Students are participating in the IditaRead Challenge, a reading program inspired by the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. As students read books, they move along checkpoints on the Iditarod trail from Anchorage to Nome, just like the mushers in the race.
So far, Whitman students have read 913 books during the challenge. Way to go, readers!
📸 Preslee, 4th Grade at Camelot Elementary
“She is always working hard and being kind to others. She participates in class and is always ready to help.”
– Karla Carper, Principal
“I like PE.”
– Preslee
Students Behind the Lens:
By: Marissa Peterson
Nominations are open for the 2025-2026 Educational Support Personnel (ESP) of the Year Award!
Don’t miss your chance to nominate that exceptional employee who provides critical support to our educational services and recognize them for their outstanding performance! Educational Support Personnel are vital to the ultimate success of student learning. That person may be the food service worker who serves food with a smile, the custodian who works tirelessly to ensure a clean and safe working environment, the maintenance worker who goes above and beyond to expertly maintain our facilities and grounds; the instructional assistant who helps kids get excited about learning and to see their potential; or the administrative support staff who has a positive outlook and rapport with students and staff. All of our support staff serve to support our students in achieving their potential.
Fellow staff members, school district employees, parents, students and the general public are encouraged to complete and return a nomination form for this year’s ESP of the Year award winner! Hard copy nomination forms are available on the district website, at each school and at the Central Services Office (3317 12th Street), or complete the online form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1lJBw1JTddLFWoLG3pd7a8Hj9zVVgpei0g8WjDKW_J0Lajg/viewform
Our BPA members attended the State Leadership Conference and had an incredible showing. We are proud to recognize the following students for their outstanding placements:
Lewiston High School:
Business Law and Ethics
1st – Henry Van Mullem
Digital Communications Concepts
5th – Henry Van Mullem
Fundamental Desktop Publishing
4th – Caroline McDermott
5th – Henry Van Mullem
Meeting and Event Planning Concepts
2nd – Evan Weidner-Durst
Fundamental Accounting
5th – Evan Weidner-Durst
Device Configuration and Troubleshooting
3rd – Payne Brown
News Production Team
3rd – Grant Webb, Olivia Brinkley, Kadynce Scott
Jenifer Middle School:
Digital Game Design Team
1st – Dain Abel, Annabella Fancher, Riley Irby, Landon Minden
Business Communication Skills
3rd – Bon Ritter
Medal – Karmen Porter
Business Communication
4th – Madeline Svancara
Medal – Elliot McDermott
Entrepreneurship Exploration
4th – Bon Ritter
Business Fundamentals
Medal – Bon Ritter
Medal – Mccoy Slyter
5th – Madeline Svancara
Computer Literacy
1st – Elliot McDermott
5th – Madeline Svancara
6th – Mccoy Slyter
Graphic Design Promotion
2nd – Karmen Porter
3rd – Madeline Svancara
Sacajawea Middle School:
Business Communication Skills Concepts
1st – Evelyn Mellinger
2nd – Eli Montebon
3rd – Cade Stover
4th – Halle Berquist
5th – Blakelyn Curtis
Business Fundamentals Concepts
1st – Farrah Meacham
2nd – Ford Anderson
3rd – Paisley Miller
4th – Cade Stover
5th – Evelyn Mellinger
Business Math Concepts
1st – Evelyn Mellinger
Computer Literacy Concepts
1st – Evelyn Mellinger
2nd – Farrah Meacham
3rd – Ford Anderson
Digital Citizenship
1st – Shaylee Armstrong
2nd – Avery Smith
3rd – Jacqueline McNutt
Entrepreneurship Exploration
1st – Cade Stover
2nd – Sheridan Hess
3rd – Isaac Bagley
Extemporaneous Speech
1st – Anna Wells
2nd – Isaac Bagley
3rd – Cade Stover
Financial Literacy
1st – Farrah Meacham
Graphic Design Promotion
1st – Cache Robinson
Human Resource Exploration
1st – Paisley Miller
2nd – Ruby Jamison-Ross
Prepared Speech
1st – Halle Berquist
2nd – Paisley Miller
3rd – Farrah Meacham
4th – Evelyn Mellinger
Presentation Team
1st – Shaylee Armstrong, Avery Smith
Video Production Team
1st – Ford Anderson, Kate Cole, Eli Montebon, Lumen Warnock
2nd – Blakelyn Curtis, Jacqueline McNutt, Cache Robinson
Visual Design Team
1st – Sheridan Hess, Ruby Jamison-Ross, Evelyn Mellinger, Anna Wells
We look forward to partnering with you to ensure high levels of learning for ALL students!
📸 Christina Green, Math Interventionist at Sacajawea Middle School
“She is the ultimate team player. She’ll do whatever is needed.”
– Corey Williams, SMS Principal
“Being able to see students be successful and grow is my favorite part of my job.”
– Christina Green
Students Behind the Lens:
By: Kennedie Clare, Marissa Peterson, Laura Schwartz
Lewiston School District will begin accepting online Kindergarten enrollment on March 1, 2026.
👧🧒 Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2026 are eligible.
🖥️ Visit lewistonschools.net and click Enroll to get started.
📄 The website includes required documents and important enrollment details.
📞 Questions? Contact Student Services at 208-748-3032.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners! 💙🎒
📸 Brianna, Kindergartener at McGhee Elementary
“Brianna is a hard worker and always kind and helping others. She loves learning. She is excited to do new things.”
– Mrs. Hawkins, Kindergarten Teacher, McGhee Elementary
“When asked what she loves most about school, Brianna said, ‘I love recess and my friends.’”
– Brianna
Students Behind the Lens:
By: Marissa Peterson and Kennedie Clare
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026
- 3:00–5:30 PM
- Lewiston High School
This event is for students and families who want support and reassurance about life after high school. We will have local agencies, nonprofits, and community partners available to share resources focused on employment, higher education, and adult services for individuals with disabilities.
This will also take place during 8th Grade Parent Information Night (starting at 5:00 PM), so incoming families are encouraged to stop by!
We hope to see you there.
Lewiston High School Mock Trial competed in the regional competition and did an amazing job! 🎉 The team is headed to State in March!
Several students also earned individual awards:
🏆 Outstanding Witnesses
• Saydi Knoll
• Teddy Coleman
• Lizzie Subis
🏆 Outstanding Attorneys
• Judah Pelletier
• Amiah Bremenour
• Tristan Smalley
📸 Aria, 1st grader at McSorley Elementary
“My favorite thing about school is ECRI because we learn sounds, spellings, words, and books.”
– Aria
“Aria is a hard worker and a very kind friend with a positive attitude every day.”
– Mrs. Browne, 1st Grade Teacher
Students Behind the Lens:
By: Marissa Peterson, Abi White, and Kennedie Clare
Students in Focus
📸 Aaron, Kindergartener at Centennial Elementary
“Aaron is a great leader with a passion to learn. He is always willing to help others in his class. Aaron enjoys trying new things and loves new challenges.”
– Mrs. Roberts, Kindergarten Teacher
When asked what he likes most about school, Aaron said, “I like playing football.”
Students Behind the Lens:
By: Kennedie Clare & Marissa Peterson
