EDUCATION
YOUTH
BEARTOOTH BILLINGS CLINIC CHILDREN'S CENTER
WHO
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Children ages 1–6
COST
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12–24 months: $60/full day or $33/half day. Monthly rates range from $293–$1,257, depending on days per week.
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2 years–Pre-K: $47/full day or $27/half day. Monthly rates range from $246–$992, depending on days per week.
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Scholarships are available for families who need short-term or ongoing financial assistance.
WHAT
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Provides childcare and early childhood education for young children, with a child-centered, play-based approach. The center also provides preschool programming.
WHERE
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114 N Villard Ave N., Red Lodge, MT 59068
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406-446-1919
WHEN
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Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The program operates year-round. The Center is closed on standard national holidays and staff training days.
BELFRY PUBLIC SCHOOL
WHO
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Students in Pre-K through 12th grade.
WHAT
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Belfry Public School is a small, rural public-school serving student from Pre-K through 12th grade. The school emphasizes personalized learning, low educator-to-student ratios, one-to-one technology, and individual learning paths.
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The school also offers extracurricular activities, athletics, and educational and team-focused opportunities. A Pre-K program and after-school program are available to support students and families.
WHEN
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Monday-Thursday 8:00am-3:20pm
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Friday 8:00am-2:00pm
WHERE
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200 Wisconsin, Belfry, MT 59008
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406-664-3319
BRIDGER PUBLIC SCHOOL
WHO
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Kindergarten through 12th grade, with a Pre-K and after-school program.
WHAT
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Public K–12 school offering personalized learning, one-to-one technology, athletics, educational activities, and team-focused opportunities.
WHEN
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Monday-Thursday 8:00am- 3:15pm
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Friday 8:00am-2:00pm
WHERE
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429 West Park Avenue, Bridger, MT 59014
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Elementary: 406-662-3588
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High school: 406-662-3533
CARBON COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
WHO
WHAT
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County-level administration and oversight of public schools, including homeschool records, school finance support, transportation oversight, and school records.
WHERE
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17 West 11th Street, Red Lodge, MT 59068
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406-446-1301 or 406-446-1221
WHEN
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Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, except legal holidays.
FROMBERG PUBLIC SCHOOL
WHO
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Students in Pre-K through 12th grade in the Fromberg School District #6.
WHAT
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Public K–12 education through Fromberg School District #6. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school programs.
WHEN
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Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm
WHERE
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319 School Street, Fromberg, MT 59029
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Elementary: 406-668-7755
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High school: 406-668-7315
HRDC
WHO
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Varies with program. Must be economically disadvantaged according to federal/state guidelines.
COST
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Varies by program. Some services may be provided at no cost to eligible participants.
WHAT
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Alternative Education
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LIEAP
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Weatherization
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WoRC (Work Readiness Component)
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Assets for Independence
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Harmony House Transitional Living Program
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Family Economic Security Savings Program
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Scholarship Program
WHEN
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Varies by program. Contact HRDC for current availability, application periods, and program schedules.
WHERE
JOLIET PUBLIC SCHOOL
WHERE
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300 North Park Street, Joliet, MT 59041
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406-962-3541
LUTHER PUBLIC SCHOOL
MOUNTAIN BLUEBELLS PRESCHOOL
WHO
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Young children; current public childcare information indicates care is available for children up to age 5.
WHAT
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Licensed childcare and preschool/nursery care in Red Lodge. The program is described as preschool and nursery care.
WHEN
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Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
WHERE
RED LODGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
WHERE
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High School: 800 N Chambers Red Lodge, MT 59068
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406-446-1903
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Middle/Elementary School: 311 S Oakes Ave., Red Lodge MT 59068
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Late start Mondays 9:00 am-3:25pm
406-446-1804
ROBERTS PUBLIC SCHOOL
LUTHER LITTLES PRESCHOOL
WHO
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All 2-5 Year Old Littles
COST
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Contact the program for current tuition and enrollment information.
WHAT
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Luther Littles is a private, part-time preschool program where early learners are encouraged to be curious, creative, and develop character in a supportive learning environment.
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The program offers a well-rounded curriculum that balances academics with play and is designed to support:
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Vocabulary development
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Awareness of patterns and sounds in language
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Letter recognition
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Social skills and emotional development
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Knowledge of printed materials
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Beginning math concepts
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Fine and gross motor skills
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Outdoor play
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Exploration of the arts and sciences
WHEN
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Tuesdays-Thursdays: 8:10AM-11:10AM
WHERE
ADULTS
RED LODGE ADULT EDUCATION
WHO
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Adults in the Red Lodge and surrounding areas.
COST
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$20 class fee, with possible additional costs for supplies.
WHAT
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Adult education classes designed to help adults build practical skills and knowledge. These are non-certificate enrichment classes, meant for personal growth rather than formal credentialing.
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There is a Fall session (typically held in October and early November, with the call for instructors starting in August) and a Spring session (typically held in April and early May, with the call for instructors starting in February).
WHERE
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Red Lodge Schools
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C/O Adult Ed. Coordinator Tonya Henry
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PO Box 1090
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413 S. Oakes Ave.
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Red Lodge, MT 59068
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406-446-2110
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Contact information for RLHS's Career Step Certificate programs:
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For Red Lodge High School's Career Step certification programs, email jean_petersen@redlodge.k12.mt.us.
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Contact Information for HiSET (formerly GED) program:
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Contact John Fitzgerald at john_fitzgerald@redlodge.k12.mt.us
RED LODGE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
WHO
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Red Lodge High School students, particularly students preparing for education or training after high school. Individual scholarship eligibility requirements vary.
COST
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Free to access the scholarship information. Individual scholarships may have their own application requirements
WHAT
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Provides information about scholarships available to Red Lodge High School students.
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Scholarship deadlines vary. Students should check the RLHS scholarship information regularly for current opportunities and deadlines
WHERE
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Red Lodge High School
800 N Chambers Ave
Red Lodge, MT 59068 -
PHONE:
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(406) 446-1903
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY (MSU) BILLINGS ONLINE PROGRAM
WHO
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Adults and students seeking flexible, online higher education options, including undergraduate and graduate students
COST
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Tuition and fees vary by program, course load, and student status. Contact MSU Billings for current tuition rates and financial-aid information.
WHAT
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MSU Billings Online offers 100% online programs designed to provide students with flexibility while completing college coursework. Programs include certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and master's degrees.
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Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101 -
Online programs can be completed remotely; some programs may have required in-person components.
COST
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Year-round. Class schedules vary. Check the website for current Homebuyer Education and financial education class dates.
WHERE
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MSU Billings Admissions
406-657-2888 -
Online programs provide flexible learning options. Individual course schedules and program requirements vary.
Yellowstone West/Carbon County Special Services Cooperative (YWCCSSC)
WHO
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YWCCSSC serves students through participating public-school districts in the Yellowstone-West and Carbon County areas.
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The current cooperative includes 16 listed member districts: Belfry, Blue Creek, Bridger, Broadview, Canyon Creek, Elder Grove, Elysian, Fromberg, Independent, Joliet, Luther, Morin, Pryor, Red Lodge, Roberts, and Yellowstone Academy.
WHAT
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No direct cost to families for eligible special education and related services provided through participating public-school districts. Contact YWCCSSC or the student's school district for eligibility and service details.
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YWCCSSC provides specialized educational and related services to students through its member school districts. Services include:
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School psychology
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Speech and language services
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Occupational therapy
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Physical therapy
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Specialized instruction and special education support
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Audiological services
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Other student and family support services
WHERE
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714 E 5th Street
Laurel, MT 59044 -
PHONE:
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406-633-4039
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FAX:
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406-633-4286
FINANCIAL
FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)
WHO
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Students planning to attend college, career school, or trade school. Parents or other required contributors may also need to participate depending on the student's circumstances.
COST
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Free. There is no fee to complete or submit the FAFSA.
WHAT
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The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Completing the FAFSA is the primary way students apply for federal financial aid, including:
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Federal Pell Grants
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Federal Work-Study
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Federal student loans
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FAFSA information may also be used by states, colleges, career schools, and some private organizations to determine eligibility for additional financial aid.
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Students must complete a new FAFSA each year they want to receive federal student aid.
WHERE
MONTANA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID
WHO
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Students seeking financial assistance for higher education. Eligibility varies by scholarship, grant, tuition waiver, or other financial aid program.
COST
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No application fee indicated.
WHAT
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The Montana University System provides information about scholarships, grants, tuition waivers, and other financial aid programs available to eligible Montana students.
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Programs include:
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MUS Honor Scholarship
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Montana STEM/Healthcare Scholarship
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2+2 Honor Scholarship
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Montana National Guard Tuition Waiver
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Honorably Discharged Veteran Tuition Waiver
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American Indian Tuition Waiver
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War Orphans Tuition Waiver
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Surviving Dependents of Montana Firefighters/Peace Officers Tuition Waiver
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National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship
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Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
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Work Study
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Other Montana University System financial aid programs
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1-800-537-7508
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH
WHO
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Students looking for scholarships and other financial assistance for education. Eligibility varies by scholarship.
COST
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Free to search for scholarships using these resources. Individual scholarships may have their own requirements.
WHAT
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Online scholarship search tools help students find scholarships that may match their education level, state, major, interests, academic background, and other eligibility criteria.
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Scholarship deadlines vary throughout the year. Students should search regularly and check each scholarship's individual deadline and eligibility requirements. CareerOneStop's Scholarship Finder organizes opportunities by the closest application deadline.
WHERE
THE HOME CENTER (HRDC DISTRICT 7)
WHO
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Services are available to the entire community. Counseling services are not income-based. Eligibility requirements may vary depending on the specific program or class.
COST
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Varies by service. Many counseling and financial education services are free. The in-person HUD Certified Homebuyer Education course currently has a $50 non-refundable registration fee per household. Online homebuyer education courses have separate fees.
WHAT
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Housing Counseling
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Homebuyer Education
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Financial Education and Financial Coaching
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Budget Counseling
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Rental Counseling
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Rental Information
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Pre-purchase Counseling
COST
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Year-round. Class schedules vary. Check the website for current Homebuyer Education and financial education class dates.
WHERE
MY STUDENT IN NEED
WHO
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Red Lodge students
WHAT
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Provides an anonymous resource for teachers to ask for and receive help for students from generous individuals in our communities.
COST
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Varies.
WHERE