Hello Lincoln Families,

     I think we need a pep talk😀(click link). Even though Kid President isn't a kid anymore, his message is encouraging, powerful, and rings true!  Let me introduce myself! (When watching the Meet the Teacher slide make sure you click the presentation button on the top right-hand corner or the videos won't play). I am thrilled to be your child's 4th-grade teacher! 

     4th-grade is an important year for a child's growth and maturity. They begin to learn how to depend less on teachers and parents and become more independent learners. As your child's 4th-grade teacher, I have an important role in setting the foundation for the students to become lifelong learners.  It is a responsibility I take very seriously. I look forward to working with your child. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your child's 4th-grade journey! And like Kid President says, "Let's get to it!" 

     I apologize in advance. My blogs are not always this long, but since this is the first one of the year it's a little longer. Make sure you pay attention to the hyperlinks to Google Forms especially if you are interested in volunteering in the classroom or helping with parties. If you have any questions you can always email me. Thank you.

  

Welcome Back Letter 

(click to open)

Important Information 

We have a peanut-sensitive classroom. Below is a list of snacks and foods allowed in our classroom for everyday snacks, and holiday parties. All of these items need to be packaged and bought from a store, unopened with visible food labels. No homemade items.

Safe Classroom Snacks List (open link)

In addition, please make sure that everyday snacks sent in are also quick and easy for your child to handle. For example please no yogurt, pudding, uncut fruit, or messy items for everyday snacks. This avoids spilling on our school devices, furniture, etc.  Thank you for your understanding. 

We love to celebrate birthdays! For students who would like to celebrate their birthdays in our class please bring in non-food items. For example instead of cupcakes maybe pencils. 

If you are interested in signing up to volunteer to organize a classroom party(s) or bring in a food item(s), please click the links below and fill out the Google Form. Thank you for your consideration!

Halloween Party Sign-up

Winter Holiday Party Sign-up

Valentine's Day Sign-up

I'm so excited to finally have volunteers come into the classroom! If you are able to help in or out of the classroom please fill out the Google Form below. Thank you for considering and giving your time!

Classroom Volunteer Sign-Up

Important Dates

First Day of School: 9/7

Late Starts: 9/15, 9/22, 9/29 

Back-to-School Night: 9/20 from 5-5:45

Count Day: 10/6

Conferences Begin: 10/14

NO School-PD Day for Teachers: 10/18

Weekly Specials Schedule

No letter days this year!

Lunch 12:30-1:20: Specials will be the last 45 minutes of the day 3:05-3:50: A.M. Recess will be from 9:40-9:55 and P.M. Recess from 2:25-2:40 every day.

Monday P.E

Tuesday Music

Wednesday   No Specials

Thursday Library-Tech

Friday        Art

2021-2022 

Attendance Times 

 8:20 a.m. Students May Exit Cars and Busses

8:23 a.m. First Bell Rings- Report to Entry Door

8:25 a.m. Students Enter Building 

 8:30 a.m. Tardy Bell Rings 

 3:50 p.m. Dismissal 

Students enter at 9:25 a.m. on late start days 

Half Days Dismissal is at 12:04 p.m. 

Renee Abbott

Fourth Grade Teacher

Lincoln Elementary School

1102 Orchard Ave.

St. Joseph, MI 49085