We have reached the mid-point in the second trimester. Grade reports will be sent to families during the coming week via email. Please be on the lookout for your student’s grade report and let them know if you have any questions or concerns.
Lincoln Academy’s Winter Carnival starts February 8th. This special annual event includes games, dress-up, class competitions, and more. The 2021 celebration will be unique with a mix of hybrid and in-person activities and we look forward to sharing the fun through photos and videos in the coming weeks.
It’s been cold outside but Residential Life students are staying active both indoors and out. This season has been full of opportunities to try winter sports such as skiing and snow tubing, and our students have also been taking part in indoor fitness activities, pottery, and games.
As a reminder, the next school vacation is February 13-21. Travel restrictions remain in effect, dorms will be open, and there will be a full range of programming offered to students through the Residential Life Office. If you or your student have any questions or activity suggestions, please contact me directly.
Lastly, I want to close this message with my thanks to the families of our Residential Life students. Your children are an important part of our campus community and it is truly a privilege to have them here at LA. This academic year has been unlike any other and each day I am boyed by this cohort of inquisitive, thoughtful, and compassionate young adults. Thank you for being a part of Lincoln Academy’s extended family.
With gratitude,
Jake Abbott
Dean of Students and Director of Residential Life
Lincoln Academy
Upcoming Events at LA
- Thursday, January 28: (and every Thursday) LA Virtual Community Meeting on the LA YouTube Channel.
- Thursday, January 28: Photo retake day. More info below.
- February 13-21: February Vacation.
- Monday, February 22: Classes resume.
Skiing with LA this Winter
The Lincoln Academy Outing Club is excited to share news of another group rate ticket purchase opportunity to ski or ride at Sugarloaf on Sunday, January 31, 2021!
Members of the entire LA Community (faculty, staff, students, parents, families) are welcome to take advantage of this opportunity. Discounted ticket prices are as follows:
- Adult Ticket (19 years old +): $57
- Teen Ticket (6 – 18 years old): $48
Rentals are not discounted and must be arranged for independently through Sugarloaf’s online webportal: https://www.
Taking advantage of this opportunity is easy! Reservations must be made by Tuesday, 1/26 at 4pm and payment, by the close of business on Wednesday, 1/27. Email Dean of Students Jake Abbott jabbott@lincolnacademy.org to sign up or to ask questions. Once registered, he will send a PayPal invoice to the email provided for credit card payment. Payment will only be accepted through PayPal.
Please understand this is not a school sponsored trip and therefore no permissions slips are required. Lincoln Academy will not provide transportation to Sugarloaf and there will be no LA staff supervision on the mountain.This opportunity is solely an opportunity to purchase tickets at the group rate discount. If the group size does not reach 20 individuals, we won’t be able to take advantage of this discount opportunity. All money would be refunded.
Ticket pick-up will be on-mountain between 9:00 and 10:00 am by the fire pit on the “beach” by finding Mr. Bryan Manahan (207)350-0487. Please contact members of the LA Outing Club with questions:
- Mr. Manahan: manahan@lincolnacademy.org
- Ms. Welch: welch@lincolnacademy.org
- Ms. Wills-Viega:
wills-viega@lincolnacademy.org
Contact Mr. Abbott to make a reservation:
- Mr. Abbott: jabbott@lincolnacadem.org
Want to ski at the Camden Snow Bowl with the Outing Club on a Thursday afternoon?
This year, the LA Outing Club is running 5 trips to the Camden SnowBowl on Thursday afternoons. The first trip is this Thursday, January 14th. All are welcome. No long term commitment needed. A bit of experience required.
If interested, please visit the following Google Doc, READ THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY, and sign up as you wish. SnowBowl Ski Trip Sign Up Sheet
We look forward to skiing with you.
The L.A.Outing Club
Winter Sports
Please click on the links below for the schedules, or check the LA Athletics page on the school website.
*Please note: these schedules are subject to change at a moment’s notice for many different reasons. As mandated by the CDC and MPA, there will be no spectators allowed in the facility during games or practices. Watch this page and social media for announcements about live streaming games.
Photo Retake Day Thursday, January 28
LifeTouch will be on campus on January 28 for school photo retakes. Group 1 students can be excused from class to take photos from 10 am-noon. Group 2 students are invited to come to the LA gym for retakes between noon and 1 pm.
Note: it is critical for students and staff who missed picture day in the fall to have photos taken that day. Students who have not gotten a photo taken will have priority over students who want retakes, though retakes are possible if time allows. Please contact Jake Abbott (jabbott@linclnacademy.org) with any questions.
Yearbooks
Purchasing yearbooks and parent ads
- On January 25th, the yearbook staff has to tell our publishing company the number of books we are ordering and if the books will have enhancements (name stamping and icons etc.). Seniors are guaranteed a yearbook and do not need to do anything at this time (see note below). If you are a Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior and want to guarantee your copy, place your order before January 25th. Visit yearbookforever.com, search for Lincoln Academy, and place your order today. Last year we sold out, and we want to make sure there are enough copies for everyone this year!
- NOTE FOR SENIORS: your yearbooks AND name stamping are paid for this year by senior class fundraising. You don’t have to do anything, and you will get a free yearbook in May. This includes name stamping, which is NEW this week (say thank you to Ms. Richardson!!)
- If senior families would like to purchase a parent or business ad, you can do so at this link, using instructions on this video
Guidance Office News
SENIORS: FAME Offers Financial Aid Help Sessions
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opening date was October 1, 2020. For help understanding financial aid for college, FAME (The Finance Authority of Maine) has many resources including virtual FAFSA help session dates and a YouTube video on filling out the FAFSA.
SENIORS: FAFSA Assistance for Lincoln Academy Families!
Lincoln Academy is fortunate to, once again, have the volunteer services of a financial aid advisor who can answer questions about the financial aid application process and special circumstances that might affect aid. Please contact the Guidance Office for more information or to arrange a virtual meeting at guidance@lincolnacademy.org.
SENIORS: ~ Scholarships Available
Some State and local scholarships currently available are the American Legion (Maine and National), Associated General Contractor, Clyde Russell, Elks Legacy Awards, Elks Lodge #1008 Rockland, Gardiner Federal Credit Union, Maine Blue Collar, Maine Section American Society Civil Engineers, Mainely Character, Mitchell Scholarship, Scottish Rite Masonry Veague & Abbott, and the US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship. To access these scholarships and others, login to Naviance, using your PowerSchool Username and ID. Click on Naviance & Scholarships ~ 2020-2021 for details on the scholarship application process using Naviance, helpful scholarship websites and other information. Please email Mrs. Blodgett in Guidance at blodgett@lincolnacademy.org for assistance with Naviance and scholarships.
SENIORS ~ GOT COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES? ENLIST IN THE MILITARY?
Seniors, you are an exceptional and resilient class and all of us in the Guidance Office are excited about your future. Please email your Guidance Counselor, or abbotta@lincolnacademy.org when you receive an acceptance to a 2 or 4-year college, a certificate program, sign your enlistment contract with the US military to serve our country and other post-secondary education/training programs.
JUNIORS ONLY ~ THE COOLIDGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. This one-of-a-kind scholarship may be used at any accredited college or university in the U.S. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2022 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply. For the detailed scholarship criteria and the online application, go to coolidgescholars.org. All applications must be completed online and submitted by Wednesday, January 20, 2021.
SOPHOMORES ONLY ~ BATH TECH PROSPECTIVE STUDENT INFO NIGHT, JANUARY 26th
Bath Tech is hosting a virtual Prospective Student Information Night for 10th grade students and families on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at 6:00pm. Bath Tech offers 2-year training programs, all with the opportunity to earn college credit and industry certifications, for FREE! Next year’s programs include Automotive, Carpentry, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Early Childhood Education, Electricity, Engineering & Architectural Design, Graphic Design, Health Science Careers and Welding. View the flyer at this link for more information on Bath Tech programs and the virtual meeting link.
Links
- Lincoln Academy Learning Hub, with links to Canvas, PowerSchool, and everything else families need for learning at LA
- Fall Reopening Plan with daily schedules for orientation and regular school days
- LA Flickr site, which includes photos from orientation week. New images will be posted regularly
