Foot race helps Arlee’s ‘Friends’ give back to school

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Runners trot home in the 2006 Buttercup Run, the annual fundraising event for the Friends of Arlee School, Inc. This year's run is scheduled for March 27.

By Melea Burke
Valley Journal
ARLEE — It’s almost time for the first run of the spring in Arlee, and there are more than a few good reasons to participate, no matter your stance on exercise. The annual Buttercup Run, a fundraiser for the Friends of Arlee School, Inc., is March 27, and every entrance fee goes directly to improve the quality of education for Arlee students.
For nearly two decades, the group of about eight caring volunteers has proven themselves to be true friends to the school and community of Arlee. Last year alone, the Friends of Arlee gave more than $5,000 to Arlee teachers, classes and programs for items not included in the school’s budget. They also awarded more than $8,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors, and administered $6,000 to the Arlee Summer Leadership Program. Especially in a working class community like Arlee, their efforts make ..........
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Filing for school trustee elections ends March 25

Valley Journal
People interested in improving the education of our children are needed. Local districts are grateful for the hours of dedication and volunteer service provided by the school trustees. This is truly an opportunity to make a difference in your local community.
The Lake County Superintendent of Schools announces that all Lake County school districts are seeking interested and qualified people to serve as trustees. The deadline for filing is March 25. Annual school trustee elections will be held Tuesday, May 4.
Interested candidates may obtain the trustee nomination petition from the school district clerk. Signatures of a minimum of five registered, resident, active voters are needed to validate the candidate’s petition. First Class Polson and Ronan districts require a minimum of 20 signatures. The petition must then be filed with the school clerk who will verify candidate and petition signers are school district residents and active registered Lake County voters.
If you are not sure of your voter status (active or inactive) call the Lake County Elections Office at 883-7268. Once validated, the candidate’s name will appear on the school ballot for the May election if an election is required.
Trustee terms are for three years unless noted otherwise. Note that all appointed trustees must run in the next election for the remainder of their term. Only a portion of the board is up for election yearly to maintain board continuity.
Trustee terms expiring with the May election include ..........
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