Abraham Lincoln Elementary

ALE wants to thank all the graduating seniors for coming to lead our 5th grade students out for the final time this year. Congratulations to you all!!

Wondering what a truly family-focused first-grade teacher looks like? Meet Mrs. Grove — warm, patient, and devoted to each child like they’re part of her own family. She brings kindness, structure, and big smiles to the classroom every day. 😊

We are so excited to see and celebrate our very own Presidents that will be graduating high school this year! Once a President always a President!

Congratulations to these Presidents for passing WIDA and for achieving English Proficiency! WIDA Best!!

🌟 A legacy of care: Kathy Lapkovitch 🌟 After 23 years in education, Kathy Lapkovitch is retiring from a distinguished teaching career devoted to the students and families of Perry Township Schools. A graduate of Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) and a Kindergarten endorsement, Kathy spent 14 years teaching Kindergarten and also taught 3rd grade for 9 years at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School.

Throughout her career, she served as a mentor teacher for several years at Abraham Lincoln Elementary and was honored as Teacher of the Year for the 2021–2022 school year. She also stepped into the role of master teacher during a maternity leave, demonstrating her leadership and dedication to supporting fellow educators.
Education and community have always been central to her life, as all three of her children proudly graduated from Perry Township Schools. Her impact on students, colleagues, and families will continue to be felt for years to come, and she retires with gratitude, pride, and a legacy of care and excellence in teaching.

Who knew civics could taste so good? 🍎 After our unit on the founding of our nation, first grade students were chosen as class representatives and they just met for a working lunch to plan Field Day and vote on activities! It was wonderful to see their leadership, teamwork and thoughtful voting in action.

A few more fun shots from the Glow Party!

Who else had a blast at the Glow Party? A huge thank you to Mrs. Williams for the awesome video — it perfectly captures the fun and energy of the day! ✨🕺💡 We also appreciate our parent and community volunteers. This absolutely could not have happened if we did not have your support. What was your favorite moment?

Abraham Lincoln PBIS Glow Party 2026 Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Kristy Osborn has dedicated 33 years to education at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, a place that has truly been her second home since completing her student teaching there. Throughout her remarkable career, she has inspired generations of students while teaching 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades, as well as music, art, and serving as the school’s Media Specialist.

A graduate of Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Kristy later earned her Master’s degree in Library Science from Indiana University. Her passion for learning, creativity, and literacy has left a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues over the years.

Kristy is also fondly remembered for the more than 300 stuffed Tiggers that filled her classroom, creating a warm, fun, and welcoming environment for students. Her love for teaching, creativity, and connection with children made her classroom a place where students felt encouraged, inspired, and valued every day.