Duck-a-thon

DUCK-A-THON
We launched the Duck-a-thon in the assembly last week Friday with ‘yours truly’ attired in ‘duck outfit’ (wetsuit, flippers, goggles and snorkel) which caused great excitement for the pupils and contributed to stirring up duck-a-mania in the school, however, some more important information for you as parents, which was explained to the children in the assembly. Firstly, the actual Duck-a-thon Carnival event is on Saturday 10 October 2009. The Duck-a-thon carnival day will involve games organised by each grade on the Netball court, a food-stall with a theme organised by each grade as well as the ‘lucky duck’ draw in the swimming pool. Nintendo Wii will be setting up a large plasma screen in the hall for the children to play games on for a fee of R5. It promises to be a fun day. Apropos the purchasing of ducks:small yellow ducks at R25 each that will be numbered and placed in the pool for a ‘lucky duck’ draw and there are loads of prizes that includes the first prize of a Wii console with a sports package worth R4000. corporate or family duck (large pink duck) at R250 each which have to be entered into ‘decorated duck’ competition. A number of these decorated ducks are on display in the trophy cabinet outside reception – please pop in and have a look at the decorated ducks on display as they are amazing! Special family of ducks: one large pink duck and four yellow ducks plus one free yellow duck for R350. The winning class which raises the most money will be taken in a bus, driven by Mr Collier, to ‘MacDonalds’ for lunch! Carol Bysshe and Julie Friedman have done an amazing job at launching and organising this fundraiser but as stated before it does need to be a team effort of ALL parents involved to make it a success.

SCHOOL SURVEYS
All schools have been instructed to conduct a Whole School Evaluation for 2009. This has come at a convenient time for the school as, from the point of view of been a newly appointed Principal and a new School Governing Body, it will give insight into the strengths of the school but also provide insight into areas that need improvement. The survey includes all role-players, including educators, parents and learners. This is an opportunity for us to hear what you would like to tell us, be it positive, negative, critical or complimentary – we will take note of your comments. Enclosed with the newsletter is the WCED ‘Parent Survey’, please complete the survey and return it to the school before next Friday 18 September 2009.

NO ASSEMBLY ON FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER: Due to the Royal Academy of Dance Ballet exams that will be taking place in our hall this Friday, 11 September, there will not be an assembly this week. We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our learners that are taking part in the ballet exam all the best to dance well. IMPORTANT SPORT NOTICE: Apart from Boys’ Soccer all other winter sports programmes finish this week Friday, 11 September 2009. This is to accommodate the grade 6 and 7 plays that are been staged next week. Boys’ Soccer finishes next week on Friday, 18 September 2009 due to the fact that matches have already been scheduled for next week, however, there will be no further practices held for Boys Soccer after the 11 September 2009.

GRADES 6 & 7 PLAYS:
The Grade 6 and 7 Plays will be staged on Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th September at 19h00 in the Bernie Segal Memorial Hall. The Grade 6 and 7 Plays are a highlight on the school calendar. Please ensure that you attend the Camps Bay Primary Plays on one of the nights. There will be pre-reserved seating with the purchase of tickets from Mrs Caldis. You snooze you lose! Tickets are R20 for children and R30 for adults.

MERIT AWARDS: Congratulations to the following pupils, each of whom was presented with a merit award at last week’s assembly. We are proud of each one of you and would like to encourage you all to continue doing your best at all times.

Daniel Amann
Sky Beveridge
Lola Dollimore
Ryan Morris
Laylaah Abrahams
Thandi Burgess
Rowan Evans
Moki Mtwa
Cameron Chubb
Jemma Cook
Cole Goldie
Nicky Taylor
Pia Beguinot
Killian Davern
Katherine Hartzenberg
Kelsey Van Eck
Zoë van Heerden
Jaudasche Malan


SPORT:
SPORT RESULTS:

On 3 September the U9B Soccer team played a match against Reddam. We had lots of fun and won the match 2 -1. Ori Jarzin was made ‘Man of the Match’ as he played exceptionally well. Thank you to all the parents who gave lifts.

On 3 September the U13A Soccer team played against Herzlia Middle School. The boys played a great game of soccer but lost the match 3-2. Good effort, team!

On 3 September the U13B Soccer team played a match against Llandudno. We drew 1-1.

On 4 September the Junior Girls Soccer played a match against Weizmann. The girls played an exceptional game of soccer! We drew 0-0. Well done to all the girls on their good team work!

On 4 September the Senior Girls Soccer team played a match against Reddam and we won 2-1. Both of the goals were scored by Leah Cotton. Well done, Leah.

SOCCER UNIFORMS: All soccer uniforms are to be returned to the school by Monday, 21 September 2009, including socks. Please make sure that your uniform is washed before handing it in. Thank you.

CULTURAL:
BALLET: RAD Ballet Examinations. Wishing all our dancers good luck for the examinations on Friday, 11 September 2009. You have worked very hard and we are looking lovely so enjoy. I am sure Ms Busutill, our examiner from Malta, will enjoy your presentation. Mrs G and Lisl.

STUDENT CHRISTIAN SOCIETY: Pia from the United Christian Church runs a Christian Society for pupils on Wednesdays at break – if you would like your child to participate and be a member of the Christian Society, please provide a written letter to Pia giving your child permission to attend these meetings.

GENERAL:
NITS & LICE
There have again been a number of incidents of nits and lice. The problem of nits and lice is not unique to our school – it is a common problem, particularly in primary schools. The Departmental and School policy is that children who are found to have hair lice and/or nits are required to be sent home and must stay at home for 3 days from commencement of treatment – this is in an effort to prevent the further spread of lice to other learners. Teachers are vigilant to detect if children have lice but it is not the teacher’s responsibility to check all children. Please check your child’s head and hair and should your child have lice, please consult your local pharmacist for further information on the correct treatment procedure.

MAGAZINE SPONSORSHIP: A reminder to please return the forms that were handed out with last week’s newsletter as soon as possible.

CAMPS BAY SCHOOLS' MAGAZINES ACROSS THE GENERATIONS: We are again looking for families who have not yet appeared in our annual school magazines, of whom the parents or grandparents were themselves pupils at one of our three Camps Bay Schools and have currently got a child enrolled at any of our CB Schools. If you are such a family or know of a family who qualifies, please contact Vivienne Ashcroft (082 466 8261).

UNCLAIMED CASH DEPOSIT: A cash deposit of R1000 (one thousand rand) was made in
Cape Town on 25 August 2009, however, no reference was given. Please contact Mrs Caldis should you have made this deposit. Thank you.

GRADE 7 TUCKSHOP: There will be a tuckshop every Friday to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell. Please bring R5.00 or more for a bag of delicious snacks. Biltong, sweets, dried mango, peanuts, biscuits, droëwors, samoosas and miniature hot dogs will be on sale.

WINTER SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHS: A reminder of the Winter Sports Photographs that will be taken on Monday, 14 September. All children are requested to ensure they have their full clean sports uniforms with them.

LOST: The following items have been lost, should you find it please hand it in at the secretary’s office:
Looking for fleece marked “Ethan Vincent”.

Marc van der Meer has lost his school shoes - they are clearly labelled.

LOST PROPERTY REPORT: The following labelled items are in the lost property department at Belinda Caldis’ office. Please note the names are typed as per the label on the item of clothing, if these items are not collected by the end of the term they will de donated to charity. Children are requested to collect them from her office at break times only:

Green Fleece Tops: Killian Davern, Dani Clarke, Gemma McGregor, Sky
White School Tops: Dani Clarke, Luca

Proudly Camps Bay Primary


Stuart Collier
PRINCIPAL

Thought for the Week:
“Whether you think you can or you think you can’t – you are right.”
Henry Ford


PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:


DATES TO DIARISE – 3rd TERM 2009
September 2009
Mon, 14 - Winter Sports Photographs
Tues, 15 - Camps Bay Primary Play
Wed, 16 - Camps Bay Primary Play
Sat, 19 - Ramadan ends – Eid-ul-Fitr
September 2009 Continued
Sat/Sun 19 – 20 - Rosh Hashana (Jewish New Year)
Tues, 22 - Grade 7 Food & Games Fair
Wed, 23 - 3rd Term Ends at 11am.


S E L L I N G B E E

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 call Barry on 083 297 3863 or visit www.blinkwaterpenthouse.co.za

PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer available. Please call Barry on 021 438 9177 or 083 297 3863 or visit www.barrypix.com for more information.

GUITAR & BASS LESSONS: All styles and ages. General style, professional musician and tutor. 20 years experience in the business. Contact Otis 021 790 1433.

DENTIST: (Child friendly) Dr Toni Bedford practising in Sea Point. Shop 11 Piazza Da Luz, 97 Regent Road. Tel 021 434 8787. Medical Aid Rates.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: My name is Victoria, aged 53 years. I am a widow with 3 children. My last born is at the University of the Western Cape. I am working at the moment as a child minder, cleaner, cooker, specialising in vegetarian cooking. I am a hard worker. I have four years of experience in my job. My job is going to be terminated at the end of September. Please contact me on 072 722 3771 or home 021 361 4975.

CAMI HOME MATHS AND OTHER SOFTWARE: Please contact Wendy on 083 292 8886 for more information.

WANTED: Happymore, our new General Assistant, who is a reliable and hard worker, is looking for a cupboard / wardrobe, a small bar fridge, cupboard for pots, plates and cutlery and a carpet.

FLAT FOR RENT: Stunning, fully furnished, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment available immediately until end of October 2009 in High Cape, Vredehoek. R10 000. ADSL and DSTV connection. Garage and parking bay. For more information contact Sandra Jackson on 083 411 9901.