Weekly Buzz
Lincoln High School
September 23, 2024
From our Co-Principals
Dear Lincoln Families,
Quarter 1 Progress Reports
Progress reports are available to view in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please contact Vella Rogers at erogers1@sandi.net if you need assistance accessing your student’s PowerSchool account. Quarter 1 ends on October 11, 2024. Marks from that reporting period get recorded on your student’s transcript. Please contact your student’s teachers and/or counselor with any questions or concerns.
Week of September 23, 2024
Monday 9/23
Academic Tutoring After School in the Library 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Tuesday 9/24
Academic Tutoring After School in the Library 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday 9/25
Early Dismissal 2:30 p.m.
Workforce Wednesday inside the Library during lunch - City College Overview
12th Grade Family Night 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. inside the library - see details below
SSC Meeting 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Room 112 Located inside the library
Thursday 9/26
Academic Tutoring After School in the Library 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Community Schools - First Family Night of the school year will be cooking and is on Thursday, September 26 from 5:30-7:00pm in Room 601.
Foodie Fest during lunch in the center quad. Help support our ASB cubs and bring cash
Feeding San Diego - Food distribution 3:45 p.m. at the culdesac between the 500 and 600 building off Willie James Jones Ave.
Saturday 9/28
Core Academy (Saturday School) 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Looking Ahead:
11th Grade Family Night: October 14th
5:00-6:00 in the Library
10th Grade Family Night: October 15th
5:00-6:00 in the Library
Opportunities
The School Counseling Team will host “Family Nights” for each grade level this fall!
The purpose of Family Nights is to discuss: graduation Requirements & planning, financial aid applications, college applications, grade level events, school supports & services, and so much more!
Family Nights will be hosted from 5:00-6:00 pm in the Library
Family Night Dates are:
12th Grade Family Night: Wednesday, September 25
11th Grade Family Night: Monday, October 14th
10th Grade Family Night: Tuesday, October 15th
Would you like to be a part of a club that helps you with your college journey? If so, the First Gen Scholars Club is for you!
This club is dedicated to helping First Generation students get to college. Throughout this program you will receive mentorship, information, and also something to put on your resume for when it is time to apply to colleges.
First Gen meets weekly on Fridays during lunch in Room 801.
Check out THIS FLIER below for more information!
The purpose of Brothers/Sisters Gonna Work It Out is to provide African American, Latino, Samoan, and Native American youth positive strategies to combat and overcome the debilitating environment and conditions they face daily at school and on the streets.
This conference will be at San Marcos on:
Friday, November 1, 2024 – Brothers Gonna Work It Out conference 9:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Friday, November 8, 2024 – Sisters Gonna Work It Out conference 9:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
HERE is a link to their website
Interested in attending? Come get a permission slip from Mr. Gutierrez in Room 607!
Homecoming
October 11 - Homecoming Football Game v. Point Loma at Southwestern College Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.
October 12 - Homecoming Dance
Theme: Enchanted Forest
Location: San Diego Central Library, The RootTop 330 Park Blvd, San Diego, 921010
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Tickets on sale in room 347 (Cash Only)
ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE
Saturday School - L6 Core Academy
Need help with assignments, and looking to clear some absences? Saturday school happens every weekend (when there is no major holiday) as an opportunity to clear unexcused absences/tardies, and work on assignments. Attending 1 Saturday school session clears 5 absences/tardies. Click HERE to sign your student up for Saturday School. Next SATURDAY SCHOOL - September 28, 2024
Center for Newcomer Families
Dear Parents and Guardians of Lincoln High School,
We are excited to introduce the Lincoln High School Center for Newcomer families, a dedicated space for newly arrived students and their families to get acquainted with our district’s resources, programs, and opportunities. The center is designed to be a welcoming environment where families can share their cultures, backgrounds, and goals, ensuring that every student feels valued and prepared to succeed in school.
The services provided include:
School Introduction
Getting to Know You Interview
Language Assessments
Mental Health Support
Assistance with Basic Needs and Housing
Links to Community Services
We will be on Lincoln High School campus every Thursday. Students and families can make appointments by visiting our website at sdusdmed.org/newcomer-support. Translation services are available if an appointment is scheduled.
SENIOR PORTRAITS INFORMATION
Community Schools Corner: UPDATED WEEKLY
The Jackie Robinson YMCA is giving free Lincoln student memberships. If students would like to sign up, encourage them to go to the Jackie Robinson YMCA and speak with a membership team member. Memberships may be limited so act fast!
Our next Food Drive is this Friday, 9/27 from 4pm until food is gone.
Our first Family Night of the school year will be cooking and is on Thursday, September 26 from 5:30-7:00pm in Room 601. Please share the signup link with your students and family communications. To register, families can visit this link.
One way to stay up to date with your student’s attendance and grades is to create your PowerSchool Parent Portal account. Below are resources to help create an account.
Visit the office to receive your Access ID and Password to create your account.
Create your PowerSchool Parent Portal account:
Sign into the PowerSchool Parent Portal at https://powerschool.sandi.net
Feeding San Diego Information
COUNSELING
Counselors
Counselors have now been aligned to our College and Career Pathway Programs. Please contact your student's counselor if you have any questions.
COUNSELING NEWSLETTER <-- Click here
Oscar Gutierrez (9th Grade Counselor) - School of Freshman On-Track Success ogutierrez@sandi.net
Tricia Abdullah (Head Counselor) - School of Media Arts & Entertainment tabdullah@sandi.net
Felicia Smith - School of Engineering & Design fsmith@sandi.net
Jaymee Melchione - School of Health Sciences (Bio Medical) jmelchione@sandi.net
- Savannah Chatton (Intervention Counselor) - Supports select 10 - 12th graders who need additional support to get back on track for graduation. schatton@sandi.net
Click HERE to learn more about Lincoln High School’s counseling center.
Family Nights
The School Counseling Team will be hosting “Family Nights” for each grade level this fall!
The purpose of Family Nights is to discuss: graduation Requirements & planning, financial aid applications, college applications, grade-level events, school supports & services, and so much more!
Family Nights will be hosted from 5:00-6:00 pm in the Library
Family Night Dates are:
11th Grade Family Night: Monday, October 14th
10th Grade Family Night: Tuesday, October 15th
Senior Family Night - September 25th!
Senior family night will take place on September 25th from 5:00-6:00 pm in the Library
During this evening we will discuss GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS & PLANNING, FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS, COLLEGE APPLICATIONS, SENIOR EVENTS, SCHOOL SUPPORTS & SERVICES, AND SO MUCH MORE!
Check out THIS FLIER with more information
California State Library Offering Free Online Tutoring for All Students
Access free online tutoring services and additional learning resources such as creating your own flashcards and getting customized study plans. Here.
College Visits Calendar 2024-2025
Expectations:
Students will check into their classrooms at the beginning of the period to receive a pass to the Library (only students with a pass will be admitted)
Maximum capacity of around 50 students. Once that capacity is reached students will need to return to class, and their names will be written down for the college rep to reach out to at a later time.
College Rep presentations may last up to 1 hour
Students should return to class at the end of the period to check in with their teacher
FREE Shuttle Bus Service
FREE Shuttle Bus Service
The district is offering a morning and afternoon shuttle service for Lincoln students. Please click on the flier below. Contact Gerardo Constantino gconstantino@sandi.net or 619-962-0723 if you have any questions.
IMIN - After School Program
Our After School Program is called “IMIN.” IMIN offers many fantastic opportunities for enrichment and academic support. Please look at the calendar HERE of activities and opportunities available to your student at no cost. IMIN Calendar Contact Ivan Ramirez at iramirezperez@sandi.net or (619) 266-6500 X 2605 for more information.
Our After School IMIN calendar is packed with activities and we are now offering 14 different opportunities after school on a weekly basis. Below is our calendar for SEPTEMBER 2024.
Drivers Education
Did you know that Lincoln has its own free driver's ed program?
Check out THIS FLIER for more information on how to sign up!
Tutoring
IMIN’s after school program hosts weekly tutoring Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in the Library from 3:45-4:45. You can get help on a variety of subjects such as: Math, English, Science, Spanish, and History. This program happens weekly, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to get support!
ASB UPDATES
ASB Merch Online Store
ASB has a new online store for merch! We have faster turn around times and everything ships straight to you. You can even customize most items.
Thank you for supporting the Hive ASB!
Lunch Deliveries by Parents and Caregivers
ATHLETICS
Athletics
Sports physical forms are available in our Nurse’s office. Please contact our Nurse Kay cyoung4@sandi.net if you need assistance with a physical.
Visit our website for the most up-to-date information about our athletics program.
Contact Athletic Director Fai with any questions dfai@sandi.netFall Season Sports
Girls Volleyball
Girls Tennis
Football
Boys and Girls Cross Country
Girls Flag Football
Cheer & Drill
Contact our Athletic Director, Coach Fai dfai@sandi.net for more information.
Update on our Stadium Project
Contact our Athletic Director, Coach Fai dfai@sandi.net with any questions.
Lincoln High School
Email: avazquez@sandi.net
Website: www.lincoln.sandiegounified.org
Location: 4777 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 266-6500
Facebook: facebook.com/LincolnHighHornets
Twitter: @lincolnhighsd