Dear Team,

In this week's newsletter, please find our latest updates and important information, including:

Special Shout-out
Update on Staff, Recruitment and reminders
Upcoming Events
- Parents’ Coffee Morning
- Student-Led Conferences
- Open Day for New Families
Section Stories
Practical Information
- Preparation for school break
- Access to school during the break
- Biweekly e-mail for Middle and Secondary
Act Together
- News from the Library
- News from the Kitchen

About this space

This space is for colleagues, by colleagues — it’s not from the management, it’s from the team, for the team. It’s about valuing what we are together, recognizing the effort, care, and presence. If you’d like to thank a colleague, this is the place. It will be published in the next newsletter.

Shout out

“A big shout-out to Ricardo Limão! Thank you for the generous, helpful, proactive and cooperative way you approach every request for help. Thank you for always being open to ideas, for discussing solutions, and for helping make everything possible. A special thank you for the beautiful structures you built for the Art exhibition — they look amazing and will be used for many exhibitions in the future. Thank you for everything, Ricardo!” (From Sara Prudêncio and Arts Department)

“A big thank you to the team supporting Milo in managing his diabetes — David Santiago, Nathalia Silva, Cláudia Branco, Inês Fragoso, Joana Xardoné and everyone involved — for their care, dedication and constant support.” (From TfD)

“Our warmest recognition to Preschool for the “Investigadores” exhibition and the “Sonhadores” play, full of creativity and enthusiasm.” (From TfD)

“We thank the Middle School and the Choir for the inspiring Arts exhibition and musical performance.” (From TfD)

Shoutout to Teatro dos Conquistadores — where three students wrote the play and the whole class brought it to life for the parents! (From TfD)

“A special thank you to Liz Nash, Kate Tingley and the whole department for organising Book Week, celebrating a love of reading.” (From TfD)

“We highlight the excellent work of the PE department in organising the school tournament.” (From TfD)

“Congratulations to Chloe Jenden, Niki Botes, Alexa Laryea, Liz Nash and Kate Tingley for the fantastic School Play.” (From TfD)

“Thank you to Diogo Santos, Stephen Hakim and the team for their work on MUN, encouraging critical thinking and debate.” (From TfD)

“Congratulations to Rita Rovisco, Guilherme Benssassy, Maria Carvalho and Carolina Lourenço for the amazing Primary shadow theatres.” (From TfD)

“We recognise the dedication of all teachers who continue to promote active, project-based learning, creating truly inspiring experiences.” (From TfD)

RECRUITMENT

At Aprendizes, we believe that every member of our team is the best person to identify and recommend future colleagues.

We always have open positions available on both our LinkedIn page and the “Work With Us” section of our website, so please feel free to share them with anyone you believe might be a great fit.

For the next school year (26/27) we will need:

History and Geography for Middle School
History/Global Perspectives/Sociology for Middle School and Secondary
English Language and Literature Teacher for Secondary

We inform that occupational health appointments are being sent by email. Please check your inbox. Attendance confirmation is mandatory and appointments are a priority. They will be charged even if missed, so avoid unjustified absences. We count on everyone.

PARENTS’ COFFEE MORNING

On Friday, 17 April 2026, Aprendizes will host a Parents’ Coffee Morning from 8:45 to 9:45. This informal gathering offers a welcoming space for open conversation, idea sharing, and discussion about students’ progress, while strengthening communication and staying connected about upcoming school activities and events.

STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES

Primary Student-Led Conferences will take place in person at school, with parents and the teacher, on April 21st, 2026.These 30-minute meetings give s udents the opportunity to lead the conversation, share their learning journey since the 3-Way Conferences, and reflect on their next steps in Academic Learning, Engagement, and Personal Development. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Please note that there will be no primary classes that day.

Booking details and all key information will be shared by email.

OPEN DAY FOR NEW FAMILIES

We are delighted to invite new families to our Open Day on April 24th, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM. Come and meet our Head of School and Academic Director, visit the section of your choice and discover our educational vision in action.

Registration is required. If you know families who might be interested, encourage them to contact the school — a few spots are still available in some classes!

TOGETHER FOR A WEEK FULL OF STORIES

Aprendizes celebrated Book Week with activities across all grades, including student book displays, a banned books exhibition, creative writing, theatre performances, storytelling sessions, and an author visit. The week ended with a whole-school reading rave, bringing the community together to celebrate the joy of reading.

A TOURNAMENT FULL OF SPIRIT AND DEDICATION

Our girls’ basketball and boys’ football teams from grades 3–10 shone at the LASA tournament, showing dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Special congratulations to our 3rd and 4th grade girls’ basketball team for taking first place — a fantastic achievement that shines alongside the incredible effort of all our teams!

A MODERN TWIST ON “AS YOU LIKE IT”

Students from Grades 5–7 performed a modern version of As You Like It at SMUP on 20th March. The Middle School Drama Club delivered two excellent shows, showcasing creativity, teamwork, and dedication. Their hard work resulted in engaging performances that brought a fresh, lively perspective to Shakespeare’s classic.

CREATIVITY ON DISPLAY: MIDDLE ART EXHIBITION

Middle School students showcased drawings, experiments, and ideas developed throughout the year, highlighting creativity, persistence, and learning through making. The exhibition opened with a choir performance and ran for one week.

CELEBRATING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AT MUN

Over the weekend, our students earned top honours at the regional MUN, winning Best Speaker in the Economic and Social Council and Best Delegate in the Security Council. Their skill, dedication, and confidence showcased our school’s commitment to academic excellence and leadership.

GRADE 10 STUDENTS COMPLETE MORRISBY VOCATIONAL ASSESSMENT

Grade 10 students completed the Morrisby vocational assessment, analysing aptitudes, interests, and personality traits. From 2 March, they began one-to-one feedback sessions with teacher Victor Felippe. With this guidance, students interpret results to support A Level choices and future pathways, fostering self-awareness and informed decision-making.

PREPARATION FOR SCHOOL BREAK

All are asked to leave classrooms and shared spaces tidy, organized, and clear of materials before the school break, to support cleaning. Everyone’s cooperation is essential to maintain proper conditions, as is customary.

ACCESS TO SCHOOL DURING THE BREAK

Anyone needing to access the school or use the facilities during the school break must inform Teresa Cruz and Ricardo Limão in advance by e-mail. Prior notice is required to ensure organization, safety, and the proper functioning of the spaces.

BIWEEKLY COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS – MIDDLE AND SECONDARY

From the third term onwards, e-mail communication with parents of Middle and Secondary will be sent on a biweekly basis.

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY

As George R. R. Martin said, reading allows us to live many lives. Inspired by this idea, the library is launching a project this month, with the help of Father Allan Nascimento, to encourage reading, featuring books selected for all year groups.

Visit the library and discover our suggestions. You can also use the Reader Support Service: tell us what you enjoy reading or what you are curious to explore, and we will recommend the ideal book for you. Contact: library@aprendizes.pt.

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