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L I N C O L N C O N S O L I D AT E D S C H O O L S
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Spring 2004
Kindergarten
Round-Up
New
Sign-up for Community Education programs online
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Here comes the
Class of 2017
DIRECTORY PAGE
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lincoln Phone Directory
Central Office
Superintendent
Sandra J. Harris, Ed.D.
734-484-7001
Assistant Superintendent
for Human Resources
Marilyn Goodsman
734-484-7002
Business Services
Cathy Secor
734-484-7042
Curriculum Director
Kendra Hearn
734-484-7000 ext. 7658
Schools
Bessie Hoffman
Elementary School
Principal, Carol McCoy
734- 484-3150
Brick Elementary School
Principal, Deborah Stellar,
Ed.D. 734-484-7031
Childs Elementary School
Principal, Nancy Cook
734-484-7035
Early Childhood Center
Director, Christie Cadmus
734-484-7000 ext. 7220
Lincoln High School
Principal, Lon Proffit
734-484-7004
Lincoln Middle School
Principal, Lynn Cleary
734-484-7033
Model Elementary School
Principal, Barbara Rusch
734-484-7045
Redner Elementary School
Principal, David Northrop
734-484-7061
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Departments
Athletics
Director, Sid Wright
734-484-7013
Communications
Coordinator,
Kathleen Shields
734-484-7000 ext. 7121
Community Education
Director,
Liz Williamson
734-484-7007
Facilities Management
and Planning
Director, Jeff Allen
734-484-7037
First Steps/Washtenaw
484-7000 ext. 7316
Lincoln Board of Education
2003-2004
President
Gregory A. Peoples
(Term expires 2004)
Vice President
Julie B. Jenkins
(Term expires 2005)
Secretary
Gwyn Belcher
(Term expires 2004)
Treasurer
Jan Upston
(Term expires 2005)
Trustee
Tony Martin
(Term expires 2006)
Food Service
Director, Mary Kirkpatrick
734-484-7072
Trustee
Kim Samuelson
(Term expires 2007)
Lincoln Senior Center
Director, Helen Nafranowicz
734-484-7000 ext. 7557
Trustee
Jeff Stokes
(Term expires 2007)
Reading Specialist
Barbara Carroll
734-484-7000 ext. 7405
Special Education
Supervisor, Lisa Desnoyer
734-484-7054
Technology
Director, John McGehee
734-484-7000 ext. 7274
Transportation
Director, Mary Markgraff
734-484-7044
Transportation Info. Line
734-484-7000 ext. 6041
2004 Board of Education
Remaining Meeting Dates
Monday, May 24
Community Center 7:00 p.m.
Monday, June 7
Community Center 7:00 p.m.
Monday, June 28
Community Center 7:00 p.m.
Special meeting dates and times
will be announced.
On the Cover
A member of the Lincoln High School graduating
class of 2017 gets ready for kindergarten screening
screening..
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NOTE FROM SUPERINTENDENT
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
May, 2004
May
Greetings to the Lincoln Community,
I am delighted to have the opportunity to serve as the Superintendent for Lincoln
Consolidated Schools. I was the Assistant Superintendent and Interim Superintendent before moving into this position. I have enjoyed working here at Lincoln
Schools for almost six years! This position is a challenge, but it is one that I enjoy! One of the most rewarding aspects of the job is visiting the school buildings
and interacting with your children!
I am fortunate to work with a wonderful staff! One of the newest members of our
staff is our Curriculum Director, Mrs. Kendra Hearn. You will find an introduction to Mrs. Hearn on page 7. Also, in this issue, you will find information
regarding the Michigan School Report Card. I hope that this brings more clarity
to a rather complicated system. I am confident that we will be able to make the
necessary changes to improve our MEAP scores.
Beginning this fall, Redner Elementary School and Brick Elementary School will
be reconfigured to accommodate 1st through 5th grades. This grade reconfiguration will create more of a “community” within the schools and assist us in our
efforts to more closely monitor student achievement.
Also, a Citizensʼ Committee has been formed for the purpose of reviewing the
facility needs for Lincoln Consolidated Schools. If you are interested in participating on this committee, please call my office at (734) 484-7001.
In closing, I would like to thank the employees, parents, volunteers, and the community for all of your efforts in working to make Lincoln Consolidated Schools a
great school district. Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have questions or concerns.
Yours in education,
Sandra J. Harris, Ed.D.
Superintendent
In Memoriam
Walter C. Jenvey Jr., who was Superintendent of the Lincoln Consolidated School District
from 1973-1983, passed away in January. In addition to his academic and administrative
contributions to the district, Mr. Jenvey is remembered for his devotion to the Lincoln High
School Band program. In retirement, Mr. Jenvey continued to be a long-time Lincoln friend
and supporter.
The family has requested that those wishing to make a donation in Mr. Jenveyʼs honor
please direct it to the Lincoln Band Boosters.
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EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lynn Cleary gives the
Middle School choir the
thumbs-up sign after their
performance at a school
board meeting. The choir
performed partly in honor
of Cleary’s E3 award,
and partly to showcase the
talent that has earned them
awards this year.
Lincoln Middle School principal Lynn
Cleary received the E3 award from the
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerceʼs
Education Division at the Chamberʼs
May 4th meeting at Washtenaw Community College.
Award-winners must accomplish one
or more of the following:
E3 stands for Exemplary Educational
Endeavors, and is given by the Chamber every year to recognize educational excellence in Ypsilanti-area
K-12 public schools. While the award
is designed to award an individual
or group activity, effort or program,
Cleary is the first individual to receive
it since the chamber instituted the
program in 1997.
■ Increase parental/community
involvement
■ Provide enhanced educational
experiences for students and/or
teachers both inside and outside the
classroom
■ Prepare students to enter the workforce or develop lifelong learning
skills
■ Continue to improve the quality of
Ypsilanti-area K-12 public schools
“One of the benefits of honoring
outstanding educational opportunities
in our communities is meeting these
exceptional educators,” said Donna
DeButts, Community Relations
Coordinator for the Ypsilanti District
Library. “Our children are truly
enriched by them.”
Cleary has bachelorʼs and masterʼs
degrees from Eastern Michigan
University, and has taken extra course
work in educational leadership.
■ Pursue national educational goals
Middle School
principal Lynn
Cleary challenges a
soon-to-be 6th grader
to reintroduce himself
at her first honors
banquet in the fall.
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EVERYWHERE AT LINCOLN!
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
E3 - Everywhere at Lincoln!
Anitra Gordon, Lincoln High School
Retired media specialist Gordon continues her work with
Reading is Fundamental, putting three free books into
1,400 studentsʼ hands annually.
This year, the Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerceʼs
Education Division decided that the finalists for the
E3 awards deserved to be rewarded, too.
“The nominations reflect the diverse offerings at Lincoln Schools
and the dedication of many people to a great education for the
young people of their district,” said Donna DeButts. “We want
people to see how they are enriching our children, too.”
The following individuals and programs at Lincoln
Consolidated Schools received recognition:
Susan Sobbry, Reading Specialist,
Model Elementary School
Sobbry instituted the popular Family Literacy Nights at
Model.
Brick Elementary School, Building Brick Bridges:
Bridging the School and Community Gap.
Brick staff partner with Pfizer Corporation, General Motors Corporation, Junior Achievement and Big Brothers/
Big Sisters in this innovative program.
Jodi Thelen, Redner Elementary School,
Dinosaur Museum
Thelenʼs 2nd graders work together to learn science and
present it to other students and their families.
Math teachers, Bessie Hoffman Elementary School
Math teachers at Bessie Hoffman use the Borhenson
Hands-On Algebra math study program with their 6-10
year-olds.
Peer Mediation Program, Bessie Hoffman
Elementary School
Fourth and fifth grade students are trained to mediate
conflicts between fellow students.
Patricia Dahl, Phyllis Coleman, Gerri Kish, Peer
Mediation Program, Lincoln Middle School
Middle School students are trained in the art of dispute
resolution, a lifelong skill.
Lincoln Academic Development Center,
Lincoln High School
The center provides academic assistance for ninth and
tenth grade students who are in danger of failing classes.
Safe and Drug Free Schools Committee
Teachers and support staff throughout the district formed
a substance abuse and violence prevention task force. A
major grant they received now supports the Second Step
program throughout the district.
Lincoln Early Childhood Center Parent Committee
Early Childhood Center staff help parents become their
childrenʼs first teachers.
Help Wanted! Career Speakerʼs Bureau
Lincoln High School is looking for parents/guardians interested
in helping LHS students learn about and prepare for meaningful
careers. Members of this bureau will be asked to speak to groups
of students about what they do for a living, or possibly a hobby
they enjoy in their spare time. If you are willing to share information about your occupation or avocation, please contact Bea
Kuwik at kuwik@gw.lincoln.k12.mi.us or Darlene Markiewicz at
markie@gw.lincoln.k12.mi.us.
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PERSONNEL AND PROGRAMS
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
New to LCS: Curriculum Director
Kendra Hearn
The Curriculum Department welcomed its new director, Kendra Hearn, in December.
Mrs. Hearn brings to Lincoln a wealth of experience
in education. She began her career as an English
teacher in the Detroit Public Schools at Redford High
School. After her tenure with the Detroit school system, she accepted a position as a high school English
teacher in the West Bloomfield Schools.
While at West Bloomfield, Mrs. Hearn became their
first teacher certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Fewer than 200 educators
in Michigan have earned this certification.
While also with the West Bloomfield School system,
Mrs. Hearn garnered numerous state and national
awards, including one of educationʼs most esteemed
recognitions, the Milliken National Educator Award.
Mrs. Hearn then served as a Staff Development Consultant in the Macomb Intermediate School District.
“I feel that this position is a culmination of all of my
experiences and training in education,” said Mrs.
Hearn. “It is what I have aspired to do as an educational leader. Everyone has welcomed me warmly,
and for that I am thankful. I am excited to meld my
talents and energies for the benefit of student achievement and excellence here at Lincoln!”
Mrs. Hearn is a graduate of Cass Technical High
School. She received a bachelorʼs degree in English
from the University o f Michigan, 1993; a masterʼs
degree in education administration from the University of Detroit Mercy, 1995; and is currently a Ph.D.
candidate in Curriculum and Instruction at Wayne
State University. Mrs. Hearn resides in Detroit with
her husband, Donald, and two sons, Donny, age 7, and
Dylan, age 3.
New Appointments
The Board of Education voted to hire Marilyn Goodsman as the Assistant Superintendent for Human
Resources, and Carol McCoy as the Principal of
Bessie Hoffman Elementary School, at the April 26th
meeting. Both held the same positions in an Interim
status for the majority of the school year.
Congratulations!
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PERSONNEL AND PROGRAMS
Dr. Anitra Gordon honored by
Reading is Fundamental
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Understanding the 2003
Michigan School Report Card
Lincoln High School librarian Dr. Anitra Gordon recently
retired after many years with the district. Although Dr. Gordon requested a quiet send off, we have to share the news that
she was named Volunteer of the Year -– Northwest Region
-– by national reading support organization Reading is Fundamental (RIF).
As indicated in the letter that went home
about our schoolsʼ performance on the 2003
Education Yes! Report Cards and Adequate
Yearly Progress (AYP), our experience with
this new system of school accountability is
that the information is continually changing.
The following news release can be found on the RIF web site,
www.rif.org:
In the case of Brick Elementary School, the
schoolʼs composite grade was improved
from a “D Alert” to a “C” between the time
the initial letter was mailed and the time of
the public release of the school report cards.
Certainly we are delighted about our improved status in 2003, and will continue to
keep you informed of our progress in 2004
and beyond.
Long-time high school librarian Anitra Gordon knows that
reading is not at the top of most teenagersʼ to-do lists. This
is a challenge sheʼs faced since her first day at Lincoln
High School. But Gordon excels at the job of making 1,400
teenagers as excited about books as they are about the newest
fashion trend, video game, or TV reality show.
Gordon knows that teens enjoy selecting new books, too. So,
16 years ago, she made it her priority to start a RIF program
at Lincoln. “I realized what a great opportunity this was for
our students to get books to help their reading ability and just
to encourage the enjoyment of reading,” Gordon says.
The RIF program at Lincoln works, according to Gordon,
because the students are able to choose books they like. To
make sure she offers them books they are going to want,
Gordon reviews best-seller lists, library magazines, and
publishersʼ catalogs, and—most important—she talks to the
students. “I enjoy learning from the students,” she says.
“I like to keep track of what theyʼre reading.”
Gordon also keeps an eye open for authors and storytellers she can bring in as motivational speakers. Money raised
through fundraisers has enabled her to arrange visits from
several authors, including Tom Grace, Beverly Jenkins, and
Alfred Slote.
Additionally, we would like to take this
opportunity to clarify the reason why Model
and Redner Elementary Schools assume
Brick Elementary Schoolʼs MEAP status
and grades as outlined in the initial letter.
Simply, the English Language Arts MEAP
tests are administered at grades 4, 7 and 11.
The mathematics MEAP tests are administered at grades 4, 8 and 11. Of all the
subject-area MEAP tests that students are
required to take, the Michigan Department
of Education uses only scores on the English Language Arts and Mathematics tests to
compute AYP. Because Model and Redner
serve students in grades K-3, they do not
administer MEAP tests and are deemed
feeder schools to Brick Elementary. Feeder
schools under Education Yes! are assigned
the same AYP, school improvement status
and report card grades as the school they
feed into.
Likewise, if the feeder schools receive Title
I funds, as is the case with Redner Elementary, they are required to implement the
same interventions required by the No Child
Left Behind legislation.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lincoln Early Childhood Services
The Early Childhood Center, located in Model
Elementary School, offers a range of
comprehensive services for children from birth
through age 5. The center utilizes a model that
emphasizes that parents are a childʼs first, best
and most influential teachers.
The Early Childhood Center also includes
classrooms for Michigan Readiness, Head Start,
Early Childhood Developmentally Delayed and
the integration of Lincolnʼs Early–On Program
with First Steps Washtenaw. The goal of the
Center is to establish a primary prevention
community available to all families living in the
Lincoln community. Through strong parental
involvement, the Early Childhood Center is an
avenue promoting the improved social, cognitive, and physical growth of young children in
our community.
Pre-School
We are now accepting applications for the 20042005 pre-school program. Children who will be
4 years of age by December 1, 2004, and meet
income guidelines are eligible. For eligibility
information, contact the Early Childhood Center
at 484-7000, ext. 7220.
First Steps Washtenaw
Enrollment for the First Steps Washtenaw
program is ongoing. This program offers
playgroups for children birth through age 5.
Fall 2004 Kindergarten Round-Up Ongoing
Lincoln Consolidated Schools will continue to register kindergarteners throughout the spring
and summer months.
Families that are new to the district, or who may have missed kindergarten round-up, can call
Model Elementary at 734-484-7045 for an appointment.
CHILDREN MUST BE:
■ Residents of the Lincoln Consolidated School district
■ Five years of age on or before December 1, 2004
to be eligible for fall 2004 enrollment.
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EXTENDED CARE PROGRAMS
Bemis Farms Preschool and Daycare in Saline will
continue to provide preschool, before- and after-school
care in the Lincoln Consolidated Schools for the 20042005 school year.
Available programs include:
Pre-Kindergarten — Offered at Model Elementary
School, Pre-Kindergarten is a 1/2 day program for 4year-olds taught by an experienced teacher. Morning
and afternoon sessions are available.
K-Wrap Enrichmentt — K-Wrap is an Extended Care
program for kindergarten students. It is available at
Model and Bessie Hoffman Elementary Schools, and
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
provides an extra 1/2 day of learning and playing for
children ready for a full day of school.
Extended Care — Extended Care is offered for students
in grades 1-5 at Redner, Childs and Bessie Hoffman
Elementary Schools. Student can attend in the morning
before school, after school, or both.
Bemis Farms also provides all-day or half-day care for
those days when Lincoln Schools are closed for conferences, in-service training, or weather.
Families can call Bemis Farms at 734-944-1709 for an
informational and enrollment packet.
Share the Good News
Help us highlight all the great things happening in
Lincoln Consolidated Schools.
Send your news tips about students, teachers and
staff members to:
Kathleen Shields
shields@gw.lincoln.k12.mi.us
484.7000 ext. 7121
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PTO
Lincolnʼs PTO-Sponsored
Market Day in the News!
PTO president Marina Marzec and her
innovative use of funds raised by Market Day sales appeared in an article in
a Market Day publication:
Teacher Mini Grants - an
Alternative to the General
Fund!
Marina Marzec, chairperson of the
Lincoln Elementary PTO in Ypsilanti,
Mich., said when they first started
Market Day all profits were absorbed
into the general fund. After the first
year they created the Teacher MiniGrant program, which is completely
funded by their Market Day program.
Teachers can request up to $200 for
school-related needs. To apply for a
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mini-grant, teachers fill out an application stating what the money will be
used for, as well as how the teacher
has contributed to the PTO. Applications are reviewed by a teacher, a
principal and a PTO member.
Marina speaks at every PTO meeting
and at school open houses to let parents and teachers know about Market
Day. She encourages orders, recruits
volunteers and reports on how Market
Day funds are being used.
“Parents are more willing to support
a program when they see it is directly
benefiting students,” said Marzec. This
is evidenced by Lincolnʼs increase in
customers. Last year they averaged
about 80 customers per sale. So far
this year they have averaged a little
over 94.
Teacher mini-grant requests have
included books for classroom reading
groups, an athletic pedometer, whiteboards for students, supplies to make
ornaments for the Heritage Museum,
and an English/Spanish translation
device for a new student from South
America.
This is a great way to increase teacher
and parent awareness of Market Day!
Market Day brochures
come home with Lincoln
students every month.
Please support us!
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NEW PROGRAMS
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Safe and Drug Free
Schools
The Safe and Drug Free Schools
Committee meets once a month at
the high school. Members of the
committee include district teachers,
social workers, psychologists, nursing staff and administrators. Parents
are encouraged to join, and can call
Scott Snyder, assistant principal of
the high school and chair of the Safe
and Drug Free Schools committee,
for information.
The committee had a busy but exciting fall. First came the news that a
proposal submitted for a $106,000
grant would be funded. The grant
money is now being used to implement Second Step, a violence prevention program, in all of the elementary
schools. It also will now fund the
Life Skills Training program in use
in the middle school.
“We are the first program that has
been funded that is not medically
based,” said Snyder. “Right now,
all of the elementary school teachers
are either integrating Second Step
material into the curriculum or are
learning how to.”
Why Violence Prevention Is Important
Research shows that aggressive behavior in children predicts risk of later
delinquency, substance abuse, school dropout, early parenthood, and
depression.
Through the Second Step program, teachers recognize how to deal with
disruptions and behavior issues, and children learn how to:
■ Recognize and understand feelings.
■ Make positive and effective choices.
■ Keep anger from escalating into violence.
The program includes research-based, teacher-friendly curricula, training
for educators, and parent-education components. Some of the elementary
schools will be hosting Second Step information nights. For more information on Second Step and Life Skills Training, and a list of resources
for parents and advocates, visit www.cfchildren.org.
The “Safe” in Safe and Drug Free Schools
The next initiative the committee has been working on is the 2003 Homeland Security Grant. This grant provides schools with funding to plan
and train for a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear or Explosive
(CBRNE) event.
One representative from each building attended an initial training in
Lansing on April 6. They were joined by Deputy Jeff Gontarski of the
Washtenaw Cty. Sherrifʼs Department and Augusta Township fire chief
Vic Chevrette. The grant also requires that each building in the district
conduct a tabletop simulation of a major event, and the district host a
mock disaster drill.
The funding will allow the district to hire a professional safety and
response training firm to direct the tabletop exercises. Parents will be
advised in advance of these exercises, however, students will not be
included in any way in this phase of the training. The mock drill is in
the very early planning stages. However, both Deputy Gontarski and
Chief Chevrette have mock disaster drill experience and will coordinate
Lincolnʼs drill.
Once all grant requirements are met, Lincoln Consolidated Schools will
have a comprehensive school safety response plan assessed, updated and
implemented in each school building.
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ATHLETICS
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Soccer
In-House
Spring soccer is off and running. In-house teams play
each other on a weekly basis. Stop by the soccer fields behind Brick Elementary on Saturday mornings to purchase
t-shirts or sweatshirts, or to cheer for your team.
Fall soccer season starts in September, 2004.
Who can register:
Students in the Lincoln Consolidated School District
who are 3-13 years old
Can you coach? Prior experience is great,
but not necessary. We need you!
For more information, contact:
lincolnsoccer@comcast.net
or Lincoln Community Education
734-484-7007
Travel Soccer
These teams “travel” throughout the season, playing
teams from other schools and community recreation
programs (Dexter, Ann Arbor, Saline, etc.).
Travel Registration is June 10, June 11, and June 18
Ages: 9 and up. For more information, contact
Kathy Studer @ lincolnsoccer@comcast.net
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ATHLETICS
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Swimminʼ Women
The Lincoln Girls Swim Team is looking for members
for the Fall 2004 season. You do not have to be a great
swimmer. You just have to want to be part of a team
and have some fun.
There is a sign-up sheet posted at the pool, and there
will be a team meeting before the end of the school
year. Practices start the 2nd week of August. For more
information, contact Coach Kelton through the athletic
office.
H2O
Two parts heart, one part obsession!
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SENIOR CENTER
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lincoln Golden Ages Club
The Lincoln Senior Center is open year round for area residents age 55 and up.
You can get a delicious meal at the center four days a week. Meals are $2.00 for those 60 and older. The center also
offers health services, workshops, informative classes, fitness classes, ceramics, trips and more. Stop by and have
lunch with us one day (call and reserve space one day in advance).
For more information call Helen Nafranowicz, senior center coordinator, at 734-483-8366 or 484-7036.
Prettiest Flowers in the Garden
Members of the Lincoln Golden Ages Club pose with some of the plants and
flowers they sell during their Spring Plant and Bake Sale. The annual event
includes a mini-rummage sale; and is one of two major fundraisers the club
hosts each year. All monies earned are used to pay for the club’s expenses and
activities.
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SENIOR CENTER
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Members of the Lincoln Golden Ages Seniors make
sure the donations get that last little bit of tender
loving care before they go on the sale tables.
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HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln High School
Band News
M-I-C-K-E-Y, M-O-U-S-E was one
of the famous Disney tunes the Railsplitter Marching Band heard while
visiting Disney World January 23-28.
The LHS marching band was chosen
as the feature band to perform as a
prelude to the daily Disney Parade in
the Magic Kingdom. During the trip,
students and supporters enjoyed an
interactive breakfast at Planet Hollywood and spent time at Blizzard
Beach, Epcot, the Magic Kingdom
and MGM Studios. Other highlights
included a 3-hour clinic during which
the band recorded their own sound
track to a portion of the movie “Tarzan.”
Three days after returning from the
warm climate of Florida, a number
of students performed at the MSBOA
Solo and Ensemble festival at Livonia
Franklin High School.
The Varsity, Concert and Symphonic
Bands worked hard to prepare for
the MSBOA District Band Festival,
which was hosted here at Lincoln
on March 12 and 13. The bands
performed a pre-festival concert
on Thursday, March 4 in the High
School Auditorium.
In more recent band events, Lincoln
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High School hosted the MSBOA District 12 Band and Orchestra festival
March 6 and 7. The Lincoln bands
all medaled. Concert and Varsity
Bands, under the direction of Leslie
Schwegler and Cheryl Waldenmyer,
received IIʼs, and the Symphonic
Band, directed by Cheryl Waldenmyer, received a First Division rating.
The Lincoln Band Boosters did a
superb job of hosting the event and
we appreciate all of the students and
parents who donated extra hours to
make this possible.
net chamber ensemble; Brian Mitchell and Desi Turner in a snare drum
duet, Heidi Guck and Eve Lasswell in
a flute duet; Nicole Eldridge and Elly
Schmidt in a flute duet; Shane Allen
in a piano solo; and Amir Alexander
in a Proficiency II saxophone solo.
David Jenvey received a superior rating on a 9th grade trumpet solo, and
Megan Kenyon received a first division on a Proficiency II trumpet. We
are very proud of all the students who
made states and congratulate them on
their success.
Since our holiday break, the High
School bands were fortunate to work
with Mr. Keith Finke, a student teacher from Eastern Michigan University.
He is an instrumental music major
with tuba as his principal instrument.
Keith worked very hard with our
students, especially the Jazz Band and
we wish to offer him congratulations
on his recent graduation.
The middle of May will be extremely
busy for the Lincoln bands. On the
14th our Jazz band will compete in
a festival in Ohio. The next day, the
Marching Band will participate in
the Willow Run 60th Anniversary
Parade. Our final concert of the year
is the Collage Concert, Tuesday, May
18, at 7:30 pm in the High School
Auditorium. All are welcome to attend this free performance, which will
feature all of the Lincoln Bands and
other chamber ensembles. The band
also will be in the annual Memorial
Day Parade in Ypsilanti on the 31st
and the Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade.
On March 28, a number of Lincoln
band students qualified and attended
the MSBOA State Solo and
Ensemble, held at Chelsea High
School. The students who attended
were Shane Allen, Amber Andress,
Julie Beck, Mary Bradford, Megan Burch, Christa Craddick, Greg
Crouch, Jaclyn Spalding, Angie
Weichel, and Sarah Winkle in a clari-
We appreciate all of the support that
the bands receive and hope to continue to be a source of pride for the
Lincoln Community.
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HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lincoln High Technology Program
Wins Program Excellence Award
Lincoln High Schoolʼs technology education
program was awarded a 2004 Program Excellence
Award from the International Technology Education
Association. (ITEA).
“Your schoolʼs technology education program is
truly exemplary among all of the other programs in
your state at your schoolʼs level,” said Vincent W.
Childress, ITEA Program Excellence co-chair. “Not
many endeavors are more important today than help-
LHS Art Students Win Top
Honors At The Ann Arbor
Art Center Juried Art
Exhibition
Each year, Lincoln students compete
with area school districts to have
their artwork displayed at the Ann
Arbor Art Center gallery. This year,
our students did exceptionally well,
having had more pieces accepted into
the show than any other school. Joel
Nolan won first place, and Amanda
Alliston and Ryan Yargeau received
merit awards. The students received
their awards at a packed house opening at the gallery.
The following students had their
works chosen to be displayed in the
show as well:
ing students become technologically literate.”
ITEA is a professional association for technology
education teachers. Mr. Joseph Nuzzo, LHS technology education teacher, and Mr. John McGehee, LCS
technology director, received the award at ITEAʼs
annual conference in March.
Students in the technology program at LHS are
enrolled in courses such as Problems in Technology;
Research and Experimentation; and Manufacturing
Technology.
Matt Kibler, Kali Bobak, Amy Palmer,
Michael Ellis, Jovan McGee, Jennifer
Letterman, Autumn Cleghorn, Shawn
Perkins and Dan Teall.
Kibler Receives CCS
Scholarship
Senior LHS art student Matt Kibler
received a $5,000 renewable scholarship from the College for Creative
Studies, Detroit. The award was given
based on the merit of the work Kibler
entered into the 15th Congressional
District Art Competition. Matt will
be attending the College for Creative
Studies in the fall. He plans to major
in automotive design.
LHSʼ Perkins to Have Art
Displayed in the House of
Representatives in
Washington, D.C.
Shawn Perkins was selected to have
his expressive drawing of a trumpet,
entitled “Horn of Plenty,” exhibited in
Congressmanʼs John D. Dingellʼs (MI15) office on Capitol Hill for one year.
Shawn entered the 15th Congressional
District Art Competition, and his piece
was chosen by a jury of eight professional artists. Other student artists
from Lincoln who entered their work
included Kali Bobak, Tommi Walls,
Matt Kibler, Emily Satanski, Autumn
Cleghorn, Amy Palmer, Ryan Yargeau,
Jovan McGee and Joel Nolan.
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HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
The seniors tried, but just couldn’t edge past the faculty lead in the annual
Staff vs. Seniors basketball game.
All the excitement--beating the Seniors in basketball--calls for a break.
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HIGH SCHOOL
SUMMER ACADEMY 2004
Summer Academy classes begin on Monday,
June 21, 2004, and end on Thursday, August 5,
2004. No classes on July 5th. Classes are available to all students in grades 9-12 and are designed for students who have previously failed
the class and need to retake the course for credit.
LOCATION: Classes will be held at:
Lincoln High School
7425 Willis Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION:
MAY 1- JUNE 18, 2004
Mail registration form with the total tuition payment (by check or money order) made payable
to:
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Summer Academy-Lincoln High School
7425 Willis Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7004
fax- (734) 484-7012
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Homework Club
Lincoln Middle School’s popular Homework Club is available from
2:45-3:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the MediaCenter.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
The Middle School hosted their
annual Cinco de Mayo celebration, Wednesday, May 5. Middle school students presented
their knowledge of dancing and
the Spanish language.
The piñata proved tough to
break, but they kept at it, and
were well-rewarded. Muy bien!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Middle School Students Say:
Thanks for Keeping us Safe
Ms. Bonilla’s 6th grade class visited the Sumpter Township Police Department on Sept. 10, 2003. They presented
Detective Corporal Michael Cizinski and other members
of the force with thank you letters. The students wanted to
show their appreciation to a local law enforcement agency
after they talked about the kinds of actions first responders
performed on Sept. 11, 2001.
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BESSIE HOFFMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Bessie Hoffman received good news when the Michigan School Report Cards were announced. They
were graded as making adequate yearly progress–
making it two years in a row! (They were erroneously listed as not making it last year.)
Bessie Hoffman staff members implemented a Peer
Mediation program in the fall. Students learn to address and solve conflicts among themselves. Lower
and middle house students are aided by the students
in the upper house (grades 4-5), who apply for the
chance to become a mediator.
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
singers, dancers, magicians and storytellers.
Principal Carol McCoy issued a unique challenge to
her students during Reading Month in March. She
said that if Bessie Hoffman students reached their
reading goal, she would dress like a pirate captain for
for a day. ARRGGHH! They doubled their goal!
The annual “High Tea” at Bessie Hoffman gives
everybody a chance to put on their Sunday best and
show off their good manners!
Bessieʼs newly-formed choir performed at the
schoolʼs annual talent show. Other acts included
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BRICK ELEMENTARY
The 3 Rs: Recognizing
Students (Respect+
Responsibility=Results)
This is the third year Brick School
has recognized students meeting
classroom and school expectations monthly. Our school theme is
“Respect+Responsibility=Results.
Rather than recognize only a few
students who meet expectations, we
recognize all the students who made
these good choices.
These thirty-minute monthly celebrations include student recognition, (each student receives a special
patriotic pencil at the first celebration) games, dancing (with a real
disc jockey), treats, cookie baking,
and even a magic show. From September through February, we have
had between 78% and 88% of our
students attending. What a great job!
Students who do not participate in
the celebrations write paragraphs
about what they need to do to “make
it” next month. The writing takes
place during the celebration, and the
paragraphs are mailed home to parents as well. We would like to have
100% attend.
Literacy Nights Continue
to Be Family Fun
Brick School continues with a
second year of Literacy Nights for
families and friends. Families have
the opportunity to read, visit, and
complete AR tests. Our Literacy
Nights usually have a special theme
to add to the fun. Weʼve dressed in
pajamas, enjoyed a storyteller, and
had the Eastern Michigan University
athletes read to us. “ We hope you
join us in April for another eve-
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
ning of fun,” says Mrs. Hendricks,
Brickʼs reading teacher.
Student Council Raises
$400 for Hungry Families
In America
Our Brick Student Council is busy at
work this year. Under the leadership
of faculty sponsors, Mrs. McRitchie
and Mrs. Frye, the students donated
the money made from the Valentineʼs Day flower sale to the Feed the
Children in America program.
Our officers for this year are
President Nicole Crawford, Vice
President Kayla McCune, Secretary
Samantha Reed, Treasurer Kristen
Cisco, Sergeant-at-Arms Harmoni
Pickering, Historian Holley Berky,
and Assistant Historian Callie Barney.
Fall into Reading and
Winter Reading Contest
October was “Fall into Reading”
month and a visit to the cafeteria
displays a tree covered with “student
leaves.” These special leaves represent students who met their reading
goals for the month of October. Students who doubled their goals during
this month enjoyed a pool party at
the high school as well.
During winter break, students who
accepted the challenge to “read and
record” participated in a special
popcorn party.
Mrs. Hendricks, our reading teacher,
coordinated both these events.
Academic Games at Brick
In December, Brick Elementary
School began to offer a program
called Academic Games for fourth
grades. This is a series of games designed to test a studentʼs knowledge
in several different subject areas.
Students compete in games that
cover math, English, social studies,
and logic. The primary purpose of
Academic Games is to make learning fun for students.
Our orientation to the program
brought approximately twenty-five
families together. Ms. Jamie Gerlofs, fourth grade teacher, is the Academic Games sponsor. Judy Yang
and Jane Yang are the Academic
Games coaches. The Yang sisters
attend Lincoln High School. We
have approximately fifteen students
meeting each Tuesday after school.
Brick National
Geographic Bee
Participants Move on to
State Level
Under the leadership of Ms. Debbie Duncan, grade four and five
students at Brick Elementary School
had the opportunity to participate in
the National Geographic Bee. Our
first place winner will be eligible
to participate in the state competition. Our first place winner was
Andrew Goska from Mrs. Northʼs
class. Our second place winner was
Timothy (TJ) Parker from Mrs. Kerri
Throneʼs class. Our third place winner was Cody Townsley from Ms.
Duncanʼs class.
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CHILDS ELEMENTARY
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
The newest school building in Lincoln Consolidated
Schools opened in the fall of 2003. More than 350
students in grades 1-5 spent the year enjoying the
“town square” layout, the new playground, and all those
new neighborhood friends they are meeting.
Biomes
The fourth grade classes at Childs Elementary have been studying about biomes. A biome is a large area of
the Earth that has its own set of conditions and characteristic living things. Each child was assigned one of six
biomes (tundra, taiga, temperate forest, grassland, desert, or the rainforest). They had to collect information about
their biome to put in a book and then make a diorama or poster of their biome. They enjoyed sharing their biome
with the other children.
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MODEL ELEMENTARY
Model Elementary School houses all LCS kindergarten classes, except for those families who
choose Bessie Hoffman’s K-1 program. Bessie’s
slots are decided by lottery, usually in early
spring.
Students from Model Elementary School led the
Board of Education and audience members in
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
the Pledge of Allegiance at a recent school board
meeting.
When they finished the pledge, the students
performed another song they’ve been
practicing.
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REDNER ELEMENTARY
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Mission Statement:
At Redner Elementary School, the needs of
children come first. We will work with the community to provide a positive learning atmosphere
that encourages the development of each child.
Our ultimate goal is to instill a desire, in our students, for life-long learning and an appreciation
for cultural diversity in today’s changing society.
Redner Elementary School students celebrate
what they’ve learned with the community
throughout the year.
Parents, guardians and family members are
invited to visit for open houses, the Homecoming Parade; National African American Parental
Involvement Day; science fairs; field trips and the
always-fantastic Storybook Character Parade.
Redner students love to show what they are
learning. They publish stories in their school
newsletter, exhibit their artwork throughout the
school and in the district art show.
Parents are encouraged to attend parenting
nights, talent shows and any of the many academic opportunities we offer during the noon
hour, during and after school.
Comcast Channel 22 to Carry
Lincoln Announcements
Comcast Channel 22, broadcasting to York,
Augusta, Sumpter and Van Buren Townships,
will now broadcast event and activity announcements from the Lincoln Consolidated
Schools. The news will be presented in the
rolling screen format common to local cable
channels.
The channel that covers Ypsilanti Township
is not currently available to LCS. We will
inform students and families if this changes.
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Community Education Dance Recital
Lincoln Community Education dance classes
will present their 19th annual dance recital in
two shows, Saturday, June 12 at 4 p.m. and 7
p.m. Every effort has been made to schedule
children from the same family in the same
performance time slot. Some classes have been
selected to perform in both shows.
Two shorter shows will limit backstage waiting
time for the dancers. Community Education
staff members will monitor and care for the
dancers while they are backstage so that parents
may enjoy the show from the audience.
This year, due to fire and safety codes, dancers
must remain backstage for the entire show. Parents/guardians must produce picture ID when
they pick their child up from the backstage
waiting area.
IMPORTANT: Only ticket holders will be allowed in the auditorium during performances.
Tickets are available only at the Community
Education office. The schedule is as follows:
May 3-14
Families receive 1 free ticket and may purchase
4 tickets during these dates.
May 17-28
Each family may purchase 4 additional tickets
during these dates.
June 1
Any remaining tickets will go on sale.
NOTE: Tickets are sold on a first come, first
served basis. No phone calls to hold tickets.
Community Education office hours
Monday-Thursday: 12-5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
734.484.7007
Community Education is now online!
www.lincolncommunityeducation.com
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Aquatics
AQUA TOT/PARENTS
Parent must accompany child in the water. Infants must wear a suitable swim diaper/pants. Course is designed to introduce the child to water with a positive experience. Ages 6 months - 3 years: Limit 12.
100
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00-6:30 p.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$30.00
101
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00-6:30 p.m.
7/20-8/12
8 sessions
$30.00
102
Tuesday/Thursday
9:00-9:30 a.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$30.00
TODDLER
This course is for a non-swimmer and is designed to overcome a fear of water and have fun. Ages: 3 to 5.
Limit 10.
110
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00-6:30 p.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
111
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00-6:30 p.m.
7/20-8/12
8 sessions
$40.00
112
Tuesday/Thursday
9:00-9:30 a.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
BEGINNERS LEVEL I, LEVEL II, LEVEL III
Students are introduced to floating, front crawl, dog paddle, basics of beginner swimming. Three levels of
achievement are emphasized. Children: ages 5 and older. Limit 10 per level.
120
Tuesday/Thursday
6:30-7:15 p.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
121
Tuesday/Thursday
6:30-7:15 p.m.
7/20-8/12
8 sessions
$40.00
9:30-10:15 a.m. 6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
BEGINNERS LEVEL I, II AGES 5-8 ONLY
122
Tuesday/Thursday
ADVANCED BEGINNERS LEVEL IV
Students must pass the three levels of beginner classes. Instructors emphasize water safety, rhythmic breathing for front crawl, treading, other strokes, and building confidence in deep water. Children: ages 8 and older.
Limit 15.
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130
Tuesday/Thursday
7:15- 8:00 p.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
131
Tuesday/Thursday
7:15- 8:00 p.m.
7/20-8/12
8 sessions
$40.00
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Aquatics
INTERMEDIATE SWIM LEVEL V
Class held in deep water. Students must have passed advanced beginners course. Instructors will review and
refine all strokes to build endurance and confidence. Children: ages 8 and older. Limit 10.
140
Tuesday/Thursday 7:15- 8:00 p.m.
6/22-7/15
8 sessions
$40.00
141
Tuesday/Thursday 7:15- 8:00 p.m.
7/20-8/12
8 sessions
$40.00
PLEASE NOTE:
■ All boys, 5 and older, must dress in the Menʼs locker room for all swim activities.
■ Parents may sit in the pool area the FIRST and LAST class only. This procedure is in place as a safety factor for our students. Chairs will be set-up in the hallway for your convenience.
WATER AEROBICS
All activities in the water are designed to develop and maintain sound physical conditioning. Ability to swim
not required. Men and women are welcome. Ages: 14 years and older. $5.00 drop-in fee available. Limit 24.
No class 5/24 ,5/31, 6/14, 6/16.
164
Wednesday
6:00-7:00 p.m.
5/12-6/30
7 sessions
$28.00
163
Monday
6:00-7:00 p.m.
5/3-6/28
7 sessions
$28.00
OPEN SWIM
Enjoy time in the pool! Fun for the whole family! Just drop in relax and have fun. Lifeguard on duty. All year
except holidays. Closed 5/29-5/30 and 7/3-7/4. Annual Pool Maintenance 6/12 - 6/20
$3.00 each drop-in fee. Family rate (up to 4 members) is $8.00. Limit 60.
171
Saturday
6:00-8:00 p.m.
5/22-8/29
$see above
172
Sunday
2:00-4:00 p.m.
5/23-6/6
$see above
173
Wednesday
6:00-8:00 p.m.
7/ 7 -8/25
$see above
SENIOR CITIZENS SWIM
Registered members of the Lincoln Senior Citizen Program can swim without charge. Other adults 55 and
older may swim for a $2.00 fee an evening. This is great exercise for those people with arthritis. 55 years and
older. All year except for holidays. Limit 25. Closed: 5/29, 6/12 ,6/16, 6/19, and 7/3.
180
Wed./Saturday
5:00-6:00 p.m.
5/19-8/29
all year
$see above
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Lincoln Phone Directory
Safety Town
Safety Town is a comprehensive educational program that introduces safety awareness and preventative procedures to children entering kindergarten or first grade. Your child must be five years of age before December 1,
2004 to enroll. Safety Town is a registered program of the National Safety Town in Cleveland, Ohio.
Check
your choice
Dates
Time
Days
Location
Cost
Week ___
7/26-07/30
9:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
Childs Elementary
$65.00
Week ___
8/02-08/06
9:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
Childs Elementary
$65.00
Week ___
8/09-08/13
9:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
Childs Elementary
$65.00
SAFETY TOWN REGISTRATION AND PERMISSION SLIP
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: On the first day of Safety Town there is an orientation for parents. Please have
your child bring their own labeled bicycle helmet to use on “The Town.” On the last day, there is a graduation
ceremony for the children.
Childʼs Name
____________________________________________
Address _________________________________
Phone______________
Parentʼs Name
Date of birth ________________
City_______________
Emergency Phone_________________________
Carpool with _____________________
Please circle shirt size: Childrenʼs S (6-8)
M (10-12)
L (14-16) Adults S (32-34)
Please list any health problems or medications taken by child __________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent signature for bus ride (on bus safety day)
SAFETY TOWN VOLUNTEERS (6TH - 12TH GRADE)
Volunteers must have completed the 5th grade. Students who would like to assist in teaching at Safety Town
should register online at www.lincolncommunityeducation.com. There is a limit of 15 volunteers per week. If
you are interested, please register as soon as possible.
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Adult Enrichment
SCRAPBOOK FRIDAY NIGHT OUT
Join fellow memory-keepers at a workshop! Each scrapbook night, Chris Grajczyk includes a new technique/
idea sheet and plenty of table space to spread out your project. She will have plenty of tools to try including
square, circle, hexagon makers, fun shapes for paper and photos plus border-making tools. A beginnerʼs class
is held in conjunction with the workshop. Space is limited, so register early! Limit 20.
512
Friday
6:00-10:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 5/21
$10.00
513
Friday
6:00-10:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 6/04
$10.00
PHOTO ALBUM MAKING 101
Learn 4 easy steps to make traditional photo albums and tell your family stories too! Creative Memories Consultant Chris Grajczyk will demonstrate how to select, crop, journal and enhance your family photos. Photo
safe albums and other basic supplies available at class time. Bring your recent pack of photos. Limit 8.
520
Friday
7:00-9:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 5/21
$10.00
521
Friday
7:00-9:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 6/04
$10.00
MIDDLE SCHOOL MEMORY-KEEPERS
Bring a friend! Share and organize your photos and postcards from 6th grade camp or 7th/8th grade class trip.
Learn 4 easy steps to make a fun photo album and tell your favorite stories too! Instructor will demonstrate
how to select, crop, journal and enhance your event photos. Photo safe albums and other basic supplies available at class time.($12-$25) Bring your trip/camp photos(duplicates too). Limit 15.
522
Friday
2:30-5:00 p.m.
LHS Room 1104 6/18
$5.00
DISNEYTM THEME ALBUM MAKING CLASS
Bring your recent (or not so recent, but memorable!) photos of your trip to Disney and learn to put a wonderful keepsake together. Class includes 7 x 7 photo album , decorative supplies and adhesive. Supplies: $27.00.
523
Tuesday
6:30-9:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 6/22
$5.00
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Summer Sports Camps
TENNIS
Tennis is a great sport you can play for years to come! Students will learn fundamental skills such as basic racket grip,
forehand, backhand, scoring, and serving techniques. Emphasis will be on good sportsmanship. This fun sport will also
improve eye-hand coordination. We recommend that students wear comfortable shorts, t-shirts, running or tennis shoes,
a cap or visor, sunscreen, and that they bring water. In the event of inclement weather, classes will held in the middle
school gym. Instructor: Mr. Csaba Kovacs/Ms. Oleary
SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS
Dates
Time
Days
Location
Cost
6/21-6/30
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
6:30 p.m. -
8:30 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
T. W. Th
MS Tennis Courts
$48.00
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
T. W. Th
MS Tennis Courts
$48.00
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
T. W. Th.
MS Tennis Courts
$48.00
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
M. T. W
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
M. T. W.
MS Tennis Courts
$96.00
7/6-7/9
7/12-7/21
7/26-8/4
TOP OF THE LINE TEACHING AIDS AND TENNIS BALL MACHINE.
PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE.
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Youth and Adult Fitness
MARTIAL ARTS CHOI KWANG-DO
Choi-Kwang-Do is a dynamic, innovative approach to martial arts that is now recognized as one of the fastest
growing martial arts in the world. It is based on the traditional martial arts philosophy that emphasizes the development of good manners, courtesy, discipline, self-confidence, and self-control. The idea of personal and
social development is considered paramount, rather than sports competition. Middle School Cafe will be used
for Summer Sessions. Instructor will inform you of summer schedule.
Fees:
Black Belt
$10
Single Rate:
$25
Family Rate:
$15 for 2nd member
$10 each additional member
Program (youth and parent)
Youth Program 7-12 years
Adult Program 13 and older
400
Tues./Thurs.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Middle School Cafe
Youth
$see above
401
Tues./Thurs.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Middle School Cafe
Family
$see above
402
Tues./Thurs.
7:00-8:00 p.m
Middle School Cafe
Adult
$see above
TWILIGHT WALKING
For your convenience, the High School track will be open for evening walking. Please check with your physician before starting any new exercise program. No bikes, rollerblades, or skateboards allowed. All children
must be supervised by an adult.
M-TH
6:30-8:00 p.m.
HS Track
Cost: $ Free
OPEN RECREATION ACTIVITIES
Saturdays 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $3.00
ARC - Open
pen R
Recreation
LHS - Open Pool/Recreation
No open swim or gym on Sundays during summer
ARC Gym Reserved for Grade 6 through adult only
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Summer Dance Camp
This is a great camp for students interested in learning more about dance techniques and performing skills.
Students will learn about Hip Hop, Jazz and Ballet, Tap and Pom Pom.
These camps are open to girls and boys. All students must wear shorts and t-shirts, tennis shoes or jazz shoes
(no platform shoes), and have their hair pulled back. For safety reasons, jewelry is not permitted. There will
be a performance at the end of the week for the parents. A daily snack will be provided.
ADVANCED DANCE CAMP (12 YRS OF AGE & OLDER)
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
M-F
See Below
LHS Cafe
7/12-7/23
$65.00
Mon. 1:00 - 4:00, Tues.9:00 - 12:00, Wed. 9:00 - 12:00, Thurs. 9:00 - 12:00, Fri. 1:00 -4:00
ELEMENTARY DANCE CAMP
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
M-F
See Below
LHS Cafe
6/28-7/2
$65.00
Mon 1:00 - 4:00, Tues. 9:00 - 12:00, Wed. 9:00 - 12:00, Thurs. 9:00 - 12:00, Fri.1:00 -4:00
MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE CAMP (AGES 9 & UP)
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
M-F
See Below
LHS Cafe
7/6-7/9
$55.00
Tues. 9:00 - 12:00, Wed. 9:00 - 12:00, Thurs. 9:00 - 12:00, Fri.1:00 -4:00
LOOK FOR FALL DANCE CLASSES IN THE NEXT COMMUNICATOR
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Summer Baton Camp
This exciting camp is designed to introduce the sport of baton twirling. Grades 2 and above.
Beginners are encouraged to attend. Beginners will learn basic baton twirls and a routine to music. Experienced twirlers will become more skilled and learn baton technique and dance moves. All students must wear
shorts and t-shirts, tennis shoes or jazz shoes (no platform shoes), and have their hair pulled back. For safety
reasons, no jewelry is permitted. There will be a performance at the end of the week for the parents. All
campers will receive a T-Shirt.
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
M-TH
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
LHS Gym
6/ 21 - 6/24
$65.00
M-TH
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
LHS Gym
7/ 12 - 7/15
$65.00
Youth Enrichment
AMERICAN RED CROSS BABY-SITTER TRAINING
This course will introduce students to the roles, responsibilities and the relationship of a baby-sitter to the
parents and child. Students will learn how to handle emergencies, illness, and upset children. Classes also
include: accident prevention, what to expect from parents, feeding, playing with and caring for youngsters.
You must be 11 years of age or older to participate. Upon successful completion of course, students receive
certification from American Red Cross.
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
SAT
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 5/22
$55.00
T
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 6/22
$55.00
TH
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LHS West Media 7/15
$55.00
ELEMENTARY ART
Faux Stained Glass Art for Grades 3 and Up.
Learn how to “paint” glass to create a stained glass look. Each student will complete a framed pro
project to hang
in a window or to sit on a table. Materials and supplies are included in the cost of the class.
Days
Time
Location
Dates
Cost
T, W, TH
10 :00 - 11:30 a.m.
LHS RM 1100
7/13 - 7/16
$15.00
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Mini Sports Camps
MINI SPORTS CAMP GRADES 4-5
Basketball: dribbling, passing, shooting drills, all around skill enhancement.
Class ID
Days
Time
Dates
Location
329
M- F
9:30a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
6/21-7/2
HS E Gym
Cost
$40.00
Open Gym Grades 4-8 (11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.) Open Activities: Basketball and volleyball.
MINI SPORTS CAMP GRADES 6-7
Basketball: dribbling, passing, shooting drills, all around skill enhancement.
Class ID
Days
Time
Dates
Location
332
M- F
11:00a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
6/21-7/2
HS E Gym
Cost
$40.00
TRACK AND FIELD TECHNIQUES GRADES 4-6
Baton exchange, speed work, field events, relays.
Class ID
Days
Time
Dates
Location
385
M- F
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
6/28-7/9
HS Track
Cost
$15.0
** No Class on Monday, July 5, 2004
WEIGHT LIFTING/CONDITIONING GRADES 5-8
Weight lifting and conditioning techniques.
Class ID
Days
Time
Dates
Location
387
M-F
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
6/21-7/2
Weight Room
Cost
$35.00
VOLLEYBALL CAMP GRADES 6 AND UP
Students will have tons of fun learning basic skills and techinques.
Instructor Crissy Clarke
Date: TBA
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Lacrosse Summer Camp
BEGINNERS GRADES 4 - 8
Instructors: Varsity Starters and Captains John Abbatoy and Brad Watkins
Players will be taught about lacrosse and its rules. Students will be instructed in the skills of passing, shooting, conditioning and stretching.
Conditioning will include sprints, relay races, agility drills and jump roping. Sticks, helmets and gloves will
be provided or you can bring your own.
Drills will include ground balls, ground ball 1 on 1, passing and catching, passing on the run and catching on
the run.
Days
Time
Dates
Location
Cost
M- F
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
6/28 - 7/10
Varsity Lacrosse Field
$30.00
** Note there will be no class on 7/5 ...make up will be held on Sat. 7/10.The class will be cancelled if there
are not 10 or more registered students.
INTERMEDIATE GRADES 4 - 8
Instructors: Varsity Starters and Captains John Abbatoy and Brad Watkins
Players will work on passing, shooting, conditioning and stretching.
Conditioning will include sprints, relay races, agility drills, jump roping and competitive races. Sticks, helmets and gloves will be provided or you can bring your own.
Drills will include ground balls, ground ball 1 on 1, passing and catching, passing on the run and catching on
the run, catching on the run, shooting, shooting on the run, bounce shots, goalie will be present
ent and competitions will be held. The class will be cancelled if there are not 10 or more registered students.
Days
Time
Dates
Location
Cost
M- F
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
7/12 - 7/23
Varsity Lacrosse Field
$30.00
SOCCER GOALIE CAMP GRADES 4 - 8
Instructors:: R
Ryan Mathe (Former LHS Goalie, Present Indiana Tech Goalie)
Kurtis Fagan ( LHS Goalie)
Players will be taught goalie techniques, drills, and goalie play kicking.
Days
Time
Dates
Location
Cost
M- F
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
6/21 - 6/25
LHS Fields
$30.00
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Summer Camp
Summer Camp: Fun-Filled Days
CAMP IS OPEN TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 1- 6 IN THE FALL OF 2004.
Camp will keep students involved in learning and having fun! A variety of daily events will be offered, including swimming, sports, crafts, technology, dance and weekly field trips. T- Shirts included. Located in the
1100 wing of Lincoln High School.
Camp Coordinator : Angie Dunfee
Week 1 June 21 - June 25
Week 2 June 28 - July 02
Week 3 July 06 - July 09
Week 4 July 12 - July 16
Week 5 July 19 - July 23
Week 6 July 26 - July 30
Week 7 Aug 02 - Aug 08
Week 8 Aug 09 - Aug 13
Time Options for each week.....
AA
9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Mon.-Fri.
LHS
$125.00
A
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Mon.-Fri.
LHS
$140.00
B
7:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Mon.-Fri.
LHS
$160.00
C
7:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
LHS
$175.00
D
9:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
LHS
$140.00
E
8:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
Mon.- Fri.
LHS
$160.00
HALF-DAY CAMP ( 4 DAYS ONLY — NO FRIDAYS)
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A.M.
P.M.
Cost
Week 1 June 21 - June 24
9:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 5:00
$65.00
Week 2 June 28 - July 01
9:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 5:00
$65.00
Week 3 July 06 - July 08
9:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 5:00
$45.00
Week 4 July 12 - July 15
9:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 5:00
$65.00
Week 5 July 19 - July 22
9:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 5:00
$65.00
Spring 2004
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Lincoln Consolidated Schools
Summer Camp
FUTURE CAMP COUNSELOR
This camp is designed especially for students in grades 7, 8 and 9. This camp will allow
students to learn essential tools in leadership development, discipline and helping others. Students will be
placed in a mentor position with our younger students in summer camp and help with actvities. These future
counselors will learn how to accept responsibility and gain valuable experience in a team environment. There
will be specific activities geared towards mentoring, and activities that give students time to have fun! Limit
20 - Sign up early! Located in the High School 1100 wing.
All Day Camp 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost
Week 1 June 21 - June 25
$100.00
Week 2 June 28 - July 02
$100.00
Week 3 July 06 - July 09
$80.00
Week 4 July 12 - July 16
$100.00
Week 5 July 19 - July 23
$100.00
Week 6 July 26 - July 30
$100.00
Week 7 Aug 02 - Aug 08
$100.00
Week 8 Aug 09 - Aug 13
$100.00
Payment for all camps must be received in full prior to the first day of camp.
Lincoln Community Education now accepts Visa and Mastercard.
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Meet the Candidates
Two local residents are looking to be appointed to the Lincoln Board of Education at its
annual election June 14th, Jim Paschal and Jane Ellen Innes.
Jim Paschal has three children currently enrolled in the Lincoln Schools.
Jim and his wife, Cindy, have been involved for many years with the Lincoln Swim Club,
Band and L.A.Y.A. They also have been involved with the Special Education program in the
schools; Cindy is a member of PAC and was its chairperson last year.
Jim is a forensics engineering consultant for an Ann Arbor firm. Before this job, he spent 14
years as a public health and safety product certification engineer for an area non-profit organization. He also is a certified quality manager with the American Society for Quality, and it
is this strength he hopes to utilize in his position on the board.
“I want to apply some of the principles of quality management to our schools,” Paschal said.
“I want to make sure that the schools not only set high expectations for our children, but
provide the tools they need to achieve higher goals.”
A native of Iowa, Paschal has a bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University and a master’s
degree in plastics engineering from the University of Michigan.
Jane Ellen Innes has lived in the Lincoln Consolidated School district for 6 years. Her husband,
Greg Troin, is a Lincoln graduate and they have two sons currently enrolled in the Lincoln
elementary schools.
Innes decided to run for a seat on the school board after a few years of very active volunteer activities. She has been a classroom volunteer, was president of the Lincoln PTO in 2002-03 and
directed the very successful Frankenmuth Fundraiser last year.
Innes is the director of university libraries for Cleary University and the owner of a research
business. She feels that the research and information skills she utilizes on a daily basis will help
her make a difference in our schools.
“One of my strengths is being able to assimilate information quickly in order to make timely
decisions,” she said.
Innes also wants to see the image and the great potential within Lincoln schools more accurately
reflected. “My children are flourishing in this district,” she said.
Innes has a bachelor’s degree in business from Regis University, Denver, Colo., and a master’s
degree in information and library studies from the University of Michigan.
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