Lewistown Community Unit School District #97

On Thursday, October 22nd, Lewistown Elementary recognized students in grades K-6th for their generosity and respect. Congratulations to these outstanding star students: Kindergarten: Easton Ford and Luke Ridgeway 1st Grade: Cameron Voitkovsky and Lyle Hebb 2nd Grade: Hansen Howerter and Lennon Davis 3rd Grade: Wesley Barnes and Kinsley McDaniel 4th Grade: Knox Postin and Harper Taylor 5th Grade: Walter Clouse and Braxton Smith 6th Grade: Kyliam Foster and Matthew Bartlett

Today, we welcomed Lewistown alumnus Jake Green from Graham Medical for the first installment of our Graham Health System & Lewistown High School Career Chat series! Jake introduced our high school students to the wide variety of career opportunities available through Graham, helping them see that healthcare offers far more pathways than they might imagine. Students also explored an important question: What’s the difference between simply having a job and building a career? A big thank-you to Jake and Graham Medical for investing in the next generation! We look forward to welcoming more Graham professionals and Lewistown alumni throughout the school year.

A big thanks to The Loft for sponsoring the One Tribe beverage cart to kick off parent-teacher conferences!! Staff members had the choice of coffee, apple cider, and lots of yummy creamers!! 🍁

Congratulations to our first MidAmerica National Bank Momentum Award recipients, Bryan Nelson (7th grade) and Hailey Johnson (12th grade)!

The MNB Momentum Award celebrates students who demonstrate growth, perseverance, character, and determination. Bryan and Hailey were selected for the positive steps they're taking, their effort, and the momentum they're building in their own journeys.

Each recipient receives a certificate of recognition and a $50 gift card, courtesy of MidAmerica National Bank!

A huge thank-you to MidAmerica National Bank for creating and sponsoring this award and helping us recognize students who are growing, overcoming challenges, and moving in the right direction. We'll continue celebrating one junior high and one high school student each month!

This is a reminder that Lewistown Schools will dismiss at 2pm on Wednesday October 21st and at 11:30 on Thursday, October 22nd for Parent Teacher conferences. There is no school on October 23rd

The LVC HS Cross Country teams end the regular season on a high note before heading into Regional competition.

Jamie Kotewa, SRC Art Instructor, presented three drawing lessons to the students in Mrs. Welker's Intro to Art class on Friday, October 16. Students created a contour drawing with their non-dominant hand, participated in one-minute speed drawings and finished with the 'draw-with-a-stick' exercise-all encouraging students to draw quickly to capture shapes and contours. The activities allowed students to let go of expectations and focus on the process, forcing them to make decisions on the mark making instead on of getting caught up in the details.

Congratulations to the Lewistown JH Cross Country team on getting some awards at the Big 5 Conference meet in Havana on September 21!
Girls - Danni Stout - 9th Place
Boys - Luke Larson - 8th Place & Knox Braun - 10th Place

Congratulations to Grace Tarvin and Elliot Haepp, our October Seniors of the Month! 👏 We’re proud to recognize these two seniors and celebrate their accomplishments as members of the Lewistown school community. A special thank-you to Prairie State Bank for sponsoring our Seniors of the Month recognition and supporting our students!

The LVC JH FB team wrapped up a very successful season last night. Way to go, Miners!

The LVC HS XC team keeps running fast!

Get Ready For Some Football! The girls are taking over the gridiron! Get ready for an exciting afternoon of football, fun, and friendly competition between the LHS classes. All proceeds will benefit the Lewistown After Prom!

📢 Save the Dates: Parent/Teacher Conferences 📢

Wednesday, October 21st
Conferences: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Dismissal: 2:00 p.m. Early Dismissal

Thursday, October 22nd
Conferences: 12:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Dismissal: 11:30 a.m. Early Dismissal

Friday, October 23rd
No School

Please contact your student's school directly to set up a conference time with their teacher(s).

Thank you for being an important part of our students’ success!

Dear Parents/Guardians Lewistown Jr/Sr High School students will have the opportunity to participate in a mental health screener this week. This screener is voluntary and will help identify students who may need mental health support. A link will be sent to each student's email to access the Pediatric Symptom Checklist-17 if they choose to participate. The Pediatric Symptom Checklist-17 is available online if you would like to view the questions. Again, this screener is voluntary, therefore, it will not be necessary to opt your student out. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me, Serenity Wallick. swallick@lewistown97.net

Two Ltown JH XC runners, Danni Stout and Sydney Barnes, are advancing to State next weekend. Danni placed 6th at the Liberty Sectional.

Drake Hanson had another outstanding day on the links yesterday! Way to go, Drake!

The HS VB team placed 3rd at the Beardstown Tournament yesterday. Carsyn Braun and Addison Roddis were named to the All Tournament Team. Carsyn also picked up her 500th career kill along the way.

Drake makes the cut at State. Good luck tomorrow!