St Paul's College Yearbook 2012 by St Paul's College Namibia

Yearbook 2012

Contents

Administration and Academics

Formal Photographs

International Youth Award

Cultural Activities

Outreach and Service

Sport Activities

Student Profiles

101

Social Events

106

Art Work

127

50th Celebrations

132

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Headmaster’s report The Headmaster’s Prize Giving Presentation

Good evening and welcome to this celebration, in particular our guest speaker Dr Vaja Zatjirua, parents, members of the PTFA, all staff and students of St Paul’s College, in particular the Grade 12s of 2012. It’s a pleasure to look back over the last year and acknowledge the 50th Anniversary events: the Commencement Mass; the official function; our colourful musical evening, the alumni function; the go-karting fundraiser; 50 Club; the excellent newspaper publication and other internal events. It is also very exciting to acknowledge our students’ success, especially those of the Grade 12 year with whom we are immensely pleased and proud. It is a highly talented group which has responded so well to what is a demanding year. Well done! You have in your possession a handout that has some of the considerable achievements of our pupils in the areas of Academics, Culture, Outreach and Sport. The range and successes of our students in activities offered at the school is extremely impressive and include: Cultural development - the School Choir, the Chapel band and national representation by a number of our students Exchange opportunities - including 14 to Germany and France; attendance at the Global Young Leaders’ Conference and Winner of the International Ice-Climate Education 2012 Project (Arved Fuchs) Involvement in the tools of a civil society; Outreach Projects, excellently run IYA International Youth Award, Olympiads and Regional Science Fair successes and national sports performers The academic results of 2011 are shown too. The NSSC (Higher) results of 2011 were again very good with the top student in the country, Philipp Uhrich, and top female student Anja Koekemoer (3rd in the country) being from St Paul’s. We were again placed top in the Khomas region and various Ministry Trophies were awarded to St Paul’s College: including the Governor S. S Nuuyoma Trophy for Excellence in Academic Performance, the Best in Grade 12 - 2011, and Best School in the NSSC (O) category as well as Best School NSSC (H). Approximately 85% of our students achieved an Endorsement (South African University) matriculation. Our ISASA (Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa) membership gives a measure of our achievements in setting and keeping International standards. This remains

central to our aim: that student ability and readiness are measured on a bigger stage than Windhoek or Namibia only. This year’s ISASA conference reminded me of the challenges of political, social and economic demands on schools and the adaption needed for the rapidly changing future. Our relationship with the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation continues to strengthen as students are sponsored to attend St Paul’s College. This year, we were again invited to their annual Circle of Excellence Principal’s Conference (held in Johannesburg) with the theme: “From excellence to influence”. The theme included the role schools play in developing personal talent and leadership; nurturing ethical actions and values; encouraging citizens to be involved in their democracy; for school to address the question: “What does your school contribute to society?” and, lastly, for schools to consider their relevance within their political and economic context. Staff Departures Peter Muller, who has assisted in the Mathematics department and given generously to the developing of our IT platform. Linda Castaldo, who has responded to a call back to South Africa and who has contributed signifciantly to the English Department, Toastmaster Club, English Olympiad and as Head of Middle School and a management member will be sorely missed. Su Naude, who after 16 year of service in the Art Department, the IYA and in a plethora of outreach activities, the Global Young Leaders administrator and Matric Dance organizer. Above all Su is fanatically committed to the development of our students’ art and their character. She will now run, with her husband, Edgar, a lodge in the Caprivi region. After 10 years, Emanuel Sihlahla will leave us, along with his “golden year”, the current Grade 12s, to pursue this business career. He has been a leading influence both as a mathematics teacher and also as an enigmatic character. Challenges We remain committed to the expansion of the Primary School and the implications of that expansion which requires us to build. The funding remains a challenge (we are not permitted to borrow from commercial entities) and so are required to raise funds or gain the Church’s support.

3 My thanks to the Building Committee of Paddy Murphy, Wayne McTeer, Jaco Beukes and Dennis Maxwell. Final plans are to be presented to the Board next week for ratification. The challenges include finding and keeping good staff, along with keeping fees affordable. Thanks I will take my leave after 10 years. It is time for a new challenge. Most of what I have learned about being a principal of this great and uniquely placed school, has been learned here. It has tested me in every possible way but, looking back, it has been rewarding and a privilege. I celebrate these facts: The school has grown from 370 students to our current number of just over 600. Our Grade 12 class went from 27 students in 2002 to our current number of 75 thereby allowing more opportunity of a world class education. The Primary School is now fully established and expanding. The school is financially secure. Sport, especially soccer, hockey and netball, is growing in strength. The Outreach and IYA remain so strong. We have the best Code of Conduct which protects our community and has ensured the place of the rule of law, while also developing a respect for the process of responsibility within a democracy. The SMC programme has been adapted to be relevant to both the school and students. We remain so fiercely committed to academics while also having become broader and more accommodating of students of different abilities. The number of students graduating with matriculation exemption (being the university entrance level) is so high and by far the highest in the country for the last decade. We see our students develop into world citizens and that our past students return to Windhoek to be the leaders we know ALL St Paul’s students to be! I have enjoyed the slighly maverick attitude of the school’s culture and its cultural diversity which has taught me a great deal. I have particularly enjoyed working with the boys and it goes without saying that at the heart of the school is the

committed staff. The process to find my successor is well underway and I know the Board’s interview committee is down to a short list of 4 highly competent individuals, one of whom I am sure, will take the school into its next phase. My thanks go to the Head Boy Dean Spall and Head Girl Dandago !Gaoses, who, with their two deputies, Alex Erasmus and Esperance Luvindao, have led the school and the SMC with calmness and respect. I have enjoyed working with you and on behalf of the staff, I thank you. I have seen such significant development and both of you have been true to yourselves and your leadership styles carrying yourselves with stability and fresh vision. Your commitment to the job has been an excellent example for the SMC and us all. Thanks to the management team: Ellen Gudde, Bridget Jenkins, Linda Castaldo Marianne Pretorius, Zenobia Adonis and Lesley Saunders. Linnea Quinn and her administrative team, along with the ground staff have given their full support to the learning process. Thanks to the staff for their vital contribution. They are all sincerely thanked for their work and for the close attention they give to every student and the high standards they expect from them – this is one of the elements that make St Paul’s unique. I thank the Board, its Chairman Peter Shivute and Wayne McTeer (Finance); the PTFA under Chair, Tony Edmunds and Jaco Beukes both of whom form the PTFA Finance Subcommittee - who have assisted with the preparation of the 2013 Budget and who have been personally very supportive. Jaco is thanked for his work on the plans for our new parking areas. So, I leave with great sadness but know that it is time for a change. I will effectively finish at the end of this month as I take long leave. My thanks, in advance, to Mrs Gudde who will be Acting Principal. We give thanks to God for his hand on our school and the successes of the 50th Anniversary year.

R. Church Rob Church Principal

Higher Centre report This year’s Grade 12 and the 50th anniversary group chose to respond to the taxing demands of the final year by working and then having fun. Moving internal examinations to the middle of the year meant the serious nose-to-the-grindstone studying started even earlier. Yet, in the midst of all this, they managed to dress-up, braai, party, pedal go-karts hard and fast and dazzle all at the Winter Wonderland Farewell. The Farewell was a beautiful event, where many parents and guests commented on the depth of friendship and cohesion in what has been an energetic, boisterous, socially diverse and academically committed collection of personalities. I wonder how many other Farewells had kilts, velskoene, Herero and red-carpet dresses dancing together and enjoying each other’s company? In the brochure published for the 50th anniversary, the Grade 12’s contributed so wholeheartedly - they had to be given a page all to themselves. A photograph of them standing together on the steps of the Higher Centre, making Namibia shapes with their hands, seemed to sum up my feeling that their Namibian-ness grounds them. Their comments seem to show formative roots developed

here. Given the sentence “St Paul’s is ...” to complete, they wrote of the College being a home away from home, a place of friendships and learning, somewhere they developed an outlook of outreach and a spirit of curiosity. The symbolism of the Grade 12’s handing over the flame of endeavour to the Grade 8’s was celebrated with a Candle Service, where each Grade 8 was presented with a lit candle from the matriculating students. It reminded me of a Sunday school hymn I used to sing, “Jesus bids us shine with a clear, bright light”. We hope 2012’s Grade 12’s will take forth the light and continue to burn steadfastly.

Bridget Jenkins Bridget Jenkins Head of Grade 12

Upper School report The year was special in many ways; it was the 50th anniversary of this great College and the principal of ten years, Mr Church, felt that he should spread his wings at the end of the year. The many celebratory events and the imminent change put pressure on the normal business of a school. Yet, at the College, it was business as usual and teachers and staff did what they do best, teaching and educating the young people of Namibia! And another Grade 12 group is eagerly awaiting final results in December 2012. Pupils still have the privilege to enjoy an education which allows them to pursue their dreams by consistent and good teaching, tutoring, monitoring and counselling, to mould them to fulfill their tasks to make a difference. Still, after 50 years it remains the main aim of the staff of the College to assist our pupils to become balanced and worthy citizens and to perform to the best of each individual’s ability. St Paul’s College has always been known for maintaining a high academic standard and the start of 2012 was no exception.

The results of the 2011 NSSC examinations were excellent with 70% of the 61 candidates achieving matriculation exemption, which allows them to apply to universities and other tertiary institutions. Over 61% of all results were symbols “1” and “2”. Anja Koekemoer and Philip Uhrich achieved 6 “1” symbols and were celebrated as the top achievers in the country. We are proud of all our students, who have worked hard and fulfilled their potential. St Paul’s College was honoured this year as the top NSSC School in the Khomas Region, at a prestigious event held by the Khomas Regional Council in March. At the same event, 15 St Paul’s College teachers of Art and Design, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science, History, Economics, French Foreign Language and German Foreign Language were awarded “Teachers’ Excellence Awards” – a fitting and deserving achievement indeed.

The NSSC Higher/Ordinary course is covered over a period of three years at the Upper School. Pupils in Grade 10 study seven subjects and in Grades 11/12 six subjects, which must include a second language. All precautions are taken to offer the correct subject choices which will open doors to tertiary institutions. The NSSC programme, which is endorsed by the University of Cambridge, covers a relevant curriculum for the Southern African region and is fully accepted as school leaving certificate at South African tertiary institutions and for university exemption requirements. The management and staff of the College constantly upgrade methods to ensure that our Grade 12 pupils leave school with a credible certificate.

Academic rigour is one of the main ingredients of success at the College. This, coupled with the determination of staff and students, a caring and structured environment and many opportunities to interact, develop leadership potential, serve the community and have fun, makes this school a very special place indeed. St Paul’s College Upper School is truly a fine preparation and stepping stone for the next station in a student’s life.

Ellen Gudde Ellen Gudde Deputy Principal and Head of Upper School

Middle School report At my last assembly with the Middle School this year, I read the students a quote: ‘The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes’. These past two years and four months at St Paul’s have reinforced that ideology for me – looking at the world and my profession as a teacher with new eyes. I have loved being back on the African continent, loved teaching culturally diverse students and loved embracing the feeling of belonging - that I haven’t had in my fifteen years away from Southern Africa. I hope that I leave some mark on the Middle School – that the students that I came into contact with: some in the classroom, some at extra-curricular activities and some who crossed the threshold into the inner sanctum of my office – will remember me for being fair, passionate about my subject and my job and as someone who didn’t give up at the first hurdle! I would like to thank my Grade Heads: Alison Gardiner and Merryl Butcher, for their friendship, support and loyalty over the past two years. They both made my job so much easier. A shout out also needs to go to the register teachers of Grades 8 and 9, for sharing the sometimes onerous tasks of administration and discipline with me and easing the load. However, the Middle School wouldn’t exist without the students and it is to you – all the Grade 8’s and 9’s that I say:

THANK YOU! It’s been a pleasure and a privilege to run the Middle School at St Paul’s since August 2010 and I leave you in the capable hands of Mrs Peta Austin. I firmly believe that you will rise to the challenges that come your way on your life journeys. I will follow many of your careers and achievements with great interest. St Paul’s produces confident, well-rounded individuals, who make their mark on society in so many ways and so will you. 2012 has been a special year – St Paul’s turned 50 (as did Mr Church, Mrs Naude and yours truly!) and for me the time has now come to go ‘home’. I am looking forward to taking up my new position as Head of English at St Peter’s College in Sandton, Johannesburg. I wish all at St Paul’s College the very best for the future. In the words of Joyce Carol Oates: ‘It’s where we go and what we do when we get there, that tells us who we are’.

Linda Castaldo Miss L Castaldo Head of Middle School

Chaplain’s report 2012, being our jubilee year, was a remarkable one for all of us. The year started with a special Commencement Mass presided over by Rev Fr Werner Afunde, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Windhoek. The very special oil lamp representing Christ, the Light of the world, the Jubilee Candle, the 50 people carrying 50 candles, 50 items of offertory and the special jubilee prayer – all made it very unique and memorable. The Jubilee Candle was lit all the time when we had the regular chapel service and Mass. Many students had by-hearted the jubilee prayer by the end of the year. We are planning to modify that prayer, so that it can be used in the coming years too. The Candle Service for the Grade 8’s of the jubilee year too had a jubilee flavour. Grade 12’s welcomed the juniors with lighted candles, who took the oath with the candles in their hands. We had a regular bi-weekly inter-denominational chapel service and Special Mass at the beginning and end of the terms and on the feast of St Paul, our College patron. Speakers from different walks of life were well appreciated by the teachers and students alike. The collection of nonperishable food items at the end-of-the-year Masses was very successful. All the food items were distributed to poor children through our Outreach Programme. The contribution of the chapel band and the choir under the guidance of Mrs Gardener is appreciated. It is heartening to see new hands from Grade 8 on the piano and the drums.

Jubilee Prayer O God, in this jubilee year of our college, we praise and thank you for all your blessings. We present our college, our teachers and parents and ourselves for your continued protection and providence. We know and acknowledge that you are the true Wisdom. In your eternal wisdom you chose St Paul as your apostle to preach and teach your Good News. Help us to be your apostles today after the model of our heavenly patron, St Paul. Enable us to live a faithful life following his footsteps. Bless all the works that we undertake in this jubilee year. Guide us with your Spirit as you guided your apostles in the early years of the church. Enlighten us with your Holy Spirit that we may grow and live as your witnesses. We ask this through the intercession of St Paul, our heavenly patron. AMEN

Fr Davis Vadakkumpadan Chaplain

School Board Back Row (left to right): Mrs E Gudde, Mr T Edmunds, Pro. C Mahindi, Mr R Church, Mr W McTeer Front Row (left to right): Mrs L Quinn, Br Hermenegildus, Fr Deing, Chief Justice P Shivute, Ms Y Agnew

PTFA report

The times they are a-changing! It has been a pleasure working with the management and teachers of the College, especially during the past year - when we were able to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the College and the birthday of the school’s principal, Rob Church.

The Journey The PTFA’s finances are in a healthy state. Plans are already underway to finance the purchase or upgrading of: • Sports facilities, new cricket nets, hockey goals, general sport equipment etc. • Water fountains at numerous locations around the school to provide cool, clean water to learners. • Cultural events, instruments and equipment.

The PTFA is proud to have played a small part in the successes of the College. Through this association, all parents can get closer to the happenings at the school and can make a difference. The PTFA’s objectives are:

How to get there The PTFA has been particularly busy with the College’s expansion and parking & drop off plans. 2013 will see the completion of these important projects.

• The Link: Cultivate a link between, teachers, students and parents • Fun and Adventure: Initiate and support Fund raising activities • Objectives: Support academic, sporting and extramural activities

Thank you and God Speed The PTFA committee wishes to thank the school management and teachers for their dedication, commitment and love for the students.

There can be no more a dedicated group of people, than teachers. People who often put their lives on hold and make great sacrifices to educate our children.

The Link Special events for each grade will allow parents and students to meet one another. Pearl Schroeder and Jill Kinahan organised some wonderful events. The PTFA has formed close working relationships with the St Paul’s Board and the Primary School’s PPSG.

In particular, we bid farewell to Rob Church, the school leader and principal of the College. We thank you for your ten years of sacrifice and service to the College and our children. God speed, Rob.

Tony Edmunds Chairman

Meet the staff! Heads

Mrs E. Gudde

Mr R. Church

Ms L. Castaldo

Deputy Head Head of Upper School

Headmaster

Ms B. Jenkins

Head of Middle School

Head of Higher Centre

Mrs Z. Adonis

Mrs M. Pretorius

Head of Culture and Outreach

Head of Marketing

Admin

Mrs L. Quinn Bursar

Mrs Y. Beukes Bursar’s Assistant

Mrs A. Benade

Bursar’s Assistant

Mrs L. Fielding Headmaster’s Secretary

Mrs S. Wicks Secretary

Mrs D. Schuler Secretary

Support

Mr R. Jordani Mr S. Waendama Mr M. Fliede Estate Manager

Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance

Mr V. Mr T. Tobias Shanyengange Driver Driver

Mr T. Iipinge General Worker & Cleaner

Mr J. Khaxab Mr S. Nambungu General Worker & Cleaner

General Worker & Cleaner

Ms L. Luiperth Mr S. Shikongo Mr E. Shaanika Mr F. Hangula Mr S. Kapula Mr E. Muhoko Mr F. Shavuka Mr J. Shaanika General Worker & Cleaner

General Worker & Cleaner

Gardener

Security

Teaching

Father Davis

Mrs P. Austin

Mr A. Benjamin

Mrs F. Chani Science

Mrs W. Cloete Biology

Mrs S. Cormack Sport

Head of Grade 11 Accounting

Mrs A. Gardiner

Mrs J Koekemoer

Mrs A. Kuppel

Mrs K. le Roux

Ms E. McDuling English

Mrs C. Meinecke-Mareka

Mrs C. Mendelsohn

Mr P. Muller

Mr C. Olivier

Mrs Y. Philander

Mrs E. Pretorius

Chaplain

Head of Grade 8 Mathematics

Mr A. Nyandoro Mathematics

Science

Library

German

Maths / Science Intern

Sport

Science

Art

Geography

Mrs R. Buhrman English

Mrs M. Butcher

Mrs A. Daniels

Ms E. Dealie Accounting

Biology

Mathematics

History

Head of Grade 9 Mathematics

Mrs U. Louw

Head of Grade 10 Biology

Mrs S. Naude Art

Ms C. Ruel

English / French

Ms A. Rencs Afrikaans

Mrs U. Salvoldi German

Mr M. Sibanda

Ms C. Scmidt English

Mathematics

Mr E. Sihlahla Mathematics

Staff comings...

Mrs L. Visser Economics

Ms M. Wakolele Economics

Mr P Muller and Ms M Wakolele were welcomed into the St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community during 2011. Mr P. Muller

Ms M. Wakolele

... and goings Mr Church, Ms McDuling, Mrs Naude, Mr Muller, Mrs Butcher, Mr Sihlahla and Ms Casteldo left St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College at the end of 2012. We wish them well in all they do.

Mr R. Church

Mr E. Sihlahla

Mrs M. Butcher

Ms L. Casteldo

Ms E. McDuling

Mr P. Muller

Mrs S. Naude

Tribute to Rob Church Rob Church arrived in September 2002, celebrating his 40th birthday with his dog among unpacked boxes. I will remember Rob in different categories, as principal and leader of St Paul’s College, as disciplinarian and role model for the pupils, as a family man, sportsman, as a Namibian and as a friend. The position at the top of St Paul’s College is lonely and the weight on the shoulders is heavy. The leader moves ahead and chooses the path, and the good leader gathers the flock behind him to follow. Rob was a visionary, a thinker, a dreamer, and anticipated issues long before their arrival. I admire Rob for his strength and tenacity, someone who, in the most adverse circumstances imaginable, held on. He was literally thrown to the wolves when first at St Paul’s, he was young, he had big shoes to fill, his team was a women’s team – all task orientated, and he had visions.

Rob was the strongest when circumstances were the worst and he followed issues through to the end, he held on – even if it took long. In the ten years, he was instrumental in giving the College a new look, a sophisticated and calm look, which fits with the Namibian context and reflects what the College stands for and what he loves. Nature! He introduced the systematic fencing around the school, the gardens, starting with the Chapel gardens, then the old Basketball fields and the completion of the “Christine Marais Gardens” on his 50th birthday. He was instrumental in the expansion of the Primary School and the building of the Rec Centre. The colours of the school and the renovations were done in his time. The new chairs – maroon – and desks were accomplished in his reign. He also introduced a calendar – a headache at the end of every term - but certainly worth the effort. As a disciplinarian, I will remember Rob for his fair and kind dealings with youngsters, particularly with difficult, silly, puberty stricken boys. They will miss him; they will miss his calm discussion. Rob forged links with the PTFA, the Board, the Catholic Church, the Alumni, lots of people, and many with differing views and ideas. He leaves the College with strong ties in place. He is wished well, he has left a mark at the College and it will grow and move forward in strength.

Ellen Gudde Ellen Gudde

Farewell to Su Naude on behalf of the IYA Sixteen years ago, Su brought the IYA Programme to SPC from Centaurus and it has grown from strength to strength. Over 120 pupils, more than a quarter of the high school population, are involved in the programme.

She has been on the Executive of the IYA, a driving force at the meetings, a wonderful organiser of events, a huge support for the whole IYA family and the keeper of the IYA equipment room.

Ms Naude has taken 6 groups to Gold – 4 of which at St Paul’s; which means 6 times Gold expeditions, 6 times residential projects, countless other adventurous journeys and many, many log books.

All in the IYA, the executive and the instructors thank her for her hard work, for the direct and clear mark that she has left and for the assistance she has given in the executive. She will be sorely missed, but is wished well at Susuwe Lodge.

Tribute to Merryl Butcher Ten full years at a place is a long time and one can expect many highlights - and “lowlights”. Ms Butcher has endured and has become an institution at the College and a good friend to so many of the community. Ms Butcher will be remembered for her enthusiasm; her willingness to teach the child; her deep feeling for the child that struggles with Maths; her endless and selfless hours that she has put into Maths and helping the child, Ms Butcher started at the College in 2002. Very soon, she became Head of Grade 9. She knew her Grade 9’s well and she counseled them well; she was a good “mum” to them. Ms Butcher is a Mathematics teacher of note. Many matriculants in the O Level were saved by her patience. She has also done her bit for Maths teaching in Namibia, when she, for years supported the Teacher’s Mathematics Programme for Namibians.

She has also been a marker for many years and she has organised the Maths Olympiad. Ms Butcher was a stalwart in the IYA at the College; she took 3 groups to Gold – the pupils loved her outings – they were the “rougher” tours, with the long drops, few amenities, but the good heart and love for the cause. She was a member of the Executive of the IYA for many years and offered her good advice and ideas and fine camping recipes. Ms Butcher’s big love, of course, is the Scouts. Nothing, but nothing, could and will interfere with her Friday afternoons. She attended the Jamboree in July 2011 as a representative of Namibia. Ms Butcher has decided that it is time to find a new direction in her life and to spend time with the people important in her life. She will be sorely missed at the College and is wished well.

Farewell to Linda Castaldo Linda Castaldo burst into the St Paul’s Community half way through 2010. Her energetic approach to life ensured that new projects and ideas were quickly birthed and organised. She was not distracted by the phrase “We’ve never done it this way before”. Linda felt strongly about encouraging the English students and giving them the resources to develop their talents to the fullest. With this in her heart, she initiated the English extension class in Grade 8 and carried it through to Grade 9. She also ran competitions and rewarded students who did their best. The stronger students rose to the challenge and presented work of a high standard. Linda’s pride in their work was evident if you looked around her office and notice boards. Their art work, poems, advertisements and photographs

adorned the walls and she would frequently read their writings to the assembly or staff. Her acknowledgement of their efforts motivated students to give of their best. Although Linda did not have children of her own, she related well to the students she taught and was extremely fair even though she was outspoken. I found her a vibrant and interesting person to work with. Linda was like a meteorite that crashed into our peaceful world, sending sparks of energy in all directions, then she departed for her next adventure, leaving us wondering “What happened?”

Alison Gardiner

Tribute to Edna McDuling Ms McDuling started at the College in January 2007. She came to the College to teach English to the “older child”, as she put it, having taught at a primary school level for many years. During the years, she also taught Afrikaans. Judging from the pupil’s response at Assembly on the announcement that Ms McDuling would be leaving the College, it was quite clear that she has many fans, particularly in the Middle School. She has touched the heart of many a child. Very soon after Ms McDuling started at the College, she took over some administrative duties which grew very fast into a much bigger portfolio, from Schoolwrite to timetable, all kinds of rosters and, most importantly, the report process and the printing of reports.

And the timetable – with patience and persistence she worked on the permutations and included every possible whim and demand. Ms McDuling will also be remembered for her endless input into the backstage work of “Mugsy Cologne”, a thankless job, but so well done. She looked after the scholar patrol for many years and monitored the safe passage of our pupils across the busy road. Ms McDuling is going back to primary school and the lucky school will get an administrator with the package. She is wished good luck and happiness at the new school.

Head Boy of St Paul’s College 2012

Deanne Spall

Speech delivered at the 2012 prize giving Good evening Mr Church, honoured speaker, teachers, parents, students of St Paul’s College and the grade 12s of 2012. This year can only fully be described by one word, momentous. If ever there was a year to be a part of this prestigious institution, I personally believe that it would have to be this year. Celebrating the College’s 50th anniversary while being a member of the Grade 12 class of the year 2012 and then still having the privilege to be Head Boy has certainly been a great honour. Furthermore, to everyone here but especially to the learners in Grade 8 to 11. This has been a year filled with joyous and wonderful memories, but has also recently been filled with tragic and heart-breaking ones. Although, it is not always easy to process these extreme emotions, it is how we process them that determine our character. It is easy to live life day by day without any unexpected occurrences or emotional attachments. Yet, how can you be expected to mature in such an environment? We are defined by the challenges we face, the hardships we endure, the joys we experience and the people we choose to associate ourselves with. More than that though, our personalities and our strengths are determined by how courageously we endure these events. Whether or not we shy away from our responsibilities, because nothing worthwhile has ever been accomplished without determination and effort. Yet, this is not a path you can walk alone. Parents, friends, teachers all play an essential role in this process. Especially

your parents, who form a crucial part in your life. Whether they act as mentors or simply emotional support, without them this journey may become an excruciating burden. Simple tasks may become insurmountable and you may feel yourself feeling hopeless and alone. All this I have derived from personal experience. I come from a home where my parents were divorced when I was a young age and although my father has always been present, it is my mother that has been the true pillar of strength in my life. Continuously motivating me, supporting me, guiding me. For this I am and always will be truly thankful and am I sure countless others will share this viewpoint. For without our parents, I am sure we would have faltered and failed on numerous occasions. I have experienced this wide spectrum of emotions and events in my time here at St Paul’s. This school’s reputation as an institute of excellence requires no mentioning. However, the emotional maturing that many students undergo here tends to remain unmentioned at times. St Paul’s creates an environment where students are encouraged to be not satisfied with being an average student, but rather to excel in all aspects of life. This is something I would like to emphasise. The school can only create the environment; it is each individual’s responsibility to ensure that they seize each and every opportunity that this environment provides. This is easier said than done, as most people have a certain proclivity to be indolent rather than proactive. However, it is this decision that separates the weak from the strong, the successful from the unsuccessful. Please do not misinterpret the word success, for there are many forms of success.

15 Everyone is capable of achieving success in one or more fields, but this is not a task that is undertaken lightly. It will require great sacrifice on not only your behalf but also those closest to you. To the new SMC body and all its members, I congratulate you for this is an achievement to be proud of. The opportunities that you will be granted may change your perspective on certain issues, define your character in certain ways and exploit certain weaknesses that you may consciously have to work on. It is not an easy path you have chosen but it is a worthy one. Make sure that you do not waste this chance to expand yourself. To those who did not make it on, do not be discouraged. I myself did not make it onto the SMC on my first attempt and, of course, I felt unmotivated and I was filled with self-doubt and it took me a while to realise that I was wallowing in self-pity. This is, in my opinion, the worst way to spend your emotions because it offers you absolutely no personal gain or maturity. Subsequently, I have learned to never fall into such a state again and I beg of you to not make the same mistake. Do not see yourself as a failure, but rather see the fact that you have now been granted the opportunity to explore new options and territories that may have been denied to you previously. Never forsake your journey for self-improvement. Finally, to my fellow matriculants. I can honestly say that I could never have chosen a better year to be a part of. It has been a true privilege to have met you all and we have truly left an indelible mark at this school. Whether it is by straining our teacher’s vocal chords, breaking a bench that has been here for as long as I can remember or tying our head of grade to a lamp post, we will be remembered. Even though we are heading into a world that is totally unknown to us, I believe that we have been thoroughly prepared and we are more than capable of coping with

anything that may be thrown our way, because we are cool under pressure. We have the ability to be flexible and adaptable to all situations in which we may find ourselves. Even though those situations may be completely out of our comfort zones, we must not shy away. More than that though, this change grants us an opportunity to further find ourselves. To re-invent ourselves if we feel like it, to change certain personality traits while maintaining others. We are given a clean slate, a fresh start to be who we want to be. Maybe some of us need a second chance, maybe some do not, but it is essential that you do not let this opportunity go to waste. I would like to finish off by leaving you with a quote from a book I am currently reading by Bryce Courtenay and it states: “Remember to take the spoon out of the sink before turning on the tap”. Meaning that before you act or make a certain decision, thoroughly think everything through. Weigh up the pros and cons of the decision, anticipate what may go wrong and ensure that the outcome will be the one that you intended. Many people believe that our futures are predetermined by fate and perhaps to a certain extent that may be true. However, I believe that we are the makers of our future, way can create our own destinies with the decisions we make. It is therefore each individual’s responsibility to be the instigator of their own future, because ultimately if you are unsatisfied with your future, you may have only yourself to blame. So, I implore you to always consciously mull each and every decision you make over in your mind before putting it into action. For if you are able to do this, there is no saying what you will achieve or the heights you will attain.

Head Girl of St Paul’s College 2012

Dandago Gaoses Speech delivered at the 2012 prize giving Good evening parents, teachers, invited guests, Mr Church and students of St Paul’s College. Although what I have to say does have many levels, my message tonight is a special dedication to the matrics of 2012. It is the 15th of June, 2012, St Paul’s versus St George’s in the Clash of the Titans. I watch in utter despair as the last glimmer of hope slips from the faces of our worn out players. The final whistle echoes across the field, the score, 4-0. As I stood there, drowning in sorrow, another reality dawned on me.

This is my last year. That was my last Classic Clashes match, my last chance to run across that field in my glorious St Paul’s uniform and celebrate a victory against St George’s. It is in that moment that I realised, as ecstatic as I am to be leaving, I will miss being a St Paulian. During our time at the college, we have had the opportunity to be taught by a variety of teachers. Be it Mrs Daniels and her accounting triples, Mrs Adonis and her split personalities, or Mr Nyandodro and reminding us that we are indeed in a classroom and not a shebeen, one thing remains clear: we will miss you all dearly.

Always live life to the fullest. Follow your dreams. No hesitation. CN Neves Family

16 As we grow into this culture, we see the detrimental effects every time we pick up a newspaper. Namibia is like St Paul’s in the second half of the Classic Clashes, we need a change in strategy, we are that change. In the conclusion of his magnificent poem, The Road Not Taken, Robert Frost writes, “two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the road less travelled, and that has made all the difference”. I urge you all to take the road less travelled. After the completion of your studies abroad, come home and aid Namibia in its development. You will be amazed at the impact one skilled and determined person can have on countless lives. It is very seldom that you find a group of individuals willing to give the best of themselves, although their best efforts are often met with rolling eyes. For this, we would like to express our deepest gratitude.

In closing, Grade 12’s, we have had an unfathomably fantastic year, I mean we were legendary. If you remember one thing from what I’ve said, remember this: your attitude determines your altitude. If you set realistic goals and work towards them, the sky is the limit.

An integral part of high school, by any account, would be the friendships that we form. As you think of those closest to you, it will become evident that things are never going to be the same. We are never going to be as connected as we are in this very moment.

My greatest hope is that you strive for your dreams relentlessly and fearlessly. I hope that you continue along this path of selfdiscovery and have the unwavering strength to remain true to yourself.

That, to me, is a very saddening reality because once you have found someone who understands you completely, and silence itself becomes a language, the thought of being away from that person is unbearable.

Thank you for being a part of my unforgettable high school career and I wish you all great success.

My friends have been there to support me through what can only be described as the most stressful year of my life. At times, when I thought I could not continue, they helped me to my feet, or simply dragged me along when the situation demanded it. In addition to saying goodbye to friends, another aspect that makes coming to the end of high school so daunting is the pressure. As finals draw nearer, we are dealing with the expectations of parents, teachers and peers. All that we can do is remain cool under pressure (Deane stole that from me by the way), and strive for our best efforts. Instead of competing with everyone else, make it an internal battle. After twelve years of school, give yourself the satisfaction of knowing that you deserve the results you receive at the end of the year. As the year draws to an end, many of us will be deciding which career paths to follow. With regard to this, parents feel the need to make their at times unwelcome opinions known. We all want to make our parents proud. All that any child wants to hear is “I’m proud of you”. However, it is vital to remember that at the end of the day it is your life, your future. You need to choose a path you believe will best utilise your talents and lead to a path of fulfilment. I am aware that many of us cannot wait to leave this country but I sincerely hope that we will come back and help develop Namibia. We live in a society where turning a blind eye is the preferred solution.

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Prize Giving Recognition of Excellent Achievements in 2012 AWARDS FOR CULTURAL ACTIVITIES DEBATING Best Junior Debater: Noah Gillham

Best Senior Debater: Eulalia Joseph

AWARD FOR OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Standard Bank Trophy and Full Colours for exceptional continued and dedicated service in the Shoebox project: Alexander Erasmus

ACADEMICS: CERTIFICATES OF MERIT AND BOOK PRIZES Merit Certificates are awarded to pupils in Grade 8 – 12 for an average of 80% or more. Awards are based on the average of results of the first and second trimester. No subject average may be less than 50%.

GRADE 8 - for an average of 80% at the end of the second trimester, a merit certificate is awarded to: Book prize for joint third position in grade: Zoa Wustrow 83.2% Book prize for joint third position in grade: Lucas Martin 83.2% Book prize for second position in grade: Kimberlin Brain 84.4% Book prize for first position in grade: Lucas Wackerle-Garcia 88.4%

TROPHIES OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Middle School Subject Trophies Andreas Worbs Trophy for German: Inés Wackerle-Garcia Ernst & Young Trophy for Accounting: Liam Cloete Lentin Trophy for Biology: Inés Wackerle-Garcia Seth Junius Trophy for Physical Science: Antonia Roth Sue Weich Trophy for Mathematics: Antonia Roth Liam Cloete

GRADE 9 – for an average of 80% at the end of the

SPECIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS KARSEBOOM BOOK PRIZE (for outstanding academic endeavour) Grade 8: Diana-Lee Samaria Grade 9: Michelle Bierbach WINDHOEK STATIONERS ART PRIZES (for an excellent standard in Art and Design) Grade 8: Dieter Kebbel Grade 9: Inés Wackerle-Garcia FNCC PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in French) Best French student in Grade 8: Lucas Martin – 87% Best French student in Grade 9: Jennifer Hailulu – 89% GERMAN EMBASSY BOOK PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in German) Grade 8: Lucas Wackerle-Garcia Grade 9: Inés Wackerle-Garcia

second trimester, an academic scroll is awarded to the following students: Christiaan Schutte 81.4% Ndapewa Kaholongo 84.0% Inés Wackerle-Garcia 84.6%

Book prize for third position in grade: Joshua Bassingthwaighte 85.4% Book prize for second position in grade: Antonia Roth 88.2% Book prize for first position in grade: Liam Cloete 88.4% M.F. Slabbert Junior Dux Trophy: Liam Cloete

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19 ACADEMIC FULL COLOURS

SPECIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS

GRADE 10 – for an average of 80% at the end of the

WINDHOEK STATIONERS ART PRIZES (for an excellent standard in Art and Design) Grade 10: Carla Olivier

second trimester, academic Half Colours are awarded to the following students: Jessica Bassingthwaighte 80.0% Ravi van de Port 80.6% Tjeheripo Ngapurue 80.6% Hikutangevi Kasuto 80.8% Tiantao Huang 81.0% Lauren-Stuart Hill 81.6% Diana Machado 82.0% Panashe Bamhare 82.0% Maria-Noela Mahindi 82.2% Cara Spall 83.0% Byron Chikwanda 83.0% Book prize for third position in grade: Catharina le Roux 84.8% Book prize for second position in grade: Erik Imbuzeiro 85.0%

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS ACCOUNTING AND MATHEMATICS PRIZE (for top achievers in Grade 10 in Mathematics and Accounting) 3rd Tjeheripo Ngapurue 2nd Erik Imbuzeiro 1st Catharina le Roux FNCC PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in French) Best French student in Grade 10: Cara Spall – 91% GERMAN EMBASSY BOOK PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in German) Grade 10: Kumbee Tjirimuje

Book prize for first position in grade: Jesslyn Bossau 88.4%

ACADEMIC FULL COLOURS

SPECIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS WINDHOEK STATIONERS ART PRIZES (for an excellent standard in Art and Design) Grade 11: Esmé Masuku PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS ACCOUNTING AND MATHEMATICS PRIZE (for top achievers in Grade 11 in Mathematics and Accounting) 3rd Dorian van Rooi 2nd Kuzivakwashe Mapanga 1st Madelon Gillham FNCC PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in French) Best French student in Grade 11: Jason Corbett – 82%

GRADE 11 - for an average of 80% at the end of the second trimester, academic Full Colours are awarded to the following students. The minimum average for subjects of 60% applies: Book prize for joint third position in grade: Madelon Gillham 81.8%

Book prize for third position in grade: Kuzivakwashe Mapanga 81.8% Book prize for joint first position in grade: Keziah Hansen 83.0% Book prize for joint first position in grade: Kaarna Anyolo 83.0%

GERMAN EMBASSY BOOK PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in German) Grade 11: Kaarna Anyolo

SPECIAL ACADEMIC AWARDS WINDHOEK STATIONERS ART PRIZE (for an excellent standard in Art and Design) Grade 12: Claire Barry FNCC PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in French) Best French student in Grade 12:

Esperance Luvindao - 86%

GERMAN EMBASSY BOOK PRIZE (for interest and excellent achievements in German) Grade 12: Penina Nahole (German Ordinary Level) Grade 12: Timothy Kinahan (German Higher Level) DELOITTE & TOUCHE Monetary Award for the most versatile student

Grade 12:

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20 SUBJECT CERTIFICATES OF MERIT GRADE 12

Claire Barry Vanessa Black Angela de Villiers Alexander Erasmus Dandago !Gaoses John Paul Karuaihe Timothy Kinahan Andrew Kint Lene Le Roux Esperance Luvindao La Toya Mwoombola Edith Nghitukwa Teresa Ogbokor Michelle Penderis Johnny Sibalatani Deane Spall Christof van Zijl

Art and Design 81% Accounting 93%; Biology 81% Art and Design 82% French 86% Biology 81%; French 87% Mathematics 81% Biology 85%; Geography 91%; History 81% Geography 83%; French 82%; Biology 88%; Mathematics 81%; Economics 81% Biology 81% Biology 80% Accounting 88% Biology 89%; Mathematics 89%; Accounting 88%; Physical Science 81% Geography 85% Mathematics 80% Biology 88%; Mathematics 80%; Accounting 96%; Physical Science 81% English 80%; Biology 90%; Mathematics 98%; Accounting 90%; Physical Science 93%; Afrikaans 87%

ACADEMIC HALF COLOURS GRADE 12 – for an average of 70 – 74.9% at the

end of the second trimester, academic half colours are awarded to the following students: Jessica Roberts 70.0% Nozizwe Nyoni 71.2% Claire Barry 71.4% Rése Boshoff 71.8% Sasha Tietz 72.0% Penina Nahole 72.0% Amakhoe Goabas 72.0% Stephan Fourie 72.0% Catherine Edmunds 72.2% Victoria Hiskia 72.4% Angela de Villiers 72.4% Anna Müller 72.8% Kerikora Kavari-Murangi 73.0% Jean-Paul Karuaihe 73.0% John Hunter 73.0% Winta Berhe 73.0% Jean-René Nshuti 73.2% Silke Bierbrauer 73.6% Kelao Uiras 74.0%

TROPHIES OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Judge Chris Mouton Trophy for Bilingualism:

Resé Boshoff

Glen-Spyron Trophy for Best NSSC Accounting:

Deane Spall

Binneman-Visser Auditor’s Trophy for NSSC H Economics:

Lené le Roux

Danvis Trophy for Economics:

Sarah-Leigh Nel

Samantha Muller Trophy for Art:

Silke Bierbrauer

Gratia Artis Trophy for fine achievements in Art in Grade 11:

Katherine Hunter Angela de Villiers

Loft Gallery Trophy:

Alexander Erasmus

Nissen Trophy for History:

Timothy Kinahan

Blokker Trophy for Geography:

Timothy Kinahan

Kaschik Trophy for Senior German:

Timothy Kinahan

Levinson Trophy for English:

Christof van Zijl

Anna Frank Trophy for Afrikaans:

Christof van Zijl

Woerman Brock Trophy for Mathematics:

Christof van Zijl

Agnew Trophy for NSSC H Biology:

Christof van Zijl

Floating Trophy for Physical Science:

Christof van Zijl

Malik Trophy for Olympiad and full colours for her 30th place at Amakoe Goabas

the international competition: Ben Africa Trophy for Academic Endeavour:

Justin Diaz

H Pupkewitz Trophy for best progress: Stephanus van Zijl (+5.2%) X-RAY Trophy for Creativity and Innovation:

Jessica Roberts

Optime Moratum Trophy for good service, loyalty, diligence and behaviour:

Deane Spall – Head Boy Dandago Gaoses – Head Girl

ACADEMIC FULL COLOURS GRADE 12 - for an average of 75% at the end of the second trimester, academic Full Colours are awarded to the following students. The minimum average for subjects of 60% applies:

La Toya Mwoombola 75.2% Vanessa Black 76.0% Esperance Luvindao 76.2% Timothy Kinahan 76.4% Edith Nghitukwa 77.6% Dandago !Gaoses 77.6% Alexander Erasmus 77.6% Lené le Roux 77.8% Andrew Kint 78.8% Book prize for third position in grade: Teresa Ogbokor 79.2% Book prize for second position in grade: Deane Spall 83.2% Book prize for first position in grade: Christof van Zijl 88.8% Taylor Trophy for best NSSC H student: Christof van Zijl

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Trophies and Awards for Sports ATHLETICS Junior Victrix Ludorum Junior Victor Ludorum Senior Victrix Ludorum Senior Victor Ludorum

Grace Haihambo Bradley Tjongarero Rejoice Katjitae Clinton Beukes and Sefardin Kamupingene

JUNIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS: 1. Phea Gerber 1st team girls’ hockey, u/16 NSSU Hockey Team, u/21 National Ladies Team 2. Gillian Hermanus 1st team girls’ hockey, u/14 NSSU Hockey Team Captain, u/15 Hawks Indoor Hockey Team 3. Ashleigh Barnard 1st team girls’ hockey, u/14 NSSU Hockey, u/15 Hawks Indoor Hockey Team 4. Petro Stoffberg 1st team girls’ hockey, u/18 Hawks Indoor Hockey Team, Senior Ladies Indoor Hockey Team, u/21 NHU non- travelling reserve, u/16 NSSU Hockey Team RECIPIENT OF THE JUNIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR: Petro Stoffberg JUNIOR SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS: 1. Ernest Jacobs 1st team boys’ hockey, u/16 NSSU Hockey Team Captain, u/21 NHU Hockey Team, u/18 Hawks Indoor Hockey Team 2. Hendrik Koekemoer 1st team boys’ hockey, u/15 Cricket Nationals 3. Kyron Sprake 1st team boys’ hockey, u/16 NSSU Waterski Team 4. Dave Uirab 1st team boys’ soccer, u/17 COSSASA Ball Games RECIPIENT OF THE JUNIOR SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR: Ernest Jacobs SENIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR ONLY ONE NOMINATION: Rejoice Katjitae 1st team girls’ hockey, Gold & Silver Athletics National and COSSASA Championships in Botswana RECIPIENT OF THE SENIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR: Rejoice Katjitae SENIOR SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS: 1. Devon Sprake National Representation: Hockey Vice Captain of the NSSU U18 Team Devon plays hockey for the St Paul’s 1st team as well as the u/18 Hawks and the National Senior Indoor Men’s Hockey Team. 2. Daniel Seha National Representation: u/17 Cricket Daniel was named National u/17 Cricketer of the Year He has given 2 years of dedicated service to the Hickory Creek Week Junior Cricket development programme Daniel plays 1st team hockey at St Paul’s RECIPIENT OF THE SENIOR SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR: Devon Sprake and Daniel Seha CONGRATULATIONS: House Ernest for winning the Interhouse Athletics and House Rudolph for winning the Interhouse Sport Day.

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Honours and Awards Recognition of Excellent Academic Achievements AFRIKAANS OLIMPIADE

ACADEMIC SCROLL

CERTIFICATE GRADE 10 – for an average of 75% - 79% at the end of the second trimester, an academic scroll is awarded to the following students: Svenja Schumann Hawi Lemma Alleshyia Timotheus Mara Kühne Amanda Namises

78.2% 77.6% 77.0% 76.0% 76.0%

GRADE 11 – for an average of 70% - 74.9% at the end of the second trimester, an academic scroll is awarded to the following students: Johanna Akweenda Nsozi Mwazi Philip Ellis Tanya Brückner Eulalia Joseph Sarah-Leigh Nel Gustav Gouws Rejoice Katjitae Tivon Komen Solomon Kint Samantha Gouveia Anienke Buys Nangolo Mthoko Deoné Husselman Keith Singoro Katrine Vigne

74.8% 74.6% 74.4% 74.0% 74.0% 73.6% 73.0% 72.8% 72.4% 72.4% 72.0% 71.6% 71.6% 71.0% 70.8% 70.2%

ACADEMIC HALF COLOURS GRADE 11 – for an average of 75% - 79% at the

end of the second trimester, academic half colours are awarded to the following students: Kara Cloete Esmé Masuku Dorian van Rooi Rhydene Gilbert Jason Corbett Andries Bornmann Katherine Hunter Aisha-Deva Harris

79.6% 79.6% 79.0% 78.8% 78.6% 77.6% 77.4% 75.0%

for receiving an Award in the Afrikaans Olympiad 2011 – Certificates from ATKV Jessica Bassingthwaighte 80.77% Camilla Davids 56.15% Catharina le Roux 83.08% Andries Bornman 81.54% Anienke Buys 69.23% Kara Cloete 86.15% Logino Goraseb 67.69% Keziah Hansen 84.62% Katherine Hunter 83.85% Eulalia Joseph 75.38% Marilize Lawrence 61.54% Antioné Agenbach 70.77% Stephan Fourie 73.08% John Hunter 82.31% Lené le Roux 78.46% Deane Spall 83.08%

ENGLISH OLYMPIAD CERTIFICATE for receiving a Bronze Award in the English Olympiad 2011 – Certificates from the SA Council of English Education Annerita Maritz (merit) Svenja Schumann (merit) Kuzivakwashe Mapanga (merit) Eulalia Joseph (merit) Panashe Bamhare Jesslyn Bossau Cara Spall Lauren Stuart-Hill Chantelle Hamman Tanya Brückner Keziah Hansen Kaarna Anyolo Catherine Edmunds Alexander Erasmus Claire Barry Winta Berhe Andrew Kint Esperance Luvindao Christof van Zjil Dandago !Gaoses Silke Bierbrauer Deane Spall John-Paul Karuaihe SCROLL for receiving a Silver Award in the English Olympiad 2011 Diana Machado Katherine Hunter Katrine Vigne Timothy Kinahan Rése Boshoff FULL COLOURS for exceptional achievement in the top 60 of 7 300 participants in the English Olympiad 2012 Jason Corbett – 33rd Ravi van de Port - 56th

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25 INTERNATIONAL YOUTH AWARD

SCROLL for completion of the IYA Bronze Award Rose Church HALF COLOURS for completion of the IYA Silver Award

Julia Amadhila

YOUNG SCIENTISTS CERTIFICATE - 1st year of participation at the Regional and National Science Fair Kimberlin Brain - regional and national gold medal Daniel Gresse

- regional gold and best in category - national gold and best in category

SCROLL for 2nd year participation at the Regional and National Science Fair Renier (Adriaan) Visser - regional gold and best in category - national gold

DEBATING CERTIFICATE OF MERIT for regional participation

Luke Brinkmann participation in the Khomas Regional Championships Galileo Njembo participation in the Khomas Regional Championships Miranda Christian participation in the Khomas Regional Championships Jacques Lorenzen participation in the Khomas Regional Championships Eulalia Joseph - selected to represent the Khomas Regional Team Lucas Wackerle-Garcia selected to represent the Khomas Regional Team

SCROLL for two years of outstanding commitment and active participation in the Debating Club Madelon Gillham HALF COLOURS for three years of exceptional commitment and active participation in the Debating Club Kara Cloete Sarah-Leigh Nel

OUTREACH & SERVICE

DRUMLINE

CHAPEL BAND

SCROLL for two years of commitment to Drumline Edward Shiimi

SCROLL for 2 years of faithful of service to the Chapel Band Singers: Jessica Hancox Jatompa Kapenda Jennifer Hailulu Tegeni Pea Wilhelmina Kandongo Re-award Singers: Mailabel Caparros Ndinelago Angula Hilde Shilamba Queen Elizabeth Elago Musicians: Khoendib Goabab Noah Gillham Lars Schuler FULL COLOURS for 4 years of faithful service to the Chapel Band Gustav Gouws

CHESS CLUB

SCROLL for 2 years of attendance and commitment to the Chess Club Ndapewa Kaholongo Hilya Iikuyu

Aurelia Samuyenga

HALF COLOURS for three years of commitment to Drumline

Andries Bornman Gustav Gouws

Dawid Coleman

GIRL/CHILD CLUB

SCROLL for 2 years of selfless service to the Girl/Child Club Maria Acebes Hilya Iikuyu Patricia Pretorius Dorian van Rooi Samantha Zezai

Afiah Gowases Ndapewa Kaholongo Aurelia Samuyenga Sara Wackerle-Garcia

HALF COLOURS for 3 years of committed and dedicated service to the Girl/Child Club DeonĂŠ Husselmann Rhydene Gilbert JUNIOR CITY COUNCIL CERTIFICATE for 1 year of dedicated service to the Junior City Council - Cara Spall

CHOIR

SCROLL for 2 years of dedicated service to the Junior City Council - Kuzivakwashe Mapanga

SCROLL for 2 years of committed service to the Choir

HEARING IMPAIRED

Julia Amadhila Queen Elizabeth Elago Lizette Liswaniso

Ndinelago Angula Dandago !Gaoses Tutala Modestus

SCROLL for two years of faithful service to the Hearing Impaired Michal Jagiello

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Miles Bosman

26 HALF COLOURS for three years of faithful service to the Hearing Impaired Diana Machado Hikutangevi Kasuto

Kaylene Brown

HISTORY CLUB SCROLL for two years of dedication to the History Club Lars Schuler MEDIA CENTRE

SCROLL for 2 years of dedicated service to the Media Centre Johannes Bezuidenhout Ester Elago Hendrik Koekemoer Lars Schuler Christiaan Schutte

HALF COLOURS for 3 years of dedicated service to the Media

Centre Tegeni Pea

BERNARD NORDKAMP HALF COLOURS for 3 years of dedicated service to Bernard Nordkamp Lizette Liswaniso Kara Cloete Sarah-Leigh Nel Cassandra Blockstein Panashe Bamhare Maria-Noela Mahindi Jessyln Bossau Hawi Lemma Alleshyia Timotheus

SHOEBOX PROJECT SCROLL for dedicated and outstanding service in the 2nd year of the Shoebox Project Svenja Schumann HALF COLOURS for dedicated and outstanding service in the 3rd year of the Shoebox Project Kara Cloete

TOASTMASTERS GAVEL CLUB SCROLL for dedicated service and commitment Eulalia Joseph President of the Club and representing the College at the Windhoek Toastmasters Club Alexander Erasmus – long standing member and representing the College at the Windhoek Toastmasters Club Catherine Edmunds – Club secretary

Awards for Sporting Achievements ATHLETICS

CRICKET

SCROLL for participation at the NSSU Athletics Nationals

SCROLL for selection to the u/15 National Team Kimberlin Brain Hendrik Koekemoer Warren van Wyk

Jessica Bassingthwaighte - Bronze medal in High Jump Isaak Kaulinge – 2nd year participation Bradley Tjongarero – 2nd year participation

HALF COLOURS for 4th year participation at the NSSU

Athletics Nationals Prudence Haihambo Sefardin Kamupingene Frederick Menyah-Artivor

FULL COLOURS for participation at the NSSU Athletics Nationals and selection to the National Team Rejoice Katjitae BASKETBALL SCROLL for three years of committed service to St Paul’s Basketball Byron Chikwanda Tiantao Huang Lizette Liswaniso Ashleigh Mogane FULL COLOURS for 5 years of committed service to St Paul’s Basketball Mailabel Caparros

FULL COLOURS for selection to the u/17 National Team and inclusion in the u/19 World Cup Training Squad Daniel Seha - re-award

FULL COLOURS for 4 years of committed service to St Paul’s Cricket - Philip Ellis

HOCKEY SCROLL for 3 years of committed service to St Paul’s Hockey Panashe Bamhare Hikutangevi Kasuto Ropafadzai Mukumba Manga Libuku Cassandra Blockstein Tunaune Ngapurue Julia Amadhila Catharina le Roux Tutala Modestus Diana Machado Leandro Vieira Pasquale Peters SCROLL for selection to the NSSU National Hockey Team Ashleigh Barnard - u/14 Gillian Hermanus – u/14 Phea Gerber – u/16 and NHU u/21

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27 Hendrik Koekemoer – u/16 Kyron Sprake – u/16

SOCCER

HALF COLOURS for 4 years of committed service to

St Paul’s Hockey Kaarna Anyolo Jason Corbett Beanca Oosthuizen

Mandy Luyt Daniel Seha Rejoice Katjitae

HALF COLOURS for selection to the NSSU National Hockey Team Ernest Jacobs – u/16 Petro Stoffberg – u/21 FULL COLOURS for 5 years of committed service to

St Paul’s Hockey Naftal Akweenda

FULL COLOURS for selection to the NSSU/NHU National Hockey Team Devon Sprake - NSSU u/18 Captain/NHU u/21 NETBALL SCROLL for 2 years of committed service to St Paul’s Netball Hilya Iikuyu Marilize Lawrence Aisha-Deva Harris

Aurelia Samuyenga Maria-Noela Mahindi

HALF COLOURS for 3 years of committed service to St Paul’s Netball Jessica Bassingthwaighte Navita Nguvauva Alleyshia Timotheus Rhydene Gilbert Ndapandula Hamunime Katrine Vigne HALF COLOURS for 4 years of committed service to St Paul’s Netball Johanna Akweenda - re-award Camilla Davids - re-award Madelon Gillham - re-award Samantha Gouveia - re-award Keziah Hansen - re-award Deoné Husselmann Esther Kiangi - re-award Esmé Masuku Nsozi Mwazi

SCROLL for 3 years of committed service to St Paul’s Soccer Celine van Rooi Ngozozikwe Kaimu Joan Kaulinge Joan Schmidt Pameni Shikwambi Dave Uirab Gebhard Shipiki Faustinus Wakudumo Ndeshipanda Imbili Shetulao Andima Elly Shipena Samantha Gouveia Ashleigh Mogane

HALF COLOURS for 4 years of committed service to St

Paul’s Soccer

Logino Goraseb Unotjari Hinda Hilde Shilamba Uendjizuvira Kaumbi Silke Bierbrauer Kuzivakwashe Mapanga Naftal Akweenda Toatagos Damases Queen Elizabeth Elago Sefardin Kaumpingene Edward Shiimi Clinton Beukes Vincent Shivolo Dorian van Rooi - re-award

FULL COLOURS for 5 years of committed service to St

Paul’s Soccer

Frederick Menyah-Artivor Ndadhinitha Ndoroma Glen Mainga Johnny Sibalatani John-Paul Karuaihe

Sport Trophy Awards Basketball - Girls

Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Lizette Liswaniso

Basketball - Boys

Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Khoendib Goabab

Cricket

Remarkable Improvement (Certificates) Harry Norris Luke Symonds-Mayes Commitment and Dedication (Certificates)

Joshua Singer Pieter-Louis le Roux Resilience and Perseverance (Certificate) Calum Gunning Kimberlin Brain Junior Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Certificate) Hendrik Koekemoer Warren van Wyk Senior Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Daniel Seha

Hockey Girls Third Team

Remarkable Improvement (Certificate only) Panashe Bamhare

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28 Commitment and Dedication (Certificate only) Tzu-Yen (Ammie) Huang Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Certificate only) Julia Amadhila

Hockey Girls Second Team

Remarkable Improvement (Certificate only) Jana Labuschagne Commitment and Dedication (Certificate only) Julia Amadhila Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Certificate only) Petro Stoffberg

Hockey Girls First Team

Remarkable Improvement (Trophy) Rose Church Commitment and Dedication (Trophy) Petro Stoffberg Resilience and Perseverance (Trophy) Gillian Hermanus Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Ashleigh Barnard

Hockey Boys Second Team

Remarkable Improvement (Certificate only) Joshua Bassingthwaighte Commitment and Dedication (Certificate only) Joshua van Tonder Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Certificate only) Calum Gunning

Hockey Boys First Team

Remarkable Improvement (Trophy) James Luyt Commitment and Dedication (Trophy) Ernest Jacobs Resilience and Perseverance (Trophy) Jason Corbett Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Devon Sprake

Soccer Girls Second Team

Commitment and Dedication (Certificate only) Angelique Loxton

Soccer Girls First Team

Remarkable Improvement (Trophy) Jessica Kharuchas Commitment and Dedication (Trophy) Dorian van Rooi Resilience and Perseverance (Trophy) Queen-Elizabeth Elago Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Céline van Rooy

Soccer Boys Junior Team

Remarkable Improvement (Certificate only) Eliputse Kaholongo Commitment and Dedication (Certificate only) Logino Goraseb Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Certificate only) Bonifatius Paulino

Soccer Boys First Team

Remarkable Improvement (Trophy) Uendjizuvira Kaumbi Commitment and Dedication (Trophy) Ndadhinitha Ndoroma (Grade 12) Resilience and Perseverance (Trophy) Pameni Shikwambi Player of the year - Outstanding consistent performance (Trophy) Dave Uirab

MAKATI Sport Team of the Year U16 Cricket Team – winning B league

Remarkable Improvement (Certificate only) Maria Acebes

NATIONAL SPORT REPRESENTATION CERTIFICATES of Merit are awarded to the following NATIONAL sportsmen and women: Mountain Biking & Cycling

Tristan de Lange - Namibian National u/15

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Michelle Bierbach – International F.I.G. Competition, SA High Performance Nationals and qualified for African Championships

Swimming

Toni Roth - participation in the African Championships and Nationals

Waterski

Dieter Kebbel - participation in SA and All Africa Championships and Nationals u/14 and u/17 Kyron Sprake - participation in SA and All Africa Championships and Nationals u/17 and selection to represent Namibia u/21 at the European/African Championships

Performing Arts

Chantelle Hamman - selection to the Namibian Team 2012 to represent Namibia at the World Championships of Performing Arts in Los Angeles, USA and for being awarded a bronze medal at WCOPA

Congratulations

to all the students who achieved these excellent results!

Getting to know... your 2012 SMCs

Deane Spall

Dandago Gaoses

Headboy 2012

Headgirl 2012

Alexander Erasmus

Esperance Luvindao

Deputy Headboy 2012 Culture

Deputy Headgirl 2012 Culture

Amakhoe Goabas Academics

Andrew Kint Social

Catherine Edmunds Marketing

Clarence Mapanga Administration and Secretarial

Devon Sprake Sport

Dorian van Rooy Sport

Jason Corbett Academics

Jean RenŃ? Nshuti Marketing

Johnny Sibalatani Social

Kaarna Anyolo Administration and Secretarial

Rejoice Katjitae Culture

Sasha Tietz Sport

Silke Bierbrauer Marketing

SMC 2012/2013

Tanya BrĎ&#x2039;ckner Social

Heads: Devon Sprake and Kaarna Anyolo Admin: Ernest Jacobs, Jessica Bassingthwaite and Svenja Schumann Culture: Eulalia Joseph and Katherine Hunter Marketing: Cara Spall, Clarence Mapanga, Madelon Gillham and Tanya Bruckner Sport: Vincent Shivolo, Dorian van Rooi (Deputy), Heidi Kebbel and Rejoice Katjitae Social: Jason Corbett (Deputy), Tivon Komen, Chantelle Hamman and Clinton Beukes Treasurer: Chantelle Hamman

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SMC Planning Weekend The SMC planning weekend took place from 28 – 30 September. We went to Anib Lodge on the edge of the Kalahari for a suitably picturesque location for the weekend. The SMC members worked hard during this time, as we planned for the Valentine’s Dance, Valentine’s Day, Grade 8 orientation and other upcoming events. It was time consuming and tiring, but the SMC members made it seem less like work and infinitely more entertaining. There was time in between all this planning to enjoy ourselves and bond as a group a bit more.

We have to thank Mrs Le Roux for guiding us and for her infallible help over the weekend. It would not have been the same without her! We also have to thank Titus for driving us and for putting up with us for the entire weekend. I would also like to thank my fellow SMC members for making the weekend successful, as well as entertaining!

Jason Corbett and Tanya Brückner

We feel we definitely became closer as a group spending time together over the weekend. This bonding time included swimming at the lodge pool, playing football, collapsing tents on each other, as well as some more constructive activities. We have to thank Mr Le Roux, who accompanied us on the trip for putting up with us and certain people, singing in the shower every morning at the crack of dawn and who, most importantly, did all the cooking for us. I am sure that all the SMC members greatly appreciated this! At the end of the weekend, we achieved what we had set out to do – getting ahead with the planning of our upcoming events. The fact that we got to know each other will undoubtedly help up work better so, overall, the weekend was a success!

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SMC Deputies To be in any leadership position can be challenging. However, with the aid of exceptional colleagues, the task of leading by example with passion and vision is greatly eased. To have worked alongside Dandago, Dean and the rest of the SMC body was an amazing experience. As we already felt immensely blessed to be a part of the Student Management Council; then to be voted as the ViceChairs was utterly surreal. The task of having to help lead a community of bright and unique students has taught us nothing but humility, especially having had such an incredible group of people working with us, who, no matter how different our views or opinions may have been, were always able to work together and produce excellent results. One such result was the initiation programme that, for years has been associated with pain and embarrassment; now, revitalised, provides a special welcome to our great school. Perhaps the most frequently occurring event on the SMC agenda this year was the Valentine’s Dance. Although expectations were really high this time around and time proved to be a limiting factor, the SMC did not fail to deliver as promised. This year, the list of entertainment ranged from local performances to fire breathers and so this element of diversity ensured that most of the St Paul’s community was catered for. Furthermore, a platform was created on Valentine’s Day by the SMC Body to enable students to showcase their unique and exquisite talents at St Paul’s very own Talent Show.

Once again local performers delivered memorable performances and, at the end of this joyful show, one could conclude that the talent in Africa could one day surpass international talent. Judging from the positive feedback we received from the higher powers and student body itself, these events were an even bigger success than originally anticipated. This year, we were privilege to be a part of the 50th Anniversary of St Paul’s College. The SMC Body was victorious at the Go-Kart charity event after managing to defeat the highly competent staff members. This was mainly achieved through team work, resilient endeavor and perseverance. As a token of love and care for the less privileged, the SMC Body freely donated its well deserving prize to charity. We have received ubiquitous support from pupils and peers, who were (mostly) willing to ameliorate their adherence to rules when approached and, regardless of slight hiccups at times, were an integral part of our journey this year. We are eternally grateful for all the support we received from the St Paul’s community, which definitely brightened this year. However, the true highlight of the year was to have Grade Eight pupils walk up to you and tell you that they look up to you - it simply leaves you speechless.

Esperance Luvindao and Alexander Erasmus

SMC Voting

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Teaching and Administrative Staff

Back Row: Ms Maggie Wakolele, Mrs Su Naude, Mrs Celia Mendelsohn, Mr Emanuel Sihlahla, Ms Christine Meinecke-Mareka, Mrs Fungi Chani, Mr Addmore Nyandoro, Mrs Yolanda Beukes, Ms Dorin Schuler, Mr Andre Benjamin, Mr Makhosi Sibanda, Mr Christopher Olivier, Ms Claudia Schmidt Middle Row: Ms Alison Gardiner, Ms Ethel Dealie, Mrs Wilma Cloete, Ms Anna Maria Rencs, Ms Andrea Kuppel, Mrs Karen Le Roux, Ms Ustine Louw, Ms Clementine Ruel, Ms Lida Fielding, Mrs Shelley Wicks, Mrs Merryl Butcher, Ms Edna McDuling, Mrs Yolanda Philander, Mrs Erica Pretorius, Mrs Leonie Visser Front Row: Mrs Anthea Daniels, Mrs Zenobia Adonis, Ms Linda Castaldo, Ms Bridget Jenkins, Mr Rob Church (Principal), Mrs Ellen Gudde, Mrs Linnea Quinn, Mrs Marianne Pretorius, Fr Davis Vadakkumpadan Absent: Mrs Jossie Koekemoer

Support Staff Back Row: Freddie Shavuka, Festus Hangula, Romondo Jordani, Simon Nambungu, Erastus Muhoko Middle Row: Titus Tobias, Manfred Fliede, Simon Shikongo, Samuel Waendama, Ephraim Shaanika Front Row: Victor Shanyengange, Taddeus Iipinge, Sakeus Kapula, Jonas Shaanika, Lautha Luiperth

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Grade 8 Grade 8 A Back Row: Annika Kirchner, Aimee Philander, Nils Schuler, Joshua Singer, Joseph Lichtman Middle Row: Eliputse Kaholongo, Luke Brinkman, Calum Gunning, Kudzai Toto, Robyn Schwartz, Harry Norris, Charne Mensah, Angelique Bock, Jonathan West, Carl-Hein Visser, Galileo Njembo Front Row: Carynn Archer, Elton Shipena, Anne-Sophie Evrard, Mrs A Gardiner, Justine Shikomba, Diana-Lee Samaria, Nicole Olivier

Grade 8 P Back Row: Hafeni Amuenje, Hee-Dee Walenga, Peter Cunningham, Ndifekelwa Shipo, Nombumbi Mberirua, Chrizandre Schoonbee Middle Row: Vanessa Mwazi, Michael JasiKanyemba, Makanza Thabani, Josua van Tonder, Tadiwanashe Namate, Frieda Johannes, Kimberlin Brain, Veja Hinda, Luke SymondsMayes, Grace Haihambo, Niel Swanepoel Front Row: Ngumeritiza Ndjavera, Ripuree Veii, Prosper Chimwamurobe, Mrs E Pretorius, Juliana Naude, Rose Church, Elaine Konjore

Grade 8 R Back Row: Pieter le Roux, Mbinaye Kaura, Naemi Nkole, Mukendi Mbayi Middle Row: Rugaya Erasmus, Angelique Loxton, Lucas Wackerle-Garcia, Zoa Wustrow, Malcolm da Grass, Samira Alex, Patrick Tietz, Wakunyambo Simenda, Marco Herunga, Jana Labuschagne, Warren van Wyk Front Row: Gerson Shipuata, Dieter Kebbel, Phea Gerber, Ms A Rencs, Lucas Martin, Tanyaradzwa Kapenzi, Darmell Samaria

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Grade 9 Grade 9 C Back Row: Duncan Jacobs, Aurelia Samuyenga, Isaack Kaulinge, Bradley Tjongarero, Michal Jagiello, Mynhardt Beukes, David Edmunds, Antonia Roth, Noah Gillham Middle Row: Miles Bosman, Francua De Barros, Jessica Hancox, Chanaire Mackrill, Patricia Pretorius, Rautia Abner, Caitlin Calitz, Christiaan Schutte, Khoendib Goabab Front Row: Lucy Norris, Tuhafeni Namoloh, Jessica Kharuchas, Mrs W Cloete, Samantha Zezai, Elizabeth Smith, Hendrik Koekemoer

Grade 9 D Back Row: Mbatata Uremena, Fritz Jacobs, Joshua Bassingthwaighte, James Luyt, Lars Schuler, Liam Cloete, Kyron Sprake, Komombumbi Mberirua Middle Row: Tristan De Lange, Ines WackerleGarcia, Bonifatius Paulino, Gloria Naukalemo, Jennifer Hailulu, Paula Bosman, Afiah Gowases, Johannes Le Roux, Renier Visser Front Row: Careline Gontes, Miranda Christian, Wilhelmina Kandongo, Ms E Dealie, Peninna Shaningwa, Geneva Brown Absent: David Makanza and Giovanni Muuondjo

Grade 9 S Back Row: Vinomuini Tjombonde, David Imbili, Johannes Bezuidenhout, Tendaiishe Shoniwa, Cobus du Toit, Felicia Mwenyo, Louise Fouche, Christoph KrÓ§nke, Luca Fink Middle Row: Amy Verrmooten, Jones Shimaneni, Jacquues Lorenzen, Erika Abrahams, Michelle Bierbach, Mrs M Butcher, Hilya Iikuyu, Vera RÓ§der, Zenlia Philander, Mpho Slinger, Tjijandjeua Ngatjizeko Front Row: Maria Acebes, Hafeni Namoloh, Tzu-Yen Huang, Mr M Sibanda, Lewis Komu, Ndapewa Kaholongo, Ndeshi Kali

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Grade 10 Grade 10 B Back Row: Nicholas-John Jansen, Pameni Shikwambi, Ayden Zealand, Svenja Schumann, Livia Schneider Middle Row: Wanjiru Mwangi, Celine Van Rooy, Ashleigh Mogane, Blanche Neige Moongo, Geghard Shipiki, Navita Nguvauva, Annerita Maritz, Hikutangevi Kasuto, Julia Amadhila Front Row: Courtney Geyser, Tutala Modestus, Ropafadzai Mukamba, Ms M Wakolele, Maximina Namene, Elly Shipena, Margaret Mulife

Grade 10 C Back Row: Byron Chikwanda, Faustinus Wakudumo, Jesslyn Bosau, Kumbee Tjirimuje, Petro Stoffberg, Sven Hallberg, Tanya Brown, Tiantao Huang, Lizette Liswaniso Middle Row: Hans Lingenfelder, Tegeni Pea, Ester Amakwaya, Catharina Le Roux, MariaNoela Mahindi, Joan Kaulinge, Panashe Bamhare, Ngazozikwe Kaimu, Tarisayi Chirawu, Enya Munting, Soren Jensen Front Row: Lemma Hawi, Schmidt Nicole, Alina Shipuata, Mrs F Chani, Heidi Kebbel, Cara Spall, Alleshyia Timotheus

Grade 10 M Back Row: Bica Martin, Ernest Jacobs, Challenge John Keendjele, Alex Hawala, El Kei-Kei Bolo, Pasquale Peters, Dave Uirab Middle Row: Chantelle Hamman, Jessica Bassingthwaighte, Kaylene Brown, Nangula Ndadi, Diana Machado, Mandisa van Wyk, Raynick Ruiters, Mara Kuhne, Erik Imbuzeiro Front Row: Joan Schmidt, Ravi van de Port, Cassandra Blockstein, Mrs C Meinecke-Mareka, Enos Petrus, Manga Libuku, Amanda Namises

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Grade 11 Grade 11 N Back Row: Unotjari Hinda, Tivon Komet, Nsozi Mwazi, Prudence Haihambo, Luke Schroder Middle Row: Emmanuel Siyambango, Ester Kiangi, Katrine Vigne, Deone Husselmann, Windzor Husselmann, Logino Goraseb, Clinton Beukes, Tatiana Malewski, Uendjizuvira Kaumbi. Front Row: Marilize Lawrence, Queen-Elizabeth Elago, Mailabel Caparros, Mr A Nyandoro, Ester Elago, Ndapandula Hamunime, Ndinelago Angula

Grade 11 P Back Row: Tanya Bruckner, Keith Singoro, Nangolo Mthoko, Philip Ellis, Solomon Kint, Roberto Gomes, Sefardin Kamupingene Middle Row: Andries Bornman, Daniel Seha, Ivana Lazarevic (German exchange student), Sean Lukas, Lindiwe Gei-khobes, Samantha Gouveia, Totaogos Damases, Kaarna Anyolo, Deonetto Dirkse, Aisha-Deva Harris, Nehale Kanyama Front Row: Tatenda Toto, Eulalia Joseph, Ndatega Akweenda, Mrs Y Philander, Keziah Hansen, Jandre Nitschke, Anienke Buys Absent: Vincent Shivolo

Grade 11 R Back Row: Nikita Moisheev, Jason Corbett, Edward Shiimi, Louis Du Toit Middle Row: Matthew Howard, Pena Usiku, Camilla Davids, Namakau Masuku, Hilde Shilamba, Willi-Tomas Schmidt, Madelon Gillham, Rejoice Katjitae Front Row: Katherine Hunter, Paendavi Murorua, Sarah-Leigh Nel, Ms C Ruel, Cornelia Cunningham, Kara Cloete, Rhydene Gilbert

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Grade 12 Grade 12 L Back Row: Dawid Coleman, Dalton Coetzee, Shetuelao Andima, Dangos Geingos, Dimitrie Basson, Stephan Fourie Middle Row: Vanessa Black, Kenneth Abrahams, Justin Diaz, Catherine Edmunds, Naftal Akweenda, Dandago Gaoses, Aziz Gertze, Claire Barry, Alexander Erasmus, Resè Boshoff, Uendjiundja Black Front Row: Xenja Brown, Silke Bierbrauer, Winta Berhe, Ms K Le Roux, Luchè Feris, Angela de Villiers, Antoinè Agenbach

Grade 12 M Back Row: Dozzé Kapwanga, Frederick MenyahArtivor, John Langford, John-Paul Karuaihe, Timothy Kinahan, Anna Müller, Peter Gunning, Ndadhinitha Ndoroma Middle Row: Andrew Kint, John Hunter, Latoya Mwoombola, Amakhoe Goabas, Caitlin Gunning, Lené le Roux, Tuma Hiveluah, Esperance Luvindao, Kerikora Kavari-Murangi Front Row: Else Hiskia, Lydia Nahole, Penina Nahole, Mrs C Mendelsohn, Whitney Goncalves, Linekeela Hamutumwa, Carmen Marais Absent: Glen Mainga

Grade 12 N Back Row: Gido Olles, Nyashadzashe Nyandoro, Stefanus van Zijl, Jessica Saunders, Michelle Penderis, Ethan Pretorius, Jean-René Nshuti, Christof van Zijl Middle Row: Teresa Ogbokor, Sally Salionga, Beanca Oosthuizen, Edith Nghitukwa, Chantelle Neves, Andrea Watermeyer, Kelao Uiras, Ella Shipena, Hiskia Petrus, Deane Spall, Davidson Tembo Front Row: Juliana Persaud, Feiyo-Peik Nghidinwa, Johnny Sibalatani, Mrs S Naude, Sasha Tietz, Jessica Roberts, Nozizwe Nyoni

‘We are all meant to shine, as children do… And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.’ Nelson Mandela Spall Family

International Youth Award IYA Old Gold Back Row: Tivon Komen, Rejoice Katjitae, Katrine Vigne, Esperance Luvindao Middle Row: Tanya Bruckner, Madelon Gillham, Kara Cloete, Sarah-Leigh Nel, Rhydene Gilbert, Kaarna Anyolo, Deone Husselmann, Kuziwakwashe Mapanga, Clinton Beukes, Jason Corbett Front Row: Nelia Cunningham, Ms U Louw, Johanna Akweenda, Ms E Gudde, Catherine Hunter, Ms A Kuppel, Tatjana Malewski Absent: Camilla Davids

IYA Young Gold Back Row: Ernest Jacobs, Herman Hallberg, Svenja Schumann, Céline van Rooy, Chantelle Hamman, Jesslyn Bossau, Livia Schneider Middle Row: Hans Lingenfelder, Lizette Liswaniso, Enya Munting, Panashe Bamhare, Maria-Noela Mahindi, Ravi van de Port, Kaylene Brown, Annerita Maritz, Tarisayi Chirawu, Soren Jensen Front Row: Cassandra Blockstein, Alleshyia Timotheus, Mrs S Naude, Tutala Modestus, Mrs M Butcher, Julia Amadhila, Cara Spall

IYA Silver Back Row: Antonia Roth, Johannes le Roux, Michal Jagiello, Adriaan Visser, Lars Schuler, Aurelia Samuyenga, Noah Gillham Middle Row: Miles Bosman, Jorin Bezuidenhout, Louise Fouché, Delarey du Toit, Hilya Iikuyu, Paula Bosman, Michelle Bierbach, Naukalemo Ndilua, Ines Wackerle-Gracia, Tristan de Lange, Christiaan Schutte, Kumbee Tjirimuje, Khoendib Goabab Front Row: Ndapewa Kaholongo, Ms C Ruel, Tzu-Yen Huang, Ms C Meinecke-Mareka, Samantha Zezai, Mrs S Naude, Hendrik Koekemoer, Ms D Schuler, Jatompa Kapenda

Obstacles are what you’ll see, if you take your eyes off the goal. Mensah Family

IYA Bronze Back Row: Peter Cunningham, Nils Schuler, Luke Brinkmann, Michael Jasi-Lanyemba, Ndeshi Kali, Angelique Loxton, Lucas Wackerle-Garcia, Charne Mensah, Elizabeth Smith, Chanaire MacKrill, Vera Röder, Carl-Hein Visser, Pieter Louis le Roux, Joseph Lichtman Middle Row: Galileo Njembo, Afiah Gowases, Erica Abrahams, Jana Labuschagne, Rose Church, Kudzai Toto, Joshua van Tonder, Patrick Tietz, Calum Gunning, Luke Symonds Mayes, Angelique Bock, Aimee Philander, Patricia Pretorius, Geneva Brown, KK Mberirua, Warren van Wyk Front Row: Niel Swanepoel, Harry Norris, Nicole Olivier, Mrs M Pretorius, Phea Gerber, Mrs H Gouws, Robyn Schwartz, Zoa Wustrow, Bradely Tjongarero

Service to the School SMC Back Row: Sasha Tietz, Amakhoe Goabas, Silke Bierbrauer, Johnny Sibalatani, Catherine Edmunds, Jean-Renè Nshuti Middle Row: Jason Corbett, Tanya Bruckner, Dorian van Rooi, Rejoice Katjitae, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga, Kaarna Anyolo, Devon Sprake Front Row: Alexander Erasmus, Dandago Gaoses, Ms K Le Roux, Deane Spall, Mr R Church, Esperance Luvindao, Andrew Kint

Media Prefects Back Row: Bradley Tjongarero, Hendrik Koekemoer, Nils Schuler, Carl-Hein Visser, Michal Jasi-Kanyemba, Jorin Bezuidenhout, Christiaan Schutte, Wanjiru Mwangi, Prudence Haihambo Front Row: Elton Shipena, Lucas Martin, Justine Shikomba, Ms J Koekemoer, Tengeni Pea, Miranda Christian, Ester Elago

Success requires hard work. Hinda Family

Outreach ActivitiesMatric Farewell Committee Back Row: Silke Bierbrauer, Andrea Watermeyer, Caitlin Gunning, Carmen Marais, Sally Salionga, Vanessa Black, Esperance Luvindao, Uendjiunda Black, Whitney Goncalves, Edith Nghitukwa Middle Row: Beanca Oosthuizen, Xenya Brown, Claire Barry, Angela de Villiers, Alexander Erasmus, Chantelle Neves, Juliana Persaud, Catherine Edmunds, Lydia Nahole, Winta Berhe Front Row: Resé Boshoff, Michelle Penderis, Ms B Jenkins, Antoine Agenbach, Mrs S Naude, Jessica Saunders, Anna Műller

Outreach Activities Girl-Child Club Back Row: Aurelia Samuyenga, Dorian Van Rooi, Julia Amadhila, Ines Wackerle Garcia, Afiah Gowases, Geneva Brown, Aisha-Deva Harris, Deone Husselman, Céline Van Rooy, Grace Haihambo, Patricia Pretorius Middle Row: Prudence Haihambo, Samantha Gouveia, Paendavi Murorua, Hilya Iikuya, Manga Libuku, Keziah Hansen, Maria Acebes, Joan Kaulinge, Joan Schmidt, Amanda Namises, Rhydene Gilbert, Chanaire Mackrill, Nsozi Mwasi Front Row: Samantha Zesai, Careline Gontes, Ms E Dealie, Jessica Kharuchas, Ms Y Philander, Tutala Modestus, Ndapew Kaholongo

Outreach Committee Back Row: Svenja Schuman, Deone Husselman, Kara Cloete, Daniel Seha Front Row: Rydene Gilbert, Sarah-Leigh Nel, Mrs Z Adonis, Diana Machado, Hikutangevi Kasuto

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Junior City Council Back Row: Mrs Z Adonis Front Row: Cara Spall, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga

Bernard Nordkamp Centre Back Row: Clinton Beukes, Kara Cloete, Tegeni Pea, Shiro Mvangi, Navita Nguvauva, SarajLeigh Nel, Lizette Lewaniso, Jesslyn Bassau, Niel Swanepoel Front Row: Johanna Akweenda, Alleyshoa Timotheus, Howi Lemma, Ms A Rencs, Cassandra Blockstein, Maria Mahindi, Panashe Bamhare

Hearing Impaired Back Row: Tanya Bruckner, Pieter-Louis le Roux, Michal Jagiello, Khoendib Goabab, Jacques Lorenzen Middle Row: Alina Shipuata, Diana Machado, Aimee Philander, Rose Church, Patrick Tietz, Hiku Kasuto, Navita Ngapurue, Kaylene Brown, Hilya Iikuyu, Tari Chiraqu, Warren van Wyk Front Row: Ammie Huang, Tanya Kapenza, Mrs A Gardiner, Elton Shipena, Mrs E Pretorius, Zoa Wustrow, Miles Bosman

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Shoebox Project Back Row: Svenja Schumann, Gloria Ndilula, Nicholas-John Jansen, Zenlia Philander, Kumbee Tjirimuje, Patricia Pretorius Front Row: Alexander Erasmus, Mrs W Cloete

Recycling Back Row: Martin BicĂ¤, Daniel Seha, Nicole Schmidt, Claire Barry, Ndinelago Angula, Anienke Buys, Maximina Namene Front Row: Queen Elizabeth Elago, Peter Cunnigham, Zan le Rouw, Njembo Galileo, Jonathan West, Cornelia Cunnigham, Tatiana Malewski Absent: Mrs U Salvoldi

Cultural Activities Prayer Group Back Row: Madelon Gillham, Jacques Larenzen, Gido Olles Middle Row: Noah Gillham, Katherine Hunter, Calum Gunning, Cara Spall, Petro Stoffberg, Esme Masuku, Kumbee Tjirimuje, Wanjiru Mwangi Front Row: Tarisayi Chirawu, Courtney Geyser, Father D Vadakkumpadan, Heidi Kebbel, Mailabel Caparros

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Choir Back Row: Ndinelago Angula, Whitney Goncalves, Maximina Namene, Hilde Shilamba, Tutala Modestus, Ashleigh Mogane, Lizette Liswaniso Front Row: Justine Shikomba, Queen Elago, Feiyo-Peik Nghidinwa, Mr S Mareka, Dantago !Gaoses, Mailabel Caparros, Navita Nguvauva

Chapel Band Back Row: Jessica Hancox, Miina Kandongo, Queen Elago, Jatompa Kapenda Middle Row: Herman Hallberg, Chriz Schoonbee, Ndinelago Angula, Jonathan West, Carl-Hein Visser, Hilde Shilamba, Tageni Pea, Khoendib Goabab Front Row: Noah Gillham, Mr M Sibanda, Mailabel Caparros, Mrs A Gardiner, Lars Schuller Floor: Gustav Gouws

Drumline Back Row: Hein Lingenfelder, Andre Bornman, Sefardin Kamupingene, Gustav Gouws, NicholasJohn Jansen, Edward Shiimi Front Row: Jonathan West, Phea Gerber, Dawid Coleman, Eulalia Joseph, Elly Shipena

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History Club Back Row: Patricia Pretorius, Wilhelmina Kandongo, Svenja Schumann, Mrs E Pretorius, Courtney Geyser, Jatompa Kapenda Front Row: Nils Schuler, Lars Schuler

Model UN Back Row: Lars Schuler, Eliphutse Kaholongo, Lucas Martin, Ndandula Hamunime, Gerson Shipuata, Nils Schuler, Noah Gilham Front Row: Esther Kiangi, Penina Nahole, Ms B Jenkins, Edith Nghitukwa, Eulalia Joseph

GYLC Back Row: Jason Corbett, Clarence Mapanga Front Row: Rejoice Katjitae, Mrs S Naude (Coordinator)

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Avred Fuchs Back Row: Ms U Louw, Ms E Gudde Front Row: Tivon Komen

Debating Junior Back Row: Noah Gillham, Galileo Njembo, Kimberlain Brain, Luke Brinkmann, Bradley Tjongarero, Niel Swanepoel Front Row: Ndapewa Kaholongo, Miranda Christian, Ms M Wakolele, Lukas WackerleGarcia, Gina Simenda

Debating Senior Back Row: Alex Hawala, Madelon Gillham, Julia Amadhila, Lizette Liswaniso, Cassandra Blockstein, Kara Cloete, Kumbee Tjirimunje, Kaarna Anyolo Front Row: Panashe Bamhare, Sarah-Leigh Nel, Ms M Wakolele, Eulalia Joseph, Alleshyia Timotheus

Chess Club Back Row: Le Roux Pieter, Nils Schuler, Galileo Njembo, Ndapewa Kaholongo, Hilya Iikuyu, Lewis Komu, Lorenzen Jacques, Samuyenga Aurelia Front Row: Lars Schuler, Joshua Cloete, Mrs F Chani, Noah Gillham, Warren Van Wyk

Sovereign trust â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Noli Judicare

Toastmasters Back Row: Hein Lingenfelder, Challenge Keendjele, Julia Amadhila, Annerita Maritz, Svenja Schumann, Katrine Vigne Middle Row: Tanya Brückner, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga, Samantha Gouveia, Elly Shipena, Esther Kiangi, Navita Nguvauva, Ndapandula Hamunime, Courtney Geyser, Cara Spall, Heidi Kebbel, Aisha-Deva Harris, Rejoice Katjitae, Nsozi Mwazi Front Row: Dawid Coleman, Michelle Penderis, Alexander Erasmus, Eulalia Joseph, Miss L Castaldo, Antioné Agenbach, Catherine Edmunds, Winta Berhe, Juliana Persaud

Maths Olympiad Junior Back Row: Joshua Bassingthwaighte, Michal Jagiello, Nils Schuler, Peter Cunningham, Lars Schuler, Liam Cloete, Noah Gillham Middle Row: Galileo Njembo, Jacques Lorenzen, Carl-Hein Visser, Kimberlin Brain, Tadiwanashe Namate, Hilya Iikuyu, Ndifekelwa Shipo Front Row: Rose Church, Ammie Huang, Phea Gerber, Mrs M Butcher, Justine Shikomba, Lucas Wackerle-Garcia, Luke Brinkman

Maths Olympiad Senior Back Row: Jason Corbett, Tiantao Huang, Byron Chikwanda Front Row: Alex Hawala, Diana Machado, Courtney Geyser, Heidi Kebbel, Erik Imbuzeiro

‘‘Toy boat,’’ say that, fast many times. ‘‘Red lorry, Yellow lorry’’ say that fast too. Makanza Family

English Olympiad Back Row: Andrew Kint, John Paul Karuaihe, Katrine Vigne, Panashe Bamhare, Annerita Maritz, Cara Spall, Ravi van de Port, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga, Jesslyn Bossau, Timothy Kinahan Middle Row: Diana Machado, Chantelle Hamman, Claire Barry, Katherine Hunter, Eulalia Joseph, Keziah Hansen, Deane Spall, Tanya Brückner, Catherine Edmunds, Kaarna Anyolo, Svenja Schumann, Christof van Zijl Front Row: Rése Boshoff, Alexander Erasmus, Jason Corbett, Miss L Castaldo, Amakhoe Goabas, Winta Berhe, Esperance Luvindao Absent: Lauren Stuart-Hill, Dandago !Gaoses, Silke Bierbrauer

English Olympiad Top 50 Back Row: Miss L Castaldo Front Row: Jason Corbett, Amakhoe Goabas Absent: Ravi van de Port

Afrikaans Olympiad Back Row: Lené le Roux, Deanee Spall, Antoiné Agenbach, Kara Cloete, Anienke Buys, John Hunter, Andries Bornman, Stephan Fourie Front Row: Katherine Hunter, Marilize Lawrence, Keziah Hunter, Ms A Rencs, Eulalia Joseph, Catharina le Roux, Jessica Bassingthwaighte

‘‘It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, which matters, but the size of the fight in the dog.’’ Mark Twain Kinahan Family

German Exchange Back Row: Hikutangevi Kasuto, Joan Schmidt, Nelia Cunningham, Maximina Namene, Manga Lubuku Front Row: Jesslyn Bossau, Heidi Kebbel

French Exchange Back Row: Uendjizuvira Kaumbi, Emmanuel Siyambango Middle Row: Tarisayi Chirawu, Maria-Noella Mahindi, Ms C Ruel, Cara Spall Front Row: Alexander Erasmus, Tivon Komen

French Club Back Row: Noah Gillham, Luca Fink, Tegeni Pea, Tarisayi Chirawu, Wanjiru Mwangi, Namakau Masuku, Madelon Gillham, Uendjizuvira Kaumbi Front Row: Cara Spall, Hawi Lemma, Ms C Ruel, Ravi Van De Port, Maria-Noela Mahindi

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Sport Regional Representatives Athletics Back Row: Rejoice Katjitae, Prudence Haihambo, Grace Haihambo Front Row: Isaack Kaulinge, Bradley Tjongarero, John Langford, Mr A Benjamin (Coach), Sefardin Kamupingene, Frederick Menyah-Artivor, Zenlia Philander

National Representatives Athletics Back Row: Jessica Bassingthwaighte, Isaack Kaulinge, Bradley Tjongarero, Rejoice Katjitae Front Row: Frederick Menyah-Artivor, Sefardin Kamupingene

National Representatives Cricket Back Row: Philip Ellis, Daniel Seha, Kimberlain Brain Front Row: Warren van Wyk

To be the best youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to have character. Thank you for 50 years of excellence. Gowaseb Family

National Representatives Hockey Back Row: Hendrik Koekemoer, Daniel Seha, Ernest Jacobs, Kyron Sprake Front Row: Devon Sprake, Phea Gerber Absent: Gillian Hermanus, Ashleigh Barnard, Petro Stoffberg

Aerobics Back Row: Rautia Abner, Hilya Iikuyu, Careline Gontes, Ndapewa Kahlongo, Ester Elago, Ndapona Namoloh, Thadi Namate, Jatompa Kapenda, Samantha Zezai, Annika Kirchner Front Row: Eulalia Joseph, Pennina Shaningwa, Mailable Caparros, Mrs C Meinecke-Mareka, Carynn Archer, Miranda Christian, Wilhelmina Kandongo

Basketball Back Row: Khoendib Goabab, Lewis Komu, Ndapewa Kaholongo Front Row: Mailabel Caparros, Noah Gillham, Tiantao Huang

Chan ann leis Á chiad bhuille thuiteas a’chraobh – It is not with the first stroke that the tree falls - practice makes perfect. Norris Family

Drum Majorettes Back Row: Tengeni Pea, Lizette Liswaniso, Panashe Bamhare, Rhydene Gilbert, Esme Masuku, Jessica Bassingthwaighte, Julia Amadhila Middle Row: Svenja Schumann, Katherine Hunter, Johanna Akweenda, Cassandra Blockstein, Queen Elago, Courtney Geyser, Carla Oliver, Anienke Buys, Chantelle Hamman Front Row: Mara KĹąhne, Joan Schmidt, Mailabel Caparros, Ms U Louw, Nicole Schmidt, Tanja Brown Absent: Ms J Koekemoer, Lauren Stuart-Hill, Camilla Davids

Hockey Girls 3rd Team Back Row: Enya Munting, Kaarna Anyolo, Lizette Liswaniso, Hiku Kasutu, Annerita Maritz, Rugaya Erasmus Front Row: Jessica Hancox, Alex Samira, Cassandra Blockstein, Rauiri Hammond, Ropafadzai Mukamba, Manga Libuku, Panashe Bamhare.

Hockey Girls 2nd Team Back Row: Tutala Modestus, Petro Stoffberg, Gloria Ndilula, Aimee Philander, Ammie Huang, Julia Amadhila Front Row: Jessica Hancox, Tanya Bruckner, Silke Bierbrauer, Rauiri Hammond, Kaarna Anyolo, Jana Labuschagne, Carina Le Roux

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Hockey Girls 1st Team Back Row: Rejoice Katjitae, Lucy Norris, Diana Machado, Phea Gerber, Rosie Church, Petro Stoffberg Front Row: Michelle Penderis, Rese Boshoff, Rauiri Hammond, Antoine Agenbach, Mr R Church, Carmen Marais, Beanca Oosthuizen

Hockey Boys 2nd Team Back Row: Leandro Vieira, Chrizandre Schoonbee, Christiaan Schutte, Miles Bosman, Joshua Singer, Mynhardt Beukes, Joshua Bassingthwaighte, Bica Martin Front Row: Patrick Tietz, Callum Gunning, Ndeshi Kali, Rauiri Hammond, Luke Brinkmann, Jacques Lorenzen, Joshua Van Tonder

Hockey Boys 1st Team Back Row: Kyron Sprake, Ernest Jacobs, James Luyt, Pasquale Peters, Jason Corbett, Mbatata Urumena Front Row: Windsor Husselmann, Hendrik Koekemoer, Devon Sprake, Rauiri Hammond, Naftal Akweenda, Daniel Seha, Pieter-Louis Le Roux

More important than talent, strength or knowledge is the ability to laugh at yourself and enjoy the pursuit of your dreams. Amy Grant Makanza Family

Soccer Girls 2nd Team Back Row: Vanessa Mwazi, Naemi Nkole, Angelique Loxton, Darmell Samaria, Tatenda Toto, Samantha Gouveia, Justine Shikomba, Ngumeritiza Ndjavera, Tjijandjeua Ngatjizeko, Ndifikelwa Shipo Front Row: Diana-Lee Samaria, Ripuree Veii, Robyn Schwartz, Mr S Mareka (Coach), Hilde Shilamba (Captain), Maria Acebes, Felicia Mwenyo

Soccer Girls 1st Team Back Row: Mara Kuhne, Ngazozikwe Kaimu, Dorian Van Rooi (Captain), Joan Kaulinge, Joan Schmidt, Ashleigh Mogane, Louise Fouche, Celine Van Rooy, Toatagos Damases Front Row: Elizabeth Smith, Queen-Elizabeth Elago, Jessica Kharuchas, Mr A Benjamin (Coach), Angelique Bock, Silke Bierbrauer, Mpho Slinger

Soccer U15 Back Row: Mbatata Uremena, Jones Shimaneni, Bonifatius Paulino (Captain), Hee-Dee Walenga, Komombumbi Mberirua, Christoph Kronke, David Edmunds, Nombumbi Mberirua, Liam Cloete Middle Row: Veja Hinda, Eliputse Kaholongo, Mbingena Kaura, Mukendi Mbyai, Thabani Makanza, Michael Jasi-Kanyemba, Malcolm Da Grass, Marco Herunga, Hafeni Amuenje, Galileo Njembo, Peter Cunningham Front Row: Elly Shipena, Kimberlain Brain, Harry Norris, Mr S Sibanda (Coach), Prosper Chimwamurombe, Mr A Nyandoro (Coach), Kudzai Toto, Gerson Shipuata, Joshua Singer

Capture every moment, as you never know when it will be your last. Ashleigh B

Soccer U17 Back Row: Ndeshipanda Imbili, John-Challenge Keendjele, Nicholas-John Jansen Middle Row: Nehale Kanyama, Enos Petrus, Aydan Zealand, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga, Dave Uirab, Logino Goraseb, Vincent Shivolo, Pameni Shikwambi, Faustinus Wakudumo, Gebhard Shipiki, Hein Lingenfelder Front Row: Keith Singoro, Anthony Kint, Uendjizuvira Kaumbi (Captain), Mr J Guiseb (Coach), Clinton Beukes, Sefardin Kamupingene, Edward Shiimi

Soccer Boys U19 Back Row: Timothy Kinahan, Shetulao Andima, Frederick Menyah-Artivor, Dave Uirab, JohnPaul Karuaihe, Logino Goraseb, Edward Shiimi, Kuzivakwashe Mapanga, Clinton Beukes, Uendjizuvira Kaumbi Front Row: Lyoopala Mthoko, Anthony Kint, Pameni Shikwambi, Mr A Benjamin (Coach), Ndadhinitha Ndoroma (Captain), Johnny Sibalatani, Vincent Shivolo

Netball Junior Back Row: Aurelia Samuyenga, Aimee Philander, Tadiwa Namate, Freida Johannes, Hilya Illyia, Grace Haihambo Front Row: Justine Shikomba, Anne-Sophie Evrard, Diana-Lee Samaria, Mrs M Pretorius, Nicole Olivier, Zoa Wustrow, Elaine Konjore

Make the most of every opportunity. Jodie B

Netball Senior Back Row: Aurelia Samuyenga, Madelon Gillham, Nsozi Mwazi Middle Row: Aisha Harris, Esme Masuku, Esther Kiangi, Samantha Gouveia, Rhydene Gilbert, Hilya Iikuyu, Jessica Bassingthwaighte, Katrine Vigne, Deone Husselmann Front Row: Ndapandula Hamunime, Johanna Akweenda, Mrs M Pretorius, Keziah Hansen, Mrs H Gouws, Marilize Lawrence, Navita Nguvauva

Volley Ball Girls Back Row: Kaylene Brown, Tarisayi Chirawu, Caitlin Gunning, Charne Mensah, Ms C Ruel, Xenja Brown, Julia Amadhila, LenĂŠ Le Roux Front Row: Anna Muller, Cara Spall, Courtney Geyser, Mrs Brinkmann, Heidi Kebbel, Enya Munting, Jesslyn Bossau

Volley Ball Boys Back Row: Ms C Ruel, Renier Visser, Luke Brinkmann, Carl-Hein Visser, Nicholas-John Jansen Front Row: Shetuelao Andima, John Langford, Deane Spall, Mrs Brinkmann, Johnny Sibalatani, Sasha Tietz, Emmanuel Siyambango

IYA Bronze The Bronze Programme of the IYA started this year with 39 students and three instructors. Individually, they were responsible to do six months of Community Service and Skill and three months of Sport.

In September, the group went to the coast to do their expedition. They camped at Long Beach and hiked from Long Beach to Swakopmund and back, all along the beach. This covered approximately 27 kilometres.

As a group, they did a preparatory hike at Waldorf and the Avis dam and the morning ended with some go-karting and a light lunch.

The three instructors, Mrs Pretorius, Mrs Gouws and Mrs Austin are looking forward to taking this very able and wellmannered group through to Silver in 2013.

IYA Bronze Hike

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IYA Silver This year in IYA has been successful, with the countless cake sales to raise money for the coming years in IYA Gold and the highlight of the year, the Orange River. The majority of our students will complete the programme by the end of February 2013. Therefore, they will receive their awards at the ceremony in February. The Preparation Canoeing and the Orange River trip were great successes. As usual, the river provided its amount of fear, fun and memories.

I would like to thank the best canoe partner, Christin Meinecke, who sang with me on the river, Merryl Butcher who kindly jumped not only into the water but into the whole programme to help us, Christian… who was a big help on the river and the excellent Dorin Schuler for her sense of humour and the incredible administrative work she did for the group behind the scenes.

Clémentine Ruel

Our IYA Silver Year This year in IYA has really proven to be a challenge for many of us. This is shown by the countless students rushing to finish writing entries of community service and skill.

The clothes were packed into buckets to be ready for the following morning. After some delicious potjiekos, everybody went to bed to have enough energy for the next day.

This is only endured by most because of the supportive instructors telling us to hand in our books. They gave us the motivation to finish our hours, get our signatures and hand in our books. There was never a dull moment as we were kept busy throughout the whole year. It was full of exciting adventures, bonding time and cake sales.

After a quick lecture about the “need to knows” for the river, the group departed for a difficult and windy journey. The wind blew with no mercy from the front and some canoes blew from side to side.

Our reward for enduring the struggles was the Orange River Expedition. This adventure was prepared for by a trip to Avis dam. That was quite helpful for the challenges the mighty Orange would bring. It helped some of us with synchronized rowing which is a life saver on the river. The trip on the Orange was very interesting and extremely fun. I will avoid going into detail for the fear of spoiling the experience for the coming students brave enough to battle the rapids and wind one will experience on the river. My best experience would probably be the fact that I was able to go on the trip with some of my close friends, even though we were probably not the easiest bunch to travel with. Overall, this year in IYA Silver has been extremely pleasant and I hope many students are going to carry on with me into Gold. I’m not saying it is going to be easy, but from what I have heard it is well worth the struggle.

Delarey du Toit All packed up and ready to go. Early Thursday morning, halfasleep children arrived at the office to pack their luggage into the bus. Everybody was on time and ready to go. They said their last good-byes and climbed into the bus. It was a long drive to the camp but luckily the teachers had organized a few games along the road. It was hot and everybody could not wait to swim to South Africa. It was a short swim but everybody felt proud as they successfully swam from Namibia to South Africa.

The last day went past fast and soon the group reached their destination. It took three days to row that far and it was only a one-hour journey home by truck! After dinner, everybody sat around the fire and listened to a few people sing and play guitar. “This year was the best IYA year ever!” says Hendrik.

Hendrik Koekemoer The dinner was succulent and, while the majority jumped into their sleeping bags, some brave ones stayed around the fire. The next day, everyone was excited to start as the wind blew from behind. It was an easy journey with a massive rapid the group had to go through. The first few people survived the rapid, but towards the end disaster struck. Two canoes capsized and one got stuck between two rocks. It took much time to take it out. All of them were tired and hot and the nappy run down the rapid was highly appreciated! The nappy run? You put on your life jackets and jump into the rapid, very easy and so much fun! Welcomed by some fireflies, the group spent a nice evening and the food was impressive - considering that it was all transported by the guides on their canoes. “During this trip I rediscovered old friendships and made new ones. All in all, this year has been a memorable one; one I do not think will be easily forgotten,” says Louise.

Louise Fouché

‘‘Institutions of learning, including St Paul’s College, should endeavor to teach things, instead of words, to their learners, for therein lies the essence of education.’’ Mthoko Family

IYA Silver at the Orange River

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IYA Young Gold Message to this Young Gold Group Over the past three years, we have come to know you all pretty well – from the first expeditions at Melrose, to the exciting trip down the Orange River and now finally, the residential project in Etosha. The best part of you, as a group, is that you never complain about anything, but accept any problems and obstacles as part of the fun and just overcome them with your unfailing good spirits and positive attitude.

The cooperation and willingness to tackle whatever tasks needed doing have been very much appreciated. You have really been a pleasure to work with and we wish you luck in your final stretch in attaining Gold. We also treasure the memories you have given us. With much love and our very best wishes,

Mrs Butcher and Mrs Naude

Etosha Rocks! The highlight of our year was the Young Gold Residential Project in Etosha, which was, simply put, an incredible experience. The project changed in form several times, but finally ended up as a joint venture with Ubuntu and a group of German volunteers. Waking up to the roar of lions, jackals scavenging our campsite and Mrs Naude’s “HAKA-HANA!” is how we started off each day at our Etosha Residential. We spent five days staying at Okaukuejo, but worked at the Ombika water hole. Our project involved building a supplementary water hole, which will make it safer for the animals to drink as well as making them more visible to the tourists. Our task, when we first visited the site, was to collect rocks to build the wall of the water hole. It was amazing to see how quickly the mound grew as rocks were gathered from the surrounding area. This gave real meaning to our trip motto: Etosha Rocks! Initially, our part of the project was to lay a new pipeline to supply the water hole. This was really hard work, but we accepted the challenge with the extreme enthusiasm that our group is known for. Wielding picks and shovels, we managed to dig through the hard ground and calcrete until the trench was deep enough. Once the pipe was in place, countless wheelbarrows of concrete were pushed and tipped until the pipeline was covered over and protected from animals that might attempt to dig it up in search of fresh water. We were surrounded by nature every day and although, mere metres away, we were digging trenches, tossing stones and mixing cement, herds of animals dared to come and drink their precious water. Only the unexpected arrival of a lone elephant had us quietly downing our tools and moving quickly to the safety of our bus. We even managed to finish our task earlier than expected, which enabled us to help the group of Germans to finish

the actual water hole. This involved pushing even more wheelbarrows of concrete. After each long day’s work, we returned to camp to swim and relax or enjoy the serenity of the peaceful water hole - where we were lucky enough to see several rhinos. We were divided into groups who, when on duty, were in charge of the fire or the hot water or the preparation of the various meals. The menu we had planned was especially delicious and we were very lucky to be able to enjoy such scrumptious meals. Huddling around the fire, laughing or singing melodious songs under the star-filled sky is how each new day came to an end. At night, our camp was often raided by roving jackals and spotted genets who kept trying to get into our kitchen. Luckily, our food was well secured. On the last day of our trip, we made stencils and repainted a few road signs which seriously needed attention. We were surprised by being taken swimming at a remote reservoir in the park – a real privilege! This was followed by an unforgettable ‘buffet’ lunch in the research hide that was built by a previous IYA group. What a wonderful view we had of several elephants enjoying the water hole below us, as we ate. We were sad to leave Etosha and will forever cherish the amazing memories that we have of the residential project. Once again, we were able to re-kindle friendships, create new memories together and, most importantly, make a difference in Etosha. We would like to thank everyone who made our trip possible, especially Mr and Mrs Butcher, Mr and Mrs Naude, Mr Olivier and Shayne Kotting (Mr Warden)!

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IYA Old Gold 2012, which was the final year of the IYA Programme that started in 2009, has been one of consolidation as well as the long-awaited final expedition for the 19 students and their instructors, Mss Louw, Kuppel and Gudde. Once again, the group showed tremendous enthusiasm for individual progress and camaraderie as a group.

After four wonderful days in the desert and just missing a cold and wet spell, the group travelled to Lüderitz Bay, visiting the lithoparium at Alte Kalkofen on the way. The luxury of three nights in the Nest Hotel, courtesy of Mr Ulf Gruenewald, was a welcome contrast to the basics of the desert. Never were a shower and a comfortable bed so welcome as then!

Logbooks, the bane of IYA life, had to be completed and most candidates are on track to complete the course in February 2013. Many candidates have difficulty in completing the arduous requirements for community service (72 hours), learning new skills (72 hours) and some of the “couch potatoes” find the personal fitness requirement of ten months of continuous physical training very hard.

At Lüderitz Bay, we visited the numerous attractions; a small town heavily burdened with history and remnants of the early sea farers, German colonisation, the freedom struggle and the diamond rush. The highlight of the tour was a drive through the Sperrgebiet to the magnificent “Bogenfels”. Once again, the weather gods were on our side and presented us with the most glorious weather to be able to spend three hours at Bogenfels.

Two hikes were undertaken by this group in 2012. The preparatory hike took the group to Namib Grens for a 15 km “boulder hopping” walk, where strong ankles and legs were needed. The scenery was breathtaking and the good rains had left open water and much green vegetation. The trip there was most adventurous and memorable, as we took the wrong turnoff. Turning back took five hours to get on to the correct road, only to run out of diesel in the middle of the night and the desert, with no farm house in sight. Angels were on our side and very kind farmers assisted us. We arrived at the destination unharmed, tired and hungry at midnight – and slept soundly. The final adventurous journey went to the beautiful south of Namibia. A 40 km hike up, down and on dunes, through mountainous country and desert valleys of the Tok-Tokkie trails left a lasting impression of beauty and serenity. Nights under the stars, camp fires, limited water for washing and showering brought all back to basics.

Other activities of the IYA Old Gold group were three excellent chocolate cake sales and participation in the “Go-Kart” fund raising event for charity at the College. Windhoek Dry Cleaners sponsored the IYA Gold team. Although we did not win, we had great fun. The generosity of parents and pupils at all these events is greatly appreciated. I thank my co-instructors for four years of great support and a wonderful group for their enthusiasm. It is little wonder that this is an extra-ordinary group! The head girl for 2012/2013, Kaarna Anyolo, the deputy head boy for 2012/2013, Jason Corbett, and five other SMC members hail from this group. All members have contributed to make the four-year course so memorable and friendships for life have been forged.

Ellen Gudde

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Cultural and Outreach at St Paul’s College Extra-mural activities add richness to our school day. The objective of the Culture and Outreach Programme is to provide students with the opportunity to participate in activities that enhance their school experience. It aims to develop each child’s creative potential, character and instill discipline. The welfare and pastoral needs of the students are our priorities. In turn, their participation in the

Outreach and Culture Programme helps develop their integrity and care for others. We are passionate about our students. We believe in a partnership between parents and educators as the formula for a student’s success - success being the all-round development and achievement of the student; academically, emotionally, physically, morally, culturally and spiritually.

Some of the activities on offer at the College:

The Centre for the Hearing Impaired

The Girl-Child Initiative

German Exchange

Drama: Visiting Theatre Troupes

Drumline

Recycling Club

The Shoe Box Project

The Chapel Band

IYA

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French Exchange

History Club

Cultural Activities Avred Fuchs Expedition After hearing the words that one has won something, excitement starts to brew and that is exactly what happened to me, when I was told I was going on a fully paid trip to Norway for the Ice Climate Education Adventure.

The five adults, Arved, Arne, Tillaman, Ulrich and Annelie were our supervisors as well as our lecturers. Each day consisted of a three hour lecture in the morning with an activity in the afternoon.

A month after hearing the news, I was on my way, an18 hour trip to the south of Norway. Arriving in Germany really made me realise that I was about to meet new people in a new place, who had the exact same environmental ethics about life.

We spoke about topics from global warming and climate change to glaciers and whale hunting. Each day was a new adventure, whether learning to sail, visiting petroleum museums, visiting different towns, climbing up glaciers to touch snow or going swimming in the North Sea.

Arriving at Copenhagen airport, I was now extremely tired and was not really enthusiastic to meet new people, but preferred to be in my warm bed in Namibia. I walked through the airport using a map to find the meeting area. There they were, I approached them and was greeted with the warmest welcoming smiles. I knew from this point on, it was about to be one of the most exciting adventures in my life. There were ten of us from different countries around the world. Sophie, Kevin, Kathy and Niklas were from different parts of Germany. Hakan was from Turkey, Irena was from Cyprus, Ann was from Estonia, Madilia was from Romania and Freddie was from England. I was the only one from Namibia, well Africa, and this was a conversation starter on its own. Socialising was not an issue, as we accepted each other and started bonding as the group we were going to be. The trip itself was a ten day journey along the Norwegian coast on an old fishing/sailing boat. The first two days of the journey were difficult for most of us, as we were all trying to gain our sea legs.

Overall, it was an experience of a life time. It was an adventure that will never be forgotten. Along with the educational part of the journey, I have made friends for life. These friends are now contacts who live all over the world. It is a competition that I will recommend to anyone - who is willing to put in the large amount of effort to see it pay off in ways that one could never have imagined.

Tivon Komen

Best of luck to all the students in 2012. Hamman Family

Chapel Band

The Chapel Band practice is a delightful cacophony of noise from enthusiastic band members all eager to play (usually about four different songs at the same time).

Our newest additions to the band are Angelique and Charne on the keyboard and piano. We hope to hear more from them next year.

We share songs, consult each other on guitar chords and work out drum beats, as we prepare songs for the weekly services.

Last, but not least, are the Chapel singers who help with the singing each week.

Our â&#x20AC;&#x153;matureâ&#x20AC;? musician, Gustav, always amazes us with his ability at any instrument he lays his hands on. He has really helped the new drummers, Jonathan and Carl-Hein.

We would like to thank the band and singers for their commitment and faithfulness over the course of the year.

The guitarists, Lars, Khoendeb, Noel and Mailabel have carried the band this year with their expertise. We have also had Chriz playing the electric guitar and astounding us with his solo introductions.

Mrs Gardiner and Mr Sibanda

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Debate Club “The Debate Club can only be described as a gathering of thinkers, speakers, movers and shakers.”

Windhoek and surrounding areas during the Khomas Regional Championship in August.

The statement seems particularly fitting for the Club of 2012 as members have played instrumental roles in enriching the St Paul’s family, as well as the wider community of Windhoek. Through outreach programmes, the Student Management Council (SMC), participation in sport and excellent academic achievement, members have shown themselves to be young men and women who apply the critical-thinking and problemsolving skills learned in debating, to their daily lives.

It is a pleasure to report that three of the six debaters from St Paul’s College, who participated in the Khomas Regional Debating Championships, qualified for the pre-regional team. These three were Eulalia Joseph (Gr 11), Luke Brinkmann (Gr 8) and Manuel Wackerle-Garcia (Gr 8). Eulalia and Manuel are congratulated on their selection for the final team.

Members have been involved in interesting discourse throughout the year. They have had the pleasure of testing their argumentative skills in friendly debates against speakers from Delta Höhere Privatschule Windhoek (DHPS), Jan Möhr Secondary School and St George’s Diocesan School. In addition, the club faced more than 25 other schools from

For the first time in the history of St Paul’s College, primary school learners have started to debate - what a joy! The newcomers consisted mainly of learners from Grades 5 to 7 and the team was enriched by the active participation of a Grade 1 learner. Welcome aboard. We look forward to another exciting year of engaging debates.

Drum Majorettes Drum Majorettes were once again introduced to St Paul’s College after quite a number of years. This wonderful idea was introduced by Mrs Louw in 2011.

Global Young Leaders Conference, GYLC

A group of Grade 10 and 11 girls were all very enthusiastic about the idea. In 2012, the decision was finalised and 24 girls were chosen to be part of the Drum Majorette Group. Mrs Koekemoer was kind enough to offer her help with the Drum Majorettes and, together with Mrs Louw, prepared us well directly after school every afternoon. We managed to pull off a great performance at the Sport Day which took place on the 17th of August. We also performed on the Grade 12’s last day of school as well as at the official opening of the Christine Marais garden. As the leader, it has been a great opportunity to be part of this group and I’m sure all the ‘drummies’ of 2012 had a great and memorable time. We all look forward to many more opportunities to perform in the future. A big thank you to Mrs Louw and Mrs Koekemoer.

Anienke Buys

Rejoice Katjitae, Clarence Mapanga and Jason Corbett embarked on a journey to the United States of America. Upon arrival, we were greeted with astounding humidity in Washington DC. We met a diverse group of our esteemed peers from around the world at the Sheraton Hotel. We each had two roommates, with whom we bonded over the following week. After being assigned to different country groups, Clarence and Jason in Russia and Rejoice in South Africa, we began to discuss issues pertinent to our respective countries. During our stay in Washington DC, we visited several memorials such as the Lincoln, Vietnam, Thomas Jefferson and Martin Luther King memorials, as well as several esteemed museums. Next we traveled to New York through Philadelphia. After a week-and-a-half of discussing issues within our countries, we debated them in an United Nations conference room. The perfect way to end was by suiting up and going on a late night cruise around the Statue of Liberty.

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History Club Your heritage, your pride. “Interesting and enjoyable” was how Mrs Gudde described our visit to the State House. I had no idea I’d react the way I did when I first saw it. At that moment, I realized that I was patriotic. Not that I’ve ever been “unpatriotic”. At that very moment when I saw State House, not just a glimpse from afar, I realized again my love for my country. When I talked to Victor, our driver, afterwards I knew that we experienced the same pride and the same lump in our throats as we stood in front of State House. The most impressive room was the Cabinet room and the visit helped to visualise broadcasts about Cabinet proceedings. For the members of the History Club the visit to the State House was certainly the most exciting event of the year. As a privileged school, the learners of the St Paul’s College are often fortunate to visit exciting destinations overseas, but have very little experience and knowledge of the beauty and proud heritage of our country. For this reason, the members of the History Club decided to start small and learn more about Windhoek. Our first visit this year took place under the professional guidance of a well-know tour guide to the Zoo Park and the meteorites in the centre of town. Mr Gerrit Gurirab, curator of the national museum, took us around the Alte Feste and, in his unique way, briefed us on the many exhibitions kept at the Alte Feste. We regret not being able to visit the new State Museum, however, there is always next year. Visits to the various graveyards around town were proof that graveyards portrayed the social, economical and political circumstances of a community. From the military graveyards, we learned that life during the early years of colonisation was not a picnic.

The young age at which many inhabitants died showed the harsh living conditions of the earlier years. At the Klein Windhoek municipal graveyard in Veronica Street, we concluded that many of the family members of the deceased have either moved away or are deceased too, thus the neglect of these graves. A sight-seeing tour with Sense of Africa and the language departments at the College was one of our more entertaining trips. We will certainly remember the taste of the kapana we had there, as well as the funny faces at the taste of the local delicacy, Mopani worms. Another success of the History Club this year was the Independence Concert at the beginning of the year. Through that, we hope that we made you proud of your heritage as Namibians, even if it was just for a day. The History Club is open to everyone with an interest in the subject and will welcome anyone who wants to join in 2013.

Mrs Erica Pretorius

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Model United Nations Report 2012, the first year of the Model United Nations Club at St Paul’s, proved to be a full one. We started tentatively, discussing international and human rights issues highlighted by the UN. We followed the UN’s involvement in the Syrian conflict and began to see why it has proven to be so difficult to find a resolution. We commemorated the 18th anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide by mounting a display and reading poems from widows and orphans at Junior and Senior Assembly. The highlight of the year was the Model United Nations Conference which took place over two days in September. In preparation, we received training from the UN on how to write country position papers and ask questions of other delegates using the correct protocol. We practiced our skills at an afternoon session with other schools and began to gain a feel for the role playing we had to take on. We acted as delegates of different countries discussing “Women and children in armed conflict”.

A spring workshop sharpened our lobbying skills and we began to learn how to write draft resolutions, after which Eulalia Joseph, Vincent Shilongo and Lars Schuler were asked to help the United Nations Information Council launch the Model UN Conference. At the conference, which discussed refugees, there were delegates from over 80 countries. Delegates from St Paul’s represented countries which received refugees and those from which refugees originated. Vincent had to take on the particularly difficult challenge of being Palestine, and Eulalia won the Best Speaker Award. The Model UN Club has gained a very loyal following from students in Grades 8 and 9, who are quite ready to pit their diplomatic skills against those of more senior students. We have all come to recognise the necessity of leadership skills, chairing, public speaking, role playing, debating, research and writing, team work and diplomacy, while we sort out the world’s problems!

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The Shoebox Project Outreach to Kwakwas Primary School “It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving” - Mother Theresa On the 6th of August, on a chilly, yet eventful morning, Mrs W Cloete, Mrs Hallberg, Mrs M Pretorious, Kara, Herman, Ernest, Mr R Jordani and Mr M Fliede (ground staff), Victor (the driver) and I set off for our second visit to the Kwakwas Primary School. When we arrived at the seemingly deserted school, we were welcomed by the excited children - who could not help but peep out of their classrooms at the familiar school bus entering their school ground. After a hearty welcome by the principle of Kwakwas, Mrs Hess, we immediately got to work. The tasks of the day included covering mattresses and pillows for all the children in the hostel, hanging up curtains in both the boys’ and girls’ rooms and in the dining area and replacing some of the damaged doors with new ones. Also, a table and two benches were built by our ground staff for the dining area and we were able to supply Kwakwas with medication, meat, games, clothing and notice boards. What may seem so simple and taken for granted by many, whether it be a colourful curtain hanging before our window or a mattress to sleep on at night, makes a remarkable difference to those who have very little.

We were not only able to give each boy and girl a pillow and a mattress, but also the love and kindness to uplift their spirits and fill their hearts with hope. The dining area, with a new table, benches and colourful curtains, turned from being a cold and empty room into a warm area where meals, laughter and chatter can be shared. When most of our tasks had been completed, with only the last of the doors to be hung, we had a chance to spend a little quality time with the children. It was amazing to see how these children did not have a single toy, but seemed to have so much fun, filling the air with laughter as they ran around or sang. Every hug, every smile, every kind word or simply the smallest act of caring was appreciated and was all they needed to be happy. With great thanks to everyone who contributed and donated, we had yet another successful Shoebox outreach project – that enriched both our lives and those of the Kwakwas Primary School children.

Svenja Schumann Grade 10

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Sport Aerobics The year 2012 was very successful, the number of participants has increased and we continued to have a lot of fun together! The sessions are always supported by changing types of music. Our new Thera-bands (to enhance exercises) brought us close to having the best trained arm muscles in school. Each session concentrates on different body areas and there is always room for special wishes. Our usual time was Thursdays at 17h00 at the Rec Centre.

In 2013, a new style will enter our weekly class, Zumba! The goal of this extra mural is to develop a healthy and sculpted body, improve condition training and have fun! I am very proud of all my participants who have learned how to finally touch the ground with their hands, how to maintain a positive spirit and that Yoga is hard work!

C. Meinecke-Mareka

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Basketball We started by looking for an experienced coach and were sent someone from the Basketball Federation. Things started off shaky as he was unreliable and let the teams down on many occasions. We then began looking for another coach, whom the students could rely on and learn from. We were fortunate to find Titus Mwahafa, a national team member and experienced coach, who took the bull by the horns and has since made a remarkable improvement in the development of the team. We were knocked out of the league during the preliminary stages but are improving tremendously and look forward to next year.

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Cricket St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entered an u/16 team in the B League for 2012, we finished unbeaten and took home gold by beating Windhoek Gymnasium by 5 wickets in the finals. The likes of Warren van Wyk, Hendrik Koekemoer and Kimberlain Brain, through their consistent performances, have made the National u/15 team.

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We entered a team in the annual Hollard Cricket Week and did fairly well. Outstanding performances were given by our students during the course of the weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s matches. We applaud them and are excited to see what happens in 2013.

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94 On Wednesday, October 14th, the u/16 boys cricket team defeated the Windhoek Gymnasium C team to win the school’s league title.

als (including two boys from outside St Paul’s College) came together to form a team that was defined by their spirit and commitment.

This win capped an undefeated season for the team, which included wins over David Bezuidenhout and the B teams of Windhoek Afrikaans Privaat Skool and Windhoek High School.

Several of the boys who joined the team hadn’t played cricket in years and another had never played cricket before at all, but without them - there would have been no team. These boys performed admirably, joining forces with the more experienced players and they clinched the championship for St Paul’s College.

In the final match, St Paul’s bowled Windhoek Gymnasium out for 76 runs and set about a methodical run chase, anchored by Hendrik Koekemoer. They won with five wickets in hand. Coached by Dee Thakur from the Namibia Cricket School, the team was led by their captain, Hendrik Koekemoer and vice captain, Warren van Wyk. The top batsman for the season was Kimber Brain, while the top wicket-takers were Hendrik Koekemoer, Warren van Wyk and Calum Gunning, with support from Rene Were and Kimber Brain. We are proud to recognize these individual accomplishments, but what sets this team apart was how a group of 11 individu-

The team’s spirit, which was steadfastly supported by several parents, and their accomplishment on the cricket field have made St Paul’s College proud. Well done boys, to your coach, your supporters and each and every one of you!

Ginger Mauney Parent

Handball Handball was introduced by Ms Ruel at the end of the 2nd term during French week. It has been a hit with the students and we included it in the Annual Interhouse Sport Day. It will fall in under our development sport umbrella next year and an internal league will start in the 3rd term.

Hockey

St Paul’s boys’ hockey started the year in a different manner than usual. Instead of a pre-season tour to south Africa, the three main sport codes (netball, soccer, hockey) at St Paul’s took part in a first ever sport clinic. The clinic took place over three days with not only drills and game tactics being discussed, but also a bit of fun taking place, creating a perfect environment for team bonding and for players to express their common love for sport.

was the ATKV HTS tournament. The top teams in the country entered the tournament. The boy’s team battled to find their feet in the first game, but grew from there on. Unfortunately, that first game cost them the tournament, with the boys ending in a respectable third place.

The clinic acted as try-outs for the selection of the respective sporting codes and, at the end of the clinic, the first teams were announced.

The boys’ and girls’ 1st team hockey also took part in a clinic organised by the school as a final preparation for the season to come. The clinic took place in the last week of the first term’s holiday. After the clinic, both the boys and girls were pumped for the season ahead.

The first tournament, which took place in the pre-season,

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95 HTS tournament, with St Pauls ending third in both tournaments. However, St Paul’s showed they are a team to be reckoned with and are contenders for the league title. The league took place throughout the 2nd term with St Paul’s gaining momentum, losing only three games throughout the season. Unfortunately, those three games cost us a semi-final spot by a goal difference of one goal.

The team was disappointed with the result, but aimed to be the best in the year to come. The season was one of the most spectacular seasons in terms of tactics and game play. With our great coach, Trevor Cormack, the team has learned the ins and outs of school hockey and will have high hopes for next year’s season.

Devon Sprake

Netball Netball at St Paul’s is one of the most popular sport codes being offered at the school. At the beginning of 2012, 47 players registered and, for the first time since netball was offered at the school, we had two coaches. Mrs Peta Austin took the very enthusiastic newcomers and Mrs Helindi Gouws continued with the coaching of the senior players. After the good attendance of the well-organised sport clinic at the beginning of the year, we planned a tour to Potchefstroom for all senior players. Mrs Pretorius and Mrs Gouws accompanied the group of 19 netball players to the University of North West, where they had intensive coaching for four mornings. In the afternoons, games against local schools took place and the players could practise what they have learned during the mornings.

After an enjoyable day at the Valley of the Waves at Sun City, we returned to Windhoek...determined to be fit and continue with what we have learned on the court. By the look and discussion of the league programme, the group lacked the time and could, unfortunately, not commit to play all the matches in the league. We had to withdraw our team due to time constraints and preparation for the mid-year examinations. I want to express my sincere thanks to Mrs Austin for her willingness to coach the junior players this year. To Mrs Gouws, who after eight years of commitment to netball at St Paul’s College decided to say goodbye to the court and the girls she so closely worked with. Your input in netball at St Paul’s and the many hours spent with players both on and off the court, are truly appreciated.

Marianne Pretorius Netball Organiser

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Sport Clinic This was the brainchild of Mrs Cormack, who heads up the Sport Department. We had all students who were interested in playing hockey, netball or soccer register to take part in a sport clinic, which was run over a Friday and Saturday. The clinic was split into fitness and match activities on the Friday afternoon and team building and a team announcement on the Saturday. Edward Ward, a renowned motivational speaker, former national sportsman and radio personality, was in charge of the proceedings over the two days. He did some remarkable work with our students and all of them had a fun and educational time.

The school hall was decorated and finger foods were available for all the students and coaches who participated in the clinic. Mr Church, Mrs Cormack, Mrs Pretorius and Mr Benjamin called out the names of the students who made the 1st teams in the three sport codes. All this was met with applause and cheering by the students in the hall. Overall, it was a huge success and we would like to thank Mrs Cormack, Mr Benjamin, Mr Ward and the Sport Committee for putting it all together.

Soccer Soccer League St Paul’s College was able to field four soccer teams for 2012, with two of them being girls’ teams, a huge accomplishment for a school of our size. Three of the four teams, who were entered in the league, managed to qualify for the play-off phase of the competition. Our 2nd team girls lost to Hage Geingob in the semi-finals which were played at SKW in Olympia. The u/17 boys played against Dawid Bezuidenhout in the semi-final and lost by 2-0. The u/15 boys were also drawn to play Dawid Bezuidenhout in

the quarter-finals and unfortunately lost in a penalty shootout. This brought the league to a close early in the 3rd term. The 1st team girls did not make the play-offs this year, as we could not play our remaining two matches due to our early exam schedule. There were no tours in 2012, but all the players are looking forward to trying out for the boys’ and girls’ teams who will participate in the Cape Sport Festival in Stellenbosch during March and April 2013.

Delta Tournament Our u/17 boys were entered in this competition. We have, in mornings and, as we entered the field for the warm-up on the past three years, struggled to find our place at the tourna- Sunday, we were met with a hard, ice-laden pitch. ment as many clubs enter and we are usually left behind come the knockout round. Julian Guiseb, their coach gave them a much-needed motivational talk and the boys left nothing to chance. They lost 1-0 in This year was a little different, as the boys fought hard to get as the semi-final to KFA, but a well-fought loss in any play book. many points as they could of relatively good club teams. We had two very early matches on the Saturday and Sunday

FNB Classic Clashes This proved to be the highlight of the soccer calendar for our senior boys, as they were looking for revenge from our penalty shoot-out defeat in 2011. There was a lot of talk as to who might have the stronger team leading up to game day. St George’s Diocesan School hosted this year’s event at the Ramblers Football Club in Pionierspark. Many of our students attended the event and supported their school with loud singing and dancing in the stands. Our boys fought hard throughout the match, but were outplayed by a resilient St George’s team. In the end, we lost out on the cup but look forward to winning it back in 2013.

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99 Once again it was that time of the year, the annual FNB Classic Clashes, the ultimate showdown between St Paul’s and St George’s, a true clash of saints. This year it was the defending champions, St George’s turn to host the clash. The venue was set at Ramblers Soccer Club, the perfect battle ground. The tension and excitement had been building up throughout the week and on match day, the anxiety of both players and supporters showed. The atmosphere was enthusiastic, yet tense, as the game kicked off. The preparation for the match showed no resemblance to the previous years. The boys were granted special privileges. Namely to departure earlier from school in order to have adequate time to review the game dynamics set by competent coach, Andre Benjamin.

rate at this point of time. Therefore, only one game took place. The boys were geared in their brand new blue Europeanstyle kit. On paper, this team revealed to have the potential to defeat any team due to the high number of highly skilled players. However, the boys failed to do so as they failed to capitalise on numerous occasions. Unfortunately, St Paul’s lost the battle by a fair margin. We commend St George’s for their performance and sportsmanship, as well as our first team soccer boys for portraying good character till the very end. Lastly, we commend the students for their remarkable school spirit shown throughout the classic clash.

Devon Sprake and Dorian van Rooi

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Volleyball This is still a development sport at St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, but we are making significant improvements with the help of Yvonne and Peter Brinkmann. We did reasonably well in the league, but did not place this year. We look forward to getting more committed students for 2013.

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Student Profiles Hendrik Koekemoer

“Even today, I still find it difficult to leave a shop without buying a ball – any kind of ball,” says Hendrik Koekemoer, if you question him about his sporting achievements.

During his primary school years, he was Junior Victor Ludorum in athletics in 2007 as well as Junior Sportsman of the Year. In 2008 and 2010, he was Senior Sportsman of the Year.

From as early as Grade 1, he grasped any possible opportunity on the sport field that came his way. This includes athletics, swimming, tennis, hockey, squash and cricket. In addition to the opportunities at school, he also played club hockey and tennis at the DTS Club, while being part of the Namibia Cricket School of Excellence.

Up to now, Hendrik has represented Namibia in every age group in hockey and cricket, except for the year 2011 - when he was excluded from participation to recover from a knee operation. In that year, he realised once again what a privilege it was to be able to participate in sport.

Currently, he plays cricket for the First Division of the Wanderers Cricket Club, first team hockey for the school and was the cricket captain of the St Paul’s u/16 team who won the B League in Namibia in 2012.

He showed outstanding perseverance and through hard work and dedication, he fought his way back after almost a year on the sidelines. At the prize-giving ceremony of St Paul’s in 2010, he consequently had the honour of receiving the trophy for perseverance.

102 On the hockey field, Hendrik represented Namibia in approximately 20 matches as part of the NSSU, NHU and PSI teams. This included local field hockey tournaments against Zimbabwe and Botswana, indoor tournaments against South African teams and tournaments in Bloemfontein in 2010 and Cape Town in 2012. Since his u/11 years, Hendrik has already represented Namibia in approximately 40 matches on the cricket field. This includes three tournaments in Worcester and one each in Benoni and Durban, as well as a couple of local tournaments. In 2009, he was named best bowler at a local u/15 20-20 tournament, although he was only 12 years old at the time. At a recent South African tournament in Durban, Hendrik received a magnificent cricket bat after he was named Player of Day Two. In this match against Limpopo, he also improved his personal best bowling figures when he bowled 13 maiden overs in his 20 overs, took 7 wickets and conceded only ten runs. To play a match at Kingsmead in Durban was an unbelievable experience for him as well as for the team. His dream is to be chosen as a member of Namibiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s u/19 team who will participate in various tournaments, including the u/19 World Cup. Hendrik thinks appreciatively of the many people who support him in his sport â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in good as well as in bad times. There can hardly be any better motivation than when people put their trust in you. That is why Hendrik is genuinely grateful for the opportunities and tournaments that have come his way at school and at the clubs.

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Devon & Kyron Sprake This year was a year full of sport for my brother and I. It was a challenge to remain focused at school and achieve the marks, while still performing on the sport field. However, it was worth the hard work and effort.

Kyron’s training for the u/21 water-skiing world championship is currently in motion, with training courses set up with international coaches. The tournament will take place late next year, with all the best skiers in the world competing.

My brother, Kyron, is both a national hockey player and a national water-skier. Kyron is currently the national record holder in the u/15 category for water-skiing. During the year, he was selected as part of the national u/21 water-skiing team, which represented Namibia at the E&A’s (European and African championships) in South Africa.

It will be hosted in Namibia at the S. Von Bach dam, where Kyron does all of his training. With home advantage, let’s hope Kyron and the rest of the Namibian team can leave their mark on international skiing.

Kyron, being only 14 at the time, competed against the best u/21 skiers in the world, facing up against skiers from England, France and Italy. The tournament was a good learning curve and laid a foundation for him to continue improving. Kyron also plays hockey for the school’s first team and is a valuable player. He made the NSSU national field hockey team which toured to Cape Town and competed against the provincial teams of South Africa. Kyron is also part of the u/15 PSI indoor team (a national representative team) which will be touring to Durban and playing in the biggest indoor hockey tournament in Africa.

I have also got national colours for both water-skiing and hockey. I concentrated on hockey in the past year and missed out on all major water-skiing tournaments, but did participate in a number of domestic tournaments. My hockey year started with my selection as captain of the school’s first team as well as being selected for the national men’s indoor squad. We trained for two months and then the team was selected. I was one of only two team members who were still at school. The team toured to Cape Town and played a tournament against the best South African teams. Playing at such a high level and being able to learn from the best Namibian and South African players was a great privilege.

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After the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tour, I was selected for the national NSSU u/18 field hockey team and was named vice-captain in a tournament against the South African provinces in Bloemfontein. In-between all my national hockey, I also played club hockey for the Windhoek Old Boys premier team. We played in the national indoor league, national night league and the national field league - ending in a respectable second place in the indoor and night leagues and first in the field league. I am also part of the u/18 PSI indoor team, who will be touring to Durban in December to compete in the biggest indoor tournament in Africa.

Devon Sprake

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Winta Berhe I started playing the piano when I was seven years old and I approached it with about the same enthusiasm as I did school. At that age, practising was fun and easy, “Mary had a little lamb” was what I aspired to play and, at that stage, I couldn’t really see very far into the future, as is typical with most sevenyear-olds. When my family moved to Windhoek, I started taking lessons at the College of the Arts and, after I was rather harshly informed that the institution is in fact a COLLEGE and not a SCHOOL, I decided to try something new...I practised. The difference it made was unbelievable. I can’t say I enjoyed the College of the Arts very much, but I think that is where I realised how much I enjoyed playing. Playing classical music has taught me one of the greatest lessons I could ever have learned. What usually happens is that at the beginning of each year, you select three pieces, three exercises and numerous scales and then practise until about October. At this point, the big guys in England send a world-renowned musician to listen to what you have prepared. So, after practising for the better part of a year, your exam is about 15 minutes long. This has taught me over and over again that, no matter how long the year seems or how boring it is to practise every day, you need to keep in mind that everything comes to an end, so

work as hard as possible so that you can enjoy the end results. Dedication, perseverance and unbelievable levels of concentration are just some of the things I have gained from my years of playing the piano. I’ve tried to stop taking lessons more times than I can count, but now that I’m basically at the end of this road - I think that playing the piano is the one thing that has kept me grounded. The routine of practising and going to music lessons taught me to plan ahead and, sometimes, suck it up and face your teacher when you haven’t practised and you still have to go to your lesson. I still hate practising and I try to wiggle my way out of as many music lessons as possible, but the difference between now and a few years ago is that now I appreciate what I can do. I see it as a language, just like French or German. Trying to learn the notes of a new piece is a process but once you’ve learned them and you’re fluent, it is as though you never want to stop playing. In the past year, I played with the Namibian national orchestra and it is simply impossible to explain the feeling of the music of the violins swelling behind you as you wait for your queue. It is as though you belong to a community outside the more obvious one of family and friends. As though you are part of something that very few can boast of. It is a heady combination of awe and pride.

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Valentine’s Day Love is in the air, this was certainly the case on Valentine’s Day! What started off as another typical day of celebration, soon turned out to be one of the most memorable of its kind. Students erratically began to write love letters and also dedicate their tokens of love to their secret admirers in the form of chocolates, roses and the most clichéd ‘I love you’ teddy bears, as was custom to the Valentine’s Day tradition at St Paul’s college. However, this was no ordinary Valentine’s Day, as custom and tradition were to be broken. The SMC had unanimously decided to host St Paul’s very first Valentine’s talent show. The theme of performances was to be based centrally on the theme of love. The depth and diversity of musical talent at St Paul’s are immense, as it was a strenuous task to select the cream of the crop for the final performances. The school was buzzing and brimming with excitement from the news that spread like wild fire about the surprise that awaited them. The nerves of the performers were rattled by a bustling crowd,

who noisily but patiently endure the sweltering summer heat to savour the performances that were to come. The crowd was soon on their feet as the MVPs of the event, Feiyo and Clarence Mapanga, threatened to steal the show. First a vivacious performance by Tristan on the guitar, then an outstanding rendition of Adele’s ‘someone like you’ by Tegeni Pea left the crowd on its feet. Eye catching performances by John-Paul Karuaihe and Logino Goraseb made the selection of a winner all the more difficult. However, in the end, a crowd-pleasing performance by Chantelle Hamman stole the show as she was crowned St Paul’s college’s first talent show winner. Though there were many debates about the winner of the talent show, this could not mar its success. At the end of the day, the greatest victory was the true message of love created by the appreciation of the effort of all the amazing talents that St Paul’s has stored away in its cache. The talent show not only illuminated a sense of school unity but also created a lasting memory and possibly a new tradition. It must be said, though, that this feat will be extremely difficult to repeat.

Valentine’s Dance The Valentine’s Dance was held on a miraculously almost dry Friday, the 10th of April. The theme was a starry night masquerade ball and the hall and a tent on the field had been decorated grandly to go with this theme. The tent had a 1935 Rolls-Royce to add to the vintage atmosphere, while the hall was covered in stars and streamers – a simple and stylish décor. The night started with people walking down a red carpet to the tent where pre-party cocktails were served by the invaluable Silver International Youth Award participants. There was also a feast to be had in the tent, with more than enough food – even for St Paul’s students! The dance was punctuated with some incredible and varied performances. The crowd was entertained by a fire breather who caused several gasps of amazement as he sent fireballs high above them. An impressive dance crew was next to wow people,

followed by musical performances by renowned Namibian artists such as 40 Kings. This entertainment was enjoyed by all and was a perfect addition to the dance. There was also great music by a DJ in the hall so most people spent the night dancing. There was also the tent, where there was a much more relaxed atmosphere. There was a great feel to this year’s dance, as there were great people there and most stayed right up until the dance ended, enjoying excellent music and exciting performances. All in all, the 2012 Valentine’s Dance was a resounding success and a huge amount of fun. The SMC worked tirelessly to make it happen and the silver IYA students were very helpful on the night. Above all, credit has to be given to the students who attended, as it was definitely the people who made the night truly great.

Your talent is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God. From !Gonteb family, Hochlandpark, Windhoek

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Grade 8 Events On the first day of school of 2012, the new Grade 8’s were all dressed as various famous characters from the past. They were colourful and interesting and had obviously spent a great deal of time researching the character they had to portray. The week ended in the sleepover on the field and, this year, the new St Paulians had come prepared for war. At five in the morning the battle started and they definitely got their revenge on the SMC. Early in February, we had the team-building events which helped to forge friendships and build an ability to work together. They learned important skills of team work and had great fun at Avis dam and at the YFC Training Centre. In the second term, the Grade 8’s enjoyed the inter-curricular Ecology Week. The first day was led by Liz Komen at Narrec, where the students had practical applications of their mapreading from Geography and Ecology from Biology.

The next day was spent in the Recreation Centre and the students applied their knowledge of bird life to English, Science and Art. Later on in the term, Shirley Bethune (associated with the College for many years) led the Grade 8’s around the school grounds, identifying indigenous trees and teaching them the basics of dichotomous keys. The third term was focused on academics, but there was time for our end-of-year “Oscar Awards” and we all enjoyed a slide show of the year’s events. Fun prizes were awarded for strange and unusual achievements of the year. The Grade 8’s of 2012 were a special group and they are wished success for 2013.

Mrs Gardiner

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Grade 8 Orientation The SMC was initially not very pleased when they heard that the initiation would only be lasting three days this year. Unfortunately, we had to adhere to the time frame and the preparations began.

Day two was slightly more organised, as we all came together and made the children do group activities, namely the threelegged race, singing the school anthem and horse races. Whoever came last had to do two laps around the field.

We wanted the initiation this year to be educational and an experience to remember for many years to come. Something the children could look back at in their matric year and smile.

We had two children who cried but, fortunately, it was because they had hurt themselves and not from the supposed ‘harsh” treatment of the SMC. Some children left their pets lying around on the field and were punished for abandoning them.

Considering that St Paul’s is celebrating its 50th year this year, we decided to incorporate that into the initiation. Every pupil had to draw the name of a famous person, born 50 years or more ago. Their task would then be to go home and design a costume that would allow them to look like their character. The children seemed to love this idea, as they all came beautifully dressed. They had to be in character for all three days and the English Department incorporated their characters into class orals. The initiation began on Tuesday, which was an extremely funfilled day to remember. The children had no idea what was in store for them and, I must admit, seeing the expressions on their faces when the “fun” began was the best part of the day. When the bell rang, we separated into our different groups. Dandago, Andrew and I made the “less rhythmic girls” dance to kwaito. The boys had to fetch us chairs, while the one girl held my umbrella and the other, my blazer. Explorers, musicians, politicians, actors and many more groups of Eighth graders swimming across the grass, while some were being told to do the backstroke, was the perfect sight for sore eyes.

Now I had to really think of something good to make sure they never left their pets lying around again. Fortunately for them, I was in a good mood and all I made them do was pick up litter and clean up the whole field (cruel laugh). Thursday was our final day of initiation and we made use of the hose pipe, buckets and water guns. We wet all the children and made sure not an inch of their bodies were dry. I controlled the hose pipe while the others made them sing the school anthem repeatedly. The SMC’s continued to refill their buckets until quarter-to-ten and then it was time to hose them down while they cried for the pets that were supposedly “dead”. Amakhoe and I had our share of fun when she accidently splashed me with some water and, as an honorable pupil, I accidently turned the hose pipe on her. The children were all drenched by the time the bell rang and swore to get their revenge at the sleepover. The initiation was definitely a memorable experience for both the pupils and the SMC 2012. We would all like to wish the Grade 8’s an unforgettable high school career.

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Grade 8 Sleepover On Friday, 20th January, all the SMC’s reported for duty around two-thirty to start preparing the last phase of orientation for the school’s new recruits. We were all very excited and were looking forward to the night that lay ahead. The Grade 8’s arrived at five o’clock and the late comers were punished severely by Alexander. We had set up three stations, the tug of war, volleyball and soccer. The children were divided into their register classes and rotated from one station to the other as a class. At the tug of war station, the boys were matched up against the girls and I am very proud to say that the girls won quite a few times. The losing side was punished through running or having to dance or sing for the winning side. Throughout the day, we had prepared fantastic mud and flour facials and hair conditioning for the Grade 8’s since we had been torturing them for the past three days. The next station was volleyball. Here they were divided into two teams and then given pointers by Dorian and Johnny on how to play the game. We could see that there was a substantial amount of talent amongst the Grade 8’s and they seemed to pick up the skill very quickly. Once again the losing side was punished by some or other physical activity and then given the chance to redeem themselves.

Thereafter, the class moved on to the soccer station. One could see that the Grade 8’s were seasoned soccer players and some of the girls were absolutely brilliant. Although some others did not know what on earth they were doing, they ran around with a great deal of determination and did not give up, because they knew it they did, the chances of them getting wet were very high. The Grade 8’s seemed to enjoy all three stations and we saw that they were beginning to form relationships with us and each other. They were learning the skill of being a team player, as each of the activities required you being able to be part of a unit to succeed. We then gathered the entire grade and divided them into groups for the obstacle course, which we had set up with the help of the scouts. They did an amazing job and the children thoroughly enjoyed it. For me, the obstacle that seemed to prove most difficult for them was the trust fall. You were asked to stand on a barrel and fall back so that your team mates could catch you. This is definitely not as easy as it sounds and it requires a whole lot of courage, but every single one of them did it. As it was getting dark, we asked the Grade 8’s to change into clean, dry clothes and they were given the opportunity to eat dinner. We were hoping to start the treasure hunt afterwards and I was certain my team would have won. However, because of the rain, we had to cancel and decided to plan our programme for the concert. I truly enjoyed the concert and the SMC’s also showed that they possessed a few talents. Most of them are terrific actors and I was very pleasantly surprised. The children surprised me too. We have quite a few budding artists and actors. We thought that the Grade 8’s would be so tired that after getting them to bed at 12, they would all be fast asleep. Since this was not the case, we made them run two laps around the field at one in the morning, in the rain, so they could finally fall asleep. We did not have a peaceful night, as we were all worried about the torture we were going to go through the next morning. We woke up at four-thirty to prepare our ammunition for the war. When the Grade 8’s had all lined up at the other side of the field, ready to launch their attack, we were all confident that we would be victorious. We were proven very wrong about five minutes into the food fight. The Grade 8’s made sure that they got their revenge for the three days of torture we had put them through. The smell was indescribable and absolutely disgusting. With this act of revenge, the Grade 8 Orientation was brought to a close and we were pleased to hear that they had a great time, although the ending was not enjoyable for us.

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Art Art Workshops Art was kick-started in 2012 with a number of general Art workshops – one for Grade 12’s, one for Grade 11’s, and one for Art and Design teachers of many other schools, offered by St Paul’s staff – Su Naude, Celia Mendelsohn and Lesley Crawford (to whom our Ceramics is outsourced). Throughout the year, photographic workshops were offered to Gr 10-12 students and interested adults, by Su and Edgar Naude. These included Introduction to Photography, Basic Photography and Photoshop workshops. The Grade 12 workshop involved many activities, two of which had never been offered before, watercolour techniques and perspective drawing based on angles and vanishing points. Our thanks to Edgar Naude for offering the latter. Both of these techniques were put to very good use during the course of the Grade 12 year. The Grade 11’s were exposed to their first life-drawing experience. A few of the Grade 10’s acted as live models - who were required to lounge about for hours. They learned that – contrary to what is commonly thought – artists’ models do very tiring work! The second novel experience for the Grade 11’s was maskmaking. This involved casting their own faces in plaster of Paris! To do so, a mould or a negative of each student’s face had to be prepared in advance.

Most Grade 11’s felt rather faint when they lay on the table, to have Vaseline applied to their faces and be incarcerated in plaster of Paris bandages which had to harden before the masks could be prised off. However, the final results were stunning. Once the positives had been cast and had hardened, they were attacked with sandpaper and smooth, statuesque faces were produced. The Grade 12 Photographic Workshop to Richtberg, the Hamman farm on the road to Nina, was a wonderful outing in the second term. The Hamman hospitality remains unsurpassed and a wonderful time was had by all. Students roomed in a massive, comfortable shed and when the cold was particularly biting, Edgar set up a lecture hall in situ, to lecture the students as they lay cocooned in their sleeping bags. Stunning photos of cows and calves, tollie branding, horses, farm dogs and detailed macros were the order of the day. A highlight was the drive to Panorama Rock Lodge on the neighbouring Jensen farm, where never-ending vistas, elegant interiors and game were shot through the clicking lenses. We look forward to further extension workshops in the coming years; these offer fantastic learning opportunities and are always great fun!

Celia Mendelsohn

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Being woken up at 05h00 in the morning to the far-too-familiar “Hakka Hanna” from Mrs Naude would have driven me to madness any other day of the year, but after such an incredible weekend, on the last day of the Photography Weekend, I thought that I might even miss it. A right of passage for all Grade 12 photography students has always been the photography weekend. Previous years have all gone to Sossusvlei - but, this year, it was decided that we would be going from the 8th to the 10th of June to the Hamman’s Farm; a stone’s throw away from Windhoek, where both the scenery and company were phenomenal. As per usual at art workshops, the weekend started with a briefing, where we were asked to take photographs to compile a small portfolio with 30 photos by the end of the following week, to allow for editing and such; and as per usual for art students, an enormous amount of moaning and groaning ensued. Thereafter, we were shown to a garage, where my first reaction was to ask whether they wanted us to take a photo of it. They did not and, after a brief giggle, Mrs Mendelsohn and Mrs Naude informed us that that would be where we would be sleeping. The thought of 20 students huddled together in winter seemed far worse than it was. In truth, it was a factor that made the weekend that much better, although we were all highly sleep deprived by the time we went home. The task of creating an awe-inspiring portfolio was taken to heart throughout the group, as photos were being taken all through the weekend - be it at 05h00 in the morning on both Saturday and Sunday, catching first light; during a braai for supper, lunch or supper again; at dusk where the sky turns a fiery orange; at night where the waning gibbous moon beckons attention; or simply when we were all blissfully absorbed in each other’s company. The results spoke for themselves and it was agreed that there was something incredibly special about that farm – for both photography and friendships, as the Photography Weekend was unforgettable.

Alexander Erasmus

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