Dear Mentors: 

After thoughtful discussion and paying close attention to our local and state leaders, we have arrived at the difficult decision to end our programs for the summer 2020 season, effective Thursday, July 23rd. 

Despite our comprehensive cleaning protocols, mandatory mask-wearing, and social distancing measures, as we watch the COVID-19 case count in the Gallatin Valley, we can't help but feel as though cutting the season short is in the best interest of our participants, their families, our mentors, and our staff. 

Please know how much we appreciate you all walking alongside us as we try to figure out what feels like a constantly-evolving situation. We plan to take this time, as a team, to think creatively about what our Fall season will look like and focus on staff training and professional development. 

Stay safe, stay healthy, and take care of one another,

Brittany DeKoch, Program Director

brittany@byep.org