A Year-End Message from the Principal — Winter 2025 Dear Families,
What a wonderful way to close out 2025 — my heart is full of gratitude for this caring, spirited school community. Thank you for your partnership, your encouragement of our learners, and the many ways you make our school a warm, welcoming place. I am deeply grateful to students, staff, volunteers, and families for a year of curiosity, kindness, and growth. We celebrated many classroom achievements, community events, and everyday acts of kindness that make our school special, and I’m especially appreciative of the families who volunteered at events, supported field trips, and cheered on our children all year long.
Our winter musical, We Are Monsters, was a joyful, hilarious, and heartwarming success. The show followed a group of human kids who stumble into a monster cabaret filled with quirky, lovable characters — from vegetarian vampires to rock n’ roll werewolves. Through their adventures the students and monsters learned that there is more to one another than first impressions, and that friendship and celebrating what makes each of us unique are what truly matter. A huge round of applause to the cast, crew, music and stage teams, and all the families who came to support the performances — your enthusiasm made the show shine. And, a special thank you to Ms. Donelson and Mr. Alex for bringing this production to life at Lincoln!
Our whole school also joined together for a fun, cooperative CLUE game — and together we solved the mystery! Congratulations to Ms. Algoe's class for solving the ENTIRE mystery! It was a delight to watch students problem-solve, collaborate across grade levels, and cheer each other on. Please ask your child about the clues they found and the role they played in cracking the case — you’ll hear some great stories. And, ask about our final celebration with Mr. Alex singing a CLUE rendition of Sweet Caroline!
We head into 2026 with optimism and high hopes. In the new year, we’ll continue to foster academic growth and social-emotional learning, create more hands-on, joyful learning experiences, and strengthen our partnerships with families and community members. Enjoy this peaceful break with your family — thank you again for your support, your trust, and for making this school a place where every child can thrive.
Warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a happy, healthy New Year — see you in 2026! With gratitude, Principal Shelley |
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December 22, 2025 - January 5, 2026 Winter Break January 10, 2026 PTSA Coffee on the Blacktop January 14, 2026 Restaurant Night - Campus Lounge & Bonnie Brae Ice Cream
January 20, 2026 Collaborative School Committee Meeting (Virtual) January 23, 2026 Lincoln Elementary School Spelling Bee |
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SAVE THE DATE: SPRING 2026 CMAS TESTING |
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Important — CMAS Testing Window for Lincoln 3rd–6th Grade Students
Colorado’s statewide assessment (CMAS — Colorado Measures of Academic Success) will be administered to all Lincoln students in grades 3–6 during a required three‑week testing window this spring. Strong attendance during this window is essential so every student can complete their tests without interruption. Please:
Mark your calendars for the three‑week testing period (April 7, 2026 - April 24, 2027) Avoid scheduling appointments, vacations, or late arrivals on school days during that window. Make sure students get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy breakfast on test days. Why this matters:
These statewide results help teachers and the district understand student progress and guide instruction. When students are present, testing runs more smoothly and minimizes stress for classmates and teachers. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring every child is at school and ready to do their best. If you have scheduling conflicts or questions, please contact the school office or your child’s teacher. Thank you for your support! |
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The Lincoln Student Store is Open!
Check out Lincoln's new online store! |
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IT'S TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR Current Lincoln ECE Families - Check Your Email for Pre-Registration Details to Guarantee Your Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year
The SchoolChoice Round 1 window is earlier this year! For the 2026-27 school year, the application will open at 10 a.m. on Dec. 2 and close at 4 p.m. on Jan. 20, 2026. Families will be notified of placement results in late February. Please go to the SchoolChoice website for up-to-date information and resources.
Lincoln School Tours are happening. More information can be found on the Lincoln Website: Lincoln Elementary Website
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Thank You, Lincoln Community!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Lincoln families, our community raised $10,000 for teacher and staff gifts—surpassing what we’ve ever raised before! This support allowed us to give every staff member a Lincoln Lynx tote bag and a cash gift. Our PTSA Board “elves” assembled and delivered the gifts this week, much to the delight of our teachers and staff. We are so grateful for a community that consistently shows up to support the people who care for our kids every day. |
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| Save the Date: Lincoln BASH (“Be a School Hero”)
Saturday, April 25, 2026
New venue! Skylight, 833 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204
Lincoln BASH (“Be a School Hero”) is our biggest annual Spring fundraiser and a celebration of the incredible community that makes Lincoln Elementary so extraordinary. This adults-only evening promises an unforgettable night of community, music, delicious food and drinks, dancing, both an online and live auction, and paddle raise - all in support of Lincoln.
This year, we’re excited to host BASH at a new venue, Skylight, making the night even more special! BASH is not only a highlight of the year, but also a key fundraiser that helps support the programs and experiences that make our school exceptional. Help pick the 2026 BASH theme!
We want your ideas for this year’s theme. Share your creativity by submitting your theme idea here. Join the Fun!
We are currently seeking volunteers to help with acquiring auction items, alcohol donations, and communications. If you’d like to get involved, please contact bash@mylincolnptsa.org. |
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| | Celebrating Our Teachers & Staff with Uno Mas and Kaos Pizzeria!
A huge thank you to Uno Mas Taqueria and Kaos Pizzeria for their generous support of our Lincoln teachers & staff. Thanks to these local partners, teachers and staff will have chances to enjoy gift cards throughout the next several months. We’re grateful for businesses that give back to our school community, and we encourage our families to support the businesses that support Lincoln. We can’t wait to see our faculty and staff enjoy these well-deserved treats!
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| Thank you for supporting Lincoln Families through the Pantry Program
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Lincoln community, the Pantry Program has distributed $5,300 in grocery store gift cards to Lincoln families this year. Your support is making a real difference for families when they need it most - thank you for showing up for our community.
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