Lochiel School Newsletter

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Week 6, Term 2 Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope this newsletter finds you well as we delve into the sixth week of Term 2. We are excited to share some fantastic updates with you regarding the remarkable progress your children are making in mathematics and literacy. Additionally, we would like to remind all parents to submit the necessary information for our upcoming ski trip. Read on for all the details!

Celebrating Mathematics Success

Our students have been actively engaged in mathematics learning, and we are delighted to witness their continuous growth and achievements. From mastering fundamental concepts to tackling complex problem-solving tasks, their enthusiasm and dedication have been truly impressive. The teachers have been implementing various interactive activities, group discussions, and hands-on experiences to foster a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.

We encourage you to take some time to discuss with your child their recent math endeavours. Ask them about the strategies they are employing and how they are approaching different types of problems. This will not only reinforce their learning but also provide an opportunity for you to appreciate their progress. At present we have Sharon Taylor from the Otago University working in classes with students and teachers. Sharon is spending 50 hours over the next two terms in our school working alongside us.

Literacy Excellence

In the realm of literacy, our students have been excelling in their reading and writing skills. Their creativity and critical thinking has been shining through their imaginative stories and thoughtful essays. We have been witnessing remarkable improvements in vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

Please make sure you download the HERO app for you can view your child's success in these areas over the term.

Ski Trip Reminder

As we previously announced, our highly anticipated school ski trip is fast approaching! The trip is scheduled for Friday, 4 August 2023. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all, we kindly remind all parents to submit the necessary information as soon as possible.

The ski trip promises to be a memorable experience for our students, offering an opportunity to build friendships, develop resilience, and enjoy the wonders of the winter season. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to creating lasting memories with your children.

Upcoming Events

We encourage you to stay updated on the school's activities by regularly checking our events article and the communication platforms we have in place.

Thank you for your continued support in fostering a rich and vibrant learning environment for our students. We are immensely proud of their achievements in mathematics and literacy, and we are confident that their progress will only continue to flourish.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We value your feedback and partnership in ensuring the success of our students.

Warm regards,

Mary Miller
Lochiel School Principal

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Mel Yeo

Room 5 Happenings

Following on from our last class newsletter...

Summer McKerchar

Year 7 & 8 Girls Rugby Competition

Rugby Southland are offering a 10-a-side Rugby Competition for girls in Years 7 & 8, which will run in Term 3, 2023. This five-week competition is an exciting step in providing more opportunities for young females to participate in rugby. Lochiel students who are interested will merge with another local school to make a team to enter this competition.

Mary Miller

Parent Information Session - 14 June 2023 - 3.15 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Come along and join us to hear more about Lochiel Schools strategic plan, vision and values and in particular the work our school is doing on the Curriculum - particularly Literacy and Mathematics and how this looks school wide.

Summer McKerchar

Are you and your whānau protected from measles?

This is a message from the Ministry of Health. With people travelling overseas again, there’s a risk that someone with measles could unknowingly bring the disease back to Aotearoa. Measles spreads easily and quickly, usually between people who are unimmunised or only partially immunised. It can be serious and life threatening. In the 2019 measles outbreak in Aotearoa more than 30% of the people infected had to be admitted to hospital.

Mel Yeo

Room 5 Happenings

Following on from our last class newsletter...

Mary Miller

Lochiel School Principal attending the Rural Teacher Principals' Conference in Queenstown with 180 other Principals from around the region

I am thrilled to announce that I will be attending the Rural Teaching Principals Conference held in Queenstown from May 31 to June 2, 2023. This Conference is fully funded by NZEI, which is exciting. The Rural Teaching Principals Conference serves as a platform for educational leaders from rural schools across the country to gather, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions on the challenges and opportunities unique to rural education. By attending this conference, I will have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field, gain valuable insights to further enhance the educational experience for our students.

Mary Miller

Thanks so much Fonterra for donating a defibrilator to our community

Lochiel School has gained funding from the Fonterra 'Doing Good Together Programme' to purchase a defribilator, a life-saving device used to resuscitate people who are in cardiac arrest. Our defibrilator at Lochiel School is available for public use. We are very grateful to Fonterra for donating this device for our community to utilise. The device is located outside the School Office. Please note that then you open up the case, an alarm will go off. This is just to let those nearby now that it is being used.

Eva Mullally

Cross Country update from Room 2

Last Friday, we headed off with our bags packed full of warm snuggly clothes and our running shoes on ready to go run our hearts out and get muddy!

Eva Mullally

A huge thank you to the PTA

Lochiel School staff and students are very thankful for the PTA and their generosity!

Norah Thomson

Cross Country 2023

Last Friday we ventured over to Browns by bus to our annual Cross Country event.

Summer McKerchar

After School Care price change

After the feedback we received from our After School Care Survey we have made changes to the pricing to cover the increase cost of food. Please see attached the updated pricing and information around after school care.

Summer McKerchar

The Southland Primary School Netball Competition

The Southland Primary School Netball Competition will be held at the ILT Stadium in Invercargill on:

Summer McKerchar

School Ski Trip - 4 August 2023

It's that time of year again - time to book your spot for the School Ski Trip!!

Summer McKerchar

What's happening in Term 1 2025 @ Lochiel School?

Look what's happening in Term 1 2025 at Lochiel School.

Summer McKerchar

HAVE A GO SPORTS DAY

HAVE A GO SPORTS DAY – Adaptive Physical Activity event that is going to be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 10am – 2pm at the Forsyth Bar Stadium in Dunedin.

Summer McKerchar

HERO - keep up with your child's progress

Lochiel school has a school App called HERO - which has all of your school communication in one place. HERO is the go to App to check on your child's progress and goals throughout the year, report absences, check newsletters, school calendar for up coming events etc.. follow these easy steps to download today!