Somers-Lakeside District 29

06/02/2026

Come Grab a Free Breakfast and Lunch
Somers and Lakeside Families!

Somers and Lakeside School will be offering free summer meals for anyone 0-18 years of age, June 17th- August 21.

Pick up days are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We will have two days worth of meals ready for you, each pickup day.

We will be offering breakfast and lunch and have multiple pick-up sites as follows:
11:00-11:45 Somers Middle School
12:10-12:30 Lakeside Elementary
12:40-12:50 Mondays Only at the Corner of Blacktail and Tamarack Woods Drive For Bulk Meal Pickup
Please reach out to me directly with any questions or concerns.
[email protected] (406) 249-7313. See you soon!! 😎

05/30/2026

Join the Team at Somers School District 29!

Are you looking for meaningful work in a supportive school community where you can make a difference in the lives of students every day? Somers School District 29 is excited to announce several upcoming employment opportunities for the 2026–2027 school year at both Lakeside Elementary and Somers Middle School.

We are seeking dedicated, student-centered individuals who are passionate about supporting children, collaborating with staff, and contributing to a positive school culture.

Office Manager – Lakeside Elementary
40 hours per week during the school year
$19–21 per hour
Position closes on June 19 at 5:00 PM
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organization, communication, and helping schools run smoothly while serving as a welcoming presence for students, families, and staff.

Paraprofessional – Somers Middle School
35 hours per week during the school year
$18–20 per hour
Position closes on July 8 at 5:00 PM

We are looking for caring, dependable team members who enjoy working directly with students and supporting classroom instruction and student success.
Paraprofessional – Lakeside Elementary
35 hours per week during the school year
$18–20 per hour

Position closes on July 8 at 5:00 PM
This role offers an opportunity to positively impact elementary students while working alongside a dedicated and supportive staff team in our special education department.

Title Support Reading – Lakeside Elementary
35 hours per week during the school year
$18–20 per hour
Position closes on July 8 at 5:00 PM
This role offers an opportunity to support student reading while working alongside our dedicated staff in our title department.

At Somers School District 29, we value teamwork, relationships, and a commitment to helping every student succeed. If you are interested in becoming part of a collaborative and caring school community, we encourage you to apply when postings become available.

Apply Here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxmt0TzU0FMk_oSvx9B3cJ0DL-og1zeT7-gjCvWaQ6mDkq0g/viewform?usp=header

05/18/2026

Bravo to the talented students of Somers Middle School Theater!

This past week, our students wowed audiences with three SOLD OUT performances of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr. on May 15 & 16, along with special school performances on May 14 & 15.

A total of 38 students from every middle school grade level participated in the production, with especially strong representation from our fifth graders! Through seven weeks of rehearsals and hard work, students learned the power of teamwork, resilience, and creative expression.

For many students, theater became more than just a performance. As Charlotte Beattie shared, “Theater is a safe place where I can be myself and express different ideas and thoughts.” Gus Carey-Louden reflected on “the teamwork and working together to get things done,” while Londyn Hutcherson shared that theater taught her “the importance of patience and resilience.”

Students also discovered confidence and creativity on stage. “I learned that I can speak up,” said Lilyana Franklin, who embraced acting for the first time this season. Viola Carey-Louden described loving the opportunity to “really immerse myself in the character I’m playing,” while Ava Ruonavaara reminded us that theater is “a great experience to help you through being embarrassed and having stage fright,” adding that hearing audience laughter and applause “makes the whole thing worth it.”

A few special highlights from this incredible production:
⭐ Eighth-grader Viola Carey-Louden delivered a commanding performance as Miss Trunchbull
⭐ Londyn Hutcherson charmed audiences as Miss Honey
⭐ Juliet Franklin made her acting debut as Mrs. Phelps, the librarian
⭐ Kelsey Scott played the “meanest” Big Kid
⭐ Keeley McClish kept the spotlight shining as lighting technician
⭐ Seventh-grader Kenzie Kilduff took on the demanding title role of Matilda, appearing in nearly every scene and mastering Matilda’s challenging songs

We are so proud of the dedication, courage, and creativity shown by every cast and crew member. Thank you to our families, staff, and community for supporting the arts and helping make this production such a success!

Stay tuned this fall when Somers Middle School Theater announces its 2027 production!

Production Photos Link Below

05/15/2026

Join the revolt! 📚✨

SMS Theater presents Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Jr. this weekend at Somers Middle School! Come support our talented students in this high-energy production about standing up for what’s right.

A special shout-out to eighth-grader Viola Carey-Louden, who not only stars as the formidable Miss Trunchbull but also wrote the official press release for the show! Check out her article in the Daily Inter Lake here: https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2026/may/14/join-the-revolt-with-matilda-the-musical-jr/

Showtimes:

Friday, May 15: 6:30 PM

Saturday, May 16: 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Tickets:

$8 Individuals / $30 Families

Buy online via GoFan (search "Somers Middle School") or scan the QR codes in the images below!

Don’t miss out on this "revolting" good time!

05/08/2026

✨ SMS Theater are Next Week! ✨

📚🎬 Our incredibly talented school players are bringing Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr. The Musical to the stage next week, and you won’t want to miss it.

Come support our students and witness the magic at **Somers Middle School**!

📅 Showtimes

We have three chances for you to catch the show:
Friday, May 15th @ 6:30 PM
Saturday, May 16th @ 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

🎟️ Ticket Information and QR Codes are in the Attached Pictures.
Individuals: $8
Families: $30

05/07/2026

Please help spread the word!

Spread the word! We’re celebrating Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Radatti on June 3rd. All current and former students and their family’s are welcome!

05/07/2026

We are excited to spotlight Somers Middle School student Zoey Dulac, whose article was recently published in the Flathead Audubon Society newsletter!

Zoey’s work highlights her passion, talent, and dedication, and we are incredibly proud to see her recognized in the community. Thank you, Zoey, for representing Somers so well!

You can read her article in the latest newsletter here:

04/29/2026

Parent/Guardian Feedback Survey

Dear Families, we currently have 70 responses to our feedback survey so we thank all who have filled this out.

We are reaching out because we truly value the partnership we share with you in supporting your child’s education. We are officially opening our annual Parent Feedback Survey, and we would love to hear your story. We are extending the deadline to get a few more responses so please respond by 5pm on Tuesday, May 5th!

Your perspective helps us understand what we are doing right and where we can grow. The survey should take about 15 to 20 minutes of your time, and we’ve made sure to provide specific links for each building to keep the information organized. If you have a student at Lakeside, please use that specific link, and if you have one at Somers, please use the Somers link. For those of you with students in both buildings, we would be so grateful if you could take the time to complete both surveys so we can understand the unique experience at each campus.

Lakeside Elementary School Link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyf5c_NgvQV0shX9vvs7H3cojiCIZvk5xIKC49gdxBHcAWOg/viewform?usp=dialog

Somers Middle School Link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctzxeM09V_beeaE896WIHHM2mITZ7wOyOUXBXkCKavmy8Hiw/viewform

We truly appreciate your honesty and understand that sometimes feedback involves sharing positives, frustrations, or concerns. As we work together to make our schools the best they can be, we kindly ask that you keep your narrative responses professional and constructive. When feedback is shared with kindness and appropriate language, it is much easier for our team to hear your concerns clearly and take meaningful action.

We are so excited to hear what you have to say and to keep building a wonderful environment for our students together. Thank you for your time, your heart, and your continued support.

Thank you for helping us grow!

Superintendent Alex Ator

04/29/2026

The Somers Middle School is looking for a summer custodian to help get the building ready for next fall. If you are interested in helping out or know someone interested, please let us know!
More details in the attached link!

Summer Cleaning & Maintenance Position Available at Somers Middle School This role is a deep dive into facility care while the hallways are empty. It’s perfect for someone who prefers project-based work, like painting and specialized cleaning. Duration: June 1 through August 31. Commitment: 30...

04/19/2026

Lakeside and Somers Community clean up day next week, Saturday the 25th! Meet at Volunteer Park Between 9 and 1030!

From the Chamber page below!

Lakeside Somers Chamber

2026 COMMUNITY CLEAN UP DAY
Let’s roll up our sleeves and show our town some love!

Join us on April 25th for our Community Clean-Up Day as we come together to help keep Lakeside and Somers beautiful. We’ll meet at Volunteer Park (under the large pavilion) to grab trash bags generously provided by Sliters, along with safety vests, and enjoy complimentary scones from Glacier Perks and coffee from Treasure State Coffee Co.—because doing good should feel good (and taste good, too!).

There’s something powerful about caring for the place we call home. Picking up litter isn’t just about trash—it’s about pride, connection, and community. It’s a chance to spend time outdoors, meet new faces, work alongside friends and neighbors, and make an immediate, visible difference. Every bag filled is a small act of kindness for the next person who walks that trail, visits that park, or drives that road.

When you’re finished, please return your filled trash bags to the large trailer at Volunteer Park by 11:00am. If you prefer, you’re also welcome to bring your collected trash directly to the local landfill.

Bring your friends, your family, your coworkers—many hands make light work, and together we can make a big impact.

Fresh air. Good company. Community pride.
Let’s make it a morning that feels as good as it looks.

Pick a location you want to help by following the link below!