Creating a Community of Significance

A message from the Superintendent

Since July 1, when I became the Superintendent of Billings Public Schools, I have been in the community listening to you. You've had plenty to say, and I want to say something in return. Thank you.

Seriously. You have expressed your thoughts directly and bluntly, and that's exactly what we in public schools need to hear: direct, honest communication about the expectations you have of your schools.

Let me also say you can expect the same from us. In fact, we have completely changed our website so that you would have greater access to the District, through the information that we have included here. We wanted to give you simple, direct answers to the questions we hear most often.

In the spirit of being open and direct, Billings is at a true crossroads; we all have to make some decisions about who we want to be as a community. On the positive side, we have many statewide and regional businesses headquartered here, medical facilities and staff ranked among the best in the nation, excellent institutions of higher learning, and a diverse, growing population. In other words, we have all the elements to become a true community of significance.

We see examples everyday of students and staff that are excelling. We know Billings can become a community of significance and Billings Public Schools will do its part to make that happen. Let’s work toward a future for Billings that provides opportunities for all its citizens: quality healthcare, a proactive business climate, and, yes, top-notch educational resources. Let’s work together to build a community of significance.

Sincerely,

Jack Copps, Superintendent

Billings Public Schools