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• Thursday, October 29, 2026 - Halloween Parade - 10:00 a.m.
• Thursday, October 29, 2026 - Trunk or Treat - 5:30 p.m.
• Friday, October 30, 2026 - NO SCHOOL! Staff Professional Development
• Tuesday, November 3, 3036 - Election Day - Please Vote!
• Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - PTO Meeting - 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Veteran's Day Celebration - Look for more info soon!
• Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Picture Retake Day
• Tueday, November 24, 2026 - End of First Trimester
• Wednesday, November 25 - November 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving Break - Happy Thanksgiving!!

Student safety is our top priority! Please remember that students should not be dropped off and left unattended before the school doors open. This past week, we have had students running up and down the sidewalk near the car line while waiting for the doors to open. This creates a safety concern with vehicles entering and exiting the drop-off area.

If you arrive before the doors open and your child gets out of the vehicle, you must exit your vehicle and remain outside with your child until the doors open. Please do not leave your child waiting alone.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep all of our Bricksters safe during morning arrival.

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a safe start to every school day!

At Brick Elementary, we know that strong schools are built through strong partnerships between families, staff, and our community. The Men of Lincoln program provides an opportunity for men to get involved in our schools in a simple, meaningful way and make a positive impact on our students.

One of the ways Men of Lincoln supports our school is by helping with morning parent drop-off on the second Monday of each month at Brick Elementary. Volunteers greet students and families as they arrive, help create a welcoming atmosphere, and assist staff as needed during the first few minutes of the school day.

You don't have to commit to volunteering every week or take on a big responsibility. Sometimes, a friendly face, a warm greeting, and a few minutes of your time can make a world of difference!

We would love to have more fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other male role models join us. Whether you can volunteer regularly or occasionally, your involvement matters!

Interested in joining Men of Lincoln? Please reach out to Jason Moore via email at moorej@lincolnk12.org to learn more about the program and how you can get involved.

Let's work together to show our students that their community cares about them and their success. Many hands make light work, and together we can make Brick an even more welcoming place for everyone!

Thank you for supporting our Bricksters! ❤️

At Brick Elementary, we want every family to feel welcomed, valued, and connected to our school community. One way we can continue to grow and improve is by hearing directly from YOU!

We are asking all families to complete our Climate and Culture Survey by October 29th. Your feedback helps us understand what we are doing well and where we have opportunities to improve. It gives us valuable insight into your experiences, your child's sense of belonging, communication between home and school, and the overall learning environment at Brick.

Our goal is to ensure that every student feels safe, supported, engaged, and excited to come to school each day. To do that, we need your honest feedback and perspective!

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Every voice matters, and we want to hear from every Brick family. Together, we can continue making Brick Elementary the best it can be for our students!

You can scan the QR code with your phone or you can click on the picture and it will take you to the survey. PLEASE COMPLETE BY OCTOBER 29TH.

Thank you for partnering with us! ❤️

This week, we are excited to shine our staff spotlight on Mr. Brett Weaver, our Physical Education teacher! Brett has been part of Lincoln Consolidated Schools for many years and has made a lasting impact on generations of students.

One special connection that makes his story even more meaningful is that Mr. Weaver taught Mrs. Priest’s older children and is now teaching her grandchildren! What a wonderful example of the lasting relationships educators build and the impact they have on families over the years.

We are fortunate to have Mr. Weaver as part of the Brick Elementary team. His years of experience and connection to the Lincoln community are a special part of our school's story. Thank you, Mr. Weaver, for the many years you have dedicated to helping our students learn, grow, and stay active!

We are proud to have you as a Brickster! 🏃‍♀️🏀

We are getting ready for a spooktacular night at Brick, but we still need more candy donations and have just 9 trunk-or-treat spots left to fill! Can you help us make this event a success?

Get those costumes ready! 👻🍬 Join us for Brick Elementary’s Trunk-or-Treat for an evening of Halloween fun with our Brick families!

Thursday, October 29, 2026

5:30–6:30 p.m.
Brick Elementary — Parent Drop-Off Loop

Here’s how you can help:

Decorate a Trunk: We have only 9 trunk-or-treat spots remaining! Sign up to decorate your vehicle and pass out treats. Prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place in our best-decorated trunk contest.

Volunteer: Lend a hand to help make this a fun and memorable evening for our Bricksters!

Donate Candy: We are in need of MORE CANDY DONATIONS! Every donation helps us provide a fun and festive experience for our students. Please drop off donations at the Brick Elementary office.

Sign up to decorate a trunk or volunteer: CLICK ON THE PICTURE

We can’t wait to celebrate Halloween with our Brick families! 🎃🦇👻

Our October Brick Buck Cart was a fantastic success! Students loved shopping for prizes with the Brick Bucks they earned by demonstrating our school expectations:

Be Respectful • Be Responsible • Be Safe • Be Kind

It was wonderful to see our Bricksters excited to shop and celebrate their positive choices! However, we have run low on supplies and would appreciate help restocking the cart with new and exciting prize options for November.

Shop our Amazon Wish List:
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Thank you for supporting Brick PTO, keeping our Brick Buck Cart stocked, and helping us celebrate our Bricksters for making positive choices! Every donation makes a difference.

At Brick Elementary, we truly believe that many hands make light work! The more people who get involved, the more we can accomplish for our students. ❤️

We would love to see more families participate in our PTO! You don't have to commit to everything—even a little of your time can make a BIG difference in our school community.

Please join us for our next virtual PTO meeting on November 10th at 7:30 p.m! We have several exciting events coming up and will need volunteers to help make them successful.

Your ideas, your time, and your involvement matter. Together, we can create amazing experiences for our Bricksters!

PLEASE CLICK THE PICTURE TO JOIN OUR MEETING!!

We hope to see you there!

Our Halloween Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 29! We’re excited to celebrate with our students and families!

A few important reminders:

• Parade Route: This year, we will begin near the Senior Center and travel in a counterclockwise direction. We will return to the building through the main office doors.

• Costumes: Students should NOT wear their costumes to school. Please send costumes in a bag, and students will have time to change once they are settled in their classrooms.

• Masks: For safety reasons, students may not wear masks during the parade.

• Families Welcome! Parents and families are welcome and encouraged to come watch the parade from along the parade route. We love having you join in the fun!

• Rain Plan: If it rains, we will not hold the parade outdoors.

We look forward to a fun-filled Halloween celebration with our Brick team! 👻🎃

Elementary Spooky Stroll will take place on Friday, October 23rd from 5:30 - 7pm

Join us for this FREE Lincoln family friendly event.

Lincoln Elementary Families are Welcome to this Community Ed Event - Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Our Spooky Stroll is through a section of our beautiful cross-country course, located next to our transportation department. Community Tables & Food Trucks $

(Flyer Attached)

Donut Dash & Spooky Splitter

Saturday, October 24th

Cross Country Course on Lincoln's Campus

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Donut Dash

8:30am - 1.25 Mile Fun Run

13 years old and under

$10 each

REGISTER HERE

Spooky Splitter 5K

9:00am - 5k Run/Walk

$30 - All Ages

REGISTER HERE

Haunted Trail will take place on Monday, October 26th from 7-8:30 pm

Class Of 2028 Fundraiser Along With Lincoln Community Ed

Guided tour through a section of our beautiful cross-country course, located next to our transportation department. Community Tables & Food Trucks ($)

$5 per person

Open To Adults, Lincoln High School & Middle School Students - Must Show School Id
*Middle School Students Must Be Accompanied By An Adult

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We are also looking for donations and volunteers.

Please see links to sign-up:

Haunted Trail Donations

The Brick Food Pantry is open to all families and community members who may need additional food resources. The Pantry is open Monday–Wednesday from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Thursdays from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., and Fridays by appointment.

For questions, appointments, or to sign up for Food Gatherers, please contact Michelle Cox at 734-484-7000 ext. 7829 or coxm@lincolnk12.org. Additional food resources are also available through Food Gatherers at 734-761-2796.

NEW COMMUNITY EDUCATION WINTER PROGRAMS ARE HERE!

More Opportunities. More Fun. More Ways to Get Involved!

Lincoln Community Education is excited to announce even MORE winter programming added this week! Whether your student wants to learn new skills, build confidence, make friends, or try something new, there's something for everyone in Splitter Nation!

YOUTH BASKETBALL | Pre-K – 6th Grade

One of our BIGGEST Community Education programs is back! From Little Hoopers to our older players, there's a place for EVERY skill level! Learn basketball fundamentals, build teamwork, and have FUN in a supportive environment!

Payment plans available!

LAB TRACK CLUB | Grades 6–12

BACK THIS WINTER! Open to boys and girls in grades 6–12, LAB Track Club offers an exciting opportunity to develop track & field skills with passionate coaches in the Lincoln Athletic Building!

Practices begin November 30.

Payment plans available!

EMPOWER YOUR DIFFERENCES GIRLS CLUB | Grades 4–6

Sisterhood. Confidence. Opportunity.

NEW THIS WINTER! An empowering program focused on building confidence, friendships, and leadership through exciting experiences, including a fashion show, basketball halftime performances, Girls Night Out, and more!

$50 one-time membership fee

Registration closes November 6!

COMING SOON — LET'S MAKE A SPLASH!

More exciting opportunities are on the way!

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

Build water confidence, learn essential swimming skills, and have FUN in a safe, supportive environment!

RIPTIDES SWIM CLUB

Join our growing swim program! Develop skills, build endurance, make friends, and experience the excitement of swimming as a team!

STAY TUNED! Registration details for both aquatic programs will be announced soon!

DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FUN!

At Lincoln Community Education, we're committed to creating opportunities for ALL students to participate, connect, and grow. Our programs are about more than activities — they're about friendships, confidence, and building a stronger Lincoln community!

REGISTER NOW: www.splittercommunity.com

Check back often as we continue adding new opportunities for our Lincoln families!