InSciEd Out and Lincoln K-8 Highlighted in Growth and Justice Report

InSciEd Out and Lincoln K-8 were highlighted as an example of greater Minnesota communities coming together in collaborative ways to advance student success. The report, titled "Whole Towns Coming Together for All Students: A Growth & Justice Education Policy Report", was published by Growth & Justice, a non-partisan, progressive think tank committed to making Minnesota's economy simultaneously more prosperous and fair.

Here is a description of the report: "Historical precedent is strong in rural and Greater Minnesota for vigorous and inclusive community involvement in educational success for all. Despite economic challenges and increasing racial diversity, evidence shows the effectiveness of community engagement and points to a revival in such activity across the nation. This new Growth & Justice report describes how many communities across Minnesota are coming together in purposeful and energetic ways to plan for greater success for all students."

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE REPORT - Lincoln's article starts on Page 9.

Special Projects Timeline Set

The timeline for Special Projects has now been set:
Applications due:                Monday February 6th
Consensus Meeting:           Monday February 13th, starting at 6pm in the Lincoln  
                                              Media Center

Do you have an idea for something that will benefit Lincoln and the students?  Or do you want a voice in how the money earned at the auction is used?  There is $13,500 available to spend through Special Projects.  Fill out an application and / or come to the consensus meeting and be a part of the group that makes the decision on which projects are funded. 

Completed applications should be sent to Mary at  rmhansen2002@yahoo.com
 

Free Parent Event - Anti-Bullying/Omega Man - February 1

The Rochester Area Council PTSA is proud to be sponsoring a night-time event that is tailored toward parents that can help parents understand anti-bullying messages.  We invite all parents and their kids to attend this fun-filled message of character education, motivation, inspiration and hope.  It is one event you will not want to miss. 
"Omega-Man and Friends" will be held February 1 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at the John Marshall Illstrup Auditorium and is FREE!

Omega-Man and Friends are world-class athletes who have performed in over 6000 school assemblies across the nation.  They challenge students to live a life as a Dream-Maker (making good choices) and not be a Dream-breaker (making bad choices).  They perform feats of strength, such as snapping a baseball bat and ripping a phone book in half and even bending steel in their teeth as a tool to draw and maintain the attention of our students to ensure that their message is not lost.  More information on Omega-Man can be found at www.omegamanschools.com

CONFERENCES ARE COMING UP!

Conferences for grades 1-5 will be held on Thursday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 7. If you haven’t signed up for a conference time with your child’s teacher yet, please call Amy in the Lincoln Office at 328-3550 to sign up for conferences. Report cards for grades 1-5 will be sent home on Thursday, February 2.

Open House Conferences for Uppers will be held on Thursday, February 23 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Report cards for Uppers will be sent home on Thursday, February 2.

Conferences for Kindergarten will be held on Thursday, March 22 from 4:00 – 8:00pm and Friday, March 23 from 8:00 – 4:00pm. Watch for information from your child’s kindergarten teacher about when and how to sign up for these March conferences. Report cards for Kindergarteners will be sent home on Thursday, February 2.

RESCHEDULED - Free Parent Workshop - "Celebrate Calm" - JANUARY 25

The Celebrate Calm workshop has been rescheduled for tonight, January 25 from
7:00pm - 9:00pm
at St. John the Evangelist School, 424 West Center Street, Rochester, MN 55902

Kirk and Casey Martin discuss parenting issues from preschool through the teen years with a very humorous approach and practical advice and strategies on how to handle issues. Create a stress-free home and classroom. Kirk will show you how to:
• Develop motivated, responsible children.
• Relieve anxiety, sensory issues and sibling fights.
• Improve focus, attention, and behavior in school.
• Eliminate defiance, disrespect, and power struggles.
• Create stress-free mornings, homework time and bedtime.

Who should attend the workshop?
• Moms, Dads, grandparents, and guardians.
• Guidance Counselors, Special Ed teachers and all educators.
• Childcare providers and professionals.
If you would like a sneak preview here is the Celebrate Calm website:
www.CelebrateCalm.com

Intermediate 4/5 Teacher News from Mr. Sonju

We will be losing a Champion Educator as Megan Oswald will be moving to Duluth to teach at Marshall School. Megan has been an exemplary teacher, a leader in the InSciEd Out movement, lunchtime Math coordinator and chief volunteer, outstanding mentor every year, chaperone extraordinaire for Premium Opportunities, facilitator on LLT, Destination Imagination Coach, RAP teacher, tutor, example in positive energy and hard worker along with a being a friend to many.

Megan's last day in the classroom will be January 26th. We will sorely miss Megan as she has been truly a Champion for all students and an outstanding colleague. We wish her the best of luck as she enters her new challenge.

Please join in me in welcoming Kim Olson to the 4/5 and 7th grade math position. Kim comes to us from John Adams Middle School and will be an outstanding addition to our staff. Working with Kim in the past I can say she is an outstanding educator, positive, child centered, fun person that will fit very well with the Lincoln Way! Mrs. Olson will start work here at Lincoln on January 27th.

Some background from Kim Olson:
Hi! I’m Kim Olson (Mrs. O) and I’m excited to start teaching at Lincoln! I was born and raised in Rochester. I received my Elementary K-6 with Middle School Math teaching degree from Winona State and Master of Arts Education from Augsburg. In the past 7 years with Rochester Public Schools I have taught 6-8 math as well as 3rd grade. My husband teaches 5th grade at Folwell. We have two sons, Madden (2 years old) and Easton (5 months old). In my free time I love to run with my dog Lucy, play soccer, and play with my kids. I look forward to getting to know the amazing students, families and staff at Lincoln!

Panther Night - RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 24, 6:00 PM

Panther Night has been rescheduled for tonight, Tuesday, January 24 at 6:00pm.
Panther Night is for parents of students who will enter Century High School in the Fall of 2012.

Questions for teachers and other staff from 6-7 in Cafeteria
Short overview of registration process with counselors and administration in Auditorium at 7:00
Visit with teachers, counselors, and administrators to find out about:

The registration process
Graduation requirements
Course offerings at Century
Extra-Curricular Activities at Century
Have your questions about high school answered

It’s time to sing with the Bellettes!

If you are between the ages 6-13, sign up today for a low key audition to sing with the Bella Voce Young Women’s Choir at their spring concert “To Life: We Sing!” May 6th, 2012.

• Rehearsals: 3:15-4:00pm on March 18th, 25th, April 9th (4:00-5:15pm Monday due to Easter Sunday), 15, 22, 29 and dress rehearsal, May 5th.
• Tuition: $100.00, due at the first rehearsal.
• Auditions Dates and Information: February 22, 23, 24th from 3:30-7:00pm. Auditions are low key, singing a song of your choice. It can be as simple as Silent Night, Jingle Bells or My Country Tis of Thee.

Sign up by emailing cindy@singoutloud.org or call 269-7114.

Raising a Reader

The “Get Smart” Mindset Efficacy team is offering a FREE one (1) hour meeting on Friday, January 20, 2012, from 12 noon – 1 pm. The topic of discussion will focus on “Raising a Reader.” There are many simple things you can do to help raise a reader. In this session, special guest Heather Willman will help us explore a variety of ways you can help your students excel in reading.

Qualifications:
· Master’s in Reading Education
· Teaches for Augsburg College
· Specializes in reading in the content areas and reading motivation

Please join us on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 12 noon – 1 pm at the Northrop Community Education Center, located at 201 8th St NW, Room 109.

To register, please e-mail Juan Vasquez at juvasquez@rochester.k12.mn.us **Space is Limited**

Upcoming Important Dates - January/February

Monday, January 16 - NO SCHOOL
Friday, January 27 - NO SCHOOL
Thursday, February 2 - Report Cards Sent Home in backpacks
Friday, February 17 - Early Dismissal at 1:30pm/No PM Kindergarten
Monday, February 20 - NO SCHOOL

Camp Invention 2012 - Early Registration

Camp Invention is a week long Summer Enrichment program for children entering grade one through six. It is taught by former and present Lincoln teachers. The camps are held at Rochester Community and Technical College for two weeks.

Camp One is called Envision and runs June 18 through June 22, 2012. The link below is for our new online registration and detailed description of each module.
http://inventnow-web.ungerboeck.com/programsearch/moreinfo.aspx?event=5652

Camp Two is called Encounter and runs June 25 through June 29, 2012. The link below is for our new online registration and detailed description of each module.
http://inventnow-web.ungerboeck.com/programsearch/moreinfo.aspx?event=5660

If you are interested in either camp, you can now register before they are announced to the public in two weeks. Camp Invention is a nationwide children’s summer camp that focuses on Science, Technology, Math and Engineering (STEM) to inspire innovation and invention.

Looking for Parents to Post on the LincolnLincs!

We are always looking for people interested in joining the LincolnLincs team.  We are specifically looking for a parent or parents who would be willing to take the Lincoln Parent E-files each week and make sure that all the articles in the E-files are posted or get posted to the LincolnLincs.  Training will be provided (the process is simple!) and parents can do all the work at home.  If we get multiple parents interested, we can spread out weekly assignments.

Any parents with experience with blogs and websites are always welcome to join the LincolnLincs team to help with the blog design and functions.  We welcome ANYONE who wants to improve parent/staff/school communication at Lincoln!

Please email natecate13@charter.net if you are interested.

New Art Supplies!!

KimSue is the winner of the Labels for Education Free School Supplies. Thank you to all that voted!

With the points awarded to KimSue, she choose the following art supplies:
Stubby Primary Brush
Large, sturdy, short-handled brushes are easy to manage. Fine, soft, natural bristles in seamless aluminum ferrules. Ideal for painting large areas. 7-1/2"H x 1/2"D. 12 per pack.

Crayola® Oil Pastels Class pack
Big 336-count pack yields 24 each of 10 colors — red, blue, orange, green, yellow, yellow/green, pink, violet, peach and brown — plus 48 each of black and white. Non-toxic.

Crayola® Model Magic Color Assortment
This exciting non-toxic product makes creating 3-D projects and sculptures easier and more enjoyable. Lightweight, soft and clean, Model Magic is easily molded into any form and can be air-dried. Paints easily, is nonstaining and won't stick to skin or carpets. 2-lb. tubs. Assortment tub (includes white, red, blue, yellow).

Color Splash!® Colored Pencil Class pack
Sized for school or activity table. 240-count divided display box holds 20 each of 12 different colors, enough for a crowd of little artists. Great for art class or classroom. Brightly colored 7" presharpened pencils.

Camel Hair Brushes
144 round camel hair brushes packed in a plastic canister for convenient storage. Brushes feature seamless, rustproof ferrules and natural wood handles. 24 each of sizes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Look for these new supplies in art class. I know all will enjoy!

FREE Classroom Supplies - Deadline to Vote - January 9!

It's time to cash in some of the over 35,000 Campbell's Labels for Education Points that Lincoln has banked.

How?.....Vote for the teacher that most deserves, needs or wants to use the points for their classroom.

Send an email to: katiedid159@thompson-jewell.com by midnight on January 9, 2012. The teacher with the most votes will get to go shopping in the Labels for Education catalog.

Keep sending in your labels, box tops and milk caps for FREE money for The Greatest School in the Universe!

Pizza and Bingo - January 9 - Orders Due January 4!

Please join us for pizza and bingo in the Lincoln gym on Monday, January 9 from 5:30-7:30.
Pizza is available by pre-order only. Order forms were sent home with your child before winter break to be returned by Wednesday, January 4.
CLICK HERE FOR A COPY OF THE ORDER FORM.
Beverages and cookies will be available for purchase.
Monday, January 9, 5:30-7:30 - don’t worry about dinner, order a pizza and join your friends and family at Lincoln for dinner, bingo, great prizes and great fun! See you there!

Lincoln Chess Club - January 9 to March 26

The Lincoln Chess Club will meet once a week as part of the Rochester After-School Program (RAP) on Mondays from 3:35 to 4:45 in Room 132 from January 9 through March 26.

The Lincoln Chess Club is open to ALL Lincoln students, grades K-8. Students may join at any time, but students must ALSO sign up for the Rochester After-School Program (RAP) to participate in Chess Club on Mondays. If your student is already signed up for RAP, then they can attend Chess Club on Mondays during RAP.
Supervision will be provided by Rochester After-School Program (RAP) Staff and chess will be taught by members of the Century High School Chess Team. A typical chess club meeting will include a group lesson, a fun chess activity, and a game or two between players who are matched to be at a similar experience level.

If you are interested in joining the Chess Club, complete the CHESS CLUB REGISTRATION FORM and the RAP REGISTRATION FORM (if necessary), and turn in to the Lincoln office BEFORE they come to their first Chess Club meeting.

GATEway Science Fair - February 25 - Register Early!

If you are a student in grades 2-6, then the GATEway Science Fair is for you! This is your chance to learn what it is like to be a scientist! Before the Science Fair, think of a topic that interests you, then do an experiment at home to learn more about it. Present your experiment with pictures, words, and graphs on a display board. Bring your board to the Science Fair to explain your project to reviewers who are science professionals in our community. You'll see a fun Science Museum presentation and receive a certificate of participation, written reviews of your project, a snack, and a cool t-shirt!

The science fair will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012, from 12:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Mayo Clinic Gonda Building. Public viewing starts at 4:15 p.m. Register early because space is limited. Register online at www.rochesterce.org/youth or through the Winter Community Education brochure. The $12 fee includes a t-shirt if registration is mailed by February 3, 2012. Late registrants might not receive t-shirts. See www.rochestergateway.com for full information. Financial assistance may be available to help with the costs of preparing a project. Contact Diane Hanson at 281-1498 or gatewaysciencefair@gmail.com with questions.

Mayo High School Boys Basketball Game - Lincoln K-8 Night - January 7th

Students!Come and have some fun at Lincoln K-8 Night at the Mayo High School Boys Basketball Game on Saturday, January 7th
(JV begins at 6:00, Varsity at 7:30)
Admission is free for Lincoln students.
Wear your Lincoln t-shirt!
All students must be accompanied by a paying adult chaperone. Adult chaperone can bring more than one or several students.
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT FLYER

CORRECTION TO BARNES AND NOBLE FUNDRAISER INFORMATION!

PLEASE NOTE: THE BARNES AND NOBLE BOOKFAIR SUPPORTING LINCOLN IS ONLY AT THE ROCHESTER DOWNTOWN STORE (15 FIRST STREET SW) - NOT APACHE MALL...

Barnes & Noble Bookfair - In-Store:
December 9 -13 - Barnes and Noble Chateau - Downtown at 15 1st St SW
Lincoln will receive 10% of sales.
Must present attached voucher or mention Lincoln at check-out.

FREE Polar Express Party - December 9 7:00pm:
Location: Barnes and Noble Chateau (Downtown Location) in the Children's Department
Recommended Age Group: 2-11
Description: Please join us to ring in the season at a cozy holiday party where kids can participate in lots of fun activities, including a reading of the classic children's Christmas story: The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg!

Barnes & Noble Bookfair - Online:
December 9-18 - Visit bn.com/bookfairs
At the payment page, scroll to the bottom and choose “Check this box if it is a bookfair order.”
Enter bookfair ID as indicated. Lincoln’s bookfair ID is 10616480

E-mail this to friends and family who may be shopping at Barnes & Noble Dec. 9-18!

The money will be used to purchase books for our guided reading library. Last year it was used to purchase books for summer reading. Thanks in advance for supporting Lincoln!

zpizza Fundraiser - December 9

Lincoln will receive 20% of ALL sales from 2:00-8:30 p.m. at the ever so

tasty zpizza! No voucher needed. Tell your friends!

2^nd Floor at the Shops at University Square- 111 South Broadway, Rochester

Phone: (507) 424-0440 Order online: http://rochester.zpizza.com

Commissioner Cassellius Announces Visit to Lincoln - Thursday, December 8

The Minnesota Commissioner of Education, Dr. Brenda Cassellius, will visit Lincoln K-8 Choice School from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. on Thursday, December 8. Dr. Cassellius will tour Lincoln, including the Zebrafish STEM Lab and the microscope suite. Students will share their extension projects in the areas of tissue regeneration, genetics and behavior, bone density, and sleep deprivation; and students will share an exciting school-wide chemistry and animal husbandry pilot project in preparation for partnership with new schools. Staff will share the partnership paradigm that allows Lincoln and InSciEd Out to build STEM partnerships locally, regionally, and nationally.

Later in the day, Dr. Cassellius will attend a town hall event in Rochester to talk about the NCLB (No Child Left Behind) waiver application to the federal government. Dr. Cassellius will give an overview of the waiver process and then speak directly with audience members who have questions or comments about the waiver. The town hall gathering will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2011 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. at the International Event Center in Rochester (7333 Airport View Drive Southwest).

This visit to Rochester is part of a series of statewide public meetings to provide information about Minnesota’s No Child Left Behind (NCLB) waiver request. Commissioner Brenda Cassellius and MDE staff will embark on a statewide tour to present information about Minnesota’s waiver request and plans for a new accountability system that will more accurately and fairly measure progress. Cassellius says, “these meetings will provide the public an opportunity to hear about Minnesota's waiver request, ask questions and offer feedback.”

Uppers Informational Meeting - December 8 - 5:30pm

ATTENTION 5TH GRADE (and other interested) PARENTS:
UPPERS INFORMATIONAL MEETING
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011 - 5:30 TO 6:30 pm
SCIENCE LAB

During this meeting, information will be presented to help parents make an informed decision about finding the best fit for their middle school-aged children. Information will include:
• The main beliefs behind Lincoln’s Uppers program
• The structure, schedule and features of the Lincoln Uppers program
Uppers teachers will be there to answer your questions. Hope to see you there!

Student Count Forms Due - Grades 1-8 and Kindergarten

The 2012-2013 School Year Grade 1-8 Student Count Form will be sent home in backpacks this week. You can also download a copy of the form here - Grade 1-8 Student Count Form You can also find it in the Links to Documents section on the LincolnLincs. This form must be completed by every Lincoln family so that we can obtain an accurate student count for the next school year. Please fill out one form per family. Remember to provide information for each of your current Lincoln students and any other children who are not current Lincoln students but may be attending Lincoln next year (subject to space available). These forms are due by Friday, December 16.

If you have a student beginning Kindergarten at Lincoln next year, don't forget to complete the Kindergarten Sibling Count form and Application. You can download a copy of the form here - Kindergarten Sibling Count/Application or in the Links to Documents section of the LincolnLincs. These forms are due by Friday, December 2.

PPT President's Letter

Greetings!
Since it's still November and Thanksgiving season, I believe I can get away with presenting a list of things that made me thankful yesterday at our PPT meeting:

• I am thankful that superintendent, Mr. Mike Munoz, joined us at our PPT meeting, and that he understands how lucky we are to have our kids in such a learning-rich environment at Lincoln.
• I am thankful for Cathy Nathan who organized Mr. Munoz's visit to Lincoln. She is remarkable!
• I am thankful that our kids have Mr. S. encouraging and challenging them every day. How fortunate we are!
• I am thankful for the many parents who attended last night's meeting. I felt proud of the welcome we were able to give our new superintendent.
• I am thankful to our PPT secretary, Karen MacLaughlin, who made a welcome banner and had students sign it. It looked fabulous!
• I am thankful for the entire staff at Lincoln. They are the heart and soul -- and arms, legs, brains, etc. of the school.
• I am thankful for the many parents who volunteer to make Lincoln an extraordinary place, and I am thankful that I found a way to volunteer through PPT.
• I am thankful if you are still reading this, and if you haven't done so already, please consider attending our PPT meetings. The next one is scheduled for January 23rd in Lincoln's media center. If you come to the meeting, I'll be so thankful!

Chris Harmon, PPT Co-President

PPT Meeting - Meet Superintendent Munoz - Monday, November 28

Please join us to meet and greet Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Michael Munoz on Monday, November 28 at 7:00 in the Lincoln Gym. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers. Let's have a huge turnout and show our support for Lincoln!

InSciEd Out Parent Volunteers Needed

We are looking for two to three parents who could volunteer on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 to 12:30 for four weeks, starting the week of November 28 through the week of December 19. You would be working with intermediate (4/5) students to help them count zebrafish embryos, and doing setup and cleanup. Training will be provided! Email James Kulzer at jakulzer@rochester.k12.mn.us if you are willing to volunteer!

Online Safety to Digital Citizenship: Understanding Youth in an Online World - November 18

YIPA (Youth Intervention Programs Association) is hosting a conference called: From Online Safety to Digital Citizenship: Understanding Youth in an Online World. The presenters are Dr. David Walsh and his daughter Erin Walsh. CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFERENCE BROCHURE THAT GIVES MORE DETAIL ABOUT THE TRAINING AND HOW TO REGISTER.

AFTER ATTENDING YOU’LL BE ABLE TO ANSWER THESE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS:
• Are young people really good multi-taskers?
• Is Internet addiction real?
• What are healthy parameters around media use?
• Is technology connecting us or disconnecting us?
• What can young people do to become good, caring
digital citizens?

Skyward Parent Training - November 18

The SmartKids Parent Efficacy program is inviting you to atthttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifend this free session to learn how to access and navigate through the Rochester Public Schools’ online Skyward program. Cheryl Burt will demonstrate how to best utilize several features offered on Skyward. Learn how to access your child’s school calendar, grades, assignments, report cards, disciplines, etc., in this half an hour presentation.

Please join us on Friday, November 18, 2011 from 12 noon – 12:30 pm OR 12:45 – 1:15 pm at the Northrop Community Education Center, located at 201 8th St NW. Room is limited to the first 14 parents per session. A computer will also be provided for each participant.

To register, please e-mail Juan Vasquez at juvasquez@rochester.k12.mn.us or call (507)328-5639.

2011 AUCTION = HUGE SUCCESS

Wow! The 2011 Lincoln Auction and Bake Sale was an enormous success and it could not have happened without all of you. Thanks to our amazing team of volunteers, bakers, donors and bidders, the Auction grossed over $28,000. With that money, the Lincoln PPT will be able to provide exceptional opportunities for our children. We truly have a rare and wonderful community at Lincoln that gives freely of their time and money to better the educations of all our children.

It’s not too early to start thinking about next year’s Auction. Next year’s co-chairs, Melissa Murphy and Nicci Watson, would love to have you as part of the volunteer team. As the year progresses more information regarding volunteering will be circulated. Please consider giving your time to this very worthy project. Also, if you have Auction baskets left over from your winning bids, we’d love to recycle them for next year. You may simply drop baskets off at the office.

Finally, a huge thanks to Betsy Schroeder who is stepping down from her co-chair role. Betsy has been an integral part of the Lincoln Auction for many years (and hopefully many years to come!) Thank you Betsy for always going above and beyond for Lincoln!

AUCTION YARD SIGNS

The Lincoln Auction was again a huge success. We would like to thank you for helping us advertise the auction and get the word out there. Now it is that time again. Please anyone who advertised the auction with a yard sign, it is now time to return those signs to be used another day. And again, thank you.

Lincoln "PICK YOUR FAVORITE DECADE DANCE" - Friday, November 18th

It's a dance for the decades!
K-5: 5:30-7:30pm. A parent needs to be on site with child.
6-8: 8:00 - 10:00 pm. We will need a signed parent permission form from every upper who plans on attending the dance.
Please bring a canned good to donate to Channel One.
Permission slips will be sent home this week.
Children can dress up in school appropriate clothes from their favorite decade. FREE!!!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Parent Volunteers Needed For the Uppers Dance...Please indicate if you can volunteer on the permission form......

Lincoln InSciEd Out Video

CLICK HERE to view a video that highlights some of the successes at Lincoln and in Rochester Public Schools with InSciEd Out.

This video was created by Rochester Public Schools as part of the "Discover" section of the district website.  Visit Discover at www.rochester.k12.mn.us for the most recent videos, articles and news about what is great at Rochester Public Schools.

Junior First Lego League Registration is Open - Deadline November 23

Are you ready to have fun mastering the science of safely preparing food and building simple machines with LEGO elements including motorized moving parts? Check out this year's Junior First Lego League - "Snack Attack"!

CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM or pick one up in the office

CLICK HERE FOR THIS YEAR'S JUNIOR FLL CHALLENGE!

Registration: deadline is November 23rd
Season: January to the week of March 5th.
Payment $15 per person
You can turn in the payment and registration form to Amy Krahn in the office.

Team Structure
• Lincoln Children in K - 3rd grade and between the ages of 5 and 9 years old.
• Teams will have 4-6 children
• Most teams meet over a 6-8 week period, once or twice a week.
• The coaches can structure team meetings (meeting times and overall program length) in a way that works for their team.

Involvement: This is our first year participating in Jr FLL at Lincoln. We need coaches. Jr FLL is easy to coach. No experience necessary. Lincoln will lend teams the Lego kits and building manuals. Plus I will give a coaches training. Let me know if you are interested in coaching a team!

A few great ways to find out more about Jr FLL:

Visit the FLL Competition and Jr FLL event at RCTC on December 17th, or better yet volunteer at the event by contacting Mark Schleusner at schleus@yahoo.com

Visit the Jr FLL Web Page http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/jr.fll

Ask Cheryl Kliewer questions at Cheryl@wiseraccoon.net or 261-3699.

Free Workshops for the GATEway Science Fair in December!!

Students, parents, and teachers are invited to attend free Science Fair Workshops at the RCTC Heintz Center which will be held December 5th, 6th, and 10th.

The GATEway Science Fair will be held Saturday, February 25, 2012, from 12:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Gonda Building of the Mayo Clinic. Registration forms will be sent out in early January, but it’s never too soon to start thinking about project ideas!

For more information, see www.rochestergateway.com, or contact Diane Hanson at 281-1498 or gatewaysciencefair@gmail.com. Make reservations early to be sure volunteers are available.

PPT Minutes - September 26, 2011

The September PPT Minutes can be accessed here: PPT Minutes - September 26, 2011

Classroom Volunteers Needed Tuesday (Today!)

A few classroom volunteers are needed today to help with zebrafish modules in the 4/5 classes - 11:00 to 12:00 in Beth and Mickey's class, 2:50 to 3:30 in Megan's class.  Let the teacher know if you can help out!

Community Education Ski/Snowboard Club - Registration November 8

Get set to hit the slopes this winter with Community Education's Ski and Snowboard Club for students in grades 4-12! Ride to local resorts on coach buses. Bring your own equipment or rent when you get there. Register at our mass registration on November 8, 2011. Information will be distributed at participating schools in October. All Lincoln students will ski at Welch Village.

A mass registration will be held Tuesday, November 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Willow Creek Middle School cafeteria for all ski/snowboard clubs. All participants must register at this time. One parent must attend with the student to assist in the completion of rental forms and make payment. Signatures from the student will be required, so we are asking both parent and student to attend. Helmets will be required this year. Late registrations are are possible by contacting the Community Education office at 328-4000 no later than December 16.

The Gr. 4-5 Ski/Snowboard Club fees include season pass, transportation, and rental equipment(by request). The Middle School, High School, and Private/Parochial Ski/Snowboard Club fees include transportation, rental equipment, and season pass (by request).

Additional club information will be sent home later to all club members. We invite parents to be chaperones and ask you to indicate your interest below. It is an enjoyable experience that enables you to learn more about the ski club and your child. Whether a skier or not, you will find it fun to go along.

Ski dates are as follows: January 6, 13, 20, 27, and February 3, and 10. February 17 will be the only night reserved as a makeup date for weather cancellations. The student will be a season pass holder and can ski any day of the week after 4:00 pm.
Refunds/Vouchers will NOT be available for missed sessions.

Junior First Lego League Informational Meeting - November 9

Are you ready to have fun mastering the science of safely preparing food and building simple machines with LEGO elements including motorized moving parts? Check out this year's Junior First Lego League - "Snack Attack"! CLICK HERE FOR THIS YEAR'S JUNIOR FLL CHALLENGE!

Informational Meeting:Wednesday November 9th from 7-8pm in the Media Center
Registration:November 9th - November 23rd
Season:January to the week of March 5th.
Team Structure
• Lincoln Children in K - 3rd grade and between the ages of 5 and 9 years old.
• Teams will have 4-6 children
• Most teams meet over a 6-8 week period, once or twice a week.
• The coaches can structure team meetings (meeting times and overall program length) in a way that makes works for their team.
• We will create the teams by the first week in December to give coaches a month to decide on a schedule.
Payment $10-15 per person.
Involvement:This is our first year participating in Jr FLL at Lincoln. We need coaches. Jr FLL is easy to coach. No experience necessary. Lincoln will lend teams the Lego kits and building manuals. Plus I will give a coaches training. Let me know if you are interested in coaching a team!

A few great ways to find out more about Jr FLL:
Visit the FLL Competition and Jr FLL event at RCTC on December 17th, or better yet volunteer at the event by contacting Mark Schleusner at schleus@yahoo.com
Visit the Jr FLL Web Page http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/jr.fll
Ask Cheryl Kliewer questions at Cheryl@wiseraccoon.net or 261-3699.

Lincoln's New Science Lab Celebrated!

Lots of excitement at Lincoln today as Superintendent Michael Munoz cut the ribbon on Lincoln's new zebrafish lab, created with a $65,000 grant from Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation.
Click here for the front page Post Bulletin Story - November 2, 2011
Read the whole story and check out the video of Lincoln in action here - from ABC-TV 6.
Read the article in the Post Bulletin Education Notebook here.
Congratulations to all who made this happen at the Greatest School in the Universe!

Chat With the Principal - Wednesday, November 2

Join Lincoln Principal Jim Sonju at this year’s first “Chat With the Principal” on Wednesday, November 2 at 8:00 AM in the Media Center. All Lincoln parents/guardians are invited to attend. Mr. Sonju will share the latest Lincoln news and take feedback and questions from parents. Children are welcome!