East Rand AWSUM June 2024 edition

PROVINCIAL SPORT

Preparing for final exams - a 5-month guide for matric students

Matric students from the Class of 2024 have roughly five months left to prepare for their final exams. While this is a tight timeframe for those who have not yet tracked and prepared their final strategy, it is possible - with dedication and motivation – to still lay a solid foundation before the first paper. Peter Kriel, General Manager at The Independent Institute of Education shares the following tips.

JUNE: ORGANISE AND PLAN

“With five months to go, you still have time to set clear goals and understand your objectives. You should use this time to identify the grades you want to achieve and the subjects you need to focus on. Create a study schedule to ensure that you plan your time effectively, and develop a realistic study schedule that covers all subjects, balancing schoolwork and personal time,” says Kriel.

“The most important approach however is to stick to the schedule as at this stage consistency is crucial”.

OUR TEAM

JULY: BUILD A STRONG FOUNDATION

With only four months to go, you should focus on active learning techniques such as writing down key concepts and points in your own words. You can also consider study groups since studying with peers can provide new insights and make learning more enjoyable.

It is also now a good time to complete past papers or sample questions to get familiar with the exam format and timing and to help you focus on aspects that you have not yet mastered.”

HEAD OFFICE

AUGUST: DEEPEN UNDERSTANDING

With three months to go, and if you met your deliverables in the previous month, you would now have a good idea as to where the gaps are, notes Kriel.

“The time is now to focus on weak areas to regularly assess your progress and keep identifying areas where you struggle. Spend extra time on these weak areas and use a variety of study methods like flashcards, mind maps and educational videos to keep things interesting and deepen your understanding.”

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SEPTEMBER: INTENSIVE REVIEW

The preparation pace must now increase and become laser-focused on the exams which are two months away.

“It would be a good idea to practice and review by taking full-length practice exams under timed conditions, as this builds exam stamina and time management skills. Critically go through your answers to understand what you did well and where you can improve, and focus on these areas now.”

OCTOBER: FINAL PREPARATIONS

It is the big month and time for final revisions. This month you must focus on reviewing the most critical concepts and information in each of your subjects. However, avoid overloading yourself. Short, focused review sessions are more effective at this stage. Get a good idea of your exam schedule and plan your exam days to avoid last-minute stress. Ensure that you have all necessary supplies such as pens, pencils, calculators, and your ID.

LAERSKOOL WESTWOOD

Eerste rugbyspan en OOP A & B netbalspanne

Hier is ons eerste rugbyspan en on OOP A & B Netbalspanne.

ATKV redenaars

Primary Schools Assessments 3 Factors that lay the foundation for success

As parents, we eagerly watch our children attempt and reach their milestones from birth. One significant milestone that often fills us with both excitement and apprehension is their first big formal assessments in primary school. In public schools, these are usually the mid-year exams in Grade 5, which thousands of students across the country are currently preparing for. In private schools, formal assessments may only start later, with Grade 6 students starting out by writing core subjects at year-end, and full formal assessments starting in Grade 7.

Regardless of when these formal assessments first start, students and parents will face new expectations in terms of planning, studying, commitment and scope of work that needs to be mastered – amounting to moving up to the next level in students’ academic journey.

“It is important for parents to understand this move into the next phase, and the importance of these exams in terms of setting the tone for a successful academic journey for the rest of students’ lives,” says Nalani Singarum, Academic Advisor: InterSen Phase at ADvTECH Schools, a division of JSE-listed ADvTECH, Africa’s leading private education provider.

“While a good performance in formal assessments should be planned and worked towards, parents also need to realise that the experience of the journey of studying and preparing at this time will make a substantial impact on the child’s approach to exams in the future, when adult assistance and guidance won’t be available or even desirable.”

Singarum says there are 3 FACTORS that can lay the groundwork for developing a successful study foundation, to help empower and support young students during this crucial time and in the future.

CULTIVATING A POSITIVE MINDSET AND ATMOSPHERE

Parents’ influence and attitude matter. Our children absorb our emotions like sponges, and if we ourselves approach exams with anxiety or negativity, or a push for peak performance at all costs, they’ll pick up on it. Instead, parents must aspire to model a positive attitude. Share stories of your own exam experiences, with an emphasis on growth and learning. Encourage your child to view exams as opportunities to showcase their knowledge and skills.

ORGANISATION AND PREPARATION

Make the effort to create a clutter-free, dedicated study zone over which the student can feel some ‘ownership’, to set the stage for focused learning. Ensure it’s free from distractions like mobile phones. Before study sessions, check that stationery, textbooks, and an exam pad are readily available. This simple step minimizes disruptions and keeps the momentum going.

Help your child break down the work, as large tasks can overwhelm anyone, but especially young students. Help them section the exam requirements into manageable pieces, and guide them in terms of creating summaries and flash cards (without doing the job for them!).

Celebrate small victories every day. Each section completed is progress toward success, and reduces the need for anxietyridden cramming the day or weekend before the exam.

Encourage your child to develop a habit of writing and drawing keywords while studying, as this reinforces memory retention. Whether it’s jotting down key points, solving math problems, or practising spelling, the act of writing solidifies understanding. This is the age where just reading the textbook for revision is no longer a strategy for success.

Parents also need to realise that the experience of the journey of studying and preparing at this time will make a substantial impact on the child’s approach to exams in the future.

GOALSETTING & EFFORT

Formal assessments in primary school are important in terms of performance, but in the earlier years, laying the foundation for future years is even more important. This is the time to show your child how to determine and set achievable goals, to provide direction and motivation.

Teach your child that effort matters and that hard work pays off. Anxiety may still creep in, but consistently putting in the work, a little bit every day at this stage, helps students feel more empowered.

As parents, we hold the keys to unlock our child’s potential, and the next few weeks are an important learning process and milestone in their educational journey. By fostering a positive mindset, ensuring organisation, and emphasizing effort, we empower them to thrive during their first big exams, while at the same time empowering them to become lifelong learners with a positive attitude even in the face of challenges.

Baie geluk aan ons sprekers wat deurdring na die volgende rondte by die ATKV redenaars kompetisie.

Baie geluk aan Kaelan

Valke o.12A Rugby

Ioann Mann is in die SA Skaakliga o.11.

Skaak

Oop A & B Netbalspanne

Eerste rugbyspan

LAERSKOOL BAANBREKER

ATKV-Redenaars

Baie geluk aan die Banies wat deurdring na die semi-finale rondte vir ATKV-Redenaars. Ons is baie trot op julle en wens julle alle sterkte toe vir die toekoms!

Spanredenaars - 1 Junie 2024

Rouxché-Milan Sevenster Gr. 3

Larizta Booyens Gr. 5

Mischke Lourens Gr. 4

Henrich Vorster Gr. 6 Zack Meyer Gr. 4

Daniël vd Merwe Gr. 7

Shereé Jordaan, Tenishke Greyvensteyn, Me. v Rooyen, Sebastian Henning, Daniel vd Merwe.

Mischke Lourens, Martelize Stroebel, Ll’iree vd Westhuizen, Erich Meyer.

Rouxché-Milan Sevenster, Mikayla Booyens, Elri Vorster, Luke Meiring.

Evert Serfontein, Eske Strauss, Zeane Verster, Michael Viljoen.

Lehan Pretorius, Alana Venter, Peyton vd Westhuizen, Jeanru Lombard.

Abigail Meiring, Heinrich Vorster, McCalister Bubb, Nathan Kotze.

Ryan Smith, Lizé Homewood, Me. Henning, Mieke Churchill, Amelia Wolvaardt.

Ethan Rheeder Gr. 4

Tenishke Greyvensteyn Gr. 7

Graad 7 behaal 95%

Graad

LAERSKOOL GOUDRAND

u.12A Netball team Second place - League | Second place - Playoffs

C.Okeke, B.Mulanga, C.Mahlangu, M.Marange, N.Mfuphi, N.Biogio. Coaches: E.Opperman, N.Scholtz.

u.12B Netball team First place - League | Second place - Playoffs

u.11A Netball team First place - League | Third place - Playoffs

S. Josephine, V.Matiza, P.Tshimanga, N. Moloi, A.Mnisi, C. Van Wyk, S.Sibiya. Coaches: C.Uitenweerde, B.Smith.

H.Moremi, A.Mutshinya, J.Manuana, L.Baloyi, S.Moalosi. Coaches: E.Opperman, N.Scholtz.

u.11B Netball team First place - League | Second place - Playoffs

P.Mbuli, M.Emedy, K.Hills, L.Ratshubai, O.Masina, H.Thage, S.Makamure. Coaches: C.Uitenweerde, B.Smith.

LAERSKOOL CONCORDIA

Daniel Kambaba Mule made the VALKE u.12 A team.

Lonwabo Mpu made the VALKE u.13 A team.

Zijan Otto, Ruan Wolmarans, Ricardo Small.

Liam Burke, Clayton Pretorius, Ruben Trytsman, Ruan Clarke.

Ricardo Small, Zijan Otto, Ruan Wolmarans Stefan Pienaar.

Baie geluk aan die manne wat gekies is vir die Cravenweek-Groep!

Ernie Els Ekurhuleni Qualifier 2024.

Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders wat aan die ATKV Gauteng-Oos semi-finaal deelneem, komende Saterdag 25 Mei, te Laerskool

Ons manne geniet hul rugby! Valkespelers en Valke afrigterspan!

o.11: 1ste Caleb Green, 3de Liam Pretorius. o.9: 2de Caleb Britz.

Ethan Brink Gr. 7

Nadia Venter Gr. 7

Bastian J v Rensburg Gr. 5

Leane van Tonder Gr. 7

Amber Green Gr. 6

Tayton Myburgh Gr. 5

BOKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL

Teacher Soccer on fun day in May

Well done Roxy Postma with your outstanding achievements for Karate. She competed in the WUKF Nationals and Afro-Asian Championships 2024 and received the following medals: • Silver for Individual Kata • Gold for Ippon Kumite

CURRO HELDERWYK

Avijeet Das, a Grade 7 student from Curro Helderwyk, showcased his skills at the 2024 JKA National Championships for Karate hosted at Ellis Park, representing Gauteng on the 17th and 18th of May 2024. He earned a bronze medal in his division and was awarded his South African colors. Well done Avijeet! We are incredibly proud of your achievements!

Eastern High School League Champions Karate

We’re thrilled to announce that our primary and high school drummie teams have performed beyond expectations at the latest GMCs provincial competitions. Being our first year participating, our girls showed tremendous sportsmanship and made Curro Helderwyk proud.

Results: Primary school - Champ of Champs: 3rd place in Gauteng High School - Overall 5th place.

We are thrilled to announce that our soccer boys have won their finals and are officially the CHAMPIONS of the Eastern High School League, after a comfortable 3-0 win against Germiston High School. A spectacular performance in the second half won us the game! Ranthu, Mpilo, and Keith each scored a goal, ensuring the team’s success. This well-deserved win is a testament to their hard work and dedication, which has paid off this season. On behalf of the entire school, we congratulate the soccer boys and coach Loyiso on their outstanding season! They have truly earned the admiration of the entire school community.

Mountain biking team in new strip at event in Pretoria.

u.15 Netball

u.14 Netball

Roxy Postma

Avijeet Das

Drummie News

ST DOMINIC’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

Throughout the four days of exhilarating netball action, a total of 3,520 goals were scored, showcasing the skill and dedication of the participating teams. The festival not only provided a platform for fierce competition but also fostered camaraderie and sportsmanship among players, coaches, and supporters alike.

Thank you to the head coach of the Spar Women’s Netball team, Jenny van Dyk for coming out and giving all the girls some words of encouragement!

The success of the festival would not have been possible without the generous support of sponsors. St Andrew’s School for Girls extends its heartfelt gratitude to TravelPA, Motus Mercedes, Flostate, Bossa Bedfordview, Avis, AEP Energy Africa, Bioderma, Herbalife, and Planet Fitness for their invaluable contributions.

Well done to Reddam Bedfordview for winning the Championship trophy; and to Amarachi Obiedelu from Holy Rosary, for being named Player of the Festival!

(Photo

Ernest Blignault)

of Deputy Head of Academics and Discipline, and Mrs Aziezah Essop will carry the portfolio of Deputy Head of Student Affairs.

Mrs Deidré Bauer and Mrs Aziezah Essop are well known to our community, and they have extensive experience in teaching and leadership. They have carried various leadership portfolios within St Andrew’s, and they have a sound understanding of the needs of the Intersen Phase students, parents, and staff.

We wish both Mrs Essop and Mrs Bauer all the very best in their new roles at St Andrew’s School for Girls.

Senior School Head of Chapel

St Andrew’s School for Girls Senior School Head of Chapel, Teteane Moloantoa, addressed our staff at the start-of-term Eucharist Service. As a Grade 12 girl, she showed wisdom and confidence beyond her age; and moved the congregation through her life story and message of ‘Changing the Perspective’. Teteane spoke to the story of David and Goliath - likening our own battles to Goliath, and our inner strength and faith in God to being the conquerors of the giant.

We are in awe of your courage and faith, Teteane, and we thank you for bravely sharing your story with our staff. May God continue to work through you, and bless you!

Teteane Moloantoa

St Andrew’s celebrating after a match.

credit:

Mrs Deidré Bauer and Mrs Aziezah Essop

Karley Bussack

Venezia Vieira

Jordan Campbell

Christelize Trollip

Nikita Da Silva

Jordyn Kollia

Karabo Mahlangu

Julia Smargiasso

St Dominic’s Matric Dance

HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

Rowing Karate Equestrian

Congratulations to Kaitlyn Reddy and Alexia Cheketri for their incredible results at the South African JKA Championships.

Kaitlyn competed in the novice division where she placed 2nd and Alexia competed in the elite division where she placed 3rd. Both girls were awarded their South African Colours and Alexia has been invited to compete in Japan in October this year.

Our Equestrian Team competed at SANESA Q3 on 18 and 19 May and achieved excellent results :

Primary School:

• Shea Wöhler and Mr King: 5th place in Working Riding; 5th place in Dressage Intro Walk/Trot/Canter Test 3

• Taylor Michie and Chocco: 4th place in Dressage Prelim Test 2, 2nd place in Dressage Prelim Test 3

High School:

• Leoni Saltas and Paisley Eezi Todd: 4th place in both Junior Novice Dressage Test 2 and 3, 4th place in 90cm Show Jumping Competition, 1st in Dressage Freestyle, Tied 4th place in 90cm Equitation.

Congratulations to our netball 1st team for defending their title and winning the Catholic Schools’

Congratulations to Hannah Roetger, Nicola McDonald, Caitlin De Freitas, and Ashleigh Thirlwell, along with Coach Alex Ennis, for securing spots on the Gauteng Provincial Rowing Team!

We are thrilled to announce that Caitlin De Freitas, Hannah Roetger, Nicola McDonald, and Head Coach Alexandra Ennis have earned coveted spots on the South African Junior Rowing Team. Their exceptional talents will be showcased on the global stage as they compete in the Junior World Championships in Canada this August. It’s a huge privilege for these athletes to represent their country, reflecting not only their talent but also their commitment to their sport and their nation. We wish them the best of luck and are immensely proud of their achievements.

We are very proud of former Holy Rosary Rowing Girls, Emma Gomes and Courtly Nicolson! Both have been selected to represent their country in the FISU World University Rowing Championships, to be held in Rotterdam, Netherlands, this July.

Alexia Finlayson

Ashleigh Thirlwell

Alexandra Ennis (Coach), Nicola McDonald, Hannah Roetger and Caitlin De Freitas.

Emma Gomes and Courtly Nicolson

Kaitlyn Reddy Alexia Cheketri

Leoni Saltas Shea Wöhler Taylor Michie

Well done to Alexia Finlayson for being chosen for the Gauteng Basketball team.

2024 Open Netball Tournament!

Basketball

Netball

Congratulations to the Poetry Slam competition winners. Baie geluk aan die wenners van die Poetry Slam-kompetisie.

Laerskool Edleen is the overall Chess Champions of the Kempton Park School League! Laerskool Edleen is die algehele Skaakkampioene van die Kempton Park Skoleliga! Julle maak ons TROTS!

Nkateko Maluleka

Nkateko Maluleka was chosen to be part of the u.13 Gauteng Netball’s practise team.

u.9A Chess Team -

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HOËRSKOOL KEMPTON PARK

Kortbaanmotorfiets

Ilzaan Steyn het deelgeneem aan die Starpower International danskompetisie en ‘n sertifikaat ontvang vir ‘n gemiddeld van 95% - 100% vir klopdans. Baie geluk Ilzaan.

Ruben en Luan Weterman het aan die tweede rondte van die SA Kortbaanmotorfietswedrenne (SA Short Circuit Series) deelgeneem en die volgende uitslae behaal in die Sm1S-klas:

• Ruben - Algeheel 1e

• Luan - Algeheel 2e

Krieket

Seunshokkie

Aitken & Boden-Toernooi Finaal:

• Boden (A-Afdeling) wen 3-2 en eindig 11e.

• Aitken (B-Afdeling) eindig 4e na aanleiding van die 8-sekonde uitskietreël.

Die volgende leerders het deelgeneem aan die Junior Binnenshuise Kriekettoernooi as deel van die Gauteng Easters o.18-span. Die span het deurgedring na die finaal en silwer behaal.

Boonop is Kyle Le Roux en Wian Pieters gekies vir die SA o.18-Binnenshuise span. Baie geluk! Julle hou die Kempienaam hoog.

Baie geluk aan Mieke van Voorst wat deelgeneem het aan die 2024 Krieket Suid-Afrika SA20 o.19 Vrouekamp. Mieke is een van 36 topspelers wat gekies is - ‘n merkwaardige voorbeeld vir toekomstige kampioene!

van Voorst

Rugby LAERSKOOL BIRCHLEIGH

Ilzaan Steyn

Ruben (30) en Luan (31)

Kyle Le Roux

Ettiene Huyzers Wian Pieters

Mieke

Damela Mandivengerei (u.13 A Valke Team), Rametsi Sebake (u.13 A Valke Team) & Lesedi Nkosi (u.12 B Valke Team).

Lesedi Nkosi (u.12 B Valke team)

Damela Mandivengerei & Rametsi Sebake (u.13 A Valke team)

We are extremely proud of our rugby boys who made the various Valke rugby teams.

Gymnastics

CURRO SERENGETI

Gymnastics colours for Artistic Gymnastics.

Samson Phiri (Grade 7) has been selected as part of the LPL Jo’burg Premier Cricket League for the second consecutive year. He will represent the Cavalier Cats franchise later this year. He will also represent our school’s Champions Cricket Club team in their Jo’burg Winter League starting next month. We are exceptionally proud of Samson’s sport achievements both inside and outside of school.

Rugby 7’s Team

The Rugby 7’s first team from Primary School had a great season. We hosted the Warrior 7s tournament on 21 April and 18 June respectively. More than 10 different schools competed in the tournament. Additionally, our Geties got to meet the legendary Blitzbok Frankie Horne. Our u11 and 1st team completed the league season unbeaten. 6 out of 6.

Girls Cricket Open Team

Our girls finished 1st in their league winning all 8 matches played during the season. Player of the season was Payton Coppin who was also the teams captain for the season. During the season she also had 3 scores of over 90 runs per match.

Boys u.15: Our boys under 15 finished 3rd overall in the league. They played 8 matches and lost 1 match. Player of the season was Avile Gunuza who finished the season having scored 2 centuries during the season.

Boys opens. The school’s 1st team had a great season. They finished 2nd overall in the league. They played 8 matches and lost 1. They finished tied on points with the eventual league winners in Haerskool Stoffberg because head-to-head the team lost Stobberg.

Avile Gunuza finished as player of the season with 2 centuries and 3 half centuries.

It was an amazing year for our cricket as all 3 high school teams did very well. Other notable achievements were that of our 2 players in Payton Coppin and Avile Gunuza being selected for the Easterns u.19 and u.16 provincial sides, respectively.

Mountain Biking

Bella Grobler raced in the Cycle Lab MTB School Series at Primeview on Saturday, April 19, 2024, with 65 other girls racing, 29 of whom ceded. It was an extremely difficult race since they had to race flat out from the start.

The sub-junior girls raced two laps of 6.4 kilometers per lap. Bella and Amelie Moolman were neck and neck for the most of the race, but Bella managed to open up a distance on her second lap and maintain the lead all the way to the finish. Bella placed 1st in her age group.

Congratulations Bella, we are proud of you and all the best with your preparations for your upcoming race.

EASTLEIGH PRIMARY SCHOOL

for the participants.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Camps Bay High School’s Head of Sport, Ms. Busi Ngcwama, and Head of Cross Country, Ms. Juliah Mabaya, for their dedication in organising this successful event.

Special recognition is also extended to Camps Bay High School parents, Paul and Tanya Goddard for their invaluable support. Paul Goddard played a pivotal role in the event’s success. He meticulously ensured the course was safe and clear of branches for all runners, dedicating hours to removing obstacles such as branches and ensuring the path was clear.

Here are the final results from the race:

8KM Boys u.19:

1st: N. Oscroft - SACS

2nd: Bernard Lombaard - Rondebosch Boys

3rd: Leon Lubemba - Voortrekker

Camps Bay High School’s Akho Mayapi secured 4th place and Zaccai Kritzinger finished 14th.

6KM Girls u.19:

1st: Abigail Bester - Reddam Constantia

2nd: Isabella Tooley - Herschel

6KM Boys u.17:

329 Athletes Conquer Inter Schools Cross Country League Race at Camps Bay High School

1st: Scarlett van der Merwe - Jan van Riebeeck

2nd: Chanel Du Plessis - St. Cyprians

3rd: Kasia Liebenberg - Westerford

1st: Christian Maier - SACS

2nd: D. Powell - SACS

3rd: James Osmond - Fish Hoek

4KM Girls u.16: 1st: Eva Herbertson - St. Cyprians

2nd: Abygael Kew - Westerford

3rd: Jessica Smith - Reddam Constantia

4KM Boys u.15:

1st: Jonty Mertens - Reddam House Constantia

2nd: George Nuttall - Rondebosch Boys

3rd: C. Chitonge - SACS

4KM Girls u.15:

1st: Teagan Hudson - Fish Hoek

2nd: Isabella Herbertson - St. Cyprians

3rd: Isabella Blaser - American International School

4KM Boys u.14: 1st: Adam Hodgson - Milnerton

2nd: Caleb Hunter - Fish Hoek

3rd: Eshaan Banoo - Fish Hoek

Soccer: Discovery Festival

Well done to our boys who participated at the Discovery Festival earlier this year:

• Cayden Ogle

• Michael Mthembo

They won 6 games lost 2 and drew 1.

• Arien Johnson

• Nicholas Shoko

3rd: Lena Wiroth - Reddam Atlantic

1st: R. Scott - Rondebosch Boys

2nd: Grant Hacking - American International School

3rd: Luke Henderson - Westerford

Camps Bay High School’s Blake van Wyk finished in 13th place.

4KM Girls u.14: 1st: E. Gardner - Rustenburg

2nd: Amy Gold - Springfield Convent 3rd: Anna Chernyk - Camps Bay

In addition to Camps Bay High School’s Anna Chernyk’s great podium finish, Sophia Goddard, despite injury showed resilience, finishing in 17th place.

Ipeleng Mogotsi, Thembelihle Khoza, and Dzithando Muthambi

Samson Phiri

Ipeleng Mogotsi, Thembelihle Khoza, and Dzithando Muthambi received their Ekurhuleni

EDENGLEN HIGH SCHOOL

Dance

Edenglen High School’s Grade 8 learner Zoe Cloud has impressed audiences and judges alike at the recent SABOD (South African Body Of Dance) street dance competition The competition, which took place from April 18th to 21st, saw Zoe showcasing her exceptional talent, taking home first place in both the Jazz and Show dance solo categories for the 13-14 year age group. Zoe trains at One Step Ahead Dance Studio located in Harmelia, where she hones her skills under the expert guidance of her dance teacher, Desiree Demianenko. Congratulations to Zoe Cloud on her well-deserved win!

Committee Members

Edenglen High Extends Gratitude to Essentially Edenvale and Ward 18 Committee members.

Edenglen High School wishes to express its sincere gratitude to the Essentially Edenvale community volunteers and Ward 18 committee member for environmental development for their recent generous donation of gardening tools.

This donation will be instrumental in supporting our school’s ongoing efforts to maintain and beautify our school grounds. The new gardening tools will empower our students to actively participate in hands-on learning experiences.

Edenglen High School Holds Successful Blood Donor Drive

Edenglen High School hosted a successful blood donor drive on Friday, April 29th, 2024. The event saw a total of 49 generous individuals participate in donating blood, potentially saving up to 147 lives. Blood donations are crucial for maintaining a safe and sufficient blood supply for those in need of transfusions. Edenglen High School’s initiative demonstrates a commendable commitment to social responsibility and community well-being. The participation of 49 donors highlights the school’s ability to mobilize its student body and staff members towards a worthy cause.

u.10 boys made it through to Semi of the discovery cup

EDENGLEN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Netball and Soccer

You made us proud and we have no doubt that you will continue to make us proud!

UPDATE ON THE NETBALL LEAGUE:

The netball league was a tough one yet again - 7 weeks of blood, sweat and tears. Through the hard work and dedication of the players and their coaches, we managed to take 2nd place for both our u11 and the u.12 teams. It was a well-deserved place as we showed courage, strength and fought until the very end. The u.11 and u.12 team played in the playoffs on the 20th of May. They both won their first game and proceeded to the final round. Unfortunately, they lost in this round, but both teams placed 2nd in the Edenvale and Germiston league ( a total of twelve schools).

We are incredibly proud of the girls, and we know we will come back with a bang next year! Once an

Zoe Cloud

Khanyezi Kekana (Best Defence of the Tournament) and Ponza Mpitso (Player of the Tournament)

Kwayde Spies Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament

CURRO EDENVALE

Eskom Science Expo

The following learners participated in the Eskom Science Expo at St Dominic’s on Monday 06 May 2024.

• Aliyah Moffatt

• Scarlett Stace

• Kudakwashe Gara

• Gianna Sewnandan

• Kelsey Miller

• Gabriel Hendricks

• Tavian Kalideen

We are so proud of our Grade 7 learners as they have all made it through to regionals which will be taking place in August: Gianna Sewnandan, Tavian Kalideen, Kelsey Miller, Scarlett Stace and Aliyah Moffatt are pictured below.

Matric Career Expo

The Grade 12 learners attended an expo at school, hosted by Rocking Your Future. Various institutions were present to educate learners about the different courses they offer, which learners can pursue after matric.

Ring Ball

EDENVALE HIGH SCHOOL

Congratulations to Skyla Nel for making the u.18 Ekurhuleni North Ring Ball team and good luck for the South African team selections at the provincial tournament.

Nel

Indoor Netball

Congratulations to Shiloh and Keona Berardelli who have been selected to represent South Africa in the Indoor Netball Tri-Nations to be held in New Zealand from 9th to 30th of July 2024.

and

Hockey

• u.18 A: Jarred Rahman

Boys:

• u.14 A: Bokang Dikole, Roland Ndlovu, Tshiamo Nake

• u.14 B: Hope Ngirumikize

• u.16 A: Jordan Lunt, Ndalo Mojalefa

Swimming

Congratulations to Kaden for competing in the South African National Junior Age Group Championships where he competed in 4 events and set PB for all four events. He achieved two additional SA National qualifying times and made two finals when he placed 4th and received a silver medal in the 200m breaststroke. Kaden represented Eastern Gauteng Aquatics and the South African National Aquatics Championships and Olympic Trials where he participated in three events and set PBs for all three strokes.

Congratulations to the following Hockey Boys and girls who have been selected for the Eastern Gauteng Hockey teams in their age groups. We wish them all the best for their Inter Provincial Tournaments in July.

Girls:

• u.18 B: Colby Maduray, Jett Matthews, Luc Bertillon, Raul Deen

• u.18 non traveling reserve: Caden De Matos

• u.14 A: Chloe-Paige Lunt and Madison Giloi

• u.16 B: Bongiwe Kebenu and Leilah Fall

• u.18 A: Latavia Mahabeer.

Skyla

Shiloh

Keona Berardelli Kaden

JACARANDA ACADEMY

Combined Leader Assembly

We’re thrilled to announce our new Head Boy, Head Girl, and prefects for 2024! Congratulations to all who were successful in securing these important roles. A big thank you to the parents who attended and to EMPD for their support in making this morning’s Prefect Assembly a success!

We’re thrilled to announce the results of our Combined Leader Assembly! Congratulations to our newly elected Scholar Patrol, RCL members, and Prefects for 2024.Your dedication is truly inspiring. Let’s work together to make our school community even better! Thank you to all the parents that attended and to the EMPD - Crime Unit for their support.

Sports Day

What a Sports Day at Jacaranda Academy! From thrilling races to intense matches, every moment was filled with energy and enthusiasm. Our learners showcased incredible talent and sportsmanship, making us all proud.

A huge thank you to our dedicated staff, volunteers, supportive parents and learners for making this event a success. Here’s to the champions of today and the champions of tomorrow!

Bokang Monwa and Mr Reetesh Rajkumar Bokani Velempini with Mr Reetesh Rajkumar

Tshegofatso Mzimba ,Kayla Jordaan, Cameron Bethwaite, Gregory Millard, Jayden Rance, Taylin Reddy, Khwezi Rheretiane.

Mrs Balla and Mridul Narain Mrs Balla and Milani Ntuta Mrs Balla and Skylar Naidoo

Bokang Monwa, Katlego Moshoeshoe, Andrea Ntumba, Ayushi Chatterji, David Mabunda, Bokani Velempini, Aarushi Hemrajh, Elijah De Spot.

Head Boy Head Girl

Ms Scrooby, Ms Ntumba with the winners of Sports Day the Blue Sharks