Congratulations to the 2025–2026 Secondary Teacher of the Year, Amy McLean!
Jenifer Middle School • Band & Choir Teacher
Some teachers teach a subject.
But some teachers teach so much more.
At Jenifer Middle School, there’s a teacher who doesn’t just fill her room with music—
she fills it with joy, encouragement,
and the kind of support that can turn an entire day around.
Her students say she makes class fun.
That she’s positive, uplifting, and always ready to brighten someone’s world.
If a student feels overwhelmed—she notices.
If a friend is having a bad day—she makes space for them to breathe, to talk, to feel safe.
She’s the one who gets up early (yes, early!) to lead Jazz Band.
She’s the one who takes a budget that’s too small,
resources that are too few,
and still builds a music program that inspires and connects students to something bigger than themselves.
In her classroom, kids don’t just learn the notes—
they feel the music.
They share it.
They love it.
Her students call her “the best teacher in the world.”
And today, we proudly call her…
Amy McLean—Lewiston School District’s 2025–2026 Secondary Teacher of the Year!
Jenifer Middle School • Band & Choir Teacher
Some teachers teach a subject.
But some teachers teach so much more.
At Jenifer Middle School, there’s a teacher who doesn’t just fill her room with music—
she fills it with joy, encouragement,
and the kind of support that can turn an entire day around.
Her students say she makes class fun.
That she’s positive, uplifting, and always ready to brighten someone’s world.
If a student feels overwhelmed—she notices.
If a friend is having a bad day—she makes space for them to breathe, to talk, to feel safe.
She’s the one who gets up early (yes, early!) to lead Jazz Band.
She’s the one who takes a budget that’s too small,
resources that are too few,
and still builds a music program that inspires and connects students to something bigger than themselves.
In her classroom, kids don’t just learn the notes—
they feel the music.
They share it.
They love it.
Her students call her “the best teacher in the world.”
And today, we proudly call her…
Amy McLean—Lewiston School District’s 2025–2026 Secondary Teacher of the Year!
Yesterday was a wonderful first day of school across the Lewiston School District! Students and staff at Jenifer Middle School kicked off the year with smiles, energy, and excitement for all that’s ahead. Here’s to a great 2025–26 school year!
Tomorrow is the big day! Over 730 staff members from across the Lewiston Independent School District No. 1 are ready to welcome students back. We’re excited for another year of ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students!
Sacajawea and Jenifer Middle School WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) leaders have been hard at work! This week, 8th grade leaders spent two full days training with WEB program coordinators to get ready for 6th grade orientation. WEB is a middle school transition program that empowers positive student leaders to welcome and mentor incoming 6th graders. Through team-building activities, mentoring, and fun events, our WEB leaders will help create a safe, supportive, and connected start to middle school for all students. We can’t wait to see these leaders in action tomorrow!
Jenifer and Sacajawea Middle Schools have had a busy week with registration—it’s been so fun seeing students back on campus! 🎒
Tomorrow, Friday, August 15, is late registration from 8:00–11:00 AM and 12:00–3:00 PM.
Tomorrow, Friday, August 15, is late registration from 8:00–11:00 AM and 12:00–3:00 PM.
Tomorrow is the day!
Middle school summer learners had a great time touring Idaho Forest Group! Students observed the entire process of how a log is transformed into a usable board.
They were grateful for the learning opportunity and for the donated boards they used to build their birdhouses.
Thank you, Idaho Forest Group, for supporting education!
They were grateful for the learning opportunity and for the donated boards they used to build their birdhouses.
Thank you, Idaho Forest Group, for supporting education!
Want to make a difference, work flexible hours, and make extra money? Consider being a substitute!
Join us for substitute orientation on August 13th 9:00-11:00 AM at the Central Services office. This is for substitutes who have already applied or are interested in applying.
Sub teachers: requires 32 college credits or parapro certification ($135-$150/day)
Sub instructional assistants: requires HS diploma or equivalent ($14.89-$16.61/hour)
Apply here: https://lewistonisdid.sites.thrillshare.com/page/employment
Independent School District No. 1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educational Agency
Join us for substitute orientation on August 13th 9:00-11:00 AM at the Central Services office. This is for substitutes who have already applied or are interested in applying.
Sub teachers: requires 32 college credits or parapro certification ($135-$150/day)
Sub instructional assistants: requires HS diploma or equivalent ($14.89-$16.61/hour)
Apply here: https://lewistonisdid.sites.thrillshare.com/page/employment
Independent School District No. 1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educational Agency
Jenifer Middle School's back to school open house is August 19th!
You can find optional school supply lists at this link:
https://www.lewistonschools.net/documents/parents-%26-patrons/school-supply-lists/16501810
https://www.lewistonschools.net/documents/parents-%26-patrons/school-supply-lists/16501810
Presented by the Lewiston School District HUB
Summer learning students put their engineering skills to the test by designing and launching water rockets! The top three teams with the farthest launches earned gift cards to local coffee shops. Special thanks to LC Valley Dutch Bros and Java Stop for generously donating the prizes and supporting our young engineers!
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Using donated wood from Idaho Forest Group, summer learning students built bird houses. They did all of the sanding, hammering, and painting! Thank you for the support, Idaho Forest Group!
Middle school summer learning students gained valuable astronomy knowledge at the Washington State University planetarium, learned about and visited the bears at the bear center, and enjoyed some delicious ice cream from Ferdinand’s! Thank you to WSU and Ferdinand’s for supporting our students.
Congratulations to School Resource Officer, Robert Kent, who is currently assigned to Jenifer Middle School. He was awarded the Behavioral Health Support Award given out by the Idaho School Resource Officer Association (IDASRO). SRO Kent was 1 of only 5 award winners out of 76 nominations throughout the State of Idaho. His award recognized his effort in addressing the impact of mental health, psychological trauma, emotional well-being, and substance use towards student achievement.
PC: City of Lewiston Police Department
PC: City of Lewiston Police Department
Summer learning students put their engineering skills to the test with a hands-on bridge-building STEM project! Each bridge was tested to its limit (until it broke or they ran out of weights). The winning design held nearly 100 pounds and never broke!
Special thanks to Dutch Bros LC Valley and Java Stop for donating gift cards as prizes; your support truly motivated our students and made the challenge even more exciting!
Special thanks to Dutch Bros LC Valley and Java Stop for donating gift cards as prizes; your support truly motivated our students and made the challenge even more exciting!
You can find optional school supply lists at this link:
https://www.lewistonschools.net/documents/parents-%26-patrons/school-supply-lists/16501810
https://www.lewistonschools.net/documents/parents-%26-patrons/school-supply-lists/16501810
