District Programs - Bozeman School District 7

How to Register for Classes and Make a Payment

Important:

Must be at least 16 years old to register and attend classes! (No children allowed in classes.)
NO in-class registration

When and Where to Register:

Adult Community Education Registration Locations
DATE	TIME	REGISTRATION CHOICES	LOCATION
MONDAY,SEPT. 13	9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Onsite Registration	Willson Building, 2nd Floor Room 227
MONDAY,SEPT. 13	9:00 am -	Online Registration*	Click here to Register Online
MONDAY,SEPT. 13	9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Phone Registration	Phone: 522-6012 (No Messages Processed)
TUES.-FRI., SEPT. 14-17	8:00 am - 4:00 pm	Walk Ins & Phone Registration	Willson Building, 2nd Floor Room 227
TUES.-FRI., SEPT. 14-17	Open - Online	Online Registration*	Click here to Register Online

* Online Registration is open 24 hours

Registrations accepted throughout the quarter.
Regular office hours resume September 20 (7:30-11:30 am and 12:30-4 pm) .

How to Register and Make a Payment

Visit our online store at http://bsd7.revtrak.net/
Click on the Registration button featured on the main page of our Web Store
First choose a category and then select a course by clicking on the course name
Click on the "Click Here to Register for this class" link
You will now be taken to a page that allows you to either create a new account (New Customer) or login with an existing account (Returning Customer) by using an email address and password
After creating or logging into an account you will have the option of choosing this course for yourself or enroll on behalf of another family member
Answer the required questions and/or enter the required information
Clicking on either "Continue Shopping" or "Go to Checkout" at the bottom of the page will add your class to the shopping cart
If you are a new customer select "I am a new customer" and enter your email address (you will create a password later). If you are a returning customer select "I am a returning customer" and enter your email address and password. Select "Sign In".
Enter your Billing Information, Payment Information, and Create a Password
Verify the information for accuracy and select "Complete Order"
Payment will be processed and a receipt can be viewed and printed
Logout to finalize your session

Additional Information

Please read the following information carefully. Call 522-6012 with any questions.

Questions?
Call 522-6012 during office hours, Mon.-Fri., 7:30-4:00 pm.

Payment Types
Cash, credit cards, and checks (payable to Bozeman Adult Education) may be used to pay for class fees, textbooks (as noted), and material and user fees. Instructor fees are paid to the instructors as indicated in the course description.

Refund Policy
NO REFUNDS ONCE REGISTRATION IS COMPLETED unless cancelled by Adult Ed!
CLASSES THAT ARE CANCELLED BY THE ADULT EDUCATION OFFICE WILL BE REFUNDED IN FULL.

Meeting Times
Meeting times are listed in the course description. Classes will not meet on school holidays. Instructors will arrange to make up any sessions missed due to changes in schedule.

Registration Options
On Monday, September 13, 2021, at 9:00 am, students may register online OR by telephone, in addition to the on-site registration in Room 227 at Willson School.
Telephone registration - must be completed by speaking directly with a staff member at 522-6012. If the line is busy, please hang up and try again since no phone messages for registration will be processed. The only payment option by phone is credit cards.

Participation & Age Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years of age to register and attend adult education classes. Only registered students are allowed in the classroom. Auditing and viewing is not permitted. Children are not permitted to accompany parents to class unless it is specified in the description.

Disclaimer
This class schedule is published for informational purposes only. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of publication, it shall not be construed to be an irrevocable contract between the student and BPS Community Education. BPS Community Education reserves the right to cancel classes or to make any changes in the content and provisions of this class schedule without notice.

Non-Discrimination Policy
BPS Adult Education Department is committed to provide all persons 16 years of age and older an equal opportunity for education, employment and participation in ACE activities without regards to race, color, religions, national origin, sex, marital status, or handicap.

Adult Community Education Schedule

Adult Education 2021-2022 Schedule

Fall 2021 Schedule

Information	Date
Brochure distributed & online schedule complete	September 8
Registration Week	September 14
Classes Begin	September 21

Winter 2022 Schedule

Information	Date
Brochure distributed & online schedule complete	Canceled
Registration Week	Canceled
Classes Begin	Canceled

Spring 2022 Schedule

Information	Date
Brochure distributed & online schedule complete	Canceled
Registration Week	Canceled
Classes Begin	Canceled

Contact Us

Name	Position	Location	Phone Number
Byrdeen Warwood	Adult & Community Education Coordinator	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6012
Jamie McCauley	Administrative Assistant	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6012
Shae Thompson	Able Coordinator	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6096
Steve McCormick	TE Support Specialist	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6013
Linda Stancil	Adult Education Night Supervisor	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6015
Fax Number	Adult Community Education Fax Number	Willson - Room 227	(406) 522-6068

Mailing Address Information

Adult Community Education - Bozeman Public Schools
404 West Main Street
Bozeman, MT 59715-0520

BALC supports students in these areas:
HiSET Exam Preparation
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Call to schedule an orientation:
406-522-6012

Your Future Awaits!

Bozeman Adult Learning Center Mission Statement:
Realizing the value of each individual's unique potential, the Bozeman Adult Learning Center strives to foster goal setting, self discipline, perseverance, and critical thinking. Serving Gallatin County adults, the center provides educational and career opportunities through skill development to promote an economically vibrant community.

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Bozeman Job Service

Human Resource Development Council

Bozeman Public Library Computer Classes

Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Gallatin County

Weekly Schedule

Bozeman Adult Learning Center

Once a student has completed an orientation session, weekly instructional meetings will be scheduled.

The time it will take to complete preparation for the HiSET exam depends on many factors including a student's previous academic experience, commitment, and follow-through on assigned tasks.

In order to complete the HiSET exam in a timely manner, students are expected to attend scheduled instructional meetings as well as complete their assignments outside of class.

English for Speakers of Other Language (ESOL)

The Bozeman Adult Learning Center's ESOL classes are designed to meet the individual language and cultural understanding needs of non-native English speakers.

Classes are offered at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, and include speaking, listening, pronunciation, grammar, reading, and writing practice. All skill level classes also include American culture instruction through hands-on activities, guest speakers, and field trips. Also available are advanced civics and citizenship classes for eligible students.

ALL classes are available in-person and online. Join our Facebook group Bozeman ESOL Classes for up-to-date information about classes, English practice including videos and activities, and opportunities to meet other students!

Call 522-6188 or email Joanna at joanna.stratman@bsd7.org for more information or to make and appointment.
**Please call or email Joanna before attending classes**
Please also note that the phone number listed cannot receive texts!

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Bozeman Adult Learning Center

2021-2022 ESOL Schedule

Willson School ~ 404 West Main Street ~ Room 226 ~ (406) 522-6188
Instructor: Joanna Stratman

TIME	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
Morning Session	In-person BEGINNER Class	In-person INTERMEDIATE Class	In-person ADVANCED Class	In-person BEGINNER Class	In-person INTERMEDIATE Class
Afternoon Session	Online BEGINNER Class	Online INTERMEDIATE Class	Online ADVANCED Class	Online BEGINNER Class	Online INTERMEDIATE Class

Call today! Your future awaits!

HiSet - High School Equivalency Exam

The Montana ETS HiSET® is a battery of tests which measures a student's academic skills as compared to a high school graduate. If passed, a Montana High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma is issued which is accepted by institutions of higher education and employers as equivalent to a regular high school diploma.

You will find more information about HiSET preparation and HiSET testing on these sites from OPI:

For more information on the HiSET exam please visit the HiSET website.

For more information on requirements for taking the HiSET exam in Montana, see the State of Montana Office of Public Instruction website here.

Request a Transcript

Contact Us

Bozeman Adult Learning Center Staff

If you would like more information about HiSET Testing, Adult Basic Education, or require in-person services please call 406-522-6012. At this time, walk-ins are not allowed. Please call for an appointment.

Contact	Title	Phone	E-mail
Jamie McCauley	Community Education Administrative Assistant, BALC Orientation Registrar, HiSET Testing Information, Appointments	522-6012	jamie.mccauley@bsd7.org
Joanna Stratman	Adult Education/ESOL Instructor	522-6188	joanna.stratman@bsd7.org
Shae Thompson	Adult Education Instructor	522-6096	shae.thompson@bsd7.org
Byrdeen Warwood	Community Education Coordinator	522-6012	byrdeen.warwood@bsd7.org

Bozeman HiSET Testing Center
Bozeman Adult Learning Center
404 West Main Street
Office Room 227
Bozeman, MT
406-522-6012

Local Resources for Career and Life Skills

College Resources

Multilingual/English Learners

Welcome to the Bozeman Public School District Multilingual Learner*/English Learner (ML/EL) webpage

Title III: The purpose of the Title III program is to help ensure that EL/ML students become proficient in English and attain state standards through creating high level language instructional programs, professional development and parent outreach.

*As part of the asset-based belief system implemented by WIDA, we stand by the new term Multilingual Learner to describe all students who come in contact with and-or interact in languages in addition to English on a regular basis. Multilingual is a strengths-based label that recognizes students who have the ability to become bilingual or multilingual through instructional support, and it acknowledges the ability to speak more than one language as a highly valuable asset to be celebrated. At Bozeman Public Schools, we honor our ML/EL student's ability to become multilingual through research based instructional support that both supports their English language acquisition and provides access to content subject matter while honoring their heritage languages.

Gallatin High School Cultural Fair

Bozeman School District follows the 10 WIDA guiding Principles of Language development:

Multilingual learners’ languages and cultures are valuable resources to be leveraged for schooling and classroom life; leveraging these assets and challenging biases help develop multilingual learners’ independence and encourage their agency in learning.
Multilingual learners’ development of multiple languages enhances their knowledge and cultural bases, their intellectual capacities, and their flexibility in language use.
Multilingual learners’ language development and learning occur over time through meaningful engagement in activities that are valued in their homes, schools, and communities.
Multilingual learners’ language, social-emotional, and cognitive development are inter-related processes that contribute to their success in school and beyond.
Multilingual learners use and develop language when opportunities for learning take into account their individual experiences, characteristics, abilities, and levels of language proficiency.
Multilingual learners use and develop language through activities which intentionally integrate multiple modalities, including oral, written, visual, and kinesthetic modes of communication.
Multilingual learners use and develop language to interpret and access information, ideas, and concepts from a variety of sources, including real-life objects, models, representations, and multimodal texts.
Multilingual learners draw on their metacognitive, metalinguistic, and metacultural awareness to develop effectiveness in language use.
Multilingual learners use their full linguistic repertoire, including translanguaging practices, to enrich their language development and learning.
Multilingual learners use and develop language to interpret and present different perspectives, build awareness of relationships, and affirm their identities.

Multilingual/English Learner Links

Roles of Multilingual Learner Support Staff

ML/EL Educational Rights

EDUCATION RIGHTS FOR PARENTS OF ENGLISH LEARNERS

From the US department of Education:

Family and Student Rights

As a family member with school-aged children, you have certain rights. This is very important. A parents’ national origin, citizenship, or immigration status does not change this right.

Under federal law, all children, regardless of their citizenship or residency status, are entitled to equal access to a free public education.
Schools and school districts can ask for immunization records and proof of age from a clinic or doctor, as well as proof of residency (for example, a utility bill that reflects your current address).
Schools cannot ask for documentation that would prohibit or unlawfully discourage a student from enrolling in or attending school.
Schools are not allowed to share information that may reveal a student’s personal information, unless permitted by law or if you give them written permission.
Schools must ensure meaningful communication with limited English proficient parents in a language they can understand. They must notify limited English proficient parents of information about any program, service, or activity of a school district that is called to the attention of parents who are proficient in English.
Schools must identify EL/Multilingual Learner students who need services to learn English. To get started, we will ask you to fill out a Home Language Survey. This will help determine if your child needs to be tested to find out if your child is eligible for English language services.
If the English proficiency assessment determines that your child is eligible for specialized language services, Bozeman school district must provide these services. You must give permission for your child to receive these services. You also have a choice to not have your child receive such services.
Parents or guardians may choose for their child to receive services to learn English if their child is identified as needing these services. School districts and schools are required by federal law to provide these services.
The right for your children to have equal access to all programming and services offered by the school district, appropriate to age and grade level including those required for graduation, and to all school programs available to other students.
The right for your children to receive all core content instruction, and to learn English and other subjects such as Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies at the same academic level as all other children. Being entitled to EL services does not limit the ability to get core content instruction.
The right for your children to have full access to extracurricular activities (afterschool clubs, sports, etc.). Being entitled to EL services does not limit the ability to take part in extracurricular activities.
The right for your children to get support services (e.g., Academic Intervention Services) aligned with any intervention plans, as deemed necessary by the school.
Schools should provide a safe and helpful environment, free from bullying.
In addition to a report card for your child, each year, all families must receive another type of report card: a school report card. The school report card provides important information about your child’s school. This is a good way to learn how well the school is performing, and enables you to compare your child’s school with other schools in the district. School report cards must be posted on the district’s website and must include: student demographic data, school safety and climate information, academic performance in mathematics, reading, language arts, and science, number of English learners achieving English language proficiency, school graduation rates, teacher and staff information, postsecondary preparation information and financial data.

ML/EL Service Eligibility

ENGLISH LEARNERS SERVICE ELIGIBILITY

Bozeman School District uses the OPI guidelines for identifying English Learners / Multilingual Learners for participation in the English Learner program. All new K-12 families enrolling in a BSD7 school will complete a Home Language Survey to identify students who speak another language other than English.

Students who have been identified with another language will be given a Language Assessment Screener to evaluate their knowledge of the English language. Students qualify based on their demonstrated language proficiency on the assessment.

After testing is completed the parent or guardian is notified of the results through a parent notification letter within 30 days of the student's enrollment or the start of the school year. The English Learner specialist of the district will determine the appropriate EL service model based on their needs.

Tests for ML/EL Students

WIDA Screener

Who takes this test?

New students who speak languages other than English at home take the WIDA Screener. The WIDA Screener tests students’ English language skills and determines if they are an English learner and entitled to supports and services to learn English.

When is this test given?

Students take the WIDA Screener within their first thirty days of school.

What is on the test?

The WIDA Screener Assesses each of the four language domains: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing

How is the test scored?

The WIDA Screener platform automatically scores the Listening and Reading domains during administration. A trained local rater scores the Speaking and Writing domains.

How are the results reported?

The school in which your child is enrolled will mail a parent notification letter that will indicate the score and any additional actions that you need to take.

How are the results used?

Educators use the results of the test to determine if your child is an English Learner.

To learn more about the WIDA screener please visit the WIDA Screener page.

WIDA ACCESS for ELLs

Who takes this test?

The WIDA ACCESS for ELLs is given to all students who are identified as English Learners. The purpose of the test is to determine how well they are learning English. All English Learners in kindergarten through grade 12 take the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs every year.

When is this test given?

School year 2020-21 administration dates are from December 2 to February 26th.

What is on the test?

Assesses the four language domains of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing

How are the tests scored?

The WIDA online test engine automatically scores Listening and Reading during test administration.

WIDA's test delivery partner scores the Speaking and Writing domains in the spring.

How are the results reported?

The results are reported in scale scores, and proficiency levels. Proficiency levels are divided into 6 levels to show how students are progressing in their English language development.

Reaching Level 6:

Students function fluently in listening, reading, writing, and speaking

Students' skills are equal to those of native English speakers at their appropriate grade level

These students have gained the skills necessary to participate in an English-speaking classroom

Bridging Level 5:

Students function almost fluently in listening, reading, writing, and speaking

Students' skills are almost equal to those of native English speakers at their appropriate grade level

These students have gained the skills necessary to participate in an English-speaking classroom

Expanding level 4:

Students are able to use skills at a higher level than developing students.

Although their knowledge and use of English is at a more advanced level, these students make mistakes usually involving more subtle use of language and difficult levels of vocabulary and grammar

Developing level 3:

Students have better English skills than students at the basic level

However, these students' skills are often not well developed and they make significant errors in the four skill areas

Beginning level 2:

A student at the Emerging level needs some supports and structures to improve their academic language skills

Entering level 1:

Students are at the beginning level in the four skill areas

These students’ English skills are minimal

How are the results used?

Students will continue to receive English Language Development services until their scores on the WIDA ACCESS show that they have learned English well enough to participate fully in their English-only classes. Educators also use students’ WIDA ACCESS scores to help decide which instructional standards to focus on, and to evaluate programs.

Currently a score of 4.7 is considered proficient in the state of Montana. Based on research, the OPI has determined that students growing at least 0.5 points on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs each year should attain English Language Proficiency within 5 years. The OPI's definition of progress is any student who shows a 0.5 point growth on their composite score from the previous year.

To learn more about the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs please visit the WIDA ACCESS page.

Important Links:

Bienvenidos: Spanish Family resource website

OPI English Learner WEBISTE

Teacher resources (forthcoming)

Gifted Education

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

Serving Families in Transition

Title IX, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act provides funding to support homeless youth.The purpose of our program is to ensure that "each child of a homeless individual and each homeless youth has equal access to the same free, appropriate public education."

If you are a parent/guardian or a student in need of assistance you may contact your building principal, or contact the Family/School Services Coordinator.

If you are a parent/guardian or student with questions or concerns regarding the school placement of your child please feel free to contact the Family/School Services Coordinator directly or download the Dispute Resolution Form and submit it to your child’s school.

Additionally, information on donating can be found here: Donation Letter or view the How To Help page below.

Sincerely,

Anna Edwards
Family/School Services Coordinator
(406)522-6118

How To Help?

In order for students to succeed in school it is important for them to have their basic needs met. Having the food, supplies and support they need is crucial. There are a number of ways you can help. From providing healthy food and school supplies to volunteering, you can make a difference in the lives of students and help ensure their long term success. Click on the topics listed to learn how you can help.

Thank you!

Anna Edwards

Family-School Services Coordinator

Volunteer

There are a variety of ways you can help serve students in need in the Bozeman School District, including:

•Assisting with the donation sign-up process through the BHS or GHS Parent Advisory Council (PAC)

•Intaking and Organizing Donations

•Organizing and Cleaning the Shelf

The Shelf is located at both Bozeman High School and Gallatin High School. The Shelf provides school supplies, hygiene items and food to students throughout the district. People bring donations that need to be sorted and organized.

If you’d like to help with the Shelf or in another way listed above, please start by reviewing our District Volunteer Handbook and filling out and signing the Volunteer Guidelines and Disclosure Form. Both of these forms can be found on the Volunteer page of the Bozeman School District Website.

LINK TO VOLUNTEER PAGE

Donate Perishable Food

Students need healthy food to be alert and ready to learn. You can donate both perishable and non-perishable food. Examples of perishable food you can donate include:

Fruit (clementines)

Shelf Stable Milk

Milk Alternatives (like Almond or Soy)

Protein Beverages

Yogurt

String Cheese

If you are interested in donating perishable food to the Shelf please sign-up through the BHS and GHS PAC. To ensure food is stored appropriately and given to students in a timely manner, they use Sign-Up Genius. This forum allows people to sign up to bring perishable food items. Click on the link below to be redirected to the Sign-Up Genius page, where you can indicate what you are bringing and when.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4aa4a928a3fcc70-support

Donate Non-Perishable Food

Students need healthy food to be alert and ready to learn. You can donate both perishable and non-perishable food. Examples of non-perishable food you can donate include:

Individual Cereal

Instant Oatmeal

Granola Bars

Microwavable Mac and Cheese

Cup of Noodles

Fruit Cups

If you are interested in donating non-perishable food to the Shelf please sign-up through the BHS and GHS PAC. To ensure food is stored appropriately and given to students in a timely manner, they use Sign-Up Genius. This forum allows people to sign up to bring non-perishable food items. Click on the link below to be redirected to the Sign-Up Genius page, where you can indicate what you are bringing and when.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4aa4a928a3fcc70-support

Donate Personal Care Items

Personal care items help our students prepare to succeed in school. When a child or teen is experiencing homelessness or transition, these items are especially helpful. New personal care items you can donate include:

Shampoo and Conditioner (New, full size)

Hairspray and Hairbrushes (New, Full size)

Face and Body Lotion (New, Full size)

Deodorant (New, Unused)

Tampons and Maxi Pads

Kleenex

Laundry and Dish Soap

Personal care items can be donated at the Main Office at Bozeman High School or Gallatin High School on Fridays during the school year between the hours of 8am-4pm. The BHS Main Office is located at 205 N 11th Avenue and the GHS Main Office at 4455 Annie Street.

Donate School Supplies

Adequate school supplies are essential to helping students engage and learn. Students may enter the school district mid-year and need school supplies immediately to be able to fully participate in their classes. School supplies you can donate include:

No. 2 Pencils

Pens

Ruled Paper

Markers
New Backpacks
Water Bottles

School supplies can be donated at the Main Office at Bozeman High School or Gallatin High School on Fridays during the school year between the hours of 8am-4pm. The BHS Main Office is located at 205 N 11th Avenue and the GHS Main Office at 4455 Annie Street.

Donate Clothing

Give

Any in-kind or monetary donations to assist our homeless and at-risk youth are greatly appreciated. The Homeless Assistance Fund helps to support families (those who are in transition with their living circumstances and those who are struggling financially or otherwise at risk) with basic needs such as food and transportation. Additionally, due to limited grant resources funds, will also support the McKinney-Vento Families in Transition program expenses if needed.

The following is a wish list of items that are always in need.

•Grocery gift cards

•Gas gift cards
•Walmart/Target gift cards

•Monetary donations to the Bozeman School District via web (here) or check (Memo: Homeless Assistance Fund)

Donations can also be made through Bozeman School Foundation, a non-profit organization established to help serve the needs of the Bozeman School District.

How Do We Determine If A Child Is Homeless?

A child who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence may be classified as homeless under the law known as the McKinney-Vento Act 42 U.S.C. 11434a(2), which is also known as Title IX Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act. A child’s living situation must meet one of the following criteria:

Shelter resident
Shared housing (doubled up with family or friends due to financial reasons)
Motel/hotel resident (because affordable housing is not available)
Campground or tent
Substandard housing (the home lacks electricity or running water)
Car or abandoned building
Unaccompanied youth (not living in the physical custody of a parent or legal guardian and lacking a regular, fixed, nighttime residence)

Educational Rights For Students Experiencing Homelessness

Receive a free, appropriate public education
Enroll and attend school immediately even if unable to provide records required for enrollment
Enroll or remain in school without a permanent address
Qualify for Free and reduced lunch
Receive transportation to and from school if requested
Receive educational services comparable to those provided to other students, according to the child’s needs
Stay in school of origin (when feasible and in the child’s best interest)
Speak with a local homeless liaison about their rights

Helpful Links

Title VI Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Education

Title VI funding is designed to support the efforts of school districts, Indian tribes and organizations, colleges, and other entities to meet the unique academic needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives so that these students can achieve to the same challenging state standards as all students. The Bozeman Title VI parent committee reviews the district's goals annually in order to ensure that the needs of local students are being met. The grant provides additional support to qualifying students in the core academic areas with a focus on reading and mathematics. Information on the Native American Parent Group and Parent Committee can be found here: Parent Group Meetings
If you are interested in determining whether your child meets the criteria for participation in Title VI, please download the form 506, Student Eligibility Form (Tribal Certification) from our webpage and send to Anna Edwards, Family School Coordinator, for review. There are a wealth of resources available from Ed.gov – select the following link for student, parent, teacher and administrator resources:

Office of Indian Education

506 form

Title 1 Academic Intervention Program

Title I funds are available to qualifying schools identified as high-poverty to ensure that poor and minority children have the same opportunity as other children to meet challenging State academic standards. These extra resources help support underachieving youth in a variety of areas including academic achievement in reading and math and school improvement through professional development and parent outreach. Both the Office of Public Instruction and Ed.gov website have more information. You may visit them at the following locations:

If you are interested in finding out whether your child qualifies for services, please contact your child's teacher or building principal.

OPI Title I ProgramminG

US Department of Education Title I Programming

Traffic Education

Welcome to the Bozeman Schools Traffic Education Program!

The application for the Fall 2023 session has closed.

The next available application period is for the Fall 2 2023 Session. The application period is scheduled from October 2-8. The application will be live on this page on October 2 at 9:00 am.

NOTE: Traffic Ed is not a requirement in Montana. The Student Relief Program allows 15+ year olds to start the licensing process without participating in a Traffic Education Course. Review the information at dojmt.gov/getyourpermit to determine if the option is appropriate for you and your student.

Fall 2 Session Class Information

Students born on or before 5/6/2009 are eligible to apply.

Fall 2 Application Link (will go live at 9 am on Monday, October 2)

Fall 2 Session Dates: November 6 - December 14 (No Class 11/17 for PIR Day, 11/22-11/24 for Thanksgiving)

Fall 2 Application Period: October 2 - 8 The link will be live at 9:00 am on October 2.

Notification of Acceptance/Wait List: October 13 via email (check for an email from trafficed@bsd7.org on that date)

Payment Period: October 16 - 19

Fall 2 Session Class Times: Combination of asynchronous online delivery (Monday through Friday) and (3) REQUIRED in-person days. Not attending all three days will result in not passing the class (no exceptions). Students will be required to complete a daily check in or assignment.

November 6 (Monday): 4 - 6 p.m. (First Day)
November 7 (Tuesday): 4 - 6 p.m. (Parent Meeting)
November 13 (Monday): 4 - 6 p.m. (Learners License Test Day)

No Class November 17 (PIR Day), November 22-24 (Thanksgiving) *Driving can take place on PIR days and holidays if students are available*

Instructor and room assignments will be emailed to accepted students one week before the start of the session. Class location will be GHS or BHS. Effort will be made to place students at their school of attendance.

Drive time schedules for the (6) 2-hour drives can be from 6-8 a.m., 4-6 p.m., and 6-8 p.m. Monday-Friday and between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturdays. The schedules are created by the instructors and will be distributed the first few days of class.

Fall Session Information

Fall Session Dates: September 20-October 27 (No Class 9/25, 10/19, and 10/20 for PIR Days)

Fall Session Class Times: Combination of asynchronous online delivery (Monday through Friday) and (3) REQUIRED in-person days. Not attending all three days will result in not passing the class (no exceptions). Students will be required to complete a daily check in or assignment.

September 20 (Wednesday): 4 - 6 p.m. (First Day)
September 21 (Thursday): 4 - 6 p.m. (Parent Meeting)
September 28 (Thursday): 4 - 6 p.m. (Learners License Test Day)

No classes on September 25, October 19, and October 20 (PIR Days) *Driving can take place on PIR days if students are available*

Instructor and room assignments will be emailed to accepted students one week before the start of the session. Class location will be GHS or BHS. Effort will be made to place students at their school of attendance.

Drive time schedules for the (6) 2-hour drives can be from 6-8 a.m., 4-6 p.m., and 6-8 p.m. Monday-Friday and between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. The schedules are created by the instructors and will be distributed the first few days of class.

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General Information: There are typically 6 traffic ed sessions per year: Fall, Fall 2, Winter, Spring, Summer A and Summer B. We will run the Fall 2 session if there are enough instructors available. Each session has its own online-only application period. We do not take continuous applications. Any applications must be done during the application periods. If your child does not make it into the session, you must reapply for any subsequent sessions. It may take several attempts to be accepted into a session as there are typically more applicants than there are spots. Placement is determined by date of birth. Please continue to check this website for future sessions and application dates.

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Summer A Schedule 2022-2023

Summer B Schedule 2023-2024

Fall Schedule 2023-2024

Fall 2 Schedule 2023-2024

Winter Schedule 2023-2024

Spring Schedule 2023-2024 (update coming soon)