Lincoln Lions Family Newsletter

Dear Lincoln Families,

"Parents can make a big difference in their child's education by being involved, asking questions, and supporting learning at home." National Education Association

This week, teachers will be finishing beginning of year assessments with your children in Reading and Math. The test we use to measure reading achievement in grades K-5 is called Fastbridge. Your child's teacher will discuss assessment results and ways you can support their ongoing learning at home during upcoming parent-teacher conferences. Conferences will take place in November, but if you have concerns or questions, reach out to your child's teacher via email or using the messaging feature in MyPowerHub.

Parents, you should feel encouraged and empowered to continue to advocate for your children. Whenever you have questions or concerns don't hesitate reaching out to the classroom teachers, support staff, or myself.

Respectfully,

Mrs. Roberts 🤎

Lincoln Principal

robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net

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, My Papi Has a Motorcycle, by clicking the Youtube video below.

2. Ask your child to TALK to you about 3 places the main character and Papi visit as they ride through their city on his motorcycle.

3. WRITE or DRAW about a place they like visiting here in Kalamazoo. When writing encourage complete sentences that begin with capital letters and end with proper punctuation. 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.

Our goal this year is to ensure that every student attends school regularly. Being present 90-100% of the time is the goal! Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Families play a key role in making sure students get to school safely every day.

MONDAY is the day for NEW SHOES! Students who brought back forms to receive a brand new pair of shoes to begin the year will be fitted and bring their shoes home tomorrow, September 22nd. I would like to extend a warm shout out to Mr. B, our Communities In Schools Daytime Program Coordinator, for all of his hard work to organize this opportunity for our students.

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