Lincoln Log

Dear Abraham Lincoln Families,

We’ve reached the last full week of March, and it’s been a great one! Today, our entire school celebrated with a PBIS reward—a fun movie afternoon—to recognize students for consistently demonstrating our RAMS behaviors. We are proud of the positive choices our students continue to make each day.

Be sure to read through the rest of this newsletter for important updates and upcoming events.

As a reminder, parents should drop students off at the gate each morning. If you need to visit the office or speak with Mrs. Jerome, you are welcome to come to the building at that time. Thank you for your partnership in helping us maintain a safe and secure campus.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

~ Mrs. Ireland

At Abraham Lincoln, we take attendance seriously because consistent school attendance is directly linked to student success. We track attendance weekly and will begin sharing our monthly progress with students and staff through a visual display in the school. I will also include these updates in each newsletter so families can stay informed.

Here is our Average Daily Attendance (ADA) so far this year:

• September: 95%

• October: 92%

• November: 95%

• December: 95%

• January: 94%

• February: 91%

Our goal is to maintain 95% or higher each month, and we are excited to work together to reach it!

You can help support strong attendance by scheduling appointments outside the school day whenever possible and planning family vacations during scheduled school vacation weeks. Every day of learning matters, and we appreciate your partnership in helping our students be present, engaged, and ready to learn.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Mrs. Martin and the students from William S. Cohen for partnering with our Abe students to support reading skills throughout this year. This collaboration has been a wonderful experience for our learners, and we truly appreciate the time and effort invested.

We look forward to continuing this meaningful partnership next year!

*April 3 - End of Quarter 3

*April 8 - PTO Meeting at 5:15; School Committee Meeting at 7:00

*April 9 - Report Cards Home

*April 13-17 - Kindness Week

*April 20-24 - No School - April Break

*April 27 - Return to School

*April 29 - Spring Bus Evacuation Drill

The Bangor School Department is partnering with Smart Social, an excellent resource that helps families navigate the digital world safely and confidently. Smart Social offers free tools, videos, and tips to help parents guide children in making positive choices online and using social media responsibly.

We encourage all families to explore these resources and start conversations at home about digital safety and balance. Check it out here: Smart Social

We’re excited to share Beyond the Bell, a new podcast that takes listeners inside the heart of our schools! Each episode dives into the inspiring stories, innovative practices, and everyday moments that make our school community so special. You’ll hear from teachers, staff, community members, and experts who bring unique perspectives on education today — from school psychologists and coaches to educational leaders.

Tune in and explore what’s happening beyond the bell!
🎧 Listen here: Beyond the Bell Podcast

At the Heart of Abe, we are focused on creating a school community where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. Each day, our staff works to build strong relationships, foster a love of learning, and help students grow both academically and socially.

We are proud of the kindness, effort, and positive attitudes we see from our students, and we are grateful for the partnership we share with our families. Together, we continue to make Abe a place where everyone belongs.

Early Release dismissal is at 12:00 PM.