Montana Education Excellence

University of Montana President George Dennison announced Monday afternoon that he will be retiring on Aug. 15, 2010.

"The Youth Serve Montana Scholarships is a great way to honor students who invest their time and talents in Montana, and help them go to college."

Although the fairs are geared to college students and high school students,
they are open to anyone interested in pursuing post-secondary education and
career research. Parents are encouraged to attend as well.

Hundreds of school representatives were in Helena Wednesday for the 2010 Energy Summit: Repowering Montana Schools, where energy efficiency experts from the region came armed with information and strategies.

"This analysis shows that Montana is making progress in closing the achievement gap among students, but our job is not done until all children are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to compete in the 21st century." Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau

‘Chicks in Science’ event aims to crack stereotypes on science/technology careers for girls

When tiny Montana towns lose their small community schools to consolidation, the result is often what Renee Boisseau calls the “Butte effect.”

Within a year, students can complete the three classes required for the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist credential.

"It’s really pushing an urban agenda onto our rural states."

Instead of fighting students’ passion for connecting to each other and the world through personal gadgets, the Bozeman schools have decided to join them, and turn what could be electronic toys into tools in a technologic revolution in education.