Dear Parents and Caregivers,

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.

High School Open Night

Thank you to all of the teachers, students and parents for a wonderful High School Open Night last night. The student work on display and the conduct and confidence of the students was excellent. Please keep an eye out next week for photos of this impressive event. 

Parents and Wantoks Golden Orchard Ball

Thank you in advance to the P&W, the Ball Committe and all volunteers and sponsors who have worked so hard in preparation for the annual Golden Orchard Ball this weekend. I'm sure it will be a huge success. 

Lae International School Boarding Information

Lae International School's Head of Boarding, Mr John Kalenda, will be visiting various locations around the country to promote Lae International School's boarding facility. For those interested, Mr Kalenda will be at the LIS Library on Wednesday 28th August at 6:00pm, to discuss boarding options for years 11 and 12. Please let me know if you are interested in attending.  

Repentance Day

Next Monday will be a public holiday for Repentance Day. 

 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. The junior carnival will commence at 9.00am and the year 3-10 carnival at 4.00pm. Year 3-10 students will need to be at the pool at 3.30pm ready for a 4.00pm start. School will finish at 12.30pm for all students. Further information about both swimming carnivals will be communicated to parents next week.

Independence Day 

This year the school will celebrate Independence Day on the last day of school for term 3 – September 12. 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 Kevin Collins

School Hours K - 6 (LIS)                                                               

Official school times are:

8.10                 Bell rings

8.10 – 8.15      Home room (Assembly on Monday and Friday mornings)

8.15 – 10.35    First session

10.35 – 11.05 Recess (15 minutes eating followed by 15 minutes play)

11.05 – 12.35 Second session

12.35 – 1.20    Lunch (15 minutes eating followed by 30 minutes play)

1:20 – 3.00      Third Session 

3.00                 End of school day  

School Hours 7 - 10                                                                                  

Official school times are:

8.10                 Bell rings

8.10 – 8.15      Home room (Assembly on Monday and Friday mornings)

8.15 – 10.05    Two periods

10.05 – 10.35 Recess (10 minutes eating followed by 20 minutes play)

10.35 – 1.20    Three periods

1.20 – 2.00      Lunch (10 minutes eating followed by 30 minutes play)

2.00 – 2.55      One period

2.55 – 3.00      Home room

3.00                 End of school day

Term 1 Monday 29 January to Thursday 28 March

Term 2 Monday 15 April to Thursday 20 June

Term 3 Monday 15 July to Thursday 12 September

Term 4 Monday 30 September to Thursday 5 December

Swimming Carnivals

The program for our week 8 Swimming Carnivals will be sent home next week. The Prep-year 2 classes will have a mini-carnival on Thursday morning, week 8, commencing at 9.00am.

Students in years 3-10 will have their carnival on the same day but in the afternoon/evening. Students need to be at the pool at 3.30pm, ready to warm up for a 4.00pm start.

All students will finish school at 12.30pm. Students in years 3-10 are encouraged to have a rest. Students in Prep-year 2 can come along and support their house team. If they attend, they are to sit in their house area.

Parents and wantoks are welcome to come along and cheer on your children. 

After-school Sport

This Saturday (weather permitting), there will be Saturday sport (tee-ball) for primary students from 8.30-9.30am. Please wear a hat and closed in shoes and bring a water bottle. This will be the last session of sport for this term. High School will not have basketball on Saturday morning due to many students attending Saturday remedial classes.

Kind regards,

Ms Judith Meauri (Sports Coordinator)

On behalf of LIS Parent & Wontok Committee we are excited to confirm our guest entertainment and some amazing prizes to be won at the LIS Golden Orchid Fundraiser Masquerade Ball. If you would like to purchase your ticket to attend or would like to buy some raffle tickets, please contact Lihir International School Ball Committee - LISPBallCommittee@newcrest.com.au 

Get your ball tickets before they sell out.

Friday Assemblies

Parents and Wantoks are welcome to join us for our weekly assemblies held each Friday in the basketball court, commencing at 8.10am. This week it was the year 5/6 assembly and next week it will be the year 3/4 Music assembly.

Year 5/6 Camp

Last week, the year 5/6 class, accompanied by Mrs Romao-Daimol, Mr Collins and myself, travelled to Kavieng for their class camp. The students had a great time visiting interesting places such as the Provincial Assembly and Nago Island Marine Facility as well as some fun swimming and beach activities. The students are to be commended for their excellent behaviour; they were great ambassadors for our school.

Parent / Teacher Interviews - Save the Date!

Parent Teacher interviews will be held on Monday and Tuesday afternoon, week 9. Portfolios will be sent home on Friday of week 8.

Prep parents are advised that due to Ms Dovaston's absence, Prep folios will be sent home early next term and parent / teacher interviews will also be conducted next term.

More information about the interviews will be shared over the coming weeks. If your child has not returned their portfolio, please ensure it is returned as soon as possible.

Kind regards,

Ms Cathy Langusch             

Upcoming Events:

Week 6: Golden Orchid Ball - Saturday 24th August

Week 8: Swimming Carnivals - Thursday Prep-year 2 at 9.00am; year 3-10 to be at the pool at 3.30pm for a 4.00pm start.

Week 9: Parent/Teacher Interviews - Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th September

Week 9: Independence Day celebrations - Thursday 12th September

After-school Activities

Saturday - Saturday morning sport (tee-ball for primary students) from 8.30-9.30am.

Wednesday: Homework Class (year 3/4 and 5/6); Supervised study for high school.

Our Batch 3 WR trainees participated in the Upstander and Trupla Meri, Trupla Man, (TMTM) trainings yesterday. The sessions were conducted by Ms. Alu Kila and Ms. Jermah Kambao.  Most students verbally expressed their satisfaction in the trainings. It was an eye opener for many of them as they did not have an opportunity to attend such trainings that involved challenging and confronting topics which are perceived as taboo to discuss at times or maybe perceived as acceptable in some societies & cultures. I know they all learned many new things and acquired knowledge and skills that they can be able to use in their villages and at their workplace.

We extend our gratitude and thank you to Ms. Alu Kila and Ms. Jermah Kambao for accepting our invitation to come and do presentations on Upstander and TMTM trainings. We appreciate your continuous support in our Work Ready program where we train young local Lihirian talents with skills, knowledge and attitudes in how to get a job and how to keep their jobs.

Next week, we will be looking at our Module on Interview skills, Curriculum Vitae and Job Application letter writing skills.  We expect to have a team from HR & Globe 24/7 to make presentations on additional sessions on these topics as well. These are very important and necessary life-long skills that the WR Trainees need to acquire so that they will apply them when searching for a job after the completion of their WR training program.

FODE

Students are continuing their studies at their own pace. NDOE Calander of events are observed and followed.

Year 10 upgraders sat for their mock exams this week and will continue next week. Eligible Year 10 upgraders are expected to sit for their National Exams later this year.

Remedial & Exam Preparation

Saturday morning exam preparation plus Monday and Tuesday Maths and English remedials are continuing.

 Kind regards, 

Mr. David Wengip