EDUCATION WITH HEART THAT KNOWS NO BOUNDS
MARIST OBS ESTABLISHED 1924
family spirit | a passion for work | simplicity | presence | in the way of mary
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CONTENTS PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT Sport Photographs & Reports ..................................................146-160 Swim-A-Thon .................................................................................. 161 Extra Curricular Activities .............................................................. 162 Primary School Achievers ........................................................163-164 Parent Association.................................................................... 165-166 Teacher Appreciation Breakfast....................................................... 167
COLLEGE AFFAIRS Board of Governors........................................................................Pg 2 Head of College...................................................................................3 Admin & Pre-Primary Staff ................................................................4 Primary School Staff & College Positions...........................................5 High School Staff................................................................................6 Support & Three2Six Staff..................................................................7 Ethos Report ................................................................................... 8-9 Academic Mass .................................................................................10 Champagnat Day & Big Walk ......................................................... 11 Sacred Heart Day..............................................................................12 Confirmation ....................................................................................13 First Holy Communion................................................................ 14-15 Three2Six Education Project .......................................................16-17 Sacred heart Music Festival.......................................................... 18-19 Inter-House Athletics ..................................................................20-21
HIGH SCHOOL Principal’s Report ........................................................................... 169 Project Space Fleet .......................................................................... 170 Welcome & Farewells .............................................................. 171-173 Enviro Club ............................................................................. 174-175 Science Expo ............................................................................ 176-177 Arts Festival.............................................................................. 178-179 Bronze President’s Award ................................................................180 Silver President’s Award .................................................................. 181 Gold President’s Award ............................................................ 182-183 Art Exhibition .........................................................................184-190 High School Writing ............................................................... 191-201 RELO Week ...................................................................................202 Cultue Club ....................................................................................203 Drama .................................................................................... 204-206 Cultural Evening ............................................................................207 Cultural Awards & Activities ................................................. 208-229
PRE-PRIMARY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL Pre-Primary & Primary School.........................................................22 Principal’s Report ....................................................................... 23-24 Welcome, Farewell & Marriages........................................................25 Pre-Primary School ..................................................................... 26-29 The Crèche .................................................................................. 30-33 Yellow Group ....................................................................................34 Red Group ........................................................................................35 All children are artists ......................................................................36 Children at play ................................................................................37 Purple Group ....................................................................................38 Blue Group .......................................................................................39 Children at play .......................................................................... 40-41 Orange Group ............................................................................ 42-43 Brown Group .............................................................................. 44-45 Pink Group ................................................................................. 46-47 Pre-Primary Play ......................................................................... 48-49 Extra Murals ................................................................................50-51 Children at play ................................................................................52
HIGH SCHOOL SPORT High School Sport Report ..............................................................230 Cricket ..................................................................................... 231-232 Soccer ......................................................................................233-239 Netball .................................................................................... 240-243 Hockey ....................................................................................244-245 Tennis ..................................................................................... 246-247 Athletics ..................................................................................248-251 Cycling .................................................................................... 252-253 Basketball ................................................................................254-257 Swimming ...............................................................................258-265 Special Achievements .............................................................. 266-267
FOUNDATION PHASE Grade 1 ....................................................................................... 54-65 Grade 2 ....................................................................................... 66-81 Grade 3 ........................................................................................82-93
HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS Junior High Academics ..................................................................268 Senior High Academics ...........................................................269-271 Learner Leadership Council ....................................................272-273
Nelson Mandela Trust ......................................................................94 Book Characters ...............................................................................95 Rollerblade & Red & White Day ............................................... 96-97 Hooked on Books ....................................................................... 98-99 Mindworks ..............................................................................100-101 Heritage Day ..................................................................................102
Grade 7 ....................................................................................274-276 Grade 8 ....................................................................................277-280 Grade 9 ....................................................................................281-284 Grade 10 ..................................................................................285-288 Grade 11 ..................................................................................289-292
INTERMEDIATE PHASE Easter Retreat .................................................................................104 Grand Parents .................................................................................105 Intermediate Phase Production ................................................106-107
MATRICS 2015 Grade 12 Camp ..............................................................................293 Matric Profiles ........................................................................ 294-303 Matric Dance .......................................................................... 304-305 Valedictory Ceremony ............................................................ 306-309 From Pre-School to Matric ............................................................. 310
Grade 4 .................................................................................... 108-119 Grade 5 ....................................................................................120-129 Grade 6 ....................................................................................130-141
ALUMNI Melanie Trassierra .......................................................................... 312 Jarred Thompson ............................................................................ 313 Jo Glanville ..................................................................................... 314 Magdel van Rooyen (Fourie) .......................................................... 315 Barry Mayes .................................................................................... 316 Dorian Ball ..................................................................................... 317 Samuel Kinkead.............................................................................. 318
Grade 6 World Religion Exhibition .........................................142-143 Learner Leadership..........................................................................144
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BOARD OF GOVERNORS NAME Adrienne Egbers Angus Auchterlonie Benita Pavlicevic Catherin Smith Colin Northmore Dev Naidoo Farzana Areff
POSITION Marist Council Representative Member Chairperson Member Head of College Treasurer Member and Chairperson WOW sub committee Principal High School Marist Council Representative Member Member and Chairpeson PACE sub committee Director Marist Schools Council College Director of Ethos Principal Primary School Member College Bursar Member Member
Heather Blanckensee Brother Jude Pieterse Lele Ratsheko Lindiwe Ndlela Mike Greef Pam Paton-Mills Robyn Picas Rosario Lamparelli Terry Sawyer Veni Munien Zeyn Angamia
Chairperson’s Report At the end of my time as Board chairperson, I would like to say thank you: Thank you to all my fellow Board members, who have worked with me over the past six years. Each of you shared your special insights and considerable knowledge and experience when they were needed, helping to steer the College through some difficult years. Thank you for committing your time, attention and care to the governance of the College. Thank you to the Executive Team of the College for being the amazing leadership team that you are, and for your open engagement with the Board. Many of the suggestions made by the Board only became useful because of your willingness to test new ideas. Each of you has great integrity and leadership qualities and, as a team, I believe you are unstoppable. Thank you to the Marist Brothers and the Marist Schools Council for your presence on the Board, and for your unwavering support of the College, allowing it to be the truly creative and exceptional school that it is. Your ethos permeates the College and all the ways it functions, reflecting a deep commitment to the dignity of each individual in the College community. And mostly, thank you to all the children of Sacred Heart College, without whom there would be no school, and no reason to do any of this. Finally, welcome to the newer Board members. I am sure you will bring your own flavour and tone to the governance task. Being part of the College in this way is a challenging but deeply rewarding experience, and I wish you all the best going forward. Benita Pavlicevic We welcome the following members to the SHC Board of Governors in 2016: Greg van ESch Kefilwe Mogotsi Matseleng Mogodi Megan Rogers
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HEAD OF COLLEGE
On the first day of this year I walked arm in arm with my daughter to her classroom with tears running down my cheeks. She had reminded me that when she was in Grade 1, I used to walk her to her classroom every day. It was a very important part of the father-daughter ritual and relationship. We had our own little routine for parting company and the process reminded us how deeply we love one another without having to use words. As she got older the practice of walking her to class became less important until eventually we didn’t do it anymore. This is normal and we see it in many little ways in our school each day. Manufacturers have a concept called ‘built-in redundancy’. They want to make sure that you are required to spend more money on one of their products in the future and so they make sure that their product will only last for a specific time before breaking down. Teachers, who truly do their jobs properly and professionally, want to teach in such a way that eventually their students no longer need them. If children are afraid to leave Sacred Heart, or still need the affirmation and support they get from teachers by the time they get to Matric, then we have not done our jobs properly. South Africa (and the world) has become a place that is infinitely more dangerous and exciting for our children. I heard a principal at a conference make the point that we strive to ensure that children are protected from risk and the consequences of their actions, sometimes to the extent that it is detrimental to their development and growth. Some pre-schools in Japan are starting to deliberately design risk into their playgrounds. Within reason, they
want their children to scrape their knees or bump their heads because they believe that it is in learning to deal with adversity that one grows – and I agree with them. That principal went on to say that when he meets with parents he sometimes says, “In my office I have tissues not cotton-wool.” I believe the truth about Sacred Heart College is that we have both. We string up a tight rope for children to cross, but put a net underneath to ensure that they can only fall so far. We try to teach children to take responsibility for their own actions, to be responsible for their own learning and to build relationships with one another that are meaningful and resilient. We want our Matrics to know that they do not need us anymore and we celebrate when we see the proof of that every day in newspapers, on TV and social media. I say, without modesty, but absolute certainty, that the children of Sacred Heart College are the change that South Africa needs most. But I cry as I walk to the class with my daughter, because I know that she has learnt that the relationships come first. As always, I stand on the shoulders of giants. The Board of Governors, teachers, administrative and support staff, and leadership teams of this school are the people that make the dream to do ‘education with heart that knows no bounds’, possible. The parents who entrust their children to us do us a great honour and I never can end a report like this without thanking a family that makes it possible for me to have the best job in the world. Mr Colin Northmore
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STAFF Admin Staff
Rashida Theys
Hilliary Lucioli
Veronica Peters
Charlot Mackay -Rouse
Cheryl Mellors
Jennifer Hartmann
Adele Stewart
Mandi Brown
Terry Sawyer
Melanie da Silva
Volente Naidoo
Salomie Basson
Pre-Primary SCHOOL Staff
Susan Jacobson
Heidrun O’Shea
Boitumelo Letho
Renuka Marrian
Desiree Smith
Shannon Exner
Anna Vines
Esther Selepe
Justina Belekane
Melphy Silwana
Sindi Mazibuko
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Nolakhi Silwani
Sindy Zungu
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Leah Petlele
STAFF PRIMARY SCHOOL STAFF
Robyn Picas
Kathleen Dickson
AndrĂŠ van der Merwe
Belinda Kither
Amanda Reisinger
Busisiwe Nhlapo
Caitlin Newbery
Celeste Raath
Cheryl Bacalhau
Gianna LindsaySmith
Gill Brokensha
Ivana Marais
James Lambert
Jennalee King
Jenny Field
Lisa van Wyk
Louis Maritz
Marion Breuer
Melanie Trassierra
Nathaniel Zondo
Pat Douglas
Petro Els
Rina Basson
Shazia Gaffar
Shona Gair
Simi Moodley
Suzanna Cross
college positions
Pam Paton-Mills (Director of Ethos and Pastoral Care)
Peta-Anne Munnik (School Nursing Sister)
Father Dryden (Chaplain)
Ellen Howel (Alumni Relationships Manager)
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Marie Grobler (School Counsellor)
Vivien McAlpine (Public Relations and Events Manager)
Lynn Walker (Marketing Coordinator)
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STAFF HIGH SCHOOL STAFF
Heather Blanckensee
Wayne Purchase
Cindy Niken
Claire Baker
Dominique Munonoka
Flick Hardman
Alastair Smurthwaite
Claire Steyn
Frank Hollingworth and Teddy
Alison Botha
Berndt Weissenbacher
Bronwyn Ogle
Carien Venter
Danelle Badenhorst
Danielle Khoury
Debbie Le Roux
Dikeledi Mosobe
Henry Du Toit
Jacqueline Weissenbacher
James Smurthwaite
Kerry Westbrook
Lamorna Cantin
Lindi Ngwenya
Lynette Ziller
Magesh Pillay
Mary Kapsosideris
Nicole Moodley
Peter Augustin
Renee Randall-Taylor
Roslyn Wood-Morris
Vus Maseko
Yamini Modi
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Jean Bwasa
Mispah Chipindu
Zonke Masondo
STAFF SERVICE STAFF
Philip Mohale
Charlot Kekana
Clementine Xulu
Elizabeth Jantjies
Elliott Molobela
Adeline Hlongwane
Tamaria Modutwane
Cynthia Nkosi
Matome Manamela
Maggy Mokgomola
David Ragoasha
Jabulani Maboko
Jack Make
Johanna Kgomo
MAINTENANCE STAFF DRIVERS Lucky Mashava
Brother Vincent
Joseph Letebele
Morris Chadibe
Themba Moboko
Mack Rakgathe
David Mokgomola
Abiatha Ndebele
Fa Dube
Thandazani Tshuma
William Kekana
three2six staff
Jenniter Mpofu Lionel Masemola
Masentle Boroko
Gilbert Kongolo
Adebola Folorunsho
Lindani Juba
Salamon Habimana
Silence Rikhotso
tuck shop staff & Habits coffee shop
Memory Mpharu
Phineas Matampane
Moses Pholo
SECURITY STAFF
Georges Kwizera
Dineo Rampaoane
Justine Kimbala
Janet Balchim, Maggie Matsitela Unice Hlungwane, Smangele Hlongwane and Busisiwe Sibeko
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ETHOS REPORT Rome - A Course for Lay Marist Animators May/June 2015
But what made the experience most significant was the journey – an invitation and a challenge – to go deeper, higher and wider. Deeper – into faith and Mystery, deeper into communion and sharing, Brothers and Lay together. Higher – into new visions for a world of peace, new ways of being Marist for the world today. Wider – to the margins and peripheries where the vulnerable are to be found.
What an incredible experience – to meet passionate Lay Marists from 23 countries around the world! Although people were predominantly strangers to everyone – at the start most of us knew only one other person – it was hearts and not just faces from around the world that we got to know and appreciate. Within a day or two the warmth of fraternity associated with Marist was palpable.
Almost three weeks of intensive input and interaction, sharing with partners, small groups and plenaries, working from 9 in the morning until 6:30 at night (excluding siesta of course!) takes you to places. Places of insight, challenge, fear, courage and elation. Places where something has to be relinquished and something new is discovered. A truly transforming journey, with companions to encourage and help with discernment.
The language divide was significant and sessions in multiple languages were exhausting, but we often found ways around this. One of the languages we all understood was that of prayer, which we shared together each morning and afternoon. It was a rich sharing of cultural nuances, and I was particularly extended in the multiple expressions of Mary from the different South American countries – our Lady of the sandal; our Lady of the fishing nets; our Lady of the angels; our Lady who provides us with wine!
The invitation extends to all in the Marist world – come and join in mission, as prophets and mystics, Brothers and laity together. A new way of being – sharing the charism, jointly bringing it life.
Another point of connection was song and dance – which, for both Spaniards and South Americans generally, is like breathing. They dance to get going, they dance to release stress, they dance to worship and they dance to celebrate life – and it builds community! I am grateful to have experienced the Fiesta.
Ms Pam Paton-Mills
Although meals were almost as segregated by language as discussion groups, there was much exchange of basic greetings and the like. Google translate also came in handy when translators weren’t around, although its accuracy is highly untrustworthy. Gelato was a distinctly bonding experience, as was enjoyment of beauty – sights in Rome and Assisi, the moon, the sunrise and the trees around the General House.
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ACADEMIC MASS ‘LET YOUR BEACON SHINE!’ ‘Let Your Beacon Shine!’ was the theme of our Academic Mass. Each of us considered how we keep the beacon of building positive, respectful relationships shining, especially in cross gender relations. We also honoured those who have gone before us who have been a beacon of hope in building bridges between the genders.
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Our marimbas, choir and musicians gave space for joyful worship; our LLC presidents and deputy presidents gave us some excellent food for thought; and our prayers united to dedicate the school year to building the Kingdom and growing our Marist hearts. Ms Pam Paton Mills
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CHAMPAGNAT DAY and BIG WALK Champagnat Day started with the celebration of a whole school Mass. The Grade 1 children walked in with the Matrics to the sound of beautifully played violins. The LLC presidents’ speeches were excellent. They all spoke about the Marist mission. The homily was a play, which retold the story of how Marist education was started. At the offertory, representatives from each class brought up posters with their own interpretation of a Marist mission.
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We were also honoured to have the Brothers with us. After the Mass, the Primary School had their Big Walk. This was a very festive occasion. Music played, the Grade 6’s sold various nourishing goodies and the children walked around the fields to raise money for the various charities that we support. Ms Gianna Lindsay-Smith
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sacred heart day As we celebrated Sacred Heart Day, the focus was on our second year of preparation for our Marist bicentenary in 2017, the year of Fourvière. Marists around the world are reminded of how St Marcellin made a pilgrimage to Lyon, to the shrine of Our Lady of Fourvière. There he and a group of priests offered themselves wholeheartedly to pursuing their commitment to the Society of Mary. From there St Marcellin went to La Valla where the first community of brothers was started. So in this year, we think about ourselves as members of the Marist community, the Sacred Heart community. We are brothers and sisters in communion. We are also brothers and sisters to the Earth, to all its living beings – plants, animals, the sea, the air, the sun, the moon and the stars.
We reflected on what creates a community of brotherhood and sisterhood for each of us; we thought about the wider community of God’s creation and considered what footprint we would leave that is life sustaining to the Earth. These reflections were colourfully presented on a long chain of elephants, symbolizing a nurturing family. They were brought up at the offertory as part of the festive Mass which was celebrated in music, song and prayer. After Mass everyone enjoyed their traditional ‘sticky bun’. The High School enjoyed a celebration organized by the Interim LLC, while the Primary School spent some time with the children from the Three2Six. Ms Pam Paton-Mills
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confirmation Sunday 27th September, marked the confirmation of our Sacred Heart candidates at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Yeoville. The candidates prepared for their confirmation by attending training at Sacred Heart and also participated in a meaningful retreat that took place at Haphororo. This was run by Father Chris Schonenberger and his team.
GRADE 11 MASS On the 20th of May, our Grade 11s attended the CSO Grade 11 Mass at The Cathedral of Christ the King in Braamfontein. This annual Mass brings together all the Grade 11 learners from the Catholic schools in Johannesburg to celebrate a Mass and an activity afterwards. The activity is particularly popular among the Grade 11s as they have a chance to socialise and interact with one another over a snack lunch. Our Sacred Heart learners represented their school with reverence and maturity. Ms Alison Botha
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First holy communion First Communion On Sunday 11 October, after a year of preparation, which included First Reconciliation and a retreat, Father Dryden conferred the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist on the children. The children participated reverently during the Mass and the community celebrated as the communicants took another step towards a closer union to God.
First Holy Communion Retreat This retreat offers the children making their First Holy Communion a quiet morning to think about this special Sacrament and spend some time getting closer to God. They reflect on Jesus’ teachings about bread and Eucharist, bake some bread together and engage in simple prayer and meditation.
We congratulate: Stephany Amungwat, Meghan Botha, Mary-Gen Correia, Francesca Gore, Thando Khumalo, Lukhanyo Kobokwana, Catherine Leong, Michael Loff, Tshiamo Mabitsela, Obinna Mntande, Tadiwanashe Mushangwe, Bophelo Mwale, Olwethu Phakathi, Hayden Van Dassie and Gabriel Van Rooyen.
Ms Gianna Lindsay-smith
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sacred heart music festival This was another wonderful event this year. There was a warm and wonderful atmosphere from as early as 06:00, as staff prepared for the arrival of all the cyclists for the start of the cycle ride. Zogan Oppermann, one of our very talented parents, who is also a comedian, was the MC for the cycle ride. There was an inspiring speech by Daryl Impey, a well-known South African rider of Tour de France fame, who challenged all present to continue to ride as a way of saving our planet. The cyclists were all given a ribbon on which to write the purpose for which they rode. Many people rode as a statement against xenophobia, and others rode to highlight their abhorrence of any and all forms of abuse. It was a 15km ride and we were very proud of Mrs Reisinger and Ms Nhlapo, who both completed the ride. It was good to see so many parents and children participate in the race.
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The rest of the day was simply glorious as people relaxed in the sunshine to the sounds of some incredibly talented learners and parents. We were proud of the Pre-Primary School children, the Grade 4 and 5 groups and the Choir on the excellent contributions they made to the day. We were grateful to our talented parents/grandparents, Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse, Judith Sephuma, Simphiwe Dana and Paul Hanmer for sharing their incredible talent with us. Mrs Naidoo and the team of teachers worked all day to make sure the Kidz Zone was a safe, fun and happy place for the children to spend time in. We really did appreciate all their hard work. We are so privileged to be part of such a diverse and talented community. Organizing Committee
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inter-house athletics INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS - SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2015 Inter-house Athletics Day took place on Saturday the 12th of September. It is one of the rare times when the College is joined together as one; from the tiny tots in the Pre-Primary School to the proficient athletes in the High School. It is fantastic to see the sense of family spirit that is displayed between the learners, whether they are in their first year or final year at Sacred Heart College. This year, we were blessed with some of the greenest fields that we have seen in a long time for this time of year, and, with some slight cloud coverage, the stage was set for a great day. This was certainly the case with a total of six records being broken on the High School fields and plenty of energy and excitement being shown on Primary School fields.
Congratulations to these SHC learners for breaking the following records: PRIMARY SCHOOL • Temitayo Olaleye : U9 Boys 150m – 23.06s : U9 Boys 100m – 15.51s • Lamees Bheekoo : U9 Girls Long Jump – 3.09m • Oluwadamilare Ajibade : U10 Boys 150m – 21.95s • Sheena Nkamankeng : U10 Girls Shotput – 6.24m • Aisaborluokpia Ukhurebor : U10 Boys High Jump – 1.25m (equalled record) : U10 Boys Long Jump – 3.98m • Nia Feni : U10 Girls 100m – 15.00s : U10 Girls Long Jump – 3.24m • Lebuso Seseane : U11 Boys Long Jump – 3.74m • Boipelo Motsei : U11 Girls 150m – 22.21s : U11 Girls 100m – 14.10s • Pasha Maslamoney : U12 Girls 100m – 14.74s (equalled record) • Amaarah Mia : U12 Girls High Jump – 1.35m • Tapiwa Banganayi : U12 Boys 200m – 28.79s : U12 Boys 100m – 13.00s HIGH SCHOOL • Mpho Nemasetoni • Brione Bryan • Mbali Khumalo • Olayemi Okesokun • Astrid Kühn • Anele Nyanda
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: U19 Boys High Jump - 1.85m : U19 Girls High Jump – 1.50m : U19 Girls Discus – 21.94m : U19 Girls 100m – 13.32s : U16 Girls Javelin – 22.21m : U13 Girls 200m – 31.51s
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In the battle for house spirit, it was Valerian who stole the show with their energy, encouragement and enthusiasm that lasted all day, filling nearly all of their races, and eventually earning them the coveted Spirit Cup. In the race for inter-house glory it was a tough fought-out contest between O’Leary and Valerian. In the end, however, it was O’Leary who stole the show and were victorious overall. Congratulations to all involved for a great day, especially to our staff for officiating throughout the day. A big thank you to all the parents who came to support throughout the day! Sacred Heart College Sports Department
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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
As a country, we once again find ourselves at a watershed moment in our history, as students from tertiary intuitions around the country take up the call to protest in the ‘#Fees Must Fall’ campaign.
looked at speaking truth to power, being in congruence with one’s own belief system, reflecting on our actions, being agents for change, modelling expectations for humankind, building functional, and not just technical, human beings, discovering the leader in every child, partnering for possibility, consolidating freedom and working for ethical practices. She believes that ‘education gives people true freedom through freed potential’ and that ‘the importance of authentic leadership is the importance of human solidarity and as long as injustice exists somewhere, we cannot have sustainable peace.’
Many of these students have sacrificed their personal safety and opportunity to succeed, to stand in solidarity with those many students who simply cannot afford the fees at our universities. It is twenty nine years ago that school pupils in Soweto took to the streets to oppose the use of Afrikaans as the medium of instruction in their schools. These two critical events beg questions about how we look at education in South Africa today. How do we prepare our children at Sacred Heart College for a future that is unknown and uncertain?
Sim Tshabalala, CEO, of Standard Bank, and alumnus of the College, reminded us that there are three gaps we need to close if we are to have a peaceful country: the Innovation Gap and the need to innovate on a large scale and repeatedly; the Opportunity Gap, where more students are given access to educational opportunities through scholarship programmes; and the Social Gap so that we can enjoy greater social cohesion in South Africa. His challenge to all South Africans is to narrow the divide between the ‘have’s and the have not’s’ as a matter of urgency or we shall see an escalation in protests and unrest.
At the five-day staff development process at the start of the year, the Grade 11 and 12 teachers engaged in a spontaneous ‘fish-bowl’ task in which they discussed their expectations of learners at Matric level. These Matric teachers, many of whom are IEB examiners and moderators, were outspoken about the dispositions, as opposed to cognitive skills, our learners need to have in order to succeed, not only at Matric level, but at tertiary level as well. Some of the dispositions they highlighted were: committed to learning; thinking deeply and critically; independent; accountable; flexible and reflective; tenacious; hard-working; problem-solver; collaborator; optimistic; entrepreneurial; engaged; confident; articulate; passionate; resourceful; moral and ethical with a strong sense of self.
The final speaker at the conference, Rabbi Craig Kasev, looked at the tension between compliance and obedience and urged school leaders to become more focused on process than product or outcomes. He believes that the purpose of education ‘is becoming somebody who is more capable, someone who makes the world a better place.’ He stated that character building must be an important part of the process and that self-awareness is critical. He challenged the principals to teach children to listen, debate, be resilient and to enjoy getting stuck into things. He said we need to teach children humility, vulnerability, being able to get up again, being happy with growth not just perceived success, as well as a love of wisdom and knowledge.
At the recent ISASA/SAHISA Conference, with its theme, ‘It’s Not on Top; It’s Inside’ attended by principals from independent schools around the country, the plenary guest, Anthony Farr of the Alan Grey Orbis Foundation, spoke about Entrepreneurial Thinking which looks at ‘causal’ and ‘effectual thinking.’ He encouraged school leaders to create ‘hard workers, dedicated to their studies’ and to move their schools from places of ‘excellence to places of influence.’
All of these challenges call for the type of dispositions outlined by the Matric teachers in the fish bowl activity. However, this cannot be placed purely at the doorstep of the school; parents have to get involved to make sure that their children develop these critical dispositions. Parents have to instil a passion for learning by talking about current events, reading together and doing things together. They need to make children independent and accountable for their actions by setting goals and boundaries.
Stanley Bongwe’s talk on Mastering Diversity for Personal and Leadership Effectiveness, believes that diversity management is critical for peace and stability in South Africa. He believes we need to focus on changing attitudes which starts with challenging our beliefs about others. Advocate Madonsella’s address on ‘Leading Authentically’
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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT They need to instil a set of values that will teach their children to respond with compassion, care and concern for those around them as many alumni did during the #Fees Must Fall campaign. Parents have to instil the values needed for an ethical society. As we come to the end of yet another successful, exciting and busy year in the Primary School. The reports outlining the educational philosophy, events and achievements of the learners, as well as the photographs of the various events highlight how busy the year has been. The pieces of work created by the children showcase the high standards achieved, as well as the school’s commitment to the holistic development of each learner. The numerous pages highlighting the successful sporting and cultural events hosted, and participated in, is evidence of the importance the school places on creating learners with an intellectual, creative, spiritual, healthy and balanced outlook to life.
parents to bring an innovative curriculum to our learners. The Sacred Heart Music Festival with its cycle ride, succeeded in uniting the community against xenophobia, and uniting our community in celebrating our diversity. On behalf of the school community, I thank the Board of Governors for their guidance and support, the Parent Association and Parents Reps for their hard work and support of the teachers and learners so that together we can ‘Strive for Better Things.’ Thanks to the Primary School Management Team for the incredible job they do in managing the Primary School. Thanks to the teachers who selflessly give of themselves to our learners, the administrative and support staff for creating a beautiful, safe environment for us and our parents who entrust their children to our care. May the light of Christ fill your homes this Christmas with peace, joy and happiness.
It has been a Mindworks year, which is further evidence of the commitment the College has to engaging with our
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welcome & farewell Busisiwe Nhalpo Ms Nhlapo, a learnership in the High School in 2014, completed her Bachelor of Education at the end of the year. She specialized in Mathematics which she taught in the Junior High last year. She is a Grade 6 class teacher, where she teaches Mathematics. She is also the Intermediate Phase isiZulu specialist. It is wonderful to have such a competent and enthusiastic person on board. Louis Maritz Mr Maritz, an accomplished musician with many years’ experience in schools, including the National School of the Arts, is the Pre-Primary School and Foundation Phase Music teacher. Mr Maritz is responsible for the hymn practices, masses, school productions and events.
Volente Naidoo Mrs Naidoo, initially joined the College as the Aftercare Supervisor in the Primary School, where she brought a level of structure and organization not seen before. She has just been appointed as PA to the Primary School Principal. Mrs Naidoo brings a wealth of marketing, financial and computer expertise to the College. We wish them all a successful, long and happy association with the College. Hilliary Lucioli At the end of the second term, we said farewell to Ms Lucioli who had been at the College as PA since 2010. We wish her every success in her new endeavours and thank her for the contribution she made to the Primary School during her tenure.
Shazia Gaffar Mrs Gaffar is the new Foundation Phase Art teacher. She has great expertise and experience in teaching Art to primary school children and the fruits of her labour decorate many display boards around the school. We are delighted to have yet another talented artist in our midst.
marriages Miss Jennalee Krause married Stuart King on the 15th of August 2015, at a venue named Accolades in Midrand. We wish Mr and Mrs King many years of marital bliss. Miss Newbery was her maid of honour.
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pre-primary school ‘I think “walk on” is a good metaphor for what we do. There are two ways that people think about walking on or moving forward. Some people think that to walk, you need to know where you want to go and how to get there. Other people, moved by sentiment or passion, by dreams or ideals, move towards something that they don’t yet know or understand. They don’t know what their final destination will be. So, there are people who think knowledge should be before the walking starts, and people who think that you learn as you walk. I think it is very important to have the courage to risk finding things out as you proceed. There would be no research, and no researchers, if people had to know things before they set out. Researchers are people who put themselves on the line. When many people walk, they create a path. They orient themselves and find their direction by knowing how to ask questions.
Sergio Spaggiari
And so as a Reggio inspired school, we walk on, we research; we explore together and celebrate our beautiful children. This year we have had many reasons to celebrate, from our Visitors’ Day, our concert and creating artwork for the new Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital, to our every-day exploration and questioning that allows us to grow and develop within our unique Sacred Heart community. The children have thoroughly enjoyed music lessons, Physical Education lessons, as well as our many extra murals on offer. We have focused on the importance of reading this year and developed our special ‘reading space’ in our entrance. Our Facebook page continues to showcase our day-to-day learning opportunities and is an excellent way of ‘making learning visible.’ We have continued to turn our pre-school into a beautiful space to learn through our upgrading of the playground, as well as inviting parents to be more involved in the day-to-day running of the school. Thank you to a wonderful team of teachers, assistants and support staff, as well as the priceless, Rashida, who ensures that all staff, and especially, the children, have all their needs fulfilled. Thank you to our parents for entrusting us with your most precious possessions and we look forward to growing and developing this most important space in our school. Ms Sue Jacobson Head of Department, Pre-Primary School NELSON MANDELA CHILDREN’S FUND On the 10th of July, the children who had participated in the art workshop to create art for the Nelson Mandela’s Children’s Hospital, were invited to the Fund’s annual celebrations and 20th year anniversary. The children had a wonderful time being entertained, receiving gifts, going on rides and even getting a chance to cut the HUGE birthday cake along with various dignitaries.
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Justina Belekane
Melphy Silwana
Benjamin Jacobson
Jarred Kent
Luhan Venter
Rodean Liu
Itumeleng (Junior) Hlapane
Mikayla Marrian
Tahlia Cader
Kiara Marrian
Milla Els
Yana Vandezande
Kellan Mateme
Olivia Ogle
Yasmeen Bhayat
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“You have been my friend… that in itself is a tremendous thing.” -E.R. White
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Desiree Smith
Sindi Mazibuko
Adam Palmer
Phenyo Mofokeng
Sarron Manaye
Anele Van Garderen
Ping Yi Liu
Sifiso Willcox
Joshua Neke
Sabeena Jeevanantham
Thembekile Mlotshwa
Ntokozo Ndlovu
Samkelo Nhlapo
Udumo Madlala
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Adrian Tan
Angelina Nembalemba
Ayanna Magan
Bhaveer Patel
Bontle Tseka
Devin Ogle
Ivana Mayer
Israel Liyaw
Jin Ping Liu
Karabo Mogaari
Kebaabetswe Masango
Khongelani Masumbe
Kimwaki Kimwaki
Kristen Miarrian
Laila Richman
Lerato Phehane
Morena Sibeko
Neo Legoze
Noah Ferley
Othakha Nedohe
Rocco Campbell
Sophia Vivier
Senzo Lewin
Sydney Fru
Taran Parshotam
Mthandazo Dube
Renuka Marrian
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Charmaine Mokgatlhe
Arsema Manaye
Bwanga Mbuya
Dasheel Kellan
Dylan Botha
Farai Muronda
Gabriel Cader
Grace Kamana
Jasper Smuts
Jozef Schulz
Kenya Mc Kenzie
Kgomotsego Mabitsela
Mbayu Lufungula
LizĂŠ Njike Nguenang
Mputu Peter
Mutawakkil Hartley
Nala Kgomo
Neve Harker
Rafael Petersen
Siphokazi Ncube
Taiton Naidoo
Vincent Hazelton-Lagarrigue
Zachary Sandham
Zahraa Hatia
ZoĂŤ Nkabane
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Alexandra Nyemb Omog
Heidrun O’Shea
Aurora Botillo Kennedy
Charlie Davies-Mostert
Cruz Mckenzie
Damian Overmeyer
Gabriel Narkedien
Jordan Masike
Juliet Correia
Kananelo Hlapane
Kawanga Mwansa
Laila Bhagwan
Leah De Gale
Marion Nkamankeng
Ndayi Mbuya
Mika’il Tromp
Richard Doherty
Simrin Naidoo
Tamai Lewin
Thandolwakwe Ncube
Themba Willcox
Tiya Kika
Tonatswa Makinya
Trevor Gakere
Unendoro Masango
Zubair Ali
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Ammaar Sharfoddin
Alexis Van Wyk
Andrea Lazarus
Henry (Jnr) Mukonoweshuro
Jaime Reddy
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Daniel Morris
Isabela Warren
Ishaan Ranchod
Jin Liu
Joshua Dendere
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Qhama Msomi
Ryan Namadzunda
Theana Ishimwe
Nuro Quansah
Reeya Hari
Ruah Michaels
Sebastian Daubeney
Sibusiso Feni
Wangui Karara
Zola Mzondeki
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Dumiso Nzimande
Energy Chawoneka
Erin Gore
Fallyn Lawrence
Felix Doherty
Fidel Ntone Edjabe
Halelluya Getahun
Jessica Dunu
Joshua Harrage-Moore
Kaden Musi
Keabetswe Ditlhake
Krishna Chandran
Masego Masetlha
Michelle Nkamankeng
Mika Orr
Nicolas Bwasa
Phathutshedzo Lufhugu
Reatlegile Masuku
Rhys Wilkinson-Felgate
Sara Gaffar
Siphamandla Radebe
Thato Tsiki
Timothy Doherty
Tomas Correira
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grade 1g
Ms S Gair
Dumiso Nzimande
Energy Chawoneka
Erin Gore
Fallyn Lawrence
Felix Doherty
Fidel Ntone Edjabe
Halelluya Getahun
Jessica Dunu
Joshua HarrageMoore
Kaden Musi
Keabetswe Ditlhake
Krishna Chandran
Masego Masetlha
Michelle Nkamankeng
Mika Orr
Nicolas Bwasa
Phathutshedzo Lufhugu
Reatlegile Masuku
Rhys WilkinsonFelgate
Sara Gaffar
Siphamandla Radebe
Thato Tsiki
Timothy Doherty
Tomas Correira
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‘I look in the mirror and what do I see? I see the person that I call me.’ Learners created self portraits with funky frames using water colour paint, wax crayons and card.
Aadilah Hatia
Amahle Sibisi
Amandla Khawe
Angelo Linda
Aryel Furman
Basambilu Ngobeni
Bibi Luhembe
Funeka Nengovhela
Gemma-Lee Stainbank
Leah Kass
Luke Julian
Lukhanyo Sotyantya
Luyolo Simelane
Michaela van Rooyen
Morena Makgato
Nazneen Seedat
Ngwedi Paballo Bogopa
Oluwatumininu Ajibade
Sarfaraaz Ismail
Sinenhlanhla Imange Nkwanyana
Tshepo Hlatshwayo
Uchena Ikegwu
Ziben Zhang
Zinzile Radebe
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grade 1K
Ms Jennalee King
Aadilah Hatia
Amahle Sibisi
Amandla Khawe
Angelo Linda
Aryel Furman
Basambilu Ngobeni
Bibi Luhembe
Funeka Nengovhela
Gemma-Lee Stainbank
Leah Kass
Luke Julian
Lukhanyo Sotyantya
Luyolo Simelane
Michaela van Rooyen
Morena Makgato
Nazneen Seedat
Ngwedi Paballo Bogopa
Oluwatumininu Ajibade
Sarfaraaz Ismail
Sinenhlanhla Imange Nkwanyana
Tshepo Hlatshwayo
Uchena Ikegwu
Ziben Zhang
Zinzile Radebe
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I can see a rainbow... Learners used mixed media to create art pieces. Watercolour paint for rain, wax crayons for rainbow, card for raincoat and felt tips for rainbow.
Zibusiso Ndlovu
Annabelle Teixeira
Aqilah Ebrahim
Dakota Jeevanantham
Dikgang Motingoe
Eden Garrine
Elana Rolls
Fumani Masumbe
Junior Mandeya
Kade Westbrook
Khanya Zulu
Kwena Sebesho
Lee-Roy Mathonyana
Limpho Lebona
Luca Catling
Mishka Reddy
Mitchie Luo
Naledi Tseka
Nelisiwe Bonga
Nondwe Ntshebe
Oteng Moyo
Simthandile Thusi
Tshiamo Mafata
Tumisho Makweya
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grade 1N
Ms C Newbery
Annabelle Teixeira
Aqilah Ebrahim
Dakota Jeevanantham
Dikgang Motingoe
Eden Garrine
Elana Rolls
Fumani Masumbe
Junior Mandeya
Kade Westbrook
Khanya Zulu
Kwena Sebesho
Lee-Roy Mathonyana
Limpho Lebona
Luca Catling
Mishka Reddy
Mitchie Luo
Naledi Tseka
Nelisiwe Bonga
Nondwe Ntshebe
Oteng Moyo
Simthandile Thusi
Tshiamo Mafata
Tumisho Makweya
Zibusiso Ndlovu
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ACADEMIC MASS Laurel Burch inspired ‘Cats’.
Art history of Laurel Burch artwork inspired by the study of ‘Cats’. Learners used oil pastels.
ART Ayomide Gudu
Joanna Nembalemba
Luoqi Shen
Philasande Kunene
Tariq Moyce
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Kayleigh Hendricks
Callysta Watson
Hyab Hilkeyas
Jude Hamer
Luke Lerotholi
Moitshepi Masebe
Mukhethwa Makhuvha
Nkululeko Kubheka
Sihaan Singh
Siyanda Shabangu
Tanatswa Muzambwa
Yethu Gqola
Tiane Ferreira
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Ms M Breuer
Ayomide Gudu
Callysta Watson
Hyab Hilkeyas
Joanna Nembalemba
Jude Hamer
Kayleigh Hendricks
Luke Lerotholi
Luoqi Shen
Moitshepi Masebe
Mukhethwa Makhuvha
Nkululeko Kubheka
Philasande Kunene
Senamile Shabalala
Sihaan Singh
Siyanda Shabangu
Tanatswa Muzambwa
Tariq Moyce
Tiane Ferreira
Yethu Gqola
Zinedine Kala
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‘The lighthouse keeper’s lunch’. Learners used watercolour paint and wax crayons to create art piece.
ART Alula Omotoso
Aryan Gokul
Basani Ngobeni
Caitlyn Govender
Firdaus Zaman
Kaelo Sono
Laila Sriskandarajah
Lehlohonolo Motaung
Linah Naiker
Mbali Konela
Mika Luo
Musakathixo Ncube
Osemen Ukhurebor
Phenyo Gaoagwe
Quinten Gilsing
Rylee Ison
Siphesihle Radebe
Tinyiko Ngobeni
Zayaan Bhikha
Zuri Ojwang-Bangura
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Ms P Douglas
Alula Omotoso
Aryan Gokul
Basani Ngobeni
Caitlyn Govender
Firdaus Zaman
Kaelo Sono
Laila Sriskandarajah
Lehlohonolo Motaung
Linah Naiker
Mbali Konela
Mika Luo
Musakathixo Ncube
Osemen Ukhurebor
Phenyo Gaoagwe
Quinten Gilsing
Rylee Ison
Siphesihle Radebe
Tinyiko Ngobeni
Zayaan Bhikha
Zuri Ojwang-Bangura
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ACADEMICPotjie MASS Pots.
Learners used mix media to create art piece. Watercolour for leaves, white chalk for pot and acrylic paint for the fire.
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Adam Latchmiah
Alicia Thring
Amar Nagar
Bathandwa Senoamali
Chidera Iheson
Erin Hamer
Isabella Brooks
Joshua Koricho
Mahlatji Manthata
Merveille Bwasa
Nayen Kellan
Nothando Michaels
Reese van Dassie
Setlogane Mateme
Shamiso Makombe
Sibusiso Ndlovu
Siphesihle Zondi
Siphokazi Mlotshwa
Siyabonga Mncube
Steven Assefa
Xola Vilakazi
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Ms P Els
Aadit Pooran
Adam Latchmiah
Alicia Thring
Amar Nagar
Bathandwa Senoamali
Chidera Iheson
Erin Hamer
Isabella Brooks
Joshua Koricho
Mahlatji Manthata
Merveille Bwasa
Nayen Kellan
Nothando Michaels
Reese van Dassie
Setlogane Mateme
Shamiso Makombe
Sibusiso Ndlovu
Siphesihle Zondi
Siphokazi Mlotshwa
Siyabonga Mncube
Steven Assefa
Xola Vilakazi
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ACADEMIC Hot MASS choc pots.
Learners used chalk, cotton wool, craft paper and marshmallow to create art piece.
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Cecile Lufungula
DeandrĂŠ Mackay
Duduzile Konela
Gemma Naidoo
Itumeleng Mphahlele
Kganya Moreki
Kopano Ndlovu
Masaki Mwansa
Nehemia Gebrie
Oluchi Ikegwu
Tshiamo Mogale
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Thabisile Tshuma
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Ms M Trassierra
Alice Kamana
Cecile Lufungula
DeandrĂŠ Mackay
Duduzile Konela
Gemma Naidoo
Itumeleng Mphahlele
Kganya Moreki
Kopano Ndlovu
Masaki Mwansa
Mateo Cockburn
Nehemia Gebrie
Oluchi Ikegwu
Otlile Moretlwe
Taoana Lediga
Thabisile Tshuma
Tshiamo Mogale
Urav Sankar
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Amukelani Maseko
Bethyna Bedi
Bophelo Mwale
Francesca Gore
Kalema Mhlongo
Kayla Phiri
Kearabetswe Moseki
Luca Sluis-Cremer
Mary Genevieve Correia
Meghan Botha
Michael Belayneh
Michael Loff
Nathaniel HarrageMoore
Nicholas Morris
Nyasha Jaka
Obinna Mntande
Owethu Lurwengu
Thabo Ndlovu
Thando Khumalo
Tumisho Matjiu
Zuri Lepono
Phumelela Ncube
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Ms C Bacalhau
Amukelani Maseko
Bethyna Bedi
Bophelo Mwale
Francesca Gore
Kalema Mhlongo
Kayla Phiri
Kearabetswe Moseki
Keneiwe Moodley
Luca Sluis-Cremer
Mary Genevieve Correia
Meghan Botha
Nathaniel HarrageMoore
Nicholas Morris
Nyasha Jaka
Obinna Mntande
Thabo Ndlovu
Thando Khumalo
Tumisho Matjiu
Zuri Lepono
Michael Belayneh
Owethu Lurwengu
Michael Loff
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Still Life. Art history of Paul Cezanne. Learners used mix media to create art piece. Watercolour for background, oil pastels for fruit, tea leaves for basket.
Alley Westbrook
Catherine Leong
Elias Gavriel
Ephrata Koricho
Hayden van Dassie
Keeran Sriskandarajah
Kganya Kungoane
Liam Wilson
Mahlori Ngobeni
Martinque Njike Nguenang
Moegammat Hartley
Mpendulo Msiza
Naomi Molakeng
Nkanyezi Mazaka
Prashil Singh
Rashid Sayed
Sarah Pandy
Sipho’esihle Mhlambi
Stephany Amungwat
Tshiamo Mabitsela
Zenzo Madlala
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Ms J Field
Alley Westbrook
Catherine Leong
Elias Gavriel
Ephrata Koricho
Hayden van Dassie
Keeran Sriskandarajah
Kganya Kungoane
Liam Wilson
Mahlori Ngobeni
Martinque Njike Nguenang
Moegammat Hartley
Mpendulo Msiza
Naomi Molakeng
Nkanyezi Mazaka
Prashil Singh
Rashid Sayed
Sarah Pandy
Sipho’esihle Mhlambi
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Stephany Amungwat
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Zenzo Madlala
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Starry Night. Art history of Vincent Van Gogh. Learners inspired to create art pieces. Watercolour used for background, chalk and black paper used for silhouette.
Anesu Makamanzi
Gabriel Van Rooyen Isabella Sinclair
Brandon Benissan
Gabriel Gwanda Alexandra Vivier
Liam Aronson
Aamirah Sharfoddin
Zuko Ntshikila Divana Aura Naidoo
Ntsikelelo Duda
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NELSON MANDELA TRUST Children from the Pre-Primary and Primary school took part in exciting art workshops in April. The workshops were facilitated by renowned local artists and each art experience explored a different art medium and process. The group that facilitated the workshops was appointed by the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital. The purpose of the workshops was to create artworks for the new specialist paediatric hospital that is being built in Johannesburg. Our children were more than eager to imagine and create authentic artworks that would help
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sick children to feel better. Their spontaneity and confidence was evident in the rich images and detail in each piece. Workshops took place each afternoon during the week. The children’s art will be used to create artworks for display and some will be framed and displayed. Each young artist received a special certificate of participation. We felt very honoured to be part of the continuation of the wonderful legacy of Nelson Mandela. Ms Amanda Resinger
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Roller Blade & Safe Happy Caring Week ran from February 9-13 and we were ‘Walking a mile in another’s moccasins…’ Throughout the week children took part in a number of exercises that developed empathy, including the Smiley Spotting Sticker exercise, ‘How would you feel?’ and a Loving Kindness Meditation. The week culminated with our Red and White Day celebration, creating a lot of excitement for students, and plenty of teachable moments around the day. Our main Valentine’s focus was to talk with children about compassion, empathy and caring, and the Grade 6’s prepared lessons on kindness for the Grade 1-5’s. In the evening the Grade 6’s hosted the Rollerblade Disco, which was a resounding success. There was an outstanding turnout from parents and the sense of family and community was palpable. We raised R23 128.60 for St Jane’s de Chantal Children’s Home. Ms Pam Paton Mills
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The learners were entertained by another outstanding performance of “Hooked on Books”. The cast dramatised extracts from a variety of novels, such as “The Fastest Boy in the World’, “A Room Full of Chocolate” and “The Enormous Crocodile”, as well as a poem from “Can it be about me”.
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By leaving the story at a nail-biting cliff-hanger, they entice the learners to read the books they have performed. Their emphasis is on audience participation and the learners get very excited when they are chosen to participate in the performance. The show was definitely, hilarious, thrilling and entertaining.
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MINDWORKS One of the hidden gifts of any school community is the skills and talents in its parent body. This year, once again, a group of parents ran Mindworks, an exciting four day programme for the Primary School children. We always choose a central theme for the whole Mindworks Programme; this year we chose ‘Renew’. Every day parents presented a series of workshops around the theme. From recycling to making solar ovens, the children found new and innovative ways to renew the planet.
a tongue twisting poem, which the whole school presented with mime. Children danced, drummed and sang in Africa Zazi.
Each Mindworks also does something of lasting value for the school. At the beginning of the year a number of old trees in our orchard were cut down. The trunks were cut into table and chair sizes and left to dry out. Then they were treated and the children painted all of them in bright colours. Now our playground and orchard will have dozens of fairy ring decorated chairs for all to use. The older children were also encouraged to learn to carve wood. Further, in the spirit of renewal, new plants and shrubs were planted to replace the trees we had lost.
The idea of ‘renew’ echoed Pope Francis’s recent letter on the environment, and the children thought about the Pope’s letter and also learned to see the world through the eyes of St Francis, as ‘Brother Sun and Sister Earth’. They discovered new ways of seeing ‘junk’ as they turned old plastic bottles and tins into exciting new toys.
Parents with a more scientific and philosophical outlook on life offered kitchen science experiments and logic games to the children. Other parents, who were more artistic, did workshops in drama, dance, drumming and singing the blues! A highlight for all was learning Dr Seuss’s ‘Fox in Sox’,
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When we were thinking about renewal, we thought not only of the planet but also of the person. The children learned about nutrition, they made pizzazy pizzas, and decorated biscuits with bling! They also did fun fitness and creative dance, enjoying the full use of their bodies.
We could not have been thinking about the environment without animals, and had amazing presentations from Lory Park Animal and Owl Sanctuary and Croc City, as well as a workshop on ‘How to talk to dogs!’ By the end of the week, the children were excited and tired, and the parents had a new depth of respect for the teachers who do this everyday! Frances Correia
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EASTER RETREAT
Our Easter retreats gave the children from Grades 4-6 an opportunity for reflection and spiritual growth. As Easter is a time to focus on the Way of Light, we wondered what the Risen Christ would say to us today. To make the experience inclusive for everyone, the children considered the importance of loving each other like family, and looked
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at the theme of ‘the gift of the rainbow’. Children made promises to build the rainbow nation and created stories about including the ‘other’. Our prayer time focused on how God welcomes all. Ms Pam Paton-Mills
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Grandparents’ tea
On the 23 June, Sacred Heart College had their grandparents’ tea. This is an annual event for the Grade 5s. Many grannies and grandpas attended, and everyone had a lovely time. Chatter, along with laughter, filled the Macartin Centre. Everyone enjoyed the delicious food.
We all chatted to the grannies and grandpas and we found out a lot of interesting things. They mostly talked about their childhoods and compared it to our lives. A lot of things have changed in good and bad ways, but at the end of the day everyone had fun and the day was a success. Joy Sparg 5L
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INTERMEDIATE PHASE PRODUCTION REWIND Our world is moving ahead at a speed that leaves many of us struggling to catch up with it. You just get used to something and then it changes. Wouldn’t it be nice if we were born with a remote control in our hand, so we could fast forward the parts of our lives we didn’t enjoy, and rewind and replay, the parts we enjoyed the most.... that is how the concept of this year’s Intermediate production “Rewind” was born, So rewind we did... to a time when you could quite easily sing the lyrics of your favourite songs in front of your parents, without being embarrassed, and the music videos did not require parental guidance. The children danced and sang their hearts out to the catchy tunes of Cyndi Lauper, Whitney Houston, Kylie Minogue, Cliff Richard and
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PJ Powers; the songs that many of us danced to a few decades ago. They had so much fun during the rehearsals and they never grew tired of saying, “Please Miss, one more time!” On the nights of the performance it was hard to tell who had more fun... the children who were performing or the audience who was watching. I hope that the performance inspired more parents to sing and dance with their children. The reality is, we can’t rewind the parts of our lives we enjoyed the most, but we can share with our children what we enjoyed the most about our own childhoods. Perhaps we may stop them from fast forwarding through their own childhood so quickly. Ms Simi Moodley
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Chamaano Masebe
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Marcus Webster
Sheena Nkamankeng
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Ms A Reisinger
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Chamaano Masebe
ChĂŠ De Vos
Elih Furman
Gabriella Diessel
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Khotso Phehane
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Marcus Webster
Mihlali Thokozani Nkwanyana
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Nia Feni
Nothando Ngwenya
Oluwadamilare Ajibade
Rishi Timm
Sarah Adebowale
Shanon Fru
Shanti Adam
Sheena Nkamankeng
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John Michael Cartwright
Samukelo Tshabalala
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Ms S Moodley
Aneeqa Moyce
Arnav Moodley
Bahle Vilakati
Benel Grace Bedi
Dennika Ramiah
Erique Laldas-Singh
Ethan Reigo de Dios
Jaess Maghoma
Kahlil Ramjee
Lindiwe Gaar
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Megan Harvey
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Olwethu Thusi
Phalo Dana
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Samukelo Tshabalala
Siyanda Ngqinambi
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Alice Fletcher
Almaz Aitelabd
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Annarosa Payne
Cassidi Opperman
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Kira Naidoo
Leila Wakefield
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Melvin Namadzunda
Michael Walker
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Creative A Rainy Day Picnic
By Grace Bedi – Grade 4 M It was a rainy summer’s morning when Jane decided to have a picnic. Too bad it was raining, so she decided to have it in her bedroom. She invited her friends Annie, Anna and Debbie. Later that day, her friends arrived and up to the bedroom they went. In the room the girls took out the things that they needed. There were sandwiches, juices and games. Annie, Anna and Debbie all agreed that the snacks were yummy. It was getting late and the girls had to go home. They had lots of fun. They left each other with a hug and a high five and off they went back to their homes.
The Legendary Fang Blade
Khotso Phehane Grade 4A Once Upon a time in Tokyo there were two kind children named Misako and Glurp. Misako was a ninja girl and Glurp was a ninja boy. Until one day their mother told them about the legendary fang blade that the evil samurai was looking for. Misako and Glurp had to find the fang blade before the evil samurai. Misako and Glurp were sent to the mountain of doom. When they went to the top of the mountain they were too late. The evil samurai got to the top before them. The evil samurai took the Fang Blade. The evil samurai had special power from the fang blade. Misako and Glurp didn’t stand a chance against him until they had an idea. Misako was distracting the evil samurai. Then Glurp took the fang blade from the evil samurai’s hand. Glurp destroyed the fang blade with his ninja sword. The evil samurai was feeling weak. Misako and Glurp used their elemental powers to defeat him. The evil samurai was dead. Misako and Glurp went home and ate sushi with their mother.
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The Greatman Saves the Day! Marcus Webster Grade 4A It was a cold morning in Johannesburg. At five o’clock Jerome’s mom woke him up. She whispered loudly at him. He didn’t know what was going on. She said he’s going on holiday. “Oh” he said, sleepily and then he jumped out of bed. Jerome was always eager to go on holiday. He was also very active. He got ready as quickly as possible and ran outside. He smiled when he saw his cousin William and his father John waving at him. They called him to come and they were off. William was a kind a creative person and his father was a brave and smart person. It was a ten hour drive and it felt like forever. In the car there were two builders called Cliff and Micheal. They were helping John to renovate some huts. When they finally got there John went to fetch Alexa and Dion. Alexa was Jerome’s funny and caring aunt. They planned to go horse riding the next day. Jerome and William were bored because there was nothing to do. John came with Alexa and Dion. John was telling them to go to bed. They were woken up by John. They got ready, ate their breakfast and they asked to go horse riding. They loved horse riding. They were going to the place now in a route they had never gone before. The roads were getting steep and there were holes everywhere. “We should turn around” William said, then they heard a noise, the tyre was flat. They were unhappy about it, they tried to fix it but they did not know how. It was a hard thing to do. Then suddenly someone came flying out of the sky. “Its Greatman” shouted Alexa. Greatman was everyones favourite person. Greatman was a brave, kind and content person. Anyway he went down to the car and fixed it in a flash. He then flew away like nothing happened. “Wow!”they all said together. “That was amazing!” William said. They were then horse riding happily all together. Jerome went home and told his family all about it. They then lived happily ever after.
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by Annarosa Payne Grade 4 R Awesome, I am out of this world Normal, I am not too crazy Noble, Clever and bright Active, I have a lot of energy Reader, I love to read books Okay, I’m in the middle Sporty, I love sports Arty, I love making things
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By Cassidi Opperman – Grade 4 R Confident, I am brave Astonishing, I am very cute Surprising, I am very funny Super, I jump into things Incredible, I am different Down to earth, I want to get things done Intelligent, I pay attention
My Favourite Food
by Kahlil Ramjee – Grade 4 M The best food I have tasted is paneer. When I take the first bite into the cheese, I feel very happy. The cheese is so soft, I just want more. The cheese is just so cheesy that you can’t resist it. At first it is hot but it soon turns a bit cold. The cheese is rough but the gravy is smooth. It smells spicy and delicious. It is presented in a plastic cup with a lid and sometimes with lamb biryani.
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Hoe om ‘n vrugteslaai te maak
Thalia Naidoo Grade 4A Sny ‘n waatlemoen en pynappel in blokkies. Sit nou druiwe by. Sny aarbeie en lemoene in skywe. Sny die piesangs in sirkels. Sny die lemoene in driehoeke. Sit nou alles in ‘n bak en meng dit! Hoe om ‘n vrugteslaai te maak
Gabriella Diessel Grade 4A Sny die pynappel en die peer, appel, waatlemoen, papaja en pruime op. Sit die druiwe in ‘n bak. Plaas by die snye vrugte. Meng die bestandele in die bak. Bedien met vrugtesap
Limerick
by Sheena Nkamankeng, Sarah Adebowale and Tara Naidoo- Grade 4A There once was a flea Who loved to drink tea It met a pig Who was wearing a wig They loved to sit under a tree.
Limerick by NiaFeni, Lusaira Chetty- Gangaraju and NothandoNgwenya - Grade 4A There was a dog called flower Who was as tall as a tower He wore a bowtie And really loved pie He had a great big power
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MAGALIESBURG RETREAT Magaliesburg Retreat …what an apt name …we retreated from a slick world addicted to technology into a world that was ruled only by the elements. It was the call of the birds that broke the silence and not the ring of the cell phone. We didn’t touch screens but let our feet touch the grass. It is a world that one can easily forget exists….yet it does ….just two hours away from Johannesburg, in the heart of the Magaliesburg. For many of the children, this was their first time sleeping away from home and they were filled with excitement and trepidation. Many were relieved to discover that they did not have to wash and iron their own clothes, some were relieved there were no bears and others were pleased that they were just expected to eat the food and not cook it as well. They could just be …..children.
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It was such a pleasure to watch our children just be children. To watch them run, laugh and play like children should and yet all the while learning. Their hearts and minds soaking up every experience to be stored as a carefully treasured memory. The children that got off the bus were different. Though weary and dusty, they stood taller and closer to each other. Their smiles were wider, their laughs deeper. They had connected on a far deeper level than any social media would ever allow them to. The mountains had worked their magic ….and even though they will return to the slick modern world, they will do so now with dirt under their fingernails, grit in their souls and an awakened sense of adventure. Long live camp! Ms Simi Moodley
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Ms G Lindsay Smith
Arya Pillay
Bianca Dunu
Boipelo Motsei
Buhle Koaho
Buhle Sidu
Ethan KodisangLondt
Faeez Dada
Jeny Manavalan
John Michael Cartwright
Joy Sparg
Kaihil Cloete
Khululiwe Radebe
Lesego Magwaza
Lukas van Garderen
Makida Belayneh
Oluwakemi Olaleye
Petr Svorc
Thalia Zimmermann
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Xolani Konela
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Phazha Sotsaka
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Ms L van Wyk
Alex Van Dassie
Andisa Magopeni
Anne Marie Luhembe
Asanda Sisulu
Belekazi Mbele
Boitumelo Maseko
Dante Balutto
Dominique Randall
Emma Ross
Gabriel Goodall
Imaan Haffejee
Kayda Wittek-Hassan
Langa Dingiswayo
Lebuso Seseane
Lumko Ntshikila
Maxine Viviers
Meghan Vetten
Mmiki Serifi
Nkazimulo Nene
Nolwandle Makombe
Ntando Radebe
Tiyani Maswanganyi
Tshegofatso Mabitsela
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I am a Cloud
I am made out of tiny droplets of water which gives me my looks and when the birds and planes fly through me, it feels amazing. I have been through every continent, over every sea and ocean. I have released rain, snow and hail onto the earth. I have floated over some of the most popular places on earth. I’ve formed thunder and lightning which scares many, but I’ve brought happiness with my striking beauty when the sun shines on me. Every day I look down on the earth and I especially enjoy watching children flying their kites.
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Clouds I wish I was a mystical, mysterious cloud To trick and turn people’s minds To change my form and shape. I want to let out hail, rain and white snow all over the world. I just want to travel through the sky as I please I wish I was a cloud.
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Book Review Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets JK Rowling A young wizard named Harry Potter is about to attend his second year at Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Little does he know that this year will be as strange as the last. He is on a long and tough road to find the Chamber of Secrets. Will he find it or not? The story takes place at Hogwarts which is one of the best schools in wizard world. At Hogwarts the children learn thousands of potions, spells and much more! The main characters of the story are Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, who is a rather freckledboy with bright ginger hair and last, but definitely not least, there is Hermione Granger who is one of the smartest girls in the school. I thought this book was amazing. It was filled with mystery and written intelligently. I couldn’t put the book down until I finished reading it. Harry Potter is such an amazing character. Oluwakemi Olaleye 5L
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Ek wil julle vertel van my dans held. Haar naam is Madison Ziegler en sy is twaalf jaar oud. Sy dans vir die Abby Lee Dansskool en haar afrigter is Abby Lee Miller. Maddie ken byna al die danse. Sy is deel van ‘n familie van vier. Ek hoop om eendag te wees soos Maddie Ziegler!
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My gunsteling sport
Ons familie is mal oor swem. Almal van ons swem! Ek het geleer om te swem toe ek vyf jaar oud was. Ek hou van swem omdat die water lekker koel is en op ‘n warm dag is dit heerlik. Ek voel lig in die water en ek hou van die kompetisie tussen die swemmers. My beste swemslag is rugsalg. Ek het eerste plek behaal in die skool se laaste swemgala. Ek en Joy Sparg het die eerste plek gedeel vir die onder elf meisies. Ek het hierdie jaar my eerste midmarmyl geswem. Meghan Vetten Grade 5V
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Along the Nile I sat on my favourite rock near the Nile. The sun burned on my face. I was too young to do most things involving work except for cooking and cleaning in the house with my mother. I didn’t go to school so all I could do today was come out and sit next to the Nile! I watched as a little raft paddled by. I wondered what it would be like to row a boat. My father worked as a fisherman. He said I was never to go onto a boat until I was older for it might be dangerous and I could fall out. I saw some hippo hunters battling to catch a baby hippo. Its mother roared in anger as they put a rope over its head. She took one bite at the rope and it snapped loudly. The hunters shouted in frustration so they gave up and left them alone. I noticed Nakht sailing in his large boat across the Nile. I imagined what it would be like to be wealthy. To wear lovely clothes every day. To have your own boat, but I told myself to clear that thought in my head. I saw a couple of children run out of a classroom. They were holding onto something, but I couldn’t figure out what it was. I tried to look closer and I finally saw what they were holding- a fresh scroll of papyrus- I noticed a few hieroglyphics on the weaved paper. I wished I could have an education. A tear fell down my cheek. It was getting late, my mother will be worried if I don’t get back now. I ran up to our small house and looked back at the sun disappearing behind the pyramids.
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MAGALIESBURG CYARA The Grade 5 camp was held at Cyara in the Magaliesberg. The program was filled with fun activities, such as wall climbing, building of structures, obstacle courses and a hike up the mountain and down into the gorge. Each group built a raft which they raced across the swimming pool. The evening activities included a game of pirate cluedo and skits around the camp fire. The camp was enjoyed by all!! Ms Gianna Lindsay-smith
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VISUAL ARTS Keera Lallubhai
Jhyan Adam
Darshan Govender
Sphosihle Ntshangase
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Ms S Cross
Amaarah Mia
Anezka Joseph
Byron Benissan
Darshan Govender
Ebehita Ukhurebor
Ethan WilkinsonFelgate
Graeme Blain
Gregory Leong
Jadyn Frederick
Jhyan Adam
Jones Moyo
Kayla Nwokeyi
Kayle Wykes
Keera Lallubhai
Musab Alshargawi
Nathan Nayager
Nhlamulo Kubayi
Olayanka Reddy
Omela Mudogo
Oratile Molefe
Priyesh Naidoo
Ross Naidoo
Sahil Moodley
Sphosihle Ntshangase
Tanyaradzwa Muzambwa
Tapiwa Banganayi
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Massimo Marchetti
Maya Brooks
Lisa Askew
Gomolemo Ratsheko
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Anika Singh
Dominic Hamer
Geovanni Naidoo
Gomolemo Ratsheko
Ila Naidoo
Jason Mbaya
John Guest
Jonathan Diessel
Joshua Reddy
Justin Blanckensee
Kavil Hari
Kayle Naidoo
Lisa Askew
Lisakhanya Tshabalala
Londisizwe Sibanda
Massimo Marchetti
Maya Brooks
Misha Maganlal
Oratile Buthelezi
Pasha Maslamoney
Prinita Naidoo
Rithik Bipath
Sibongile Dlodlo
Steven Magampa
Tanyaradza Kaseke
Tebogo Mvelase
Thabo Ndlovu
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Creative IN PRAISE OF MYSELF In praise of myself, my beautiful voice, Running around the house, making noise. In praise of myself, my long fingers and feet, Feeling the sand, out on the beach. In praise of myself, my wonderful hugs, Soft, warm and comforting, like a warm mug. In praise of myself, my soft and delicate skin, There’s always something I’m comfortable in. In praise of myself, my manners and grace, You may not remember that, but you know my face. In praise of myself, my very delicious food, Who knew my cooking could taste this good? In praise of myself, my brain full of facts, Ask me the many ways animals can act! In praise of myself, my ultra fast voice, When you want to listen, it’s your choice. In praise of myself, my super-sharp hearing I can hear your footsteps, slowly nearing….
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WHY DOLPHINS JUMP OUT OF WATER Long, long time ago near a remote island lived the largest pod of dolphins you could imagine. They swam in water that was so cool and clear it sparkled in the day and shimmered at night. Even though the dolphins loved it under the ocean they were sad because they couldn’t go above water. Sometimes they would look up and they would see flying objects and weird creatures with two legs - they longed to see what was beyond the water. One day some of the children went to King James and asked, “Can we go for a swim?” “Sure, but remember not to go above the water,” said the King. While they were swimming through the water one baby dolphin said, “Why can’t we see what’s above the water?” “Well we have never tried it because there was a myth that it was dangerous!” exclaimed the King. “Can we at least have a race?” asked the children. “Well all right,” said the King. So the children had a race, and suddenly by accident one of the baby dolphins jumped out of the water. All of the dolphins were so worried about him. He came back down looking extremely shocked! All the children came rushing to him saying, “What did you see?” When they looked back they saw the king coming towards them. “Why did you do that?” asked the king. “It was an accident.” “Well, what did you see?” asked the king curiously. “I saw flying objects, beautiful plants and weird creatures.” “Sounds interesting.” They all went back home talking about what he had seen. All except the king who was silent the whole way home. He was overcome by curiosity and swam back to where the baby dolphin had jumped out of the water. He wanted to see what was above the water so much that he did what he shouldn’t have done, he jumped. He was amazed at what he saw. When he came back he was so surprised he had to tell all the dolphins about the dazzling moon, sky and the bright sparkling stars. He couldn’t keep it in for much longer; he decided to tell his younger brother who was so astonished by what he had just heard. “That is so different to what we heard as children,” his brother said. “I know,” replied the King,“but now it seems safe so we can finally jump out of the water!We should spread the good news!” The king and his brother spread the news to every dolphin in the kingdom. They were filled with excitement and shock that they could finally jump out of the water and see all the wonderful things every single day. And that’s why dolphins jump out of the water.
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Creative This letter was written by Tanyaradza, with some help from her mother, in response to the outbreak of xenophobia in April this year. The letter received wide coverage; it was published in newspapers, read out on radio stations, featured in an exhibition, and has seen her being invited to address a youth conference.
AN OPEN LETTER TO ALL SOUTH AFRICANS
My name is Danai Pachedu and I am 11years old. For the past two weeks my life has changed. I have been scared to go to the shops because people may recognize me. I have stopped speaking Shona in public or too loudly at home because I might be recognized and our house identified. I don’t go to the park to play anymore because I might not come back if someone recognizes me. I spend most of my time inside our yard or at my private school because I am afraid to go anywhere and be recognized. I hear other children outside our yard laughing and speaking loudly to their parents in foreign languages because they are not afraid. Some of those children are Portuguese from Portugal, Jewish from Israel, Chinese from China, Pakistani, Lebanese, Italian but they are not afraid, they are free. I however, am afraid and don’t feel free. I am still lucky because sometimes people think I am “South African”, strange to me because I am South African or am I? Mulati, my brother is not so “lucky”, most people think he is West African. They will easily smell him out, they will definitely recognize him. So lately he also doesn’t go to the shops or to play in the park anymore. Mulati has been wondering if he should continue to ride his bicycle to the gym or go and practise his soccer at a local ground anymore because he is scared of what they will do to him if they recognize him. Mulati doesn’t look 16, he looks like one of those guys that work daily for so little in the restaurants, they might think he is stealing their jobs, so he is also scared. Mulati is a little bit lucky because he doesn’t have to worry about speaking Shona - he is so bad at Shona in any case that my mum says if he speaks Shona at the Zimbabwean border they will definitely deport him back to South Africa, Eish. I don’t know which is worse, his Shona or his Zulu but what I know is either way, they will smell him out. Then there is my Aunt Alice, she helps us in the house. My mother brought her so that she can assist us with our Shona and the Shona culture. She is so Shona, if it was anywhere else she would be a treasure but here in South Africa, she will definitely be recognized. She carries her permit everywhere, but I don’t think that will help, she always sticks out like a sore thumb. Even the police don’t recognize that permit anyway because every month she tells me that she has to put aside R400 to bribe the police not to deport her. Lately she has taken to skin lighteners so that she can blend in. I am not sure that this has worked, she still smells like a Shona and will still be recognized. She is petrified but has no choice, she must come to work.I am worried about my parents. My mother despite being in South Africa since before 1994 is too Shona, they will recognize her. She has to carry her South African Identity document everywhere but that doesn’t help either because many a times, she has been accused of forging it. When I am at school I worry that she might forget and speak with a Shona accent or say her surname to someone and give herself away. My dad is a bit lucky he works in Rosebank and they won’t go there. It’s my mum and the other people that work in our small shop, in Chinese shops, as domestic workers and in restaurants where they earn less than R1500, that they will target. I am told they are stealing South African jobs. I don’t understand that? Why don’t they punish the people who give them jobs or are they scared of them? Are the Portuguese from Portugal, Jewish from Israel, Chinese from China, Pakistanis, Lebanese, Italians not stealing South African jobs or are they scared of them? My parents have worked tirelessly for 9 years to make our small shop work. The shop is my mother’s pride and she goes there everyday. That shop which has been a blessing, I am afraid will bring us problems. You can’t miss that shop it’s so recognizable. I wish we didn’t need the money from that shop, now I believe we might die because of that shop.
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The problem is I can’t relax because I don’t know when I, or my family, will be recognized. I also don’t understand what my family has done wrong, or what my Aunt Alice, the shop workers, the waiters have all done wrong. I am scared that if they recognize us, they will petrol bomb our shop, kick us out of our house and kill us. I, at least can run and hide in our suburban house. But what if they catch my Aunt or the 85 year old Malawian man who has been in South Africa since he was 25 years old or my cousin Tarisai who works 14 hours a day everyday to survive; they have really done nothing to anyone. I have seen videos of what they can do to “foreigners”. I am scared that no one wants to protect us, not the police and not the government, they will just put us in tents in a football field and justify that we are involved in crimes. The majority of the South African citizens don’t seem to care, they won’t speak up for us. The majority of citizens and our neighbours don’t want to get involved, some of them seem to also think we should be recognized and “dealt” with. I am worried that its just a matter of time before all “national foreigners or is it foreign nationals” are recognized and killed. The world doesn’t care, we are not Charlie Hebdo, not American, not European nor Chinese nationals. We are KWEREKWERES. I wonder where we will go when the time comes. Mulati and I were born in South Africa, we have never lived anywhere else. My mum and dad have been in South Africa for more than 20 years and they are “citizens”, basically all their adult life has been in South Africa. My Aunt Alice is just trying to survive and she hasn’t committed a crime. The workers at our shop have never hurt anyone and mum says she keeps them because they are prepared to work and cook Shona meals. They are good people and they don’t commit any crimes. I am scared that one day, I and my fellow KWEREKWERES will be beaten to death or doused with petrol and burnt alive for being KWEREKWERES. That we won’t be given a chance to show our ID, that even an ID won’t save us. That, when the day comes our only crime will be that we are RECOGNISED as KWEREKWERES and don’t deserve to be treated like human beings least of all as fellow South Africans or Africans. Every night I listen to my parents speak into the early hours of where we can run to. Maybe New Zealand, Australia or Canada, they take professionals there I believe. But I am scared of this as well. I will miss my friends, my school, my home and my country and there I will definitely be “a national foreigner or a foreign national”. Some say we should go back to Zimbabwe? Where will my parents start after 23 years of absence, where will Aunty Alice get money to feed her family, where will our workers start? What will Mulati do, he can’t even speak Shona, and doesn’t even like being in Zimbabwe because he says he can’t identify with anything there, well neither can I. Will I ever be considered South African or a fellow human being? I wonder why my “South African” brothers and sisters don’t like me so much and yet they are happy to embrace the Portuguese from Portugal, Jewish from Israel, Chinese from China, Pakistanis, Lebanese, Italians, anything but African. After all we all know they have more money than the poor Africans, bigger shops. Will I ever stop feeling scared of my fellow countryman? Most importantly, are you all going to turn a blind eye, while innocent people are killed, their only crime being that they are KWEREKWERE and are doing their best to survive and feed their families. Must a Portuguese from Portugal, Jewish from Israel, Chinese from China, Pakistan, Lebanese, Italian, European or American be killed first before we speak out? My name is Danai Pachedu, Je suis KWEREKWERE. Xenophobia a ticking time bomb. Please help me to get the whole school to hear this. Help me start #jesuiskwerekwere
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Creative Grade 6 afrikaans Sport Netbal is my gunsteling sport. Daar is sewe spelers in ‘n span. Ek geniet dit om netbal te speel. Daar is baie reëls in netbal. Ons volg die reëls baie goed (ten minste dink ons so) Daar is kontak, obstruksie en vele meer oortredings in netbal.
Feel my pain
Ek geniet die wedstyde baie maar ek dink ek vind toernooi meer opwindend. Ons oefen baie hard vir wedstryde!
I feel so lonely I feel so sad
-Pasha Maslamoney Grade 6N
People always tease me And that makes me mad All my rage Is in a can People don’t understand Who I am I don’t feel confident On this continent Why are they so mean I am also a human being Why do they do this Why don’t they stop They think they rule But for me it is not cool By Misha Maganlal and Keera Lallubhai Grade 6
THE LOST CITY OF MAPUNGUBWE Tapiwa Banganayi 6C This movie can be watched by downloading a QR scanner or you can type the URL below into your browser. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZO5_Ur_64Y
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Congratulations to John Guest in Grade 6N who was a finalist in the Artistic Excellence category of the Apple in Ed competition run by Get Ahead and the Apple Core group. His storybook ‘How the Frog got its Croak’ was awarded a second place. The standard of entries was very high and this is a great achievement.
How the frog got its croak John Guest 6N
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grade 6 CAMP We went on the foefie slide and had a mud fight – it was so amazing I could have stayed there the whole day. BUT I got mud in my ear and even worse, my hair. That was it! I needed a shower. When I got to the dorm it was just me vs. the shower – oh how lovely it felt to be clean. Byron Benissan 6C At the dam there was a foefie slide and a huge platform for jumping. The foefie slide was so scary I didn’t even scream. Then I climbed to the top storey of the platform because I thought it was as high as our school diving board. But of course I was wrong – it was so much higher. I somehow survived the jump. Tapiwa Banganayi 6C I got bitten by a lot of mosquitoes even though I covered myself with Peaceful Sleep. I couldn’t understand why Dominic didn’t get bitten. Maybe it was because he slept under the spiders! Ethan Wilkinson-Felgate 6C One learns a lot about oneself when one is with new people in new surroundings. I, for one, learnt a lot about myself. I am sure that most girls dream about the day their frog prince will come for them. I, however, have stopped dreaming, as I will never kiss a frog due to my newfound phobia of the slimy amphibians. Tanya Kaseke 6N Camp was a really good bonding experience with my friends and people I wasn’t so well acquainted with. The homesickness started getting INTENSE on the last night but when I got home my mom treated me to some ‘chocolat’! Zazi Dana 6C I enjoyed the second day because we went on the foefie slides – I was scared and excited. Later on we told each other stories about fiction books we’d read and movies we’d seen. Steven Magampa 6N
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grade 6 CAMP The highlight of the camp was spending time with my friends. We were always having fun, laughing, singing, talking and dancing. At lunch, or at the end of the day when we went to our cabins, we talked about what we had done and shared all the gossip. Pasha Maslamoney 6N I think you would have enjoyed the food. Some sausage and egg, bolognaise, chicken and rice, French toast and cereal. So I’d like to say a big thanks to all the people who made the food. Overall I enjoyed camp a lot. P.S. too many mosquitoes! Jonathan Diessel 6N We went on an obstacle course on which we had to carry water in a cup to reach a bucket and fill it up. Then we went to a letter magnet activity where we picked the correct letter to make a word. Before we left we told our group members what we liked about them. Jadyn Frederick 6N On Wednesday the 25th of February I woke up and stood at the foot of Jonathan’s bed where everyone was crowding. When he woke up we all shouted, “Happy birthday, Jonathan!” Graeme Blain 6C The activities we did were challenging. My favourite activity was the obstacle course because it got me thinking. I also enjoyed the slingshot challenge because I like competing against other teams. The mud fight was my second favourite activity because my friends and I had fun splattering mud on people. Jhyan Adam 6C I enjoyed the activities on camp quite a lot. I really liked the keypunch where we had to get all the numbers in the correct order. We also had fun in the mud fight but Ila smushed my head like five times, so yeah. Justin Blanckensee 6N
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grade 6 world religion exhibition On the 8 October, we celebrated our feast day, Sacred Heart Day. In the evening, the Grade Sixes, along with family, friends, special guests and teachers, engaged in a time of communal prayer followed by presentations of the core beliefs of the different faiths studied. All the children then treated those present to a taste of festival foods. There was a display of their projects and symbols made during Art classes, as well as artefacts from various holy festivals and celebrations. The purpose of this event is for the children to share knowledge of their religious tradition, and for us to celebrate the unique opportunity we have at Sacred Heart College, to grow in understanding and appreciation of the richness that diversity can bring to our growth as spiritual beings. Perhaps if all peoples engaged in the following practice the world would achieve peace and harmony:
Our first task when approaching Another people, Another culture, Another religion, Is to take off our shoes, For the ground we approaching Is Holy. Else we may find ourselves Treading on people’s dreams. More seriously still We may forget that GOD WAS THERE beforeOur arrival. (Little Sister Madeleine of Jesus)
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learner leadership The Learner Leaders of 2015 have faced the exciting, but challenging, task of leading their younger brothers and sisters in the Primary School in the way of St Marcellin – kind, firm and fair. They have rotated through three of five committees and exercised skills they learned in training – running committee meetings, fulfilling daily or weekly duties and role-modelling respect. The Concern Committee….. … is responsible for helping children at the school be more aware of the environment and for running the paper recycling in the Primary School, which is managed weekly. Our long term goal is to try and stop people from littering rather than having to pick it up. The committee members also monitor classes at assemblies and line-ups. The School Life Committee…. …meet regularly, monitor the classes at assemblies and Masses, is responsible for ringing the bell at the ends of break, and assist with the costume room and resources used for events and productions. The First Aid Committee….. … always does a training workshop at the beginning of each term which prepares them for first aid duties. They work in pairs and do duty at break time and occasionally at matches, if they are not playing. They are trained to bring those who are more seriously injured to the nurse. This year, they have done educational inputs for assembly on Safety at the Roller Blade Disco and on the importance of wearing seat belts.
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The St MarcellinCommittee…… … takes responsibility for reading at the Academic, Champagnat Day and Sacred Heart Day masses. They donate nappies, toys and baby clothes to the St Jane’s de Chantal children’s home and spend an afternoon with the children at the home, playing games with them. They also raise awareness of charities that need our support. Their ongoing daily task is to help with monitoring the classes for assemblies and other line-ups. The Catering Committee….. … meet weekly and assist with catering at matches. All the committees help at the Roller Blade Disco and organise stalls to raise funds for charity at the Big Walk. Well done to the LLS of 2015 – it has been wonderful to see you grow as young leaders. Thank you for all the ways in which you have served the Sacred Heart Community.
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PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT BASKETBALL U10
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Boitumelo Maseko, Tsireletso Methula, Lebuso Seseane, Andisa Magopeni, Tumelo Mogano, Nkazimulo Nene, Asanda Sisulu, Jeny Manavalan Alex Van Dassie, Tiyani Maswanganyi, Boipelo Motsei, Gabriel Goodall Khululiwe Radebe, Phazha Sotsaka, Mr M Bonunu, Mr N Zondo, Mr N Lubanzadio, Nolwandle Makombe, Xolani Konela
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Londisizwe Sibanda, Jones Moyo, Jason Mbaya, Omela Mudogo, Jadyn Frederick, Byron Benissan, Tanyaradzwa Muzambwa Tebogo Mvelase, Ebehita Ukhurebor, Mr N Lubanzdio, Ms B Nhlapo, Mr MBonunu, Thabo Ndlovu, Musab Alshargawi
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Mr N Zondo, Kaihil Cloete, Zayd Ellahi, Boipelo Motsei, Amaarah Mia, Jones Moyo, Ebehita Ukhurebor, Oluwakemi Olaleye, Lukas van Garderen, Alex Van Dassie, Mr A van der Merwe Thandolwethu Mtsweni, Otsile Jarabane, Langa Dingiswayo, Mmiki Serifi, Sphosihle Ntshangase, Tiyani Maswanganyi, Tshegofatso Mabitsela, Nolwandle Makombe, Thalia Naidoo, Keera Lallubhai, Oludamilare Ajibade, Nia Feni Aisaborluokpia Ukhurebor, Kira Naidoo, Temitayo Olaleye, Zenzo Madlala, Siyanda Ngqinambi, Kayla Phiri, Ethan Wilkinson-Felgate, Nothando Ngwenya, Che De Vos Kearabetswe Moseki, Alex Vivier, Drew Wilkinson-Felgate, Alley Westbrook, Elias Gavriel, Minkateko Mangolela, Meghan Botha, Keeran Sriskandarajah, Tshiamo Mabitsela
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PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT SOCCER U7
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Mr N Lubanzadio, Dikgang Motingoe, Lee-Roy Mthonyana, Kade Westbrook, Tumisho Makweya, Eden Garrine, Fallyn Lawrence, Luca Catling, Masego Masentlha, Dakota Jeevanantham, Ben Zhang, Mr CNechironga Felix Doherty, Amandla Khawe, Tomas Correia, Paballo Bogopa, Fumani Masumbe, Sarfaaraaz Ismail, Morena Makgato, Lukhanyo Sontyantya, Luyolo Simelane, Timothy Doherty, Thebe Tsiki Zibusiso Ndlovu, Energy Chawoneka, Kwena Sbesho, Gemma-Lee Stainbank, Luke Julian, Felix Mandeya, Tshiamo Mafata, Aqilah Ebrahim, Tshepo Hlatshwayo Joshua Harrage-Moore, Dumiso Nzimande, Reatlegile Masuku, Rhys Wilkinson- Felgate, Mitchie Luo, Nicholas Bwasa, Michelle Nkamankeng, ZinzileR adebe, Phama Radebe
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Mr K Mwase, Philasande Kunene, Moitshepi Masebe, Taoana Lediga, Xola Vilakazi, Jude Hamer, Urav Sankar, Kopano Ndlovu, Luke Lerotholi, Joanna Nembalemba, Yethu Gqola, Nehemia Gebrie, Joshua Koricho, Mr N Zondo Aryan Gokul, Steven Assefa, Siyanda Shabangu, Tinyiko Ngobeni, Tariq Moyce, Merveille Bwasa, Adam Latchmiah, Sihaan Singh, Tanatswa Muzambwa, Zinedine Kala, Zuri Ojwang-Bangura, Nkululeko Kubheka Ofentse Motaung, Otlile Moretlwe, Kganya Moreki, Deandre Mackay, Mr A van der Merwe, Hyab Hilkeyas, Zayaan Bhika, LuoqiS hen, Aadit Pooran Nayen Kellan, Duduzile Konela, Alula Omotoso, Casey Mateme, Kaelo Sono, Siyabonga Mncube, Mahlajti Manthata, MbaliKonela, Itumeleng Mphahlele
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SOCCER U9
Mr J Lambert, Gabriel Van Rooyen, Elias Gavriel, Olwethu Phakathi, Brandon Benissan, Hayden Van Dassie, Luca Sluis-Cremer, Michael Belayneh, Obinna Mntande, Zenzo Madlala, Temitayo Olaleye, Anesu Makamanzi, Mr M Bonunu Thabo Ndlovu, Nathaniel Harrage-Moore, Gabriel Gwanda, Keeran Sriskandarajah, Kalema Mhlongo, Michael Loff, Thando Khumalo, Zuko Ntshikila, Mpendulo Msiza, Hunayn Hartley, Akwande Mazaka, Bophelo Mwale Rashid Sayed, Phumelela Ncube, Kearabetswe Moseki, Tumisho Matjiu, Zuri Lepono, Ubayd Mia, Nicholas Morris, Zain Seedat, Mahlori Ngobeni Lukhanyo Kobokwana
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PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT SOCCER U11
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Tristan Naidoo, Zayd Ellahi, Tumelo Mogano, Andisa Magopeni, Thandolwethu Seth, Lebuso Seseane, Tsireletso Methula, Ziya Toerien, Boitumelo Maseko Lumko Ntshikila, Ethan Kodisang-Londt, Kaihil Cloete, Thalia Zimmermann, Lukas van Garderen, Nkazimulo Nene, Alex Van Dassie, Kayda Wittek-Hassan, Gabriel Goodall, Tshegofatso Mabitsela Faeez Dada, Fady Tarawneh, Imaan Haffejee, Langa Dingiswayo, Mr N Zondo, Meghan Vetten, Mmiki Serifi, Phazha Sotsaka, Xolani Konela
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NETBALL U7
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PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT NETBALL U8
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Masaki Mwansa, Vangile Zwakala, Gemma Naidoo, Sibusiso Ndlovu, Siphesihle Radebe, Joanna Nembalemba, Siphokazi Mlotshwa, Callysta Watson, Siphesihle Zondi, Reese Van Dassie, Oluchi Ikegwu Isabella Brooks, Cecile Lufungula, Thabisile Tshuma, Bathandwa Senoamali, Nothando Michaels, Chidera Iheson, Erin Hamer, Kayleigh Hendricks, Alicia Thring, Deandre Mackay, Mukhethwa Makhuvha Linah Naiker,Osemen Ukhurebor, Rylee Ison, Tiane Ferreira, Mrs P Douglas, Gaopalelwe Gudu, Mika Luo, Shamiso Makombe, Firdaus Zaman Phenyo Gaoagwe, Caitlyn Govender, Laila Sriskandarajah, Tshiamo Mogale, Mbali Konela, Duduzile Konela, Alice Kamana, Musakathixo Ncube, Basani Ngobeni
NETBALL U9
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Mary-Gen Correia, Martinique Njike, Rachael Mang’ana, Nyasha Jaka, Ephrata Koricho, Caitlin Naidoo, Kayla Phiri Aura Naidoo, Amukelani Maseko, Francesca Gore, Owethu Lurwengu, Bethyna Bedi, Stephany Amungwat, Lisakhanya Dingiswayo, Kganya Kungoane, Alley Westbrook Isabella Sinclair, Tshegofatso Ditlhake, Tshiamo Mabitsela, Alex Vivier, Ms B Kither, Naomi Molakeng, Lamees Bheekoo, Stacey Fru, Aamirah Sharfoddin
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Lindelwe Sibanda, Alice Fletcher, Almaz Aitelabd, Grace Bedi, Lusaira Chetty, Jaess Maghoma, Thalia Naidoo Bahle Mashinini, Kira Naidoo, Dennika Ramiah, Unathi Thusini, Sheena Nkamankeng, Nia Feni, Lindiwe Gaar, Nothando Ngwenya, Leila Wakefield Siyadumisa Ncube, Malebo Mosobe, Ropafadzo Dube, Mrs C Raath, Cassidi Opperman, Aneeqa Moyce, Tshego Molefe
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Anne Marie Luhembe, Jeny Manavalan, Asanda Sisulu, Dominique Randall, Buhle Sidu, Joy Sparg, Thandekile Tshuma, Ntando Radebe, Boipelo Motsei Belekazi Mbele, Khululiwe Radebe, Tiyani Maswanganyi, Mrs L van Wyk, Refilwe Kgame, Nolwandle Makombe, Yandisa Bafo
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PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORT NETBALL U12
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Mr J Lambert, Joshua Koricho, Philasande Kunene, Gemma Naidoo, Nehemia Gebrie, Kopano Ndlovu, Taoana Lediga, Xola Vilakazi, Oluchi Ikegwu, Zinedine Kala , Mr K Mwase Aryan Gokul, Zuri Ojwang-Bangura, Siyanda Shabangu, Kganya Moreki, Yethu Gqola, Reese Van Dassie, Adam Latchmiah, Moitshepi Masebe, Tinyiko Ngobeni Kaelo Sono, Nkululeko Kubheka, Fumani Masumbe, Otlile Moretlwe, Aadit Pooran, Sihaan Singh, Kade Westbrook, Tomas Correia, Siyabonga Mncube Dumiso Nzimande, Phama Radebe, Reatlegile Masuku, Timothy Doherty, Laila Sriskandarajah, Nayen Kellan, Itumeleng Mphahlele, Thebe Tsiki, Rhys Wilkinson-Felgate
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Gabriel Van Rooyen, Elias Gavriel, Brandon Benissan, Hayden Van Dassie, Luca Sluis-Cremer, Zenzo Madlala, Temitayo Olaleye, Anesu Makamanzi, Olwethu Phakathi, Thando Khumalo Sihaan Singh, Gabriel Gwanda, Akwande Mazaka, Michael Loff, Zuko Ntshikila, Keeran Sriskandarajah, Kano Mokoka, Siyanda Shabangu Zain Seedat, Nicholas Morris, Aryan Gokul, Phumelela Ncube, Mr J Lambert, Nayen Kellan, Zuri Lepono, Kearabetswe Moseki, Aadit Pooran Lukhanyo Kobokwana
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Back L-R: Gregory Leong, Darshan Govender, Joshua Reddy, Priyesh Naidoo, Tapiwa Banganayi, Yudaylin Ramiah Front L-R: Ethan Wilkinson-Felgate, Thandolwethu Mtsweni, Graeme Blain, Mr J Lambert, Lukas van Garderen, Kavil Hari, Oratile Buthelezi
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Justin Blanckensee, Maya Brooks, Arnav Moodley, Dominic Hamer, Kayla Nwokeyi, Oratile Molefe, Lisa Askew Mrs C Bacalhau, Alex van Dassie, Nkateko Mangolela, Yudaylin Ramiah, Joy Sparg, Ila Naidoo, Luca Sluis-Cremer, Shanon Fru, Ms B Kither Ethan Wilkinson-Felgate, Unathi Ngwenya, Sheena Nkamankeng, Tshegofatso Mabitsela, Mr A van der Merwe, Pasha Maslamoney, Meghan Vetten, Megan Harvey, Zenzo Madlala Rachael Mang’ana, Kira Naidoo, Hayden van Dassie, Bahle Mashinini, Drew Wilkinson-Felgate, Meghan Botha, Tshiamo Mabitsela
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Back L-R: Tinyiko Ngobeni; Hunayn Hartley, Siphesihle Radebe, Callysta Watson, Luke Lerotholi, Jude Hamer, Kopano Ndlovu, Nehemia Gebrie, Francesca Gore, Mpendulo Msiza Middle L-R: Aryan Gokul, Ofentse Motuang, Thabo Ndlovo, Kayleigh Hendricks, Tariq Moyce, Mrs P Els, Kganya Moreki, ThabisileT shuma,Oluchi Ikegwu, Alula Omotoso, Mukhethwa Makhuva Middle L-R: Caitlyn Govender, Tshiamo Mogale, Laila Sriskandarajah, Duduzile Konela, Mbali Konela, Gaopalelwe Gudu, Itumuleng Mphahele, Tiane Ferreira Front L-R: Basani Ngobeni, Musakathixo Ncube, Linah Naiker, Mika Luo, Firdaus Zaman, Osemen Ukhurebor, Phenyo Gaoagwe
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SWIM -ATHON The Swim-a-Thon took place on Saturday, 7 March. The weather played its part and everyone who attended enjoyed a really fun day in the sun. The children swam magnificently. A big thank-you to the Parents Association who had lots of delicious food and drinks on sale, and to the many parents who participated in the Fun Teachers/Parents Race! Congratulations to all our wonderful children and parents on raising R80Â 300.00. You can all be justly proud of your efforts. The money raised will go towards building new change rooms. We look forward to another successful and well attended Swim-a-Thon next year. Mr van der Merwe
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PRIMARY SCHOOL ACHIeVERS Shanti Adams Shanti received the following at the SANESA Ekurhuleni awards: - Victor Ludorum for dressage Level 1 (highest scores across four qualifiers in the region. She got six firsts and two seconds) - In the top ten riders (on points) across all levels for Ekurhuleni - Selected for the A team for Regionals in Dressage - Selected for the A team for Regionals in Equitation - Sacred Heart College Primary achieved a 5th place for the size category (2 to 5 riders)
Golf Star Kayle Wykes 2015 has proven to be another exciting golf year for Kayle Wykes. He continued to compete in the SAKids Association where he is currently ranked in the top 10 in the 11-12 age category. He achieved a 2nd place finish in the SAKids world qualifier and because of this, he received an invitation to play in the junior event in Italy. He also received an exemption invitation from USKids to compete in the European Junior Championship and the World Championship held in Pinehurst, USA. Kayle also played club golf for CMR golf club. Here he finished 5th, the best finish by a CMR junior in the Club Champs off the men’s tee. He is the youngest CMR junior to be selected for the Junior League Team. On 9 August, he represented his club in the Louis Oosthuizen Junior Qualifier. His CMR team ended 2nd and will compete in the Inter Club Challenge in Langebaan in September. Kayle was selected onto the Central Gauteng U13 team. He has earned full Gauteng colours. He represented Central Gauteng at the Quadrangular held in Nelspruit in June where he won all his singles matches and the team ended 2nd. Kayle won the Ekurhuleni U13 championship, which he was invited to participate in. Another event that he competed in was the Glacier Juniors, which is sponsored by Ernie Els. He achieved a 2nd place finish. Kayle remains committed to achieving his best in the sport of golf and Sacred Heart College continues to wish him the greatest success in all his endeavours.
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PRIMARY SCHOOL ACHIEVERS Alex van Dassie Alex van Dassie was selected for the Rand Central Local Football Association Under 11 Boys Team which participated in the Inter-District Tournament in Durban during October.
Zaheen Casey Zaheen was extended an invitation to attend DFI (Deutsche Fubbal Internat) Training Academy in Germany.DFI is a boarding school at which young talented aspiring footballers train, live and school. During his two weeks there he will undergo individual and group training, as well as assessments.On his departure he will be issued with a comprehensive report which will then assist in further improving his game. The trip will also give him insight as to the standard of soccer at professional academies abroad.
Kaihil Cloete Kaihil Cloete was awarded his Under 11 Eastern District colours. He was also selected to play for the Eastern Local Football Association in the Inter-District Tournament in October.
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Ten Gymnasts in Central Gauteng teams in 2015 Sheena Nkamankeng, Tiyani Maswanganyi, Leila Wakefield Thalia Naidoo, Sara Feldman, Cassidi Opperman Owethu Lurwengu, Ephrata Koricho Unathi Thusini, Boipelo Motsei Lukas van Garderen and Kavil Hari were selected for the Under 12 North East Area Cricket Team.
Tiyani Maswanganyi and Sara Feldman represented Gauteng at the South African Games in Johannesburg, in October 2015.
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PARENT ASSOCIATION This year was once again packed with opportunities for parents and guardians to be involved in the education of their children. As so many ancient proverbs say, “… it takes a village to raise a child”. Our children need more than an academic education to develop into young adults; they also need to develop their social skills to learn to interact with other children and adults. When children see how their primary caregivers, the people they hold most dear – parents and teachers – interact with one another and actively participate in school events that support the functioning of the school and promote its well-being, they develop their social skills.
that reflected the multi-cultural school that we are. We even challenged the teachers to a swim off, and, depending who you asked, PARENTS RULE! Events such as Mindworks, reading support, various sporting events throughout the year and food packing for the Three2Six project cannot take place without the overwhelming support of our parent body. A big thank you to all those parents that volunteered for many hours. Also thank you to all the parents that are regularly involved, giving of their time and resources, the commitment is appreciated.
We started the year off with the grade parties that gave our new parents a wonderful opportunity to Parents can join the monthly meetings where we continue meet fellow parents and to experience the wonderful to interact with each other and find new and exciting ways family spirit, one of the Marist principles, at the school. to support the school in the education of our children. Let’s continue to build on our vision of an involved We also had the annual swim-a-thon, an event that aims at parent body and get even more families involved in 2016. raising funds for improvement projects in and around the pool. On the day the parents were involved in “feeding” the To all of you, have a good rest and see you in 2016. school, providing eats and beverages ranging from bacon and egg rolls to lovely sweet pancakes, and a whole lot in between Marietjie Zimmermann
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Teacher appreciation breakfast Quite recently, I have been wondering why people teach. What attracts people to enduring a relentless assault of incessant noise on their ears, the crushing hours of marking and the frenzied mania of the end-of-term compilation of reports? Could it be the money? Ha- No! Is it the half-day job from 7h30 to 19h30 and beyond? Um – Noooo. I know – it’s all the holidays that they get to compensate for all the weekends spent prepping, marking and attending functions, but which I can’t use to go away because I have no money to do so. Hmmmm-No. It is the delighted little faces, eager for knowledge and waiting quietly to receive it? Umm- maybe –but you have to take away ‘delighted’, eager for knowledge and waiting quietly. So it must be something else, something more innate or interior; an investment of self in the task of teaching or a calling. Now I am impatient with the notion of ‘calling’ because I find it gives others leave to take for granted what teachers do. Once I sat next to man at a business dinner for my husband’s company. He said, “I admire you teachers.” “Great,” I said, “so you are obviously encouraging your child to become a teacher”. He looked quite startled at that idea and then uncomfortably started to justify why his child was to become an accountant and that teaching was a calling, but, we both knew that he was really saying he wanted something better for his son; that teaching was too lowly. He wanted his son to make it in the world, to achieve something great. And that, of course, begs the question: What is a great achievement? And is it great to make it in the world or make a difference in the world? In Ulysses one of my favourite poems by Tennysen, Ulysses is called to adventure. He has already achieved great deeds but still he feels ‘in the gleam of the dark broad seas’ a further calling. He gathers his mariners who are of ‘one equal temper of heroic hearts’ and in response the moan of the deep, that is to the lure of the sea, they set off ‘to strive, to seek, to find and not to yield’. In other words, to do heroic stuff- to achieve something great. Now Ulysses didn’t have to fight with his men about getting into the boat; when he gave an order, everyone listened, when he spoke, they were quiet. He didn’t have to ask where’s your sword, where’s your helmet or where is your shield. When they got into the boat they didn’t have to fight about where they were going to sit; nobody took anyone else’s oar and they all rowed in the same way at the same time. When he clearly explained his
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carefully crafted cunning and creative plan, everyone listened, no one looked bored and no one raised their hand in the middle of the explanation to ask “can I go to the bathroom”. Ulysses didn’t have to worry that when he led the men anywhere he might turn around and discover that some had stopped to tie their shoes, others were running over to examine something they considered interesting and a couple had got lost along the way and disappeared. Most of all, he didn’t have to worry that someone would make a hole in the boat just to see what happens. No, a teacher’s classroom is a bit like an arcade game where you have to keep hitting the creatures that pop out of the holes with that squishy, squeaky hammer as fast as you can: ‘sit down, be quiet, take out your book, stop that, put that down, give that back, sit down, be quiet, stop that, leave her alone, put it away, (The image is quite violent, but quite satisfying somehow…..) A teacher’s day outside of lesson time is much the same with that same hammer action – prep, admin, mark, parents, camp, sort out fight, mark, prep, parent, admin, co-curricular, parent, admin, parent, parent, parent…(This violent image is becoming more and more satisfying). Ulysses didn’t have to deal with his mariners parents. So who is more hectic? Who is dealing with the bigger challenge? So what’s this about a calling- a passion – a love? Well, that’s what it must be – a passion for lighting the way for the young Ulysses in our care – to enable them to find their own calls to their own adventures. Like many parents present here this morning, my eldest son is in his last year of primary school. My younger in his first and he reminds me of when my eldest started his journey here. I see the faces of those who have been an integral part of his and his friends’ journeys, both in the classroom, and on the sports field, and I want to thank you for all the care you have given them on the journey. This breakfast can only be a small gesture from the parents to show how much we value you all and appreciate what you do, especially at this time of the year when you must be feeling like a balloon slowly deflating and the passion seeping out of you. We hope it will go a little way to fortifying your spirits and to rekindling a little more passion to enable you as Ulysses to strive, to seek, to find and not to yield. Thank You Linda Wilkinson-Felgate PA Association
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PRInCIPAL’S REPORT We have arrived at the end of our journey, namely Destination 2015. A key aspect of that journey has been creating formal and informal learning experiences for the learners in the high school that form the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary for their success in the 21st century. Along this journey we have created opportunities for them to become creative, ethical and disciplined learners. We know that this is what allows our learners to discover a sense of purpose and meaning. It is this sense of purpose that leaves them with a feeling that they have achieved something, personally and collectively. Looking through the magazine gives you a snapshot of the richness of these learning experiences at our school and a real sense of progress that makes what each member of the community does worthwhile. Our magazine is an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the learners of our school and to reflect our school in all its diversity. It is essentially this acknowledgement and celebration that fuels the passion of all members of our school community.
We make a very big mistake if we do not engage our learners in their own learning. Our approach to teaching and learning at Sacred Heart College encourages our learners to engage in all aspects of their school life so that they are globally aware and competitive. We teach them to be digitally savvy and to understand the role of technology in their learning. Creating this kind of innovative educational environment can be messy and complicated. It may leave some adults feeling desperately out of control and the danger in this is that we might be tempted to go backwards; to long for a past that was simpler, but as Franklin D Roosevelt said, “we cannot build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future”. We are not just building our youth for the future; we are inviting them to be active designers of that future. Their experiences at Sacred Heart College provide them with the knowledge, skills and dispositions that they require. These, when combined with their energy, imagination and talents provide the alchemy for great performance, which bodes well for all our futures. Ms Heather Blanckensee
In his book, Good to Great (2011) Jim Collins talks about the culture of organisations and how, if you are able to combine a culture of discipline with a creative work ethic and an ethic of risk taking, you get “the alchemy of great performance”. We have all the aspects that make up this great performance at Sacred Heart College. We may not follow a traditional, rigid approach to discipline but our learners have a culture of discipline. They do not pay lip service to respect and authority but ask critical questions about the rules and the values that allow them to understand the rules. It is for this reason that they are credible leaders in institutions of higher learning and beyond. We encourage them to work and think creatively and to develop a work ethic that is satisfying because they have achieved something and not because someone has held results or marks up as the only goal of learning. Thinking creatively and critically is risky. Being an individual and respecting difference as a teenager is also risky but we encourage our learners to do this. We encourage them to learn differently. Being able to do this is only possible if they are not afraid of making mistakes, of experiencing failure and learning from their mistakes and failures. To do this they must develop persistence, self-control, curiosity, meaning, resilience and self-confidence. Our learners need models, not critics. The teachers provide these models and the opportunities to take risks.
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PROJECT SPACE FLEET On 21 and 22 September, lessons were suspended so that the whole of Junior High could participate in an immersive project-based learning experience. MindBurst Workshop facilitated learners to explore the skills of collaboration through the process of designing the interior of spaceships. Unlike most other classroom experiences this was an opportunity to produce new knowledge, rather than memorise and reproduce inherited knowledge. This exciting theme created an opportunity for learners to design the whole of life in miniature. They innovated logos, created 2D and 3D designs of their ships, negotiated a ship’s constitution, managed levels of CO2, participated in an economy, attended courses, decoded messages from aliens, and worked out how many generations it would take to get to their destination – Gliese 667 Cc, an Earth-like planet 23 light years away.
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welcome & farewell
Farewell Mrs Claire Steyn started at Sacred Heart College as a learnership teacher in 2010. After qualifying, Mrs Steyn joined the Mathematics and Geography departments, and soon won over even the most frustrated junior Maths learners. As the senior Geography teacher, her interest in the environment led to the growth of the Enviro club, and as a result of her guidance the school can celebrate their silver flag status as an Eco school. She joins the St Benedict’s staff next year, and we wish her all the best as she continues to grow in her career as a teacher.
Mr Henry du Toit is retiring from teaching after 53 years. Mr Du Toit has been teaching Accounting and Economic Management Sciences at Sacred Heart College for the past 17 years. His no-nonsense approach to classes gave his learners direction and focus, and many of them have gone on to pursue a career in accounting and finance. He developed talent both in his classes and on the sports field. His involvement in athletics saw the team grow in strength over the years to the point where we are consistently competing in the A league. His cricket and soccer teams have also done exceptionally well. We wish Mr du Toit all the best as he visits family in Australia and spends precious time with his wife. Mr Alastair Smurthwaite is retiring after 44 years in education. Over the years he has been a teacher, lecturer, principal, teacher in charge of the equestrian team, band leader, singer, Master of Ceremonies and announcer. In the past six years at Sacred Heart College he has taught History, Mathematical Literacy and Social Sciences. His ability to challenge the learners to think deeply and critically about our past has inspired many learners. His wonderful sense of humour has made many long awards ceremonies a treat and his classes fun. Our Inter-House Music Festivals will not be the same without his incredible guitar and saxophone skills. The many musicians that he helped grow, and the bands that they were part of, have been an important part of our cultural life at Sacred Heart College. With his support, two of our Grade 12 learners have achieved their Gold President’s Award and a significant number achieved a silver award. We wish him all the best as he finds the time to enjoy his two passions: horse riding and music. Mrs Charlot Mackay-Rouse retired after twenty-five years of loyal and dedicated service to Sacred Heart College. In those years, Charlot worked in all the different sections of the school administration. Charlot was always prepared to assist at all school functions; we will miss not seeing her selling tickets or helping out at swimming galas and school plays. Charlot has a love for children, the elderly and the underprivileged, and will always go out of her way to help them. We wish her every happiness in her retirement. May she have time to relax and do the things she really enjoys.
Mrs Vasie Hagroo left at the end of the first term. Her ability to support and encourage learners who struggled with Mathematics will be missed, as will her passionate support of the various soccer teams she was asked to manage. We wish her all the best as she pursues other interests. Mr Mirek Baran left at the end of the second term to explore study opportunities in the USA. Mr Dick Neervoort joined the Mathematics Department this year, but has decided to take on a new position at St Andrews School for Girls.
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welcome & farewell Mrs Carien Venter, the Computer Applications teacher and SASPAC support teacher, has also resigned to be a stay-at-home mom for her three children. Her patience at report time and ability to manage the stress associated with this time was amazing. As the CAT teacher, she was able to support many learners who would not have matriculated with the results that they achieved. We wish her all the best as she supports her young family and furthers her studies.
We said farewell to Mrs Thiru Govender, the Deputy Principal in the High School, at the end of the first term. Mrs Govender made a significant contribution in many different ways throughout the High School during her 20 years at the school. As a Mathematics teacher, her ability to explain and engage all the learners to ensure their success in Mathematics is something that we will all certainly miss. Her vast experience with curriculum has allowed us to continue to innovate and to remain on the cutting edge of curriculum design. The Junior High Project is a testament to this, and also to her ability to engage with a variety of experts to support this innovation. Her relationship with parents has meant that learners with barriers to learning can be accommodated during examination time so that they can reach their potential. Her encouragement, and support of teachers, has also developed a community of learning that is envied by many other schools. It is this expertise that opened up the opportunity to take on a new challenge and to continue to make a significant contribution to education. Mrs Govender took up a position with an organisation called Harambee which finds, trains and places, matriculants in the workplace. Considering the high levels of unemployment, and poor skills development amongst school leavers, we celebrate the opportunity that Mrs Govender has to make a difference to these learners. We wish her every success in her new position.
Mr Peter Augustin has decided to take up a position back in Australia. He has done much to grow the various sporting codes at Sacred Heart College and has been invaluable in progressing our sports development. Mr Augustin has also put in place significant structures and processes that have streamlined the afternoon programme and successfully involved teachers in all aspect of the sports programme. As a role model, and inspiration to our learners, he has embodied the Marist Ethos in a way that gently, but firmly, challenges learners to be young people of integrity and hope. Mr Augustin has also, through his incredible photographic talent, captured each of our sporting seasons in video clips that inspire the learners to “strive for better things”. He has championed the cycling team and was instrumental in helping them develop the “Hearts into the Future” cycle ride. Without him this would not have had the support and impact that it did. His involvement in the Three2Six holiday programme also made a significant contribution to this remarkable project. It is a testament to his commitment to young people and their growth and development. We wish him all the best as he packs up and travels back to Melbourne to be with his family, and as he starts in his new position.
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Welcome It was a pleasure to welcome six new teachers to the staff in the High School. Ms Danielle Khoury joined the Art Department in the position of Creative Arts and English teacher. The amazing art pieces on display in the art exhibition, the first prize won by one of her learners in the Spar Advert Competition, Radio Veritas and Radio in the Box experiment are a testament to her passion and talent, as well as her ability to develop that same passion and talent in her learners.
Ms Nicole Moodley joined Sacred Heart as the Grade 10-12 Information Technology teacher. She has supported the LAN club to such an extent that they came second in the LAN league. She has brought a rigour and high academic standard to this critical subject.
Ms Lynette Ziller came onto the staff as the teacher in charge of the Media Centre. She has worked hard at cataloging the many books we have in our Media Centre and was in charge of implementing and overseeing the reading programme: Lab-on Line. Ms Ziller was able to pick up a Grade 10 History class as the demand for this subject increased.
Mr Wayne Purchase joined the staff in the third term as the Deputy Principal and has already made a significant contribution to the High School Management Committee (HSMC) and the musical life of the school.
Mr Jean Bwasa took over the teaching of our French classes in both Junior and Senior High. The interest in this small, but important, subject has grown as a result. Mr Bwasa’s passion for basketball has also given our basketball teams a boost, reflected in their success at various basketball festivals and in their respective leagues.
Thank you We have been fortunate in having Mrs Kalay Naidoo as a locum Mathematics teacher over the past two terms. Mrs Naidoo took over Ms Hagroo’s Grade 10 class and has supported the Grade 10 learners as they grappled with the demanding curriculum. Ms Lynda Wilkinson has stepped into the very demanding role of full-time English teacher, taking over Mr Baran’s classes from Grade 7-11. We appreciate her thorough preparation and feedback to learners who will be well prepared for what next year has to offer.
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enviro-club Enviro-Club 2015 was yet another year where the Enviro-Club and Eco-Committee made their mark on the broader community. We achieved the Gold Award in 2014. This year, our aim is to achieve the International Flag Award. At the beginning of the year we hosted the Regional Generation Earth (GE) meeting at Sacred Heart. This meeting was very successful as our students shared their goals of what they achieved in 2014. They also shared their 2015 goals with other schools (especially with King David Linksfield). Some of the schools who attended the meeting were Thuto Lesedi High, King David Linksfield and Dainfern College. Ella Bella, the founder of Generation Earth, was very impressed with Sacred Heart’s hospitality. Our Enviro-Club members participated in the Dialogue Day hosted by Nedbank and Generation Earth, where activists, lecturers and governmental officials spoke about food insecurity in South Africa. Lula Pam-Grant (Grade 9C) was chosen at this meeting to represent Sacred Heart College at the GE Youth Summit on Climate Change and Food Security in Africa at the Sandton Convention Centre. Lula spoke about the problems of people having access to food as well as the current solutions that are addressing food insecurity in South Africa. She also discussed the nutritional aspects of food security. Isabella Potenza (Grade 11C) and Astrid Kuhn (Grade 10S) independently wrote and submitted a research paper, ‘Sustainable Development Regarding Food Security’, for the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) as part of their Environmental Sustainability Project for the youth@saiia. Based on their research paper they were chosen to represent Sacred Heart College as finalists at the ESP Presentations held at SAIIA at Wits. At the event, Isabella won an award for Best Presenter. The Enviro-Club and Eco-Committee also helped Ilhaam Bheekoo and Jana Kalmer (both in Matric) with the Vertical Garden workshop for the Sacred Arts Festival. Ms Claire Steyn The Eco-Committee and Enviro-Club of Sacred Heart College have started many initiatives this year to help better the environment around us. We managed to raise R1328 from our bake sale together with our Slipper Day in order to raise funds to campaign against rhino poaching. We also created a rhino banner to help raise awareness for rhinos, whereby the entire high school participated by signing the banner to show their support. Some of the Enviro-Club members participated in the Bloubos Spruit River Clean Up, where they cleaned up the river and surrounding vegetation of any litter and alien invasive plant species. We have started a new initiative where we are encouraging both students and teachers to bring their empty plastic shopping bags for the Repurpose School Bags project. This project recycles these plastic bags by transforming them into school bags. These schools bags have a solar panel attached at the back, which provides 12 hours of light to help students complete their homework in the evening. We would like to continue this project in 2016. Lastly, we have also been constantly recycling paper using the Mpact Recycling Paper bins. Lucia Gao Yu Qing Li, 8C References The Repurpose school bags pictures were downloaded from www.repurposeschoolbags.com All other photographs are taken either by me or my enviro-club members.
The Sacred Heart Enviro-club team at the Dialogue Day hosted by Nedbank and Generation Earth
Our team with fellow participants in the Dialogue Day
Learners collected succulents for the vertical garden
The Enviro Club launched an anti-Rhino poaching campaign at Sacred Heart
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Ella Bella of Generation Earth leads the clean-up
Lula Pam-Grant and Astrid Kuhn get their hands dirty
Many bags of rubbish were removed from the spruit
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Didintle Mogosi and Isabella Potenza at the Generation Earth Youth Summit
The Enviro-Club team at the Youth Summit Lula Pam-Grant addressing delegates at the Generation Earth Youth Summit
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Astrid Kuhn and Isabella Potenza at the Environmental Sustainability Project presentation at the South African Institute for International Affairs
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science expo Science Fair and Expo Regionals 2015 The students responded to this year’s Junior High Science Fair by engaging with some interesting and diverse topics. At the school event, the best projects were selected to attend the Eskom Expo Regional Competition at Wits. At the regional competition, every single entry won an award. Mahin Ali and Tariro Banganayi investigated the effect of temperature on friction (Newton II). Saamridh Ramkelawan and Sara Feldman looked at the sugar content in various drinks. The results are scary. Alexandra Greenberg examined principles of aerodynamics. Alerike Zimmermann rigorously followed the scientific method to determine how the colour of a container affected the rate of evaporation, for which she was awarded a silver medal.Tomas Gavriel and Muhammad Ellahi were interested to find out if different soils affected the pH of water in rivers and dams. Nikhil Hagroo showed that a brand can act as a decoy to the youth.
the Cleanest (and dirtiest) Air-ea. Getting gold at regionals, being selected as finalists at the second round of judging and winning silver at the International Science Fair was exhilarating. At the ISF in Boksburg, we had the opportunity to meet people from all over the region and there were even people from Thailand, Mexico, Namibia and Botswana. We developed strong friendships and learnt so much from the other projects. Just being in that environment sparked so many new ideas and potential projects. We are definitely aiming to get to the ISF again next year and possibly even get gold and go overseas. Charvana Skye Naidoo and Ruth McCormick, Gr 9
Didintle Mogodi and Lula Pam-Grant investigated whether the perceptions of Ebola match the facts. Charvana Skye Naidoo and Ruth McCormick measured air quality at different locations in Johannesburg, and found it to be wanting.
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Paul Stansell (Grade 11) investigated the EMDrive; propellantless propulsion as proposed by NASA. Skye and Ruth and Paul won gold medals, so they progressed to the international finals with 17 000 candidates. Participants came from Brazil, Mexico, Thailand and the SADC countries. Skye and Ruth were awarded a silver medal. Paul received a gold medal and is the winner in his category: Innovation and Technology. Well done to all of you, “Young Scientists”. The University of Pretoria offered a single gold medal which was awarded to Paul. Paul won study grants from the University of Stellenbosch, Wits and the University of Pretoria. He also won a trip to the SKA Telescope and an interview for a possible visit to an international science fair. Ms L Cantin
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Cleanest Air-ea We had the privilege of our project being selected to go through to the ISF (International Science Fair). Our project was on the air quality in five areas in Johannesburg: Midrand (north), Bruma (east), Lenasia (south), Soweto (west) and Johannesburg CBD (central). We tested for two types of air pollution; particulate air pollution, which is the amount of dust and smoke that is in the air, and for the percentage of carbon dioxide in the air. For each area our two sets of results correlated with each other, proving, to our great surprise, that Bruma has the dirtiest air. We also found that Lenasia and Soweto had the cleanest air but the difference is that Soweto made an effort to try improve their air. This is how we found
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science expo The EMDrive; propellantless propulsion The 2015 Dr Meiring Naude medal was awarded to Paul Stansell for his investigation into the EM-Drive propellentless electric propulsion (INNO20). The award is named after Dr Meiring Naudé, who was the first honorary president of Expo as well as head of the CSIR. The award is presented to an outstandingly creative project based on sound scientific research. The candidate had the courage to embark on a project that probes the limits of our current understanding of physics. He impressed with his careful approach to the scientific method, and his depth of understanding of the intricacies of the problem. He was able to critically evaluate his results and to identify a number of controlled variables that might influence these results. Extract from Dr Meiring Naudé medal award I’ve always been interested in space travel, so my project this year was a natural extension of that. I investigated an unconfirmed form of propellantless propulsion known as the EMDrive. Currently there is no conclusive evidence proving
that the EMDrive works, nor is there an accepted theory for how it works. Quantum mechanics tells us that throughout the universe there are constant energy fluctuations which manifest as virtual particle pairs, popping into existence for a very short period of time before evaporating. The theory is that the EMDrive propels these particles much like a submarine propels the water around it. In this way the EMDrive conserves momentum and can operate without any real propellant. Using solar panels as the power source the EMDrive could potentially accelerate a craft indefinitely. This breakthrough could pave the way to interstellar travel although much more research needs to be conducted before the phenomenon is confirmed. Paul Stansell, Gr 11
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ARTS FESTIVAL This was the cultural highlight of the term. Bi-annually, the curriculum is suspended to make way for an alternative approach to learning. The festival was a magical two days of performances, workshops and activities centred on our theme: “REACH UP, REACH OUT, DIG DEEP.” We had some old faces returning – Thami Khemese of Soweto Music translated our theme into isiZulu and the learners transformed the words into a moving acapella choral composition, and Riaan van Rensburg again facilitated the popular Drum Playshops. Craig Morris performed “Blood Orange” to the amazement of all, doing the most incredible feats with four tyres as his props and set. The Latin and hip hop dancers were also a hit. They performed and facilitated workshops. Claire Waters facilitated the clay aspect of the Vertical Garden project – each learner made and decorated a clay hand and potted a succulent with the help of Ilhaam Bheekoo and Ms Claire Steyn’s Environment Club. Larry le Roux has since translated Jana Kalmer’s drawing of reaching hands into a metal framework on which the planters and clay hands have been hung outside the art room. Unusually, this time, some of the art students acted as facilitators. They submitted workshop proposals and ran the sessions. Jana and Ilhaam were integral to the main Vertical Garden project (assisted by Claire Waters and Ms Danielle Khoury), and Ciara Ball ran a workshop to make tie-dyed T-shirts for the Three2Six project.
learners and now adorns the wall outside the Geography room. Maya le Roux painted a mural to raise awareness of cancer, which has since been decorated by beaded stars made by the learners with the help of Ms Flick Hardman. While we had many outside experts in as performers/facilitators, we are fortunate to be able to rely on our talented staff members, who helped us enormously – Mr Weissenbacher presented a photography workshop, Ms Jacquie Weissenbacher presented a collage workshop, and Ms Vivien McAlpine presented a fun Masterchef style challenge. There was a range of drama workshops; one focusing on Meisner technique, which helps access emotion through the body, one on acting for camera, one on clowning , one on the play, Woza Albert and a very popular, albeit frightening workshop (for teachers) on “Stage Combat.” We had such an extensive programme that the warmth of creativity was felt in every corner of the school during those freezing cold days. Our heartfelt thanks to the High School management and CEC for supporting initiatives such as this – not only financially, but for seeing the value of creativity in education and allowing this time for it in the curriculum. The festival was thoroughly enjoyed by the learners and many had the rare opportunity of engaging with professionals in a field they themselves may one day pursue. Ms Debbie le Roux
Jack Shoulder and Emeka Ntone-Edjabe did henna painting on hands; Astrid Kuhn designed the “Sacred Heart Beat” which was decorated by the
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The weather on Saturday and Sunday was glorious and conducive to the various activities – hiking, kloofing, rock climbing and orienteering – although some of the students had a sudden and unreasonable hatred of mountains. I have no idea where that came from!
Bergheim in the Magaliesberg was again the destination of the intrepid Bronze President’s Award participants this year. The facilities, activities and a cold snap awaited the 20 Grade 9 and one Grade 11 volunteers. We needed two school vehicles to carry all the extra clothing but most of the students spent a very warm evening snuggled in their tents. There was definitely no thought of fashion and the picture of one of the students in their onesie will be a fond memory for many years!
The return trip was hilarious with our now obligatory stop for food making us later than intended. By the end of October, ten students had completed the four sections of the award and their books had been sent in for assessment. Ms F Hardman
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silver president’s award SILVER AWARD ADVENTUROUS JOURNEY For their Silver Award Adventurous Journey, Astrid Kuhn, Daniel Feldman and Zuofeng Wu joined participants from other schools on a hike through Magoebaskloof. The Magoebaskloof hiking trail is a circular trail through extensive indigenous forest, sparkling mountain streams and pine plantations. The trail takes in some awe-inspiring scenery and some things extra-ordinary, such as the ‘huilklip’ - a natural rock that sounds like a gong when it is struck with a stone - samango monkeys, bushbuck, bush pigs and an extensive number of birds, particularly in the Grootbosch forest. Along the route one passes some of the largest gum trees in South Africa.
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The team can be very proud of their achievements. Magoebaskloof is not an easy hiking trail; with hot, humid conditions, with more ups and downs than any thrill-seeking ride at a fun fair. Carrying heavy back packs, crossing countless bridges, and negotiating slippery conditions, they all hiked through the forests like they had done it before. Well done Team!! You are amazing. Chameleon Adventures
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Back Row L-R: Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett; Mr. A. Smurthwaite;Caleb Palmer; Eric Joseph Payne; Cassidy Wood; Rayvern Coetzee; Kray Ramathan Seated L-R: Lindiwe Ntsepo; Kevania Naidoo; Ashleigh Vetten President’s Award – Gold Standard Residential Project The Residential Project for The President’s Award (Gold Standard) this year took place at The Owl Rescue Centre in Hartebeespoort. A nursery rhyme says, “A wise old owl lived in an oak The more he saw the less he spoke The less he spoke the more he heard. Why can’t we all be like that wise old bird?” This camp was a valuable experience that certainly helped me grow in wisdom.
This year we had 10 senior students who were close to qualifying for the President’s Award’s Gold Award. Two of these students, Ashleigh Vetten and Palesa Shabangu, did the required residential project teaching English to Tibetan monks in India in April under the auspices of the organisation ‘Street School’. They were privileged to meet with the Dalai Lama. The rest of the group completed their adventurous journey in April and their residential project at the Owl Rescue Centre in the Magaliesberg in August. Caleb Palmer and Kevania Naidoo received their gold awards at a ceremony in September, while the others have submitted their portfolios for evaluation.
reflector jacket), we debated the way in which wildlife is conserved, and we learnt about birds of prey and reptiles. In the evenings we interacted as a group, played cards, ate cake, and stargazed while lying in an empty pool and listening to music (which led to us all falling asleep, and later waking up and rapidly returning to our dorms with the fear of being eaten). Cassidy Wood, Gr 11
Sacred Heart was one of three schools (along with Dainfern College and Roedean School) that embarked on this journey. It was quite an eye-opening experience to interact with other people our age who have similar mindsets to us (especially considering we were the minority of the ‘population’). Over the five days we did a couple of activities. For the main activities we were split into two groups – one group painting the chicken pen to look like McDonald’s; and the other group building a rehabilitation enclosure for Marsh Owls. I volunteered to be in the group that focused on building the enclosure. This proved to be a challenging, but fun, experience. We were required to find eight poles which could be used as the support structure for the enclosure, cut them down, transport them to our building site, lift them into the holes we had dug, and then place stones into these holes as a way to secure said poles. After this, we had a lot of fun making cement to fill the holes with. Now, we thought this was the hard part, but of course we were wrong. While the cement dried, we set off to find massive tree trunks and logs which we could take to the enclosure and build up to create ‘jungle gyms’ for the owls. It was very entertaining to be interior designers. Finally, after mixing, matching, hammering, nailing, moving, dropping, carrying and placing logs, we put the shade cloth (which we had sewed) and ties over the support structure to finish off our enclosure.
Ashleigh Vetten (3rd from left) and Palesa Shabangu (5th from left) meet the Dalai Lama during their residential project in India
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We also hiked to the top of a mountain to view the vultures and Hartebeespoort Dam, we built scarecrows (ours was called Ben and was quite impressive with his little
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Gold president’s award The President’s Award – Gold Standard: Adventurous Journey
– crossing rivers, walking over slippery bridges, climbing up steep rocks, descending the mountains with slippery mud under our feet. Near the end of our journey, we had to work together to decide on a final route to take to make it to our final destination – the hikers’ hut from which we had originally departed. We arrived there early in the afternoon, which left us with time to play cards and bond even further as a group. After making supper, we sat around the fire together and laughed a lot. We ended off our night by stargazing as a group – it was such a humbling experience, and the perfect way to spend the last night of our journey together.
Upon embarking on this adventurous journey, I was under no impression it would be easy – but I understand and appreciate this is the point of The President’s Award. If The President’s Award were easy, I would not enjoy partaking in it as much as I do. The President’s Award provides a challenge, and this adventurous journey utterly confirmed the idea of youth empowerment.
Waking up on the 20th of April brought about mixed emotions. It was our last day – I was very proud of myself for accomplishing what I’d set out to do and felt a sense of relief to be going home with a newfound pride in myself, however, I was sad to be leaving all the people we’d met and it was emotional leaving after such an incredible experience. The drive home was full of song and laughter.
On the 17th of April 2015, a group of twenty candidates met with four facilitators before sunrise at Roedean School – ready for departure. We drove to a hiking trail in Magoebaskloof. After our arrival, we ate a quick lunch, had the facilitators check our backpacks, then set off on our first day of hiking (in which we had to complete 15km). Early on in the journey, we passed the world’s tallest tree ever planted, then progressed into the beautiful forests. We were walking rather quickly, and the higher we got, the more in the clouds we found ourselves. As we got to the top of one mountain, the only thing we could see was complete whiteness – it was breathtaking. Day started turning into dusk, and it became apparent we would have to pick up our pace to avoid walking in the rain and dark… Which we ended up doing anyway. Without light, I battled to walk briskly and I managed to fall numerous times. I’ve never had to urge myself to persevere so much in my life, and I honestly could not imagine being strong enough to do that day over again for the next three days. Without light, we had managed to go a bit off track, and had to resort to catching a ride with some of the tree plantation workers to try and get to the hikers’ hut which we were going to stay in for the first night. After a little bit of singing together as a group, we arrived at our first destination and got straight onto cooking our first supper on the storm cookers, then we all went to bed as the exhaustion was clearly starting to settle in.
Looking back on these four days and three nights of adventurous journey, all I can do is smile. Although challenging, it was more than worthwhile. I learned so much about myself, my attitude, and my desire to achieve by pushing through difficulties (no matter how challenging they may initially appear). I met incredible people, and did extraordinary things alongside them. Together, we created moments that have turned into memories I shall never forget. The President’s Award aims for youth empowerment – and after this hike, I felt more strong, perseverant and proud than ever before. Cassidy Wood
Day Two. After cooking our breakfast, we headed off on our longest day of hiking – 18km. We hiked quite quickly, and had to push through to make it to each break. The breaks were not regular, but it made me strive to achieve the best I could and certainly encouraged me to persevere. The forest was absolutely stunning – every time we stopped, I looked around at my surroundings and the beauty never ceased to amaze me. There were the most beautiful vines and moss growing all over the trees and around the forest floor – mushrooms popping out here and there. Everything was absolutely exquisite. As a group, there was never a lack of chatter or singing – there was always a happy atmosphere. We arrived to the second hikers’ hut in good time after ending off by hiking up a very steep hill. This was the only hut we stayed in that had electricity and hot water. We made supper, played cards as a group, socialised, and went to bed later. Waking up on the third day, we knew what was coming our way. This was our last day of hiking, and it would be 11km of very steep uphill and downhill. The hike certainly lived up to its promise of being steep and intense. We worked together and offered help to one another over all the tricky parts of the hike
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Elizabeth Leong, 10
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Jack Shoulder, 11
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high school writing The Picnic Yuri lugs the picnic basket out of the boot, its weight leaving sore scarlet lines on her pale palms. She hastily looks around to find Wesley but as she realises that she is the first to arrive, she searches for the least congested spot in the park to sit. There are people all around - kids racing up and down between the shabby wooden benches and away from their exhausted parents, young, naive couples vigorously embracing one another on dull woolen blankets, grumpy old men hunched over, their heads buried deep into classic tales from their youth. The grass is mushy beneath her sandals, cold muddy water slides in between her toes. Where the sun hammers down onto the Earth is heat as hot as a freshly boiled pot of water. It eagerly waits for people to step in and accept their fate of going four shades darker, or worse, being left with flaky itchy red skin that stings like lemon juice in a new paper cut. Finally she spots an unfortunately prickly deserted tree and strolls over, her sandals slapping against her feet. She lays her blanket down, the fallen leaves crackling and hooking onto the underside of the blanket. Annoyingly small flowers the colour of sick fall onto her auburn hair, and already she can feel her nose blocking - the sinuses crawling up her nostrils and down her throat. 13:45. Through a mist of yellow flies, Wesley emerges with his cheeky grin and sits down beside her. Didintle Mogodi Gr 9
The Picnic Penelope swings the picnic basket out of the boot. She saunters away from her car as she looks for a clear spot to sit. She tracks out a path, the park is buzzing with activity - excited children are going on adventures just out of sight of their mothers and fathers who are unwinding with sweet white wine. Lovebirds flutter above pastel coloured blankets, nervous fingers entwined. Quiet old men, curled into novels from their youth sit on aged wooden benches. The grass melts beneath her sandals, and cool water brushes against her toes. The sun holds her in its warm embrace, its heat pushes beneath her skin, giving it a soft golden shimmer. She spots a lush vacant tree and sways as she wanders towards it, her sandals tapping beats on the soles of her feet. Penelope grabs her blanket out her basket and drops it onto the frail brown leaves, her skin tingling as she settles down. Bright yellow flowers flitter down onto her chestnut hair, encircling her with their sweet smell. Gentle creatures flood the air, filling the space around her with their soothing buzzing. Didintle Mogodi Gr 9
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high school writing Fistfuls of Memory I’m not one for reading too much into star signs or horoscopes, fate or the wrath of the ancestors, but I certainly believe in memories. Have you ever walked into a space and just known? Maybe a more appropriate word is felt. It happens more often, I’ve found, in cold, stone-heavy castles or weary, year-ridden abbeys. You are perhaps intimidated by stately rooms slowly buckling under the weight of their own silence, and, as you walk along an echoing corridor, you might catch a shimmer of gown, the glint of a sword, if you are careful to keep your gaze unfocused. But enter the dungeons and carefree imagination dares not follow. Pass just the threshold and all individual emotion creeps carefully away; all you can feel is a crushing sense of past. Bearing down on you, clutching at your hand and gripping your shoulder, brushing your throat and reaching desperately for your clothes, are the memories of every single tortured soul. I can only speculate as to how these caches of human emotion come to be. As time goes on, do screams and whimpers get beaten into the walls? Do the millions of prayers aimed desperately at the ceiling sink defeatedly into the ground, brought down by their own weight? You can feel it as you walk a battlement-step into the exact socket where a soldier once stood and be plugged instantly into the resounding clang of metal on mettle that echoes through the ages. Or perhaps as you climb a winding staircase, and allow your hand to slide along the moist, crumbling brick, a finger might suddenly catch upon a loop of painful defeat, and, as you hurriedly pull away, unearth the timeless fabric that was until then stitched and seamed into every crack, allowing the fear to unknit itself along your arm and catch at the taut strings of your heart. All that is certain from this phenomenon is that there is, somehow, a connection between ages; a fluid energy that reverberates between two bodies; two beings, from different times. Perhaps it is a rapport between two who are intimately similar in everything except the time they walked this earth, or, stranger still, a single soul connected to itself through time, pinned, like red thread pinned to every land you’ve travelled on a worn map, and thus able to pull itself along this thread into lucid, gloomy waves, and through timeless currents, to catch a glimpse of what it lived through long, long ago, and come up again, gasping for hope. That shiver, brought on by ancient winds that should no longer be, is the most human thing I have ever felt. And I have never believed in anything more than the fistfuls of memory held in my hands. Lindiwe Ntsepo, Gr 12
An Ode to a Former Me As the Scythe of Death approaches I look into the light For the me of fifteen looks at his road And thinks “Oh, what a sight.” The hardships of my years have finished me The Reaper of souls comes near And as he approaches, I look into my eyes And give myself something to hear. Be not afraid, young one. Put all your fears aside. Life will continue its harsh whip on your skin Yet you continue on with your ride Much sadness will come upon you. Death taking his souls to keep. Tragedies cause hearts to be lost forever, Causing your heart to weep. Do not lose lope, young one. Much in life will be hell. But ignore the burning of life’s harsh whippings For all, young one, will be well. Joshua van Wyk, Gr 10
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high school writing Down to One Man Eyes. So many eyes. But as the atmosphere builds they fade away. As the atmosphere builds so does the pressure and that doesn’t fade until the very end. I look over my shoulder, and with my competitors in my peripheral vision, I see my team mate breaking every physical constraint he has to keep our lead. Before I know it, it’s my turn to take the baton and along with it, the staring eyes. The moments before I take my position in lane four were full of anticipation. Most of the relays had been run already and the number of friendly faces around me were diminishing. I remember feeling the soft green grass beneath my bare feet; if you looked around there were patches of clover sprouting out the luscious ground. With the sun now behind the cover of the stands, the temperature was dropping. Wearing only my athletics vest and unusually short shorts, the cold twilight air crept down the back of my neck and through the holes around my arms, cool enough to inspire goose bumps along my body. Conscious of keeping warm, I began skipping along the side of the track while the third last relay was underway. Upon returning to the final change over, the runners blurred past in a rapid sequence and a few seconds later an almost exhausted cheer exploded from the winning school. As the day of events was drawing to an end most people had returned to their seats to observe the finale. Afraid of meetings someone’s eye I didn’t look towards the easily thousand strong crowd and continued with my stretches. The starter gun ended any desperate last minute efforts of preparation with a worn down but still enthusiastic crack. As if at a meet and greet; I was able to get a better look at the chosen best of the various schools. With my competitors and I gathered, the manager began announcing lances with the same demeanour as a sergeant sending out his troops into battle; no emotion, only business. Lane four. Armed with nothing but a small piece of broken bottle, I made my way to my lane and soon to be battlefield, feeling the rough but still spongey Tartan track beneath my taped, exposed feet. While placing the marker a few metres behind me, the drowned “Set” was heard and a second later, the gun. While I knew it was coming it still encouraged my heart to skip a beat. With people, sports equipment and speakers in the way it was hard to see the runners in the first leg but as they rounded the shot-put nets near the second changeover, I could tell the competition was close. With a blur of legs and arms in the organised chaos, the batons swapped hands and I saw we were leading the pack. I had faith in our second man to build the lead but I still knew we wouldn’t have any room for error. As he put one foot down they were one step behind. Thinking back, the image of a man with a pack of bloodthirsty canines behind him best fits; the atmosphere was ferocious. With my adrenaline at its pinnacle, I was ready to be tapped in. With muscles flexed and heart pounding, I was loaded and ready to feel the kick of the hammer. Taking one last look back at the approaching stampede and my marker I could see we fell back to third place. Relying on my sixth sense I turned my head back and opened my hand, then began tip toeing forward until I felt the smooth, cool baton in my hands: down to one man. There wasn’t anything in that moment that could have stolen my attention; I was in a world of my own. No noise, no one speaking, spectators turned into blurs and my competitors into sharp, lucid images and with that, I released myself. Searing out of the start position, the second runner fell away with ease and with the focused, trained eyes of a marksman I studied the leader and knew inside, he was finished. With my legs crushing the ground and arms swinging viciously I searched myself and found some untapped reservoir of pure brute strength and identified with it. A third down the track, the first place runner faded into the shadows behind me and with him any threat to our victory. With a foot over the line, it was finished, all with one man. Just like that, the race was over and I was holding a card with a number one on it. With my returning earthly, less primal senses I could see my team mates approaching and they proceeded with the news that we had broken the record. In an instant, my passion-fuelled energy turned into a tired, proud mixture of emotions and that was a feeling I shall never forget. Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett, Gr 11
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high school writing Recreating a Moment in Time – A Memory The Fairy’s Epiphany I am a fairy. I’m dressed in my pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet pumps, pink tutu with sequins, pink fairy wings and a tiara. Yes; there is a lot of pink. I have my hair pulled back into a tight ballet bun I can feel the gel seething through my hair to touch my scalp coolly, and my eyes are caked in mascara and eyeliner – they feel heavy. As my sister, my role model and dance supporter, finishes doing my hair and make up to perfection, I look into the hand-held mirror at myself. I look beautiful. I can see my hairline meshing in with the skin colour of the base. One finishing touch: I can see three coloured eye crayons red, yellow and green – sitting on the table… My sister picks them up alternately and draws wings off the corners of my eyes. This is how I’d always imagined it: my first ballet solo. It’s afternoon; the concert is due to start in the early evening. There’s nothing left to do now but wait. Ultimately, I turn to food to keep me calm. Now I face the challenge of learning to eat without messing up my make-up. Sitting in a fairly open yet mysterious room on a table with many other dancers running around me, the nerves start to kick in – I’m a fairy… I’m a fairy in a showcase… I’m a fairy dancing for marks. I calm myself down – I’m the dancer in my class who was chosen for this solo; a lot of effort has been put into my perfection; I’ve practiced this dance and each of my facial expressions to a tee. I’m confident once more. Having touched up my lipstick, a lady in charge walks in and calls the first few dancers. I kiss my sister and walk backstage with my dance teacher. It’s dark and cramped backstage, but I don’t care – I feel so excited and invigorated looking out onto the lit up stage and hearing the chatter of the audience. I’m here to dance. I’m here to enjoy myself. My name is called and it’s my time to shine. I run upstage left and get down on one knee – pulling the biggest smile imaginable. I sneak one last glance to the last wing on stage right and see my dance teacher reminding me to pull up, turn out my feet and smile. The curtain opens and that’s when the stars align. I experience an epiphany: this is what I was born to do. I was born to be expressive and perform. I forget about the technique completely, because now it’s all about the feeling. I breathe in the music and in the process I pick up the scent of the wooden stage and fake fog. Suddenly I remember I’m on stage, and people are actually watching me. I become aware of the adjudicators and of my family cheering me on. Suddenly, I realise it’s my big moment: the moment where I, the fairy, find a spider and (in great fright) jump backwards from downstage left. I frolic around for a bit longer, thinking I’m utterly amazing, until it’s time for my final pose. The classical music comes to an end and I gracefully finish off and run offstage – overjoyed that I’ve finally experienced my first solo. It was more fun than I could have anticipated, and my heart cannot suppress the surreal sensation: I am a ballerina. Cassidy Wood, Gr 11
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high school writing The Magic of a Knuckle Joint It was a dark, gloomy and overcast day in late August. The only colour that was present was on our kits and the goal nets. Even the grass was grey and dry. This was not a good day for a footballer, especially a Castle League game, which is two divisions under the top league in South Africa, the PSL. I can still remember the ref wearing a turtle-neck under his bright blue shirt. He carried a whistle that screeched like an old rusted door being opened for the first time, which he blew ever so often due to the physicality of the play. The other team seemed to have the upper hand, creating most of the chances but taking none. I pulled off a few good saves, including a shot heading for the top left corner and a penalty, which was somewhat controversial, might I add. Probably one of the best dives I’ve seen, one that would get great recognition at the Olympics. The ref seemed to turn a blind eye but soon fell victim to the pressure of the opposition coach breathing down his neck. We were two-nil up before the man with the blue shrieked again. Unfortunately I could only think of two reasons for this score line – either our strikers had lady luck on their side, or the opposition keeper was what I would call, a baby. I’m convinced that their keeper was a baby because our strikers were horrific. They were promoted from the Academy to Castle side due to our proper strikers studying for matric finals or being busy with their university work. Our back-ups were basically new-borns! I too was a baby but at least I could walk and talk and was potty trained, while they were so fresh out the womb, their umbilical cords were still to be cut off. Back to the game – the diver was back, annoying everyone on the field, and it didn’t take long for the ref to brandish a yellow card. The opposing team’s ‘baby’ hadn’t grown a bit during half time as we were three up and hit the cruise control button. The day seemed more blissful and less gloomy. The game was played in their half and had become Manuel Nauer – a goalkeeper that plays for FC Bayern who has no fear of committing himself out of his own 18 yard area – and I was close to the halfway line. I barely had anything to do due to the resolute defending: I could have had a cup of tea but I was fasting and honestly I don’t fancy tea. I could smell a clean sheet when we went four up. We knew we were now playing for bragging rights. If they scored, it would be nothing less than a conciliation goal. I knew they would not score because they could hardly get out of their own half. I saw the ball rocketing towards me and ‘Mr Diver’ tracking it all the way. Because it was so high up, I had to watch it closely to judge the trajectory of the bounce. Both the striker and I were watching the ball which fell ever so lightly onto my foot, changed its course and, accelerated in the opposite direction. I followed through with my foot. There was an explosion, like someone stabbing a lung or a soccer ball filled with air. Moments after, I heard screaming. It was the diver – pulling one of his tricks, we all thought – and he was squealing, running in circles, shaking his hand vigorously. Vertically, horizontally and rotary. His index finger was out of its socket, bend over backwards, nearly touching his wrist: this was not one of his tricks. It was for real this time. He was in tears while the rest of us were in awe. Probably because such a small thing hurt so much that it brought one of the toughest guys on the field to tears; it was incredible. It did not take long for First Aid to arrive on the scene, about thirty seconds later his finger was back in its socket, after being violently pushed back in place with only cold water to ease the pain. Not long after First Aid had patched him up, the game resumed. We went on to win by six with no response. The game might have been over, but to this day, the guilt is still with me, burning a hole deep down in my defiant, yet fragile heart. Fayaadh Gatee, Gr 11
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high school writing A Mirrored World The heat of the midday sun is drubbing along the black wetsuit; a warm welcome. The old abandoned harbour lies still, the waves breaking against the wall. The evergreen forest is breaking the grey colours of the harbour – a bright contrast. As the water breaks the warmth of the wetsuit, the weight belt pulls me down… down below. The water is breaking the visor of my mask. The bubbles bumble upwards their deep resonance moving throughout the water as they oscillate, the water around me is fizzing with ecstasy. The first breath. The water, grey above, is the opposite down below; bright vibrant colours are exploding. The reef: dark in colour, but shrouded by urchins, red, green, purple and blue. The coral is clinging to the rocks as the waves attempt to drag it away. A school of fish is rippling as they get subtly guided by the waves, smaller fish are darting between the rocks, coming and going as they please. Upon the sand shapes are embedded. As we approach, a flurry of sand bursts up and the sand shark escapes in the pandemonium. A small coral bed lies down in the sand separated from all the rest; a pipefish moves its long body writhing and slithering. A few ornaments lie discarded. An old anchor is burrowing itself into the ground, barnacles smothering it. Next to it lie a few wooden boards still intact although old and rotting, long past their age. A few meters ahead, the ship’s wheel rests against a reef: the scene of an old wreckage. As we move on, a fat, big and clumsy yellow body tries to propel away. Its many small fins seem to pulsate rapidly, a rather comical sight as it moves nowhere. As I move closer it stops and turns to me. A hand movement signing something catches my sight: danger. The fish departs slowly, an almost slug look about it as it goes. A brisk cold snap hits my face, as the water seeps in; my vision is distorted. I breathe but all that I breathe is a salty brine, my mouth piece releasing the precious oxygen. My vision is warped. Something fumbles into my mouth, a familiar shape and I breathe. The fresh, crisp oxygen fills my body. My vision is still gone. My mask tilts up, the air blowing out of me and the water released from its prison. All this in a few seconds – the adrenaline still flowing, a fast uncontrolled pace. My body is in a state of panic, the water is still invading my nose: an uncomfortable burning. My pressure gauge is in the red zone, I see the bubbles leaking from my mouthpiece’s cord, my hands signal: 4bar left. We swim for a bit more and see a blue and black coral sticking out on the reef; an intricate yet appealing pattern, the last thing I see. I feel the air expand in my wetsuit and slowly begin rising up, the colours dimming. My head breaks the upper layer of water revealing to me the same old grey harbour, contrasted by the great green forest. The fresh air is a delicacy and the sun is a warmth I couldn’t hope for more. Mark Lehle, Gr 11
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high school writing Je prends un moment de silence fort Dans le jardin, sur l’herbe je prends un moment de silence fort J’ecoute les oiseaux dans les arbres, les abeilles qui bourdonnent et le vent, gentil sur ma peau et àtravers mes cheveaux. Je prends ce moment. Dans ma chamber, sur mon lit je prends un moment de silence fort. J’ecoute les haleines de ma soeur, de moi-même; dedans et dehors. Les renflements calmes de lui et le remuer sans cesse des couverts. Je prends ce moment. Dans ma tête, sur mon esprit je prends un moment de silence fort. J’ecoute le pensées qui crient sans un son. Je prends les temps de les organiser; défournement, fermeture, apprendre. Je prends ce moment. Parce que le monde a oublié. Ils ont oublié comment de faire une pause; De rivre dans le silence, De respirer les sons d’existence. Donc, je prends ce moment. Ashleigh Vetten, Gr 12
Treasure in the Tempest As the thundering waves Crashed against the sides The choice was mine to turn back to shore, Or make my way through the storm, waiting for it to reside. And so I turned to face the tempest head on When in the blue I saw A great treasure hidden deep within the pain Buried beneath the ocean floor. With one look back towards my haven, I took a leap of faith. The water’s pressure pulled me under As I left the tension break My shell was ice, and my core was soft, And just when I had thought I would drown; The current eased up, I saw the light My treasure I had finally found. I resurfaced again, my strength renewed The ocean had taught me a lesson. Without rain, a flower cannot bloom, And a pearl will not form without pressure. Raquelle Brennan, Gr 10
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high school writing If the shoe fits Today as I am walking through the hustling mall, I couldn’t help but notice a new sale sign pop up. I am drawn to it as if I am in hypnosis. I can tell that I am not the only one. Crowds of drooling predators nearing the sign with wide bloodshot eyes. I watch as the horde glare at the shoes like they are rare glistening jewels. I dive in for a pair. I scurry to the till without examining the treasure I hold in my hands. I pace in excitement as I approach the tiller, I know this is ‘the pair’. My heart races as the scanner beeps, I waste no time snatching out my credit card. My pulse goes faster and faster as this magnificent pair of shoes are put into the bag. It’s mine, I think! All mine! I dart to the car in my old worn out Nike’s like a fleeing cheetah, thoughts of happiness overwhelming me as I rush home. With the click of a boot and the rustling of the keys, I barge in through the door. I throw I’m tattered Nike’s off and gently take the alluring show by its glimmering diamond like heel. I cautiously undo the delicate straps. I can imagine the shoe saying “Ahh, this is SHOE’PER”. I slip my feet into this delicate little shoe and realize my worst nightmare- it’s too small! I can’t stop now! I’ve come too far! It HAS to fit! I finally manage to squeeze my foot in and I carefully stand up like a baby learning to walk for the first time. One step after the next, each step more exhilarating than the one before. I feel like I’m on top of the world in these sleek silver icicles. I place them in my shrine like cupboard for safe keeping. A few months down the line I have the perfect occasion to the perfect pair of shoes. I squeal with joy! It’s my birthday! I dance around like I’ve never danced before. Jumping in the air like I just don’t care. Alas the day comes to end. I have made full use of these once stunning shoes. They are torn and muddy, no longer of any use. So I store them in a cupboard and leave them there to dwell. A beautiful pair of shoes and oh the time spent together was swell. Charvana Skye Naidoo, Gr 9C
Walk a mile in my shoes Today they put up the sale sign-a shoes worst nightmare. It has been 3 months that I have been sitting on this shelf of clones. I watch as a herd of bulls come charging toward the red sign. They approach us like moths to a light. This fierce being stares at me with beady eyes, it draws closer to me. I feel fear bubbling in my sole. I am seized off the shelf, readying myself for what’s to follow. Funnily enough she doesn’t try me on like my other duplicates were. This crazed shopaholic carries me hastily to the till, further and further away from my life of freedom, closer and closer to my death box. I hear the beep of the scanner, taking my life away. The swoosh of a credit card finalizing my days of pain. I am trapped in a box and chucked into a packet. I hear the sound of one of my relatives, Nike, groaning under the weight of this planet looking person. I hear the screech of a car coming to a stop, suddenly I am petrified. I am moving again. This monster snatches me out of my only safe house. I hear a sigh of relief from Nike as she takes him off. I feared this moment! She grasps me by my one skinny leg like a predator dragging its prey to feast on. She attempts to put me on. As she excruciatingly stretches my thin, flat arms I say my foulest swearword; SHOE’T! She struggles to fit her foot as she finds I am a size to small for her fat feet but still she struggles on and makes me fit. She stands up on my pointy legs, I feel like I am going to crack under the weight. One foot forward then the next, every step agonizingly difficult. A few weeks down the line I hear the shriek of joy, it is the Giants birthday. She says I am the perfect pair of shoes to wear on this perfect day. I brace myself ! I am being stomped in mud and beaten from the constant jumping and dancing. Finally the torture ends. I am battered and worn out so now I am of no use. I am chucked in a closet. Left there to rot. Forever hidden, forever forgotten. I am battered, bruised and broken. Alone I will be. I am battered, bruised and broken but at last I am free. Charvana Skye Naidoo, Gr 9C
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high school writing Take Me Away The elevator came to a halt and when the doors slid open to unveil the buzz of the station he stopped himself to slow down his overexcited feet. Could it be true, was he really leaving or was he just dreaming? It was a dream that he often had, he would picture his bags packed and waiting at the door, a door that he would never enter again, he would picture the weight of the sadness slowly moving off his shoulders, he would picture freedom but now it wasn’t a dream, his bags were all ready, except this time they were empty, he wanted to create a new future, a future that he was excited for. He looked down to see that his knuckles were white from gripping his ticket so tightly, it had his name on it, a name that had been defined by his painful past but soon no one would know him, no one would look at him offering their pity, no one would stare him down, looking for his hidden tears. He had a new canvas and a new set of colors to go with it. He hopped out of the elevator to see a magical kind of movement, a beautiful kind of busyness and a honest kind of happiness. A little girl ran past him, holding her balloon in one hand and her teddy bear in another, she was excited, excited about what life had to offer her. An old man whistled as he walked, not bothered about his frail back as he tipped his hat and a woman took long unshakeable strides, he could see that she had overcome something, it made him feel in good company. Being surrounded by so many optimistic people made him use his smile that had been tucked away, gathering dust for so long. The sounds of people laughing, talking and screaming with joy echoed through the tunnels and amplified so that the whole world knew that new journeys were about to begin. Time wasn’t a concept while he waited for it to arrive, he was fascinated by the different people, the different stories that all flocked to the same place to achieve a universal goal of being able to throw away their tissue boxes. Light poured on to the platform as the vehicle for change docked into the station. The engine coming to a stop, the ring of the opening doors and the squeak of the wheels rang like a song in his ears, a song of freedom. He stared into the window and saw a force that he had never seen before, he could see the electric energy glowing on all of the passengers’ eyes. When he hopped on, he felt as if he were part of something big, he was part of a world that he was about to explore, a world that he previously only saw through teary glasses. When the train started to move along he felt an overwhelming sense of relief as the car fumes disappeared, as he approached fields occupied only by flowers and as he was on his way to happiness. Lula Pam-Grant, Gr 9
Taking Me Away She dragged herself onto the litter-stained concrete. Pushed this way and that way by the business man in a hurry to get to his meeting, by the little girl who wanted to visit her aunt and by the young man, in a hurry to go no-where. She stopped. She wanted to gather her thoughts and try to put a cap on her emotions. She thought about the loved one that she was leaving behind and just as a tear was about to drop from her eyes, a homeless man trying to grasp onto some kind of hope, asked for a penny. There was no silence. Not even enough to hear her own muddled mind. The sound of crying babies, announcements made by a robotic voice and a preacher telling people that God is with them on their journey. She doesn’t believe him. The man in a black cap and luminous yellow jacket walks around aimlessly asking for tickets. Where was her ticket? Deep down, she doesn’t want to find it, she doesn’t want to leave. It is as if her luggage was acting as a boulder. A boulder of memories pulling her back but she looks around frantically in her handbag and suitcase. She finds it. It was in her pocket. The madness and confusion of change in action. She hands in her ticket and confirms her dark destiny. When the robotic voice tells everyone to stand back from Platform C, she wonders whether she would be happier if she didn’t but then pinches herself. The graffiti covered machine chugs into the station. She looks into the window and sees a man sleeping, trying to make the journey less painful. She sees the seats, they look like electric chairs, a death sentence. Reluctantly she steps on just before the doors slammed closed. The engine starts churning. A storm cloud of smoke circles around, making the day even more grey. Outside gets blurry as it goes faster and faster and suddenly, it enters a dark hole of nothingness, never ending darkness. When she looks out of the window, she can only see the flash of the adverts along the dirty walls, a tear drops helplessly from her eye as the train takes her further and further away from happiness. Lula Pam-Grant, Gr 9
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high school writing Potential Scrutinise your metamorphic reflection What is your significance? Are you one of them? Them? The Born-To-Dies A number. An occupant. The subtle crack on Society’s windshield. You’ve become the person we could have known. Instead, you blend in with the Greys. Remember, your swim in the hormonal pool of Adolescence? Ha, hate to be the bearer but, Not everyone is talking about you – get over yourself. Strut! Don’t you dare walk! Let them spit every foul, unimaginative word they can. You’ve heard worse from Irony herself. Meet Life’s scow with a grin. Smile through the drizzle Laugh through the ominous eclipse Cry through the blissful sun Cry till your heart gives out. Fear the calm, love the chaos Don’t let them sell your soul at a bargain. Ignite your dim spirit, but share the torch. Touch the imprint they scorch into your icy heart. Because you are the one to someone The Great White Shark in that turquoise pond. Tshepang Masuku, Gr 10
Childhood I’ve grown tired of growing old. It’s inevitable, I know. So, I’m going to the places I went to A long, long time ago. I’m going to be a lost girl. I’m going to follow The second star to the right. I’m going to fly with Tinkerbell Then disappear into the night. I’m going away to be Alice. I’m going to have an Unbirthday. I’m going to smile at the Cheshire cat I’m going to insult the Red Queen. Then steal the Mad Hatter’s hat. I’m going down the Rabbit hole, I’m taking the Pixie dust with me. To where my life is mine to control. Where There Are No Strings On Me. Skyla Ball, Gr 10
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high school writing LA CHOSE INTÉRIEURE Il y a un problème Dans la société: C’est que les gens Apprennent, Depuis leur jeunesse, Que nous ne sommes pas Des “bonnes” gens Si nous n’avons pas Des “jolis” corps. Quelle chose, Exactement, Définie La beauté? Est-ce que c’est Étre maigre? Est-ce que c’est Avoir un visage lisse? Est-ce que c’est Avoir un sourire parfait? Non. Toutes cettes choses Ne sont pas Importantes. L’importance Dans la vie C’est Vivre avec la joie, Rire souvent, Avoir des gens qui se soucient, Et La chose La plus vitale C’est vivre pour toi Et être “beau” pour toi Pas pour les autres.
The Death of a Loved One
I don’t want to be forgotten, I want a 25th of July 2009 kind of death A 9th of September 2001. I want a blue, can’t stop thinking about you Kind of death The sa me way Michael Jackson Left millions in tears feeling like their worlds had ended I want to be missed The only difference is that I don’t mind dying in obscurity I don’t want to be Michael Jackson, He was loved He was not loved I don’t mind dying an old man’s death, For as long as I a m remembered By those whom I will remember, by the one I will remember Whether I a m 95 or 25 If I die an uneventful death a death devoid of sirens and confetti cannons, I will say I have lived, as I have had an opportunity to love And simply be loved Sandiswa Tshabalala, Gr11
La vérité Est que Chaque personne Est belle. C’est une chose Intérieure, Et une chose pour Toi Simplement. Cassidy Wood, Gr 11
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relo week GRADE 10 During RELO Week, the Grade attended the Alternatives to Violence Program presented by Phaphama Initiatives. The focus was to equip the learners with skills to deal with conflict and interpersonal relations, as well as to explore gender issues that often spark conflict or unhappiness. The course was a success and the learners reported enjoying the workshop in terms of learning “other” skills that relate to them becoming young adults.
GRADE 11 During RELO Week, the Grade 11s attended their Leadership camp at Kloofwaters. By all accounts, the camp was successful.
GRADE 12 During RELO Week, the Grade was treated to two days of non-curriculum activities. The first day was given over to three workshop sessions. The first, Body and Mind Awareness Program, was presented by Athena Mazarakis. The learners thoroughly enjoyed an introspective look at their present state of mind, and towards planning for their futures. Next, Vega School presented BrandMe. This workshop looked at the digital CV concept, as well as one’s online profile. This offered the learners information on what to/not to post on social media when it comes to looking for employment. Lastly, Quest Personnel, offered a talk on compiling a CV, as well as what key elements to focus on for a job interview. The second day comprised a day outing to Kloofendal Nature Reserve. The grade was divided into smaller groups and each group embarked on a guided walk through the reserve. The Grade 12s thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors and chatted happily among themselves as they learnt new and exciting things about the reserve flora and fauna. Ms A Botha
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During Relo Week, the Grade 12s took time out at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve
culture club The Culture Club focuses mainly on drama. In the second term the club focused on Realism. They brought real characters to life in real situations explored through a workshopped play. In the third term, the Culture Club explored a wide range of genres, creating and performing improvised skits from Commedia Del’ Arte, Physical Theatre and Realism. Senior High learners would often take on the role of directors, developing their scope in the dramatic arts. Visible development in the creativity and skills of all learners was evident. Ms K Westbrook
Back Row L-R: Shrivaag Singh; Tanya Maravanyika; Tshegofatso Mosobe; Lethabo Sephuma; Mthimkhulu Radebe; Khumo Morojele; Biko Mabuse Seated L-R: Shari Maluleke; Tamlyn v.d. Merwe; Ms. K. Westbrook; Mahlako Seloane; Demishka Pillay
culture club awards Maravanyika
Tanya
10H
Gold Badge for Excellence in Culture Club
Moses
Thuwaybah
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Culture Club
Van der Merwe
Tamlyn
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Culture Club
Mosobe
Tshegofatso
10H
Gold Badge for Excellence in Culture Club
Maluleke
Shari
10S
Gold Badge for Excellence in Culture Club
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DRAMA House Plays I have always been passionate about original work and cultivating young artists’ voices. Sacred Heart has a long history of promoting original, workshopped theatre and this year’s House Plays were no exception. House Plays are a Grade 12 initiative and Matric portfolio task. The Grade12 drama class was highly motivated to produce theatre that challenged the audience. Each play provided strong social commentary. Valerian thrilled us with a murder mystery, which commented on senseless violence. Geddes provoked the audience by demonstrating the absurdity of sexual harassment in the workplace. Benedict provided a delightful
gateway into the imagination and O’Leary portrayed a devastating look at a community drowning in alcoholism. The adjudicators, Ryan Dittman and Timothy Redpath (both professional theatre makers), were most impressed with the level of creativity and insight with which these subjects were tackled. The Grade 12 learners led this project with integrity and provided a wonderful platform for young theatre makers to collaborate and learn together. The life skills that accompany such a learning process cannot be quantified.
FEDA The winners of the House Plays, Geddes and Valerian, were given the opportunity to perform at FEDA – the Festival of Excellence in Dramatic Arts. Over the years this festival has become a highlight for young theatre makers in Johannesburg. Competition is stiff but our learners held their own at the Johannesburg Theatre. What struck me the most about this experience was how much each production team grew in terms of managing themselves in a professional manner. Theatre Link Theatre Link is a five-month playwriting and play production course hosted by the Manhattan Theatre Club in New York. The Grade 11 drama class worked in collaboration with two other schools, the Robert Morgan Educational Centre in Miami and the Shannon Learning Centre in Texas. The task is to write a play and then exchange scripts with the partner schools. After the switch we go into production mode and rehearse for many hours to produce a play worthy of an audience. This year the Grade 11s put on two plays, My Blood Stranger and Truth. My Blood Stranger, directed by Cassidy Wood, follows a well-off and selfish teenage boy, Andre, who has just lost his father. At the reading of his father’s will, there is found to be a sister, Luyanda. Tensions rise as both children believe they deserve their share of the inheritance – resulting in Andre running away. The siblings find themselves held captive by a gang of drug dealers to whom Andre is indebted. He lands up in hospital and awakes a few weeks later to find Luyanda at his side. The siblings clear the air of all the bitterness between them and they agree to work through life together – as a family. Truth, directed by Sandiswa Tshabalala, is a romantic story revolving around the lives of two families living on two adjacent ranches in Texas. Kylie, a young girl living with her mother Samantha on their family ranch, hedges the thin line between friendship and unrequited love with her best friend, Jason who lives with his father Grady on the ranch next door. As her hidden feelings for him grow, it becomes clear that their parents harbour secrets of their own. Each character navigates their fears and relationships as they find the courage to see their own truth. Ms R Wood-Morris
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Frances Bailey in Geddes’ award-winning play. The Geddes play also featured Anthony Picinich, Luke Johnstone and Imani Mtambo
A close encounter between Luke Johnstone and Palesa Shabangu.
Tanya Maravanyika and Reneilwe Rampedi also performed for O’Leary
Naledi Ngwenya and Karabo Nkutha in a scene from the O’Leary house play
Ramon Britton, Cassidy Wood and Nchaupe Mokoape in the winning house play by Valerian
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A serious moment between Valerian’s Luthando Velaphi, Sikhumbuzo Shabangu and Norman Nhlapo
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A tense moment in “My Blood Stranger”
The cast of “My Blood Stranger”
Marvin Dieterich and Mmabyalwa Kumalo in “My Blood Stranger” Anele Sidaki, Iolio Etsiah and Naledi Ngwenya in “My Blood Stranger”
Girl talk – Shanice Naidoo and Chandre van der Merwe in “Truth”
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Luke Johnstone and Norman Nhlapo in “Truth”
CULTURAL EVENING This year’s cultural evening was particularly special in that, in addition to offering a warm-up for some of our more established performers, it also served as a debut opportunity for some exciting new talent. The marimba group went through its paces and the choir entertained with some upbeat numbers. Mbali Khumalo showed off her talent with guitar and voice, Chi Chi Makamanzi and Yaisa Etsiah (Grade 9) gave another of their polished performances with their version of Katy Perry’s “Roar”, while guitarist Riley Pam-Grant and his group “Stupid Blood” got the crowds dancing. Younger members of the culture club gave the audience a taste of their talents with some impromptu theatre and there
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were some strong dramatic performances from Tanya Maravanyika and Jodell Tantij. There were impressive vocal contributions from Sandisiwa Tshabalala, Karabo Nkutha and Nomayirha Sisulu, while newcomers Mohammed Bikho (vocals) and Biko Mabuse (drums) announced their arrival on the musical scene. Another newcomer, Lerato Dieterich, arguably stole the show with both her tap-dancing and her rendition of “Wake me up”, backed by the Junior High band. Overall, this year’s cultural evening was the most successful yet, drawing the widest range of performers and the largest audience we have had at this event. Mr A Smurthwaite
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Astrid
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Tshepang
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GOLD BADGES REAWARDS for Excellence in Drama Barry
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Sikhumbuzo Simon
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Raquelle Jordan
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Tanya
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Bohlale
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Thuwaybah
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Tshegofatso Reneilwe
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Brandon Kyle
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Anthony Daniel
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Ciaran
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Makoba Naomi
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Mark Robert
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Leila
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Iolio Malaika
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Luke Kerron
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Mmabyalwa Rosina
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Palesa
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Karabo Zezani Charlene
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Anele Busisiwe Kuhle
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Karabo Nkutha, Sandiswa Tshabalala, Mmabyalwa Kumalo, Palesa Makam, Anele Sidaki, Reneilwe Rampedi and Chandre van der Merwe were awarded drama scrolls
Drama scrolls were awarded to Mark Millward, Shari Maluleke, Luke Johnstone, Leila Areff and Iolio Etsiah
Brandon Nel
Anthony Picinich
Makgano Mlaba
Caleb Palmer
Ciaran Heywood
Naomi Mogodi
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CULTURAL Activities choir and marimba bands As I look back and evaluate the year that has just passed, I am amazed at the accomplishments of each and every member of the choir and marimba band. It has been a long year, but one filled with growth. A number of exciting activities took place and I have seen learners take ownership of their activities and move to new heights. As I stood up during the Cultural Awards assembly in October to shake hands with everyone as they proceeded to receive their well-deserved awards, I felt a sense of pride for all of my “children” in the true sense of locoparentis. Although the marimba band and the choir members are still a small group of learners relative to the full number of learners in our school, I am always amazed at the meaning, passion, livelihood and culture they bring to the College community. Indeed, once again the choir and marimba band have made a new mark and taken a step forward. The choir participated in a number of activities; mostly performances and one workshop. The performances varied from masses to festivals such as the Sacred Heart Choir Festival, Sacred Heart Music Festival, the Catholic Schools Office (CSO) Choir Festival, marketing events, and many more. The Sacred Heart high school choir also attended the choir workshop hosted by the CSO, where they played an important role. A special mention and thank you was sent from the CSO in recognition of the contribution of the Sacred Heart College high school choir. In Lisa’s words: “Sacred Heart College Choir spontaneously taught our high school group a beautiful new song which was deeply appreciated, as it truly encompassed the idea of a workshop format. Well done.”
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Mr Smurthwaite once said: “Where the choir is you are likely to find the marimba band” – this is certainly so, as marimba bands have also participated in many of the abovementioned activities. In addition they represented the school at specialised events such as the international Marimba Festival that took place in August 2015 at St Benedicts, where the senior team came third in the Proudly South African Small Ensemble category. Certainly all of this would not have been possible if it were not for the commitment of every learner, specifically those who form the backbone and those who take on leadership roles on different occasions. Each one is valued for their unique character and mannerisms they bring to the team. A special thanks to our matric learners: Nompumelelo, better known to us as Mamilo, Nosipho, Maya and Mbaliyekhethelo, also better known to us as Mbali. They will be greatly missed, but I look forward to their future careers as I have high hopes and confidence that their talent in music will take them far. I also have to give special thanks to our conductor, Ms Amanda Ngwenya, and marimba tutor, Mr Gontse Segona, as they have truly poured out their love and passion for music while nurturing each learner in their specific talent. I am truly grateful to have worked with such “golden” hearts in these two co-curricular activities. Ms Dominique Munonoka (High School Choir and Marimba Band Manager)
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Gold Badge For Excellence In Choir
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Gold Badge For Excellence In Choir
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Nosihle
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Gold Badge For Excellence In Choir
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Lindokuhle
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Gold Badge For Excellence In Choir
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Phuluso Anne
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Sibonise
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Joy Vutlhari
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Certificate of Contribution to Choir
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Blazer for Exceptional Achievement in Choir
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Back Row L-R : Lethabo Sephuma; Atang Malebo; Mbulelo Mntande; Zinzile Nhlapo; Yaisa Etsiah; Sibonise Ntshangase; Nosipho Mgijima Middle Row L-R : Nicole Ndlovu; Nosizwe Khumalo; Nompumelelo Mthimkhulu; Ms. D. Munonoka; Nomayirha Sisulu; Angel Gwanda; Lindokuhle Matsebula Front Row L-R : Thapelo Mothibe; Joy Tlakula; Pertunia Ndlovu; Nosihle Ngubane; Nolufefe Maswanganyi; Lindiwe Mthimunye; Phuluso Mulaudzi
The Marimba band, Iyon Brew, at the choir festival
Marian College junior choir sang at the choir festival
MC Mbali Khumalo entertained at the choir festival McCauley House choir gave a dynamic performance at the choir festival
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Sacred Heart College choir at the choir festival
Maryvale College choir at the choir festival
CULTURAL AWARDS marimba awards BLUE BADGE for Excellence in Marimbas Malebo
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GOLD BADGE for Excellence in Marimbas Mulaudzi
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
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Toluwani
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
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Joy Vutlhari
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
Mfihlo
Minentle
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
Masuku
Tshepang
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
Thango
Jabulani
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
Sibanda
Dalisizwe
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Gold Badge for Excellence in Marimbas
Scrolls for Excellence in Marimbas Matsebula
Lindokuhle
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Special Mentions for their years of contribution to Marimbas – last year’s blazer recipients Khumalo
Mbaliyekhethelo
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Certificate of Contribution to Marimbas
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Kavish Chetty; Jabulani Thango; Maya Le Roux; Sean Sun; Ms. D. Munonoka; Dalisizwe Sibanda; Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo; Jeremy Crouch; Lindokuhle Matsebula
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Kelechi
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Blue Badge for Excellence in Debating
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Thomas Alfred and Lula Pam-Grant
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cultural activities DEBATING This has been a busy year for debating. The teams’ performance in the SACEE League culminated in the Seniors achieving 15th place in the central region, and the Juniors achieving 9th place in the province overall. We currently have two junior teams, one of which participated in the SACEE debates for the first time, gaining valuable experience and helping to maintain the depth of the debating teams.
tournament. Sadly, because of the recent legislation relating to unabridged birth certificates for children travelling overseas, and because of lack of time, the junior team was not able to travel to the international rounds. However, one senior team competed in Kuala Lumpur from 28 June to 4 July, and the other senior team competed in Ireland on 21 July. One of our learners – Thuwaybah Moses – won best speaker from an African team at the Global Malaysian Rounds of the WSC.
From 26 to 28 June three teams of two learners each participated in the British Parliamentary Debates. These debates are run in a different format from the SACEE debates, which required that the teams first attended a workshop on the Friday evening before competing in the debates over the weekend. Both the SACEE and the BP tournaments are notable for the intensity of the competition. Learners debate non-stop from 8am to 5pm for three days running. Again, some of the learners entered these debates for the first time. But our two more experienced speakers – Lula Pam-Grant and Masego Mafata – did very well to obtain 7th and 9th positions respectively in the individual speaker placing, and to make it through to the finals as a team.
The senior team exceeded expectations this year as they achieved some successes despite only having a small team and little time for preparation. Seniors broke in the SACEE league and qualified for provincials where they were knocked out after winning three of their six debates. They were unfortunately unable to participate in the GSDB League due to other school commitments. The junior debaters competed in the Gauteng Schools Provincial Championships and finished 8th out of about 40 schools and qualified for the quarter finals in October. The junior debating team, consisting of Thomas Alfred, Lula Pam-Grant, Tariro Banganayi and Natalie Kapsosideris were victorious in the quarter finals and the semi-finals in the Gauteng Debating Championship. They lost to Redhill in the finals by a split panel decision of three votes to two. Lula Pam-Grant came second in the Best Speaker rankings and has been selected as a member of the South African Junior National Team. Ms Claire Baker
After belatedly receiving notification of a new debating tournament to be run in Johannesburg – the World Scholars Cup – we had three days in which to prepare three teams (two senior and a junior team) who then, to everyone’s surprise, went on to qualify to participate in the global rounds of the
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cultural activities band The year began with no fewer than four bands attending practice. The remaining members of last year’s senior band, “All Gold Jam”, formed themselves into a trio named “Stupid Blood” which performed at the cultural evening but disbanded later in the year. A junior band also gave its first performance at the cultural evening and showed that it consisted of strong individual talents. These young musicians have grown into performing more as solo artists than as band members, and two of them, Nomayirha Sisulu and Lerato Dieterich, each carried off two solo awards at the annual inter-high music festival. The senior ensemble, which was started last year, has also grown with the addition of a flautist and a pianist. They have played at our masses and other functions, including the choir festival. Violinists Jessica Kow and Kira Hanmer were both accepted for the Johannesburg Youth Orchestra this year and have played with the orchestra in a number of concerts. Both have won top honours in exams and eistedfodds.
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A junior ensemble was also started this year, which joined up with the senior one for the final mass. The pianist, Lucia Li, entered the Digikeys competition at St Andrew’s and got through to the final. The weather was very kind to us on the day we staged our inter-house music festival on the outside stage at the Sacred Heart Music Festival. The finalists who performed displayed a high standard of skill, and this year there was a wealth of young musicians from grade 7 and 8 who showed particular promise. The winning performance was a masterly guitar solo from Riley Pam-Grant, who also won the award for the best instrumentalist. Music in the high school has received an enormous boost with the appointment of Mr Wayne Purchase as the new Deputy Principal. Already he has formed a jazz band and a vocal group and has introduced music theory lessons as well as voice training for singers. There is little doubt that music will be a major growth area at Sacred Heart College in the years to come. Mr A Smurthwaite
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Lethabo Sephuma hitting the high notes at the music festival
Lerato Dieterich was judged best vocalist at the music festival
Riley Pam-Grant won awards for best instrumentalist and best overall performance
‘Stupid Blood’ played at the Cultural evening Nomayirha Sisulu was judged to have the best stage presence
Kira Hanmer and Jessica Kow opened the Choir Festival
Howard Su performed on the traditional Chinese flute
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cultural activities art club 2015 has been yet another year in which members of the Art Club explored their creative skills. This club is for pupils from all grades and the aim is just to have fun in an artistic / creative manner. We had approximately 30 pupils this year, but the number does vary from term to term due to the variety of extramural activities on offer. The Art Club consists of learners from Grade 7 to Grade 11, and includes those who do Art as a subject and also those who don’t and are just there to have some fun. Thanks to Astrid Kuhn, a “WhatsApp” group was established for the Art Club, but not all Art Clubbers are “Whatsappers” so they could not all take advantage of this means of communication. In Term 1 we started off with decoupage and thanks to Mrs Blanckensee’s generosity all Art Clubbers could be exposed to this medium. A further technique we explored was sketching, but that was less successful in the group as a whole. We explored the theme of stories and symbols and senior Art students gave Art Clubbers a lesson on “symbolism”. Thereafter they could explore their own symbols / symbolic meanings on canvas. In Term 2 we explored music as a theme. The idea was to think about a piece of music that stirs your soul and to then portray that idea on canvas. In Term 3, textures was yet another theme and the idea
was to combine more than one medium on the canvas. Some learners used wax on paint, cotton wool, leaves and so forth. Also, different painting techniques could be used, i.e. pointillism and sketching in combination, for example. The choice was left to them. Of importance was whether they could succeed in projecting the message they intended to portray. When the matric students needed the Art Room in term 3, we had to work in a classroom, which was a little difficult. For this reason we used a colouring in technique with a variety of intricate designs as a mindfulness / meditative exercise. Pupils found it to be a very relaxing activity, which quietened the mind. As the High School Exhibition is in term 3, it is characterised by a frenetic checking of points, especially as awards loom on the horizon. The Art Club has been characterised by “good vibrations” and especially noteworthy was that the senior members of the group so readily helped the juniors if they had questions and needed advice to improve their art works. I hope the learners attained some of their personal goals and I congratulate them with the various awards they received. To those who did not receive an award: “Better luck next time.” I also wish them well for 2016, a year in which they will receive specialised knowledge and expertise in honing their skills from Ms Khoury, a brilliant artist in her own right. Ms Renée Randall-Taylor
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CULTURAL AWARDS art awards The University of Johannesburg held an exhibition on Tuesday 8 September of Grade 11 and Grade 12 artwork from schools that are part of the JJC. Matrics Ciara Ball and Jana Kalmer and two Grade 11 students, Riley Pam-Grant and Emeka Ntone-Edjabe, had work selected for this exhibition. The Matrics had a further opportunity to exhibit their artwork in the Matric Inter-school Art Exhibition held at St John’s on Wednesday 30 September. Six learners, Jana Kalmer, Kate Northmore, Ciara Ball, Maya Le Roux, Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo and Olayemi Okesokun had their artworks entered into this show, which was of a very high standard indeed. Kate Northmore received a merit award. The holiday was quite busy as the Matric art students elected to come and work on their exam artworks every Monday and Tuesday of the holidays and continued to work every Saturday and many afternoons in term time.
Maya Le Roux received her honours blazer for art
The Matric art went up in the staffroom and the Old Chapel Theatre on Friday 9 October and stayed up for moderation and examination purposes. Matric parents were able to view their children’s work on the afternoon of the Valedictory Assembly on 15 October. The best of the matric art was then exhibited with the best of the Grade 7 to 11 artworks at the High School Art Exhibition at the end of October. Art scrolls were awarded to Kate Northmore, Astrid Kuhn, Laetitia Munonoka, Ilhaam, Bheekoo, and Mbali Khumalo
Jana Kalmer and her parents
Ms Debbie le Roux
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Elizabeth
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Excellence in Art Gold badge re-award
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Excellence in Art Gold badge re-award
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Mahima
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Scroll re-awards for Excellence in Art Kate Northmore was one of the six matrics who had her artwork exhibited in the Matric inter school art exhibition this year. It was hosted by St. John’s and 11 of the top private schools had the artworks which were created by their best art students on exhibition. This meant that it was a very interesting show and that the standard of work on it was exceptionally high. What an honour it was then for Kate to receive a merit award. She was awarded her merit for her exam artwork which is a sculptural installation about the breadline - exploring what it means to live above or live below it. Congratulations! Northmore
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Scroll for Excellence in Art
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Laetitia
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Scroll for Excellence in Art
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Blazer for Exceptional Achievement in Art
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Alerike
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Blue Badge for Excellence in Art Club
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Murpry
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Jiaao (Coco)
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radio veritas awards Blue Badges for Excellence in Radio Veritas Griller
Ada
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Scrolls for Excellence in Radio Veritas Els
Fredrieka Carolina
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Back Row L-R: Howard Su; Matthew Askew; Mhlabunzima Imani Mtambo; Emeka Ntone-Edjabe; William Rech; Tian Deng; Joshua van Wyk Middle Row L-R: Sikhumbuzo Shabangu; Atang Malebo; Nikail Nair; Haseeb Hassan Front Row L-R: Reece Lazarus; Nicholas Webster; Sesese Masondo; Mr. F. Hollingworth & Teddy; Mujahied Moses; Darshan Mani; Zhuofeng Wu
CHESS There were only four other schools in the East Rand High Schools Chess League this year, so our chess players have been a little short of competition. However, they played their four games – won two, lost two–and then played two friendlies against two of these schools after the League matches were over. We have a very good chess coach, Shepherd, from the Johannesburg Chess Association, who has been coaching our players on Thursday afternoons. Attendance at these lessons has increased over the year, and Shepherd is pleased with the progress made so far. Mujahied Moses was recommended for a badge re-award as he has been instrumental in keeping the enthusiasm for chess alive. After enquiring what the criteria are used in other schools for chess scrolls, I believe that players would have to attend some meetings of the Johannesburg Chess Association (usually held on a Saturday) and get a rating from them. Otherwise we might well have the rather embarrassing situation whereby an SHC student sporting a scroll is well and truly beaten by a diminutive player in Grade 7! Mr Frank Hollingworth
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Back Row L-R: Nosizwe Khumalo; Bohlale Mokhele; Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo; Fredrieka Carolina Els; Tshegofatso Mosobe; Tanya Maravanyika; Daniel Crouch; Muhammad Ellahi; Nicole Ndlovu; Lindokuhle Matsebula Seated L-R: Kate Northmore; Ms. D. Khoury; Ada Griller; Nina Shoulder
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The Radio Veritas team has expanded significantly this year. After a round of auditions, some new learners were initiated into the Radio family. With added members, the team is enthusiastic and ready to speak. Our highlight has been the mentoring and training of junior members for radio by the more experienced senior learners. We have also tried out the concept of ‘Radio in a Box’ which is a set of equipment, essentially replicating a radio station, which all fits inside a reasonably sized case. The learners are using the Radio in a Box more frequently and managed to broadcast during the One Heart Festival. They interviewed a range of festival goers and artists, and experienced presenting a show from scratch. We look forward to using ‘Radio in a Box’ at future school sporting events for a lively and exciting take on the action as it happens. The Sacred Heart radio team will undoubtedly be a more tangible presence in the school community. Ms D khoury
CULTURAL AWARDS DALE CARNEGIE DALE CARNEGIE AT SHC In the second term this year, Sacred Heart College started the Generation X Dale Carnegie Course. There was much excitement among the senior learners as they were unsure of what to expect. For eight weeks, Lazola Belle informed, guided and mentored our Grade 10, 11 and 12 learners (as well as some learners from St Mary’s and St David’s) through a very intense public speaking course. It was clear from the outset that he was a professional and our learners thoroughly enjoyed being trained by him. The eight week course culminated in a very lavish Awards Evening where each learner had the opportunity to demonstrate the skills that they had learned in the form of a prepared speech. Also, the learners voted for the candidate who they believed had embraced and put into practice the basic values of the course. Our own Rayvern Coetzee won the award. Our learners were so very proud of him!
Rayvern Coetzee won the award for the best performance on the Dale Carnegie course
2016 promises to be as exciting and we cannot wait to get going! Ms Alison Botha
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Back Row L-R: Michaela Moonsamy; Kira Hanmer; Jana Kalmer; Unathi Marapyana; Lindiwe Ntsepo; Abbey Sivalingham; Thandeka Munnik Floor Row L-R: Kevania Naidoo; Aarya Pooran; Ms. D. Le Roux; Iman Benjamin; Zanzi Matsebula
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Back Row L-R: Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett; Olayemi Okesokun; Anthony Picinich; Jack Shoulder; Cullen Hettema; Rayvern Coetzee; Akhil Singh; Miksha Singh Middle Row L-R: Astrid Kuhn; Sisipho Mbuli; Fredrieka Carolina Els; Kgomotso Letebele; Lethabo Sephuma; Siyabonga Radebe; Toluwani Okesokun; Brione Bryan; Marie-Ange Luhembe Front Row L-R: Thuwaybah Moses; Reneilwe Rampedi; Maria Munonoka; Ms. A. Botha; Sr. P.A. Munnik; Bohlale Mokhele; Alerike Zimmermann; Mark Millward Floor Row L-R: Priyanka Chetty; Tshepang Masuku; Miche Moonsammy; Koketso Letebele; Moletwa Fowler; Catherine Balebetse
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Back Row L-R: Joshua van Wyk; James Alence; Mark Lehle; Thomas Alfred; Matthew Askew; Jameel Mollagee Middle Row L-R: Gabriel Horowitz; Seth Van Dam; Elwin Adamo Gardelli; Juanito Riego de Dios Front Row L-R: Mbusiso Siso; Siyabonga Radebe; Alexander Collings; Ms. N. Moodley; Tyrich Thutloa; Tyler du Toit; Zhuofeng Wu
Game Design has continued in a new format this year. The members of the Computer Club have entered the Olympiad and those who attend Game Design regularly have completed three major components of the work.
CERTIFICATES Riego De Dios
Juanito
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Siso
Mbusiso
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Zhuo Feng
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James Patrick
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SPORTS REPORT HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS REPORT The 2015 season has brought about some great results, milestones and challenges throughout the year. Our netball girls moved up into the C Pool in the D13 league and our athletics and swimming teams moved into the Inter-High A leagues respectively. Our basketballers continued in the Rainbow league for both term 1 and 3 and our cricketers joined the Johannesburg Schools league. As well as this we hosted the U/13 and U/19 Catholic Schools Soccer Festivals, the U/16 Catholic Schools Basketball Festival and our learners helped to conceptualise and organise the Hearts into the Future Cycle Challenge, just to name a few. Our teams were kept extremely busy with external tournaments, trips off to Midmar and ISSA, as well as our usual Catholic Schools events and Inter-House tournaments. On top of all of this we have managed to achieved some amazing results. 2015 SACRED HEART COLLEGE SPORTS RESULTS: 1st Cricket Team: Equal 1st Catholic Schools Cricket Festival U/16 Boys Basketball: U/16 Boys Basketball: U/16 Girls Basketball: U/19 Boys Basketball: U/19 Boys Basketball:
1st ISSA Tournament 1st Catholic Schools Festival 3rd Catholic Schools Festival 3rd Catholic Schools Festival 2nd ISSA Tournament
3rd – “A” league Swimming Gala 1st – Catholic Schools B league Swimming Gala 6th – Inter-High “A” Athletics League Meet 2nd overall – Catholic Schools Athletics Meet U/14 Netball: D13 Netball League C Pool Champions U/14 Netball: 1st Catholic School Festival Netball: Sacred Heart College 5th overall in Pool C U/15 Girls Soccer: U/15 Girls Soccer: U/19 Girls Soccer: U/14 Boys Soccer: U/19 Boys Soccer:
JVW Semi-Finalists 2nd Catholic Schools Festival 2nd Catholic Schools Festival Johannesburg Cup League Champions 1st Catholic Schools Festival
Of course none of this would have been possible without the coaches and managers who have worked tirelessly to make this happen, particularly Ms. Niken in the sports department. It certainly has been a joint effort to make all of this possible. Their dedication to helping and assisting players well beyond what was required was greatly appreciated, often attending weekend fixtures, late training sessions or coming back from fixtures well after the sun had gone down. A big thank you also to the support and ground staff who have prepared our playing fields so well, making sure that everybody envies our playing fields as they drive past our school. To our College learners, thank you for making sport something that is valued, respected and important in your lives. This season has more than anything showed that with hard work and persistence anything is possible. We look forward to not only continuing this standard in the future but moving forward to having larger numbers of teams and greater participation. Let us not strive to just get by and be involved, let us strive to reach our greatest potential possible, both on and off the sports fields. I congratulate all the learners who have been involved and wish them all the very best of luck in the years to come. Congratulations on an outstanding year! Mr Peter Augustin HOD Sport and Physical Education
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1st Team Cricket Report – 2014/15 Season The 2014/15 season was one that was very typical of a Sacred Heart cricket team. Despite a slight change in personnel from last year, due to an outflow of matrics and an inflow of junior high players, the pattern of the season was all too familiar for those of us who have been playing in the 1st team for a couple of years now. Our season started, as it always does, with a few rain-interrupted games in the third term. We always start well in these end-of-year games but often do not get the victory to our name because cricket is one of those sports that is completely reliant on decent weather in order for it to be played. The new year began with an interrupted week of practice before the inter-Catholic tournament. This is the first real opportunity we have to show off our cricketing prowess; which we did by winning all our games. It was a great performance and got our year off to a great start. Many more matches followed, some victories and others defeats, but whatever the result our team always performed well and we always seemed to be enjoying ourselves more than the opposition. Our season culminated in the ISSA tour in Mafikeng where we not only managed to produce some good cricket but we also managed to confirm our status as the best football-playing cricket team there. ISSA is always a great experience for the team and for everyone one of us, whether it is one’s first time or one’s fourth. It was also a fitting way to end our season.
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I was fortunate enough to co-captain such a great team. Everyone produced a memorable moment throughout the season, none more so than my co-captain Kray who achieved his colours for cricket by always leading from the front with both bat and ball. Of course none of this would have been possible without the great support and guidance provided by Mr Augustin who always manages to have a positive disposition when it comes to cricket. The matrics will be leaving a six-man hole in this team which I am sure will be filled, not only by the new players coming in, but also by the existing core of the team. I know the players in this team will go on to be extremely successful, not only in winning cricket matches but also in having a good time. Joe Payne 1st Team Co-captain
Back Row L-R : Colbert Arends; Luke Johnstone; Saien Benjamin; Emmanuel Ndlovu; Mitchell Jardine; Prashil Daya; Shravan Jugram Front Row L-R : Simon van Garderen; Svarupa Singh; Eric Joseph Payne; Mr. P. Augustin; Kray Ramathan; Lucas Munnik; Reneal Pillay
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high school sports cricket awards Service to Cricket: • Joe Payne Best Bowler: • Shravan Jugram Best Batsman: • Svarupa Singh Best Fielder: • Lucas Munnik Player of the Year Trophy: • Kray Ramathan Big Awards New Blue Badges: • Simon van Garderen • Saien Banjamin • Robert Ally • Darshan Mani • Colbert Arends Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Reneal Pillay • Luke Johnstone • Mitchell Jardine • Joe Payne New Gold Badges: • Lucas Munnik Scrolls: • Shravan Jugram • Prashil Daya • Svarupa Singh Blazer • Kray Ramathan
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high school sports soccer This year’s soccer season got off to a slow start, and we experienced very low numbers in attendance per age group. As fixtures drew nearer, however, players started to attend more regularly and before long the season was in full swing. Unfortunately, due to the lower numbers experienced this year, we were only able to enter one boys’ team per age group into the Independent Schools Soccer League (ISSL). Although the numbers in our girls’ soccer division continue to grow steadily, we were still only able to enter an U/15 and Open team into the JvW Girls Football League. This, however, did not affect the spirit and morale of the teams, and players displayed exceptional talent, heart and determination. The season began quite early for the Open boys’ team, who were entered into the Waterstone Sports and Family Festival. The team displayed outstanding skill and, in their opening match, defeated their opponents by 9 goals to 1. Despite having only eight players for a few group matches, the boys persevered and qualified for the quarter finals, but were unfortunately knocked out at this stage. The U/13 boys, U/15 boys and girls, and Open boys and girls teams were entered into the Catholic Schools Soccer Festival where they represented the College well. The U/13 team was enthusiastic and hopeful but, sadly, did not place highly on the day. The U/15 teams played their hearts out and were runners-up in their divisions of the competition. The Open girls’ team outshone their competition and sailed into the finals with admirable wins, but was unfortunately defeated in the final match. The Open boys were spectacular competitors, securing
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convincing wins, and ultimately reigned supreme as victors on the day. Congratulations to all who participated, and thank you for being remarkable representatives of the College! The 2015 league season pitted our teams against some fierce and familiar competition, but this did not dampen the spirit of our players. With intense training sessions and weekly matches, our boys and girls were always well prepared for the challenges they had to face. As it would occur in any sport, some teams fared far better than others, not to say that any team gave less than 100% effort. The U/14 and Open boys’ teams ultimately qualified for the semi-final and quarter-final stages respectively, and the U/15 girls team qualified for the finals; all this being achieved by commitment and dedication to training sessions, as well as passion, determination and immense talent during matches. Unfortunately, the Open team did not qualify for the semi-final stage. At the time of this report being written, the U15 girls’ team had not yet played their final match, but we were confident that they would deliver an extraordinary performance. The U14 team, however, went on to the finals of the ISSL and were later named as the 2015 league champions! This year’s season was incredibly busy and full of opportunities for our players to showcase their skills. Overall, I believe the season was extremely successful, and I am incredibly proud of each team’s efforts and achievements. I look forward to another productive and prosperous season in 2016! Ms C Niken MIC High School Soccer
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Back Row L-R: Zada Hanmer; Bohlale Mokhele; Angel Gwanda; Ruth McCormick; Jordyn Walker; Lucia Li Middle Row L-R: Lula Pam-Grant; Nomonde Mriga; Ms. L. Ngwenya; Ms. J. Weissenbacher; Astrid Kuhn; Micole Monteiro Front Row L-R: Iman Benjamin; Thandeka Munnik; Mahlako Seloane; Unathi Marapyana; Marion Vetten; Charvana Skye Naidoo; Mahin Ali
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Back Row L-R: Koketso Letebele; Naledi Ngwenya; Brione Bryan; Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo; Sisipho Mbuli; Jordyn Walker Middle Row L-R: Iolio Etsiah; Ms. L. Ngwenya; Ms. J. Weissenbacher; Lee-Ann Johnson Front Row L-R: Catherine Balebetse; Priyanka Chetty; Astrid Kuhn; Raquelle Brennan; Bohlale Mokhele; Patricia Mudogo; Hlobisile Nhlapho
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high school sports girls soccer awards Blue Badge Re-Awards: • Micole Monteiro New Blue Badges: • Mahin Ali • Zada Hanmer • Lula Pam-Grant • Nomonde Mriga Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Patricia Mudogo New Gold Badges: • Ruth McCormick • Unathi Marapyana • Skye Naidoo • Thandeka Munnik • Hlobisile Nhlapho • Bohlale Mokhele • Naledi Ngwenya
Soccer scrolls were awarded to Iolio Etsiah, Lee-Anne Johnson, Astrid Kuhn and Jordyn Walker
Scrolls: • Astrid Kuhn • Jordyn Walker • Iolio Etsiah • Lee-Ann Johnson Blazer: • Catherine Balebetse • Mbali Khumalo
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Back Row L-R: Biko Mabuse; Joshua Watson; Jaden v.d. Merwe; Kabir Jugram; Mthimkhulu Radebe; Adrian Bucsa; Kallyn Merckel Middle Row L-R: Leatile Molebatsi; Matthew McVey; Lindokuhle Nkosi; Shrivaag Singh; Tsietsi Matsoso; Oludamilare Okesokun; Lamonte Mackay; Ketan Munien; Tumisang Motsei Front Row L-R: Mixo Ngobeni; Lesedi-La-Naledi Kgame; Owethu Tshabalala; Mr. D. Neervoort; Khumo Morojele; Viashin Naidoo; Tahir Tayob
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Back Row L-R: Juanito Riego de Dios; Haseeb Hassan; Owen Riley; Siphumelele Norman Sikakane; Gian Potenza; Kelechi Nwokeyi; Heri Bukanga Middle Row L-R: Relebogile Molefe; Franklin Lodge Front Row L-R: Paul Kabeya; Nikhil Hagroo; Randry Bigirimana; Tyrich Thutloa; Simphiwe Ngwenya; Liam Morgan; Shravan Singh
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Yandisa Lurwengu; Yazdaan Casey; Cullen Hettema; Kelvin Mbayo; Daniel Feldman; Angelo Mavanga Mpho Ngoasheng; Mbalizethu Tshabalala; Luke Vetten; Ms. M. Pillay; Shravan Jugram; Bongani Shabangu; Tebogo Molefe
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Back Row L-R: Luthando Velaphi; Serge Mudogo; Obert Rukato; Mitchell Jardine; Itumeleng Mokhethi; Prashil Daya Middle Row L-R: Eric Joseph Payne; Fayaadh Gatee; Mpumelelo Norman Nhlapo; Emmanuel Ndlovu; Pepi Orac; Kray Ramathan; Akhil Singh Front Row L-R: Ms. A. Botha; Reneal Pillay; Lucas Munnik; Bogosi Morojele; Andy Mbaya; Ighodalo Ukhurebor; Ms. C. Niken
boys soccer awards League Winners After a long season, we are proud to announce that the U14 soccer team emerged victorious in the Independent Schools Soccer League. In the final, the boys managed to beat Waterstone College with 3 goals to nil. Congratulations boys, and thank you for representing the College in such an outstanding manner. Could the team manager, Mr. Du Toit, and all team members please come up to receive their trophy and medals: • Lebogang Makhubedu • Sisa Dingiswayo • Thato Kekana • Luthando Makgalemele • Simon van Garderen • Refiloe Molakeng • Aadil Haffejee • Hubani Madlala • Tyron Wei • Kabelo Mosehla • Luke Solomons • Muhammad Ellahi • Kelechi Nwokeyi • Tomas Gavriel • Tumisang Motsei • Mthimkhulu Radebe
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Service to Soccer: Throughout their school careers at the College, the following players have dedicated time and effort to playing soccer, and have contributed to the development of the sport. Both player, unfortunately, sustained prolonged injuries during the course of this season, hindering their ability to commit fully to the Open team. On behalf of the sports department, we would like to thank them for their service to soccer, and wish them well for their future endeavours: • Bogosi Morojele • Obert Rukato
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high school sports boys soccer awards SOCCER AWARDS Blue Badge Re-Awards: • Refiloe Molakeng • Hubani Madlala New Blue Badges: • Kabelo Mosehla • Muhammad Ellahi • Luthando Makgalemele • Aadil Haffejee • Tyron Wei • Simon van Garderen • Luke Solomons • Tomas Gavriel • Lebogang Makhubedu • Sisa Dingiswayo • Thato Kekana • Liam Morgan
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Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Bongani Shabangu • Luke Vetten • Kelvin Mbayo New Gold Badges: • Gian Potenza • Owen Riley • Haseeb Hassan • Shravan Singh • Simphiwe Ngwenya • Kelechi Nwokeyi • Nikhil Hagroo • Franklin Lodge • Relebogile Molefe • Yandisa Lurwengu • Mbalizethu Tshabalala Itumeleng Mokhethi
Scroll Re-Awards: • Prashil Daya • Reneal Pillay Scrolls: • Ighodalo Ukhurebor • Lucas Munnik • Joe Payne Blazers: • Pepi Orac • Itumeleng Mokhethi • Bogosi Morojele
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high school sports netball Netball 2015 was a year filled with laughter, tears and most importantly, great sportsmanship. The Open teams went through tough times but came through towards the end of the season. A number of girls participated in district trials, which was a great opportunity for those girls. Congratulations to Yaisa Etsiah for being selected for the Gauteng trials. The season was not as successful as last year given that we moved up from Pool D to Pool C. However, it was filled with many laughs and great commitment shown by all players of all teams. An immense amount of support and love from all teams was shown. Well done to the U/14 Netball team for making it through to the District Championship play-offs, a great effort after going through the season undefeated.
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Personally, I had loads of fun this year. I have a great amount of love for this team and I truly wish them the best of luck for next year’s season. Thank you to Sandra and Bulelwa for being available to play for the Open teams when we were short of teammates and I thank the coaches, especially Coach Eva, for the shouting and love she showed us. Most importantly, thank you to Mr Augustin, without him the Open girls would not have their beautiful dresses and without him pushing and encouraging the girls, netball wouldn’t have been the same. It has been an absolute pleasure being part of the team and representing the team of 2015. Kgomotso Letebele
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Back Row L-R: Natalie Kapsosideris; Phila Ramphomane; Farisai Jaka; Ms. D. Khoury; Ms. F. Hardman; Yemema Gebrie; Anele Nyanda; Okuhlekuyeza Malevu Front Row L-R: Poonam Lallubhai; Makhosazana Ntimane; Demishka Pillay; Mbali Bhengu; Chloe Govender; Kalista Singh
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Back Row L-R: Pertunia Ndlovu; Zanzi Matsebula; Katelyn Valiatham; Barenese Kaynie; Nicole Ndlovu Front Row L-R: Sara Feldman; Jodell Tantij; Ms. C. Steyn; Abongile Mzondeki; Nompumelelo Sobopha
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Back Row L-R: Sisanda Buthelezi; Nqobile Ndlovu; Ms. M. Kapsosideris; Yaisa Etsiah; Nikita Singh Front Row L-R: Nosihle Ngubane; Nolufefe Maswanganyi; Kyara Plasket-Govender; Chiedza Makamanzi; Lerato Mphuthi; Lindiwe Mthimunye
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Back Row L-R: Tanya Maravanyika; Toluwani Okesokun; Sandra Davila; Bulelwa Nengudza; Julia Barry Front Row L-R: Aarya Pooran; Lindokuhle Matsebula; Thuwaybah Moses; Ms. D. Mosobe; Tshegofatso Mosobe; Shari Maluleke; Tshepang Masuku
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Blue Badge Re-Award: • Katelyn Valiatham New Blue Badges: • Kalista Singh • Sara Feldman • Pertunia Ndlovu • Jodell Tantij • Nikita Singh • Sisanda Buthelezi • Nosihle Nxumalo Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Tshepang Masuku • Tanya Maravanyika • Shari Maluleke • Sandra Davila • Siyanda Buthelezi
Cassidy Wood; Kgomotso Letebele; Palesa Makam; Ms. Z. Masondo; Ms. B. Ogle; Olayemi Okesokun; Nosipho Mgijima; Mahima Jivan Chandre v.d. Merwe; Siphumelele Sijabuliswe Zulu; Karabo Nkutha; Makoba Naomi Mogodi; Reneilwe Rampedi; Shirley Mphahlele; Makgano Mlaba
Scroll Re-Awards: • Mahima Jivan • Cassidy Wood • Chandre v.d. Merwe • Makgano Mlaba • Olayemi Okesokun • Naomi Mogodi
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New Scrolls: • Bulelwa Nengudza • Palesa Makam • Karabo Nkutha Blazers • Kgomotso Letebele
Bulelwa Nengudza was awarded a netball scroll
New Gold Badges: • Kyara Plasket-Govender • Nolufefe Maswanganyi • Yaisa Etsiah • Chiedza Makamanzi • Tshegofatso Mosobe • Julia Barry • Lindokuhle Matsebula • Thuwaybah Moses • Toluwani Okesokun • Reneilwe Rampedi
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Michaela Moonsamy; Alerike Zimmermann; Maya Le Roux; Kira Hanmer; Lindiwe Ntsepo; Palesa Shabangu; Astrid Kuhn Tiskeen Narkedien; Ashleigh Vetten; Ms. L. Cantin; Mr. P. Augustin; Kevania Naidoo; Alexandra Greenberg
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Hao-Hsiang Jack Lai; Matthew Askew; Caleb Palmer; Nicholas Rutherford; Daniel Hanger; Rayvern Coetzee; Howard Su Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett; Khaleel Sarang; Mr. P. Augustin; Ms. L. Cantin; Ciaran Heywood; Keegan Urquhart Zhuofeng Wu; Sesese Masondo; Jack Robertson; Mpho Nemasetoni; Mujahied Moses; Hayden Kuisis; Gabriel Horowitz
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high school sports hockey awards New Blue Badges: • Alerike Zimmermann • Jack Robertson Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Astrid Kuhn • Maya Le Roux • Mpho Nemasetoni New Gold Badges: • Tiskeen Narkedien • Kira Hanmer • Keegan Urquhart • Zhuo Feng Wu • Nicholas Rutherford • Matthew Askew • Howard Su • Jack Lai • Sesese Masondo
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Scroll Re-Awards: • Ciaran Heywood New Scrolls: • Lindiwe Ntsepo • Rayvern Coetzee • Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett • Khaleel Sarang Blazers: • Kevania Naidoo • Caleb Palmer • Hayden Kuisis
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high school sports girls’ tennis The squad of girls playing tennis has continued to grow. Twice a week, coaches Gareth and Charles work with the girls in enjoyable sessions, which emphasise fitness, stroke correction and match play. A number of boys regularly join in the sessions, providing an added dynamic to the sense of competition and athleticism.The U/13 girls show enthusiasm and a desire to improve their skills. They all realise that tennis requires hours of practice to become really proficient.The senior girls have had mixed results in the league, winning 50% of their matches. They have always been complimented for their sportsmanship and good tennis manners. Aarya and Shari were awarded scrolls for their commitment and improving skill levels. Back Row L-R: Front Row L-R:
Lula Pam-Grant; Lucia Li; Danilo Costella; Narisha Naidoo; Ms. F. Hardman; Alerike Zimmermann; Astrid Kuhn; Unathi Marapyana; Mahlako Seloane Tshepang Masuku; Aarya Pooran; Thandeka Munnik; Nolufefe Maswanganyi; Mahin Ali; Shari Maluleke; Iman Benjamin
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Tariro Banganayi; Ajay Dayal; Kai Singiswa; Gian Potenza; Enrique Alves; Nikail Nair; Heri Bukanga; Tyron Wei Jarrod Michael Lazarus; Ziyaad Tayob; Ms. C. Steyn; Ms. M. Chipindu; Shravan Singh; Ahmad Vorajee
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Both of our tennis teams have seen a number of new faces this year which has been very encouraging. The Boys’ team has shown some great improvement which has been evident in the end of year results with the teams recording a number of wins. They entered both the Catholic Schools Festival and the Inter-High tournament earlier on in the year winning two games and losing two and unfortunately the second round was cancelled due to the weather. The coaches have done a fantastic job this season pushing the learners to strive for better results and with the larger numbers, teams have had a lot more depth which has resulted in some great competition. The boys should be extremely proud of what they have achieved and should continue to push themselves to reach greater heights. Mr P Augustin
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tennis awards Blue Badge Awards: • Iman Benjamin • Bilal Tayob • Heri Bukanga • Tyron Wei New Gold Badge Awards: • Narisha Naidoo • Astrid Kuhn • Tshepang Masuku • Darren Wei • Ziyaad Tayob • Gian Potenza • Kai Singiswa • Enrique Alves • Nikail Nair New Scrolls: • Aarya Pooran • Shari Maluleke • Howard Su
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high school sports athletics What a whirlwind of an athletics season this year! A grand total of just under four weeks saw us competing in six meets and having only 13 training sessions! This, however, did not deter the athletes from putting 100% into each event in which they participated, which contributed to the overall success of the team this season. The first major competition was our inter-house athletics day, which took place on Saturday 12 September 2015. As always, the day was incredibly festive with preschoolers to matrics participating in a multitude of events. Across the sections, many track and field records were broken on the day; an incredibly impressive feat by all involved. The high school record breakers were as follows:
• Brione Bryan – U19 girls high jump • Mpho Nemasetoni – U19 boys high jump • Olayemi Okesokun – U19 girls 100m • Anele Nyanda – U13 girls 100m • Astrid Kühn – U16 girls javelin • Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo – U19 girls discus
After combining each individual’s points from the wide range of events, the following learners placed top in the junior and senior section, therefore qualifying them for Victrix and Victor Ludorum awards:
• Junior Victrix – Anele Nyanda • Junior Victor – Refiloe Molakeng • Senior Victrix – Astrid Kühn • Senior Victor – Rayvern Coetzee
After the inter-house festival, the team season was in full swing and the College hosted the first track meet of the season on Wednesday 16 September. Even though we only competed against one other school, the track athletes still displayed flair in their abilities and dominated the competition. The first full-programme meet we attended was at Pecanwood College on Saturday 19 September. It was disappointing that a fair portion of athletes did not attend the meet, however, the athletes who arrived filled in where necessary and participated in nearly every
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event on the day. Another track meeting was held at Marist Brothers Linmeyer on Wednesday 23 September where, again, we were one of only two schools competing. The Marist spirit was as fierce as the competition, and our track athletes were pushed to perform even better than normal. All the aforementioned meets were good preparation and training for the most important annual events of each athletics season: the Catholic Schools and inter-high meets. The Catholic Schools meet was held on Tuesday 29 September at the Herman Immelman Stadium in Germiston. Our athletes were pitted against some tough competition, testing their abilities as well as their mental strength. We were not, however, deterred from pushing boundaries and achieving outstanding results. In the girls section we placed 4th out of 9 schools, in the boys section we placed 3rd out of 7 schools, and in the co-educational section we placed 2nd out of 5 schools; truly impressive results indeed. As always, SHC athletes obtained a couple of records on the day:
• Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo – U19 girls discus • Brione Bryan – equalled U19 girls high jump
Our final and most prestigious event of the season, the inter-high meet, was held on Friday 2 October at the Roodepoort Athletics Stadium in Ruimsig. After placing first in the ‘B’ league in 2014, we were promoted to the ‘A’ league. It is with great pride and admiration that, after placing 6th out of 8 schools, we will remain in the esteemed ‘A’ league for the 2016 season. The level of competition that we face at this meet is exceptionally high and can be rather intimidating. Our athletes performed like seasoned professionals and appeared as impressive as and better than our toughest competitors on the day. Although no records were broken, many of the athletes obtained personal best times, distances and heights. All in all, I believe that this year’s athletics season was incredibly productive and successful, all of which being attained in an extremely short time span. The level of commitment and dedication to the team is admirable and much appreciated. The hard work put in by the coaching staff and athletes alike is the only reason that we have achieved what we have this season, and I applaud and thank each person involved! Ms Cindy Niken
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high school sports INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS AWARDS Overall Age Group Winners: U13 Girls 3rd – Marion Vetten 2nd – Natalie Kapsosideris 1st – Anele Nyanda
U16 Girls 3rd – Bulelwa Nengudza 2nd – Toluwani Okesokun 1st – Astrid Kuhn
U13 Boys 3rd – Luke Riego de Dios 2nd – Mthimkhulu Radebe 1st – Tumisang Motsei
U16 Boys 3rd – Nicholas Rutherford 2nd – Luke Vetten 1st – Rayvern Coetzee
U14 Girls 3rd – Mahin Ali 2nd – Jodell Tantij 1st – Nicole Ndlovu
U17 Girls 3rd – Mahima Jivan 2nd – Iolio Etsiah 1st – Ashleigh Vetten
U14 Boys 3rd – Kabelo Mosehla 2nd – Luthando Makgalemele 1st – Refiloe Molakeng
U17 Boys 3rd – Reneal Pillay 2nd – Emeka Ntone-Edjabe 1st – Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett
U15 Girls 3rd – Skye Naidoo 2nd – Yaisa Etsiah 1st – Ruth McCormick
Open Girls 3rd – Mbali Khumalo 2nd – Olayemi Okesokun 1st – Brione Bryan
U15 Boys 3rd – Juanito Riego de Dios 2nd – Gian Potenza 1st – Kelechi Nwokeyi
Open Boys 3rd – Mitchell Jardine 2nd – Mpho Nemasetoni 1st – Imani Mtambo
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Special Awards • Junior girl long distance champion – Natalie Kapsosideris • Junior girl field event champion – Anele Nyanda • Senior girl long distance champion – Kevania Naidoo • Senior girl field event champion – Astrid Kuhn • Junior boy long distance champion – Gian Potenza • Senior boy long distance champion – Imani Mtambo • Junior boy field event champion – Refiloe Molakeng • Senior boy field event champion – Luke Vetten Victor and Victrix Ludorum 2015 • Junior Victrix – Anele Nyanda • Junior Victor – Refiloe Molakeng • Senior Victrix – Astrid Kuhn • Senior Victor – Rayvern Coetzee
high school sports athletics team awards To qualify for an athletics award, the athlete must obtain a certain number of points based on the Athletics Performance Evaluation Tables (APET). We have used a maximum of each athlete’s top five performances and measured these performances against our criteria. These points are based on performances at an age appropriate level, but ranges from an athlete starting out, to the elite or national athletes. The following athletes are awarded blue badges: • Hubani Madlala • Jodell Tantij • Kabelo Mosehla • Katelyn Valiatham • Refiloe Molakeng • Sara Feldman • Chiedza Makamanzi • Gian Potenza • Nikhil Hagroo • Juanito Riego de Dios • Skye Naidoo • Enrique Alves • Bohlale Mokhele • Toluwani Okesokun The following athletes are re-awarded gold badges: • Nicholas Rutherford • Emeka Ntone-Edjabe
The following athletes receive new gold badges: • Kelechi Nwokeyi • Nolufefe Maswanganyi • Dani Costella • Yaisa Etsiah • Ruth McCormick • Tiskeen Narkedien • Bokgosi Mokhele • Thuwaybah Moses • Tshegofatso Mosobe • Daniel Feldman • Luke Vetten • Prashil Daya The following athletes are re-awarded scrolls: • Iolio Etsiah The following athletes have qualified for new honours scrolls for Athletics: • Astrid Kuhn • Bulelwa Nengudza • Tanya Maravanyika • Wandile Magobolo • Rayvern Coetzee • Ighodalo Ukhurebor • Ashleigh Vetten • Kevania Naidoo • Lucas Munnik
2015 ATHLETE OF THE SEASON: • Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett FULL COLOURS BLAZERS It is with great pleasure and immense pride that we are able to award the highest accolade that the College has to offer: full-colours blazers for sport. Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett Brione Bryan. Mpho Nemasetoni Imani Mtambo
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high school sports cycling Hearts Into the Future – Heritage Day Bike Ride On the 24th of September 2015, on Heritage Day, three Sacred Heart College learners, Cullen Hettema, Michael Lazarus and Mujahied Moses organised a bike ride with the help of the school and Mr Augustin. We came up with the idea for a ride such as this, because we feel as an African country we are suffering from many crises: ecological, xenophobia and unequal opportunity. We feel that all those who are protected by our constitution are entitled to education and shelter. We strongly believe in continuing our national tradition of offering aid and protection to those who have fled their own homes, in their own countries due to political or religious conflicts, etc. With this in mind, our cycle challenge had three main aims: • To take a stand for those marginalised in society, raising awareness about xenophobia • To recognise two great people who played a large role in our history, namely Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela • To promote cycling in a fun/ safe environment The morning of the cycle challenge was a sunny, beautiful day with an eager crowd gathering, ready to get going. The participants gathered beneath the trees of Plane Tree Avenue and started the ride at 07:30. Along the 15 kilometre route we passed historically significant places such as Satyagraha House, Kallenbach Drive, Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Louis Botha Avenue and The Munro Drive. The City of Johannesburg, in conjunction with Eco-Mobility Month, supported the ride with 120 JMPD officers assisting with road closures. At the finish line riders were greeted by Three2Six learners who handed them a Hollard water bottle. Riders were given a ribbon the colour of the South African flag to hang on the finish line, and we asked them to write down their hopes for the future on the wall next to the Three2Six library. An anonymous rider placed this remark on the wall “VERY TOUGH RIDE. Maybe as tough as changing a country.” We are grateful to our school for helping us with the organisation, especially Mr. Augustin. We would also like to thank the student body for providing marshals on the day as well as our sponsors Vodacom, Hollard and the City of Johannesburg. Lastly, thanks to the students, parents and wider community for participating and spreading the word of this ride. Thank you! Cullen Hettema, Michael Lazarus and Mujahied Moses
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high school sports basketball First and foremost, I am humbly privileged to head this amazing sport. Over more than a century, basketball has gained momentum, since its inception by James Naismith, a Phys Ed professor, whose children were bored, to become one of the most revered sports on the planet. In December 1891, the “orange ball” sport was born in the gymnasium of Springfield, Massachussets, USA. To date, NBA and the Euroleague are global events youths adore watching. At Sacred Heart College, boys and girls enjoy playing B’ball, as it is affectionately called. The passion and enthusiasm boys and girls show on and off the courts gives me joy, whether I celebrate or cry with them after each game. Certainly this year was no exception to shared tears and laughter. It is important underlining some attributes of basketball: discipline, team work, fair play and resilience, to name just a few. Our players compete in the GSBC League that comprises some incredible teams such as Michaelmount, who have clinched trophies from almost all tournaments played in South Africa. Boys’ Basketball The boys’ section comprises the junior and the senior teams that played some delightful games during this season. A friendly game was narrowly lost to St John’s College in the Macartin Centre. We also played St Peter’s College, Crawford, and Michaelmount in a nail-biting encounter that showed our boys zeal to win. Sacred Heart College is indeed privileged to have the Macartin Centre facility; on two occasions, the fixtures against Saheti were cancelled due to adverse weather. It is worth mentioning that few prominent schools around Gauteng and in South Africa can boast possessing such a jewel. Both the 1st team and U/16 participated in the prestigious U/18 and U/16 St John’s Tournaments. These events remain the premier basketball tournaments, and it is always a privilege to take part. However, our participation was not as great as the previous year since we could not qualify for the A division or championship. Despite the lack of victories, it was a rewarding to see boys determined to pursue the adventure until the end and showing great sportsmanship. Nonetheless, there was a glimpse of joy as Roby Mudogo was selected for the All Stars Team 2015. This boy undoubtedly has a certain talent and skills that I would love to see him use with more commitment to the team particularly, and to the school as a whole. On 20 to 22 March 2015, the ‘Dolphins’ participated in the U19 ISSA Basketball Festival. It was really a delight to see how a team was coming to maturity, paving their route to play in the final, defeating the hosts in an epic quarter final. Their quest to win saw our boys overcoming the opposing team in the semi-final. Without doubt, our team was burgeoning, working as a team and building ties that were important. The final against our nemesis, Michaelmount, was played with passion and resilience.
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We were dominated until the last two minutes of the 4th quarter; a basket scored by Serge Mudogo gave us a slight hope that Sacred Heart College would win the ISSA festival and thus open a new page of history. Alas! A few little mistakes and we were crucified for our sins. Sacred Heart lost 32 – 37 against the Michaelmount team which is, undoubtedly, considered the top team in southern Africa. We were proud to bring back to school the silver medal and the trophy for the best team spirit, and Serge Mudogo as an All Stars player. The U/16 ‘Marines’ had an equally impressive season. Not only did they win the U/16 Inter-Catholic tournament, but on the weekend of 2 to 4 October they emerged victorious at the ISSA tournament held in Mafikeng. Tebogo Molefe and Norman Sikakane were also selected for the All Stars team at ISSA. Much credit must go to Coach Malu Batapayi for his coaching and strategic abilities. With many players younger than their competitors, the U/16 team is undoubtedly a future force to be reckoned with. Girls’ Basketball From my position, as a newcomer at the school, it was challenging to encourage girls to play basketball. Approximately twenty girls constitute the junior and senior teams. The challenge came from matriculants that hardly trained, due to academics. Occasionally, when they showed up, the games were different and we could applaud and believe that we would score baskets. For the most part, the juniors, who played as seniors, are gaining confidence; and with time they will become invaluable players to defend the school colours with pride and honour. It is perhaps worth commending their dedication despite results that did not go our way. But it was an enjoyable opportunity to lock horns against Crawford, St Mary’s, St Peter’s, and participate in the Catholic Schools tournament where our girls won some games. Basketball dribbling, shooting, and passing skills are areas of concern that we need to address in order for our girls to become more competitive. The game against Crawford proved to be the most exciting of all, as more baskets were scored. I do believe in the maxim that says practice makes perfect, so as we mature in the knowledge of the game, our girls will be smarter and play as a team sharing their laughter and tears. I commend them for being present, as enshrined in one of the pillars of our school. Indeed, defeats did not deter them from playing with enthusiasm during the season. An inspiring Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the Modern Olympics said ‘mutatis mutandis’ “what is important is not to win but to participate”. If our players, boys and girls, continue to show their commitment with a desire to perfect their skills, I have no doubt that they will flourish in basketball. Mr Jean Bwasa
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Back Row L-R: Zada Hanmer; Lethabo Sephuma; Angel Gwanda Front Row L-R: Abongile Mzondeki; Pertunia Ndlovu; Ms. D. Mosobe; Zanzi Matsebula; Nicole Ndlovu
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high school sports basketball awards Gold Badge Re-Awards: • Jordyn Walker • Jessica Kow • Patricia Mudogo • Andy Mbaya • Sibusiso Kgare New Gold Badges: • Lee-Ann Johnson • Nikhil Hagroo • Tebogo Molefe • Roby Mudogo • Norman Sikakane • Wandile Magobolo Scrolls Re-Awards: • Serge Mudogo New Scrolls: • Bulelwa Nengudza • Sabelo Nkosi Full Colours Blazers • Luthando Velaphi • Norman Nhlapo
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SWIMMING Once again, we managed to increase the number of attendees on the Midmar Mile trip and this year hosted 21 learners in total. As always, the Tour began with an early morning departure from the College on Thursday 05 February 2015, and was rife with madness and mayhem from that point onwards. Our traditional breakfast stop took place at the Bergview 1-Stop in Harrismith where the swimmers stocked up on food and snacks, and took over the ‘children’s’ play area. From there, it was a business stop in Pietermaritzburg to pick up the official entries from the G.C. Joliffe Pool and then a second snack-attack at Midlands Mall. There was no looking back after this point because the trip was now in full swing and we were en route to our home for the weekend: La Montagne, Ballito. After checking in and settling down (yeah, right!), it was business as usual as the Dolphins caused chaos at the pool. Races, challenges, ball games and whirlpools were the order of the evening before the fun had to stop for a mandatory food break. It was then time for some ’30 Seconds’ fun in the games room and then a movie night for the seniors (more like an opportunity for the seniors to completely invade Ms Niken’s suite!). A cheaper alternative to breakfast was initiated this year whereby learners and their utensils trekked to Ms Niken’s suite for the meal. While it was a new and, somewhat, interesting experience, it was enjoyed and I believe will continue for years to come. Friday afternoon signalled business time again as we headed to St. Henry’s Marist College for the annual, invitational and traditional inter-school gala. The results of the gala need not be mentioned because, most importantly, fun was had and the event was enjoyed by all. For the hungry troops, dinner at Panarotti’s Gateway beckoned and it was time to officially welcome the newcomers. Formalities aside, the swimmers were given the opportunity to infest the mall with their antics and give the staff a well-deserved break (albeit for only an hour or two!) Back at the hotel, a brief round of ’30 Seconds’ was enjoyed before the fatigued troops retired for the night.
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After breakfast (or rather, the massacre of Ms Niken’s suite), the swimmers were sent on their way to conquer the Ballito beach. After lunch, the gang was rounded up for the traditional games and activities to begin. From races, challenges, Baywatch and sand-cover activities on the beach, to grapes and flopping at the pool, our swimmers and their escapades stole the show and entertained the other hotel guests. The dinner run that evening led us to Spur at the Ballito Lifestyle Centre where a feast was enjoyed by all. A brief rendezvous back at the hotel pool was in order after dinner to award the prize winners with their mementos. The final stretch of the Tour began at the crack of dawn on Sunday morning as we headed off for Midmar Dam. After setting up our camp, we enjoyed a variety of breakfast treats and lay in wait for the races ahead. All of the Tour attendees completed the swim, with six swimmers doing the Mile for the first time, and many others achieving personal best times. It was a rush from that point to pack up and head back to the bus for the long drive to freedom (for the staff especially!). Our last stop was for lunch at Montrose where everybody was treated to Steers burgers and Milky Lane ice-cream cones. This stop worked out well for everybody because satisfied bellies led to long snoozes for the final stretch of our journey. Overall, it can be said that this year’s Tour was a great success and was an exciting and amusing experience for everybody. On behalf of the College, I would like to commend each swimmer for completing the Mile, and for their outstanding behaviour and attitude for the duration of the Tour. Congratulations swimmers, you earned it! Ms C Niken
HIGH SCHOOL SPORT midmar mile The following 21 swimmers completed the Midmar Mile (1,6 km) swim on 08 February this year, 8 of them swimming it for the first time. Congratulations!
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Ashleigh Vetten Cassidy Wood Kate Northmore Kevania Naidoo Kyara Plasket-Govender Lindiwe Ntsepo Palesa Shabangu Ruth McCormick Tiskeen Narkedien Caleb Palmer Ciaran Heywood Daniel Hanger Enrique Alves Jack Robertson Juanito Riego de Dios Keegan Urquhart Luke Botha Luke Vetten Niven Pillay Sean O’Shea Tyler du Toit
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Back Row L-R : Ruth McCormick; Hubani Madlala; Ciaran Heywood; Caleb Palmer; Daniel Hanger; Enrique Alves; Sean O’Shea; Luke Botha; Rayvern Coetzee; Keegan Urquhart Middle Row L-R : Anele Nyanda; Palesa Shabangu; Lindiwe Ntsepo; Juanito Riego de Dios; Refiloe Molakeng; Ms. A. Botha; Ms. C. Niken (head coach & team manager); Ms. V. McAlpine; Katelyn Valiatham; Luke Vetten; Cassidy Wood; Jack Robertson; Jaden v.d. Merwe Front Row L-R: Chandre v.d. Merwe; Marion Vetten; Tyler du Toit; Cristino Luke Riego de Dios; Sara Feldman; Charvana Skye Naidoo; Nina Shoulder; Tamlyn v.d. Merwe Floor Row L-R : Kevania Naidoo; Kyara Plasket-Govender; Kate Northmore; Ashleigh Vetten; Tiskeen Narkedien; Xavier Naidoo
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SWIMMING TEAM The Sacred Heart College Swimming Team was exceptionally busy during the swimming season and performed terrifically. Training began in the second week of the first term and the rest of the season was very eventful. Our first league gala took place on Thursday 22 January 2015 and was hosted by Greenside High. Even though we faced some tough competition and were threatened by ominous weather, we emerged victorious and placed first out of the six competing schools. A short break in the league season was had over the weekend of 05 – 08 February 2015, where 21 of the College’s swimmers completed the Midmar Mile, eight of whom were swimming the Mile for the first time. The league season continued the very next week when we were hosted by Queen’s High School on Thursday 12 February 2015 for our second league gala. Once again, we were faced with worthy opponents who truly pushed us in the pool. Of the six competing schools, Sacred Heart College placed second. One of the most prestigious events of our season was the annual Inter-Catholic Gala. For the past two years, the gala has been divided into two leagues, and the College has participated in the B section for both years. This year’s competition was demanding on the swimmers, but their spirits never dwindled. Of the seven participating boys’ schools, we placed joint third. Of the six participating girls’ schools, we placed second. And, overall out of the five co-educational schools participating, we placed first.
The penultimate league gala was hosted by Glenvista High on Thursday 19 February 2015, where we placed third out of six competing schools. We experienced some travelling difficulties which resulted in us missing six events, but soon made up enough points to climb our way back up the ranks. Sacred Heart College proudly hosted the final league gala on Tuesday 24 February 2015 and welcomed three visiting schools. The swimmers performed exceptionally well, and we placed second overall. All of this was in preparation for the most important event of the season, the Inter-High Gala at the JCE Pool (WITS Parktown Campus) on Tuesday 03 March 2015. For this gala, the College participated in the ‘A’ league of division 2 for the second consecutive year. Incentive to perform optimally at this gala lies in the fact that swimmers who place first or second in an individual event and/or teams who place first in a relay event qualify to attend the Prestige Gala. The Inter-High Gala was a fast-paced event with all participating teams fighting it out in the pool for top honours. The fight in our swimmers was fierce and we managed to, against some tough competition, finish third overall out of the eight competing schools.
This year’s Prestige Gala was held at the Ellis Park Pool on Tuesday 10 March 2015. Sacred Heart College was well represented at this gala, with the following eight swimmers qualifying to compete in various events:
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Anele Nyanda – U13 Girls 50m Butterfly Sara Feldman – U14 Girls 50m Breaststroke Hubani Madlala – U14 Boys 50m Breaststroke Chandre v.d. Merwe – U17 Girls 50m Breaststroke Lindiwe Ntsepo – Open Girls 50m Breaststroke Refiloe Molakeng – U14 Boys 50m Backstroke & U14 Boys 50m Freestyle Luke Botha – Open Boys 4 x 50m Individual Medley & Open Boys 50m Freestyle Luke Vetten – U16 Boys 50m Backstroke, U16 Boys 50m Butterfly & U16 Boys 50 Freestyle
The team performed exceptionally well, and were great ambassadors for the College this season. It was an honour coaching and managing the team this season and I am incredibly proud of each swimmer’s achievements! Ms C Niken
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORT Swimmers of the Season: The following swimmers have excelled in all areas of team swimming this season: commitment, appearance, skill, and leadership, to name but a few. On behalf of the team, we would like to thank these swimmers for their dedication to the team and to the development of the sport at the College.
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• Chandre v.d. Merwe • Luke Botha
Big Awards: The following swimmers have dedicated time and effort to the success of the team this season, have shown a significant improvement in skill, and have excelled in individual events:
Ciaran Heywood and Luke Vetten were awarded swimming scrolls
Blue Badge Re-Awards • Juanito Riego de Dios • Keegan Urquhart Blue Badges • Jack Robertson • Tiskeen Narkedien • Tyler du Toit • Skye Naidoo • Kyara Plasket-Govender • Ruth McCormick • Tamlyn v.d. Merwe
Luke Botha received his swimming blazer.
The following swimmers have dedicated time and effort to the success of the team this season, they have achieved the necessary qualifying times, and they have fulfilled the College’s awards criteria. They therefore qualify for honours awards: INTERMEDIATE SWIMMERS
Gold Badge Re-Awards • Chandre v.d. Merwe • Sean O’Shea • Ashleigh Vetten • Kevania Naidoo • Lindiwe Ntsepo New Gold Badges • Cassidy Wood • Enrique Alves • Caleb Palmer • Niven Pillay • Daniel Hanger Scroll Re-Awards • Ciaran Heywood New Scroll • Luke Vetten
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING TROPHIES TROPHY
EVENT
NAME
JARDIM TROPHY
Backstroke 50m Boys U/13
Luke Riego de Dios
FRANCO GILARDI TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Boys U/13
Xavier Naidoo
(certificate)
Butterfly 50m Girls U/14
Nina Shoulder
(certificate)
Breaststroke 50m Girls U/14
Sara Feldman
(certificate)
Backstroke 50m Girls U/15
Lula Pam-Grant
(certificate)
Freestyle 100m Junior Girls
Kyara Plasket-Govender
RODRIGUES FLOATING TROPHY
Breaststroke 50m Girls U/15
Charvana Skye Naidoo
(certificate)
Freestyle 100m Junior Boys
Tyler du Toit
YVBYSHAN FLOATING TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Boys U/15
Juanito Riego de Dios
(certificate)
Breaststroke 50m Girls U/16
Cassidy Wood
(certificate)
Breaststroke 50m Boys U/16
Enrique Alves
ELS TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Girls U/17
Ashleigh Vetten
CHRISTO KRIEL TROPHY
Breaststroke 50m Boys U/13
DUNCAN ARMSTRONG SHIELD
Butterfly 50m Boys U/13
(certificate)
Backstroke 50m Girls U/14
(certificate)
Freestyle 50m Girls U/14
M. CALDEIRA TROPHY
Breaststroke 50m Boys U/14
SYMES SHIELD
Butterfly 50m Boys U/14
(certificate)
Backstroke 50m Boys U/14
R CALDEIRA TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Boys U/14
LINDSAY ARMSTRONG SHIELD
Butterfly 50m Girls U/15
BRIAN WHITAKER TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Girls U/15
FITZGERALD TROPHY
Breaststroke 50m Girls U/19
KATE CHEADLE MEMORIAL TROPHY
Butterfly 50m Girls U/19
McALPINE TROPHY
Backstroke 50m Girls U/16
(certificate)
Butterfly 50m Girls U/16
OTTER TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Girls U/16
(certificate)
Backstroke 50m Boys U/16
(certificate)
Butterfly 50m Boys U/16
DOLPHIN CUP
Freestyle 50m Boys U/16
(certificate)
Senior Boys 100m Backstroke
LIMA RODRIGUES TROPHY
Backstroke 50m Boys U/17
LIMA RODRIGUES TROPHY
Breaststroke 50m Boys U/17
LIMA RODRIGUES TROPHY
Butterfly 50m Boys U/17
(certificate)
Freestyle 50m Boys U/17
YEOVILLE CONVENT SHIELD
Backstroke 50m Girls U/19
FAIRPLAY TROPHY
Freestyle 100m Senior Girls
ENRICO NANNI TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Girls U/19
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Senior Girls 100m Backstroke
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Jaden v.d. Merwe Katelyn Valiatham Hubani Madlala Refiloe Molakeng Charvana Skye Naidoo Lindiwe Ntsepo
Tamlyn v.d. Merwe
Luke Vetten
Sean O’Shea
Kevania Naidoo
HIGH SCHOOL SPORT INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING TROPHIES TROPHY
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McALPINE TROPHY
4X25m Individual Medley Senior Girls
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4X50m Individual Medley Senior Girls
SR JEANETTE TROPHY
Backstroke 50m Girls U/17
(certificate)
Breaststroke 50m Girls U/17
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Butterfly 50m Girls U/17
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Senior Girls 100m Breaststroke
CRAIG HELICOPTER TROPHY
4X25m Individual Medley Junior Girls
SAINT RITA TROPHY
4X50m Individual Medley Junior Girls
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Backstroke 50m Girls U/13
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Breaststroke 50m Girls U/13
R DAVIS SHIELD
Butterfly 50m Girls U/13
N RODRIGUES TROPHY
Freestyle 50m Girls U/13
RODRIGUES FLOATING TROPHY
Junior Girls 100m Breaststroke
MAUREEN WHITE TROPHY
4X25m Individual Medley Junior Boys
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4X25m Individual Medley Junior Boys
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Backstroke 50m Boys U/15
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Breaststroke 50m Boys U/15
MARLIN SHIELD
Butterfly 50m Boys U/15
(certificate)
Junior Boys 100m Backstroke
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Junior Boys 100m Breaststroke
REDONDI TROPHY
4X25m Individual Medley Senior Boys
(certificate)
4X50m Individual Medley Senior Boys
PE DAVIS TROPHY
Backstroke 50m Boys U/19
GREENSILL SHIELD
Breaststroke 50m Boys U/19
RE MORRIS TROPHY
Butterfly 50m Boys U/19
JACOBS TROPHY
Freestyle 100m Senior Boys
MOLLER TROPHY
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Anele Nyanda
Keegan Urquhart
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS inter-house individual awards The victor and victrix ludorum trophies are awarded based on points at the Inter-House gala. The junior and senior girl and boy with the most accumulated points is awarded the trophy. These trophies were handed out previously, but the winners still need to be congratulated by receiving a certificate:
• Junior Victrix Ludorum – Anele Nyanda (Valerian) • Junior Victor Ludorum – Keegan Urquhart (Benedict) • Senior Victrix Ludorum – Chandre v.d. Merwe (Benedict) • Senior Victor Ludorum – Luke Botha (Benedict)
By using a points-based system, the overall winners of each age-group are also determined. Congratulations to each one of you! GIRLS U13: 3rd – Natalie Kapsosideris 2nd – Marion Vetten 1st – Anele Nyanda
BOYS U13: 3rd – Jaden v.d. Merwe 2nd – Xavier Naidoo 1st – Luke Riego de Dios
U14: 3rd – Kyara Plasket-Govender 2nd – Alerike Zimmermann 1st – Sara Feldman
U14: 3rd – Refiloe Molakeng 2nd – Hubani Madlala 1st – Kai Sluis-Cremer
U15: 3rd – Lula Pam-Grant 2nd – Ruth McCormick 1st – Skye Naidoo
U15: 3rd – Juanito Riego de Dios & Tyler du Toit 2nd – Jack Robertson 1st – Keegan Urquhart
U16: 3rd – Jordyn Walker 2nd – Tamlyn v.d. Merwe 1st – Cassidy Wood
U16: 3rd – Daniel Feldman 2nd – Enrique Alves 1st – Luke Vetten
U17: 3rd – Lee-Ann Johnson 2nd – Ashleigh Vetten 1st – Chandre v.d. Merwe
U17: 3rd – Mark Millward 2nd – Caleb Palmer 1st – Sean O’Shea
Open: 3rd – Palesa Shabangu & Maya Le Roux 2nd – Kevania Naidoo 1st – Lindiwe Ntsepo
Open: 3rd – Ciaran Heywood 2nd – Niven Pillay 1st – Luke Botha
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORT inter-house swimming awards
Under 17 winners Sean O’Shea (1st), Caleb Palmer (2nd), Mark Millward (3rd)
Under 16 winners Luke Vetten (1st) Enrique Alves (2nd), Daniel Feldman (3rd),
Junior Victrix and Victor Ludorum award winners Anele Nyanda and Keegan Urquhart
Senior Victrix and Victor Ludorum award winners Chandre van der Merwe and Luke Botha
Open winners Lindiwe Ntsepo (1st) Kevania Naidoo (2nd), Palesa Shabangu and Maya le Roux (3rd),
Under 15 winners Skye Naidoo (1st), Ruth McCormick (2nd), Lula Pam Grant (3rd)
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Coco Yu, a Gr 9 learner made us proud this year. She was named as the winner in the Gr 8 and 9 category in The Star Design an Ad Competition. She won some great prizes for herself and R5000 for Sacred Heart College. Pictured here is Creative Arts teacher, Danielle Khoury, Coco Yu and Heather Blanckensee, High School principal.
kate northmore - community service It is with immense pride that this year we were able to award a full-colours blazer for community service. Kate Northmore has been committed and dedicated to serving the school and the wider community since her Grade 7 year. She was awarded a gold badge for community service in 2011 and a community service scroll in 2013. In 2014, Kate began the work that would become a self-initiated project. After months of planning and fundraising, the physical execution of the project could finally take place. With the help of a group of volunteers, project “Kiddi Kit” was launched. In April 2015, the “Kiddi Kits” were delivered to the Jes Foord Foundation to be used by children who have been victims of rape. Kate dedicated more than 750 hours to community service during her time in High School and, in so doing, did much valuable work in both the school and in the wider community.
equestrian Zinzile Nhlapo remained our sole rider in the High School section of the SANESA Inter-Schools Equestrian League this year. He enjoyed some good performances in the qualifying rounds and was selected to represent the Ekhuruleni team in the regional finals. Unfortunately, his horse became unsound and he was not able to ride in the finals after all. It has been quite a few years since the Sacred Heart Equestrian Team was large enough and strong enough to win a regional title, which we did for two years running. Hopefully, the team will be able to rebuild in the years to come and we will once again be a (small) force to be reckoned with. Mr A Smurthwaite
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special achievements world scholars’ cup Global Rounds of the tournament later in the year. Their achievements at the Johannesburg round were too numerous to list here, but suffice to say that they finished in the top five in every discipline of the tournament - writing, debating and general knowledge, and this turned out to be a trend that they would continue in their international competitions.
Back Row: Kneeling:
Astrid Kuhn, Riley Pam-Grant, Mahin Ali, Nicole Ndlovu, Mujahied Moses, Thuwaybah Moses, Jordyn Walker, Isabella Potenza Tariro Banganayi
What started as one last-minute email at the beginning of the year turned into a series of international tournaments for a lucky group of Sacred Heart learners when they participated in the World Scholars’ Cup which was held in South Africa for the first time this year. After receiving a week’s notice of the tournament we quickly gathered together a group of learners who possessed the necessary range of skills not to embarrass themselves too much with almost zero preparation. Far from embarrassing themselves, the Sacred Heart teams covered themselves in glory and with less than a week’s preparation, one junior team - Tariro Banganayi, Nicole Ndlovu and Mahin Ali - and two senior teams - Isabella Potenza, Mujahied and Thuwaybah Moses, Astrid Kühn, Riley Pam-Grant and Jordyn Walker - walked away with enough trophies and medals to keep a rapper in jewelry for years, and qualified to attend the International
In June the senior team of Mujahied, Thuwaybah and Jordyn attended the Global Round in Kuala Lumpur where they once again won a number of medals and qualified for the International Finals. In July the second senior team of Astrid, Riley and Julia Barry (who substituted for Isabella), attended the Global Round in Ireland and again, obtained a number of first and second places. Thuwaybah Moses and Riley Pam-Grant both won Best Speaker awards at the respective rounds, Julia Barry won the award for Best Writing and the Ireland team won the Debating section of the tournament. At the time of writing of this report, a combined senior team is simultaneously preparing for their final exams and the International Tournament of Champions to be held at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut in November. Our teams really did us proud this year, and considering their success in a tournament that they hardly had time to prepare for, we look forward to next year’s tournament with great anticipation. Ms C Baker
sara feldman Sara Feldman competed in gymnastics this year at Level 9, U15. Level 9 is a ‘voluntary’ section, meaning that her routines are choreographed for her. She performed free dance, clubs, ribbon and hoop this year. In August she qualified to represent Central Gauteng at provincials. At provincials, a few weeks later, she qualified to represent Gauteng at nationals. In both competitions she was placed first overall and in all her routines. In October she competed at the South Africa Games – the national competition. In 2015 it was held here in Johannesburg at Wits. Once again she won gold overall and for all her routines, making her the Level 9, U15 national champion. She also scored the highest mark overall across her own age group, U15, as well as over 15.
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junior high academics Junior High Academic Awards Ceremony Tuesday 2nd December 2014 Grade 7 Awards: GRADE RANKING
NAME
1st in Grade (Winner of the Sister Angela Trophy)
Mahin Ali
2nd in Grade
Tariro Banganayi
3rd in Grade
Zada Hanmer
4th in Grade
Lucia Li
5th in Grade
Sara Feldman
Grade 8 Awards: GRADE RANKING
NAME
1st in Grade (Winner of the Brother Neil Trophy)
Lula Pam-Grant
2nd in Grade
Skye Naidoo
3rd in Grade
Didintle Mogodi
4th in Grade
Tejal Bipath
5th in Grade
Ruth McCormick
Grade 9 Awards: GRADE RANKING
NAME
1st in Grade (Winner of the Brother Charles Trophy)
Jordyn Walker
2nd in Grade
Kira Hanmer
3rd in Grade
Rafaella Toi
4th in Grade
Jessica Kow and Shari Maluleke
5th in Grade
Kiara Rama-Lingham
Academic Badge Awards: This is the first step in a four tier awards system. An academic badge can be achieved at the end of the academic year. Grade 8 learners must fulfil the following criteria at the end of BOTH the Grade 7 and Grade 8 years to meet the requirements, and Grade 9 learners must fulfil the following criteria at the end of BOTH the Grade 8 and Grade 9 years to meet the requirements: • Achieve 3 learning area distinctions and 60% or above in Life Orientation • Achieve an aggregate of 75% and 60% or above for Life Orientation By fulfilling the above mentioned requirements, the following learners were awarded academic BLUE badges: • Nikhil Hagroo • Ruth McCormick • Didintle Mogodi
• Tebogo Molefe • Skye Naidoo • Lulu Pam-Grant
• Chiedza Makamanzi • Nolufefe Maswanganyi • Sean Sun
• Skyla Ball • Tanya Maravanyika • Holly Scott-Black
• Kyara Plasket-Govender • Tejal Bipath • Liam Morgan
• Tiskeen Narkedien • Ziyaad Tayob • Coco Yu
By fulfilling the above mentioned requirements, the following learners were awarded academic GOLD badges: • Kira Hanmer • Joy Tlakula • Jessica Kow
• Shari Maluleke • Toluwani Okesokun • Kiara Rama-Lingham
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senior high academics Senior High Academic Awards Ceremony Monday 1st December 2014 Grade 10 Awards: GRADE RANKING
NAME
1st in Grade (Winner of the Colia Trophy)
Cassidy Wood
2nd in Grade
Rayvern Coetzee
3rd in Grade
Brendon Lin
4th in Grade
Masego Mafata Kamila Makan Paul Stansell
Grade 10 Subject Awards 2014 Certificates are awarded to the learner who achieves the highest overall mark in the subject. SUBJECT
RECIPIENT
Accounting
Kavish Chetty
Advanced Programme Mathematics
Cassidy Wood
Afrikaans
Kamila Makan
Dramatic Arts
Cassidy Wood
English
Paul Stansell
French
Cassidy Wood
Geography
Reneal Pillay and Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett
History
Paul Stansell
Information Technology
Brendon Lin
isiZulu
Masego Mafata
Life Orientation
Rayvern Coetzee and Cassidy Wood
Life Sciences
Brendon Lin
Mathematics
Cassidy Wood and Brendon Lin
Physical Science
Cassidy Wood and Brendon Lin
Visual Arts
Mahima Jivan
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SUBJECT
RECIPIENT
BAKER CULTURAL AWARD
This recognises outstanding achievement in the Arts. The award is presented to individuals whose time and talent highlights the meaning of the Arts in our society. To qualify for the award the learner must offer Art and/or Drama as a subject. The learner must have a passion for the promotion of the Arts and Sacred Heart College.
Cassidy Wood
HUMANITIES AWARD
This award recognises outstanding and exemplary achievement in the Humanities. The award is presented to individuals whose time and talents highlight the meaning of the Humanities in our society. To qualify for the award the learner must offer History and/or Geography as a subject. The learner must have a passion for the promotion of the Humanities subjects and Sacred Heart College.
Paul Stansell and Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE AWARD
This is awarded to that learner who has shown particular insight and special interest, and has produced results of a consistently high standard in both Mathematics and Science.
Brendon Lin
OUTSTANDING SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT
Awarded to the learner who excels in sporting activities throughout the school year and across a number of disciplines.
Chandre Van Der Merwe
Grade 11 Subject Trophy Awards 2014 These are awarded to the learner who achieves the highest overall mark in the subject. TROPHY
SUBJECT
RECIPIENT
JAMES TROPHY
Accounting
Eric Joseph Payne
MARCIA HYAM TROPHY
Advanced Programme Mathematics
Eric Joseph Payne
LOTTIE DAMHUIS
Afrikaans 1st Additional Language
Eric Joseph Payne
STEVENSON TROPHY
Dramatic Arts
Naomi Mogodi
RUEBENTPHYL TROPHY
English
Ciara Ball and Ashleigh Vetten
GEORGINA MARCHAND TROPHY
French
Lindiwe Ntsepo
PENMAN TROPHY
Geography
Obert Rukato and Kevania Naidoo
LOWRY/NULTY TROPHY
History
Ashleigh Vetten
SAMUEL ALFRED TROPHY
Information Technology
Cejhna Ramkelewan
MANITSHANA TROPHY
isiZulu
Monica Mayo
BOTHA TROPHY
Life Orientation
Ciara Ball
ROSE TROPHY
Life Sciences
Lindiwe Ntsepo
BROTHER JUSTIN TROPHY
Mathematics
Eric Joseph Payne and Caleb Palmer
BROTHER RUDOLPH TROPHY
Physical Science
Eric Joseph Payne
MBERE TROPHY
Visual Arts
Maya Le Roux
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SUBJECT
RECIPIENT
PATRICK TAYLOR TROPHY
Awarded to the learner who excels in cultural activities throughout the school year and across a number of disciplines.
Mbali Khumalo
SACRED HEART MATHS AND SCIENCE AWARD
This is awarded to that learner who has shown particular insight and special interest and has produced results of a consistently high standard in both Mathematics and Science.
Eric Joseph Payne
JONATHAN JANSEN TROPHY
This is awarded to a learner who is committed, loyal, self disciplined and who participates in school activities. He or she also displays an ability to think critically, having an independence of thought that can raise critical questions about the school and the nature of education at the school.
Ashleigh Vetten
KEITH ABRAHAMS TROPHY
This is awarded to the leaner who has displayed exceptional talent and achievement in all four areas of school life since their Grade 10 year; that is, academically, in sport, in cultural activities and in leadership capacity.
Caleb Palmer and Eric Joseph Payne
OUTSTANDING SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT
Awarded to the learner who excels in sporting activities throughout the school year and across a number of disciplines.
Olayemi Okeskun
Grade 11 Awards: GRADE RANKING 1st in Grade (Winner of the Colia Trophy) 2nd in Grade 3rd in Grade 4th in Grade 5th in Grade
NAME Eric Joseph Payne Caleb Palmer Ashleigh Vetten Kevania Naidoo Lindiwe Ntsepo
ACADEMIC BLAZERS: • Lindiwe Ntsepo • Obert Rukato • Ciara Ball
• Eric Joseph Payne • Caleb Palmer • Ashleigh Vetten • Kevania Naidoo Criteria: To qualify for a blazer a learner must have an academic badge, a scroll and achieve 3 learning area distinctions and at least 60% for Life Orientation or an aggregate of 75% and at least 60% for Life Orientation.
ACADEMIC BADGES: • Isabella Potenza • Sandisiwe Tshabalala • Kavish Chetty
• Sibusiso Kgare • Emeka Ntone-Edjabe • Daniel O’Sullivan-Hewlett
Criteria: To qualify for a badge a learner must achieve 3 learning area distinctions and at least 60% for Life Orientation or an aggregate of 75% and at least 60% for Life Orientation.
ACADEMIC SCROLLS: • Rayvern Coetzee • Brendon Lin • Laetitia Munonoka • Cassidy Wood • Mahima Jivan • Masego Mafata • Reneal Pillay • Miksha Singh • Luke Johnstone • Kamila Makan • Paul Stansell Criteria: To qualify for a scroll a learner must have an academic badge and achieve 3 learning area distinctions and at least 60% for Life Orientation or an aggregate of 75% and at least 60% for Life Orientation.
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HOUSE CAPTAINS – 2015
Obert Rukato Ciara Ball Shane Brennan Ashleigh Vetten Bogosi Morojele Kevania Naidoo Clark de Vos Ilhaam Bheekoo Ciaran Heywood Palesa Shabangu Kray Ramathan Mbali Khumalo Naomi Mogodi Joe Payne Maya Le Roux Mitchell Jardine Lindiwe Ntsepo Imani Mtambo Kate Northmore Caleb Palmer Nompumelelo Mthimkhulu Emmanuel Ndlovu Olayemi Okesokun Pepi Orac Miche Moonsammy Nchaupe Mokoape Siphumelele Zulu
BENEDICT – Nompumelelo Mthimkhulu and Imani Mtambo GEDDES – Ashleigh Vetten O’LEARY – Olayemi Okesokun and Pepi Orac VALERIAN - Mbali Khumalo and Emmanuel Ndlovu
PRESIDENTS and DEPUTY PRESIDENTS – 2015 Deputy Presidents: • Ciara Ball • Obert Rukato Presidents: • Palesa Shabangu • Clark de Vos
LEARNER LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (LLC)
Back Row L-R: Olayemi Okesokun; Pepi Orac; Nchaupe Mokoape; Shane Brennan; Mitchell Jardine; Emmanuel Ndlovu; Caleb Palmer; Ciaran Heywood Middle Row L-R: Nompumelelo Mthimkhulu; Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo; Kray Ramathan; Clark De Vos (President); Mhlabunzima Imani Mtambo; Eric Joseph Payne; Bogosi Morojele Front Row L-R: Lindiwe Ntsepo; Obert Rukato (Deputy president); Ms. M. Pillay; Mr. V. Maseko; Palesa Shabangu (President); Maya Le Roux; Kate Northmore Absent: Ciara Ball (Deputy President)
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learner leadership council LLC Reflection It is most daunting to realise that it is your turn to step up to the plate and lead from the front. As Harold Geneen once said: “Leadership cannot really be taught. It can only be learned.” And this year the LLC of 2015 learned what it takes to be leaders through every fumbling step and victorious success. It was hard, but it was worth it. Starting off the year, we knew we had big shoes to fill as the previous matrics had set the bar high. But we felt more than equal to the challenge, and so we steamed ahead to bring forth new ideas that we nurtured and cultivated because we knew that we needed to work hard to maintain the standard. And it was here that we learned our first lesson in leadership: Our strengths as a group were different to our predecessors. There were going to be aspects that we could not match them in, but there were others where we were able to flourish and improve. Accepting this fact meant that a self-imposed pressure was taken off our shoulders, and with that gone we were able to play to our strengths. We worked tirelessly to produce successful functions such as the 2014 Sacred Heart Day, entitled ‘Cirque de Gumba Flame’ and the Junior High Social in the first term of 2015. We were good at organising and putting together events. We were good at getting things done. But as a group we struggled to see eye-to-eye with many of the students. We struggled to get the whole school
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involved in all the activities, we struggled to maintain school spirit. This taught us another lesson: Leading cannot be about counting how many followers you have, but rather about looking after the followers that you do have, and even more importantly, it is about learning to respect others even if they don’t respect you. As the school year progressed being on the LLC became a lot harder and a lot more time consuming, because being in matric finally became a burden. But we, just as every year before us, managed to pull through, with a little bit more wisdom (we hope). Every year the LLC is given basically the same tasks to complete. And every year they get done to some degree or another. Such is the repetitive, yet necessary, nature of high school. But having come to the end of the year and having passed the leadership mantle to the next group, introspection has produced one final lesson: Leadership is not a competition between you and your predecessors or even you and your fellow students. It is not about keeping tabs on one another, counting each other’s gold stars and black marks. It is not about coming first. It is not about the leaders. It is not even about those that follow. It is about building a community founded on mutual respect, built up through innovation and maintained and reinforced by equality and compassion. And it is this legacy of understanding that we would like to leave Sacred Heart College. We wish the future LLC of the school every success. Ms M Pillay
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Parnassus, Magaliesburg Our Grade 7 camp was very interesting. Let’s first start at the beginning. The bus arrived so early, we were so tired! It arrived at 6:30. Anyway the early morning was worth it. The bus drive was musical as we were all singing our hearts out. The place we went to was in Parnassus, Magaliesburg and it was surrounded by nature and baboons! Our counsellors were hilarious and entertaining. Their names were Quibis, Musa and Helen. The activities were all about teamwork. The teams were Puta, Chappies and the Black Pandas. The best things were the fun games and activities. One of the games we played was Pictionary but in the pool – we had to swim across, get our word and then draw it for our group. Another thing we did in our groups was to create our anthem, flag and laws for our country. Food at camp had a wide variety but wasn’t all good. Since I’m vegetarian I had to eat soya 24/7 which wasn’t very nice, filling my stomach with soya all day. The good food was the desserts, burgers and the pasta. Our dorms had bunk beds, which were cool and spacious. Every day at camp was full of mud and dirt but it was also filled with fun and laughter. I think the one thing that all Grade 7s learnt was teamwork and getting to know others better. Poonam Lallubhai Gr 7
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GRADE 7S
Adrian Bucsa
Alexandra Greenberg
Bilal Tayob
Cameron Alcock
Chloe Govender
Cristino Luke Riego de Dios
Demishka Pillay
Farisai Jaka
Joshua Watson
Kabir Jugram
Kalista Singh
Ketan Munien
Khumo Morojele
Lamonte Mackay
Lesedi-La-Naledi Kgame
Lindokuhle Nkosi
Makhosazane Ntimane
Mbali Bhengu
Mthimkhulu Radebe
Phila Ramphomane
Shrivaag Singh
Thato Mogano
Viashin Naidoo
Xavier Naidoo
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Anele Nyanda
Biko Mabuse
Jaden van der Merwe
Kai Sluis-Cremer
Kallyn Merckel
Leah Lerato Dieterich
Leatile Molebatsi
Luthando Makgalamele
Makhosazana Gibbs
Marion Vetten
Mathew McVey
Michael Johnson
Mixo Ngobeni
Natalie Kapsosideris
Okuhlekuyeza Malevu
Oludamilare Okesokun
Owethu Tshabalala
Poonam Lallubhai
Tahir Tayob
Tsietsi Matsoso
Tumisang Motsei
Yamema Gebrie
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Sugar Bay The definition of Sugar Bay: A camp where students get to choose from what feels like 100 different fun-filled activities, where every day kids get fitter, stronger, healthier and faster with an awesome camp family and divine food that appeals to you so much, you’ll soon be asking for thirds. Every single second at Sugar Bay was filled with something exciting to do, from an intense game of table tennis to learning how to stack crates and climbing. It was absolute paradise for a few days. Students bonded and friendships formed. Soon nothing at Sugar Bay was impossible for us. Every day we got up bright and early in the morning, brushed our teeth and went out on an adventure, whether it be land or sea. The evening activities were amazing! Everyone was “dying” and holding their stomachs from laughing at the “Stunts and skits” night. Everyone was very fearful of “Fear Factor” night and people danced away during party night. The activities differed from action-packed surfing to calming bead-work. Some brave girls even tried paint balling!
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It couldn’t have been more worthwhile! Sugar Bay allowed us to learn things about ourselves and our classmates that we would never have discovered if we had not gone. The activities allowed us to conquer our fears and some were very challenging. The weather was perfect for the beach and just made the camp that much more amazing. The views from the ocean were spectacular and kept everyone entranced and wanting to go back there every single day. We all went home having done something we had never done before! People like and dislike certain things, but I can assure you that every single student in grade 8 enjoyed every second at Sugar Bay and will have very good memories of their grade 8 camp! Mahin Ali, 8H
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GRADE 8s
Aadil Haffejee
Abongile Mzondeki
Alerike Zimmermann
Angel Gwanda
Ebrahim Osman
Lebogang Makhubedu
Luke Smith
Muhammad Bhikha
Muhammad Ellahi
Nina Shoulder
Nomayirha Sisulu
Pertunia Ndlovu
Reece Lazarus
Siyabonga Radebe
Tomas Gavriel
Zada Hanmer
Zi Hai Zhang
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GRADE 8H
Ada Griller
Alexander Collings
Barenese Kaynie
Elwin Adamo Gardelli
Frances Lai
Katelyn Valiatham
Luo Yi Shen
Mahin Ali
Mathinya Thato Kekana
Muhammed Ismail
Nicholas Webster
Noah Furman
Refiloe Molakeng
Saamridh Ramkelawan
Sabrina Geromella
Sara Feldman
Sisa Dingiswayo
Tariro Banganayi
Tyron Wei
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Abbey Sivalingam
Hubani Madlala
Iman Benjamin
Jodell Tantij
Kabelo Mosehla
Lethabo Sephuma
Lucia Li
Luke Solomons
Mahlako Seloane
Meluleki Dube
Nicole Ndlovu
Nompumelelo Sobopha
Sadia Sallie
Sethudi Keiryn Mateme
Simon Van Garderen
Siphumelele Norman Sikakane
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Babanango Valley The Grade 9s of 2015 went to a camp named Babanango Valley which is located in KwaZulu-Natal. At this camp we learnt many skills such as using available resouces to make a camp fire. We learnt how to be a good leader. We built different things and played team building games in groups and this taught us to work with people we do not usually work with at school. This camp revealed our true characteristics and helped us overcome our fears, such as the fear of big insects and the infamous fear of heights. I went to bed with thoughts of a spider crawling on my leg and I got used to that. I would really recommend this camp for the Grade 9s of 2016 and for many years to come. It was a great character building camp and I enjoyed it. Simphiwe Ngwenya, 9H
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Chiedza Makamanzi
Danilo Costella
Franklin Lodge
Heri Bukanga
Isabella Arroyo
Jack Robertson
Juanito Riego de Dios
Ketsia Bokoli
Lindiwe Mthimunye
Mbusiso Siso
Nosihle Ngubane
Nthatuwa Tshabalala
Narisha Naidoo
Nikita Singh
Saien Benjamin
Sean Sun
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Daniel Crouch
Divanth Naidoo
Gabriel Horowitz
Gian Potenza
James Alence
Keegan Urquhart
Lerato Mphuthi
Liam Morgan
Owen Riley
Randry Bigirimana
Relebogile Molefe
Run-Long Wang
Shravan Singh
Simphiwe Ngwenya
Tebogo Molefe
Tejal Bipath
Tiskeen Narkedien
Tyler Du Toit
Tyrich Thutloa
Yaisa Etsiah
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Ateng Malebo
Charvana Skye Naidoo
Darren Wei
Didintle Mogodi
Eric Jung
Haseeb Hassan
Jiaao Yu
Kelechi Nwokeyi
Kyara PlasketGovender
Lula Pam-Grant
Mbulelo Mtande
Micole Monteiro
Nikhil Hagroo
Nomonde Mriga
Nqobile Ndlovu
Paul Kabeya
Roby Mudogo
Ruth McCormick
Sisanda Buthelezi
Thandeka Munnik
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spirit of adventure durban This year’s grade 10 camp was a high-paced, fun-filled, and absolutely wonderful trip! After an early morning departure from the College, we were en route to the adventure that lay ahead at Spirit of Adventure. As always, there are mandatory stops along the way to refuel and recharge, where many of the learners took advantage of gobbling as much junk food as possible. The high level of excitement was hard to ignore, and this energy was infectious for the duration of the camp.
as well as a few team-building games to keep the group’s morale high. It’s always lovely to see the learners interact with their classmates, make new friends, and glow with enjoyment in the process. Day 3 was surely a test for some as we tackled the assault course, abseiled the dam wall, jumped off the dam wall, and built rafts. The groups worked exceptionally well together and coached each other through obstacles.
Upon arrival, the learners settled into the campsite and were split into unfamiliar groups. The first task within these groups was to cook their own potjie dinner, a task that some of them were hesitant to complete, but many were eager to get involved. Luckily, for the staff, dinner was prepared by the trained professionals in the kitchen! After dinner, the girls headed down to the banks of the Shongweni Dam for a camp-out, while the boys remained at the campsite for some tricky brain games.
Unfortunately, our departure came way too soon and it was time to bid farewell to the camp managers, instructors and maintenance staff.
On day 2, we took advantage of the good weather and made our way to the Durban beachfront for some fun activities in the sun. Swimming, body-boarding, volleyball, soccer and baseball were among the activities,
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I think it fair to assume that learners and staff alike thoroughly enjoyed the time at Spirit of Adventure, and we all learnt something new about ourselves and those around us. I would like to commend the grade 10 group on their exceptional behaviour and positive attitude throughout the camp, and congratulate each of them for overcoming obstacles and challenges. Their encouragement of each other and perseverance during tasks was admirable,and I was extremely proud to have accompanied them this year! Ms C Niken
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GRADE 10S
Ahmad Vorajee
Angelo Mavanga
Astrid Kuhn
Bohlale Mokhele
Clare Chang
Daniel Feldman
Enrique Alves
Howard Su
Jabulani Thango
Jessica Kow
Jordyn Walker
Julia Barry
Kiana Rama-Lingham
Kira Hanmer
Mathew Askew
Mujahied Moses
Nicholas Rutherford
Shari Maluleke
Shravan Jugram
Thuwaybah Moses
Toluwani Okesokun
Zahirah Moyce
Zhuo Feng Wu
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GRADE 10H
Blessings Ncube
Bongani Shabangu
Bulelwa Nengudza
Cullen Hettema
Joshua Van Wyk
Joy Tlakula
Kai Singiswa
Kelvin Mbayo
Luke Vetten
Marie-Ange Luhembe
Mark Millward
Mbalizethu Tshabalala
Raquelle Brennan
Robert Ally
Sibonise Ntshangase
Skyla Ball
Tanya Maravanyika
Tshegofatso Mosobe
Tshepang Masuku
Wandile Magobolo
Zinzile Nhlapho
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GRADE 10C
Aarya Pooran
Benjamin Ndlovu
Bokgosi Mokhele
Darshan Mani
Elizabeth Leong
Hlobisile Nhlapho
Lindokuhle Matsebula
Minenhle Mfihlo
Mpho Ngoasheng
Murphy Phiri
Nikail Nair
Nozizwe Khumalo
Onthatile Ramolodi
Phuluso Mulaudzi
Sandra Davila
Serge Mudogo
Tamlyn van der Merwe
Tyron Oldfield
William Rech
Yandisa Lurwengu
ZoĂŤ Kesten
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Kloofwaters Adventure Camp Kloofwaters will always be a constant reminder for us to enjoy everything we experience: the things that are easy as well as the things that are challenging. Any struggles we faced just proved to us how far we could go as the Grade 11s of this year – we wouldn’t have reached our goals if we hadn’t experienced the climb towards them (literally and figuratively). This camp has taught me about the people I spend most of my time with and it’s heart-warming to think that in retrospect, intergroup fights and leadership disputes are a trivial matter compared to our dynamics now, because we came back home stronger and closer. Sandiswa Tshabalala, Gr 11
After the experiences we had at the Grade 11 Camp of 2015, I think it’s safe to say that when the class of 2016 go away together, they come back stronger and closer. With an eventful programme filled with tree-climbing, Capture-the-Flag, obstacle courses, brain games and all-around FUN, we had little time to worry about luxuries – we instead rose to the challenges we were faced with at Kloofwaters Adventure Camp, together. In the age of technology and social media where accessibility to it dictates where we’re willing to travel to, it was quite an accomplishment for Mr Weiss to have made sure that all grade 11s were in attendance. However, when we did arrive, we met our friendly counsellors, who guided us through activities, and soon we all set personal challenges to prove to them that Sacred Heart was a paragon of leadership, friendship and spirit. With our learner leadership skills being tested as well, we were also proving to our teammates and teachers that we could take charge and persevere, even when everything in us was yelling to quit.
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GRADE 11s
Andy Mbaya
Brendon Lin
Cassidy Wood
Dalisizwe Sibanda
Daniel O’SullivanHewlett
Emeka Ntone-Edjabe
Fayaadh Gatee
Jeremy Crouch
Kamila Makan
Kavish Chetty
Laetitia Munonoka
Luke Johnstone
Luthando Velaphi
Mahima Jivan
Mark Lehle
Masego Mafata
Nan An
Ocean Jacobs
Paul Stansell
Prashil Daya
Rayvern Coetzee
Reneal Pillay
Sibusiso Kgare
Tebogo Kekana
Tian Deng
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GRADE 11h
Fredrieka Carolina Els
Ighodalo Ukhurebor
Iolio Etsiah
Lee-Ann Johnson
Luke Botha
Marvin Dieterich
Naledi Ngwenya
Noelen Govender
Palesa Makam
Patricia Mudogo
Pulane Madubanya
Reneilwe Rampedi
Sabelo Nkosi
Sandile Banda
Shanice Naidoo
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Ajay Dayal
Anele Sidaki
Chandre van der Merwe
Isabella Potenza
Jack Shoulder
Jarrod Michael Lazarus
Karabo Nkutha
Leila Areff
Mmabyalwa Kumalo
Mpumelelo Norman Nhlapho
Nikita Brahmadu
Riley Pam-Grant
Sandiswa Tshabalala
Sean O’Shea
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yfc cyara magaliesberg From 14 to 16 April 2015, the Grade 12s attended their annual Grade camp at YFC Cyara in the Magaliesberg. This camp has become somewhat of a tradition with Grade 12 learners, as it seems to be the one camp where there is time set aside for individual reflection, as well as fun activities. This year, we were joined by Mr Peter Sadie, who is a past parent of SHC. His unique take on very contemporary and important issues, allowed, the learners to really understand what they take into their futures, along with their particular talents and abilities.
Another enjoyable but challenging activity was the obstacle course. Learners had to navigate their way around some difficult obstacles, ranging from log climbing to bridge swinging. A very tired group of Matrics returned from camp just in time to enjoy their April holidays. Mrs Alison Botha
The highlight of the three days was the outdoor Mass led by Father Dryden. In such a beautiful setting, learners come to appreciate their last camp together as a grade.
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Ashleigh Vetten Nicknames: Ash Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Girls Soccer; Hockey; Athletics; Piano; Presidents award Achievements: I think that my greatest achievement in the thirteen years I have been at Sacred Heart College is that I have begun to become the woman I have the potential to be- I have failed, I have struggled, and I have triumphed- that is what I am most proud of. Hopes and Ambitions: I hope that in the coming years I will discover something that I am passionate about, sticking to my convictions and being happy, Parting Words: “Pain is temporary, pride is forever” —JM
Bogosi Morojele Nicknames: Bobo; Bogo; Gosi; Lucas; Booger; Tswai; Phunda;Niggs Co-Curricular Activities: Football; Soccer; Athletics Achievements: • 1st Team Soccer for 4 years • Soccer Blazer • Academic Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: Never need to introduce myself Parting Words: “Destined for Greatness”
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Imani Mtambo Nicknames: Gomora; Immn; Sly; Geezus; God item; Flex; Ntambo; Vanilla Killer; Sax; Kenyian; Buff man; Mgondo Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Chess; Athletics; Choir; Drama; Cricket; Ito Achievements: • Best Actor Award • LLC • Benedict House Captain • Chess • Happiness Hopes and Ambitions: To est. Gomora made company. To be a millionaire before age 25. To be a model, actor, architect and entertainer, To empower young people and develop Alexandra. To be happy and live up to my name. Parting Words: “(IMANI) between the I’s there is a MAN, living up to it.” — Imani Mtambo“Know yourself, Love being, Sacrifice who you are today.”
Caleb Palmer Nicknames: Qaleb; Calz; Celeb, White Boy; Mlungu Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Hockey; Culture Club; Chess; Tennis; Athletics Achievements: • Academic Blazer • Drama Blazer • Hockey Blazer • Random certificates of participation • Doing Zulu FAL to Matric Hopes and Ambitions: To not worry and be happy Parting Words: Rage against the dying of the light
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Hayden Kuisis Nicknames: Haydi-Baby Co-Curricular Activities: Hockey; Tennis Achievements: • Hockey Blazer • Tennis Hopes and Ambitions: To work at one of the great Italian super-car companies. Parting Words: Life is like a bicycle: you have to keep moving forward to stay balanced.
Nicknames: Kray-z; Kray-Kray; KING; KoKo; Skipper; Kray 9; Kray-touch Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Cricket; Athletics; Esports; Silver President’s Award Achievements: • Full colours blazer for cricket • First team cricket since grade 8 • LLC 2015 Hopes and Ambitions: To travel around the world as a commercial pilot flying the Airbus Parting Words: A mile of highway will take you just a mile. A mile of runway will take you anywhere.
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Cejhna Ramkelawan Nicknames: Cej; Cejjies Co-Curricular Activities: Tennis Achievements: • Bronze President’s award • Academic Scroll • Tennis Badge Hopes and Ambitions: My aspiration is to one day become an engineer. Open my life travelling the world taking part in varied volunteer work Parting Words: “A small body of determined spirits fired by an inequitable faith in their mission can alter the course of history” —Mahatma Ghandi
Leyya Stockenstroom Nicknames: Layz; Lay-z; Strooms; Lay-Lay; Mehehe*; Missleyya Co-Curricular Activities: Ballet; Radio Veritas; Culture Club (jnr high); and others in-between Achievements: • Advanced 1 Ballet Dancer • Radio Badge • A couple of Drama Certificates Hopes and Ambitions: To dance professionally; truly make a difference in some ones life and find true happiness. Parting Words: This school took a shy scared little girl and turned her into the woman I’m proud to say I am. Thank you SHC for all the memories
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Ciaran Heywood
Clark De Vos
Nicknames: C-Dog, Ciarinkey; Ciarizzle; Kironiah; Doppelgänger Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Hockey; Drama Achievements: • Drama Blazer • Happiness Hopes and Ambitions: To spread love, promote happiness, combat the problems of the world like poverty and stay happy
Eric Joseph Payne
Nicknames: The Wall Runner, Prez, Clarkus, Chezza, Frikkie, Chezlin van Bronkhorst 111, Clarkie, Clarkcent, Erin de Vos. Achievements: • School President • Academic badge • Tennis badge • Surviving Matric Dance 2015 • LLC Hopes and Ambitions: Hope one day to change the world. Want to help the poor in South Africa through the Clark de Vos Foundation. Want to become a successful chartered accountant and hopefully become the CEO of Standard Bank. To become a millionaire by 25 through trading forex. Stay in touch with my friends. Parting words: Build your fences; we are digging tunnels.
Maria Munonoka Nicknames: Maria; Mariril Riri Achievements: • Surviving the camp’s obstacle course • Overcoming my fear of heights • Moving out of my comfort zone • Making the time to get to know others Hopes and Ambitions: To be the best that I can be and always be at peace with myself Parting Words: “Throw me to the wolves and I will come back the Leader”
Nicknames: Joe; Joey; Sepha; Phunda; Moe; Joe7; Joe-Joe, The Grinch, Troy Bolton Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Cricket; Debating; President’s Award Achievements: • Top Achiever in grade 11 • Academic Blazer • Debating scroll • 1st team soccer and cricket Hopes and Ambitions: To keep studying in the future and explore new pathways of learning Parting Words: So long and thanks for all the fish
Mikhsha Singh Nicknames: Mik; Miksh; Zayn Co-Curricular Activities: Indian Dancing; First Aid; Netball; Soccer Achievements: • Academic Badge • Second round of the Maths Olympiad Hopes and Ambitions: To become a forensic accountant/ CA. Move to England. Travel to India, Afghanistan, Vietnam. To also take part in charity organisations. Parting Words: “Love is like the wind, you can’t see it but you can feel it.” —A walk to Remember
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Kevania Naidoo Nicknames: Kevi; Kevs Co-Curricular Activities Swimming; Hockey; Athletics; Piano Achievements: • Gold President’s Award • Academic Blazer • Swimming Badge • Athletics Badge • Hockey Scroll • Grade 5 ABRSM Piano Hopes and Ambitions: To travel the world. To be compassionate. To work with passion and humility Parting Words: Fly you fools!
Mitchell Jardine Nicknames: Mitch; Mitch5; Niggs! Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Cricket; Athletics Achievements: • Academic badge • Soccer Badge • Cricket Badge Hopes and Ambitions: Study overseas and become a sports physio for Chelsea. Be happy.
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Lindiwe Ntsepo Nicknames: Lindi; Lindz; Lindizzle; Taz; Lindi-where-are-we-going; Isibindi Lindi; Mr. Stevens Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Hockey; Piano; Yoga Achievements: • Academic Blazer • Silver President‘s award • completed Midmar 5 times • taught figure skating Hopes and Ambitions: To change the strange perception that pineapple on pizza is ok, to have the biggest coolest library ever and to stop biting my nails Parting Words: “Life is more complicated than we think, yet far simpler than anyone dares to imagine” –Lawrence Durrell
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Obert Rukato Nicknames: Albert; Obs; Obi; Bert; Niggs; Boyo; Shamwari; LGC; Phunda Co-Curricular Activities: FOOTBALL Achievements: • Full colours Blazer: Football and Academic • Deputy President • Black Aces academy player • 1st team Captain for 3 years Hopes and Ambitions: Take Football to the top. PS: You’ll see me on your TV Parting Words: Dream, Believe, Achieve…
Olayemi Okesokun Nicknames: Yemi; Ola!-Yemi!; Yenza; Yemalozo; Beanz (Molemo) Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Basketball; Athletics; First Aid Achievements: • House Captain (LLC 2015) • Athletics Blazer • Netball Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: I just wanna be successful Parting Words: I’M OUT!
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Palesa Shabangu Nicknames: Lessa; Palele; Pali; Papi; Papilicious; President; Adala Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Swimming; Hockey; Plays Achievements: • President 2015 • Best Actress 2015 House Plays • Midmar 2012-2015 • Hockey Badge • Made the Squad Hopes and Ambitions: To continue to grow and progress in every aspect of my life Parting Words: “You are an artistic soul and a student of life…You are your own invention.”
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Akhil Singh Nicknames: Bibs; Akhilo Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Golf; First Aid; Cricket Achievements: • Completed voice presentation • First Aid level 1 • Bokomoso Leadership Hopes and Ambitions: To become wealthy. to leave an amazing legacy Parting Words: “Leave a legacy you will be proud of ”
Brione Bryan Nicknames: Brii-Piie; Bri-one, Brii Co-Curricular Activities: Drama; First aid; Soccer; Athletics Achievements: • Athletics Blazer • Drama Scroll • Soccer Badge
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Ammaarah Casey Nicknames: Aiadeen; KC; Amy; mom; Wootang (refer to Nina) Nebulous (Nina) Co-Curricular Activities: Girl’s Soccer Achievements: • Soccer Badge • Completed the Bokomoso Project Hopes and Ambitions: To hopefully become a successful Lawyer one day and to go on shopping sprees with my daughter in Milan #Dream Parting Words: Life is like a box of chocolates… No run Forest RUN!!!!!
Nicknames: Ant; Antwan Co-Curricular Activities: Radio Veritas; Hockey; Swimming; Debating; Drama; First aid Achievements: • Drama Blazer Hopes and Ambitions: To be happy and successful in whatever I choose to do in my life. Parting Words: “Don’t be a sheep, be a lone wolf ” “Sometimes the longest road is the loneliest
Catherine Balebetse
Darik Alazar
Nicknames: Cat; Cathy; Mpho; Shorty; Short Stuff; ninja (Priyanka & Makgano) Catrinki (Priyanka); Catrina; Cath Co-Curricular Activities: Girls Soccer; First Aid; Dramatic Arts; Exercising Achievements: • Soccer Blazer • Drama Certificate • Best ensemble for Valerian house play 2015 • Theatre Link Certificate Hopes and Ambitions: To become a sports psychologist as well as travel the world. Parting Words: Live, Laugh, Learn, Love
Nicknames: Dwity; Blondie; Dee; Mrs Dwity; Madam; Love (refers to Shirley) Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Ballet; Gymnastics; Cheerleading; Australian Football; Yoga; Marimbas; Dancing Achievements: • Netball • Drama Badge • Gymnastics Medal • Ballet • Academics • Australian Football Hopes and Ambitions: To Succeed in Life Parting Words: If you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail.
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Brandon Nel Nicknames: RSTZZA, Brands, Brakpan Achievements: Drama Blazer for sound and lighting Hopes and Ambitions: To establish a full career in progamming and to be happy in life. Parting Words: “Don’t cry because something is over, smile because it happened”.
Frances Bailey Nicknames: Frankie, Franny, Francie, little red riding hood, Franky-wanky, Frankie_doodlepop, Frankenstein, kid, Frank (There’s a multitude really but you can just call me Frances) Achievements: I have many… including a drama badge if that counts Co-curricular: Drama and ambling about Goals: To solemnly swear that I am up to no good and finally get my letter to Hogwarts. But if that doesn’t work out I plan to travel the world and conquer it, after which time I’d get severely bored and give it back. I also hope to rob a couple banks… Quote: “Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to.” “I don’t much care where –” “Then it doesn’t matter which way you go.” Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland
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Hunter Nestadt Nicknames:Jäger Co-Curricular Activities: House plays; Matric Project; Swimming Achievements: • Best Costumes (house plays 2015) • Drama Badge • Passing • Did Midmar twice Hopes and Ambitions: Travel as much as possible, explore, go on adventures and never stop learning EVER and read a lot. Parting Words: “Confidence isn’t ‘they will like me’, it’s I’ll be okay if they don’t.” DO BEST GUYSY
Magano Mlaba Nicknames: Mag-K; Barbie; Maggz; Kgano; Makgamz; Blondie; Team Cost Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Drama Achievements: • Drama Blazer • Baker Award • Netball Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: To do everything that I’ve set out to do with a smile on my face; to follow my dreams and never give up Parting Words: You’ve raised me and accepted me and for that I am most grateful. I will miss you so much my SHC family but most importantly, my second family.
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Khaleel Sarang Nicknames: Koo; Khaleesi; Lele; Khalolo; Kinhy Khaleel Co-Curricular Activities: Tennis; Hockey; Soccer; Chess Achievements: • Tennis Badge • Hockey Scroll • Bronze President’s Award • Bokomoso project completed Hopes and Ambitions: To end poverty in South Africa Parting Words: Never have regrets but always remember what you did wrong and learn from it. Goodbye Squad…
Mbaliyekhethelo Khumalo
Nicknames: Dominos (See Kgomotso); Pharaoh; Fishlips (See Kgomotso); Mbabes; Mbila; Mbi; Lali; Bali; Jimmy; Jimmy Capono; Jimmy Lali; Wifey; Emkay Co-Curricular Activities: Marimbas; Soccer; Hockey; Swimming; Radio Veritas; Athletics; Drama; Art; Culture Club Achievements: Allowing Sacred Heart College to help me grow, challenge myself and be better. Hopes and Ambitions: Play soccer for Banyana. Become the best journalist in South Africa (all forms of media) Parting Words: Don’t’ count the seconds, minutes, hours you spend at school because family doesn’t deserve a time limit, neither does success.
Khuthalani Mlahleki Nicknames: Khutz; Kutz; cour-Delaney; Honey; Florence; Gomora Co-Curricular Activities: Basketball; Netball; Craft Club; Radio Veritas; Marimbas; Art Club; Debating; Drama; Sacred Heart Meander Achievements: • Drama Gold Badge • Netball Gold Badge • Art Certificate • Always Laughing! Hopes and Ambitions: TO BE HAPPY!, Honorary PHDs Parting Words: “Open this new door with no fear; the world awaits the love and light that you carry within you” —Miro #Y.O.L.O * #NoFear —Khuthalani
Mpho Nemasetoni Nicknames: M_Nemasis, Mphoza; Invisible man Co-Curricular Activities: Athletics; Hockey; Tennis Achievements: • Athletics Scroll • Tennis Badge • Hockey Badge Hopes and Ambitions: See all my peers alive and well 20 years from now and have my thoughts and ideals recognised throughout the world Parting Words: I’m going to miss my family but I’m sure you all will miss me too.
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Lucas Munnik Nicknames: Marine; Rooivalk Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Drumming; Cricket; Foot skating; Kayaking; Athletics Achievements: • Black Aces Player of the year (2009-2010) Hopes and Ambitions: To be a pilot in command of a search and rescue helicopter Parting Words: To lay down mind, body and soul. So that others may live
Nchaupe Mokoape Nicknames: Nchaups; Mswenko; Swogger; Nchaupeesy; Shweps; Chow; African SAX; Nchauweezy Co-Curricular Activities: Athletics (2007-2015); Basketball (2007-2011) Soccer (2004-2014); Debating (2010); Lighting and sound (2011-2013); Class Rep (20132014); Walking around Rosebank (All the Time) Achievements: • Athletics Badge • Soccer Badge Hopes and Ambitions: To become a successful business man, to start a family at the age of 30 and hopefully have 6 children. Parting Words: Never follow the masses start your own trends @Nchaups_Mswenko
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Nina Marchetti Nicknames: Nini, Nini-pie, Noonaloo, Wutang and nukie (refer to Ammaarah Casey) Achievements: Passing and getting to matric Hopes and Ambitions: To be a psychologist, to travel, to live along and happy life. Parting Words: Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. The one thing you cannot do is ignore them because they change things. I applaud these people for staying true to themselves. Be you. Don’t settle for second best.
Ricardo Madeira Nicknames: Ricky Achievements: Roller Hockey Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: To own my own business one day and be as successful as I can. Parting Words: You only get one shot at life, make it count.
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Niven Pillay Nicknames: Niv Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Hockey; Athletics Achievements: • Debating Gold Badge • Swimming Gold Badge • Hockey Gold Badge • iSchoolAfrica Gold Badge Hopes and Ambitions: I hope to enjoy life to the fullest and be a good role model for my friends and family. Parting Words: Farewell to the teachers and students. Go SHC - You guys will always be the main roots to my tree of life
Nicknames: Mamzo; Mami; Milo Co-Curricular Activities: Choir; Netball; Dance Achievements: • Choir Blazer • Drama Badge • House Captain • LLC Hopes and Ambitions: I hope I can change the world with my love of music Parting Words: May God’s Grace be with you
Sesese Masondo Nicknames: Se; Sese; Se3 Smiley; Smiles Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Basketball; Swimming; Tennis; Chess Achievements: • Soccer Badge • Tennis Badge • Chess Badge Hopes and Ambitions: To only have North Vanillas Parting Words: Always aim to be great; you’ll never be greater than me though.
Sisipho Mbuli Nicknames: Jordan, Jords, Sisi, Sipho, Mbulis Co-curricular activities: Soccer, debating, basketball, first aid, envio club Achievements: Certificate of merit for soccer, basketball and debating, gold badge for soccer, first aid level one certificate, Dale Carnegie certificate and certificate of merit for first aid Hopes and ambitions: My goal is to work towards a country where expectations are not set by the stereotypes that hold us back, but by our personal passion, talents and interests. I hope to live my life honestly and honour the people around me and the true love that I’ve had Parting words: Don’t give anyone the power to steal: your voice, your peace, your sanity, your certainty, your security, your moment.
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Pepi Orac Nicknames: Pops; Tumi Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Athletics; Basketball; Cricket Achievements: • Soccer Blazer • Part of the squad • LLC • ELFA u16/u17 • First team for 2 consecutive years • Corinthians A-team (4 years) including most dedicated and most improved Hopes and Ambitions: To play in the English Premier League Parting Words: Leap and the net will appear
Svarupa Singh Nicknames: Shupas; Rupa; Rupi Co-Curricular Activities: Cricket Achievements: Dreamhack summer Jonkoping 2014 Hopes and Ambitions: To be a successful entrepreneur Parting Words: “Don’t let the best you have done so far be the standard for the rest of your life.
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Thato Malau Nicknames: Marau; Tornado; Gorora; Buff-man; Vanilla Killer Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Athletics; Choir and Art Club (at some point) Achievements: • Drama Badge • Soccer Badge Hopes and Ambitions: To become a famous fitness model/ actor or just very wealthy. Parting Words: To all Sacred Heart boys, just keep flourishing and get DAX!!
Daniel Hanger Nicknames: Dan-Dan; Benji Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Australian Football; Cricket; Soccer Achievements: Continued to grow as a new person every day. Hopes and Ambitions: I hope to one day become a pilot or a politician with a pilot license, or someone that serves the community.
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Aidan Kuhl Nicknames: Aiden; Aedy; Brave; Peanut; Kuhl; The Flash; The One with the Curly Hair Co-Curricular Activities: Hockey and Photography in Grade 8 One Debating session in Grade 10 Hopes and ambitions Stay alive for the next 20 years. To fly like a butterfly and sting like a bee. I wanna be the best, like no one ever was. To catch them is my real test, to train them in my cause. Be King/Queen of the North (no preference) Parting Words: Too Kawaii to live,Too sugoi to die.
Emmanuel Ndlovu Nicknames: E-man; Many; Nathi Co-Curricular Activities: Athletics; Soccer; Cricket Achievements: • Cricket Badge • Full Honours blazer for Soccer • Athletics Scroll • Mpumalanga Black Aces Academy Player Hopes and Ambitions: Play professional football in one of the PSL teams or one of the greatest teams in the world. To take football to another level. To have my thoughts and ideals recognised throughout the world Parting Words: I’m going to miss my family but I’m sure you all will miss me too.
Ciara Ball Nicknames: Kiki; KikiBee; Ciara (Like the lady rapper); Doppelgänger; Ciwawa; Keeks Co-Curricular Activities: Art; Homework Achievements: • Deputy President • Academic Blazer • Art Blazer • English Olympiad Gold • Midmar • Still Alive Hopes and Ambitions: To solve some of the problems in this world (hopefully with science) and become a mother someday (far in the future) Parting Words: Piglet sidled up to Pooh from behind, “Pooh?” he whispered. “Yes Piglet?” “Nothing,” said Piglet, “I just wanted to be sure of you.” “Some people care too much. I think it’s called Love.” – Winnie the Pooh.
Jack (Hao Hsiang) Lai Nicknames: Jack_da_ripper; Mr Lee; Jackie Chan Co-Curricular Activities: Basketball; Hockey; Tennis; Soccer; Athletics Achievements: • Survived Maths (Still struggling though) • Tennis, Basketball, Soccer awards Hopes and Ambitions: Teach all my friends how to use chopsticks. Own an architecture firm. Mala is life Parting Words: “Be formless, shapeless, like water. You put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle, it becomes the bottle. Water can flow or it can cash. Be water my friend.” – Bruce Lee
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Colbert Arends Nicknames: Porkchop; Afro swegman; Bert; Underwater; Dank King (Ilhaam); Communist; Fire; East; Saleës I Co-Curricular Activities: Football; Cricket; Athletics; Dramatic Arts. Achievements: • 1st XI cricket and Footy • LLC • Spirit Leader • Class Rep ×4 Hopes and Ambitions: Continue promoting the underground. Run for pres. Return my love to those humble beings. Legalise it. Parting Words: “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” – Mo’ Fayah; Africa’s The Future
Maya Le Roux Nicknames: Larooooh; Mayatjie Co-Curricular Activities: Marimbas; Hockey; Swimming Achievements: • Marimba Blazer • Art Blazer • Hockey Badge • LLC Member Hopes and Ambitions: I hope to be balanced and successful. I want to be an artist. I hope to find love and true friendship and happiness. Parting Words: When you feel lost or disconnected from yourself remember you aren’t really lost because you are making your own path. You may hit a rocky mountain or enter a beautiful forest. My uncle said, “You can never be truly lost, you are on Earth.”
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Ilhaam Bheekoo Nicknames: Candy; Candz; Ili; Laamie; Ilz; Lily; Hammie, Ham, Tourist (Thanks Khaleel); Hamster; Ilyza; The One II; Alarm (SQUAD Deep-Day one) Co-Curricular Activities: Dancing; Art; Eco-Club; wandering around… Achievements: • LLC • President’s award • Community service badge • Art Badge • Academic Badge • Midmar (hey nay hey Shane) • Dancing Gold level • Made the Squad Hopes and Ambitions: To become a successful environmental lawyer #powertotheplants #greenlife #ilikeanimals #treehugger #curryleaves To be Naomi’s children’s godmother To get into varsity (watch this space)
Kgomotso Letebele Nicknames: KG; Keija; Pixxie; Koko-Pop (see Nina); Liam Payne; Dominoes (See Mbali); Lips (see Mbali) Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Basketball Achievements: • Gold badges in Netball and Basketball • Blue Badge for Drama • Netball Blazer • Basketball Scroll. Hopes and Ambitions: Best lawyer money can buy Be the best person and friend to everyone I have met and will meet. Parting Words: “Some infinities are greater than other infinities.” – John Green. So that just happened! Live life to the fullest, live while you’re young.
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Jana Kalmer
Nicknames: Sconondo; Zwelo; Prizzy; 6; Tumza; Stumiza; Vobhethi; Dumsani; Pepi; Koisan Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Tennis Achievements: • Played Soccer overseas • Soccer Blazer • Tennis Gold Badge • Provincial Soccer Hopes and Ambitions: Be on Forbes, take my parents across the world before they pass away. Be an idol to many people. Parting Words: “If you can dream it, you can achieve it”
Koketso Letebele
Nicknames: Nana; Banana; Ouma; Janatjie Co-Curricular Activities: Yoga Achievements: • Art Blazer • Conquered the North! Hopes and Ambitions: I am going to live a life worth remembering. I do not want to conquer the world, only my world. A world where I don’t work a day in my life because I want to love what I do no matter what it is. Parting Words: “She thought she could, so she did,” – and I think I can.
Naomi Mogodi
Nicknames: Keke; Koroketse; (Tupac.); (J’mon!); Kekerekekerekekere…etc. Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Basketball; Soccer; Drama Club; Culture Club; Chess; Art Club Achievements: • Basketball Gold Badge and Scroll • Netball Gold Badge • Soccer Gold Badge • First Aid Level 1 Hopes and Ambitions: Make a difference in the world and hopefully in someone’s life. I want to share my joys and smiles and find many for others where they thought, before, there were none. Parting Words: “It’s better to cross the line and suffer the consequences than to just stare at the line for the rest of your life.” You only have one life.
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Nicknames:Nay-Nay; Nae-Nae; Nayhomie; Nay-youoweme; Hayhoho; Nosipho; Youdon’tnaomi; Mogodi; Nasal; TheOne; Freud; Nowmee; Know-me; Nay5 Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Soccer; Basketball {Ball is Life} Athletics; Drama; Gymnastics Achievements: • Basketball Scroll • Netball Scroll • Academic Blazer • Drama Blazer • Winning House Play, Script, Director 2015 • Soccer Badge • Midmar (ilyaza; Shay) • Made the Squad Hopes and Ambitions: Have 7 Babies. The first female president of South Africa #voteformeWeiss
Nicknames: Katie; Mom; Kah-Teh Co-Curricular Activities: Swimming; Radio Veritas; Art; Community Service; Wearing Denim Achievements: • Radio Veritas Scroll • Music Badge • Art Scroll • Midmar • LLC • MDC Co-Head • Community Service Blazer Hopes and Ambitions: To publish a book or two… I want to become a teacher and then someday change at least one person’s life through education. Parting Words:“It is often said that before you die your life passes before your eyes. It is in fact true. It’s called living.”–Terry Pratchett
Matona Zulu Nicknames: Twinx; Tona; Toni; MaZulu Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Basketball; Film Club; Culture Club Achievements: • Netball Scroll • Drama Badge Hopes and Ambitions: To be happy and be the best in everything I lo….???
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Michaela Moonsamy Nicknames: Mikky; Mikz; Sugar; Sugerello (Khaleel); Kayla; Smally; Shorty; Short Stuff; Baba Co-Curricular Activities: Hockey; Ballet; Yoga Achievements: • Advanced 1 Ballet • Art Scroll
Moletwa Fowler Nicknames: Molz; Molly; Cousin; Moolly; Molie; Mole; Molzo Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Netball; Gymnastics; Dance; Basketball Achievements: • A role in the major production • Art Badge I haven’t achieved much but I’ll leave SHC knowing I achieved successful friendships. Hopes and Ambitions: My hopes are to leave a legacy that inspires many. My ambitions are to be a well-known pastry chef and to be a creative consultant. Parting Words: “Memory is the scribe of the soul,” I am grateful for all the memories everyone has given me. I’m glad that those people will always be part of my soul.
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Miché Moonsammy Nicknames: Mish; Squish; Mish Mash; Mish Moo; Ché Ché; Ariana Grande; Squishsquad; Kim; Kimmy Co-Curricular Activities: Ballet; Athletics; First Aid; Mordern Dance; Master Maths Achievements: • Received National Eisteddfod awards • Completed up to Intermediate Foundation in Ballet • 2015 LLC • Art Gold Badge Hopes and Ambitions: To be passionate about and successful in what I do in the future Parting Words: “Let you smile change the world but don’t let the world change your smile” In memory of all the smiles and laughter shared at Sacred Heart.
Monica Mayo Nicknames: Mayonnaise; Moni; Mon; Moni-car; Mayo; The Monny Co-Curricular Activities: Film Club; Netball; Homework-class; Bokamoso Achievements: • Drama Certificate • Netball Badge • Making 1 film for film Club • Keeping my good friends Hopes and Ambitions: Achieve 250% in Bio; Be the best person I can ever be; Inspire and just love life. Parting Words: Bye School. It’s been fun. I made memories I’ll always remember, Thanx guys
Miguel Madeira Nicknames: Miggz; Migster; “Goku; “Die kakebeen breeker.” Co-Curricular Activities: Hockey; Roller Hockey; Ice Hockey Achievements: • Played for South Africa in the Roller Hockey World Cup 2014 Hopes and Ambitions: To keep my future family healthy and smiling. Parting Words: Thrive for success.
Mpumi Mthimkulu Nicknames: Mpumi; Mpumza; Dax Man; Dj; Dj Success; Chris; Mphume; Papilo Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Lights and Sound; Cricket; Walking in Rosebank Achievements: • Soccer Badge • Drama Badge • Blue Badge for Cricket #nuffsed Hopes and Ambitions: To get 100 million by 30. Honorary PHD from Harvard Parting Words: #NoFear Better to have tried and failed, than to have never tried at all.
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Molemo Phala Nicknames: Lemo; Mo; Beans (Yemi); Jojo ; Monatie; Morimo Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Australian Football; Marimbas; Basketball; Dance class Achievements: • Netball Badge • Basketball Badge Hopes and Ambitions: I hope to become a successful criminal lawyer and get married to my better-half. Parting Words: It’s been a fun ride guys. Good luck with everything you do.
Nosipho Mgijima Nicknames: Nosi; Nos; Nikki; Nik Noks (Naomi); Happy Meal (Catherine); Naomi Co-Curricular Activities: Netball (2004-2015); Choir (2009-2015); Basketball (2010); Girls Soccer (2011-2012); Dance Class; Peer responding Achievements: • Choir Blazer • Bokamoso Leadership • Drama Scroll • Directing Matric Project • Netball Badge • House plays • Major production Hopes and Ambitions: To always challenge society’s norms and conventions and to inspire. Parting Words: “At the end of every storm there is a rainbow”
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Priyanka Chetty Nicknames: Lez; Indian; Pri-kay-kay; Priki; Pri-Pri; Masala; Hindia Co-Curricular Activities: Soccer; Netball; Hockey; Basketball; Drama Club; Culture Club; Dancing Achievements: • First Aid level 1 • Bokamoso leadership Hopes and Ambitions: I aspire to be a doctor and specialise after. To earn a lot of money to donate to orphanages and dog shelters. Parting Words: Make do with what you have and remember there is an escape route in every situation.
Sikhumbuzo Shabangu
Nicknames: Skhumba Touch, Skhumz, Skhumbi, Skhu Co-Curricular Activities: Hockey, Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Chess, Drama Hopes and ambitions: To be a person who is more involved with those in need Parting Words: To say goodbye is to die a little
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Nicknames: Ramz; Rammy Rammy; Ramson; Jagër; Monsa; Funda; Mon; Ram1N1; Rammy Ramz; Jesse Co-Curricular Activities: Tennis; Soccer Hopes and Ambitions: Making a guaranteed way to success Parting Words: Believe in yourself then have the courage to fight for what you believe in.
Siphumelele Sijabuliswe Zulu
Nicknames: Shanie; Shanie B; Shanie Baby; SpaceShipChimp; Spongo; Speckles; Suga; fourEyes; The One III Co-Curricular Activities: Tennis; Hockey; Swimming; Midmar Achievements: • President’s Award • LLC • Academic Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: Whatever I do, to do it to the best of my ability, to be a success. Parting Words: In the words of my Father: “The latter will be greater than the former, so learn and grow to lead out family and nation to new heights.” #OneLove
Shirley Mphahlele Nicknames: Shirlz; Tall Stax (Catherine); Sheliza; Mshoza; Bubu; Shirlzins; Shirlk; Nuhu Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Dancing; Ballet; Cricket; Soccer; Australian Football Achievements: • Netball Badge (reaward) • Bokomoso Mentorship Programme • Woman of the match (Cricket) • Being part of the MDC Hopes and Ambitions: To be a good mother later on in life; To do something that makes me happy; To help those who are in need of care and love; To be the best I can be while remaining true to myself. Parting Words: F alse E vidence A ppearing R eal take a leap forward
Thapelo Mothibe
Nicknames: Siphu, Jabulinda; Xcaps; Sika!; “Miss Tembisa”; Jayboo; “Sthandwa Saam” Co-Curricular Activities: Netball; Film Club; First Aid Achievements: • Netball Badge • GIBS (SOY) 2014 • Academic Badge • LLC 2015 Hopes and Ambitions: To be an ambassador for this country. To travel start my own family and finally go to a dance class (and finish the whole course.) Be happy and content with who I am Parting Words: I’ve learnt that we have the greatest power when we stay true to who we are, so be you, do you and own you!
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Nicknames: Thaps; Tip; Staples; Nqo; Twanas Co-Curricular Activities: Choir; Culture Club; Marimbas Achievements: • Choir Badge • Choir Scroll Hopes and Ambitions: Finding a destined and passionate career so that I will never have to work a day in my life. Parting Words: The two most important days in you live: the day you were born, the day you find out why and the unforgettable journey that comes along with it.
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VALEDICTORY CEREMONY The 2015 Valedictory was a particularly moving evening as the 2015 Matrics celebrated their many years at Sacred Heart College with speeches, songs and ceremony. The speakers all attested to the strong influence the school had had on them, and the empathetic and thoughtful nature of this particular
group. For our Head of College, Mr Northmore, it was a special moment as he made his address to the Matrics, as both the Head, and as a Matric parent. That, more than anything else, marked the passage of time and brought home the very special nature of the occasion.
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Valedictory Ceremony October 2015 Subject Trophy Awards
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Korolev Trophy for Accounting
Joe Payne
Jubilee Trophy for Advanced Programme Mathematics
Joe Payne
Nulty Trophy for Afrikaans 1st Additional Language
Joe Payne Kevania Naidoo
Computer Applications Technology Award
Brandon Nel
Leong Trophy for Dramatic Arts
Naomi Mokgodi
Alex Falanga Trophy for Dramatic Arts – Performance in the Arts
Emmanuel Ndlovu
Gerald McGurk Trophy for English
Lindiwe Ntsepo Ciara Ball
Fok Trophy for French
Lindiwe Ntsepo
Jane Roach Trophy for Geography
Kevania Naidoo
Marangoni Trophy for History
Joe Payne
Information Technology Award – Academic
Hayden Kuisis
Information Technology Award – Best Programmer
Cejhna Ramkelawan
Zungu Trophy for isiZulu 1st Additional Language
Monica Mayo
Dulcie Rees Trophy for Life Orientation
Caleb Palmer
Kappos Trophy for Life Sciences
Lindiwe Ntsepo
Marcia Hyam Trophy for Mathematics
Joe Payne
Sacred Heart Trophy for Mathematical Literacy
Brione Bryan
Seligman Trophy for Physical Science
Joe Payne
Schaer Trophy for Visual Arts
Maya Le Roux
Le Roux Trophy for Visual Arts – Excellence in Practical Work
Kate Northmore Maya Le Roux
Special Awards Award
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Hidden Star Award
For Excellence in technical support of school productions and events (with particular reference to sound and lighting). Going beyond mere necessity in: • Initiating new techniques and practices and extending the schools overall capacity • Dependable and responsible use of equipment • Creative use of limited resources • Sharing knowledge and enthusiasm with others • Contribution to the school’s reputation for outstanding performing arts
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Pace Spirit Trophy
This is awarded to the learner who has been most involved and creative in enhancing the spirit amongst all learners at the College.
Colbert Arends
Merici Trophy for Community Service
This is awarded to a learner who has shown dedication and commitment to the school community. The learner’s outstanding personal acts of commitment and passion must have a direct impact on serving people and the community.
Kate Northmore
Love of Work and Diligence Award
This is awarded to a learner who has exhibited diligence, commitment and hard work in all subjects, consistently throughout the year.
Kevania Naidoo
Kroger Shield for Outstanding Performance in Sport
This is awarded to the learner who excels in a sporting activity throughout the school year and across a number of sporting codes.
Mbali Khumalo
Brother Ralph Humanities Award
This award recognises outstanding and exemplary achievement in the Humanities. The award is presented to individuals who highlight the meaning of the Humanities in our society. To qualify for the award the learner must offer History and/ or Geography as a Matric subject and must have a passion for the promotion of the Humanities.
Obert Rukato
Ivy Edmund Award for Mathematics and Science
This Mathematics and Science award is presented to that learner who has shown particular insight and special interest, and has produced results of a consistently high standard in both Mathematics and Science.
Joe Payne
Michael McMullin Award for Leadership
This is awarded to the leader or leaders who have displayed exceptional leadership throughout the school year
Palesa Shabangu
Marchio Award for Best All Round Learner
This is awarded to the learner who has displayed exceptional talent and achievement in all four areas of school life since their Grade 10 year: that is, Academically, in Sport, in Cultural activities and in a Leadership capacity.
Caleb Palmer
The Serviam Award
This is a special award that is only awarded under special circumstances. As you are aware the College is an amalgamation of three schools, one of which was an Ursuline School. On the 450th anniversary of the founding of the Ursuline Order the sisters donated the Serviam Shield to the College. The criteria for this award are: • It is awarded only to an outstanding learner / learners. • It is awarded for outstanding Loyalty to the School, Leadership provided to the learners and Service to both the College and learners at the school. This is decided on the basis that the learner is actively involved in all key aspects of school life.
Mbali Khumalo
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Mr Northmore gave an emotional address in his capacity as both Head of College and a Matric parent.
The Matrics entering the Chapel
Outgoing School President, Clark de Vos, opened the proceedings.
Kgomotso Letebele’s family has had a long association with Sacred Heart College.
The Primary School wished the Matrics good luck.
Ruth Edmonds has seen her four children matriculate at Sacred Heart College.
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Ashleigh Vetten and Lindiwe Ntsepo read a moving French poem, “Jeunesse”.
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Olayemi Okesokun rings the ceremonial Marist bell. Niven Pillay gave a very touching speech about his time at the College.
“Die OuBaas” at his last valedictory after 53 years of teaching.
Mr Hollingworth presents Imani Mtambo with a farewell gift.
Mr Smurthwaite salutes the 2015 Matrics.
Ms Blanckensee congratulates multiaward winning Joe Payne. Mr du Toit wishes Mbali Khumalo everything of the best.
Ms Botha and Naomi Mogodi say goodbye.
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ALUMNI Melanie Trassierra Passionate Teacher Wife and Mother
My name is Melanie Trassierra, née Warman, and I teach at Sacred Heart College. I have a long history with the school as my late husband, Eduardo Trassierra, was a pupil at the school from Grade 1 to Matric. He was born in 1957 and was brought to South Africa from Spain at the age of ten months when his parents emigrated to Johannesburg in April 1958. Eduardo started at Marist Brothers Sacred Heart at the Koch Street premises and moved to Observatory when these premises were built. He was known as Tossie at school and was a fairly good athlete. Many of the trophies in the display cabinet have his name engraved on them. He always spoke fondly of his High School Maths teacher, Gerald McGurk, who was the uncle of the principal, Brother Neil McGurk, whom he also spoke of fondly. I do not remember the names of all the brothers and teachers who taught him but I do know many of them were well liked by him. Eduardo and I met when he was 13 going on 14 and were often at the same party with other Marist boys such as Oswald Field, late brother of Jennifer Field, who is a teacher at Sacred Heart, Dale Reilly, Pontiggio, Andrew (Pops) Paplawski, Robert Dold, Mickey Watts, Pierre Kourie and many others. We started dating in 1973, got engaged in 1981 and married in 1982. We have three beautiful daughters, Jaqueline born in 1985, Nuria born in 1987 and Natividad born in 1990. All three girls attended Sacred Heart, Jaqui from Grade 1 and Nuria and Nati from Pre-School. I began teaching at the college in 1994 after doing a locum for Lee Williams in the Pre-School in 1993. I was asked by Brother Joseph Walton, Primary School principal at the time, and Heidi Tietjens, head of the Pre-School, if I would like a teaching post teaching Grade 0, now known as Grade R. I gladly accepted and taught there for 8 years. During those 8 years, we saw many eventful happenings, one of which was a double-decker municipal bus crashing through the wall of the school premises in Yeoville where the former Yeoville Convent had been, and landing in the sandpit where, fortunately, no children were playing. The bus driver had fallen into a diabetic coma and veered off the road, passengers and all. No one suffered any injuries and the passengers disembarked slightly flustered while we ran around taking the register to account for all the children. Imagine our relief when the bus was removed and no children were beneath it.
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Another highlight during these first 8 years was the building of the Pre-School in the orchard on the Observatory premises and the big move to our new buildings. In 2001, I was asked to move to Grade 1 where I taught for five years. Sadly, my husband, Eduardo, passed away in 2004 from a heart attack, but he had become a successful electronic engineer with his own company known as Redelec Electronics which designed and installed many of the top CCTV security systems for companies like Standard Bank, De Beers Mines and SA Reserve Bank. He and his partner sold their business to Siemens Electronics and he started a new business in electronics, dealing mainly with German companies. He also began a business handling coin-operated public cell phone telephone boxes and was in the throes of designing a solar powered public telephone system for use in the rural areas with no electrical power supply. Unfortunately, the stress was too much for him and he suffered his fatal heart attack, leaving me with three young daughters to look after. After one more year in Grade 1, I asked to be moved to Grade 2 where I taught for 6 years. Three years ago, I was moved back to the Pre-School where I taught Grade R for two years and Playgroup for one. I am now moving back to Grade 2 in 2015, making it my 22nd year of teaching at the school. My daughters have all qualified and have their degrees in Marine Biology, Zoology and Graphic Design respectively. Jaqueline, my oldest, lives in Grahamstown and works at Rhodes University. She is also doing her Masters at the moment. Nuria, my middle daughter, is living near Badplaas and working at a place called the Cradle of Life, a conservation and breeding centre for big cats, namely tigers and lions. She is the assistant game manager and was responsible for rearing their little tiger cub, Bismarck, who is now ten months old but who, at the beginning of his life, shared a room with Nuria who was responsible for giving him his four hourly night feeds. For her, it is a dream come true. My youngest, Nati, still lives with me and is hoping to find a job in her line of work in 2015. In closing, I would like to thank Sacred Heart for many happy years and, ultimately, for the part they played in my success and that of my family.
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They even joked about me secretly being a prince of a tribe with many servants at my beck and call (much like the movie with Eddie Murphy, Coming to America, a staple introduction to Africa for most Americans). Alas, I had to inform them that I was not a prince but an everyday middle-class South African trying to make his way in the big USA.
Class of 2011 Two Roads Diverged in a Wood
In 2011, when I first got the notification that I had received a full academic scholarship to attend Alabama State University in Montgomery, USA, I was filled with both apprehension and excitement. I wondered what this adventure would have in store for me and how I would be changed by it. I remembered Robert Frost’s poem “The Road Not Taken” and thought how this decision to study overseas in the south of the United States was indeed a road diverging in a wood. Looking back on the three years that I have spent at Alabama State University, I have come to realize that my decision gave as much as it took away. At the university, I have been able to meet people from all over the world. I have made long-lasting friendships with people from India, England, Germany, France and Australia to mention a few. I have shared in experiences of multi-culturalism that have expanded my mind and instilled a love for new and stimulating places. But it was not all sunshine and smiles. There have been days of extreme homesickness, and times when I grew intensely sick of the pressures of being on the Men’s Tennis Team and being an A student, and attempting to enjoy a meagre social life. But I have learnt in my time here that your lowest moments are often your most defining ones and if you keep your head to the ground and stay fighting, despite your body and your mind telling you to give up, you will come out on the other side at peace with the effort that you have put into making your life.
When I look back at my high school days, I am grateful to Sacred Heart College for instilling in me a love of diversity and a love for knowledge that has enabled me to maintain high standards of academic excellence. Sacred Heart was the place where I struggled and succeeded and where I took my first tentative steps into self-actualization and, because of that, it remains hallowed ground for me. If I have learnt anything from being here in the States, it is that South Africans are one of the most driven groups of people in the world and that we can compete on an international stage with the best and the brightest that the world has to offer. Looking back, I am filled with a bittersweet feeling mainly because I left my closest friends in South Africa and because I have replaced a South African university experience with an American university experience, but despite the bittersweet feeling and the occasional longing for koeksisters on a Sunday morning, my experience in the States has been an intense and joyful growing-up phase for me. I have been pushed and challenged in all areas of my life and I believe this will stand me in good stead for many years to come.
Being on the Men’s Tennis Team at Alabama State gave me opportunities to travel to Houston Texas, New Orleans, Mississippi and Georgia and I have been able to find a family in the tennis team away from home. It has also been a pleasure to make friends with my fellow American students and learn from them about their culture, their lingo and the subtle differences between South Africans and Americans. One incident comes to mind: I was sitting with a group of American friends (we call ourselves Enigma) at dinner and, when I had divulged that I had a helper back home who cleaned my house (as many South African middle-class homes have), I was surprised at how impressed my American friends were. Hearing this, they thought that I was tremendously rich back in “Africa”.
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ALUMNI Jo Glanville
Class of 2007 Production Designer, Art Director, Stage Manager My mum told me, at various points in my very young career, that any of the passion and enthusiasm for my work can be accredited to the education that I received from Sacred Heart College. Initially, this theory annoyed me enormously; I would like to stake full claim to my achievements! But with some careful thought I may have to agree with Mum.
the Johannesburg School for Autism. We have designed a series of nodes and spaces intended to assist in the specific developmental needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as differently abled children. The opportunity to work on a project with the potential for such incredible social impact is such a privilege,and has turned my attention to developing a career in urban and social development. While lecturing Production Design at Wits this year, I am hoping to find tangible responses to community issues through a series of social and urban development design projects around Johannesburg. I have been incredibly lucky to have worked on the projects I have so far, and I can now very happily credit Sacred Heart for equipping me with the love of work, passion for change and a desire to take risks that encouraged me to tackle them.
After leaving Sacred Heart College, I completed a BA Honours in Dramatic Art at Wits, a decision that many said would lead to insecurity, poverty and instability and, thus, a very dubious career. There was some truth in this. Working in theatre was exhausting and does not for a wealthy woman make! But Sacred Heart, and particularly our wonderful Drama teacher, Sue Baker, whom I still cherish as a friend and hunt down when I am in Grahamstown, taught me to do, without fear, what I loved. In 2012, I graduated cum laude in Production Design and Screenwriting and quickly started working at a design studio, JMD, and as a stage manager and props designer for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical, Starlight Express. The clearest memories I have of Sacred Heart College are infused with ideologies of co- operation and respect between students, teachers and management. One of my favourite memories is sitting with Mr and Mrs. Marriot arguing tirelessly about the state of the school, country, world.... (insert furious teenage rant here) while they listened patiently and tried to help me find a solution to my rage. The spirit of collaboration and patience that was always shown to me at Sacred Heart remains with me. After I graduated, I started a small theatre production company called The Juice Collective, with my incredible partner Neka Da Costa, aimed at encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and assisting theatre students in gaining exposure and experience. We have produced, directed and designed a number of shows, including Marat/Sade, The Boy Who Walked into The World, Once on This Island, The Little Shop of Horrors, Julius Caesar, Dreams, Luke and Helena and Wretched, and continue to work with inspiring and passionate young artists. My latest project, is my most exciting to date, as it encompasses some core values that Sacred Heart imprints on its students: passion, dedication and social investment. My brilliant, collaborative partner, Gawie Joubert, forms the other half of our design duo, JO&Who. We are currently the designers of a playground being renovated in Hillbrow for
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voices to be heard. After a meeting with Mrs Robyn Picas, Primary School Principal, and the Three2Six coordinator, Mrs Esther Munonoka, we were granted permission to host threeworkshops: one for the 4-6 year olds with the Pre-Primary team, the 7-9 year olds and the 10–12 year olds from the Primary School. Mrs Picas graciously organised the Primary School Art Room for the Three2Six workshop, which included the 10–12 year olds.
Class of 2001 Nelson mandela Children’s Hospital Project Matriculating in 2001 at Sacred Heart College started me on my path into the BIG world after being part of the Sacred Heart family since Std 3, these days Grade 5. My journey kicked off with a year as an exchange student to Switzerland with the American Field Service. Returning in 2003, I started my BA in Fine Arts, after which I continued to complete my MA Fine Arts at the University of Pretoria. This allowed me to be a lecturer in painting, sculpture and printmaking at the University of Pretoria on a part time basis for seven years. I then made a turn into private tertiary education at Inscape Design Group as the Campus Academic Manager and Acting Head of the Pretoria campus. In 2014, on a March morning, a friend, Adrie le Roux and I decided that it was time to start our own studio, and so, Blokhuiz Studio Collective was born.
These four workshops were combined with workshops with children from one other primary school in Kensington, a nursery school in Soshanguve, children from Ward 275 at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital and the Ronald MacDonald Family Room at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. We completed the workshops at the end of April and now the process of refining, reworking and collaborating with the children’s art will start. The hospital will open later this year. Many thanks to Sacred Heart College for their willingness to host the workshops, and to all the staff involved in organising the children and places for our workshops.
Blokhuiz Studio Collective is a creative space where we firstly practise our own art, where I predominantly paint and Adrie illustrates. Secondly, we teach painting, drawing and host short courses in illustration and, lastly, we are busy refining our workshops on creativity for corporates as team building or creative development. It was because of this last development that my path crossed again with Sacred Heart College. Blokhuiz were invited to tender for creative workshops as part of the creative development of the interior of the new Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital. We were awarded the tender to host eight creative workshops with children between the ages of 4-12 years. The purpose of the workshops was threefold: to encourage well-known South African artists to produce art, to utilise elements of the art pieces to form the interior design and, lastly, to use the original art pieces as framed pieces in designated areas. The hospital will be focused on South African, as well as Southern African children, providing highly specialised medical care. The workshop participants were representative of, and reflected the voices of, all our diverse society’s children. Sacred Heart College fitted the bill perfectly. Having a pre-primary and primary school, Sacred Heart College was able to meet the age group requirements as well as having the diversity required to represent the voice of South African children. In conjunction with the Three2Six School, also at Sacred Heart, it was able to provide the opportunity for Southern African children’s
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Barry Mayes
Class of 1968 Yachting and Life Insurance After school, I went into the Air Force for compulsory military training for a year in 1969. I started sailing again shortly after leaving the Air Force in 1970. I sailed in a ‘505‘ dinghy until 1979 at which stage I had been awarded Transvaal colours. I received half colours for dinghy racing. A friend of mine, who also sailed in a ‘1505’, had a brand new ‘Mini Tonner’ designed and built for him (a three man crew) and asked me whether I would be interested in crewing for him. Our first regatta, which in those days was called Castle Week, was held at the Vaal Dam. At the time, it was the biggest inland keel boat regatta in the world. Boats were transported to the Vaal from all over South Africa. Bertie Reed, the man who had previously won an around the world race, was also one of the competitors. Manana was the name of our boat and we were placed 2nd overall (all entries) for the regatta and 1st overall on handicap. Because of this, we received full Transvaal Colours and were able to enter the 1981 ‘World
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Mini Ton’ championships in Germany at a town called Langenargen on the Bodensee, which borders Austria and France. We had to pay for our own travel, accommodation, spending money and transport of the boat to Rotterdam, so we went on a fundraising campaign, holding discos, golf days etc. We flew toLondon, hired a car, went by ferry to Rotterdam, collected the boat and towed it to Langernagen via Holland. Prior to going, SA Yachting awarded us SAYRA (South African Yacht Racing Association) Colours. Only ten people have received this award. Because we came 5th overall, we were awarded Springbok Colours at Cape Town Castle in 1981. I am now 65 and happily married to my second wife of the last 26 years and am blessed with eight grandchildren, none of whom are interested in yachting! My daughter and daughter-in-law are both now pregnant, with babies due in late August. I am still in the life assurance industry and have been for the last 30 years.
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Dorian Ball
Class of 1963 Why you should pay attention during Geography classes…. It was late 1963 and I was in the senior Matric class at Observatory. Spring was in the air and the end of the year and, in fact, our school lives, were just a few months away. We were daydreaming a bit but we should have listened more carefully. Brother James was our Geography teacher and that afternoon, he was speeding through the syllabus, preparing us for the exams. That day, we were studying Malaya which then included Singapore. The following year the two countries split and went it alone. Malaya became Malaysia. Independent Singapore was born. I remember Brother James talking with authority about the Malay capital Kuala Lumpur, known as “K.L.” He obviously knew it well, having worked there during his career. I should have paid attention because I would spend twenty years of my later life in that country and get to know that city very well. I came to Asia and the tropics in 1979 and became bewitched by the island and reef-strewn coasts. Islands shield one from the ocean and the warm waters encourage the growth of coral and wild-coloured fish. Beautiful above and better below, so many people take up scuba diving to explore beneath as I did. Very soon one comes across shipwrecks and excavating them becomes a way of life.
In 1993, under a contract from the Malaysian Government, we searched for and located the wreck of the “Country” ship DIANA. Owned and based in India, she made an annual trip to China laden with opium and returned with Chinese goods for Madras and Calcutta. On her final voyage in 1817, her Captain fell ill and went below. The less experienced officer on deck managed to crash the ship into a hidden reef. Down she went. The Captain drowned – a terrible death of the kind forecast for all opium traders! We located the hull, excavated 24,000 pieces of Chinese porcelain, made a song and wrote a book (THE DIANA ADVENTRUE – on Kindle). The Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim kindly inspected the cargo and authorized us to sell it through Christie’s in Amsterdam. Anwar is still in the news today. So the next time your teacher is rattling on in class about a foreign country, pay attention. You may not know it now but you may have the chance to work in that country later. I hope that every Marist student is being prepared to make some positive mark on the world.
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Look for the name T.C. Kinkead on the World War 1 memorial plaque at the back of our school hall.
Samuel Kinkead
A famous Marist Old Boy (Koch Street), at the time of the First World War Samuel Kinkead, DSO, DSC and Bar, DFC and Bar was born in Johannesburg in 1897. He attended our mother school in Koch Street, and after matriculating at the age of 18, trained as a pilot at Eastbourne in the Northern Cape. He then went to England where he joined the Royal Flying Corps and was sent to the Battle of Gallipoli. It took considerable courage and daring to fly those flimsy World War I fighters, but it was there that he shot down his first enemy aircraft, followed by two more in the next few weeks. He then received an enormous setback when his elder brother Thompson, who was training as a pilot in the RFC, was killed in a flying accident. Look for the name T.C. Kinkead on the World War I memorial plaque at the back of our school hall.
In 1927, he was a member of the British Schneider Trophy air-racing team, and his speed of 446 km/h was the fastest biplane seaplane flight ever recorded. In 1928, near Calshot in England, he flew a Supermarine S.5 very low and very fast a few metres above the waves in an attempt to become the first man to travel at 5 miles per minute. At over 480 km/h, disaster struck and sadly, Samuel Kinkead was killed when his aircraft crashed into the sea. There is a sequel to the story however, because the Supermarine was developed into the Spitfire, which was used extensively in the Second World War and was instrumental in the winning of the Battle of Britain.
To be called an ‘ace’, a pilot had to shoot down five enemy aircraft. Near the war’s end in August 1918, Sam Kinkead had shot down no less than 33 aircraft and he became the leading ace in his Squadron, which was then brought into the newly formed Royal Air Force. After the war he volunteered to serve with 47 Squadron in the Russian Civil War, where he downed three Russian fighters and won the Distinguished Service Order for a crucial attack against a Bolshevik cavalry division, thus saving the city of Tsaritsyn from capture.
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