Lincoln Lions Family Newsletter

January 13, 2025

A Message From Principal Roberts

Dear Lincoln Families,

Thank you for a smooth transition back into learning last week. I have a few updates to share with you all.

Half Day Reminder

This Wednesday, January 15th, we have a half day! Dismissal will be at 11:24 AM. We will serve students lunch before they leave.

Save the Date Info Below

Make sure to check out our below save the date information. It includes information on upcoming 5th grade orchestra concert, future grade level music performances, literacy night, and more You can mark your calendars to help prepare if you want to attend and we will send more detailed info as the dates get closer.

4th & 5th Grade Basketball Parent Meetings

Coach Burrel wants you to know there will be a Parent Meeting following the girls basketball practice Monday (1/13) from 5 to 5:30 p.m. and following the boys practice Wednesday (1/15) 5 to 5:30 p.m. A Premier Athletics representative will be there to assist with registration and scholarships. Registration ends Friday, January 17th.

I hope everyone had a great weekend! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Respectfully,

Principal Dionna Roberts

robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net

(269) 337-0640

Lincoln Young Artists Spotlight

We are so excited to recognize some of our talented Lincoln students! On January 21st, fifteen of our Lincoln artists will be featured in a special art show at the KVCC campus located downtown.

This art show will showcase incredible artwork from students at Spring Valley, Lincoln, and Parkwood-Upjohn. It’s a unique opportunity that is not offered every year, making this event even more special!

Event Details:

- Opening Reception: January 21st

- Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

- Location: KVCC Campus, Downtown

Congratulations, Lincoln Student Artists!
Ohnny West
Chris Gafishi
Marilyn Salazar-Asbeury
Manar Alkhalid
Ryiesha Carter
Alessandra Martinez
Gabriel Ray
Anthony Gomez Vail
Fabiola Padilla Ojeda
Nayliah Foster
Ophelia Blake-Beach
Tyree Garrett
Jamal Alfjr
Asra Yusufi
Suna Khel

Please join me in congratulating and celebrating our student artists. I hope to see you all at the show!

From Mr. Tofiq Orchestra Teacher

Hello 5th Grade Orchestra Families!

The 5th Grade combined Winter Concert will be held at Chenery Auditorium on February 12th, 2025 at 6:30 pm. Please make sure the following details are in your calendars now so that you are able to ensure that you student is at this amazing event!

Date: Thursday, February 12th

Time: 6:30 pm - 5:45 arrival time

Location: Chenery Auditorium - Enter through Dutton Street doors

Dress Code: "Dress to Impress"

Admission: Admission is free, so please invite your whole family

We hope to see you all there!

-Ahmed Tofiq

Lincoln Orchestra Teacher

tofiqak@kalamazoopublicschools.net

Take a Look. It's In a Book!

Lincoln's At-Home Reading Challenge (January-March)

A big shout-out to these readers who are flexing their reading muscles and inspiring others to do the same! Last week was the first week of the challenge and 7 students and their grownups sent in photos of their reading and writing for at least 20-minutes at home after school.

How to Participate in the At-Home Reading Challenge:

Read a book to your child, with your child, OR listen to them read to you!
Snap a photo of your child reading or snap a selfie of you reading together!
Write 3-5 sentences that tell others about what was read, what you learned, and/or why liked it!
Email your photo and sentences to Mrs. Roberts at robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net
Your words and photos will be shared (with your consent) in our weekly newsletters.
Every night of reading/writing, and photos earns your family an entry into a drawing to win a Family Fun theme basket each month (January-March)!