News
Anzac Day
25th of April | Staff and students represented our school at the West Tamar and Launceston City ANZAC ceremonies. Remembering our past, present, and fallen Australian Defence Force personnel with fellow schools and members of our local community is an honoured tradition at LCS. Wreaths were laid by our representatives in Launceston and Beaconsfield.
Jon Madin Workshop
2nd of May | Our Year 3 and 4 students experienced a fantastic opportunity to participate in a Jon Madin Workshop. Students were captivated as Jon showed them how to play wacky instruments, marimbas and drums.
Throughout the day, the students engaged in musical learning experiences with Jon. After lunch, the Junior School gathered in the PAC to enjoy watching the students perform the songs they had learnt with Jon.
Founder's Morning Tea
4th of May | It was a privilege to welcome our Founding Members and their families for morning tea today. This annual event is a special time where we can share memories of where we have come from, and to also present to them the school's exciting plans for the future.
The Founding Members’ example of commitment to Christian Education in the Launceston community is ongoing.
Nurturning Resilience in the Secondary School
5th of May | Students from Year 7 to 10 were blessed to be able to hear from two guest speakers who were visiting Tasmania to help with the Resilient Kids Conference.
Sharon Witt- is a Christian author, speaker and educator. As well as writing numerous books for children and teenagers on growing up, wellbeing and resilience, she often appears on television and radio as a guest commentator about issues impacting on young people, parenting and education. The focus of her session was on Resilience and Wellbeing.
Nathan "Dubsy" Want is a dynamic youth speaker and author. He is passionate about helping young people navigate the inescapable moments that will come in their lifetime through sharing stories, sharing insightful and providing practical tools. The focus of his session was on Social Media.
World's Greatest Shave
10th of May | Students and spectators gathered in the quadrangle at lunch time to cheer on our team of volunteers for the World's Greatest Shave. The LCS Team have raised almost $7,000 so far, and this money will be donated to help beat blood cancer. This event was organised and led by members of our Student Leadership Council.
And, to cap it all off, our Secondary School students enjoyed a BBQ lunch, cooked by our wonderful SLC. The funds raised from this will also be donated to the Leukemia Foundation. Well done to all the participants!
Click here to donate: Launceston Christian School | World's Greatest Shave | Leukaemia Foundation
Student's Sporting Achievements
NETBALL | During the Term 1 break, Year 12 students Esther and Eunice Kidmas represented the Tasmanian State U19 Team at the National Netball Championships in Darwin. This event provides many opportunities to developing athletes, and Esther and Eunice’s effort and passion is a wonderful example to our students at LCS. Esther and Eunice are also helping to mentor our school’s netball teams this season.
The U19 Tasmanian Team finished 6th. Congratulations, Esther and Eunice!
FOOTBALL | Senior School students Austin Marshall and Alex Short have recently returned from the United Kingdom. The students were given the incredible opportunity to receive coaching and to train with West Ham United and the Bolton Wanderers. Over the two weeks, Austin and Alex also played three games against the team's academy teams and watched five professional games.
The two students' journey towards this exciting trip began when they attended a West Ham United Regional Camp in Launceston last year. At the camp, they were selected to participate in the National Camp on the Gold Coast last September. While at the National Camp, Austin and Alex and only a few others were chosen to go to the United Kingdom.
Congratulations, Austin and Alex!
From the Wellbeing Unit
From time to time we become aware of excellent resources we can recommend to you.
Currently the government eSafety Commission is promoting their Parent Information around Respectful Relationships. You can access both student and parent resources/videos at esafetynews@esafety.gov.au and follow the links to topics such as;
- Setting up parental controls
- Digital technologies and mental health
- Cyberbullying and online drama
- Online sexual harassment and image-based abuse
As always Wellbeing staff, Michael and Angela can be contacted through the school office or email
2023 Tuition Fees
Fee notices were emailed to parents before students commenced, with payment due by the end of February. If you haven’t already done so, please pay your family’s fees by Bpay or to the School office. If you would like to pay in instalments and haven’t already arranged a Direct Debit or other payment plan, please contact Jenny on 63272854 or hepherj@lcs.tas.edu.au.
A reminder that all new uniform purchases must be paid in full prior to collection, and are no longer permitted to be added to School Fee accounts.
Uniform Matters
POLO EXCHANGE
Please be advised that if you have a faulty polo you have until the end of Term 2 to exchange it.
Uniform Shop Hours:
Monday to Friday: 8.30-9.30am
Wednesday: 1.30pm-3.30pm
LCS Uniform Policy - Shoes
Designated sports shoes only.
Itinerant Music Teachers 2023
LCS has a number of instrument teachers who take students for individual lessons at school during school hours. This is an excellent way to learn an instrument and can help students make much faster progress on their instrument. It is recommended that student’s seriously contemplating studying music from grades 9 onwards definitely consider having some private instrument tuition to further their overall music advancement. Any student in grades 5 – 8 who are serious about starting an instrument should also have lessons in order to learn crucial proper technique early in their playing life.
Students continuing lessons from last year will be individually contacted by their teachers to organise lessons for the year.
If you would like your child to start having lessons this year, please email Mr Stewart (stewartp@lcs.tas.edu.au) and include the following details;
- Students name:
- Class:
- Instrument to have lessons on:
- Contact phone number:
- Your contact details (phone and email)
This will be passed on to a relevant teacher who will contact you for further details.
We currently have teachers available for the following instruments:
- Piano/keyboard
- Clarinet/saxophone and Flute
- Guitar
- Bass
- Brass (trumpet etc)
- Voice
- Drums
LCS Volunteer Application Form
At LCS, we believe in the importance of fostering a positive, supportive community. We believe that parents and community members are essential partners in achieving this goal, and we would like to invite you to consider volunteering at LCS. We welcome your involvement if you have a specific skill or talent to share or simply want to lend a helping hand.
If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the form below and return it to the Office/email it to kibbelm@lcs.tas.edu.au together with the required documentation.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to Monica Kibbel at kibbelm@lcs.tas.edu.au
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you.
Notice From Food Technology Department
The Food Technology Department would like to encourage anyone with excess produce in their gardens or orchards to consider donating them to our Food Preservation Unit.
Donating your excess produce not only helps reduce waste, but also provides a valuable learning opportunity for our students. If you would like to donate, please contact Michelle Reid at reidm@lcs.tas.edu.au
Infectious Illnesses update
Student Bus Travel Expectations
Note for the office
ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE
Communication regarding a student’s absence needs to come via the school office. This information will then be passed on to the student’s teachers. Parents are asked where possible to telephone the school or email the office in advance when a student will be absent. If you subscribe to the mobile app, The Hub you can also lodge an electronic absentee form which will reach the office immediately. The school telephone number is (03) 6327 2854 and email is office@lcs.tas.edu.au
Students who are late must sign in at the school office. Students will be issued a ‘late pass’ that must be presented to their teacher. Students who sign in ‘late’ must have a note of explanation from home. Three unexplained late arrivals will result in a detention.
Yr11/12 students that have a study period in the morning and do not attend Class Teacher must sign in at the office as soon as they arrive at school, if students have not signed in whole day absences will be on their record. Yr 11/12 students may leave the school grounds during study periods, however they are required to sign out and back in at the office. This is important, particularly in the case of an emergency, so students can be accounted for by the staff and emergency services.
Written permission is required to leave the school grounds during school hours (except Year 11 & 12). Students are to meet parents at the office. All students must use the sign out folder at the student counter in the main office. When students return to school, they should report to the student counter in the main office and sign in.
If families intend to be absent from school due to extended holidays (3 days or more), parents need to fill out in advance an Application for Extended Leave for Travel form, found under the Parents and Students/Downloads & Policies tab on our website: www.lcs.tas.edu.au(Please see Extended Leave Policy on next pages)
MEDICATION
Should your child need to take prescribed medication at school please inform the school office. All medication, both prescription and over the counter medication, needs to be in original packaging and labelled with clear dosage instructions (prescription medication needs dosage instructions from a registered medical practitioner) and must be administered at the school office and students are not permitted to carry medication at school. Medical forms are sent home at the beginning of each school year and parents are able to indicate whether they give permission for paracetamol to be administered if required.
UNIFORM
Students who are not in correct uniform, wrong jacket or coloured socks etc must get a uniform pass from the office. A note of explanation should be provided by parents. Three uniform non compliances, without parent explanation, will result in a detention.
Parking Policy
