Lyncrest School Scoop

February 7, 2025

Wear your jersey to school on 2/10 for our SOUPer Bowl!

A Note From Mrs. Diee

Hello, Lyncrest Families!

Thank you for following along with us reading Heartwood Hotel! It's so fun to talk about the hotel and characters with our students! We will continue reading Chapter 6 on Monday night! Please remember to use our teacher read aloud playlist on YouTube if you are unable to read with your child or want them to reread with us!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxoowni2EFE4rGSiFBVtRr78jrdxfespF

Happy Chinese New Year (Xīnnián kuàilè)! Today we held our Lyncrest Lunar New Year Celebration! We started the day with a school-wide assembly led by our 3rd and 4th graders under the direction of Ms. Wang and Ms. Young. Then, students had an opportunity to travel through rotations throughout the school and participate in the activities mentioned below.

-All about dumplings!

-Lunar New Year Around the World

-Chopstick Relay Races

-Ribbon Dance/Tai Chi
-Character Writing (spring fortune)

-Art Kindergarten participated in coloring giant Chinese dragons, 1st grade colored porcelain vases and cherry blossoms, 2nd grade made paper snake puppets for year of the snake, 3rd grade made accordion snakes for year of the snake, 4th grade made Chinese paper lanterns.

THANK YOU to our Chinese Culture Teacher Committee and our parent volunteers for helping to make this day a success.

Tuesday, February 11th,will be Chef Day at Lyncrest! District Chef Ronnie will be visiting to help serve lunch and treat the students to his house made Tres Leches Cake!

The Student Council is excited to announce our "Soup-er Bowl" soup collection to support those in need! Each classroom will have a collection box, and we encourage students and families to contribute canned soups throughout the week. To wrap up the collection, staff and students are invited to wear their favorite jerseys on Monday, February 10th, as we show our team spirit and commitment to helping others. Thank you for your generosity and participation!

Have a great weekend!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Diee :)

Coming up...

2/12 PTO Meeting 7:30

2/17-2/18 School Closed, President's Day Recess

2/24-2/28 Parent/Teacher Conferences.

2/26 and 2/27 12:45 Dismissals for Conferences

3/3-3/7 Read Across America

3/4 NJHS Read Alouds

3/5 4th grade to MMS Drama

3/7 PTO Dr. Seuss Breakfast

PTO Dr. Seuss Breakfast Volunteers

PTO Breakfast Donations

Lucy's Boardwalk Beach Bash

By The Charlie Landers Foundation

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Lyncrest Teacher of the Year - Mrs. Jane Chahine

Lyncrest School is proud to announce Mrs. Jane Chahine for the prestigious Teacher of the Year award. With 20 years of dedicated service in education, Mrs. Chahine continues to inspire students, colleagues, and the school community with her passion, unwavering commitment, and innovative teaching methods.

As a third-grade teacher, Mrs. Chahine transforms her classroom into a vibrant hub of learning, where every moment is a teachable moment. Her ability to seize opportunities for growth—whether during a structured lesson or a spontaneous classroom discussion—ensures that her students are always engaged, challenged, and inspired. She tailors her teaching to meet the diverse needs of her students, fostering a love for learning and instilling confidence in each child to reach their fullest potential.

Beyond her classroom, Mrs. Chahine takes her dedication to education even further by serving as the Student Council Advisor. Under her leadership, the Student Council thrives as a platform for teaching governance, teamwork, and service learning. She has introduced meaningful projects that encourage students to think critically about their community and the world around them. From organizing school-wide initiatives to planning service projects, she ensures that students not only learn about leadership but also practice it in impactful ways.

What sets Mrs. Chahine apart is her ability to inspire not only academic achievement but also character development. She instills in her students the importance of responsibility, kindness, and active citizenship, shaping them into thoughtful, compassionate individuals who will carry these values far beyond the walls of the classroom.

Congratulations, Mrs. Chahine, our Teacher of the Year.

Lyncrest Educational Specialist of the Year - Miss Amanda Pook

Lyncrest School is proud to announce Miss Amanda Pook for the esteemed title of Educational Specialist of the Year. Her unwavering dedication, positive outlook, and tireless efforts have made an immeasurable impact on both students and staff at Lyncrest School.

Amanda Pook exemplifies excellence in her role as a speech-language pathologist. She goes above and beyond in supporting the students on her caseload, tailoring interventions to meet each child's unique needs and celebrating their progress with encouragement and care. Her expertise extends far beyond speech services; she proactively collaborates with classroom teachers, sharing resources and strategies to support all students, not just those she directly serves. Her commitment to student success is evident in every interaction, whether she is helping a teacher address classroom challenges or equipping students with the tools they need to thrive academically and socially.

Her influence doesn’t stop in the classroom. Ms. Pook can often be found on the playground during recess, stepping in to assist students navigating social conflicts or teaching them valuable lessons about communication and empathy. Her presence during these unstructured times is a testament to her holistic approach to student well-being, fostering a supportive environment where children feel heard, valued, and equipped to handle challenges.

What truly sets Ms. Pook apart is her contagious positivity and warm demeanor. No matter the circumstances, she greets every day and every challenge with a smile, inspiring those around her to adopt the same outlook. Her optimism not only uplifts the students she serves but also motivates her colleagues to approach their work with renewed purpose and compassion.

Congratulations, Miss Pook, our Educational Specialist of the Year.