Selkirk School District

We would like to thank Pend Oreille PUD for their quick response restoring power to Selkirk High School this morning! Staff discovered the outage before school and students started arriving between 7:45-8:00. Power was restored by 8:07 a.m. when the line crew repaired the broken connection in Metaline!

1 day ago, Selkirk School District

It's Throwback Thursday! This group worked hard to preserve your school memories. Do you recognize the yearbook staff from 2005?

1 day ago, Clarinda VanDyke

Where Are They Now Wednesday!

This week we’re featuring Glenn Blakeslee, Selkirk Class of 1987, who currently serves as the Pend Oreille County Sheriff.

While at Selkirk, Glenn participated in Track and Field, and his 4x100 relay team still holds the school record. He remembers several outstanding teachers, including Eva Gayle Six, Janie Baker, Larry Jungblom, Larry Reed, and Van Whysong. Two who made a lasting impact were Sam Nicholas, for his dedication to teaching, counseling, and coaching, and Mr. Barnes, whose typing and business math classes proved valuable throughout Glenn’s career.

After graduating in 1987, Glenn wasn’t sure what career path to pursue. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard, serving a year and a half in Guam on a 95-foot patrol and search-and-rescue boat, followed by another year and a half in Westport, Washington, on heavy weather rescue boats. During his time in Guam, he met and married his wife.

After his military service, Glenn worked in a shipyard and later moved to California, where he worked in construction before training as a medical assistant. He spent about five years working as a physical therapy aide in both a doctor’s office and a hospital. Eventually, he returned to Spokane, working in industrial rehabilitation, warehouse operations, and drywall - gaining life and work experience along the way.

Encouraged by his parents to pursue a stable career that provided benefits and retirement, and inspired by early exposure to law enforcement, Glenn applied for a Deputy position with the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office in 1998. He was hired in 1999.

Since then, Glenn has served:
• 10 years as a Deputy
• 2 years as a Major Crimes/Drug Detective
• 8 years as a Patrol Sergeant
• The last 7 years as the elected Sheriff

He has also held specialty roles including Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, Critical Incident Response Team Assistant Leader, and Search and Rescue Coordinator. Today, his office includes approximately 40 employees across Patrol, Civil, Dispatch, Corrections, and Emergency Management.

Glenn describes his career in public service as deeply rewarding, and says he loves serving the community he grew up in.

We’re proud to highlight Glenn’s path from Selkirk graduate to community leader, a reminder that career journeys are not always linear, but dedication and service make a lasting impact.

If you know a Selkirk graduate who has gone on to do something meaningful - through work, travel, service, or other achievements - email cvandyke@selkirkschools.org
with details and photos. Your Grad may be featured in an upcoming Where Are They Now Wednesday!

2 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

Spring Sports Are Here - High School Baseball & Track Begin March 2

As winter sports wrapped up this weekend, we now turn the page to the final high school sports season of the year.

🏃‍♂️ Track & Field
⚾ Baseball

High school spring practices officially begin March 2. **Middle school spring sports will begin after spring break.**

Any students planning to participate must make sure they are registered and up to date in FinalForms before practice begins. Please take care of that now to avoid delays.

We’re excited to see our athletes back on the field and on the track as we head into the final competitive season of the school year.

Let’s finish the year strong, Rangers! 💚

4 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

The Rangers Wrap Up the Winter Sports Season with Two State Championships!

Selkirk wrestling capped off an incredible winter season at the Tacoma Dome with two State Champions and a strong showing from all our athletes.

🤼 Jameson Davis (Senior) - State Champion
🤼 Jaxson Chantry (Junior) - State Champion

Both athletes demonstrated the work ethic and competitive edge that have defined this program. Watching them stand at the top of the podium was a proud moment for Selkirk and our entire community!

🏀 Boys Basketball battled all the way to districts, ending their season on Friday, February 20 in a close contest against Touchet. It was a strong postseason run for a team that showed resilience and growth.

🏀 Girls Basketball wrapped up their season on February 14 after a hard-fought matchup against Inchelium. Their teamwork and perseverance throughout the season makes Selkirk proud.

We are grateful for all of our winter athletes who represented Selkirk with determination and sportsmanship. Congratulations on a season well played! 💚

4 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

Selkirk Wrestling Heads to State - February 20 & 21, 2026

Three Selkirk wrestlers are headed to the Tacoma Dome this weekend to compete at the State Tournament, representing our school and community on the biggest stage.

🤼 Jameson Davis (Senior) - This marks Jameson’s fifth trip to state. He has placed 2nd in previous years and is determined to finish the job this season. His work ethic, leadership, and commitment to the sport have set the standard for our program.

🤼 Jaxson Chantry (Junior) and Tristan VanArsdall (Junior) — Both have been part of Selkirk wrestling since they were young and have represented Selkirk at state in past seasons as well. Their dedication and steady improvement over the years speak to the strength of this program.

These three athletes are more than competitors ; they are a hardworking team that pushes, supports, and encourages each other every step of the way.

They left this morning with a tremendous send-off from the school and community, a reminder that Selkirk stands behind them.

Good luck this weekend, boys. Compete with confidence and represent Selkirk with pride! 💚🤼

8 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

District 1B Basketball District Tournament - Friday, February 20, 2026

The Selkirk Rangers are moving on!

After seizing a hard-fought victory on Valentine’s Day against Chesterton, the boys have advanced to the District Tournament, and this is a big one.

🏀 Selkirk vs. Touchet Redhawks
⏰ 12:30 PM

This is a winner-to-state, loser-out matchup. The stakes couldn’t be higher.

It’s a huge accomplishment for this team to have advanced this far, and we are incredibly proud of the grit, growth, and determination they’ve shown all season. They’re playing their best basketball at exactly the right time.

Admission:
• Students with ASB / Seniors (62+) — $10
• Adults — $12

Let’s rally behind these Rangers as they compete to play at state! 💚🏀

8 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

Good Luck Selkirk Wrestlers! Here are some photos of their Fire District 2 escort out of Ione on their way to State! Go Rangers!!

8 days ago, Selkirk School District

State wrestlers standing behind wood Ranger statue

wrestlers enter school van to depart to state

caravan departing from school with flag in background

It's Throwback Thursday! This group of ticket takers from 1971 were part of a fine tradition of service to the school. Do you recognize those smiling faces that might have greeted you at an athletic event?

8 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

Where Are They Now Wednesday!

This week we’re featuring Melanie Kiss, Selkirk Class of 1995. During high school, Melanie participated in volleyball and softball, played in band, and kept busy doing stats for football, basketball, and wrestling. She was also her class salutatorian. She especially enjoyed history with Mr. Villegas and science with Mr. Reed, both of whom left a lasting impression.

Knowing where her life has led, Melanie says she would have loved a hiking club at Selkirk, though we think the beautiful landscape she grew up in may have offered plenty of inspiration.

After graduating, Melanie attended Carroll College and began a career in health information management. The healthcare field provided a fulfilling professional path and, for many years, opportunities to travel the world.

In 2021, Melanie turned her love of travel into something even bigger, launching Chicas Abroad, a women’s adventure travel business that takes women on life-changing trips across the globe. Travel is now both her passion and her profession.

Melanie has visited 43 countries so far, with many more on her list. Despite seeing the world, she proudly remains a small-town Pend Oreille County girl who loved growing up here and plans to stay rooted in the community. She is also the proud mom of Jocelyn and Morgan.

We’re proud to highlight Melanie’s adventurous spirit and entrepreneurial drive, proof that Selkirk graduates can explore the world while staying true to their roots.

If you know a Selkirk graduate who has gone on to do something meaningful - through work, travel, service, or other achievements - email cvandyke@selkirkschools.org
with details and photos. Your grad may be featured in an upcoming Where Are They Now Wednesday!

9 days ago, Clarinda VanDyke

State Wrestling Update
On Thursday, February 19 at 8:00 a.m. Pend Oreille County Fire District 2 will be at the high school with fire trucks and flashing lights to escort our wrestlers through town to the state tournament!! Thank you, Fire District 2 for the exciting send-off!