Lincoln Lions Family Newsletter
October 26, 2025
Dear Lincoln Families,
Can you believe this is the last week of October? This month was filled with classroom learning, teacher professional development, field trips and special events at school. Check out some of the photos below.
This week Monday-Friday we will celebrate Spirit Week. Each day students are invited to celebrate school spirit in a different way. Please refer to the flyer attached. There is a half day of school for students on Friday, October 31st. Friday afternoon is Records Day for teachers to finish preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for Movember 3rd-5th, 3:30-7:30 pm..
Please be sure that we have updated contact information for you in Powerschool so that you receive accurate information and communication from our staff. Contact onformation includes phone numbers, home and email addresses, and emergency contacts. This can be done in person or over the phone by calling 269-337-0640 to reach our office secretaries.
Thank you for working with us in support of your child's education.
Respectfully,
Mrs. Roberts 🤎
Lincoln Principal
Parent-Teacher Conferences Are Upcoming!
100% Conference Participation is the Goal
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for November 3rd-5th, 3:30-7:30 pm. Please check your child's backpack for conference forms with your scheduled day and time.Parent-Teacher Conferences are an opportunity for teachers to discuss:
Highlights & Celebrations of what your child does well
Data - current progress in academic and behavior goals
Student Improvement Plans
FastBridge Assessment Reports
4th & 5th Grade M-STEP Parent Reports
Student-Parent-Teacher Compacts
Family Health Center Mobile Dental and Health Clinics
We Need you to Sign-up TODAY!
In order for mobile units to visit Lincoln to accomodate our students' needs, we need you to sign-up online! https://form.jotform.com/231327122384146
Our Medical Health Unit is a 40-foot-long, 300-square-foot clinic that provides sports physicals, immunizations, well-child visits, etc., for adults and children. The unit was funded through a generous grant from The Learning Network of Greater Kalamazoo and can provide service to community members anywhere in Kalamazoo County.
Family Health Center’s Mobile Dental Unit is a 40-foot-long, 300-square-foot clinic that provides screenings, cleanings, fluoride application, etc., for adults and children. Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services generously donated the unit, which now serves as an extension of FHC’s dental health division. The Mobile Dental Unit can serve community members anywhere in Kalamazoo County.
Lincoln Learning Highlights
4th Grade Field Trip to Kalamazoo Nature Center
4th Grade Field Trip to Kalamazoo Nature Center
4th Grade Field Trip to Kalamazoo Nature Center
Reptiles and Reading Night in the Library
Reptiles and Reading Night in the Library
Reptiles and Reading Night in the Library
Author Isabel Estrada Visits Mrs. Herzig's Students
Learning with Ms. O., Lincoln Paraprofessional
Learning with Ms. Terry, Lincoln Tutor
Math Family Carnival
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.
Around the World Wellness Fair
Mark Your Calendars
Important Dates to Remember
Oct. 31 PreK-12 half day; records day 11:24 Dismissal
Nov.4 Picture Retake Day
Nov. 6 K-8 half day 11:24 Dismissal
Nov. 7 K-5 half day 11:24 Dismissal
Nov. 14 PreK-5; No Students
Nov. 26 Nov. 27 & 28 Thanksgiving Break; all buildings closed
Dec. 10 PreK-12; no students
Dec. 22 - Jan. 2 Winter Break