Lincoln Family Newsletter

We’re pleased to share our attendance data for November, which highlights several positive trends across grade levels. Overall, most grades showed strong attendance, with several improving compared to last year.

Kindergarten led the way with the highest attendance this month, reaching just over 95%, a noticeable increase from November 2024. Third and Second grades also performed well, both remaining above 93%. While a few grades—such as Fourth and Fifth—were slightly below their 2024 levels, they still maintained solid attendance rates around 92–93%.

As a whole, Lincoln’s schoolwide attendance for November 2025 was slightly higher than last year. We appreciate the efforts families make each day to ensure students are present and ready to learn. Consistent attendance truly supports academic success, and we’re grateful for your partnership in keeping our students on track!

If you have any questions or need support with attendance, please reach out—we’re here to help.

Dear Families,

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our buses safe and positive for all students. Riding the bus is an extension of the school day, and following expectations helps ensure every child arrives safely.

This year, some of our buses have experienced delays due to behaviors such as standing on seats or excessive noise. These interruptions not only slow down the route but also create safety concerns for students and the driver.

Please take a moment to review the following expectations with your child:

• Stay seated while the bus is moving.

• Use a safe, calm voice.

• Follow the driver’s directions right away.

• Be kind and use respectful language at all times.

By working together, we can make sure every student enjoys a safe, respectful, and smooth ride to and from school. Thank you for your partnership in reinforcing these expectations at home.

Thanks to generous donations from Idaho News 6 employees and the Scripps Howard Foundation, every student at Lincoln Elementary School recently got to pick out five free books at a special book fair.

We understand that when you see your child playing at recess, you may want to stop and say hello. While this is completely understandable, it does create a safety concern. Our playground staff do not always know which adults are parents, and which are not. When the playground staff have to stop to check, it takes their attention away from supervising students.

If you would like to visit with your child during the school day, we are happy to help set that up. Please stop by the front office to check in.

Thank you for helping us keep all students safe.

We know that times can be challenging, and we want to make sure every family has access to the support they need. Our school counselor has put together a list of local programs that offer free food and meal support for families.

Please click the link below to view the list:

Thank you to all of the families who could join us to celebrate Thanksgiving at Lincoln.

All students eat breakfast and lunch for FREE!

Breakfast starts at 7:35 a.m. Please make sure your child arrives with enough time to eat so they aren't late for class.

December

• December19th: Early Release, Dismissal at 12:45 pm
• December 22nd - January 5th: Winter Break, No School

January

• January 6th: School Resumes
• January 7th: PBIS Tier 1 Meeting, 3:10 - All parents are welcome
• January 21st: PBIS Tier 1 Meeting, 3:10 - All parents are welcome
• January 21st: Family Dance, 5:30 - 7:00

If you’d like to volunteer at Lincoln Elementary—whether it’s reading to kids, helping on field trips, assisting on the playground, or supporting classroom parties—you must complete the TFSD volunteer form first. Please use the button below to fill out the form. This form needs to be completed every three years. It usually takes a few days to process, so please submit the form a few days before your planned volunteer activity to ensure you’re cleared in time. If you’re unsure whether you’re already on the list or if it’s time for you to update your form, call the office at (208) 733-1321, and we can check for you.

Our Lincoln PTO does a lot of great things to make our school fun and exciting! They help with events like holiday parties, family nights, and they even plan a big block party. They also help with classroom activities and fundraisers. We’d love for you to join in and help out by using the signup button below. The PTO also has monthly meetings after school where you can learn more about supporting our Lincoln community and share your ideas. We’ll let you know the dates for these meetings once they’re set. Getting involved helps make our school a better place for everyone!