I am sure you all received the report card for the second trimester. I would like to publically thank the teachers for all the reflection and consideration they give to this process. I am sure you would agree that the teachers’ comments show their knowledge of child development and their craft. I like that the teachers acknowledge the positive attributes of the children and then give them a suggestion on how to continue excelling. Please use the report card as a springboard to have a discussion about celebrating successes and then setting realistic goals for the next trimester. I would be … [Read more...] about Report Card Reflections
Hard Character Trait- Optimism
This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Optimism. We want the children to learn to find the positive side of life. Research shows that people who are optimistic are healthier and have better coping strategies. At school we will be discussing how to find the goodness in a situation, learning that even rough times will pass, and seeing there may be a way to solve a problem. Parents can help their children develop this trait by asking children to think about the positives that can be found in a difficult situation or having children start their day with a positive … [Read more...] about Hard Character Trait- Optimism
Gratitude
This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Gratitude. We want the children to focus on acknowledging the good in their life and to learn to say, "thank you!." Often children will focus on what they do not have or want. We want students to take a moment to recognize what they do have. This simple gesture can change outlook and help guide someone through a difficult time. Parents can teach this trait by focusing on the positive, accepting the mishaps in life with a smile, and sharing something that brought joy each day. Some parents like ending the day with the … [Read more...] about Gratitude
This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Gratitude. We want the children to focus on acknowledging the good in their life and to learn to say, "thank you!." Often children will focus on what they do not have or want. We want students to take a moment to recognize what they do have. This simple gesture can change outlook and help guide someone through a difficult time. Parents can teach this trait by focusing on the positive, accepting the mishaps in life with a smile, and sharing something that brought joy each day. Some parents like ending the day with the … [Read more...] about
Read Across America
Lincoln School celebrated Read Across America Day/Dr. Seuss' Birthday last week. NEA's Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2nd, the birthday of beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss. Oh, The Places You'll Go, Dr. Seuss' whimsical tale, was this year's theme. On Friday, February 27th students from RHS visited to read to classes and on March 2nd community members stopped by share their favorite children's book. On March 9th, Ms. Mammone's 2nd grade class was surprised with mystery … [Read more...] about Read Across America