Principal's Newsletter

This short week was all about reinforcing important skills and maintaining progress! Teachers focused on strengthening key academic, social, and behavioral skills while also introducing new seasonal vocabulary to build language and context.

In addition, students explored the concept of elections, voting on how to celebrate filling our school-wide bucket with safe, kind, and responsible actions. The Pre-K students chose extra playground time, while Kindergarten students voted for a classroom campout—both excellent choices for rewarding positive behavior!

We also had a very special experience, diving into the history and culture of the Lenape Tribe through an interactive assembly. Students learned about traditional Lenape tools, clothing, games, and musical instruments. This hands-on experience gave students the chance to see, touch, and even try out cultural artifacts, bringing history to life and offering a deep appreciation of the Lenape way of life. Ask your little one about their favorite part of today's assembly!

Enjoy this week's photo gallery -

Parents and guardians, we’d love to kick off your morning with some good coffee and great conversation! Join the Superintendent and members of our administrative team on Monday, Nov 11 at the Front Entrance right after drop-off from 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM. It’s a laid-back chance to connect, share your thoughts, ask questions, or just say hi. No agenda—just coffee, chats, and a friendly atmosphere. We can’t wait to meet you and hear what’s on your mind. See you there!

We've added a quick link on our mobile app to the Genesis Parent Portal, This easy-to-navigate tool provides the latest updates and notifications, all in one place. You can customize it by district and school, and easily access the website. Download for free today on the App Store for the iPhone or Google Play for Android devices.

Make-up day is approaching on Nov 12 and we encourage anyone who was absent or retaking their image to please see our photographer on this day. We have re-opened your school’s pre-pay code and have attached an updated email blast with your school’s make-up date.

Absentees?

Please use the pre-pay code provided in the email blast to place your order. THIS CODE IS ONLY FOR ABSENTEES. This allows you to take advantage of the same packages we provided during original day.

Retaking an Image without an order?

At this time, you are only able to view your original day image online. Once your image has been replaced with your re-take, you may go online and place an order using your personal web passcode we provided to you on your Last Chance card.

Retaking an image and already placed an order?

Students MUST bring in their original package and provide it to our photographer. We kindly ask parents to write any concerns on the FRONT of the envelope. Your order will be replaced using your new image.

Lincoln School’s annual food drive for the Westfield Food Pantry will run from Monday, Oct 21 through Friday, Nov 15. This is a perfect opportunity to help those in need and show our students the importance of caring for others.

We are asking for donations of non-perishable food items:

cereal, diapers, wipes, baby formula, canned/boxed milk, coffee, tea, dehydrated potatoes,

pasta and pasta sauce, nut butters, canned meat/fish/vegetables/soups, crackers, etc.

All donations should be placed in the blue plastic container by the front entrance or in your child’s backpack. This week we collected 75 items...let's aim to reach 125 items by the end of next week!

The PTO will be offering Kindergarteners Pizza Lunch every Friday this November and December! Place your orders today on Membership Toolkit. Deadline for ordering is Monday, October 28th.

Pizza Lunch Fridays will begin on Friday, November 1st and run 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13.

You will have the option to purchase 1 slice for $3 or 2 slices for $6. Your order includes all 5 lunch dates and there are no refunds once purchased.

⏰ Timely Arrival

We appreciate your cooperation getting students to school on time each and every day! Late arrivals interrupt the flow of the class, and the late comer requires time to catch up with what the class has already accomplished.

📥Parent Pick-Up & Changes to Dismissal Plans

When the dismissal plan of a student is a parent pick up, it is the expectation that a parent or guardian will pick up. Any change to the plan must be communicated in an email to the teacher and the main office secretaries on the day of the change. The designee for pick up will have to show the teacher a government issued photo ID. These practices help us to manage the safe dismissal of all students.

🤒 Flu Vaccine

A message from Nurse Oviedo: The flu vaccine is required yearly for students ages 4 and under. Please email documentation of your child's 2024-25 flu vaccine to Nurse Oviedo no later than December 31. If your child is in Kindergarten or will be 5 years of age by December 31, providing proof of your child's flu shot no longer required. To learn more about how to protect against the flu, visit the CDC website.

Also known as National American Indian Heritage Month and National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month in November honors the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of Indigenous communities.

Giving Thanks by Chief Jake Swamp is a beautifully illustrated book that shares the traditional Mohawk Thanksgiving Address. This message of gratitude, often spoken to begin and end the day, honors the natural world, expressing thanks to the Earth, waters, animals, plants, and more. With its poetic language, this book serves as a gentle reminder of the importance of respect and appreciation for all living things. Perfect for young readers, it encourages mindfulness and gratitude, bringing an authentic piece of Native American culture into the classroom or home.

Food Drive through 11/15

November

7-8: School Closed

11: Veterans' Day

12: Picture Retake Day

12-13: Fall Book Fair

14: PTO General Membership Meeting

15: PTO Kindergarten Pizza Day

18-19: Parent Teacher Conferences | Early Dismissal

22: PTO Kindergarten Pizza Day

27: Early Dismissal

28-29: School Closed

December

2: National Special Education Day

6: Training Day | PTO Kindergarten Pizza Day

13: Pajama Drive Day

20: Early Dismissal | Spirit Day