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Lincoln County board spotlights students, athletes and volunteers; Realtors present $8,200 to support college coursework
Summary
The school board recognized elementary and high school students, athletic achievements, and a bus driver whose quick action aided a student. The Lincoln County Board of Realtors presented an $8,200 check for College Now/College Promise student funds.
The Lincoln County Schools Board of Education used its meeting to recognize student and staff achievements across the district and accept a donation from the Lincoln County Board of Realtors.
Board members introduced elementary students who led the Pledge of Allegiance and highlighted classroom programs such as the Loving Lincoln County service project at Battle Ground Elementary, where third‑through fifth‑grade students raised funds to support local YMCA programs. The board also recognized student leaders from Iron Station Elementary’s student council, winners of a county wetlands essay contest, and students who earned top state finishes in Microsoft Office competitions.
The board presented a senior spotlight featuring two East Lincoln High School seniors, Spencer and Jack (last names not specified in the meeting record), who described extracurricular involvement including theater, health sciences, sports and academic clubs. Board members credited district teachers, counselors and program directors for helping students access career pathways; one senior described receiving a state representative’s support and a $130,000 allocation (described in the meeting as allotted by Representative Jason Sain to construct a memorial project) connected to an AP Government class proposal.
Athletic recognitions included East Lincoln High School’s boys swim team (conference champions and state placings), an East Lincoln state champion in the 100‑yard backstroke (Ryder Warner), multiple state placers from Lincoln and North Lincoln high schools, and wrestling qualifiers and state placers from Lincoln County schools. The board also recognized a bus driver (Mr. Friday) who diverted his route and brought a student experiencing a medical emergency to Atrium Health for immediate care; staff praised his "attentive, rapid response" that enabled emergency staff to render care quickly.
During the meeting the Lincoln County Board of Realtors presented a check for $8,200 to support College Now/College Promise student funding. Board remarks noted the donation will help students pay for college course fees while still in high school and that last year’s contribution (reported as roughly $7,000) supported approximately 42 students for CCP funds.
The board’s recognitions covered many schools and programs; speakers repeatedly thanked teachers, coaches, parents and community partners. Several student award winners and sports teams were not present but were acknowledged for state‑level accomplishments.
