Secondary Faculty Weekly Memo
30 August 2024
FROM THE OFFICE
Dear Parents and Learners
Finally, Spring is in the air! We are delighted with the good weather for the official opening of our Astro turf tonight and hope you will join us. The campus is busy tonight, as we also have the opening of the Gr 10 & 11 Visual Arts Exhibition in the Innovation Centre and the Cape Town Music Eisteddfod in the Minor Hall of the Mozart Centre.
Next week is equally busy with the Grade 9 Market Day, our Inter-house Spelling Bee contest, the Grade 10 Unicorn Awards and the Grade 10 Dance on Friday night.
Thank you to Fabianna Vermeulen who captured the beautiful image below ...
Uniforms
Please ensure that learners' blazers are in good quality and looking pristine or replace it with the new blazer. When a learner represents the College, it is most embarrassing if the colour has faded or the blazer does not fit properly.
Please also note that the blue checked trousers have been replaced by grey trousers. At the end of the winter season (the start of the Spring Quarter), girls may only wear the dress or grey trousers. The checked trousers may only be worn by the chefs in the Hospitality kitchen.
ACADEMICS
Academic Links
Note the section at the top dedicated specifically to academic links. In this section you will find:
🎓 Winter Quarter Timetables, 🎓Assessment Calendars, the 🎓 Tutorial Schedule, the 🎓 Grade 12 Prelim Exam Timetable, the 🎓Grade 12 Prelim Study Guidelines and the 🎓Grade 12 NSC Timetable.
Final NSC Exam Timetable updated
Please note that an update has been made to the Final 2024 NSC Exam Timetable:
Final Gr12 Life Orientation Exam
The Final Life Orientation CAT (Common Assessment Task) Examination will take place on Monday, 2 September. We wish our Matric learners all the best as they prepare for this paper.
Grade 10 2025 Subjects
The Grade 9 Learners have started the exciting journey of choosing subjects for 2025. Life Orientation lessons have been a buzz of exploration and discussions about the possibilities out there and discovering possible career fits. Parents and learners attended an information evening last night.
Physical Education during the stormy weather
During the Winter rainy days we make use of technology with our learners. This clip below shows the fun the learners have while competing in a reaction drill.
PE.MOVFurther Studies in English Examination
Programming Olympiad Round 2
From the English Department
“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.”
This quarter’s book lineup is a rollercoaster ride – packed with mysteries, romances, and everything in between! With the cold weather upon us, there is no better excuse to curl up with a hot beverage and a good book.
Your bookworm-in-training should have devoured two personal picks by now, with another two to go, in order to submit enough book reports for the year. We're crossing our fingers these recommendations spark some curiosity to explore beyond your comfort zone.
Get cozy and dive in! Happy Reading!
Digital bookshelf LINK
Ed-Admin Multi-Portal Installation
We are pleased to inform you that the new Ed-admin Multi Portal App (Ed-admin MP) is now available on the Google and Apple App stores. The features include access to your child’s reports, calendar activities and daily attendance records to mention a few.
To install the App please follow the below instructions:
1.) Download the Ed-Admin Multi Portal App by using the relevant link below:
● Apple App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ed-admin-multi-portal/id6469108569
OR
● Google Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edana.edadmin&hl=en&gl= US
2.) Enter 230034 (Parklands College Code) and your email address to log in. For your convenience, please refer to the image below:
3.) The next step will require you to enter the login code sent to you via email. For your convenience, please refer to the image below:
Please ensure that you keep this App updated otherwise you will be logged out and will have to repeat the above process to regain access.
LEARNER NEWS
We are very excited about our two entrants, Kevar Mahabeer and Declan Saul, representing Parklands College in the WCED Skill Competition, being held at Bellville Technical High School tomorrow.
We wish them everything of the best in the EGD Autocad Category.
PAST LEARNER NEWS
Bonolo Molemohi - CLASS OF 2021
We are most proud of Bonolo's accomplishments post-matric in 2021. She has successfully completed her undergraduate degree in Architectural Studies. On the 21st of August 2024, she was honoured with a Prestigious Award by the Gauteng Institute for Architecture (GIFA).
She received the 3rd Year Award for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate who submitted the most comprehensively resolved major project in the course Architectural Theory and Design.
FEEDBACK
Leadership Camp
The Grade 11s attended the annual Leadership Camp at the Waterval Country Lodge in Tulbagh. It was a weekend of bonding, as a Grade, as learners embraced their role as the new seniors at the College. The rotation sessions were hosted by the Parklands College educators. These sessions included Ethical scenarios, The Parklands Way, A School Where I Belong and Leadership Basics.
The learners spoke about their journey and experiences at the College, practised war cries, created a matric motto and spoke about their vision as the Class of 2025. The camp facilitators initiated outdoor group challenges and fun social activities including a hike to the famed waterfall where learners relaxed in the rockpools. The learners attended courses on governance and disc personality profiling and its importance in leadership.
Information about the Prefect application process was shared with interested participants. Our Executive Prefects and a few members of the Prefect Body visited on Saturday to share their leadership wisdom and experiences. We look forward to seeing what the Grade 11s have to offer at the Leadership Assembly on 6 September 2024.
Guest speaker
Sarah Hoffman from Klikd
Sarah is a social media lawyer who spoke to the learners on Monday about being aware of their personal brand on social media. She warned them about the dangers of predators online and of being responsible - or even just part of - derogatory comments on social media platforms. Please continue this discussion at home.
COMING UP
Grade 9 Market Day
Get ready for our Grade 9 Market Day at school!
Tuesday, 3 September in the Rec Room and Curie Quad.
With 40 stalls - mostly featuring delicious food - this is an event you won't want to miss.
It will be a cash-only day, so come prepared.
Parents are welcome to join in the fun, but please remember to sign in at reception.
Our Grade 9 learners have put in a lot of effort, and they’re excited to share what they've created.
Come out and show your support!
Unicorn Awards
The Grade 10s are invited to an exclusive screening of the top 10 movies from their English Movie Project. This annual event is a wonderful showcase of the incredible talent this grade has to offer. The top 10 films will be judged by 4 outside judges, who are currently working in the film industry in Cape Town. There will be many prizes and accolades awarded on the evening. Please note that this event is not open to the public, but exclusively for the Grade 10 learners. We look forward to seeing them there!
Please see the invitation for more details.
Cape Junior Ballet
Three of our dancers, Alexa-Rose Schreuder, Ella Frielinghaus and Clara-Mari Vosloo are members of Cape Junior Ballet and will be performing in their production "Bloom" in September.
Tickets can be bought from Quicket.
VIDEO-2024-08-14-17-59-09.mp4
Heritage & Harmonies
Indulge in the flavours of South Africa with a delectable medley of savoury bites and finger foods, perfectly paired with live music as we celebrate Heritage Month!
Join us on Thursday, 12 September from 18:00 to 20:00, as our Grade 11 Hospitality learners and Music Department ensembles deliver an unforgettable evening.
Pre-booking is essential by 5 September.
Tickets are R120, including your culinary experience, beverages, and entertainment.
Limited seating for just 80 guests—reserve your spot today!
Tickets will be billed to your school fee account.
Booking Form: PLEASE CLICK HERE
SPORT
external_sports_news@parklands.co.za
Head of Sport: tpillay@parklands.co.za
Rugby and Girls Soccer Coordinator: dviljoen@parklands.co.za
Chess, Boys Soccer & Cross Country Coordinator: mviljoen@parklands.co.za
Netball and Hockey Coordinator: sbloem@parklands.co.za
From the Secondary Head of Sport
This week we afforded our educators, coaches and learners a well deserved break. We have a short two week Summer pre-season which will commence on Monday. Emails have been sent out to all parents regarding dates and times and learners are expected to attend all practices until the end of the quarter. We are in the process of confirming matches for the 4th quarter and therefore encourage you to check the sport calendar for daily updates.
Last Saturday, our U14 A & B and U16 Hockey Girls faced off against Melkbosstrand High School. Despite a hard-fought effort, our U14B team narrowly lost 2-0, and our U14A team came up just short with a 2-1 loss. However, our U16 girls held their ground, securing a 1-1 draw. We played really well considering that Melkbosstrand has put enormous effort into hockey since last year. With our summer programme starting next quarter we know that we will catch up before the start of next season.
Sport Awards - Urgent
Please email, external_sports_news@parklands.co.za, (if we don't have this information already) any WP/WC/SA non- college achievements together with your certificate or an official letter from your club and/or organisation as confirmation of your achievement. We need this information for our annual sport awards. The deadline for all submissions is today.
Looking Ahead
Next week Saturday (7 September) our U16 and U19 Rugby Boys will participate in the Tableview Sevens tournament held at Theo Marais Park. Matches start from 08:00 with the last match at 20:00
Important Dates
End of Winter - Saturday 24 August
Start of Summer - Monday 2 September
Astro Grand Opening - Tonight
After a few months of fine tuning we are ready to officially open our double Astro facility this evening and we would like to invite our Parklands family to celebrate this momentous occasion with us. Our boys and girls will compete against Edgemead High School. The highlight for all learners will be the guest appearance of Erin Christie, the South African Hockey Captain. Both our National Hockey teams have made South Africa proud with their performance at the Olympics. Erin will be joined by Kayla de Waal and team Manager, Lynn Abrahamse.
Derby Day Photos Courtesy of Mr Willem Strydom
Learner Achievements
Isabella Louw
Indoor Netball
Isabella competed this Season in the ladies League 6 at the Indoor Arena. Her team 'Golden Mustangs' won their final match on Monday night 35-24 and they proudly walked away with the GOLD medal! Well done on this incredible achievement Isabella.
Summer Weekly Programme
Sport Uniform
MUSIC
LIVE EISTEDDFOD @ Parklands College
We are excited to announce that the Cape Town Eisteddfod is taking place today in our Minor Hall. Please refer to the schedule by clicking this Cape Town Eisteddfod Programme.
Supporters Welcome: We encourage our performers to invite family and friends to enjoy their performance! A R20 entrance fee applies to all non-performers. If you leave the venue, an additional entrance fee will be required upon re-entry. Payments can be made via Snapscan or Credit Card (no cash).
Performing for Judges: You’ll perform in front of an external adjudicator. It’s normal to feel nervous, but remember that their feedback is meant to help you grow, not just to assess your performance.
Feedback: After all performances in a category, the adjudicator will provide feedback, which may be written or spoken, to help you understand your strengths and areas for improvement. This feedback will be shared with the audience, so everyone benefits from the learning experience.
Participating is a major accomplishment! Demonstrating courage, skill, and dedication—be proud of your journey.
We look forward to seeing you there and wish you all the best for your performances!
Want to learn an instrument? Let's Go!!!!!
Should you be interested in starting an instrument. Please complete this form: https://forms.gle/MMYD7bH2Ak2iVXgL7
EQUITY & DIVERSITY
SERVICE
Taya Pather managed to raise more than R10 000 for Cupcakes of Hope - an organisation that supports and raises awareness for children living with cancer. She recently became an ambassador for Cupcakes of Hope.
LEARNER SUPPORT
Mrs Scott (C block): sjscott@parklands.co.za
Mrs Kistan (Resource Centre): skistan@parklands.co.za
Psychometric Assessments - currently a waiting list available
The learner support department offers psychometric assessments at the school for subject choice and career counselling. This process includes an initial interview with the learner, aptitude, personality and interest assessments, as well as a feedback session with an assessment report that is a useful guidance tool for informed decision making and clarity in one’s career or subject choice process. The assessments are done at school and during school time.
Please contact Samantha Scott sjscott@parklands.co.za for more information or to make a booking. There are limited assessment slots each quarter so please enquire early to avoid disappointment. (Please note assessments are a billable service). The assessment slots for Quarter 3 and 4 are fully booked.
If you are interested please let us know and we will put you on the waiting list should an assessment slot become available.
TERTIARY STUDIES
STUDY ABROAD EXPO
I want to invite you and any interested students, parents and teachers to our free international Study Abroad Expo that is happening in Stellenbosch on 5 September 2024.
We are bringing out 15 of our international university partners from the UK, Canada, the USA and Australia who will be available to chat with any interested students and parents. This is also an opportunity for your students to meet our team of expert advisers who will be available for consultations on the day and can offer advice about studying in over 24 countries worldwide. We are happy to meet with students and parents at any stage of their journey from Gr 8 to Gr 12, so everyone is welcome.
CRIMSON EDUCATION
Join us for the webinar:
Former Admissions Officer Tour - Cape Town 2024
Friday 30 August 2024 17:00 - 19:00 (SAST/CAT)
Click HERE to register for the event
Parent Business Directory
Parklands College and Christopher Robin Pre-Primary parents who are in business are able to list their businesses in our Parent Business Directory – www.parklands.co.za/parent-business-directory/
LISTINGS ARE FREE and include contact information as well as the opportunity to include a business logo or advert. Listings are available 24/7 on the College website and will be updated each quarter.
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.
This week's feature business is...
CONCLUSION
Wishing everyone a peaceful weekend. Enjoy the good weather.
Kind regards
Sylvia Steyn
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