Dear Lincoln School Community,
Yesterday, the number 3.14 was on everyone's minds as students participated in a series of fun math games and activities in honor of the number Pi. Thank you to the many parent volunteers who assisted, and a special note of gratitude to our parent coordinators, Mrs. Joudeh and Mrs. Pianelli, as well as our staff for helping facilitate the lessons.
Report cards will be going live on the Genesis Parent Portal on Friday, March 21st at the end of the school day. Report cards are essential tools of communication between your child's teacher and you, as parents and guardians. I look forward to continued collaboration between home and school as we work together to ensure your child's academic success. If you have any difficulty accessing the portal, please email our Genesis helpdesk at genesis@wyckoffps.org.
On Tuesday, our 4th graders were treated to a visit to the historic Wyckoff Zabriskie House. Students had an opportunity to learn about the early settlers that lived right here in our own hometown. Thank you to the District Curriculum Department, our 4th grade teachers and staff, and the Zabriskie House volunteers for supporting and facilitating this visit.
Please join us on the evening of Wednesday, March 19th for the annual Lincoln School Science Fair! We look forward to seeing the experiments, explorations, and exciting research done by our young scientists. The Lincoln School Science Fair will be held from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Wednesday, March 19th, in the Lincoln School gymnasium.
This year, the Wyckoff Education Foundation (WEF) marks its 35th Anniversary, and will celebrate this anniversary with a special event that will take place on April 8, 2025, at The Brick House. I encourage you to attend and join in recognizing the incredible contributions WEF has made to our schools. Since its inception, WEF has raised over $2 million to support educational programs, initiatives, and resources that enhance the learning experience for students in the Wyckoff School District. Their dedication has helped provide valuable opportunities for our children, and this milestone event is a chance for us to show our appreciation and continue that tradition of support. Please see the invitation here for full details about the evening. I hope you will consider attending this celebration to connect with fellow community members and contribute to the ongoing success of WEF and our schools.
The Third and Fourth Grade Spring Concert will be held on Wednesday, April 2nd at 2:00 pm in the gymnasium. We look forward to hearing the musical talents of our 3rd and 4th graders!
Finally, I ask for your help in keeping our parking lot safe, particularly during the busy morning drop-off time. With the nicer weather ahead, I expect an increase in bikers and walkers. Please follow all posted signs, use the designated drop-off area, and avoid blocking traffic. We also ask that you drive slowly, remain patient, and always watch for children, especially by the crosswalks. Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our school community safe!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Patrick Lee
Principal
IMPORTANT DATES:
Monday, March 17 - BOE Meeting - 6:00 pm
Wednesday, March 19 - Science Fair - 5:30 pm
Monday, March 21 - Report Cards available online after school
Wednesday, March 26 - Author visit
Friday, March 28 - Dad’s Night 6:30 pm
Wednesday, April 2 - 3rd/4th Grade Concert - 10 am for Students/Staff, 2 pm for Parents/Guests
Thursday, April 3 - PTO Meeting 9:15 am MPR
Monday, April 7 - BOE Meeting - 6:30 pm
Tuesday, April 8 - Literary Lions Grades 3-5 Library 3:20 pm to 4:10 pm
WEF Fundraiser - The Brick House 7pm
Monday, April 14 to Friday, April 18 - Schools Closed Spring Break
Tuesday, April 22 - Grade 5 visits EMS
Tuesday, April 29 - Grade 2 Trip
Wednesday, April 30 - Grade 5 Giving Back Fundraiser 3:20 pm
Grade 5 Transition Night at EMS 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
FRIDAY FOLDERS (Click here to view Friday Folder documents):
Lincoln School after School Program Classes-Spring 2025 (NEW)
WEF Anniversary Celebration (NEW)
Author Visit - Mr. Jay Order Form K-2 (NEW)
2025 Spring Tennis Lessons
2025 Spring Gold Flyer
Incoming 6th Grade SAVE the date - Fairview Lake Overnight Trip
Lincoln Loves Reading Calendar 2025
Pi Day Digits Contest 2025
2025-2026 Preschool Announcement
Summer Academies - Music
LINCOLN LOVES READING CHALLENGE:
Lincoln Loves Reading month challenge is almost halfway completed. As announced last week, we are working as a whole school community to 'Read through the height of all the Lincoln grownups' before the end of our reading month on Friday, 3/28. Students in all grades are welcome to participate! Books that a student (or Lincoln grownup) reads independently, listens to on audio books, reads with someone, or is read aloud to all count! Below is the link to send in the books you finish!
https://forms.gle/vTLgs7DN5PR2fvYY6
5th GRADE PARENTS:
Current grade 5 parents, please click here to view the Save the date for Fairview Lake Overnight Trip in the fall.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION:
Parents and guardians of incoming Kindergarteners, please click here for information on registering your child in the digital portal for September 2025. If you have an incoming Kindergartener who will be five years of age on or before October 1, 2025 that will be attending Lincoln School in September, please email Mrs. DiMeglio at mdimeglio@wyckoffschools.org so that we may begin planning accordingly. When registering, please select that your incoming Kindergartener is a sibling of a current student, by using the drop down indicating that your older child attends Lincoln School.
SUMMER ACADEMIES - MUSIC CLASSES:
We are thrilled to announce the exciting new music program being offered at the Wyckoff Summer Academies this year! Our dedicated Wyckoff music staff will be hosting engaging classes right here in town, designed to give your child a head start on their musical journey—whether it's learning an instrument, singing in chorus, or preparing for auditions at any of our Wyckoff schools.
Here are some of the classes that your child might be interested in joining:
Instrumental Inspirations: Students can get a head start on a new instrument or refine their skills, taking them to the next level! With the help of this program, our instrumentalists can become stronger performers and develop skills that can make them eligible for next-level programs like Jazz band and All-County Band! This program is available for both band and strings.
Center Stage Workshop: This dynamic program is perfect for students preparing to audition for the spring musical. Participants will learn acting, singing, and dancing skills to become a true triple threat. The week will conclude with a mock audition, giving students a chance to practice and showcase what they've learned.
Pitch Perfect!: If you loved the movie and a cappella, this is the class for you! Students will explore new vocal warm-ups, group singing techniques, and even have opportunities for solo performances, all designed to help them reach their full vocal potential.
Music Video Workshop: Dive into the world of music videos by learning the basics of choreography, lip-syncing, and performance. By the end of the week, students will complete an exciting group video project to share with friends and family.
Bucket Beats: Have a blast on a bucket! You’ve seen the street performers and viral videos, now is your chance to be part of the music. Students will develop rhythm and ensemble skills while having fun!
Garageband - Create, MIx and Record: Explore an exciting world of music production. Learn the basics of creating and mixing loops to make your own songs. We offer opportunities with microphones, and MIDI keyboards.
Please take a moment to review the Wyckoff Summer Academies brochure, which includes detailed class descriptions for all classes offered. For the best viewing experience, we recommend using a regular computer. The brochure is also available on the Wyckoff Schools website under "Programs and Services."
Class registration opened on February 3rd. If your child is available for a week or more this summer and eager to become a more confident performer, we would love to have them join us!
Feel free to reach out to your student’s music teacher with any questions.
NJSLA TESTING DATES:
Please note the following dates for the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) for students in grades 3-5. The assessments will begin after the morning meeting each day, at approximately 9:15 am.
English Language Arts (Grades 3-5) - Wednesday, May 7th and Thursday, May 8th
Mathematics (Grades 3-5) - Tuesday, May 13th, Wednesday, May 14th & Thursday, May 15th.
Science (Grade 5 only) - Thursday, May 22nd and Friday, May 23rd
COMMUNICATION NOTES:
For information about all school, district and PTO events, please visit our calendar on the Lincoln home page.
Be on the lookout for weekly e-blast updates from school and from our PTO, usually sent out over the weekend.
Please note that we also have an official Lincoln School Facebook page. Please be sure to "like" us on Facebook!
You may also follow Lincoln School on X @LincolnWPS and Instagram @wpslincoln.