Hammond schools staff gets a lesson in good nutrition

HAMMOND | Hammond elementary school students enjoyed special culinary creations Friday from visiting chef Cyndie Story.

State, Hanover sue former school treasurer

CEDAR LAKE | The state and Hanover Community School Corp. are suing a former school treasurer to recover $44,378.20 in missing textbook rental fees and audit expenses, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Lake Superior Court.

Lincoln Elementary parents work 'side-by-side' with their students

HAMMOND | Spring is the perfect time to introduce third grade students to an all time classic, "Charlotte’s Web." All of the third grade teachers at Lincoln Elementary School in Hammond read this great book to their students.

Hanover Commuity School Corp. schedules kindergarten registration

CEDAR LAKE | The Hanover Community School Corp. holds kindergarten registration for the 2013-14 school year March 14 and 15 at Lincoln Elementary School.

2 Hanover schools recognized by first lady's Healthier U.S. School Challenge

Jane Ball Elementary School cafeteria assistant Cindy Yuhasz, left, and cafeteria manager Karen Hoover cook corn dogs at the school in Cedar Lake. All lunches include fruits and vegetables.

2 Hanover schools recognized by first lady's Healthier U.S. School Challenge

Fresh fruits and vegetables have been a big hit with students at Jane Ball Elementary School.

2 Hanover schools recognized by first lady's Healthier U.S. School Challenge

Students line up for lunch last month at Jane Ball Elementary School in Cedar Lake. The school won a silver award in first lady Michelle Obama's Healthier U.S. School Challenge.

Lincoln Elementary School fosued on success, makes inspirational video

HAMMOND | Lincoln Elementary School is Hammond is focused on success. In preparation for the State ISTEP+ tests beginning this week, the Lincoln staff made an inspirational video followed by their own version of the Harlem Shake at the end.

East Chicago's future hinges on its schools

Elena Sanchez takes her third-graders through a reading lesson at Lincoln Elementary School in East Chicago.

Gingerbread Triplets Stir Up Trouble at Lincoln

CEDAR LAKE | “I’m Lane Linder, the school Resource Officer for Hanover Schools. I understand we have a situation here at Lincoln.” This is how the press conference began on Thursday, December 13, in Gingerbread Central at Lincoln Elementary School (formerly known as room 27). The first grade…

Musical First and Second Graders perform concert

CEDAR LAKE | The first and second grade classes from Lincoln Elementary School presented a concert the evening of Thursday, November 29 at Hanover Central High School. The high school auditorium was filled with parents and families who came to see the students in their special program. Miss …

Lincoln Elementary participates in 20th Annual Indiana Academic Bowl

CEDAR LAKE | Lincoln Elementary School participated in the 20th Annual Indiana Academic Spell Bowl, which was held at Colonel John Wheeler Elementary School in Crown Point on November 15.

Lincoln Celebrates Manners Day

CEDAR LAKE | Lincoln Elementary enjoyed their annual Thanksgiving dinner during lunch periods on Thursday, November 15. Students enjoyed turkey, potatoes, carrots, rolls, and pumpkin pie dessert.

Lincoln Elementary School announces honor roll

CEDAR LAKE | We are so very proud of all of our Lincoln students! The following students have worked hard to make the Honor Roll for the first grading period. This is definitely an accomplishment to be proud of. Great job!

Jane Ball and Lincoln partner to raise money for Ronald McDonald house

CEDAR LAKE | Girl Scout Troop #30094 sponsored a paper products drive to help children with cancer and their families by collecting supplies to take to the Ronald McDonald House in Chicago.

Lincoln 5th Graders Combine Creativity with Learning

CEDAR LAKE | Fifth grade students at Lincoln Elementary have been studying Early Native American Cultures in social studies over the past several weeks. As a culmination of their learning, they were to make a project that related to a Native American tribe of their choosing. Some students we…

Lincoln Elementary Holds Mock Election

CEDAR LAKE | Lincoln Elementary School teachers and parents weren’t the only ones to vote this year on Election Day. A school-wide mock election was held for students as well. The election was as authentic as possible, bringing all aspects of the voting process into the school setting. Stude…

Lincoln Elementary students 'Reading for Miles'

CEDAR LAKE | Lincoln Elementary School has started a new reading program for the 2012-2013 school year, thanks to our Media Center Assistant, Mary Reynolds. The theme this year is “Reading for Miles”. As students read, they record the total number of pages read on a student log sheet. They a…

Lincoln salutes veterans during program

CEDAR LAKE | Lincoln Elementary School held a program honoring veterans on Friday, November 9. This annual program was organized by Mrs. Alicia Darnstaedt, who is a first grade teacher at Lincoln. She does this every year in order to give back to the veterans who have fought for the freedom …

Lincoln's Halloween Costume Parade unites students

CEDAR LAKE | Students at Lincoln Elementary School participated in a costume parade on October 31, 2012. The first grade classes led the parade through the halls of the school, followed closely by kindergarten. Each different grade level joined the parade until all grades were walking together.