Dan Ries
5-8 Principal & Activities Director
(406) 549-9239 extension 225
dan.ries@target.k12.mt.us
About me
I was born and raised in Conrad, Montana. I graduated from this awesome school district and went on to get my first college degree from the University of Montana in Missoula. I began my teaching career in 2003 in Arlee, Montana, where I taught for 10 wonderful years. In 2010 I earned a Master's in Teaching from Sierra Nevada College. I've had the opportunity to teach grades 4th through 8th. I have also coached high school and junior high softball, football, wrestling, and track.
Most recently, I graduated with a Master's in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University in 2021. I'm excited to take on the 5-8 Principal & Activities Director role for our school. I absolutely love working with kids and helping them reach their fullest potential. The relationships that we build are very special, and are really the best part of my career!
Go Tigers!
Daily schedule
Please set up a time for us to meet as my schedule frequently varies. Check in at the front office with Ms. Kristen or Ms. Maggie and they will be able to help.
(406) 549-9239 x225 or dan.ries@target.k12.mt.us
Favorites
COLOR
My favorite color is sunset orange. We get the best sunsets in this valley!
BOOK
I don't have just 1 favorite book, but I have a favorite author: John Grisham. He really gets me hooked on his stories and I find it hard to put the book down and get some sleep!
FOOD
There is nothing better than a nice and juicy rib-eye steak seared and grilled on the barbeque!
ANIMAL
Ever since I heard about the prehistoric animal, sabretooth tiger, I have been intrigued. Although I will probably never see one in real life, it won't stop me from dreaming about what they were actually like!
SPORT
I'm an avid NFL fan and try to watch as many games as possible. I am also a fastpitch softball coach and have had the opportunity to coach some of the best girls to ever come out of Montana.
RESTAURANT
I ABSOLUTELY love Jaker's! Not just because I love their food and atmosphere, but because that's where my family does all of our celebrations. This is the place we tell each other when something good is happening in our family, and I will always treasure it.
TREAT
I really love a smooth and frothy white chocolate mocha! This drink smells as delicious as it tastes, and it ALWAYS makes my day better.
ACTIVITY/HOBBY
The most recent activity I picked up has been hockey. Hockey has certainly humbled me and is helping me practice what I preach in the classroom about taking risks and persevering when things get tough.
QUOTE
Whether you think you can or you think you can't; you are right!
Henry Ford