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6 Years
experience
Trusted K-12 Education in Lockwood, Montana
Lockwood Primary School is committed to fostering student success through a comprehensive educational environment that emphasizes academic excellence, safety, and community engagement. Our district serves over 1,600 students from kindergarten through 12th grade on a single campus, providing a cohesive learning experience led by dedicated teachers, support staff, and administrators. We prioritize adaptability and innovation in our teaching methods while maintaining a structured schedule that accommodates diverse student needs. Our school day begins at 8:00 AM for elementary students, with staggered dismissal times to optimize learning efficiency. For middle and high school students, classes run from 8:08 AM to 3:08 PM, with early release on Wednesdays.Safety remains a cornerstone of our operations, featuring locked campus policies, visitor check-in procedures, and security cameras throughout school facilities and buses. We offer robust extracurricular programs including athletics, music, and gifted education under Mrs. Cindy Gopp's direction. Our transportation system incorporates modern safety features like seat belts and video monitoring, with real-time bus tracking available through FirstView. The district maintains transparent communication channels through our website, which includes WCAG2AA accessibility compliance, and our administrative offices remain open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM-4:00 PM during the school year.
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Health Services
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Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We provide a unified K-12 campus with over 1,600 students and dedicated staff
- Our school day structure optimizes learning efficiency for all grade levels
- Modern safety features include locked campuses and video-monitored transportation
- We offer comprehensive extracurricular programs including athletics and music
- Our staff maintains transparent communication through accessible digital platforms
Services
Athletics
Lockwood Primary School offers comprehensive athletic programs fostering teamwork, discipline, and physical health. Our teams compete in various sports including basketball and wrestling. Facilities include dedicated competition spaces for student-athletes.
Transportation
Our transportation system features seat-belt equipped buses with video monitoring for safety. FirstView tracking allows real-time bus location monitoring. Routes cover the entire Lockwood community area with designated stops.
Health Services
Professional health staff provides medical support during school hours. Services include emergency care coordination, medication administration, and health education programs. The district maintains strict health and safety protocols.
Library
Our library houses extensive educational resources including historic Lockwood archives. Students access print and digital materials supporting curriculum needs. The space facilitates research, reading, and technology access.
Gifted Education
Directed by Mrs. Cindy Gopp, our gifted program challenges high-achieving students with specialized curriculum. The program fosters critical thinking and creativity through project-based learning opportunities beyond standard coursework.
People
Cindy Gopp
Gifted Education Director
Mrs. Cindy Gopp leads Lockwood's gifted education program, designing advanced curricula that challenge high-achieving students through project-based learning and critical thinking exercises.
Darlene Hess
Webmaster
Darlene Hess manages Lockwood Primary School's website accessibility and digital communications, ensuring WCAG2AA compliance and providing technical support for online resources and parent portals.
Questions
How do I enroll my child in Lockwood School District?
Registration is completed online through our website's 'ENROLL TODAY' link. Required paperwork and instructions are available in the Registration section of our website.
What are the school day schedules for different grade levels?
Elementary students (K-2) attend 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; grades 3-5 until 3:00 PM. Middle/high school (6-12) runs 8:08 AM-3:08 PM with early release on Wednesdays.
What safety measures are in place at Lockwood School?
We maintain locked campus policies, visitor check-in procedures, hallway security cameras, and video-monitored school buses with seat belts installed since 2013.
How can I track my child's school bus?
FirstView tracking allows real-time bus monitoring. Contact your school for the access code and follow setup instructions available on our transportation webpage.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer athletics (basketball, wrestling), music programs, gifted education, and special events like grade-level winter programs throughout the academic year.
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