Ms. Cruz, Ms. Atkachunas and various students attended the BOE meeting to share their work with mindfulness. Students shared their rabbit breathing and slogans used to regulate emotions and decrease stress. Students have learned yoga, breathing, mindful jars and coloring may relax the mind. … [Read more...] about BOE Learns to be Mindful
Dino-man Visits 2nd Grade
Students in second grade had a visit from Dino-man compliments of the PTA. The students really enjoyed the presentation! … [Read more...] about Dino-man Visits 2nd Grade
Leprechauns spotted in the Halls!
The K and PreK students were on the lookout for the leprechauns today. The tricky leprechauns played tricks and left some gold. Happy St. Patrick's Day! … [Read more...] about Leprechauns spotted in the Halls!
Second Grade Design Storm Resistant Communities
Second graders worked in teams to design storm resistant buildings and communities. Students needed to consider many factors in their design process. … [Read more...] about Second Grade Design Storm Resistant Communities
Trait of the Month: Open-mindedness
This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Open-mindedness. We want the children to learn to be tolerant of ideas, culture, people, foods, and experiences. The students may not always agree with one another, but they can learn to listen, summarize and maybe even reflect on a different perspective. The teachers will teach open-mindedness by discussing points of view in literature, history or resolving a conflict between two students. Parents can develop open-mindedness by having students experience a new cultural event such as the Rutherford Multicultural Festival on May … [Read more...] about Trait of the Month: Open-mindedness