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

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- respect.  Respect is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone.  If you respect your teacher, you admire her/him and treat her/him well.  People respect others who are impressive for any reason, such as being in authority — like a teacher or police officer — or being an elder — like a grandparent.  We also teach you to respect “things,” as well as people.  For example, we work on being respectful of Lincoln School by cleaning up and taking care of the Woods. “I’m not concerned with your liking or disliking me… … [Read more...] about Character Trait of the Month-Respect

I hope you are enjoying your summer!  Just a reminder that the School Supply Lists are on the school's website https://www.rutherfordschools.org/lincoln/about-lincoln-school/school-supplies/.  Students are encouraged to read over the summer https://www.rutherfordschools.org/lincoln/summer-break/and partake in as many experiences as possible!  Take trips to the beach, go to a museum, bake and read together. If you create a summer … [Read more...] about Summer Updates

Each year, the Governor recognizes exceptional educators who make a difference in the life of a child.  Ms. Vanessa Campo is Lincoln School’s recipient of the Teacher of the Year award.  Ms. Campo has taught special education (Gr. 1-3) for her first two years at Lincoln and first grade for the past four years. Those students and families who have worked with Ms. Campo know she deserves this recognition. … [Read more...] about Honoring Ms. Campo

This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Zest.   Zest is not just a brand of soap! It is an enthusiasm and excitement for all that you do; a desire to be active and feel alive! Children learn to be passionate about things by watching their parents get excited and from receiving encouragement for things at which they are good.  We want the children to approach life as an adventure; so that one has motivation in challenging situations or tasks.  Zest is essentially a concept of courage, and involves acquiring the motivation to complete challenging situations and tasks.  … [Read more...] about Trait of the Month- Zest