Orchards Elementary 4th graders had a unit this quarter that focused on the structure and function of insect anatomy. They wrapped up with a grasshopper dissection!
Join us for the 16th Annual Golf for FUNds Tournament! All funds raised go back to support programs and projects in the Lewiston School District!
Say "hello" to Messaging in the Lewiston ISD #1 app! Our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. Look for your personalized invite to access Messages, Announcements, and Stream on Friday May 23rd.
Not all classes will be available as we end the school year. There will be school Rooms periodically sending messages throughout the summer. We look forward to full implementation starting in August 2025.
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The Orchards Elementary Color Run was a super fun day! They beat their goal in fundraising and had an awesome time!
It is Spring Concert time! This concert featured the Orchards Elementary and McSorley Elementary bands, the Orchards Elementary choir, and it was the debut of the Orchards morning instrumental. All ensembles were directed by Jordan Berry.
We are proud to announce that Jennifer Gomez, principal of Orchards Elementary School, has been named Idaho’s 2025 National Distinguished Principal by the Idaho Association of School Administrators (IASA) and the Idaho Association of Elementary School Principals (IAESP).
This prestigious recognition honors Mrs. Gomez’s exceptional leadership, her unwavering commitment to educational excellence, and her dedication to students, staff, and the greater community. Her innovative and student-centered approach to school leadership has earned admiration from colleagues and educators across the state.
Under Mrs. Gomez’s guidance, Orchard Elementary has flourished both academically and culturally. Most notably, the school was awarded the Model PLC School designation earlier this year, reflecting its strong commitment to collaborative professional learning communities and continuous improvement.
Congratulations, Mrs.Gomez!
Adult Learning Today in the Lewiston Independent School District No. 1
Early Release Reminder
Today - May 7th
Student Release Times:
Elementary: 1:40 PM
Middle School: 12:56 PM
High School: 12:25 PM
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate the heart of our schools — our teachers! Thank you for your dedication, passion, and the countless ways you inspire, support, and shape the future every single day.
Yesterday was National School Principals' Day! Thank you to all of the incredible principals in the Lewiston School District!
Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Lewiston ISD, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app!
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Orchards Elementary PTA sponsored a Family Skate Night!
We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, urgent alerts and notifications, right from your pocket.
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K-5 students at Orchards Elementary shared their writing with our school board. Orchards staff, through the Guiding Coalition, aligned writing checklists vertically by looking at proficient writing samples and creating checklists based on those proficiency levels. Students were then able to explain how they use those checklists to revise their writing and have peers edit and revise as well, deepening their writing.
We're thrilled to announce the new app for Lewiston ISD #1! It's everything Lewiston ISD, in your pocket.
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For their reading celebration, Orchard's third-grade reading groups learned how ice cream is made in large quantities. They then transformed themselves into ice cream machines and created their own ice cream! When asked how it turned out, some responses included, "better than McDonald's" and "the best I've ever had!"
Keep up the great work, third graders!
Join Centennial Elementary tomorrow, March 21 with your crazy socks on World Down Syndrome Day to celebrate how everyone is more alike than different.
LHS Drama Club presents "THE WIZARD OF OZ." Performances on March 19, 20, 21, and 22 at 7 PM each night. Matinee shows on Saturday at 2 PM. Come and enjoy!
Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting
March 25th @ 5:30 PM
This meeting is for current 5th-grade students and their parents who will be attending SMS or JMS in the fall. Learn more about your middle school and ask questions
It is that time of year again! It is time for all children who turn five before September 1, 2025, to learn about Kindergarten! We will kick off the excitement with a presentation on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, beginning at 6 p.m. at the P1FCU Performing Arts Center on the Lewiston High School Campus. We are excited to see you there!
It is time to start nominations to recognize staff members for their excellent work toward achieving our mission of “Ensuring High Levels of Learning for ALL Students.”
Teacher of the Year Nominations: now open
ESP of the Year Nominations: now open
Martha S. Baskin Award: nowopen
Celebrate the dedicated support staff who empower our students and make a difference every day in our schools and district! Let’s Recognize Excellence!