1 minute read

ELEMENTARY

Lincoln Elementary is home to approximately 470 students in Grades K-5. The staff works as a team to ensure students learn and grow. Staff members strive to achieve academic excellence by collaborating with families and are accountable as a team by monitoring the progress of all students.

Lincoln prides itself on its responsive, family-friendly, student-centered atmosphere and works diligently to create a dynamic learning environment through preparation, training and embracing change. The school has implemented evidenced based literacy instruction in K-5 classrooms. Teachers are trained in best practice systems of mathematics assessment and intervention to support the Everyday Math curriculum. In an effort to address the whole learner through best practice, Lincoln supports students through strategic behavioral support planning embedded in problem-solving teams. Lincoln embraces the Code of Conduct Social Emotional Learning Framework and teaches the standards of Respect, Honesty, Kindness, Responsibility and Fairness founded in the core competencies of Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relational Skills, and Responsible Decision Making.

Lincoln was recognized as an Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School in 2019.

Lincoln Elementary is located at 1120 Lark St. in Alexandria.

GRADES K-5

Voyager Elementary is on 17 acres and includes the William F. Banke Memorial Marsh, a wildlife area that offers students, parents, and staff the opportunity to learn about nature. The building is unique in design and arrangement, with each grade level sharing a common atrium and multipurpose hallway. Facilities include barrierfree access to the cafeteria, gymnasium, media center, computer labs, art room, and playground. Each room is equipped with computers, presentation equipment, and Smart Board technology. Voyager teachers value connecting with students, partnering with parents, and collaborating effectively to ensure learning.

A balanced literacy model of reading and writing instruction is used that encourages personalized learning, while a rigorous Everyday Math curriculum is aligned with state standards. The Code of Conduct (respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness, and fairness) is reinforced with a positive behavioral support system.

Voyager Elementary is located at 203 Voyager Dr. in Alexandria.

This article is from: