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Research has found that the most effective way to cultivate joy in our lives is to practice gratitude. By practicing gratitude, we focus more on the positive parts of our lives which in turn helps us to feel joyful more often.

When I think about what I am grateful for so many things on my list come from becoming a member of the LNES school community. Here are a just a few...

• smiles, high fives, and hugs from students who are happy to be at school
• staff who love what they do and share that passion each day
• families who are supportive and engaged in so many ways
• pride in ourselves and each other
• kindness and respect that fills our building and makes us all feel like we belong
• commitment to our shared mission – win small, win often, all day, every day
• being afforded the privilege to serve as your principal - it is both an awesome responsibility and one of the most rewarding ways to spend each day!

Hoping you have many things to be grateful for in the month ahead!

Yours in education,

Michele Baisey

• November 10: Report cards distributed
• November 12: Multicultural Night 5 - 7pm (flier below)
• November 13: Chorus Winter Concert 6:30 - 8pm
• November 26 - 28: No school; Thanksgiving Break

NEW THIS MONTH - Each grade level has created their own newsletters! Instead of linking the monthly standards, we will now include a link to each newsletter. These newsletters are also sent every two weeks directly from teachers via Talking Points. If you need a paper copy of the newsletter, please contact your child's teacher.

Use the link below to see each grade level's academic standards and assessments schedule:

Academic Standards and Assessments

Our students are offered breakfast and lunch every day. Click the links below for this month's menu. For more information about FCPS food and nutrition, visit the FCPS nutrition website.

• Breakfast (English)
• Breakfast (Spanish)
• Lunch (English)
• Lunch (Spanish)

The Community Schools Rental Assistance Program (CSRAP) provides families and students enrolled in FCPS Community Schools (including Lincoln) with emergency financial assistance if they are at risk of eviction, losing housing, or are already experiencing homelessness and need help securing a new rental unit. Check the fliers for more details and contact our Community School Coordinator at Crosby.Blair@fcps.org with any questions.

CSRAP flier (English)

CSRAP flier (Spanish)

We're excited to announce that we've partnered with an organization called "All For Lunch" to help keep our school lunch debt free. 100% of tax-deductible donations will go directly towards eliminating debt and donors receive an automated receipt through email. Please help us spread the word!

https://allforlunch.org/LincolnESmd/

We understand many families may be facing food insecurity at this time. We've compiled a list of local food banks to assist. Email our community liaison at Diana.Galaviz@fcps.org or our Community School Coordinator at Crosby.Blair@fcps.org if your family is in need of assistance.

To recognize and to congratulate those students that have achieved academically during the first quarter, we will hold Award Ceremonies in the cafeteria next week. Students may earn a variety of awards:

• Gold (All A's with a maximum of one B)
• Silver (All A's and B's with a maximum of one C)
• Habits of Learning
• Perseverance
• Learning Mindset
• Social Responsibility
• Self Advocacy

Parents and family members will be invited to these ceremonies during Quarter 4.

Current Attendance Rates

• Whole School: 95% (The FCPS goal is 96%)
• PreK: 93.7%
• Kindergarten: 93.8%
• First: 95.1%
• Second: 96.4%
• Third: 94.5%
• Fourth: 95.4%
• Fifth: 95.4%

Current Chronic Absence Rate: 15.7% (Our school goal is to be lower than 15%)

Regular school attendance is important for a student's academic and behavioral success. We need your help! Please make sure your child is coming to school regularly unless they are sick. Per FCPS policy, anytime a student is absent, the school must receive written documentation from the guardian and/or medical provider. Written communication can be in the form of an email, a Talking Points message, or a hand written note. Our ratings on the Maryland School Report Card are heavily impacted by our attendance rates. Reach out to our Community School Coordinator at Crosby.Blair@fcps.org with any attendance questions or needs.

C. Burr Artz Library monthly program: November

November 17: Frederick High Track Team fundraiser @ Roy Rodgers (1240 W Patrick) from 5 - 8pm
November 19: Harvest of Hope Turkey Distribution @ Harry Grove Stadium 11 - 4pm

November 22: Free Turkey Distribution @ Asbury Church 2 - 4pm (flier below)

November 26: Thanksgiving Dinner @ Asbury Church 2 - 6pm (flier below)

2025 Holiday Community Resource Guide

Did you know that our students can be nominated for a positive referral each month? Students that demonstrate consistent good behavior and/or exhibit any of our habits of learning (self-advocating, practicing social responsibility, demonstrating perseverance and having a learning mindset) celebrate with an extra recess at the end of each month. We had 126 students nominated in October. Each student that is nominated also receives a certificate to take home. Great job!

Family and community members interested in volunteering should begin the volunteer process by visiting the FCPS Volunteer Webpage linked below. Applicants will be directed to:

1. Complete a registration form.
2. Complete a training module on Unified Talent.
3. Await school approval on application.
4. Sign-up for volunteer opportunities facilitated by individual schools.

*Complete ONE registration form only per person. Additional school selections may be added after original approval. Please note: To avoid delays, you must complete the registration form and training using the exact same full name and email address each time. Do not use nicknames, abbreviations, hyphen variations, or alternate spellings or email addresses.

The volunteer registration and training process is completed annually for each school year. Volunteers must complete the process before being signed up for volunteer opportunities, including chaperoning a field trip. FCPS encourages family and community members interested in volunteering to complete the process early as processing times can vary.

*All events are from 5 - 7pm unless otherwise noted*

November 12: Multicultural Night

January 8: STEM Night

February 12: AttenDANCE

March 17: Encore Night

April 2: Lincoln Night (at Frederick High School, 5:30 - 7:30pm)

May 29: Panther Party

Be a part of our PAC to help us improve our school environment and our learning community! Our next meeting is Thursday, December 4th from 5-6:30pm. ALL PARENTS AND GUARDIANS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND! Please email Crosby.Blair@fcps.org to RSVP.

Meet the school counseling team: The “Super Support Squad”

• Mrs. Groveman (Counselor) grades 3-5 Tiffany.Groveman@fcps.org

• Mrs. Quill (Counselor) grades PreK-2 Heather.Quill@fcps.org

• Ms. Dodson (Behavior Support Specialist) Heather.Dodson@fcps.org

• Ms. Cody (Behavior Support Specialist) Amanda.Cody@fcps.org

Gratitude is good for our brain and body! Please join us in celebrating intentional gratitude during the month of November. Brain science indicates that intention thoughts and acts of gratitude can actually increase overall mental and physical well-being. We are excited to share the S3 November SEL Video Library that teachers will be sharing with students this month. You can click HERE for an article with more information to extend these activities at home.

A special note that Lincoln will be joining FCPS in recognizing World Kindness Day on Thursday, November 13th.

Student health cards need to be completed every year. If you have not completed your child’s health card this year please complete and return to the health room as soon as possible.

Steps to Stop the Spread of Germs

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• If you are sick stay home from school
• Cover your cough and sneezes
• Wash hands often with soap and water. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
• Get a flu vaccine

If your child experiences any of the following symptoms listed below please keep them home from school

• Fever over 100 within the last 24 hours (must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication before returning to school)
• Vomiting/diarrhea within the last 24 hours
• Rash
• Red, itchy, crusty eyes or any drainage from eyes

As the season of thankfulness arrives, November is the perfect time to slow down and appreciate the people and moments that bring joy to our lives. Practicing gratitude together as a family not only builds stronger connections but also helps children develop empathy, optimism, and resilience. Small, everyday moments—like sharing a meal, laughing together, or noticing something beautiful outside—can become powerful reminders of what truly matters. Creating simple gratitude traditions can make this month feel extra meaningful and set the tone for the holiday season ahead.

Tip of the Month: Building Gratitude

• Three Good Things – At dinner, or bedtime have everyone share three positive moments from their day.
• Gratitude Jar – Write thankful notes throughout the month, then read them together at the end of November.
• Model Gratitude – Show your child how you notice little things (“I’m thankful for this cozy weather” or “I appreciate how you helped your brother”).
• Express Thanks to Others – Encourage simple acts of appreciation, like making thank-you cards for teachers, coaches, bus drivers or relatives.
• Gratitude Walk – Take a walk and name things you’re grateful for in nature or in your community.

Resource: Greater Good Science Center – Research on gratitude and well-being.

Contact Info: Jamie Udaka, PhD; School Psychologist (Itsuko.udaka@fcps.org)

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Please reach out if you have any questions/concerns/needs... whatever it takes - we're here to help!

Lots of Lincoln Love!

Email: Crosby.Blair@fcps.org
Website: https://education.fcps.org/lnes/home
Location: 200 Madison Street, Frederick, MD
Phone: 227.203.1580