Lincoln ESD 156 encourages its general education teachers to earn ESL endorsements. When an ESL endorsed teacher is available, TPI students at that grade level are placed in the ESL-endorsed teacher's classroom. TBE students who are paced in the at that grade level are placed in the ESL-endorsed teacher's classroom are also provided services by the bilingual education teacher. Both teachers to ensure the students' language needs are being met and differentiation is occurring,
The Lincoln School District Board of Education approved the adoption of new and textbooks and curriculum materials for students in grades K-8 in the 2017 school year.
Our curriculum is rigorous and grounded in the Common Core Standards, which are aligned to the New Illinois Learning Standards and English Language Development Standards. All curriculum has an EL component for our EL students.
The most exciting part about our textbook adoption is the fact that students have access to digital and print content and in English and Spanish. Students not only have access to textbooks and other learning resources in the classroom, they will also have the ability to access all curricular materials online during and after school hours. This will allow parents to fully participate in the teaching and learning process.
The math curriculum adopted for K-5th grade is Pearson Envision Math 2.0. Envision Math 2.0 is a comprehensive mathematics program which offers the flexibility of print and digital instruction. Envision Math 2.0 encourages project based learning, incorporates visual learning strategies and provides and extensive repertoire of options for customization to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. As our students transition to middle school we want to expand their knowledge of math and mathematical practices in preparation for college and beyond. We have adopted Glencoe Math by McGraw-Hill for students in 6-8th grade. Glencoe Math engages students with Common Core Math standards and practices to develop critical thinkers by making math real for students. Glencoe math is also offered in a blended format of interactive online digital access to the curriculum and resources.
Our reading programs are researched based and are also offered in a digital and print environment. We have adopted Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Company reading products, Journeys, for grades K-5 and Collections, for 6-8th grade. The adoption of HMHCO reading materials will provide a consistent approach and ideology about Reading/English Language Arts. Students will be able to create portfolios of their work, which will allow them and you to see the growth in their learning.
Science and Social Studies are important subjects used to ensure our students are well equipped with global information and prepared for careers in the field of science and technology. All students in grades K-8 will be working with Pearson Interactive Science. The science program is a hands-on interactive science curriculum. Students in grades K-5 will learn social studies concepts using Pearson myWorld Social Studies in grades K-5, myWorld History 6th grade, and American History Middle Grades. These products are also available in print and digitally.
Detailed information regarding how to access all curriculum items is provided by your child’s teacher.