END OF TERM
As we approach the end of yet another school term, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all parents for your help, support and interest this term. We have had another busy and very successful term in all aspects of our school environment and you as partners in the education of your children deserve much of the credit for that. Thanks to the learners who have taken good care of their text books this term. Please adhere to the uniform policy next term. The average attendance this term was 97% – Well Done!
Finally, may I take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy, safe and enjoyable June Holiday. Enjoy this holiday with your children.
PARENT’S EVENING
Parents Evening for the Senior Primary (Grade 4 – 7) will be held on Thursday 31st July from 17:00 – 19:00 and this will be by invitation only. Reports will be handed out to all Senior Primary learners on the 1st August.
INTERHOUSE ATHLETICS
Our annual Interhouse Athletic Day will take place on Wednesday 30 July. A letter with all the relevant information will follow in the third term.
MY SCHOOL CARD
Please remember to support our business partners on a regular basis. We have received R28 024.82 this year.
SCHOOL TIMES
School will start at 7:30 EVERYDAY.
On Wednesday and Friday school will close at 13:30 (grades 4 – 7). Punctuality in the morning is essential for all learners.
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).
SCHOOL OPENS
School will open for the 3rd Term on Monday 21 July.
EXPENSES
Capex R151 970, computer related expenses R6 342, consumable stock R3 684, hardware/maintenance/plumbing R1 050, kitchen supplies R2 609, Metro Services R27 329 and sports R675.
BARGAIN BIN
A special appeal is made to parents to please donate any school/sports uniforms that no longer fit your children or that they no longer require, to the school Bargain Bin. Any donations would be much appreciated.
CONGRATULATIONS
To Matthew Baker for being selected as Soccer Player of the year 2014.
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.
LEARNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Learners undertake to refrain from use of drugs, assault, carrying of dangerous weapons, criminal or illegal activities, intimidation, bullying, sexual harassment, rape, victimisation, drunkenness, smoking or being on possession of pornographic
SCHOOL RULES
Keep off al banks and out of the flower beds.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents must ensure that they meet all their financial commitments with respect to the school.
EDUCATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Educators must ensure that they conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner.
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