Inter-Schools Athletics

Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s)

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS:
The Inter-House Athletics event on Monday was a great success and the postponement worked out well as the event took place on a cloudy and wind-free morning! It was a wonderful day full of spirit – the House Captains and cheerleaders presented excellent routines. There were also some excellent performances on the track by the athletes. One of the highlights of the day was our new podium (thanks to the Friedman family) on which the top three placed athletes in each event were congratulated. Well done to all the participants – you are all winners! Thank you to Mrs Hamber and Mrs Weldon who were the main organisers of the event. Thank you to all the teachers, staff and parents who officiated and also thank you to the Camps Bay Parents (CBP) for providing the tuckshop facility.
The final House points were as follows:
1. Orange House 452 points
2. Purple House 390 points
3. Blue House 333 points

INTER-SCHOOLS ATHLETICS:
The school is gearing up for the Inter-Schools Athletics event that is being held on Saturday 6 February 2010 at the high school fields from 08h30 to 13h00. Please come along and support even if it is for part of the morning. Camps Bay Primary is hosting the event and the other schools participating are Jan van Riebeeck, Tamboerskloof Primary, Reddam and Sea Point Primary. We would like as many Camps Bay Primary pupils present as possible as supporters. Our House Captains will be there to lead the cheerleading to show the other schools the spirit that we have at Camps Bay Primary! Pupils, athletes and spectators, must wear Physical Education clothes and trainers (‘takkies’) that will be more comfortable.
This is a huge event to organise so please any parents who would like to assist with timekeeping and officiating, please contact Mrs Hamber. The tuckshop will be in operation and boerewors rolls will be on sale.

VALENTINE’S WEEK:
Next week is Valentine’s Week at the school and the committee of teachers have some exciting and romantic events planned which they will launch in the Assembly on Friday morning. I have been given ‘strict instructions’ not to divulge information before the assembly, however, a flyer will be sent home on Monday explaining all the events for next week. The week will culminate with the Valentine’s Dance for the Grade 6’s and 7’s. The Grade 8’s who were at Camps Bay Primary last year will also be invited to attend.

COLIN SUNKEL INDIVIDUAL PHOTOGRAPHS: Each child has received an envelope from Colin Sunkel Photography with today’s newsletter. Should you wish your child to be photographed kindly complete the required details on the envelope and send it to school by next Thursday, 12 February together with the correct amount of money. Please note if we do not receive the envelope back your child will not be photographed on 16 February.

GRADES 1 and 2: Circle Sports Day and School Picnic: Our Grade 1’s and 2’s will be joining the Preparatory School for the exciting Circle Sports and Picnic on Friday 5 March 2010. Please diarise this date as this IS A MUST EVENT for our Grade 1’s and 2’s. Thank you to Mrs Roussopoulos and the Preparatory School for including us in this exciting event. Further information will follow at a later date.

GENERAL:
LIBRARY NEWS: The library has been completely refurbished. It has been repainted, has a soft wall-to-wall carpet, new shelving and couches, cushions, beanbags, ottomans and a warm rug in greens, yellows and oranges. It is now a very welcoming space and the children love it. On behalf of the Camps Bay Primary ‘family’ I would like to say a special thanks to Susie Joubert who has driven this project to upgrade our library and make it a special place in our school. Camps Bay Primary is proud to have one of the best primary school libraries in the country. We invite parents to pop in and see it for themselves.

CAMPS BAY PARENTS (CBP): (ex-PTA)
We need you! Camps Bay Primary needs the involvement of our parents to make our school a success. Plans on the agenda is a tuckshop on Fridays selling healthy foods, a second-hand clothing shop and raising funds for a piece of the playground to be covered with astro-turf grass!! Please get involved and support our Camps Bay Parents (CBPs).

Start by offering to assist at the tuckshop at Inter-Schools Athletics on Saturday morning. Dads are also needed to help with the braaing of the boerewors for the boerewors rolls. Join the ‘Camps Bay family’ and make a difference!

To provide feedback on money raised last year, new desks for both grade 4 classes were purchased and solar shielding was placed on the windows of the grades 6 and 7 classrooms to reduce the heat in these venues and improve the comfort of the learning environment for the pupils and teachers. Desks for the grade 5 classes are still under discussion by the Planning Committee of the SGB to ensure that we purchase the correct type of desks.

MESSAGES FROM THE CBP's:
Thanks to all parents who worked like trojans at our hotdog and tuckshop stand. Look forward to seeing all parents at the Inter-Schools Athletics Day on Saturday.

We are looking for big plastic containers to hold drinks and ice at our functions. Please check your garages! Carol 07220026091


MY SCHOOL: Win a Gift Hamper with our Back2School Swipe Competition!
Visit Woolworths Piazza Da Luz between 1st February and 28th February. Swipe your MySchool card with every purchase to raise funds for your school. The supporter with the most SWIPE transactions will win!!! Include your Name and School on your till-slip, and deposit in the MySchool box in-store. Terms: This competition is open to MySchool supporters of Reddam House and Camps Bay Primary School only. In-Store draw on the 1st March 2010.
Happy swiping! Jacqui Paton – MySchool Community Organiser

APPEAL FOR ICE CREAM CONTAINERS: If you have any empty ice-cream containers please do not throw them away. Kindly drop them off with Belinda at the Bursar’s office.

OPEN DAY AT CBHS for GRADE 7’s: Please diarise this date: Camps Bay High School's Open Day will be held on Wednesday, 17 February 2010, from 12h00 to 14h00. Parents are most welcome to attend.

ICE LOLLIES FOR SALE: Ice lollies will be on sale every Wednesday at first break at a cost of R2.00 to raise funds for the Grade 7 Farewell.

WEBSITE: We are in the process of redesigning our website. Should you not wish to have pictures of your children published on the website, kindly notify the office by email at office@campsbayprimary.co.za.

Proudly Camps Bay Primary

S.P. COLLIER
PRINCIPAL


PROVISIONAL DATES TO DIARISE:

DATES TO DIARISE – 1st TERM 2010

February 2010

Sat, 6
Inter-schools Athletics @ CBHS Fields Gr. 2 – 7

Fri, 12
Valentine’s Dance Gr. 6, 7 & 8
SPCA Civvies Day

Tues, 16
Colin Sunkel Individual Photos

Wed, 17
CBHS Open Day 12:00 – 14:00

Fri, 19
Inter-house Gala March 2010

March 2010

Fri, 5
Mrs Linda Anders Birthday

Tues, 9
General Knowledge Round 1

Fri, 12
Inter-schools Gala Gr. 3 – 7
Easter Egg Drive Begins

Tues, 16
Gr. 7’s Depart for Camp

Fri, 19
Gr. 7’s Return from Camp.

Mon, 22
Public Holiday

Tues, 23
Inter-house General Knowledge Quiz

Thurs, 25
Reports issued at 2:30pm in hall
Notes4Notes Concert

Fri, 26
School ends at 11am.
Handover of Easter Eggs

S E L L I N G B E E

SEEKING FULL-TIME HOUSE KEEPER: I am looking for a FULL TIME HOUSE KEEPER to start with immediate effect in CAMPS BAY. Tel : 021438-6161 cell 082 412 3048.

ELITE LANGUAGE ACADEMY: We provide support in the comfort of your home or at school. Learning areas: English, Afrikaans, Maths and Study methods call Wendy 083 292 8886.

BACHELOR PAD / FLAT / STUDIO / GRANNY FLAT WANTED: Furnished and self contained anywhere along the Atlantic Seaboard or City Bowl on a monthly basis until May 2010. Could be small one bedroom flat. Willing to share. Please contact Edwina on 083 701 8430.

WII GAME SPORTS FOR SALE: WII Game Sports Resort for sale R450 brand new. Please contact Sam 083 440 6077.

KARATE FOR SCHOLARS: Boys and girls. Daily classes in Greenpoint taught by Shihan 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. Visit www.karatekyokushin.za.org cost R400-00 per school term. We prefer teaching children at our club, as the environment is more conducive to install the necessary discipline essential in learning martial arts.

ITALIAN SCHOOL OF CAPE TOWN: Learn Italian and bring Italy closer to you. Classes are held at the Camps Bay Prep School. 13:30 – 14:30 – Grade R to Grade 2. 14:45 – 15:45 – Grade 3 – Grade 7. Advanced payment for the whole year R950. Single term payment R250. Minimum of 6 students per class required. To book please contact 021 465 8261 or email info@scuolaitalianadelcapo.co.za

FOR SALE: Cape Dolphins long Navy Team Parker jacket with fleece – hardly worn age 7-8yrs R200. Zero red and black shortie wetsuit age 9 yrs old. R250. Both in excellent condition.
Phone: 0794936541

TUTORING: I am a current university student, past pupil of this school and current OBE system. I am offering assistance with daily homework, projects, assignments and note-making, exam and test preparations. Situated in Camps Bay. Contact Kate 072 999 0438.

BABYSITTING: Babysitter available in Camps Bay area from Monday to Saturday nights. Excellent references. I am a current university student. Please contact Kate on 072 999 0438.

“OUTLOUD MUSIC": is offering seriously chilled adult beginner guitar group sessions on Tuesdays @ 8pm and Wednesdays @ 11am. Please call Myles on 082 568 5385.