Why attend? Every Lincoln parent, guardian, and teacher is automatically a PTO member. Attending gives you the scoop on school happenings, updates from Principal Rehfield, and a chance to share your ideas. Plus, it's a great way to meet other parents and staff!

Join us from 6:00-7:30 PM on Wednesday, October 16th in person at the Media Center at Lincoln School, or virtually (Zoom Link | Meeting ID: 851 3168 9791 | Passcode: 9RemXiJf)

Thank you students for turning all those pages, reading all those chapters and asking your family, neighbors and friends for donations! 

We are SO PROUD OF YOU!! 

Donations can be made until October 11th. 

The fall book fair with Anderson's Bookshop will take place in the Lincoln Library the week of October 21, 2024!

• When: Week of October 21, 2024 - Shopping hours will be available after school and during family-teacher conferences. Students will have the chance to browse for books during their classroom library time. More details forthcoming!
• Where: Lincoln School Library 
• Volunteers are needed! We're in need of volunteers to help make the book fair a success. Volunteer shifts are available for set-up, teardown and staffing our shopping hours during the week. Click here to sign up to volunteer. 

The PTO Kindergarten Liaison team would like to invite Kindergarten parents to a Kindergarten parent social! 

• When: Thursday, November 7th | 5:30-8:30 PM. 
• Where: Taco Mucho, 220 Harrison St. 
• Babysitting is available at Kidcreate a few doors down ($20/child, ages 4+). Register in advance for babysitting. 
• Questions? Reach out to Hanne Weber (hanne.weber19@gmail.com). 
  Note: Financial Assistance is available, please reach out prior to registration. 

Sign up to be a Lincoln PTO Room Coordinator for your child's classroom! This program is designed to foster a strong sense of community and connection within Lincoln and the PTO. Check out the website to see our guide and learn more. 

What the PTO Room Coordinator(s) does: 

• Build Community: Foster a sense of belonging in each classroom by arranging meetups, offering PTO support, and welcoming new families.
• Serve as PTO Liaison: Share important PTO updates with the class and help recruit volunteers.
• Support the Teacher: Assist with classroom needs, including coordinating appreciation gifts, snacks, and celebrations.

Interested? Email Sarah Severson (saraheseverson@gmail.com) to sign up. 

We need your help collecting items for our students, teachers, and staff. Donations must be new or gently used.

Please drop supplies off outside the main entry starting Friday, November 1st, or contact Catie Walsh Headtke (walsh.catie@gmail.com) or Kate Arneth (arneth.kate@gmail.com) to arrange pick-up/drop off. 

All donations are due by Friday, December 13th.

Donate all your new and gently used books throughout October to benefit our Lions Read Lunchtime reading program.  

Books can be placed in the bin outside the front door of the school.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for the Costume Exchange! Congrats to the Green Team for another successful costume exchange!!!

The Lincoln World Language Program introduces all students to new languages! We are extending our enrollment until Thursday, October 10th. Sign up now!

• Languages Offered: French, Spanish, and Japanese, accessible to all students. Unfortunately, Chinese will no longer be offered due to low enrollment. 
• Class Schedule: Held once a week during lunch and recess, taught by experienced language instructors.
• Program Goals
  • Promote global awareness and cultural appreciation.
  • Encourage a positive attitude toward language learning.
  • Develop conversational skills through engaging, contextual activities.
• Activities: Games, songs, role-playing, Q&A, commands, storytelling, worksheets, videos, and crafts.
• Fees: Program fees are charged, with financial aid options available for qualifying families.
• If your student is unsure about committing to all 20 sessions, we offer a "bring a friend coupon." This allows enrolled students to bring a friend to try 3 consecutive sessions. Afterward, they can choose to enroll for the full program 

Sign up now!

Join Us as an Assistant Coach for Let Me Run!

No running experience required! Program has started, but there's still time to join!

We're looking for parent assistant coaches for Lincoln's 4th and 5th grade boys running club. 

Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays after school, starting mid-September. Each 1.5-hour session includes exercises, a practice run, and activities to build confidence and respect. The program wraps up with a local 5K race.

Commitment: Attend practices once or twice a week. The number of spots for boys depends on coach availability.

Interested? Email Katie (katie.r.bernhard@gmail.com) to volunteer for the Fall session. Learn more at letmerun.org.

Trekkers Fitness Program: Join us every Thursday for Trekkers, Lincoln's PTO-sponsored fitness program! This active program is designed for students in grades 1-5 and takes place during the lunch recess. Students will enjoy walking or running laps around the field, earning exciting incentives along the way.

Volunteers Needed: To ensure a smooth experience and the safety of our students, we're calling on volunteers to assist with the program. Volunteer duties include distributing lap cards, counting laps, overseeing the route, and encouraging the kids. Your help is needed on Thursdays, 11:15 AM-12:20 PM.

Program Schedule: Trekkers will resume in October. Sign up here to volunteer. 

Lincoln's favorite Carnival is returning this winter on Saturday, February 1st, 2025.

What is the Carnival? The carnival is a 75-year-old tradition that many Lincoln Families and Faculty remember fondly. It is a day of fun for people of all ages with carnival games, prizes, food, balloons, face painting, laughter and memories that will last a lifetime. More details forthcoming. 

Interested in Being a Volunteer? We are looking for a team of volunteers to help plan and execute this event and will be sending more information out about this soon!

We're Looking for Sponsors: If you have a lead for sponsors, please reach out to Lincolncarnival@gmail.com.

'Bake' by popular demand! Schoolhouse Kitchen 'Take n Bake' Baking kit fundraiser is a SPOOKTACULAR way to start the Halloween season! 

Bake with your kiddos and enjoy delicious treats! 

• Available Kits: Sugar Skulls ($40), Halloween Donut kit ($35) or Cinnamon Rolls ($25). 
• Purchase your kits here  (select "Baking Kit Fundraiser"). 
• Your purchase will benefit our school - $5 from each kit will be donated to the school 
• Order by October 16th!

Lost at Lincoln? Found with Mabel's Labels! 

Help items make their way back home by labeling clothes, water bottles and belongings with these amazing, washable labels! 

Fun Fact: 20% of all purchases benefits our school! 

• When: Friday, December 6 at 6 p.m.
• Where: North Riverside Classic Cinemas
• Featured Movie: Moana 2
• Additional fun: There will be fun activities for the kids and Moana-themed raffle prizes.

The upcoming school year is packed with tradition that your 5th grader will remember forever, including the 5th grade dance, talent show, outdoor ed fieldtrip, the yearbook, and more! 

The PTO is asking for a $30 contribution to help cover some of the 5TH grade expenses. Donate $30 here. 

SAVE THE DATE for October 9th, 'Dine out for Lincoln' at Portillo's! 

THANK YOU for supporting our first 'Dine out for Lincoln' at Lou Malnatis! You helped raise $780!

Every dollar that is received from the Lincoln Community by the PTO is used to help facilitate a better educational experience for our Lions and their teachers. Your donations are a tangible way to make a positive impact on the school as a whole, and help our kids and teachers be equipped to work together toward the common goal of a great education.  // TAP HERE // to make a donation today!