Midvale-Lincoln Elementary School

Midvale Elementary School

Address:502 Caromar Drive Madison, WI 53711
Telephone:(608) 204-6700
Fax:(608) 204-0475
Principal:John Burkholder

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School Data Profile PDF


2007-08 School Supply List PDF

Lincoln Elementary School

Address:909 Sequoia Trail Madison, WI 53713
Telephone:(608) 204-4900
Fax:(608) 204-0455
Principal:Deborah Hoffman

School Handbook PDF [Get Acrobat Reader]
School Directory PDF Online Phone Lookup
Attendance Area Map PDF
School Data Profile PDF


2007-08 School Supply List PDF

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John Burkholder
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PTA/O President(s): Brian Tennant, bdtennant@tds.net; Web Site
Parent Contact(s): Midvale: Mary Kay Johnson, (608) 204-6766, mkjohnson@madison.k12.wi.us
High School Attendance Area: West
School Web Site: http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/midlinc/edindex.htm

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Midvale-Lincoln Elementary School is a community of staff, parents, students, district representatives, and community members working together to create the best school for all children. Our school provides multiple opportunities for every child to succeed as a creative, critical, and productive member of our society.

Midvale-Lincoln offers a rigorous academic program of powerful and experiential learning which builds on children's learning and social strengths.

[ Site Characteristics || Academic Programming || School Climate ]
[ Partnerships || Quotes || Links ]


Site Characteristics

Location

Midvale-Lincoln is unique in that it is one school on two campuses. Midvale, grades K-2, offers cohesive primary education and is located on the near Westside. Lincoln continues a challenging and developmentally appropriate academic program for grades 3-5 on the South side.

Class Size

Average class size is 20; total enrollment varies, but averages 350-400 per campus. As one of Wisconsin's SAGE (Student Achievement Guarantee in Education) schools, a state grant ensures that average class size is no greater than 15:1 in K-2, and 20:1 in grades 3-5. This ratio maximizes individual attention and growth in literacy, math and other core curriculum.

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Academic Programming

Achievement Scores

Third Grade Reading Test: By concentrating on reading skills, Midvale-Lincoln's scores have increased 23% over the past five years.

Fifth Grade District Writing Assessment: Recently, 91% of the fifth grade students who attended Lincoln two or more years scored in the average to superior range on writing samples.

Technology

Computers are used to support and extend learning across the curriculum. Campuses have fully equipped and networked computer labs. Computers are also in classrooms and the LMC. Some students have their own E-mail address; some have experiences with Internet access, scanners, "quick take" cameras, and video editing.

Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program

The goal of Talented and Gifted (TAG) programming is to make certain K-12 students consistently have learning opportunities that are challenging, systematic and continuous based on learning profile, readiness and student interest. TAG Web site.

Student learning experiences include a broad range of opportunities that pushes a student to their next level of challenge and allows them to develop their talents. TAG programming may occur in the classroom, or in other settings. TAG programming is determined by ongoing evaluation and assessment of individual student needs. Each school has TAG resource support for ongoing consultation.

Special Classes

Teacher specialists in arts, music and physical education provide regular instruction. REACH (Reinforcing and Enriching Achievement for All CHildren) extends and supports classroom curriculum.

Other Programs

We offer the district wide Open Classroom Program, Reading Recovery, Title I, special education services and options, and English as a Second Language (ELL) programming. Also, services are provided by a counselor, psychologist, nurse, social worker, speech and language clinician, and family/community liaison.

Scholarships

Since 1995, staff has awarded one to six scholarships to high school seniors who graduated from our school. We are committed to the present and future success of our students.

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School Climate

Safety Is Always A Priority

Playgrounds have adult supervision 15 minutes before school and during all recesses. School Safety Patrols learn leadership skills. City Crossing Guards assist children at busy intersections. Students who live more than 1.5 miles from school are provided free transportation in school buses.

Peaceful Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution

Training occurs in all grades. Teachers and support staff develop and promote lifelong skills for successfully handling conflicts. Fourth and fifth graders can elect to be trained as peer mediators to assist fellow students resolve problems.

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Partnerships

University Partnerships

Midvale-Lincoln is a Professional Development School, collaborating for over 10 years with the UW-Madison School of Education, one of the top-ranked education schools in the country. We promote and provide quality teacher education for future teachers and ongoing learning for our professional staff.

Family Partnerships

PTA meetings are held semi-monthly at the two sites on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. This group works to provide a link between home, school and the district. It supports academic programming by planning special events and fundraisers, advocating for our children and soliciting volunteers. Check the Web site to confirm location.

Community Partnerships

Our school benefits from donated materials, financial support, and time from many other organizations including RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program), Madison Junior League, Group Health Cooperative, the Red Cross, and FAST (Families and Schools Together).

You Are Always Welcome At Midvale-Lincoln Elementary School!

Midvale-Lincoln is a richly diverse learning community dedicated to teaching democratic values that promote understanding and respect for our shared culture! Midvale-Lincoln staff is child centered and provides a safe and supportive learning environment which promotes self-esteem and powerful learning. Staff is committed to providing an excellent academic program within culturally relevant curriculum. Students are active participants in the learning process.

School Tours are offered from January until Spring Break on Tuesday mornings at Midvale and on Thursday mornings at Lincoln, or call for special arrangements. We welcome all present and potential families.

We encourage you to talk with parents of our students to learn more about our school. Please see the Principal/Parent Contact information on this web site for current names and phone numbers.

For answers to any question, or to request materials such as curriculum standards, handbooks, lunch menus, bus schedules, newsletters, etc., call Midvale, 204-6700, or Lincoln, 204-4900, or fax your request to 204-0475 (Midvale) or 204-0455 (Lincoln).

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Quotes

"One of my favorite memories about Midvale-Lincoln was the wonderful teachers I had."
-- Midvale-Lincoln Graduate

"I am constantly amazed at what students can do! I wouldn't want my daughter anywhere else."
-- Midvale-Lincoln Parent

"Midvale-Lincoln prepared me by teaching me the skills in an interesting, fun way."
-- Midvale-Lincoln Graduate

"I feel very positive about the social and academic gains my child has made."
-- Midvale-Lincoln Parent

"Thanks for teaching me important lessons for my head and for my heart."
-- Midvale-Lincoln Scholarship Recipient

"Midvale-Lincoln is providing my kids challenging curriculum and a phenomenal range of enriching experiences!"
-- Midvale-Lincoln Parent

"I will always be grateful to Midvale-Lincoln teachers for providing a strong educational foundation, promoting my strengths, and giving me confidence as an independent thinker."
-- National Merit Scholar

Remember, you're "At Home At Midvale-Lincoln Elementary School!"

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