The PTA purchased tulip, crocus and daffodil bulbs for each student in our school. Students planted these bulbs at the end of October with the intention of beautifying our school in the spring. Teachers turned this into a learning opportunity by teaching about bulbs, needs of plants and some elements that may cause our bulbs not to sprout. Students needed to measure the depth of the holes and distances between the bulbs. Some students giggled when they discovered a worm or learned to use a trowel for the first time. We cannot wait to see our school in the spring! [Read more...] about Bulb Planting
Halloween Parade Time Correction
There was an error on the blast that was sent out on 10/30/15. The parade is at 1:30 p.m. as noted on the calendar. … [Read more...] about Halloween Parade Time Correction
Halloween!
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! Lincoln School Grades 1-3: If possible, have children go home for lunch to change into their costumes. Please return the permission slip to the teacher by Monday, October 26th. This will eliminate the need to sign out your children in the main office if they do go home for lunch. Students will exit out the afternoon DISMISSAL doors. Teachers will monitor that students are picked up. If children cannot go home … [Read more...] about Halloween!
Week of Respect
The Week of Respect is October 6-10. 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. Huzzy, our student assistance counselor, will visit classrooms during month. Pierrepont’s “Friends of Rachael Challenge” will also visit Lincoln School to discuss how Pierrepont students show kindness and will encourage our students to pledge an act of kindness! Even though NJ designates one week for activities, we continue to emphasize character traits … [Read more...] about Week of Respect
Morning Arrival
This is just a reminder that there are two drop-off areas beginning at 8:10 a.m. There is a drop-off lane on Vreeland and another drop-off on Montross. There are cones indicating the area. Students should not be dropped off on Pierrepont. Parents using the drop-off lane should not exit the car. Students must be able to exit their car and shut the door independently. Once the student is safely away from the car, please leave the lane cautiously. … [Read more...] about Morning Arrival