On Monday, we hosted our quarterly Digital Citizenship Chats and took the opportunity to remind all our learners about being a Responsible Citizen when using their iPad.  We reminded everyone:

• Do not share any passcodes with friends.

• You must ask permission to take a photograph.

• Adult eyes must be watching when you are on your iPad.

• Whenever you feel unsafe, you must tell an adult you trust, so they can help you.

• All apps have an age restriction and it is important that we follow that.

We reminded everyone of the 'Billboard Test': If you would not put the photo or video on a BIG billboard, with your name and surname as well as your school's name, then it is a photo or video you should not have. This 'test' is often shared by Emma Sadleir, a leading digital law expert in South Africa. 

Emma is the founder of The Digital Law company and her Facebook and Instagram accounts are worth following, as she keeps South Africans up to date with all things digital law. She recently shared the following posters with some vital reminders. 

A joyful celebration of books was enjoyed by all as we experienced a variety of book events this week. 

Hooked On Books entertained their audiences with song, dance and vibrant excerpts from children’s books. The learners loved seeing some of their friends on stage as well and this was a memorable event that they will talk about for a long time. 

We are indebted to the staff of Bargain Books in Table Bay Mall who go to great lengths to acquire a wonderful selection of books from a wide price range to give our learners a great book shopping experience. The learners were amazed at the variety of books on display and spent happy times browsing and discussing their choices with their friends.  We also want to thank the parents who came to chat and supported our book sale. The school gets a percentage of the sales which translates into books for our libraries. 

The festivities culminated on World Book Day when our school buildings were invaded by colourful book characters and the stories came alive.  It was lovely to see some children go straight into role play and acting out their stories.

Junior Prep: A Week of Big Firsts!

What an incredible week of sport for our Junior Prep learners! There was history in the making on the turf, and the momentum on the courts is showing no signs of slowing down.

Netball: U9 vs. Milnerton

Our U9 Netball teams had a fantastic outing against Milnerton. These matches are all about learning the flow of the game, and we saw some great progress!

• U9A Team: * Result: 4-0 Loss.

  • Despite the scoreline, the girls played with high energy until the final whistle.

  • Player of the Match (POTM): Kayleigh for her tireless work rate.

• U9B Team: * Result: 1-0 Win!

  • A nail-biting, defensive game that saw our girls hold their nerve to secure the win.

  • Player of the Match (POTM): Uminam for her excellent positioning and focus.

Looking Ahead: The Long Weekend Schedule

As we head into a slightly shorter week due to the upcoming long weekend, please take note of the schedule changes for next week:

• Netball: Matches will proceed as scheduled.

• Hockey: There will be no hockey matches next week.

A Spark of Motivation: The Power of "Yet"

In sport, as in life, the greatest successes don't come to the fastest or the strongest, but to those who refuse to quit.

Keep Pushing:  If a skill feels too hard, remember that you just haven't mastered it yet. Every practice session, every sprint, and every missed goal is just another step towards getting it right. Stay motivated, keep showing up for your teammates, and work hard even when no one is watching. Your future self will thank you for the effort you put in today!

Enjoy the practice sessions, and let's keep that Junior Prep spirit soaring!

Go Teams!

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