Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s)
Thank you for your support at the Founder’s Day Assembly and the Camps Bay Schools’ Variety Show last week – both events were very successful. Simon Trappler, a past pupil in the Preparatory, Primary and High School, who has just qualified from UCT with a BA.LLB degree as a lawyer, was the guest speaker. Thank you to Mrs Sophia Mortakis for organising the stunning birthday cake with the school crest and motto ‘Strive for the Highest’ on as well as for the cup-cakes for the pupils to enjoy to celebrate our 103rd birthday. The Camps Bay Schools’ Soiree was a ‘hit’ – both Friday and Saturday nights were sold out. The Camps Bay Primary number was called back for an encore on Saturday night! Thank you to our resident choreographer, Diane Knight, for choreographing our dance item. Thank you to the High School for the facilities, Mr Vic van Heerden and his support team for their hard work setting up and cleaning up after the event, Mr William Cawood and the committee of teachers from all three schools for arranging the programme as well as to Mrs Vivienne Ashcroft for marketing the event, general organising and the organising of the refreshments.
I would like to draw your attention to an interesting article by Gregory Ramey, a child psychologist, which I read in the Sunday Times, dated 17 May 2009. It deals with the dangers of use of cellphones by pre-teens – please read the article, as it is most informative.
KIDS SHOULDN’T HAVE CELLPHONES IN THE FIRST PLACE, BUT IF THEY DO, INSIST ON RULES FOR THEIR OWN GOOD, SAYS GREGORY RAMEY
I don’t think pre-teens should have their own cellphones, but many parents disagree. If you insist on indulging your child with this luxury, please consider these six things:
Have your child pay part of the cost. Isn’t this just another example of parents buying stuff they don’t need with money they don’t have? Insist that your child completes regular chores to pay for the phone and be strong enough to terminate phone privileges if your child doesn’t comply with this expectation.
Monitor text messages. Young children have no understanding of the risks of the electronic world and it is your job to protect them. Inform your child that you will be regularly reviewing text messages. Please don’t tell me about the privacy rights of a 10-year-old. Their safety and security takes priority over their privacy.
Place limits on phone and text messaging. A pleasant diversion can easily transform into an annoying habit and even an addiction for some people. Kids can become preoccupied with this mindless diversion from real life. Limit the number of minutes and text messages that can be used monthly.
Discuss respect and etiquette. Talk about cyber-bullying and gossiping with your kids. My concern with texting is that it is just too easy to immediately communicate any fleeting thought or feeling. Kids need to be careful about gossiping or expressing a transitory feeling about a friend, teacher or coach. That text can then be re-sent or used in ways for which it was never intended.
Have an explicit discussion of sexting with your child. Phones and cameras are a dangerous combination for many pre-teens. Twenty percent of teenagers admitted to electronically sending or posting nude or semi-nude pictures of themselves. A 15-year-old from Pennsylvania, US, recently got into legal trouble for sending what she felt were harmless pictures she took when she was at a sleepover when she was 12 years old. Talk with your child about these situations. When I discussed this recommendation at a parents’ workshop a few weeks ago, a mom responded that she felt her nine-year-old was too young to learn about sexting. If you feel that your children are too young to learn about sending and receiving sexually explicit pictures, then they are too young for a cellphone.
Establish privacy and safety rules. Kids should never give out their cellphone number or accept text messages from strangers. Lots of kids in my office are telling me about their “friends” from across the country, people they are meeting on the Internet and text messaging throughout the day. Most parents are unaware of their kids’ dumb and dangerous practice of sharing intimate feelings and personal information with total strangers. We need to prepare our children for this new electronic world, but that doesn’t mean putting them in situations they cannot handle. Delay the cellphone until your child is a teen.
© 2009 The New York Times News Service
Gregory Ramey is a child psychologist and vice-president for outpatient services at the Children’s Medical Centre of Dayton, Ohio
ACADEMICS
Teachers and pupils, with the support of parents at home, need to turn our attention to academics and be focused in the preparation for the Assessment Weeks from 1 June to 12 June 2009. Pupils will be writing a number of tests during this period and need to be studying and preparing for the various forms of assessment. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all our pupils good luck in the forthcoming assessments and exams. Remember: only through hard work and studying will you achieve your potential and the results you expect and deserve.
GRADE 7’S: The grade 7s, in preparation for high school, will be writing more formalised exams during Assessment Week and the school day for grade 7s will close at 13h00 daily. If pupils have sport, they will be allowed to study in the exam venue or in the library from 13h30 to the end of the day, after which they will then attend sports practices during the normal times.
Sports practices and matches continue during exams – sport during this period is a ‘break’ from studying after which pupils go home ‘refreshed’ to do further studying.
JUNGLE GYM: Our new Jungle Gym has been erected on the playground. The colourful base will be placed by the end of this week so the Jungle Gym should be in operation by next week. Well done and thank you to the parents that have assisted in driving this project, particularly, Noleen Knott, Michele Harvey and Nike Romano. Our children are very excited and can’t wait to climb and play!
SPORTS MATCHES: A number of our sports fixtures were cancelled this week by the opposing schools, which is most disappointing. I telephoned the principals at the various schools to inquire why the matches were cancelled and received apologies from sports co-ordinators and coaches! I do hope you were informed timeously by sms. In line with our sports policy, matches will not be cancelled by Camps Bay Primary except in exceptional cases weather permitting and in these instances Mrs Hamber and I will make the decision at second break.
PTA: SENÕR CHEF FUNDRAISER: Please support this fundraiser by selling spices and Ina Paarman products. Well done to Grade 4J which is the leading class. We need ALL parents to be supportive of this fundraiser by the PTA and we are compelled to complete the fundraiser by Monday 1 June with all forms handed in to Mrs Caldis. We need the funds to purchase our Smartboards which have been ordered! Grade 7s – you need to start selling if you want delivery of the Smartboards! We receive 25% of all sales and thus far we have raised only R4800-00!
We need a big drive in the last few days of this fundraiser. Thank you for your support.
All order forms for the Senõr Chef fundraiser should have been handed in today. If there are any outstanding orders, they will be accepted by Monday, 1 June, at the latest. All orders must be accompanied by the appropriate amount of cash. Thanks to all who worked hard to sell the products. Details of how much money was raised and all the prize-winners will be announced shortly.
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Adam Fagan
Jessica Way
Deana Rodrigues
Angela Yeo
Theo Thesen
Dylan Grobler
Zoë Sutton
Kelly Glover
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ: Camps Bay Primary school competed in the first round of the Inter-schools’ General Knowledge Quiz and came 3rd out of 33 schools! The average achieved amongst all the schools was 64%, our average was 78%! Our team consisted of the following pupils: Maya Greyling, Hannah Fagan, Joshua Guenther, Henry Müller, Alexander Dickie, Jason Meek and Ethan Philander as our reserve. Well done, boys and girls, we are very proud of you!
GRADE 4 CAKE SALE: A reminder of the Grade 4 cake sale that will take place tomorrow, Friday, 29 May 2009 at second break for Grades 1 – 5. Grade 6 and 7’s will be able to purchase their goodies at 13h00 due to the fact that they will be going on an outing to the Baxter Theatre. Please remember to bring your money for all the yummy goodies there will be Pizza, popcorn, cake and hot chocolate on offer!
CULTURAL:
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE: Notes4Notes looks forward to hosting a Wild West Barn Dance on the second last night of term Thursday, 25 June 2009 18:30 for 19:00. Tickets cost R50 for Adults and R10 for Scholars. We are running a Family Special ticket offer of 4 – 5 tickets for a cost of R100. This is a real family event where the whole family can dance together and socially we can all get to know the school family. Diarise this date and watch out for further details.
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER - VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL: The Grade 7 parent body have secured a block booking for the Vodacom Funny Festival on Saturday, 20 June at 5pm at the Baxter Theatre. They will be selling the tickets at a cost of R110 each (normally R120). These tickets are being sold to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Tickets are available from Mrs Caldis, the Bursar. Please support.
DRUMMING LESSONS: There will be no drumming lessons for two weeks. The reason is a happy one! We wish Ian Black our drumming teacher a happy marriage and honeymoon. He tied the knot on the 23 May 2009.
BALLET: Dear Parents, “Watching Day” this term will take place on Saturday 6 June 2009, at the Camps Bay Primary School hall in Dunkeld Road. The times are as follows:
Times: 12:00 to 12:30 Pre-Reception
12:30 – 13:00 Reception
13:00 - 13:45 Primary Grade (Grade 1 School)
13:45 – 14:30 Grade I Ballet (Grade 2 School)
14:30 – 15:15 Grade III Ballet
15:15 – 16:00 Grade IV Ballet
16:00 – 16:45 Grade V Ballet
Look forward to seeing you all. Mrs G and Lisl.
GENERAL:
THANK YOU: Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.
A very big thank you goes out to Mr Phoplonker (father of Fuzail in Grade 3) for his donation to purchase a bench for the school!
Thank you to Donna Ingram’s grandfather who very kindly donated plants for our school gardens!
LOST: The following items are missing. Should you find them please hand in at the secretary’s office.
Trinity Britow has lost her spectacles. They are multi-coloured around the front section of each lens and have brown arms on the side. They were lost along with her orange spectacle case.
Moms please check your son’s shoes. Cole Goldie’s brand new Green Cross school shoes (size 3) went missing after changing for soccer on Tuesday in the boy’s toilet. Each shoe is labelled with his name inside.
CHANGE OF DETAILS: If your contact details or address have changed since January 2009. Please advise the office. Thank you.
RECYCLING – greenOFFICE FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE: Please remember to support the greenOFFICE fundraising recycling initiative by bringing your empty ink and laser cartridges and putting them into the greenOFFICE recycling bins. One bin is located in the printing room and the other one outside the kitchen. We hope you will all support this initiative. Thank you.
OLD TELEPHONE BOOKS: A reminder that we do recycle old telephone books –they must be kept separate and placed in the plaswood structure at the recycling facility along with all the cardboard. Thank you.
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
THE ROCKERFELLAS: Band including Dads from both the Primary and Prep school will be playing at Dizzy’s in Camps Bay on Saturday 30 May at 22:00. Bring your friends and come for an evening full of well known rock ’n roll! (Cover charge R20).
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd TERM 2009
May 2009
Fri, 29
Shavout
Grade 4 Cake Sale
Grade 6 & 7’s to the Baxter
June 2009
Mon, 1
Assessment week starts.
Wed, 10
Notes4Notes
Fri, 12
Assessment week ends.
Mon, 15
School holiday
Tues, 16
Public holiday – Youth Day
June 2009 continued
Wed, 17
SGB Meeting
Sat, 20
Vodacom Funny Festival at the Baxter in aid of Gr 7 Farewell.
Wed, 24
Grade 5 Cake Sale
Thurs, 25
Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26
Term 2 Ends at 11h00.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
S E L L I N G B E E
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
CAROO TUTORING: One-on-one, in your home, all grades, all subjects. We have the right tutor for your learner’s needs. Please contact Vicky or Emma on Tel: +27 (0)21 713 3830 or Email: info@carootutoring.co.za or visit Website: http://www.carootutoring.co.za/
REEF WETSUIT FOR SALE: Full length Reef wetsuit for sale age 11 – 12 in good condition. Contact Daniel Harper on 021 423 7681 or 083 779 7681.
KARATE FOR SCHOLARS, BOYS AND GIRLS: Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihah Bas van Stenis. Discipline, self-esteem and confidence are hallmarks of our teaching, with girls specifically being empowered. Recommended by child guidance councillors. Phone 021 439 4635 or 083 538 5643.
DOMESTIC SEEKING VACANCY: Our domestic worker’s sister from Zimbabwe is looking for a job in Camps Bay or Hout Bay. She is 26 and if she is anything like our fabulous cleaner, then I can highly recommend her! Please call her on 071 810 7721 or call Janette on 072 947 3511.
SEEKING ACCOMMODATION: Our General Assistant, Happymore is seeking alternative accommodation - he is able to pay R400 per month. If you are able to assist him please call him directly on 078 408 7610.
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Seven years experience teaching English as a second language. Can tutor in English, Piano and Natural Science. Please call Matthew on 083 574 9450.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
WORK WANTED: Beulah Dlova is seeking employment. She is currently living in the area and is available for any work Monday to Friday. Please call her on 083 585 2436.
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE)BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
Friday, June 26, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Last Week of Term
Dear Parent(s) Guardian(s)
I cannot believe that six months of the year have already passed. We are on the home straight in term 2 to a well-deserved holiday. Thank you to the teachers, administrative staff and support staff who have all worked so hard to make our school a wonderful place of learning. The assessments are complete and I am at presently signing reports – the vast majority of our pupils have done exceptionally well. I do hope your child has lived up to expectation and has achieved the results that he or she deserves. I think we can be very proud of Camp Bay Primary and its wonderful pupils.
REPORTS: As informed in the previous newsletter, Reports will be issued on Thursday 24 June from 14h30 to 15h30 in the Bernie Segal Memorial Hall. If you are unable to collect your child’s report at this time, the reports will be available from the office on Friday morning until 11h00. Reports will not be available before the time.
SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY: I am pleased to inform you of the election of the new office-bearers of the School Governing Body as follows:
· Chairman: Mr Charles Thesen
· Vice Chairman: Ms Suzie Joubert
· Treasurer: Mr Neil Phillips
· Secretary: Mrs Pat Readman
Further sub committees will be formed in due course.
STAFFING: Camps Bay Primary had two vacant educator state posts that were advertised in the departmental vacancy list. I am pleased to inform you that Mrs Swart (van Hoof) was nominated, in the first post, as the Head of Foundation phase and Grade 3 educator. In the second post, I am also pleased to inform you that the Department has nominated, Mr Ryklieff, into the position as grade 6 educator. Both appointments are effective as of 1 July 2009.
Mr Ryklieff is a teacher with 14 years teaching experience. He is presently a Head of Department at Belmore Primary where he has been teaching for the last 13 years. Mr Ryklieff has been involved in a wide range of areas in school life. He will be assisting with soccer coaching next term.
Mr Ryklieff will be replacing Ms Gibbs as the grade 6 educator. I am also pleased to inform you that Ms Gibbs will be utilised as an Art teacher who will also continue running the Art Club.
READ-A-THON: We had a very successful launch of the annual Read-a-thon fundraiser in the assembly on Friday last week. You should have seen the green Read-a-thon forms. Please encourage your child to read during the holidays and encourage sponsorship of your child’s reading. Last year
R20 000 was raised for the purchase of new books for our school library. With the money raised from this year’s Read-a-thon, we would like to purchase more books for the school library as well as make a contribution towards our new Smartboards which are on order! Please support and start reading with your child – I have already started with reading ‘Spud’!
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE:
Please support the Notes4Notes Barn Dance on the second last night of term, Thursday 25 June 2009. Adults and children are all welcome – please dress up in your cowboy and cowgirl outfits and come and ‘yihaaw’! It should be a lot of fun!
WINTER SPORTS DERBY DAY: The Sports Derby Day with Llandudno Primary will be taking place on Saturday morning 25 July from 08h30 – 13h00 next term. Please find enclosed a letter providing you with all the details and a programme. Soccer and Netball matches will all be on the Symmonds field and we hope to create a typical Derby Day atmosphere. The PTA Moms will be co-ordinating the sale of food and refreshments but we would like Dads to assist with the braaing. Please contact Sophia Mortakis on
082 923 2517 or email Sophia at sophiam@polka.co.za if you are able to assist at the Derby Day.
SENÕR CHEF ORDERS: Please note that these will be delivered in the first week of the new term. Thanks. (Sophia Mortakis / PTA)
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Theo Thesen
Adam Fagan
Keeziah Londt
Cullam Geyser
Cassidy Jerram
Gina Angelico
Guinevere Shapiro
Sikholiwe Cacambile
Julian Forbes
Ines Desportes
Oliver Gosnell
Maria Caldis
Dohne Mento
Ben Tilley
Connor Jackson
Laylah Sujee
Owami Twala
Florent Remondi
Simone Spira
Cassidy Nicholson
Hannah Margetts
Maxine Beimel
Filippa Engvall
Jessica Landsberg
Victoria Harper
Glen Rauwerdink
Emma-Jane Whatney
SPORT:
CROSS-COUNTRY: We finally entered two learners to run at Wynberg Park last Friday. Thandi Burgess came 25th and Matteo Greyling came 28 th. Congratulations on doing so well in a tough competition.
COMBINED THREE SCHOOLS CROSS-COUNTRY: The Camps Bay Schools will be hosting a combined cross-country on 7 August 2009. We will be needing parents to volunteer to act as marshals for the Camps Bay Primary Cross-Country event. Should you be willing to assist, please contact the office. Further details surrounding this event will be sent out at the start of the new term.
CULTURAL:
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER – HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD: Premier taking place on 18 July at 14:15 at Kenilworth. Buy your tickets at a cost of R40 per ticket from the Bursar before Friday! You snooze – you lose!
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: R.A.D. Ballet Examinations. There will be a lesson this Friday,
26 June 2009 for the exam entrants.
Times: 13:00 – 14:00 Grade III Ballet
14:00 – 14:30 Grade IV Ballet
14:30 – 15:15 Grade V Ballet
NB: Holiday lessons, as per letter, on 15 and 17 July.
Times: 10:30 – 11:30 Grade 3
11:30 – 12:15 Grade 4
12:15 – 13:00 Grade 5
Wishing all our pupils a happy and safe holiday. The Studio opens on Wednesday 22 July. Mrs G and Lisl.
DIANE KNIGHT DANCE SCHOOL: All Diane Knight’s pupils are advised that there will be no dancing lessons on Thursday 25 June due to the Barn Dance. Please note that dance classes will resume in Term 3 on Thursday 23 July 2009.
DIANE KNIGHT DANCE SCHOOL RESULTS:
12 AND UNDER GROUPS – WINNERS 7 – 8 GROUP FABULOUS: Alexandra Phillips, Shannon Alexandra, Angela Yeo, Eve Jerram, Kaliya Arumugam, Jessica O’Dowd, Carla Kearney, Kate Marks, Megan Jones, Mila Schelin.
WINNERS PRE-AMATEUR 12 AND UNDER QUARTET: Lola Dollimore, Sasha Meek, Jenna Glover, Katherine Hartzenberg,
IMPROVISATION WINNER: Katherine Hartzenberg
FINALS 12 AND UNDER QUARTET: Brittany Ferreira, Kelly Glover, Chelsea Pope, Jessica Way.
HIP HOP WINNERS 12 AND UNDER: Chelsea Pope, Jessica Way, Jenna Glover, Cassidy Nicholson, Katherine Hartzenberg, Brittany Ferreira
FINALS 10 AND UNDER CHARACTER: Brittany Ferreira, Jenna Glover, Katherine Hartzenberg
FINALS 12 AND UNDER CHARACTER: Jessica Way, Kelly Glover
MODERN DANCING 12 AND UNDER GROUP WINNERS: Carla Kearney, Kate Marks, Jessica O’Dowd, Eve Jerram, Shannon Alexander, Alex Phillips, Mila Schelin, Kaliya Arumugam, Megan Jones, Angela Yeo
Congratulations to Diane and all our dancers on your excellent achievements!
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays. It will be closed from Saturday, 27 June and will reopen on 20 July.
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
MY SCHOOL: Please visit the MySchool website http://www.myschool.co.za/ to read more about their programmess, funds, initiatives and various rewards offered to card holders.
UNCLAIMED CASH DEPOSIT: A R500 cash deposit was made in Sea Point into the school’s bank account with no reference, if this was your deposit, please contact the Bursar, Belinda Caldis.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB RAFFLE: The Club is running a raffle to raise money to improve the facilities at the club. Your support is
appreciated. Tickets are available at the Secretary’s office or from Wendy Way at the Swimming Club at a cost of R10 each. The prize is this beautiful extra-large teddy bear!
CAMPS BAY PRIMARY SCHOOL PARCEL: The Primary School has a 17kg box in the UK that needs to get to Cape Town - is there anyone that is going to the UK during the next 3 months that has a business allowance and could help us get it here? Call Carol 0722002691.
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd / 3rd TERM 2009
June 2009
Thurs, 25
Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30 in the hall.
Thurs, 25
Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26
Term 2 Ends at 11h00
July 2009
Mon, 20
School reopens
Sat, 25
Derby Day
Wed, 29
SGB Meeting
Thurs, 30
Grade 5 Cake Sale
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a wonderful winter holiday. If you are staying at home, curl up under the duvet with a good book and if you are travelling, please drive safely and see you next term.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
S E L L I N G B E E
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – MINI FILM SCHOOL – DRAMA CLUB: With Bridget McCarthy (Camps Bay Prep drama teacher. Ages 7 – 13. R100 per day 8am – 2pm Monday to Friday 6th – 10th July (2nd week of the holiday in the City / Vredehoek). Call 021465 0023 / 084 523 2300 / mccbridget@iburst.co.za
HOUSE / PET SITTER: Available weekends and longer holidays. Kyle Dewar is a 23 year old responsible male student with excellent house sitting experience. He will look after your home, pets and swimming pool with great care. Contact him on: 082 524 9710. References available, contact Marianthi Dickie 021 424 9733/ 082 658 5542
CAMPS BAY MOBILE CAR WASH: Enjoy a professional car wash/valet service in the comfort of your own home at anytime during the day. We come to you! Alfonso, (a parent at Camps Bay Prep) is contactable on 078 936 2119. Wash includes vacuum, dashboard and vinyl polish, wheels polished and a thorough clean inside and outside your car.
CAMPS BAY WINDOW REPAIRS: Alfonso is also available to do window repair work and replace glass. Just call him on 078 936 2119 and he will come and measure your window, fetch the glass and fit it.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit http://www.barrypix.com/ for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE) BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
FOR SALE FOX MOTOR-X BOOTS: Size 6 – imported from Italy. Very good condition R400.
Please contact Natalie on 083 500 0499.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / http://www.idofunctions.co.za/.
IMPROVE YOUR MARKS! Nutritional study-aids to fuel the brain as well as other nutritional solutions and info. Excellent results reported. Visit http://healthylife-sa.shoreturl.com/ for more information or email Tyrone at healthylifesa@gmail.com or call 084 632 1925.
NEED A HOUSESITTER: Contact Nicci (au pair of Devon and Teia Massey) on 082 449 6120.
I cannot believe that six months of the year have already passed. We are on the home straight in term 2 to a well-deserved holiday. Thank you to the teachers, administrative staff and support staff who have all worked so hard to make our school a wonderful place of learning. The assessments are complete and I am at presently signing reports – the vast majority of our pupils have done exceptionally well. I do hope your child has lived up to expectation and has achieved the results that he or she deserves. I think we can be very proud of Camp Bay Primary and its wonderful pupils.
REPORTS: As informed in the previous newsletter, Reports will be issued on Thursday 24 June from 14h30 to 15h30 in the Bernie Segal Memorial Hall. If you are unable to collect your child’s report at this time, the reports will be available from the office on Friday morning until 11h00. Reports will not be available before the time.
SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY: I am pleased to inform you of the election of the new office-bearers of the School Governing Body as follows:
· Chairman: Mr Charles Thesen
· Vice Chairman: Ms Suzie Joubert
· Treasurer: Mr Neil Phillips
· Secretary: Mrs Pat Readman
Further sub committees will be formed in due course.
STAFFING: Camps Bay Primary had two vacant educator state posts that were advertised in the departmental vacancy list. I am pleased to inform you that Mrs Swart (van Hoof) was nominated, in the first post, as the Head of Foundation phase and Grade 3 educator. In the second post, I am also pleased to inform you that the Department has nominated, Mr Ryklieff, into the position as grade 6 educator. Both appointments are effective as of 1 July 2009.
Mr Ryklieff is a teacher with 14 years teaching experience. He is presently a Head of Department at Belmore Primary where he has been teaching for the last 13 years. Mr Ryklieff has been involved in a wide range of areas in school life. He will be assisting with soccer coaching next term.
Mr Ryklieff will be replacing Ms Gibbs as the grade 6 educator. I am also pleased to inform you that Ms Gibbs will be utilised as an Art teacher who will also continue running the Art Club.
READ-A-THON: We had a very successful launch of the annual Read-a-thon fundraiser in the assembly on Friday last week. You should have seen the green Read-a-thon forms. Please encourage your child to read during the holidays and encourage sponsorship of your child’s reading. Last year
R20 000 was raised for the purchase of new books for our school library. With the money raised from this year’s Read-a-thon, we would like to purchase more books for the school library as well as make a contribution towards our new Smartboards which are on order! Please support and start reading with your child – I have already started with reading ‘Spud’!
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE:
Please support the Notes4Notes Barn Dance on the second last night of term, Thursday 25 June 2009. Adults and children are all welcome – please dress up in your cowboy and cowgirl outfits and come and ‘yihaaw’! It should be a lot of fun!
WINTER SPORTS DERBY DAY: The Sports Derby Day with Llandudno Primary will be taking place on Saturday morning 25 July from 08h30 – 13h00 next term. Please find enclosed a letter providing you with all the details and a programme. Soccer and Netball matches will all be on the Symmonds field and we hope to create a typical Derby Day atmosphere. The PTA Moms will be co-ordinating the sale of food and refreshments but we would like Dads to assist with the braaing. Please contact Sophia Mortakis on
082 923 2517 or email Sophia at sophiam@polka.co.za if you are able to assist at the Derby Day.
SENÕR CHEF ORDERS: Please note that these will be delivered in the first week of the new term. Thanks. (Sophia Mortakis / PTA)
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Theo Thesen
Adam Fagan
Keeziah Londt
Cullam Geyser
Cassidy Jerram
Gina Angelico
Guinevere Shapiro
Sikholiwe Cacambile
Julian Forbes
Ines Desportes
Oliver Gosnell
Maria Caldis
Dohne Mento
Ben Tilley
Connor Jackson
Laylah Sujee
Owami Twala
Florent Remondi
Simone Spira
Cassidy Nicholson
Hannah Margetts
Maxine Beimel
Filippa Engvall
Jessica Landsberg
Victoria Harper
Glen Rauwerdink
Emma-Jane Whatney
SPORT:
CROSS-COUNTRY: We finally entered two learners to run at Wynberg Park last Friday. Thandi Burgess came 25th and Matteo Greyling came 28 th. Congratulations on doing so well in a tough competition.
COMBINED THREE SCHOOLS CROSS-COUNTRY: The Camps Bay Schools will be hosting a combined cross-country on 7 August 2009. We will be needing parents to volunteer to act as marshals for the Camps Bay Primary Cross-Country event. Should you be willing to assist, please contact the office. Further details surrounding this event will be sent out at the start of the new term.
CULTURAL:
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER – HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD: Premier taking place on 18 July at 14:15 at Kenilworth. Buy your tickets at a cost of R40 per ticket from the Bursar before Friday! You snooze – you lose!
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: R.A.D. Ballet Examinations. There will be a lesson this Friday,
26 June 2009 for the exam entrants.
Times: 13:00 – 14:00 Grade III Ballet
14:00 – 14:30 Grade IV Ballet
14:30 – 15:15 Grade V Ballet
NB: Holiday lessons, as per letter, on 15 and 17 July.
Times: 10:30 – 11:30 Grade 3
11:30 – 12:15 Grade 4
12:15 – 13:00 Grade 5
Wishing all our pupils a happy and safe holiday. The Studio opens on Wednesday 22 July. Mrs G and Lisl.
DIANE KNIGHT DANCE SCHOOL: All Diane Knight’s pupils are advised that there will be no dancing lessons on Thursday 25 June due to the Barn Dance. Please note that dance classes will resume in Term 3 on Thursday 23 July 2009.
DIANE KNIGHT DANCE SCHOOL RESULTS:
12 AND UNDER GROUPS – WINNERS 7 – 8 GROUP FABULOUS: Alexandra Phillips, Shannon Alexandra, Angela Yeo, Eve Jerram, Kaliya Arumugam, Jessica O’Dowd, Carla Kearney, Kate Marks, Megan Jones, Mila Schelin.
WINNERS PRE-AMATEUR 12 AND UNDER QUARTET: Lola Dollimore, Sasha Meek, Jenna Glover, Katherine Hartzenberg,
IMPROVISATION WINNER: Katherine Hartzenberg
FINALS 12 AND UNDER QUARTET: Brittany Ferreira, Kelly Glover, Chelsea Pope, Jessica Way.
HIP HOP WINNERS 12 AND UNDER: Chelsea Pope, Jessica Way, Jenna Glover, Cassidy Nicholson, Katherine Hartzenberg, Brittany Ferreira
FINALS 10 AND UNDER CHARACTER: Brittany Ferreira, Jenna Glover, Katherine Hartzenberg
FINALS 12 AND UNDER CHARACTER: Jessica Way, Kelly Glover
MODERN DANCING 12 AND UNDER GROUP WINNERS: Carla Kearney, Kate Marks, Jessica O’Dowd, Eve Jerram, Shannon Alexander, Alex Phillips, Mila Schelin, Kaliya Arumugam, Megan Jones, Angela Yeo
Congratulations to Diane and all our dancers on your excellent achievements!
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays. It will be closed from Saturday, 27 June and will reopen on 20 July.
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
MY SCHOOL: Please visit the MySchool website http://www.myschool.co.za/ to read more about their programmess, funds, initiatives and various rewards offered to card holders.
UNCLAIMED CASH DEPOSIT: A R500 cash deposit was made in Sea Point into the school’s bank account with no reference, if this was your deposit, please contact the Bursar, Belinda Caldis.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB RAFFLE: The Club is running a raffle to raise money to improve the facilities at the club. Your support is
appreciated. Tickets are available at the Secretary’s office or from Wendy Way at the Swimming Club at a cost of R10 each. The prize is this beautiful extra-large teddy bear!
CAMPS BAY PRIMARY SCHOOL PARCEL: The Primary School has a 17kg box in the UK that needs to get to Cape Town - is there anyone that is going to the UK during the next 3 months that has a business allowance and could help us get it here? Call Carol 0722002691.
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd / 3rd TERM 2009
June 2009
Thurs, 25
Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30 in the hall.
Thurs, 25
Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26
Term 2 Ends at 11h00
July 2009
Mon, 20
School reopens
Sat, 25
Derby Day
Wed, 29
SGB Meeting
Thurs, 30
Grade 5 Cake Sale
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a wonderful winter holiday. If you are staying at home, curl up under the duvet with a good book and if you are travelling, please drive safely and see you next term.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
S E L L I N G B E E
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – MINI FILM SCHOOL – DRAMA CLUB: With Bridget McCarthy (Camps Bay Prep drama teacher. Ages 7 – 13. R100 per day 8am – 2pm Monday to Friday 6th – 10th July (2nd week of the holiday in the City / Vredehoek). Call 021465 0023 / 084 523 2300 / mccbridget@iburst.co.za
HOUSE / PET SITTER: Available weekends and longer holidays. Kyle Dewar is a 23 year old responsible male student with excellent house sitting experience. He will look after your home, pets and swimming pool with great care. Contact him on: 082 524 9710. References available, contact Marianthi Dickie 021 424 9733/ 082 658 5542
CAMPS BAY MOBILE CAR WASH: Enjoy a professional car wash/valet service in the comfort of your own home at anytime during the day. We come to you! Alfonso, (a parent at Camps Bay Prep) is contactable on 078 936 2119. Wash includes vacuum, dashboard and vinyl polish, wheels polished and a thorough clean inside and outside your car.
CAMPS BAY WINDOW REPAIRS: Alfonso is also available to do window repair work and replace glass. Just call him on 078 936 2119 and he will come and measure your window, fetch the glass and fit it.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit http://www.barrypix.com/ for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE) BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
FOR SALE FOX MOTOR-X BOOTS: Size 6 – imported from Italy. Very good condition R400.
Please contact Natalie on 083 500 0499.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / http://www.idofunctions.co.za/.
IMPROVE YOUR MARKS! Nutritional study-aids to fuel the brain as well as other nutritional solutions and info. Excellent results reported. Visit http://healthylife-sa.shoreturl.com/ for more information or email Tyrone at healthylifesa@gmail.com or call 084 632 1925.
NEED A HOUSESITTER: Contact Nicci (au pair of Devon and Teia Massey) on 082 449 6120.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
End of Assesment Week
Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s)
The Assessment Weeks are drawing to a close and the teachers are busy completing assessments and marking, writing comments and in the process of preparing the reports which will be issued on Thursday 24 June 2009 from 14h30 – 15h30 in the hall. If you are unable to collect your child’s report at this time, the reports will be available from the office on Friday morning until 11h00. Reports will not be available before the time.
A reminder that this weekend is a long weekend with all schools closed on Monday 15 June and Tuesday 16 June which is a public holiday, Youth Day. In the assembly on Friday I will address the pupils on the relevance and importance of Youth Day.
WINTER SPORTS DERBY DAY:
We are in the process of organising a Derby Day with Llandudno Primary School on Saturday morning 25 July involving as many sports and teams as is possible. Most of the matches will be played on the Symmonds Field. I have also arranged for the use of the high school fields for an under-13 Hockey and an under-13 Rugby match but we will have to approach another school for these matches as Llandudno Primary does not offer rugby and hockey. I would like to create a Derby Day atmosphere and will be approaching the PTA Moms to organise the selling of food but we also need Dads to help with ‘braaing’. We would like to make this an annual event on the calendar. Please it is very important that your child not make themselves available for club matches on that Saturday morning.
PTA: SENÕR CHEF FUNDRAISER
Thank you to all those parents and pupils who supported the Senõr Chef Fundraiser. Total orders received was R24 000 – the school receives 25% of the total sales which in effect means that R6000 was raised. Individual pupil prizes and the class SURPRISE PRIZE will be announced in assembly on Friday morning.
READ-A-THON: We will be launching our main fundraiser for the school library which will run over the school holidays. Please see attached flyer for further details.
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Isabelle Potgieter
Tatum Lee Evans
Allegra Liltved
Siphumle Mvandaba
Katya Allan
Zoë Gadeyne
Elena Piller
Devon Massey
Jarryd Visser
Brittany Ferreira
Cheyenne Rhoda
Shannon Alexander
CULTURAL:
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE: Notes4Notes looks forward to hosting a Wild West Barn Dance on the second last night of term Thursday, 25 June 2009 18:30 for 19:00. Tickets cost R50 for Adults and R10 for Scholars. We are running a Family Special ticket offer of 4 – 5 tickets for a cost of R100. This is a real family event where the whole family can dance together and socially we can all get to know the school family. Diarise this date and watch out for further details.
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER - VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL: The Grade 7 parent body have secured a block booking for the Vodacom Funny Festival on Saturday, 20 June at 5pm at the Baxter Theatre. They will be selling the tickets at a cost of R110 each (normally R120). These tickets are being sold to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Tickets are available from Mrs Caldis, the Bursar. Please support.
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: R.A.D. Ballet. Please note that closing date for entries is this Friday. This is an international grading and is highly recommended. If you wish to use internet banking please do not forget to hand in your completed enrolment forms by Friday. Unfortunately the Pre-Exam closed at UCT and has been cancelled so do not include the R50.00. Those of you who have already done so will be refunded. Thank you, Mrs G and Lisl.
LOST: The following items are missing. Should you find them please hand in at the secretary’s office.
L Xolela Landani has lost his track top.
L Jemma Cook has lost her fleece; it has a burn mark on the right sleeve at the elbow.
L Dee Geyser has lost one shoe! Please check your bags for a Green Cross girls shoe with buckle size 3. If found please call Cathi on 078 4587 8550.
L Erin Kensley has lost her Camps Bay Primary school swimming cap at early morning swimming.
RECYCLING – greenOFFICE FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE: Please remember to support the greenOFFICE fundraising recycling initiative by bringing your empty ink and laser cartridges and putting them into the greenOFFICE recycling bins. The bin is located outside the kitchen. We hope you will all support this initiative.
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays and will reopen on 20 July. Thank you.
OLD TELEPHONE BOOKS: A reminder that we do recycle old telephone books – they must be kept separate and placed in the plaswood structure at the recycling facility along with all the cardboard.
THANK YOU: A sincere thank you to Honey Adriaens who has been to collecting recycling from the Bayside Café for the last few months. Joan Andrews has very kindly offered to take over this portfolio with immediate effect. We are seeking someone to assist her. If you are able to help, please contact Pat at the office.
COLLECT-A-CAN: We have received 5th prize of R100 in the Category 2 Collect-a-Can competition this month. Well done!
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
CAPE TOWN BOOK FAIR: The Cape Town Book Fair is taking place from 13 – 16 June 2009 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. This promises to be a very exciting fair with over 250 exhibitors and this is a wonderful opportunity to entice young people into the world of books and reading. More than 7000 children attended last year. For more information and a detailed programme of events, please visit www.capetownbookfair.com
MY SCHOOL: We received R1022.39 from MySchool this month. A big thank you to all those parents for remembering to swipe their cards at participating stores!
MY SCHOOL AMBASSADOR: Does your child want to become a MySchool Ambassador? We are seeking 5 special kids to help promote the MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet programme. The chosen children will participate in a once-off professional photo shoot. These photos will be used on their website, newsletter and during partner promotions. If your child is between 6 and 15 years old, photogenic, spontaneous, friendly, co-operative and not too shy, willing to volunteer for a photo shoot and located close to Cape Town and you will give MySchool permission to use your child’s photos for their and their partner’s marketing purposes and you are willing to bring your child to the professional photo studio on a Friday afternoon. If you are interested please contact Helene van Dyk on 021 526 2231 or by email hvandyk@vmp.co.za.
UNCLAIMED CASH DEPOSIT: A R500 cash deposit was made in Sea Point into the school’s bank account with no reference, if this was your deposit, please contact the Bursar, Belinda Caldis.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB RAFFLE: The Club is running a raffle to raise money to improve the facilities at the club. Your support is
appreciated. Tickets are available at the Secretary’s office or from Wendy Way at the Swimming Club at a cost of R10 each. The prize is this beautiful extra-large teddy bear!
PARENT CENTRE COURSE: The Parent Centre will be presenting a parenting seminar: “Raising a resilient child for success and happiness in today’s world.” There will be a choice of topics including effective discipline, sibling rivalry, raising boys and girls, sexuality and children, helping children cope with divorce and closing the gap – raising teenagers.
Venue: Grove Primary School.
Date: Saturday 20th June from 8:30 to 1pm including breakfast and tea.
Cost: R150 per person, R225 per couple.
Phone: The Parent Centre 021 762 0116 to book or Helen 084 880 3523 for further information.
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd TERM 2009
June 2009
Fri, 12 - Assessment week ends.
Mon, 15 - School holiday
Tues, 16 - Public holiday – Youth Day
Wed, 17 - SGB Meeting
Sat, 20 - Vodacom Funny Festival at the Baxter in aid of Gr 7 Farewell.
June 2009 continued
Wed, 24 - Grade 5 Cake Sale
Thurs, 25 - Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30
Thurs, 25 - Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26 - Term 2 Ends at 11h00.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
ŸSŸEŸLŸLŸIŸNŸGŸ ŸBŸEŸEŸ
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
KARATE FOR SCHOLARS, BOYS AND GIRLS: Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihah Bas van Stenis. Discipline, self-esteem and confidence are hallmarks of our teaching, with girls specifically being empowered. Recommended by child guidance councillors. Phone 021 439 4635 or 083 538 5643.
CAMPS BAY MOBILE CAR WASH: Enjoy a professional car wash/valet service in the comfort of your own home at anytime during the day. We come to you! Alfonso, (a parent at Camps Bay Prep) is contactable on 078 936 2119. Wash includes vacuum, dashboard and vinyl polish, wheels polished and a thorough clean inside and outside your car. j
CAMPS BAY WINDOW REPAIRS: Alfonso is also available to do window repair work and replace glass. Just call him on 078 936 2119 and he will come and measure your window, fetch the glass and fit it.
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Siphumle’s mom, Blossom in Grade 3 is looking for a char job 2 days a week. Reference is available, working for the same family for 20 years. Please contact me on 083 522 7333.
SEEKING ACCOMMODATION: Our General Assistant, Happymore is seeking alternative accommodation - he is able to pay R400 per month. If you are able to assist him please call him directly on 078 408 7610.
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Seven years experience teaching English as a second language. Can tutor in English, Piano and Natural Science. Please call Matthew on 083 574 9450.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit www.barrypix.com for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
WORK WANTED: Beulah Dlova is seeking employment. She is currently living in the area and is available for any work Monday to Friday. Please call her on 083 585 2436.
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE)BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Etheline Dlulane is seeking work as a general domestic or char. Please call her on 084 284 6284.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / www.idofunctions.co.za.
GORDON’S GYMNASTICS: A rope skipping display and demo lesson took place at Camps Bay Primary on 20 March. For more information on rope skipping and a movie made at the school please visit their website www.gordonsct.co.za
The Assessment Weeks are drawing to a close and the teachers are busy completing assessments and marking, writing comments and in the process of preparing the reports which will be issued on Thursday 24 June 2009 from 14h30 – 15h30 in the hall. If you are unable to collect your child’s report at this time, the reports will be available from the office on Friday morning until 11h00. Reports will not be available before the time.
A reminder that this weekend is a long weekend with all schools closed on Monday 15 June and Tuesday 16 June which is a public holiday, Youth Day. In the assembly on Friday I will address the pupils on the relevance and importance of Youth Day.
WINTER SPORTS DERBY DAY:
We are in the process of organising a Derby Day with Llandudno Primary School on Saturday morning 25 July involving as many sports and teams as is possible. Most of the matches will be played on the Symmonds Field. I have also arranged for the use of the high school fields for an under-13 Hockey and an under-13 Rugby match but we will have to approach another school for these matches as Llandudno Primary does not offer rugby and hockey. I would like to create a Derby Day atmosphere and will be approaching the PTA Moms to organise the selling of food but we also need Dads to help with ‘braaing’. We would like to make this an annual event on the calendar. Please it is very important that your child not make themselves available for club matches on that Saturday morning.
PTA: SENÕR CHEF FUNDRAISER
Thank you to all those parents and pupils who supported the Senõr Chef Fundraiser. Total orders received was R24 000 – the school receives 25% of the total sales which in effect means that R6000 was raised. Individual pupil prizes and the class SURPRISE PRIZE will be announced in assembly on Friday morning.
READ-A-THON: We will be launching our main fundraiser for the school library which will run over the school holidays. Please see attached flyer for further details.
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Isabelle Potgieter
Tatum Lee Evans
Allegra Liltved
Siphumle Mvandaba
Katya Allan
Zoë Gadeyne
Elena Piller
Devon Massey
Jarryd Visser
Brittany Ferreira
Cheyenne Rhoda
Shannon Alexander
CULTURAL:
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE: Notes4Notes looks forward to hosting a Wild West Barn Dance on the second last night of term Thursday, 25 June 2009 18:30 for 19:00. Tickets cost R50 for Adults and R10 for Scholars. We are running a Family Special ticket offer of 4 – 5 tickets for a cost of R100. This is a real family event where the whole family can dance together and socially we can all get to know the school family. Diarise this date and watch out for further details.
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER - VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL: The Grade 7 parent body have secured a block booking for the Vodacom Funny Festival on Saturday, 20 June at 5pm at the Baxter Theatre. They will be selling the tickets at a cost of R110 each (normally R120). These tickets are being sold to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Tickets are available from Mrs Caldis, the Bursar. Please support.
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: R.A.D. Ballet. Please note that closing date for entries is this Friday. This is an international grading and is highly recommended. If you wish to use internet banking please do not forget to hand in your completed enrolment forms by Friday. Unfortunately the Pre-Exam closed at UCT and has been cancelled so do not include the R50.00. Those of you who have already done so will be refunded. Thank you, Mrs G and Lisl.
LOST: The following items are missing. Should you find them please hand in at the secretary’s office.
L Xolela Landani has lost his track top.
L Jemma Cook has lost her fleece; it has a burn mark on the right sleeve at the elbow.
L Dee Geyser has lost one shoe! Please check your bags for a Green Cross girls shoe with buckle size 3. If found please call Cathi on 078 4587 8550.
L Erin Kensley has lost her Camps Bay Primary school swimming cap at early morning swimming.
RECYCLING – greenOFFICE FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE: Please remember to support the greenOFFICE fundraising recycling initiative by bringing your empty ink and laser cartridges and putting them into the greenOFFICE recycling bins. The bin is located outside the kitchen. We hope you will all support this initiative.
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays and will reopen on 20 July. Thank you.
OLD TELEPHONE BOOKS: A reminder that we do recycle old telephone books – they must be kept separate and placed in the plaswood structure at the recycling facility along with all the cardboard.
THANK YOU: A sincere thank you to Honey Adriaens who has been to collecting recycling from the Bayside Café for the last few months. Joan Andrews has very kindly offered to take over this portfolio with immediate effect. We are seeking someone to assist her. If you are able to help, please contact Pat at the office.
COLLECT-A-CAN: We have received 5th prize of R100 in the Category 2 Collect-a-Can competition this month. Well done!
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
CAPE TOWN BOOK FAIR: The Cape Town Book Fair is taking place from 13 – 16 June 2009 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. This promises to be a very exciting fair with over 250 exhibitors and this is a wonderful opportunity to entice young people into the world of books and reading. More than 7000 children attended last year. For more information and a detailed programme of events, please visit www.capetownbookfair.com
MY SCHOOL: We received R1022.39 from MySchool this month. A big thank you to all those parents for remembering to swipe their cards at participating stores!
MY SCHOOL AMBASSADOR: Does your child want to become a MySchool Ambassador? We are seeking 5 special kids to help promote the MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet programme. The chosen children will participate in a once-off professional photo shoot. These photos will be used on their website, newsletter and during partner promotions. If your child is between 6 and 15 years old, photogenic, spontaneous, friendly, co-operative and not too shy, willing to volunteer for a photo shoot and located close to Cape Town and you will give MySchool permission to use your child’s photos for their and their partner’s marketing purposes and you are willing to bring your child to the professional photo studio on a Friday afternoon. If you are interested please contact Helene van Dyk on 021 526 2231 or by email hvandyk@vmp.co.za.
UNCLAIMED CASH DEPOSIT: A R500 cash deposit was made in Sea Point into the school’s bank account with no reference, if this was your deposit, please contact the Bursar, Belinda Caldis.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB RAFFLE: The Club is running a raffle to raise money to improve the facilities at the club. Your support is
appreciated. Tickets are available at the Secretary’s office or from Wendy Way at the Swimming Club at a cost of R10 each. The prize is this beautiful extra-large teddy bear!
PARENT CENTRE COURSE: The Parent Centre will be presenting a parenting seminar: “Raising a resilient child for success and happiness in today’s world.” There will be a choice of topics including effective discipline, sibling rivalry, raising boys and girls, sexuality and children, helping children cope with divorce and closing the gap – raising teenagers.
Venue: Grove Primary School.
Date: Saturday 20th June from 8:30 to 1pm including breakfast and tea.
Cost: R150 per person, R225 per couple.
Phone: The Parent Centre 021 762 0116 to book or Helen 084 880 3523 for further information.
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd TERM 2009
June 2009
Fri, 12 - Assessment week ends.
Mon, 15 - School holiday
Tues, 16 - Public holiday – Youth Day
Wed, 17 - SGB Meeting
Sat, 20 - Vodacom Funny Festival at the Baxter in aid of Gr 7 Farewell.
June 2009 continued
Wed, 24 - Grade 5 Cake Sale
Thurs, 25 - Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30
Thurs, 25 - Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26 - Term 2 Ends at 11h00.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
ŸSŸEŸLŸLŸIŸNŸGŸ ŸBŸEŸEŸ
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
KARATE FOR SCHOLARS, BOYS AND GIRLS: Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihah Bas van Stenis. Discipline, self-esteem and confidence are hallmarks of our teaching, with girls specifically being empowered. Recommended by child guidance councillors. Phone 021 439 4635 or 083 538 5643.
CAMPS BAY MOBILE CAR WASH: Enjoy a professional car wash/valet service in the comfort of your own home at anytime during the day. We come to you! Alfonso, (a parent at Camps Bay Prep) is contactable on 078 936 2119. Wash includes vacuum, dashboard and vinyl polish, wheels polished and a thorough clean inside and outside your car. j
CAMPS BAY WINDOW REPAIRS: Alfonso is also available to do window repair work and replace glass. Just call him on 078 936 2119 and he will come and measure your window, fetch the glass and fit it.
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Siphumle’s mom, Blossom in Grade 3 is looking for a char job 2 days a week. Reference is available, working for the same family for 20 years. Please contact me on 083 522 7333.
SEEKING ACCOMMODATION: Our General Assistant, Happymore is seeking alternative accommodation - he is able to pay R400 per month. If you are able to assist him please call him directly on 078 408 7610.
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Seven years experience teaching English as a second language. Can tutor in English, Piano and Natural Science. Please call Matthew on 083 574 9450.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit www.barrypix.com for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
WORK WANTED: Beulah Dlova is seeking employment. She is currently living in the area and is available for any work Monday to Friday. Please call her on 083 585 2436.
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE)BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Etheline Dlulane is seeking work as a general domestic or char. Please call her on 084 284 6284.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / www.idofunctions.co.za.
GORDON’S GYMNASTICS: A rope skipping display and demo lesson took place at Camps Bay Primary on 20 March. For more information on rope skipping and a movie made at the school please visit their website www.gordonsct.co.za
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Announcement of the newly appointed Board of Governors
Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s)
I am pleased to inform you of the members of the newly elected Camps Bay Primary School Governing Body:
Parents:
· Mrs Kenau Allan
· Mr Edmund Bysshe
· Ms Susie Joubert
· Mr Neil Phillips
· Mr Charles Thesen
Educators:
· Mrs Liesel Visagie
· Ms Caroline Attwell
Non-educators:
· Mrs Pat Readman
The first meeting of the SGB is scheduled for Wednesday 17 June at 17h00 in which a chairman, a treasurer and a secretary will be elected as well as various sub-committees will be formed. I will keep you informed of the above nominations after the first meeting. Thank you to all those parents that made the effort to attend the election meeting to achieve a quorum to facilitate the election of the new School Governing Body.
On behalf of the Camps Bay School, community and family, I would like to extend a sincere thanks to the parents who as governors of the outgoing School Governing Body served the school over the last three years with hours of time and effort. Thank you to Trudi Hartzenberg, Nike Romano, Alten Hulme and Michelle Hambly-Grobler. A special thanks to the outgoing Chairman, Carol Paton, for giving so tirelessly of her time as well as for her commitment and dedication in steering the school over the last three years. Carol, your efforts, guidance and advice in my short time as principal is also greatly appreciated.
ACADEMICS: Assessment Week 1 is in full swing and is running smoothly. We will be issuing the term 2 reports on Thursday afternoon 24 June 2009 from 14h30 – 15h30.
GRADE 7s: The grade 7s are writing their exams in the Science Lab and are writing two exams per day. The school day finishes at 13h00 for the grade 7s only but if they have sport, they will be allowed to study in the exam venue or in the library from 13h00 to the end of the day, after which they can attend sports practices during the normal times.
GRADES 1 and 3 to 6: The rest of the grades are doing formal assessments according to the assessment schedules handed out by the various grade teachers which you should have received. The school day ends as per normal times and the sporting programme continues as per normal. Please make sure your child attends sports practices during the assessment weeks.
JUNGLE GYM: A further update – the jungle gym has been erected and the company installing the base surface will be doing this on Monday 8 June 2009. So until then the jungle gym is out of bounds.
UPGRADE OF BATHROOMS and TOILETS: This project is well under way, led by Mariella Brocchetto and Jo Springthorpe, and they have exciting plans in the pipeline (excuse the pun!). Mariella and Jo are making an appeal to any parents who can assist with contacts for the purchasing of paint, brushes and rollers. If you can assist, please contact Mariella on 072 538 9571 or Jo on 082 774 5777.
PTA FUNDRAISER: SENÕR CHEF: The fundraiser completes its run at the end of this week and ALL forms and orders with money must be handed in to Belinda Caldis on Monday 8 June by 14h00. No late orders will be accepted as we have already extended this fundraiser by a week. Thank you for your support with this fundraiser. A reminder of the prizes organised by the PTA:
Top selling children:
1st prize: a year’s subscription to National Geographic Kids magazine
2nd prize: R100 Tinka Tonka voucher
3rd prize: R50 Tinka Tonka voucher
(Thank you to Julie Friedman for donation of Tinka Tonka vouchers)
Top selling class: SURPRISE PRIZE!
At present 4J is leading the sales, closely followed by 3G!
DONATE-A-BENCH: We have had three of the four benches required donated by parents. Thank you to the Hambly-Grobler and Phoplonker families for their donation as well as Wendy and the Way family for their donation of bench number 3, which will be located close to the pool. Your generous sponsorship of a bench is greatly appreciated.
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Matthew Burman
Sima Tan
Sasha Meek
Connor Jackson
Samantha Fitzpatrick
Naomi Tshuka
Ryan Coetzee
Ben Tilley
Ori Jarzin
Ben Heather-Clarke
Havivah Jarzin
Laylah Sujee
Mpho Meti
Demitra Caldis
Jadon Pelman
Cassidy Nicholson
Jessica O’Dowd
CULTURAL:
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE: Notes4Notes looks forward to hosting a Wild West Barn Dance on the second last night of term Thursday, 25 June 2009 18:30 for 19:00. Tickets cost R50 for Adults and R10 for Scholars. We are running a Family Special ticket offer of 4 – 5 tickets for a cost of R100. This is a real family event where the whole family can dance together and socially we can all get to know the school family. Diarise this date and watch out for further details.
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER - VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL: The Grade 7 parent body have secured a block booking for the Vodacom Funny Festival on Saturday, 20 June at 5pm at the Baxter Theatre. They will be selling the tickets at a cost of R110 each (normally R120). These tickets are being sold to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Tickets are available from Mrs Caldis, the Bursar. Please support.
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: Just a reminder of “Watching Day” this Saturday, 6 June at the Camps Bay Primary School, Dunkeld Road.
Times: 14:30 – 15:15 Grade III
15:15 – 16:00 Grade IV
16:00 – 16:45 Grade V
Looking forward to seeing you. Mrs G and Lisl.
LOST: The following items are missing. Should you find them please hand in at the secretary’s office.
Dominique van der Veen has mislaid her bathing costume – please check your child’s as it is clearly marked.
Jemma Cook has lost her fleece it has a burn mark on the right sleeve at the elbow.
Sima Tan has lost his school bag. It is a Camps Bay Primary School bag and was lost yesterday in the hall. It is clearly labelled with his name on the top and the bottom of the bag.
Gemma McGregor has lost her brand new Green Cross school shoes size 3.
CHANGE OF DETAILS: If your contact details or address have changed since January 2009. Please advise the office. Thank you.
RECYCLING – greenOFFICE FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE: Please remember to support the greenOFFICE fundraising recycling initiative by bringing your empty ink and laser cartridges and putting them into the greenOFFICE recycling bins. One bin is located in the printing room and the other one outside the kitchen. We hope you will all support this initiative. Thank you.
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays and will reopen on 20 July. Thank you.
OLD TELEPHONE BOOKS: A reminder that we do recycle old telephone books –they must be kept separate and placed in the plaswood structure at the recycling facility along with all the cardboard. Thank you.
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
CAPE TOWN BOOK FAIR: The Cape Town book fair is taking place on the 13 – 16 June 2009 at the Cape Town Convention Centre. This promises to be a very exciting fair with over 250 exhibitors, for more information and a detailed programme of events, please visit http://www.capetownbookfair.com/.
MY SCHOOL AMBASSADOR: Does your child want to become a MySchool Ambassador? We are seeking 5 special kids to help promote the MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet programme. The chosen children will participate in a once-off professional photo shoot. These photos will be used on their website, newsletter and during partner promotions. If your child is between 6 and 15 years old, photogenic, spontaneous, friendly, co-operative and not too shy, willing to volunteer for a photo shoot and located close to Cape Town and you will give MySchool permission to use your child’s photos for their and their partner’s marketing purposes and you are willing to bring your child to the professional photo studio on a Friday afternoon. If you are interested please contact Helene van Dyk on 021 526 2231 or by email hvandyk@vmp.co.za.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd TERM 2009
June 2009
Mon, 1
Assessment week starts.
Fri, 12
Assessment week ends.
Mon, 15
School holiday
Tues, 16
Public holiday – Youth Day
June 2009 continued
Wed, 17
SGB Meeting
Sat, 20
Vodacom Funny Festival at the Baxter in aid of Gr 7 Farewell.
Wed, 24
Grade 5 Cake Sale
Thurs, 25
Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30
Thurs, 25
Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26
Term 2 Ends at 11h00.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
S E L L I N G B E E
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please visit www.capestay.co.za/blinkwater/ or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
KARATE FOR SCHOLARS, BOYS AND GIRLS: Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihah Bas van Stenis. Discipline, self-esteem and confidence are hallmarks of our teaching, with girls specifically being empowered. Recommended by child guidance councillors. Phone 021 439 4635 or 083 538 5643.
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Blossom Siphumle’s mom in Grade 3 is looking for a char job 2 days a week. Reference is available, working for the same family for 20 years. Please contact me on 083 522 7333.
SEEKING ACCOMMODATION: Our General Assistant, Happymore is seeking alternative accommodation - he is able to pay R400 per month. If you are able to assist him please call him directly on 078 408 7610.
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Seven years experience teaching English as a second language. Can tutor in English, Piano and Natural Science. Please call Matthew on 083 574 9450.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit http://www.barrypix.com/ for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
WORK WANTED: Beulah Dlova is seeking employment. She is currently living in the area and is available for any work Monday to Friday. Please call her on 083 585 2436.
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE)BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Etheline Dlulane is seeking work as a general domestic or char. Please call her on 084 284 6284.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September ! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / http://www.idofunctions.co.za/.
GORDON’S GYMNASTICS: A rope skipping display and demo lesson took place at Camps Bay Primary on 20 March. For more information on rope skipping and a movie made at the school please visit their website http://www.gordonsct.co.za/.
I am pleased to inform you of the members of the newly elected Camps Bay Primary School Governing Body:
Parents:
· Mrs Kenau Allan
· Mr Edmund Bysshe
· Ms Susie Joubert
· Mr Neil Phillips
· Mr Charles Thesen
Educators:
· Mrs Liesel Visagie
· Ms Caroline Attwell
Non-educators:
· Mrs Pat Readman
The first meeting of the SGB is scheduled for Wednesday 17 June at 17h00 in which a chairman, a treasurer and a secretary will be elected as well as various sub-committees will be formed. I will keep you informed of the above nominations after the first meeting. Thank you to all those parents that made the effort to attend the election meeting to achieve a quorum to facilitate the election of the new School Governing Body.
On behalf of the Camps Bay School, community and family, I would like to extend a sincere thanks to the parents who as governors of the outgoing School Governing Body served the school over the last three years with hours of time and effort. Thank you to Trudi Hartzenberg, Nike Romano, Alten Hulme and Michelle Hambly-Grobler. A special thanks to the outgoing Chairman, Carol Paton, for giving so tirelessly of her time as well as for her commitment and dedication in steering the school over the last three years. Carol, your efforts, guidance and advice in my short time as principal is also greatly appreciated.
ACADEMICS: Assessment Week 1 is in full swing and is running smoothly. We will be issuing the term 2 reports on Thursday afternoon 24 June 2009 from 14h30 – 15h30.
GRADE 7s: The grade 7s are writing their exams in the Science Lab and are writing two exams per day. The school day finishes at 13h00 for the grade 7s only but if they have sport, they will be allowed to study in the exam venue or in the library from 13h00 to the end of the day, after which they can attend sports practices during the normal times.
GRADES 1 and 3 to 6: The rest of the grades are doing formal assessments according to the assessment schedules handed out by the various grade teachers which you should have received. The school day ends as per normal times and the sporting programme continues as per normal. Please make sure your child attends sports practices during the assessment weeks.
JUNGLE GYM: A further update – the jungle gym has been erected and the company installing the base surface will be doing this on Monday 8 June 2009. So until then the jungle gym is out of bounds.
UPGRADE OF BATHROOMS and TOILETS: This project is well under way, led by Mariella Brocchetto and Jo Springthorpe, and they have exciting plans in the pipeline (excuse the pun!). Mariella and Jo are making an appeal to any parents who can assist with contacts for the purchasing of paint, brushes and rollers. If you can assist, please contact Mariella on 072 538 9571 or Jo on 082 774 5777.
PTA FUNDRAISER: SENÕR CHEF: The fundraiser completes its run at the end of this week and ALL forms and orders with money must be handed in to Belinda Caldis on Monday 8 June by 14h00. No late orders will be accepted as we have already extended this fundraiser by a week. Thank you for your support with this fundraiser. A reminder of the prizes organised by the PTA:
Top selling children:
1st prize: a year’s subscription to National Geographic Kids magazine
2nd prize: R100 Tinka Tonka voucher
3rd prize: R50 Tinka Tonka voucher
(Thank you to Julie Friedman for donation of Tinka Tonka vouchers)
Top selling class: SURPRISE PRIZE!
At present 4J is leading the sales, closely followed by 3G!
DONATE-A-BENCH: We have had three of the four benches required donated by parents. Thank you to the Hambly-Grobler and Phoplonker families for their donation as well as Wendy and the Way family for their donation of bench number 3, which will be located close to the pool. Your generous sponsorship of a bench is greatly appreciated.
MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at our assembly last week. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.
Matthew Burman
Sima Tan
Sasha Meek
Connor Jackson
Samantha Fitzpatrick
Naomi Tshuka
Ryan Coetzee
Ben Tilley
Ori Jarzin
Ben Heather-Clarke
Havivah Jarzin
Laylah Sujee
Mpho Meti
Demitra Caldis
Jadon Pelman
Cassidy Nicholson
Jessica O’Dowd
CULTURAL:
NOTES4NOTES WILD WEST BARN DANCE: Notes4Notes looks forward to hosting a Wild West Barn Dance on the second last night of term Thursday, 25 June 2009 18:30 for 19:00. Tickets cost R50 for Adults and R10 for Scholars. We are running a Family Special ticket offer of 4 – 5 tickets for a cost of R100. This is a real family event where the whole family can dance together and socially we can all get to know the school family. Diarise this date and watch out for further details.
GRADE 7 FAREWELL FUNDRAISER - VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL: The Grade 7 parent body have secured a block booking for the Vodacom Funny Festival on Saturday, 20 June at 5pm at the Baxter Theatre. They will be selling the tickets at a cost of R110 each (normally R120). These tickets are being sold to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Tickets are available from Mrs Caldis, the Bursar. Please support.
BALLET AND CLASSICAL GREEK: Just a reminder of “Watching Day” this Saturday, 6 June at the Camps Bay Primary School, Dunkeld Road.
Times: 14:30 – 15:15 Grade III
15:15 – 16:00 Grade IV
16:00 – 16:45 Grade V
Looking forward to seeing you. Mrs G and Lisl.
LOST: The following items are missing. Should you find them please hand in at the secretary’s office.
Dominique van der Veen has mislaid her bathing costume – please check your child’s as it is clearly marked.
Jemma Cook has lost her fleece it has a burn mark on the right sleeve at the elbow.
Sima Tan has lost his school bag. It is a Camps Bay Primary School bag and was lost yesterday in the hall. It is clearly labelled with his name on the top and the bottom of the bag.
Gemma McGregor has lost her brand new Green Cross school shoes size 3.
CHANGE OF DETAILS: If your contact details or address have changed since January 2009. Please advise the office. Thank you.
RECYCLING – greenOFFICE FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE: Please remember to support the greenOFFICE fundraising recycling initiative by bringing your empty ink and laser cartridges and putting them into the greenOFFICE recycling bins. One bin is located in the printing room and the other one outside the kitchen. We hope you will all support this initiative. Thank you.
RECYCLING FACILITY CLOSED DURING JUNE/JULY HOLIDAYS: Please note the recycling facility will be closed during the June/July holidays and will reopen on 20 July. Thank you.
OLD TELEPHONE BOOKS: A reminder that we do recycle old telephone books –they must be kept separate and placed in the plaswood structure at the recycling facility along with all the cardboard. Thank you.
SATURDAY SOCCER: All parent(s) / guardian(s) and children are invited to partake in Saturday morning soccer at 9am on the promenade opposite Winchester Mansions. This is a fun morning activity for parents and kids alike. Please call Tracey Rushmere for more information or for a weather call on 082 376 3383.
CAPE TOWN BOOK FAIR: The Cape Town book fair is taking place on the 13 – 16 June 2009 at the Cape Town Convention Centre. This promises to be a very exciting fair with over 250 exhibitors, for more information and a detailed programme of events, please visit http://www.capetownbookfair.com/.
MY SCHOOL AMBASSADOR: Does your child want to become a MySchool Ambassador? We are seeking 5 special kids to help promote the MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet programme. The chosen children will participate in a once-off professional photo shoot. These photos will be used on their website, newsletter and during partner promotions. If your child is between 6 and 15 years old, photogenic, spontaneous, friendly, co-operative and not too shy, willing to volunteer for a photo shoot and located close to Cape Town and you will give MySchool permission to use your child’s photos for their and their partner’s marketing purposes and you are willing to bring your child to the professional photo studio on a Friday afternoon. If you are interested please contact Helene van Dyk on 021 526 2231 or by email hvandyk@vmp.co.za.
CAMPS BAY SWIMMING CLUB: The Camps Bay Swimming Club will be swimming during the winter. If you are interested in joining please contact Lynne on 021438 9438. Come and learn the fun way!
PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:
DATES TO DIARISE – 2nd TERM 2009
June 2009
Mon, 1
Assessment week starts.
Fri, 12
Assessment week ends.
Mon, 15
School holiday
Tues, 16
Public holiday – Youth Day
June 2009 continued
Wed, 17
SGB Meeting
Sat, 20
Vodacom Funny Festival at the Baxter in aid of Gr 7 Farewell.
Wed, 24
Grade 5 Cake Sale
Thurs, 25
Collection of Reports 14:30 – 15:30
Thurs, 25
Notes4Notes Barn Dance
Fri, 26
Term 2 Ends at 11h00.
Proudly Camps Bay Primary
Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL
S E L L I N G B E E
GUITAR LESSONS: All ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.
BLINKWATER SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION: Spacious self-catering accommodation with breath-taking views available until 20 December 2009 at R5000 per month. Suitable for a quiet single person. For more information please visit www.capestay.co.za/blinkwater/ or call Barry on 083 297 3863.
KARATE FOR SCHOLARS, BOYS AND GIRLS: Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihah Bas van Stenis. Discipline, self-esteem and confidence are hallmarks of our teaching, with girls specifically being empowered. Recommended by child guidance councillors. Phone 021 439 4635 or 083 538 5643.
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Blossom Siphumle’s mom in Grade 3 is looking for a char job 2 days a week. Reference is available, working for the same family for 20 years. Please contact me on 083 522 7333.
SEEKING ACCOMMODATION: Our General Assistant, Happymore is seeking alternative accommodation - he is able to pay R400 per month. If you are able to assist him please call him directly on 078 408 7610.
TUTOR AVAILABLE: Seven years experience teaching English as a second language. Can tutor in English, Piano and Natural Science. Please call Matthew on 083 574 9450.
PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit http://www.barrypix.com/ for more information.
NAILS IN NO TIME- SPECIAL OFFER!!!! Full set of Gel or Acrylic Nails for only R200.00. Special offer for Matric Dance as well. Call Lee Stodel on 021 4392060 or 0832707060
WORK WANTED: Beulah Dlova is seeking employment. She is currently living in the area and is available for any work Monday to Friday. Please call her on 083 585 2436.
M.A.M.E.T. (MARTIAL ART MOVEMENT & EXERCISE)BODY CONTOURING FLOOR WORKOUT: For Women Systematic training system which shapes, defines and tones the body and improves fitness I would like to ascertain your interest in attending abovementioned classes in the Camps Bay area. In the event that you are interested kindly advise what days and times classes would be most suitable to you. Email Tanya on: lilac.sky@hotmail.com Cell: 083 379 1807 / 021 438 5662
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Etheline Dlulane is seeking work as a general domestic or char. Please call her on 084 284 6284.
I DO FUNCTIONS : Event Management Consultancy for all private, social & corporate functions. Allow us to plan & execute your event on your behalf. Special Winter rates for private functions & Early Bird specials for any year end functions booked before September ! For more information contact Lesley Scott : 083 302 4737 / lesley@idofunctions.co.za / http://www.idofunctions.co.za/.
GORDON’S GYMNASTICS: A rope skipping display and demo lesson took place at Camps Bay Primary on 20 March. For more information on rope skipping and a movie made at the school please visit their website http://www.gordonsct.co.za/.
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