This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Appreciation of Beauty.  Sometimes it is a brilliant sunset, a simple act of kindness, an adorable puppy or your first view of a natural wonder like the Grand Canyon.  In that moment, you feel a sense of wonder, awe or admiration.  Appreciation of Beauty is defined as the ability to recognize and take pleasure when we experience those moments of awe.  Studies show that appreciating beauty causes the heart rate to slow, brain waves to soften, and your endocrine system to synchronize.  A sense of peace and rightness washes over … [Read more...] about April Trait of the Month- Appreciation of Beauty

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- LOVE. Love is a variety of feelings, attitudes and emotions. The dictionary lists love as a noun and a verb. It is a strong feeling of affection for another person -- such as you love your parents, grandparents, brother or sister, an intense emotional attachment to something -- such as your pet or a treasured object, or a need or requirement for life --such as plants love the sun. Parents can teach children love by explaining that people know you love them by your actions. "The giving of love is an education in itself." … [Read more...] about Trait of the Month

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard 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 Trait of the Month

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Wisdom. The dictionary defines wisdom as the ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense, and insight. It is observing life experiences and sharing the understanding you have gained with others. The opposite of wisdom is foolishness, making life choices without careful thought or planning. While many say that wisdom only comes with age, it is possible to help children acquire wisdom far before they get old! Here are some ideas to help them to make wise choices. Be a model. Aim to be … [Read more...] about Trait of the Month- Wisdom

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 Trait of the Month