Students behind the lens, Staff in Focus ✨
Meet Centennial’s Stacy Walker! 💙
“Being able to work with my students...that’s my most favorite part of my job. Seeing them grow, learn, and building relationships with them makes it all worthwhile.” – Mrs. Walker

📸 Students behind the lens: Marissa Peterson, Abi White, & Kennedie Clare
about 7 hours ago, Chelby Smith
Stacy Walker wearing blue and white striped pants, in a white tank, with brown hair

We are hiring school bus drivers!

Why drive for ISD No. 1?
· Pay: $20.61 – $23.08 per hour
· Paid training provided – no prior experience required
· Meaningful work transporting and supporting our students
· Benefits: CDL training, competitive benefit plan including PERSI retirement, sick leave, holiday pay, a positive work environment, and the chance to make a daily difference in students’ lives

What does a school bus driver do?
Drivers safely transport students on daily routes and special events, ensure buses are in safe operating condition, and create a positive environment for students as they travel to and from school.
Requirements:
· At least 21 years of age
· Valid driver’s license and insurability
· Ability to obtain a CDL with school bus endorsement (training provided)
· Fingerprint/background clearance, DOT physical, and drug/alcohol testing clearance

Encourage those in your network to apply and join our team!

Applications can be submitted online at: www.lewistonschools.net/employment.
Questions may be directed to Human Resources at (208) 748-3000 or humanresources@lewistonschools.net.
Together, we can ensure every student has a safe ride to school and back home. EOE

about 15 hours ago, Chelby Smith
school bus drivers needed

Michelle Washburn is always working to make the Whitman Elementary library a fun, creative, and imaginative space for students. Her incredible dragon artwork brings reading and stories to life! This new addition is named Dewey. After a few weeks of going over the Dewey Decimal System, they had a contest to name him and the overall response was "Dewey!"

1 day ago, Chelby Smith
dragon artwork in library
dragon artwork in library
dragon artwork in library
🚌 Now Hiring: Lead Transportation Coordinator

The Role:
• Plan, organize, and coordinate transportation operations
• Manage day-to-day office tasks and scheduling
• Provide clerical support and assist staff in their work
• Evaluate and resolve incidents, complaints, or accidents
• Serve as dispatcher in critical situations
• Train bus drivers and evaluate driving skills
• Keep students safe and support high levels of learning for ALL students

💰 $21.54–$24.13/hour
✅ PERSI benefits | EOE | Make a meaningful impact every day!
👉 Apply here: https://www.lewistonschools.net/page/employment
1 day ago, Chelby Smith
hiring transportation coordinator
Student in focus: Miriam Kaczynski, 10th grader at Lewiston High School.
When asked what she likes most about school, Miriam said, “I like making new friends and connections with teachers.”
📸 Behind the lens: Kennedie Clare & Marissa Peterson
1 day ago, Chelby Smith
student with long blonde hair, a purple tee shirt, denim skirt, and black shoes
Foods 2 students at LHS put their culinary skills to the test ! They sampled a variety of items and practiced using the correct culinary vocabulary to describe texture, flavor, and taste.
2 days ago, Chelby Smith
student taste testing food
🌟 Student in Focus: Jonah Smalley 🌟

Jonah, from Jenifer Middle School, loves soccer and golf and is always working to grow both in school and in life.

“He has shown tremendous growth in his behavior and academics,” says Mr. Feucht.

📸 Students Behind the Lens: Laura Schwartz & Katelyn Rosenbaum
3 days ago, Chelby Smith
blonde haired boy in white tee and black pants
Mr. Justice’s 5th grade and Mrs. Vogeler’s 3rd grade classes at Webster Elementary shared inventions to make the school better for National Share Your Ideas Day!
3 days ago, Chelby Smith
students working together at tables
students working together at tables
students working together at tables
students working together at tables
Joe Bengal made another pre-homecoming stop...this time at Centennial Elementary!
4 days ago, Chelby Smith
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
kids meeting the bengal mascot
Staff in Focus: Jan Desautel, Sacajawea Middle School
Student behind the lens: Katie Eldred

"I love Sacajawea because of the community it has. I love working with all of the kids and how they all have a great sense of humor! I've been working at the district for 23 years and have spent most of it at Sacajawea, and I’ve enjoyed my time here greatly!"
4 days ago, Chelby Smith
Jan
Students Behind the Lens, Students in Focus: Makayla Goodman, 3rd Grader at Centennial Elementary. 📸

“I really enjoy seeing all my friends, having fun, and learning new things,” Makayla said.

By: Kenndie Clare, Marissa Peterson & Abi White
5 days ago, Chelby Smith
girl with blonde hair, a grey shirt, and black shorts
Visitor alert! Joe Bengal from LHS stopped by Camelot Elementary to help celebrate homecoming! Go bengals!
5 days ago, Chelby Smith
students with Bengal mascot
students with Bengal mascot
students with Bengal mascot
The public is invited to attend the Indian Education Public Meeting.
5 days ago, Chelby Smith
Indian Education Public Meeting
Students Behind the Lens: Staff in Focus
Meet Jess Rauch from Whitman Elementary!

Jess shared, "I love working at Whitman Elementary. It is such a family culture here between the staff, the students, and even the families. We just all have such a great bond and enjoy spending time with each other!"

📸 Captured by Students Behind the Lens: Marissa Peterson & Abi White
6 days ago, Chelby Smith
Jess Rauch in a green shirt and floral print skirt. She is smiling and has long brown hair.
Geometry in action! Students in Mr. Roehl’s class at LHS are working on Constructions and Rigid Transformations in their first unit of study. They’re building skills and collecting evidence in their student portfolios along the way!
7 days ago, Chelby Smith
student working on a paper and a computer screen, student is wearing a beige shirt and grey shorts
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In honor of Grandparents Day, Webster PreK welcomed grandparents for a special breakfast. Students shared muffins, fruit, and juice, gave them handmade pictures, and sang a song!
7 days ago, Chelby Smith
Webster Pre-K students with their grandparents
Webster Pre-K students with their grandparents
Webster Pre-K students with their grandparents
Webster Pre-K students with their grandparents
Webster Pre-K students with their grandparents
Staff in Focus ✨
Meet Tara Tumelson, PLC Lead at Orchards Elementary! Tara helps guide collaboration among teachers so students can learn and grow together.

📸 Students Behind the Lens: Sydney Crea and Bri Frederick
7 days ago, Chelby Smith
decorative image
Sacajawea Middle School staff was Tough Enough to Wear Pink and dressed western on Friday!
8 days ago, Chelby Smith
Sacajawea Middle School staff wearing pink
Central Services was Tough Enough to Wear Pink on Friday!
8 days ago, Chelby Smith
a group of women wearing pink
✨ Students in Focus ✨
Meet Kelvin Miller, a 5th grader at McSorley Elementary! Kelvin shared, “I like school because it is fun! My favorite classes are PE, science, and computer lab! My favorite quote is, ‘Treat others the way you want to be treated.’”

📸 Students Behind the Lens: Katie Eldred & Corrina Scoville
9 days ago, Chelby Smith
Kelvin Miller is wearing a purple polo with white shorts and black tennis shoes. He has brown hair and glasses.