Pumpkin Palooza 🎃🍂✨
Dear Parents,
Creating an illness plan for your child’s school experience is a great way to ensure that you are prepared
for any unexpected health-related absences. It's always a good idea to keep the school updated with current
contact information, including a backup contact who can step in if you're unavailable. This way, if your child
becomes ill or there's an emergency, the school can quickly reach someone to provide the necessary support.
Having these details on file ensures that the school can act swiftly to care for your child.
Medication can be administered at school. For this to be allowed, one must complete our Ottawa
Elementary School Medication Authorization Form (located on our school website: select menu, then
documents, then parents, then forms, lastly click on medical forms). Please remember to bring the medication
directly into the school and hand it to the office staff or school nurse. Never give the medication(s) to a child to
bring in his/her book bag, especially on the bus.
No policy will prevent all illnesses. We make every effort to minimize their spread at school, but nothing
can prevent it all the time. Promoting handwashing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of
illnesses. Encouraging children to wash their hands regularly, especially after using the bathroom, before eating,
and after sneezing or coughing, can make a big difference in keeping germs at bay. It’s also helpful to remind
them about the importance of covering their mouth and nose with a tissue or elbow when they cough or sneeze
to prevent germs from spreading.
Sincerely,
OES Nursing Team
Creating an illness plan for your child’s school experience is a great way to ensure that you are prepared
for any unexpected health-related absences. It's always a good idea to keep the school updated with current
contact information, including a backup contact who can step in if you're unavailable. This way, if your child
becomes ill or there's an emergency, the school can quickly reach someone to provide the necessary support.
Having these details on file ensures that the school can act swiftly to care for your child.
Medication can be administered at school. For this to be allowed, one must complete our Ottawa
Elementary School Medication Authorization Form (located on our school website: select menu, then
documents, then parents, then forms, lastly click on medical forms). Please remember to bring the medication
directly into the school and hand it to the office staff or school nurse. Never give the medication(s) to a child to
bring in his/her book bag, especially on the bus.
No policy will prevent all illnesses. We make every effort to minimize their spread at school, but nothing
can prevent it all the time. Promoting handwashing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of
illnesses. Encouraging children to wash their hands regularly, especially after using the bathroom, before eating,
and after sneezing or coughing, can make a big difference in keeping germs at bay. It’s also helpful to remind
them about the importance of covering their mouth and nose with a tissue or elbow when they cough or sneeze
to prevent germs from spreading.
Sincerely,
OES Nursing Team
Here’s a list of 5 practical bullying tips that families and students can use to prevent or respond to bullying:
5 Bullying Prevention Tips
Be Kind and Inclusive – Small acts of kindness, like inviting someone to join a game or giving a compliment, can prevent bullying before it starts.
Speak Up Safely – If you see someone being bullied, stand up in a safe way or get help from a trusted adult. Being an “upstander” makes a big difference.
Report Bullying – Always tell a teacher, counselor, or parent if you or someone else is being bullied. Adults can help stop it.
Use Respectful Communication – Avoid hurtful words or actions, both in person and online. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Support Each Other – Encourage friends and classmates, celebrate differences, and make sure everyone feels included and safe.
5 Bullying Prevention Tips
Be Kind and Inclusive – Small acts of kindness, like inviting someone to join a game or giving a compliment, can prevent bullying before it starts.
Speak Up Safely – If you see someone being bullied, stand up in a safe way or get help from a trusted adult. Being an “upstander” makes a big difference.
Report Bullying – Always tell a teacher, counselor, or parent if you or someone else is being bullied. Adults can help stop it.
Use Respectful Communication – Avoid hurtful words or actions, both in person and online. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Support Each Other – Encourage friends and classmates, celebrate differences, and make sure everyone feels included and safe.
📅 Mark your calendars!
Our next Lincoln PTO Playground Meetup is coming up, and we’d love to see you there!
Join us Friday, October 24 at 3:00 PM at Eastside Park for some after-school fun. These meetups are a casual way for Lincoln families to connect — whether you're chasing toddlers, chatting with fellow parents, or just enjoying some downtime while the kids run wild on the playground.
No sign-up, no stress — just show up (weather permitting)! ☀️
Our next Lincoln PTO Playground Meetup is coming up, and we’d love to see you there!
Join us Friday, October 24 at 3:00 PM at Eastside Park for some after-school fun. These meetups are a casual way for Lincoln families to connect — whether you're chasing toddlers, chatting with fellow parents, or just enjoying some downtime while the kids run wild on the playground.
No sign-up, no stress — just show up (weather permitting)! ☀️
🚌 School Bus Safety Week 2025! 🚌
This week, we’re celebrating School Bus Safety and reminding everyone how important it is to stay safe on and around buses! Let’s work together to make sure every ride is a safe ride! 💛
This week, we’re celebrating School Bus Safety and reminding everyone how important it is to stay safe on and around buses! Let’s work together to make sure every ride is a safe ride! 💛
✨ Staff Spotlight ✨
Vincent helped with our NED show. He reminded us to
Never give up!
Encourage others!
Do your best!
Just a reminder that we are paying it forward to another school so that they can learn to be resilient by selling Yo-Yos. For the next 10 days, our Lincoln Leaders will have yo-yos for sale in the morning. All of the proceeds from the sales goes toward another school being able to experience the NED show, just like we did!
Never give up!
Encourage others!
Do your best!
Just a reminder that we are paying it forward to another school so that they can learn to be resilient by selling Yo-Yos. For the next 10 days, our Lincoln Leaders will have yo-yos for sale in the morning. All of the proceeds from the sales goes toward another school being able to experience the NED show, just like we did!
As we focus on Anti-Bullying information in October, please join us in developing our comUNITY by wearing orange on October 22.
October is Anti-Bullying Month!
🚫 Myth: “Bullying is just a normal part of growing up.”
✅ Truth: Bullying is never a normal or acceptable part of childhood. It can have lasting effects on a child’s confidence, well-being, and learning. Every child deserves to feel safe and supported at school.
At Lincoln, we work hard to stop bullying by teaching kindness, respect, and the importance of standing up for others. Families can help by talking with children about what bullying looks like and encouraging them to speak up if they see or experience it.
Together, we can create a school community where every child feels safe, valued, and respected!
🚫 Myth: “Bullying is just a normal part of growing up.”
✅ Truth: Bullying is never a normal or acceptable part of childhood. It can have lasting effects on a child’s confidence, well-being, and learning. Every child deserves to feel safe and supported at school.
At Lincoln, we work hard to stop bullying by teaching kindness, respect, and the importance of standing up for others. Families can help by talking with children about what bullying looks like and encouraging them to speak up if they see or experience it.
Together, we can create a school community where every child feels safe, valued, and respected!
🍎🥪 It’s National School Lunch Week! 🥦🍽️
👏 A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated cafeteria team who make it all happen every day with care, creativity, and a smile!
👏 A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated cafeteria team who make it all happen every day with care, creativity, and a smile!
🎉 Lincoln PTO Playground Meetup – This Wednesday!
Join us for our next Playground Meetup — a fun, informal gathering where Lincoln families can connect after school. It’s a great chance for kids to play and parents to chat (or relax!) while everyone enjoys some fresh air.
🗓 Wednesday, October 15
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Peck Park
No RSVP needed — just show up (weather permitting). Hope to see you there!
Join us for our next Playground Meetup — a fun, informal gathering where Lincoln families can connect after school. It’s a great chance for kids to play and parents to chat (or relax!) while everyone enjoys some fresh air.
🗓 Wednesday, October 15
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Peck Park
No RSVP needed — just show up (weather permitting). Hope to see you there!
✨ Staff Spotlight ✨
October is recognized nationwide as Anti-Bullying Month. At Lincoln, we believe every child deserves to learn in a safe and caring environment. Throughout the month, our students will take part in lessons, activities, and discussions that focus on kindness, respect, and standing up for others.
Each week, we will send information about what bullying is and how students and families can work with us to prevent bullying. We encourage everyone to join us in reinforcing these important messages by talking with your child about what it means to be a good friend, how to include others, and what to do if they see or experience bullying. Together, we can make a big difference in creating a culture where every child feels valued and supported.
Thank you for partnering with us to help build a community of respect and kindness.
Each week, we will send information about what bullying is and how students and families can work with us to prevent bullying. We encourage everyone to join us in reinforcing these important messages by talking with your child about what it means to be a good friend, how to include others, and what to do if they see or experience bullying. Together, we can make a big difference in creating a culture where every child feels valued and supported.
Thank you for partnering with us to help build a community of respect and kindness.
OES Family Literacy Night
Meet award-winning author Jacob Grant for a live presentation!
October 23 at 5:30 at Jefferson Elementary.
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This is a correction from the Mane Messenger which stated this event would be held at Central.
Meet award-winning author Jacob Grant for a live presentation!
October 23 at 5:30 at Jefferson Elementary.
**
This is a correction from the Mane Messenger which stated this event would be held at Central.
🍎✨ Happy World Teachers’ Day! ✨🍎
Today we celebrate the heart of our school—our amazing teachers! 💛
Thank you for your passion, your patience, and the countless ways you inspire and guide our students each day. 🌟
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the difference teachers make, not just in classrooms, but in the lives of every child they teach. 📚✏️💐
Drop a comment below to share a thank you or favorite memory of a teacher who made an impact on you! 💬💛
Today we celebrate the heart of our school—our amazing teachers! 💛
Thank you for your passion, your patience, and the countless ways you inspire and guide our students each day. 🌟
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the difference teachers make, not just in classrooms, but in the lives of every child they teach. 📚✏️💐
Drop a comment below to share a thank you or favorite memory of a teacher who made an impact on you! 💬💛
Staff Spotlight of the week, Miss Chelsea! ⭐
Our Lincoln Lions are shining bright!
Every day, our students demonstrate our Big 3 Expectations:
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Be Safe
More of our Lincoln Lions have earned a Pawsitive Office Referral for making great choices and being excellent role models. Today, we are bragging about Bentley, Jasper and Evelyn!
👏 Way to go, Lions! Keep ROARing with pride!
Every day, our students demonstrate our Big 3 Expectations:
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Be Safe
More of our Lincoln Lions have earned a Pawsitive Office Referral for making great choices and being excellent role models. Today, we are bragging about Bentley, Jasper and Evelyn!
👏 Way to go, Lions! Keep ROARing with pride!
Please check out our October Mane Messenger to find out information about the great things that are happening at Lincoln Elementary!
Happy Custodian's Day!
🌟Growth everywhere in 3J🌟
