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African-Centered Education
Lessons in African culture are incorporated throughout the curriculum in our African-centered schools. The program uses an African centered perspective to help students develop personal life skills, social responsibility and leadership skills in a traditional school environment.
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COLLEGE PREPARATORY
Lincoln College Preparatory Academy
We offer one of the best programs in the country to prepare students for college. Lincoln offers a rigorous curriculum, plus challenging activities such as Science Olympiad, National Academic League and Knowledge Bowl. Teachers expect and encourage achievement. Applicants must score at or above the 60th precentile on national standarized reading and math tests, from full test versions, to be eligible for entrance.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD is a free preschool program for children ages 3, 4, and 5. This program helps to prepare children for kindergarten and future academic success while encouraging parental involvement and establishing a link between home and school.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Students who learn another language achieve in academics and in life! Research shows children who study a foreign language perform better academically and they become great communicators. Basic subjects including math, science, and social studies are taught in Spanish or French. And, of course, students learn English, too! Our foreign language program opens the door to a world of opportunities for your child. Kindergarten and first grade students new to the program will be in a total immersion program.
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HEAD START is a federally funded preschool for children ages 3, 4, and 5 from low income families. This program helps to prepare children for kindergarten and future academic success while encouraging parental involvement and establishing a link between home and school.
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MONTESSORI
The renowned Montessori method captures children's natural curiosity and builds on it. Children learn at their own pace using innovative materials. This builds a positive attitude toward learning and develops self-esteem. Our Montessori teachers are specially trained and our facilities are outstanding. Class sizes are limited and classes fill up quickly - so apply early!
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
Budding young artists shine in these magnet schools! Artists-in-residence teach children about music, dance and the visual arts. Students receive private Suzuki violin lessons during the school day. Inspiration and hard work go hand in hand as students learn to discover their talent. They also learn a solid academic curriculum.

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