Lincoln Elementary School, a TK-5 public elementary school of over 700 students is located in Oakland Chinatown. The school receives Title I funding. A large percentage of the student population comes from homes where a language other than English is spoken.
Mission
Our mission is to inspire and challenge students to excel academically, socially, and emotionally through our guidance and positive modeling. We will continue to provide a rigorous academic program within a nurturing environment, with access to the home language and respect for the home culture.
Vision
A Lincoln Elementary graduate will be a resilient individual, prepared academically, socially, and emotionally to thrive in middle school, high school, college, career, and community.
Values
Access to home language
Respect for home culture
Cooperation and teamwork
Empathy
Honesty & integrity
Open-mindedness
Self-confidence
Strong ties to parents and community
CARE Principles
Lincoln Elementary fosters Collaboration, Acceptance, Respect, and Empathy. The CARE principles are our guiding principles for students, parents, teachers, and staff.