May 22, 2017
Dear Lincoln Eliot Families,
I hope you enjoyed the spectacular weather this weekend. This past week the temperature inside at Lincoln Eliot fluctuated from the 50’s on Monday to somewhere in the 90’s on Friday!
Fidget spinners have become a distraction at school. Who has them and who doesn’t, flinging them in the classroom, sharing with only some students, “borrowing” them without telling the owner… and lots more examples of how spinners are doing the opposite of helping students focus. I kindly request that you have your child keep spinners at home. If your child needs a fidget then please let me know and we can brainstorm some alternatives.
What an incredible display of community on Wednesday at International Night. Thank you to all the teacher and parent volunteers. The variety of food and student talent was impressive.
We’re getting ready for Celebration Day on June 13. Please go to this link to see flyer and to print a volunteer signup form.
From the PTO
Friendly Reminder: The annual LE Teacher and Staff Appreciation Luncheon is this Tuesday, May 23rd from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the cafeteria. If you are donating side dishes, baked goods or beverages, please bring them to the Main Office at drop off on
Light a Fire for Literacy is happening on June 1
Parents of students in grades K-2 are invited to the cafeteria on June 1st at 8:30 to learn ways to support reading at home. There will be interactive activities, ideas for supporting your child at home, free book raffles and much more. This event is supported by Title 1.
Honor a Teacher While Supporting the Newton Schools Foundation
Are you looking for a way to honor and thank the exceptional teachers and staff who have motivated, educated and inspired your students to grow and achieve all year? Consider participating in Newton Schools Foundations’ Honor Thy Teacher campaign. This special program, now in its 20th year, enables families to thank teachers or other school personnel by giving a gift to NSF in their honor.
After receiving each donation (suggested amount – $25/teacher), NSF will:
· Notify the honored teachers and staff of your gift;
· Share the honoree names with the Superintendent and Principals; and
· List each of those honored in the Newton TAB.
You can make your tax-deductible donation on-line at www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org, or mail it to Newton Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 590020, Newton Centre, MA 02459. Please be sure to include the names of the teachers and/or staff that you are honoring. Or look for a flyer that will be sent home in your child’s backpack that includes a donation form.
NSF is a non-profit organization that raises funds to enhance the quality of education throughout Newton’s public schools. Your gift supports NSF initiatives including teachers’ professional development and new curricula and learning opportunities, including the following at the elementary level:
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Elementary Teacher Summer Writing and Research and Writing Institutes
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Responsive Classroom Training
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Instrumental Music Pilot Program at Lincoln-Eliot
Arts Night on May 24th
Join us for an evening of fine and performing arts.
6:30-7 4th grade chorus and instrumentalists
7:00-7:30 – 5th grade grade chorus and instrumentalists
Have a great week,
Jody
Upcoming Dates:
May 23 – Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
May 24 Arts Night
May 31- June 2 5th grade camping trip
June 1 – Light a Fire for Literacy
June 4 – Live Like Laura Road Race There are many opportunities to participate – run, volunteer, sponsor. Please refer to the website for more information
June 13 Celebration Day – we will need volunteers
June 22 1:30-2:30 Moving On Ceremony
June 23 Last Day for Students
