Au Sable Forks Elementary http://afeschool.blog.com/ en-US Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:06:05 +0200 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:06:05 +0200 Blog.com http://afeschool.blog.com/3249138/ Good Tuesday Morning, June 24, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3249138/ Hi All,

Good Tuesday Morning, June 24, 2008.  It is a day 4.

Here are a few notes:

Today is Tuesday, June 24:

1. The 6th grade graduation will be held this evening at 6:30pm in the AFES Gym.  All are welcome.  This always proves to be a wonderful celebration of the 6th grade students’ time at AFES and the sending off into their future at the MHS.   As always, the 6th grade teachers have a wonderful evening planned and, thanks to Tammy Freebern, there will be a slide show presentation of the students’ last year at AFES.
 2. Tomorrow, Wednesday June 25th, we will hold the year-end awards ceremony.   This will take place at 9:00am in the AFES Gym.  All are welcome. 
 3. Senator Betty Little is sponsoring a summer reading program again this year.  Please be sure to have a your student(s) register with the school.    Senator Little has expressed interest in coming again this coming Sept. to present certificates to the students who complete the program (just 3 books!).                                                                                         
 Special Note on School Day scheduling:

June 23-25: Dismissal will be at 11:30am.  Student will be able to eat breakfast here at AFES and a they will be given a snack before dismissal but no lunch will be served.

June 26: Dismissal is at 9:30am.

Have a great day! - Dean Lincoln

 Mr. Lincoln Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:07:42 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3230533/ Good Wednesday Morning, June 18, 2008. http://afeschool.blog.com/3230533/ Hi All,

Good Wednesday Morning, June 18, 2008.  It is a day 5.

Here are a few notes:

Today, Wednesday, June 18:

1. Mrs. Chamberlain's class will be taking a walking field trip to the Grand Union. They will be reviewing such skills as money, buying, shopping, etc.


2. The 6th grade class will be taking their annual, year-end field trip to the Great Escape.  This is a "Senior Trip" for the AFES "Senior" class, our 6th graders.  They work hard throughout the year to earn the money for this trip.

 3. The Book Club had to be cancelled yesterday because the HS started Regents and that means that there are no regular classes as of yesterday.  So that means that there is no bussing from the Middle High School, which is the bussing that is used to take students home after clubs. We will hopefully reschedule the Book Club meeting/field trip some time during the school day.  If we are able to reschedule, we will send home a notice regarding this.

4. The Student Council has to be cancelled yesterday also, due to the same reason as the Book Club cancellation – no bussing.  We will hopefully reschedule the Student Council meeting some time during the school day. If we are able to reschedule, we will send home a notice regarding this.


Thursday, June 19:

1. The AFES Field Day!  This day-long, all school event is designed, organized, set up and run by our very own - Mr. Hoey!  Thank you Mr. Hoey for your dedication and sacrifice for our students!

Friday, June 20:

1. Rain date for the AFES Field Day.

Monday, June 23:

1. 6th grade Orientation at the MHS. 

2. Mrs. Chamberlain's class will be taking a walking field trip to the M&M Diner for breakfast.  This is a practice of skills such as reading a menu, ordering, money, and proper etiquette and manners.

 Tuesday June 24:

1. The 6th Grade Graduation! This will be at 6:30pm, in the AFES Gym.  All are invited!

Wednesday, June 25:

AFES Year-End Awards Ceremony at 9:00am!

Thursday, June 26:

Last Day of School for the 2007-2008 school year!


Special Note on School Day scheduling:



Normal dismissal time for now-June 20th.

June 23-25: Dismissal will be at 11:30am.  Student will be able to eat breakfast here at AFES and a they will be given a snack before dismissal but no lunch will be served.

June 26: Dismissal is at 9:30am.

Have a great day! - Dean Lincoln

 Mr. Lincoln Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:15:09 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3227176/ Good Tuesday Morning, June 17, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3227176/ Hi All,

Good Tuesday Morning, June 17, 2008.  It is a day 4.

Here are a few notes:

Today, Tuesday, June 17:

1. The 3rd grade will be taking a walking field trip today to the Hollywood Theater to watch the movie "Indian in the Cupboard".

2. The 1st grade will be taking a walking field trip today to the Au Sable Forks Park.

3. This afternoon, 2:15-3:00pm, will be the final Student Council meeting for this year.


Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 18:

1. Mrs. Chamberlain's class will be taking a walking field trip to the Grand Union. They will be reviewing such skills as money, buying, shopping, etc.

2. The 6th grade class will be taking their annual, year-end field trip to the Great Escape.  This is a "Senior Trip" for the AFES "Senior" class, our 6th graders.  They work hard throughout the year to earn the money for this trip.


Thursday, June 19:

1. The AFES Field Day!  This day-long, all school event is designed, organized, set up and run by our very own - Mr. Hoey!  Thank you Mr. Hoey for your dedication and sacrifice for our students!

Friday, June 20:

1. Rain date for the AFES Field Day.

Monday, June 23:

1. 6th grade Orientation at the MHS. 

2. Mrs. Chamberlain's class will be taking a walking field trip to the M&M Diner for breakfast.  This is a practice of skills such as reading a menu, ordering, money, and proper etiquette and manners.

 Tuesday June 24:

1. The 6th Grade Graduation! This will be at 6:30pm, in the AFES Gym.  All are invited!

Wednesday, June 25:

AFES Year-End Awards Ceremony at 9:00am!

Thursday, June 26:

Last Day of School for the 2007-2008 school year!


Special Note on School Day scheduling:



Normal dismissal time for now-June 20th.

June 23-25: Dismissal will be at 11:30am.  Student will be able to eat breakfast here at AFES and a they will be given a snack before dismissal but no lunch will be served.

June 26: Dismissal is at 9:30am.

Have a great day! - Dean Lincoln

 Mr. Lincoln Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:43:10 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3192217/ Good Friday Morning, June 6, 2008. http://afeschool.blog.com/3192217/

Hello Everyone!

Today is Friday, June 6, 2008. It is a day #2.

A Big Congratulations to all the students of AFES and Ms. Stanyon and Mrs. Biggar on the outstanding performances yesterday at the AFES Spring Concert.  It was a huge success.

A few notes:

1. This year’s final Student Recognition Award Assembly will be held today, Friday, June 6 at 1:30pm in the AFES gym.

2. Kindergarten Graduation - Monday, June 9 at 6:30pm in the AFES gym.

3. AFES 4th Quarter & Year End Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 25th at 9:00am in the AFES gym.

I hope everyone has a nice day! - Dean Lincoln


 Mr. Lincoln Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:59:34 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3185534/ Good Wednesday Morning, June 4, 2008. http://afeschool.blog.com/3185534/

Hello Everyone!

Today is Wednesday, June 4, 2008. It is a day #5.

A few notes:

1. We have our Spring Concert Dress Rehearsal today.

2. Spring Concert tomorrow, Thursday, 12:00 noon in the AFES gym.

3. This year’s last Student Recognition Award Assembly for this year will be held on Friday, June 6 at 1:30pm in the AFES gym.

4. Kindergarten Graduation - Monday, June 9 at 6:30pm in the AFES gym.

5. AFES 4th Quarter & Year End Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 25th at 9:00am in the AFES gym.

6. Last Thursday evening the 3rd grade class of Mrs. Garrand held their “Famous People” presentations. It was a huge success and the students did an outstanding job of presenting their famous person. Congratulations to Mrs. Garrand’s class.

7. Grades K-3 watched a Ballet last Friday at the MHS and it was a wonderful experience. The students truly enjoyed the ballet.

I hope everyone has a nice day! - Dean Lincoln


 Mr. Lincoln Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:41:18 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3162194/ Good Wednesday Morning, May 28, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3162194/ Hello Everyone,

Today is Wednesday Morning, May 28, 2008.  It is a day #5.

A few notes...

1. Grades 1-3 will be taking the Terra Nova Tests this week through Thursday.  These are comprehensive tests to measure students' progress in reading and in math.

2. The AVCS Middle School Band and Chorus will perform for us today at 1:00pm in the AFES gym.  This will be an exciting event for our students, as well as the middle school students who are performing.  It will also give our elementary chorus and band students some excitement and vision for what they can expect when they get to the middle school.

3. The National Spelling Bee, which started on Sunday and will run through Friday will be televised on ESPN. See the National Spelling Bee link for details.  http://www.spellingbee.com/

4. There will be Kindergarten registration on Wed. and Thursday of this week.   If you have a student that will be registering for Kindergarten for next fall, you should have an appointment already.  If you do not have an appointment, please contact the office at 647-5503 ext. 1

5. The 5th grade will be taking a field trip to the Graymont Quarry in Plattsburgh on Thursday, May 29th.

6. The 3rd grade will be presenting their "Famous People" on Thursday evening at 6:00pm in the AFES cafeteria.

7. Grades K-3 will be going to see a Ballet presentation at the MHS on Friday, May 30th at 9:00am.

I hope everyone has a great day today! - Dean Lincoln

 Mr. Lincoln Wed, 28 May 2008 07:21:02 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3157398/ Good Tuesday Morning, May 27, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3157398/ Hello Everyone,

Today is Tuesday Morning, May 27, 2008.  It is a day #4.

A few notes...

1. Grades 1-3 will be taking the Terra Nova Tests this week, Tuesday-Thursday.  These are comprehensive tests to measure students' progress in reading and in math.

2. There is NO Student Council meeting today.

3. The National Spelling Bee, which started on Sunday and will run through Friday will be televised on ESPN. See the National Spelling Bee link for details.  http://www.spellingbee.com/

4. There will be Kindergarten registion on Wed. and Thursday of this week.   If you have a student that will be registering for Kindergarten for next fall, you should have an appointment already.  If you do not have an appointment, please contact the office at 647-5503 ext. 1

5. The 5th grade will be taking a field trip to the Graymont Quarry in Plattsburgh on Thursday, May 29th.

6. The 3rd grade will be presenting their "Famous People" on Thursday evening at 6:00pm in the AFES cafeteria.

7. Grades K-3 will be going to see a Ballet presentation at the MHS on Friday, May 30th at 9:00am.

I hope everyone has a great day today! - Dean Lincoln Mr. Lincoln Tue, 27 May 2008 08:14:08 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3141479/ Good Thursday Morning, May 22, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3141479/

Hello Everyone!

Today is Thursday, May 22, 2008. It is a day #2.

1. Today begins the 6th grade two days of events that recognize and honor our veterans. The sixth grade teachers have put together another great program of visiting veterans, visiting current Army Reserve soldiers with an Army vehicle, an obstical course to be run, and a visit to the cemetery to honor veterans that have passed. Thank you to the sixth grade teachers for their efforts to honor our veterans and teach respect for them.

2. The spring benchmarking DIBELS assessments will continue today for the students K-3.

3. Next week, Tuesday-Thursday, we will be administering the Grades 1-3 Terra Nova Assessments. These are assessments that test students’ abilities and skills in the areas of Reading/ELA and Math. These important assessments help us to assess the progress students have made this year and they help us to determine the AIS needs for next year. Please encourage your student(s) to do their best, get plenty of rest and eat a good breakfast on the days of these assessments.

4. Tuesday , May 20th was the annual District Budget Vote and the Art & Cultural Extravaganza, as well as the vote for a new Board of Education member. The Arts and Cultural Fair was a huge success and thank you for your support of the school budget. There were four candidates for the board seat and I thank all of them for their interest in school board and our local educational system. Congratulations to all for their efforts and a special congratulations to Susan Richards for her success in winning the position on the Board!

5. A few upcoming events next week:

A. Thursday, May 29 - the 5th grade will visit the Graymont Quarry of in Plattsburgh. Thank you to AVCS Board Member, Scott Bombard, for setting this up and making the day memorable for our 5th grade class every year.

B. Thursday, May 29, the 3rd grade class will be holding their “Famous People” presentations 6:00-7:00pm. Come and watch as these great students present on different famous people throughout history.

C. Friday, May 30, the Grades K-3 will go to the MHS to see a Ballet specifically for younger children at 9:00am.

D. The National Spelling Bee will take place next week in Washington, D.C. It will be televised on ESPN. Our local regional winner, Nelson Moore, a 6th grader from Saranac Central will be competing. We wish Nelson Good Luck!

I hope everyone has a nice day! - Dean Lincoln


 Mr. Lincoln Thu, 22 May 2008 07:22:40 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3130068/ Good Monday Morning, May 19, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3130068/ Good Morning,

I hope everyone is had great weekend. 

Today is Monday, May 19, 2008.  It is a day #4.

A few notes and upcoming events:

1. Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 20th is the Budget Vote and Arts and Cultural Extravaganza.  Be sure to exercise your right to vote.  Not only are we voting on the budget but there is one seat open on the Board of Education with 4 candidates running for that seat.  I hope to see you there!

2. The Book Club will be meeting this afternoon, 2:15-3:00pm.  The book club is now advised by Mrs. Manning.

3. This Thursday and Friday the 6th grade will be holding their Annual Memorial Day Commemorative Exercises.  These are events and presentations that Mr. Remillard and Mr. Carey arrange for the 6th grade students each year which includes a visit by the local Army Reserve with an Army vehicle, a presentation and Q & A session by area veterans, marching, a chance to run through an obstacle course, and much more.  The 6th grade students enjoy this event every year.

4. The AFFD Auxiliary will be holding a Student Dance this Friday!

5. The Annual Elementary Combined Spring Concert Thursday evening was a huge success.  The chorus students and band students from both Keeseville Elementary and AFES put on a great performance.  The grand finale with all chorus students from both Keeseville Elementary and AFES performing a song together was absolutely outstanding!  Congratulations to Ms. Stanyon (formerly Mrs. Carter), Mrs. Boulerice and Mrs. Biggar.  And a special thank you and congratulations to all the students that performed.  It was the best concert yet! 

I hope everyone has a great day! – Dean Lincoln
 Mr. Lincoln Mon, 19 May 2008 07:50:54 +0200 http://afeschool.blog.com/3117349/ Good Thursday Morning, May 15, 2008 http://afeschool.blog.com/3117349/

Hello Everyone!

I’m back on “The Blog”!

Today is Thursday, May 15, 2008. It is a day #2.

1. We had another great PTO meeting last night. I want to thank all the Parents and teachers that were in attendance.

2. I will be out of the office today at a conference. Mr. Remillard will be in office for me today.

3. Tonight is the Combined KES and AFES Concert. It will be held at the MHS auditorium and starts at 7:00pm.

4. Tuesday , May 20th is the District Budget Vote, as well as the Art & Cultural Extravaganza. This is all taking place at the MHS. Exercise your right to vote and enjoy the extravaganza all in one trip!

I hope everyone has a nice day and I will try to post again tomorrow morning. - Dean Lincoln


 Mr. Lincoln Thu, 15 May 2008 06:18:24 +0200