Lincoln Lions Family Newsletter

Dear Lincoln Families,

"It takes a village to raise a child" is an African proverb meaning that a child's healthy development depends on the collective support and positive interactions of the entire community, including family, friends, neighbors, and schools. The proverb highlights that parents need a support network to provide children with love, education, and guidance, fostering their growth into well-rounded individuals. As we move into October this week, we are beginning the 6th week of school. By this time, hopefully you have been able to connect with your child's teacher at least once whether in-person, over the phone, or through email. It is important that we work together and partner in your child's education.

Respectfully,

Mrs. Roberts 🤎

Lincoln Principal

robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net

Check out a few photos that captured the fun and excitement of last Friday's trip! All students who visited Gull Meadow Farms received fresh picked apples, a small pumpkin, cider, and donuts.

Count Day

Date: This Wednesday, October 1st.
Attendance Matters: Please ensure that all students who are able to attend are present. If your child cannot attend, please email us so if it falls under our excused absence categories we can mark it excuses.

What is an excused absence?

Student illness and/or appointment verified by the parent/guardian or medical professional
Medically verified extended illness or hospitalization
Attending a funeral
Religious holiday
Absence due to a subpoenaed court appearance
Any time missed due to KPS school transportation issues

Attendance Reminder

Chronic Absenteeism: Letters will be sent out in the next few weeks or so, for those showing up as at risk to be considered Chronically Absent. It is vital for students' learning to limit absences when possible. Remember, the state says students who miss a total of 18 absences in a school year or more, are considered chronically absent and at risk to fall under truancy. Chronic Absenteeism, as laid out by the state, counts unexcused and excused absences. If your child is sick, please email our attendance secretary, Ms. Hall at hallad@kalamazoopublicschools.net, and your child's teacher to excuse their absences.

It is important that we give our children plenty of opportunities to engage in speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities. Here is an activity you can do with your child at home this week.

1. LISTEN to the read-aloud, Where Are You From?, by clicking the Youtube video below.

2. Have a conversation with your child about where they were born and/or where their family is from.

3. WRITE or DRAW a family portrait or where they are from. When drawing, ask them to include details, color, and to explain to you what's happening in the picture!

Mark your Calendars

Order forms were sent home in backpacks! We will have extra in the main office if you need another one. ALL students will have their photos taken on Picture Day. A paid order is not necessary. To order online, you need the following information when you visit my.lifetouch.com and create an account.

Lincoln International Studies School

Picture Day: October 2, 2025 (EVTZ6WJN7)

Each week, teachers have the opportunity to nominate a student from their classroom to be recognized as the ROAR Student of the Week! These students are chosen for being leaders and following the school-wide expectations of being responsible, on-task, always caring, and respectful. ROAR Students of the Week recieve a ribbon to wear for the day and have their pictures added to the board in the main hallway of the school. So far this year, 42 students have been recognized for their outstanding leadership in grades K-5!

The WMU Math Department invites you to the Kalamazoo Math Carnival, an event with a range of fun and engaging activities meant to appeal to students in grades K-8 and their families and caregivers. Parents, older siblings, younger siblings, other family members, and caregivers are invited. It is not a drop-off event. The carnival will be held at Sangren Hall on the WMU campus on Saturday November 8 from 3 to 5 pm. Onsite parking for the event is available outside of Sangren Hall and free of charge. Free snacks will be provided! Pre-registration is encouraged so that we can accurately plan for snacks and materials.

Pre-register HERE for the Kalamazoo Math Carnival

For Your Information

Registration for the 2nd and 3rd grade division is open now. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
Registration closes on Oct 24 (ABSOLUTELY NO PLAYERS WILL BE ADDED AFTER THAT DATE)
Paper forms are available at our office. Also, you can see Mr. B.
Practices are slated to begin on Monday Oct 6 from 3:10-5:00. There will be a parent meeting from 5:00-5:30 pm. All parents of players are expected to attend.
Games begin on Saturday Nov 1
Games will be played at Mt. Zion Church and Centerpoint Church

Click HERE to register ONLINE

Thank you, First Day Shoe Fund

A heartfelt thank you to the First Day Shoe Fund for providing shoes to 222 students at no cost. This initiative ensures all students feel included, and we are excited that a few remaining pairs will be delivered early this week. Thank you for your ongoing support in making Lincoln a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow.