Galaxy International School Weekly Newsletter

Welcome Back to School: This year we hope to foster active,inclusive and fun learning experiences for our students.

Greetings and welcome to the start of a new academic year at Galaxy International School Uganda. We trust that your summer was a restful one and that you are ready for the exciting learning opportunities that lie ahead. As we prepare to welcome back our students, teachers, staff, and parents, we are excited about the sense of rejuvenation that comes with new beginnings.

Our unwavering commitment to provide an exceptional education for every student remains unchanged. We aim to cultivate an environment that fosters curiosity, celebrates diversity, and nurtures unique talents. To our new students, we extend a warm welcome to the GISU family and anticipate the journey ahead. We recognize the value of parent and guardian partnerships and look forward to building strong bonds together. Let us create lasting memories, cultivate meaningful friendships, and lay the foundation for a successful academic year.We hope to see you next week on Monday, August 21, 2023, as we toast to a fantastic year of growth and learning.

AS/A Level

IGCSE

SCHOOL FEES STRUCTURE

ACADEMIC YEAR 2023 - 2024

Service Bus

Please be informed that Bus services are available, kindly contact the Admissions office on +256781468000 | admissions@gisu.ac.ug to get your child a slot.

Uniform School

Uniforms for all class levels are available at the uniform stores on work days from 8: 00 am to 4: 00pm. We are looking forward to receiving and serving you.

Adventurous Journey to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar!

We are thrilled to announce that Year 10-13 Students have an upcoming Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar in Tanzania, scheduled from October 15th to 21st this year. This unique opportunity promises to be an enriching experience for your child, fostering teamwork, resilience, and cultural awareness.

The journey is priced at $1000 and includes an incredible itinerary of exploration, community engagement, and personal growth. Further details will be communicated via email and letters during the first week of the term. We encourage you to look out for these communications to learn more about the trip's objectives, safety measures, and logistical arrangements.

This expedition will undoubtedly leave lasting memories and valuable life skills. Thank you for supporting your child's participation in this remarkable adventure. Cost; 1,000 USD

Introducing German Language

Students from Year 7 to Year 9 will now have a choice to make, either to continue with French Language or switch to German Language as a core subject. The introduction of German comes with many benefits as will be shared with the students on day 1. Sign-up forms for a switch to German will be sent home for parents to consent.

TIME; 8:20 AM - 9:30 AM

Venue; U - Shaped Parking Area

Secondary Programme (After 9:30 AM)

ECA/DofE - Club Choices

Welcome Back to an Exciting Academic Year at Galaxy International School Uganda!

We hope this message finds you well and ready to embark on another enriching academic journey at Galaxy International School Uganda. As we gear up for the new academic year 2022-2023, we are thrilled to share some exciting updates and important information about our enhanced extracurricular activities program.

We are proud to announce that this year, we have made significant improvements to our extracurricular activities, aiming to provide an even more diverse and engaging experience for all our students. From sports to arts, community service to technology, our range of extracurricular options has been expanded to cater to a variety of interests and passions.

To give you a firsthand look at these wonderful opportunities, our dedicated coaches will be hosting an Extracurricular Activities Exhibition. This exhibition will showcase the various clubs and activities available for students to join. Following the exhibition, students will receive club forms that must be completed and returned promptly.

At Galaxy International School Uganda, we believe in efficiency and fairness in club allocation. Clubs will be assigned on a "fast come, fast serve" basis, ensuring that every student has an equal chance to secure their desired extracurricular activity. In the event that a club reaches its maximum capacity, students will have the option to choose from their second or third preference.

For any inquiries or assistance, our ECA and Events Office is here to help. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need support throughout the club selection process.

We are eagerly looking forward to an incredible year of learning, growth, and exploration together. Thank you for being a vital part of the Galaxy International School Uganda community.

Kind regards,

Kizito Joel ECA and Events Coordinator Galaxy International School Uganda

We are excited to announce the introduction of the Duke Mini and Duke Junior programs in the primary section of Galaxy International School. These engaging initiatives are designed to offer a transformative learning experience for our students.

Duke Mini and Duke Junior programs aim to foster a strong sense of community, aiding in the development of independence, self-sufficiency, and resilience. Through various challenges, students will not only earn badges and certificates but also cultivate vital life skills. These programs will

undoubtedly enhance their educational journey. We look forward to witnessing the growth and accomplishments of our young learners through these enriching opportunities.

Olivia Namusisi Mini/Junior Duke coordinator

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Elijah Opong William DofE Coordinator

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Parent LMS/SIS Training

This academic year we shall continue to use coolSIS as our school information system through which we shall share end of term academic reports, attendance and students behaviour records. We are glad to also notify you that we shall use EduPage as our learning management system to share academic plans and formative assessment records.

We invite you to attend our scheduled training sessions as indicated below to discuss how

best to use these platforms to follow up on your child's progress this academic year. Parents with children in primary school will also get details of some online resources to support learning at home.

Note that one session is online and the other is physical in school. Please choose to attend the most convenient.

Saturday 26th August

Parents training on use of GISU-Information and Learning management systems

We look forward to your participation in one of these important training sessions

Lost and found

This is to alert you that all lost and found items including school sweaters, water bottles, casual jumpers, towels, swimming costumes, shoes etc will be displayed near the front desk starting on the first day of school for one week. Please note that all items that are not retrieved by the end of the week will be up for donation excluding those with the school logo. Therefore we urge you all to come and take part in this exercise.

END OF YEAR REPORTS AND

Yearbook

We would like to kindly remind you that End of year report cards are available for pick up at the school front desk for parents who missed out on retrieving them during our previous PTC. More to that, year books for the previous academic year are also available at the front desk for 50,000 UGX.

2023 - 2024

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

2023 - 2024 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

TOTAL 37 WEEKS

TERM 1 / 16 WEEKS

AUG 8 - 9 / TEACHERS' ORIENTATION

AUG 10 - 11 / CPD

AUG 14 - 18 / TEACHERS' & HoD WORKSHOPS

AUG 21 / SCHOOL STARTS (TERM 1)

OCT 9 / INDEPENDENCE DAY

OCT 16 - 20 / HALF TERM 1 BREAK

DEC 7 - 13 /FINAL EXAMS

DEC 15 - PTC

DEC 15 - TERM 1 ENDS

DEC 25 - INT`L CHRISTMAS

JAN 1 - NEW YEAR

JAN 7 - ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS

TERM 2 / 11 WEEKS

JAN 8 / TERM 2 STARTS

JAN 26 / NRM LIBERATION DAY

FEB 12 - 16 / HALF TERM BREAK

FEB 16 / ARCHBISHOP J. L. MEMORIAL DAY

MAR 8 / INTERNATIONAL WOMENS' DAY

MAR 18 - 22 / FINAL EXAMS

MAR 28 / PTC

MAR 28 / TERM 2 ENDS

MAR 29 / GOOD FRIDAY

APR 1 / EASTER MONDAY

3 / 10 WEEKS

APR 8 / TERM 3 STARTS

APR 10 / IDD EL-FITR

APR 15 - 26 CHECKPOINTS EXAMS

MAY 1 / LABOR DAY

JUN 3 / MARTYRS' DAY

JUN 9 / NATIONAL HEROES' DAY

JUN 4 - 11 / FINAL EXAMS

JUN 14 / END OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR

JUN 15 / GRADUATION CEREMONY

JUN 16 / IDD AL-ADHUHA

JUN 17 - 18 / WORKSHOPS

JUN 19 / SOCIAL INTERACTION

Welcome Back to a Thrilling Academic Year 2023-2024 of Learning and Fun!

We hope this message finds you refreshed and excited for the start of a new academic year at Galaxy International School Uganda. As we gear up for the new term, we are thrilled to share some exciting updates for events and activities for this academic year. We are proud to announce that our Events team has been working tirelessly to bring you an array of engaging, educational, and enjoyable programmes throughout the year. Our primary goal is to provide students with opportunities to expand their horizons, enhance their learning experiences, and create memories that will stay with them well beyond their time at GISU. Get ready for an action-packed year filled with a diverse range of events, workshops, seminars, and activities designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning. From thought-provoking guest speakers to hands-on workshops that encourage creativity, our events will be a blend of education and enjoyment, tailored to meet the interests and aspirations of our dynamic

student body. Keep an eye out for our events announcements, as we unveil a calendar that promises something for everyone. We invite you to actively participate, engage, and take full advantage of the incredible opportunities that the Events team has in store. Should you have any questions, suggestions, or ideas on how we can enhance your experience, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our events to best suit the vision for an all round student. We are eagerly looking forward to a year filled with growth, discovery, and fun, and we can't wait to welcome you back to Galaxy International School Uganda for the academic year 2023-2024. Warm regards,

Kizito Joel Events Coordinator Galaxy International School Uganda https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E4rjQ8

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