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.

As we move into October this week, we are beginning the 5th 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.

Teachers and support staff have been writing positive referrals to highlight positive student behavior. So far this year, 110 positive referrals have been emailed home! Thank you for your support with promoting ROAR behavior.

We recognized ROAR Students of the Week on September 25th. If your student came home wearing a ribbon it was because their teacher nominated them for being leaders in the classroom by modeling the ROAR expectations of being Responsible, On-Task, Always Caring, and Respectful! Please see the graphic below for all student names. Teachers will nominate 1-2 students each week throughout the year. Check out the names below!

Last week we conducted our first fire drill of the year. We were able to evacuate in 2 minutes and 35 seconds. All students did a great job following their teacher's instructions and drill expectations.

If you have any questions or concerns I can always be reached via email or you can call the main office to schedule an in-person appointment. As a Detroit native, the Lions are playing in the background as I prepare for the week ahead. Enjoy your Sunday and let's have a wonderful week.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Roberts

🤎Lincoln Principal

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 8, 2026

Count Day

• Date: This Wednesday, October 7th.
• 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 excused.

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, Lauren Kannegeiter at kannegieterlk@kalamazoopublicschools.net, and your child's teacher to excuse their absences.

Join us for a night of literacy focused family fun! We start the night with a meal and then we engage in literacy activities that focus on building confident and curious readers. Each session families leave with a new book to add to their at-home library and practical strategies to work with their young readers. Open to the first 20 families who register through RSVP.

October 7th: Meet Author Emmy Kastner Book: "So Tortoise Dug" (Art and Writing Connection)

October 21st: Learn About Reptiles with the Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary (Science and Reading)

RSVP with Ms. Jen at jshea@kzooymca.org

or

Ms. Roberts at robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net

On Fridays our 4th graders lead Pickle Sales and PTO provides popcorn as a school fundraiser for student activities! Popcorn and Pickles are $2.

Orders must be placed by September 30th!

Sept 24th-First Day Shoe Fund Distribution

Oct. 8th--School Picture Day

Oct. 20 PreK-12; no students

Oct. 30 PreK-12 half day; records day 11:20 Dismissal

Nov. 5. K-8 half day 11:20 Dismissal

Nov. 6 K-5 half day 11:20 Dismissal

Nov 10--Picture Retake Day

Nov. 13 PreK-5; no students

Nov. 25-Nov 27 Thanksgiving Break; all buildings closed

Dec. 9 PreK-12; no students

Dec. 21 - Jan. 1 Winter Break

Email: robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net
Website: http://lincoln.kalamazoopublicschools.com/
Location: 912 North Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Phone: 269-337-0640