13 February 2026

FROM THE OFFICE

This week at Secondary Faculty was bursting with colour, energy, and school spirit!

The excitement of our Houses’ Big Brag and Inter-House athletics, learners showing their support for cancer awareness with sprayed hair and the delicious offerings at Grade 12 Restaurant Evening - all a burst of colour where we came together in celebration and fun.

We ended the week with the warmth of Valentine’s Day, cherishing special friendships and connections across our school.

Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome prospective parents to explore our beautiful campus this Saturday for Open Day and we invite our current families to come along and support the variety of sports fixtures we are hosting.

As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we extend our warmest wishes to all members of our school community who are observing. May this time be filled with peace, reflection, compassion, and blessings for you and your families.

CALENDAR

FEEDBACK

Valentines' Day Celebrations

RESTAURANT EVENING

Our Grade 12 Hospitality learners, as part of their PAT assessment, hosted a delightful Restaurant Evening, impressing parents and guests with vibrant splashes of colour, beautifully presented and flavourful dishes, and an atmosphere filled with warmth and laughter.

PARKLANDS DEBATING SEASON KICK-OFF!

Our debating season is officially underway, and the energy is unmatched! With four teams in the National Debate League this year (2 Juniors, 2 Seniors) and plenty of "new blood" joining the ranks, Parklands College is continuing to prove it is a powerhouse.

The Results from Thursday, 12 February

Juniors

Motion: Schools should not require parental approval for Grade 10 subject choices.
Outcome: 1 Win, 1 Loss.
Highlight: Emma Chow took home Best Speaker in her first-ever debate!

Seniors

Motion: The state should regulate Lobola.
Outcome: Double Win! Both Senior teams dominated their rounds.
Highlight: Jorja Hoppe and Connor Crighton both earned Best Speaker awards.

Alumni in Action

It was fantastic to see the Parklands legacy continue beyond matric. A huge shout-out to alumni Joshua Da Silva and Mbali Nhuku, who return to the circuit as Adjudicators.

The Verdict

With three wins and three Best Speaker awards in our first outing, the foundation for this season is rock solid. We are incredibly proud of our new debaters for stepping up and our seniors for leading the way.

A special note from Lily Howe:

First Debate of the Year at Edgemead High School

Today marked our first debate of the year, hosted at Edgemead High School. Our two junior teams and two senior teams represented our school as part of our official debating programme for the year. As our first round of the NDL debating competition for the year, the debates served as an important milestone for performance, preparation and development moving forward. The senior team had the motion: This House believes that the state should regulate lobola. The results were excellent, with Parklands College winning against both SACS and Curro Delft, with the best speakers being Connor Crighton and Jorja Hoppé, respectively. The junior team had the motion: This House believes that schools should not require parental approval for Grade 10 subject choices. The results for this team were also very good, with one win and one loss to AISCT and Milnerton, respectively. The best speaker was Emma Chow.

As Head of Public Speaking and Debating for the Culture Committee, I viewed this debate as an important starting point for the year. Being our first debate of the year, it gave us a clear sense of where we currently stand and what we need to work on moving forward. I felt very proud of how our teams represented the school, particularly in terms of confidence and behaviour. Debating is not only a competitive activity but also a space where strong friendships are formed. You are able to find a community of people who share similar interests and are able to reconnect with others. This debate showed that the foundation is strong and the future of the club is looking bright. We look forward to the rest of the year.

- Lily Howe

AND there was even time for a Debating War Cry...

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FURTHER STUDIES MATHEMATICS

Our Grade 11 and Grade 12 Further Studies Mathematics learners have been hard at work on Wednesday evenings, showing dedication and commitment.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT - Maynardville Outing

“On Tuesday, the Grade 10s, had the opportunity to visit the Maynardville Theatre. During the evening we watched an incredible adapted performance of Shakespeares ‘Twelfth Night’. The point of the evening was to gain experience on how Shakespeare used language in his plays, to prepare us for the coming year.

The theatre was outdoors and had great opportunities for all of us to get lovely food beforehand. The outdoor setting itself was incredible and I think that it was a great experience for our grade as a whole.

What stood out most to me was how the production helped clarify the language we are currently and will study in class. Seeing the metaphors, misunderstandings, and humour unfold on stage made Shakespeare as a whole, a lot to look forward to this year.

Overall the production and outing was both educational, enjoyable and extremely entertaining.”

- Caitlin Smith Grade 10

GR9 MATHEMATICS ACTIVITY - Will you be my Maths Valentine?

Grade 9 Mathematics was filled with fun and creativity today as learners explored common factors using “Be My Valentine” cards - a wonderful way to combine problem-solving with a touch of Valentine spirit!

GR10 DESIGN OUTING - Biomimicry at the Two Oceans Aquarium

Grade 10 Design learners recently visited the Two Oceans Aquarium, where they explored how nature can inspire innovative and sustainable design solutions. The outing formed part of a biomimicry design task, allowing learners to observe marine organisms and investigate how their natural adaptations solve real-world problems.

Each learner selected a marine organism and analysed its structure, form, and function. These observations were then used to develop original design concepts inspired by nature, demonstrating an understanding of the design process, biomimicry principles, and sustainability.

The experience provided valuable hands-on learning outside the classroom and encouraged learners to think critically and creatively. By learning from nature, learners gained insight into responsible design practices and the role designers play in shaping a more sustainable future.

GR8 FOOD TECH

The Grade 8 Food Technology learners were very focused on their sandwich disassembly today as part of their research for their sandwich project for this quarter!

-Mrs Lucette Torbet

YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP...

HOW to Sign Up?

Parents and learners are welcome to sign up for Clubs and Societies in one of the following ways:

Email the educator in charge of the club or society to have your child’s name added to the list, or
Learners may go directly to the venue to add their name and receive more information about the club or society they wish to join.

Please note that Dance and Music will have separate Google Forms for sign-ups. These are shared separately under the Culture tab.

SCHEDULE

2026 Schedule - 2026 Time table

WHEN do clubs and societies start?

All Clubs and societies will start on 2 February.

Important information:

Some clubs and societies require a fee.
A consent form must be collected and signed by a parent.
The full fee structure is available in the Parent Directory.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2

🗓 23–25 July
Save it. Screenshot it. Tell your group chat.

This isn’t just High School Musical 2. It’s poolside drama, choreography that goes hard, vocals that hit, and a cast that is absolutely not here to play small.

The Wildcats have officially clocked in at Lava Springs, and rehearsals are in full swing.

Three full musical numbers? Done. ☑️
Energy levels? High. ☑️
Vibes? Immaculate. ☑️

From day one, the cast has been on it, adapting to the pace, showing up with a serious work ethic, and building the kind of cross-grade friendships that make a production feel bigger than just a show. Senior learners have stepped into mentorship roles naturally, younger cast members are rising to the challenge, and the ensemble spirit is very much giving “we’re all in this together”… but country club edition!

Summer is loading.
You do not want to miss it. 🌊🎤✨

MUSIC LESSONS

📚 For timetables, teacher details, and all Music Department info, please visit our Music Department Learner Website.
💌 For any other questions, contact Mrs Alexis Matsimela.

https://sites.google.com/parklands.co.za/sec-music-department/home

Those still interested in getting started, we have space in the vocal, cello, drums, saxophone, trumpet, & piano departments. All relevant details, including lesson offerings, durations, and costs, can be found in the Music Tuition

Google Form link: https://forms.gle/uV4j9ChV4TDG8tuU9

Get ready to make some music! 🎹🎷🎤

An Assembly moment that stole our hearts... ❣️

Just in time for Valentine’s weekend, Gabriella Fredericks (Grade 8) gave us a beautiful pause moment in last week’s assembly with her rendition of Valentine by Laufey.

And wow.

With a beautifully warm tone, Gabby captured that dreamy, jazz-infused nostalgia that Laufey does so well. It was one of those reminders that music has a way of meeting us exactly where we are. Whether it’s love, friendship, a little heartbreak, or just appreciating the people around us, there’s always a song for the moment. And on the brink of Valentine’s weekend, this one landed perfectly.

We love seeing our younger musicians stepping up with confidence and artistry like this. If this is Grade 8 energy, we’re in very good hands.

Dance

Please find the link below to enrol for Secondary Dance 2026.

Dance Enrollment Link

Inside the link, you’ll find the full timetable and all the details you need. Whether you’re passionate about dance or keen to try something new, we would love to have you join us.

Don’t miss out! Sign up and be part of the energy!

February is often called the month of love, but love is bigger than roses and heart emojis. It’s about kindness. Respect. Seeing one another fully.

In a community as diverse as ours, across identities, cultures, languages, faiths and family stories, this month reminds us that belonging matters. That every person deserves to feel valued. That love can look like understanding someone else’s tradition, even if it’s different from your own.

Next week, many of our Muslim families will begin preparing for the holy month of Ramadan, a time of fasting, reflection and spiritual growth. Around the same time, some of our Christian families will be observing Lent, a season of prayer, reflection and preparation leading up to Easter.

Curious about what these sacred seasons mean and how they are observed? Here we go, let’s learn together.

Help Us Celebrate:

Please take a moment to complete this form.

What’s Your Mother Tongue:

https://forms.gle/wkCPP4rUHvygtveJA

Song Requests for our

Breaktime Karaoke next Friday:

https://forms.gle/Dc8VV4tfDzBZ2BUM9

CLE TRAINING

Today was our first CLE Meeting where we had the opportunity to meet and be in conversation with our newly elected CLE members. We look forward to hosting our CLE Training session next week Wednesday, 18 February from 16:30-18:00.

Celebrating a 100 years of Black History Month

Honouring Dianna Ferrus (1953–2025)
Poet. Activist. Cultural Bridge-Builder.

Ms. Dianna Ferrus was a celebrated poet, storyteller and cultural activist who worked tirelessly to preserve and uplift the voices of women, indigenous communities and those whose histories were marginalised.

In recognition of her impact, she was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Order of Arts and Letters) by the French government, a rare and significant honour acknowledging her role in shaping cultural dialogue between France and South Africa.

Her life reminds us of the power of words, that poetry is not just art, but action. May we continue to tell our stories boldly, just as she did.

To our learners: Your voice matters. Your words matter. Use them Kindly, Use them Wisely.

VALENTINE'S DANCE

The Valentine’s Dance was an evening filled with fun, friendship, music, and plenty of dancing! Learners enjoyed the lively atmosphere, showing off their best moves, laughing with friends, and making wonderful memories together. It was truly a night to celebrate connection and school spirit.

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PARENT / LEARNER DIRECTORY Click on the link: 2026 Parent / Learner Directory

LEARNER ATTENDANCE POLICY Click on the link: Learner Attendance Policy

CLASS REP TRAINING

The newly elected Class Representatives attended a Training session with the Learner Affairs Prefects, Ka Wai Hou and Amelia Bishop, and Mr Vardan. The training included an orientation and training focused on the rigours of the position, as well as the dynamics and requirements of being a learner leader. Prior to the training, the learners went through the process of nomination, speeches, and voting. We are proud of our Class Representatives and wish them a successful leadership journey over the next two quarters.

BIG BRAG

Inter-house war cries

The Inter-house Big Brag Competition was a thrilling event that brought creativity and camaraderie to the forefront. The House captains led a brilliant display of College spirit, as each House took the stage with their unique performances. The atmosphere was loud and electric, with a variety of musical instruments adding to the volume inside the hall. The learners sang and shouted with passion showing-off their school spirit and inter-house competition.

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Harvard

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Yale

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Oxford

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Cambridge

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS

Despite the unseasonal rain that painted the skies grey on Monday morning, the commitment from our learners and staff shone brightly through during the inter-house Athletics Day.

It has been some years since the last Athletics Day at the College and Monday’s event was a resounding success. The rain did little to dampen the enthusiasm, as each House passionately cheered on their athletes. From the fast-paced sprints, shot put, long jump, and the classic tug of war, every event was a testament to the dedication and talent of our learners.

Congratulations to all House captains and their Houses for their incredible performances and to the Sports Department and Ground Staff for their meticulous planning.

We hope to have many more Athletics Day’s in the future!

Photo credits: Tiago Gomes

INTER-HOUSE BAKE-OFF

This Saturday, during Open Day, we will be hosting "The Great Parklands Bake-Off".

Each House will have two learners baking for them in the ultimate baking battle.

Mrs Torbet and Mrs Grobler have created a mystery challenge for our learners. The learners will receive instructions and ingredients on the morning of the bake-off and have to do their best.

The baked goods will be judged by taste as well as looks.

Time: 10-12

Location: Connoisseur Kitchen

Please contact the counsellors for any learner support queries or information:

Samantha Scott: sjscott@parklands.co.za

Serlina Amy Kistan: skistan@parklands.co.za

TERTIARY STUDIES

Information regarding tertiary studies will be communicated throughout the year when available.

NBT Survivial guide and Webinar- from Advantage Learn

NBT Webinar Feb 2026 (1) (1).pdf

NBT 2026 Survival Guide.pdf

On-campus Open Day: Saturday 18 April 2026

On our annual SU Open Day, we welcome Grade 11 and 12 learners, their parents, teachers and guidance counsellors to our Stellenbosch and Tygerberg campuses. Come view our exhibitions, attend demonstrations and information sessions, and engage with our faculty staff, all while experiencing our vibrant campuses and student communities and exploring the available housing options.

Time: 08:00 - 15:00
Place: SU's Stellenbosch and Tygerberg campuses
Ticket Bookings: Open to all, free of charge, but remember to book your tickets for information sessions on Quicket (available from 18 March 2026, from 09:00)

This is a chance not to be missed!

For more information, contact us:
WhatsApp "Hi" to 061 729 8858
Call us on 021 808 9111
Email info@sun.ac.za

90 bursaries available in Shoprite's 2026 bursary programme - now open for application

Applications for the Shoprite Group’s 2026 bursary programme are officially open.

Application details and requirements

In order to be eligible, applicants must be South African citizens under 27 years old, and are registered for undergraduate or post-graduate degree study at an accredited university.

Further qualifying criteria is specific to each bursary - for more information or to apply, visit the Shoprite bursary programme page here.

Applications close on 31 May 2026.

https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/90-bursaries-available-in-shoprite-2026-bursary-programme-now-open-for-application-062755a

WORLD CANCER DAY

Thank you to everyone who supported our "Colour for Cancer" Drive. All proceeds will go to CHOC, the Childhood Cancer Foundation SA.

This weekend promises to be a packed and exciting one on home soil as we host an U19 Girls’ Water Polo Festival, an U13 Softball Tournament, and a 1st XI cricket encounter against Milnerton High School, while our U15A cricketers travel to Milnerton for their match. It is always a privilege to welcome visiting schools to our campus, and we look forward to quality competition across all codes.

Well done to our athletes who competed at Green Point Stadium last Friday. Fourteen of our athletes have progressed to the next round, which is an outstanding achievement. Our U13A cricket team played a fantastic match against Sunningdale on Thursday, securing a 10-run win. Our softball girls continue to shine and have produced encouraging results over the past two weeks. Keep it going.

We wish our athletes who are progressing to the next round of zonal trials every success on Saturday. This is a reflection of your commitment and hard work.

To everyone competing this weekend, embrace the challenge. Play with intensity, support your teammates and remain respectful at all times. Uphold our College values in the way you compete, communicate and conduct yourselves. Represent with pride, compete hard and most importantly, enjoy the opportunity to play the sport you have chosen.

Summer Sport Timetable 2026

More detail about the commencement of the sporting programme will be shared in Friday's memo. Please remember to subscribe to our Secondary sports calendar using this link: Secondary Sports Calendar

Summer Sport Sign Up

Please sign your child up for a Quarter 1 and 4 summer sport if you have not yet done so.

Link: 2026 Q1 and 4 summer sport sign up form

* Please note amendments to squad tennis times for Saturday.

* Please note the changes to Girls' water polo training days and times.

LEARNER ACHIEVEMENTS

We always love to hear of our learners' external sports achievements. Please email a short blurb along with 3 high-quality photographs (1 Mb minimum) to External Sport News.

Meet your Sport Prefects

Summer Sport Captains

Our summer sport captains attended a training session on Wednesday, 11 February, with an additional session scheduled for Tuesday, 17 February, during Utility for those who were unable to attend due to sporting commitments.

The sessions covered the following topics:

Responsibilities of team captains in different sports
Commitment of team captains in different sports
Etiquette as sport captains
The importance of upholding values in school sports
The importance of setting goals and having a vision as a team captain

Congratulations to all learners who have been elected as team captains for our summer sports. We look forward to seeing your leadership in action on and off the field.

Athletics (Junior): Lexi Torlutter

U13A Cricket: Ewan Eichbauer

U14A Cricket: Calvin Tarr

U15A Cricket: Michael Enslin

2nd Team Cricket: Keshan Kistan

U13A Mix Team: Sophia Carvalho Smee

2nd Team Tennis (Boys): Saadhil Rampath

2nd Team Tennis (Girls): Priyanka Ramlakan

U13B Softball: Hayley Taylor

U13A Softball: Jeeriya Moodley

U15B Softball: Gabriella Fredericks

U15A Softball: Taylor Watson

3rd Team Softball: Rayah Moodley

2nd Team Softball: Liya de Allende

U14 Boys Water polo: Levi Le Grange

U14 Girls Water polo: Lexi Torlutter

U16 Boys Water polo: Luke Cloete

U16 Girls Water polo: Keira Chirnside

Dance: Alexa-Rose Schreuder

Dance: Madison Lemos

Athletics (Senior): Alex Petersen

Swim Team (Boys): Joshua Kalapac

Swim Team (Girls): Madison Coleman

1st Team Boys’ Tennis: Mkuseli Mngese

1st Team Girls’ Tennis: Rebekkah Esterhuizen

1st Team Softball: Morgan Holmes

1st Team Cricket: Ethan Randall

U19 Boys Water polo: Travis Schenk

U19 Girls Water polo: Hannah Taylor

Sports Department

Aquatics (swimming and water polo)

Rebecca Walker (rwalker@parklands.co.za)

Athletics and softball

Marc Viljoen (mviljoen@parklands.co.za)

Cricket and tennis

Darin Viljoen (dviljoen@parklands.co.za)

Head of Sport

Darryn Hunt (dhunt@parklands.co.za)

Head of Cricket

Gary Gilder (ggilder@parklands.co.za)

Home and Away...

INTER-SCHOOLS ATHLETICS

Our U17 Boys have done it again! Last year they clinched a 1st place in the boys U17 4x100m relay at the Inter school athletics meeting at Green Point Stadium whilst most were still in Grade 10. This year they again competed in the same age group, clocking an impressive sub 49 second lap. They are competing again tomorrow in the next round of the zonal championships.

We wish all our athletes the very best.

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U/13 SOFTBALL

Our U13 softball girls played their first match and beat Cannons Creek 8 - 7

U/19 Cricket vs Curro Durbanville

U/19A CRICKET

PARKLANDS COLLEGE 1st XI vs CURRO DURBANVILLE 1st XI

SATURDAY 7 FEBRUARY 2026

MATCH REPORT

CURRO DURBANVILLE won the toss and chose to bowl first.

Batting first, PARKLANDS scored 83/10 in 22.5 overs.

Batting second, CURRO DURBANVILLE scored 81/10 in 21.2 overs.

PARKLANDS WON BY 2 RUNS

Fielding catches: Bryce Gilder, Julian Gardiner, Carl Scheffler (2), Joshua Neil

Man of the match: The entire team

Curro Durbanville won the toss and chose to bowl first. The Vikings got off to a very good start, with a first wicket partnership of 43 before Joshua Neil was caught behind on 8. Thereafter, three more wickets fell to take the total to 49/4 by the middle of the 14th over. With Julian Gardiner joining Liam Russell at the crease, it looked like a recovery was underway, but the fifth wicket fell at 57 runs in the 16th over, rapidly followed by three more to have the Vikings reeling at 64/8 in the 20th over. Number 10 batsman Sabelo Ntuli sent the ball over the rope for four off his first ball and managed to score another three precious runs before being dismissed, with Carl Scheffler the last man standing to post a total of 83 all out.

After a short between-innings break, Curro went in to bat at around 11:00. In the same fixture last year (away), Curro scored 280/9 in 50 overs, and won the match by 85 runs. The betting public would have been expecting Curro to make short work of the total, but the Vikings showed true fighting spirit and came out focused and firing on all cylinders. Opening bowlers Bryce Gilder and Blaine Fisher each took an early wicket to have the visitors 8/2 after 4 overs, forcing the doomsdayers and the naysayers to revise their expectations of the outcome. Bryce’s brace in the 7th over had the visitors 24/4 by the 7th over and Blaine Fisher’s wicket in the 10th over had the visitors against the ropes on 41/5.

Six overs then passed without a wicket, and by the time the visitors had accumulated 70 runs by the 16th over (now needing just 14 for the win) it looked like it was all over bar the shouting. So clear was the writing on the wall, that the umpires decided that the game should continue to it’s expected conclusion before ending the day’s outing with lunch upstairs. Stung by this decision, the Vikings unleashed their fury on the foe, in the form of Joshua Neil and Carl Scheffler who proceeded to plunder and pillage their way through the remaining five wickets. The brace by Joshua Neil at the start of the 17th over had the punters scurrying to change their bets, but it was too late. Carl took two wickets in the 20th over to put the game on a knife’s edge.

Curro needed nine runs, and the Vikings needed one wicket. A crucial piece of fielding by Liam Russell on the boundary, almost a four, was held down to just one run. In the 21st over, a single and a four off the bowling of Joshua Neil took the visitors up to 80. Carl Scheffler once again. A single brings the #11 batsman on strike, who plays it in the air…. to be caught by Joshua coming in from the extra cover fielding position!

This victory will be remembered for a long time to come. A recent match report said that deciding on a man of the match has never been tougher. Today, it was impossible. The collective team effort to defend the low total was incredible to see, and for this reason it was decided that the entire team should take the honours as man of the match.

Thank you to all of the parents who came to support the boys, for preparing the lunch and providing the treats. It is greatly appreciated!

Water polo U19 teams vs Fairmont High School

Our U19 girls delivered an outstanding performance in a truly nail-biting encounter against Fairmont. The match was tightly contested from start to finish, with both teams refusing to give an inch. Unfortunately, the game was decided in the final moments, but the determination, teamwork, and composure shown by our girls throughout the match were exceptional. This was a performance full of promise and one they can be immensely proud of.

Final score: 8-9.

Facing a strong Fairmont side, our U19 boys showed tremendous grit and perseverance. Despite the scoreline, the effort and commitment displayed throughout the match were evident. The boys worked hard for every possession, supported one another, and never stopped competing. Valuable lessons were learned, and this experience will undoubtedly serve as motivation as they continue to grow and prepare for upcoming fixtures.

Final score: 2-11

Interschool individual gala at Rondebsoch

Our swim team delivered an excellent performance at the A-League Gala held at Rondebosch last week, competing against some of the strongest schools in the league and placing in 3rd position overall out 9 schools competing.

The boys’ team finished an impressive second overall with 111 points, narrowly missing out on first place to Rondebosch, who finished on 126 points. The boys demonstrated real depth and consistency across events, showing that they can compete at the highest level.

The girls’ team secured a strong fourth-place finish with 108 points, missing out on third place by just two points. Their performances reflected resilience, focus, and growing confidence in a highly competitive environment.

Our swimmers were back in the water on Thursday at Milnerton, where the team thoroughly enjoyed the gala experience. We are currently awaiting the release of the official results.

Looking ahead, we are excited to host our next swimming gala next Thursday, welcoming Fairmont High School, The Settlers High School, Milnerton High School, Durbanville High School, and Elkanah House.

SPORT RESULTS

Inter school Individual Swimming Gala at Rondebosch

1) Rondebosch A & Rustenberg Girls, 249 points

2) Durbanville High School, 236 points

3) Parklands College, 219 points

4) SACS & Herschel, 204 points

5) DSK, 173 points

6) SACS & St Cyprians, 147 points

7) Herzlia, 137 points

8) Reddam Atlantic Seaboard, 115 points

9) Rondebosch C & San Souci Girls, 113 points

CRICKET:

1st cricket team v Curro Durbanville, won by 2 runs POM: Whole Team

U15A cricket v Reddam Durbanville, won by 9 wickets POM: Tristan Els

U14A cricket v Hoerskool Tygerberg, lost by 67 runs POM: Ewan Eichbauer & Matthew Taylor

U13A cricket v Sunningdale U13B, won by 10 runs POM: Ross Sneddon & Heath Beekmans

SOFTBALL:

2nd softball v CBC 1st, won 11 - 9 POM: Wanganae Masindi

3rd softball v Milnerton 2nds, lost 4 - 8 POM: Emily Hoffman

U15A softball v Milnerton U15A, won 12 - 6 POM: Olivia Salvador

U15B softball v Edgemead High U15B, won 12 - 5 POM: Thandiwe Radebe

U13A softball v Cannons Creek U13A, won 8-7 POM: Jeeriya Moodley

TENNIS:

2nd tennis boys v Reddam Durbanville, won 10 - 2 POM: Kishan Murugan & Lucas de Carvalho Smee

U13 tennis team v Parow West, won 6 - 0 POM: Declan Paton

WATER POLO:

1st Boys v Fairmont High School, lost 2-12 POM: Cuan Swartz

1st Girls v Fairmont High School, lost 8-9 POM: Madison Coleman

Water polo girls' and boys' tournament on Saturday 14th February

We look forward to hosting an upcoming U19 Girls' Water Polo Festival, which promises to be an exciting day of competitive and spirited polo.

Welcoming visiting schools to our pool is always a highlight, and our players are eager to compete, learn, and showcase their growth in the water. We wish all participating teams the very best and look forward to a great day of sport, sportsmanship, and school pride.

Please note that our campus is a non-smoking and alcohol free facility.

Girls fixture list for Saturday 14 February

Boys fixture list for Saturday 14 February

Milnerton Hockey Club Junior Team

For junior players in Grades 7 to 9 who are interested in playing hockey at club level, Milnerton Junior Hockey Team will be hosting trials.

Please note that once our College hockey programme begins, school training sessions and matches take priority over any club commitments. We ask parents and players to plan accordingly to ensure that participation in club sport does not conflict with school obligations.

MILNERTON HOCKEY CLUB JUNIOR TEAM

We are opening the registration form for the upcoming trials on 28 February. Kindly register your child's interest at the following URL:

https://forms.gle/vHw8iYra8hJ5FaML9 The times for each age group are as follows:

U11 boys & girls 08:00 - 08:50

U13 girls 08:55 - 09:45

U13 boys 09:50 - 10:40

U15 girls 10:45 - 11:35

U15 boys 11:40 - 12:30

Parents, there will be a masters representative down for any parent who is interested in playing as well, there is a tickbox on the registration form, please select that and we will contact you directly. If there is enough interest, we may even have a little friendly match on the day for the parents to show the children who the actual stars are.

Reminder, trials are not compulsory. We understand there are a few children who are unable to attend due to other commitments. For those unable to make it, we will use the first couple training sessions to place those players in their teams. Further information and details are on the form.

BITS REP TRAINING

The newly elected BITS Representatives attended a training session run by the Technology Prefects, Connor Crighton and Mkhuseli Mngese.

They were taken on a tour and shown the various technologies in the hall, collabs, holodeck and electronics lab.

We look forward to the year ahead and assisting where we can.

Every month we will look at our ICT Acceptable use policy and highlight an area. For February we will look at Social Media:

Navigating the Digital World: A Shared Responsibility

At Parklands College, we pride ourselves on being at the cutting edge of technology. From our Innovation Centre to our dual status as an Apple Distinguished and Google Reference School, our learners are constantly pushing boundaries. However, with great digital power comes the need for great digital responsibility.

Social media is more than just a place for "likes", it’s where our learners build their first professional reputations. We believe that digital citizenship isn’t just a school subject; it’s a partnership. While our educators provide the technical and ethical foundations, our parents provide the real-world wisdom.

The following checklist is intended as a conversation starter. For learners, it’s a guide to navigating these platforms safely and respectfully. For parents, it’s a reminder of the boundaries that protect our community's privacy and your child's future.

📱 Social Media Checklist: A Guide for Learners, A Reminder for Parents

1. The "Public Forever" Rule

Learners: Before you hit post, ask: "Would I be okay with this appearing on the Innovation Centre's main TV for everyone to see?"
Parents: Remind your children that "Private" settings are never 100% secure. Screenshots can live forever.

2. The Power of the Disclaimer

Learners: If your bio mentions you attend Parklands College, you should include a disclaimer: "I attend Parklands College. Everything here, however, is my personal opinion."
Parents: Help your child understand that even personal accounts reflect back on their school community and their own future professional brand.

3. Respect the Privacy of Others

Learners: Never post photos or videos of others, especially in school uniform or on campus, without express written permission from all parties and a Director.
Parents: Reinforce that data privacy is a legal and ethical boundary. Proprietary info about learners or staff is strictly off-limits.

4. Constructive vs. Antagonistic

Learners: Disagreements happen. Stay polite. If a conversation turns "toxic," step away and ask an educator for advice rather than becoming defensive.
Parents: Encourage your child to "think before they type" and to represent themselves as a respectful member of our digital community.

5. Protect Your Personal Brand (and IP)

Learners: Don't use the College logo on personal sites without permission. Keep your home address, phone number, and personal email private to stay safe from identity thieves.
Parents: Audit your child’s profiles occasionally to ensure they aren't over-sharing personal data that could compromise their safety

General

PARENT BUSINESS DIRECTORY

College parents are able to list their businesses in our Parent Business Directory for free – www.parklands.co.za/parent-business-directory/.

Should you be interested in marketing your business to over 1000 families, email: marketing@parklands.co.za to get started.

All listings will be subject to the College’s final approval.

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IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR PARENTS

College Crest and Logos

The College Crest and logos are registered trademarks and may not be used without permission from the Head of Marketing: cdevos@parklands.co.za

Access to Campus

Please note that for security reasons, no parents or visitors are allowed past the Admin building during the week without reporting to reception. We have instructed our learners and staff to ask anyone without a Visitor's Badge to report to reception.

No Dogs Allowed

Please note that the College does not allow animals, especially dogs, on campus, except in the following cases:

Officially registered guide or support dogs (with the necessary harness).
Pets owned by personnel residing on campus for security purposes.

Lost Cellphones

Almost on a daily basis we are asked to assist with finding lost cellphones. It has become an impossible task and we simply cannot expect staff to actively look for misplaced cellphones. We provide adequate facilities for the learners to lock their devices away.

If a learner misplaces or loses their cellphone, parents are required to report the missing device to the local police station.

Learners need to complete a report about the missing device at reception of the ICT desk in the event that it is handed in.

AirPods

We do not look for missing AirPods. Learners have been told that they should rather not bring AirPods to school, as they get lost easily.

2026 DATES

Summer Quarter: 20 Jan - 26 March

Autumn Quarter: 8 April - 24 June

Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 September

Spring Quarter: 14 October - 4 December

SOCIAL MEDIA

Please follow us on social media

Parklands College & CRPP on Facebook

Parklands College & CRPP on Twitter

www.instagram.com/parklandscollege/?hl=en

MEMOS FROM OTHER FACULTIES

PP: https://ppblog.parklands.co.za

JP: https://jpblog.parklands.co.za

SP: https://spblog.parklands.co.za

CONCLUSION

Wishing all our learners, staff, and families a restful and enjoyable weekend ahead!

Ancia Vosloo

Principal: Secondary Faculty

avosloo@parklands.co.za

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