Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence 149 Water Street 

Forrest City, Arkansas 870.261.1811 (phone)                                      870.261.1838 (fax) 

              

Jana Richey, Principal    jana.richey@fcsd.grsc.k12.ar.us   

  

Claire Dearing, Facilitator claire.dearing@fcsd.grsc.k12.ar.us 

 Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence 

Student Handbook Packet    

Please sign and return to your child’s teacher. _____ I acknowledge I have received a copy of 

● The Lincoln Student Handbook ● The Lincoln Parent Involvement Plan 

________________________________ ____________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date ________________________________ ____________________________

 

 

Child’s Name Teacher’s Name

Table of Contents

Welcome letter………………………………….…………………………………………………………………… 3 Our Mission …………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 4 Our Vision ………………………………………….…………………………………………………………………… 4 School Hours…………………………………….………………………………………………………….………… 4 2015-2016 Calendar……………………….…………………………………………………………………..… 5 Expectations…….….…..………………………..………………………………………….……………………… 6 Academics…………….…..……………………….…………………………………………….……………………… 6 Communication……..….…………………………….………………………………..…….……………………… 7 Attendance……………….………………………………………………………………………………….………… 8 School Visitation……..……………………..……………………………………..……………………………… 8 Student Appearance….………………………….………………………………………………………….…… 8 Student Behavior………..…………………………..…………………..………………….…………………… 9 Period of Silence………………………………………………………………………………….…….…………11 Arrival Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………..…………11 Dismissal Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………………12 Checkout Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………………13 Recess Procedures………………………………………………………………………………………..………13 Textbook/School Property Procedures……………………………………………………………13 Inclement Weather Procedures…………………………………………………………………………13 Telephone Procedures……………………………………………………………………………….…………13 Health Services Procedures………………………………………………………………………………14 Activities ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………14 Special Services……………………………………………………………………………………………………15 Parent Activities (Parent Involvement) …………………………………………………….……16

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence 149 Water Street

Forrest City, Arkansas 72335

 

 

870.261.1811 (phone) 870.261.1838 (fax)

Dear Parents, We are excited to welcome you to Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence!!! At Lincoln Middle, you will find a community of learners, both teachers and students, dedicated to growing and learning. We make every effort, every day to meet students’ individual needs academically, socially, and emotionally. This commitment to our students can be found in the high expectations set for our students. We fully choose to live out our Lincoln Middle Mission statement: “At Lincoln we are charting the course…providing a safe environment where students can achieve proficiency in the academic areas.” Parents, please take a few moments to read over this handbook, so you are familiar with its contents. This was prepared to answer any questions you may have concerning school procedures and rules. Of course, all of the Lincoln Staff stands ready to answer any further questions you may have. As always, we look forward to a partnership with you in your child’s educational success this year. We know that it is only by working together as a team that our students will be able to reach their full potential and live out the Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence Statement. Sincerely, Jana Richey Jana Richey, Principal Jana.richey@fcsd.grsc.k12.ar.us

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Mission Statement

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence will use research-based instructional strategies to provide opportunities for enrichment and accelerated achievement in literacy, mathematics, and science. We will strive to meet the needs of the whole child and maximize parental involvement and preparation for college by providing a safe environment where students can achieve proficiency in the academic areas.

 

 

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence Vision Statement

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence will become an ideal school. It will be known for its highly qualified teachers, friendly staff, and enthusiastic students. Achievement scores will increase while discipline problems decrease. Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence administration, faculty, and staff will be recognized for their great strides in quality education.

School Hours Arrival Time: Classes begin at 7:50 Morning Arrival - Students should not arrive to school before 7:30 AM. Only students riding an early bus will be permitted to the cafeteria prior to 7:30 AM. Car riders and walkers will not be permitted in the building prior to 7:30 AM. In extreme weather students will report to the cafeteria. Late to School: Students arriving after 8:00 AM. must bring a parent to sign them in at the main office. From 8:01 to 8:30 AM. students will be given an unexcused tardy unless the student brings professional note. Tardies are not excused for missing the bus, oversleeping or breakdown of private transportation. It is important that students arrive to class on time. Students arriving to school at 8:30 AM., will be counted as ½ day absence.

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2015­2016 Academic Calendar 

Student Registration  August 3­7 

Teacher In­Service  August 10­14 

First day of school  August 17 

Labor Day  September 7 (No school) 

Mid­Nine Weeks  September 16 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) FCJHS & FCHS  September 21 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) ALE, PreK, Central, Stewart, & Lincoln  September 22 

Data Day/P.D.   October 9 (No students) 

 

 

End of first quarter  October 15 (42 days) 

Second quarter begins  October 16 

Report cards issued for first quarter  October 21 

Thanksgiving holiday  November 23­27 

End of second quarter  December 17 (40 days) 

Christmas Break  December 21­ January 5 

Data Day/P.D.   December 18 (No students) 

Teacher In­Service  January 4 & 5 (No students) 

Third quarter begins  January 6 

Report Cards issued for second quarter  January 8 

MLK Day   January 18 (No school) 

Mid­Nine Weeks  February 5 

Data Day/P.D.   February 12 (No students) 

Presidents’ Day  February 15 (No school) 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) FCJHS & FCHS  February 16 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) ALE, PreK, Central, Stewart, Lincoln  February 18 

End of third quarter  March 14 (46 days) 

Fourth quarter begins  March 15 

Report cards issued for third quarter  March 17 

Spring Break  March 21­25 

Memorial Day  May 30 (No school) 

Last day of school  May 31 (50 days) 

Student Registration  August 3­7 

Teacher In­Service  August 10­14 

First day of school  August 17 

Labor Day  September 7 (No school) 

Mid­Nine Weeks  September 16 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) FCJHS & FCHS  September 21 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) ALE, PreK, Central, Stewart, & Lincoln  September 22 

Data Day/P.D.   October 9 (No students) 

End of first quarter  October 15 (42 days) 

Second quarter begins  October 16 

Report cards issued for first quarter  October 21 

Thanksgiving holiday  November 23­27 

 

 

End of second quarter  December 17 (40 days) 

Christmas Break  December 21­ January 5 

Data Day/P.D.   December 18 (No students) 

Teacher In­Service  January 4 & 5 (No students) 

Third quarter begins  January 6 

Report Cards issued for second quarter  January 8 

MLK Day   January 18 (No school) 

Mid­Nine Weeks  February 5 

Data Day/P.D.   February 12 (No students) 

Presidents’ Day  February 15 (No school) 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) FCJHS & FCHS  February 16 

P/T Conference (4­7 p.m.) ALE, PreK, Central, Stewart, Lincoln  February 18 

End of third quarter  March 14 (46 days) 

Fourth quarter begins  March 15 

Report cards issued for third quarter  March 17 

Spring Break  March 21­25 

Memorial Day  May 30 (No school) 

Last day of school  May 31 (50 days) 

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Expectations 1. Students will attend school daily, arrive on time, and bring school supplies to class each day. 2. Students will refrain from bringing toys, large sums of money or other personal items, which could cause disruption in the classroom or school. In the event a student brings something inappropriate to school, the teacher or administrator will hold the object until the parent comes in to pick it up. 3. Students will maintain proper conduct at all times. 4. Students will not leave school at any time without permission from the office. 5. Students are not to bring candy, gum, chips, or other junk food unless they are a part of a regular sack lunch. All food must be eaten or discarded before leaving the cafeteria. 6. Students will show school pride by obeying school rules and respecting the rights and property of others. 7. Students/parents will be responsible for restitution if they damage or destroy school property. 8. Students will refrain from aggressive behavior on the bus and on school property.

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence Academics

Homework: Homework should be an extension of clearly defined learning goals and should be appropriate to the age, ability, and independent level of the student. The assignment is primarily to be completed by the student for independent practice outside of school time. It is the responsibility of each

 

 

student to complete all class and homework assignments on time. Please check with your child daily for math and reading assignments. School papers and homework assignments are sent home daily. Make-up work: If your child is absent for two consecutive days and you would like to pick up their assignments, please notify the office by 9:00 AM. Their work will be ready for you to pick up after 2:30 PM. in the office. If their work is requested after noon, it will not be ready until the following morning. Students are allowed an equal number of days to make up assignments as the number of days absent from school. School Supplies: Supply list will be provided for each child. Parents should provide and replenish these supplies throughout the school year. Students are expected to take good care of all books, equipment, and personal property. Parents will be assessed fees for damage done to books and other school property. It is the parents’ responsibility to pay for lost or damaged textbooks and library books. Quarterly Report Cards and Midterm Reports: Students will receive quarterly report cards at the end of each grading period. Grading periods will be nine weeks in length. Five weeks into each grading period, students will also receive supplementary midterm reports. These midterm reports and quarterly report cards are standards-based evaluations according to Arkansas State Guidelines.

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Communication: Communication between the parent, teacher, student, and school is vital to our success. Parents are encouraged to contact the school whenever the need arises. Teachers may be contacted by phone, note, and/or e-mail. If you call during the school day, the office will leave the teacher a message. Your child’s teacher will return your call as soon as possible during non-student contact times. Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled twice yearly in September and February. If you have questions regarding your child’s progress please let your teacher know. He/she will arrange an appointment time with you during non-student contact time. Likewise, if your child’s teacher believes that additional conferences are necessary, he/she will contact you. Here are some other examples of times communication is expected. From Parents: Notes are needed when: • A student has been absent, be sure to state the reason for the absence. • You wish your child to go home a different way than usual. (Transportation Department must be

notified also.) • A different person is picking your child up from school, (Children without notes will be sent

home their customary way.) • You wish you child to be excused from P.E. and/or recess due to an illness or injury. (In order

to miss P.E. and/or recess for an extended period of time, your child must have a doctor’s excuse.),

• You will be picking your child up early for an appointment, (Please make sure to check your child out through the office.)

From Staff and/or School: Notes will be sent: • If there is a change in schedule, • To announce activities or special events such as Picture Day, • To request a conference • For student’s weekly work • For behavior concerns as needed.

 

 

Attendance All of our students need to be in school and on time every day, learning. Regular attendance is necessary in order for your child to meet grad-level expectations. We appreciate your help and support in this important matter. Attendance is expected every day. Unless your child is running a fever, experiencing vomiting or diarrhea, contagious, or under doctor’s care, his/her attendance at school is the single-most important factor in you child’s educational success. In an effort to support your child’s attendance, parents are encouraged to make all appointments before or after school hours when possible. Extracurricular lessons or activities should be scheduled outside of school hours.

7 Should your child miss school for any reason, please send a note to the office stating child’s name, the days absent, and the reason. If your child misses a total of five unexcused days in a semester, you will receive an Attendance Reminder Letter in the mail. If your child misses a total of ten unexcused days in a semester, the District shall notify the prosecuting authority and the parent/guardian shall be subject to a civil penalty as prescribed by law. Should the number of days absent become excessive, action will be filed with the court and the parent or guardian will be fined. School Visitation: We encourage parents to visit our school frequently and to actively participate in their child’s education. You are always welcome here! For the protection of our students and staff, all visitors are asked to please check in at the office upon arrival. There you will be given a “Visitors” tag. Please wear this tag during your time in our school. You are welcome to join your child for lunch, volunteer in the classroom, read to students, etc. We ask that your school visits be centered on the education of every student. Although our staff would like the opportunity to talk with you at every visit, our priority is the education of our students. If you have questions or concerns about your child that you would like to discuss, our staff would be more than happy to meet with you during non-student contact times. Please feel free to schedule an appointment with the office. Conferencing during our non-student contact times allows our staff to be able to fully focus on your questions or concerns. Our Principal, an/or Counselor would be pleased to conference with you at any time. Once again, all we ask is that you call the office to schedule a time. This assures that we will be able to give your child and your concerns the proper time and attention they deserve with the least amount of distractions. Should you need to give your child a message, medication, homework, supplies, etc., please check in at the office. The office staff will deliver items and messages during a time that will be least disruptive to the classroom-learning environment. Tardies: A. Promptness is an important character trait that District staff is encouraged to model and help

 

 

develop in our schools’ students. At the same time, promptness is the responsibility of each student. Students who are late to class show a disregard for both the teacher and their classmates which compromises potential student achievement. B. Arkansas Department of Education attendance guidelines require that students be present six (6) instructional hours per day. Students checking in thirty minutes late, leaving thirty (30) minutes early in the afternoon, or missing thirty (30) minutes of instructional time during the day will be counted ½ day absent. Any student missing 3 ½ hours or more of instructional time during a day will be counted absent for the day.

8 Student Appearance: A student’s appearance (clothing, cleanliness, and accessories) is expected to be comfortable, seasonally appropriate, and not interfere with the classroom environment by disturbing or distracting other students. Students should wear the following to school. Pants: • Pants must be tan, khaki, navy, or black • Straight-legged or boot cut • If belts are worn, they must be fitted and put through belt loops • Must fit at the waist and not be oversized or undersized • Pants that are baggy or sagging are prohibited • Tights or bottoms made of spandex are prohibited • Denim jeans of any color, pedal pushers, and bell bottoms are not permitted • Walking shorts are permitted (straight-legged shorts that are at the knee) • Full length pants, cropped pants, cargo pants and straight-legged Capri pants are permitted Skirts/jumpers • Must be tan khaki, navy, or black • Must be at or below the knee • Must be plain/solid material9no see-through or lace) Shirts • Must be polo style • Mustang shirt (royal blue or white only) • Plain/solid white or navy (no logos) • Must be tucked in • T-shirts may be worn as undergarment; designs/lettering must not be visible Shoes • No heels higher than one and one-half inches. This includes wedge heel shoes • Shoes with rollers/wheels are prohibited • Athletic shoes, sandals with straps on the heel, and boots are permitted. Uniform Outerwear: • Light jackets, vests, shirts, sweaters, sweat shirts, and cardigans are permitted as items worn

over uniform top • Uniform jackets worn during the day must be white, tan, navy or black

Student Behavior

One of the most important lessons that educators teach is self-discipline. It is the shared responsibility of the home and the school to accomplish this goal. Training and instruction develops self-control, character, orderliness, and efficiency. Self-discipline is the key to good conduct and proper consideration for other people. At Lincoln Middle, recognizing and praising good behavior and, when necessary, taking corrective actions encourage, self-discipline. Lincoln students are expected to put forth their best effort and at all times conduct themselves in

 

 

a manner that will promote a safe and orderly learning environment for all our students. In order to support our students, school and classroom procedures and expectations of behavior are taught to all children.

9 Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence recognizes that effective school discipline can best be achieved and maintained through the cooperative efforts of parents, educators, and students. Everyone has the right to expect a wholesome atmosphere that is conducive to learning. Building-wide Non-negotiable Procedures: • Follow directions by all adults • Show kindness and respect to everyone • Be prepared and on time for all classes • Move about the building silently Bullying is strictly prohibited. Any act intended to cause emotional or physical harm or to threaten, intimidate, or damage reputations or friends is considered bullying behavior. This includes teasing, taunting, name-calling, rumor-spreading, tripping, pushing, hitting, excluding other people, extorting money or other things of value, damaging property, or any other act intended to intimidate or to belittle another student. Any disruptive behavior, inappropriate language, or hurtful act that keeps the teacher from teaching or students from learning will not be tolerated. This behavior will be subject to corrective measures. Acceptable Corrective Measures include: • Teacher/student conference • Loss of privileges or preferred activities • Time-out in the classroom or office • Communication with the parent via note telephone email or discipline slip • Parent/teacher conference • Detention • Referral to counselor • Referral to Principal • In-school suspension, • Out-of -school suspension General Student Regulations: Students are responsible for their personal property. Articles of clothing and personal belongings should be marked with your child’s name. Lost and Found items are stored and students should report any missing or found items to the office. Any items left after last day of school will be donated to charity. Cell phones are allowed on school property. However, making calls, receiving calls, and texting are not allowed during school hours. Cell phones should remain off and in the child’s backpack. Use of cell phone during the school day is not allowed unless such use has been specifically approved by the principal for medical or other compelling reasons or the classroom teacher is using them for instructional purposes. Students are asked not to bring items to school that can be considered weapons, alcohol or tobacco products, or disruptive. Examples of these items include, but are not limited to:

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● Large amounts of money

 

 

● Pets ● Guns-real or toy/BB shot or ammunition ● Knives ● Firecrackers ● Matches/lighters ● Hardballs /baseball bats ● Trading cards ● Skateboards/scooters/rollerblades/wheelies ● Gum ● Pagers ● Laser pointers ● Boom box/CD player/radio ● Electronic equipment including games ● Toys ● Party invitations, unless each member of the class is invited ● Energy drinks

Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence reserves the right to control behavior which does not support good order, discipline, and learning even though such behavior is not directly specified in the preceding section.

Period of Silence: Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence student and staff will observe a one minute period of silence at the beginning of each school day in accordance with Act 576 of Arkansas 2013 Legislative Session. The Act states that the teacher or school employee in charge of the classroom shall ensure that all students remain silent and do not interfere with or distract another student during the period of silence.

Arrival Procedures Students may not enter the building until 7:30 am. There will be no one on duty until that time. For your child’s safety, please do not leave your child unattended during that time. Car Riders/Walkers All car riders should enter the building through the Cafeteria through the East door. We need parental cooperation to ensure the safety of all children. For your child’s safety, please only let your child out of the car in the Drop-Off Lane. (The Drop-off Lane is closest to the building) Please pull your car all the way to the breezeway to drop off your child if you are first in line. To allow traffic to move smoothly, please park your vehicle in the parking spaces provided in the parking lot. Cars parked in the passing or drop-off lanes cause delays. If you choose to park you must escort your child across the parking lot. Bus Riders Bus riders enter through the West door of the cafeteria.

11 Bicycle Riders Students may ride their bicycles to school; however, the school does not accept the responsibility for the security of any bike. Locks are recommended. Motorized bikes, scooters, and skateboards are not allowed on school grounds. For safety reasons, students should dismount their bikes while on school property. Once off school grounds, students may ride.

 

 

Bicycles are parked the duration of the day at the bike rack located by the front entrance of the building.

Dismissal Procedures

The school day ends at 3:05 Car riders/Walkers are dismissed at 3:05 Bus Riders are dismissed at 3:10 Teachers are informed of student’s dismissal transportation. If there is any change in transportation the parent must notify the Transportation Department before 2:00 pm. The Transportation Department will notify the school, and the school will notify the child. If information has not gone through the transportation department, your child will be dismissed following their usual manner. No child may use the phone in the office to ask if he/she may go to another students’ house after school. These arrangements must be made ahead of time with both children’s parents. Car Riders Car Riders will be dismissed from the main entrance. Drivers are to line up in a single line outside of the parking area. Keep pulling forward with the flow of traffic until you reach the Loading Zone, where your child will load from the sidewalk. Once all students are loaded, drivers will proceed out to the flow of traffic. Please do not park your car to walk into the building to check your child out during dismissal time. It is extremely important that everyone follow Car Rider procedures. They have been designed to be as safe and as equitable as possible. Our goal is to dismiss all students as safely and quickly as possible. We appreciate your support in our dismissal procedures. Bus Riders - All bus riders must exit to the cafeteria where their busses will be called. Walkers – Must exit at their designated area and go directly to their home.

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Checkout Procedures

Attendance is an important component of a student’s educational success. If your child must leave during the school day, please remember

● A parent or guardian must come in to the office to sign out the child, ● Staff will summon your child to the office via the intercom, ● Your child will only be released to you unless you notify the office otherwise, and ● Staff will need to see your identification.

Recess Procedures

Every child will have one twenty-minute recess every day. All children will participate in recess when weather permits unless the child has a note from a

 

 

doctor or a parent. In the case of extreme heat or cold, we will only be out for a short period of time. Please see that your child always brings appropriate outdoor clothing. For the safety of our students, parents or guest are not allowed on the playground.

Textbook/school property procedures Textbooks are furnished free of charge. Parents or guardians will be charged if textbooks and/or other school property are lost or damaged. Search and seizure In the assignment of school property to a student, the school retains the ownership of such and the right to inspect it or reclaim it. Searches of school property may be conducted at any time.

Inclement Weather Procedures

During snow and icy conditions, local radio stations will announce if school will be in session or dismissed early. It is impossible many times to predict the road conditions in advance. The decision concerning bus operations may have to be made shortly before regular bus departure time. If during the day, weather conditions become severe enough to require busses to make their runs before regularly scheduled time, local radio and television stations will be notified. If the school district has your phone number on file you may also be notified via call-cast.

Telephone Procedures The school telephone is for business calls only. We have a limited number of lines for a school community. Necessary plans should be made with your child before leaving home. Children will be called to the phone only in cases of emergency. If necessary, your child’s teacher will be more than happy to return your call during not-student contact time, Please feel free to request a call if you would like to speak to your child’s teacher.

13 Health Services Procedures

We have a registered nurse who services both Lincoln and Stewart Elementary. If a child is injured or becomes ill at school, parents will be notified. If the parent cannot be reached, then the person designated as an emergency contact will be called. Please be sure to keep the school notified of any changes in telephone numbers, addresses, places of employment, and emergency contacts. This will help ensure that you receive notification of your child’s needs as quickly as possible. It is important for parents to bring to the school’s attention any medical problems or allergies that might affect a child’s academic or behavioral performance. The nurse or paraprofessional can communicate your child’s needs with the teacher and modify and /or excuse your child from activities as needed. Parents, with the cooperation of physicians are requested to schedule all medication to be given at home whenever possible. In the case that medication must be given at school, a medication form must be filed with the nurse from parent or guardian before school personnel are permitted to administer medication. Medication cannot be given unless it is in a prescription container that is clearly marked with your child’s name, dosage, when it is to be given, and the name of the medication. Most local pharmacists are aware of school policy and will gladly give you an extra container when asked. Students will not be allowed to transport medication on the bus.

 

 

Please notify the school if you detect head lice or nits in your child’s hair. The school nurse may need to examine other children as a precaution. We adhere to the FCSD Board “NO NIT” guideline which states, “ALL nits must be removed and proof of treatment is required.” Various screenings will occur in designated grade levels throughout the year. Some students will be weighed and measured. Vision and hearing screenings will also occur. Scoliosis screening (curvature of the spine) is completed with students also.

Lincoln Middle Activities Student Activities Lincoln Middle wants to shape young minds by offering them exposure to a variety of activities that can enrich our student’s academic learning. Library Our School Library is a source of pride. It is well equipped and a vital part of our school’s instructional program. Through regularly scheduled class times and open library times, students are exposed to many books, research materials, audio-visual materials, and computer software. Students are encouraged to use all materials and check out books as often as needed. In order to maintain an adequate collection, students, teachers, and parents must cooperate to see that materials are returned on time and in good condition. Parents/guardians will be charged for materials not returned or are returned damaged.

14 Physical Education Physical Education is offered to all students. If a student’s participation has some limitations, it will be necessary to submit a written note to the nurse to be excused from any activities. Continued limitations will require a medical doctor’s written excuse. Regular school clothing is satisfactory for physical education activities. However, sturdy footwear such as tennis shoes is needed for most activities. Please help your child be safe by not wearing sandals on scheduled Physical Education days. Art - is offered to all students Music - is offered to all students

Guidance The Counseling/Guidance program at Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence is designed to help all students reach their fullest potential. The Counselor offers Guidance Lessons to every student in the building. These lessons focus on social issues that will help children develop their friendship, problem solving, communication, and inter-personal relationship skills. Our Counselor is also available to conference with students one-on-one or in small groups. Students may request to see the counselor when needed. Parents and teachers are encouraged to seek out the Counselor to help any student in need. Awards Students are awarded recognition for their academic and outstanding performance in the classroom; parents are invited to attend these ceremonies.

 

 

School Parties Parties or food celebrations are strongly discouraged. The Arkansas Department of Education rules prohibit treats at school except to designated party days or other days sanctioned by the school. Please check with your child’s teacher before bringing treats to school.

Special Services Lincoln Middle is a school that believes in the concept of inclusion. Inclusion truly intends to have children in their least restrictive environment. Through inclusion, students receive their support services while staying in their regular classroom as much as possible. If you believe your child should be referred for any type of special services such as speech, special education or 504, please speak with your child’s Counselor. He/she will begin the Response to Intervention process. Further help with Special Education can be found by calling 870.633.1796.

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Parent Activities

Parent Involvement Lincoln Middle Academy of Excellence recognizes the value of a strong home/school connection. Families, administrators, teachers and support staff must work together as a team to support high standards for all students. Lincolns Parent Involvement addresses the ways in which the school and the home can work together to meet the specific academic needs of our students. This plan is available to all parents including those with limited English proficiency. Lincoln staff believes that the link between the home and the school is so important to your child’s education. We encourage parents to partner with their child’s teacher to provide the best educational opportunities for you child. Act 603 of 2003, 307 of 2007, and 397 of 2009 requires all public schools to create a parent involvement plan. The purpose of this plan is to outline a way by which parents, staff, and community can work together to support each child’s education. This plan is part of the overall school improvement. Communication with parents should be regular, on-going, and two-way. Please feel free to contact your child’s teacher with any questions or concerns. Parent meetings will be held to inform parents of school status, spending of federal monies, student expectations, grading, state and federal testing and results, and student progress. Resources and suggested tips will be provided to assist parents as they work with their child at home. Parents interested in volunteering can obtain a volunteer survey from the office. It offers parents ways in which they can become involved in their child’s education. PTO Lincoln Middle is the school for your child! Becoming involved in PTO provides an opportunity to contribute suggestions for the improvement of the educational program. Website

 

 

For those of you with computer access, check out our district’s website for the latest information about schools. Calendars, lunch menus, school weather announcements, educational links, and so much more are at your disposal. The address in http://forrestcity.gabbarthost.com/ For more specific Lincoln information, follow the links on the main site to our home.

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