From the Office

Dear Parents and Learners

We wish our FET learners all the best as they start mid-year examinations next week.  GET learners are encouraged to stick to their study schedules and attend tutorial lessons if necessary.

As the FET learners will be busy with examinations, there will be no assembly next Friday.  The GET learners will be in their examination venues during that time to set up, but will be dismissed early, at 14:00.

Please invite family and friends to our Open Day next Saturday.

Winter weather has arrived and we remind learners to dress warmly against the skin and not to mix sports uniform or civvies with school uniform.  Normal dress and grooming regulations apply throughout the examination period.

Rainy day images around campus, captured by Kevin Smal

Reach for a Dream Slipper Day

The Reach for a Dream Foundation aims to provide children with life-threatening diseases with an opportunity to fulfill a special dream.  We have been supporting this initiative for many years.  They raise funds by asking people to wear slippers and to donate R20 towards this good cause.  We will be billing the account of every learner and invite them to wear slippers or other interesting footwear with their school uniform on Friday, 30 May.  

Should you wish not to be billed, kindly email secondary@parklands.co.za

Emergency Contact Details

We would like to remind you that it is imperative for us to be able to contact you or a member of your family or a close friend in the case of an emergency. Kindly visit the Edana App and check the contact details in the fields provided. To ensure that the information is complete and correct, it is vital that the contact numbers are accessible at all times by the College.  

This is a very important request, and we are asking you to comply immediately as a safety precaution.  

Please select your profile, then "Contact Information"  update, and "Emergency Contacts" and update accordingly. Please click on the link for step by step guidance. 

Communication & Information

Please use secondary@parklands.co.za if you are unsure about who to contact.  Your mail will be directed to the correct person.

Please click on the tabs at the top of the Memo to access useful information:  Calendars, Academic info and Assessment Calendars, Uniform requirements and Operational Information (including Parent&Learner Directory, EDANA app instructions and KARRI app guidelines for use at Kauai)

We have updated the Parent & Learner Directory on 28 February with information regarding the security of electronic devices (iPads and Laptops.)  

ACADEMICS

Academic Links

Note the section at the top dedicated specifically to academic links.  Click on the links below to find: 

🎓 Autumn Quarter Timetables,  🎓Assessment Calendars, the  🎓 Tutorial Schedule, the  🎓 Subject Change Deadlines, the   🎓Promotion Requirements and   🎓 Absence during Assessments or Exams and 🎓 Exam Dates 

June Examinations

June Examination Timetable

The June Exam Timetable has now been finalised:  JUNE EXAM TT 2025 

June Examination Study Guidelines:

June Grade 12 Study Guidelines, June Grade 11 Study Guidelines, June Grade 10 Study Guidelines, June Grade 9 Study Guidelines,  June Grade 8 Study Guidelines, June Grade 7 Study Guidelines 

Proposed Study Timetables

Our counselling department has thoughtfully prepared proposed study timetables to support our GET learners:

Grade 7 Study Timetable,  Grade 8 Study Timetable,  Grade 9 Study Timetable

Exam Arrangements

School start at normal time, 07:50.  Please arrive promptly.

Normal dress and grooming applies.

A study venue is made available at school for those who cannot study at home when they are not writing.

Link to Exam Agreement

Link to Exam Rules & Regulations

See Academic Links tab with information about absence. during the exam period.

Mid-year Exams:  Please note that question papers will be written until the very last day of the quarter, Wednesday, 25 June.  Reports will be issued in the third quarter.  Learners who miss question papers for legitimate reasons will have to write during the first week back, starting on Monday, 21 July 2025.

Prelim Exams:: Please note that question papers will be written until the very last day of the quarter, Tuesday, 23 September.  Learners who are absent for exams will need to submit a doctor's certificate.  Reports will be issued in the next quarter.  

Making the best of break time on a rainy day...

From the English Department

This quarter's digital bookshelf is for true readers, as there is not much time for this leisure in between studying for our mid-year exams coming up. That being said, these suggestions will be sure to immerse you in worlds very different from our own, whether you're choosing from the genres of fiction, fantasy, historical or autobiographical. Delving into a bit of fantasy in order to face reality has proven to be very beneficial for the human (and teenage) brain. 

Happy reading! 

isiXhosa Department

Grade 10 Learners' Oral Presentations

LEARNER AFFAIRS

Learners driving to school

Every year we receive requests from learners driving themselves to school to park their vehicles on the school grounds.  We will not allow that for the following very important and well-considered reasons:

1. Safety:  Hundreds of younger learners are dropped and picked up in the parking lot daily and the danger of allowing an additional approximate 100 inexperienced drivers (by the second half of the year) onto the parking lot, is a risk too big to take.

2. Insurance:  The school has public liability insurance for injuries due to school-related events.  Driving a car is not a school-related event and will therefore not be covered by our insurance.

3. Necessity:  There is close enough access to public transport (MyCity) for there to be no need for learners to drive themselves to school if their parents are unable to do so.

4. Unlicensed driving:  Some parents allow their children to illegally drive vehicles to school.  As learners arrive and leave during peak times, it is impossible for the security guards to check licences without causing massive congestion.

There are parking embayments in College Avenue for learners to park their vehicles and when that is full, there is ample parking space available at Checkers.  The parking area on the East side of the gate is also available for parking.  This can be accessed from Sandown Road.

FEEDBACK

Past Head Boy addresses school at Technology Assembly

We had the pleasure of welcoming our 2008 Head Boy, Mr Rodney Mhungu, back to address our learners at assembly last Friday. He is a Solution Engineer at Microsoft, focused on helping organizations protect sensitive data and meet compliance goals using Microsoft’s advanced security and compliance tools. 

With a background in law and technical experience in cloud and data security, Rodney bridges policy and technology to drive real-world impact. He’s also a writer and speaker, passionate about making complex topics simple and actionable to engineers, IT administrators and C level business stakeholders. Rodney highlighted the importance of cybersecurity as a career option due to the fact that cybercrime is currently the third largest economy as well as the fastest growing in the world.

District Science Expo at Pinelands High

Our Grade 10 learners impressed the judges by explaining their projects at the District Expo on Saturday.

UCT Mathematics Olympiad Round 2

We are proud to share that 8 of our learners were invited to participate in the second round of the UCT Maths Competitions on Saturday, 14 June.  

Congratulations to Veer Atwaru, Jacob Botes, Steffan Hillebrand, Puneet Nagendrakumar, Luan Odendaal, Aden van Rhyn, Gerhard Vosloo and Jennifer Zhou.

PAN African Maths Olympiad

Congratulations to Jennifer Zhou who has been invited to particpate in the PAN African Maths Olympiad in Gaberone, Botswana.  Jennifer is one of six learners selected across South Africa to represent Team SA.

Grade 6 & 7 Tour de Maths Round 3 at Sunningdale Primary

Our Grade 6 and 7 Tour De Maths team braved the stormy weather this Tuesday evening to participate in the third leg of the Tour De Maths Competition at Sunningdale Primary. Two of our grade 6 teams tied for 2nd position, whilst two of our grade 7 teams tied for third place. 

Well done to our four grade 7 learners for their achievement: Angelina (Yihan) Dai and Karena Li, as well as two new members to the team: Haydn Naidoo and Luke Sly. 

Parklands College ranked first on the night, and we have also managed to hold on to our overall first position in the competition. We are eagerly looking forward to the last two rounds next quarter.xxx

LOOKING AHEAD

Two opportunities for international travel in 2026

To travel and explore different countries and cultures with your friends is an experience you carry with you for the rest of your life.

Cultural Tour for Juniors to Paris in September 2026

Parklands College is planning a Cultural Tour to Paris in September 2026 for our current Grade 5, 6 & 7 learners.  (Grade 7 and 8 learners from the Secondary Faculty).  

Should you be interested in your child participating in the tour, or require further information, please email Mme A Bailly at abailly@parklands.co.za.  A truly memorable cultural experience awaits!

Cultural tour for Seniors to Budapest and Vienna in March 2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the online information evening about the proposed tour for next year.  Please find the updated presentation,  including the costs,  below.  Kindly scan the QR code to reply by Friday, 13 June if you are interested.

SERVICE

u19 Hockey Girls v Elkanah

College Netball

College Rugby

U19 Girls' Soccer

U16 Boys' Soccer

Cross Country at Fairmont

Sports video of the week

Parklands College sport schedule 2 June to 19 June 2025

Please remember to subscribe to our Secondary sports calendar using this link:

Secondary sports calendar 

Please click on the link:  https://sites.google.com/parklands.co.za/parklandscollegedance/home

We encourage all learners to participate in this incredible opportunity! This is a LIVE eisteddfod adjudication that will take place at Parklands College, Minor Hall on 22 August between 13:00-19:00.

Parents and Family are welcome to attend. Please discuss your entry with your music educator to find the best category and complete this

 Google Form Link by 23 May: https://forms.gle/J5fTycbMeX9mxEzs7 

🎹 A PIANO MASTERCLASS EXPERIENCE WITH THE EXCEPTIONAL PROF. NINA SCHUMANN

Parklands College proudly presents an exciting opportunity to learn from one of South Africa’s most celebrated pianists and educators. Join us for a 2-day piano masterclass led by the extraordinary Professor Nina Schumann, renowned for her virtuosic artistry and dynamic teaching.

🎼 WHAT TO EXPECT:
From interactive workshops to live performances and personalised coaching, this experience promises to challenge, inspire, and transform pianists at all levels. Whether you're a performer or a passionate observer, prepare to be immersed in the world of expressive, technical, and refined piano playing.

Application Link: https://forms.gle/1dWhP99Hoqr36BuJ7 

LEARNER SUPPORT 

Mrs Scott (C block):  sjscott@parklands.co.za

Mrs Kistan (Resource Centre):  skistan@parklands.co.za

ENRICHING MINDS TUTORING/REMEDIAL SERVICES 

Janice Human is a dedicated educator with thirty-three years teaching experience offering specialised remedial and tutoring services. 

Throughout her career, she has taught a wide range of subjects, with a special focus on English, Afrikaans, and Mathematics. She has extensive experience working with foreign students, helping them develop their English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Additionally, she has worked closely with students of diverse abilities, tailoring her teaching methods to suit their unique learning needs. She has also lectured Mathematics to teachers at the Teachers’ Centre in Kuils River. A cornerstone of her teaching philosophy is the importance of building strong, personal connections with her students. By understanding their unique strengths, challenges, and interests, she looks to create a supportive learning environment that fosters both academic growth and personal development. 

If you are interested in Janice's remedial/tutoring services please feel free to email her at janice@enrichingminds.co.za or contact her at 082 865 5242 with any questions. 

Michelle Klein - THYNK SOLUTIONS for subject and career choice 

I provide career guidance consultations both in-person and online. I decided to compile this ebook as it offers several advantages: convenience, affordability, and accessibility.

At R350, there is tremendous value in this personalised ebook, which includes a career assessment and feedback thereof in the ebook, interactive sheets, links for researching, and all the information contained in the consultation. The difference between the consultation and the ebook: the learner does the exploration himself/herself. I am attaching details of both the consultation and the ebook so that parents and learners can see what each one entails, and links below for orders/bookings:   

E-book Request   

Career Guidance Consultation

TERTIARY STUDIES 

Open Days and Application Dates 2025 for Universities and Colleges 

CONCLUSION

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.

Air pods

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

Enjoy a great weekend.

Kind regards

Sylvia Steyn

ssteyn@parklands.co.za

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