The Lions' Pride

Dear Families,

Thank you for an incredible first two days ! From our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive families. Your enthusiasm and commitment have made this start to the year truly special.

Watching our students step into the school with bright smiles and eager minds has been a joy. Our staff has worked tirelessly to create a welcoming and nurturing environment, and I am so proud of the community we are building together. The energy, kindness, and cooperation I've seen in these first days are a testament to the strength and unity of our school.

Together, we are "One School, One Family." As we move forward, let’s continue to support one another and strive to make this year one filled with growth, learning, and joy for our children.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. I am excited about all the wonderful things we will achieve together this year.

Thank you,

Claire Giardino, Principal

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PTO Calendar

August 22 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

September 19 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

September 27 - Outdoor Movie Night (more information to follow)

October 17 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

October 18 - Paws to Walk (walk-a-thon - more information to follow)

October 25 - Trunk-or-Treat (more information to follow)

• Infinite Campus: Please log-in to the parent portal and update all Emergency Medical Forms, make sure all contact information is current, apply money to lunch accounts, and more! DIRECTIONS
• Bus Information: find your student's bus route, contact information, and download the bus app.
• District Calendar
• Free and Reduced Lunch Applications: To apply for free or reduced lunch prices, please visit this site for more information

Gahanna Residents In Need (GRIN) has partnered with Lincoln Elementary to offer a “Weekend Supplemental Food” program for our students. The program provides for students who are in need of help with food at home. If you would like to participate in this program, please fill out the permission form below. Your student will receive a bag of non-perishable food items every Friday to bring home.

Lincoln Supplemental Food Permission Slip

Dear Lincoln Elementary Families,

As we embark on another exciting school year, we are thrilled to announce we will have two full-time school counselors, Mr. Rediger and Mrs. Hayhurst! We are here to support our students' social, emotional, and academic growth throughout the year.

Mr. Rediger works with our learners in grades K, 2, and 4. He can be reached at redigern@gjps.org or (614) 643-0817.

Mrs. Hayhurst serves our students in grades 1, 3, and 5. She can be reached at hayhurstj@gjps.org or (614) 643-0793.

Together, we are focused on creating a safe space for our students to explore their feelings, build friendships, and navigate their educational journey. Throughout the year, we will be updating you on what we are teaching in our monthly lessons and the groups we will be offering.

Join Our New Student Counselor Camp!

We are excited to announce our New Student Counselor Camp, a four-week small group designed for new students in grades 2-5 at Lincoln Elementary! This program is an excellent opportunity for your child to acclimate to their new environment and make lasting friendships.

What to Expect:

• Guided Tours: Students will receive a personalized tour of the school, helping them become familiar with their new surroundings.

• Peer Interaction: Your child will have the chance to connect with other new students, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

• Helpful Tips: Our counselors will provide valuable insights on making friends and navigating school life successfully.

This camp is a wonderful way for your child to feel welcomed and supported as they begin their journey at Lincoln Elementary. We encourage you to sign up your student for this enriching experience!

Registration Form: Registration for New Student Counselor Camp

Registration Deadline: Monday, August 19

We are excited to be implementing new Math (Bridges) and Reading/Writing (Wit and Wisdom) Curriculum throughout the district this year in all K-5 classrooms. We will be starting on Monday, Aug 19th with the new curriculum tools.

There will be some changes for our procedures and routines for these new curriculum tools, and we will ease into this with our students.

Below are resources for families for both math (Bridges) and reading/writing (Wit and Wisdom) if you are interested in learning more:

BRIDGES MATH

WIT AND WISDOM

Pursuant to House Bill 410, student attendance is now calculated in hours. This includes absences that have been identified as both excused and unexcused by the school, as well as planned absences. Being late or tardy to school does calculate into the total hours absent.

PLANNED ABSENCES (Such as vacation):

The time missed will be counted as an authorized, UNEXCUSED absence but shall not be a factor in determining grades unless the make-up work is not completed. Students who are absent 38 hours in a month or 65 hours in a school year with or without legitimate excuse are now considered Excessively Absent. These students will receive a letter from the District and will be required to follow the District Truancy Plan.These hours include approved planned absences. Planned absences will not be approved if your child has already met or will meet (based on this request) the absence threshold for Excessive Absence and/or Habitual Truancy.

If you have a planned absence, please fill out this form and send it in to the office. For more information or questions, please visit the GJPS website.

2024-25 Menus can be found HERE.

Lunch Payments-You may apply money on-line to your student's account. This is done on Infinite Campus. Click HERE for directions.

PIN Numbers Will Be Used-students will need to know their student ID number to access their lunch accounts in the cafeteria. ID numbers can be found on Infinite Campus under your child's profile. Please help them start to memorize this number prior to school starting. Here is a picture of the key pad that they will need to use in the cafeteria. Teachers and staff will assist students for the first couple of weeks.

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications: To apply for free or reduced lunch prices, please visit this site for more information.

The elementary Chinese Enrichment Program is now accepting registrations for the 2024-2025 school year. This program is open to all students in grades 2 through 5 with classes taking place before or after school. Please visit our website for more details. Registration will be accepted online now through August 30, 2024.

School hours for next year will be 8:05am-2:45pm

7:50 AM Doors open for students eating breakfast

If you are a walker or car rider we highly encourage your child to come at 7:50am to ensure they have enough time to go through the line and eat.

7:55 AM Doors open for students not eating breakfast

8:05 AM School starts & tardy bell rings

2:45pm- School ends

August 22 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

September 19 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

September 27 - Outdoor Movie Night (more information to follow)

October 17 - PTO Meeting 6:30pm

October 18 - Walk-a-thon (more information to follow)

October 25 - Trunk-or-Treat (more information to follow)

Sept. 2, 2024: Labor Day - No School

Sept. 23, 2024: PD Day - No School
Oct. 21, 2024: Comp Day - No School
Oct. 22, 2024: Staff Work Day - No School
Nov. 8, 2024: PD Day - No School
Nov. 27-29, 2024: Thanksgiving Break - No School
Dec. 23, 2024-Jan. 2, 2025: Winter Break - No School
Jan. 3, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Jan. 20, 2025: Martin Luther King Day - No School
Feb. 14, 2025: PD Day - No School
Feb. 17, 2025: Presidents Day - No School
Mar. 10, 2025: Staff Work Day - No School
Mar. 31-April 4, 2025: Spring Break- No School
April 18, 2025: Comp Day - No School
May 2, 2025: PD Day - No School
May 23, 2025: Last Day of School for Students