Lincoln Elementary Magnet School -

Dear Lincoln 5th Grade Parents, First and foremost, thank you so much for allowing your child to attend today’s field trip to the Georgia National Fair in Perry, Georgia. We apologize for the delay in the return time. Although we initially estimated the students would be back between 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., the buses have unfortunately been delayed due to traffic. I’ve just received an update that the buses are in Perry, Georgia, and are now loading for the return trip. I will remain here at the school until all students, faculty, and staff have safely returned. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this time, and we apologize for any inconvenience the delay may cause. The new estimated arrival time is between 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The buses are on their way! Respectfully, Dr. Angela D. Shumate Principal

Upcoming Events for Students Students who do not participate in the daily events must wear their school uniforms.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We would like to invite you to our Annual Title I Meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our school's Title I program, how it benefits your child, and how we can work together to support student success. Please see the attached flyer for additional information. We look forward to seeing you there and partnering with you in your child's education!

The Dougherty County School System is excited to participate in National Bullying Prevention Month this October with the theme "United Against Bullying: One Community, One Voice." We’re hosting a variety of activities to raise awareness and promote a safe, bully-free environment for all students. Mark your calendars for Unity Day on Thursday, October 10th! The entire district will be wearing orange to show support for bullying prevention and solidarity. We encourage everyone to join us in this powerful statement. More to come!!!

IMPORTANT: Dougherty County Schools will be closed Thursday and Friday in anticipation of severe weather associated with Hurricane Helene. We anticipate normal school operations will resume on Monday. Should plans change, we will send out notifications through the district app, text and email. We are now in a Hurricane Warning and a flood watch. Hurricane force winds are projected overnight Thursday, into Friday morning. The system is expected to be precipitated by excessive rain on Thursday. This is a dangerous weather system. We encourage everyone to heed the guidance of emergency management officials and take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of your family.

Greetings Parents, Based on the latest information from the National Weather Service, all DCSS schools and offices will be closed for the remainder of the week. We are now in a Hurricane Warning and a flood watch. Hurricane force winds are projected overnight Thursday, into Friday morning. The system is expected to be precipitated by excessive rain on Thursday. This is a dangerous weather system. We encourage you to heed the guidance of emergency management officials and take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of your family. We anticipate normal school operations will resume on Monday. Should plans change, we will send out notifications through the district app, text and email. Thanks,

We wanted to remind you that our PBIS Kick Off Week will not begin until next week, Monday, September 30, 2024. This week, students are still expected to come to school in their regular school uniforms. NEXT WEEK Please ensure your child follows the uniform guidelines for the rest of this week. We are excited to celebrate our PBIS Kick Off next week. See the flyer below for more details regarding NEXT WEEK'S activities. Thank you for your attention and support.

WEATHER STATEMENT: Click the link for important information about Tropical Storm Helene: https://bit.ly/3XToE9L

Your Feedback Matters: Complete the Cognia Parent Survey! Dear Parents and Guardians, We value your insights and are seeking your feedback through the Cognia Parent Survey. This survey is designed to gather important data on student academic learning and wellness for the current school year. Participation is both anonymous and voluntary, but highly encouraged. Your responses will help the Cognia Accrediting Agency, Dougherty County School System, and our local schools gain valuable feedback to support continuous improvement in our educational environment. Please take a few moments to complete the survey linked below: https://bit.ly/3Xrx46R Thank you for your time and valuable input!

DCSS Parents & Guardians, Please use this link for an important update from the Superintendent about recent social media hoaxes affecting our school community. Your awareness is crucial. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3XGTqCu

Subject: Important Testing Dates for 3rd - 5th Grade Students Dear Families, We hope this message finds you well. We want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support in your child's education. As we approach the upcoming testing period, I want to share the important dates for our 3rd - 5th Grade students: Reading Universal Screener NWEA MAP (Growth Measure Assessment): Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Narrative Writing Assesslet: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Fall ELA BEACON: September 24, 2024 Fall Math BEACON: September 25, 2024 These assessments are vital for understanding each student's progress and areas for growth. We encourage you to remind your child to do their best during this time. Your support makes a significant difference! Thank you for your partnership in your child's education.

The district is aware of a threat circulating around the state on social media. It appears that the schools mentioned were extracted from a list of Title 1 schools listed on the GaDOE website. Although we believe this to be a hoax, out of an abundance of caution, we are placing all schools on a soft lockdown posture until the posts are investigated thoroughly. The safety and security of our students, employees and guests is our number one priority.

Greetings Parents, This is a reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place tomorrow, September 5, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM, and on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 1:15 PM to 3:00 PM. Students will be dismissed early at 12:30 PM on both days. Please ensure that your child is picked up at 12:30 PM. If your child is usually picked up by a daycare van, please confirm that the van will arrive at LEMS by 12:30 PM. Thank you for your cooperation.

Back to School Dance & Dress Down Day Friday, August 30, 2024 Students will be able to dance and wear their favorite school appropriate outfit. No ripped jeans. The cost to participate is $3.00. We thank you for your continued support.

Dear Lincoln Elementary Families, We are thrilled to invite you to our Grandparents' Day 2024 celebration! Here are the details: Date: September 6, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Location: 518 W. Society Avenue, Albany, GA, 31701 Please complete the attached RSVP form and return it to school by August 30, 2024. Kindly note that no forms can be accepted after this date. We look forward to a wonderful celebration with our students and their grandparents!

WEATHER STATEMENT: In light of the most recent updates regarding the track of Tropical Storm Debby, school for Monday, August. 5, 2024 has been canceled. See more here: https://bit.ly/DebStatement1

SUMMER BUS ROUTES: Summer bus routes have been added to the website! Just click the link or search with those keywords: https://www.docoschools.org/page/summer-school-bus-routes

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dougherty County Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024 on the second floor of the student center at Albany State University West Campus located at 2400 Gillionville Rd, Albany, GA 31707. The agenda is available here: https://bit.ly/4buLeJR

SUMMER LEARNING: Click the link for information on the district's Summer Bridge program. https://bit.ly/3WqncLP Solicitud en español: https://bit.ly/3wkHlZ3

DELAYED START: After additional review of the weather forecast, and out of an abundance of caution, we will delay reporting times for students and employees by one hour on Thursday in order to give the weather system time to clear our area.