12/8/25

Lincoln Families!

As we head into the final two weeks before Winter Break, I want to share my appreciation for your continued partnership and support. This is an exciting time on campus—students are finishing projects, showcasing their learning, and continuing to show the curiosity, resilience, and community spirit that make Lincoln such a special place.

Next week, we will also acknowledge National Human Rights Day. This day serves as an important reminder of the values we embrace as a community—respect, belonging, and the dignity of every individual. It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to reinforce these principles with our students.

Thank you for all you do to encourage your children each day. Let’s finish these next two weeks strong and celebrate the growth we’ve seen so far this year. Wishing you and your families a joyful season ahead!

Events this week:

8th Grade Programs Happening This Saturday and This Week - Please Read!

Mark your calendars!

🧁Saturday, 12/6, 12 - 4 PM: Holiday Walk Bake Sale

⛸️Wednesday, 12/10, 7:15 - 8:30 PM: Ice Skating Social

🏟️Friday, 12/12, ALL DAY: Field Day with PTSA-provided Pizza Lunch

Montana Ave. Holiday Walk 8th Grade Bake Sale - SignUp Genius

🗓️Saturday, December 6, 12-4PM! Come Support LMS 8th Grade!

📍PHS | Compass, 1333 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

(at the corner across from Peet’s Coffee; Same as the Art Walk Bake Sale)

👀It’s not too late! Drop off baked goods between 11AM - 12PM.

🎉Many thanks to Shann Silver of PHS | Compass, 8th Grade Parent and Long Time Sponsor of LMS PTSA for providing this incredible opportunity

🌟Special thanks to Bake Sale coordinator Natalie Mohamed for coordinating this and all of bake sales for the 8th grade!

❓Contact Natalie Mohamed, Bake Sale Coordinator, at 424-645-2724 or natgab81@gmail.com

This Week - Ice Skating and Field Day

This upcoming week, the 8th grade will enjoy two special events!

CLICK HERE! for details, how to donate items, and volunteer sign-ups

Providing these memorable events requires donations.

8th Grade Fundraising Goal: $45,000! Still Needed: $35,000!

If you haven’t done so yet, please make the suggested family donation of $200 per student.

Donate to the “8th Grade Promotion Fund” today at LMSPTSA.org!

🦁❤️We need your support!❤️🦁

I want to share an important reminder for those exploring private school options. As part of our district practice, school staff are not permitted to write letters of recommendation for private school admissions.

If your family is navigating the private school application process and you need assistance with records, transcripts, or general guidance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Monica Williams at mwilliams@smmusd.org.

Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership.

This is a reminder that our School Site Council (SSC) meeting will be held this Wednesday, December 10th at 3:20 PM in the Library Classroom. We welcome your participation and appreciate your partnership in supporting our school community.

We hope to see you there!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the choir concert! Our students put on a beautiful performance, and it was wonderful to see so many families, friends, and community members there to support them.

A special thank-you to our amazing choir teacher, Mrs. Counte, for her dedication, creativity, and the countless hours she invests in helping our students shine. We are so grateful for her leadership and the joy she brings to our music program.

Thank you again for being part of such a memorable evening!

Thank you to all the parents who joined us for our DEIA meeting this past Friday. We truly appreciate your time, your voice, and your commitment to helping us strengthen a school community where every student feels valued and supported. Your partnership is essential in continuing this important work, and we’re grateful for your engagement and collaboration.

We’re excited to share that we had a fantastic turnout for basketball tryouts this week! Our students showed incredible effort, teamwork, and determination throughout the process. It was inspiring to see so many athletes step up, give their best, and represent Lincoln with pride.

Thank you to all who participated and supported the tryouts—we’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead!