EDUCATION
Parents are the PRIMARY figures of authority in the young child’s environment. Should the parent allow the child to be disrespectful, the child then believes that he may show disrespect to their figures of authority e.g. relations, teachers, policeman, etc. This is a recipe for disaster and the child will suffer the unpleasant consequences thereof. Please NO NOT allow your child to treat you or other adults and children with disrespect. I am determined to eradicate the disrespect and bullying at Rand Park Primary.
BULLYING – NB! NB!
A reminder to parents that Rand Park Primary has a ZERO TOLERANCE approach to any form of bullying, emotional and physical. We endeavour to practice UBUNTU on a daily basis. I do however, need to inform parents that if bullying is reported to me in any form, I shall phone you straight away to fetch and take the learner home for the rest of the day. Please address this serious matter with your child as we are desperately trying to eradicate bullying at Rand Park Primary School. Thank you for your co-operation.
EXTRA MURALS
First Term extra murals will end as of today, 7 March. Soccer and netball will carry on according to this Term’s extra mural timetable.
Netball: Monday 14:15 – 15:15
Soccer: Thursday 14:15 – 15:15
This will continue until the last week of school, Friday 28 March.
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).
EXPENSES
Capex R16 090, kitchen supplies R2 569, Metro Services R28 123, security R240, sports R795, swimming pool R5 303, transport R5 625, trips and shows R2 800, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R11 033.
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.
GROUP TESTS
Tuesday 11 March:
Grade 4 – 6: Afrikaans
Grade 7: Technology
The Tuesday 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 Tuesdays to write the weekly Group Test.
GRADE 7 PARENTS
Please be advised that applications for 2015 for Rand Park High School will open on 15 April 2014 at 00h00. The application form can be downloaded from the website or collected from the school from Monday 7 April 2015.
PARENTS’ EVENING
Thursday 27 March
17:00 – 19:00
All parents are invited to attend/visit the classroom and receive their child’s learner report for Term 1. PLEASE NOTE that this is not the time for an in depth discussion with the educators. Should you feel that this is required please contact the school secretary early in Term 2 to arrange a meeting with the educator concerned.
MY SCHOOL CARD
Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. We have received R14 056.66 this year.
SCHOOL CLOSING
School will close at 12:00 on Friday 28 March and will open for Term 2 on Monday 7 April.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
A sincere thank you to all parents who have complied to the school uniform codes. Please be advised however, that from April NO navy blue jerseys without badges may be worn.
Thank you for your co-operation.
APPLICATIONS FOR ENROLMENTS 2015
Application forms for 2015 will be available from Monday 7 April 2014 at the office and parents may return completed forms from Tuesday 15 April at 05:00. A very serious request is made to all parents not to encourage friends/relatives etc who live outside our immediate area to apply for space at our school. Our school is always over-subscribed and we must all co-operate to keep learner numbers in check, in order to control the Learner: Teacher ratio at the school. For Grade 1 learners, preference will be given to in-area learners who turn 7 during the course of 2015.
SPORTS RESULTS
Swimming:
A-Team: 1st De la Salle, 2nd Rand Park, 3rd St Catherine’s and 4th NWCS.
B-Team: 1st Rivonia, 2nd Rand Park and 3rd Blairgowrie.
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 are well prepared on a daily basis to perform their educative task both within and outside the classroom situation and are in possession of the appropriate working materials.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that they discuss learner’s reports, detention slips, work assignments and homework with their children.
SCHOOL RULES
The three sets of jungle gym equipment are strictly out of bounds before and after school hours. They may only be used during school time under adult supervision
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BRAKE PADS, DISKS & MINOR SERVICES: In these tough and demanding times, we will collect and delivery your vehicle at no extra cost. Please contact Imraan on (011) 791-3213 or 072 620 6833 for all your motor vehicle needs as listed above and for reliable same day service. Call or e-mail me at coolideas@i4u.co.za for a quote.
KIDSCAPE ADVENTURE CAMPS: Kids welcome from grade 1 – 8, limited to 60 kids only, at Camp Nelu (Hekpoort). Date: 29 March to 2 April 2014. 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 500 for the whole package and includes transport. Contact Graeme on 083 457 7848 or www.kidscapeadventures.com
MUGG & BEAN: Thursday is Quiz Night at Mugg & Bean Boskruin. Now you can stand a chance of winning exciting cash prizes and vouchers every Thursday at 19:30 at our fun-filled quiz nights. Book your table now (011) 791-3015.
TIGHT & TIDY PLUMBING: Reliable, fast, professional plumbers! Burst geysers and pipes, blocked drains, leaking/running toilets, geyser thermostats and valves, dripping taps, drainage and customised projects. Contact Dean on 082 333 7178 for all your plumbing requirements!
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ACCOMMODATION WANTED: The lady working at the tuckshop is looking for a room in the Randparkridge/Bromhof area from January 2014. She is willing to pay for accommodation. Please contact Joe on 073 731 7592.
OCTAPOOLS: Your local swimming pool specialists, we also offer weekly pool services, for any repairs and renovations call Mikki on 071 523 7059.
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: Movie Night. See you there. For more info contact 792-1340. NB: Everything is free! And the kids are encouraged to come in their PJ’s.
FOR ALL YOUR SECURITY NEEDS: 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.
KIP McGRATH EDUCATION CENTRES: We offer an excellent track record and outstanding materials, a free assessment and educational advice, individualised programmes in English. Reading, phonics, spelling, comprehension, Mathematics, Afrikaans and Science. Short courses in school readiness, study skills, exam essay writing. Contact Shereen on 071 685 5354 or www.kipmcgrath.co.za
RED DOOR MUSIC STUDIO: Are you musically inclined? Vocal training, piano and keyboard lessons will develop your creativity and confidence. Take lessons at our fully equipped studio in Bromhof, or in the convenience of your own home. Contact Amy at Red Door Music Studio on 083 337 2702 or reddoormusicians@gmail.com
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.
SECOND HAND CLOTHING: I am looking for 2nd hand clothing and linen in good condition to buy. Contact Emma on 078 570 1880.
KARATE: Train with Norman Robinson 8th Dan. Develop mental focus, concentration, and self-confidence. Builds speed, strength and stamina. For more details contact Kim on 082 841 56 95.