LINCOLN FAMILY AUCTION - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29!!!

AUCTION DETAILS　


2016 AUCTION FLYER/POSTER  (link)

Volunteer　

Signup to volunteer:  https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20f054aada623a13-2016

Additionally we will have sign-up sheets at conferences, please sign up for a slot.   The auction takes many, many volunteers.

Donate

Thank you for all of the great donations received to date. Due to popular demand, we have extended the date for items to be in the printed catalog. If items are received at school by Friday, October 14, or a detailed description emailed to calldgl@aol.com, they will be incorporated in the catalog which will be sent home with students around October 26.

Please continue sending in Classroom basket donations. All cash that will be contributed to these should be received BEFORE the MEA break.

If you need ideas or suggestions for your child's basket please contact Julie.salsman@charter.net

Attend

An auction poster is attached, and a printed copy will be coming home in your K-5 child's backpacks, AND available at conferences. Share and promote to your friends, family and co-workers.　

This is an exciting event for all ages. You must experience it to believe it!!　


BE INFORMED! FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AT LINCOLN K-8 AUCTION　


Auction Package Preview

**YOU PICK THE LINCOLN EVENT – 6 Front row seats at an upcoming Lincoln event – Concerts, Productions, Graduation, Spring Sing　

** Minnesota Wild Tickets　

**Family Getaway to Bozeman Montana　

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Space still available at the Lincoln Music & Mystery Event
　
Featuring Gabe Holmes Hypnotist, and Smash & Grab Band　

Parent event at RGCC -Thursday November 3 　

Sign up at music-mystery.eventbrite.com 

Lincoln Auction Farmer's Market

We are excited to announce this new addition to the auction, and are looking for the following donations:


Homemade canned goods
Farm eggs
Fresh produce
Fresh cut flowers
Meal starters
Cookie starters
Handmade quilts, scarves, hat and mittens
And other craft items


View and print the information flyer here:  Lincoln Auction Farmer's Market


For questions, contact Cinnamon Marxen (507-250-4527) or Jodi Kruse (507-269-6344)

Teacher Conferences Thursday the 13th and Monday the 17th

Just a quick reminder that teacher conferences for K-5 AND for Uppers are tonight and on Monday the 17th.

This is a great opportunity to show your appreciation for the staff  and a GREAT time to bring in something for your child's classroom auction basket and/or a donation for the Auction!

Here is the staff appreciation signup:
Staff Appreciation

And here is the signup for the 2016 Auction!
2016 Auction

Thank-you for all you do for Lincoln, most of all for raising such amazing kids!

Mid Quarter

It is the middle of the quarter and time for all uppers parents to do a check of Skyward.  Keep track of how your student is doing and avoid surprises at the end of the quarter.

Less than 30 days until the Lincoln Auction! Lincoln Auction - Saturday October 29th!

Q&A

Can kids come to the Auction?

Yes! Free childcare (provided by SACC employees) will be available starting at 11:30, and continue throughout the live portion of the auction.  We do ask that children be at least 6 months old, and parents remain onsite.  There will be many activities available for a small charge for school-age children including face painting, crazy hair, tattoos, and green screen fun.  Many of our middles and uppers students will be helping in various areas throughout auction day.

Will there be food at the auction?

Lincoln family owned businesses Mr. Pizza South and Great Harvest will have food available from 11:30 on.  Additionally we will have Inta Juice Smoothies, and the always popular Bake Sale!

What should I donate?

Classroom Baskets are listed below, and Julie Salsman is our contact to help parents and teachers with ideas and coordination.  Julie.salsman@charter.net

Many families donate “experiences” – Examples:  1 week stay at vacation home in Montana,  Learn to make Lefse, Learn all about Beekeeping

Or fill a basket with items your family has picked out – Everything to get Started with Hockey, All things Crafty

Or if you have a friend/family owned business Gift certificates or Sports events tickets are always popular

Please contact calldgl@aol.com if you have questions or ideas

When do donations need to be dropped off? As soon as possible!  We will be taking donations until the Friday before the event, but it really, really helps our poofing team if we receive them at least a week before.  Additionally to be in the printed catalog we need items by this Friday Oct. 7^th.

Where do I drop off donations?  In the school office. Take a receipt if you need it for your tax records.

When does the catalog come out?

All Live, Platinum and Diamond items received before October 7 will be in the print version of the catalog which will be sent home with students around the 3^rd week of October. We also have an addendum with additional items available the day of the event.

2016 Classroom Basket themes

Karmen Frana             Crayola

Lisa Robbins                Board Games

Stephanie Sirek           All American boy and girl

Andi Harmon               Gift Cards

Stephanie Koenig        Everything Legos

Kristi Beeman             Art Lovers basket

Ginelle Robertson       Tailgate Party

Carrie Graff                Chocolate and Coffee

Jason Howes                Outdoor Games / Camp Fire

Mickey Laughland       Garden Delights

Beth Napton                Everything Legos

Kim Olson                    Magic Show and Science Fun

Will Ruffin                   Vikings/Packers

Linnea Archer             Ace of Baking

Corey Dornack            Camping/Fishing

Alyse Schroeder          Dog and Cat lovers

Kyle Casper                 Car Care Repair and Wash

Andy Roth                    Fun in the Snow

SALE! Last chance for gourds!

One Day SPECIAL! Last chance to get them!

Lincoln Grown Gourds are just 2 for $1.00!

Proceeds go towards the Lincoln Auction!

Get them while they last from the office!

Welcome to Emily Plantz- MN Reading Corps Literacy Tutor!

Hi! My name is Emily Plantz! I am the new Reading Corps Literacy Tutor at Lincoln. This is my first year in Reading Corps. I am very excited to be working with kids and to be working here at Lincoln! Besides being a tutor, I am also a full-time student at RCTC. I am currently working on getting my Liberal Arts degree. I hope to eventually get a Bachelor’s in English. I have loved reading from a very young age and I can’t wait to share that love of reading with children!

Influenza Vaccine

Monday, October 10, 2016 is the date slated for Mayo Clinic/Olmstead Medical Center Influenza Vaccine Clinic for students at Lincoln.

Uppers Camping Experience

Did you know that the Lincoln Uppers (6/7/8) go camping at Whitewater State Park every fall.  They sleep in cabins, cook, learn science, and get to know the people in their class better.  It is a tradition that goes back more than 20 years. Teachers and students spend three days camping and will return Friday very tired and smelling of smoke and camp.

Influenza Vaccine

October 10, 2016 is the date slated for Mayo Clinic/Olmstead Medical Center Influenza Vaccine Clinic for students at Lincoln.

Did you order a 40th anniversary T-shirt?

If you have not received it yet, please contact Naura Webb and she will get it to you!

naurabeth@gmail.com, 507-951-1331

Music and Mystery Night!

Ticket sales have been awesome for the upcoming Music and Mystery Night!

This is a parent only event on Thursday November 3.  Here is the link for individual and group ticket sales

Music-and-mystery.eventbrite.com

Thanks to our super sponsors, 100% of all ticket proceeds benefit Lincoln!

Get your friends/family/co-workers together and sign up for a table of 10 by midnight tonite and be eligible for special “early bird” incentive drawings!

Any questions contact Donna Layton calldgl@aol.com

Lincoln Auction - Saturday October 29th!

Donations

leave in the school office -be sure to grab a donation slip if needed for tax purposes.

All teachers also have their classroom theme posted

Volunteer

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20f054aada623a13-2016

follow the online directions to quickly register for an account and find the volunteer position that appeals to you!

If any questions contact

Donna Layton calldgl@aol.com

Heidi Sonju heidisonju@gmail.com

Sara Mason  ssmason21@gmail.com

Lincoln Backpack Program:

Did you know your child can take home a backpack full of kid-friendly, nonperishable food at no charge every Thursday?  If you are interested in the Backpack Program please contact Jenny Chonis, School Social Worker at 328-3554 or jechonis@rochester.k12.mn.us for details.  

Winter Outerwear Vouchers:

It won’t be long before the snow flies!  Are you in need of winter outerwear?  Please contact Jenny Chonis, School Social Worker at 328-3554 or jechonis@rochester.k12.mn.us for a winter outerwear voucher to be used at either north/south Salvation Army stores Mondays – Saturdays.  Each family must have a voucher to participate.

LINCOLN Jr Fall Lego League 2016 (For 1st – 3rd graders) Creature Craze

Lincoln Jr. FLL 2016

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Lincoln Jr. FLL 2016 for 1st - 3rd graders Creature Craze
FOR more information contact John Kisiel: 507-208-0211 or panopticon1@yahoo.com Teams form in September and usually meet once a week October to December. Swing like a monkey, fly like a bat, or hop like a frog into the FIRST® LEGO® League Jr. CREATURE CRAZE season. Whether in zoos, on the farm, or in your own back yard, we all encounter animals in our lives. In the 2016-2017 CREATURE CRAZE Challenge, children will dive into the wonders of the animal kingdom. What will you learn about our furry, feathered, and finned friends? Each year, Lincoln FIRST LEGO League Jr. 1st-3rd grade students explore an exciting Challenge to ignite their creativity. While exploring the real-world theme, teams will use basic engineering concepts to build a model made of LEGO® elements. They will also learn to present information through a Show Me Poster. Throughout their experience, teams will operate under the FIRST LEGO League Jr. Core Values, celebrating discovery, teamwork, and Gracious Professionalism®. Learn more about International FLL at: http://www.juniorfirstlegoleague.org/2016-creature-craze-challenge

Update on Lincoln 40th Anniversary T-shirts

If you ordered a Lincoln 40th anniversary t-shirt last Spring and have not received it, please contact Naura (naurabeth@gmail.com or 507-951-1331) and Naura will get your shirt to you!  Thank you for your patience.

LAST CALL -- PPT CLASSROOM FUNDRAISER -- CONTRIBUTE AT PARENT ORIENTATION!

PPT CLASSROOM FUNDRAISER - YOUR DONATIONS ARE NEEDED!

 

The PPT is excited to welcome everyone back for another exciting school year!  We enjoyed seeing so many of you at Meet the Teacher.  Also, welcome to our new families! We are looking forward to meeting you!

 

Due to changes in district policy Lincoln teachers are no longer able to ask parents/guardians to assist with defraying the cost of various necessary classroom supplies, such as art supplies, incentives for students, supplies for InSciEdout lab, supplies for classroom projects, Clorox wipes, Kleenex and hand sanitizer, just to name a few.

 

Therefore, the Lincoln PPT has taken over the responsibility to collect donations and raise funds to cover these costs.  We need your help!  Please consider making a voluntary donation of $25.00 per child to the Lincoln PPT to help cover the costs of these classroom supplies.  Cash or checks are accepted.  Make checks payable to “Lincoln PPT” and write “PPT Classroom Fundraiser” on the memo line.  Donations can be dropped off or backpack expressed to the Lincoln office and put into the PPT school mailbox.

PPT Leadership will also be available at Parent Orientation night on September 22 to collect donations and answer any questions you may have.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

Thank you for your attention to this important change to our school, and thank you for your continued support of Lincoln students and staff.

 

Your PPT leadership team,

Jodi Kruse, PPT Co-President, jmkruse22@gmail.com, 507-269-6344

Cinnamon Marxen, Co-President, cinnamonmarxen@yahoo.com, 507-250-4527

Mindy Schroeder, PPT President Elect, mindyschroeder314@gmail.com, 507-358-8690

Karen MacLaughlin, PPT Secretary, karenhome@charter.net

Karen Anderson, PPT Treasurer, yoderanderson@yahoo.com

Music and Mystery Night!

Ticket sales have been awesome for the upcoming Music and Mystery Night!

This is a parent only event on Thursday November 3.  Here is the link for individual and group ticket sales

www.Music-and-mystery.eventbrite.com  

Thanks to our super sponsors, 100% of all ticket proceeds benefit Lincoln!

Get your friends/family/co-workers together and sign up for a table of 10 by midnight tonight and be eligible for special “early bird” incentive drawings!

Any questions contact Donna Layton calldgl@aol.com

 
Please keep in mind that we raise the funds not our kids.  Kids do not sell door to door or to parents…this is how we raise money to support all of the activities and events at Lincoln.  It takes the entire Lincoln community to make this a success – please Volunteer or Donate or Bid at the auction or attend this very fun event.  This is a great school with state of the art experiences for students – let’s keep it going

Lincoln Auction - Saturday October 29th!

Donations

leave in the school office -be sure to grab a donation slip if needed for tax purposes.

All teachers also have their classroom theme posted

2016 Lincoln Auction

Saturday, October 29

11:30 AM

New for 2016 – A farmers Market and Green Screen fun

Expanded

Platinum – Diamond and Classroom Baskets

Please keep in mind that we raise the funds not our kids.  Kids do not sell door to door or to parents…this is how we raise money to support all of the activities and events at Lincoln.  It takes the entire Lincoln community to make this a success – please volunteer or Donate or Bid at the auction.

Volunteer

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20f054aada623a13-2016

follow the online directions to quickly register for an account and find the volunteer position that appeals to you!

If any questions contact

Donna Layton calldgl@aol.com

Heidi Sonju heidisonju@gmail.com

Sara Mason  ssmason21@gmail.com

Meet Jenny Chonis, Lincoln's new Social Worker!

 

Hello, my name is Jenny Chonis and I am the new, full-time School Social Worker at Lincoln K-8 School.  School social workers are often described as the link between home, school, and the community.  School social workers are licensed by the MN Board of Social Work and the MN Department of Education.  I am here to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.  Some examples of my duties are:

      Helping identify students for special education services

      Offering support to students via individual counseling, facilitating support groups, or at times whole classroom instruction

      Providing families information about community resources

If you are interested in school social work services for your child please feel to contact me.   I am truly excited and grateful to be working with the awesome students and staff at Lincoln! 

Jenny Chonis, LSW
School Social Worker
(507) 328-3554
jechonis@rochester.k12.mn.us

Mrs Sirek’s Kindergarten Class Harvest Gourds from our school garden

Last spring the kindergarten students in Mrs Sirek’s class planted gourds for this year’s kindergarten class.  Yesterday was harvest day.  Can’t wait to see what they will do with all those gourds

PPT MEETING - Monday, September 19 - 7-8pm - Lincoln Media Center

Welcome to the new school year from the PPT!  PPT is Lincoln's parent/teacher organization.


Please join us as we welcome Lincoln's new Reading Specialist, Courtney Collins!  Courtney will present information about Lincoln's leveled reading program, how best to help your child, and other reading tips for all student reading levels.


Plus, learn about exciting PPT events planned for this Fall and beyond, including ways you can get involved in this year's Lincoln Family Auction.


All Lincoln parents, guardians and staff are welcome.


Questions!  Please contact PPT President Jodi Kruse, at jmkruse22@gmail.com or 281-1613.

Flu Clinics This Fall

Preventing disease and keeping our children healthy is a priority for all of us. One of the best ways to protect our children is by vaccinating them against known illnesses.  Schools can play an important role to keep our children healthy and stop the spread of the flu.  That’s why Lincoln K-8 has partnered with a team of nurses from Olmsted Medical Center, Mayo Clinic, and public health to offer the flu vaccine to students this fall. 

National experts are recommending against anyone getting the nasal spray this year. All school and local medical clinics will only provide the injection. The school flu program will provide non-medication pain relief for children.

Lincoln’s  flu clinic will be on Monday October 10^th in the afternoon.    Registration is required and can be completed through the registration link at http://www.semnic.org/schoolfluclinics.aspx. Online registration is preferred. Paper registration forms are also available in the main office. Registration closing dates are available on school at the above link and on school’s website. This is a fast, easy, and convenient way to keep our children, our school, and our community healthy throughout the year.  We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this important opportunity.  Questions can be directed to 293-4800 or emailed to schoolflu@mayo.edu.

Summer Reading Ice Cream Celebration

Friday September 9th :
See following link

http://lincoln.rochester.k12.mn.us/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?itemId=28227522

Something new this year for our Lincoln Parents! An evening of Music and Mystery!

Music and Mystery event Thursday Nov. 3^rd. 

Individual tickets and tables of 10 available!

Gather your friends and co-workers AND sign-up by September 15^th for special incentives!

music-and-mystery.eventbrite.com

Lincoln Spirit Wear!

 Show your support of Lincoln and advertise your "Lincoln Family"!

 https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/157074a460af14e6?projector=1

School Age Child Care (SACC) September 2016

For anyone who is interested and hasn't signed up yet. Here is the info for School Age Child Care :

 

School Age Child Care

Lincoln – September, 2016

https://rochester.thatscommunityed.com

Welcome Back! (And a few changes to the back to school supply list)

Welcome Back to Lincoln! 
And welcome to all the new families joining our Lincoln "family"!

We look forward to an exciting year ahead and can't wait to see everyone at Meet the Teacher day on Thursday!

Here are a few corrections to the school supply lists. (The paper version that you received in the Lincs didn't contain a few items) 

For the correct list of school supplies, please see the following:
Lincoln K-8 Districtwide Supply List, August 2016


For your reference, the corrections per grade are as follows:

Kindergarten:
2 boxes of crayons, 24 count (not just 1)
8 glue sticks (not just 4)
4 THIN dry erase markers (not wide)
5 solid colored poly plastic folders with 3pring fasteners (1 green, 1 blue, 1 red, 1 black, 1 yellow)
         (rather than just 4 folders)
1 set of child sized headphones

1st Grade Primaries:
Wide Washable Markers, 8 count
1 box crayons, 24 count
Personal earbuds/headphone for I-pad use
Optional:
            Facial Tissue
            Disinfecting Wipes

2nd/3rd Grade Middles:
Composition Notebook (3rd grade only)
You don't need a stylus for I-pads
Disinfecting Wipes

4th/5th Grade -Intermediates:
Only 3 colored folders are needed: in red, yellow, green (not blue)
Only 2 notebooks, wide lined: in yellow, green
1 Composition notebook
You do NOT need loose leaf paper,
Post it Notes, 3x3 (5 pack)
Post it Flags, (100-count pack)
Optional:
            Headphones for I-pad use
            Facial Tissue
            Disinfecting Wipes

6th, 7th, 8th grade -Uppers:

Science: 
1 - 1 subject notebook, green
1 folder, green
Dry erase Markers
Headphones or Earbuds for I-pads

Math:
Scientific calculator (TI-30 preferred)
1 notebook (not a 3-ring binder with loose leaf paper)

PPT CLASSROOM FUNDRAISER –YOUR DONATIONS ARE NEEDED!

It's a busy week with Meet the Teacher on Thursday, but please consider this important donation request.

Due to a change in district policy, Lincoln teachers are no longer able to ask parents/families to assist with defraying the cost of various necessary classroom supplies.

Therefore, the Lincoln PPT has taken over the responsibility to collect donations and raise funds to cover these costs.  We need your help!

Please consider making a voluntary donation of $25.00 per child to the Lincoln PPT to help cover the costs of these classroom supplies.

Make checks payable to “Lincoln PPT” and write “PPT Classroom Fundraiser” and your student’s name on the check. After Meet the Teacher on September 1, please drop off or backpack express your donations to the Lincoln office to be put in the PPT school mailbox.

Thank you.

2016-17 Lincoln PPT Leadership

Co-president Jodie Kruse (jmkruse22@gmail.com or 269-6344)
Co-president Giuseppe Accardo (giuseppePPT@gmail.com or 250-0968)

September Lunch and Breakfast Menu

Here are the lunch and breakfast menus for the month of September:

Lincoln K-8 September Lunch and Breakfast Menu

Student Accident Report: Notice to Parents and Guardians 2016

Rochester Independent School District #535 does not carry Student Accident Insurance to cover accidents and/or injuries of students that occur at school.

Coverage for injuries that occur at school is the responsibility of the health insurance policies of the parent or guardian.

 

 

For more information on the Rochester School Districts policies regarding student accidents, and for information on insurance options, please access the following link:

Student Accident Notice: 2016 

August 2016 Lincoln Lincs Back to School Information

EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!

It’s back to school time, and important information is available in the August LincolnLincs! 
The August LincolnLincs is available to you in multiple ways:

1. Click here for a pdf. copy of the August 2016 Lincoln Lincs
2. The August LincolnLincs newsletter was mailed to every Lincoln family household on August 18. Watch for it in your mailbox! The August LincolnLincs is the only paper edition of the LincolnLincs published during the school year.
3. The LincolnLincs was sent to every Lincoln family via Peachjar and Skyward.
4. The upcoming Parent e-files will contain a PDF file of the August LincolnLincs.

The LincolnLincs ONLINE newsletter is your source for information throughout the school year. Visit www.lincolnlincs.blogspot.com frequently for updates on news, events and notifications from Lincoln K-8 Choice School.

How can you get notified directly when new articles are posted on the LincolnLincs? Enter your email address in the “Follow by Email” box at the left of the LincolnLincs main page. You will receive a confirmation email – follow the directions to complete your subscription. Once you are subscribed, you will receive an email every day that contains all the new articles on the LincolnLincs that were posted that day.
If no new articles were posted that day, you will not get an email that day. It's a great way to keep up with Lincoln news!

Note: Information can be sent home on paper for families with barriers to internet access – please contact your teacher for more information.

Folder Stuffing for Meet the Teacher! We need your help!

Wow, the summer flew by!
It's that time of year again.  Meet the Teacher is September 1st and we need your help next week to get all the back to school folders ready.  With enough people this is a rather short time commitment and even 15 - 30 minutes is vastly appreciated!

Here are the details and sign up:
August 25th (Thursday), 10am till 12 noon, at Lincoln school. (check in with Amy on arrival)
Older students can come and help!  Bonus: you can take your family folder home with you when stuffing is done.

Here is the link for sign-up genius:
 http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a4faeac2aa13-family


Thank-you so much for your help!