Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Lincoln Elementary School Newsletter - October 2016

Lincoln's Annual Jog-a-Thon October 28th!

We are all very excited about this fun event that promotes exercise and helps the school as well!  Students will be getting fit and having fun practicing jogging at school over the next month.   Round and round the playground they will go during break and P.E. periods with their teachers, gearing up for the big event.  This very worthy fundraiser, which will take place on October 28th, will be used for the following types of items: field trips, assemblies, trophies, extra supplies, play equipment, technology, and other important items for our students.  Thank you for your help in advance of the Jog-a-thon in donating prizes to reward and motivate all the students.

Red Ribbon Week – October 31st-November 4th

Theme: Happy to be a Drug Free Kid
Monday: "Happy to be a Drug Free Kid."  Wear Red
Tuesday: "Sock out Drugs"
Students wear crazy socks.
Wednesday: “Be a Hero Everyday."  Students honor our military by wearing camouflage clothes (Shirts, pants, hats, etc. – School appropriate only.  Please no costumes, toys, etc.).
Thursday: "Team Up Against Drugs."  Wear your favorite sports team jersey.
Friday: “Stomp Out Drugs."  Students wear their class shirts, and run laps to music during recess “stomping” around the track. 

2nd Grade Spotlight - Mrs. Seaward's Class
On Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016, Mrs. Seaward’s 2nd grade learned about safety tips from Sergeant Beer.  We are currently reading the story “Officer Buckle and Gloria” about a police officer that goes to schools and gives safety speeches to students.  We were lucky enough to get our own police officer to come and give a presentation to our classroom. Sergeant Beer is a police officer for the Fresno Police Department.  He is a motorcycle cop. Sergeant Beer talked about the safety gear he wears every day.  He went over several safety tips and everyone got to sit on his motorcycle.  The best part was when he rode out of the school yard and turned on his lights and sirens.  Mrs. Seaward’s class would like to thank Sergeant Beer for taking the time to share with us so we can stay safe.

3rd Grade Spotlight - Mrs. Dignan's Class
Mrs. Dignan’s class has been enjoying and learning how to use their new Chromebooks. This year, every student in 3rd grade has a Chromebook to use in class.  Students have been able to read their Journey’s stories online, take tests online, and use many fun programs. Students will also be learning more keyboarding skills and how to use Google Docs.  Students in Mrs. Dignan’s class especially like using Lexia and Big Brainz to keep their reading and math skills sharp.  We are looking forward to a great year!