Effort/Perseverance: Have you ever watched a stonecutter at work? He will hammer away at a rock for perhaps 100 times without a crack showing in it. Then, on the 101st blow, it will split in half. It’s not the last blow that split the rock but the 100 blows that went before itAnon

EDUCATION

The above quote illustrates the point that success is the result of sustained effort. This is particularly true of school work. Learners must understand that on-going effort will result in success. There are no short cuts. Parents must endeavour to get this message across to their children.

BARGAIN BIN

Please note that the Bargain Bin will be open on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:15 – 8:00 and a Wednesday afternoon from 13:00 – 14:00.

ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER

Should you wish to receive this newsletter by e-mail, please forward your address to info@randparkprimary.co.za

MY SCHOOL CARD

Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. We have received R 9 487.85 this year.

COMPULSORY SCHOOL FEES – 2015

The school fee tariff is R7 400 per learner per year.

Payment options are as follows:

  • School fees are due and payable annually in advance at the beginning of the year.

OR

  • Ten equal instalments of R740 commencing January and ending October.

Failure to pay any single instalment by due date; will result in the full amount outstanding becoming due and payable immediately.

Payments may be made in cash, by cheque or via electronic banking. The school’s banking details are as follows: Standard Bank, Northcliff, Current Account Number 002954494, Branch Code 006305. Please use your child’s full name as reference.

SPONSORSHIP

Would those of you wishing to make a cash sponsorship donation (to assist indigent parents/learners to pay a portion of the 2014 school fees), please ensure that you indicate clearly on the cheque, deposit slip, Internet banking or envelope, that the amount is for SPONSORSHIP (SCHOOL FEES).

TRAFFIC

An urgent appeal is made to parents to refrain from stopping in the middle of the road during peak hours in order to drop/fetch their children at the main gate. This practise causes serious traffic congestion. Please use the allocated parking spaces. DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF THE HOUSES’ DRIVEWAYS ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD. We have had various complaints from residents. If this continues we will be forced to notify Metro in order to take action.

GROUP TESTS

Tuesday 17 February

Grade 4 – 7: Social Science

Thursday 19 February

Grade 7: Natural Science

The Tuesday Group Test is very important as it makes up in Grade 4 –6, 30% and in Grade 7, 40% of the year mark. Learners must attend school on Tuesdays.

EXPENSES

Engraving/badges R666, machinery maintenance R245, security R240, Senior Phase books R3 551, swimming pool R6 521, transport R2 598, trips and shows R106 050.

SPORTS FIXTURES

Cricket:

Monday 16 February:

Open A vs Risidale (Away)

Open B vs Trinity (Home)

Open C vs Cliffview (Away)

Tuesday 17 February:

U11A vs NWCS (Home)

U11B vs Robinhills (Away)

Wednesday 18 February:

U10A vs NWCS (Home)

U10B vs Robinhills (Away)

Thursday 19 February:

U9A (Bye) and U9B (Bye)

SPORTS FIXTURES

Swimming:

Friday 20 February:

A-Team (Bryanston)

B-Team (Home)

Tennis:

Thursday 19 February:

Senior Boys vs Kings School Robin Hills (Away)

SPORTS RESULTS

Cricket:

U11A vs FDR and won by 45 runs

Open C vs Robin Hills and lost by 33 runs

Swimming:

A-Team: 1st Rand Park, 2nd Deutsche Schule, 3rd Weltevreden Park and 4th St Catherine’s.

B-Team: 1st Deutsche Schule, 2nd I R Griffith and 3rd Rand Park

SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT

All learners are to abide by the provisions of the Code of Conduct and it is the parents’ responsibility to ensure compliance. Copies of the Code are available from the school secretary.

LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES

Learners undertake to learn and to attend daily classes and on time.

SCHOOL RULES

No running on corridors or on the stairs.

EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Educators must ensure that they conform to normal, acceptable standards of personal cleanliness and neatness.

PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Parents must ensure that they discourage abusive language or inflammatory behaviour

ADVERTISEMENTS

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MASTER MATHS: Problems with Maths? Master Maths (Grade 4 – Grade 12) can help! Individualized tuition. Enrol early for maximum benefit. Parkside Centre, Ostrich Road, Bromhof. Contact Brenda on (011) 791 3967.

MY ACADEMICS TUTORING SERVICES: 13 Subjects, teacher/tutor 4 your home. We have eight years of success assisting students in all grades. Call Bronwyn on 082 820 0879 or (011) 792-7568 or e-mail bronwyn@myacademics.co.za

OXFORD PRESCHOOL: 121 Oxford Street, Ferndale, Randburg. Half day: R1 400, full day R1 800, from 6:30am – 17:30. E-mail info@oxfordpreschool.co.za or call (011) 791-0891.

PAMPER PARTIES: Treat your princess to a pamper party that she will never forget! Packages include make-over’s, manicures and pedicures, bubble foot spa’s, hair-styling, photo shoots, non-alcoholic cocktails and pamper-packs which each glamour girl will love. Contact Shannon on 084 281 2109 to book your party!

GARDENING: Lovemore is looking for part or full time work as a gardener. Please contact him on 063 200 9095.

PRETTY IN PINK: We offer pamper parties for girls aged 4 – 12, our pampering includes facials, nails, foot treatments, “Pretty in Pink” pamper gift bags and more. Each pamper party is customised to fit your theme and age group. We’ll make you feel like a princess! For more information contact Dennilee on 082 384 7200.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Unlimited doctors visits, medication, basic dentistry, radiology, pathology and optometry from R335 per month. First of its kind, individual, child cover from R331 per month. Dental plan, motor chip plan, funeral plan and emergency life or death rescue plans also available at excellent rates. Please sms TRISH to 47991 for a certified consultant to contact you, or t.clayton@mweb.co.za

PARENTING THE WIRED GENERATION: Future-proof your child. Parenting the wired generation by Graeme Codrington on Saturday 21 Feb from 8:30 – 13:00, cost R50. United Church, 46 Tim Road, Bromhof.

HONEYDEW DRAPERS SCHOOL WEAR: Honeydew Shopping Centre, c/o Beyers Naude & Blueberry Streets, (011) 795-1617. Best service, best prices!

POSITION OFFERED: A leading national rental company based in Honeydew is looking for a mornings only receptionists internal/external sales support lady. The applicant must be a mature self-starter with organisational ability and must have considerable relevant experience. Please send CV’s to Bert.Nel@BMDPrint.co.za

KIP McGRATH HOMEWORK CENTRE: Is offering the following for Grade 1 to Grade 10. Homework supervision, preparation for exams, Kip McGrath remedial/advanced teaching, cooked meals, safe environment, and progress reports every three months. Open during school holidays from 7am – 6pm. We also offer you an excellent track record and outstanding materials. Contact Shereen for a free assessment on 071 685 5354 or visit www.kipmcgrath.co.za

BANTING SUPPORT: Courses for beginners or ad-hoc sessions for those needing help, created by Sally-Ann Creed co-author of the ‘Real Meal Revolution’ – book of the year. For weight loss and health contact Elise on 083 455 7500 or elise@bantingbuddies.com

DOMESTIC: Lindy is looking for full/part time domestic work. Please contact her on 082 434 2614.

BEST MINI REMOVALS: Reliable. Resourceful. Remarkable.

Moving can be a stressful time. Let our experienced team provide you with fast, friendly and hassle-free assistance for your home or office relocation. Being one of the smaller removal companies, we pride ourselves on our professional integrity and ensure exceptional personalised service. Our 2 & 3 Ton closed trucks are allowed into complexes. Contact (011) 794-8107 or www.bestminiremovals.co.za

MODERN DANCE: Taught by a qualified A.I.D.T. (Association of International Dance Teachers) teacher, this modern technique is aimed not only at producing food dancers, but also to give joy and stimulation to children. Classes are held on a Monday and Wednesday afternoon in the school hall. For more information please e-mail Jenee on jeneeotto@gmail.com or 083 677 5280 (after hours).

GARDENING: Lyson is looking for part-time work on a Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Please contact him on 084 572 3473 and for a reference contact 082 561 0647.