Dear parents and carers,

At LIS, through our reading programs we encourage children to read regularly at home. It is important for parents to assist and encourage children to read at home. Here's why it matters:

1. Academic Boost: Reading outside of school enhances vocabulary and comprehension, paving the way for better academic performance.

2. Lifelong Passion: Fostering a reading habit now instills a lifelong love for learning and discovery.

3. Cognitive Edge: Regular reading sharpens critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills.

4. Embracing Diversity: Books expose children to diverse cultures, nurturing empathy and understanding.

5. Concentration Skills: Amid digital distractions, reading improves focus and attention span.

6. Family Bonding: Shared reading creates special moments for bonding and meaningful conversations.

7. Igniting Creativity: Books spark imagination, enhancing creativity that extends to all aspects of life.

8. Stronger Language: Reading enhances language proficiency, benefiting communication skills.

By encouraging reading at home, you're laying a strong foundation for your children's success.

Swimming Carnivals

On Thursday of week 8, there will a  junior mini-swimming carnival held during the school day and a carnival for years 3-10 commencing in the late afternoon. Further information about both swimming carnivals will be communicated to parents next week.

Attendance

Attendance at school is very important. Children need to be at school on time every day to succeed in their learning. We have seen some unnecessary absenteeism and lateness, particularly in the high school. If a child is absent, parents / carers need to email the class teacher or send a note on return to the school.

Independence Day. 

This year the school will celebrate Independence Day on the last day of school for term 3 – September 14. There will be some special activities to celebrate the day.  Please see the program below.

Term 3 Calendar

Please find the Term 3 Parent Calendar attached below. 

If you have any concerns or would like further information on any of the topics in this newsletter, please do not hesitate to make contact with any questions.  

Regards,

Mr Greg Neville

Dear Parents and Wantoks,

RAFFLE TICKETS

All raffle tickets are due Monday, 28th of August 2023. If you have tickets that are not sold, please return it to the school.

RAFFLE TICKETS - K20.00

The Ball Committee is also selling raffling tickets for K20.00 with some really good prizes to be won. This includes return tickets for two on any of PNG's major airlines PNG Air and Air Niugini, accommodation at Kokopo Beach Bunaglow and other major prizes to be won.

A raffle book for K20 raffle tickets has been placed at the school office should parents want to purchase a ticket. Please see Mrs Romaso-Daimol.

We thank you all for your support to the 2023 Ball Committee, and we look forward to seeing you all on September 9th.

Thank you,

Ruth Waram

Ball Committee Chairperson

Term 1 Monday 30 January to Thursday 30 March

Term 2 Monday 17 April to Thursday 22 June

Term 3 Monday 17 July to Thursday 14 September

Term 4 Monday 2 October to Thursday 7 December 

Key dates:

A reminder to all parents that each Friday at 8.10am, we hold our school assembly in the basketball court. All parents and friends are welcome to attend.

Week 8 Thursday - Swimming Carnivals - Prep-year 2 during the morning; year 3-10 late afternoon.

Week 8 Saturday 10th September - Golden Orchid Ball

Week 9 Monday and Tuesday - Parent/Teacher Interviews

Week 9 Thursday: Independence Day celebrations 

Afternoon activities:

Monday afternoon sport - Tee-ball for Prep-year 2 with Ms Dovaston; Tee-ball for year 3-6 with Ms Langusch; and High School Volleyball with Mrs Baiwan and Ms Yip. From 3,10-4.00pm. 

Saturday morning sport will be on the 2nd and 9th of September, from 8.30am-9.30am.

Homework Club: Wednesday afternoon 3.10-4.00pm

High School Open Night

Thank you to parents and community members who attended our High School Open Night on Thursday evening. There was an excellent display of student work at both the LIS and STM campuses. Congratulations to the students who explained the various work samples and activities. Thank you to our high school staff for organising the displays.

Parent/Teacher Interviews - Date Claimer

Parent/Teacher Interviews from Prep to Year 10 will be held on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th September (Week 9). Please keep one of these dates free so you can attend. Kindy interviews will be on Monday 11th September.  More information about bookings will be shared next week.

Year 8 and 10 Mock Exams

Year 8 and 10 students will sit their third round of Mock Exams in Week 8. These exams give us important data about student learning needs, so it is very important that all students are in attendance. Thank you to Ms Yip for coordinating the exams.
Afternoon sport

It has been great seeing so many students involved in the Monday afternoon sporting activities this term. There will be Saturday morning games on Saturday 2nd and Saturday 9th September from 8.30-9.30am. Students will need to wear appropriate clothing, including their joggers, in order to participate (no thongs allowed). Students in Prep-year 6 should also have a hat. All students are encouraged to bring a water bottle. If it is raining, the activities will be cancelled. Parents are asked to visit the LIS Facebook page for updates.

Absences

A reminder that if your child is absent, please email your child's teacher or text/phone Mrs Romaso-Daimol in the office. 

Kind regards,

Ms Cathy Langusch             

Our Work Ready Program trainees are progressing well. This week we went on a tour of the Mine and Process Plant, which provided some context and awareness of potential careers for our trainees. Thankyou to Dudley Thomas and Encie Niba for speaking with our trainees about mining and also Natasha Glipu for speaking about the process plant. Thanks also to the managers and superintendents who assisted with organising this event for our trainees.

We are continuing preparation for our DWU Lecturers to come to site to deliver the Bachelor of Primary Education Upgrade and the Master of Educational Leadership programs during the September school holidays.

National exam remedial lessons at STMC and after school remedial lessons are continuing for Grade 8 and 10 students. These lessons are of great importance as the students prepare for their exams at the start of term 4.

Our FODE students continue to work hard as they prepare for the end of year exams.

Regards, 

Mr Kevin Collins