The Lister Weekly Update #9
November 15th, 2023
Parent Drop-In Sessions
Lister is a community school, and we are committed to working with families to ensure that we support all our pupils. We want them to be safe and happy learners.
Further to the message in last week’s parent mail out, the schedule for this academic year’s parent sessions are as follows:
Session Date 1-Managing challenging behaviour at home including using G4S Thursday 25th Jan 2-Safeguarding including E-safety and Mental Health Thursday 7th March 3-Exam revision and home learning including reading Thursday 2nd May 4-The Curriculum and options, Post 16 and Careers Thursday 20th June
Sessions will run from 3.30-4.30pm, the first part of the session will be an opportunity for staff to share their expertise and the second half will be an opportunity for parents to speak with the Headteacher and other senior leaders. The exception to this timing is Thursday 25th January where two sessions will run, one at 2.15-3.00pm and one at 3.15-4.00pm.
We look forward to meeting with you on this date. If you are unable to attend but would like to speak to the Interim Headteacher, please do contact the school.
Student Opportunities' Bulletin
Please note that the student opportunities bulletin can be found on all students house Google Classroom and is regularly updated with free and exciting opportunities. Currently we are offering the chance to compete in a wide range of sports clubs, as well as a chance to take part in a wide range of after school clubs.
If you are interested in careers' guidance, we have support and information in the bulletin. We also offer advice on mental health and citizenship competitions on creating a design for the plinth in Trafalgar Square. At Lister, we are always aiming for excellence and developing interests in after school clubs is definitely part of being an excellent student.
Electing a new Parent Governor
House Ethos
Last week our assemblies encouraged students to reflect on how they can define success for themselves this calendar year and how they can embody their house characteristics. These characteristics are unique to each house and relate to the namesake of the houses. Therefore, Da Vinci house has characteristics which reflect the creative genius who was Da Vinci, whereas King will reflect the sense of equality and justice that drove Martin Luther King Jnr in his quest to improve the world for African Americans.
Please do ask your child about what their house characteristics are.
