SCHOOLING IS SERIOUS

Success is usually the result of serious, ongoing, daily effort and application.  Learners must come to understand and realise that it is critical that they do all the small things as they are presented.  New knowledge is built upon previous knowledge.  That’s why it’s so important for learners to attend school regularly, to pay close attention in class and to take their education seriously.  Continuous application to work is essential for success.

COMPULSORY SCHOOL FEES – 2013

The school fee tariff is R5 900 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 R590 beginning January with the final (10th) instalment due end of October.

SPONSORSHIP

Would those of you wishing to make a cash sponsorship donation (to assist indigent parents/learners to pay a portion of the 2013 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).

EXPENSES

Computer related expenses R24 912, Audit R15 000, Capex R42 112, carpets R1 200, consumable stock R120, Foundation Phase stock and stationery R5 028, Insurance R2 506, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R3 165, Media Centre R290, Senior Phase Books R9 520, stickers R264, swimming pool R2 893.

ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER

Should you wish to receive this newsletter by e-mail, please forward your address to info@randparkprimary.co.za.  Please keep your email address current on our system in case of emergencies.

NEW STARTING TIME

School will start at 07:30

Punctuality in the mornings is essential for all learners.

GROUP TEST

Friday 1 March:  Grades 4 – 6:  Afrikaans

Grade 7:  Technology

The Friday Group Test is very important as it makes up in Grade 4 –6, 25% and in Grade 7, 60% of the term/year mark.  Learners must attend school on Fridays to write the weekly Group Test.

NEW CLOSING TIMES

Grade 1 & 2 Mon – Fri:  13:00

Grade 3 Mon – Thurs:  13:30

Grade 3 Fri:  13:00

Grades 4 – 7:  14:00

BARGAIN BIN

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW TIMES:  Tuesday and Thursday:  7:15 – 8:00

Wednesday:  13:00 – 14:15.

RAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL OPEN DAY

Rand Park High School will be hosting an open day on Saturday 2 March in the school hall at 09:30.  All welcome.

MY SCHOOL CARD

Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis.  Our target is R35 000 by year end.  Thanks to all participating parents.

SPORTS RESULTS

CRICKET

U10 B vs Robinhills and lost

U11B  vs Trinity and won

Open B vs Charterhouse and won by 10 wickets

SWIMMING

A-Team:  1st Trinity, 2nd Deutsche Schule and 3rd Rand Park.

B-Team:  1st Louw Geldenhuys, 2nd Craighall, 3rd Deutsche Schule and 4th Rand Park.

SPORTS FIXTURES

CRICKET

Monday 25 February:  Open A vs Trinity (Away) ; Open B vs Trinity (Home) ; Open C (Bye)

Tuesday 26 February:  U11A vs Trinity (Home) ; U11B vs Sharonlea (Away)

Wednesday 27 February:  U10A vs North West Christian School (Away) ; U10B vs Trinity (Home)

Thursday 28 February:  U9A vs Trinity (Away) ; U9B vs Trinity (Home)

TENNIS

Wednesday 27 February:  Senior Girls vs Fontainebleau (Away)

Thursday 28 February:  Senior Boys vs King David Victory Park (Away)

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.

EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Educators must ensure that they utilise generally accepted teaching methods.

LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES

Learners undertake to protect school property.

PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Parents must ensure that they obtain a copy of the school weekly Newsletter each Friday from their child.

SCHOOL RULES

No learner enters the pool area except in the company of an educator .

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MUSIC LESSONS:  Join a guitar class (private or in a group – maximum 4 students – electric or classical).  Piano and music theory also available.  All music grades covered up to Grade 8 level, and all music examination material covered.  Down to earth and focus on the individual.  Contact 072 236 4656 or 072 900 4232 or (011) 791-4609 to book an appointment.

KIP McGRATH EDUCATION CENTRE:  is offering short courses in school readiness, study skills, exam essay writing, English as a Second Language and Intelligence Development.  We can help you improve your Mathematics, English, Afrikaans, Physical Science and Life Science.   For a free assessment contact Shereen on 071 685 5354 or www.kipmcgrath.co.za

BLINDS & LAMINATE FLOORING SPECIAL:  10% Discount on all orders placed during the month of March 2013 for basswood venetian, aluminium venetian and bamboo venetian blinds.  15% Discount on all laminate flooring.  Contact Brad on 084 688 5818 or blindinspirationcc@gmail.com

DOMESTIC:  Mavis is looking for part time work on a Tues, Wed and Thursday.  Has good references.  Please call her on 076 331 5792 or 072 417 4150.

WANTED:  I am looking for a 2nd hand men’s bicycle for my gardener.  Please contact Jonathan on 076 466 7986.

COTTAGE TO LET:  One bedroom, bathroom, fully furnished kitchen, closed garage with remote control.  The cottage is situated 2km from Beyers Naude in a boomed area.  Contact Maseala on 079 881 6800 or Jackson on 082 976 9514.

KIDS CLUB:  Every Friday night from 6pm – 7:30pm, at The Barn Christian Fellowship, cnr. Kelly Ave & Sylvan Road, Boskruin.  A fun and safe environment for your kids to come to!! This week’s theme:  Love Day!! see you there!  For more info contact 792-1340.

CRICKET ACADEMY:  A cricket academy will be starting at the school.  To register now or for more information please contact Albert Bouwer on 072 462 2400 for more information.  

KIDSCAPE ADVENTURE CAMPS:  Kids welcome from grade 1 – 8, limited to 60 kids only. From 28 March – 1 April at Camp Nelu (Hekpoort).  Activities include:  hike, obstacle course, stalk the lantern, bush walk, team-building, life skills, character building, target shooting, archery, abseiling, zip wire and lots more.  R1 300 for the whole package and including transport.  Contact Graeme on 083 457 7848 or www.kidscapeadventures.com

GARDENER:  Costa is looking for gardening and odd jobs in and around the house.  He is committed, honest and a hard worker.  He comes highly recommended.  Please call 082 552 8557.

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 us on (011) 795-4305 or www. studentsschoolwear .co.za

SHAVATHON:  Come and show your support for CANCER survivors @ Beauty on Oxford on Saturday 2 March from 9am – 3pm. Adults R50, children under 12 R25.  For a free haircut phone (011) 025-1277 by appointment only (Tues – Thurs),

88 Oxford Street Ferndale.

DO YOU WANT TO BECOME A GIRL SCOUT:  ADIERO Scout Group is an all girls scout troop that meets on a Friday evening at Randpark Ridge Scout Hall.  For info please contact Louise on 082 437 0297 or adieroscouttroop@gmail.com.  Girls from 11 up are welcome.

RANDPARK RIDGE CUBS:  is the best fun ever for boys and girls aged 7 – 10.  Come see for yourself at our Open Day on Saturday 16 February.  Normal pack meeting are on Saturdays from 9:30 – 11:30 RPR Scout Hall, Boskruin (next to Community Centre).  Or contact Akela (Yvonne) on 074 539 4820.

FLOORING PROJECTS:  Commercial carpet and flooring specialist.  Contact Dave Irving on 083 273 2848.

MY ACADEMICS TUTORING SERVICES:  Maths, English, Afrikaans, Life and Natural Science, Accounts, Business, Economics, History and IT.  Holiday tuition available at a discount.  Contact Travis on 082 378 3651 or (011) 792-7568 or e-mail travis@myacademics.co.za

SPECIAL NEEDS PRACTITIONER:  Offering a wide variety of one-to-one sessions and individually planned birthday parties.

Fun, multi sensory parties, swimming and trampolining.  The one-to-one private sessions offered are music and song, swimming (halliwick), intensive interaction, trampolining (rebound) and sherbourne (whole body movement).  Contact Daelene on 081 882 5642 or myspecialdae@hotmail.com

HOUSE TO LET:  3 Bedroomed house adjacent to Rand Park Primary PLUS granny flat PLUS studio/office.  Full security (electric fence, burglar bars, armed response and RRVA). Prepaid electricity, solar geysers, full irrigation system, 4 lock-up garages & carports for 5 cars.  Contact Charmaine on 082 855 7976.

DOMESTIC:  Aby is looking for domestic work/child minding on Saturdays.  She lives in Randpark is hardworking and loves children.  Contact Aby on 073 154 2458 or Sandra on 083 291 8261 for a reference.

INDIVIDUAL TUTORING:  R110 per hour.  English: Grade 1 – 6, Maths:  Grade 1 – 4.  Contact Lesley Viljoen on (011) 478-2253 or 072 213 4239 (after 5pm)