Newsletter

Message from the Head of Primary 

Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to our latest Lighthouse Primary and Secondary School newsletter. We've had an exciting month filled with activities and achievements to share.

Congratulations to all our students who participated in this year’s Sports Day. In the final standings:

• Spero House secured 1st place

• Amare House took 2nd place

• Fidem House claimed 3rd place

Special congratulations to Amare House for winning the Grade R - 2 category and Spero House for their victory in the Grade 3 - 6 category. The Spirit Cup went to Spero House for their exceptional sportsmanship and team spirit. Click here to see what the Houses have been up to this term!

This week we are also excited to share what we've been doing in our specialist subjects, including French, Art, Music and PE - be sure to go through the news and beautiful photographs!

Upcoming events:

• Foundation Phase Camp Out on 9 August: Open to Grade R - 3 parents and children, this event promises a fun-filled camping experience on campus. It's a great opportunity for families to bond, enjoy the community, and give children the unique experience of exploring the campus at night. We look forward to seeing many of you there for an evening of family fun and bonding.

• Art Exhibition during the Art Festival on 8-9 August: This exhibition will showcase the incredible talents of our students, celebrating their creativity and hard work. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together and appreciate the artistic accomplishments of our young artists. Make sure to mark your calendars and join us for this inspiring event.

• Lighthouse's Got Talent competition on 8 August: As part of the Art Festival, this event will feature a variety of performances from our talented students, ranging from music and dance to comedy and magic. It promises to be an entertaining and inspiring showcase of the diverse talents within our school community. We encourage all families to attend and support our budding stars.

We look forward to seeing you at these events.

Warm regards,
Mr Hannes van der Westhuysen
Head of Primary

Upcoming Events

Sign-up for Lighthouse's Got Talent

Sign-ups for our annual “Lighthouse's Got Talent’ are now closed. All those who have signed up should be prepared for auditions in their houses on Monday, 29 July, during House Activities. Those selected for the Final will be announced on 1 August. The final show will be on the 8 August.

Upcoming Arts Festival, 5-9 August

Our Art Festival is coming up soon! Final extended deadline for submissions is today, Friday 26 July!  Please email Mr Navish (navish.samyan@lighthouse.edu.mu) to submit work in the categories of sculpture, painting, drawing, original print, photography, mixed media, installation, video art and digital art.  Click here to find out more.

Aquaponics Course
Lighthouse will be hosting a two day practical Aquaponics Course from 13 - 14 September. The course, led by a highly experienced aquaponics team, who have trained over 1,000 students from more than 15 countries, is aimed at anyone who is interested in aquaponics - whether home or commercial.

This is a unique opportunity to learn from leading international experts in the field. We will guide you through the essential do’s and don’ts of aquaponics farming. Don’t miss out on this rare chance to gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge from one of the industry’s best.

Register and pay directly at this link: https://aquaponics.africa/learning-portal/
Cost: $150
Early bird discount until 1 August: $100 - save $50

Primary News

New Ed-Admin Multi Portal app

We are excited to inform you that Ed-Admin has developed a new multi-app portal for the mobile app, called Ed-Admin MP. This new portal is designed to improve communication between the school and our parent community, making it easier for you to stay connected and informed.

Please visit your Play Store or App Store and search for "Ed-Admin MP" to download the app and start enjoying its features. Once downloaded, you will be asked for a 6 digit activation code. For Lighthouse Education Ltd, please use the following code: 241850

From there you can sign in with your email address and receive an OTP to log in to the app. Once you’re in, the interface and features of the app will be the same as, if not easier than before. To note that the previous Edana Parent app will be decommissioned. If you need any assistance with the Ed-Admin Multi-Portal Mobile App, please don't hesitate to reach out to the ICT Lead, Mr Adrien, at ict@lighthouse.edu.mu. Note: Nothing changes for web browsers. Above changes are only for those who use the mobile app on their phones.

2024 School Photos
As communicated before, we will be taking individual and class photographs this coming week. Please click here to view the schedule to see when your child’s photo will be taken. Children who are absent on those days, will be slotted into our individual photo retake days on 5 and 7 August.

Gr 4 Camp Feedback
On Friday, 12th July, the Grade 4 students enjoyed a sleepover at school, braving a chilly night and a touch of drizzle. The children slept in tents, many set up by enthusiastic parents, and the event centred around the theme of integrity.

The camp included a discussion on integrity, with various engaging activities focused on this important value. We had plenty of snacks, thanks to the generosity of our students, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the kitchen staff for organising our delicious dinner and breakfast.

The evening featured a campfire and games, all reinforcing the lesson on integrity. Despite the adventure, the children slept soundly through the night.

The next morning, our campers awoke at 6 AM for an invigorating hour-long walk through the forest. This hike allowed them to explore nature, breathe in fresh air, and reflect on our theme of integrity. Divided into teams, the students displayed excellent team spirit and learned valuable lessons.

We are incredibly grateful to the parents who volunteered to serve breakfast and brought additional food, ensuring we were well-nourished. The children packed up their tents and headed home around 9:30 AM, brimming with energy and excitement.

A special thank you to Ms Nadine Ankers, our coordinator for outdoor activities, for her meticulous planning and organisation, which ensured a memorable and enriching experience for everyone.

Parent/ Teacher Conferences on the 31st July and 2nd August
Sign-ups for the Parent-Teacher Conference from 31 July to 2 August, opened this past Wednesday.  Please log in to your Parents’ Portal on Ed-Admin and go to your child’s profile to see the Parent/Teacher Meeting Conference Booking tab. Click on it, and then select the time slot that suits you. 

Please note these are in-person meetings that will take place at school. A kind reminder that we will NOT have school on the 2nd August.

Book Sales at the Hub on Parent/Teacher Conferences
During our Parent- Teacher conferences, you are warmly invited to visit our book tables at the Hub, where we will be selling books that we no longer use in the Library. The funds raised by the sales of the books will be used to purchase new books and enhance our Library’s facilities.

Lunch Menu
Curious about what's for lunch this month? Click here to view the July/August lunch menu.

Uniform Shop
Our Uniform shop is open Monday & Thursdays, 08:00 - 14:00. Click here for the uniform price list and order form or email Ms. Melanie at uniform@lighthouse.edu.mu.

Dates to Remember

31 July - Parents/Teacher Conferences (Afternoons only) 

2 August - Parents/ Teacher Conference (Whole day) NO SCHOOL

8 August 

• Art Festival 

• Lighthouse has talent (Lower primary) (during school)

• Sports & Clubs end

9 August 

• Art Festival 

• Lighthouse has talent (Upper Primary)(during school)

• Foundation Phase Campout (Reception to Grade 3)

14 August 

• End of TERM 2 (Half day)

• Term 2 report on EdAdmin

Birthdays for the Next Week: 

Students: 

Ramgutty, Yanis Jul 26

Wong Keng, Nathan Jul 27

Hill, Joshua- Aaron Jul 28

Jhurree, Asher Jul 29

Marc, Yohann Jul 29

Merven, Caitlin Jul 29

Ramsamy, Eliada Jul 29

Dabeea, Yovan Jul 30

Rajoo, Liam Jul 30

Udeman, Kion Jul 30

Bachoomun, Hans Jul 31

Dallera, Teresa Jul 31

Teachers 

Ms Nissley, Hilary Jul 30

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