K-4 Family Updates February 13, 2026

Posted Date: 02/10/26 (08:00 PM)

K-4 Family Updates Newsletter

February 13, 2026

A green chalkboard with the text 'A Message from the Principal' written in white.

Dear K-4 Families,

What an incredible week at Lincoln School! Between high-energy tryouts and major milestones, the building has been buzzing with excitement. Here is a look at what our students have been up to:

Coaches Hamilton and Kearse wrapped up the LPS Step Team tryouts this week. We are all eagerly anticipating the energy and power these performers will bring to our community soon!

Tuesday was a day of celebration as we marked the 100th Day of School—which also served as the 1,000th day of school for the 5th graders! Students enjoyed a variety of creative counting and crafting activities to celebrate how much they’ve grown this year.

The Bentley Afterschool programs are officially up and running! This program holds a special place in our hearts; did you know it actually changed the course of Principal Peledge’s career? While originally studying business, his experience working with students in this program inspired him to become an educator.

Last night, two representatives from each 3rd-grade class attended the School Committee meeting to present their Student Learning Spotlight. They did a fantastic job explaining the four components of Morning Meeting: Greeting, Share, Activity, and Message. Our student ambassadors even led the Committee in a lively game of "Woosa!" During rehearsals, it was a joy to hear the students speak so positively about how these meetings help them build friendships and prepare for the day ahead. A huge thank you to our wonderful presenters!

I wish you all a restful and wonderful school vacation week!

Sincerely,

Sarah

K-4 Calendar & School Menus

Click here to access and subscribe to the Lincoln K-4 Google Calendar!

Religious and Cultural Observances are italicized

FEBRUARY 2026

2/13 - PTO Meeting - Large Conference Room, 8:15-9:30 am

2/15 & 16 - Maha Shivaratri (Hindu Holiday)

2/16 - Presidents' Day

2/16-2/20 - No School - February Break

2/17 - Lunar New Year (Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese)

2/17-3/18 - Ramadan (Islamic)

2/18 - Ash Wednesday, Beginning of Lent (Christian)

2/21 - International Mother Language Day

2/23 - Beginning of Great Lent (Orthodox Christian)

2/23 - Bentley Afterschool: Creative Sparks (1st-3rd), 3:00-4:20

2/24 - Bentley Afterschool: SDGs for You and Me, 3:00-4:20

2/26 - Bentley Afterschool: 2+2=5, 3:00-4:20

2/27 - PTO Enrichment for K-4 Students & Families: Ivy the Very Determined Dog - Auditorium, 9:45 am

MCAS (Grades 3 & 4)

March 26 & 27 - ELA (English Language Arts)

May 7 & 8 - Math

School Menus

Menus are always subject to change and you will be notified if there are any entree changes. The online menus are the best place to view allergy information, see the full menu with all of the offerings, and view the menu in other languages.

Click here to read the LPS Food Services FAQ!

We have a few highlights from the February Lunch Menu:

* February 23: Red's Best Fish Sticks - from the Boston Fish Pier!

* February 24: Cheeseburgers (or w/ no cheese) from Maine Family Farms

.....and Homemade Pizza featuring crust from The Good Crust in Maine!

You're Invited to Community Meeting!

Next Meeting: March 20th

Learning Commons, 8:15-8:45

Please wait in the lobby until 8:10, sign-in, and be seated in the "Family and Friends" section.

2026 Community Meeting Dates

April 17 - May 15 - June 5

Local Products on the Menu!

We continue to feature products from the following local companies on our menus: Maine Family Farms - featuring Burgers, Ground Beef & Produce - including Harvesting Good Broccoli; Growing Gardens - featuring local produce from MA; The Good Crust - Featuring local stone ground wheat Scillian pizza shells and dinner rolls; Slopeside Syrup - featuring pure Vermont made maple syrup; Red's Best Seafood - featuring Fish from the Boston Fish Pier; and Craic Sauce - Featuring locally sourced Craft Hot Sauce.

School News

Poster announcing an event with the text 'GET READY TO BE INSPIRED!' featuring two French Bulldogs and book covers.

Poster for The SpongeBob Musical Youth Edition presented by Lincoln School, featuring show dates and times.

Lincoln School Class of '26

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOL CLASS OF ’26 SAVE THE DATES

March

3/15: Trivia Night 6-9 pm at The Painted Burro, Waltham
(Adults only — no kids, sorry!)
3/15–3/29: Online Auction Fundraiser
3/27: Kids’ Fun Night with LEAP

April

4/13: Spring Coffee Drive Thru at
School

May

5/16: Car Wash
Rain date: 5/17

Poster for Sunday Night Trivia on March 15th at 6:00 PM at @Painted Burro, Waltham.

Please join the Lincoln School 8th Grade Parents Committee for our 2nd Annual Community Trivia Night at Painted Burro

Gather your crew (2–6 people), grab a cocktail, hit the nacho station, and settle in for a lively night of brain teasers, big laughs, and friendly competition. Adults from all grade levels — along with community members from Lincoln and Boston — are encouraged to attend.

We’re thrilled to have Lincoln’s own Dan Pereira emcee the evening's activities.

This isn’t just any Sunday night - it’s your chance to show off your random knowledge, claim ultimate bragging rights, and support Lincoln’s 8th Grade Class for their Spring Trip to Washington DC at the same time.

Warm food. Great drinks. Smart friends. Friendly Heckling. Questionable answers.

What more could you ask for?

METCO is Turning 60!

Lincoln Public Schools is a proud founding member of the METCO program, and this year METCO is celebrating its 60th year. As part of its 60th anniversary, METCO Inc. is looking to raise funds to support a variety of student programming and professional learning opportunities.

The bulk of METCO funding comes through state grants to participating districts, and this funding goes to support METCO transportation and district staffing costs, along with a number of local programs. But METCO Inc. also sponsors a variety of programs for participating students through its Boston headquarters. For individuals or organizations that may wish to donate to METCO’s fundraising efforts, they have set up a donation page. For any Lincoln-associated families or organizations that may wish to donate, please be sure to mention the Lincoln connection when filling out your donation. And thank you!

Lincoln Author: Ray Anthony Shepard

A flyer announces a presentation by author Ray Anthony Shepard titled 'Does Your Hustle Match Your Game?'

Lincoln School Foundation Updates

Lincoln School Foundation mission and grant updates. Students engage with technology and books in a library setting, fostering learning and engagement.

Lincoln School Foundation (LSF) Grants

Lincoln School Foundation funds grants like Tonies in the Lincoln School library.

Poster for 'Lincoln Lounge,' an adults-only event by Lincoln School Foundation, featuring wine tasting, a lounge band, tarot reading, silent auction, and photos.

Lincoln School Foundation presents Lincoln Lounge

Lincoln Lounge - Tickets on Sale Now!

The Lincoln School Foundation invites you to an elevated, adults only night out at the historic Pierce House on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7–10 PM.

Tickets are available HERE!

A green bin labeled 'Lincoln School Green Team' is filled with food scraps like apple cores and broccoli.

VOLUNTEER WITH THE GREEN TEAM

Sign up here: LINK

Questions? View our TRAINING SLIDES or contact a member of our Green Team:

Teachers:

Gwen Blumberg (gblumber@lincnet.org)
Nicole McDonagh (mcdonaghn@lincnet.org)

Parents:

Candace Pearson (candace.blodgett@gmail.com)
Lauren Wirth (laurenwirth4@gmail.com)

Community Member:

Emily Haslett (emhaslett@gmail.com)

Community News

Annual Yard Sign Design Contest

Start the new year with some creativity by participating in our annual Yard Sign Design Contest! The contest, entering its tenth year, kicks off today!

This year's theme is: NO IDLING.

The 2026 Contest Guidelines are available on the Encouragement page of our website. This contest is open to grades 2-8 and multilingual signs are highly encouraged!

All submissions are due by: Monday, February 23, 2026.

Watercolor illustration of a red brick building with blue sky and green bushes, next to text reading 'LINCOLN LIBRARY'.

FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS AT THE LINCOLN PUBLIC LIBRARY CHILDREN’S ROOM

VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE PARTY

SAT 2/14 AT 10:30AM

Get your winter wiggles out! Groove to children's songs, oldies, and pop favorites. This family dance party is best for ages 6 and under, but everyone is welcome. No registration necessary.

VACATION WEEK ACTIVITIES

Tues 2/17 at 10:30am - Puppet Playtime and Storytime

Wed 2/18 at 11:00am - Hip Hop Xpression Dance Class

Wed 2/18 at 4:00pm - Mystery Room: Alien Escape

Thurs 2/19 at 4:00pm - GearTicks Robotics Demo

Fri 2/20 at 3:00PM - Lego Club

For complete vacation week activity information and all programming, visit our website: https://lincolnpl.org/

Thank you to the Friends of the Lincoln Library for their programming support.

Lincoln Public Library's February Vacation Week schedule featuring Puppet Playtime, Hip Hop Dance, Alien Escape Mystery Room, GearTicks Robotics, and LEGO Club.

Contact Information

A student with a backpack walks towards a modern school building with large windows.

Lincoln School

6 Ballfield Road

Lincoln, MA 01773

ph: 781-259-9404

Administrators

Sarah Collmer, K-4 Principal

scollmer@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 2300

Alison Bryan, Interim METCO Director

abryan@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 1146

Allie Sears, Student Services Coordinator

asears@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 1139

Health Office

Kim Goldmacher, School Nurse

Alana McLaughlin, School Nurse Assistant

kgoldmacher@lincnet.org

Tel: 781-259-9407

Fax: 781-259-2705

Main Office

Nanette LaRochelle

Administrative Assistant to the Principals

nlarochelle@lincnet.org / 781-259-9404

Carolyn Morrissey

K-8 Administrative Assistant

cmorrissey@lincnet.org / 781-259-9408

Student Services

Kerri Martinec

Student Services Administrative Assistant

kmartinec@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 2203

Quick Links

Financial Assistance

If your student needs financial assistance, please review these links. Applications are submitted by US Mail or In-person Drop-Off or by Confidential Fax: 781-259-9246. EMAIL is not confidential.

Financial Assistance Application

Financial Assistance Verification Form

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application (Determination required for some programs if sharing is authorized)

Solicitud de comidas gratis y a precio reducido

The town also has financial support available as well.

Help with Finances, Taxes and Benefits

Emergency Assistance Fund

All applications are confidential.

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