SLHS hosted the first 2026 regional meet for Academic Olympics on Tuesday, November 3. Six other teams from the Western Region joined our Falcon Team for outstanding competition. The following students competed for SLHS: Tristan Dries, Meagan Friend, Sofia Gilson, Josiah Maschke, Carter Redford, Noah Smit, Chase Tack, Ben Fox, Sarah Payan, and Kas Vale.
Our Falcons were neck and neck with both Whittell and Virginia City during the four rounds, finishing first by a mere point. To put it into perspective, the Falcons earned 24.5 points out of a possible 28-point maximum.
| Regional Meet Results · November 3 | |
| 1. Sierra Lutheran 🏆 | 24.5 |
| 2. Virginia City | 23.5 |
| 3. Whittell | 19 |
| 4. Coleville | 16 |
| 5. Smith Valley | 13.5 |
| 6. Mineral County | 11.5 |
| 7. Excel | 4 |
Thanks to all who helped set up, clean up, and provide snacks. The next competition will be on Monday, November 9, at Coleville High School. Prayers for our team are much appreciated!