February 2023
Newsletter Principal’s Welcome Welcome to the first newsletter in 2023. I hope you all enjoy reading about just some of the wider experiences our students have been able to access this half term. All such experiences, we believe, contribute towards developing knowledge and understanding of the wider curriculum and impact on their overall academic achievement.
and find out what they’re really passionate about.
At this midway point in the academies year it’s hoped that during the half term break students will take a moment to reflect on the year so far, identifying ways that they might further broaden their horizons and knowledge of the wider world. They might also enjoy taking time I have particularly enjoyed seeing students to read a book from our learning resource taking part in extra curriculum activities some centre or online library, or get creative at the of whom have achieved recognition in their Young Artist’s Summer Show to support their field at competitions outside of the Academy. own mental wellbeing. It’s about amazing experiences outside the classroom, that broaden horizons and build confidence, independence and resilience – character traits that can support mental wellbeing and prepare students for the workplace and beyond. Recent research with businesses highlighted activities and experiences that they think are vital for building character. They range from volunteering to digital detoxing, travelling to campaigning, they’ll help students discover people and places, gain new skills, challenge themselves
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
• Holocaust Memorial Day Service • Gymnastics Club & Competition • Leyland Trucks Visit • Forest School • Safer Internet Day • P.E. Student of the Term • Cross Country • Y8 Social Media Research
Lostock Hall Academy Vision 2022-23 LHA will be the local secondary provider of choice. We will equip all our learners with the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to achieve their full potential in a safe, stimulating and supportive environment. Educating the future, Academy students will be proud to achieve a successful career path through transition into work or training in all walks of adult life.