At the last school board meeting, the following Educational Support Personnel were recognized for their years of service to the district:
📌 Norman Rudy, Central Services Network System Administrator – 30 years
📌 Karlene Young, Jenifer Middle School Special Education Instructional Assistant – 25 years
📌 Michelle Washburn, Whitman Elementary Library-Media Tech – 20 years
📌 Carla Gomez, Central Services LIFE Assistant Secretary – 20 years
📌 Tasha Carper, Centennial Elementary Intervention Tutor – 20 years
Thank you for your many years of dedication to the Lewiston School District! 👏
📚 June is Idaho School Board Appreciation Month!
We’re incredibly grateful for the dedicated members of our school board who volunteer their time and energy to support our students, staff, and schools.
Thank you to Brad Cuddy, Dr. John Rudolph, Jon Lang, Staci Baldwin, and Charlette Kremer for your unwavering commitment to our community! 👏
Whitman Elementary had a great time at their field day!
On the last day of school, Webster Elementary held a picnic lunch, dance party, and staff v. 5th grade kickball game!
The Lewiston School District is thrilled to announce the recent hiring of several new leaders who are set to make a positive impact in our schools and community. We are proud to welcome Ryan Wessels as Assistant Principal at Lewiston High School (LHS), Annette Province as Assistant Principal at LHS, Amanda Remacle as Principal of McSorley Elementary, and Linde Heckler as Principal of Orchards Elementary.
Ryan Wessels brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for education. A native of Nezperce, Idaho, Mr. Wessels is committed to fostering a culture of community and support at LHS. Having spent over a decade in leadership development within the Idaho Department of Lands, Wessels has demonstrated a strong dedication to training and mentoring others. He is eager to collaborate with the amazing educators at LHS and support the mission of helping every student achieve their highest potential.
" I look forward to seeing the incredible learning happening in every classroom and supporting our students and families," states Wessels."Go Bengals!"
Joining Mr. Wessels at LHS is Annette Province, who shares his vision for creating a positive school environment. Ms. Province believes that a strong culture is essential for academic and personal success and is excited to build on the foundation established by previous administrations.
"I want every educator to feel the same deep passion I do for the success of each young person that walks through our doors," she says."Together, we will foster an environment where all students and educators feel valued and inspired to grow."
At McSorley Elementary, Amanda Remacle brings her extensive background in education to her new role as Principal. A dedicated advocate for collaboration and continuous improvement, Ms. Remacle is committed to ensuring high levels of learning for all students.
"I am excited to join the wonderful team at McSorley and continue the district’s work of ensuring high levels of learning for all students," Remacle remarks.
Linde Heckler, who has been an active participant in Idaho's education system since 2009, has been hired as Principal of Orchards Elementary. Ms. Heckler’s leadership experience and commitment to meeting students' needs will be invaluable as she works to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
"I understand that students can only learn best when their needs are being met," Heckler explains."I want our students to feel safe, a sense of belonging, and that we are committed to their success."
The Lewiston School District is excited about the unique strengths and experiences each of these new leaders brings to our schools. Together, they will work tirelessly to support our students, educators, and families, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential.
Nez Perce Language I & II classes from Lewiston High School, under the direction of Kathryn "Katy" Matthews (Natural Resource Specialist) and her team of researchers from the Nez Perce National Historical Park, were able to spend the day at Weippe Meadows, participating in the 2025 qem'es (Camas) Monitoring Project with the National Park Service. The Nez Perce Language students were given specific coordinates via GPS, used a compass to pinpoint the direction of the count, and then counted how many qem'es plants were found within that specified zone. The most one student counted in one location was one hundred three (103) plants in one section. The students were also responsible for reporting any noxious or invasive species that are not native to the prairie. Those numbers are also important so that the researchers from the National Park Service can better understand what is there, how how they might remove those unwanted weeds from the land.
Their Nez Perce Language Teacher, Mr. Slickpoo, provided everyone with qem'es so those that have never tried it before would know what it tastes like. The qem'es has been an important part of the Nez Perce diet and way of life since time immemorial, and that relationship continues on to this day.
Field day was a fun time at Centennial Elementary!
Congratulations to Centennial Elementary retirees Bob Wensman (39 years), Louan Weakland (31 years), and Rhonda Ellis (28 years).
Thank you for the years of service and immeasurable impact you have made! Enjoy your retirement!
Field day fun at Webster Elementary!
Congratulations to Lewiston High School retirees Tom Leachman (36 years), Debbie Wassmuth (21 years), and Darlene McCann (19 years).
Thank you for the years of dedication, inspiration, and impact you've made on students, families, and our community. Enjoy your retirement!
5th grade students at Whitman Elementary taking their farewell walk through the hallway. On to 6th grade!
Congratulations to Sacajawea Middle School retirees Mike Uhling (31 years) and Theresa Du Chemin (20 years)!
Your years of dedication have left a lasting impact on countless students and families. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter—you’ve earned it!
Freshman physics students at Lewiston High School completed an engineering design project where they made rockets!
Central Office summer hours are Monday, June 9, through Friday, August 15, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
School might be out for summer, but yesterday staff from across the district came together for “Data Day.” Teachers from every school shared and celebrated powerful practices that made an impact on student learning.
The Summer Food Program begins on Monday! See the attached information and menus for the Lewiston and Waha serving sites!
Congratulations to Jenifer Middle School retirees Joy Beckman (33 years) and Peggy Brockmann (31 years)!
Thank you for your incredible dedication—enjoy your well-earned retirement!
Congratulations to Lewiston High School's class of 2025! Check out the Lewiston School District Facebook page for more photos!
Release times for the last day of school (June 4th)
Mrs. Acree’s second grade class at McSorley Elementary enjoying a relaxing sound bath!
