Lincoln Lowdown- 9/30/24

Lincoln Families,

In honor of National Principals Month, I’d like to take a moment to recognize the incredible leadership and dedication of our Assistant Principals, Mrs. Andrew and Mrs. Keleher. Their commitment to our students, staff, and school community is truly inspiring. They work tirelessly to create a supportive, positive environment where every student can thrive.

Please join me in thanking Mrs. Andrew and Mrs. Keleher for their hard work, passion, and dedication to making Lincoln Middle School a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Reminder, there will be no school on Thursday October 3rd, in honor of Rosh Hashanah. This will make Friday a "Late Start B Day". Students will report to periods 2,4, and 6.

Events this week:

9/30 - Drama Drama Callbacks, 3:30 - 6:00, Auditorium

10/1 - 8th Grade Parent Info Night, 5PM, Auditorium

10/2 - Drama Cast Announcement, First day of rehearsals, 3:30 - 5:30, Auditorium

10/3 - No School, Local Holiday

10/4 - Friday Late Start PD: Staff Meeting - Depression and Suicide Training

10/4 -7th & 8th Grade Movie Night, 6:30PM

10/4 - End of GP1

I’m excited to highlight some outstanding instructional practices happening in our classrooms!

• Mrs. Ehrke has done an exceptional job fostering academic discourse and meaningful conversations in her classroom. Her ability to engage students in thoughtful dialogue encourages deeper understanding and critical thinking.

• Mrs. Moe and Mr. Leahy are creating thought-provoking, inquiry-based learning experiences, challenging students to discover and explore multiple factors. Their approach to learning inspires curiosity and empowers students to take ownership of their education.

Thank you to these wonderful educators for your dedication to enriching the learning experience for our students!

I want to extend a huge thank you to our amazing PTSA for organizing such a fantastic 6th Grade Movie Night! The event was a tremendous success, and the students absolutely loved it. It was a great opportunity for our 6th graders to relax, have fun, and build friendships outside of the classroom.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this evening special for our students. Your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated, and we are so grateful for the positive impact you continue to have on our school community.

We are excited to invite you to our 8th Grade Parent Night! This important event will provide all the information you need about 8th-grade activities, promotion, and much more. It’s a great opportunity to stay informed and get your questions answered as we prepare for an exciting year ahead.

I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made 6th Grade Camp Lincoln a huge success! This community-building event wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our 6th grade teachers and the wonderful parent volunteers who gave their time and energy to ensure our students had a memorable experience.

A special shout-out to Mr. Veira and Mrs. DeBeech for their outstanding leadership in organizing and coordinating this event. Your efforts helped create an enriching experience that our students will remember for years to come.

Thank you for bringing our Lincoln community together in such a meaningful way!

As we are rounding out the first month we want to say thank you to the students that are being responsible and making it to their classes on time! Congrats. Moving forward, students that are tardy to school/class 5 times will receive a 35 minute detention. Students will receive a detention for each subsequent tardies. Students that have continued difficulty making it to school on time will be placed on an attendance contract.

At Lincoln Middle School this year we have begun using a digital hall pass that allows us to monitor the students out and about throughout the school day to ensure students are spending their time learning in their classes. All students receive two-5 minute hall passes per day; additional passes are granted as needed by the student. Of course, we account for a random time here or there that a student may require some additional time. Students that are having continued difficulty returning to their classroom in the allotted time will receive disciplinary consequences.

I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible efforts of our girls and boys flag football teams and our girls volleyball teams for their outstanding performances on Friday! Their dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship were on full display, making us all proud to be part of the Lincoln family.

Whether on the field or on the court, our student-athletes gave it their all and showed what it means to compete with heart and pride. Congratulations to each of them for their hard work and determination!

Go Lions!

Score reports for CAASPP, ELPAC and Star Renaissance are available to parents in the Aeries Parent Portal. Hard copy score reports are not mailed home. These videos help explain to students & parents/guardians on how to access their portals. Student Portal Parent Portal. Included is also a guide on how to access these scores through Aeries. Parent Portal: Test Scores [Aeries]-attachment.

Thank you!

The use of supportive devices such as crutches, canes, wheelchairs, casts, ace wraps, splints, boots, or braces at school requires a WRITTEN physician order specifically stating they must be used at school, along with the diagnosis and the length of time the device will be needed at school. Students will not be able to attend school using these devices without a doctor's note.

If your child requires access to elevators or other accommodations to safely navigate the school due to the use of these devices, please have your physician include this in their written order. This ensures that proper arrangements, including elevator access, can be made for your child's safety and ease of movement during the school day.

A big thank you to all the parents who attended this past week’s Coffee with the Principal! Your presence and engagement are always appreciated as we continue working together to support our students.

I’d also like to extend a special thank you to our amazing counselors for their insightful presentation on academic and social-emotional resources. Their dedication to ensuring our students' well-being and success is invaluable.

We look forward to more opportunities to connect and collaborate!

We are looking for a dedicated parent to represent our school on two important district committees: the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Committee. These committees play a vital role in shaping programs and resources that impact our students and families.

If you are passionate about contributing to our school community and ensuring all voices are heard, we encourage you to consider joining. Your input will help guide key decisions that affect the success of our students.

If interested, please contact Mr. Cuevas at jcuevas@smmusd.org. Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference!

Our annual Halloween Festival is coming up, and we need your help to make it a fun and memorable event for our students! We’re looking for volunteers to assist with activities, games, and refreshments.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up using the link below. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps us create a spooktacular experience for our school community.

Thank you for your time and involvement!

This year, we will feature a Haunted House (Classroom).