Uniform Policy

Children are encouraged to wear the correct uniform every day, except on designated PE and tennis days. If you're unsure about the uniform requirements or need a copy of the timetable, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher.

Afternoon Activities

We are thrilled to report that our afternoon activities have commenced on a positive note. An overwhelming majority of our students have signed up for these engaging activities, which promise to be both fun and enriching. If you are a new parent who did not have access to a sign-up slip, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher to express interest in enrolling your child in afternoon activities. We welcome all students to participate and look forward to hearing from you.

If I see I remember, if I hear I forget and if I do I understand.          - Xunzi

1. CHECKPOINT EXAMS

Thank you so much to all the parents who signed up their children for the External Cambridge Checkpoint Exams, we will be giving full academic support to all the children even as they prepare for these assessments.

Reminders: Intention deadline: 17th January, 2025

Payment Deadline: 31st January, 2025.

2. LEARNING SUPPORT

Our learning support program continues for Primary and Lower Secondary.

CP5 & CP6 - Tuesdays and Thursdays

LS1-LS3- Monday to Thursday

Please refer to the TIMETABLES that will be shared with you by the Class teachers.

3. CURRICULUM OVERVIEWS

We are glad to announce to you that class teachers have shared the curriculum overviews to the Class Whatsapp groups, kindly ensure that you check and avail them to the students as it will help them follow through Syllabus coverage.

4. THREE-WAY COMMUNICATION

In our quest to improve on feedback and feed-foward to address the learning needs of the students, Class teachers will begin the 3 way conversations starting next week. Parents are also free to make appointments with them.

5. TASKS & HOMEWORK SUBMISSIONS

All tasks and Homeworks should be completed by all students without fail, we kindly ask that you check your child's books and please sign once work is done as this will help in monitoring the progress of the students

6. GOOGLE CLASSROOM

All students have been assigned emails and will be accessing learning materials from Google classroom, please ensure that your child accesses this learning platform.

Please contact Mr Denny (ICT DEPARTMENT H.O.D) for assistance- +260970627630

We will be holding one-to-one meetings with parents and students in IGCSE 2 and A Level 2 to discuss their academic progress and the way forward. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to review achievements, address concerns, and plan for success.

The Coordinator will be getting in touch with you to book an appointment. We humbly request your cooperation in confirming your availability to ensure a productive discussion about your child’s academic progress.

We would also like to remind all parents to ensure that students remain for afternoon classes. These sessions play a vital role in providing additional support in challenging areas and preparing students thoroughly for their exams. Your support in this matter will greatly contribute to your child's academic success.

Dear Scholars and Dreamers,

After our phenomenal success last year, here we are again! Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey of learning, discovery, and global connections? The World Scholar’s Cup is back, and we are calling on YOU to be part of this unforgettable experience!

The World Scholar’s Cup is not just a competition; it is a celebration of curiosity and collaboration. From debating through thought-provoking topics to solving real-world challenges and showcasing your creative writing skills, this event will push your boundaries and unlock your potential. Whether you're passionate about science, history, art, or current affairs, there's something for everyone.

Teachers will be visiting classes this week to collect the names of interested students, so don’t miss your chance to join this amazing journey!

WSC Team

1. As a guest  speaker you are welcome to join our morning work out and then lead a 15 mins workshop or presentation with 5 mins for question and answer. If you are interested to lead a session, or connect us with someone who would be able to do so or you would like to get more information on our programme please get in touch with Ms Lauren (+260 979771847 / lauren_njungu@lusakaoaktree.school)

1.     Follow school given deadlines.

2.     Have all previous transcripts and records of your child ready - . both a soft copy as well as a physical one with the school seal or stamp.

3.     Keep the passport updated

4.     Follow the same details and address for all applications as in the passport.

5.     Let your child know the complete address with postcode and the contact details of at least one parent by heart.

6.     Ensure they share the user name and password of every application login with you. Let your mail ID be their recovery mail address.

7.     Trust the process and recommendation given.

8. Please discuss or send a mail with your queries to: careercounseling@lusakaoaktree.school

9.     Do not encourage students to drop studies after IGCSE. They graduate from school only after completing A levels.

 A  parent of an applicant had this to share:

“My experience doing the summer school application with you has been truly incredible!

You helped me understand what to do and when to do it, I don’t think I would’ve managed to do it without you, thank you so much for everything!”

ECA 

Finally, the anticipation is over as we have started our ECAs. There has been more excitement with the introduction of four new clubs, namely hockey, netball, touch rugby and, by far the most popular, the skate club. 

Monday saw the return of the ballet club which has gained new members eager to learn the relevé and plié. Sensei continues to amaze with more mastery of the art of Karate for our children. The skate club saw new and seasonal skaters and bladers take to the drive-way and engage in some constructive and soon to be competitive fun. 

We look forward to seeing more of our children engage in various activities and sports in order to foster holistic development. We continue to emphasize that all learners that are not signed up should be collected from school. Detailed lists of sign-ups including days and activities, and schedules will be shared in class groups.

We encourage parents to acquire the necessary equipment such as hockey sticks and skin pads in order to make the learning experience even better. We also encourage that for those that do not yet have a PE kit, a solid black or solid white shirt may be worn with solid black shorts only.

SPORTS

Football and netball teams have been selected and are currently training for the U19, U16, U14, U11 and U9 competitions. Students that are on the U19 and U16 teams will be given a consent form that will request that they stay behind after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays  in order to facilitate adequate training and preparation.

Tips and Tools for Parents and Students

Welcome to this week’s IT corner! Here are a few tips and resources to help you stay tech-savvy and safe:

Stay Cyber-Safe: Remind your kids about the importance of strong passwords. Use phrases or a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, and avoid sharing them with friends.

Screen Time Balance: With technology at the core of learning, screen time can add up quickly. Encourage regular breaks using the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.

Tech Tip of the Week: Did you know most apps and websites have accessibility features? Tools like text-to-speech, larger fonts, or night mode can enhance the user experience. Explore these options in device or app settings.

Stay tuned for more IT insights next week! If you have any tech-related questions or need support, feel free to reach out.

Happy learning,

Your IT Team

• Students are to visit the canteen and uniform shop only during breaks.

• Car stickers will be issued for new parents soon - You'll be updated the moment they are ready

• Please read class group messages and the newsletter thoroughly so that you do not miss out on important information and announcements

• Send your queries to the right person listed on the list of contacts