LINCOLN PK-8 NEWSLETTER
January 2025
*Read at home—Reading regularly at home provides children with the practice they need to become great readers. Remember, “The more kids read, the better they read.”
*Make a special reading spot—Choosing a special reading spot for children to read with adults is not only fun, but is also a great way to create a distraction-free zone where children can concentrate.
*Be a great reading partner—It’s no fun to read when you’re forced to or feel embarrassed and ashamed to read. Give positive feedback and tell the reader they’re doing a great job.
*Set a good example; be caught in the act! - If a child observes his or her parent/guardian reading every night, then that child will emulate the same behavior.
*Communicate with teachers—Knowing what goes on in the classroom and during the school day helps parents relate to their child’s experiences, sparking conversations and an interest in school activities.
*Be enthusiastic—Showing genuine excitement for childrens’ reading skills will encourage them to become great readers. Show them that reading can be fun, and they’ll get excited about reading time.
In summary, please read with your child EVERY DAY, talk about their learning, and let them know how proud you are of their hard work.
Our Lincoln Spelling Bee was held on December 19, 2024. Congratulations to our winners and all participants! Our winner for grades 3-5 is 4th grader Lincoln DeGroff. Our runner up is 5th grader Owen Popour, and we had 22 participants. Our winner for grades 6-8 is 7th grader Genevieve Ramey and our Runner Up is 7th grader Reggie Watson, with a total of 14 participants. Great job!
