Join Lincoln Choirs!
Lincoln will offer two choir classes during the school day next year, Concert Choir and Advanced Chorale, which will provide singing opportunities for both low and high voices. There are options for advanced singers, as well as those with no singing background who want to learn. All ensembles are a year-long, and one credit.
Students should initially sign up for Concert Choir. Those who want to audition for Advanced Chorale should sign up in the music department or contact Aimee Mell.
Auditions for the Advanced Chorale will include singing a short excerpt of student choice (one minute or less), sight-reading, and a review of the student range and listening skills.
Auditions start in late February and may continue throughout the spring.
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Great Performance—Lincoln Chamber Orchestra
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On February 5, 2020, the Lincoln Chamber Orchestra, under the leadership of Ms. Victoria Greenbaum, performed at the Northwest Region Strings Concert, hosted by Ballard High School. They played Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis by Frank Bridge. For the All-Play Extravanganza, Lincoln students joined the other participating orchestras to perform Beethoven's Ode to Joy. Other participants included Ballard Chamber Orchestra, Whitman Senior Orchestra, McClure Advanced STrings, Eagle Staff Senior Orchestra, Catherine Blaine MS Orchestra, and several Elementary Strings. Congratulations to all performers for a job well done!
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PTSA Updates
PTSA Board elections will take place at the Spring Membership Meeting in May. Look for more information about the board positions and committees in upcoming newsletters. The Lincoln PTSA exists to support our students, teachers, staff, and families. We do this by organizing events, recruiting and providing volunteers and raising funds to support students and teachers. And we can't do it without YOU!
We want to thank Jo Langford for his helpful and illuminating presentation on the topic of Consent at last week's Membership Meeting. These conversations should be happening with our students now as they are navigating the complex waters of high school relationships. He also shared the Tea Consent video, which can help explain this complicated issue. More information about Jo can be found here.
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LHS Spring Formal
The Lincoln High School spring dance is on Saturday, March 7, at the Ballard Bay Club from 8-11 pm. Tickets go on sale on The Lincoln High School spring dance is on Saturday, March 7, at the Ballard Bay Club from 8-11 pm. Tickets go on sale Monday, February 24- Wednesday, March 4. They will be sold during lunch and after school each day in the lower commons outside Mr. Lee’s office. If students want to bring a non-Lincoln guest, they must submit a completed guest request form by tomorrow, Friday, February 14. Guest requests will not be taken after that point.
All tickets must be purchased in person by the student attending the dance, or the student bringing an outside guest. Each Lincoln student is limited to no more than one non-Lincoln guest. If a student wants to pay for another student’s ticket, the student buying the ticket AND the student that will USE the ticket must both be present to purchase the ticket). No tickets will be sold without checking ID, and because of that, tickets will not be available for purchase through SchoolPay. However, students can pay in person for their ticket with cash, check (made out to Lincoln High School), or card.
The dress for this event is semi-formal. Any students who need assistance with ticket costs or dress/suit rentals or purchase should see Ms. Neu or their counselor as soon as possible, and they will make it happen.
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Summer Whale Research Voyages
Deep Green Wilderness is happy to announce two summer whale research voyages in the Salish Sea. Students learn sailing and navigation skills while conducting their own research or art project. Throughout each voyage, there is a discussion of the different environmental policies that affect the lives of the whales and at the end of the cruise, students are tasked with making their own policy recommendations based on the findings of their research.
Orca Project June 21 - July 3
Wild Whale July 19 - August 8
Each voyage has two full scholarships and one partial scholarship available.
For more information and to register please visit our summer programs page.
Or, contact Captain Kevin Campion: kevin@deepgreenwilderness.com or (206) 228-3615
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Deep Green Wilderness is happy to announce two summer whale research voyages in the Salish Sea. Students learn sailing and navigation skills while conducting their own research or art project. Throughout each voyage, there is a discussion of the different environmental policies that affect the lives of the whales and at the end of the cruise, students are tasked with making their own policy recommendations based on the findings of their research.
Orca Project June 21 - July 3
Wild Whale July 19 - August 8
Each voyage has two full scholarships and one partial scholarship available.
For more information and to register please visit our summer programs page.
Or, contact Captain Kevin Campion: kevin@deepgreenwilderness.com or (206) 228-3615
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Broadway Bound Auditions
Students are invited to join Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre for the 2020 spring production of RENT: SCHOOL EDITION. This modern classic will be staged with teen-only casts. Participants will perform under the professional mentorship of people in the industry. Every Broadway Bound production has a live band, full sets, costumes, lighting, and a microphone for every performer. Auditions are February 26 - 29. Every person who auditions will get a part. Full and partial scholarships are available to qualifying students. Families interested in financial assistance can check their website broadwaybound.org.
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Volunteer Opportunity: gigs@Lincoln
PAL is seeking one or more parents willing to establish a new program for music students to be able to perform in the community. This is a fun opportunity that provides music students with experience working as musicians for hire. The parents would be responsible for creating procedures with ASB staff for evaluating opportunities and accepting payment (which would go towards the Lincoln ASB account for future needs) and then running the program in partnership with ASB and student performers. There are programs at other area high schools that can serve as examples. For more information, please contact Ed Phippen. |
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Earn Service Learning Hours
The John Hay Elementary School Auction is March 14th at Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center (where the Winterfest Ice Rink is held). They have two volunteer opportunities that night where your student can earn volunteer service hours.
- 4:30-9:30 pm: High School Volunteers needed to help the caterer with dinner service. Dinner will be provided to volunteers. Attire is black pants, black shirt, closed-toe shoes and hair pulled back.
- 9:30-11:00 pm: Volunteers needed to help clean up. This would entail loading up a rental van with leftover items, décor, and silent auction items. Heavy lifters encouraged!
Anyone interested can sign up here.
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SPRING ATHLETICS COMING SOON
Baseball, Boys Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Lacrosse, and Track & Field
Make sure you get signed up on FamilyID for Spring Sports! The paperwork deadline is February 24. Practices start on March 2.
2020 GIRLS SOFTBALL
If there are any girls interested in softball, please sign up and get your physicals up to date! Practices start March 2nd after school Monday-Friday. No experience needed, everyone is welcome. This will be a fun, and positive atmosphere focused on improving our skills and enjoying the game. For more information, please contact Coach Perry or Mr. Brakke.
2020 BOYS LACROSSE
Don't miss out on the first season of Lincoln Lacrosse! It's approaching quickly, and interested players are asked to register ASAP. Knowing player numbers helps with planning, and the registration fees pay for important resources.
Practices will almost exclusively be at Lower Woodland Park this year, with most practices starting at 5:45 pm. There are currently 7 games on the WHSBLA calendar with a few more in the works. It's going to be a fun season.
2020 GIRLS LACROSSE OPPORTUNITIES
Both Roosevelt High School and Ballard High School girls’ lacrosse teams are extending the opportunity for interested Lincoln prospective players to participate in their upcoming spring 2020 programs. Get the details.
CLUB SPORTS
GIRLS LYNX ULTIMATE FRISBEE TEAM
Calling all GIRLS who want to play ultimate frisbee this spring! Join the new Lincoln HS Girls Ultimate team. No previous experience needed—learn the sport while making new friends.
Practices start February 24, and league play begins in March.
- What: Lincoln Lynx GIRLS Ultimate Frisbee Club Team—NO CUTS
- When: First practice Monday, February 24, 4:00-5:30, the season runs through May. Practices are approx. Three times per week, various days.
- Where: Lower Woodland playfields
- RSVP or questions: For questions and to let us know you’re coming email ultimatelincolnhs@gmail.com
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Your Feedback Matters!
Please take this quick three-question survey to help us make sure we're providing you with great information and resources that are relevant to what you most want and need. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
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Each newsletter, we'll be featuring a different Lincoln High School staff member, so parents can get acquainted with the incredible people who will be shaping and sharing our student's high school experiences.
MEET ROBIN WARE!
Q&A with Robin Ware:
What is your preferred name and pronouns? My preferred name is Robin or Ms. Ware with the students, and my preferred pronouns are she/her.
What do you do at Lincoln? I teach health and PE, and I am the assistant volleyball coach.
At what other schools have you worked? II taught at McClure Middle School and worked at Auburn Riverside, Bainbridge, and Chief Sealth as an athletic trainer.
What traditions or personal touches are you bringing to Lincoln? My high school was also new, my freshman year was its first year, so I got to experience all the same things the students are going through now. I don't know that I have any traditions I'm bringing, but I'm looking forward to starting some.
What's your favorite memory of high school?
Wow, well, I think my favorite memory from high school would be going to Malibu, Canada, a Young Life camp. Most of my best friends went, it's absolutely beautiful there. It was so much fun and a very eye-opening experience that's still stuck with me today.
Thank you, Robin, for sharing with us!
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Thursday, Feb. 13
The Drama Club Presents—Improv Night!
6:40 pm @ Black Box Theatre
Come laugh, have fun and ACT! It's Free, but a donation of $3-$10 is appreciated.
There will be cookies and drinks. See you there!
Thursday, Feb. 13
Free College Application/ Admission Seminar
7:00-8:30 pm @ Phinney Center (6532 Phinney Ave N), Room 6
Join Dr. Mark Hofer for an introductory talk on the college application and admissions process. Dr. Hofer guides students and their families through this process to identify the colleges that best serve their academic, social, financial, and personal needs while maintaining a focus on graduating with as little debt as possible. This seminar is most helpful for parents of freshmen and sophomores, but families of juniors will find it useful, too. RSVP not required. Contact Nora J. Paille, Administrative Coordinator, Phinney Neighborhood Association with questions—206.783-2244.
Monday, February 24th
10th Grade Parent/ Guardian Roundtable
7:30-9:30 pm @ Lincoln Commons
How are things going at your house? What are your biggest parenting challenges at the moment? Do you wonder how other parents are handling screen use? substance use? academic issues? Do you have great book recommendations to share? Maybe you just want to share your successes and frustrations in what we hope will be a confidential, judgment-free space.
This will be a casual gathering for 10th-grade parents without facilitators or district staff. The plan is to pre-select 4-5 topics based on your input ( via this survey) and divide into small groups according to personal interests. If all goes well, we'll suggest that the PTSA look into organizing additional events, including a multi-week parenting series led by professional parenting coaches. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
9:00-12:00 pm @ Lincoln HS Library
Does your student need help on a project for one of their classes? Maybe they need to make up assignments or get some intensive studying done? Come to Saturday School! Tutors and teachers are excited to help our Lincoln students succeed! FREE PIZZA will be available for students who attend for the majority of the time and work diligently.
Thursday, Mar. 5
Free STEM-Specific College Application/ Admission Seminar
7:00-8:30 pm @ Phinney Center (6532 Phinney Ave N), Room 6
Do you know a teen who wants to pursue STEM in college? Many students pursue STEM majors in college for the wrong reasons and are often unaware of the specific skills and experiences to cultivate in order to be competitive for college admission, internships, and jobs in these areas. Join Dr. Mark Hofer for an introductory talk on the STEM college application and admissions process. This seminar is most helpful for parents of freshmen and sophomores, but families of juniors will find it useful, too. RSVP not required. Contact Nora J. Paille, Administrative Coordinator, Phinney Neighborhood Association with questions—206.783-2244.
Wednesday, May. 6
Free College Application/ Admission Seminar
7:00-8:30 pm @ Phinney Center (6532 Phinney Ave N), Room 6
Join Dr. Mark Hofer for an introductory talk on the college application and admissions process. Dr. Hofer guides students and their families through this process to identify the colleges that best serve their academic, social, financial, and personal needs while maintaining a focus on graduating with as little debt as possible. This seminar is most helpful for parents of freshmen and sophomores, but families of juniors will find it useful, too. RSVP not required. Contact Nora J. Paille, Administrative Coordinator, Phinney Neighborhood Association with questions—206.783-2244.
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