This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Citizenship. Citizenship means more than knowing how the government functions. Good citizenship in practice is understanding, appreciating and doing things that make life better for you and for others. Citizenship is not passive. Citizenship demands participation, involvement and contribution. Good citizens go beyond their own interests, demonstrate a concern for the needs of others and recognize their obligations to make their home, school, neighborhood, country and world the best they can be. Citizenship is a two-way … [Read more...] about
Fire Prevention Month
Rutherford Fire Inspector, Mark Harrison, visited the school to speak to the children about fire prevention and safety drills. Lincoln School schedules a fire drill once a month so the children are aware of evacuation procedures. Mr. Harrison reminded students to practice fire drills and make sure there is a fire plan in place at home. Parents are encouraged to conduct a fire drill and select a meeting spot. … [Read more...] about Fire Prevention Month
Halloween Information
It’s about that time again...time for the Ghouls & Goblins to roam at Lincoln School! We have a few helpful hints to make sure that our upcoming Halloween parade is fun & safe! If possible, have children go home for lunch to change into their costumes. Students will exit out the afternoon DISMISSAL doors. Teachers will monitor that students are picked up. If children cannot go home for lunch, lunch aides will assist them in putting on their costumes. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO GO HOME FOR LUNCH TO CHANGE IN COSTUMES. THERE WILL BE ONLY ONE LUNCH PERIOD THIS DAY TO ASSIST YOU IN … [Read more...] about Halloween Information
Parent Workshop on Phonics- 10/18/16 8 a.m.
Ms. Uryniak, one of the reading specialists at Lincoln School, will be hosting a workshop for parents/ guardians on the Project Read phonics program we use to teach letters and corresponding sounds. Ms. Uryniak will review the first grade scope and sequence and make recommendations on how to assist a child at home. If you need childcare to attend, just let Ms. Uryniak know when you RSVP. Please RSVP to nuryniak@rutherfordschools.org. Workshop will be held from 8-8:45 a.m. Please just come to the main office when you arrive. … [Read more...] about Parent Workshop on Phonics- 10/18/16 8 a.m.
Week of Respect
The Week of Respect is October 3-7. During the month of October, Lincoln School students will learn about, and celebrate, acts of kindness to others. Students will participate in specific activities to demonstrate respect for each other. Ms. Bregman, our Student Assistance Counselor, will visit classrooms during the month to discuss various topics. Even though NJ designates one week for activities, we continue to emphasize character traits throughout the year to foster positive character development. As shared during Back to School Night, we will develop 7 traits: respect, citizenship, wisdom, … [Read more...] about Week of Respect