The IB PYP is a globally recognized program that emphasizes inquiry-based learning, intercultural understanding, and the development of lifelong skills. Here at Lincoln Elementary School, we have integrated this program into our curriculum to create a holistic educational experience that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.

Key highlights of the IB PYP at Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School:

1. Inquiry-Based Learning: Your child will be encouraged to ask questions, explore, and investigate, promoting critical thinking and a love for learning.

2. Global Perspective: Through international-mindedness, students gain a broader understanding of the world, its cultures, and global issues.

3. Transdisciplinary Curriculum: Subjects are connected, promoting a well-rounded education that helps students make meaningful connections between various areas of knowledge.

4. Development of Essential Skills: The IB PYP focuses on skills such as communication, research, collaboration, and problem-solving, ensuring your child is well-prepared for future challenges.

5. Character Development: Values like empathy, respect, and integrity are woven into the program, nurturing well-rounded and socially responsible individuals.

6. Assessment for Learning: Continuous assessment helps us tailor instruction to each child's needs, ensuring they reach their fullest potential.

7. Commitment to Excellence: Our dedicated educators are passionate about delivering a high-quality IB PYP experience.

For more information about IB PYP at Lincoln, we invite you to view This Informational Video to gain a better understanding of what an IB PYP education looks like.

Online Application: 
The online application for incoming TK and Kindergarten students will open Monday, November 3, 2025 at 8:00am.

The online application will close on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:59pm.

Students are not admitted on a first come, first serve basis, so complete the application anytime within the application window.

Lottery:
Each year, we will admit approximately 48 TK students and 100 kindergarten students to the IB PYP program based on space and staffing.  Since we typically have more applications than space available, a lottery process will be used to determine who will attend Lincoln Elementary School.

The following priorities have been established for enrollment via a lottery system (these priorities do not pertain to late/waitlist applicants):

The first priority for enrollment shall be given to siblings of children already in attendance at Lincoln Fundamental. “Sibling” is defined as brother(s) or sister(s) (living in the same household) of a student already in attendance at Lincoln Fundamental, who will be in attendance for the school year for which the transfer is requested.

The second priority for enrollment shall be given to students who reside within the boundaries of CNUSD.  No pupil who currently resides in the attendance area of CNUSD shall be displaced by pupils transferring from outside the CNUSD attendance area (Inter-District Transfers)

The third priority for enrollment shall be given to students who reside outside of CNUSD boundaries.

Each TK and Kindergarten student applying to Lincoln Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year will be issued a lottery number on January 19, 2026 via electronic mail (e-mail).  It is important that parents provide us a current and valid email address when completing the online application.  This email address will receive the lottery number.  Please save the email with your lottery number for future reference.

The lottery to select the students will be held on January 23, 2026 at 8:30am in the Lincoln Elementary MPR.  Lottery numbers will be randomly drawn based on the priorities listed above until the available spaces are filled.  Remaining students will be placed on a waitlist in the order their number is drawn.  Lottery results will be posted on this webpage shortly after the conclusion of the lottery.

TK and Kindergarten students accepted to Lincoln Fundamental through the lottery will be provided next steps information on January 26, 2026 to ensure they are ready for their IB PYP experience.

We believe that the IB PYP at Lincoln Elementary School offers a unique and enriching educational journey for your child. We look forward to welcoming your family into our school community.

Incoming 1^st-6^th Grade Students

The waitlist application window for the 2026-2027 school year will be open from December 1, 2025 – January 16, 2026.

***PLEASE revisit this page on December 1 to access the waitlist application**

Interested current kindergarten – 5^th grade students who do not currently attend Lincoln Elementary need to submit a waitlist application for the upcoming school year.  Once a spot becomes available, we will notify the parents/guardians of the student of the acceptance and the next steps.  Availability will be based on current Lincoln Elementary students unenrolling from our school.

**If you were on the waitlist for the 2025-2026 school year, you will need to reapply for the 2026-2027 school year**