Third graders presented their science fair projects to family members today. We had a huge turnout! Scientists shared their hypothesis, testing steps and findings. Some students even shared variables and constants! What a fabulous introduction to the scientific method! … [Read more...] about Lincoln Grade 3 Science Fair
GT Gr. 6 Students Win Trophies at Business Competition
On Monday, June 10th, 24, 6th grade students in Mrs. Almaliah's Gifted and Talented class took part in the Business Competition held by the Bergen County Consortium of Teachers of the Gifted. After months of hard work creating a food truck and designing a marketing plan, menus, budgets, social media, etc. to create a well-rounded business suitable for a loan from the judges, all the teams met at Valley Middle School in Oakland for competition day. After careful deliberation from the judges, Pierrepont students took home trophies for two of the three categories and a third team won honorable … [Read more...] about GT Gr. 6 Students Win Trophies at Business Competition
Lincoln Citizens of the Month Tree in Full Bloom
Our Citizens of the Month tree in the front hallway of Lincoln School is in full bloom with the monthly positive character trait stars! The year-long character trait initiative concluded in May. The traits reinforced each month were: courage, perseverance, honesty, mindfulness/kindness, gratitude, optimism and open-mindedness. Nominated students who demonstrated that month’s positive character trait were selected by teachers or their community and a letter was sent home. … [Read more...] about Lincoln Citizens of the Month Tree in Full Bloom
Gr. 2 Community Gardens Yield Delicious Results
This year, Lincoln second graders visited Richfield Farm and Garden Center in Clifton to learn about planting. Each student received a seedling to plant in the two second grade garden plots on the side of the school. Due to a rainy Spring, the gardens grew bountifully. Ms. DeBouter's and Ms. Frietag's students made a huge salad of kale, celery, lettuce, and assorted herbs. Most of the students said it was delicious as they enjoyed the fruits (or vegetables) of their labor! … [Read more...] about Gr. 2 Community Gardens Yield Delicious Results