TOKSAVE - Lihir International School

Term 1, Week 10, 2020

From the Principal

Thank you to all the parents and carers for the encouragement and positive feedback over the past week. Teachers are working hard preparing for remote teaching in Term 2. This will happen in various forms. The Learning Packs that have been collected by all students essentially have the work for the first 4 weeks of Term 2. Please ensure students do not start work over the holiday break, but wait until term 2.

 These Learning Packs will be supported through regular contact to parents and students by the teachers through various means - text messgaes, email, Skype, WhatsApp, Messenger etc. Please let your child's teacher know the best way to make contact with you and your child.

We are currently developing an online learning environment (virtual classroom) using Google Classroom for the students to use. In the virtual classroom, students will be able to watch clips, access more resources and be able to chat with teachers and other students. Students who do not have access to the internet will be catered for. Please let your child's teacher know if they will not have reliable internet access.

There is a link to an Introduction to Google Classroom below. Please note, we will send through student logins at a later date. Logins are delayed due to the number of school currently moving to remote learning.

Mr. Neville

Introduction to Google Classroom for parents


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Teachers preparing for remote learning in Term 2 - thanks LIS teachers!

Advice for parents from Education Queensland

Students collecting Term 2 Remote Learning Packs!

From the Deputy Principal

The start of next term and 'learning at home' may at times seem a little overwhelming for parents, but please be assured that our teachers are committed to continuing student learning and supporting parents. 

This is a good example of being 'life-long learners' as we, the teachers, have had to learn how to create virtual classrooms. It has been quite an interesting week for us and I think students will enjoy this opportunity to experience on-line learning.

Please see attached a parent letter about 'Working with your children at home' that outlines some strategies and other activities that you can enjoy with your child/ren. 

Also, please do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher if you have any questions or concerns.

I wish all families a safe and happy Easter break.

Working with your children at home


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P&W

P&W planned events are postponed until further notice.

2020 Term Dates

Term 1: 27th January – 2nd April 

Term 2: 20th April – 18th June

Term 3: 13th July – 17th September 

Term 4: 5th October – 3rd December 

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