We will be celebrating Halloween on October 30th in school. While we cannot have a typical parade, we are planning crafts/activities and a special treat with the PTA. Children should wear costumes to school, but refrain from wearing the costume’s facial covering/mask until the celebration begins. Children must wear their mask that is used for COVID prevention during the school day. Later in the day, the student can put on his/her accessories over the COVID-preventive mask. In addition, teachers will send parents a link for a virtual class parade at a specific time. Parades will be done … [Read more...] about Halloween Information
It’s Pumpkin Week
Today in preschool, the students carved a pumpkin! Students were able to observe a pumpkin with their senses and use words to describe the pumpkin's shape, texture, and physical features. Preschoolers also counted seeds and discussed the growth cycle of a pumpkin. The students had a wonderful day filled with pumpkin fun! … [Read more...] about It’s Pumpkin Week
Yoga on the Grounds
Core Yoga for Youth started their outside classes today! Every other week students will have yoga classes outdoors while the weather permits. Today the students learned about a lotus flower breath, tall mountain and downward dog. The children were very excited to see Miss Ruth return to Lincoln School. … [Read more...] about Yoga on the Grounds
Developing Vocabulary
This year we will be continuing our initiative to build our students’ vocabulary. This improves comprehension and writing. Each week, each grade level will have exposure to four words throughout the day. Specialists, homeroom teachers, custodians, lunch aides and office staff will infuse these words in daily conversations. We know children need to hear a word multiple times before he/she can understand the meaning in text and use the new word in writing and speaking. Parents are encouraged to use these words also to complement our efforts. Below is the list of September words for each … [Read more...] about Developing Vocabulary
First Days of School
The PTA decorated the building to greet the students and staff as if it was any other year. Staff then welcomed the students into the building on the first days of school! Even though we couldn't see the smiles, we all knew they were there! … [Read more...] about First Days of School