Lincoln Elementary School

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Kroger info: Kroger Rewards Please help to support Lincoln by joining the Kroger Rewards program and selecting “Lincoln Elementary School.” To sign up for Kroger Rewards: Visit: kroger.com/account/communityrewards Follow the steps listed on the page Under- “Search for your organization” search for Lincoln Elementary School School code: IX380 Confirm Lincoln Elementary School at 1110 Main State Street in Ottawa Click “Enroll”

Thank you to Walmart, Ottawa for donating two car loads of school supplies to Lincoln elementary school!

Please see the map of the current arrival procedures. Departure will be on Main K-2, and Madison 3-4th. Please stay behind fences when picking up your student. Thank you.

REMINDERS: CHANGE OF DROP OFF UNTIL CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETE: For the Safety of our students, due to the back entrance being under construction all drop off will start heading north on Leland Street. Kindergarten, First, and Second grade students will get out on Leland Street, and be directed from staff to the appropriate playground. Students in Third and Fourth grades, will follow Leland Street, turn right onto Madison Street, where you can drop students off at the fence. Thank you for your patience during our construction. First Day of School Information The first day of school for students in Grades 1-4 is Wednesday, August 21st and students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Kindergarten students will attend an orientation with their parents/guardians for a portion of the first day. Please refer to the section titled “Kindergarten Orientation” for more detailed information regarding the schedule. Beginning on Thursday, August 22nd we will be dismissing at 2:20 p.m. for all students (Grades K-4) through Tuesday, September 3rd. The first regular dismissal day for all students (Grades K-4) will be on Wednesday, September 4th with dismissal at 2:50 p.m. Preschool will be conducting home visits the 22nd. and 23rd. of August. The preschool staff will be getting in touch with these families to schedule this visit. The first day for preschool students will be August 26th. Kindergarten Orientation Kindergarten Orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 21st. The orientation will be split into two time slots to allow each student and parent the opportunity to meet with their classroom teacher to discuss expectations and procedures. Orientation Schedule Girls 8:30-9:30 a.m. Boys 9:45-10:45 a.m. Dismissal through Wednesday after Labor Day We will be dismissing at 2:20 p.m. through Tuesday, September 5th. The first regular dismissal day for all students (2:50 p.m.) will be on Wednesday, September 6th. After September 6th, all Tuesdays are early dismissal days with students being dismissed at 2:20 p.m. New Arrival and Departure Routines School Times and Pick-up/Drop-off Procedures School begins daily at 8:20 a.m. and students are considered tardy after 8:20 a.m. please do not drop off students before 8:00 a.m., as there will not be supervision. Main and Madison Street doors will be closed to students. Parents who need to visit the office, will buzz in at the Main street entry. Student Drop off/Walkers Non bus riding student’s will be dropped off on Harden St., starting at 8:00am. If you are dropping your child off, you will drive from Main and turn North on Harden Street. Please do not drive or park on Leland Street during arrival and dismissal, unless parents need to come into the office. We are asking that those student’s in cars be unloaded and loaded by their adult. Following drop off, they will be directed by staff to the appropriate playground, weather permitting.On inclement weather days, students will enter the North Harden Street doors, and be directed by staff to the appropriate indoor recess areas. Breakfast Breakfast will be served from 8:00-8:15 a.m. Drop off or walking students who are eating breakfast will be admitted into the building at the North Harden Street entrance. Any students not eating breakfast will be sent to the playground. Bus Students Students riding the bus will be dropped off on Leland street and directed by staff to the appropriate playground.Only the bus students who are eating breakfast will enter the Leland street entrance with staff. New Dismissal Procedures Main Street Entrance Kindergarten dismissal 2:45 First-2nd dismissal 2:50 Madison Street Entrance Third and fourth dismissal 2:50 For the safety of the students we ask that all adults picking up students remain behind the fences. Playgrounds are closed to the public from 8:00AM-3:00PM or when all students are dismissed. Meet the Teacher night is canceled for the 20th. Open house September 5th 5:30-7:00 PM. Physical Exams Proof of immunizations and Physical Exams (Or written proof of scheduled appointment) for all incoming Kindergarten and 6th graders are due before the first day of school, which is August 21, 2024 If all registration documentation is not turned in, your child will not be allowed to attend school, until it is complete. Bike Safety Class There will be a bike safety class provided for those students wanting to ride their bicycles to school, on August 29th at 1:30PM. They cannot bring their bikes until after the course is completed. New Fundraiser: Be on the lookout for a new fundraiser coming out on September 9, called School Store! Packets will be coming home September 9th, this will run the entire school year.

L.E.A.S.E will be hosting the 3rd annual Back to School Bash on August 15th, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm at City Park in Streator. We have invited several local organizations/agencies and will provide free food, games, activities and resources.

Hiring Bus Drivers for 2024-2025 School Year. Contact Steve Stohr at 815.433.2315 or email at sstohr@oes141.org

It's hard to believe that Back to School activities are already being planned. This great event looks like a fun way to support our OES families and help our students prepare for school starting on August 21st!

Free, fun activities for the kids this summer!

Glasses left at Lincoln! Contact the office to get them back.

Lost and Found at Lincoln school!

Summer Fun! The Lock 14 Kids Fishing Tournament is a great event that gets kids outdoors. They get a free lunch-hot dog, chips, cookies, and a drink-and great door prizes and a chance to win a trophy.

Thornton Splash Pad/Park Day K-2 students - May 28, 3-4 students - May 29 Our Lincoln classes are planning to go to the Thornton Splash Pad and the park. All students need to bring a towel and sunscreen. along with a change of clothes for return to school. Girls must wear shorts and a t-shirt or a one piece swimsuit. Boys must wear swim trunks or shorts. Students are responsible for their own items. Please mark all items clearly with your child's name. Students may bring a bag to keep their items in and to carry the items to the park. All students will be provided with a sack lunch from the school. If you do NOT want your child to receive a school-provided lunch, please notify the Lincoln office by Thursday 5/23/24 at 815-434-1250.

Lincoln School Field Day is planned for Thursday, May 30th 8:45-11:30 (Weather Permitting) Field day is an opportunity for Lincoln students to participate in activities together enjoying games that have been planned for them by the staff. In order to make Field Day successful, many extra hands are needed. We are seeking volunteers, such as parents, grandparents or guardians to help run the game stations and to celebrate the end of another successful school year. Please contact Lincoln School office at 815-434-1250 if you are available to help.

23/24 Year books are here! They will be sent home with your child soon. If you missed out on ordering a yearbook and you would like one, we have a few extra in the office for only $15. Please call the office at 815-434-1250 for purchasing information.

Let Kid's Play! We are working to gather materials for next school year to structured play activities for when the students are inside for recess. If you have extra games or puzzles that are in good shape, but you would like to donate, please send them to Lincoln office. If you would rather be a sponsor through our Donor's Choose page, please follow the link below: https://www.donorschoose.org/project/let-kids-play/8411205/?utm_source=dc&utm_medium=directlink&utm_campaign=tpc_complete&utm_term=teacher_9548299&rf=directlink-dc-2024-05-tpc_complete-teacher_9548299&challengeid=22331475 If you add the promo code LIFTOFF at checkout, your donations will be doubled up to $50 for the next 7 days. Thanks so much for supporting our Lincoln Lions!

Culver's Night for Lincoln social committee.

Pizza pickup today (Tuesday 5/14) and tomorrow (Wednesday 5/15)! If you sold Alfano’s frozen pizzas for our fundraiser, now is the time to pick them up and deliver to your customers, 3:30 to 5 PM this Tuesday and Wednesday. Pick up at the new Alfano’s/Luciana’s location up on the hill: 1476 E Rte 6. Can’t make those times? Call Alfano’s, 434-0923, any day after 4 PM to schedule a different time to pick up.

Still time to sign up! Come out and enjoy Trolls 3 with your family!

These were found on playground a Lincoln school. Please contact 815-434-1250!