This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Perseverance. Perseverance is the ability to stick with a project or goal until it is complete. This year more than ever we realize times may get tough and setbacks may occur, but you should keep working toward your goal. People with perseverance will practice, practice and practice to reach the goal; we don't reach our goals by luck. Thomas Edison reached his goal of finding a filament for the light bulb. He failed many times, but he saw each failure as an opportunity to learn what would not work. Helen Keller persevered … [Read more...] about Perseverance
Teaching Children to be Courageous
As introduced in last month’s newsletter, this month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Courage. You use courage when you are the first to try something. You use courage when you are frightened. You 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 … [Read more...] about Teaching Children to be Courageous
Back to School Night Information
It has been an exciting start to the 2020-2021 school year as students and staff come together as a learning community! In place of the traditional in-person Back to School Night, your child's teacher will be creating a Welcome Back Video Message to provide parents and guardians a peek into their child's school day. This will be available on Tuesday, September 29th on the teacher's website. Information regarding daily routines, procedures, classroom expectations, and how to support your child at home will be shared.
Some Back to School Reminders
Dear Parents and Guardians and Lincoln Students, Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! I am thrilled to start this year and see many return. I also cannot wait to welcome our incoming first graders and new students on the first day of school, September 8th. The teachers have many exciting lessons and activities planned. I am sure the children are looking forward to being with new classmates and teachers! It is imperative this year that we all work together to keep staff and students safe. We all must do our part by wearing face coverings, following social distancing CDC guidelines and … [Read more...] about Some Back to School Reminders
Back to School Update
It has certainly been a busy summer at Lincoln School. We worked diligently on our Reopening Plan meeting with staff to plan a return for those selecting to receive instruction in person or remote. Mr. Dobko, our head custodian and his team have worked to get the building ready. We had our inspection yesterday and Mr. Dobko and his team were complimented for their efforts. In addition, we have construction of the two additional classroom occuring. The construction is moving a long and it is exciting to see the blueprint come to life. Class placements for all students will be available … [Read more...] about Back to School Update