The Lions' Pride

As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to share my gratitude for the incredible community we have at Lincoln Elementary. Your support, dedication, and partnership make our school a special place.

I hope this holiday brings your family joy, togetherness, and warmth. Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving!

As we enter November in a few days, it's a time to reflect on what we are thankful for. We invite our valued families and educational community to share what—and who—you appreciate at Lincoln Elementary School. Your messages can be for anyone: teachers, custodians, office staff, bus drivers, clinic staff, educational aides, or support staff. Whether it’s a group or a specific individual, your expressions of gratitude mean the world.

Please take a moment to share your thanks. Your kind words will make a big impact on our school’s culture and climate, and I’ll make sure to pass along each message to our dedicated staff members.

Thank you for helping us recognize and celebrate our amazing team!

Friendly reminder of the importance of keeping our accessible parking spaces open and unobstructed at all times. These spaces are designated to serve families who need immediate and safe access to our school building during the morning drop-off, throughout the school day, and during pick-up times.

Blocking these spaces, even temporarily, creates challenges for those who rely on them and can impact their ability to safely access our school.

We would love to have volunteers in the building! Please look through this spreadsheet and see if you are interested in helping in anyway. Please sign up on the spreadsheet here

• Please use the car loop for morning drop off. The front door is for walkers and bike riders ONLY.

• Use only the curb lane until teachers arrive, which is around 7:50. The double line starts ONLY when teachers are there to supervise.

• Please pull all the way up to the car in front of you so more cars can let out.

• Please have children exit quickly so we can keep the car line moving.

• Doors lock at 8:05. If you arrive after this time, please take your child to the front door.

Upcoming Dances – We Need Your Input!

As we plan our January dances, we’d love to hear your thoughts. For more information about the dances please visit: Dance Information. Please fill out the appropriate survey(s) below:

• K-2 Survey Link

• 3-5 Survey Link

Volunteers Needed for 1st Grade Donuts with Grown-ups

We’re looking for volunteers for 1st Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups! If you’re available to help, please sign up here: Volunteer Donuts with Grown-ups

GJEF Raffle

The Gahanna-Jefferson Education Foundation (GJEF) is having its annual raffle, and 50% of all ticket sales from Lincoln Elementary supporters will go directly to our PTO! The winner will be contacted on Sunday, February 23, 2025, you do not need to be present to win, and anyone can purchase.

• Tickets: 1 for $10 OR 3 for $25

• Grand Prize: $1,000

• Raffle Drawing: February 22, 2025, at 9:15 PM during the GJEF in-person Gala (watch live on their Facebook page).

How to Purchase Tickets:

• From the PTO: Contact us directly to purchase your tickets.

• Email us at lincolnPTOboard@gmail.com for more ways to purchase.

• Online at the GJEF Website: Buy tickets online, make sure to add “Lincoln Elementary” in the comments so our PTO gets credit for the sale!

• LINK TO GJEF RAFFLE TICKETS

Upcoming PTO Dates

• December 10th – 1st Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups (7:15–7:45 AM)

• January 14th – 2nd Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups (7:15–7:45 AM)

• January 24th – 3-5 Dance - School Gym (6:30–8:30 PM)

• January 25th – K-2 Dance - School Gym (Time TBD)

• February 4th – 3rd Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups (7:15–7:45 AM)

• March 18th – 4th Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups (7:15–7:45 AM)

• April 15th – 5th Grade Donuts with Grown-Ups (7:15–7:45 AM)

Stay Connected!

Stay in the loop by following us on social media and subscribing to our Google Calendar:

• Facebook: Gahanna Lincoln Elementary PTO

• Instagram: Gahanna Lincoln Elementary PTO

• Website: Gahanna Lincoln Elementary PTO

• Google Calendar: Subscribe Here

Thank you,

PTO

Do you shop at Kroger? Add Lincoln Elementary PTO to your Kroger Community Rewards to help support our PTO! We earn about $2.00 per person per month based on spending, and it doesn’t take away from your rewards or fuel points. Only 88 families are signed up—let’s grow that number!

Here is how to sign up in the mobile app:

We would love to have students, staff, and families watch our Lincoln Live Broadcast every school day. Just click on this link and find Lincoln Elementary on the list. You may also go to video.gjps.org.

Gahanna Residents In Need (GRIN) has partnered with Lincoln Elementary to offer a “Weekend Supplemental Food” program for our students. The program provides for students who are in need of help with food at home. If you would like to participate in this program, please fill out the permission form below. Your student will receive a bag of non-perishable food items every Friday to bring home.

Lincoln Supplemental Food Permission Slip

The Heart and Pride Award recognizes two outstanding staff members each month who make a profound impact on our students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools. Families are encourage to nominate a staff member today! The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.

Nov. 27-29, 2024: Thanksgiving Break - No School

Dec. 23, 2024-Jan. 2, 2025: Winter Break - No School
Jan. 3, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Jan. 20, 2025: Martin Luther King Day - No School
Feb. 14, 2025: PD Day - No School
Feb. 17, 2025: Presidents Day - No School
Mar. 10, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Mar. 31-April 4, 2025: Spring Break- No School
April 18, 2025: Comp Day - No School
May 2, 2025: PD Day - No School
May 23, 2025: Last Day of School for Students