Children who are overweight or obese are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease, bone and joint problems, sleep apnoea and poor self esteem, as well as long term health problems in adulthood. While childhood obesity doesn’t always lead to obesity in adulthood, it does raise the risk dramatically. The majority of children who are overweight during preschool and Primary School are still overweight as they enter their teens. Most kids do not outgrow the problem. Addressing weight problems in children requires a co-ordinated plan of physical activity and healthy nutrition. Unless directed by your child’s doctor though, the treatment for childhood obesity is not weight loss. The goal should be to slow or halt weight gain, thereby allowing your child to grow into his or her ideal weight.
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.
MY SCHOOL CARD
Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. Our target is R35000 by year end. Thanks to all participating parents.
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
Affiliation/Membership Fees R300, computer related expenses R1 215, gardens and fields R280, engraving/badges R1 268, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R3 910, Media Centre R420, Security R1 103, Senior Primary books R2 938, sports R4 256, swimming pool R2 973, toilets R2 146, transport R5 359 and trips and shows R446.
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.
GROUP TEST
Friday 15 February: Grades 4 – 6: Life Skills
Wednesday 20 February: Grade 7: EMS
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.
INFORMATION EVENINGS
A sincere thanks to all parents who attended the Information Evenings. I sincerely hope that all evenings across the Grades were informative and that we are going to experience a successful year.
NEW STARTING TIME
School will start at 07:30
Punctuality in the mornings is essential for all learners.
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
LATE COMERS
It is a GDE requirement that we have a “late comers” register in which we record the name of learners arriving late. Our Code of Conduct also states that learners should be punctual on a daily basis in order to avoid disruptions in class as teaching starts immediately. However I am fully aware of the traffic volumes sometimes in the morning. I urge parents to make a concerted effort to get children to school on time. Your co-operation in this regard will be greatly appreciated.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
Just a reminder to parents that the new board shorts are not to be used as swimming costumes. The school has an OFFICIAL school costume for Phys Ed and Interschool Galas. Your co-operation in this regard will be greatly appreciated.
BARGAIN BIN
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW TIMES:
Tuesday and Thursday: 7:15 – 8:00
Wednesday: 13:00 – 14:15.
SPORTS RESULTS
CRICKET
U9 A vs IRG and won by 2 wickets
U10A vs IRG and won
U10B vs Charterhouse and won by 24 runs
U11A vs IRG and lost by 4 wickets
U11B vs Northcliff and won
Open A vs IRG and won by 9 wickets
Open B vs Northcliff and won
Open C vs Trinity and lost by 10 wickets
SWIMMING
A-Team: 1st Trinity, 2nd Deutsche Schule, 3rd Rand Park and 4th Cliffview.
B-Team: 1st Trinity, 2nd Rand Park, 3rd Sharonlea and 4th Unika.
SPORTS FIXTURES
CRICKET
Monday 11 February: Open A (Cancelled due to EEC Camp) ; Open B vs Aurora (Away) ; Open C vs Trinity (Away)
Tuesday 12 February: U11A vs Aurora (Home) ; U11B vs Robinhills (Away)
Wednesday 13 February: U10A vs Aurora (Away) ; U10B vs Sharonlea (Home)
Thursday 14 February: U9A vs Aurora (Away) ; U9B (Bye)
SWIMMING
Friday 15 February: A-Team (Trinity) ; B-Team (Craighall)
TENNIS
Wednesday 13 February: Senior Girls vs North West Christian School (Home)
Thursday 14 February: Senior Boys vs Unika (Home)
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 conform to normal, acceptable standards of personal cleanliness and neatness.
LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Learners undertake to attend all classes daily and on time.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that they provide for the proper immunisation of the child as required by law .
SCHOOL RULES
No running on corridors or on the stairs.
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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.
DOMESTIC: Betty is looking for extra work on a Saturday. Please contact her employee on 084 813 2706 for a reference. She is honest, reliable, hardworking and kind. Please contact her on 072 779 8230.
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
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: Walt Disney, see you there! For more info contact 792-1340.
DOMESTIC: Edith is looking for domestic work 3 x days per week (Mon/Wed/Fri). Has worked for the same family for 11 years and is good with children. Contact her on 084 992 3686.
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).
FOR SALE: Silver Ford Fiesta 1.4 (Abiente), 6 months old with 7 000km, leather seats, anti-smash and grab R146 000. Contact Nic on 082 905 5707.
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
ROOIVINK AFTERCARE CENTE: Specializing in primary school aftercare and holiday care. We offer supervised homework in a homely environment with competitive rates. Please contact Avron on 071 235 5437 or look on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/RooivinkDaycareAftercareCentre
ALLEGRO MUSIC STUDIO: Are you musically inclined? Piano, Keyboard and Singing Training will develop your creativity and confidence. Give your younger child a head start with Junior Music Lessons (from age 5). For professional lessons in Bromhof contact Amy Calf on 083 337 2702 or amymusic@iburst.co.za
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.
KUMON: The Math’s and English programme is not an instant solution but it will unleash your child’s potential! Contact Meloney on (011) 791-4047 or 082 966 8187. Enrol now to give your child and edge in 2013.
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.
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 for a reference on 083 291 8261.
GARDENER: Lyson Aubrey is looking for work on a Mon, Fri and Sunday. For a references contact Angela on 082 561 0647 or Lyson on 083 580 8533.