Eight houses One Family

 Lincoln Elementary students are in for a treat this year. Principal Dr. Wilkins and her staff have been working this summer to prepare for the introduction of a transformative house system inspired by the 7 Habits of Leader in Me.

This innovative approach will place students into one of eight houses, each embodying a specific habit. The aim in doing so is to foster a greater sense of belonging and community among students and faculty alike.

Why the House System?

  1. Enhanced Belonging: Each house will serve as a close-knit family within our school, providing a supportive environment where every student feels valued and included.

  2. Leadership and Responsibility: By aligning with the 7 Habits, students will have the opportunity to develop essential life skills and leadership qualities in a fun and engaging way.

  3. Positive Competition: Friendly competitions and collaborative projects will motivate students to work together, celebrate their successes, and learn from each other.

  4. School Spirit: The house system will ignite school spirit, creating lasting memories and traditions that students will cherish throughout their educational journey.

The 8 Houses

  1. Activus -- Be Proactive; Red

  2. Porta -- Begin with the End in Mind; Yellow

  3. Primus -- Put First Things First; Blue

  4. Vincere -- Think Win-Win: Green

  5. Intellectus -- Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Orange

  6. Civitas -- Synergize: Black

  7. Validus -- Sharpen the Saw; Purple

  8. Voice -- Find Your Voice; Turquoise