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CHALK TALK LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sandy Kozelka, Principal Michele Winterstein, Secretary Nov. 2014Office: 529-4232 Absence: 529-4305 Fax: 227-5722
November 2014
03 PE starts at Lincoln11 PTA Meeting 6:30
Picture Make-Up Day12-14 Parent-Teacher Conferences13-14 No school for students20 All Pro Dads26-28 Thanksgiving Holiday
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Principal’s Message
Dear Families,
November is…..football, swirling leaves and chilly days. At school in November, teachers are busy preparing to meet families to share first quarter progress of students. We all look forward to welcoming you to school on November 12th, 13th or 14th as we strive toward our goal of a face-to-face meeting with each and every Lincoln family.
As I walk through classrooms each day, I see teachers providing students with well-planned lessons, pushing them to the edge of their comfort levels-where the deepest learning starts. I hear teachers asking children to explain, prove, defend, analyze and create. Often, what I don’t hear are teachers giving students answers….this sounds strange, I know. However, by continuing to refine questioning skills and asking students to collaborate on problems, the best route a student has to an answer is not always the most direct route. Working and thinking hard to figure out answers gives children the pride that comes from figuring something out on their own, as well as learning that is long-lived, instead of fleeting.
The teachers and I look forward to being your partners in the education of your children. November is…a time for thanksgiving. We are thankful for the support you give school programs, teachers and especially your children each day.
Sandy Kozelka
SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE
Things are moving quickly on our final phase construction project. Two of the three meetings in the latest round of elementary architect meetings have been held and revised design plans unveiled. The third and final meeting of these will be held Thursday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 pm in the Emerson Elementary Cafetorium. The revised plans for Lincoln will be presented at that time.
The community also got its first look at preliminary design plans for the high school at a meeting on Oct. 7. These and the new elementary plans can be found on our School Construction page on our district website at www.lakewoodcityschools.org. The Construction page link is on the left-hand side of the page under Quick Links.
Finally, the abatement process has begun at all three elementary schools. Once this process is finished, which will vary in length depending on the school, demolition will begin. The earliest schools will begin to be demolished is January. At the high school, the construction team is working on preparing transition spaces for the students to eat in once the cafeteria is closed off. Once those spaces are complete, the abatement process can begin on the east end of the school.
Thanks to everyone for your patience and cooperation during this time of transition.
Jeffrey W. PattersonSuperintendent
Board of EducationLinda Beebe, PresidentEmma Petrie Barcelona, Vice PresidentTom EinhouseEdward FavreBetsy Bergen Shaughnessy
Many thanks to our 2014-2015 safety patrol members for helping us with door and parking lot duty. These students come to school early and/or stay at school late in order to fulfill this obligation.
Cassie Auck Destiny Fernandez
James Holland
Helen Roche Aryana Vincer
Dylan Bennett
Quintin Fried Trey Leonard Fernando Rodriguez
Shawn Cabell
Julian Gamez
Meghan McGlynn
Jay Schmoldt
Serenity Charlton
Michael Hamdan
Olivia Pickens
Julia Shields
Kelsey Dalton
Robbie Hanna
Jackson Prevost
Paul Schiska
Lincoln Community Meeting for New Building
The architect group will be presenting an update to our community on November 6 at 6:30 pm. This meeting will be held in the Emerson Cafetorium. Please enter through the door on Jackson Avenue.
WE LOVE PLAYING OUTSIDE!
At Lincoln School, we love going outside for fresh air each day at recess! Know that children will go outside for recess EVERY DAY possible. For this reason, please be sure that your child is dressed appropriately for ALL weather.
If your family needs help securing winter appropriate coats, boots, hats or gloves for your child(ren), please send a note or an email to Mrs. Kozelka ([email protected]). PTA has a volunteer willing to help secure any needed
items. Your privacy is ensured.
Lost and Found
Lincoln’s lost and found is located in the cafeteria. There is a rack for hanging items as well as a container for hats, gloves and other small items. Items of value (wallets, glasses, etc.) will be kept in the main office.
During conferences, you will find the lost-and-found in the hallway near the office.
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Please note the time of your conference(s) and make every effort to attend on time. If you have particular concerns, feel free to make an appointment with Mrs. Kozelka as well. We look forward to seeing you on November 12th, 13th or 14th to share your child’s progress.
Picking your child up early from school?
Please send a note to your child’s teacher in the morning so that your child can be ready and waiting for you in the office when you arrive.
THANKSGIVING BREAK
There will be no school on November 26, 27 and 28 in order to spend special time with family and friends. We look forward to school again on Monday, December 1.
November and December Upcoming Events
November Dates:
11 Picture Retake Day 11 PTA Meeting in Library 6:30 pm12 Evening Conferences in classrooms, as scheduled: 3:30-8:00 pm13 Parent Conferences in classrooms, as scheduled: 12:00-8:00 pm- no school for students 14 Parent Conferences in classrooms, as scheduled: 8:00-4:00 pm-no school for students20 All-Pro Dad Meeting 8:00-8:45 am26-28 No School, Thanksgiving Break
December Dates:
05 PTA Snowflake Shoppe during the school day06 Lincoln Singers perform at Light-Up Lakewood event17 K-2 Winter Concert in gym, 1:30 pm18 All-Pro Dad Meeting 8:00-8:45 am22 No School, Winter Break begins School reopens on January 5, 2015
Schedule a conference with our art teacher, Mr. Vargas
Mr. Vargas will be moving to his new assignment at Horace Mann beginning November 3. If you are interested in making an appointment to meet with Mr. Vargas during parent-teacher conferences, please send a
note to school. He will be here at Lincoln to meet with any interested families.
TRAFFIC AND SAFETY CHANGES
Thanks to the continued efforts of PTA and cooperation of the Lakewood Police Department, beginning October 27 a city crossing guard will be posted at Chase Ave.
IN ADDITION, sometime in the near future, signs will be posted indicating that no traffic will be permitted to turn onto Chase from Clifton between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm. Further, all northbound traffic on Chase Ave. will be required to turn right onto Clifton.
While these traffic changes may be inconvenient for drivers, especially the residents of Chase Ave., keeping your children safe is our number one priority. The crossing guard and traffic update will result in a safer, more positive experience for your children travelling to and from school each day.
Model Building Club News
The model club has had 2 meetings with the next scheduled for the first week in November. There are 10 members who are in fourth or fifth grade. All monetary support is through the Lakewood Education
Foundation and we thank the group for this support. For now, the students are working in pairs to build snap together models. Mr. McGuan, Mr. Browngardt and the students are finding that model building is living up to some of the goals and values stated in the grant: patience, achievement and double-checking work. This is also a great way to spend some after-school time with friends!
Picture Retake Day
Your child can have his/her school pictures retaken on November 11. Just send your original photos back in the
envelope they arrived in and no other paperwork is needed. If your child was absent for the first picture day, you will receive and envelope to send in with an order. If you don’t want to order, your child will still have his/her photo taken in order to appear in the classroom photo.
Margaret Warner Girls News
The girls are off to a busy start this school year! They have created their own club T-shirts and finished training to assist the vision-impaired elderly with their shopping at the Giant Eagle on Bunts, thanks to the help of their club sponsors: Mrs. Corrigan, Mrs. Wooley, Ms. Lynch, Mrs. Miller and Ms. Thompson. They met and worked with their new friends from the Lakewood Division of Aging on October 13th and October 27th, and are looking forward to their continued service to the Lakewood community.
The following girls are participating in this important community service club:Serenity Charlton
Elizabeth Humphreys
Maddie Jensen
Addie Smoot
Lily Broughton
Emily Stringer
Sophia Guiterrez
Kelsey Dalton
Una LoPiccolo
Rabecah Hamilton
Destiny Fernandea
Sophia Guiterrez
Malela Haggard
Gillian Macaluso
Lucy McIntire
Sophia Weiss
AnnaWeiss
Serenity Charlton
Una LoPiccolo
Sophia Yonkers
DanajahPhillips
These girls are leader examples of our school theme- “Lincoln: Leading to be a Better World”.
PTA COUNCIL NEWSJoin Our Book ClubLove Books? Lakewood PTA members (and new members) are invited to attend the Lakewood PTA Book Club, October 30th, 7pm at Panera Bread.
We'll be choosing our first book! Bring your suggestions, but no more than 3, please.
The Lakewood PTA Book Club meets every 4th Thursday of the month. *November & December is the 3rd week.
Can't make it? Message us or email [email protected]. We'll let you know what we're reading and where we are gathering in November.
Buy Cleveland Save Around BookThe Lakewood Council of PTAs is selling the Cleveland Save Around Book. These books are great because they focus on local businesses and services that families actually use. The cost is $20 and PTA will receive $10 per book to benefit all Lakewood PTAs. Just using 2 coupons on average will pay for the book!
Contact [email protected]. We can deliver your book--or books. They also make good gifts. Take a look at the book, http://savearound.com/coupon-books/details/867/Cleveland-2015/1
Join PTA for LunchJoin Lakewood PTA for lunch at the Ranger Cafe on November 18th, 12:30pm. All PTA Members and guests are welcome! Come meet your fellow PTA members and other members of the Lakewood community.
The Ranger Cafe is located at Lakewood High School. Check out lakewoodcityschools.org for pricing/menu and directions.
Make your reservation by emailing lakewoodcouncil@ gmail.com. Space is limited.]
Holiday Lighting Contest
Lakewood Council of PTA would like to announce our Annual Lakewood Holiday Lighting Contest - a great way to get in the holiday spirit! We want to literally light up our city with all your festive light displays!
Registration for the contest is $25. Single Family Homes, Double Homes, Apartments and Businesses are all able to complete in one of four categories: ‘Whimsical Wonderland’, ‘A Classic Holiday’, ‘Welcome to the Griswold’s,’ and for our businesses – ‘A Salute to Higbees’.
The deadline to enter is Wednesday, Dec. 10. Registration forms can be picked up at every Lakewood school office starting Nov. 3. More information regarding the contest will be made available on the Lakewood Council of PTAs Facebook page and our website, which can be accessed from Lakewood City Schools website.
All holiday displays must be completed by Saturday, Dec. 13. Judging will be done on Dec. 14 & 15 with winners announced on Dec. 17. This year’s celebrity judge is a fellow Lakewoodite and Fox 8 News Crew member Kenny Crumpton! State Rep. Nickie Antonio will be helping us judge our businesses with their creative storefront windows!
More info will be out soon. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
While cleaning out the attic at my mom’s house, I found this flyer in my elementary “school box”. Some things stay the same---the message is still a good one!
Flu season is upon us and here are a few healthy tips to follow:
Avoid close contact with people who are ill. The flu spreads from person to person.
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Respiratory droplets contain the flu virus.
Stay home from school when you are ill. Children can infect others beginning one day before getting symptoms and up to seven days after getting sick.
Wash your hands often. Use warm, soapy water and dry with clean towels.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread when you touch something that has germs on it and then touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Drink plenty of water. A well-hydrated body has a better chance of fighting infections.
Keep your immune system strong. Eat a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables, and be sure to get regular exercise and plenty of sleep.
Speak to your Doctor about getting the flu shot
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm
From the School Nurse:
The Lakewood School Nurses do vision screenings for all students new to the Lakewood Schools and all students in Preschool, Kindergarten, and grades 1,3,5,7, and 9. If any vision problem is suspected, the parent/guardian is notified by mail.
If you have received a notice that your child should have a complete eye exam, please be sure to schedule an appointment with an eye doctor as soon as possible. It is very important for your child’s well-being and education.
The School Nurses are involved with the Sight for Students program which may provide free eye exams and glasses to children in qualifying families. Families whose income is less than 200% of the poverty level may qualify. If you qualify, you will be given a list of eye doctors who participate.
We are happy to help with this program. Please call your schools’ Health Center.
Health Center Telephone Numbers: Telephone Lakewood High School 529-4019 Garfield Middle School 227-5762 Harding Middle School 227-5788 Emerson Elementary School 227-5747 Grant Elementary School 227-5529 Harrison Elementary School 227-5545 Hayes Elementary School 227-5565 Horace Mann Elementary School 529-4259 Lincoln Elementary School 227-5713 Roosevelt Elementary School 227-5732
Peggy Brown, RN
227-5129
Katy Corrigan,RN
227-5395
Physical Education News:
Hello, I am excited to return to Lincoln on November 3rd for the rest of the school year and am looking forward to a great Physical Education year for all students.
My Physical Educator’s pledge to Lincoln Students includes the following:-Establish a positive, safe learning environment for all students-Create maximum opportunities for students of all abilities to be successful.-Teach a variety of physical activities and make P.E. class fun and enjoyable.-Facilitate the development, importance and maintenance of physical fitness.-Promote student integrity and good sportsmanship-Guide students into becoming skillful and confident movers-Provide specific, constructive feedback to help students improve motor skills.-Prepare and encourage students to gain skills and be active for a lifetime.
My expectations for Lincoln Students:-Try their best-Stay on task-Wear Tennis Shoes and proper P.E. Attire-Cooperate with others-Be Safe in all their activities-Be respectful and kind-Have Fun-Pay attention to the teacher
If there is a time when your child cannot participate in P.E. due to injury or illness please send me a note. If it is longer than 3 days, please send in a doctor’s note. Lastly, please make sure that your child brings tennis shoes every day to class
Special events to look forward to this year:
Jump Rope Club 4th & 5th Graders (November-February) Jump Rope for Heart Grades K-5 (February) Family Fitness Night Grades K-5 April 16th
Dare Basketball 5th Grade (March) Field Day Grades K-5 (May 29th)
Also, if you are on Twitter please follow me @lkwPE to see what your child is doing in Physical Education class.
Thank you,
Mrs. Anderson ([email protected])
