EDUCATION
It is essential that you have discussed your child’s Learner Report for Term 3 with your child, particularly if the results are not what you want them to be. This term is the last opportunity your child will have to improve his/her overall year mark. Where children are not doing well, parents must take a firm stance and insist on more effort – monitor homework, check their books often, ensure that classwork tasks/projects are completed and on time, ensure that Grades 4 – 7 study for the exams, etc. Above all, do not be afraid to take punitive steps should the child not comply – time is running out for 2014.
AGM
The AGM will take place on Wednesday 22 October at 19:00 in the school hall. A reminder to parents that we need a quorum of at least 15% (± 214 parents) in order to go ahead on the 22 October 2014.
EXPENSES
Computer related expenses R2 124, sports R2 175 and toilet paper R7 936.
CONGRATULATIONS
To Mahela Moodaly for achieving a first place at the recent SA Schools Judo Championships held in Johannesburg.
EXAMS
Demarcation for the exams (Grades 4 – 7) will be distributed to the learners on MONDAY 20 OCTOBER, please ensure that there is a study plan for the next three weeks. Learners must start revision soonest.
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).
ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER
Should you wish to receive this newsletter by e-mail, please forward your address to info@randparkprimary.co.za. Please keep your e-mail address current on our system in case of emergencies.
COMPULSORY SCHOOL FEES – 2014
The school fee tariff is R6 500 per learner per year and may be paid over 10 months. Payment options are as follows:
Full payment at the beginning of the year; or three pro-rata payments payable at the end of Term 1, 2 and 3; or ten monthly instalments of R650 (beginning January with the final (10th) instalment due end of October.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL SCHOOL FEE PAYMENTS ARE DUE END OF OCTOBER.
CLOSING TIME FOR TUESDAYS – TERM 4
As from TUESDAY 14 OCTOBER the school will close every Tuesday at 13:30 for the Senior Phase (Grade 4 – 7). This is due to the fact that we are not writing Cycle Test this term. The Grade 1s and 2s will finish at 13:00 and the Grade 3s at 13:30 as usual.
RAND PARK PRIMARY FUN DAY
PLEASE NOTE that our annual Fun Day will take place on Saturday 1 November from 8:30 – 14:30. Entrance to the school on the day is FREE but access to the fun park will be R100 per child (if bought prior to the day) or R120 per child (if bought on the day). Wrist bands will be available from the class teacher. There will be a host of fete type stalls, food stalls, music and loads of fun to be had by all. We look forward to your support. If there are any parents who are willing to sponsor/donate any monies or food ingredients for the day (non-perishables welcome, no fresh foods) please contact the office ASAP.
MY SCHOOL CARD
Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. We have received R47 278.63 this year.
SPORTS FIXTURES
Swimming
Friday 24 October:
- A-Team (Rand Park)
- B-Team (Trinity Rand Park)
Cricket
Monday 20 October:
- Open B vs Cliffview (Home)
- Open C vs Northcliff (Away)
Tuesday 21 October:
- U11A vs Boskop (Home)
- U11B vs Kings School (Away)
Wednesday 22 October:
- U10A vs Boskop (Away)
- U10B vs Cliffview (Home)
Thursday 23 October:
- U9A vs Boskop (Home)
Tennis
Wednesday 22 October:
- Senior Girls vs Unika (Home)
Thursday 23 October:
- Senior Boys vs Trinity D (Home)
ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE WINNERS:
Congratulations to the following learners who received Certificates of Merit for Academic Excellence for Term 3.
Grade 4: Rhys Meyer, Ethan Wilke, Caley Fauconier, Shannon Chisanga, Aanwen Crompton, Heinz Klingenberg, Kemaiya Govender, Genevieve De Billot, Caelan Niemand, Marco Paximadis, Jayden Gouws and Tinotenda Marimira.
Grade 5: Kimishca Naidoo, Monique Nieuwenhuizen, Sharzia Nana, Gareth Marsden, Rasika Murugan, Daisy Ndebele, Dean Ramsay, Camaryn Moussa, Tanya Freese, Siddhi Singh, Jonathan Chisenga, Jordan Du Plessis, Ciara Lee, Caitlin Hutchinson, Thandolwethu Khuvutlu, Sashin Govender, Terrence Broomberg, Bilal Alli, Morakane Lekalakala.
Grade 6: Michael Burgess and Daniell Van Der Merwe.
Grade 7: Megan Shannon, Cheyenne Moodley, Channing Du Plessis, Connor Houston, Phoebe Redelinghuys, Kevell Umrao, Kayla Knotzer, Mishka Naidoo, Jason Muka, Kyle Inderpersad, Tinodaishe Mupanemunda, Samantha Thomas, Matthew Baker, Gabriella Smith, Jason Wilson, Elena Vladimirova, Mishka Stemmet and Zeta Rabatin.
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.
SCHOOL RULES
Do not litter and the chewing of gum is NOT permitted.
LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Learners undertake to refrain from abusive language and inflammatory actions.
EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Educators must ensure that they abide by the rules, regulations and procedures set out by the school and the GDE authorities.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that they provide their child with the resources, basic equipment, learning materials used to complete school work (both classwork and homework).
ADVERTISEMENTS
HONEYDEW DRAPERS SCHOOL WEAR: Honeydew Shopping Centre, c/o Beyers Naude & Blueberry Streets, (011) 795-1617. Huge winter special on the following: boys and girls long grey trousers, girl’s tunic, and blue long sleeve shirt.
PANORAMA BASEBALL CLUB: We are looking for boys and girls of all ages to come and play Baseball, this is a fast growing sport, come and give it a try kids!! We practice at Panorama Sports Club, Paul Kruger Street, Wilgeheuwel every Friday from 17:30 – 18:30. For more info contact Natalie on 083 453 3744.
PHOTOBOOTH TO HIRE: Christmas parties/functions, events, birthdays, weddings and more! Can be branded for corporate use. Uploads pics instantly to facebook, twitter and instagram. Includes fun props (hats, glasses, wigs, etc). From R1 850 for 2 hours. BOOK NOW. Contact Ashlee on 082 464 5451.
CANDLES: These exciting candles are impossible to resist. When lit, the colour starts to change through a rainbow of colours like magic. The perfect gift for that special occasion, small R70, medium R90 and large R110. For more info please contact Trish on 083 275 2375.
SCRAPPERS ROUTE: We offer affordable scrapbooking kits, products and handmade albums. We offer a variety of classes from scrapbooking to mixed media and alternative art. Group classes are held at a venue or taught in the comfort of your own home. Parties, classes for all ages of aspiring scrapbookers from 8 – 100. We also offer handmade corporate gifts and handmade albums for all occasions. www.scrappersroute.co.za or call 079 949 9992.
STUDENT’S SCHOOLWEAR & SPORT: For the best prices on quality school wear, skate, surf wear and stationery. Efficient and friendly service. All uniform in stock. Open 7 days a week. Trinity Village Shopping Centre (opp Trinity School). Contact (011) 795-4305 or www.studentsschoolwear.co.za
MERCY’S KIDS TRANSPORT: Reliable and affordable rates, pick up and drop off in the Randpark Ridge, Weltevreden, Boskruin and Sundowner areas. Contact Mercy on 079 922 9858 or e-mail kembomercy@yahoo.com
ALI’S SWIMMING SCHOOL: Swimming lesson for: Tots, accompanied by Moms/Dads in the water, stroke correction, preparation for training – starts, turns and finishes. Heated pool with solar and heat pumps. Member of Swim South Africa and Central Gauteng Aquatics. For more information contact Ali on 082 466 0191 or (011) 792-7334.
TUTORING AVAILABLE: Current grade 12 learner at Rand Park High School offering tutoring in all subjects for grades 1 – 9. Available to start immediately. For further details please contact Keagan on 061 399 6030 or Tracy on 084 512 7718.
42ND PRECINCT SECURITY: For services relating to security guards, armed response, access control, biometrics, electric fencing, gate motors, intercoms, CCTV and alarms. We do repairs and new installations. Service is guaranteed, maintenance contracts are offered, (011) 791-6340 or 083 650 0313.