Kindergarteners in Mrs. Kist, Mrs. Rastetter, Mrs. Winner and Mrs. McDonald's classes have been busy exploring two and three-dimensional shapes. Students identified, compared, and built shapes using a variety of materials. These mathematicians had a blast showing off ...
Mrs. Smith's class explored “How wind and water change the earth” with experiments and hand on building activities. Students tested making a “breeze” versus a “gust” with their own “wind” using bubbles and pinwheels. Students built a structure from marshmallows and ...
The Junior High Academic Challenge teams finished their season recently. Each tournament consists of roughly 35 different teams. The team of Conner D., Olyve I., Monte C., Grayson W., Silas M., and Sofia M. placed 9th out of 35 in their first tournament of the year, they ...
Ms. Dyer and Mrs. Strang were awarded a grant from USA Pickleball, bringing over $1,200 worth of brand-new equipment to our elementary schools! This exciting opportunity will allow students to be introduced to a fun, engaging sport that promotes teamwork, coordination, ...
Western students recently had the pleasure of having high school students from leadership club come volunteer in their classrooms, and they even joined the students for lunch and recess! They were amazing and the students had a blast, especially because they played games ...
Our kindergarten classrooms are full of life! We are closely watching chick and duck eggs get ready to hatch, observing caterpillars grow and transform into beautiful butterflies, and even learning about wiggly worms up close! Every single day is a new discovery as we ...
Recently, Mrs. Bigley and Student Council Vice President Vynce H. were featured in an interview with WMFD to share details about our upcoming Mental Health & Wellness Fair. This student-led initiative focuses on raising awareness, reducing stigma, and connecting our ...
Miss McGowan’s class at Western Elementary has been busy incubating and candling chicken eggs! Students enjoyed observing the eggs and watching the development process up close. What an egg-citing way to learn!
Mrs. Walters’ class had a blast at the PBIS Glow Party! Students celebrated their positive behavior with music, games, and lots of glowing fun. We’re so proud of them!
Kindergarteners at Western Elementary explored technology from the past and present while making connections to "The Wild Robot!" Students had fun learning how technology has changed over time and tying those ideas into the story. What a great way to bring literature and ...
Congratulations to our Pi Bee champions! A big shoutout to the top three students in the Eastern Sixth Grade Pi Bee for their incredible memorization skills: Jackson M. – 120 digits, Grayson W. – 102 digits, Robbie S. – 82 digits An impressive display of focus, ...
During the first week of March, Mrs. Winner’s kindergarten class at Western Elementary enjoyed many “Seussical”-styled activities in celebration of Dr. Seuss Week! Students had fun participating in creative activities inspired by Dr. Seuss stories while celebrating the ...
On Tuesday, March 10, Iris P. was recognized at the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards Ceremony, where she was introduced by Mr. Saris. As part of the recognition, Iris selected Mr. Stephen Domka as her positive impact person for the meaningful influence he has had ...
Mrs. Ferguson’s 7th graders took their ancient Rome unit to the next level! To wrap up their learning, students created life-size gladiators—complete with detailed armor and creative designs. This hands-on project brought history to life and showcased both their knowledge ...
During Dr. Seuss Week, Mrs. Smith’s second-grade class at Central Elementary got creative while making a “Pocket for a Wocket!” Students practiced their paper-folding skills to create pockets for their wockets, bringing a favorite Dr. Seuss story to life. What a fun way ...
Sixth-grade students in Dr. Berry’s class at Eastern put their problem-solving skills to the test during a Race Day activity focused on composite area problems. Working in teams, students solved math challenges to move their cars along the racetrack and race against other ...
What an incredible two days in Dayton at the VEX IQ State Championships held at the United States Air Force Museum! Our teams represented us with determination, teamwork, and true sportsmanship on a huge stage. Competing among the best in the state is no small ...
Innovation in action! Students in Mrs. Perry’s class at Central Elementary explored the question, “Where do ideas for inventions come from?” After discussing everyday problems they encounter, students put their creativity to work by designing their own inventions to help ...
Mrs. Noblet's class has been learning about penguins and polar bears and how their blubber helps keep them warm in freezing temperatures. To see how it works, students tried it for themselves! First, they dipped their hands into icy water, it was freezing! Then, with a ...
Learning + friendly competition = math fun! Students in Mrs. Remy’s third-grade class at Central practiced their multiplication facts by playing Multiplication Connect 4. Students rolled two dice, multiplied the numbers, and covered the correct answer; the first ...
Lexington High School sent 15 students to the 2026 Youth and Government Conference in Columbus, where students from across the state formed a mock government by drafting and debating legislation. All seven of Lexington’s bills passed, including two unanimously. Katya ...
Students at Central Elementary recently competed in the Annual 3rd Grade Spelling Bee. Eleven semi-finalists advanced to the final round, where Colt W. was crowned the 3rd Grade Spelling Bee Champion!
Mrs. Blackstone’s class at Central Elementary takes a monthly walk to the Lexington Public Library! Students loved picking out new books and listening to a story read aloud during their visit. It’s a wonderful way to build a love of reading and connect with our community!
Mrs. Lohr’s second-grade class at Central Elementary celebrated 101 Days of School in true Dalmatian style! Students read fun facts about Dalmatians, played a 101 math dice game, wrote their own 101 Days of School books, and enjoyed a delicious 101-themed snack.
100 days brighter! Western classrooms celebrated the 100th day of school with fun, hands-on learning activities. Mrs. Edmunds’s and Miss McGowan's classes celebrated by counting and identifying numbers to 100, completing a 100-workout challenge, reading 100 words, and ...
Congratulations to our outstanding 5th grade Academic Challenge teams! Both earned top 10 finishes across three counties in a highly competitive field of more than 25 teams.
Great job to the Eastern and Junior High MathCounts teams who competed at Ashland University—well done!
Huge congratulations to Tyson E., Corey L., Jacob J., Gabrielle R., and Konnor F. from the Junior High Robotics Team for earning the Teamwork Champion award at the event held at Brookside High School! Led by their coach, Mr. Dewey, this team’s collaboration, ...
Congratulations to Addy M., Saige P., Nolan H., and Carrigan F. for representing Eastern at the Richland County Spelling Bee! Extra applause for Saige P., who will move on to the Tri-County Bee. We'll BEE cheering you on!
Congratulations to our sixth-grade Academic Challenge team on a strong 2nd-place finish! The team came within three points of first place and defeated the top team in head-to-head competition. Nice work, Jaxon E., Noah B., Violet H., and Ben T.
Kindergarteners in Mrs. Kist, Mrs. Rastetter, Mrs. Winner and Mrs. McDonald's classes have been busy exploring two and three-dimensional shapes. Students identified, compared, and built shapes using a variety of materials. These mathematicians had a blast showing off their knowledge of shapes and their attributes!
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