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` Newsletter 24/2016 1 September 2016 Dear Parents, Guardians and Learners With our matrics busy writing their preliminary examinations and the rest of the school preparing for the third term examinations, I thought the letter below was so pertinent for us as parents and teachers. The letter was written by a school Principal in Singapore and the content is currently circulating on social media: Perhaps we need to remind ourselves from time to time that there are two very important gifts we should give our children: one is roots; the other is wings. Yours sincerely MRS I RILEY HOD: COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS/ GRADE TUTOR Dear Parents The exams of your children are to start soon. I know you are all really anxious for your child to do well. But, please do remember, amongst the students, who will be sitting for the exam, there is an artist who doesn’t need to understand Maths. There is an entrepreneur who doesn’t care about History or English literature. There is a musician whose Chemistry marks won’t matter. There is a sportsperson whose physical fitness is more important than Physics. If your child does get top marks, that’s great! But, if he or she doesn’t, please don’t take away their self- confidence and dignity from them. Tell them it’s OK, it’s just an exam! They are cut out for much bigger things in life. Tell them, no matter what they score, you love them and will not judge them. Please do this, and when you do, watch your children conquer the world. One exam or a low mark won’t take away their dreams and talent. And please, do not think that doctors and engineers are the only happy people in the world. With warm regards The Principal
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Newsletter 24/2016 1 September 2016 Dear Parents, Guardians and Learners With our matrics busy writing their preliminary examinations and the rest of the school preparing for the third term examinations, I thought the letter below was so pertinent for us as parents and teachers. The letter was written by a school Principal in Singapore and the content is currently circulating on social media: Perhaps we need to remind ourselves from time to time that there are two very important gifts we should give our children: one is roots; the other is wings.
Yours sincerely
MRS I RILEY HOD: COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS/ GRADE TUTOR
Dear Parents
The exams of your children are to start soon. I
know you are all really anxious for your child to
do well.
But, please do remember, amongst the students,
who will be sitting for the exam, there is an artist
who doesn’t need to understand Maths.
There is an entrepreneur who doesn’t care about
History or English literature.
There is a musician whose Chemistry marks
won’t matter.
There is a sportsperson whose physical fitness is
more important than Physics.
If your child does get top marks, that’s great! But, if
he or she doesn’t, please don’t take away their self-
confidence and dignity from them.
Tell them it’s OK, it’s just an exam! They are cut out
for much bigger things in life.
Tell them, no matter what they score, you love them
and will not judge them.
Please do this, and when you do, watch your children
conquer the world. One exam or a low mark won’t
take away their dreams and talent.
And please, do not think that doctors and engineers
are the only happy people in the world.
With warm regards
The Principal
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Grade 11 Matric Registration
All Grade 11s are required to bring their ID books/cards to school without delay, so that a photocopy can be made for 2017 matric registration. Enquiries: Mrs Brocco or Mrs Stokoe - Front Office.
Third Term
Examinations/
Formal Assessment
Parents are reminded that examinations for Grades 8 to 11 start on Monday, 19 September and end on Friday, 30 September. An updated Examination Timetable has been posted on the D6 Communicator.
Please note: The Grade 9 English Language and Comprehension examination, scheduled for 27 September, will be written in Session 2 instead of Session 1, as originally indicated on the timetable. Session 1 is now a study session. This update has been included in the revised timetable.
Interested in tertiary study opportunities abroad?
Learn more about Columbia University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College and Princeton University on Wednesday, 14 September, 18h00 to 19h30.
Admissions representatives will hold a joint public Information Session for students and families about their respective universities and the college admissions process. Topics will include: academic programs, admissions policies, financial aid, campus activities and international student life.
Venue: Crawford Estate-Crawford College, Waterstone Road, Benmore Gardens. Please do not use the Preparatory School entrance.
Advertising in The Oriole, 2016
Companies that wish to place a full-colour advertisement in this year’s edition of our yearbook - The Oriole – are invited to contact Heather Robinson in the Marketing Office via email: [email protected] for more information and an advertising booking form.
2016/17 Squires’ Registration Current Grade 9 and 10 boys who have not registered to join the Squires Programme for the forthcoming year, and who still wish to do so, must meet with Mrs Stansell as soon as
possible to obtain more information.
LEADERSHIP CAMP 2016
This year, our newly appointed Leaders visited Konka Eco-Adventure Camp, in the Magaliesburg, for their Leadership Camp last weekend. The group of Leaders discovered the value of working together as a team to overcome challenges; trusting their peers; and the impact of good leadership. They worked hard and spent many long but enjoyable hours together as they were stretched to the limit through various mental and physical activities which were designed to
grow their skills, confidence and ability to lead others. We look forward to a great year ahead!
INTER-HIGH ATHLETICS RESULTS
Monday, 29 August Tuesday, 30 August B League Inter-High F League Inter-High A Team B Team Rand Park 246 points Rand Park B 181 points Edenvale 169 Edenvale B 144 Glenvista 135,5 Edenglen B 71 Mondeor 127,5 A Team Individual Race Winners: Girls: Channing Du Plessis – U15 100m and 200m Samantha Thomas – U15 400m Tshiamo Loate – U17 100m and 200m Unathi Ndlovu – Open 400m and 800m Micah Forsythe – Open 1500m Rand Park won the U14, U15, U17 and Open relays Boys: Christopher Fisher – U14 1500m Thapelo Mokubung – U14 200m Hayden Millard – U14 400m Mbongeni Kanyane – U15 200m Emmanuel Masina – U16 100m Cameron Brunner – U17 400m Sheraaz Snyman – U17 1500m Admire Ngwenya – Open 800m and 1500m Rand Park won the U14 and U15 relays
Congratulations to
every athlete who
competed this week.
You made us proud
and we look
forward to an
exciting 2017 as we
return to the
A League.
SPORTS RESULTS & FIXTURES
Equestrian The Equestrian Gauteng West Regionals were held at Kyalami Equestrian Park on 6, 7 and 9 August 2016. The results for each rider were as follows:
Placed 24th H2EQ03 Equitation Amy Catsavis
Placed 8th H1EQ02 Equitation Christina Koevort
Placed 8th H1WH01 Working Hunter Christina Koevort
Placed 15th H1SJ03 Show Jumping Jessica Fisher
Placed 16th H3EQ04 Equitation Micaela Blower
Placed 19th H2SJ05 Show Jumping Micaela Blower
Placed 24th H2SJ06 Show Jumping Micaela Blower
Placed 11th H1DR02a Dressage Lee Hawkins
Placed 13th H1DR02b Dressage Lee Hawkins
Placed 23rd
H2SJ05 Show Jumping Lee Hawkins Placed 17
th H3WR03 Working Riding Lee Hawkins
Placed 9th H3InU01 In Hand Lee Hawkins
Placed 16th H7PR05 Performance Riding Lee Hawkins
The following sports fixtures have been scheduled for the week ahead:
Quadrangular Cricket Tournament Wednesday, 7 and Thursday, 8 September 1st Team @ Northcliff High
Sports-related enquiries: Mr Steve Adelaine. Email: [email protected]
Indoor Hockey Saturday, 10 September @ Dainfern College 15h30
Christina Lynn Koevort
CLASSIFIEDS
FOR SALE: Opel Astra Sport 2008, white, in immaculate condition. Aircon, cruise control, service history, steering wheel controls, and other extras. 156 000km. R110 000. Contact Tony on 083-639-1233 or email: [email protected].
HONEYDEW DRAPERS SCHOOL WEAR: Visit us for all your school uniform requirements, at excellent prices! Honeydew Shopping Centre, cnr Beyers Naude & Blueberry Streets, Honeydew. Contact (011) 795-1617.
MATRIC DANCE SUITS: For excellent quality and a huge variety of suits, visit The Designer Warehouse, 1 Lees Street, Wynberg, Sandton. Visit our website: www.thedesignerwarehouse.co.za. Tel (011) 024-0992.
SCHOLASTIC, SUBJECT CHOICE & CAREER ASSESSMENTS: Samantha Furniss, Clinical Psychologist, Randpark Ridge. Psycho-Educational Assessments for general academic/learning difficulties, subject choice and career assessments. Psychotherapy for children and adolescents. Contracted to most medical schemes. Contact Sam for further information on 072-597-7125 or e-mail: [email protected]
SCHOOL TRANSPORT: Reliable, on-time and safe transport for kids. Pick-ups and drop-offs for school, aftercare, Madressa and other scheduled extra-mural activities. We cover Weltevreden Park and surrounding areas. Contact Zee on 082-851-9741 or email: [email protected]
SECOND HAND CLOTHING: I buy good second hand children and adults clothes, curtains and linen. As well as cellphones, TVs and beds. Please contact Emma on 078-570-1880.
Rand Park High School does not endorse any advertiser or sponsor’s
product or service. Advertising enquiries: [email protected]
TUTORING: Looking to get that grade higher? Don’t wait until the exams begin. Tutoring is available now for primary or high school subjects. Please contact Andrea on 062-304-0502 for more information.
THE CRICKET COACHES: Private Cricket coaching at Randburg Cricket Club. We cater for cricketers of all skill levels. Come and learn to play your game to the best of your ability. Contact us on [email protected] or visit www.cricketcoaches.co.za.
TO LET: One bedroom cottage in the main yard with separate private access, open-plan kitchen, lounge, 1 shower/bath. Property is within walking distance to the Spar and schools. Great location in Randpark Ridge, Randburg. R5000 monthly rental. Available immediately. Please call 082-739-7102 or email [email protected] for more details.
Water Polo Coach Vacancy
A qualified Water Polo coach is required to join Rand Park High School’s extra-curricular coaching team. Please submit your CV to Mr Coertzen via email:
