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FOBSE turns 10
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11 years agoon
By Maria Wyllie
Explore Big Sky Staff Writer
BIG SKY – Friends of Big Sky Education is taking a new direction as it completes its first decade.
Founded in 2004, the nonprofit organization led community efforts in establishing a high school in Big Sky. Lack of a local high school previously forced families to either move out of the area, purchase second homes in Bozeman, send their kids to boarding schools, or send them on the long bus ride twice a day, thus prohibiting them from participating in extracurricular activities, according to Anne Marie Mistretta, FOBSE Board Director and Vice President/Secretary.
After a study conducted in 2005, it was evident that FOBSE – comprised of a group of parents committed to improving secondary education in Big Sky – needed to take the lead, said Mistretta, who also served as superintendent for the Big Sky School District from 2005-2010 (then called Ophir School District).
Since Lone Peak High School’s establishment in 2009, FOBSE’s mission has become more focused on supporting the arts in Big Sky.
“Friends of Big Sky Education historically has always been ready to move in whatever direction we’ve felt was the most pressing need in the community, and initially that was the school,” said FOBSE President Loren Bough. “Now that the school is up and running and successful, we looked around and thought about what the next thing is we can do to support the school.”
Once the high school opened, the group’s work became more focused on supporting programs and projects at the school. Many members felt FOBSE had completed its mission upon forming the high school, making it difficult to obtain a quorum at meetings.
Consequently, FOBSE is transitioning from a member corporation where all representatives receive votes, to a board corporation where only board members can vote. All others interested in maintaining membership will be considered advisory members, Mistretta said.
Moving forward in 2014, the group will now act as the parent organization and nonprofit entity for the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, located on the school’s campus, and is also starting a high school scholarship initiative.
“[FOBSE] has oftentimes [worked] behind the scenes with a tremendous amount of hard work from many loyal community members,” Bough said. “We’re proud of the work we’ve done and look forward to a successful future.”
Megan Paulson is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Outlaw Partners.
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Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
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Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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August 12 (Monday) 6:00 pm - October 21 (Monday) 6:00 pm
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Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description
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Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description information. Please wear layers, bring water and snacks. Bear spray recommended.
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August 19 (Monday) 9:00 am - October 21 (Monday) 12:00 pm
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Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
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Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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August 19 (Monday) 6:00 pm - October 28 (Monday) 6:00 pm
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Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be
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Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be taught by a variety of teachers from Santosha and BASE. This summer all proceeds will go to Big Sky Band-Aid, aside from the first one on the 26th that is happening during Pride week- all funds donated for that class will go to Big Sky OUT. A delicious lunch will also be served by Gourmet Gals following our practice each Wednesday (included in donation). You are welcome to donate with cash at the event or you can Venmo @Santoshabigsky and make a note for Community Yoga. Hope to see you in the Park!
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August 21 (Wednesday) 12:00 pm - October 21 (Monday) 1:00 pm
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