Lewistown Community Unit School District #97

Good luck to our 7th grade VB team as they play for the Regional Championship tonight at Midwest Central. Semifinal stats are attached.

Preschool and Early Beginnings Screenings are NEXT WEEK!! Call Jenny in the elementary office to schedule a screening (309)547-2240

On Friday, February 27th, Central School proudly recognized our February Star Students for their amazing behavior and compassion toward others. These students have consistently demonstrated good behavior throughout the month of February. We also honored staff member, Rachel Homan, for her compassion and dedication to our students. Congratulations to all who were recognized!

Pictured left to right: ________, Sophia VanMiddlesworth, James Arnett, Rachel Homan, Averi McCarthy, Claire Dieterich, and Brentley Harvey

The Elementary Star Students for February were recognized for their outstanding behavior, positive attitudes, and compassion for others. These students have consistently demonstrated compassion towards fellow students and staff. Our Star Staff Member of the Month Rachel Homan, was recognized for her unwavering compassion toward our students. Congratulations to all who were recognized! Pictured left to right: Colton Maxson, Tinlye Grubb, Ella Medina, Myles Adams, Ms. Rachel Homan, Elena Kearney, Rylie Miller, and Hadlee Howerter.

Menu for March

Congratulations to the HS GBB team members selected to the Prairieland North All Conference team.

Joley McLaughlin- 1st Team
Carsyn Braun- 2nd Team
Lexi Parker- Honorable Mention

Joley and Lexi have both been selected to play in the Kiwanis All-Star Game at Spoon River College on Saturday, March 21. 2-Ball Hotshot will start at 5:15pm followed by the girls game at 6:00pm and boys at 7:30pm.

Congratulations to our 7th Grade VB team for winning the Fulton County Championship last night! Way to go, girls! We are proud of you!

Tomorrow, Friday, February 27 is the LAST day to order a Pre-K-8th Grade Yearbook. Please return the form with $20 to the school office by the end of the day. Thank you!

High School Yearbooks are now on sale! Go to the website below and order yours today!

Checkout info for LVC Cheer Tryouts and an LVC Dance meeting.

Pre-K - 8th grade yearbooks are on sale for 4 more days! Forms were sent home for you to return with money. Please turn those in to the office in your building by FRIDAY, February 27. If you pre-ordered a yearbook at registration, there is no need to order another one. Contact Mrs. Reed if you need to check to see if you ordered one at registration. You can also order online by FRIDAY, February 27 at hrimaging.com.

The 8th Grade VB Team are Fulton County Champs! Congratulations on bringing home the title! Stats and team photo are attached.

Join the HS GBB team for a fun night of Music Bingo. See the flier for more information.

Come on out to Lewistown High School on Sunday, February 22 for the Grow With Love Mental Health Dance Showcase. See the attached flier for more information.

The HS GBB team plays in the Regional Semifinal tonight against Athens in Lewistown. Tickets are $8 at the door or $6 (plus fees) through GoFan. Use the link below to purchase tickets ahead of time. All ticket prices are set by IHSA.

https://gofan.co/event/6096888?schoolId=IHSA

With 18 points in last night's game, Joley McLaughlin secured her 1,000th point in her Varsity career. Joley is the 16th girls basketball player to achieve this milestone.

Congratulations, Joley. This is a testament to what hard work and dedication can lead to.

The HS GBB team secured a 49-20 Senior Night win over ROWVA/Williamsfield last night. The win puts the girls record at 16-12 heading to their last regular season game tonight in Colchester. Stats follow-

Joley McLaughlin 18pt 8rb 2ast 4st
Mylie Sours 7pt 5rb 1st
Carsyn Braun 6pt 4rb 4ast 1st
Lexi Parker 3pt 2rb 5ast 1st
Sam Bonney 3pt 6rb 1ast 1st
Ireland Lowrance 3pt 1ast 1st
Addison Roddis 2pt 1rb 1st
Faith Tarvin 2pt
Jozie Grzanich 2pt 1rb
Grace Bonney 1pt 2ast
Cora Connolly 1pt 1rb 1st
Aurora Orwig 1st

Central School hosted the school spelling bee yesterday. We are proud of the 22 participants who came out to compete! Pictured are our winners from left to right: Braedon Parker (2nd place), (3rd place), Mrs. Erin Sours (spelling bee sponsor), Braxton Smith (1st place)

Students from LCHS attended the Future Teachers Day at Western Illinois University on Friday, February 6th. The event introduced students to careers in education and the many opportunities available through WIU's education program.