EDUCATION
The above quote illustrates the point that undisciplined children become undisciplined adults and this can have extremely serious consequences for society. The sooner learners learn to OBEY PARENTAL AND SCHOOL RULES, the more law abiding they will be as adults.
TALENT EVENING
This will take place on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September from 18:30 – 20:00. Entrance will be R10 per person due to the fact that we would like to upgrade the music room. Seats will not be allocated, but will be on a first come first served basis. Tickets can be brought from the office during both breaks from Monday 8 September.
ANNUAL NATIONAL ASSESSMENT
The 2014 cycle of Annual National Assessment will be administered in all public and designated independent schools from 16 – 19 September. During this period, all learners in Grades 1 – 6 will write nationally set tests in English and Mathematics. The results will be used to report progress related to achieving goals set in the action plan 2014, towards schooling 2025. A letter with more information was distributed this week.
EXPENSES
Affiliation/Membership fees R300, Capex R5 450, computer related expenses R15 736, kitchen supplies R1 652, toilets R2 160, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R7 957, transport R1 929 and Metro Services R20 616.
GROUP TESTS
Tuesday 16 September: Grade 4 & 5: Afrikaans
Grade 7: Creative Arts
Wednesday 17 September: Grade 6: Afrikaans
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.
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.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that they meet ALL their financial commitments with respect to the school.
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.
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).
We thank the following parents/ businesses for their sponsorship:
Mr & Mrs Nieuwenhuizen for the kind donation of plants for the school.
WINTER/SUMMER UNIFORM
From Monday 15 September, ALL LEARNERS MUST BE DRESSED IN THE FULL SUMMER UNIFORM. Parental co-operation in this regard will be greatly appreciated.
NEW PARKING BAYS
Sincere thanks to JRA for doing the parking bays for our school. I would however request that parents refrain from parking on the right hand side of the road in order to drop or collect children. This action jeopardises the safety of the learners because they have to run backwards and forwards across the road. Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.
SCHOOL RULES
Rough play/games are not permitted on the fields; the educator on playground duty will use his/her discretion in this regard.
LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Learners undertake to protect school property.
EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES
ALL Extra Mural Activities will stop TODAY, unless otherwise arranged by the various stakeholders. In order to start preparing for the fourth term sporting codes Ms Michel will start with swimming fitness and Mr Niehaus will start with cricket from Grades 4 – 7, after the ANA Examinations. For further information regarding this please contact these two teachers at school. This is not compulsory.
SPORTS FIXTURES
Chess:
Monday 15 September: RP vs Risidale Primary (Away)
SPORTS RESULTS
Chess:
Rand Park played Curro Aurora and won 7 – 5.
Athletics:
1st Bryandale, 2nd Crawford Sandton, 3rd Rand Park and 4th Trinity House.
Cross Country:
Congratulations and good luck to Kyle Viede who has been selected to represent Joburg Northern Districts at Vereeniging.
FELLOW LEARNERS’ PROPERTY
This is an ongoing problem at the school and I am appealing to parents to have a word with their children regarding these very serious matters:
- Learners may NOT tamper with, damage or hide away another learner’s property.
- Learner may NOT take or use another learner’s property without permission. Each learner must have their own stationery and equipment.
- Vandalism or meddling with another property is a serious offence.
I would really appreciate it if you could assist us in this serious matter. Thank you!
CONGRATULATIONS
To Matteo Bertuolo who received his Junior Central Gauteng colours for gymnastics.
EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Educators must ensure that they refrain from abusive language or inflammatory actions.
ADVERTISEMENTS
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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.
MY ACADEMICS TUTORING SERVICES: Now offering Maths and Afrikaans lessons at our Randparkridge One to One Centre. These individual lessons cost R90. Payment options available. Also offering teacher/tutor for your home in 13 subjects. E-mail bronwyn@myacademics.co.za or contact her on 082 820 0879 or (011) 792-7568 for YOUR success.
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.
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MISSING: If anybody has seen a black and white jack russel cross terrier in the area, that answers to Jessie please contact us urgently on 082 452 5961.
KUMON: Give your child an edge with Maths or English in 2014. Enrol now for tuition where each child is an achiever. Contact Meloney on 082 966 8187 or (011) 791-4047.
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.
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 reddoormusicians@gmail.com or on 083 337 2702.
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!! Our theme for Kid’s Club this week is “Into the Jungle”. Entrance is free, juice and snacks will be provided. Grade 1 – 7’s are welcome.