K-4 Family Updates Newsletter |
Dear K-4 Families,
Our second graders took the stage this week to perform a collection of beautiful fall songs, along with one spooky seasonal favorite—"Ghost of John"! We had a full house to enjoy their sweet voices and festive ribbon routines. A huge thank you to Mrs. Hoffman and our second graders for all the hard work that went into such a delightful performance.
Important Reminder: Personal Items & Toys Please ensure students leave toys, playing cards, fidgets, action figures, and stuffed animals at home. These items cause distractions during class and lead to heartbreak if a cherished personal item is lost or broken.
We understand some students need items for the LEAP after-school program. If so, please place those items in a dedicated LEAP bag that stays zipped inside your child’s backpack during the school day.
Thank you for helping us keep the focus on learning!
You're invited to come to our Community Meetings! All staff nd students meet in the Learning Commons for some Community fun! Please wait until 8:10 to come in so we can get all of the students to their classrooms. We'll have a sign-up table in the lobby and "Friends and Family" seating set up between the Library and 3rd Grade hub. We hope you can join us!
Sincerely, Sarah |
OCTOBER 2026 10/20 - Dussehra Hindu 10/28 - Parent - Teacher Conferences - 1:35-4:00, by appointment 10/29 - Parent Teachers - 5:00-8:00, by appointment 10/30 - Community Meeting - Learning Commons, 8:15-8:45 10/31 - Halloween
NOVEMBER 2026 11/1 - Día de los Muertos Event - Lincoln School Movement Room (next to Reed Gym), 3:00-5:00 11/2 - PTO Meeting - Lincoln School Library, 7:30-9:00 pm 11/4 - Parent-Teacher Conferences - 1:35-6:00, by appointment 11/6 - PTO Movie Night - Smith Gym, 6:00-8:00 pm 11/8 - Diwali (Hindu) 11/10 - Bestu Varas (Hindu) 11/10 - Birth of Bab (Bahái) 11/13 - Commiunity Meeting - Learning Commons, 8:15-8:45 11/11 - Birth of Bahu'u'llah (Bahái) 11/11 - No School - Veterans’ Day 11/17 - ESP Appreciation Day 11/26 - Thanksgiving 11/26 & 27 - No School - November Recess
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Thank you to our community for a great in-person book fair last week!
The ONLINE portion of the fair is still open through Tues 10/27!
You can use leftover e-wallet funds to purchase books online. You are also welcome to donate your leftover funds to Share the Fair, or save them for a future fair (the funds will roll over if they remain unused).
Any families who would still like to purchase books and support the school can do so here through Oct 27. All proceeds will be used to purchase classroom books for teachers. |
The store is open October 21st through November 9th.
Please contact us if your family is in need of financial assistance:
Sarah Collmer, Principal (scollmer@lincnet.org) Shelley Moeller, Social Worker (smoeller@lincnet.org) Alison Bryan, METCO K-8 Academic & Enrichment Coordinator (abryan@lincnet.org) |
Sunday, November 1st, 2026 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Movement Room (by the Reed Gym) on the Lincoln Campus Admission FREE
All students, families, and community members are warmly invited to join us for a vibrant Día de Los Muertos celebration! Come together to honor loved ones, enjoy traditional treats - Delicious Churros & Warm Hot Chocolate - and experience the rich cultural heritage of this joyful holiday.
Ofrenda Photo Submission The ofrenda (altar) is a sacred traditional space created to honor and remember those who have passed before us. We invite our school community to contribute to this special display. Students are encouraged to turn in a labeled picture of a loved one who has passed (pets included) to Señora Sykes by Friday, October 30, 2026, if they wish it to be included in the Ofrenda.
Please make sure the back of each photo is clearly labeled with the student's name and the name of the loved one so that all pictures can be safely preserved and returned following the event.
Celebration Highlights - Community Ofrenda Display: Admire the traditional altar decorated with golden marigolds, bright papel picado, candles, and photos.
- Complimentary Treats: Enjoy fresh, sweet churros and authentic hot chocolate with family and friends.
- Cultural Experience: Learn about the symbolism, music, and art that make Día de Los Muertos a cherished time of remembrance.
We look forward to sharing this memorable and meaningful afternoon with you! |
Want to help at school? Join us as a compost helper!
Looking for a way to help at school? Join us as a compost helper! Volunteers guide students as they sort their lunch items—volunteer weekly, monthly, or quarterly.
Questions? Contact Green Team members Gwen Blumberg (School Librarian), Nicole McDonagh, (Kindergarten Teacher), or our parent and community volunteers: Emily Hasslet, Candace Pearson, or Lauren Wirth. We'd love to have you! |
We are featuring:
* The Daredevil Tamale (Chicken Tamale) OR The 3 Ring Bean Circus (Bean & Cheese Pupusa) * The Cannonball (cheese) Calzone * The Jugglers Melt & Carnival Balls (Lasagna Rollups & Meatballs) * The Clown Car Crust (Homemade Cheese Pizza) or The Ringmasters Garden (Homemade Veggie Pizza)
Our cafeterias are serving fresh, homemade breakfast sandwiches daily! Be on the lookout for Pumpkin Parfaits in the morning! Every student can receive one free breakfast with milk and one free lunch with milk every school day!
We offer four lunch options every day, giving students plenty of choices to find something they love Our lunches are served using the Offer vs. Serve models and students are offered all five meal components and must select at least 3 components, with at least one being a fruit or vegetable. Students who would like milk only or an additional milk with their meal will need to have money available on their meal account. Additional milk is $0.65 each.
We’re excited to offer students nutritious meals, plenty of choices, and lots of delicious local products throughout the school year!
Menus are always subject to change and you will be notified if there are any entree changes. Menus can always be viewed HERE. This is the best place to view allergy information, see the full menu with all of the offerings and view the menu in other languages.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Have a great day! |
Click here to view the Helping Kids Navigate Friendships to explore recommended book lists, articles, and podcast episodes from Dr. Damour on handling friendship breakups, bullying, and social conflict.
Quick Highlights from Dr. Damour’s Presentation: - Help Without Fixing: Sometimes kids just need a safe space to be heard before jumping to advice or a plan.
- Teach Healthy Conflict: Help kids move past passive aggression ("doormat with spikes") or aggression ("bulldozer") to stand up for themselves respectfully.
- Empower Bystanders: Remind kids they don't have to handle bullying alone—they can speak up, comfort a peer, or inform an adult.
- Create "Traffic Patterns": Kids find friends through regular shared activities—increasing their time in these spaces helps them connect with the right peers.
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Monday, Oct. 26, 2026 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Kennedy Middle School (Auditorium) 165 Mill Street Natick, MA 01760
For parents, caregivers, educators, and community members who support children and teens of all ages. Do mornings feel rushed? Is homework a daily challenge? Does your child need frequent reminders to get organized, manage time, start tasks, or follow through? Executive functioning skills—the skills that help us plan, organize, manage time, regulate emotions, and complete tasks—are essential for success at home, in school, and in everyday life. Sarah Ward will share practical, easy-to-implement strategies to help children and teens strengthen these skills and develop greater independence and confidence. Participants will learn how to support young people in organizing materials, managing time, breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating effective routines, and taking greater ownership of their responsibilities.
Participants will leave with tools to help young people: - Build effective study habits and homework routines
- Organize materials and manage tasks
- Better understand time and plan ahead
- Initiate and complete assignments more independently
- Develop confidence and self-advocacy skills
This interactive program will provide caregivers with practical strategies they can begin using right away to help children and teens become more organized, independent, and prepared for the demands of school and life.
Accessibility Spark Kindness is committed to providing events that are accessible to all community members. Please contact us with accommodation questions or requests at info@sparkkindness.org. Spark Kindness is an Autism Welcoming Organization. ASL interpretation is available upon request. Request must be made no later than 7 business days prior to event.
About Our Presenter Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP has over 30 years of experience in the treatment of executive dysfunction. She is an internationally recognized expert on executive function and presents seminars on the practical strategies she has developed with her Co-Director, Kristen Jacobsen. Together, they created the 360 Thinking Executive Function Program, which received the Innovative Promising Practices Award from CHADD. Their latest work, The Time Tracker Program—a groundbreaking three-volume book series—has received high acclaim for its innovative approach to shifting students from adult-managed to self-regulated time management. Sarah has presented to over 2,200 public and private schools and organizations across the globe. In recognition of their international impact on executive function skills in education, Sarah and Kristen were named one of the Top 10 Professional Development Providers for 2023 by Education Technology Insights Magazine.
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We’re excited to bring back the Chris Walsh Center’s Virtual Caregiver Support Groups for Fall 2026!
These groups provide a welcoming and supportive space for caregivers of children with unmet needs to connect with others who understand, share experiences, ask questions, and find community.
Sessions will be facilitated by Natalie McCollam, Neurodiversity-Affirming Mental Health Counselor, and are open to all caregivers of children with unmet needs. You do not need to attend every meeting—register for the series and join us for as many sessions as your schedule allows.
Fall 2026 Virtual Sessions: October 19 | November 9, 16 & 30 | December 14 6:00–7:00 p.m. | Online
Registration is now open! Space in a supportive community like this can make a difference, so we encourage caregivers to register now and join us this fall. Whether you can come to one session or all six, you are welcome.
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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
Dr. Jaron Green, METCO Director & Building Administrator jgreen@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400
Allie Sears, Student Services Coordinator asears@lincnet.org / 781-259-9400 x 1139 |
Joyce Jennings, RN - School Nurse jjennings@lincnet.org
Alana McLaughlin, School Nurse Assistant amclaughlin@lincnet.org
Tel: 781-259-9407 Fax: 781-259-2705 |
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Catalina Gonzalez K-8 Administrative Assistant cgonzalez@lincnet.org
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
Nanette LaRochelle Administrative Assistant to the Principals nlarochelle@lincnet.org / 781-259-9404 |
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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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