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Welcome back to school! We trust you have all had a wonderful holiday season with friends and family and are ready for this school year!

We want to hear from youContact School Administration

480 Norman RdNorman Gardens Q 4701

4926 4895

school@lighthousebaptist.com.au

www.lighthousechristianschool.org.au

a ministry of Lighthouse Baptist Church

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear LCS Family,

I commend both students and staff on an outstanding start to the 2016 Academic Year!

We extend an extra special welcome to those new students and staff who joined our school community this week. Almost all year levels have received additional enrolments for this year. We consider it a privilege to be entrusted with partnering with you in the education of your child. Our prayer is that every student at Lighthouse Christian School will develop so as to see 1 Timothy 4:12 in action.

“Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in

purity.”

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WHAT’S ON

8 FebSenior Leadership

Induction & Morning

Tea

23 FebSchool Photos

9 MarYear 7 & 8

Immunisation

16-24 MarParent-Teacher

Interviews

During our Pupil Free Week, entitled Intentional Excellence, school staff engaged in a series of focused professional development sessions which honed in on school priorities and enabled us to further progress our school motto, “Committed to Excellence in Christian Education.”

From this motto, and from our study of best practice in high performing schools, we have developed twelve commitments to the Lighthouse Christian School Community.

These twelve commitments provide us with a strong and effective framework with which to further develop and advance as we commence our 23rd year of providing a high quality and affordable Christian Education option for the Rockhampton Community.

Remember, should you have any concern or query regarding any school related matter, please do not hesitate to contact us at the school.

In Christ,

Blair HarpPrincipal

1 Commitment to a Christian worldview

2 Commitment to a Curriculum that is systematic

3 Commitment to Continuous achievement & improvement

4 Commitment to Capability development & coaching

5 Commitment to Core priorities

6 Commitment to Community partnerships

7 Commitment to Caring, safe & supportive learning environments

8 Commitment to a Charter for anti-bullying

9 Commitment to Catering for specific learning needs

10 Commitment to the Complete child

11 Commitment to Cultural arts & competitive sport

12 Commitment to Campus maintenance & development

First Day of SchoolOur Preps and Year Ones had an exceptional start to the school year, participating in a series of formal and play-based learning activities. Students are also enjoying access to daily digital learning with newly purchased Interactive Whiteboards.

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NEWSLETTER!We are inviting submissions from members of our school community to provide an appropriate name

for future editions of our new look newsletter!

It could potentially be something in keeping with themes of lighthouse, community and

communication! We are offering a Cold Rock family voucher for the successful entry which will be voted

on by our school community.

Please email your ideas to our School Development Officer, Joseph Bobadilla (jbbobadilla@lcs.qld.edu.au)

by COB Friday 19th February.

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Staff Professional DevelopmentWell before the first bell rang on day one, school staff spent many hours in training and workshop sessions, further developing their expertise in curriculum, pedagogical and safety training. The theme of the training week was “Intentional Excellence” and focused in on developing staff capability across the 12 LCS Community Commitments. Each day commenced in Praise and Worship, followed by a daily word from Pastor Bakss and Pastor Buchholz. We welcomed back from Brisbane, Education Advisor Ngaire Tagney who worked with primary and secondary staff in higher order thinking research and development.

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Health Alert

Weekly Parades and Chapel ServicesThree times a week our students attend morning parades and chapel services where we engage in praise and worship and hear different speakers present relevant messages from the Word. In this first week we started our school year off with powerful songs such as ‘My Lighthouse’ and this year’s theme song, ‘Anchor’. Special thanks go out to the students and staff involved in preparing songs that minister to the hearts of the Lighthouse community. We look forward to seeing a culture of genuine worship developed in our school this year.

Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord.PSALM 150:6

On the 18th of January flashing light school zone signs were installed on Norman Road.

Lighthouse Christian School was nominated to receive these new signs as part of a Queensland Government commitment to improve school road safety.

You will notice that the new signs look similar to standard school zone signs with the addition of a red flashing ring around the speed limit as well as two flashing yellow lights at the top of the sign. The installation of flashing light school zone signs is proven to

improve visibility of school zones, serving as an active reminder for motorists to slow down.

So next time you’re dropping off or picking up your child, keep an eye out for the new signs and make sure you stick to the signed speed limit.

Flashing school zone lightsnow active on Norman Road

National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence

The sixth National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence is being held on Friday, 18 March 2016.

This year our school and thousands of others across the country are taking a stand

together against bullying and violence in schools, the classroom and beyond.

You can ‘like’ the National Day of Action Facebook page to keep up to date with the latest news and information about the day.

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Safety First

New static speed sign at school entrance

Flashing lights heading north on Norman Road

Student AllergiesThere are children enrolled in our school with severe allergies, especially in the lower primary (Prep-3) age groups. While our school does not advertise itself to be an allergy free school we would respectfully ask, for the safety of the children involved, that seafood, eggs and any nut products (including Nutella) be avoided in lunch boxes.

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We have had a number of cars not observing the traffic flow the last few weeks. Cars shall enter the campus via first row of carpark and exit only via the second row. Please continue to observe this practice throughout the year.

Traffic Flow

When entering the school please observe the speed limit at the front of the property and the flow of traffic to limit confusion in the car parks. Please do not park in the first row of parks, instead utilising those under the trees and ensuring that you walk your children to and from the church building and across the road.

Administration Parking

Parking outside administration is specifically for administration staff. It is not a drop off area. Due to deliveries, accidents last year and a number of close calls when students ran out in front of cars, we do not allow anyone else to park in this area at any time.

Car Park Etiquette & Traffic Flow

Dress PolicyIt is required that students adhere to the school dress code not only during school hours but at all times that the uniform is worn. The formal dress uniform must be worn every day except for days when the student will be engaged in Physical Education classes.

General rules:- A hair style that is kept well

groomed, brushed neat and tidy. The standard for boys haircuts is a “business cut”, with fringes no longer than to the eyebrows, hair trimmed above the collar and around the ears with the ears exposed.

- No foils, streaks or tips should be present in student hair. Hair should remain its natural colour.

- A school hat must be worn at all times when outdoors.

- Plain black, lace-up leather formal conservative shoes with standard heels should be worn. Plain black joggers are permitted. Ballet flat shoes are not permitted.

- No jewellery of any kind except a wrist watch. Girls may wear one pair of small studs/sleepers in the ear lobe. Other piercings are not permitted under any circumstances (including clear or plastic).

- Nail polish, false nails, fake tans and makeup are not permitted. Only black, white, burgundy, or blue hair ties should be worn.

- Approved school jumpers, cardigans or vests are to be worn in winter months.

- High school boys are to be clean shaven at all times.

BOYS UNIFORM- Shorts - navy dress shorts or

navy trousers- Shirt with the school emblem- Tie- Long navy blue socks- Black leather belt- School hat- Sports shirt and shorts with

white socks

GIRLS UNIFORM- School skirt that falls below

the knee- White shirt with the school

emblem- Short white socks (not

anklets)- Girls may wear navy stockings

during winter months- School hat- Sports shirt and shorts with

white socks

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ACADEMICS

SPIRITUAL GROWTH

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

OUR GOALS

Committed to excellence in Christian Education

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Sports

CAPRICORNIA

SCHOOL SPORT

Team sport commencesIn 2016, Lighthouse Christian School will be entering teams across a variety of sports in Rockhampton District Primary and Secondary inter-School Sporting Competitions.

During the year, students from year five and upward will be competing across a variety of sports including Soccer, Futsal, Basketball and Netball. Teams for term one competitions are being finalised in the next week.

Calling all Businesses,

Families and Individuals!

We are seeking support from within and beyond the LCS Community for businesses, families or individuals to provide sponsorship for our new primary and secondary sports teams. If you are able to assist, please contact School Administration on 4926 4895.

Noticeboard

Tuckshop

Tuckshop is back starting on Fridays starting on the 5th of February! It will be served at 10:40AM for High School and 11AM for Primary. Orders and money for Tuckshop must be in by 3PM on Wednesdays. We greatly appreciate Mrs Weder’s work in providing healthy food for our children. Note: No Tuckshop on last week of term.

Uniform Shop

Need new school gear for your child? The Uniform Shop will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 3-3:30PM for any uniform supplies you need. Please contact School Administration to book an appointment.

Playgroup

Playgroup has commenced for the year and runs weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school term. To register your child, please contact School Administration.

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