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This Week At LOTS: 22-26 Sep 2025
Term 1| Week 5
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From HoS Desk
From HoS Desk
“Removing competition is not kindness, because that kills the urge to improve. Keeping competition healthy is kindness, because that allows room for failure” - S.H.
Dear Parents,
The Student Council elections are coming up and there will be competition there. They are all campaigning hard. Those who win, will get an opportunity to practice structured leadership. Those who do not, will have built resilience.
The ISAZ volleyball tournament is coming up, and there will be competition there. If our teams win, they will have trophies and bragging rights. If they do not, they would have improved their game, having played with teams better than themselves.
Bottom line - when you allow competition, growth never ends. And when you ensure that competition is healthy, character is built.
Warm regards
Shouquot Hussain
Head of School
Principal Academics
Principal Academics
How do we measure student learning?
In our Early Years, students show us their growth through activities and assemblies. Our Reception class recently shared what they're learning, highlighting their increasing confidence.
For Primary and Secondary students, we're using formative assessments to pinpoint areas of strength and opportunities for growth. Students will soon receive feedback and grades on their performance. Based on this data, teachers will review important concepts in class, ensuring everyone has a strong foundation.
Pastoral Care, Mentoring and Well-being
Pastoral Care, Mentoring and Well-being
Parents and guardians are partners with the school in pastoral care. Their role is to nurture love, discipline, values, safety, and guidance at home while collaborating with teachers to ensure the child develops holistically—academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. We should improve on the school - home collaboration to help the students in all aspects of their lives.
LOTS GOES TO THE POLLS
Our Student Council elections have been an exciting process so far. Candidates have been creative with the posters which have colored the school. On Wednesday, 24 primary school candidates and 23 Secondary school candidates delivered persuasive speeches to their peers. votes have now been cast and officially closed. We look forward to announcing the results on Monday—stay tuned!
THE LOTS ANNUAL SCHOOL PRODUCTION
THE LOTS ANNUAL SCHOOL PRODUCTION
‘A Journey Through Us’ – Coming Soon! ✨
Lusaka Oaktree School is thrilled to announce our upcoming production, “A Journey Through Us”. Rehearsals are already underway and our talented learners are bringing the stage to life with music, drama and creativity.
From powerful performances to heartfelt storytelling, this promises to be an unforgettable showcase of talent and imagination. Stay tuned for more details on the big day – it’s going to be amazing!
MUN accolades
MUN accolades
On 20th September 2025, twenty-six students from Lusaka Oaktree School proudly represented our school at a Model United Nations (MUN) Conference hosted by Baobab College. They joined delegates from seven other schools in an enriching day of debate and collaboration.
Our students demonstrated commendable skills in diplomacy, critical thinking, and teamwork as they engaged with global issues in a spirit of respect and cooperation. Their enthusiasm and confidence was evident throughout the sessions, and they expressed eagerness to continue growing in this platform.
We are encouraged by their positive participation and are looking forward to engaging them more in future MUN conferences, where our students can further develop their leadership, public speaking, and problem-solving abilities. Attached are some highlights captured during the conference.
TEDxLOTs 9th October
TEDxLOTs 9th October
The 2nd TEDx Conference by LOTS (the only school in Zambia licensed to conduct the event) is happening on the 9th of October, from 18.00 hrs to 21.00 hours - at the Zambian Italian Centre of Excellence.
Tickets are on sale at the admin front desk for K300. Please do make an effort to attend. All LOTS children are your children.
And we have 12 of our bravehearts this time, 12 acorns - leaders of tomorrow and change agents - who are going to challenge you with ideas worth sharing and performances worth extolling. Here is the list of student speakers and performers:
Joudah Blount AS Level
Shane Matthew LS2
Aadhya Nair LS1
Ryan Aoir LS2
Humera Chauhan LS1
Khadijah Munshi LS1
Ethan Sakala LS2
Likith Sangalapalli IGCSE 1
Sephania Sanaj LS2
Jaxen Blount LS1
Justin Kapilikisha IGCSE 2
Tamika Bredt IGCSE 2
Ayanda Mwansa IGCSE 2
Early Years
Early Years
The Early Years have been busy!
September Mentorship Program Highlights:
Our mentorship program for September focused on teaching our young learners the importance of "magic words" such as:
- "Thank you"
- "Please"
- "May I"
- Greetings like "Hello" and "Goodbye"
These words are essential for good manners and respectful communication.
Grandparents’ Day
Now this was immense fun, both for the children and the teachers. The pics below tell the story best.
Reception A Showcase:
Our Reception A class hosted an engaging assembly where they:
- Read and practiced 3-letter words
- sang a song
- Explored and displayed various festivals that are celebrated in our community and around the world
We're proud of our students' progress and creativity! 🎉 Stay tuned for more exciting updates from our mentorship program!
Lower Primary (CP1 to CP4)
Lower Primary (CP1 to CP4)
Assessment update
We are happy to share that we have successfully completed the First Formative Assessment for this term. These assessments help us understand how learners are progressing, highlight their strengths, and show us areas where they may need extra support.
The results will guide our teaching strategies in the coming weeks to ensure that every child continues to grow with confidence. We encourage you to keep supporting the learners at home through reading, practicing basic number skills, and engaging them in simple discussions that build curiosity.
Cultural dance competition
Our Primary learners have been joyfully preparing for the cultural dance competition. Their energy and talent will shine as they represent the school at NASDEC. We look forward to cheering them on, come 4th October!
Upper Primary & Lower Secondary (CP5 to LS3)
Upper Primary & Lower Secondary (CP5 to LS3)
"Small steps in the right direction can turn out to be the biggest step of your life.” - Naeem Callaway🌱
Here are some updates you may need to go through👇🏽
📘 1. 2026 March Series CP6/LS3 Optional Checkpoint Exams
Thank you to all parents who have shown interest in these optional exams. The fee structure has already been shared via email.Teachers are reviewing learners’performance from previous grades, bi-weekly checks, and formative assessments. This helps us confirm that learners are fully ready, since these exams can be demanding if there are still gaps. Curriculum coverage is expected to be done by the second week of January.
Once reviews are complete, we will send you feedback on whether your child qualifies. If selected, you may then proceed with payments.
📌 Deadline for payment: 17th October, 2025.
📝 2. Learner Support
Our remedial support program is underway. Teachers are reaching out to parents of learners in this program and will share regular updates on their progress.
🏕 3. CREED Leadership Camp (LS3)
The LS3 Creed Camp is scheduled for 2nd – 4th October, 2025. Please ensure that the Indemnity and Medical Form is completed and returned to your child’s homeroom teacher.
📊 4. Formative 1 Assessments
Assessments are in progress and will run over the next two weeks. Kindly help your child prepare well and encourage good study and rest habits.
💬 5. Feedback and Communication
We value your partnership and input. Please feel free to share any concerns or feedback about your child’s academic journey or wellbeing—we are here to support you.
Upper Secondary (IGCSE 1 to A Level)
Upper Secondary (IGCSE 1 to A Level)
CREED Leadership Camp: Building Leaders of Tomorrow
Last week, our students embarked on an unforgettable journey of growth, teamwork, and leadership at the CREED Leadership Camp.
From Monday to Wednesday, our IGCSE 1 learners dived into engaging workshops, outdoor challenges, and team-building activities designed to strengthen their confidence and collaboration skills. One of the highlights was when students worked together to prepare their own meals—dividing tasks, organizing ingredients, and cooking side by side. It was a true test of cooperation and planning, and the results were both delicious and rewarding!
From Thursday to Saturday, the spotlight shifted to our IGCSE 2 and A Level students, who took on more advanced leadership sessions. They not only tackled problem-solving challenges and dynamic group projects but also demonstrated responsibility and unity as they prepared meals together, proving that leadership is about service as much as it is about guiding others.
The camp was filled with laughter, challenges, and breakthroughs. Students returned more motivated, with a stronger sense of resilience, teamwork, and purpose.
The CREED Leadership Camp 2025 has once again shown that leadership is not just about titles—it’s about vision, action, and impact.
ECA SPORTS
ECA SPORTS
This week in Sports ECA, our learners displayed excellent energy, discipline, and teamwork as they prepared for upcoming competitions. Training sessions across football, athletics, volleyball, and basketball focused on sharpening skills, improving fitness, and strengthening resilience. Coaches also highlighted the importance of teamwork, respect, and fair play, values that guide our young athletes both on and off the field.
Looking ahead, we are excited for the volleyball and basketball fixtures scheduled in the coming days. These matches will give our players the opportunity to put their hard work into action and proudly represent the school. We encourage parents and guardians to continue supporting the teams as they build confidence and strive for success.
ECA CLUBS
ECA CLUBS
We are delighted to share that our clubs in the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) continue to thrive in Week 5. The participation and enthusiasm from our learners remain encouraging, and we appreciate the continued support from you, our parents.
This week, our focus was on Karate, a club that instills the values of discipline and perseverance in our students. Through this activity, children are not only learning self-defense skills but also developing resilience, respect, and focus—qualities that positively impact their academics and personal growth.
We encourage you to continue sending your children to these clubs, as they play a vital role in shaping their talents, character, and holistic development.
Thank you for walking this journey with us.
REMINDERS
REMINDERS
Please avail TEDx tickets from the admin front desk - your presence will really lift up the spirits of our student speakers and performers.
Please note that Friday 3rd October will be a holiday for students on account of Teachers’ Day.
The new school tie is now in, and available at the uniform shop.
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