NEWS FROM THE PPT (PROGRAM PLANNING TEAM)

Welcome to the 2011-12 school year! For those new to Lincoln, PPT stands for Program Planning Team. The PPT is made up of parents/guardians, staff representatives, and the principal. You will be glad to know that all parents/guardians are members of the PPT simply because your child attends Lincoln.

The PPT is responsible for organizing a variety of social events, for raising funds to support academic enrichment opportunities, and for encouraging active parent/guardian involvement. We want you to feel welcomed and informed about the happenings at Lincoln. For example, one of the first big PPT events of the fall is Lincoln’s annual Auction. This is Lincoln’s primary fundraiser, and its success directly benefits Lincoln’s students. PPT meetings also provide opportunities for parents to learn more about some of Lincoln’s programs like InSciEd Out and Study Island.

However, in order for our PPT to be successful, we need you. We invite you to be a participating member of the Lincoln community by attending PPT meetings when you can. All are welcome! The meetings are held the fourth Monday of the month in Lincoln’s Media Center. The meetings begin promptly at 7:00 pm and last about an hour.

You can find more information about the PPT and other Lincoln happenings in the following places:
• The LincolnLincs online newsletter at www.lincolnlincs.blogspot.com
• The Lincoln Parent E-files electronic newsletter
• The Family Folder you will receive at the Meet the Teacher Information Fair
• The PPT website at http://www.rochester.k12.mn.us/school97/ppt

If the PPT can answer any questions or concerns about Lincoln, please let us know. We are here to help. We look forward to seeing you at the Meet the Teacher Information Fair and Back to School Picnic on August 31st.

Sincerely,
Chris Harmon PPT Co-President 282-7366 chharmon@rochester.k12.mn.us
Joscelyn Martin PPT Co-President 261-2716 jrkm911@gmail.com