Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment is an opportunity for eligible juniors and seniors to earn college credits while in High School. It is an affordable way to ease the transition to future education and career opportunities. Bigfork Schools and Flathead Vallley Community College are currently offering theses courses through the Running Start program. Read more about Dual Enrollment (pdf).

National Honor Society

Any juniors or seniors that have a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher as well as experience in community service and leadership are eligible to apply for National Honor Society.  As a group, we focus on helping our community through various projects over the course of the year.  Students are also required to do their own service on their own. We run the Veteran’s Assembly each year in addition to other activities. Applications are due in the beginning of the school year. 

Apprenticeships

We are continuously working to bring more apprenticeship/internship opportunities to our school. Currently, we have agreements with Reach Higher Montana Youth Apprenticeship Program as well as FVCC in the following fields:  IT/Tech, Culinary, CNA, HVAC, and – for seniors – Electrician (seniors only for this one).  Stay tuned for more information on work-based learning.

The BHS School to Career program

The BHS School to Career Program allows students to complete academic requirements while gaining hands on experience. We are offering seniors credit if they would like to pursue internship availability in the greater Bigfork community, with opportunities in the fall and in the spring. This program has enabled students to get out in the work force to explore career fields such as teaching and photography. 

Job shadowing

More and more businesses are offering opportunities for students to do career exploration through job shadowing. Students who are interested can reach out to Ms. Munson to inquire about specific job placement.

Tuesday talks

Starting in late September, we will have career Tuesday talks during WIN time. During these talks, community members will visit and enlighten students on their jobs and answer specific questions students might have in those career fields. Community members: If you are interested in participating, please email me at smunson@bfsd38.org to get on my list. 

Flathead Community College visits on Wednesdays

Amanda from FVCC is here every Wednesday to answer any questions about dual enrollment and running start classes. 

Job Service Kalispell visits every 3rd Tuesday

Lou Antoine from Job Services in Kalispell, is available at the career center/counseling office to visit with students about researching jobs, working on resumes and cover letters, arranging job shadows/internships etc. Students: Sign up for a time with Mrs. Munson.

Military visits every month

Military visits take place every month: 

• Army: 3rd Tuesday 
• Navy: 4th Tuesday
• Marines: 3rd Thursday
• Army National Guard: 3rd Monday.