After 31 years teaching social studies at LHS, Scott Funk, received the Lewiston School District’s 2017-2018 Secondary Teacher of the Year award Monday, Aug. 21.
Funk began teaching at LHS in 1986, and with him, came three new classes. Prior to Funk being hired, his three classes — AP European History, AP U.S. History, and History of Rock and Roll did not exist here. History of Rock and Roll was unheard of in the valley until Funk built it from the ground up, creating a dual-credit opportunity with the University of Idaho
Funk is a first-time winner of the award and said he felt surprised and humbled to win the award.
“It was very nice to be acknowledged for the work (I) do and also very humbling to be singled out among all the great teachers at this school,” said Funk. “It’s nice getting acknowledgement that I am respected among my peers.”
One of many students who supported Funk in his achievement was senior, Billy Hobbs.
“I am super happy for him and think he totally deserved it,” said Hobbs.
Another of Funk’s fans is Mike Jones, Psychology, Sociology and U.S. History 11 teacher. Jones, who went to LHS and was a student of Funk’s, recalled that Funk was always someone larger than life to him, and a big role model.
“He always had the highest respect among his peers, and was always a favorite among the kids,” Jones said. “And now, however many years later, he still is, and that reflects on him. To me, he is a titan of the school and I’m amazed that this (award) didn’t happen sooner.”