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R E D E E M E R ’ S
Redemption Term
23.02. 2015
MID TERM EDITION
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I N T E R N AT I O N A L
S C H O O L
NEWSLETTER
MONDAY, 23RD FEB., 2015 | MID TERM EDITION (REDEMPTION TERM)
RAISING
KIDS GOD’S WAY
Our Vision
KIDS GOD’S WAY
M A RY F A I RC H I L D
My parents were the single-most important factor in leading me to pursue a relationship with Jesus
Christ. Without applying any pressure, their examples of godly living and genuine transformation
made me want to know more about God, read the Bible, attend church, and eventually ask Jesus
Christ to be the Lord of my life. Since I have not had the experience of raising children, I asked Karen
Wolff, of Christian-Books-for-Women.com to write this article with me. Karen is the mother of two
grown children. We offer this guide as a simple, practical starting place for learning how to pass on
your faith to your children.
To train children in the
way of the Lord,
arresting a generation
of children that are
God fearing leaders
who will impact their
generation positively
for the Lord.
Raising Kids God's Way - Passing on Your Faith to Your Children
Where is that instruction manual on raising kids? You know, the one the hospital gives you just
before you leave with your new baby? What do you mean, there isn't one? Raising a child is such an
important, seriously sobering task, it should at least come with a manual, don't you think?
What do you suppose this instruction manual would look like? Can't you just see it? It would contain
some great categories like, "How to Stop the Whining," and "How to Get Your Kids to Listen When
You Talk." Christian parents face just as many obstacles as non-Christians in raising kids. When you
add all the distractions and the pressures in today's world, Christian parenting becomes even more
than a challenge. A huge part of that challenge is passing on your faith to kids whose priorities are
more focused on video games, sporting events, and the latest trends in clothes. And let's not forget
to mention peer pressure and media pressure that offers temptations to kids to do drugs, drink
alcohol and get involved sexually. Today's kids face an overall absence of godly examples and
moral living in a society that is moving toward "freedom from religion" instead of "freedom of
religion.” But the good news is that there are things you can do to raise godly kids and even share
your faith with them along the way.
Living Your Faith
First, as a parent you must live out your faith in your own life. It is impossible to give away
something you don't have. Kids can spot a phony from a mile away. They're looking for the real deal
from their parents. Living your faith can start with simple things, like showing love, kindness, and
generosity. If your kids see you finding ways to "be a blessing," it will become a natural and normal
way of life for them too.
Sharing Your Faith
Second, start sharing your faith early in the lives of your kids. Being a part of an active Christian
church shows your kids that you think spending time with God is important. Make it a point to let
them hear you talk about the great things happening in the church. Let them hear how much you've
been helped by being in the midst of people with similar beliefs who pray for you and you for them.
Sharing your faith also means reading the Bible with your children in a way that causes it to come
alive for them. Find age appropriate Bible resources and lessons to incorporate into your familyfun times, as well as your child's education. Make family devotions and Bible reading a priority in
your weekly schedule.
...TO BE CONTINUED IN THE NEXT EDITION
Our Mission
To equip children to
achieve all round
excellence.
To fully develop our
children academically,
spiritually, emotionally
and physically.
To produce children
who are principled
and determined to
make right choices,
applying God's word
to daily living.
To develop leaders
who will influence their
communities positively
for the Lord.
CALENDAR AND DIARY
FOR
RIS NEWSLETTER
PG TWO
2014 / 2015SESSION 2014 / 2015
ADMISSION
2014/2015 CALENDAR
2ND TERM
REDEMPTION TERM - 12 WEEKS
WED 7TH JANUARY, 2015
RESUMPTION
THURS 12TH & FRI, 13TH FEB. 2015
MON.2ND –FRI. 6TH FEB. 2015
CONT. ASSESS. TEST 2. (WK. 5)
WED. 11TH FEB.2015
PIF(8-9AM) AND OPEN DAY(9AM-2PM)
THURS. 12TH & FRI. 13TH FEB 2015
MID-TERM BREAK
MON. 23RD - FRI. 27TH FEB.2015
MID - TERM
CONT. ASSESS. TEST 3. (WK 8)
THURS. 26TH MAR., 2015
MON. 9TH - FRI. 13TH MAR., 2015
END OF TERM
REVISION WEEK
FRIDAY, 3RD APRIL, 2015
EXAM WEEK
SUNDAY, 5TH APRIL, 2015
CORRECTION OF EXAM SCRIPTS
GOOD FRIDAY
MON.16TH –THURS. 19TH MAR. 2015
FRI. 20TH MAR., 2015
EASTER SUNDAY
3RD TERM
OVERCOMER’S TERM - 13 WEEKS
TUES 21ST APRIL, 2015
MON. 23RD MAR., 2015
TUES. 24TH MAR., 2015
EASTER CLASS PARTY
PARENTS’ FRAGRANCE MEETING @8AM
THURS. 4TH AND FRI. 5TH JUNE, 2015
MID - TERM
THURS. 16TH JULY, 2015
END OF TERM
DIARY FOR REDEMPTION TERM
2014 / 2015
WED. 7TH JAN. 2015
REDEMPTION TERM BEGINS
SCHOOL RESUMES @ 7.30AM
WED. 7TH JAN. 2015
Admissions are still on-going for the
2014/2015 session into some Nursery
and Primary classes. Encourage
friends and family members to enroll
their children for 'a Godly heritage'.
HOLIDAY FOR PUPILS
WED. 25TH MAR., 2015
RESUMPTION
IN PROGRESS
THURS. 26TH MAR., 2015
EASTER CONCERT BY
LOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL
SCHOOL OFFICE CLOSES
FOR EASTER BREAK
FRI. 3RD APRIL, 2015
GOOD FRIDAY
SUN. 5TH & MON. 6TH APRIL, 2015
“And all thy children shall be taught of
the Lord and great shall be the peace
of thy children.” – Isaiah 54:13.
“Train up a child in the way he should
go, and when he is old he will not
depart from it” Prov. 22:6
EASTER SUNDAY & MONDAY
WED. 15TH APRIL, 2015
SCHOOL OFFICE OPENS
PARENTS' FRAGRANCE MEETING @ 8:30AM TUE. 21ST APRIL, 2015
OVERCOMER’S TERM BEGINS
MON. 12TH-FRI. 16TH JAN. 2015
PROJECT WORK FOR SECOND TERM
THIS CALENDAR IS SUBJECT TO
IS GIVEN (WK 2)
ADJUSTMENT AS MAY BE DURING THE
SUN. 18TH JAN. 2015
ACADEMIC YEAR
22ND ANNIVERSARY OF RIS
“And even as they did not like to retain
God in their knowledge, God gave
them over to a debased mind, to do
those things which are not fitting.”
Rom. 1:28
MON.19TH-FRI. 23RD JAN. 2015
CONT. ASSESS. TEST 1. (WK.3)
There is more to being intelligent or
clever.
The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of
wisdom.
TOPICS, MEMORY VERSES
AND BASIC ETIQUETTES FOR
REDEMPTION TERM
[MID HALF TERM]
WEEK EIGHT
TOPIC: USE HOSPITALITY ONE
TO ANOTHER
M.V. - Use hospitality one to another.
1PET. 4:9
B.E. - WAIT FOR YOUR TURN
WEEK NINE
TOPIC: WALK IN THE LIGHT,
AS HE IS THE LIGHT
M.V. - And have no fellowship with the
unfruitful works of darkness, but rather
reprove them. EPH. 5:11
B.E. - BE POLITE
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M.V. - Two men shall be in the field; the
one shall be taken, and the other left.
LUKE 17:36
B.E. - LEARN TO SMILE
WEEK ELEVEN
TOPIC: EXCEEDING GREAT AND
PRECIOUS PROMISES
M.V. - But hath in due times manifested
his word through preaching, which is
committed unto me according to the
commandment of God our Saviour.
TITUS 1:3
WEEK TWELVE
TOPIC: YIELD YOURSELVES
UNTO GOD
M.V. - Neither yield ye your members as
instruments of unrighteousness unto
sin: but yield yourselves unto God
ROM. 6:13a
Parents / Guardians are reminded that braids and
attachments are not allowed. Pupils who wear
braids and attachments would have letters sent
home to their parents. They may also be barred
from partaking in any school activity. Full
compliance is solicited and assumed. Thank you.
MOTIVATIONAL QUOTES
FUNNY
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
M.V. - “Separate yourselves from
among this congregation, that I
may consume them in a moment.”
NUM. 16:21
WEEK TEN
TOPIC: THE RAPTURE
VERY
WEEK SEVEN
TOPIC: SEPARATE YOURSELF
THE FOLLOWING DIALOGUE
TOOK PLACE BETWEEN THE
DIRECTOR AND THE ACTOR
ON A MOVIE LOCATION
A LION WAS ALSO INVOLVED
DIRECTOR. The next scene. It will
be a motion scene.
ACTOR. Okay.
DIRECTOR. As outlined in the script,
you will be on the run with the lion
behind you [Director points to lion].
ACTOR. Yes. I can see that.
DIRECTOR. Please keep running
until you are told to stop.
ACTOR. Has the lion read the script?
Please be sure the lion understands
the script well enough.
DIRECTOR. Its alright. Are you ready
for the scene?
ACTOR. Am still thinking.
Character is the real formation of all worthwhile success. John Hays Hammond
All your dreams can come through if you have the courage to pursue them. Walt Arsney
RIS NEWSLETTER
PG THREE
IMPORTANT
ANNOUNCEMENT
Parents / Guardians are hereby informed that our approach to ICT has changed from a
blend of theory and practicals to wholesome practical class. All assessments henceforth
will be based on practical work done by the pupils. The change in approach is
necessitated by the need to comply with the requirement of developing 21st
century pupils and is also what the curriculum demands
MONITORS
FOR
2014/2015
SESSION
OGBODO CHIDIEBERE
Head Boy
ODDIRI JOSEPH Deadline for submission of ICT project is as stated below:
 Monday, 23rd - Friday, 27th February, 2015 [Week 8]
Please note that no project will be accepted beyond the given deadline. Parents are
advised to adhere strictly.
Asst. Head Boy
Taking of pictures and coverage at our concerts are henceforth disallowed. Interested
parents / guardians who want copies of our concerts and other events should book
after the programmes.
Asst. Head Girl
SUGGESTION BOX: Parents and pupils are hereby implored to use this medium to air any
grievance or make suggestions on issues they want management to be aware of or to
address. Be assured that all complaints and suggestions would be treated as urgent.
COMMON ENTRANCE EXAMINATION: Parents of our Class Six pupils are hereby notified
that Common Entrance Examination has been fixed for Saturday, March 21st, 2015.
EXTENSION OF BREAK TIME: Effective from this second half term Management has
decided to extend pupils’ break time by 10 minutes. This is to allow pupils have more
time to play and eat. Consequently, school will close at 2:10pm and After Hours will run
from 2:10pm - 2:45pm and lessons will hold from 2:45pm - 3:45pm. Nursery School is
not affected by this change
KUMAPAYI TONILOBA
Head Girl
BANJO TAMILORE
ONYEKAOZULU NMESOMA
Time Keeper
ORJI CHIWENDU
Asst. Time Keeper
Assembly Monitors
IKECHUKWU ADAEZE
ADENIJI DEBORAH
AKERELE JESUTONI
OGUNDANA NIAYOMI
We pray that they will be leaders
indeed in Jesus name.
BUG CLUB: This is to inform our esteemed parents / guardians that we are in the
process of renewing our subscription. We shall get you informed as soon as this
process is completed. We appreciate your understanding.
EDEXCEL CURRICULUM: We are in the process of integrating the Edexcel Curriculum.
We expect this to take effect fully next session. Thank you.
LIBRARY: Parents/Guardians are hereby informed that pupils have no separate
exercise books for library lessons, words spelt during library lessons are written by pupils
in their Spelling Bee exercise books.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Parents/Guardians are reminded that The Head of School would not endorse
common entrance form for pupils in Class 5. We encourage our pupils to complete
primary education to enable them meet the challenges ahead. Thank you.
Mathematics
Mathematics is an art
A subject with a heart
Elegant in its approach
Aesthetic in its expression
Consistent yet commutative
Influential and authoritative
The backbone of designs
And framework of inventions
Cuts across all fields
Used by men of all fields
Science of number
Created by the Creator
“The most interesting subject”
P I E C E B Y : O L U S A N YA O L U G O S I
IMPORTANT
NOTICE
Parents / Guardians of Class 5 Pupils are
hereby notified that from next session,
Common Entrance Examination will be
compulsory for all Class 6 Pupils. Cost of
same would be included in the Second
Term school fees. Your cooperation and
understanding are solicited. Thank you.
REGISTRATION
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Alumnus of RIS should visit
www.risapaparoad.o
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network with other registered
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RIS NEWSLETTER
GRIEVANCE
PG FOUR
PROCEDURE
PLEASE BE
It is not out of place to feel that
something that has been done is
unfair. To help us resolve disputes we
would like to bring to your notice the
grievance procedure in the school.
Please avoid any open confrontation
with your child's teacher or
classmate(s).
THAT:
Anything related to your child's work or
performance should first and foremost
be discussed with your child's class
teacher. If you are not satisfied please
see the sectional head of your child's
section. If you are not satisfied, see the
deputy head of school and if you are
still not satisfied, you can see the head
of school.
Where the issue is related to finance
please see the school bursar, Mrs.
Babalola. You can also write your
complaint in the complaints book in
the bursar's office. The senior
management consists of:
MRS. OLUWATADE
NURSERY SCHOOL SECTIONAL HEAD
08033431796
MRS. AZEEZ
LOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL SECTIONAL HEAD
08023288594
MRS. NWABULUE
UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOL SECTIONAL HEAD
08032054042
MRS. BABALOLA
SCHOOL BURSAR
08067057912
MRS. ASIMI
DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL
08023168818
MS. OWOLANA
HEAD OF SCHOOL
08033227678
Please do not bottle up issues, we run
an open door policy. You can come in
to see the head of school on Thursdays.
Feel free to walk in anytime on this day.
We appreciate your corrections,
complaints and encouragements; we
believe they will help us serve you
better.
REMINDED
 Only light foods are allowed as breakfast /
lunch for pupils in school. Parents / guardians
should please note that solid foods are not
allowed.
 Birthday parties are celebrated in RIS with only cake
and packet drinks or drinks in plastic bottles.
Drinks in breakable bottles and clowns are not
allowed. Party packs, snacks etc. outside what
has been specified above are not permitted
for staff and pupils.
 Pupils are allowed to bring cooked food to school
but only Nursery pupils’ food will be microwaved,
so parents are implored to have their food in
microwaveable containers.
 Nursery school pupils are not allowed to put beads
in their hair, ribbons are allowed.
 The back gate is open between 7am and 8.30am
and 1.30pm – 3.30pm to ease traffic at the front
end of the school.
 All pupils are to come in the morning through the
Walkway
 A fee of N500.00 is paid per family whenever a
child /children is/are picked from 4:31pm.
 Braids or use of attachment is not allowed. Girls'
hair should be neatly plaited and boys' hair
cropped.
 Vehicles are not allowed in the compound. All
children are dropped at the entrance of the
walkway. The very little Nursery school pupils are
escorted to their classes by RIS Staff at the gate.
 Parents should pick their children and leave
promptly to make space available for others at the
car park.
 Passport pictures of people picking your
child/children should be submitted a week before
the salvation term of each session begins.
 When there is a change in who is picking your
child, please notify the school through a letter with
the picture of the new person attached.
 Parents are not allowed in the classroom blocks
from 7:45am.
SIGNED: __________________
A/P OLUFUNKE OWOLANA
HEAD OF SCHOOL, RIS APAPA