Sunday is Mother's Day and we hope all the mother figures in our children's lives have a special day. Some of our learners took the opportunity to draw pictures of all their favourite women in their lives. 

Parenting in the digital age presents unique challenges. Balancing your child’s need for online interaction with the responsibility of keeping them safe can feel overwhelming. Excluding your child from the digital world might seem isolating, yet providing them with unrestricted access to smart devices without guidance can pose serious risks.

It is vital to equip our children with the skills they need to navigate the digital world confidently, responsibly, and safely. 

About Klikd
Klikd was founded by clinical psychologist Pam Tudin and social media lawyer Sarah Hoffman, combining their expertise to offer an innovative approach to cyber safety and digital citizenship education.

In today’s world, knowing how to handle challenges such as cyberbullying, gaming addiction, inappropriate content, online predators,  managing one’s digital footprint and  Artificial Intelligence -  is no longer optional -it's essential. These aren’t skills that can be taught in a single school talk but require continuous conversations and guidance, reinforced at school and at home.

The Klikd Digital Citizenship Programme for Schools
Through our partnership with Klikd, you as parents can join a WhatsApp group and be armed with weekly, practical resources and strategies to support your child.

Klikd in your Pocket: Parent Update Whatsapp Group

Join KLIKD in Your Pocket - a weekly bite-sized update on what’s trending in a child’s online world.

This WhatsApp broadcast group delivers practical, no-fluff insights on topics like:

🎮 Managing devices during playdates and sleepovers

👀 Accidental pornography pop-ups

🎰 Live gambling features on Roblox (yes, really!)

Each week, you’ll also get 4–5 conversation starters to use at dinner, in the car, or while shopping for that “perfect” hoodie — helping you stay connected and informed.

🟢 No group chat, no noise — just super helpful info.

📸 Scan the QR code below or tap the link to join: 

https://chat.whatsapp.com/H6zTS0hHpaIIHF2G5PigPq?mode=gi_t

Fuzzy Facts from Reach for a Dream:

Did you know? Some studies have shown that wearing slippers can increase productivity! And that might not be their only benefit. Slippers can also make meetings feel shorter, improve the taste of broccoli, and make your boss up to 15% less bossy… right?

Da Vinci doodled in his slippers. Edison wore stokies when he came up with his brightest ideas.

We can’t prove these fuzzy facts. But we can promise that when you buy your R20 sticker and don your slippers or 'pantoffels' to show your support on Slipper Day, you really do help us make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses. We fulfil over six dreams a day, every day of the year.

Slipper Day empowers us to continue on this critical mission. 

 And that’s a fact!

Hello May: Junior Prep is Back in Action!

The long weekends are officially behind us, and we are diving headfirst into May! The energy on the fields this week has been nothing short of electric as our Junior Prep athletes returned to a full schedule of action-packed sports.

The Week That Was: Dramatic Debuts and Hard Work

Rugby: A Thriller for the U9s

History was made this week as our U9 Rugby team took to the field for their first-ever match! It was a game that had everything: skill, speed, and plenty of heart.

• The Result: A nail-biting 4-4 draw against Blouberg International.

• The Highlights: Xhanti was unstoppable, scoring an incredible quadruple (four tries!). It looked like we had the win in the bag, but Blouberg managed to score in the final moments of the game to tie it up. What a way to start the season!

Netball vs. Elkanah

Our netballers showed fantastic composure and skill against Elkanah, walking away with some excellent results.

• U9A: Won 9-0. A dominant display of shooting and defensive pressure. Feranmi (POTM)

• U9B: Drew 2-2. A very evenly matched and exciting game from start to finish. Christabel (POTM)

Hockey: Building Skills

Our hockey players continue to show great development on the Astro:

• U9 Boys: The boys engaged in a high-energy internal game, allowing coaches to see their progress in a match-like environment. The improvement in stick-handling is clear to see!

• U9 Girls: It was a tough outing for our girls, resulting in a 2-0 loss. Despite the score, the team defended bravely and never stopped chasing the ball.

• Player of the Match (POTM): Mini for her fantastic work rate and positioning.

Looking Ahead: A Massive Week of Sport

Now that the holidays are over, we are shifting into high gear. Next week is going to be massive, with all three of our major winter codes on full display:

• Hockey

• Rugby 

• Netball

Make sure those kits are clean and your spirits are high—we want to see the sidelines packed with supporters as our young stars continue to shine!

A Note on Perseverance

"It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up." To our U9 Rugby boys who fought until the final whistle, and our Hockey girls who played their hearts out despite the loss: We are so proud of you. Sports are about more than just winning; they are about learning how to keep going when the game is tough. Keep showing up, keep practising your drills, and keep supporting your teammates. The hard work you put in during the week is what makes those Saturday highlights possible!

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

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