Lincoln Elementary

February 3-7 ACCESS Testing

February 4 PTO Meeting at Jefferson School at 6:30

February 14 Valentine's Day Parties

February 17 President's Day - No School

February 20 Family Night at Lincoln School

February 26 - Half Day - Students Dismiss at 11:20

Looking Ahead...

March 10-14 Spring Break

April 18 Good Friday - No School

April 21 Teacher Institute - No School

Each year, our 3rd-5th grade students are required to take the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR). The assessment includes 3 reading tests and 2 math tests. The students will take one test per day during the week of April 7-11. The full schedule can be viewed here.

The 5th graders are also required to take the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA). This assessment includes 3 tests and they will be given on March 24, 25 and 27. The full schedule can be viewed here.

As much as possible, please try to schedule appointments around the testing schedule.

Now that winter has arrived, I want to ensure parents/guardians understand our building's e-learning plan. Attached is a letter with all the details. Once you've had a chance to read it, please email me at cfrank@sps5.org if you have any questions.

The classroom teachers have gone over the plan with the students in their homeroom. As a result, students should be able to log into Zoom and Google Classroom independently.

If/when there is severe weather in the forecast, the students will be instructed to take their iPads home so they can be prepared.

Lincoln School E-Learning Letter

Our goal is to have an average daily attendance rate of 95%.

Our current rate is 94.17%. We're so close!

Individual students who have 95% or better attendance during the month will be recognized over morning announcements and families will receive a notice via Class DoJo. Students will also be entered into a drawing for some fun prizes.

Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Jefferson School Library. For convenience, attendees also have the option to join via Zoom at the link below. Any and everyone is welcome to attend! We're always open to new ideas!

Zoom Link

The PTO has started a new Facebook group. You can join using the following link.

Jefferson/Lincoln PTO

Meeting Dates:

• February 4, 2025

• March 4, 2025

• April 1, 2025

• May 6, 2025

Historically, the PTO has fundraised for our schools to assist with the following:

• purchase playground equipment
• contribute to the cost of field trips
• provide classroom and school grants
• fund a Teacher Appreciation luncheon at each building
• host family events, such as Movie Night and the Fun Fair
• host an End-of-Year Party for the Lincoln Students
• assist with the Book Fairs
• and much more

Is your family struggling and in need of additional support? Nexus is a support program offered by the Regional Office of Education #47 for participating school districts in Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties, including Sterling Public Schools. Nexus supports the whole child/children by supporting the whole family. Through personal, respectful, and confidential interactions with a trained Family Support Staff, families create goals geared towards social-emotional needs, school readiness, and overall family well-being. The Family Support Staff connects and helps families navigate local community resources, thus creating a stronger community.

Please reach out to any office staff member to be referred to the Nexus program.

Schedule (Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.)

• 7:40 School Doors Open

• 8:05 Tardy Bell Rings

• 2:45 Dismissal

Schedule (Wed.)

• 7:40 School Doors Open

• 8:05 Tardy Bell Rings

• 1:55 Dismissal

Please do not drop off your child earlier than 7:40 as there is no supervision available until this time. The YMCA offers a before-school program for those in need. They have a sliding fee scale and will transport your child from the YMCA to any of the four elementary schools.

Classroom teachers will use Class DoJo as the primary communication tool with families. All families are encouraged to download the app. Teachers are also available by phone, email or for a scheduled in-person or Zoom conference.

Need help downloading the app? No problem! Reach out to your child's homeroom teacher for assistance.

Visitors should enter the school through the front door. The outer set of doors is unlocked from 7:00-3:45. Once you enter the foyer, please press the bell/intercom system to communicate with the secretary. Thank you!

Main Office (815) 625-1449

Principal: Cindy Frank cfrank@sps5.org

Dean of Students: Nicole Mathew-Meisenheimer nmathewsmeinsenheimer@sps5.org

Secretary: Bridget Tuft btuft@sps5.org

Nurse: Marci Osborn mosborn@sps5.org

Counselor: Carly Rodriguez crodriguez@sps5.org