Independent School District No. 1
Ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students
Don’t miss your chance to get behind the wheel! Registration for the upcoming Driver’s Education
Sessions are officially open for all eligible students (must be 14 ½ years old) ALL CLASSES ARE IN PERSON
How to Sign Up: Pick up a packet at your schools Main Office or visit our website https://www.lewistonschools.net/o/lisd/page/driver-education for more information
Dates: 9/28/26 – 11/11/26
2/1/27 – 3/24/27
4/19/27 – 6/2/27
Location / Time: DeAtley Center
3:45pm – 6:15pm
Every Monday and Wednesday
Spaces are limited and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sessions are officially open for all eligible students (must be 14 ½ years old) ALL CLASSES ARE IN PERSON
How to Sign Up: Pick up a packet at your schools Main Office or visit our website https://www.lewistonschools.net/o/lisd/page/driver-education for more information
Dates: 9/28/26 – 11/11/26
2/1/27 – 3/24/27
4/19/27 – 6/2/27
Location / Time: DeAtley Center
3:45pm – 6:15pm
Every Monday and Wednesday
Spaces are limited and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please join us in welcoming Allison Jacks to the Lewiston School District!
Allison joins Lewiston High School as a Business Education Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with a major in Kinesiology and a minor in Health from Lewis-Clark State College. Most recently, Allison served as the Freshman Success Coach at Lewiston High School.
We’re excited to have Allison bring her experience and passion for supporting students into the classroom!
Allison joins Lewiston High School as a Business Education Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with a major in Kinesiology and a minor in Health from Lewis-Clark State College. Most recently, Allison served as the Freshman Success Coach at Lewiston High School.
We’re excited to have Allison bring her experience and passion for supporting students into the classroom!
Please join us in welcoming Rob Hoffman, the new Principal at Orchards Elementary School!
Rob holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Lewis-Clark State College and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Idaho. Most recently, he served as the Director of Field Services and Certification at Washington State University.
We’re excited to welcome Rob to the Lewiston School District team and look forward to the leadership and experience he brings to Orchards Elementary!
Rob holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Lewis-Clark State College and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Idaho. Most recently, he served as the Director of Field Services and Certification at Washington State University.
We’re excited to welcome Rob to the Lewiston School District team and look forward to the leadership and experience he brings to Orchards Elementary!
Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Cassidy Henderson!
Cassidy joins Whitman Elementary as a STEM, Computer Science and GT Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Literacy from Lewis-Clark State College and most recently worked as a substitute teacher with the Whitepine School District.
We’re excited to have Cassidy join our team and look forward to the learning and opportunities she will bring to our students!
Ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students.
Cassidy joins Whitman Elementary as a STEM, Computer Science and GT Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Literacy from Lewis-Clark State College and most recently worked as a substitute teacher with the Whitepine School District.
We’re excited to have Cassidy join our team and look forward to the learning and opportunities she will bring to our students!
Ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students.
Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Jared Grainger!
We're excited to welcome Jared Grainger as a 4th Grade Teacher at Webster Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year!
Jared earned a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Presentation College and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho. He most recently served as a substitute teacher in the Lewiston School District, and we're thrilled to have him joining the Webster team in a full-time role.
Please join us in welcoming Jared to the Lewiston School District as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students!
We're excited to welcome Jared Grainger as a 4th Grade Teacher at Webster Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year!
Jared earned a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Presentation College and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho. He most recently served as a substitute teacher in the Lewiston School District, and we're thrilled to have him joining the Webster team in a full-time role.
Please join us in welcoming Jared to the Lewiston School District as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students!
Welcome to the Lewiston School District leadership team, Katy Helt!
Katy is joining Jenifer Middle School as Assistant Principal. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communication from Humboldt State University and is currently completing the University of Idaho's Region 2 Educational Leadership Cohort, with graduation expected this December.
Having most recently served as a Special Education Teacher at Jenifer Middle School, Katy already knows the school community well and is excited to continue supporting students, staff, and families in her new role. Welcome, Katy! We're excited to have you in this leadership role as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students.
Katy is joining Jenifer Middle School as Assistant Principal. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communication from Humboldt State University and is currently completing the University of Idaho's Region 2 Educational Leadership Cohort, with graduation expected this December.
Having most recently served as a Special Education Teacher at Jenifer Middle School, Katy already knows the school community well and is excited to continue supporting students, staff, and families in her new role. Welcome, Katy! We're excited to have you in this leadership role as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students.
Today marks the official start of the 2026-2027 school year for the Lewiston School District!
More than 700 dedicated employees are ready to begin another year of serving our students, families, and community. Together, we share one mission: ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students!
Here's to a year of learning, growth, and success. Welcome back!
More than 700 dedicated employees are ready to begin another year of serving our students, families, and community. Together, we share one mission: ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students!
Here's to a year of learning, growth, and success. Welcome back!
Welcome to the District, Tyler Gillie!
Tyler Gillie is joining Jenifer Middle School as an English/Language Arts Teacher. Tyler received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education with an English major from Lewis-Clark State College. Most recently, he was an English/Language Arts teacher with the Highland School District.
We’re excited to welcome Tyler to Lewiston School District and Jenifer Middle School!
Tyler Gillie is joining Jenifer Middle School as an English/Language Arts Teacher. Tyler received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education with an English major from Lewis-Clark State College. Most recently, he was an English/Language Arts teacher with the Highland School District.
We’re excited to welcome Tyler to Lewiston School District and Jenifer Middle School!
Middle school back to school open house information
Welcome to the District:
Christina Fangman – Music Teacher at Lewiston High School. Christina received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the University of Idaho and her Master’s degree in Music Education from Eastern Washington University. Most recently, Christina was employed as a Choir and Drama Teacher with the Kellogg School District.
We are excited to welcome Christina to Lewiston School District and look forward to the music, creativity, and opportunities she will bring to our students!
Christina Fangman – Music Teacher at Lewiston High School. Christina received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the University of Idaho and her Master’s degree in Music Education from Eastern Washington University. Most recently, Christina was employed as a Choir and Drama Teacher with the Kellogg School District.
We are excited to welcome Christina to Lewiston School District and look forward to the music, creativity, and opportunities she will bring to our students!
Welcome to the District, Alexandria Dietz!
Please join us in welcoming Alexandria Dietz, our new STEM/Computer Science/GT Teacher at McSorley Elementary!
Alexandria received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho and recently completed her teaching internship at Lena Whitmore Elementary School in Moscow.
We’re excited to have Alexandria join our team and look forward to the creativity, curiosity, and learning she’ll bring to our students!
Welcome to Lewiston School District, Alexandria!
Please join us in welcoming Alexandria Dietz, our new STEM/Computer Science/GT Teacher at McSorley Elementary!
Alexandria received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho and recently completed her teaching internship at Lena Whitmore Elementary School in Moscow.
We’re excited to have Alexandria join our team and look forward to the creativity, curiosity, and learning she’ll bring to our students!
Welcome to Lewiston School District, Alexandria!
Please join us in welcoming Sean Carper to the Lewiston School District!
Sean will be joining the McGhee Elementary team as a 2nd Grade Teacher. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and History from the University of Idaho and has most recently served as a substitute teacher for the district. We’re excited to have Sean join us and look forward to the experience and enthusiasm he will bring to McGhee Elementary!
Sean will be joining the McGhee Elementary team as a 2nd Grade Teacher. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and History from the University of Idaho and has most recently served as a substitute teacher for the district. We’re excited to have Sean join us and look forward to the experience and enthusiasm he will bring to McGhee Elementary!
Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Annie Cahill!
Annie joins Jenifer Middle School as a counselor, bringing a strong background in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional success. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Lewis-Clark State College and her Master of Social Work from Boise State University. Most recently, Annie served as a school counselor with the Orofino School District.
We're excited to have Annie join the Jenifer Middle School team. Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Annie!
Annie joins Jenifer Middle School as a counselor, bringing a strong background in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional success. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Lewis-Clark State College and her Master of Social Work from Boise State University. Most recently, Annie served as a school counselor with the Orofino School District.
We're excited to have Annie join the Jenifer Middle School team. Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Annie!
Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Brakae Boothe!
Brakae is joining Centennial Elementary as a 4th Grade Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Mathematics from Lewis-Clark State College and her Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University. Most recently, she taught 3rd–5th grade students in the McCall-Donnelly School District.
Please join us in welcoming Brakae to Centennial Elementary and the Lewiston School District. We're excited to have her on our team!
Brakae is joining Centennial Elementary as a 4th Grade Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Mathematics from Lewis-Clark State College and her Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University. Most recently, she taught 3rd–5th grade students in the McCall-Donnelly School District.
Please join us in welcoming Brakae to Centennial Elementary and the Lewiston School District. We're excited to have her on our team!
🎉 Please join us in welcoming Christina Ball to the Lewiston School District!
Christina joins Centennial Elementary as a Special Education Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Central Missouri and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Idaho. Most recently, Christina served as a Special Education and Gifted & Talented Teacher at Moscow Charter School.
We're excited to have Christina join our team as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students. Welcome to the Lewiston family, Christina!
Christina joins Centennial Elementary as a Special Education Teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Central Missouri and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Idaho. Most recently, Christina served as a Special Education and Gifted & Talented Teacher at Moscow Charter School.
We're excited to have Christina join our team as we continue ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students. Welcome to the Lewiston family, Christina!
Please join us in welcoming Dani Andrus, the new Principal at Webster Elementary!
Dani earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Mathematics from Lewis-Clark State College, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Education Specialist degree from Boise State University. Most recently, she served as an elementary principal in the West Ada School District in Boise.
We're excited to have Dani join the Lewiston School District team and look forward to the leadership, experience, and dedication she brings to Webster Elementary. Welcome to Lewiston!
Dani earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Mathematics from Lewis-Clark State College, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Education Specialist degree from Boise State University. Most recently, she served as an elementary principal in the West Ada School District in Boise.
We're excited to have Dani join the Lewiston School District team and look forward to the leadership, experience, and dedication she brings to Webster Elementary. Welcome to Lewiston!
Welcome to the Lewiston School District, Alysia Ammons!
We're excited to welcome Alysia as our new Special Education Teacher at McSorley Elementary. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Indiana Bible College, a Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education from Greenville University, and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Eastern Illinois University. Most recently, Alysia served as a Special Education Teacher with Epic Charter Schools in Oklahoma City.
Please join us in giving Alysia a warm Lewiston welcome!
We're excited to welcome Alysia as our new Special Education Teacher at McSorley Elementary. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Indiana Bible College, a Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education from Greenville University, and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Eastern Illinois University. Most recently, Alysia served as a Special Education Teacher with Epic Charter Schools in Oklahoma City.
Please join us in giving Alysia a warm Lewiston welcome!
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest teachers to the Lewiston School District! Throughout New Teacher Orientation, they explored classroom management strategies, planning tools, district resources, and the support available to help them succeed.
These photos are from the session, "What Is a Professional Learning Community?" Together, our newest educators learned how collaboration, shared goals, and continuous learning help us ensure high levels of learning for ALL students.
Over the next few days, we'll be introducing our new certified staff, so be sure to follow along and help us give them a warm Lewiston welcome!
These photos are from the session, "What Is a Professional Learning Community?" Together, our newest educators learned how collaboration, shared goals, and continuous learning help us ensure high levels of learning for ALL students.
Over the next few days, we'll be introducing our new certified staff, so be sure to follow along and help us give them a warm Lewiston welcome!
Please join us in thanking Scott Manfull for 16 years of dedicated service as a school bus driver with the Lewiston School District.
For 16 years, Scott safely transported students each day, providing a dependable and caring presence for families throughout our community. Thank you for your commitment to our students and schools. We wish you a happy and well-deserved retirement!
For 16 years, Scott safely transported students each day, providing a dependable and caring presence for families throughout our community. Thank you for your commitment to our students and schools. We wish you a happy and well-deserved retirement!
Tours will resume in September!
