1. Where is Lincoln Elementary School located?

Lincoln Elementary School is located in 710 South Pennsylvania Street,Denver, CO-80209

2. What is Lincoln Elementary School's Phone Number/Contact Number?

720-424-5990 is the listed contact number for Lincoln Elementary School

3. What grades does Lincoln Elementary School teach?

Lincoln Elementary Schoolenrollments are open for PK to grade 6 students.

4. How many students are enrolled at Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School serves about 363 students

5. How many Teachers are employed in Lincoln Elementary School?

The school has about 19 certified teachers.

6. What is the Student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School?

Students per Teacher ratio is 19:1.

1. What if I filled out a survey before the August 2nd deadline but have now changed my mind on which educational option I would like to choose?

If you have already submitted a survey for your child and have now changed your mind on which educational option you want, please fill out the survey once again in its entirety and re-submit it. Surveys are time-stamped and district staff will be able to track your latest choice.

2. Is it a possibility that Kindergarten will be offered half days?

No, we will not be offering a half day kindergarten option.

3. If we choose full online schooling will the technology (computers) be provided for each child?

It will depend on the availability of technology at each school. Families are encouraged to reach out to their school’s front office for more information as needed.

4. If I choose in-person learning and the class/school gets closed down so that in-person is not an option, then what? Can my kids join the online teaching program or will it be the in-person staff doing online learning?

When in-person learning is selected and the class/school is closed for a period of time, students will remain with their in-person class in a remote learning environment. Staff will be receiving training this fall to deliver their content in this way and there will be expectations for students to participate and provide evidence of learning that will be graded.

5. Will the platforms for in class and online be the same? If someone gets sick will they be able to work from home without missing a beat?

The online platform used by students during their in-person instruction will be consistent. A different platform will be used to deliver the fully online instructional option. Depending on the level of learning that is done remotely while in-person instruction is in place, students may be able to work from home. This will be teacher and content specific. For the classrooms that do not use the District online platform as part of their in-person instruction, students will be able to access missed lessons and assignments as they have in the past by requesting them from the teacher.

6. Do all the students in a household have to select the same option (online vs. in person)?

No. Families may choose a different option for each child if they wish.

7. Will there be any opportunity for the children doing the online choice to have socialization with other kids or participate in extracurricular activities?

Yes, students in the fully online option will be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities offered at their neighborhood school.

8. When my family chooses to return to in-person instruction or a full on-line model, does that decision last for the entire school year? Or can it be changed?

Once registered, students in grades K-8 will stay in online learning for at least a semester. Due to the high school in-person schedule that will be in place, students in grades 9-12 will remain in online learning for the full year to ensure attainment of credits towards graduation requirements. Survey information is due by August 2, 2020.

9. What curriculum do you use?

We use the framework of Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum in our classrooms as well as the Pyramid model for teaching social skills. Both of these are research-based and developmentally appropriate for children ages 3 to 5. Building relationships with families and children is the foundation of our curriculum. The classroom environment is set up with a variety of interest areas and children spend a significant portion of their day learning through play. We align our curriculum district-wide using Preschool through Grade 12 state academic standards as well as meeting the federal Head Start Child Outcomes.

10. Where are the preschool programs located?

We have many early childhood programs throughout the district: Berthoud Elementary, Berthoud EC at Turner MS, Carrie Martin, Centennial, Cottonwood Plains, Coyote Ridge, Edmondson, High Plains, Lincoln, Monroe, Ponderosa, Sarah Milner, Stansberry EC and Winona. All classrooms serve children from all funding sources.

11. What paperwork is required to be considered for enrollment?

The first step is to complete an application. Next steps include a developmental screening and submission of required paperwork, which includes copy of birth certificate, immunizations, income verification.

12. When will I know if my child has been accepted into the program for beginning of the upcoming school year?

Children who qualify for Head Start, Colorado Preschool Program, or special education are placed in the program sometime in May and notifications go out go out by letter soon thereafter. Following the first round of placements, ongoing placements occur throughout the summer and fall. Please note, placement in our program is based on many factors-it’s not a first come first serve basis.For tuition, families are notified by letter after March 5th if they have a spot in the program. They then need to sign the tuition contract, bring a copy of their child’s birth certificate, immunization records and also provide the first month’s payment. All students will need to submit a current physical prior to starting in a classroom.

13. Who attends our preschool?

We serve children who qualify for Head Start, Colorado Preschool Program, Special Education, and those who pay tuition. There will be children in the classroom who have an identified disability. All children are served in our integrated early childhood classrooms. If needed, we hire additional classroom staff to support the needs of the children. We believe that children of all abilities and backgrounds benefit from learning together in an integrated classroom setting.

14. Who will be teaching my child?

Our classrooms are taught by a lead teacher who has at least a BA in Education and is also licensed by the Colorado Department of Education as an early childhood teacher. Most of our teachers also have their Masters in Early Childhood Special Education.In addition to the lead teacher, every classroom has at least one paraprofessional who is Early Childhood Teacher Qualified (ECT) as defined by Colorado Childcare Licensing. ECT teachers would be qualified to teach at a community-based preschool program. Speech and Occupational Therapist works in the classroom on a regular basis. A lunch aide assists in serving lunch. Child and Family Support Paraprofessionals work with families/children who qualify for our Head Start program.Our early childhood coordinator staff frequently go in and out of classrooms to provide support, feedback, coaching, and to get to know the children and families enrolled in the program. Background checks are completed on all staff including substitutes who come into the classroom.

15. Will my child eat at school?

Currently our program serves breakfast/snack and lunch. We work with the district nutritional services department to provide the food. Since we eat family style, all children participate in the hot lunch program unless there are specific dietary or medical restrictions. The 3-hour program provides breakfast or snack and the 3½ hour program provides both breakfast/snack and lunch.

16. How will I be informed of my child’s progress?

At the beginning of the year we have a home visit as a part of the transition to preschool. During the school year we have two parent teacher conferences. Families will receive a progress report outlining their child’s strengths and next steps. Teachers are always available to meet with families on an as-needed basis.

17. Can I volunteer in my child’s classroom?

Yes!!! We encourage all parents to volunteer in or out of the classroom. We ask all volunteers to register.

18. When do classes meet?

We have both AM and PM options Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Many preschoolers will need to attend in the afternoons.

19. Does my child need to be potty-trained?

Children begin our program at many different points in their potty-training experience. Our staff is very skilled at supporting this process.

20. Do I need to provide school supplies?

No. It is helpful for each child to have their own backpack. Occasionally teachers will post a classroom wish list, but nothing is required.

21. Can I leave during a secure the perimeter?

Sometimes we will be on a modified Secure the Perimeter where we will let students and visitors in and out of themain entrances – you may need to show your ID and be ready to answer questions. Other times we may not letanyone (adults or students) in or out of the building regardless if you have an off­block. Please listen forinstructions from either your teacher or an announcement.

22. Are there accommodations for students with disabilities?

The Lincoln Elementary School is an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant building. The building contains handicap accessible doors, parking, and bathrooms.