Happy New Year!
As the new calendar year starts at Lincoln High School, we are ready to finish the first semester and begin the second semester. While concluding coursework, students will begin to study for semester tests. For additional information, students can talk to their classroom teachers and counselor.
Best of luck to all our students on their semester tests.
Below are some study strategies from
The Princeton Review article "How to Study for Finals".
1. Make a finals game plan.
2. Start early.
Start studying for finals a few weeks before the first exam, and figure out how much time to set aside each day for each subject.
3. Study in this order: a) definitely b) probably c) might be on the final
Don’t just start from the beginning of your notes and try to cram everything in: Think about what you know for sure will be on each test and review that material first.
4. Give yourself more time to study for your toughest classes.
If chemistry gave you trouble all semester, devote more time to that subject—even if it’s your last final.
5. Form a study group.
Make a plan with friends to review the class material, compare notes, or work through tricky concepts.
6. Talk it out.
Not only is it more fun to study with your friends than studying by yourself, but you’ll also learn more.
7. Get creative with study aids.
Now that you know what key concepts from each subject you need to prioritize, find the best way to review and internalize what you predict will be on the final exam.
8. Study your notes.
Outline your class notes for daily review. Notes and flashcards are also great for last-minute review the morning of your exam.
9. Quiz yourself.
If you’re studying at home, have your mom or dad quiz you on the information you’ve already studied.
10. Make sleep a priority.
While it may be tempting to pull an all-nighter and cram everything in at the last minute, it’s a bad idea.
11. Take five.
Take breaks to improve your concentration when you return to studying.
12. Brain food is real.
Eat healthy and drink plenty of water to keep your brain firing on all cylinders.
Note our semester test schedule is below. This schedule allows students to have lunch and start school at the same start time as a regular day of school.
Hello SFSD Families –
The Sioux Falls School District remains committed to helping you and your student(s) feel connected to your current and all future schools. As part of this commitment, the four high schools have recently started sending out a monthly Futures newsletter to families K-12. This informative e-newsletter will keep you up to date on your future home attendance high school's upcoming athletics and fine arts events, camps, K-8 student opportunities, and ways to get involved. Whether you are a future Cavalier, Patriot, Rough Rider, or Warrior, we want you to feel part of the family now!
Example of what the Futures newsletter looks like depending on your home attendance school:
Interested in Running for the LHS Student Council?
Here is what you need to know.
Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors interested in running for student council MUST attend ONE of the MANDATORY meetings on either Monday, January 30 at 3:20pm OR Tuesday, January 31 at 7:30am, in Mrs. DuBois's room A201. Your attendance at one of these meetings is required in order to run for student council.
National Honor Society
Interested in becoming a member of LHS National Honor Society? Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors—start now to prepare yourselves. Evidence of the four pillars of NHS (scholarship, leadership, character, and service) during your high school career is a primary part of the application. So, what can you do to prepare yourself for this process? Maintain strong grades and be an active part of the community and Lincoln High School. Keep track of your accomplishments, involvement, and volunteerism, and lead in the classroom and beyond, both formally and by example.
Seniors (who aren't already NHS members) and juniors who have a GPA of 3.5 or higher will be invited to apply for membership in the early part of the second semester. Those who qualify should expect to see an invitation to apply for membership in February. The letter will be mailed to your home, addressed to your parents/guardians, and will detail the application procedure. There will be a strict deadline for applications, so please watch your mail and attend to the application promptly. If you have questions, e-mail the NHS Advisor Amy Eckart at amy.eckart@k12.sd.us.
Fine Arts
In January, visit the Augustana High School Art Invitational at the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery located in the Center for Visual Arts,
30th St. & Grange Avenue, Sioux Falls.
The Exhibition is on view January 11- February 3, 2023.
The closing reception and studio event is on Friday, Feb. 3.
The closing of the show will include the following events:
- 6:00-7:40 pm: Open-studios, workshop demonstrations, portfolio reviews.
- 6:00-8:30 pm: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery Reception.
- 8:00 pm: Awards Ceremony of first, second, and third place plus honorable mention.
- Exhibition awards of art supplies will be bestowed.
Any student interested in a personal review of their portfolio can sign up for a time slot by
contacting lindsay.twa@augie.edu by February 1.
*Please note, the gallery will be closed over Augustana’s interim break: Jan 28 - Feb 1.
LHS Seniors
The new deadline for seniors to place their cap and gown order is April 1st.
If you have not ordered your GRADUATION CAP/GOWN/TASSEL/STOLE, please order online at:
or by mailing the paper copy of the form, click on link below for form:
For further questions contact:
Ryan Kinseth
Big Day Recognition LLC/ Jostens
High School Course Registration
Registration starts for the 2023-24 school year in February. Counselors and teachers work with students to help determine their class needs. Parent input is important, so we encourage you to work with your student on the choices available and the requirements needed. Lincoln has many academic pathways for students. Please ask questions and explore all the options. This is a great time to have post-high school planning conversations with your student.
Lincoln High School counselors will be in the English classrooms starting January 31st-11th grade, February 1- 10th grade, and February 2- 9th grade for 2023-2024 course information and registration. Please take time to visit with your student about the opportunities available.
Information about course registration is on the counseling website below:
There is Hope
Reaching out for support and help is now accessible through a new 3-digit phone number, 988. It's a direct connection to compassionate and professional support for anyone who might be struggling with emotional distress, experiencing suicidal thoughts, or those with concern about a family member or friend with a mental health or substance use issue.
Did Your Address Change? Have You Notified Us?
If you have changed your physical address, please drop off proof of residency in the office. Documents which are acceptable for address verification within the last 60 days are:
- Lease agreement
- Mortgage documents
- Utility bill
- Property tax payment/receipt
- Homeowner/rental insurance policy
- State/government mail
- No Post Office issue documents
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Phone: 605-367-7990
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