Lincoln Lions Family Newsletter
January 11, 2026
Dear Lincoln Families,
Thank you for a smooth transition back into the school routine last week. We are grateful for your ongoing support, involvement, and trust. Your partnership helps our students thrive academically and socially. Thank you for everything you do at home and in the community to support learning.
We look forward to continued collaboration and many more celebrations of student growth this year.
This week we will have a special assembly in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday on January 15th.
Other Important Announcements — Dates to Remember
Scholastic Book Fair January 19-22
Students are welcome to bring money to shop the fair during the school day. Flyers will come home this week. Monday students will browse and make "wishlists". Tuesday-Thursday they will be allowed to shop.
- Monday, January 19 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service (Holiday)
- We DO have school. Classes will include learning and celebration activities about the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Friday, January 23 — No School Records Day
- Saturday, January 27 — Parenting in the Digital World @ Millwood Magnet
- See the flyer below for time and details.
Save the Dates:
- February 19 — 5th Grade Orchestra Concert @ Chenery 6:30
- February 25 — Lincoln’s Annual Literacy Night & Family Dance
6:00-8:00 Family Dance
Warmly,
Mrs. Roberts 🤎
Principal
Lincoln Scholastic Book Fair January 19th-22nd
Upcoming Family Engagement Event
Girls On the Run Is So Much Fun!
It's time to register your girls for Girls On The Run! Registration includes the below items and scholarships are available!!! As in the past, we want to make sure every girl who would like to participate has the opportunity to do so. New tennis shoes will be provided for those girls who request them, but the request must be submitted by Friday, January 23rd, 2026! We are looking for 8 to 12 excited girls from grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th to register for our team!
This season's theme is; "Bold Hearts", focused on speaking boldly and listening intently. GOTR is excited to deliver this refreshed and inspiring curriculum alongside their continued partner, Gazelle Sports. If you have any questions, please reach out to the GOTR office at 269-532-1220 or email program@girlsontherunkazoo.org or contact Mr. Burrel here at Lincoln. We are here to support you and we look forward to a wonderful season ahead! Practices will be held after-school on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 3:15 to 4:50 p.m. we will be planning a snack after school for participants once our team is formed.
- One program t-shirt (distributed mid-season; also worn for the 5K)
- One pair of running shoes, if needed, through our partnership with Gazelle Sports
- Shoe requests must be received by January 23
- Cinch bag for carrying personal items
- Participant journal and end-of-season keepsake
- Admission into the Girls on the Run 5K
Winter Student-Family Reading Challenge
Sunday was a Family Fun Day at the Grand Rapids Gold Basketball Game!
Mark Your Calendars
Important Upcoming Dates to Remember
Jan 15th-Happy Birthday Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Special Assembly)
Jan 23rd-NO SCHOOL for Students Records Day
Feb. 2-NO SCHOOL for Students Teacher Professional Development Day
Feb. 25-Elementary Literacy Night
Feb. 27-NO SCHOOL - Mid-Winter Break