EDUCATION
Many small issues between children are often escalated by other children getting involved. Children who are on the periphery of the issue, the above quote applies. Please encourage your children not to become involved in issues that do not directly involve them.
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.
WINTER UNIFORM
The winter uniform is as follows:
BOYS:
Regulation grey shorts OR grey longs, tracksuit jacket, grey socks, plus plain navy blue tie is to be worn at all times with long sleeve blue shirt. NO track suit pants may be worn over the school uniform.
GIRLS:
Plain blue long sleeve shirt and navy blue tie, regulation girl’s grey longs OR grey tunic, plain navy jersey (optional), tracksuit jacket.
ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE FROM HONEYDEW DRAPERS AND STUDENT SCHOOLWEAR.
THE CHANGEOVER TO FULL WINTER UNIFORM WILL BE MONDAY 20 MAY 2013.
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).
LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Learners undertake to refrain from and report acts of vandalism or any other damage to or misuse of school property.
EXPENSES
Computer related expenses R342, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R1 221, Foundation Phase stock and stationery R398.
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.
MY SCHOOL CARD
Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. We have raised R3 995.55 by the end of February. Thanks to all participating parents.
DOOR OF HOPE
A big thank you to all those parents and learners who contributed towards our Door of Hope Charity Drive, your generosity was much appreciated. Thanks to you we were able to deliver a bakkie full of donations.
APPLICATIONS FOR ENROLMENT 2014
Application forms for 2014 will be available from Tuesday 9 April 2013 at the office and parents may return completed forms from Wednesday 17 April 2013. 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 2014. Personal and professional experience suggests that the enrolment of the younger learners can be problematic for them. My honest opinion is for you to keep them out of formal education for the additional year. Please let us all do whatever we can to ensure that we do not flood the school next year. An increase in the Learner: Teacher ratio is certainly not in the best educational interest of your children.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that their children abide by the rules, regulations and procedure set forth by the school.
PARENTS EVENING
Thanks to all parents who attended the parents evening on Tuesday night.
SCHOOL OPENS
School will open for Term 2 on Tuesday 9 April
RUGBY CLINIC
Rand Park Primary School will be holding a rugby clinic at the school on Saturday 20 April for all age groups. All welcome!
ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE WINNERS:
Congratulations to the following learners who received Certificates of Merit for Academic Excellence for Term 1.
Grade 4: Monique Nieuwenhuizen, Siddhi Singh, Matthew Wood, Tanya Freese, Terrence Broomberg, Dean Ramsay, Caitlin Hutchinson, Lerise Kaldenberg, Kimishca Naidoo, Wade Wiegand, Rasika Murugan, Sharzia Nana, Daisy Ndebele, Ciara Lee, Kivar Maharaj, Morakane Lekalakala, Denise Kondic, Hannah Desmet, Kristan Nyar, Thandolwethu Khuvutlu and Bilal Alli.
Grade 5: Michael Burgess, Daniell Van Der Merwe, Starrion Fenn, Chad Elliot, Shannon Crosby and Tatum Julius.
Grade 6: Megan Shannon and Phoebe Redelinghuys.
Grade 7: Megan Rosslee, Michael Moore, Matthew Young, Tamryn Visagie, Michael Wood, Veronica Shanoudy, Melissa Matthysen, Serusha Naidoo, Luc Marucchi, Seshnie Naidoo, Thandi Mpofu, Muhammed Bux, Michael Gooding, Darlene Frank, Erin Eadie, Aidan Riggien, Ofure Ayere and Karina Sivalingam.
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 seek changes in an orderly and approved manner.
SCHOOL RULES
Do not LITTER.
ADVERTISEMENTS
HONEYDEW DRAPERS SCHOOL WEAR: Honeydew Shopping Centre. Cnr. Beyers Naude & Blueberry Streets (011) 795-1617. Compare our affordable prices to other stockists.
DOMESTIC: Betty is looking for additional work on a Saturday. She is honest, reliable, hardworking and kind. For a reference contact me on 084 813 2706 or Betty on 072 779 8230.
AQUALAND S.A. SWIMMING SCHOOL: Indoor, heated pool, personalised 1-on-1 swimming lessons for pupils from 12 months to adult with a female swimming instructor. 2 Branches situated in Rand Park Ridge and Bromhof. Open 7 days a week. For more information contact Robbie on 082 521 2360 or info@aqualandsa.co.za also see www.aqualand.co.za
AFFORDABLE & COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL INSURANCE: Unlimited GP visits and medications. Basic dentistry, pathology, radiology and optometry from R279 per month. Hospital plan, emergency treatment, dread disease and death benefits from R379 per month. Contact Trish Clayton on 083 275 2375.
DESIGNER BLINDS & FLOORS: Situated in Randridge Mall. Exquisite laminates, vinyl and luxury vinyl tiles as well as beautiful carpets. We also offer an extensive range of blinds for your home and office. Contact Wayne on 083 454 6511 for a quote.
DOMESTIC: Joice is looking for part time domestic work, she is a hardworking lady and works for me twice a week but is looking for additional days. For a reference contact Getrude on 079 744 4993 or Joice on 071 043 9677.
TRANSPORT: For reliable and personal care transporting your kids to and from Rand Park Primary and Rand Park High Schools contact Christine on 082 440 4260. PDP Registered.
TENNIS COACHING: Professional tennis coaching is offered at the school tennis courts, Monday to Saturday. Group as well as private lessons available. All levels catered for, as well as adult coaching. Contact Sharon moenfam@mtnloaded.co.za or 083 256 1969.
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
PANORAMA FOOTBALL CLUB: We are based in Radiokop and are open to all ages from 5 years to Vets. Panorama Football Club are proud to say we have 4 x level 1 SAFA coaches as well as UEFA licence A & B coaches. We boast 4 full fields to accommodate our growing members. We are also very proud that we have become the official satellite club for the Black Aces. For more info on training days etc, please contact Mariesha on 079 769 2040 or visit www.panoramafc.co.za
FLOORING PROJECTS: Commercial carpet and flooring specialist. Contact Dave Irving on 083 273 2848.
KIDS CLUB: Please take note there will be no Kids Club this Friday night as well as during the school holidays.
BOOKKEEPING TO TRIAL BALANCE: I do book-keeping for small companies, offer excellent monthly rates. Debtors, creditors, PAYE/UIF and VAT returns. Company tax and investment advice also available. Contact Ashlee on 082 464 5451.
LIFT REQUIRED: I am in urgent need of a lift to school for my 2 children, we live at no 55, Randpark Drive. If you are able to assist please contact Vanessa on 082 749 6736.
HANDY MAN: Are you looking for a good, reliable handyman? Contact Mary on (011) 675-7128 081 467 0095
DOMESTIC: Constance is looking for part time/full time domestic work with or without accommodation. She is extremely honest, hardworking and reliable. For a reference contact Daniella on 082 309 6143 or Constance on 076 118 7176.
LEARNING SKILL METHODS: Grade 4 – 12. For more information contact Eddie on eddieschickerling@ymail.com or 083 454 0540.
DOMESTIC: Zama is looking for part time/full time domestic work. Has good references, please contact her on 072 401 0019.