JH track meet scheduled for tomorrow, April 29, in Power has been cancelled. JH tracksters will still be going to Fort Benton today. Track athletes will have practice tomorrow after school as per their normal schedule from 2:30-4:15pm.