Lincoln staff members supported the REF Harlem Wizard Basketball Game night held at RHS. Teachers had a great time 'playing' basketball, participating in the antics, interacting with the fans, and supporting the REF. … [Read more...] about Lincoln Teachers Support REF
Stacker Cup Challenge
Lincoln School students had the chance to think 'outside the box' in Mr. Potor’s Physical Education class this past week. Groups of students were presented with 12 stacker cups and one big piece of tape. They had to create a self-standing, upside down triangle. Teams had to collaborate, experiment, modify and laugh during the challenge. Mr. Potor uses stacker cups to increase reaction time and promote right and left brain thinking . … [Read more...] about Stacker Cup Challenge
Recognizing St. Patrick’s Day
Leprechauns were spotted at Lincoln School and even played some tricks on us! Students in the preschool made a leprechaun trap, but they could not catch the quick-witted leprechauns. Some students had to follow clues around the building to find the pot of gold. We all enjoyed learning about this holiday! … [Read more...] about Recognizing St. Patrick’s Day
Geography Gym
Students at Lincoln School attended the Geography Gym assembly program. The presenter placed a large map of the USA on the gym floor and students ran to different oceans, regions, and states to reinforce map and directional concepts. Students really enjoyed this kinesthetic lesson. Thanks to the Lincoln School PTA for supporting this assembly program. … [Read more...] about Geography Gym
Inspired by Yo-Yo Ma
Ms. Monochello’s 3rd grade class was inspired by Yo-Yo Ma, world famous cellist, when they read the book Yo-Yo Ma: World Musician by Lou Ann Walker. Yo-Yo Ma believed, “music can act as a magnet to draw people together.” This inspirational quote sparked an idea with Ms. Monochello's class. They wanted to make their own instruments! With the help of Silly Gilly, the students made fancy kazoos and had a parade around the school to share their music. It was a hoot! … [Read more...] about Inspired by Yo-Yo Ma