Next week we recognize educators for all they do for all children. I would like to thank our teachers and staff members for all they do! I am honored to call them colleagues. Each year, the Governor recognizes exceptional educators who make a difference in the life of a child. Ms. Adriane Freudenberg was chosen as this year’s recipient. The committee recognized her dedication and expertise on the Child Study Team and her work with our mindfulness program. Congratulations to Ms. Freudenberg! … [Read more...] about Honoring our Teachers

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Courage. You use courage when you are the first to try something or when you are frightened. You also use courage when you learn something new or try something that is complex. Being brave enough to make mistakes and learn from them every single day, takes great courage. It does not mean you are fearless. It means that even though you have fear, you still try your best. It isn’t easy to have courage. It takes hard work, inspiration and passion. There is joy from being courageous.  If you try your best in everything you do and … [Read more...] about Learning About Courage

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Open-mindedness. We want the children to learn to be tolerant of ideas, culture, people, foods, and experiences. The students may not always agree with one another, but they can learn to listen, summarize and maybe even reflect on a different perspective. The teachers will teach open-mindedness by discussing points of view in literature, history or resolving a conflict between two students. Parents can develop open-mindedness by having students experience a new cultural event such as the Rutherford Multicultural Festival on May … [Read more...] about Trait of the Month: Open-mindedness

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Gratitude. Gratitude is an emotion expressing appreciation for what one has—as opposed to, what one wants. The benefits of practicing gratitude are nearly endless. People who regularly practice gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things they're thankful for experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness, and even have stronger immune systems. We would like the children to focus on acknowledging the good in their lives and to learn to say, "thank you!" … [Read more...] about Showing Gratitude

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the character trait- Kindness. Kindness is a behavior marked by ethical characteristics, a pleasant disposition, and concern for others. It is known as a virtue, and recognized as a value in many cultures. We will be teaching students to do something/say something kind for no reason. Teachers will identify acts of … [Read more...] about January is focused on Kindness