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Katlego Maboe Growing up in the town of Potchefstroom, Katlego Maboe completed his school years at Potchefstroom Central School and Potch Boys High, matriculating in 2004. Throughout his life, Katlego has been very active and his love for singing has manifested itself in his involvement in the well known South African acapella boyband, Flip a Coin, as one of the group’s lead vocalists and beat-boxers. One of the qualities that have to lead to his successes is his ability to communicate with people from all walks of life, a skill that is enhanced by the fact that Katlego is fully tri-lingual in English, Afrikaans and Setswana.
Which school did you attend? I started primary school at Tsepho Primary School in Potchefstroom, then during my Grade 4 year I transferred to Potchefstroom Central School and then to Potch Boys’ High. I was always that ambitious kid. I remember once, during an assembly at Tsepho Primary, we were all asked what we wanted to be when we grew up, and I stood front row with my hand in the air saying I wanted to be a scientist! Not that I knew what a scientist was, but I had heard the word in one of the TV programmes that I watched. Changing over to Potchefstroom Central School was very different from Tsepho Primary School. It was a place I very quickly had to establish my own space and decide what I wanted to achieve in my life. I tried to make my family proud because I understood that they had made significant sacrifices for me to be there. I wanted to do my best in athletic competitions, cultural competitions, academic competitions. What is your best memory of high school? That would probably be being chosen for the U/17 Provincial Cricket team and going to East London for the National Provincial Cricket Week. I was quite a keen sportsman, especially in cricket. Another highlight in my school career was being part of the North West Youth Choir, in particular, the European trip that we took in Grade 11. I was fortunate enough to get a sponsorship from one of the parents. I think that trip opened my eyes to a world of possibilities, and I believed that anything was possible as long as I worked hard enough.
The host of the popular SABC3 early morning show Expresso, and the much-loved Strictly Come Dancing South Africa (season 7 and 8), this Cape Town-based TV presenter, singer, voice-over artist, MC, model and actor is undoubtedly making his mark in the South African media industry. AWSUM got to know him better.
What were you like in high school? I was the nerd type of kid, and I was never friends with the “cool kids”! I kept to myself and kept to my books because I wanted to do well academically. I never tried to associate myself with the cool kids, I had very few friends. We all had similar ambitions, for instance, me and my friend Steven, would challenge each other on the cricket field to see who could go further even though we had different disciplines. How would your teachers have described you? I was a nerd, but I certainly wasn’t quiet! I was usually the one that asked a lot of questions, so I imagine I probably annoyed a lot of my teachers! But I think they would describe me as a disciplined learner. I hardly ever gave any trouble in class and I was always too scared of getting detention because firstly that means an entire Friday gone and secondly that would mean going home to very strict grandparents that wanted to know why I got detention in the first place.
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When you think about a fork in the road in your life, what was it and why did you choose that path? I think that would have to be when I was registering for my first year of university and I had to choose between studying music or pursuing a career in accountancy. Music has always been a big passion of mine but I thought perhaps the accountancy would fit me best in terms of what the economic faculty offered. I think that was a major decision for me, because had I chosen my immediate passion I would have been in a very different place in my life. I ended up choosing accounting, reluctantly, because I wanted something solid behind my name. I think it was a good decision to have studied accounting. It certainly boosted my confidence and put a certain measure of value to what you do. What advice would you give your 16-year-old self? I’d say to invest more time on the things you really enjoy doing. Like for instance, when I played cricket and managed to do well with the required amount of practice, I could have been better at it if I invested more time. Who knows where it could’ve taken me and the same applies to everything else. But you know as a 16-year-old there always seems to be more important things to do. What is the best thing about being a dad? I think it’s the unconditional love you receive and that you have created someone that will forever remember you as “Mom and Dad”. I think through all the laughter and smiling, he (our son) teaches us as adults that we forgotten the most important aspects of life. What does a typical Sunday look like for you and your family? We usually sleep in on Sundays, and being commandeered around by a 6-month-old! Sometimes we haved brunch with friends, but usually we just relax and get ready for the week ahead. Best road trip of your life? Without a doubt The Garden Route! It was an enjoyable time seeing some of the country’s most beautiful parts. What amazes you most about society nowadays? I think it’s amazing that a lot of enlightened young people are trying to find themselves in positions and careers that will be for the betterment of other people’s lives as opposed to making money. For instance, I was watching this documentary called “Insta-Famous” and one of the guys they were profiling is a surfer with a passion for photography and he takes these cool images of waves crashing. He turned his passion into a career, which I think should be the motivation for any career choice.
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ST PETER’S GIRLS PREP SCHOOL (t) 011 367 6631 (e) girlsreception@stpeters.co.za
ST PETER’S BOYS PREP SCHOOL (t) 011 705 3423 (e) reception@stpeters.co.za
TSSA Conference at St Peter’s with speaker James Nottingham The Learning Pit – Encouraging Deeper Thinking St Peter’s welcomed James Nottingham, to Royce Hall on Wednesday, 13 February, to share and inspire over 230 educators from 45 schools throughout Gauteng with his anecdotes and vision for the future of Education. James hated school. The fact that he is a champion activist for forward thinking and deeper learning is in itself a phenomenon. He is the co-founder and executive director of the company Challenging Learning, the goal of which is to transform the most up-to-date research into strategies that can be used in the classroom. James is a well-known author who has penned many books to help educators and parents deal with the demands of making schooling pleasant for their children. James studied Philosophy of Children on which he has based many of his lessons, books and inspirational talks. He believes that his research and learning has revealed three pillars; Children need to think more; they should be encouraged to go beyond their answer and to make connections in order to reach a deeper understanding and curiosity for the unknown. James explained how we can use challenge to develop resilience, higher-order thinking skills and a growth mindset. His advice to teachers and parents with regard to their children is invaluable – ENCOURAGE RATHER THAN RESCUE! James Nottingham, author and entrepreneur developed The Learning Pit Model in order to help students through the process and stages of engaging in a collaborative way. This leads to progress through pioneering challenges designed to invoke various thought processes. St Peter’s is already an accredited Thinking School and James’ presentation complemented many of our learning and teaching strategies. This form of Positive Psychology is yet another example of how we are making our teaching visible at our school. He encourages parents to get involved with their children. Help create the excitement around learning. Get a preview of what is happening in the classroom so as to give your kids a greater appreciation for what they are learning. Make connections with their environment so as to make learning more apt and meaningful. It was a thought-provoking, motivating conference which allowed the opportunity for the professional development of our staff as well as the showcasing of the Thinking Skills work done at St Peter’s. Excited teachers came away empowered and inspired to reflect on their approaches and stratagems in the classroom knowing that sometimes a slight change can make THE WORLD OF difference.
ST PETER’S COLLEGE (t) 011 807 5315 (e) info@stpeterscollege.co.za Old Petrian’s Water polo Girl’s Tournament Sunninghill - St Peter’s College will be hosting the 15th Annual Old Petrian’s Water Polo Tournament for girls as well as the 4th Annual Old Petrian T20 Cricket Festival. The tournaments will take place from Thursday, 21 February – Sunday, 24 February 2019 at St Peter’s College. The Water Polo open girl’s tournament is the largest and the most prestigious girl’s Waterpolo tournament in South Africa. There will be 28 schools facing each facing each other and just over 360 girls who will be fighting to emerge as the winners of this tournament. The tournament will be played under the new FINA rules and will also be the first tournament in South Africa to apply these rules. The tournament also presents an opportunity for all the water polo officials to gain their point ranking for the application of the new rules. The Old Petrina Cricket Tournament is set to change direction with new innovation being applied for the T20. The tournament aims to keep up with international standards and to regain its glory as the most beloved family sports amongst school sports fans. 14 teams will be competing against each other and the St Peter’s College team hopes to take advantage of the home ground advantage for this tournament.
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FOURWAYS HIGH SCHOOL (t) 011 465 1104/07 (e) fourways@4ways.co.za
Proud of Nadya! Triathlete Nadya Stolarczyk has won the gold medal at the Troutbeck ATU Triathlon African Cup held in Zimbabwe (16 February 2019).
PARKTOWN BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL
(t) 011 642 4531/2 (e) info@parktownboys.com
Fight with Insight #Luke Lamprecht The Heart of the Lion learners visited the Fight with Insight offices on Wednesday . Do what they do best giving back to our community! For the first time in years their store room were packed and organised to top notch standard. They assisted in getting the offices fire compliant. Cleaning the kitchen. Organising the library so that they can support and offer educational courses for young people who are outside formal learning environments or who have learning difficulties. Our Heart of the Lion boys doing us proud whilst giving so much of themselves to the community! You are an inspiration!
BRYANSTON HIGH SCHOOL (t) 011 706 6010 (e) bryhigh@bryanston.com Councillor camp The Councillors of 2019 spent the past few days bonding and developing their leadership skills at Konka. It was a very busy few days and the councillors fully embraced all that was asked of them with tremendous enthusiasm and commitment. They really are an incredible group of dynamic young leaders. Thank you to the wonderful staff of Konka for a great weekend!
Swimming Total medal count for our swimmer Megan Shepherd at CANA: • 6 gold • 2 silver • 4 bronze • 2 championship records in the relays What an incredible swimmer! We are so proud of you!!!
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HELPMEKAAR KOLLEGE (t) 011 339 2226/7 (e) info@helpmekaar.co.za Gemeenskapsdiens
Krieket Dit was ‘n ongelooflike goeie naweek vir Helpie-krieket by die onderskeie festivals. Die o.15’s wen teen Michaelhouse en Cornwall Hill met Neil Timmers wat 120* lopies slaan. Die eerstespan wen teen Bishops met Neil Eksteen wat 117* lopies slaan. Baie geluk, manne!
Tydens hierdie maand van liefde het “puppy love” ‘n letterlike betekenis gekry. ‘n Paar Helpie-harte is deur die hondjies van die Animal Anti-Cruelty League, in Rosettenville, gesteel. Die Helpies het op 20 Februarie vir ‘n oriënteringsbesoek gegaan en met die honde en katte gekuier. Ons het 210 kg kos vir hierdie waardige organisasie saamgeneem. Baie dankie aan elke ouer en leerling wat ‘n bydrae gemaak het.
LAERSKOOL ESPERANZA
(t) 011 673 5103 (e) laerskoolesperanza@telkomsa.net
Well done girls, you did us proud! Congratulations to Mmakoena Mokoele. She came 2nd in u/11 girls long jump. Martina Jengo came 1st in the 80m for girls u/7 and 2nd in the 60m.
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LAERSKOOL JAN CELLIERS (t) (0)11 646 3336 (e) bemarking@jancelliers.co.za
(t) 011 791 6160/1 (e) skool@fontainebleau.co.za
24 Gekies vir Johannesburg-Noord Krieket Areaspanne
Interlaer Atletiek – Vrydag, 8 Februarie
Baie geluk aan die volgende seuns wie gekies is vir die Johannesburg-Noord Krieketareaspanne. Hulle neem deel aan die Gauteng-area se Saterdag-liga tot 9 Maart 2019. Mnr. Fred van Zyl is ook verkies as Johannesburg-Noord se krieket-areakoördineerder. Jan Celliers het die meeste seuns van alle skole in hierdie area. Knap gedaan! #trotsjancelliers #jancellierskrieket.
Na afloop van Vrydag, 8 Februarie se Interlaerbyeenkoms, kan ons met trots sê dat Laerskool Fontainebleau se atlete 2de geëindig het. Baie geluk aan al ons atlete met julle pragtige prestasies. ‘n Spesiale woord van dank aan elke afrigter vir hul harde werk! Ons het 14 1ste plekke, 9 2de plekke en 10 3de plekke behaal!
D10 Kampioenskappe Die volgende atlete het Saterdag, 16 Februarie deelgeneem aan die D10 Kampioenskappe te Ruimsig: Mignon la Grange (GS), Willie Lindeque (GS), RJ Barnard (200m), Ayden Davel (GS), Chané Vermeulen (HS), Gilan Grobler (GS), Zuan Schoeman (GS), Janneke Bierman (1200m), Lenka du Toit ( 60m & 80m), Francois du Toit (60m) en Chris Kotze (80m). Baie sterkte! Hou Fonties se naam hoog!
Gauteng – Atletiekkampioenskappe 0.9 Stian v. d. Berg, Tobias de Klerk, Milan van Urk, Franz van der Merwe, Xander van Niekerk, Liam Venter, John van der Walt, Karel Jan Doyer (afwesig).
0.10 Sean Erasmus en Herman Basson.
0.11 Ombesa Matsha, Julian Nel, Ronin Hallowes, Ewan du Toit, Faan Burger.
Franco Colin, Janneke Bierman, Zuan Schoeman, Gilan Grobler, Disa Mari Bronn, Liam Post , Mignon La Grange, RJ Barnard, Willie Lindeque, Ayden Davel, Hendri Oosthuizen, Carla van Westing en Chané Vermeulen is deur na die die Gauteng Atletiekkampioenskappy Vrydag en Saterdag, 1/2 Maart 2019. Baie geluk en sterkte aan elkeen van julle!
HOËRSKOOL LINDEN (t) 011 888 1433/4 (e) linden@linden.co.za
Netbal 0.12 Schalk van der Merwe, Alexander Terblanche, Malan du Plessis, Daniel Venter, Ben Erasmus.
0.13 Zac Erasmus, Dewald Rautenbach, Gabriël van der Westhuizen, Ben le Roux.
Hoërskool Linden se netbaldogters leer vaardighede aan tydens ‘n netbalkliniek. Laerskool Louw Geldenhuys se o.13’s het ook saam met ons gespeel en ‘n voorsmakie van hoërskoolnetbal gekry. Ons sien uit na’ n suksesvolle seisoen wat eersdaags begin.
CRAIGHALL PRIMARY SCHOOL
(t) 011 788 7223/4 (e) gazette@craighallprimary.co.za
Commonwealth A Team Last week Wednesday on the 13 February the Commonwealth A team played an away match against King David Victory park. Rio picked up 3 wickets while Ned and Wesley each got 2 wickets. Craighall needed 73 runs to win. Michael opened the batting with Jack where they had a solid partnership. After we lost a couple wickets Michael and Wesley steered our team to our first win on the season. Well done to all of our players and a big thank you to the parents who came out to support!
Grade 1 Art & Yoga – Mrs Mela’s Class Grade 1’s being creative with their art and doing Yoga on a wet rainy Joburg day.
Hokkie Hoërskool Linden se seuns- en dogtershokkie het ‘n kliniek bygewoon ter voorbereiding vir die seisoen wat voorlê.
Tennis Dit is ‘n tradisie van #HSLinden se tennisdogters om die matrieks elke jaar op’ n baie spesiale wyse te groet. Mila Botha, Kiara Davel, Mireille Wandrag en Menine de Villiers het hulle laaste wedstryd vir Hoërskool Linden gespeel. Lindentennis groet julle. Mooi loop!
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LAERSKOOL LOUW GELDENHUYS (t) 011 782 5442 (e) pos@llg.co.za Ek is ‘n trotse Graad 1 Louwtjie Ons nuutste Louwtjies het onlangse hul handjies “vuil” gekry. Hulle het ‘n afdruk van hul hande gemaak om te wys dat hulle ook nou trotse Louwtjies is!
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Valentynsfees 2019 Die jaar het die graad 7’s weer als ingesit om ‘n uiters suksesvolle Valentynsfees te loots. Daar was baie pret en plesier! Baie dankie aan elke graad 7 leerling en hul ouers wat so hard gewerk het om die fees so ‘n sukses te maak.
Op Vrydag 22 Februarie het Louwtjies se 0/13 Netbaldogters ‘n netbalkliniek by H/S Linden bygewoon. Die kliniek is deur die Protea netbalspeler, Chrisna van Zyl aangebied. Groot dank aan Chrisna en Linden vir die geleentheid!
HOËRSKOOL RANDBURG (t) 011 782 6226 (e) sport@hsrandburg.co.za
BRYANSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 011 7061263 (e) newsletter@bryanstonprimary.co.za Bryanston Primary School off to a splashing start Bryanston Primary kicked off their sporting year with their inter-house gala on the 17th of January 2019. The four houses-Cobra, Hoopoe, Impala and Protea, battled it out in the pool for their houses. According to the Swimmers, it was a day filled with loads of fun. All the houses cheered on and supported their swimmers. Impala came out victorious by winning the Spirit Cup. All the houses were quick in the pool but couldn’t keep up with the winning house – Hoopoe. The Hoopoe swimmers rose to the occasion and swam their hearts out. The following swimmers won trophies in their respective categories: • Winner of Prior Trophy: Dean Palmer • Winner of Irvine-Smith Trophy: Zoe de Villiers • Winner of Maureen Zadikoff Trophy: Haytham Phillips • Winner of Doreen Alswang Trophy: Jessica van der Walt • Winner of Aitken Cup (Total Boys): Protea and Hoopoe • Winner of Williams Cup (Total Girls): Hoopoe • Winner of Freeme Cup (Spirit cup): Impala • Winner of Eve Martin Trophy (Combined Boys and Girls): Hoopoe House Results: • 1st Place – Hoopoe • 2nd Place – Protea • 3rd Place – Cobra • 4th Place: Impala
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House Captains 2019 Congratulations to the following learners who have been selected as Captains and Vice Captains for their houses. • Cobra Captain: Cameron Ó Neill and Jorja Kemsley • Vice-Captain: Farai Mtisi and Neo Mokhadi • Hoopoe Captain: Sbusiso Ngobeni and Deandria Naidoo • Vice-Captain: George Tchilingirov and Nthatile Kgedi • Impala Captain: Miguel De Gouveia and Zita Revell • Vice-Captain: Nikolas Mallaby and Lola Moremi • Protea Captain: Max Penedar and Mila Valenti-Brown • Vice-Captain: Shayaan Moodley and Nala Sibanda