MAY 2015
Southern Suburbs
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WOO HOO! AWSUM IS TURNING TWO! May marks a very special time for the AWSUM team. Not only is it the month of mothers; it’s also our birthday month! And because we’re in a party mood, we’ve got a whole stack of giveaways just for you.
see page 3 Make sure you enter the Natural Beauty competition. This is your last chance to make sure your school’s in the running to win R10 000.
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HOW TO QUALIFY: The School of the Month will be selected using a points system. • Is AWSUM being distributed to your learners via the classroom? 5 • Are parents told to look out for AWSUM News via the school communicator? 5 newsletters? 5 email? 5 Facebook? 5 other communications (please specify)? 5 • Has your school liked AWSUM News on Facebook? 5 • Are we a tab on your school website? 5 • Is your school news always submitted on time? 5 • Have you been informing us about upcoming school events to see how we can be of assistance? 5
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North Primary, Oakhurst Girls’ Primary, Bergvliet Primary, Rondebosch Boys’ Primary, St Joseph’s Marist College, Groote Schuur Primary, Golden Grove Primary, Bishops Preparatory, The Pinelands Primary School, The Grove Primary School, Rustenberg Girls’ Junior, Greenfield Kenilworth. High Schools: Rondebosch Boys’ High, Groote Schuur High, St Joseph’s Marist College, Pinelands High, Westerford High, Bishops Diacesan College, South African College High & Sun Valley Group of Schools.
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Every month, we will be selecting one school that has not only gone the extra mile to promote and distribute AWSUM News, but has also consistently been sending its monthly news on time. The chosen school will be awarded one full page of bragging space in AWSUM.
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SUN VALLEY PRIMARY CREATING SPORTING LINKS WITH ZIMBABWE SCHOOL, TWIN RIVERS
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Twin Rivers – a private school from Zimbabwe, visited Sun Valley Primary School to compete in both an U13A Girls Hockey match as well as an U13A Soccer match. Despite a determined, second half charge by Sun Valley, the hockey girls lost 0-1 to a strong touring team
Emily Hart
The SVPS U13A Soccer boys produced a great performance to start their season. The boys secured a 15-1 victory over Twin Rivers. Junior Lena stood out with his calmness under pressure, incredible ball control and passing.
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added great value to the learning experience. Real learning happens away from school and often away from home.
Grade 4’s invited the local police department to Sun Valley Primary School to have their cars washed while enjoying tea and cake, as part of their Community Service Project for the year. The police officers were pleasantly greeted with an assortment of cakes and coffee, and beaming Grade 4 learners, smiling from ear to ear, enjoyed the opportunity to show their gratitude by washing a police vehicle. After the activities, the Grades 4’s participated in a discussion by one of the detectives on, “A day in the life of a police officer in our community. The Gr 4’s thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to interact with these police officers, and were able to learn a lot from the experience. The police officers left feeling valued and appreciated and ready to serve our community.
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Cold and wet weather never deterred the enthusiasm of our students and their teachers at their annual Grade 6 Leadership Outdoor Learning Experience. This three day programme in the mountain near Grabouw is designed to deal with key issues young adolescence face during this season of their lives. This year the Camp was facilitated by Lead4Life who
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Are your kids stressed or even depressed?
By Hayden Horner Health24.com
Being a kid is great fun – for the most part. But kids can also experience stress and depression. Here’s what to look out for. Adults usually view the lives of kids as stress-free since children have no jobs to go to, meetings to attend, or bills to pay. However, psychologists know that kids, just like adults, can experience varying degrees of stress which, if not managed, can lead to serious mental and physical health problems. While some stress can be positive in that it provides the energy needed to tackle a big test or sports event, too much stress can create unnecessary hardship and challenges. When stress becomes drawn-out and unmanageable, adult intervention is needed to help the child cope.
So, when does stress become unhealthy?
A response to stress becomes unhealthy when it interferes with everyday, normal functioning. Some of the common ways in which stress can manifest in children may include the following: • Acting irritable or moody • Withdrawing from activities that used to give them pleasure • Routinely expressing worries • Complaining more than usual about school • Crying
How to reduce stress and anxiety
• Stay calm – Children look to their parents to determine how to react in situations.
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• Encourage bravery – If a child faces his fears, the anxiety reduces naturally on its own over time. • Reward bravery – A hug or kiss will do, and will encourage more acts of bravery. • Promote positivity – Affected children often get lost in negative thoughts and self-criticism. • Create relaxation time – Children need time to be kids. • Listen and understand – If your child says his worried or scared, believe them.
The link between stress and depression
The long-term negative consequences of stress on health can be insidious and may include a weakened immune system and higher risk of depression. Sustained or chronic stress, in particular, leads to elevated hormones such as cortisol, the “stress hormone”, and reduced serotonin and other neurotransmitters in the brain, including dopamine, a lack of which has been linked to depression.
Identifying and tackling depression
With depression in childhood, we often only think to look out for low mood and sadness, but one of the key features in childhood depression is irritability. You can also look out for a symptom known as anhedonia – a lack of or decrease in taking pleasure in tasks and activities that your child usually enjoys. As a parent or caregiver, you know your child best and will sense when something is wrong. Explore whether the symptoms you are seeing at home are evident in other settings, get as much collateral information as possible, and act. Take your child to the doctor for a full examination in order to rule out any possible medical conditions (such as anaemia, low blood pressure, blood sugar dysregulation, and thyroid problems). Once this is done, and if there is nothing medical that can account for your child’s symptoms, consult with a psychologist. Psychologists can assess whether the symptoms are in fact primarily related to a depression, or if there is another concern at play.
RONDEBOSCH BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL (t) 021 686 3987 (e) infoline@rondebosch.com
RONDEBOSCH PREMIER LEAGUE (RPL) - 20 & 21 MARCH 2015
A team effort at the recent alexo rondebsoch premier league event
The Alexo Bosch RPL finished off the cricket season in fine style! The event, in its second year, once again proved to be a success on so many levels. It was great to see an event which really pulls all areas of the cricket fraternity together and showcases some exceptional talent at the same time. The interaction between the different teams and age groups cannot have a price put upon it. The competition on the field
was indeed keen and there were a number of extremely close matches that kept the spectators on the edges of their seats. Superb batting in the final saw the team led by Jesse Christensen take the honours as team winners.
SCHOOLS WATER POLO SOUTH AFRICA Congratulations to James Hablutzel (left) and Dylan Watt (right) – both gr10. On being selected for the SA U16 boys water polo team to tour Malta in July.
GROOTE SCHUUR HIGH SCHOOL (t) 021 674 2165 (e) sysop@gshs.co.za.
FREEDOM SWIM
The Freedom Swim took place on Saturday 11 April. The swim is over 7.5km from Robben Island to Big Bay. Nic Mortley (gr11) finished 2nd in the wetsuit category and 10th overall according to the provisional results.His fundrai-sing for the NSRI waterwise programme (a programme that teaches young children how to swim) has brought in R18 000 in donations so far. Congratulations Nic!
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BRIEF HISTORY:
The English-medium school Groote Schuur High School, was founded in 1959 in the leafy suburb of Newlands. Originally a co-educational Afrikaans High School, it was established in the Vredenhof residence, presently the Frank Joubert Art and Design Centre. There were initially 37 learners but over the years pupil numbers have steadily increased, and after the addition of six extra classrooms in 2011, the learner numbers have grown to 830 in 2015. The present school building in Palmyra Road, Newlands was inaugurated in June 1964. In 1978 Nassau High School amalgamated with Groote Schuur. Today the Groote Schuur High School crest incorporates the lion of Nassau and the gable of Groote Schuur. The history of the school shows a spirit of enterprise, realism and adaptability. 1n 1991 it became the first public Afrikaans high school in South Africa with a broad admissions policy. Dual medium instruction was phased in from 1994. During this year, a boarding establishment was also built for boys and girls, now named Monorgan House. Since 2011 all tuition at Groote Schuur High School is in English only.
At Groote Schuur High School we... • Aim to provide an education that will develop the potential of each learner. • Nurture each learner’s individuality. • Foster an attitude of respect for all. • Work in a disciplined and attractive environment. • Strive to provide professional tuition at the highest level. • Maintain a balance between spiritual, academic, cultural and sporting activities. • Believe in promoting the values of tolerance and respect for all forms of faith and culture. • Believe in challenging problems and solving them with creativity and innovation. • Are eager to fulfil our role in the southern suburbs, as well as in the broader community.
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Mushroom chicken stir fry
By Jenny Morris
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS: • 20ml peanut or vegetable oil • 6 deboned skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces. • 3 Tbls corn flour • ½ tsp ground white pepper • ½ tsp salt • 1 tsp ground cumin • 6 spring onions with tops, roughly chopped • 300g Oyster or Shimeji mushrooms • 3cm fresh ginger, cut into very thin matchsticks • 3 cloves crushed garlic • 1 red chili, thinly sliced • 2 tbls soy sauce • ½ cup Wellington’s tomato sauce • 1 Tbls runny honey • Freshly chopped coriander • 150ml Veg or chicken stock
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METHOD: Place the chicken into a glass bowl with the corn flour, white pepper, salt and cumin – mix together to coat. Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan and stir fry the chicken in two batches for 3 minutes. Now return the chicken to the wok and add the mushrooms and spring onions, ginger, garlic and chili. Cook for 1 minute, stirring; add the soy sauce and tomato sauce, stir well to combine. Add honey and stock and cook the chicken till done, about another 10 minutes, stir in the coriander and serve with steamed rice or veggie noodles.
PINELANDS HIGH SCHOOL (t) 021 531 7410 (e) postmaster@phs.org.za
NEW HOCKEY ASTROTURF The installation of the full-sized hockey astroturf began on 1 April 2015. This is the realisation of a dream that was first proposed over twenty years ago and will enable students to train and play on a world-class hockey astro and to remain competitive at the highest level of school hockey.
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Photo 1 – A mockup of the new astroturf.
Mr Dave Campbell, incoming Principal of Pinelands High School.
Mr Dave Campbell succeeds Mr Jeremy Gibbon as Principal from May 2015. Mr Campbell qualified with a B.A. in English from UPE and an HDE from UCT before moving on to teach at The Settlers High School and then on to Camps Bay High School as a Head of Department. In 1997, Mr Campbell started Cedar House School in Kenilworth, and was Principal for seven years. He then moved on to the role of Headmaster at Somerset College which he fulfilled for seven years. Most recently, Mr Campbell was Senior Housemaster and Deputy Principal at St John’s College in Johannesburg.
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Fashion Editor Pepe Sofianos snaps up the best fake-leather biker jackets. Babe in a biker jacket - who can forget Sandra Dee’s transformation from prissy prom queen to big-time punk princess in Grease? Once upon a time, biker jackets were the territory of those hairy, tattooed blokes on Harleys - the ones you didn’t take home to meet the folks! Now the motorcycle jacket has evolved into a fashion must. It’s an instant style boost with its unmistakable surfeit of zips, snaps, studs and hardware plus quilted patches in that boxy arrogant mannish cut that simply goes with everything and suits everyone.
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Tan jacket with epaulettes and double front zippers, R1399, Sissy Boy at Foschini. Dark brown bomber jacket with ribbed collar and cuffs, R699, Outback Red at Truworths.
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THE SOUTH AFRICAN COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (t) 021 689 4164 (e) twinek@sacollege.org.za
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GRADE 7’S TOUR
The Grove Grade 7’s have recently returned from an exciting tour to Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn. Their days were packed with activities including interesting museum visits; an adventure tour of the Cango Caves; camel and ostrich rides; and wildlife encounters. It was a bonding experience for the group and one that brought many aspects of the curriculum to life in fascinating ways.
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WATERPOLO FESTIVAL
SACS wins Mazinter Cup and KES Waterpolo festival.
(L-R): Ben Serekonyane, Orion Barker, Kamren Moodley, Aidan Martin, Bhavir Kooverjee (in front) enjoy a game of mini-golf on their Grade 7 tour.
“THE INCREDIBLE DOG SHOW” Lloyd Briston recently presented “The Incredible Dog Show” to The Grove Grade R’s who have been learning about pets this term. The dogs were truly incredible
to watch and clearly enjoyed performing. The Grade R’s loved watching the dogs roll, catch, run and even spell out words.
RUGBY
Ciaran Dayaram scores winning try against AFFIES to win 13 - 10
Some of the Grade R’s help Lloyd Briston and his dog spell words in “The incredible Dog Show”.
SACS try scorer Ciaran Dayaram
TECHNOLOGY
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With winter fast approaching, make sure you have one of these incredible games to give your hands a warm-up.
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Face your fears as you search for answers in the ancient city of Yharnam, now cursed with a strange endemic illness spreading through the streets like wildfire. Danger, death and madness lurk around every corner in this dark, horrific world, and you must unearth its secrets in order to survive. Use holy chalices to gain entrance to a network of underground ruins filled with traps, beasts, and rewards, to explore alone or with others. These procedurally-generated dungeons offer brand new challenges to master, and can be uploaded and shared with friends. Release date: Out now. Genre: Role-Playing
of Rivia, tasked with finding a child of prophecy in a vast open world rich with merchant cities, mysterious islands, dangerous mountain passes, and forgotten caverns to explore. Hunt down a wide range of exotic monsters, from savage beasts prowling the mountain passes to cunning supernatural predators lurking in the shadows of densely populated towns.
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THE WITCHER 3: WILD HUNT
Wild Hunt is a story-driven, nextgeneration open-world role-playing game set in a visually stunning fantasy universe full of meaningful choices and impactful consequences. In The Witcher 3, you play as professional monster hunter Geralt
Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s unique version of the Batmobile, which is driveable now for the first time. The addition of this legendary vehicle combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of Gotham City. Be the Batman. Release date: 23/06/2015 Genre: Action / Adventure
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INTERACT: MAITLAND COTTAGE VISIT On the 6th of March, Westerford High School’s Interact took a group of eager and devoted Westerfordians to visit Maitland Cottage. Maitland Cottage is an orthopaedic hospital for children from all over South Africa. It is a place where patients can recuperate in a safe and comfortable environment. The volunteers helped out by
reading books, playing cards with or just chatting with the children. It was a throroughly enjoyable afternoon and the huge smiles of the children showed their appreciation. “Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” Kirstin Bloomer
WESTERFORD HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS: A MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR From Friday 28th March to Tuesday 31st March, Westerford High School held its annual school production. This year it took the form of a musical that followed the life of The Beatles. The musical (written by Mr. Duncan Buwalda, a teacher at the school) kept audiences on the edge of their seats and featured many of The Beatles classic songs. The directors, Mr. Duncan Buwalda and Mr. Adrian Voerman along with musical director, Mr. Charles Daniell and choreographer, Ms Gillian Bedwell were responsible in bringing the play to life. With over 100 pupils involved, which included the cast, the band and studentrun sound, lighting and media teams, the musical was a huge success. Yuri Behari-Leak
WESTERFORD GOES GLOBAL Westerford High School celebrates its offering of Chinese as a language that is part of its official partnership with the Tianjin Languages School of the People’s Republic of China and the Confucius Institute based at the University of Cape Town.
[LEFT TO RIGHT] Counsel-General Liang, Principal Diao and Principal Le Roux officially unveil the Confucius Classroom at Westerford High School.
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GET READY FOR THE ULTIMATE MATRIC VACATION! Come travel with AWSUM and discover Europe! Travel from city to city and experience all of Europe’s treasures, without having your parents stress about the what, where, when and how. The AWSUM Matric Rage, takes place from 27 November to 9 December and promises to be an experience of a lifetime. The perfect break before taking on 2016
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27 November: Johannesburg to Paris for s i 0 h 28 November: Paris All t R20 95tour d 29 November: Paris onlaydetailevisit a 30 November: Paris to Luzern For inerary m.co.z it u 1 December: Luzern aws . w ww 2 December: Luzern to Munich 3 December: Munich to Prague 4 December: Prague 5 December: Prague to Berlin 6 December: Berlin 7 December: Berlin to Amsterdam 8 December: Amsterdam 9 December: Amsterdam to Johannesburg
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First XV Rugby Rankings: 04/05/2015 RANK TEAM
PLAYED PTS 1 Paarl Boys High 10 2 Paul Roos Gym 8 3 Bishops 5 4 Affies 8 5 Paarl Gim 8 6 Wynberg 7 7 Rondebosch 10 8 Monument 13 9 Michaelhouse 6 10 Grey College 9 11 Dale College 7 12 Selborne College 9 13 Nelspruit 9 14 Eg Jansen 10 15 Oakdale 7 16 Sacs 8 17 Grey High School 7 18 Glenwood 13 19 Eldoraigne 9 20 Jeppe 9
AVG 6.513 6.513 5.720 5.713 5.563 5.486 5.450 5.446 5.317 4.911 4.910 4.778 4.711 4.660 4.657 4.638 4.600 4.569 4.378 4.333
U16 Rugby Rankings: 05/05/2015 RANK TEAM PLAYED AVG PTS 1 Grey College 8 7.550 2 Grey High School 6 7.530 3 Helpmekaar 8 7.200 4 Glenwood 8 7.100 5 Rondebosch 4 6.680 6 Boland Landbou 5 6.620 7 Paarl Boys High 7 6.330 8 St Andrews Coll 3 6.230 9 Selborne Coll 7 5.960 10 St Stithians 10 5.780 11 Hts Drostdy 2 5.650 12 Sacs 7 5.430 13 Dhs 7 5.400 14 Paarl Gim 6 5.100 15 Eldoraigne 9 4.860
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ASH WEDNESDAY
Ash Wednesday service for the Pre-Primary children.
ANNUAL JAZZ ON THE LAWN EVENT
We hosted Judith Sepuma at our annual Jazz on the Lawn event
SOCCER
SJMC beat Pinelands North
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GREENFIELDS GIRLS PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 021 797 0554 (e) greenfieldgirls@gmail.com
GRADE 9 TECHNOLOGY PROJECT
RUSTENBURG GIRLS’ JUNIOR (t) 021 689 1981 (e) gill@rgjs.org.za
THE MAGIC BAOBAB TREE The Magic Baobab Tree was written and produced Carey Hickson-Mahoney, head of drama at Rustenburg Girls Junior. The production was performed
Above: The Grade 1s have been learning about and making their own family trees.
Above: During April we had a movie evening. Girls came in their pyjamas and bought their mattresses, pillows, duvets and teddies. Left: The Grade 5s are learning to sew and have been cross-stitching their very own pin cushions.
by all girls from Grade R - 3. RGJS is extremely proud of all our talented girls and their equally talented parents for the beautiful handmade costumes.
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OAKHURST GIRLS’ PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 021 686 4404 (e) pam@oakhurst.org.za
CAMP
Grade 6 and 7 Oakhurst Girls enjoying the exciting activities offered at High Africa Camp.
ARTSCAPE BALLET
A group of Oakhurst ballet students performed a piece called “Inspired by Degas’ at the showcase of dance held at the Artscape.
BOOK WEEK
Grade R’s Dress up as their favourite book character.
EASTER EGG COLLECTION
Oakhurst families generously donated 4500 Easter eggs that were packed and given to the Rondebosch and Claremont policemen, children’s homes and retirement hoes in the community to spread some love and kindness at Easter time.
BERGVLIET PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 021 715 1103 (e) secretary@bps.wcape.school.za
GROOTE SCHUUR PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 021 685 7295 (e) deonie@gsps.co.za
FUN RUN
Recent highlights of the First Term include our annual Fun Run which took place in March. Learners and their families ran, jogged, walked and Starting the Run / Walk. strolled through our neighbourhood, and this energising activity was followed by food and fun on the school field where classes had set up games and parents cooked delicious food Mrs Alison Pardoe managing the for all to enjoy. Grade Seven Stall - Take a Shot!
LITNUM AWARDS
Very good news was received from the Western Cape Education Department when the results of the 2014 Systemic Tests arrived. Our results put us amongst the top achieving primary schools in the city. The Grade Three results were Mathematics 98% and Language 92%, while the Grade Six results were Mathematics 100% and Language 98%.
Miss Tracy Heath, Ms Penny Vinjewald, Mrs Jacky de Kock, Ms Debby Schaefer, Mrs Cathy Viljoen.
INTERNATIONAL AWARD The Rutgers School of Business in America awarded Mr Arendse, Headmaster of Groote Schuur PS, with the International Leadership Excellence Award. “In bestowing this award, we express our appreciation and recognize your passionate leadership of Kalksteenfontein Primary School and your dedication in developing and sustaining the relationship with Julie Ruth, Cal Maradonna and Rutgers University, now in its eleventh year.
Mrs Alison Pardoe managing the Grade Seven Stall - Take a Shot!
The school was awarded certificates for Overall Excellence in Language and Mathematics for Grades Three and Six at the WCED Provincial Awards Ceremony, and for Top Performance in both Grade Three and Grade Six Mathematics and Home Language at the Metro South Education District Circuit Two Litnum Awards Ceremony.
Grade Six Educators: Mrs Tracy Noor, Mrs Cathy Viljoen, Mrs Elsa Hector. Grade Three Educators: Miss Tracy Heath, Miss Janine Matthys and Miss Judith Ashton.
Ms Deneen Grobler of the WCED with Mr Arendse.
Mr Arendse was the headmaster at Kalksteenfontein before he moved to Groote Schuur PS in January 2015.
GROOTE SCHUUR PRIMARY SCHOOL GRADE 7’S PRESENTS: “A Night Of Spectacular Entertainment” Come and have an enjoyable evening featuring 8 of Cape Town’s Top Entertainers. DATE: Friday 29th May 2015 DOORS OPEN: 19:15 show starts 8pm VENUE: School Hall TICKETS: R100 (selling fast - available from the Grade 7’s & to be purchased before 30 April 2015) Please support the Grade 7 Fundraiser. Babysitting service will be available (ages Gr R to Gr 7) – further details to follow.
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GOLDEN GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL (t) 021 674 2155 (e) postmaster@ggps.wcape.school.za
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL, MR AUSTEN.
Golden Grove Primary School celebrated 60 years of excellence last year.
I am continually filled with excitement, wonder and anticipation being part of Golden Grove. Our school has taken the leap from good to great and we are boldly moving this school forward to meet the demands of the 21st century. I am privileged to lead a school with amazing people – • Our teachers and support staff that stand out above the rest. • A parent community with parents who walk their talk, taking ownership of their school and who engages with us on a regular basis – a partnership to prepare our children to meet the challenges of their future. • Our learners for their love, their smiles, their hard work and just being themselves. Every day I have the privilege of learning when I engage with the boys and girls of our schools We are facing many challenges but we are also celebrating many successes. We strive towards meeting the following criteria in our quest to greatness: 1. The joy and journey of learning “We shall not cease from exploration And at the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started
And know the place for the first time” - T.S. Eliot
2. The kind of person our learners need to be in the future We need to prepare students for a vastly different future than what exists today. With better health care, stem-cell research and conquering diseases, today’s primary school learners will be living well into the 22nd Century. New contexts—digital environments that function as humanity-in-yourpocket—demand new approaches and new habits. Specifically, new habits of mind. We are striving to create a school environment conducive to encourage our learners to be people with huge levels of self-confidence, to be persistence and have a questioning nature. To be critical and agile thinkers. To be curious, adaptable and creative. To be capable of building relationships Golden Grove Primary School is committed to creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment in which learners can become caring, compassionate and considerate individuals who are responsible towards each other and society.
The Intermediate and Senior Phase Swimming Gala
The Foundation Phase Fun Athletics Day
The Inter-House General Knowledge Quiz winners, Stuart House
Science Club experiments
3. To be a value driven school – strong family values and to live and teach our school’s main values: “Valuing the individual, Embracing diversity, Celebrating learning”
PINELANDS NORTH PRIMARY SCHOOL
THE PINELANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
(t) 021 531 3414 (e) admin@pnps.co.za
(t) 021 531 3674 (e) blueschool@mweb.co.za
COMMUNITY INTERACTION
Community Interaction for 2015 started off with a bang. First term we ran three drives, namely, Bread tags for wheelchairs, A Easter Egg drive and U-Turn. The U-Turn bin was filled after one day. Bread Tags for wheelchairs brought in over 62 000
bread tags. During the Easter egg drive the Blue school managed to collect over 4000 eggs. The amount of eggs brought in was incredible. Children were found taking Easter eggs from their lunch boxes to give to the Community Interaction team.
Back Row: Nina Meyer, Sakinah Edries, Zayd Martin, Dayna Bailey, Lukho Javu, Imaad Van Ross, Sethu Role, Andelin Mbaki. Front Row: Jordan Julies, Jody Julies, Hannah Richards, Tayyib Dawood.
GRADE 3’S ESCORT AJAX CT
11 March 2015, the grade 3 boys and girls were invited to escort Ajax CT onto the field. This was an amazing opportunity afforded to our learners.
Overall First Time at the blue school was a blast with many sports events, Outings and Performances. What a great way to start the year.
ASHOKA
Following up on our Ashoka accreditation as a Changemaker school, Ashoka made funding available for Maggie Lemere, an oral historian and story teller, along with Nathan Golon, the director of Photography with Goodfight Media, who are both based in Washington DC, to make a movie about our school. Pinelands North was chosen to represent all Changemaker schools in Africa, to show what is possible with limited resources and a brave commitment to educating the whole child. In November 2014 for one week, they observed everything that the children and staff do that makes our school the empathetic, creative, problem solving, socially aware school it is! The story line focussed on David White, the first pupil with special needs who was enrolled at Pinelands North in 1998, who set the tone for the Inclusive school we are today. The movie, telling the Pinelands North story, was released last week and is available on YouTube, Everyone a Changemaker: The Story of Pinelands North at youtu.be/m92tLcVU6u8. This movie got more than 3000 views in just four days! This is a hope filled story about a well functioning school in South Africa, so watch it and become inspired
to change ‘your’ school from within. The movie is also available at africa.ashoka. org too. Our families are loving seeing their school from this perspective, and below are some responses from our children after seeing the movie: “I like the fact that everyone was shown in the video, even if it was for a few seconds. We got to hear the children’s side of the story, it moved me!” Kaitlyn Botha “The short film was spectacular- it shows the true beauty of the school, and it has inspired me to make a short film myself.” Christopher Jhering “I think it shows how PNPS guides and cares for all people and helps them achieve what they thought they couldn’t.” Kaden Meyer “I think it gives people a clear understanding that we are a happy inclusive school, in a quality learning environment. “Matthew McFarlane “I think the movie shows that PNPS takes people, no matter what their religion, background or condition.”Izzy Ellman “It was good to have change - sometimes you don’t want change but if it is right in front of you, you need take the opportunity to change.” Amy Kedzior
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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WORLDART Y: BLACK KOKI LER GAL 7 May 2015 - 29 May 2015 10:00 - 17:00 Worldart Gallery Price: FREE
KAMERS POP-UP MARKET AT THE CITY HALL
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE BAY HARBOUR MARKET Bay Harbour Market Friday: 5 pm to 9 pm Ring in the weekend with live music, craft beer, hearty fare and happy shopping in Hout Bay
CABARET MUSICAL AT THE FUGARD THEATRE
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Saturday: 9.30 am to 4 pm Sunday: 9.30 am to 4 pm
The same brilliant production team behind The Rocky Horror Show are treating audiences to another celebrated musical gem, Cabaret, at The Fugard Theatre in Cape Town from Tuesday, 10 March to Saturday, 30 May 2015.
ENTERTAINMENT
WHAT TO WATCH
BRAIN GAMES WHERE WHERE WHERE WHERE WHERE WHERE WHERE WHERE
RAINBOW The DUFF Fri 01 May 2015
Pitch Perfect 2 Fri 15 May 2015
X
SPOT YYY MEN
You’re not you Fri 15 May 2015
Tomorrow Land Fri 22 May 2015
IE C
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ANOTHER ONE THING
Monkey business How do dinosaurs pay their bills? With a Tyrannosaurus check. What do you call a dinosaur that smashes everything in its path? Tyrannosaurus wrecks. What do you call a dinosaur that wears a cowboy hat and boots? Tyrannosaurus Tex. How do you make a hot dog stand? Steal its chair. How do you make an egg laugh? Tell it a yolk.
GOODBYE
Somewhere Over The Rainbow, I Before E, Except After C, X Marks The Spot, One Thing Ofter Another, Three Wise Men, Wave Goodbye
How does a pig go to hospital? In a hambulance. If a long dress is evening wear, what is a suit of armor? Silverware. What bird can lift the most? A crane. What bone will a dog never eat? A trombone.