Only 5 weeks left of the school year

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ONLY 5 WEEKS LEFT
With only 5 weeks until the end of this term we are all systems go! This is a very busy term for all. The text book sale is due to take place on Tuesday 18 November from 10am to 3pm. Please note that a letter detailing the cost of the books, etc will be sent out next Monday, 10 November together with the Walton’s stationary booklet. Please note this is the only day on which books will be sold. There will be NO other opportunity organized by the school
to purchase your child’s text books for next year.

SENIOR GRADE PLAYS
Below please find a short synopsis of what each of the plays are about so join us for some fun on Thursday 6 November at 7pm. Ticket Prices: R15 for Adults and R5 for children. Tickets are available at the Bursar’s office – buy your tickets now to avoid having to queue at the door to pay! Chips and Cooldrinks will be on sale during intermission.

• A HAIRY TALE
Entertaining a bored king is hard work especially when Cinderlocks is having a bad hair day, the Big Bad Wolf is about to elope with Red Riding Hood and Jack sells his cow after a serious night out at the pub. In a Hairy Tale we meet all our favourite fairy tale characters in a refreshingly new context.

• TV OR NOT TV
TV is a wonderful invention in many ways. Overuse can be mind numbing. The moral of this story is: READ! READ! READ!

• THE SEARCH FOR THE BOOK OF KNOWLEDGE
The Sacred book of Knowledge has been stolen from the Hauputchi People. This book is the book by which the Hauputchi live and without it they are lost. Six brave men are called upon to venture off on a dangerous quest in an attempt to retrieve the beloved book, this will not be an easy feat and many perils await them, will they be successful?

• PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN
This is a play about a news reporter who focuses on all the negativity in our country and therefore wants to pack up and leave. While he is packing up, he is visited by four ghosts who take him on a journey to discover South Africa’s past, present and future in order to convince
him to stay.

MERIT AWARDS
Congratulations to the following who were presented with merit awards at the assembly on Friday. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue giving only of your best at all times.

Jordan Bysshe, Daniela Black, Mika Duangprom, Donna Ingram, Daniel Soltau,
Gemma McGregor, Jemma Cook, Cameron Chubb, Jenna Glover, Ethan Philander,
Maxine Beimel, Victoria Harper, Keeziah Londt, Jason Meek, Refilwe Mofoka,
Alexa Rubin, Kelly Glover, Daniel Pelman, Laylah Sujee Jessica Way,
Kyle Valadas

READ-A-THON
Together with this weeks newsletter you will be receiving a list of all the books that were purchased using the funds raised by our Read-a-thon. I am sure you will agree there are
some exciting titles for all our boys and girls to read!

ART AUCTION
Last Wednesday evening the hall was transformed into an Art Gallery that was spectacularly
decorated with all the children’s individual art works. Our auctioneer Ariella Cooper did a superb job of encouraging all who attended to dig deep into their pockets. Together with this week’s newsletter we have sent out a letter of sincere thanks to all who contributed to make this evening a success! Below are pictures of the evening. One of them is of the beautiful Mandalas in Nature created by the Grade 7’s - these are still available to order and the cost is dependant upon the design you choose. Should you be interested please contact the Bursar to place your order.

LOST
The following items have been lost should you find them please hand them in at the secretary’s office – thank you:
-Amanda Bjorklund’s black gym bag containing her gym clothes has gone missing.
-Alexander Dickie has lost two fleece tops both are clearly marked.

MATHS QUIZ
Alongside is this week’s mathematical puzzle. Enjoy!

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE BURSAR
An unknown cash deposit of R4500 has been received the only reference is “Roggebaai” please contact Belinda Caldis on 021 438 1503.

BUDGET MEETING
This serves as our fourth notification of the annual Budget Meeting which will be held at the Camps Bay High School on Thursday, 13th November at 18:15. Please diarise this very important meeting. The draft budget is available for inspection at the office of the Bursar for scrutiny and comment by any parent who wishes to do so. Please contact Mrs Caldis on 021 438 1503 to arrange an appointment.

CLASSICAL BALLET & CLASSICAL GREEK
“There will be a rehearsal at the Camps Bay Primary School, Dunkeld Road this Saturday 8 November:
Times:
9:00 – 9:30 Reception
9:30 – 10:15 Grade 1
10:15 – 11:15 Grade 2 and 3
11:15 – 12:00 Grade 4 and 5
This will be a rehearsal for the Hour of Dance. Thank you.” June Gruneberg

Pink ribbons in aid of Save our Ballet will be on sale at R10 each in aid of Cape Town City Ballet – please support this cause. They can be purchased from Mrs Gruneberg.

CAMPS BAY HIGH SCHOOL REUNION
Calling anybody who may have matriculated from Camps Bay High School in 1983, 1988 and 1998! The school will be hosting a reunion on Saturday, 29 November 2008 at 18.30 in the
High School Seminar Rooms. Please contact Vivienne Ashcroft for further details (telephone number 021 4381507 or email her on campsbayschools@gmail.com).

TO HONOUR PAST PUPILS
To honour our past pupils and friends of Camps Bay High School who have achieved, often in the National or International arena, or made a difference in their community in a significant way, we display their photographs and resumes on the walls of The High School foyer. A number of these "achievers" have attended all three Camps Bay Schools. We launched the "Achievers and Friends of Camps Bay Wall" last year this time and have now invited them, together with a number of newly identified "achievers" back to visit the school. We
invite all parents and staff of the three Camps Bay Schools to join us at this function on Wednesday, 12 November 2008, at 19h00 in The High School hall. The dress is smart casual. Please reply to Vivienne Ashcroft by 31 October 2008 on tel. no. 021 438 1507 or email her on campsbayschools@gmail.com to facilitate catering.

SPORT PHOTOGRAPH APPEAL FOR THE MAGAZINE
We would like to appeal to all parents who may have any action shots or pictures of the various sporting teams to please send these to the school for inclusion in this year’s school magazine. Thank you to all the parents who have already sent in photos.

MAGAZINE SPONSORSHIP
Should you wish to advertise or sponsor a page in our 2009 School Magazine please contact Vivienne Ashcroft on 021 438 1507 or 082 466 8261 or email her on ampsbayschools@gmail.com. Thank you for your kind consideration and support.
Prices for page sponsorship or advertising are as follows:
- Page sponsorships R100.
- Full Page Advertisement R2500
- Half Page Advertisement R1500
- Quarter Page Advertisement R800
- Listing R300

MESSAGE FROM THE CLOTHING SHOP
98% of stock is now available in the clothing shop! Opening times are Monday 13h00 – 17h30. Tuesday – Friday 11h00 – 15h30.

REMINDER
I hope you are all preparing well for the final exams. Exams start on Monday 17 November and end on Friday 28 November.

Yours in education

L.J. VISAGIE
ACTING PRINCIPAL

----->>> DATES TO DIARISE – 4TH TERM 2008 <<<-----

OCTOBER
17, Fri Gr. 7 Farewell dinner at 19:30
High school auction RAZZLE DAZZLE: Suikerbossie;
Magazine Cover Photo @ 8:15/12:30
20, Mon Gr. 5C outing to MTN Science Centre
22, Wed Governing Body
23, Thurs Birthday – Mr Rycroft
24, Fri High School Valedictory
27, Mon HIV/Aids Meeting at Tafelberg High at 15:00
29, Wed Art Auction at 19:00
Budget available for inspection

NOVEMBER
5, Wed Finale Invites Out
6, Thurs Plays Gr6 & Gr7
7, Fri No Assembly
9, Sun Birthday Ms Selepe
10, Mon Progression Schedules
12, Wed Achievers Evening @ High School; Waltons Stationery Booklets distributed.
13, Thurs Budget 2009 Meeting at 18:15 at High School
14, Fri Extra-murals End
17, Mon Grade 4 – 7 exams begin
18, Tues Text Book Sales 10:00 – 15:00
20, Thurs SAPA End of Year function
21, Fri Pub and Quiz Evening at Ardi’s
27, Thurs Gr.3’s to Prep at 09:00 for Nativity Play; Judith Nott’s Farewell 18:00
28, Fri Gr. 4 – 7 Exams end; Music Awards Assembly; Prep school Nativity at 09:00

DECEMBER
2, Tues Inter-house Netball & Soccer
4, Thurs Prep Celebration at 08:15; Finalè at 19h30
5, Fri Reports Collected. End of 4th Term at 11am

----->>> SELLING BEE <<<-----

DIFFICULT RELATIONSHIPS WORKSHOP
Mrs Uranovsky (Mrs U) will be running an ongoing ADULT WORKSHOP (in groups or one-on-one) for people in difficult or abusive relationships. Would parents please indicate whether they would prefer a Monday morning or an evening time slot? You can contact Mrs U on 021 438 1503 ext 6 or on 083 699 4550. There is a small fee of R60 per hourly session for all group sessions. Private sessions are available – cost to be negotiated.
Confidentiality guaranteed.

GRADE 7 BABIES DVD FOR SALE
A copy of the Grade 7 Babies DVD as shown at the
Grade 7 farewell is available at a cost of R20 per DVD. To purchase a copy please
contact Dane Lerm on 021 438 9535.

KITTENS FREE OF CHARGE TO GOOD HOMES
Please contact Yuliana on 076 120 7525 or 021 438 9293.

CAMPS BAY PRIMARY GARDENER
Our gardener is seeking accommodation in the area. Willing to work in exchange for a place to stay. Please contact Noleen Knott on 082 924 7030 should you be able to assist.

INDIVIDUAL COACHING
Ryan Maron Cricket School of Excellence would like to
present individual coaching to local cricketers.
Days: Monday to Friday.
Times: from 16h00 onwards (after practise).
Venue: Camp Bay Primary School, Symonds field at the cricket nets.
Rate: R180 per one hour session.
Contact: Ryan Maron on 082 491 7506, 021 761 6064 or via
email at ryan@cricketschool.co.za or
William Solomon on 084 249 9969 or
via email at william@cricketschool.co.za.
Or please visit www.cricketschool.co.za for additional information.

HOUSE SITTERS
Two UCT Female students. Very responsible and reliable. Will
house sit when you go away and look after your pets and your house. Please call Gabi
on 074 1805 687.

BROWNIE HALL FOR HIRE
Brownie Hall is available for hire, ideal for children’s parties, R275.00.
Please call Carol on 021 438 9988 or 0722002691 for more information.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT
Honest, reliable char looking for an extra 3 days work per
week. Please call Carol on 021 438 2305.

NSN MAINTENANCE
Household maintenance, general repairs, repairs to all types of
blinds, flexible and extended working hours. Best rates. Anton 078 560 1963, Norma
072 268 4392 or office 021 434 2323.

CAMPS BAY PRIMARY WEBSITE AND BLOGSITE
by Alma Horn from Leaping Frog
For any graphic design or marketing related enquiries call 083 628 9105