Dear Lincoln Leopard Families,
Happy New Year! While it may feel unusual to say that in August, for those of us in education, the start of a new school year truly is the beginning of a fresh year filled with opportunities.
I’m excited to welcome you and your child(ren) to the 2025-26 school year at Lincoln Elementary! Our staff has been working hard to prepare for a year full of learning, growth, and memorable experiences. We are eager to partner with you to ensure your child has an engaging and successful year.
As parents, you are your child’s first and most important teacher. The value you place on education will have a lasting impact on their attitude toward learning. Together, we can build the foundation for their success.
You’ll often see me around campus, in classrooms, and at events—supporting our students, teachers, and families. I believe in creating a learning environment that is structured yet caring, where expectations for behavior and academics are clear and consistent. When children feel safe, respected, and challenged, they thrive.
My goals for this year are to continue improving our school environment, supporting our teachers, and helping every student reach their highest potential. I believe all children can succeed when provided with the right support, encouragement, and opportunities. Lincoln Elementary is more than a school—it’s a family, and I am committed to fostering a sense of belonging for every student.
I invite you to be an active part of our school community. Whether it’s through volunteering, joining our parent groups, or staying connected with your child’s teacher, your involvement truly makes a difference—both academically and emotionally. We welcome and encourage communication in English or Spanish.
Let’s make this a year to BELIEVE—in our students, in each other, and in the power of working together.
Sincerely,
Mr. John Jimenez
Estimadas familias de Lincoln:
¡Feliz Año Nuevo! Aunque parezca extraño decirlo en agosto, para quienes trabajamos en educación, el inicio de un nuevo año escolar es realmente el comienzo de un nuevo año lleno de oportunidades.
Me emociona darles la bienvenida a ustedes y a sus hijos al año escolar 2025-26 en la Escuela Primaria Lincoln. Nuestro personal se ha esforzado por preparar un año lleno de aprendizaje, crecimiento y experiencias memorables. Nos entusiasma colaborar con ustedes para asegurar que su hijo tenga un año emocionante y exitoso.
Como padres, ustedes son los primeros y más importantes maestros de sus hijos. El valor que le den a la educación tendrá un impacto duradero en su actitud hacia el aprendizaje. Juntos, podemos formar las bases de su éxito.
Me verán a menudo en el campus, en las aulas y en eventos, apoyando a nuestros estudiantes, maestros y familias. Creo en crear un ambiente de aprendizaje estructurado pero a la vez solidario, donde las expectativas de comportamiento y rendimiento académico sean claras y coherentes. Cuando los niños se sienten seguros, respetados y estimulados, prosperan.
Mis metas para este año son seguir mejorando nuestro ambiente escolar, apoyar a nuestros maestros y ayudar a cada estudiante a alcanzar su máximo potencial. Creo que todos los niños pueden tener éxito si reciben el apoyo y las oportunidades adecuados. La Escuela Primaria Lincoln es más que una escuela: es una familia, y me comprometo a fomentar un sentido de pertenencia en cada estudiante.
Los invito a formar parte activa de nuestra comunidad escolar. Ya sea como voluntarios, uniéndose a nuestros grupos de padres o manteniéndose en contacto con el maestro de su hijo, su participación realmente marca la diferencia, tanto académica como emocionalmente. Agradecemos y fomentamos la comunicación en inglés o español.
Hagamos de este un año para CREER: en nuestros estudiantes, en los demás y en el poder de trabajar juntos.
Atentamente
Señor John Jiménez
My personal vision begins with believing that all children can learn in a structured, supportive school environment. I believe in creating and orchestrating an environment that is nurturing, child-centered, and compatible to how children learn best. I believe in building a school atmosphere that has a strong sense of family, and a high sense of belonging. I have made a commitment to empowering teachers and parents in educating all of our children to become productive and contributing members of our democratic society. I look forward to working with parents, teachers, support staff and central office in the best interest of our students and “keeping kids first” as we strive for excellence in achievement.
I have listed several of my basic beliefs about the way I’d like to see our school grow as well as several expectations I have of us all.
All students can and will learn.
All of our staff members will be the best we can be.
We will provide a quality education for all our students.
We will hold high expectations for our students; academically and behaviorally.
We will foster the development of self-esteem, pride and respect of self and other’s property.
We will model what we teach and expect from our students.
We will communicate openly, respectfully, and responsibly with other staff members.
We will communicate respectfully and regularly with parents.
We will handle discipline quickly, fairly and appropriately.
We will work together with all other staff members and families to create a positive environment in which to work, learn, and grow.