K-4 Family Updates Newsletter |
Dear K-4 Caregivers,
Happy April! April is Autism Acceptance Month and we will be sharing information about Autism, as well as highlight strengths the achievements of people with Autism throughout the month. Autism is a different way of thinking, learning, and experiencing the world. People with autism may be very creative, have intense passions, and need kindness, patience, and acceptance to thrive. This month we will learn how to understand and celebrate people with Autism.
March Book Madness came to an exciting close on Friday with this suspenseful announcement from Ms. O'Sullivan:
We kicked things off with 18 fierce contenders, each one fighting to survive the ultimate reading showdown. Round by round, the competition intensified - 18 became 8, then 4 - as only the strongest stories remained standing.
Now, it all came down to the Championship Battle - the biggest, most intense face-off of the season!
Two incredible finalists rose above the rest: Don't Trust Fish vs.The Shadow and the Ghost. It was a clash of creativity, suspense, and reader passion - but in the end, only one could claim the crown.
After every vote was counted and every voice was heard, the decision was made...
The Lincoln Foxes' 2026 March Madness Champion is...Don't Trust Fish!
A huge congratulations to our winner - and ato all the amazing b ooks that made this year's competition unforgettable!
Come to Family Literacy Night on April 14th for more reading fun! You can order pizza for a quick dinner before the event. Details below!
Sincerely,
Sarah |
K-4 Calendar & Important Dates |
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Religious and Cultural Observances are italicized
APRIL 2006 Autism Acceptance Month
4/1-4/09- Passover 4/5 - Easter 4/8 - Parent - Teacher Conferences, by appointment 1:35-4:00 4/9 - Kindergarten @ School Committee Student Learning Spotlight - 6:00 pm 4/10 - LPTO Meeting 4/11 - LPTO Parent Prom - Bemis Hall, 8:00 pm 4/12 - Orthodox Easter 4/14 - K-4 Family Literacy Night - 5:30 - Pizza orders ready in the Dining Commons
- 6:00-7:00 - Activities in the Learning Commons, Library and Main Hall
4/16 - 3rd Annual Cereal Dominoes 4/20-4/24 - No School - April Vacation 4/20 - Patriot's Day 4/28 - Lincoln SEPAC presents Sarah Ward - details below |
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
MCAS (Grades 3 & 4) May 7 & 8 - Math
COMMUNITY MEETINGS Learning Commons, 8:15-8:45
Next Meeting: April 17th May 15 - June 5
Please wait in the lobby until 8:10, sign-in, and be seated in the "Family and Friends" section.
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS 3:00-4:30
2+2=5 (Thurs.) 4/9, 4/16
Boys Affinity Group (Thurs.) 5/7, 6/11
Creative Sparks (Mon) 4/6, 4/13, 4/27
Girls Affinity Group (Thurs.) 4/9, 5/14, 6/11
SDGs for You and Me (Tues.) 4/7, 4/14, 4/28
LPS Step Team (Mon. & Thurs.) 4/6, 4/9, 4/13, 4/16, 4/27, 4/30 @ Lincoln
Teflon Yak Break Dance (Mon. & Tues.) 4/6, 4/7, 4/13, 4/14, 4/27, 4,28 |
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The kitchen is no longer selling cookies on Fridays. In lieu of cookies, students can purchase an ice cream for $1.00.
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.
NOW HIRING We currently have several cafeteria positions open at both campuses. These are school-year, benefited positions. If you know someone who may be interested, please encourage them to apply HERE or have them reach out to me with any questions. |
Happy Spring! We’re excited to share a few updates from the Food Service Department:
New Menu Items in April: We will be adding Cheese Pierogies and Buffalo Chicken Pierogies to the menu. The listed allergens are dairy, wheat, and soy. Please note that the dough also contains lupin beans. We will also be featuring oven roasted chicken thighs from Maine Family Farms and Jollof Rice. More product information is available HERE .
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Thank you Kelly Haley, SNS |
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Dear Lincoln School Composting Volunteers,
Thank you so much for your awesome support this school year! Since January, we have had six amazing volunteers helping out over multiple days. While this number is down from twenty unique volunteers from September-December, we still LOVE our volunteers and whether you joined us for one session or many, we truly appreciate YOU and your time.
As we look ahead to the end year, we are in dire need of volunteers and would be delighted to see you again– or to have you help spread the word about this important work we are doing in our school with others who might also be interested in volunteering.
If you'd like to spend time with your child as you volunteer, your child is welcome to join you at the compost table if they would like to pull up a chair and eat their lunch with you, don a pair of composting gloves, or use the coveted composting tongs!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or suggestions. Thank you again for your invaluable support!
Most sincerely,
Gwen Blumberg & Nicole McDonagh gblumberg@lincnet.org / nmcdonagh@lincnet.org |
Project 351 is a youth-led movement for change powered by a unified team of 8th-grade Ambassadors representing Massachusetts' 351 cities and towns. Over a one-year term, Ambassadors develop the courage, knowledge, and skills to make a positive difference in their hometown and our world. The result is awe-inspiring! Since 2011, 5,586 Ambassadors have positively impacted more than 1.5 million neighbors through Project 351 service. |
A line of boxes, tall and proud, Waiting for the cheering crowd. A single touch, a clicking sound, As breakfast tumbles to the ground.
Each falling box, a helping hand, To feed the families in our land. So bring a box and join the play, For our Cereal Domino Day! |
The Lincoln School Gear Store is open again! The store will be open through April 7. There are a few additions, including an Under Armor Hoodie and T-shirt with the combined K-4 Fox and 5-8 Knight logo!
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Thanks to the support from our PTO, families can fuel up and have fun at Family Literacy Night!
Click here or on the QR code below to order pizza and come early to eat in the dining commons!
$5.00 for 2 slices of pizza + drink |
May - 5/16: Car Wash
- Rain date: 5/17
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This fall for the 17th year, Sudbury Flag Football League will be running an organized flag football program in Sudbury. This is a non-contact contact version of football where young players can develop their passing, catching and defending skills.
The SFFL Is for BOTH Boys & Girls. The games will be played by the Official National Flag Football rules.
Each player who is placed on a team will receive an NFL replica jersey with NFL team colors with matching shorts and a flag belt and flags.
Registration for Sudbury Spring Flag Football League is open and we currently accepting applications for its 2026 Spring league for children who are currently grades K through 11. Games will be played on Sundays. There will be 8 regular season games plus play-off games. The majority of games will be played on the field turf.
If you are interested in having your child join the League, visit our website to register
We have a limited number of spots available. The first proposed date of the league is Sunday 4/12. The drop-dead date for registration is Friday 4/10.
Please do not wait till the last minute because once we hit capacity, we will NOT be able to add any new players. Unfortunately, last year we had to turn some players away. |
Date and Time: April 10th, 2026 at 4:00PM-5:30PM EST Grade Level: 4th–5th Grade Topic: Exploring Chemistry Through Slime Making
What Students Will Learn In this hands-on EmpowerSTEM session, students will be introduced to basic chemistry concepts by creating their own slime. Through this activity, they will explore how different ingredients interact to form new substances, focusing on ideas like mixtures, reactions, and changes in materials. The lesson is designed to make science fun, engaging, and easy to understand.
Activities - Guided slime-making experiment
- Discussion of how and why slime forms
- Observing changes in texture and properties
- Encouraging curiosity through questions and predictions
Goal of EmpowerSTEM Meetings Our EmpowerSTEM sessions aim to: - Spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)
- Build confidence in problem-solving and critical thinking
- Provide hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom concepts to real-world applications
- Create an inclusive, supportive environment where all students feel encouraged to explore and ask questions
For Parents We are excited to offer this opportunity for students to engage in interactive STEM learning. If your child is interested in participating, please complete this Google Form. This helps us plan materials and ensure a safe and organized experience for all students. |
6 Ballfield Road Lincoln, MA 01773 ph: 781-259-9404 |
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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 |
Kim Goldmacher, School Nurse Alana McLaughlin, School Nurse Assistant
kgoldmacher@lincnet.org Tel: 781-259-9407 Fax: 781-259-2705 |
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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 |
Kerri Martinec Student Services Administrative Assistant kmartinec@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 2203 |
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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. The town also has financial support available as well.
All applications are confidential. |
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