LINCOLN

Abraham Lincoln High School, with a population of 1200 students, is located in the heart of a city eagerly embracing the twenty first century. Lincoln benefits from Jersey City’s newly revitalized Hudson River waterfront, which welcomes national and international visitors at hotels and some of the finer restaurants in the tri-state area. The city houses well-respected financial institutions, a university, a college, a community college, and several post secondary skill based schools.
Fortunately, the Lincoln staff recognized the riches inherent in this type of growing cosmopolitan setting very early in the city’s redevelopment. In response, it created an expanded instructional program that capitalizes on the wider variety of educational and employment opportunities now available to students and graduates. Lincoln Lions take special pride in the inclusion of the school community in important decision-making practices and host an assortment of parent/guardian activities throughout the year.

Lincoln High School is the first secondary school in the area to develop a Ninth Grade Academy. On February 23, 2005, the Charles T Epps Jr. Freshman Academy opened its doors focusing exclusively on the needs and learning styles of students transitioning from elementary and middle school settings. The school year begins with a two-day mandatory orientation for students. The objective of this program is to reduce the stress for freshmen transitioning into high school.

Lincoln continues to celebrate the accomplishments of the student body with the larger community through the school newsletter, monthly mailings, and special assemblies. The Parent- Teachers Association and the School Leadership Committee join with students and staff in contributing to the development and articulation of Lincoln’s mission and place in the twenty-first century.

Lincoln, one of Jersey City’s six high schools, offers Advanced Placement classes, Extended Day opportunities and a host of extra-curricular activities. Lincoln High School offers the following advanced placement courses:
English Language
English Literature and Composition
Mathematics – Calculus AB
Studio Arts
United States History

As part of the district’s Secondary School Initiative, Lincoln High School is home to the Academy of Governance and Social Science with five small learning communities (SLC).

• The Teaching and Education SLC is the program for students who are creative, motivated, like working with others, enjoy taking leadership responsibility and are interested in the exciting fields of education and leadership training. In addition to challenging humanities, mathematics (CISCO), scientific, and career curriculum, students will participate in team building activities, child care experiences, and community service projects.

• The Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management SLC provides students with a challenging and diverse curriculum in one of the world’s fastest growing fields. Students explore job opportunities and career pathways included in the food service industry by utilizing the ProStart program developed by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation..

• The Legal Professions and Public Safety SLC is a comprehensive program designed to provide students the opportunity to improve their communication, thinking, research, leadership, and teamwork skills through participation in a strong academic curriculum centered on the study of lae and law related fields. Whether a student is interested in pursuing a career in the legal profession or in public safety, students participate in field experiences, job shadowing opportunities, and optional internships. Students will explore careers such as law, forensic Science, law enforcement, Firefighting, politics, journalism, and criminology.

• The Cosmetology and Barbering SLC prepares students with the necessary theoretical and clinical information required for the State Board Examination in Cosmetology and Barbering. Hair techniques taught include styling, setting, cutting, hair coloring and lightening, permanent waving and relaxing; skin techniques include facials and make-up; nail techniques including manicures, pedicures, and hand and arm massages. Emphasis is placed on hygiene and sanitation, decontamination, and infection control. Related areas of instruction include anatomy and physiology, chemistry, computer imaging, customer relations and salon management.

• The United States Army SLC fosters leadership and academic achievement through the study of history, governments, technology awareness, and current events. The curriculum includes leadership skills and extra-curriculum includes leadership skills and extra-curriculum activities such as drill team and color guard. Through participation in local and state activities, students build confidence, become more motivated and learn to become a team player.

To meet the needs of our at-risk youth, Lincoln High School also houses a “Twilight Program” established as part of a district initiative in September 2001. Students attend classes after the regular school day. Instruction is on a trimester basis and is credit and proficiency based, allowing students to earn credits at an accelerated pace. Graduation requirements for the students in this program are fulfillment of the New Jersey state- mandated High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA), community service and completion of credits in the areas prescribed by the State Department of Education.

Eighty-eight percent of the 2007-08 graduating class will attend 2 or 4-year colleges or other post secondary schools. Students from the 2007 – 2008 graduating class were accepted to the following colleges:
Art Institute Of New York City
Bergen Community College
Berkeley College
Bloomfield College
Caldwell College
College of New Rochelle
College of Saint Elizabeth
Delaware State College
Essex County College
Farleigh Dickinson University
Felician College
Hudson County Community College
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Iona College
Johnson & Wales University
Kean College
Liberty University
Lincoln University
Montclair State University
New Jersey City University
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Penn State University
Richard Stockton University
Rowan University
Rutgers University
Saint Peter’s College
School of Visual Arts
Seton Hall University
Shaw University
St. John’s University
Stevens Institute of Technology
University of Hartford
University of Maine
University of Pittsburgh
Utica College
William Paterson College



Michael Winds
201-915-6700