Meet our third grade team! They are an example of what strong teamwork looks like each and every day. Chelsea Griffith, Kelsey Heller, Cindy Wientjes, and Connie Hanson consistently collaborate to create engaging and supportive learning environments for all students. They plan together, share ideas, and build on each other’s strengths to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed. Great job, Grade 3 team. You make a difference every day.
Some of our 4th grade students used their imagination and teamwork skills in a fun way during recess by creating a stick village! Using only natural materials they found outside, students designed and built their own mini community. Way to make recess fun, great job Grade 4.
We are proud to celebrate our Lincoln Leaders!
A total of 231 Lincoln Leader Awards have been handed out, recognizing students who demonstrate kindness, responsibility, and positive leadership throughout our school. Pictured are our weekly winners who continue to set a great example for others. We are so proud of the way they show what it means to be a Lincoln Leader each and every day!
A total of 231 Lincoln Leader Awards have been handed out, recognizing students who demonstrate kindness, responsibility, and positive leadership throughout our school. Pictured are our weekly winners who continue to set a great example for others. We are so proud of the way they show what it means to be a Lincoln Leader each and every day!
High Five Friday was extra special as we welcomed some wonderful grandparents into our school! Students were all smiles as they shared high fives, laughter, and special moments with their grandparents. It was a great way to start the day and celebrate the important role grandparents play in our students’ lives. Thank you to all the grandparents who joined us and helped make the morning so meaningful.
The Watertown School District is partnering with local organizations to offer free summer Math and Reading Camps for students entering grades 1–4. The camps will be held in June and July at the Watertown Regional Library, with multiple 45-minute sessions available. Families can choose which sessions to attend, but must register through Watertown Park and Rec starting May 1. https://www.watertownsd.us/167/Parks-Rec-Forestry
Each session is limited to 45 students and staffed by teachers and paraprofessionals. Boys and Girls Club staff will help transport students to and from sessions if needed, but otherwise transportation is the responsibility of families.
The program is open to all eligible students, and no invitation or cost is required.
Each session is limited to 45 students and staffed by teachers and paraprofessionals. Boys and Girls Club staff will help transport students to and from sessions if needed, but otherwise transportation is the responsibility of families.
The program is open to all eligible students, and no invitation or cost is required.
Thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets to support the playground bench in memory of Sandy Middleton. Your generosity and support mean so much to our Lincoln community and help honor her lasting impact on our students and staff.
Congratulations to our raffle winners:
• Sue Heidman – Family Pool Pass
• Travis Schultz – Family Zoo Pass
• Barb Formaneck – Donated her winnings back to the Lincoln family (thank you for your kindness!)
• Kym Thompson – Legends $50 Gift Certificate
We are incredibly grateful for the continued support in remembering Sandy and making a difference for our students.
Congratulations to our raffle winners:
• Sue Heidman – Family Pool Pass
• Travis Schultz – Family Zoo Pass
• Barb Formaneck – Donated her winnings back to the Lincoln family (thank you for your kindness!)
• Kym Thompson – Legends $50 Gift Certificate
We are incredibly grateful for the continued support in remembering Sandy and making a difference for our students.
Reminder! Tomorrow, April 2, is the deadline to purchase raffle tickets. Don’t miss your chance to participate!
The drawing will take place on April 2. Thank you to everyone who has supported this special opportunity. We appreciate your continued support!
The drawing will take place on April 2. Thank you to everyone who has supported this special opportunity. We appreciate your continued support!
Lincoln families,
Click on the link for the April Newsletter:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o5EBh9u_totT7iOdjhlJBjeRVpkuT_P2xRNLc07Snuw/edit?usp=sharing
Click on the link for the April Newsletter:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o5EBh9u_totT7iOdjhlJBjeRVpkuT_P2xRNLc07Snuw/edit?usp=sharing
No School – Easter Break
Lincoln Elementary families, please note that there will be no school on Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6 for Easter break.
Classes will resume on the next scheduled school day.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful holiday weekend with family and friends.
Lincoln Elementary families, please note that there will be no school on Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6 for Easter break.
Classes will resume on the next scheduled school day.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful holiday weekend with family and friends.
Peggy Moeller’s 3rd grade music class has been busy strumming and smiling during their ukulele unit! 🎶 Students are learning how to play chords and rhythms while building important skills like hand-eye coordination, finger dexterity, and overall motor development.
Playing together as a group not only strengthens their musical abilities but also encourages teamwork, focus, and confidence. It’s wonderful to see students growing as musicians while having fun making music together!
Playing together as a group not only strengthens their musical abilities but also encourages teamwork, focus, and confidence. It’s wonderful to see students growing as musicians while having fun making music together!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has purchased raffle tickets in support of the playground bench in honor of Sandy Middleton. Your generosity and support mean so much to our school community.
There is still time to participate! Raffle tickets are available for purchase through April 2, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this special tribute.
The drawing will be held on April 2. Thank you again for helping us honor Sandy’s legacy in such a meaningful way.
There is still time to participate! Raffle tickets are available for purchase through April 2, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this special tribute.
The drawing will be held on April 2. Thank you again for helping us honor Sandy’s legacy in such a meaningful way.
Lincoln Elementary is selling raffle tickets to help purchase a playground bench in honor of Sandy Middleton, a beloved paraprofessional who made a lasting impact on our school community.
Raffle tickets will be available for purchase during Family Fun Night on March 26 and can also be purchased anytime leading up to the drawing on April 2.
This is a meaningful way to celebrate Sandy’s legacy and create a special place on our playground for students, staff, and families to enjoy for years to come. Thank you for your support!
Raffle tickets will be available for purchase during Family Fun Night on March 26 and can also be purchased anytime leading up to the drawing on April 2.
This is a meaningful way to celebrate Sandy’s legacy and create a special place on our playground for students, staff, and families to enjoy for years to come. Thank you for your support!
First graders explored Ancient Greece in social studies and learned how pottery was used in daily life for storing and drinking water, as well as serving as a form of artistic expression. They also discovered that many pieces of pottery told stories through their designs and patterns.
Students brought their learning to life by creating their own pinch pots using clay. They carefully shaped, molded, and decorated their pieces, just like artisans in Ancient Greece. This hands-on activity helped students connect history with creativity while building a deeper understanding of how art and everyday life were connected in ancient times.
Students brought their learning to life by creating their own pinch pots using clay. They carefully shaped, molded, and decorated their pieces, just like artisans in Ancient Greece. This hands-on activity helped students connect history with creativity while building a deeper understanding of how art and everyday life were connected in ancient times.
Miss Schlimgen’s 2nd grade class enjoyed some partner reading time! Students paired up to take turns reading, listening, and helping each other grow as readers.
Reading is always more fun when shared with friends, and these students did a wonderful job encouraging one another along the way. Keep up the great work, readers! 📚
Reading is always more fun when shared with friends, and these students did a wonderful job encouraging one another along the way. Keep up the great work, readers! 📚
🎉 High Five Friday was extra special at Lincoln Elementary! 🙌
We were excited to welcome members of Educators Rising, who helped us start the day with smiles, energy, and LOTS of high fives! Our students loved being greeted with such positivity as they entered the building.
Thank you, Educators Rising, for inspiring our students and spreading joy throughout our school. You made a difference in so many mornings today!
We were excited to welcome members of Educators Rising, who helped us start the day with smiles, energy, and LOTS of high fives! Our students loved being greeted with such positivity as they entered the building.
Thank you, Educators Rising, for inspiring our students and spreading joy throughout our school. You made a difference in so many mornings today!
We are proud to celebrate 100 Lincoln Leader Awards given out this week! 🎉
These awards recognize students who consistently demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and kindness throughout our school.
These awards recognize students who consistently demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and kindness throughout our school.
Spring Break Reminder
Lincoln School will be closed for Spring Break from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23. Enjoy the break!
Lincoln School will be closed for Spring Break from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23. Enjoy the break!
Spring Break Reminder
Lincoln School will be closed for Spring Break from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23. Enjoy the break!
Lincoln School will be closed for Spring Break from Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23. Enjoy the break!
The Watertown School District will start 2 hours late on Monday, March 16. All morning practices and activities will also start two hours late. No breakfast will be served. All preschool screening times between 8-10 AM will be rescheduled to later in the day on Monday or Tuesday. The rest of Monday's screenings will be as scheduled. Kindergarten screening has been moved to Tuesday, March 17th at the same time. Please call the McKinley Office with questions, 605-882-6350.
Lincoln Elementary recently had a special visitor in Miss Moran’s 4th grade classroom. Dr. Danielsen stopped by so students could learn more about what a superintendent is and what his job looks like on a daily basis. Students had a great time asking questions about his responsibilities, what he enjoys most about his work, and even some of his favorite things. It was a fun and engaging conversation that helped students better understand how our school district works. Dr. Danielsen truly cares about students and the small but meaningful parts of education, such as building relationships and taking time to connect with kids. We appreciate him visiting Lincoln and making learning a little more personal for our students.
