Due to current road conditions and expected weather problems prior to dismissal Lewistown schools will be closed today, January 12, 2024. It will be an e-Learning day for all students. The details of the district’s e-Learning Plan can be found at http://tinyurl.com/semcjzb8
Tonight's Girls Basketball game at the Camp Point Tournament has been postponed until tomorrow night at 6pm.
Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Lewistown schools will be closed today, January 9, 2024. It will be an e-Learning day for all students. Please reference the district’s e-Learning Plan at http://tinyurl.com/semcjzb8 for details regarding e-Learning expectations for students.
Welcome Back! We can't wait to see our students tomorrow!
This is a message for Central Elementary students regarding after school dismissal. Pick up time for all students K-6th is 3:10 at the elementary pavilion. Parents need to wait on the sidewalk to pick up their child. Arriving early is always best. Students must have a note from the office if there is a change of adult picking them up. Please call the office with any pick up or bus changes by 2:30pm. Thank you!
REPOST: 2005 30 passenger Chevy bus for sale via sealed bid
Gas 6.0 liter engine
Engine makes noise
215,000 miles
Interested buyers can participate in the auction by submitting their offer in a sealed envelope in person to the Board Office, located at 15501 E Ave L, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Envelopes should be clearly marked as "2005 30 passenger Chevy Bus BID" and should include the bidder's contact information.
Bids will be accepted from Wednesday, January 3rd through Wednesday, February 21st. The winning bidder will be notified on Thursday, February 22nd.
This bus can be viewed outside of the Bus Garage at 15205 N. State Highway 100, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Nick Christy - Transportation Director - nchristy@lewistown97.net -or- 309-267-4178
REPOST: 2002 GMC 72 passenger Bus for sale via sealed bid
Gasoline 8.1 liter engine
Runs but transmission slips in reverse
Approximately 180,000 miles
Interested buyers can participate in the auction by submitting their offer in a sealed envelope in person to the Board Office, located at 15501 E Ave L, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Envelopes should be clearly marked as "2002 GMC 72 passenger Bus BID" and should include the bidder's contact information.
Bids will be accepted from Wednesday, January 3rd through Wednesday, February 21st. The winning bidder will be notified on Thursday, February 22nd.
This bus can be viewed outside of the Bus Garage at 15205 N. State Highway 100, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Nick Christy - Transportation Director - nchristy@lewistown97.net -or- 309-267-4178
REPOST: 1999 66 passenger Chevy Bus for sale via sealed bid
Gasoline 454 engine
Does not start
Approximately 155,000k miles
Interested buyers can participate in the auction by submitting their offer in a sealed envelope in person to the Board Office, located at 15501 E Ave L, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Envelopes should be clearly marked as "1999 66 passenger Chevy Bus BID" and should include the bidder's contact information.
Bids will be accepted from Wednesday, January 3rd through Wednesday, February 21st. The winning bidder will be notified on Thursday, February 22nd.
This bus can be viewed outside of the Bus Garage at 15205 N. State Highway 100, Lewistown, Illinois 61542. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Nick Christy - Transportation Director - nchristy@lewistown97.net -or- 309-267-4178
Please click the following link to view an employment opportunity with Lewistown CUSD #97.
https://5il.co/2bbwd
SILENT AUCTION BAKE SALE!!!!
The 2024 After Prom Committee is hosting a silent auction with baked goods made by our most famous, talented, local bakers during the High School Boys Basketball Game vs. Havana on Friday, January 5, 2024. Bid on all of your favorites! Don’t forget to check back OFTEN to make sure you are the highest bidder!
Bidding ends at the start of the fourth quarter of the varsity game! If you miss the countdown, you won’t get in your final bid!
Be prepared for a bidding WAR!!!
**If you are able to make a baked good, please contact Amanda Cripe by text at (309)645-1762, email at acripe@lewistown97.net, or on Facebook Messenger. Thank you!**
This is a reminder that Lewistown CUSD 97 will have an early dismissal tomorrow, December 20th. All High School students and Central/Elementary walking and pick-up students will be dismissed at 1:45. The Central/Elementary buses will dismiss at 2pm. We will be back in session on Thursday, January 4th. Enjoy the holiday break!
Reminder of our winter open house tomorrow night! Please enter through Central doors only. We will have stations set up for you and your family to enjoy.
1. Cookies and hot chocolate (cafeteria)
2. Elf obstacle course (hallway)
3. Craft (elementary gym)
4. Santa Shop (elementary gym)
Elementary doors will be for exit only.
Don't want to cook tomorrow? Order chicken noodles from the VFW to support Elementary and Central book program.
NEW!!! LIVE STREAM: The IESA is excited to announce that Central Illinois Sports has the exclusive rights to live-stream each game at all of the 4 IESA Girls State Basketball State Tournaments. Live streaming from spectators is strictly prohibited. Please visit (centralillinoissports.com) to learn how to access the Live Broadcast and On Demand Replay. Here is a link to a short tutorial on how to subscribe.
https://youtu.be/rIKNzMPfiH0?si=JCwmfQGgUHKeJDQA
Congratulations to the Lewistown 7th Grade Girls Basketball team on winning the Sectional and advancing to the state tournament! Congratulations to Elliot Reith for being awarded the Sectional 3 Outstanding Sportsmanship Pin! The girls will play in Riverton at 10am on Saturday against Nauvoo-Colusa.
Please don't forget that Friday, December 1st is an 11:30am dismissal for students.
Our 7th grade girls basketball team competes in the sectional championship game tonight in Brimfield. The game starts at 6:30 and you can stream it here: https://tinyurl.com/4d56sfc9
Please follow this link for information on an employment opportunity in Lewistown CUSD #97:
https://5il.co/29rnj
Congratulations to the November Indian Chief nominees and everyone else recognized for their hard work.
Check out the assembly here: https://youtu.be/K2-LgYRV8-g
Lewistown CUSD 97 will have a early dismissal tomorrow, November 21st. All High School students and Central/Elementary walking and pick-up students will be dismissed at 1:45. The Central/Elementary buses will dismiss at 2pm. We will be back in session on Monday, November 27th. Enjoy the holiday week!
Central Elementary will be hosting our Winter Family Open House Night on Tuesday, December 12th. Fun for the whole family!
