The Communicator - Lincoln Consolidated Schools

The Communicator
LincoLn consoLidated schooLs | spring 2013
In this issue...
Board Meeting Schedule
District Calendar
Free & Reduced Lunch Info
Lincoln Phone Directory
Lunch Prices
School Closing Procedures
& Much More!
Kindergarten
Roundup
March 4-8
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Appointment
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Lincoln Phone Directory
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Ellen Bonter, Superintendent ....................................................484-7001
bontere@lincolnK12.org
Carl Vannatter, Exec. Dir. of Finance & HR. .............................484-7042
vannatterc@lincolnK12.org
Richard Schaffner, Exec. Dir. of Curriculum .............484-7000 ext. 7658
schaffner@lincolnK12.org
Linda Burkett, Exec. Dir. of Student Services ...........................484-7054
burkett@lincolnK12.org
Chris Westfall, Athletic Dir.. ......................................................484-7013
westfallc@lincolnk12.org
Karen Thomas, Food Service Dir. ...........................................484-7072
thomask@lincolnK12.org
Tammy Opfermann, Lincoln Senior Center Dir. .......484-7000 ext. 7557
opfermant@lincolnk12.org
Vicki Coury, Communications & Info Svcs. ..............484-7000 ext. 7274
couryv@lincolnk12.org
Mary Markgraff, Transportation Dir. .........................................484-7044
markgraf@lincolnK12.org
Community Education. .............................................................484-7007
Transportation Info Line ...........................................484-7000 ext. 6041
Bemis Farms After-School Phone ............................ 484-7000 ext. 7411
Bishop Elementary School ...............................................484-7074
Carol McCoy, Principal .......................... mccoy@lincolnK12.org
Brick Elementary School ..................................................484-7031
David Northrop, Principal .................... northrop@lincolnK12.org
Childs Elementary School ................................................484-7035
Jeffery Petzak, Principal ........................petzak@lincolnK12.org
Early Childhood Center .....................................................484-7070
Mary Aldridge, Principal .......................aldridge@lincolnK12.org
Lincoln High School ...........................................................484-7004
Mandy Stewart, Principal ...................stewartm@lincolnK12.org
Lincoln Middle School ......................................................484-7033
Christopher Roberts, Principal ...........stewartm@lincolnK12.org
Model Elementary School ................................................484-7045
Mary Aldridge, Principal .......................aldridge@lincolnK12.org
BOARD OF EDUCATION
2013
President
Kimberly A. Samuelson
Vice President
Yoline Williams
Secretary
Jennifer LaBombarbe
Treasurer
Gregory J. Gurka
Trustee
Jennifer Czachorski
Trustee
David McMahon
Trustee
Connie Newlon
BOARD OF EDUCATION
2013
MEETING SCHEDULE
All Board meetings are held
at the Community Center and
begin at 6:00 p.m. (unless
otherwise noted)
*Board Workshop
March 11
March 25*
April 15
May 6
May 20
June 10
June 24
July 15
August 12
August 26
September 9
September 23
October 14
October 28*
November 11
November 25
December 16
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A MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
“I am a Lincoln Railsplitter and a citizen of Splitter Nation!”
These words erupted from my mouth recently and received a
loud round of applause from an audience of Superintendents
from across the state. I had just finished presenting the good
news about Lincoln Consolidated Schools.
Would you like to hear the good news, too? There is much to
celebrate this spring at LCS.
Most of you know our history. You know how we began with
an educator’s dream of reaching and teaching rural students.
You know how that dream united thirteen independent school
communities into one consolidated school district. We take
pride in our pioneering spirit, of being a district of firsts, of being
a premier learning community.
The reorganization of our elementary schools and programs enabled us to create a Spanish Immersion
Kindergarten and First Grade classroom. We are encouraged by the success of the program and are preparing to
expand our offering to include second grade.
A new group has formed to work on opportunities for improved communications and relationships across our
school community. This PR and Marketing Task Force is comprised of parents, faculty, and Board of Education
members. It is an action oriented group and has already launched a variety of initiatives such as our Parent
Information Nights.
We have embarked on an ambitious quest to increase student achievement by continuing to improve what
happens each and every day in our classrooms. Our faculty meets regularly in groups to examine the data
related to teaching and learning. These groups are called data teams. They ask very challenging questions
and determine answers that improve instruction. This is truly exciting work which will lead to positive results for
students.
I am energized by the professionalism of our staff, by the excitement for learning that I witness daily in our
students, and by the sense of community I feel when I declare, “I am a Lincoln Railsplitter and a citizen of Splitter
Nation!”
Ellen Bonter
Superintendent
Parent
Calling System
SIGN UP!
Last year Lincoln Schools implemented an automated calling
system to improve parent/school communications. With the
Edulink Intouch Parent Notification system you quickly and
efficiently receive important school information directly to your
family via phone, email, or text message.
As part of the fall registration process you received a letter with
information on how to register your own contact information
online. If you need a new letter, contact your school office. You
will be able to set your preferences on how you would like to
receive messages from Lincoln Schools.
Uses of this system include snow day notifications, student
attendance, and school events. We are very excited to bring this
communication tool to you!
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LINCOLN SPANISH IMMERSION PROGRAM RETURNS IN 2013
Lincoln offers a unique opportunity for your child to learn Spanish in elementary
school. Lincoln Consolidated Schools has started an exciting new program
to immerse students in the Spanish language while teaching the elementary
curriculum. This program started with a single K-1 classroom in September 2012
as part of Bishop Elementary School’s multi-age program. We will add a classroom
each year until we have a K-5 program. As the program grows, we will evaluate
opportunities to expand Spanish offerings into middle school and high school.
Immersion teaches the same curriculum as any other classroom. The primary
difference is that the language of instruction is Spanish in this classroom. Specials
and assemblies remain English for these students. The Spanish Immersion
students are also fully a part of the multi-age Bishop Elementary School and will
experience the High/Scope approach to curriculum delivery. One of the significant
benefits of this type of program is that children are immersed in a second language
when they can learn it naturally. Natural learning is how we learned our native language. It is the easiest way to
learn a second language before our brains age, making second language learning more difficult. Students in these
programs develop a near native fluency that, when nurtured, can allow bilingualism to flourish.
The program has been very successful over the course of the first year with parents giving very positive feedback and
very impressed with how rapidly the children have grown to understand Spanish language and respond appropriately.
Many parents with children in the program are excited about enrolling their younger children in future years.
The benefits of being bilingual have been studied a great deal over the past few decades and include
• Positive effect on intellectual growth.
• Greater flexibility in thinking, better listening, more sensitive to language
• Improved understanding of native language
• Opportunities to meet new people
• Understanding of other cultures and appreciation for differences
• More prepared for high school and college
• Improved job opportunities and salary potential
To learn more, attend a Spanish Immersion Information Night or contact Jeremy Reed (jeremy@
lincolnspanishimmersion.com). Information night will be held at 6:30 p.m. on March 18 in the Bishop Elementary
School Media Center. Visit www.lincolnspanishimmersion.com to learn more about language immersion and its
benefits.
CENTRALIZED
ENROLLMENT
With the start of the school year, we implemented a
centralized enrollment process for grades K-12 to better
serve all of our families, both district residents and through
school of choice. ALL enrollments are now taken at the
Business Office located in Brick Elementary (west end
offices) at 8970 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti between 8:00
a.m. and 3:30 p.m. See box for documents you will need
to bring with you.
While the process will differ a little in terms of the required
paperwork depending on what grade level your student is
enrolling in, or whether or not you are a resident or school
of choice parent, you will now come to one place to do
everything.
You can check online for enrollment forms and more
information at www.lincolnK12.org.
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
DOCUMENTS
Please bring with you:
• Proof of Residency
• Tax Bill
• Rental Agreement or Receipt
• Mortgage Statement
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Child’s Immunization Record
Child’s Original Birth Certificate
Previous Report Card or Transcripts
(if available)
School of Choice Approval Letter
(if applicable)
Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
and METS (if applicable)
You can contact the Lincoln Business Office
staff at 734-484-7042 or email russell@
lincolnK12.org with questions.
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POWERSCHOOL PARENT PORTAL SINGLE SIGN-ON
PowerSchool has introduced a new single sign-on for parents. This means that parents
can have one login to access all of their children’s grades and attendance (grades 6-12)
in one place. Also, parents and guardians will no longer have to share logins as each
parent or guardian can setup his or her own unique login and password.
On MARCH 12th, current account logins will be disabled and parents will need to create
a new single sign-on account. Instructions will be available on our website to assist with
this process. Student logins and passwords are not affected by this process.
PowerSchool has gone mobile! The PowerSchool for Parents app is available for
download from the Apple Store and compatible with the iPhone®, iPad® or iPod
touch®*. This app will not work until the single sign-on accounts are activated on March
12th.
If your family lives in any of the following situations:
REGIONAL ALLIANCE FOR HEALTHY SCHOOLS
More than a Bandaid…Quality Physical, Emotional,
and Preventive Healthcare
Your Lincoln school-based health center is here to help! We
have been conducting sports physicals for the upcoming
seasons and will continue throughout the year.
Services offered include physical exams, sick visits,
immunizations, nutrition counseling, mental health, and
psychotherapy.
There are no out-of-pocket costs, we accept students with or
without insurance. Call us today for more information and/or to
schedule an appointment at 734-714-9600.
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Monday/Wednesday/Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday/Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground
On the street
In an abandoned building, trailer, or other inadequate
accommodations, or
Doubled up with friends or relatives because you cannot
find or afford housing
you need to know that preschool-aged and school-aged children have
certain rights or protections under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education
Assistance Act. Contact the school district’s local liaison for homeless
education at 734-484-7054 for assistance.
COMMUNICATING
WITH THE LINCOLN
COMMUNITY
For your convenience Lincoln posts
school and sport schedules, school board
agendas/meeting minutes, dates for
important events, and much more in a
variety of formats.
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www.lincolnK12.org
Comcast Cable Channel 22
(available in York, Augusta, Van
Buren, and Sumpter Townships)
The Communicator Newsletter
website e-mail news and alerts
If you have any suggestions, comments, or
questions feel free to contact Vicki Coury at
734.484.7095 or couryv@lincolnK12.org.
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BISHOP ELEMENTARY UPPER HOUSE SCIENCE
Three of the Bishop Upper House teachers, Abby Smith, March Wells, and Heather Smith, are participating in
the University of Michigan ELECTS program this year. ELECTS – Elementary Educative Curricula for Teachers
of Science – is a grant program sponsored by the National
Science Foundation. It focuses on inquiry-based teaching
methods and how the approach impacts students’ conceptual
understanding and scientific practices. It’s an ambitious
teaching method, but it’s proving to be an excellent program
for both teachers and students. The program is using
Smithsonian Institution’s Science, Technology, and Children
(STC) materials for two different units: electrical circuits and
ecosystems.
In October and November, for the electrical circuits unit, these
fourth and fifth grade students made their own filaments and
test circuits, and then worked in teams to discover hidden
circuits. Students then used an index card, a paper clip, two
brass fasteners, two washers, chip clips, and a complete
circuit to build a functioning switch. Students built their own
flashlights based on circuit drawings they developed in teams
of two and using their knowledge of batteries in parallel and
series, decided if they wanted to build a light that would be
brighter or would last longer.
This has been an amazing program for teachers and students alike. Teachers are committed to the success of
this program, and students are enthusiastic, fully-engaged in their learning, and are soaking up new knowledge
and discoveries.
THE UNITY WALL AT MODEL ELEMENTARY
“Have you happened to see the most beautiful (Bulletin Board)
in the World?” I think the song says GIRL; however, when you
see the “WALL OF UNITY” bulletin board, which is on the wall
opposite of the office door, I think you would change the words
to the song as well!
We are celebrating the rich tradition of ancestry and ethnicity
by showcasing “Family Pictures” of all of our MODEL
FAMILIES. They are absolutely stunning and you just get a
warm and fuzzy feeling every time you walk by it and see yet
one more gorgeous family picture posted.
The idea behind this project is to showcase the wonderful
amount of diversity we have represented at Model Elementary.
“As a veteran teacher, I didn’t always have the beauty of
seeing the rainbow of color in my children, and the knowledge
that many first generation Americans bring with them into this
country! It is like watching Dr.. Martin Luther King’s dream come true, right in front of me!” states Mrs. Kim Porter,
emphatically.
It is a proven fact, with much research to back it, that children have raised levels of self esteem when they see
other people that look like them, whether it be a famous person on a poster, or another family whose picture they
see on the board. We teach “A sense of Community” all year long in Kindergarten and pre-K and what better way
to do it than showing off our gorgeous community that represents almost every single continent!
We offer many thanks to the very talented Miss Carol for so nicely creating our collage with different colored and
designed mats for the pictures that she puts up daily. We see the beauty in her creation; can you imagine how
boring it would be if it was done in one color and one design? Makes you think of what it would be like to have
a classroom of all one color and background. It is the diversity that exists in our school and our classrooms that
allows for so many wonderful lessons and projects to be carried out with such a touch of “unique” input from all
the fabulous places from which we come!
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TRAGEDY FALLS ON A “MODEL” FAMILY…. EVERYONE LENDS A HELPING HAND!
“Devastation” would be the only word one could use when pulling up to your house and seeing only the frame
that used to hold your home and all your personal belongings, and the fire trucks spraying down what USED to
be your kitchen, living room, and bedrooms. The home burned to the ground within thirty minutes. Luckily, there
were no family members in the house.
The affected family was one of our own. The child came to school the next day and told everyone in her
class about what happened. Staff members checked in on the family immediately and then began looking for
community resources to help them out. The family was grateful for any help the school could find for them.
“My classroom phone began ringing by 4:15 with parents calling to ask what they could do.” Mrs. Hicks stated. “I
couldn’t believe how many of the kids went home and told their families about the situation and how fast these
parents/families acted. These little ones were little missionaries!” Mrs. Hicks reports that within an hour she had
nine families with bags of clothes for the kindergarten child. “Next,” says Hicks, “Came the phone calls about
what kind of toys did she need; what did the grandmother need; families offering complete sets of dishes, pots/
pans, and appliances. It was unbelievable to see everyone just push everything aside to help out a family in
need.”
Finally, when it seemed the dust had settled, the final call came in for the night. Mrs. Hicks says that her mouth
literally fell to the floor when one of the parents in their classroom called to let her know that her sister wanted
to GIFT a trailer home to this family. “Mind blowing is all I can say...random acts of kindness that will never be
forgotten by any of us.” said a proud Mrs. Hicks.
We work on being “Bucket Fillers” every day, which is part of a book about imaginary buckets that we all carry
around, good deeds and words fill your bucket up, and mean things empty your bucket. One little girl said to her
mom, “Mommy, I want to fill her bucket by giving her my dollhouse so she has something fun to play with!”
“I am just so proud of my kids for going home and telling their parents that someone needed help and all the
selfless acts I saw happen in just a few hours is something I will never forget.” The family is in good spirits and
is obviously ready to move into their new home. It’s always a blessing when a tragedy can bring about so much
good. It proves to you that we do live in a world full of GOOD people.
STAFF RECOGNIZED BY
HOMELAND SECURITY
Several Lincoln staff members
were recognized by the
Department of Homeland Security
for their service to Lincoln
Consolidated Schools and the
children who live here.
BUDDY READING AT BRICK
Eight special adults from the Community Support and
Treatment Services of Washtenaw County come to Brick
Elementary for part of the day each Wednesday. These
individuals eat lunch with their helpers before going to an
empty classroom where groups of children from four different
classrooms come and read to them. Eight children at a time
from Mrs.. Brown’s, Mrs. Lehto’s, Mrs. Engelbert’s, and Mrs.
McKelvey’s classes take turns reading with these buddies
while they are here. It is a great experience for everyone
involved. The children get to practice their reading skills, and
the adults enjoy hearing the children read. Pictured reading
together here are first grader Ava and her buddy Denise.
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Have you visited the Food Service Department webpage at
www.lincolnk12.org? Click on the Food Service tab and you can
find monthly menus, policy updates, helpful information about the
program and nutrition, and links to websites to get more information
regarding school meals and healthy lifestyles.
You can also check your student’s lunch account balance, make a
deposit, see what they have been purchasing at breakfast and lunch,
and complete an online application for free or reduced priced meals!
If you do not have your username and password for Lunch Account
access, please email wonnellj@lincolnk12.org.
FREE & REDUCED LUNCH
2012 - 2013 LUNCH PRICES
Elementary ...........................$2.45
Middle School ......................$2.70
High School .........................$2.70
Milk (purchased separately) ..$ .75
Breakfast ..............................$1.20
Please direct questions and
comments about the lunch program
to Karen Thomas, Director of Food
Service, at (734) 484-7072.
Free and reduced-price meals are available to qualified families. Eligibility is based on family income and size.
If you think you may qualify, please fill out one application per family and return to any school office, or mail
to Lincoln Consolidated Schools, 8970 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Applications are also available
on our website at www.lincolnK12.org, under the Food Service tab. Applications will be accepted at any
school building, but please mark Business Office on the envelope to ensure prompt delivery.
If you received benefits at another school district, you will not be eligible for free or reduced meals at Lincoln
Schools until an application has been processed and approved. You may apply for free and reduced-priced
meals at any time during the school year. If you are not eligible now but have a later change such as a
decrease in household income or an increase in household size, you may complete an application at that time.
New applications must be completed every school year.
Breakfast @ Lincoln!
If there was a way to be less hurried in the morning, would you take advantage of it? If there was a way to
improve your child’s grades, would you consider it worthwhile? Breakfast at school could be the answer!
Finding the time to fit a healthy breakfast into your child’s daily routine is probably just as difficult as fitting it into
your own. Studies show that children who acquire the breakfast habit early are less likely to develop illness, while
successful in maintaining a healthy weight, good grades, solid attendance, and overall performance.
Breakfast is available at all buildings within Lincoln’s district. The price is $1.20 and menus can be found at each
school or on our website at lincolnk12.org under the Foodservice tab. If your children qualify for free or reduced-
priced lunch, they also qualify for free or reduced-priced breakfast!
ONLINE LUNCH ACCOUNTS
Parents may make online credit card deposits to student food service accounts using our secure food service
website. Please note that there is a $2.00 fee per transaction to cover processing costs. One deposit may be
split among more than one family member without incurring an additional $2.00 fee. Visa, MasterCard, and
Discover cards are accepted.
A parent user name and password are needed to review your student’s account and to process a credit card
deposit. To request a login and password please e-mail Jim Wonnell at wonnellj@lincolnK12.org. Include
student name(s), parent name(s), and home address. Please allow approximately 48 hours for a reply. Your
user name and password carry over to the current school year and will continue to give you access to your
child’s lunch account.
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BESSIE HOFFMAN SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY
“Not Just Your Ordinary Beauty School”
Tuesday-Friday….8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Located at 50700 Willow Road, Belleville, MI 48111
For appointments call (734) 484-3150
*Walk-ins are accepted before 10 a.m. for all services excluding chemical services.
DAILY SPECIALS
Tuesday
$ haircut
Tuesday/Wednesday
20% senior citizen discount
Thursday
$1 manicure/pedicure
SERVICES INCLUDE:
Haircut and Blow-dry style $10
Clipper Cut $9
Hair Coloring $20
Hi/Lo-lightening $32
Shampoo & Set $9
Shampoo & Style $15
Up-Do Style $20
Press-n-Curl $25
Braids (full head) $25
Perm $28
Relaxer & Style $30
Facial $14
Facial Waxing (per area) $6
Natural Nail Manicure $7
Pedicure $13
Cosmetology student Emmanuel Arcos won 1st place at the regional competition for Skills USA. Skills
USA is an organization geared towards career technical students. Students participate in a local
competition, in which the winner proceeds to regionals and then the best proceed to states. Emmanuel
went to regionals and competed against students from Washtenaw County, Detroit, Pontiac, and other
various places, and placed 1st. Not only did he place first, he blew them out by over 100 points.
THIS PROGRAM IS AN EXTENSION OF LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL ADVISORY CLASS
On your student’s second semester schedule, you will notice a new class called “Advisory,” which was
implemented during this semester at Lincoln High School. Advisory is part of our redesign plan, data driven, and
state recommended for academic improvement. Advisories have been shown to improve school climate and
communication, improve parent/community contact, and is a school-wide initiative that will reach all LHS students.
An advisory period is a scheduled time given during the school day to make connections between staff-students,
teach soft skills (study skills, time management, PBIS goals, anti-bullying), explore career development, and
monitor academic progress. This is a research-based concept, which improves communication, school climate,
student support, and academic achievement. Advisory at LHS will occur on Tuesday, starting on 1/29, between
2nd and 3rd hour for 40 minutes, and the lessons will be consistent building-wide in every class/teacher.
The LHS community is excited to see what Advisory can do to improve our students’ experiences, and how this
can put our school on the road to further success!
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATED AT BRICK ELEMENTARY
The annual program of remembrance of the life and leadership of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. was
presented twice in the beautifully restored Brick Auditorium on January 18th by Brick Elementary students from
Ms. Curmi’s fourth grade class. The students have studied his life, legacy of non-violence, and leadership in the
civil rights movement in America. Each student, on stage, alone at the podium, using a microphone, gave their
thoughts and ideas about the impact the life of Dr. King had on all of us. A slideshow photo-biography of the
history of Dr. King, his family and short life, set to music, followed the students’ portion of the show. The photos
included many of Dr. King himself as he grew up, his beloved family, the famous march on Washington, and
many other unknown photos from his remarkable and inspirational life. The music chosen to honor his legacy
included ‘”What the World Needs Now is Love” by Dionne Warwick, “We Shall Overcome’’ by Joan Baez, “A Place
in the Sun’’ by Stevie Wonder, and ‘’Dream On” by Arrowsmith. Portraits of Dr. King drawn by the students, and
picket signs designed by the students provided an appropriate background for the presentation. Each audience
member was asked to do an act of service for another person on the official holiday, Monday, January 21st in his
memory. Thank you to all who attended, classes, administrators, teachers, families and friends. We hope you took
a little piece of his dream of peace and love home with you. Congratulations to the class for a job well done, Dr.
King would have been proud!
STEM AFTER SCHOOL @ BRICK
A TIME OF SHARING
Each month, the Lincoln Senior Center and our Brick
Elementary friends join together for a “time of sharing.” This
program begins in September and runs throughout the school
year. There are giggles, smiles, and special times that are
shared by all.
Over the past few months we have written letters to the Troops
and participated in a variety of craft programs including making
Christmas cards (that were sold at our fall rummage sale) and
paper snowmen. But our favorite activity so far was decorating
gingerbread houses with lots of candy goodies. The seniors
enjoyed this activity just as much as the students!
If you are interested in joining us, please contact our office
at (734) 483-8366 for the dates and times of our next
Intergenerational activity. We’d love to have you. Nothing is
greater than sharing yourself & making memories with children!
Students from Bishop, Brick, and Childs Elementary Schools came together for five
Tuesdays this fall to continue inquiry-based learning. The program is funded by the
Department of Defense through liaison officer Greg Chappelle, and was facilitated by
Principal David Northrop and taught by Tech Ed. teacher Carole Ryburg. The program
is showcased at The National Center for the Advancement of STEM Education [ http://
nacase.org/].
The fourth graders built bridges that spanned distances and held weight. They
examined tension and compression forces. The children also learned tool use
and safety. They used hand drills and junior hacksaws to attach dowel rods and
cubes, forming towers. Tagboard spanned the towers, forming the deck. Blocks and
matchbox cars were the weights used for testing the strength of their designs.
The other inquiry involved the catapult. This study explored gravity, height, distance,
velocity, and levers. The challenge was to design and build a device that can launch
a ping pong ball a distance. The children competed to see who could launch with the
greatest accuracy and distance.
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LINCOLN THEATRE DEPARTMENT EARNS A
“ONE” RATING AT THEATRE COMPETITION
DISTRICTS.
On Saturday, January 26th, nineteen members of the Lincoln
High School Theatre Department competed in the District
Competition of the Michigan Interscholastic Forensics
Association’s Theatre Competition. The show was called
“Check Please: Take 2.” The plot: Guy and Girl break up
and then decide to date again. During the course of the play
they get one bad date after another. Some dates are merely
annoying, others are just ridiculous. Yet all are hilarious. To the
audience that is, because Guy and Girl are just frustrated by
these oddballs.
The competition results were a “One” rating (which is the highest score), awards for Laura Wynne, Senior
(Acting), Corinne Figarra, Junior (Set Painting), Lydia Mejia, Senior (Lobby Display), and the entire cast and crew
(ensemble work). The show was performed again on February 2nd at the Mid-Michigan Theatre Festival and
competed again at MIFA regionals on February 9th.
The next major event from the Theatre Department is the “All School Talent Show” on March 27th at 7:00. The
department will be following this with a production of the classic Greek tragedy, “The Women of Troy,” featuring
original music and a recreation of the fall of Troy under the Greek assault. This epic production will run from May
16th to 19th in the Lincoln Performing Arts Center.
LHS BANDS
This winter the band is preparing for important performances
including Michigan State Band and Orchestra Association’s
Solo and Ensemble Festival in January and Band Festival in
March. Along with learning bits of music theory for a better
understanding of scales and music, the band has performed at
varsity basketball games, the “Class of 2017 Parent Night”, and
an eighth grade presentation.
There were 88 band students that participated in the MSBOA’s
Solo and Ensemble Festival. These students participated in up
to three events consisting of solos, duets, trios, quartets, septets,
and chamber groups comprising of 52 total events. Out of these
events 39 events received a medal, 16 events moved on to the
state level of competition, and 78 students received a medal!
Congratulations to all the Lincoln HS Band students!
Solo and Ensemble Participants were Emily Aldanondo, Sarah Harmych, Aaron Porter, Connor Raines, Nathan
Berch, Renee Bryan, Matthew Carter, Cali Curlee, Andrew Duda, Hannah Farnung, Gabriella Guerra, Samantha
Malley, Amadeo Roberson, Kal Stewart, Kym Thayer, Paige Trantowski, Kyle Wilhelm, Cara Yales, Lauren Bos,
Tristan Cadmus, Erika Graessley, Lexi Guziel, Victoria Hamilton, Kyle LaBombarbe, Anna Little, Ben McCleery,
Cassie Monty, Chris Myrick, Kip Schimmoeller, Kara Williams, Amanda Williamson, Arianna Wright, Pearl Xiao,
Zeaira Chestang, Sarah Coury, Carlee Drew, Sam Edwards, Camille Figarra, Abby Goddard, Elana Graessley,
Taylor Hanes, Taylor Jones, Andrew Konesko, Kris Lane, Steven LoDuca, Meredith Malley, Katelyn Morris,
Addison Mosser, Mikey Myles, Trevyn Payne, Alexa Schrock, Matt Studer, Michael Birdsall, Jarod Coleman,
Brittany Barros, Yvette Kirkland, Alexis Lee, Steven Hillebrand, Anfernee Milton, Samantha Jones, Eric Levitt,
Jamey Madsen, Trevor Tarvis, Gwyneth Andrusiak, Justin Scott, Erin Fugate, Irac Chaney, La’Asia Brooks, Chris
Avery, Sam Eby, Rachel Simonds, Emily Wright, Tiara Picou, Andrew Hart, Gabe DeVaughn, Ashley Jackson,
Olivia Reynolds, Victoria Morris, Jaylin Jones, Sarah Vandenbergen, Nadia Reed, Olivia Eccelstone, Lilly Talon,
Mary Kate Jackson, Tiffany Gillespie, Madison Froman, Alyssa Shepherd, Ashley Hough
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BRICK ELEMENTARY AND BISHOP PEN PALS
BRICK ELEMENTARY - MY DAD’S VISIT
By: Gabe Fry
My dad, Michael Scott Fry, is a soldier in the United States Army. He has
been training for four months. He is a second Lieutenant.
The students in Mrs. Trotsky’s fifth grade class from Brick Elementary
and Mrs. Smith’s fourth and fifth grade multi-age class from Bishop
Elementary became pen pals in November. The children have been
writing letters back and forth getting to know their pen pals and learning to
become better writers. On January 10, 2013 Mrs. Trotsky’s Class hosted a
friendship meet and greet.
The children were introduced to their pen pals. While enjoying a cup of
friendship the children were able to talk and get to know their pen pals.
The students will continue to write letters to each otherand the classes will
be planning monthly get togethers.
LHS ALUM SPENDING SEMESTER IN MEXICO
Ava Myles, 2010 grad and UChicago scholar, is spending winter
semester in Oaxaha, Mexico where that high school Spanish
she took is coming in handy. Living in the home of a local
family, she attends classes at the Instituto Cultural Oaxaha,
a former 19th century estate house. She is visiting historical
sites in Oaxaha, a former Aztec stronghold and cultural center
of the region. An unofficial fieldtrip was spent in the mountains
with classmates at the petrified waterfalls Hierve el Agua. Her
travels also will include trips to the pyramids and Mexico City for
a week.
He came home November 8, 2012. I was so excited. I had not seen him
since April 2012. It was great to see my dad again. He brought me some
souvenirs. He came to Brick Elementary for Veteran’s Day to talk to my fifth
grade class (Mrs. Trotsky’s Class) and share some of his army equipment,
as well as share many of his experiences. My favorite thing that he shared
was his backpack and how heavy it was to carry because it was filled with
food, army equipment, sleeping mattress and rain gear. He told us all
about the qualities you need to be in the Army. You need to be loyal, brave,
disciplined, and have integrity. I am very proud of my dad! He is my hero.
NEW PLAYGROUND FOR MODEL’S YOUNGEST
STUDENTS
In November Model’s youngest learners celebrated the opening
of their new playground with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Over
the past few years Model’s Early Childhood Program has grown.
With that growth there was need for more playground space
suited for children between the ages of two and five. The large
climbing structure and fence were moved from their previous
location, which was much smaller. A Clubhouse Climber was
purchased using Box Tops and Campbell’s Soup labels. A swing
set and sensory panels were purchased with bond money.
A sandbox was purchased using fundraiser money. The new
playground provides students with more equipment to play on
and space to explore. It has brought joy to many!
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LHS FEATURED ARTIST
The featured artist is Megan
Maroney. She is a 17 year-old
Senior. She has taken a well
rounded selection of art classes
here at school. Her classes include
Art I, Painting I and II, Metal, and
Drawing. Megan is interested
in fantasy art, but is open to
challenging and fun art endeavors.
Her favorite mediums to work in
are acrylic paint, watercolor, and
graphite. Megan is also an aspiring
tattoo artist. She is building her
experience in tattoo art by working
on adults over 18. She is also
taking online business courses
here at Lincoln to give her the skills
to run her own tattoo shop. Some
of her favorite artists include Kat
von D, Tommy Helm, and Oliver
Peck. Megan would like to know more about styles of tattooing like traditional, new school, and Japanese. She
also would like to have more experience with airbrushing and learning about graffiti-style fine art. Her work is
currently on display at the high school.
ART TEACHER FOR A DAY
Childs Elementary students Caroline Stone, Rylie Scharlach, and
Reghan Scharlach were able to be “Art Teacher for a Day.” This
opportunity was made available thanks to their amazing parents, who bid
on the “Art Teacher for A Day” item at the Childs Auction in November.
The girls got to spend the day teaching art with Mrs. Angel-- this was
a very memorable experience. The girls received their own art aprons,
had lunch, and stayed after school to create clay mugs for their family
members. Future art teachers….I think so!
KEITH HARING CEILING TILES AT BRICK
ELEMENTARY
Fifth Graders in Mrs. Angel’s art class studied the Pop Art
works of Keith Haring and created beautiful Haring-inspired
ceiling tiles for the school. The students had to collaborate
with other group members to decide on color choices and
designs. These amazing and colorful works of art are going
to be a permanent display throughout the hallways of Brick
Elementary.
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LINCOLN
COMMUNITY
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
1 Spring 2013
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
• 20th Annual Safety Town
(incoming Kindergarten and 1st Grade)
• Youth and Family Martial Arts Program
• Spring and Summer Swim Lessons
• Competitive Swim Club
• Soccer Program
• Summer Tennis Lessons
• Elementary Art Class
• Betts’ Army Wrestling Club
• Betts’ Army Wrestling Boot Camp
• Martial Arts Program
• Water Aerobics
• Lap Swim
Mondays and Wednesdays
:30- :00 p.m.
• Zumba Classes
ADULT
PROGRAMS
View Class Dates/Times
and Register Online!
www.lincolncommunityeducation.com
YOUTH
PROGRAMS
Family Pool Time:
Saturdays: 2:00- :00 p.m.
$3.00 per person
or purchase a pool pass.
20 visits for $ 0.00.
No Expiration Date!
$20.00 savings
High School Pool
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Community Education Office located in the High School near the Athletic Office
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RAILSPRINTER K RUN/WALK
LHS DRIVERS EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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Join the Lincoln community in participating in the RailSprinter 5k run/walk on
Saturday, April 27. There will also a one mile fun run! Both courses will highlight
Lincoln’s beautiful schools and amenities. The purpose is to build community,
promote healthy lifestyles, and raise money to buy flagpole banners. The banners
will highlight many of the great things Lincoln has to offer and will be placed
throughout the campus.
If you would like to participate as a runner or walker, please sign up through Community Education at www.
lincolncommunityeducation.com. GO LINCOLN!!
If you are interested in volunteering or sponsoring the event in some way, please contact Laura Van Zomeren at
vzmac@live.com. The event is sponsored by LMS Healthy School Alliance and interested parents.
THE ARISTOCATS KIDS!
Childs Elementary students are working hard every day at rehearsals in
preparation for this year’s musical, “Disney’s The Aristocats Kids”! Be
sure not to miss this amazing production!
Performances will be held Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23rd
in the Childs Gym. ON WITH THE SHOW!
LINCOLN SPANISH IMMERSION
Lincoln is halfway through year one of the region’s first Elementary School Spanish Immersion Program
at Bishop Elementary. We are now enrolling K-1 students for the fall of 2013. Please attend a Spanish
Immersion Information Night or contact Jeremy Reed (jeremy@lincolnspanishimmersion.com) to learn more
about this exciting opportunity for your child. Information Nights are March 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bishop
Elementary Media Center.
Visit www.lincolnspanishimmersion.com to learn more about language immersion and its benefits.
LHS YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW!
It’s that time of year again…high school yearbooks are on sale right now! This year’s theme is “You Tell Me,”
which is represented by the popular social media sites such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc. This theme was
designed to capture all aspects of student life in and outside of school. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own a
piece of history and a lifetime of memories. In addition, the book opens with the following quote:
“I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of
him.” –Abraham Lincoln.
To purchase a copy of the 2012-2013 yearbook, visit www.jostensyearbooks.com. Books are going fast, so it’s
important to purchase them as soon as possible. If senior families are interested in buying a senior ad, you can
visit www.jostensadservice.com for more information.
Lincoln rents classrooms to the following drivers education companies. Classes are held in Lincoln High
School.
All Star Driver Education
www.allstardrivereducation.com
734-665-7374
1-800-967-7719
Master Driving School
www.masterdriving.net
734-754-0488
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LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS
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Chris Westfall Athletic Director (734) 484-7058 (westfallc@lincolnk12.org)
Chris Roberts Middle School Athletic Director (734) 484-7033 (croberts@lincolnk12.org)
Sue Campbell Athletic Secretary (734) 484-7013 (campbells@lincolnK12.org)
Chris Grajczyk Community Education/Facilities Usage (734) 484-7007 (grajczyk@lincolnK12.org)
Kara Menzel Athletic Trainer (734) 646-5829 (menzelk@lincolnK12.org)
SPRING SPORTS
WOMEN’S
Softball March 11 Wes Strickland (734) 845-1839 Sticklandw12@gmail.com
Soccer March 11 Bob Stowe (248) 345-2714 stowe@lincolnk12.org
Track & Field March 11 Derek Gonzales (734) 484-7000 x7211 dg@lincolnpe.com
Tennis March 11 Rojelio Reyes (734) 478-3573 RRR08Rey@comcast.net
MEN’S
Baseball March 11 Justin Barber (734) 751-3321 jbarber32@gmail.com
Lacrosse March 11 David Palmer (734) 740-9008 dpalme14@gmail.com
Track & Field March 11 Derek Gonzales (734) 484-7000 x7211 dg@lincolnpe.com
Golf March 11 Gabe Crowner (734) 904-0531 crowner@lincolnk12.org
Please contact coaches directly for practice times, locations,
and sport-specific questions.
Attention Athletes: Pay Your Fees ONLINE!
Athletic Fees can now be PAID ONLINE through the Lincoln Community Education website! Visa, Mastercard,
and Discover Cards are accepted.
You may have an existing account if you have participated in Community Education classes since 2004 or
create a new account.
As a service to students and their families, the District is making available a student accident insurance plan for
your child at a very nominal cost. Brochures are available in the Lincoln Athletic Office.
LINCOLN EQUESTRIAN TEAMS - MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL
Students in grades 6-12 that are interested in riding your horse* for your school, please contact either Roxanne
Mayville (734-645-4918) or Faith Lewis (734-904-2193). Grades 6-8 compete in the spring for one meet and
grades 9-12 compete in September for at least three meets. Students currently in eighth grade will be able to
compete on the ninth grade team in the fall. There is a moderate fee to compete and there are also occasional
fundraising opportunities to assist in offsetting those fees. Rules and additional information can be found at www.
miha.org.
*There are non-riding team member opportunities available should you not have a horse. If you are interested in
riding as an avocation, horses from the community can be made available after some discussions to allow for the
proper matching of horse/rider.
It is a lot of fun! Come out and ride for SplitterNation!
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LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
MEET THE TEAMS!
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20th
6:00 PM
LHS EAST GYM
LINCOLN TICKET PROCEDURES
General Admission
Attention Middle School and High School Spring
Athletes who have not played a fall or winter sport:
SPRING athletic physicals and MHSAA consent
forms are due by Friday, March 1st for High School
and March 11th for Middle School to start the spring
sports season. Forms should be turned in to the
high school athletic office between the hours of
8:30 am and 4:30 pm. FAXED forms will not be
accepted.
High School Season begins March 11th.
Middle School Track season begins March 1 th.
Lincoln Consolidated Schools will charge $5 admission for all high school athletic events and $3 for all middle
school events. This fee applies to all adults, and all children over 8 years old.
Student Passes
Student passes will be available for purchase in the athletic office or at athletic contests. Student passes will be
sold for $25 and will admit the student to ANY home Lincoln contest with
a valid student ID. Passes will be available to all LHS and LMS students.
Passes will be sold for a pro-rated amount of $10 for the 2013 spring
season.
Family Passes
Family passes will be available for purchase in the athletic office or at
athletic contests. Family passes will include all members of an immediate
family, and will include two cards to be shared by family members. The
price of a family pass will be set at $125, and will be pro-rated to $75 at the
start of the second semester.
Senior Citizens
Senior citizens, age 60 years and older, may be given a guest pass upon
application to the Athletic Office, which shall permit them to attend all athletic events free of charge.
LCS Employees
Employees of Lincoln Consolidated Schools will be given free admission to athletic events with a staff ID badge.
This admission will include only the employee and not any additional guests.
MHSAA Tournaments
No passes will be accepted for any MHSAA tournament contests hosted by Lincoln Consolidated Schools.
The Lincoln Middle School Swim Team had another State Meet Qualifier! Jeremy Adams, a seventh grader,
travelled to Holt, Michigan to represent the Lincoln Middle School Swim team on February 2nd. Jeremy
qualified for two events, the 100 Individual Medley and the 100 Breast Stroke. Jeremy did an amazing job at
the meet and placed 31st in both events. Congrats, Jeremy, on being one of the best middle school swimmers
in the state!
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LINCOLN GOLDEN AGES SENIOR CENTER
Are you 55 years old or older and looking for something NEW? Then the Lincoln Golden Ages Seniors are
looking for YOU! We are a group of area seniors who enjoy being social and LOVE to have fun! Our Center
offers a variety of educational, social, and physical activities such as yoga, fitness, cards, bingo, community
resource speakers, computer classes, quilting and craft classes, monthly trips and intergenerational activities
with our Lincoln students. We are also involved in community outreach projects.
The Center is open Tuesday through Friday. Membership
dues are $15.00 per year. A hot lunch is also provided four
days a week for a nominal fee. If you are ready for a change,
stop by anytime to receive a copy of our newsletter and take
some time to visit with us.
If you call two days in advance to schedule lunch, your first
lunch is our treat! Make us your “Home Away From Home.”
We are located in Brick Elementary, west door entrance.
You may also contact us at (734) 484-7000 ext. 7557 or
(734) 483-8366.
SENDING A BIG THANK-YOU YOUR WAY!
The Lincoln Senior Center would like to thank all of you
who supported our Fall Rummage, Bake, and Poinsettia
Fundraiser last December. It was another SUCCESSFUL
event! We not only had a wide variety of “treasures” for
sale, but “YUMMY” baked goods and beautiful poinsettias and Christmas cactus. Proceeds from this sale will go
towards the purchase of a much needed copy machine for our Center.
Mark Your Calendars Now!
Our Spring Rummage, Baked Goods, and Flats of Flowers Sale will be held in May just before Mother’s Day.
Think of us when you start your “Spring Cleaning.” We will start accepting rummage donations in March.
DELIVERING CHRISTMAS CHEER
During the month of November & December a “Giving Tree”
resided in the Lincoln Senior center filled with a 100+ gift tags.
Seniors were asked to turn the tags into purchases of crafts,
toys, and books and then to place their wrapped items back
under the tree. Two weeks before Winter Break these items
were delivered to our Lincoln Elementary students.
Also during the month of December, another way the members
celebrated the “Holiday Spirit” was by adopting eight area
families and providing them with a “Christmas Meal.” Each
basket was complete with a turkey and all the fixings, canned
goods, and some extra goodies.
BUNDLE UP, IT’S COLD OUTSIDE!
It’s that time of the year again for the Lincoln Senior Center
annual cold weather Hat & Mitten Drive.
Each year in November our members start collecting and
making hats & mittens for their annual cold weather drive
for our school district’s elementary students. The goal of this
program is to make sure that no child will go cold this winter.
To date, over 200 hats & mittens have been donated to this
program.
Deliveries have already been taken to Brick and Model
Elementary Schools, with efforts continuing into February for
Childs and Bishop Elementary Schools.
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March
5-7 Michigan Merit Exam-Schedule for
high school students to be determined;
Students K-8 report full day
14 Students K-12 report a.m. only; K-12
Parent-Teacher Conferences p.m. &
evening
15 Students K-12 released 2 hours early;
Professional Development
28 Students K-12 no school; NCA in a.m.;
Teacher comp time in p.m. End of third
quarter; Spring Break Begins
29-Apr. 5 Spring Break
April
8 Classes Resume
19 Students K-12 released 2 hours early;
Professional Development
May
22 Senior final exams; Students K-12
report full day
23 Senior Final exams; Students K-12
report full day; Last day for seniors
24 Students K-12 released 2 hours early;
Professional Development
27 Memorial Day Recess—No classes
31 Commencement - 7:00 p.m. EMU
Convocation Center
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2012-2013 MASTER CALENDAR
Be sure to check individual school calendars
available on web sites and sent home with students
for details regarding events at individual schools.
School Hours 2012 - 2013
Elementary
8:50 a.m. to 3:51 p.m.
8:50 a.m. to 11:51 a.m. a.m. only
8:50 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. early release
Middle School/High School
7:40 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.
7:40 a.m. to 10:41 a.m. a.m. only
7:40 a.m. to 12:28 p.m. early release
June
HS/MS Final Exams; Students 6-11
report a.m. only; Students K-5 report
full day
6 HS/MS Final Exams; Students 6-11
report a.m. only; Students K-5 report
full day
7 HS/MS Final Exams; Last day for
students; Students K-11 report a.m.
only; Teacher workday in p.m.; Last
day for teachers
ATTENTION ALL KROGER SHOPPERS!
We need your help. It’s free and easy. Kroger will give a donation each time you scan your Kroger Plus card
or use your phone number at the register. Several Lincoln organizations participate in the Kroger Community
Rewards Program.
Go to www.Krogercommunityrewards.com. When the web site opens click on “Create an Account” and follow
the prompts to get started. You will receive an email with details on how to choose a group. Click on the link in
the email to register the organization you want to support.
Organization Name Organization Number
Lincoln High School (Parent LINC) 90998
Lincoln Middle School 83684
Brick Elementary 83681
Childs Elementary 83521
Lincoln High School Band 82565
Lincoln High School Class of 2013 90018
Lincoln High School Soccer Program 83184
Do you use your phone number at the register? Call 877-576-7587 to get your Kroger Plus card number.
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Lincoln Board of Education
8970 Whittaker Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Kindergarten
Roundup
March 4-8
Call 484-7045 for an
Appointment
ECRWSS
Postal Patron
NON-PROFIT ORG.
U.S. Postage Paid
Ypsilanti, MI
Permit 268
2013 KINDERGARTEN
ROUNDUP
~Kindergarten students must be five years old by November 1st~
If you have a child who will be five (5) years of age on or before
November 1, 2013, and are a resident of the Lincoln Consolidated School
District, call 484-7045 to learn more about Kindergarten Roundup. You will
be added to our district mailing list to receive information about our combined
screening and enrollment process for any of our kindergarten programs.
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Kindergarten Roundup provides an opportunity for us to become acquainted
with you and your child. During your scheduled appointment time, your
soon-to-be-kindergartner will participate in a brief screening, while parents
complete enrollment paperwork.
The following information is REQUIRED to enroll at Lincoln Consolidated
Schools. Please bring the following documentation with you at your
appointment time:
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State Certified Birth Certificate - ***ORIGINAL COPY ONLY
Doctor’s Official Immunization Record- Current/Up-to-date
Health Appraisal Form
Other documentation is required if your child receives or has received
special services:
•
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Current IEP & MET
504 Plan
Proof of Residency
•
Drivers’ License showing current address – REQUIRED
Out of district residents will need to apply through School of
Choice. The application window opens in mid-April.
PLUS - One of the following documents in your name at your current
address:
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Copy of Rent / Lease Agreement
Property Tax Bill
Purchase Agreement / Mortgage Statement
Additional information needed if residing with someone:
•
Residency Shared Household Affidavit (Resident must provide two
Proofs of Residency)