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Foreign Language Day took place March 5 where seniors Keely West and Matt Wier participate in the cultural event at the University of Montana. Photo by Mauro Whiteman.

On March 5 CMR foreign language students traveled to the University of Montana for the annual “Foreign Language Days” event. Students gained perspective into college life by sitting through courses that opened their doors to high school students for a day. Some classes prepared a lesson plan that involved the students or asked them to participate in the discussion if they spoke the language being taught. Students in German, French, and Spanish classes sat in on a class in their primary language  while also taking exotic classes like Arabic, Greek, Italian, Russian Literature, and culture classes.

During basketball season, referees deal with pressure from coaches, parents, players and fans.

Montana refs share their stories

by Meg Smith

With their black and white stripes it seems the prey becomes the predator. These zebras don’t run away from the pack; they dive right in and keep the game from turning into a tooth and nail fight. They are the referees. Read the rest of this entry »

by Tim Seery

For the past year, it has been a unique experience to be at the forefront of education policy on both the state and federal level. In fact, I have learned to appreciate the quality and durability of our education system in Montana despite some formidable challenges. Read the rest of this entry »