We got to celebrate two groups at Lincoln Middle School that keep the school thriving: the 8th Grade WEB Leaders and the front office secretaries. They are the D64 Shining Stars from Lincoln!
Principal Dave Szwed began by celebrating the 80 students involved in the WEB Leaders program. WEB stands for Where Everybody Belongs, and these 8th-graders volunteer their time to ease the transition for the incoming 6th-grade students. “These dedicated students are instrumental in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment at Lincoln,” said Szwed. “Not only do they do that for our 6th-grade students, but their commitment extends far beyond this initial welcome for these students.”
The WEB leaders give up their time outside of school to assist at events like the fall festival, run games, and guide parents at the curriculum open house. “Their presence and contributions are invaluable to our culture here at Lincoln.” Also, a special thank you to teachers Tayor Miller and Alyssa LaTragna, who help sponsor this group.
The Lincoln staff recognition was given to front office secretaries Colleen Hogan, Shannon Wicks, and Deb Nowak. “Our front office truly runs this building, from parents to the support they provide students, to our staff. So much happens before the school day starts and after the school day ends, and our front office is truly the hub of the building,” said Szwed.
Their Lincoln colleagues added that this group tirelessly works behind the scenes. Hogan, Wicks, and Nowak are the first point of contact for parents, students, and staff, and “their dedication ensures smooth daily operations, from handling copier jams to offering support,” said Szwed. He also pointed out that the welcoming, smiling, laid-back tone they bring "sets the scene for our culture here at Lincoln."
Congratulations to the Eighth Grade WEB Leaders, Colleen Hogan, Shannon Wicks, and Deb Nowak, for all they do to make Lincoln Middle School and District 64 a truly special place!
