Upstream TWC 2014 - The Wykeham Collegiate

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2014
The Wykeham Collegiate
Independent School For Girls, Pietermaritzburg
Educating women for the real world
CONTENTS
Senior School
Lady Principal’s Report................... 4
Heads’ Reports................................. 5
Spiritually Speaking........................ 7
Community Service......................... 8
Subject Reports.............................. 11
Drama............................................ 21
Music.............................................. 22
Choir.............................................. 23
Matric Art...................................... 24
Creative Writing............................ 25
Societies......................................... 32
Prizewinners.................................. 35
Grade Reports............................... 40
EDITOR’S NOTE
I hope the colourful and vibrant life of this wonderful school is reflected in the pages
of this latest edition of Upstream. I would like to thank the many pupils who have
submitted letters, poems and essays. Unfortunately, space dictates that only a limited
number can be included. It is with great sadness that Upstream says goodbye to Flick
Wright, who has played such a key role in the assembling of the Junior School section
of the magazine. For a short time she even co-edited Upstream. I thank her for her
enormous contribution over the years. Sincere thanks also to the many photographers,
whose unacknowledged pictures are such a vital part of this publication. In this regard,
particular thanks must go to Sue Tatham, Kerry Timmerman, Karin Braithwaite, Sharon
Bishop, Pam Esterhuysen, Debby Bird, Kerry Aldum, Rose Harries, Cathy Thomson,
Lyndal Robertson and Michelle Bennett. I acknowledge the valuable work done by
Fiona Hedderwick and Moira Lovell. Thanks also to D’René and Oliver of Blankpage
Design and Advertising for their excellent lay-out work. The school is most grateful to
the schools, businesses and parents who have generously sponsored pages.
ANTONY LOVELL
Sport.............................................. 54
Houses............................................ 60
Staff................................................ 62
Junior School
Headmistress’ Report....................66
Headmistress’ Farewell..................67
Educational Matters......................69
Community Service.......................72
Christian Club...............................73
Art & Creative Writing..................74
Drama............................................82
Environment..................................86
Grade Outings & Activities...........87
Staff..............................................106
Music............................................108
Special Events..............................110
Reading Matters..........................112
Sport............................................113
TWC Family................................116
TEACHING STAFF
Front Row: Moira Lovell, Debby Bird, Marilyn Pattenden, Aileen Metherell, Sue Tasker, Cathy Thomson,
Heather Fleming, Pam Esterhuysen, Helen Findlay.
2nd Row: Jane Howes, Bernadine Elmer-English, Di Bodley, Jeremiah Padayachee, Londi Makhanya,
Joan MacColl, Illy Alberts, Debra Moffatt, Claire Geber, Jenette Reitsma.
3rd Row: Frances Salisbury, Sheryl Watson, Andhisha Mohanlall, Lyndal Robertson, Morwenna Bosch,
Pam Marshall, Marie-Laure Johnson, Caroline Griffiths, Susan Taylor.
4th Row: Christa van Rooijen, Brenda Beckedahl, Christine Stiebel, Sarah Dottridge, Rowan Ainsworth,
Jane Dyer, Ronel Henderson, Dalene Briggs.
5th Row: Patrick Harty, Lisa-Claire Garden, Michelle Bennett, Jaco Goosen, Michelle Segal, Miriam du
Toit, Antony Lovell, Michael Nicholson.
Letters to the Editor
Wi No Fi for Day-girls?
Currently at The Wykeham Collegiate
access to Wi-Fi is available to boarders on
their private laptops, but it is not provided
to day-girls. At first glance, this may
appear reasonable, as only boarders are
at school during evening prep. However,
this completely disregards the day-girls,
who are at school for the majority of the
day, and, depending on extra-curricular
activities, some of the evening. During
this time, it is difficult to complete work
requiring the internet.
It is substantially easier to work and
research on one’s personal laptop versus
fighting for a spot against younger grades
in the early-closing computer rooms, and
saves the trouble of work having to be
transferred and potentially lost. As well
as this, laptops are portable and Wi-Fi can
Mentor System
I began at The Wykeham Collegiate this
year in Grade 8. I am so impressed with
the school’s mentor system that has been
put in place to make the transition into this
wonderful school easy.
I come from a very small farming
community in Zululand, so when I arrived
I found the experience quite daunting. I
spent my days trying to remember where
to be and how to get there! The two
weeks of no contact with home seemed
an insurmountable obstacle. Without my
wonderful mentor, who was kind, gentle
be accessed in many locations which is
extremely convenient.
Laptops are allowed in the last two years
of High School, and assist us scholars
in many ways. In my case, it facilitates
research for debating and history, as well
as general help for all subjects and is where
I create all my exam notes and summaries.
Access to the internet provides a plethora
of information to extend us students in our
studies.
Allowing day-girls to use the school WiFi may be an efficient tool in furthering
our studies and provides the chance to
comfortably complete work. It would be
extremely beneficial and not difficult to
implement.
Disconnected Day-girl (Grade 11)
and very patient, I do not think I could
have survived. She gave me valuable advice
and assured me I would feel happier soon.
The mentor system gives new girls a source
of comfort and reassurance in knowing
there is one person who you can go to at
any time. I do not think mentors fully
realise the important role they play in the
life of a new girl. They are actually a lifeline.
I wish to extend my thanks to all the great
mentors who have helped Grade 8s and I
hope that one day I can provide the same
for my mentee.
Julia Lawrie (Grade 8)
TWC and the
Freedom of Choice.
The one aspect of Wykeham life that I
would like to comment on is the incredible
freedom of choice we have. I feel as though
my world and opportunities have expanded
this year and I have had to make many
decisions in preparation for my future.
This has been daunting but exciting.
In the past three weeks, I have been able to
study in ten academic areas, one of which
is French. Felicitations TWC and merci!
Learning French has been a goal of mine
since I was in Grade 3. I chose French
from six possible language choices. I have
had the freedom to choose two musical
instruments from the many instrumental
options we have here. We have a chance
to play and sing in an amazing band and
choir. My friends and I were able to decide
on two or three different sports each from
a selection of nine. I have enjoyed hearing
about my friends’ choices. We participate
in activities such as canoe polo, water polo,
karate, soccer, swimming and squash. We
have made choices in drama and cultural
activities. In the library we get to choose
from around about 24000 books. (200
down and 23800 to go…)
The Wykeham Collegiate gives us the
freedom to choose and make our own
decisions. I am loving my new found
freedom to choose. The possibilities seem
endless.
Sarah Joy Quibell (Grade 8)
Lockers
Firstly I would like to let the school know
that I am very grateful for all that they
have done but there is always room for
improvement, which is why I am writing
this letter.
During the first few weeks of high school
I have gathered that the lockers provided
are not large enough to accommodate all
the students’ belongings. We are unable
to fit all of our possessions in the lockers;
therefore we have to put our extra things
on top of the lockers where there is only a
small amount of space. This is especially
concerning to those who do other activities,
not involving academics. Some people have
expensive equipment and have to leave this
on top of their lockers, unlocked and in a
place where it could be stolen very easily.
It would be most appreciated if the lockers
could be increased in size to accommodate
all of our belongings safely, especially for
those with more things. This would take
away the stress of having to worry about the
safety of our equipment while we are busy.
Yasha Nair (Grade 8)
Praise for our Music
Department
Piano, guitar, drums and saxophone. These
are just a few of the instruments available
for The Wykeham Collegiate (TWC) pupils
to learn how to play. With world-class
teachers, excellent facilities and such a
variety of instruments, the TWC music
department is exceptional.
The TWC wind ensemble and choir are
brilliant ways in which girls are taught
the meaning of teamwork and dedication.
The wind ensemble allows pupils to
experience what it is like to have to listen
and rely on those around you. The choir
succeeds in teaching us self-discipline and
perseverance. Both the choir and the wind
ensemble produce music that is way above
the level of music expected from a high
school.
The Day-girl Gate
It is such a pleasure to walk into the school
property in the morning through the daygirl gate. It is a shorter distance to walk into
the school, especially for girls who come to
school with heavy bags.
With the gate being used by many daygirls, it is disappointing that it opens only
at 7 am. The Band girls who arrive at school
at 6:30 am – 6:50 am for Band practice
would like to use this gate when carrying
TWC emphasises the importance of music
in our education. With affordable, private
music lessons, girls are given the chance
to learn and perfect musical instruments
of their choice. External examinations, on
both music theory and practicals, give us
high goals to work towards and achieve.
TWC also recognises the importance of
rewarding hard work and dedication.
I have been at TWC for eleven years. I am
in both the choir and the wind ensemble
and I play the piano. TWC has engraved
the importance of music in me and it
has opened my eyes to many different
experiences and opportunities. Thank
you TWC music department, you have
definitely given me a ‘Truly Wonderful
Childhood’!
Ashalia Naidoo(Grade 10)
their bags and instruments. Day-girls who
arrive at school before 7 am to finish last
bits of homework, tasks, pack their bags,
write down notes or catch up with friends
also experience this problem.
It would be greatly appreciated if the daygirl gate could be opened at approximately
6:30am for Band girls and day-girls. Seeing
that there are over 50 girls in Band alone it
will be used especially well on Wednesday
and Friday mornings every week.
Micaela Abreu (Grade 8)
Upstream 2014 - Senior
LADY PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
The Wykeham Collegiate has enjoyed a successful 2014 in all
aspects of school life and I commend and thank all the staff and
girls for their enthusiasm and commitment to the school.
Parenting and educating in the 21st century has certainly had to
change and has become more complicated and more difficult.
It is certainly more difficult to get into a course of choice at a
tertiary institution than it was in my day, and so it has become
a real challenge to balance the big picture of education – that of
developing the whole child, with the pupil and parent fear of not
getting good enough results to study their course of choice.
Our motto is ‘preparing women for the real world’. Academic
success, and indeed IQ, is by no means the only predictor of
success and fulfilment in life. Resilience, tenacity, self-confidence,
empathy, compassion, self-responsibility, integrity, the delaying
of immediate gratification and other non-cognitive skills and
attributes also need to be developed.
Hopefully as a school we have managed to balance building
academic excellence with developing the non-cognitive skills,
emotional intelligence and ethical values among the girls.
Upstream will give you a glimpse of what has been happening
at TWC this year. Thank you very much to Antony Lovell for
producing this wonderful magazine.
THE SCHOOL COUNCIL
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Heads’ Reports
HEAD OF SCHOOL
What a year! 2014 has proved, in my
opinion, to be a very successful year. In
the classroom, on stage and the sports
field, the Wykeham Collegiate really has
outdone itself.
This has been a very busy and exciting
year. When given the task of coming up
with a theme we decided that we should
‘leave a little sparkle’. In this we aimed to
HEAD DAY-GIRL
The Student Leadership Team of 2014 has
had a very busy year. This year saw change
in that a School Council was elected and
not a Prefect Body. This enabled every
Matric girl to have a role. I am so proud,
and lucky, to have had the opportunity of
being Head Day-Girl at TWC.
The Chairlady of Student Forum now falls
into the Head Day-Girl role. It has been
a privilege for me, and the other Student
Forum representatives, to be able to
represent our peers and work together with
Management to make TWC an even better
place.
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pass on some light and happiness to each
girl, hoping that the sparkle would spread
throughout the school. We aimed to
leave a legacy by bringing back some old
traditions, as well as starting new ones. I
am happy to say that we achieved this!
Winning the Alex Baths trophy again, the
Grade 12 Variety Show, the Inter-House
sports, the plays, Spirit Week and the
Heritage Day Soccer Tournament were
some of our highlights this year.
At TWC we are given so many fantastic
opportunities, whether it is performing
in a play, competing in sport events or
surviving Highover. It is essential to seize
these opportunities in order to make
the most of our time at TWC. I choose
to maximise every day and hope that I
inspired other girls to do the same.
TWC succeeds in creating well-rounded,
articulate and ambitious young women. I
believe that this is a real testament to the
dedication of our wonderful teachers, as
well as the hard work and commitment of
all the girls.
When I look back, it is not the meetings,
gate duties, day-girl board or the detentions
It has been an absolute privilege and
honour to lead TWC this year and I would
like to wish Jordan Magrobi and the
Matrics of 2015 the best of luck for next
year.
Our time spent at TWC will never be
forgotten. Always remember to Holla Holla
and, wherever you go, leave a little sparkle.
Cebile Khuzwayo
I remember, but rather the wonderful girls
and the relationships built. Every smile,
conversation and hug make all the hard
work worth it.
We thank the parents for supporting their
girls.
I am excited at the bright prospect of my
future but also sad that my life as a TWC
girl is over and that I must bid farewell to
so many beloved individuals.To the ‘Class
of 2015’, I wish you all the best.
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it
is the courage to continue that counts.
(Winston Churchill)
Sarah Dixon
Front Row: Mrs Aileen Metherell, Sarah Dixon, Miss Sue Tasker, Cebile Khuzwayo, Mrs Cathy Thomson, Renee Dijeng.
2nd Row: Sarah Harries, Emma Moor, Nanele Mlambo, Robyn Pearce, Nicole Grindlay.
3rd Row: Mueenah Kadodia, Nandi Khuzwayo, Nicola Deenik, Philippa Smart.
4th Row: Daniela Küsel, Sarah Lennon, Tshiamo Tshabalala, Jamie Waller.
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Heads’ Reports
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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING
I have had the privilege of experiencing The Wykeham Collegiate
as a school and as a home. The Boarding Establishment is a
home, though many may disagree. Yes, it is not our true home
but it does come close. Throughout my schooling career I have
been surrounded by people that I can heartily call my sisters. In
the beginning there was darkness as we felt alone and lost in an
environment where everyone was unfamiliar with one another.
There was uncertainty and fear as we were required to live with
girls that we were yet to know. In the beginning it may have seemed
nothing close to home but rather rooms with beds and a common
bathroom. Then there was light and so there came warmth and
a sense of belonging. When friendships are made you no longer
feel alone; in fact you can never be alone. This is why I believe
that Boarding can be called a home, because we live here daily
with people that we always see and grow to love and appreciate as in a home. And so as years pass and girls leave, The Wykeham
Collegiate remains a home. For where we love is home - home that
our feet may leave but not our hearts. – O. W. Holmes.
This year has been a year of change as we saw the introduction
of the school Council system rather than the old Prefect system.
This meant that we have developed a Chapel Committee as well
as a Fellowship Committee which handles SCA and Cell Groups.
The heads were gracious in dealing with the changes and have
been instrumental in forging new opportunities for the ministry
of Christ in the school to grow. At the end of the year it is sad to
see a group of girls who were dedicated in their different ministry
areas, some since Grade 8, leave. Daniela Küsel, Cebile Khuzwayo,
Renee Dijeng, Khophotso Khalema and Christy Harris have been
faithful members of their different teams over the years, have left
an indelible mark and must be
thanked for their commitment
and faithfulness.
This year we have kept ourselves entertained with talent shows,
fancy dinners, Sunday braais, club scenes in the theatre, bingo and
movie nights. The creativity never ceased to flow. Instead of just
sitting around in front of a television set, we found something to
do; something that our whole family could get involved in. There
is no such thing as boredom with so many options. The B.E. is our
amusement park, a jungle gym made of cupboards and partition
boards.
Renee Dijeng
As usual the ministry in this
school is as a result of a team
effort of committed staff in
both the Senior and the Junior
Schools, praying parents and
girls who want to see the Lord
move in a mighty way. It is with
Confirmation leaders with
hope, faith and excitement that Pastor
Garden:
Thokola
we look forward to 2015 as we Zungu, Catherine Barrett, and
Aimee Houghting.
hold on to Ephesians 3:14-21,
knowing that God can do immeasurably more than all we ask or
imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.
LISA-CLAIRE GARDEN
PASTOR
Cell Groups
Cell Groups has featured in the Clubs slot for two years now and
it continues to grow. Because the school year has been a busy
one, girls have found it difficult to find time to develop their faith.
However, Cell Groups provides a special time for girls to devote
themselves to developing their faith. As the Head of Cell Groups,
I encourage the girls to remember that YOU may be the only Bible
some people may read. The cell leaders have provided backing for
me throughout the year and I am very grateful to each one for her
support.
Christy Harris (Head of Cell Groups)
Chapel
This year we have had a dedicated team of girls in the Chapel team.
We have been able to increase the size of our team and this has
enabled us to have new ideas, greater input and a greater sense of
accountability for each other.
It was inspiring to watch the girls in and out of the team grow in
faith and confidence as the year progressed. Prayer times proved
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Spiritually Speaking
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Michelle Hammar with a young
girl living in Mahagu.
Lisa-Claire Garden, Hannah Edwards, Michelle Hammar,
Aimee Houghting and Pastor Garden joined Scottsville
Baptist Church on a mission trip to Mahagu (Eastern Cape)
in March.
most valuable as chapel and the school were prayed over and
blessed. It has been a privilege to have led this team and been a
part of this sphere of the school. However, it would not have been
possible without the help and support of Pastor.
Sarah Harries (Head of Chapel)
Confirmation
This year I had the privilege of leading 35 girls on their confirmation
journey. Confirmation is a time when girls come together as
a group to grow spiritually and learn more about God and the
Christian faith. The girls came to each session with enthusiasm
as well as a willingness to learn. The six months spent together
with the girls allowed them to understand God, to grow in their
relationship with Him and to question issues on faith in a healthy
and constructive manner and this was very encouraging to observe
as they were serious about God. The group was a joy to work with
and I pray that they will continue to grow in their relationship with
the Lord and strive to be Godly women.
Aimee Houghting (Head of Confirmation)
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Outreach
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Outreach
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SCA
Being a part of the leadership for our school’s SCA and Fellowship
this year has been a big privilege. At the end of last year, our
Committee decided on our vision for 2014 to be People, Passion
and Prayer. Having this as our vision meant that our three main
focusses for the year would be to prioritise the girls of TWC, to
create a comfortable atmosphere for everyone who comes to SCA,
and to pray more regularly. We wanted to focus on the people and
not the programme. We wanted to increase passion in our school,
and get the girls excited about coming to SCA, camps, rallies, chapel
and cell groups. Prayer is something that our SCA has focussed
a lot on this year, and as a committee we prayed together for our
school and its leadership, the girls and our country. This year the
SCA has grown and our exciting themes have been relevant to
girls. We looked at topics such as Christians in Society; the Media
and how we should be aware of some of the songs and movies we
are watching. We also have been involved in unities, rallies and
we had a wonderful weekend away for our annual SCA Camp. I
have been lucky to have had an amazing and supportive SCA and
Fellowship Committee to work with and the guidance and support
from Pastor have been great.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
College in painting the roof and outdoor jungle gym equipment.
Some Grade 12s adopted Sunnyside Park Home as their project.
Tea, coffee and sugar were collected over the year and delivered to
the Home. The Craft Club made chocolates, which were distributed
to the residents on Valentine’s Day. They also organised a drive to
collect biscuits and cakes for the annual Fête at the end of August.
A group of girls spent the afternoon baking biscuits for this event.
The Community Service Committee helped with the organisation
of the Variety Show which was a great success and more recently
they co-hosted a fun-filled Heritage Day Soccer Tournament at
Eagle Ridge. The WhizzKids and Street Children soccer teams
were the guests of honour.
This year has been a busy one led by the newly-appointed
Community Service Committee. The Committee assisted in
running the successful CANSA relay, which was attended by over
140 girls. The well-supported ‘safe candle project’ has helped to
brighten the lives of children in the burns units of Grey’s and
Northdale Hospitals. Each year the girls support the Cordwalles
Mudman event by helping with writing numbers, preparing food
and handing out medals at the end of the race.
The peer-tutoring programme continues to grow and this year
peer students were assisted on Friday afternoons. A group of girls
volunteered to spend a week in the Muden Valley, where they
tutored two Grade 12 classes at Nogidi High School.
A most enjoyable Sunday afternoon was spent at the Ndabezinhle
Crèche near Hilton, where we supported Lucas House from Hilton
Daniela Küsel (Head of Fellowship and SCA)
We hope that Community Service will continue to flourish at
TWC and we encourage more girls to take advantage of the various
opportunities to improve the lives of others.
TWC’s Rhino Ambassadors raised a sum of money
from the sale of rhino badges. On behalf of the school
Ms Sue Tasker hands over a cheque to Nicola Gerrard
of the Rhino Army.
Hilton College and TWC pupils with Crèche children.
Robyn Pearce (Head of Community Service)
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Willing helpers at Cordwalles’ Mudman.
Bianca-Leigh Jones, Jessica Junge, Sandi Mkhize,
Emma Hubble and Emma Last with a Nogidi
High Matric.
The biggest staged mountain bike race in the world held every
year between Underberg and Scottburgh on the KZN South Coast.
A total of 4500 riders took part this year starting on Tuesday and
ending on the beach on Saturday.
TWC were invited to assist with the distribution of juice and
medals at the finish of each day. A very excited group of 25 Grade
8s put their hands up and volunteered for the task. Nine worked
at Mackenzie Club (the end of the first day), six worked at Jolivet
Farm (the end of the second day and eleven girls were on the beach
at Scottburgh to welcome the riders across the finish line with
aQuelle juice and medals.
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Nogidi Grade 12s with some of their teachers.
Kelly MacDevette, Kate de Gruchy and
others at work on the Crèche roof.
Although the girls had enormous fun, the work was demanding
and often exhausting, especially for the girls working at Mackenzie
and Jolivet. It was at these two places that the first riders arrived at
about 10am and the slower ones were still arriving at 5.30pm. After
many hours of work and many bottles of aQuelle consumed, the
girls slept well each night.
A big thank you to Mrs Dwen and Mrs Champkins , who assisted at
Mackenzie Club and for Mr Ainsworth’s efforts at Jolivet.
LES WILLOWS
SPORTS DEPARTMENT
This page is generously sponsored by the Jenkins Family
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Outreach
WORLD CHALLENGE TRIP TO INDIA
This year, on 28 June, seven TWC pupils (Elizabeth Platt, Meghan
Hawken, Sarah Thornton, Katherine Barry, Michelle Hammar,
Laken Salzwedel and Morgan Rowland) embarked with Mrs
Bennett on a 16-day expedition that we will never forget. We
travelled to India with World Challenge, an organisation that
aims to equip teenagers with lifelong skills through travelling to a
foreign country and completing a hike and a residential project, as
well as having a relaxation period. We all leapt at this opportunity
when it was offered to us.
We had various fund-raising activities to cover our residential
project phase in Varkala. We had a photo competition which
was won by Mary Wheeler, in Grade 8. We ran the tuck shop at
the Variety Show, had a stall at Market Day, and sold popcorn at
school during the week. We are incredibly grateful to everyone
who supported us. The money was spent on a worthwhile cause.
We then began our long-awaited trip! En route to India, we stopped
in Singapore. We made use of our long stopover and went on a bus
tour of the city. We were all fascinated by the Garden City with its
interesting architecture and modern style. We then flew to Kochi
in Kerala and after a day of acclimatisation we began our hike.
Munnar is one of the greenest and lushest places we have ever
seen. The views were extraordinary and they seemed to be of
endless forests of tea, cardamom and coffee. Our hiking phase
was my personal favourite, as the scenery was so striking and the
hiking was, although exhausting in the heat, very enjoyable. On
our final day we reached our summit, and although the wind made
communication almost impossible, the view was remarkable. Our
guides were entertaining and knowledgeable, which added to our
experience, and we even befriended a dog which we nicknamed
Nanni, which means ‘Thank you’ in Malayalam, the official
language of Kerala. Our hike was an unforgettable experience, and
I definitely plan on going to Munnar again.
We then travelled to the coast, to Varkala, for our project phase.
Here we worked at a local school, specifically working in two
classrooms, painting walls, windows, doors and blackboards, as
well as varnishing furniture. Mrs Bennett and our English guide,
Richard, also worked tirelessly in the garden, planting trees and
smaller plants. The Indian children were bold in their interaction
with us, constantly asking us about our families. They sang Waka
Waka ceaselessly and were fascinated about everything we did and
the boys' sporting knowledge was embarrassingly better than ours
when it came to South African cricket. While we worked at the
school, we stayed in little bungalows. We loved this as we could see
the sea from our rooms and tasted the delicious local dishes which
we even learnt to cook. We also found a field of lotus flowers, which
were in full bloom and overwhelming. This phase was incredibly
rewarding and a favourite for many in our group.
We then began the final phase of our trip, R&R. We went on a
houseboat down the legendary Keralan backwaters and then
stayed in Fort Kochi, at a quaint bed-and-breakfast in the town.
We went on a tuk-tuk tour (our favourite form of transport while
we were in India) and learnt about the history of the country. We
then bade a sad farewell to India, and began our journey home.
We would like to thank Mrs Bennett for giving up her holiday
to take us to India, and to our guide Richard, who was highly
entertaining and played a vital role in the success of our trip. Our
journey in India, the lessons we learnt and the relationships we
formed are ones we will always remember.
Elizabeth Platt (Grade 11)
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Subject Reports
AFRIKAANS FIRST ADDITIONAL
LANGUAGE
It has once again been a full and fulfilling year in the Afrikaans
Department.
Our challenge for this year was to enhance the awareness of the
importance of this language as part of our multi-cultural school
ethos and of South Africa as a diverse country. An increasing
number of our pupils are going to the Universities of Pretoria,
Stellenbosch and Free State for their tertiary education and they
find knowledge of the Afrikaans culture, language and literature
very helpful.
In the past we have encouraged the reading of modern Afrikaans
books which also focus on the interests of teenage readers. This
year we have introduced modern poetry and the short story in
Afrikaans.
TWC
The film in Afrikaans has developed into a well-respected genre
and has established itself in the popular as well as artistic market.
This development in the Afrikaans film industry created a valuable
opportunity for bringing the reality of the language and culture
into the classroom.
Teaching an additional language which is also a compulsory subject
can be challenging. However, our pupils have an enthusiastic and
positive approach to this language and we believe that exposing
them to all the different genres is also developing their appreciation.
Jessica Winter is congratulated on being awarded the Afrikaans
FAL Prize at the Matric Prize-giving in September.
At the beginning of 2014 we welcomed Miss Illy Alberts to the
Afrikaans Department team. I thank her, as well as Mrs Ronel
Henderson, for their enormous commitment, enthusiasm and
expertise in the teaching of this subject.
CHRISTA VAN ROOIJEN
HEAD OF AFRIKAANS
Our Gr12-pupils had many interesting stories to tell about:
“Afrikaans: my storie.”
Afrikaans, my storie
Ek is in KwaZulu-Natal gebore en het hier groot geword, die
provinsie in Suid-Afrika waar die minste Afrikaans gepraat word.
Voor my tiende verjaarsdag het ek miskien nie meer as vyf sinne
Afrikaans buite die klaskamer gehoor nie. Afrikaans het vreemd
gevoel, dit was nie deel van my daaglikse lewe nie en dit het ook
nêrens in my lewe ingepas nie. Dit het altyd soos ‘n vreemde taal
gevoel wat deur ‘n ander kultuur en gemeenskap gepraat word.
gasvry is en jou met oop arms in hul huise sal verwelkom. Hulle het
‘n ryk kultuur wat Suid-Afrika nodig het.
Ek is gelukkig om in Suid-Afrika gebore te wees en hier groot te
word. Ek het ook die Afrikaanse mense en hul kultuur beter leer
ken en dit sal altyd vir my kosbaar bly.
Kerryn Cockbain (Graad 12)
Alles het verander toe ek en my broer saam met my pa Vryheid toe
gegaan het om my pa se besigheid te besoek. Dis ‘n klein dorpie in
Noord-KZN en die meeste van die mense is boere of het boerdery
verwante besighede. Ons het vinnig uitgevind dat almal in die
dorp Afrikaanssprekend was.
Dit was ‘n openbaring wat homself gedurende my kinderjare
herhaal het. Ons het baie van die Afrikaanse kultuur, tradisies
en manier van lewe geleer. Ons het geleer dat al die mans se
noemname “Oom” en die vrouens s’n “Tannie” was. Ons het geleer
dat dit moontlik is om almal in die dorp te herken aan die bakkie
wat hy bestuur. Ons het geleer dat die grootste sonde is om nie
jou buurman in die straat of winkel te groet nie. Ons het geleer
dat drie-uur die oggend die beste tyd is om koeie te melk. Ons het
geleer dit kan Springbok of 0/16-rugby wees - albei is heilig! Ons
het geleer dat die slaghuis nie hoender verkoop nie, al is dit tydens
‘n droogte. Ons het geleer dat ‘n mens beter kan sokkie as jy ‘n
dop in het. Ons het geleer dat die Afrikaanse mense vriendelik en
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MARKET DAY
BUSINESS STUDIES
Chelsea Brown and Kerry Bailey,
cooking entrepreneurs.
Tessa Foster, Amy Harris and Gemma
Lawson showing their products.
Sinister inmates of the Haunted
House are Lucy Bryant and
Heather Haldane.
Kelsey Becker and Terisha
Hariparsad go American.
Consumer Studies
Cape Town 2014 Tour
On our arrival in Cape Town, we made a brief pit stop at our hotel,
before travelling to our first activity – a tour of Ina Paarman’s
factory. Although the distributing of rather unattractive hair
nets and over-sized plastic dresses left us a bit apprehensive
about the forthcoming events, we were astounded by the largescale production of food that we later witnessed. We were given a
fascinating tour of the entire factory, and got to see first-hand how
products that we all use regularly at home are made.
Nomzamo Khanyile trying to make a sale.
Paige Reynolds and Olwethu Mfeka
await their next customer.
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Day Two began with a fairly short bus trip to Stellenbosch, with
our first activity being olive oil tasting at Tokara Olive Farm. After
an in-depth explanation on the producing of olive oil, we got to
do some tasting of the oil as well as the olives, and were then left
to look around their beautiful shop, restaurant, and garden. We
then departed for Hillcrest Berries, where we were surprised with
a ‘walk’ through the berry orchards. We also saw their production
line of bottled fruits, jams and berries, that is very labour-intensive
and where little machinery is used – it was great to see a jobcreating initiative such as this taking place. Our afternoon was
spent in the Paarl area at Fairview and Spice Route Wine Estates,
where we tasted exotic cheeses and chocolates, respectively.
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The incredible array of food, clothes, and goodies available at the
Old Biscuit Mill market, started our third day off with a bang (and
a full stomach). Several of us had the opportunity of meeting
Hayden - a contestant from Masterchef Australia – here, and this
encounter was a highlight for many. A visit to Cape Town would not
be complete without a stop at the famous Charly’s Bakery; and even
with already full stomachs; this did not deter us from indulging in
even more treats. Later that day, we were extremely fortunate to
have perfect weather during our trip up Table Mountain.
On the fourth day, before heading to Ratanga Junction, we briefly
stopped at The University of Cape Town, and at the Rhodes
Memorial. Thereafter we went to Canal Walk, and then took a
drive up to Melkbosstrand, where we were able to see Cape Town
and Table Mountain from a different side of the bay.
Our fifth and final day in Cape Town started early with a tour of
Silwood Cookery School. We were treated to homemade lemonade,
and fresh-out-the-oven cheese sticks and cupcakes, before leaving
the hub of Cape Town and heading for the airport. We left Cape
Town as a bonded, tight-knit group of friends – no longer just a
tour group of 26 girls. A huge thank you is owed to Mrs Fleming,
Mrs du Toit, and Mrs Beckedahl, not only for putting together an
incredible itinerary and organising our activities so seamlessly; but
also for putting up with all of us and all our nonsense.
Dayna Darby (Grade 12)
CONSUMER STUDIES
The first exciting event on the Consumer Studies calendar this year
was a culinary tour to Cape Town over half-term in February. Dayna
Darby has written about it from the girls’ perspective, and from
the teachers’ point of view it was very successful and a valuable
learning experience for the girls.
Back on home soil, other events were TWC Market Day where
the Grade 12 girls became food entrepreneurs, responsible for
the planning, production and sale of various edible products and
hopefully earning a tidy profit. Grade 11s learnt some new skills
in the cake decorating course with Nikki Palmer, who passed on
her wonderfully creative ideas. Grade 10 girls bravely tackled the
sewing machines and produced a variety of colourful lined beach
bags, of which they were justifiably proud.
Congratulations are in order for several Consumer Studies pupils.
Brittany Dorning (Grade 11) entered a national cooking competition
held by the International Hotel School. She was selected as one of
ten regional KZN finalists and went to do a live, televised, Master
Chef type cook-off on Saturday 6 September. Well done to Brittany
for coping so well with this rather daunting task. Two Grade 10
girls were prizewinners in a cake-making competition sponsored
by Foodpak in aid of the Sunflower Fund. Laken Salzwedel and
Salma Cassimjee won hampers from Foodpak for their winning
creations which were sold at the Chari-Tea fundraiser tea garden
at the Tribune Garden Show on 19 – 21 September. We are also
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very proud of Dayna Darby (Grade 12) who came 6th nationally
in the Consumer Studies Olympiad, an examination that was
set this year by the University of the Free State. Dayna received a
gold certificate and a prize from UFS for this achievement. All the
Grade 12 and most of the Grade 11 Consumer Studies girls wrote
this examination in July, and are congratulated on passing it and
receiving certificates.
HEATHER FLEMING
HEAD OF CONSUMER STUDIES
Triumphant smiles from Mary
Wheeler and Lizo Mbatha.
Asmaa Mota, Kelsey Moodley and Angelique
Gengan enjoying Consumer Studies.
The whole tour party in
front of Charly’s Bakery.
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Subject Reports
DRAMATIC ARTS
FRENCH
Another year has passed with creative energy bursting from the Drama
Centre. While the Grade 8s excelled in exploring physical expression
under Ms Bosch’s gentle guidance, the Grade 9s showed their character
in their creative explorations of the Hero’s Journey. The lively new
Grade 10 class have already shown spirit and character and faced serious
issues head on in their heart-felt modern allegorical plays in their Final
Examinations.
2014 has been another eventful year in the French Department.
The year’s highlights began with the much anticipated French
Breakfast at Hilton College which is always a great success. The
lower grades then received a cultural soupçon from near and far
without even having to leave the classroom! Grade 8s spoke realtime French to students from a school in Flers, Normandy, and
got a taste of delicious Mauritius when Monsieur Claude Harel
brought back le fameux vanilla tea from Bois chéri. Merci! Grade
9s got to taste Carambars, traditional Berlingots and biscuits
from the renowned biscuit makers La Mère Poulard when Lucile
Angoujard visited from Nantes. Race car engineer Adrien Favarel
from Auche charmed the ladies and even participated in a lesson
giving first-hand accounts of life in France.
The Grade 11s joined the Hilton College Dramatic Arts class for a physical
theatre workshop and braai. After a few minutes of activities inhibitions
were lost as they solved problems, formed shapes, lifted, caught, argued
and laughed together in the process of creating drama. In September
this class attended Jongosi as part of the Hilton Arts Festival. They were
treated to a variety of local productions that demonstrated a diversity
of styles and forms explored by different South African performers. The
House play directors were chosen from this Grade 11 group and as part of
their exploration on practical staging, they all contributed in some way
as actor, designer or stagehand.
The Grade 12 class of 2014 did themselves proud in their Final Practical.
They have always been a group who are prepared to explore and their
work showed a pleasing variety in genre and style. After watching
the complexity and sophistication of the Grade 12 Final Practical
performance, a father was heard to say that Drama should be compulsory
for all girls TWC. As I am privileged to witness the substantial growth
that the pupils demonstrate in the course of completing Dramatic Arts,
I am inclined to agree.
The second term saw TWC jump on board with French Week, an
event organised by the cultural tourism research development
project, French Presence in KZN : La Route du Prince Impérial, Louis
Napoleon started by Légion d’Honneur recipient, Glenn Flanagan.
At its 21st anniversary this year, Grade 8 French learners added
lustre to an annual lunchtime concert at the Tatham Art Gallery.
Continuing with French week, several Grade 9 learners had the
privilege of attending the official reception for Her Excellency,
Elisabeth Barbier, French Ambassador to South Africa.
Grade 8s had another cultural exchange opportunity in the third
term when they met students from St Paul’s Agricultural College
(LEGTA), Reunion Island.
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Several pupils write DELF (Diplome d’Etudes en Langue Française)
exams. These are internationally-recognuised qualifications
to certify competencies of non-French native speakers in the
French language. Zara Inglis in Grade 5 wrote and passed DELF
Primaire A1. The girls that wrote and passed DELF Junior A1 are
Violet Comrie, Michelle Hammer, Sesetu Holomisa, Kelebone
Sello, Nicole Kahari, Charné Glanz, Fern Inman-Bamber, Maduo
Dijeng, Talya Mason, Katlego Dingake and Ysabelle Hall. The girls
that wrote and passed DELF Junior A2 are Stéphanie Bridgeford,
Sibulelo Jolwana, Kelly MacDevette, Jordon Magrobi and Amanda
Peake. The girls that wrote and passed DELF Junior B1 are Margot
Inglis and Yasmin Rousset. This is a great accomplishment and we
are very proud of them. Bravo!
CAROLINE GRIFFITHS AND JENETTE REITSMA
(FRENCH DEPARTMENT)
French class 9A with the French ambassador.
JANE HOWES
HEAD OF DRAMATIC ARTS
ENGLISH
Pupils have been very successful in a number of endeavours during
the course of the year.
In March, thirty-one candidates wrote the English Olympiad
examination and Alex Neumann (Grade 11) was placed in the Top
Fifty in the country. As a result, she has been offered a year’s free
tuition at Rhodes University, should she wish to go there. Thirteen
candidates were awarded Silver Certificates; fourteen received
Bronze; and three were given Merits.
Poetry written by girls in Grades 10 – 12 and Short Stories written
by girls in Grade 12 were submitted to the Douglas Livingstone
Creative Writing Competition, a KwaZulu-Natal initiative. Emma
Farquharson (Grade 12) was awarded First Prize in the Grade 12
Poetry section; and Kerryn Cockbain was given a Merit award
for her Short Story. Ashleigh Reimers was placed second in the
Grade 10 Poetry section; Deantha Govender was placed third; and
both Fern Inman-Bamber and Jessica Dutton were given Highly
Commended awards. The pieces written by these pupils may be
read in the Creative Writing section of this publication.
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Grade 11 pupils were encouraged to enter the annual True Stories
of KwaZulu-Natal Competition, organised by The Witness. Twelve
girls were listed as semi-finalists and, of those, seven became
finalists. The stories written by these seven girls have been
published in the newspaper and have generated considerable
interest, not only in the school but in the wider community. The
finalists were: Kate de Gruchy, Brittany Dorning, Sesetu Holomisa,
Sibulelo Jolwana, Jordan Magrobi, Megan Manley and Thokola
Zungu. Subsequently, in December, at the awards ceremony
hosted by The Witness, Kate de Gruchy was declared the overall
winner of the schools’ category and received a prize of R 3000. We
are immensely proud of her achievement.
HISTORY
Alex Neumann, Ashraya Naidoo and Tashmira Bundiparsad laid a
wreath at the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony in the Garden
of Remembrance in Pietermaritzburg. Every year a wreath is laid
not only to honour the fallen in all wars, but also to remember the
Wykeham Collegiate Old Girls who sacrificed their lives for their
country.
We congratulate Jessica Winter on being awarded the English
prize and the Advanced English prize at the Grade 12 Prize-giving,
held in September. Jessica is an outstanding pupil.
I thank the members of the English Department for their
continued commitment to maintaining high standards in this
essential subject.
MOIRA LOVELL
HEAD OF ENGLISH
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LIFE SCIENCES
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VISUAL ART
Andile Gcaba and Sasha Robinson
enjoying their practical lesson.
Michaela Schoeman, Kaylee Livanos,
Nolwazi Mntungwa and Chloë Veness
engaged in a Life Science practical.
The year commenced with the annual Grade 12 Art Camp at
Roselands, which allowed the teachers concentrated, one-on-one
time with the pupils. As the Grade 12s work with an overarching
theme for the year and are each required to develop their own
distinctive style, this time ensured that all the art pupils were
settled on a refined direction for their art practical work. During
the camp, a variety of workshops were undertaken by the pupils
and presented by the teachers. These mostly focused on necessary
skills for Visual Art but included some fun workshops such as
Mugshot, during which each pupil created an illustration for
their Grade 12 Coffee Mug for use in the Coffee Corner, a muchanticipated Grade 12 privilege. The Camp was a success.
A selection of Grade 12 2013 art was exhibited at the Tatham Art
Gallery in the second term as part of the annual KZN Schools’
Exhibition. This exhibition gave the young artists who were
selected excellent exposure and was a credit to The Wykeham
Collegiate’s Art Department. However, the Tatham Art Gallery
informed the local schools that this annual exhibition would not
be hosted in 2015 owing to renovations at the Gallery. This was
a disappointment as The Wykeham Collegiate has traditionally
been central to this exhibition.
In the third term, a collection of Grade 12 2013 art was exhibited
in a combined TWC/MHS Exhibition, which was hosted by
Michaelhouse. This Exhibition anticipated the Grade 12 Final
Exhibition and enabled the art pupils to gain exposure to other
young artists’ work.
The annual Grade 12 Wykeham Collegiate Art Exhibition
Opening was the culmination of a year of sustained and rigorous
labour by the Grade 12 art pupils and a celebration of the Grade’s
accomplishments. The event was a well-attended and enjoyable
conclusion to the year’s work.
CLAIRE GEBER
HEAD OF VISUAL ARTS
ZULU
A close examination by Megan Smith
and Brittany Dorning.
Claire Jenkins and Ziyanda Mbodla.
MUSIC
The Music Department continued to be active and busy throughout
the year.
The Wind Ensemble and Choir both performed excellently and
reports on these two activities appear elsewhere in the magazine.
Our Eisteddfod which ran over five days is evidence of the health
of individual instrumental teaching at TWC. The adjudicators,
who came from as far afield as the University of Stellenbosch,
commented on the positive experience of coming to TWC.
Our pupils were again well represented at the external ABRSM and
Trinity College examinations and their results were very pleasing.
The Department is fortunate to have staff who are passionate
about their teaching and our pupils are certainly consistently
encouraged to develop positively and always to achieve to the best
of their capabilities.
PATRICK HARTY
HEAD OF MUSIC
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Emma Chapman.
Dressed up for the Zulu evening.
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Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations
Les Misérables
Millennium Funk
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Drama
Les Misérables
After the success of the film, Hilton College invited us to help them
stage Les Misérables. Auditions were held, pupils were cast and
rehearsals began.
It was a long road to produce what we did. With intense practices
3-5 times a week, Les Misérables became our sole focus. With
the help of Mr Goosen we quickly learnt the songs and on
arriving at Hilton, moves and characterisation were immediately
implemented. We were eager to give of our best and with the
help of the Hilton boys, who provided us with much laughter and
ensured the energy levels were maintained throughout rehearsals,
we all managed to get scenes arranged during practices.
Before long microphones were distributed, lighting was organised,
some interesting costumes and props were produced and we were
ready to perform. Our girls were phenomenal as they took to the
stage fulfilling various roles as beggars, workers, prostitutes and
mourning lovers.
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When the production was over many of us realised the immense
impact it had had on our lives. Not only were we part of the first
School Edition of Les Misérables to be staged in South Africa, but
we formed special friendships, learnt time management skills,
gained experience and made memories which, I am certain,
we will cherish for many years to come. We are truly grateful
to The Wykeham Collegiate and Hilton College music and
drama departments for this life-changing involvement in such a
remarkable musical.
TWC Cast
Stephanie Irons, Khopotso Khalema, Megan Manley, Deanna
Mangope, Zintle Mduzulwana, Emma Farquharson, Robyn Blessie,
Rosalind Elmer-English, Claire Jenkins, Catherine Mundell,
Ashleigh Richardson, Kate de Gruchy, Heather Haldane, Khwezi
Mchunu and Gianna Salamon.
Megan Manley (Grade 11)
Millennium Funk
Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations
Millennium Funk, or Funk as it has been dubbed, is the only dedicated
contemporary dance showcase for schools in Pietermaritzburg.
The annual programme elicits much excitement and anticipation
from schools in the area and is a platform for school-going dancers
to showcase dance and choreographic skills. In 2014, eight TWC
girls participated in Funk, representing one of the thirteen pieces
staged. The girls worked within a contemporary dance idiom
and adapted quickly to the technical demands of this style. The
choreography was built around broad ideas of interconnectivity,
the ‘one-ness’ of all life on earth, and the Gaia principle. These
ideas came together in the title of the piece. The understatement
of performance work which is process- and concept-orientated,
such as this piece, was a new avenue for this talented and dynamic
group of performers, who nevertheless acquitted themselves with
commitment and focus in rehearsals and performance. Probably
the most rewarding aspect of the entire performance process was
the fact that each girl was unique, whilst being part of a group
which exemplified the quality of loving kindness.
In the third term, the Grade 8s and 9s had the opportunity to
perform in a small school production called Ernie’s Incredible
Illucinations.The girls were very excited because it is not often that
the two lowest grades can get together and put on a production as
a group. The cast really enjoyed the rehearsals, and while it was
time-consuming, the end product was well worth it. On behalf of
all the cast I would like to thank Mr Harty for his commitment to
the show and his love of acting, which he demonstrated during
practices.The final product was very light-hearted and humorous,
and there were good reviews from the audiences. It taught me and
many others lots of new styles of acting in a fun yet professional
manner.
Gina Holdsworth (Grade 8)
MORWENNA BOSCH
(CHOREOGRAPHER)
House Plays
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Music
WIND ENSEMBLE
The Senior Wind Ensemble has had an exciting year. The first
term was a busy one as we prepared our repertoire of music for
the year - music from various genres, some rather challenging
pieces, which I think we’re all proud to say that we conquered!
The second term brought with it the annual and greatly enjoyed
Music over Maritzburg where we had our debut of the year’s
programme. In June we packed our bags and enjoyed a three-day
tour to Durban, where waking up to a view of the sea was a much
appreciated break from school! During our tour we performed
at four schools, including a special needs school. The latter was
by far our best performance and was the one we most enjoyed
playing. A highlight of the tour was the treat of being taken to the
Barnyard Theatre at Gateway where our night was filled with great
fun (which included singing and clapping along to the music for
some of us!)- a night made all the more exciting because of the
food! We also enjoyed an afternoon of free time where we were
allowed to wander the beachfront and relax a bit. In August we
participated in the Eisteddfod, where the adjudicator enjoyed the
music so much that she stayed to listen to a few more songs which
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we played for the rest of the school. We played three pieces for
the Eisteddfod and were awarded two A++ and an A+++. These
symbols are not on the mark schedule, but the adjudicator felt that
we deserved more than the average A+. We were all very excited
about this achievement and wish to thank Miss Theron for guiding
the Wind Ensemble through yet another successful year! As I
write, the Wind Ensemble is preparing festive Christmas music
and Christmas hymns for the annual Festival of Praise, at which
the Wind Ensemble plays an integral role.
Abigail McArthur (Head of Wind Ensemble)
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Choir
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CHOIR
2014 has been an exceptional year for the Choir. The annual Choir
Camp at the beginning of the year set the tone for what would be a
most exciting and successful year. The girls caught on quickly to the
songs and, before we knew it, we had completely breezed through
a total of 36 hours of mostly singing, laughter and mastering the
trampoline.
Besides the many concerts and events that the choir participated
in, there was only one thing on everyone’s mind: the ATKV Choir
Competition. Nerves gradually made way for excitement. The
weekend of the Competition arrived and off we went to Pretoria.
The day of the Competition was one of the best days we had had
as a Choir. We visited Freedom Park in Pretoria to learn about the
detrimental effects of our historical past, as well as the diversity
of our culture and heritage. This trip was a particular highlight
as one of the songs we sang was about freedom. As we stood on
sacred ground around a circle called Isivivane, singing our African
Celebration song, it dawned on us: we had come a long way as a
choir and as a family and we certainly had come to win. This we
did, winning the best African Piece category, the Best Choir in
our category overall and scoring 92% - Cum Laude - overall. A few
weeks after the Competition it was revealed that we had scored the
highest percentage in the Competition.
The enthusiasm of the girls, the support of the school, together
with the leadership of Nandi Khuzwayo (Head of Choir) and
Emma Farquharson (Vice-Head) contributed to the success of
the Choir this year. Mr Goosen has been a wonderful conductor,
teacher and mentor to all the girls. We thank him and Mr Harty for
the best year we have had in the Choir.
Nandi Khuzwayo (Head of Choir)
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Art & Creative Writing
Brittany was a Finalist in The Witness True
Stories of Kwazulu-Natal Competition.
GRADE 12 ART
A Short Life Well-lived
Chéron Randall
Cheron Randall
Morgan Nott
Mishka Dhoda
Jessica Koch
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It was the first funeral I had ever been to.
I stared at the writhing sea of black in
front of me through my swollen eyes. Tears
cutting down my cheeks, tissues flapping
around like plastic bags in the winter wind.
The minister stood to greet the solemn
crowd; his mouth moved tentatively but no
words came out. I did not want to hear the
truth that his words contained. My mouth
tasted of sharp iron. When the funeral had
finished and after all the polite but dull
routines were deceased, we drove away. The
days to follow were a never-ending cyclone
of home-made lasagnes, people asking
sensitive questions and arbitrary guests
wandering in and out. The last memory of
my father continually replayed in my head.
Swartberg Farmer dies tragically were
the words printed big and bold on the
front cover of the Kokstad Advertiser. I
remember the last day that I saw him before
the accident; he was healthy, he smiled and
chuckled with his hands comfortably fitted
into his black-stained trouser pocket, his
face alive, his corn-coloured hair ruffled
and unkempt, and his deep, comforting
voice assured us that we would soon be
together as a family. We elatedly set off to
the South Coast for the weekend.
Midnight of April 3 2002, I was awakened
by the shrill ringing of the telephone: a
restless clamour shredding the still night
air. It meant only a bad thing: one of life’s
dark truths. The panicking voice of a Zulu
worker shot through the phone. One could
hear the shiver in his voice as he tried to
speak. “Madam, you need to come home
quickly. Rodney has had a heart attack.’’
I saw the distress in my mother’s eyes as
we raced to Kokstad Hospital, where my
father was waiting to be flown to Durban.
Her arms were unsteady and her moist eyes
focused.
Jessica Koch
Mishka Dhoda
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We pulled into the emergency entrance
where men in white coats expected us.
We rushed through the revolving doors
that made a faintly derisive whistling
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sound when we pushed them. I remember
sitting anxiously on thin, plastic-padded
seats offering little comfort, digging into
my forearms, making me feel small and
upright to avoid touching those on either
side.
With clenched hands around steamy
mugs, we waited for the emergency
helicopter to arrive. I stared down at
my mother’s quivering hands. She was
twisting and knotting them as if doing so
would hold back the turmoil inside her. In
the emergency room, despair roamed the
room, expelled on the breath of worriers
like me and those doing their best to bite
down on the pain that had brought them
there.
never be the same again and that all these
people who were gathered at our house
were here for Dad. The air was chilly but I
didn’t want to go inside and be besieged by
vicars, relatives and weeping friends.
I still have the photograph snapped
by an automatic camera from outside
our glass bubble a few minutes before
we said out final goodbye to Dad.
I didn’t know that it was being taken. The
four of us, huddled together awkwardly,
looking at the wooden coffin covered in
his favourite flowers. Three small children,
with bewildered faces, crouched next to
Mum with their arms tightly around her.
Brittany Dorning (Grade 12)
He was different from the last time I had
seen him. His belly was now full of white
stickers and tangled cords that fitted into
his freckled nose and around his small,
defined ears. The lines of care and toil had
smoothed and virtually disappeared. His
eyelids gently closed covering his eyes that
were once like the mountain sky when rain
is pending. All the muscles in his face and
body were undisturbed. There was not a
twitch, not a spasm, barely any movement
of his chest rising and falling with each
intake of air, such was the depth of his
oblivion. A black wave of despair washed
over me. Every breath seemed almost
impossible for his dying heart; his eyes
never opened and his smile had faded.
On April 6 2002, his heart gave up. I
understood my mother’s distress. She
looked wrong without Dad at her elbow.
She looked like half a person. I was soaked
with the same resentment and heartache.
There was nothing I could do. Nothing!
As the last evening glow drained away, the
mountain darkened until its vast looming
shape seemed to heave above the haze of
city lights and its outline shared the lilac
sky. I knew my father was in a good place
and watching over us.
We arrived home to notice a crowd of
people at our house; my younger siblings
puzzled, carrying on as if our lives were still
the same as when we had last been home. I
wanted to say to them that our lives would
Linda Sithole (Grade 11)
Mirrored
A silver plate
Hanging on the wall.
A sharp eye,
unbiased.
A truthful image of her visible visage.
A replica.
No beauty or ugliness can elude its stare.
Yet, the inner bit,
shy and broken,
concealed from the glaring glass,
is buried beneath.
Invisible.
Komal Soni (Grade 12)
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The Arrival of the Bump
When I look back on this day…..
Well, the day has finally dawned, as I
knew it would, for the “bump” to arrive. I
have feelings of extreme nervousness one
minute, and then energetic excitement the
next. I am not sure why I am riding such a
roller-coaster of emotions. It is very unlike
me. You see, I am an extremely controlled
individual. I manage my emotions, my
actions and my time. I enjoy my life and
my routine and I know I own my space. I
think that “the bump” has the potential to
change all this and I am not particularly
comfortable with change.
The hype around “the bump,” has been
going on for far too long. It began with
my mother feeling ill most of the time and
then getting rather round in the area of her
hips and stomach. My mother is a small
woman and she looks “side-heavy” with a
huge, protruding belly. “The bump” lives
inside that belly, as close to my mother as
anyone could ever be. This unsettles me;
am I going to be replaced? Is it jealousy?
How can my mother really love us both
equally? Will she have enough time,
energy, attention and love to share?
Then there is the wound-up excitement of
my father. Apparently they have tried to
have another child for years and now finally
it is happening. Were they not happy with
just me? Did I not love them enough? My
father is like a boy on Christmas morning
waiting with excited anticipation to go
downstairs and unwrap the presents
that Father Christmas has left. We know
that Father Christmas is a figment of our
childish imaginations and I wonder if I
delve into the layers of my youthful brain
whether “the bump” might be a figment of
my imagination too.
I arrive at the hospital later in the day to
meet “the bump.” Actually, it now has a
name, Lucy Mae. Why could “the bump”
not have been a boy? I thought adults
planned these things. What am I supposed
to do with a girl? My I-pod is playing
comfort music in my ears as I feel out of
sorts. I need something familiar to keep
my emotions under control. My father is
mouthing something at me and I pretend
to ignore him. I cannot really hear anyway
as the beat of the music fills my being. I
catch sight of his contorted, angry face
and pull the earpiece from my ear. I get
a lecture about being kind to my mother,
washing my hands before I touch “the
bump” and making sure my I-pod is off!
the biggest blue eyes look into my soul. My
heart burns with emotion as I stare and
finally realise the importance of this day.
This is what sibling love is. I am proud
and happy to meet you, Lucy Mae, my little
sister. I will love and protect you forever.
Maybe, just maybe my parents did know
what they were doing after all!
Rachel Taylor (Grade 8)
I glance across at the small crib close to the
edge of the bed. My mother encourages me
to meet “the bump.” This is the moment
that I have been dreading for nine whole
months. I casually saunter across to the
pink bundle and there wrapped up in a
warm, pretty blanket is the most beautiful
face that I have ever seen. The round,
chubby cheeks, the small pursed lips and
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Jamie Waller (Grade 12)
Jamie Waller (Grade 12)
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Sibulelo was a Finalist in The Witness True
Stories of KwaZulu-Natal Competition.
Getting What I Asked For
It has always been near the bottom of my
slightly outré bucket list. I do not usually tell
people, dreading the inevitable horrified
lecture that follows, but secretly, I have
always wanted to be a part of a car accident.
The accident, of course, would not be fatal
enough for people to lose their lives or suffer
any serious injury, but just enough for me to
break a bone, and I would have a dramatic
story to recount. Well, when the gods wish
to punish us, they answer our prayers.
It was the end of the first term, and we were
to make the long, but highly-anticipated
journey from Pietermaritzburg to our
hometown of Mthatha and my friend,
Zintle, and I were eager to leave the school
buildings which had been our tormentors
and oppressors for so long. My aunt had
been sent to pick us up, and brought a
friend to keep her company on the journey.
We packed our luggage into the car and
negotiated sleeping space in the backseat.
Zintle and I did not wear our seatbelts, we
never did, and we contorted our bodies to
fit to our makeshift bed as the quiet rumble
of the car engine lulled us to sleep.
We enter the sterile room and my mother
looks like a different person; the rounded
stomach is gone and she has a serene glow
about her. She has returned to the woman
that she was “pre-bump.” The woman that
was my mother. She coaxes me towards
her open arms and engulfs me in a hug that
was my happy space for so long. I feel as
if I have grown up suddenly, that someone
else is watching.
I don’t understand the real significance of
the birth day, nor the perils of childbirth
that lie ahead for my mother. I am,
however, very in touch with the fact that
my parents’ attention is no longer on me.
For this reason, I yearn for my life “before
the bump.” I don’t feel particularly excited,
nor overwhelmed by what is ahead.
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Our awakening, unfortunately, was not so
peaceful. I felt the car veer dangerously from
side to side, but assumed my aunt had been
speeding and misjudged a few curves. I kept
my eyes tightly shut, even as I heard the
screaming of tyres and the frantic shrieking
out of prayers. There was a loud bang and
screeching before everything came to
an abrupt stop. There was a moment of
absolute silence as my groggy eyes opened
to the shattered window above me, still
unable to fully understand what exactly
they were seeing. My aunt opened the door
closest to me and shouted something at me.
I could not hear her, but I saw the panic in
her face and stepped out of the car. One of
my shoes had slipped off, and I stepped on
a shard of glass. I looked around me, and
suddenly I could hear screaming and crying,
and I understood what had happened. My
aunt and her friend were already standing
outside, my aunt leaning against the car as
she wept. I rushed to Zintle’s side of the car
to tell her to get out, but as I tried to pull
her door open it only moved a fraction,
hardly enough for Zintle to squeeze past. I
was about to tell Zintle to get out, when she
screamed at me to call her father and that
her foot was stuck.
There had been oil on the road, and as our
car skidded across it, it collided with a small
van, and Zintle’s door absorbed most of the
impact. Her foot was now stuck between
the mangled door and the seat.
Luckily, a man stopped his car to help us,
having been only a short distance away as
the accident happened. He had some tools
with him, and used these to free Zintle’s
foot after calling an ambulance. Zintle,
unfortunately, is a haemophobe, and the
sight of her newly freed foot bleeding
over the interior of the car only served
to aggravate her panic. My aunt and her
friend, despite not sustaining any serious
injuries, leaned against the car, incapable of
anything but tears. As the only person who
could speak without bursting into tears, I
was relegated to the role of secretary, and
spent the time until the ambulance arrived
answering and making phone calls. It was
absolutely nerve-wracking, but I was the
only person even slightly capable, and
so I assured our parents that the accident
was close to Umkomazi River, they should
pick us up from Christ the King Hospital,
an ambulance was on the way, and despite
all the weeping, only two people were hurt:
Zintle, who was now also experiencing
terrible back pain, and a passenger from the
other car. An ambulance finally arrived two
hours after we called, and during the hourdrive to the hospital, Zintle instructed me
as to which song should be played at her
funeral, and gave me messages to pass on to
her loved ones.
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This poem was Highly Commended in the
Douglas Livingstone Creative Writing
Competition (Grade 10)
A Poet’s Pond(ers)
‘Write about something you care about.’
Yet,
In me, a sea
Vast and Wavering,
What could I say?
‘Make it simple.’
Slender fingers, wandering
Across a map
Or a book in my lap
While my eyes are elsewhere.
Some things cannot be explained.
‘Reach deeper.’
How about
A love, unreturned,
Hearts fusing with music or
Feeling misunderstood.
A sad song of a teen.
Perhaps I could write
A sonnet of love,
Among the others,
While previous ponders,
Maybe mature for my time
Are best left for later.
My pen suspended over
Blank
Paper
Fern Inman-Bamber (Grade 10)
This, of course, was completely unnecessary,
and slightly melodramatic. The most
serious injury, and symbol of the accident
that damaged my father’s car beyond repair,
was a bandage around Zintle’s foot.
I am beginning to understand the horror
people felt when I said I wanted to be
in an accident ‘for the experience’. Our
accident was relatively small yet it terrified
me – I always wear seatbelts now – and as
for dramatic value, it is a mediocre story at
best.
Sibolelo Jolwana (Grade 11)
Mishka Dhoda (Grade 12)
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Deantha’s poem, Because she is a Cat,
was placed Joint 3rd in the Douglas
Livingstone
Creative
Writing
Competition. Below is an essay by her.
No access to the sweetshop. No access to
my grandmother. No access to my family
and me. My grandfather was Parkinson’s
prisoner.
Parkinson’s stole my
grandfather
Like dark poison, Parkinson’s oozed
through my grandfather’s blood, paralysing
his body and mind. Grandfather soon
became frail and brittle. He shuffled along
with his flimsy, skinny legs and his trousers
were loose and baggy on him. Tucked into
his soft, cushioned slippers were his wornout feet and his bony hand held firmly onto
his walking-stick. His once thick, muscular
arms were now a shadow of what they had
been, as they were deflated. Parkinson’s
drained the life out of my grandfather’s
once comforting and full face. His warm
smile faded and his eyes lost their glisten
and were dull. His cheek bones protruded
and the colour in his face seeped out.
Grandfather’s belly boep was broken into
and nothing remained.
The sixth age shifts into the lean and
slipper’d pantaloon
Parkinson’s, the thief of the mind and body,
is totally unpredictable and heartless.
I woke up to the powerful but pleasant
sound of my grandfather’s daily visit. I
ran up to him and leapt into his thick,
muscular arms. His familiar cigarette smell
drifted past as I hugged him tightly. We sat
and had our breakfast together while he
told me stories and sipped his tea casually.
He had the warmest smile and his loving
and excitable eyes glistened through his
spectacles. He sat so comfortably with his
sturdy legs stretched out in front of him.
His belly boep as full and bulbous as ever.
We said goodbye until the next day and he
drove up the driveway. When he reached
the top gate, he smashed into it. Nothing
serious happened. All that was damaged
was his bumper, luckily. But we had no idea
then that Parkinson’s had already crept up
to my grandfather and had taken his first
strike.
Grandfather visited Grandmother’s grave
every day with some fresh, fragrant and
beautiful flowers from the garden. I
would occasionally tag along. We would
sing along to songs and after we visited
Grandmother, we would buy some sweets
and gobble them down on the way home.
I stopped accompanying him after a while
as I saw that my passenger seat was already
taken by none other than Parkinson’s.
Grandfather’s daily visits were slowly and
painfully dwindling as was he. He became
clumsier as his driving was a hazard and
the random push by Parkinson’s caused my
grandfather to tumble and fall.
As Grandfather fell, so did his
independence. Parkinson’s deliberately
stole grandfather’s car and his ability to
drive because Parkinson’s knew that that
was the key to Grandfather’s freedom.
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Grandfather’s bubbly, humorous, talkative
and lively personality was gradually torn
apart and taken, and he soon became
reserved and lonesome. As if to mock my
grandfather, Parkinson’s then manipulated
his voice. It was muted, jittery and shrill,
as if Parkinson’s was pulling Grandfather’s
vocal cords.
For many people, the sixth age of man is
a time to be with one’s family, to enjoy
the peacefulness and to relax. In my
grandfather’s situation, the sixth age was
a time of prolonged pain and suffering.
Parkinson’s took him over and he was
pulled away from all the things he loved: his
car, his hobbies, his abilities and his family.
Parkinson’s took everything away from
him. Parkinson’s stole my grandfather.
Science
I hate you
Your complicated equation
Tangling the wires of my brain
All my connections are wrong
All my efforts are in vain
Why did I choose you?
There is no force of attraction
No unearthly bond,
Not even a fraction.
I thought I had you,
But you are gone
I’m only chasing you, like electrons in a
broken circuit,
My light bulb never goes on
I need help, someone to flick the switch.
I’m accelerating into a pit of confusion
Stuck in your spider web of tricks,
Everything I see is an illusion
I don’t have the energy
Or the desire.
We’re too different.
It’s time to stop trying to light a nonexistent fire
You will live on indefinitely,
But your legacy will not live through me.
We will both change,
I will see you again, maybe
I will move on and you will become a
memory
A symbol of the past.
I will have a new challenge, a new
direction
And I’ll be free at last.
Megan Manley (Grade 11)
Deantha Govender (Grade 10)
Gianna Salamon (Grade 8)
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Slave to Smoke
He is in control,
and I am lit by a single flame.
(I burn)
my purpose is His doing –
I am nothing but a possibility
Until He lets me become a reality.
He strikes a match;
A spark,
A flame.
He lets me burn with life.
He breathes me in,
a smile dances across His lips.
I am consumed by Him,
my all pressed against His palate.
I course through Him…
my fumes fill:
His palate;
His throat;
His lungs;
His all.
What is left of me is cautiously pushed
from His lips.
Not threatened, but fearless
He inhales once more,
Breathing in His past mistakes
Regrets.
He exhales,
Setting free His rage.
Translation
An age-furrowed African woman smiled at
me from her hospital bed.
Rheumy eyes crinkled with effort,
And she showed off her wide, toothless
mouth.
A flower-patterned blanket as pillow; a
shower cap covering grey-flecked hair.
Five male doctors surrounded the wrinkled
woman.
One of them gently probed her distended
belly with a strange instrument.
It produced a grainy grey image and they
all shuffled around a tiny monitor to stare.
The woman did not understand.
The practised physicians did comical
breathing exercises, persuading her to
copy them.
Her saggy brown breasts lolled in the open.
She was turned onto her side.
The woman did not understand.
Sticky jelly was wiped off the patient's
stomach.
Shared anxious looks and awkward
movements,
The men furtively whispering in a language
That Gogo could not understand.
A thin blue sheet was pulled over and
tucked in.
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Gogo continued to smile at me,
so peacefully, so contentedly.
And I could tell from her wise, deep eyes
that she did understand one thing:
She was going to die.
Philippa Smart (Grade 12)
This poem was published in English Alive.
Untitled
Sweet
Roses are red
My love for you
poetry
is nothing like grand compared to
my ability to
write create
flowing lines of
exotic
romantic seductive
sad heart-rending
over analysed
pieces specimens of poetry.
In short,
these short sentences
are harder to write
than read.
Jordan Magrobi (Grade 11)
Emma Last (Grade 12)
The Chameleon
At times I fail to see you,
But you are there.
I can feel your presence,
You see me, almost mock me
While I search for you.
When you want me to see you,
I do, but because you fear me,
I don’t.
Your colours like a mood swing,
Never certain when they might change.
Do not fear me, dear friend,
For I long to see your face.
Sinegugu Khuzwayo (Grade 10)
Chelsea Brown (Grade 12)
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This was the winning story in The
Witness True Stories of KwaZulu-Natal
Competition.
This poem was Highly Commended in the
Competition (Grade 10).
This poem was placed first in the
The Giraffe: a gentle giant
To the Curry Jar
What Others See As Beauty
She stops before the glimmering mirror,
falters and prepares.
Gangly and awkward,
Legs unfolding, leaning forward
she drinks.
I found you
Amongst
Jars and bottles and vases
In a box
There are some stories which are told often,
with ease. And there are other stories which
are far too painful to be remembered, told
or written. But at some point, the most
difficult stories need to be told. And this
is mine:
A slender skyscraper gallops,
sashaying.
A wet bud uncurls and blooms.
Winding, uncoiling, plucks a leaf.
Enchanting daughter of heights:
Embraced by the clouds,
Smooching the stars.
Towering sky-queen, ossicones her russet
crown.
Bronzed cloak, auburn jewels.
From protuberant knees to shadowy lashes,
a lofty leader,
willowy wanderer.
Jessica Dutton (Grade 10)
This poem was placed Joint 2nd in the
The Vulture
Tearing talons,
Razor beak
Murderously designed.
Naked head,
Tufted neck,
Hooded and hunched
With ragged ashen-cloak,
I liked you
Instantly
for your
peculiar shape
tapering off into a
perfect
cylindrical mouth
And paradoxically
for your
tea-coloured
mottled tag which labelled you
as
‘The Curry Jar’.
I liked your defiance
So I encouraged it by
filling your bulbous belly
with water
and to add further insult to
conformity
a bouquet of sticky blue flowers
interspersed
with stalks of lavender
I thank you for your defiance
little jar with an enormous
capacity to be filled with
things that your label suggests
you can’t
as you sit
smiling
amongst my books
Emma Farquharson (Grade 12)
An enemy war plane,
Circling,
And plummeting
Earthwards,
But,
The battle has already been won,
He is simply there
To clear the corpses.
Ashleigh Reimers (Grade 10)
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Linda Sithole (Grade 11)
Mary Wheeler (Grade 8) was the winner of
the photographic exhibition held to raise
funds for the World Challenge Trip to India.
I was an over-confident, under-exposed
thirteen-year old. My biggest problem was
which high school I would be attending
and whether or not I had practised my
clarinet enough. When my family decided
that we were going to Mooi River for halfterm, I was anything but enthusiastic. It
would be three days in a wood cabin with
my infuriating brother, my controlling
mother and my outrageous father. I had
selected four books from the school library
and was contemplating never leaving the
cabin.
The plan was to go tubing the next day.
My mother, who found the whole ‘tubing’
notion about as torturous as I did, agreed
to go cycling with me, rather than brave
the dejected ‘tube’ which my brother and
father had left for us. I would have much
rather stayed on the couch and read my
book. However, I was forced to accompany
my mother and so was in a dreadful mood.
I said goodbye to my father and brother,
who walked off with their tubes balancing
on their shoulders. Most memories
have a tendency to be embellished and
romanticised over time; this one was no
different. In my mind I remember stopping
my father and telling him that I loved
him as he walked off. This probably never
happened, but it feels much better than
the alternative, which was saying goodbye
for the last time to my father in a huff. And
so I have convinced myself to remember it
the much easier way.
The initially arduous bike ride put me in
a much better mood and we crossed the
bridge at the bottom of the river to the
other side of the bank. My mother, who
was being kind, let me take a break and
we looked across the river at the house we
were staying in. We watched my brother
floating down the river and in a moment of
confusion I exclaimed, ‘Mum, why is David
on two tubes? Where’s Dad?’ My mother, in
her usual panicked state, starting running
up the river bank to try to meet my brother
and ask him what had happened. I could
not hear their conversation. But my mother
looked nervous. In my head I immediately
thought that my father had died and I
came up with a number of scenarios. But
for each one I thought, ‘Goodness, Kate,
you are honestly being ridiculous’.
My mother was clearly disturbed by my
father’s absence and so we rode back to
the cabin at a speed I was definitely not
comfortable with. When we arrived, my
mother rushed in, willing my father to be
standing in the kitchen drinking a beer.
When he was not, my mother snapped.
She ordered my brother to walk up and
down the path and to try and find him.
She, despite the tiring cycle ride she had
enforced upon me, had enough energy
to set off on a sprint along the river bank.
And I was informed that I should just ‘stay
home and read in case Dad comes back’.
I thought this was definitely the better
deal but after about half an hour I realised
that I was in the worst moments of my
life. My father was missing and I was
just sitting there doing nothing. Many
scenarios flashed through my mind as to
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what could have happened. He had fallen
and smashed his head and had walked
in the wrong direction coming home. He
had broken his ankle and my mother was
trying to carry him home. In one desperate
moment I even convinced myself that he
was upstairs the entire time and had fallen
asleep on the bed.
But he was not. I checked.
Over the next hour, I began to seriously
worry. When my mother and brother
returned, they were clearly disturbed. We
walked to the nearest house to borrow a
phone. We called my sister and my aunt.
My aunt was to pick us up from ‘the Mooi
River garage’ and take us home. My mother
was far too shaken up to drive. I was
disorientated. My brother put his hood
over his head, put in his earphones and
covered up his sobs while we sat in the car
returning home missing one person we
should have had.
It was some days before my father’s body
was retrieved from the river.
The unaffected river continues flowing. The
‘beautiful river’ which to me, is anything
but, remains a reflection of beauty to all
others.
Kate de Gruchy (Grade 11)
Lauren Nalson (Grade 8)
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Societies
Debating
ENVIRONMENT CLUB/
COMMITTEE
2014 has been a very successful year for TWC debating. Our Grade
8 team, Keya Darson, Kelsey Moodley and Mary Wheeler, were
winners of the Grade 8 League, an event TWC last won in 2006.
Keya also received a Best Speaker award on the evening. Thashmia
Vather was placed 2nd in the Grade 8 league, based on speaker
points. The Senior TWC 1 team reached the semi-final round in
the PMB League. Jordan Magrobi, Sibulelo Jolwana and Mueenah
Kadodia were selected to represent Pietermaritzburg at the annual
Provincial Debating Tournament.
Despite a small number of girls in both the Environment
Committee and the Environment Club, 2014 was an exciting and
productive year.
In the first term the girls got involved in planning, preparing and
planting our school vegetable garden. Thanks to some generous
parents, wooden planting-crates and compost were donated and
this made it possible for us to plant a variety of seasonal vegetables.
The Clarendon monkeys proved to be a challenge and despite their
pulling out many carrots we were still able to harvest many of the
other vegetables. The girls soon learnt that gardening is hard work
as regular weeding and watering are required; nevertheless, they
readily got their hands dirty to ensure healthy vegetable growth.
This year the Juniors and Seniors competed in the Inter-House
Debating Competition, with the Junior Campbell team emerging
as winners and the Senior Campbell team taking the honours.
Sibulelo Jolwana received two best speakers in the Inter-House
Debates.
During the Second Term the Environment Committee took charge
of our annual Green Week. They encouraged the Senior School to
take part in various environmental and spirit-building activities,
including an Inter-House Enviro quiz and a rhino coin collection.
Just for fun, the girls were also encouraged to wear flowers in their
hair and make recycled accessories.
In August a team of girls entered the SAIIA Model United Nations
Debate and were the best team at the event. They represented
Nepal on the UN Environmental Programme, on the topic: Rhino
poaching. Sesetu Holomisa was the best speaker.
We had many strong teams this year and a successful season and I
wish the incoming Head of Debating, Sibulelo Jolwana, the ViceHead of Debating, Nicole Player, and the TWC debaters the best
of luck for 2015.
Catherine Barrett, Sesetu Holomisa and
Amanda Peake representing Nepal.
Mueenah Kadodia (Head of Debating)
Gospel Choir
The Gospel Choir started the year off
with a bang. Not only did the Choir
expand, but ideas for contributing to
our community were many, as this is
an area that the Choir thought it was
necessary to focus on. We started off
by having a tea-time concert in the
school quad where pupils could donate
money or stationery for the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in Southern Africa Machibisa Congregation under Rev
N.M Myaka. The following Sunday
we went to this church to sing a few
gospel songs. Thereafter, we focused on
a crèche for underprivileged children
in this community. This is where we
handed over all the donations we had
received from the school. The annual
College Gospel Choir Evening was also
a great success and we were pleased to
see staff and girls coming to support the
Choir. Our collaboration with College
at this concert was a huge highlight.
The commitment and dedication of the
Gospel Choir members and the strong
leadership of Ntombibuyile Mazibuko
and Nandi Khuzwayo, along with the
mentorship of Mrs Makhanya, made
this year a special one for the Choir. We
wish the new leaders of 2014/2015 (Zintle
Mduzulwana and Ziyanda Mbodla) even
more success in the coming year.
Ntombibuyile Mazibuko and Nandi
Khuzwayo (Head and Vice-Head of
Gospel Choir)
Societies
Chess
During the Third Term Mr Frans du Toit presented a very passionate
and frighteningly truthful talk on fracking to the Senior School.
The girls were empowered with knowledge about fracking, its
negative effects on the environment and how they can get involved
to oppose fracking in South Africa. The girls were encouraged
to educate themselves in order to make informed decisions on
sustainable energy and fracking as a means to obtain natural gas.
The Wykeham Collegiate also joined Rhino Army ‘Ranks’ and
have many Rhino Army ambassadors who will be planning
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and organising rhino fund-raising projects in 2015. The Rhino
ambassadors presented an informative chapel service on World
Rhino Day, 22 September 2014, and managed to raise, with the
support of the Senior School, over R 5000 for the Rhino Army
initiative.
Towards the end of the Third Term we got back into the garden.
Spring is, after all, a season for planting! The girls made tripods
using bamboo and string, and planted broad beans. This was
a learning experience, as although many beans sprouted and
climbed-up the tripods successfully, they were attacked by pests.
Despite the disappointment, this afforded the girls an opportunity
to learn how to make a ‘homemade’ pesticide which could be
sprayed onto the plants. We learnt about companion-planting and
planted corn and tomatoes alongside the beans.
We are proud of the girls’ achievements this year and thank our
Environmental Head, Jamie Waller, for all her hard work . Although
2014 has been memorable and fun, the Christmas holidays will be
an ideal time for weeds to grow, and so the Environment Club can
look forward to a busy start to 2015.
MICHELLE BENNETT
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE AND CLUB TEACHER
Kristine Davies, Skye Matula, Sarah te Riele,
Sarah Thornton and Alice Finlay, members
of the Environmental Club, planting seeds.
2014 has been a resounding success.
Chess was held every Tuesday and
Thursday. The girls have shown great
improvement and made every effort to
improve their skill. TWC hosted the first
Chess evening with Michaelhouse this
year, putting into practice what they had
learnt in class. The evening was a great
success and resulted in Chess gaining
popularity as the year progressed. Our
aim for the year was to arouse an interest
in the Club and I feel that to a great extent
this was achieved. I hope the enthusiasm
and the competitions will continue in
the future.
Sandisiwe Mkhize (Head of Chess)
Happy environmentalists.
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Zenith
Walking into Zenith at the beginning of the year shocked us as we
saw the classroom bursting with countless new, eager faces. As a
result of the explosion of so many new members, we moved to a
larger venue - an exciting and rather impressive start.
Zenith 2014 began with a bang as all the girls were enthusiastic
and eager to learn the art of public speaking. Throughout the year,
we heard many different guest speakers. Each one was unique and
offered us a variety of helpful tips on delivering different types of
speeches. The girls were given many tasks to complete: one was
to make bridges out of straws. We wanted to use marshmallows
along with the straws, but arrived at the conclusion that instead of
having a bridge we would just have empty marshmallow packets
instead. The girls also had to deliver a persuasive speech on any
topic that they felt passionate about. There were a variety of topics
along with strong and sometimes humorous opinions. All the girls
also completed the Power of Communications course.
Nicole Player, Megan Smith and Catherine Barrett participated
in the first Speak! Competition hosted by Clifton College. The
girls fared well, with Nicole Player being ranked 7th (out of
approximately 50 competitors) for her impromptu speech.
This year has been a rewarding one for all the girls in Zenith. They
have grown immensely in confidence and have developed their
speech-making skills. The ‘Dynamic Duo’ (along with our fellow
Zenithers) would like to thank Mrs Elmer-English for all that she
has done for the Club and the girls.
Societies
Philippa Smart (Head of Communications Committee)
What we say is important…for in most cases the mouth speaks
what the heart is full of. (Jim Beggs)
Komal Soni and Nanele Mlambo (Zenith Club Heads)
Compufun Club
The Compufun Club has made and donated educational posters
for Ithemba Projects Asidlale programme. Ithemba projects are
running an early education programme in eleven crèches in the
Sweetwaters area. The Compufun Club, an extra-curricular activity
at the school, is run by Mrs Jane Dyer. The Ithemba team led by
Mrs Sam Walker were delighted with the posters.
Culture and Public
Relations
Our Cultural and Public Relations Committees have had
a busy year. Among other things, they spearheaded the
organisation and running of the annual Matric Variety
Show, which showcased glee singers, Funk dancers, Seniors
modelling in their ball gowns, as well as outside performers.
While faced with many stressful obstacles and time
pressures, we managed to organise a popular and memorable
event for our school.
In the third term, together with the Community Service,
Sport, and Communications Committees, we hosted a
Heritage Day Soccer Tournament that was well attended.
Both events were held to raise funds for local underprivileged
charities.
Cailin Harries and Charné Glanz on behalf of the Compufun
Club hand over posters to Asidlale field workers.
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Nandi Khuzwayo (Head of Culture) and Mueenah
Kadodia (Head of Public Relations)
TWC
GRADE 12 PRIZEWINNERS
Communications
Committee
The Communications Committee is a new committee that
came about in conjunction with TWC’s new inclusive Matric
leadership programme. In 2014 the Committee comprised
myself and six other girls, and our aim has been to provide
a forum which keeps TWC girls up to date with school
events and current local and international affairs. The year
started with a feeling of trepidation as we embarked on
unexplored territory. After a few weeks of brainstorming,
the Committee established a vibrant, informative and
interesting board which included sections such as current
affairs, sport, celebrity news, photos of the week and a Week
Ahead, which informed girls about upcoming school events.
In Term Two we ran an E-Waste collection and recycling
project, and started discussing getting involved in creating
and maintaining a TWC Facebook page. Term Three proved
just as busy, as we started an Interview of the Week section
on our board: each week we interviewed a girl who had
achieved highly in some activity. Overall, it has been a
challenging but productive year, and the Committee can be
proud of their contribution to the school. I wish the new
2015 Communications Committee luck and encourage them
to get involved in improving communication throughout
the school.
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Prizewinners
Kneeling, L to R: Cebile Khuzwayo, Nicola Deenik, Sarah Dixon.
Front Row Standing: Emma Moor, Jessica Winter, Erin Hodgson, Melissa Driemeyer, Robyn Pearce, Nanele Mlambo.
Second Row Standing: Emma Hubble, Sandisiwe Mkhize, Daniela Küsel, Philippa Smart, Jamie Waller, Deanna Mangope, Kerry Bailey.
Back Row: Nandi Khuzwayo, Tshiamo Tshabalala, Abigail McArthur, Bianca-Leigh Jones, Kelsey Becker, Louise Copland, Dayna Darby, Bronwen van Tonder.
GRADE 8 MERIT CERTIFICATES
Emma Anderson
Jodie Conolly
Andrea Hoppé
Margot Inglis
Rebecca Irons
Samantha Latouf
Julia Lawrie
Sarah Macleod
Yasha Nair
Dominique Neumann
Tamryn Nicol
Nooreen Nuruddin
Sarah Joy Quibell
Gianna Salamon
Ellen Shute
Rachel Taylor
Georgia Timson
Kayla van der Westhuizen
Mary Wheeler
Lucy Bryant
Rebecca Farquharson
Deantha Govender
Heather-Lynn Haldane
Marianne Harvey
Kayleigh Hughes
Andile Madlala
Hannah Moor
Zaheera Mota
Prajna Naiker
Ashley Slater
Georgia Baytopp
Katherine Brodie
Hannah Chapman
Husnaa Desai
Chelsea-Belle Gevers
Grace Grant
Caragh Groeneveld
Lucy Hellens
Jessica Hirschowitz
Isabelle Joubert
Jodie Koenig
Megan Laithwaite
Brittany Spanier-Marson
Kayla Westerdyk
Tessa Winter
GRADE 10 HALF-COLOURS
Elizabeth Burchmore
Naomi Conolly
Jessica Dutton
Luyanda Gumede
Cailin Harries
Kirsten Moody
Ashalia Naidoo
Ashleigh Reimers
Cassidy Robertson
Tashiana Roshan
GRADE 10 FULL COLOURS
Shana-Lee Bownes
Charné Glanz
Moyo Lawal-Solarin
Nadine Maartens
Morgan Rowland
Meaghan van der Velden
Computer Applications Technology
Cherise Markgraaff
Consumer Studies
Meaghan van der Velden
Dramatic Arts
Heather-Lynn Haldane
English
Charné Glanz
French
Charné Glanz
Geography
Shana-Lee Bownes
History
Charné Glanz
IsiZulu
Jabulile Zuma
Life Orientation
Nadine Maartens
Life Sciences
Morgan Rowland
Advanced Programme Mathematics
Cassidy Robertson
Mathematics
Moyo Lawal-Solarin
Mathematical Literacy
Fern Inman-Bamber
GRADE 10 SUBJECT PRIZES
Music
Morgan Rowland
Accounting
Luyanda Gumede
Physical Sciences
Moyo Lawal-Solarin and Cassidy Robertson
Afrikaans
Nadine Maartens
Sport and Exercise Science
Hannah Moor
Business Studies
Aaliyah Edris
Visual Arts
Beth Conolly
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Prizewinners
GRADE 11
MERIT
Business Studies
Sibulelo Jolwana
Brittany Dorning
Robyn Blessie
Emma Chapman
Violet Comrie
Sinethemba Dlamini
Holly Edmonds
Hannah Edwards
Talia Goga
Lisha-Mikara Govender
Sesethu Holomisa
Samantha Lategan
Linda Sithole
Sarah te Riele
Sarah Thornton
Chloë Veness
Samantha Wessels
Thokola Zungu
Tarah Wright
Music
Kate de Gruchy
Consumer Studies
Nina Holzbach
Physical Sciences
Nicole Player
Dramatic Arts
Megan Manley
Sport and Exercise Science
Bailey le Roux
English
Sibulelo Jolwana
Visual Arts
Sarah te Riele
GRADE 11 HALF-COLOURS
Megan Attwood
Minenhle Chiliza
Brittany Dorning
Meghan Hawken
Bailey le Roux
Neo Lerata
Megan Manley
Joanna Michowicz
Santhuri Padayachee
Amanda Peake
Anna Tchalov
GRADE 11 FULL COLOURS
Nicola Brill
Kate de Gruchy
Caylin de Wet
Alice Finlay
Claire Jenkins
Jordan Magrobi
Alexandra Neumann
Ashley Richardson
Megan Smith
Advanced Programme English
Alexandra Neumann
French
Kelly MacDevette
SPECIAL PRIZES
GRADE 9
The Old Girls' Award for Commitment
Jodie Koenig
Geography
Caitlin Militz
German
Kristine Davies
The Adèe Varney Award for Selflessness
Chelsea-Belle Gevers
History
Elizabeth Platt
The Shirley Cronholm All-Round
Sportswoman – shared
Jessica Hirschowitz and Samantha Yeats
isiZulu
Sinethemba Dlamini
GRADE 10
Life Orientation
Nicole Player
Parents' Association Rose Bowl for
Service to School
Morgan Rowland
Life Sciences
Nicole Player
Nicole Player
Mathematics
Nina Holzbach, Elizabeth Platt and Nicole
Player
Prizewinners
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GRADE 11
Nicola Deenik
Enrolment Awards for girls who have
Bianca-Leigh Jones
been at The Wykeham Collegiate since
Nandi Khuzwayo
Grade R
Cebile Khuzwayo
Kerry Bailey
Emma Last
Sarah Harries
Sibulelo Manamatela
The Morelle Phipson Endeavour
Rebecca Bristow
Cheyenne Mason
Trophy
Emma Last
Ntombibuyile Mazibuko
Holly Edmonds
Beth de Carle
Abigail McArthur
Olwethu Mathonsi
Nombulelo Mkhize
Raciborska Trophy for Commitment
Mishka DhodaNicole Murunga
to Community in both the school and
Refilwe Moyo
Chéron Randall
towards an outreach project
Sarah DixonKristina Sickmüller
Amanda Peake
Morgan Nott
Ashley Smith
Jamie Waller
Emma Farquharson
FIRST IN GRADE
Komal Soni
GRADE 8: Kayla van der Westhuizen
Monique Grenfell
Half-Colours 75% - 79,9%
GRADE 9: Grace Grant
Jamie Waller
GRADE 10: Morgan Rowland
Louise Copland
GRADE 11: Sibulelo Jolwana
Dayna Darby
been at The Wykeham Collegiate
Sarah Dixon
since Grade 1
GRADE 12 PRIZEWINNERS
Emma Farquharson
Kelsey Becker
ENROLMENT AWARDS
Erin Hodgson
Nombulelo Mkhize
Mueenah Kadodia
Dayna DarbyDaniela Küsel
been at The Wykeham Collegiate
Allison Muller
Jessica Junge
since Grade RR
Abigail McArthur
Sandisiwe
Mkhize
Kerryn Cockbain
Nanele Mlambo
Erin Hodgson
ACADEMIC CERTIFICATES
Nomsa Mokoena
Melissa DriemeyerMerit Certificates 70% and above
Emma Moor
Jessica Koch
Kerry Bailey
Komal Soni
Chelsea Brown
Kerryn Cockbain
UKZN Trophy for Outstanding Grade 11
Science and Mathematics Learner
Nicole Player
2007 Grade 12 Trophy for Enthusiasm,
Involvement and Encouragement
Beth Conolly
GRADE 11 HONOURS
Kristine Davies
Nina Holzbach
Sibulelo Jolwana
Kelly MacDevette
Caitlin Militz
Elizabeth Platt
Nicole Player
GRADE 11 SUBJECT PRIZES
Accounting
Nicole Player
Afrikaans
Sibulelo Jolwana
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A hug for Head of School, Cebile Khuzwayo, from Guest of
Honour, Ms Kheti Ntshangase.
Runner-up to the Dux, Melissa Driemeyer, Ms Kheti
Ntshangase, Ms Sue Tasker and Dux, Jessica Winter.
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Full Colours 80% - 84,9%
Anna Brooks
Emma Hubble
Monique Grenfell
Maria Maggioni
Nicole Grindlay
Tshiamo Tshabalala
Geography Prize
Bronwen van Tonder
Clifton-Parks Trophy for
Sportswoman of the Year
Nicola Deenik and
Sarah Dixon
Most Outstanding Geographer
Bronwen van Tonder
Monica Gorny Trophy distinguished Sportswoman
Nicola Deenik
German
Daniela Küsel
History
Philippa Smart
Afrikaans
Jessica Winter
Business Studies
Erin Hodgson
Kelsey Becker
Consumer Studies
Dayna Darby
Dramatic Arts: Subject Prize
Tshiamo Tshabalala
Dramatic Arts: Practical Award
Nandi Khuzwayo
English Home Language
Jessica Winter
Advanced Programme English
Jessica Winter
French
Jessica Winter
Senior
most
The Wykeham School Commemorative
Trophy for Contribution to Music
Deanna Mangope
Life Sciences
Jessica Winter
Accounting
Melissa Driemeyer
Bowman-Edgar Trophy for Motivation,
Enthusiasm and Determination
Nanele Mlambo
Mathematics
Melissa Driemeyer
Rose Ella Waring Trust Trophy
Cebile Khuzwayo
Melissa Driemeyer
Louise Copland
David Brown Trophy
Sandisiwe Mkhize and
Emma Hubble
Music
Emma Moor
Rotary Book Prize
Bianca-Leigh Jones
Physical Sciences
Jessica Winter
WESSA Award
Emma Hubble
Visual Arts: Subject Prize
Jamie Waller
Lauren and Kim Cousins Versatility
Award
Nicola Deenik and
Sarah Dixon
Visual Arts: Practical Award
Jamie Waller
The Morton Trophy for Good Fellowship
Robyn Pearce
Runner-up to Dux Award
Melissa Driemeyer
SPECIAL AWARDS
Edwards and
Sportsmanship
Kerry Bailey
Waite
Trophy
for
The Rutherfoord Rose Bowl for Dux
Jessica Winter
Grade 11 Prizewinners: Bailey le Roux, Nicole Player, Sibulelo Jolwana, Megan Manley, Caitlin Militz, Kelly MacDevette, Nina Holzbach, Kristine
Davies, Brittany Dorning, Amanda Peake, Alex Neumann, Sarah te Riele.
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TWC
The Deysel-Theron Trophy for Excellent
Practical Musicianship
Abigail McArthur
Honours 85% and above
Melissa DriemeyerisiZulu
Bronwen van Tonder
Tshiamo Tshabalala
Kerin Lowry
Life Orientation
Jessica Winter
Philippa Smart
Philippa Smart
SUBJECT AWARDS
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Grade 12 Moments
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Front Row: Gianna Salamon, Mrs Michelle Bennett, Ysabelle Hall, Mrs Debby Bird, Micaela Abreu, Ms Sue Tasker, Refilwe Dingake, Mrs Levern Green, Nooreen Nuruddin, Ms Jenette Reitsma, Samantha Latouf.
2nd Row: Nonsindiso Ncalane, Shanna-Leigh Rowe-Needham, Yasha Nair, Margot Inglis, Dominique Neumann, Keya Darson, Thashmia Vather, Caitlyn de Valence, Sophie Harel, Michaela Claassen.
3rd Row: Amy-Lee Fourie, Asmaa Mota, Angelique Gengan, Latoya Gama, Tamryn Nicol, Mary Wheeler, Sharon Polinati, Samihah Moosa, Summa-Lea Thomas, Keighly van Wyk, Georgia Timson.
4th Row: Megan Christophers, Kate Jarvie, Julia Lawrie, Charlotte Allan, Emma Lloyd, Lizo Mbatha, Courtney Gibson, Grainne Lalor, Rachel Taylor, Hannah Briggs.
5th Row: Thobile Mnguni, Kelsey Moodley, Sophia Taylor, Olivia Wright, Andrea Hoppé, Meghann Hall, Bronagh Johnson, Jessica Reimers, Ellen Shute, Shannon Dwen, Neema Khanyile.
6th Row: Kayla van der Westhuizen, Lethokuhle Kunene, Gina Holdsworth, Jodie Conolly, Chelsea Dale, Lauren Nalson, Helen Slater, Emma Anderson, Gomolemo Kgabi.
7th Row: Erinn Schmidt, Nokubonga Khumalo, Sydney Robertson, Jodie Hulbert, Sarah Joy Quibell, Jemma Fox, Rebecca Irons, Lebone Dube, Catherine Royden-Turner, Faith Adeleke, Lauren Harries.
8th Row: Sarah Macleod, Ziphelele Majola.
Grade Reports
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GRADE 8
2014 started off for the Grade 8 girls and their parents, with the
Orientation Weekend. The girls and parents interacted and made
new friends through a variety of activities like drumming, archery,
boerewors tasting and pillowcase painting.
Early in the year the girls and their class teachers attended their
camp at Entebeni in the Drakensberg. There they learnt how to
survive in the wild, how to pitch a tent and how to cook a potjiekos.
Later in the year the girls attended a social at Michaelhouse and
hosted a dinner for the Grade 8 boys from St Charles.
Sam Latouf, Michaela Claassen and
Tamryn Nicol on the Grade 8 Camp.
One of the highlights of the year was dinner with Miss Tasker,
where the girls played various games. Watching Miss Tasker jump
up and down to remove ping pong balls from a box tied around her
waist was hysterically funny.
The Grade 8 charity is the Jes Foord Foundation. This inspirational
woman came to address the girls and parents and received a
donation of items for the rape survivors that she deals with. Here
are a few of the girls’ responses:
She has taught us not to be defeated by the bad…and that you can
overcome anything if you stay positive..I definitely know a few of the
girls had new role models after listening to her speech.
(Sophie Harel)
Happy smiles from Lebone Dube, Sarah
Macleod, Courtney Gibson and Rebecca Irons.
Jes is a very brave girl and instead of hiding away from the world
she overcame the incident and used it to help others and create
awareness…I learnt many valuable lessons from Jes.
(Gina Holdsworth)
Jes is a real inspiration to not only rape victims but to everyone who
has heard her story. We need more people like Jes, people that see or
have something happen to them and decide to make a difference, to
help others in her situation. (Jemma Fox)
I love how, instead of letting this experience take over her life, she
started her own foundation…throughout the evening, not once did
she say, ‘Why did that have to happen to ME?’ (Gianna Salamon)
Focused on the task at hand is Olivia Wright.
Nonsindiso Ncalane, Thashmia Vather
and Ziphelele Majola under cover.
Sophie Harel, Yasha Nair and Charlotte Allen.
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Front Row: Tasmiyah Essa, Ms Jane Howes, Brittany Spanier-Marson, Mrs Pam Marshall, Haseena Kajee, Ms Sue Tasker, Aphile Mathe, Mrs Frances Salisbury, Yurisa Naidoo, Ms Illy Alberts, Julia Schoonbee.
2nd Row: Dimpho Ngidi, Robyn Jenkins, Kayla Westerdyk, Kate Tully, Erin Smith, Georgina Egberink, Paige Reynolds, Kate Dunton, Catherine Brodie, Keneuoe Matete.
3rd Row: Azra Khan, Rachel Sweeney, Jessica Hirschowitz,Dino Errico,Keira Rishidaw, Savannah McIntyre, Savannah Mitchell-Innes, Husnaa Desai, Isabella Cuturi, Emma Daugherty.
4th Row: Misbaah Essack, Jamie Pearce, Andrea Tratschler, Tayla Rindel, Jordyn Glanfield, Bettina Salomo, Micaela De Abreu, Lesley Jung, Tessa Lategan, Helen Willemse.
5th Row: Nomzamo Khanyile, Anele Manci, Isabelle Joubert, Morghan Flanagan, Gemma Lawson, Sinesipho Ngambu, Tessa Winter, Tessa Foster, Rachel Springate.
6th Row: Jade Newman, Sarah-Jane Muller, Jodie Koenig, Bridgit Coertse, Sophie Learmonth, Caragh Groeneveld, Emma Henderson, Sarah Forde, Sarah Bristow, Jordan Anastasiou, Alice Comrie.
7th Row: Tara Wheeler, Tanatswa Chimanzi, Tengesihle Twala, Shannon Firman, Olwethu Mfeka, Holly Daugherty, Sasha-Leigh Hodgen, Eniola Ojo, Georgia Bodmann, Chelsea-Belle Gevers, Hannah Chapman.
8th Row: Grace Grant, Lucy Hellens, Samantha Yeats, Shaunagh Lesur, Georgia Baytopp, Zoë Brown, Jodie Alport, Amy-Lea Harris, Christin Dent, Megan Laithwaite.
Grade Reports
GRADE 9
THE SIMPLER JOURNEY
Purpose
Why do we want our children to experience a journey of this
nature?
Grade 9 is a difficult year for girls. After being closely looked after
in Grade 8, girls suddenly find themselves on their own, expected
to get on and cope with school. Added to that there are the typical
adolescent problems: peer pressure; a tendency to press boundaries
and argue about decisions; a need to be part of the in-crowd.
The Journey gives the girls a focus in Grade 9. They share a
common goal: to get through it. Afterwards they share a common
sense of achievement that will last until their 50th school reunion
and beyond.
The girls are removed from a high-paced, busy life dominated by
electronic media and enter into a slow-paced period of physical
activity in the bush. In this minimalist environment they are totally
responsible for their actions and possessions and accountable
to everyone in their group. New skills such as pitching/striking
tents, washing and cooking, an appreciation and awareness of the
environment and a greater resilience are all learnt.
Preparations
It was not only the girls who had much preparation to do. The staff
also undertook a reconnaissance weekend during which they were
shown the route, taught to use their equipment, cook, sample and
approve the food the girls would receive.
TWC
At 4 am the following morning the Journey began. Each group
started at a different point and completed the same circular route
over the following eight days. A 23-km cycle over single track, tar,
gravel road and farm track proved the most testing day for many
groups. The hike up Spioenkop was physically the most challenging
day. However, being in close proximity to rhino and hearing about
the Battle of Spioenkop made it an interesting day. Samp and beans
at Bekhi’s kraal was a real treat that night. Thereafter, we hiked a
short distance to Em’seni and the following day hiked to Umthole,
a beautiful camp on the banks of the Tugela. A most welcome and
enjoyable day of paddling followed, with all groups shooting the
gorge at the end of the day. A Solo Day was held at each venue. Girls
were split up and asked to spend 8 hours in their own company. For
some it was a physical rest day, for others a mental break from the
group or an opportunity to wash clothes, repack their bags or just
sleep. Just before leaving Rolling M Ranch the following morning,
the girls were given an opportunity to hand-milk the cows. The
final leg was a scenic hike from Renckens to Gary Green’s farm.
Reflections
Most girls felt the journey was just the right length. The most
enjoyable day was the paddling, with many girls suggesting an
extra day of this. Most girls enjoyed Solo Day, with many suggesting
complete isolation from the group for an even longer period. This
period of introspection certainly had the girls thinking about the
fortunate lifestyles they are able to lead. Physical hardships were
the order of the day. Many battled blisters, cuts, grazes and bites.
Some endured a stomach bug. The girls battled through these
discomforts without complaint. Overloaded backpacks made
hiking difficult for some. Given an opportunity to lighten their
packs, many realised just how little is required to survive. Although
taken out of their comfort zone, the girls never let things become
too much for them. Instead, the spirit of camaraderie, tolerance,
support and excitement prevailed and every girl deserved a gold
medal for her efforts
The girls were taught to pitch and strike their tents, received
instruction on ‘mindfulness’ (to help with solo time) and given a
brief history of the area and the Boer War and shown how to pack
their backpacks correctly. Maintaining personal hygiene, use of
equipment such as compasses, maps, gas cookers and stoves, basic
first aid and self-medication were also dealt with. Girls were given
the opportunity to paddle with the polo bats, learn to ride bicycles
and hike with staff into World’s View in their hiking boots and
carrying their backpacks. They had to organise themselves into
tent groups, cooking partners and receive tetanus shots. Then they
were ready to depart.
Thanks
Itinerary
CATHY THOMSON
ORGANISER
Parents were remarkable in offering their prayers, their continued
emails of support and their enthusiastic thanks afterwards. A few
parents made donations of food and equipment. A special thanks
to Stephen McIntyre of Mascor, Greytown, who sponsored two
vehicles required by our support team. Thanks must go to the TWC
staff, who helped with preparations and training, accompanied
the girls or covered classes for those who were on the journey. The
kitchen staff kindly sourced and provided food. To all these people
I am most grateful. I could not have asked for a stronger team.
The whole group assembled at Em’seni on the first night, checking
backpacks, receiving the first food drop, allocating daily leaders
and being briefed on many aspects of the journey ahead.
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Grade Reports
Spioenkop
Spioenkop. A few months ago I would not have known how many
memories this one word would bring me. Bystanders associate this
word with an ordinary mountain. I now associate this word with
friendship, pain and triumph. The day I climbed this monstrosity
was the day I completed my most extreme adventure yet and is a
day which I will never ever forget.
As usual, I was awoken by the ancient Nokia`s monotone alarm.
4:30 am read the thick square screen. The morning air was freezing
and the wind found ways to crawl into our tent. My body was still
unaccustomed to this environment, which resulted in me waking
up in wet pants and a wet sleeping bag. At the time, I had no idea
that this incident was a warning of what was to come.
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The journey down Spioenkop was much easier and more enjoyable
for me. The support that I received from my group enabled me to
believe in myself. I trudged along the rocky path holding the hands
of my new friends.
The minute I reached the Zulu kraal, I instantly fell in love with
it. The beauty of the beehive hut enthralled me. It was intricately
decorated with foreign objects that are part of Zulu culture and
tradition. My new friends and I climbed through the tiny opening
of the hut and dropped to the floor, exhausted. This was the first
time on camp that I had felt so welcome and I felt that I actually
belonged. A smile played across my lips as sleep embraced me.
Husnaa Desai (Grade 9)
Two hours later, the huge mountain loomed over me like a sleepy
giant. I now understood why this would be the hardest task to
complete on this camp. My legs burned with growing intensity and
my mind struggled to find motivation to keep my body moving.
The wind whipped my flushed face as my backpack dug into my
multicoloured hips. The journey then became quite deceptive.
For one hour we were ‘ten minutes away’. When we thought we
had reached the top, another steep hill was revealed. My patience
faltered as thorn bushes marked me as their territory.
When we finally reached Spioenkop`s peak, pride surged through
me and I became mystified by the breathtaking view. A moment
later I was sprawled across the ground, crying hysterically and
battling to breathe. All the emotions that I had bottled up flooded
through me. I missed my mother terribly and I could not manage
with the exercise and canned food. I was useless! All the other girls
were managing fine while I could not even control my emotions.
Through my tears I saw unfamiliar faces approach me. I was
embraced by many warm arms. They offered me food, wiped my
tears away and helped me carry my possessions. I was shocked as
these were people I knew but had barely spoken to.
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Front Row: Ashalia Naidoo,Mrs Brenda Beckedahl, Rebecca Farquharson, Mrs Heather Fleming, Meloney Polinati, Ms Sue Tasker, Luyanda Gumede, Ms Claire Geber, Ashraya Naidoo, Mr Patrick Harty, Lucy Bryant.
2nd Row: Andile Madlala, Elizabeth Burchmore, Nicole Alder, Kate Meiklejohn, Khwezi Mchunu, Nadine Maartens, Jamie-Leigh Gargan, Cailin Harries, Kirsty Rautenbach, Sinegugu Khuzwayo.
3rd Row: Luyanda Phetha, Meagan Deenik, Nonjabulo Khuzwayo, Tanya van der Walt, Cherise Markgraaff, Daniela Torino, Aaliyah Edris, Rosemary Hawkins, Jabulile Zuma, Kagiso Khuzwayo, Ashleigh Reimers.
4th Row: Kathryn Stofberg, Jessica Baxter, Prajna Naicker, Brittany Carlisle, Courtney Price Moor, Katlego Dingake, Taylor-Drew Thomson, Hannah Weymouth, Mbali Zimu, Mwamba Mulenga.
5th Row: Vianina Rugani, Dudu Nambassi, Maduo Dijeng, Charné Glanz, Cinzia Whalley, Cassidy Robertson, Marianne Harvey, Thembeka-Zama Ngomane, Tashiana Roshan, Hannah Moor, Heather-Lynn Haldane.
6th Row: Talya Mason, Laura du Toit, Beth Conolly, Kayla Gibson, Jessica Dutton, Meaghan van der Velden, Catherine Mundell, Zaheera Mota, Salma Cassimjee, Deantha Govender, Laken Salzwedel, Jocelyn Dormehl.
7th Row: Natasha Balmer, Kirsten Moody, Shana-Lee Bownes, Caitlyn Hutton, Jemma Veenstra, Joné Marx, Fern Inman-Bamber, Noluthando Manci, Ashley Slater, Morgan Rowland, Holly Strachan, Tamryn Groening,
Grace Thomson, Moyosore Lawal-Solarin.
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GRADE 10
The first much-anticipated event for the Grade 10 girls is The
Dance. The planning for the Formal Dance started at the end of
Grade 9 when the girls began to think about a theme. Those with
ideas presented these to the grade and voting was then carried out.
The chosen theme this year was Paris in Winter which lent itself
to some stunning but simple décor. It takes months of preparation
and is a challenging task to organise such a large formal function.
This inevitably creates some conflict along the way but the girls
learn valuable life skills and by the time it all comes together, they
have bonded as a grade. It was a wonderful evening of putting
their newly-learnt Ballroom dancing skills into practice with their
dashing partners and was also a lovely opportunity for the parents
to be part of a special milestone in their daughters’ lives. Thanks
again to Ben Brandon from Ben’s Dance Studio, as well as Sister
Timm who assisted him in teaching 152 teenagers how to dance!
This year we had the dancing lessons on Friday evenings instead of
Sunday afternoons, and this seemed to be a definite improvement.
Some of the highlights of the evening according to comments from
the girls:
Mbali Zimu on the high wire.
Dressing up.
Dancing with my Dad.
Family, friends and partners all together at the table.
Being with the whole grade, and everyone looking so beautiful.
Getting to know new people.
Everyone in such a happy mood.
And of course – the Grade 9s doing the cleaning up afterwards!
The girls also put together and ran the House of Horrors at Market
Day as a fund-raiser for the Dance.
The annual Grade 10 camp at Greystone at the beginning of
September really cemented the bonds between the girls through
team-building exercises that are designed to create trust. It was
most rewarding to see how they overcame fears and rose to various
challenges, at the same time looking after their team-mates. It was
a group of dirty, happy and tired girls who came back from camp.
May these memories and friendships be lasting.
HEATHER FLEMING
GRADE 10 CO-ORDINATOR
Moyo Lawal-Solarin, Katie Stofberg,
Tamryn Groening and Grace Thomson relax
between activities on the Grade 10 Camp.
Dirtied but undaunted.
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Front Row: Rosalind Elmer-English, Mrs Sheryl Watson, Sindiswa Gubula, Ms Sue Tasker, Meghan Hawken, Alice Finlay, Talia Goga, Mrs Dalene Briggs, Skye Matula, Mrs Ronel Henderson, Santhuri Padayachee.
2nd Row: Lisha Govender, Sarah Thornton, Ziyanda Mbodla, Kelebone Sello, Amanda Peake, Anna Tchalov, Nicole Kahari, Zintle Mduzulwana, Linda Sithole, Sinoxolo Xaba.
3rd Row: Samantha Wessels, Sasha Robinson, Zakithi Nkosi, Ashley Richardson, Michelle Hammar, Katherine Barry, Joanna Michowicz, Sinethemba Dlamini, Kristine Davies, Zoë Nyombayire, Nicole Player.
4th Row: Brydie McLeary, Grace Day, Alexandra Neumann, Sesutu Holomisa, Chloë Veness, Megan Manley, Aviwe Cingo, Catherine Barrett, Kate de Gruchy, Nicola Brill.
5th Row: Minenhle Chiliza, Kivesuree Naidoo, Kelly MacDevette, Caylin de Wet, Nolububalo Rugani, Claire Jenkins, Elizabeth Platt, Megan Smith, Kirsten Couling, Samantha Lategan, Tarah Wright.
6th Row: Kelly Knight, Bronté McDonald, Stephanie Irons, Nolwazi Mntungwa, Andile Gcaba, Alessia Dos Santos, Neo Lerata, Tashmira Bundiparsad, Megan Attwood, Aimee Houghting, Chenéy Firman.
7th Row: Caitlin Militz, Holly Edmonds, Michaela Schoeman, Jordan Magrobi, Thokola Zungu, Sibulelo Jolwana, Violet Comrie, Bailey le Roux, Rebecca Wessels, Brittany Dorning.
8th Row: Sarah te Riele, Robyn Blessie, Amy Johnson, Hannah Edwards, Catherine Löhrentz, Emma Chapman, Chelsea Meiring, Kaylee Livanos.
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GRADE 11
Everyone warned us that Grade 11 would be a difficult academic
year, and they were absolutely right. Despite this, we managed
to have an altogether exciting, fun year. We kicked the year
off by planning the Matric ball, and the pride we feel for our
transformation of the Leoné Hogg Centre into a Roaring 20s
ballroom is undeniable. This pride also applies to our many
sportswomen, actresses, musicians and writers who participated
in matches, ISSF, The Witness True Stories Competition, our
award-winning choir and an outstanding Les Misérables. Our
Grade 11 pupils also had the opportunity to direct House Plays,
and the quality of both the directing and performing was stellar.
This year, our camp focused less on physical activity and more on
leadership skills, which proved very useful when we began to take
over duties, and we faced this task with passion and enthusiasm.
Although the thought of matric is a daunting one, we face it with
the solidarity and gusto we are so well known for, and are excited
for the opportunity to share these qualities with the rest of the
school.
TK Zungu in the not-so-safe
hands of Alessia Dos Santos.
Chenéy Firman making good progress with
Bronté McDonald following closely.
Jordan Magrobi (Grade 11)
It’s a breeze for Nicole Player.
Presiding over the issuing of the Grade 12 Ball invitations.
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GRADE 12
Talented, resilient, proud are three words which immediately
spring to mind when thinking about the Grade 12 Class of 2014.
Talented: the variety of skills that this group presents is as wideranging as A to Z. The academic ability of so many is excellent;
as is the sporting prowess that has been on display week in and
week out. The quality of the music, both voice and instrument, is
exceptional. Their zest for life is infinite.
Resilient: they have begun the new leadership system of School
Council and Committees, and instead of bemoaning the fact that
they are the guinea-pigs, they have embraced the change. More
than this, they have set the bar very high for the years that follow.
Proud: they walk and carry themselves with pride; they are proud
of each other’s achievements but humble about their own. They
are proud of their school and proud to be part of this extraordinary
group of girls.
Absent: Nicole Murunga.
Front Row: Emma Last, Mrs Christine Stiebel, Sibulelo Manamatela, Mrs Bernadine Elmer-English,Cebile Khuzwayo, Ms Sue Tasker, Sarah Dixon, Mrs Christa van Rooijen, Renee Dijeng, Mrs Moira Lovell, Mishka Dhoda.
2nd Row: Tsaone Tshekiso, Maria Maggioni, Emma Farquharson, Nomsa Mokoena, Sesona Mdingi, Nombulelo Mkhize, Komal Soni, Cynthia Kijjambu, Kamohlelo Thabe, Terisha Hariparsad, Nanele Mlambo, Sarah Lennon.
3rd Row: Kelly Schutte, Nandipha Nzimande, Christy Harris, Nicole Grindlay, Tayla-Ann Reynolds, Erin Hodgson, Olwethu Mathonsi, Robyn Pearce, Dayna Darby, Kelsey Becker, Nandi Khuzwayo.
4th Row: Anna Brooks, Sandisiwe Mkhize, Jessica Koch, Rebecca Bristow, Emma Moor, Sarah Harries, Christine Smith, Nicola Deenik, Litha Sidondi, Bianca-Leigh Jones.
5th Row: Daniela Küsel, Kristina Sickmüller, Kerin Lowry, Beth de Carle, Ntombibuyile Mazibuko, Deanna Mangope, Bronwen van Tonder, Kerryn Cockbain, Emma Hubble, Kerry Bailey, Mueenah Kadodia, Chéron Randall.
6th Row: Monique Grenfell, Melissa Driemeyer, Allison Muller, Ashley Smith, Philippa Smart, Refilwe Moyo, Kaylah Paul, Chelsea Brown, Robyn Bodmann, Cheyenne Mason, Jamie Waller.
7th Row: Louise Copland, Tshiamo Tshabalala, Abigail McArthur, Jessica Winter, Lorenza Nicholas, Jessica Junge, Khopotso Khalema, Morgan Nott.
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At the Final Breakfast held before the Valedictory Service, the
bond among the girls in the room was palpable. They have shared
so much over the years: camps, productions, tours, the Grade 10
Formal Dance, to name just a few. This year, the re-launch of the
Variety Show proved to be a great success and much enjoyed by
the participants and the audience. The excitement in anticipation
of the Grade 12 Ball was not in vain. Mrs Briggs, Mrs Watson, Mrs
Marx, Mrs Henderson and the entire Grade 11 group could not have
done more to give them a memorable evening. Sincere thanks to
all for all the planning and hard work. Memories like this will last
a lifetime.
Thanks must also go to all the staff, especially Mrs Lovell, Mrs van
Rooijen and Mrs Elmer-English, for the mentoring role that they
play in the daily lives of the girls.
The reports in this publication capture other moments of the many
of the activities, light-hearted and serious, in which the Grade 12s
have been involved. What is not as easy to capture is the heart of
this grade. As a collective, they have encapsulated enthusiasm, joy
and passion. They are empathetic and excitable; they champion
the underdog and applaud winners loudly. They have left their
mark, and a place in our hearts, and we are proud of them.
CHRISTINE STIEBEL
GRADE 12 CO-ORDINATOR
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SPORT 2014
off and as a school we are extremely proud
of these athletes.
What is the point of participating in sport?
SPORT
All our coaching is educationally based. We
want the girls to learn how to win and how
to lose, and how to accept being let down
by others or by apparently inappropriate
decisions by umpires/referees. They
need to be taught how to cope with
disappointment if they are dropped from
a team or lose an event. They need to be
taught that in life they should give of their
best in all that they do. Sport is part of our
curriculum. Studies have proved that those
who are active almost always perform
better in their academic studies. It is for
these reasons that we encourage our TWC
girls to participate in some sort of social or
team activity each term.
We once again celebrated the sweet
victories of teams and individuals this year.
All the hard work and determination paid
Athletics
Captain: Sarah Lennon
Vice-Captain: Kerry Bailey
PMB and Districts Athletics Team:
Caitlin Militz, Rebeccah Irons, Kirsten
Moody, Jemma Fox and Georgia
Baytopp
Our 2014 Athletics team have had an
exciting and successful season. The girls
trained hard and their efforts showed
in their results at the various athletics
meetings.
The Michaelhouse meet was one of our
most successful meets this year. Kerry Bailey
broke the U18 1500m record and Kirsten
Moody broke the U16 1500m record. The
team competed at the Kingsway Athletics
Meet and Georgia Baytopp was impressive
in the U15 High Jump event. Many of our
girls attended the Pietermaritzburg and
Districts Team Trials held at Treverton,
where our girls did TWC proud and were
chosen further to represent the PMB and
Districts Athletics Team to take part in the
Grey Bloem and Menlo Park Meets. Caitlin
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With talent come privileges, as well a
responsibility to harness that talent and be
the best you were created to be, says Penny
Heyns. We celebrate that 62 of our girls
have competed at provincial and/or district
level and nationally.
TWC has been blessed with enthusiastic
sport staff and coaches who have helped
strengthen our teams and instilled good
basic core values. We thank the coaches for
sharing their experiences and for playing a
key role in each of the girl’s lives. We thank
Mrs Di Bodley for her valued input into
creating a strong sport base at TWC and
wish her well for her future endeavours.
We are proud of what TWC 2014 has
achieved.
LYNDAL ROBERTSON
(SPORTS CO-ORDINATOR)
Militz received a bronze medal at Menlo
Park for the U17 High Jump and Georgia
Baytopp received a gold medal at Grey
Bloem in the U15 High Jump.
At Inter-House Athletics, the Houses
dressed to the theme of ‘fairies’. The
enthusiasm shown by the Captains and
Vice-Captains was infectious and the girls
showed great team spirit.
Basketball
Captain: Nicole Grindlay
Vice-Captain: Litha Sidondi
The Basketball statistics for TWC continue
to improve each year and 2014 was no
exception, with the majority of the games
being won. 50 matches were played with
teams winning 22 of them.
The first team were given the opportunity to
play in the annual basketball tournament
hosted by GHS and St John’s, where schools
came to compete from all over South Africa.
This was the first year TWC competed in
the A division of this tournament and we
were placed 6th overall.
The commitment and dedication of the
girls in all age groups was commendable
and added to the overall spirit and
enthusiasm that characterised Basketball
this season. Both girls and staff came to
show their support at the weekly league
matches, making every game memorable.
Being captain of the first team this year
has been an absolute pleasure and I wish
TK, Neo and the rest of the girls all the
best for next year. I am confident that the
Basketball at TWC will continue to improve
in years to come.
Georgia Baytopp entertained the crowd
by equalling the U15 high jump record.
Quick on her feet, Morgan Nott managed
to break the Open age group’s 80m hurdles
record. Congratulations go to Jodie Koenig
for winning the Junior Victrix Ludorum,
Bettina Salomo for the Esterhuysen Trophy
for Junior Field Events. The Roberts Trophy
for Senior Field Events was won by Nicole
Murunga. Kirsten Moody was the deserved
winner of the Angela Hurt Trophy for the
Senior Victrix Ludorum.
The overall results were as follows: 4th
O’Brien, 3rd Crookes, 2nd Campbell and
1st place went to Moore. Campbell was the
winner of The Spirit Trophy.
Morgan Nott
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Canoeing & Canoe Polo
Captain: Sarah Harries
Vice-Captain: Emma Moor
KwaZulu-Natal: Sarah Harries
In 2014 we have welcomed a number of
new girls into the sport, which has enabled
us to achieve better results.
The Dusi Canoe Marathon is always a
bookmark race in a canoeist’s career.
This year we had 5 girls take part in this
race, namely Sarah Harries, Emma Moor,
Holly Edmonds, Katherine Barry and
Sarah Dixon. These girls are commended
on successfully completing this very
demanding event. Sarah Harries and her
partner ended 2nd in the U18 age group.
Many girls completed their river
proficiencies which enabled us to have
more girls competing in our schools’
league. We have seen a promising set of
results this year.
Our team of canoe polo girls has again
made us proud by winning the schools’
tournament held at Shongweni Dam.
In October, a team of parents and paddlers
travelled to Cradock to take part in the Fish
River Canoe Marathon. Holly Edmonds,
Katherine Barry, Cailin Harries, Hannah
Moor, Linda Sithole, Amanda Peake and
Gemma Lawson are commended on
completing the race. All gave positive
feedback and had countless stories about
the strong rapids and fast-flowing water.
It has been an incredible experience to
have been a part of this sport and we wish
the canoeists the best for the next season.
Cross-Country
Captain: Melissa Driemeyer
The Cross-Country league consisted of
six races. TWC hosted their first CrossCountry league race, which was well
attended and well organised. The girls
showed dedication, running every race
with enthusiasm and perseverance.
Once the final results for the season were
calculated, TWC senior girls were placed
4th overall, and TWC junior girls placed
7th overall. The best individual results of
the season were Sarah Dixon’s 2nd place
for Senior Girls at the Michaelhouse run,
and Jodie Conolly’s 16th place for Junior
girls at the Michaelhouse run. Many girls
participated in the Inter-House CrossCountry which was enjoyed by all. A great
amount of commitment and effort was put
into training and the improvement over
the season was most encouraging. Karate
Captain: Sandisiwe Mkhize
Black Belt 1st Dan: Sandisiwe Mkhize
2014 has been another outstanding year for
Karate at TWC. The girls are commended
on their enthusiasm and outstanding
results in the gradings and competitions.
A lot of effort and time have been put into
training and this has shown in the improved
technique and confidence in fighting.
Sensai Gold continues to share her wisdom
and insight on certain aspects of the sport
and we are hugely grateful. I hope all the
girls will continue with the spiritedness
next year and remember all they have been
taught this year. Remember: Best move not
be there when fight come - Sensai Don.
Sport
has been a most challenging, yet exciting
and fun-filled season.
Our season began last year in the fourth
term at 05.45 am in the LHC and ended
at the ISSF. During this time we toured
to Johannesburg, played the Indoor and
Outdoor Leagues and played against
schools from overseas. We were very
successful in that we won both these
Leagues and ended 11th out of thirty-two
teams at the pre-season festival held at
St Andrew’s. Caitlin Militz was selected
for the Festival team, which was a superb
achievement.
From the U14s to the 1st team, Netball has
been of a high standard. 69% of the matches
were won, with 1032 goals scored. First
team Captain, Cebile Khuzwayo, finished
her TWC league matches undefeated for
the last five years. The TWC U15 Team won
the Inter-Schools District U15 Challenge
and represented uMgungundlovu at the
KZN U15 Challenge in Durban.
We would like to thank Mrs. Bodley for her
great contribution to Netball, not only this
year but over several years. She has left a
legacy and we wish her all the very best.
It has been an honour being the Captains of
Netball and Nicole and I wish the Netball
girls all the best for next year. May the TWC
Netball flag fly high.
Captain: Cebile Khuzwayo
Vice-Captain: Nicole Grindlay
KwaZulu-Natal: Joné Marx (U16),
Caitlin Militz, Chloë Veness (U17)
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Over the past several years TWC has had
an outstanding reputation in Netball. This
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Hockey
Captain: Nicola Deenik
Vice-Captain: Sarah Dixon
KwaZulu-Natal Inland: Meagan
Deenik, Jemma Veenstra (U16)
Nicola Deenik, Sarah Dixon (U18)
South Africa: Nicola Deenik (U18B)
This year the Hockey teams have shown
great flair and enthusiasm. TWC continues
to put the top 22 schools in KZN to the
test. This year the first team ended 4th in
the league and Sarah Dixon was the top
goal scorer with 14 goals to her name. In
the Easter holidays, TWC hosted a very
successful U13 festival where the first team
girls had the opportunity to coach, umpire,
and manage their respective teams. There
were positive reviews and everyone is
looking forward to the next festival. The
highlight of the year was travelling to St
Mary’s, where we played the top schools
from all over the country and drew most of
our matches.
Altogether, 88 matches have been played
this season and more goals scored by TWC
players than in the last three seasons.
The junior teams have been the main
contributors to the high goal-scoring
which suggests a healthy, attacking style
of play. There were fewer goals scored
against our team which is attributable to
the improvement of our goal keepers as
well as our defensive systems, especially
at short corners. The U14A hockey team
had an exceptionally exciting year and with
their tenacity are a team to keep an eye on.
The U14A team scored 31 goals this season
and only 3 were scored against them. Jamie
Pearce and Emma Lloyd shared 9 goals for
this team.
name and Megan Smith scored 14 goals for
the seniors.
We thank all coaches and wish teams well
for the next season.
Soccer
Captain: Bianca-Leigh Jones
Vice-Captain: Maria Maggioni
The 2014 Soccer season has been enjoyable
and successful. More than 35 girls showed
a keen interest in soccer this season and
a total of 14 matches was played. Both
the junior and senior teams played with
enthusiasm and the standard of play
improved steadily as the season progressed.
The practices were well attended and the
home fixtures attracted a considerable
number of enthusiastic supporters.
Eight girls represented TWC this season
in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Soccer
Tournament. Soccer has a bright future at
TWC if the momentum can be maintained.
I wish the Soccer teams and Captains all
the best for the 2015 season.
Cebile Khuzwayo.
The Indoor season was rather short. Eight
teams played in the league. A total of 39
fixtures was played with a win and draw
ratio of 74.4%. Samantha Yeats was top
scorer for the juniors with 9 goals to her
Squash
Captain: Beth de Carle
Vice-Captain: Kristina Sickmüller
KwaZulu-Natal: Catherine Barrett,
Brittany Dorning, Beth de Carle (U19B)
Alice Comrie and Tessa Foster (U16B)
Jodie Conolly and Shannon Firman
(U14B)
What an exciting year of squash it has
been! The enthusiasm has been taken to
another level.
We started off the year with an exciting
Squash tour to Johannesburg, where we
were privileged to meet Craig van de Watt
(South African Squash Champion). We
learnt a great deal from his expertise as
well as playing in one of his tournaments,
The Prince Squash Open, held at Parkview
Squash Centre with its 12 beautiful courts.
This tournament was the opportunity of
a lifetime as we played some of the best
squash players in South Africa and this
challenging experience prepared us for the
season ahead.
Beth de Carle and Tessa Foster then
represented ISSF at St Andrews, whose
squash courts are incredible! They
played some very tough matches and
gained enormous experience from the
tournament. The atmosphere and the
support that they had from the other teams
was memorable.
Not only has the Squash team improved
but so have the non-team Squash girls. It
is exciting to see that there are more and
more girls keen to learn this wonderful
sport. We are proud of the 7 girls who
made the KwaZulu-Natal side.
This year’s squash success would not have
been possible without the encouragement
and passion of all the coaches involved
and we are grateful for their input. I hope
that next year squash will continue to grow
and become a top sport at The Wykeham
Collegiate.
Fifteen girls were selected to represent
uMgungundlovu and they participated
in the Inter-District Tournament. Four
girls were further selected to represent
KwaZulu-Natal Inland.
Netball
Keen paddlers.
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Water Polo
Captain: Sarah Lennon
Vice-Captain: Nicole Grindlay
Captain: Nicola Deenik
Vice-Captain: Daniela Küsel
KwaZulu-Natal: Samantha Yeats,
Yasha Nair (U15A),
Chenéy Firman (U19A),
Kirsten Moody (U19B)
KwaZulu Natal: Jodie Koenig (U15)
The players were highly enthusiastic about
the game. We lost some matches with grace
but won more than 60% of the fixtures
and about these results we definitely did
not make a racket. Our teams played 52
fixtures, winning 31, losing 16 and drawing
5. The U19As are commended on winning
the Joy Watt League Trophy.
The juniors have shown great enthusiasm
and an eagerness to learn and become
involved. Two junior teams (U14 & U16)
participated in the St Anne’s Water
Polo Tournament, and the girls must be
commended on their excellent results.
Special congratulations go to our U16 team,
who were unbeaten, with only one goal
scored against them. They gained the title
of Champions of the Tournament.
In the first term the top 5 girls took part in
the St Mary’s Festival in Johannesburg for
the first time and ended 5th. Three doubles
combinations were entered into the annual
Inter-Schools Smythe Tournament. The
top two doubles teams came 5th and 6th
out of the 20 schools’ teams entered. Yasha
Nair and Grace Grant won the B section.
Chenéy Firman won the TWC tennis
championship having played in an epic
match against Samantha Yeats. This was
a fantastic final to end off a good tennis
season.
Equestrian
KwaZulu-Natal: Yasmin Rousset
This year has seen a keen interest in Water
Polo across the age groups.
Happy swimmers with the shield.
Swimming
Captain: Sarah Dixon
Vice-Captain: Tshiamo Tshabalala
KwaZulu-Natal: Catherine RoydenTurner, Tara Wheeler, Chelsea Meiring
Coming together is a beginning. Keeping
together is progress and working together
is success. (Henry Ford)
The season started with girls being
encouraged to sign up to swim the
Midmar Mile. All the participants who
completed the mighty marathon are to
be congratulated. Weekly galas resulted
in a noticeable improvement in the girls’
fitness levels. The swimming team worked
hard all season and were rewarded with
excellent results. We thank them for their
spirit and enthusiasm.
swimming team quickly realised that
they were wholeheartedly supported. All
our swimmers produced outstanding
times and are commended on this fine
achievement.
We are proud of our talented up-andcoming swimmers, who have gained
valuable experience by swimming in
Level galas and also gaining International
exposure. Chelsea Meiring has been
selected for the South Africa Junior Team
to compete at the end of the year in
Zimbabwe.
Special thanks go to Mrs Bodley, Miss
Taylor, Tshiamo (Vice-captain) and, last
but not least, our number one fan, Nicole
Grindlay (Head of Sport).
Adventure Sport
Sailing
During half-term eleven girls accompanied
by three staff and one parent enjoyed a
wonderful weekend learning to sail keel
boats in Durban harbour. This was done
on L26 yachts under the expert guidance of
Sail Africa’s training staff.
The numerous ‘points of sail’ and sailing
techniques were taught. On the second
day, girls were given the opportunity to
captain a yacht. Guiding their yachts in
Durban harbour between huge ships and
fast-moving tugs, shouting orders to their
crew resulted in many exciting moments!
The TWC sailors passed the test with flying
colours.
The girls’ accommodation each night was
on much larger yachts, an experience they
all enjoyed very much. At the end of the
course the girls wrote an exam, and were
awarded certificates for their efforts. The
TWC sailors all enjoyed the experience
and are looking forward to opportunities
to improve their sailing skills in the future.
Fourteen league matches were played,
with 9 wins and 2 draws. 98 goals were
scored and 95 conceded. The highlight
of the season was the Co-Ed Day-Night
Tournament held at St John’s, where our
girls played in highly competitive yet
enjoyable matches.
We are proud of Jodie Koenig for her
selection to the KZN U15 team. All coaches
and technical table girls involved in Water
Polo this year are thanked.
Katie Barry enjoying the sea air.
Highlights of the season:
TWC won fifteen of the twenty-six events
at the Independent Girls’ Schools Gala and
returned to school with the Trophy.
TWC swimmers made history at the Girls
Inter Schools’ Gala when they became the
first ever back-to-back winners of the title
other than GHS.
The spirit of TWC spectators at the annual
Alex Baths Gala was amazing and the
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The ISSF teams and their coaches.
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CAMPBELL HOUSE
CROOKES
MOORE HOUSE
O’BRIEN HOUSE
Being the Captains of a brilliant House is one thing
but being the Captains of the girls in Campbell House
is another. In 2013 Campbell set the tone for a year of
victories, by first winning the Inter-House singing and
dancing competition. This along with academics led us to
be leading at the beginning of 2014. This year, Campbell’s
mascot represented a Greek Sun Goddess during InterHouse swimming and the Disney Fairy Iridessa, better
known to us as ‘Campbeesha’, in the Inter-House athletics.
Once again, in 2014, Campbell did not fail to bring the
most spirit in the Inter-House events, winning both InterHouse Swimming and Athletics spirit cups. The Campbell
girls continued to show their diversity winning the InterHouse Public Speaking and Debating Competitions, as
well as both the Junior and Senior Inter-House Netball. We
feel honoured to have been chosen to represent Campbell
House and have some unforgettable memories. The
Matrics were a great help and we could not have done our
job without them. To sum it all up, ‘Victorious’ is one word
we choose to use to describe Campbell House this year. Go,
Campbell, Go!
Nanele Mlambo (Captain)
Lorenza Nicholas (Vice-Captain)
2014 has definitely been the YEAR OF THE CROOKES. This
year our fellow Crooksonians managed to take hold of the
coveted swimming trophy. A shout out goes out to all the
swimmers who led us to victory as the rest of Crookes played
their part cheering.
This year has proved to be an exciting, action-packed year
starting off with a very entertaining day of 'boeresport' - the
first of such events.
Although Moore got off to a rather shaky start, we soon
pulled together and managed a brilliant victory at the InterHouse Athletics, where we not only won overall but also won
the relay trophy. Special mention must be made of Kirsten
Moody for winning the senior Victrix Ludorum! This year, we were proud to come a close second for the Spirit
Cup at Inter-House Athletics, just behind the long-standing
winners, Campbell. The girls have had wonderful energy at
all the events and showed great enthusiasm when signing up
for races and teams in all spheres.
We would like to congratulate one of our own, Jordan
Magrobi, on being appointed Head of School for 2015!
It has been a privilege to lead Moore this year and Tsaone
and I are confident in leaving the House in the very capable
hands of Megan Attwood and Chloë Veness next year.
Emma Moor (Captain)
Tsaone Tshekiso (Vice-Captain)
This year has been most memorable simply because of
the fervor and support displayed by Team O’Brien. There
have been many highlights, such as the Inter-House Gala,
the Inter-House Quiz and House Plays! Each helped build
a sense of solidarity among the young green bloods and
enlivened the school as a whole.
We put our best feet forward (and some their tummies) for
the many activities. The academic results, Hockey, CrossCountry and Popcorn-Eating competition were just a few
victories that made us stand out from the rest. Captaining this House that is growing from strength
to strength every year has been a bigger challenge than
anticipated. The participation and eagerness of each
individual has made it enjoyable and worth every minute of
hard work.
We wish Crookes the best of luck for next year and the years
to come. Nicola Deenik (Captain)
It was especially pleasing to see people who do not even own
swimming costumes swimming and others going the extra
mile, literally! Many people signed up for the 4km Founders’
Day Cross-Country while others bashed together hockey
sticks on the astro turf.
We made it through the year and what a roller-coaster it
has been! Wins, losses, disqualifications but mostly a bold
eagerness and dedication were evident this year.
To sum it all up, O’Brien has been fantastic! Seeing their
impassioned faces as they sing the war cries or hobble for
the last stretch of an 800m run is the best part of it all. Unity
and Perseverance were our biggest stars.
All the best to the upcoming Matrics. Keep up the spirit and
be zealous about whatever you do!
Tshiamo Tshabalala (Captain)
Litha Sidondi (Vice-Captain)
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FAREWELL
the girls in ballroom dancing and organised social events for them
with other schools. We wish her well in her move to Johannesburg.
Paul Henderson has been a driver at TWC since 2000. He has a
good rapport with the girls and a keen sense of humour. Having
previously been a mechanic, his knowledge of vehicles has also
been of huge value at TWC, and he has ensured that all the vehicles
are properly serviced and looked after. We wish him well in his
retirement.
Christine Stiebel doing
something she loves.
Les Willows officiating at
Inter-House Athletics.
Angie Logan will be moving to Ballito. She started at TWC in 2010
as an English teacher and has taught girls from Grade 9 to Grade 12.
She also involved herself in Dance and Funk at the school and the
girls certainly benefited from her expertise in this area. Mrs Logan
will be remembered for her good teaching, her genuine interest in
colleagues and girls as well as her lively and optimistic approach
to life.
Jenette Reitsma joined TWC in 2013 as a French teacher. She
has a wide range of interests and abilities and involved herself in
many aspects of the school. Ms Reitsma brought an energy to the
staffroom and classroom, and she made French relevant to the
girls by involving them in activities with boys’ schools, schools
overseas and local French organisations. Ms Reitsma also involved
Lyndal Robertson counsels Georgia Baytopp.
Susan Taylor will be moving to Cape Town to take up a post at
Cedar House. She joined TWC in 2006, initially as a part-time
teacher, but then she took over the running of the Life Sciences
Department. During her time at TWC, Mrs Taylor was also a class
teacher and a Grade Co-ordinator. She worked hard and always
had the best interests of the girls at heart. She is passionate about
her subject and has been the IEB examiner for a number of years.
Although generally quiet, Mrs Taylor enjoys a good laugh, and
we will miss her excellent teaching, her subject expertise and her
willingness to help wherever she was needed.
Vere van der Watt has played many roles at TWC. She initially
joined TWC as a locum teacher in 1980, teaching Grades 1, 2 and
3 in a combined class, all of 8 pupils! In 1986 she became the
Junior School Secretary and then moved to being the School Shop
Manager in 1989. Mrs van der Watt will be remembered for her
positive and enthusiastic approach to life, for her glamour and
grace, her efficiency and for always being willing to do whatever
was needed of her. We wish her well in her retirement.
SUE TASKER
Staff at Inter-House Athletics.
Dalene Briggs and Anne-Lee Marx.
A moment of respite.
Angie Logan.
Staff helpers taking a breather
on the Simpler Journey.
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Susan Taylor
Paul Henderson
Vere van der Watt.
Jenette Reitsma.
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Headmistress’ Report
Upstream 2014 - Junior
2014 has been another year of rich teaching and learning in
all spheres of school life. I trust that this edition of Upstream
reflects something of the heart of the Junior School – a place
where individuality and interdependence are valued, diversity is
celebrated, education is taken seriously and a sense of wonder is
fostered.
As the time for my retirement draws near and I pen this last
message, my overriding emotion is one of gratitude. During the
past two decades, I have learnt so much from the Lady Principals
under whom I have served, from the talented and dedicated staff
members with whom I have worked, from the parents and, of
course, the girls. I have valued greatly the support received from
Board Chairmen and members, the various Parent Associations
and Old Girls’ Guilds and the Parents that Pray groups. It has been
an honour to have been part of a leading girls’ school during times
of monumental change in the country, and in how leadership and
education are perceived and understood.
As a school, we are a community. Together we teach, nurture,
challenge, guide and develop young people and one another.
There is something liberating in this, knowing that The Wykeham
Collegiate will continue to build on the legacy of the pioneering
women who founded Girls’ Collegiate, Wykeham and The
Wykeham Collegiate.
With liberation, comes a sense of hope, of new vistas. I will cherish
the memories of my time at TWC and leave confident in the
knowledge that next year heralds an exciting new era for the Junior
School. As TWC moves FORWARD IN FAITH may the words of
Micah chapter 6 verse 8: To act justly, love mercy and walk humbly
with your God be both an inspiration and a challenge.
FLICK WRIGHT
HEADMISTRESS:
JUNIOR SCHOOL
TWC
Tribute to Flick Wright
Flick Wright was appointed as the Headmistress of The Wykeham
Collegiate Junior School in January 1994, having been identified
as a highly skilled and committed educator. From the start, she
engendered a sense of pride in The Wykeham Collegiate and
encouraged the girls to use their talents and the opportunities
available to them. Over the past twenty years, our Junior School
has grown from 190 pupils to the current enrolment of 377, a robust
development driven by Flick’s inspirational leadership.
Flick is admired and revered by the hundreds of girls and their
parents who have had contact with the Junior School over the past
two decades, and from what I have witnessed, she has remembered
every child and parent’s name (grandparents too in many cases), as
well as their family history! Flick has also enjoyed the unqualified
respect of The Wykeham Collegiate staff.
Flick Wright.
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encouraging them to include new methods and approaches, but
staying true to the fundamental elements of a sound foundation in
the Junior School years. The school’s mission statement and core
values are at the centre of her decision-making, as are the girls’
interests and well-being.
She has a delightful sense of humour, enjoys a good joke and can
laugh at herself. Her deep, quiet faith and personal courage have
carried her through many stressful times, and her willingness and
ability to listen to others, her sincere empathy, sensitivity and
humility have been a huge help to many over the years.
I have been privileged to work with Flick for the past three years
and her wise counsel, incisive thinking, attention to detail and her
pragmatic and sensible approach have greatly assisted and guided
me.
She has a keen awareness and appreciation of the precious years of
childhood and has worked tirelessly to keep a balanced curriculum
in the Junior School. This has led to a stimulating environment
which permeates the school, with deliberate emphasis being placed
on academic learning, exploration, valuing cultural diversity, the
arts, sport and spontaneous play.
Flick retires this year after a stellar career. The legacy she
leaves behind is profound. She has been a loyal, dedicated and
outstanding contributor to The Wykeham Collegiate and we are
immensely grateful to her. She will undoubtedly be missed, but
remembered with tremendous affection by us all.
Flick remains at the forefront of new material and trends,
disseminating what is of value, empowering the staff by
SUE TASKER
THE WYKEHAM COLLEGIATE
Girls Involved In Drama Activities
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Headmistress’ Farewell
Extracts From The Chairman’s Tribute
At A Farewell Function
…On meeting Flick around 15 years ago, I was immediately struck
by her warmth, her passion, and her dedication to this school; her
team; and the little girls under her watch.
Flick is humble. She is modest. She is warm hearted. She is a good
listener. She is wise. She is a friend to many and an example to all.
She is compassionate. She is rock solid. She is, above all, selfless
and a very special person.
Flick is respected and admired by all who know her. She has made
a massive contribution to this school over the past 21 years. When
she assumed leadership of the Junior School in 1994, there were
190 pupils enrolled. We now have over 375. Flick has overseen
the construction of many new classrooms; and the facilities and
amenities in the Junior School have been greatly improved during
her tenure. The number of teachers in the Junior School has
doubled. Flick has played a pivotal role in enhancing the school’s
reputation as a centre of educational excellence, which provides its
pupils with the strongest of foundations as they forge their careers,
and make their way through this challenging and unpredictable
world.
Flick has been an exceptional leader, and a willing and able servant
of the school, and its community. She has impacted positively on
so many lives. She is widely revered, and is well known nationally
as a headmistress and an educator of the highest calibre. Flick’s
approachability and willingness to help others has resulted in
her being frequently consulted by colleagues, and parents during
times of distress. Flick has been a pillar of strength to many little
girls affected by problems at home.
…Flick is indeed one of a kind, and will be lovingly and warmly
remembered by the hundreds of girls and their parents who have
passed through the Junior School over the past 20 years. You have
made an amazing and indelible mark at this school. Many girls will
look back and agree that TWC is an apposite acronym for Truly
Wonderful Childhood.
…On behalf of parents, past and present, pupils past and present,
the Board and the entire Wykeham Collegiate community, I
warmly commend you on your years of dedicated service to this
school, and for your immensely positive contribution.
JEREMY BRINK
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Educational Matters
TWC
Teachers in 2014 find themselves in a balancing act between
seeing the need to embrace technology in teaching methods yet
holding this up against what they regard as the solid foundations
of past methods. The new offers a ‘glitz and glamour’ which young
people are drawn to, yet the old has the rigour and proof of result
which cannot be disregarded. The use of iPads in the classroom
exemplifies this struggle. I believe that currently an equilibrium
has been found and would like to share some of these findings to
show how this balance on the opposite scales of old and new can
be achieved.
There is an immediate sense of enthusiasm and adventure in
the children when an area is approached using the iPad; making
a movie about metals and non-metals, testing shapes through a
Keynote App, working with the Barefoot World 3-D Atlas App
to extend general knowledge of continents, capital cities and
bearings is immediately more engaging and exciting. In each of
these instances, learning is successfully achieved owing to the
simple teaching principle that has been known and understood
for decades: Tell me and I’ll forget; show me and I may remember;
involve me and I’ll understand. (Chinese Proverb) The iPad usage is
not about showing and telling; it is about the students themselves
doing; it is the ultimate involvement needed for internalisation.
The iPad, besides the obvious excitement and fun of usage, has the
potential for making work that is ordinarily tedious, but necessary,
a more positive experience for pupils. Spelling needs to be drilled,
and this can be dull, but the BitsBoard App makes this an eagerlyawaited Monday morning adventure in the Grade 3 classroom,
where drilling of spelling becomes something entertaining and
dynamic! In Maths, a larger number of calculations can be worked
through than on paper. These can be set at varying levels to allow
for individual pacing and abilities. Besides an infinite array of
useful and exciting educational apps, teachers use the iPad to
do simple re-takes of known tasks. Put a comprehension on by
photographing the text and questions, insert music and a video
link using the Book Creator App and suddenly a rather ordinary
task of completing a comprehension becomes a little different.
These are just a few of the many ways that teachers in the Junior
School are making use of this new technology. The important
thing is that teachers ask themselves why they want to use the
technology and how it will make the learning better.
Grade 4 girls engrossed in a
Maths extension exercise.
Kaia Govender.
Lerato Mokoatle.
Kian Green.
It is an undisputed fact that Technology and Education is an
excellent pairing if used with right reasoning and vision. It
will never replace an inspiring teacher; it will never replace the
importance of the relationship between pupils and educator. Our
challenge, however, is to continually reflect upon how we use
technology to enhance our teaching.
HEATHER ASHTON
DRAMA TEACHER
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Educational Matters
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TWC
‘Poppets’ could appear to be all fun and no learning. However,
arriving as a new Poppet is in itself a challenge for many little
girls. A number of the life skills are acquired during the Grade
RR (Poppets) year.
• The girls develop independence by carrying and packing their own bags, dressing themselves, remembering their notebooks, being helpers etc. This independence builds confidence and self-esteem.
• Conversations with their peers develop their thoughts and
language.
• Scribbles (writing) eventually become letters as the girls
become aware that writing carries a message.
• They learn to use the spoken word to express their feelings,
instead of resorting to actions, and so they develop
self-control.
• They learn to develop trusting relationships with adults outside the family.
• They learn kindness, patience, respect and sensitivity with regard to the feelings of others, and develop social skills.
• They learn to make choices and decisions. For example, which creative activity to do or whether to play inside or outside.
• They learn the consequences of actions and how to make a plan or overcome obstacles.
• They learn the importance of manners and how to be part of a team. For example, sharing, taking turns, tidying-up.
It is during the informal, pre-school years that much emphasis
is placed on social and emotional development. A happy, welladjusted and secure child can then fly and realise her potential
in the formal school environment, and, indeed, in life beyond
school.
Tatum Laing serving
Malaeka Maharaj.
Hannah Bullock
and Kayla Hohls.
Zara Asmall.
Leletle Chitja washing
clothes at the washstand.
Shannon Holdsworth,
Lesedi Chokoe and
Kelly White looking at
the new microwave.
Zodidi Gumede, Sarah Stewart
and Emma Hatfield.
Zoë Thambiran.
Enjoying break-time in the enhanced Sensopathic
Garden are Grade 3s, Emma Harrison and Erin Ellis.
KERRY TIMMERMAN & CAROL SMITH
‘POPPETS’ (GRADE RR) TEACHERS
Hannah Moig concentrating
on cutting.
Regan Jones is ready
for swimming.
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Sianne Govender.
Olivia Mackenzie in the Dolls Room.
Lilianna Reitz enjoying
the painting activities.
Courtney Crookes and Julianne Lewis
during a Life Sciences lesson.
Georgie Harries and Hannah
Durow examine an eye in one of
the Senior School laboratories.
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Community Service
Easter Egg Collection
Christian Club
All Junior School families who responded so positively to our
Easter Egg appeal are sincerely thanked. We collected over 12 000
Easter eggs. Twelve Grade 5 girls accompanied me to Northdale
Hospital where 540 Easter eggs were handed out to the patients
and the children in the staff crèche. Easter eggs were also delivered
to over 50 other organisations. The beneficiaries of these Easter
eggs are always most appreciative.
SHARON WOODLEY
(GRADE 5 TEACHER)
Girls waiting to distribute Easter
eggs at Northdale Hospital.
L to R : Pumla Mtshali, Lerusha Moodley,
Chelsea Walden, Claire Christophers and Emma Wayt.
Lesley Tongoona giving baby
Mtombeule Mxhosa and his granny,
Mrs Mxhosa, an Easter egg.
Visit to
Mbubu
Crèche
Nombusa Duma and baby Amuhle
being presented with an Easter
egg by Chelsea Walden.
Paige Mackenzie playing
with children.
Izinkozi
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Christian Club
Once again this year has been about getting closer to God and
examining the attitudes and skills we need in order to live life His
way. We did this by looking at four themes over the course of the
year:
Let every Heart Prepare Him room
We were amazed at how often the bible refers to the heart! We
looked at a different verse each week and explored what each
meant. Two of our favourites were: ‘I have hidden your word in
my heart’ (Psalm 119:11a) and ‘He heals the broken-hearted’ (Psalm
147v3). The girls made heart-shaped prayers for people that
they knew were ‘broken-hearted’ and so many commented on
what these simple prayers meant to people in their families and
communities.
Bee-happy attitudes (beattitudes)
After looking at the famous words of Jesus
spoken in the Sermon on the Mount we
considered the attitudes that we should
live by. We discovered that if we could only
live faithfully by these attitudes, we would
truly ‘Bee-happy’. These sessions involved
Be a happy
much play around the words ‘be’ and ‘bee’
Bee-liever!
and they were certainly challenging lessons.
We were encouraged to be worshipful, merciful, pure of heart,
obedient and to be peace-makers!
Secrets!
This theme was based on a beautiful
Christian movie called The Secrets of
Jonathan Sperry. This is a true story about
a wonderful elderly man who shared the
truth of the gospel with a group of young
TWC
boys in his community through organising bible study groups for
young people. After watching the film, the girls got into discussion
groups and spoke about what the ‘secrets’ to life were that changed
the lives of the characters in the story. It was a powerful way to use
visual literacy to teach biblical lessons.
Tough Questions
This was our last theme for the year and it arose directly out of
our mission week in September. The Mission was a wonderful
week when we were visited by 7 SUIS (Scripture Union in the
Independent Schools) team members led by Matt Lewis and Xavier
Moran. The overall theme was Just Be Held and it was a week of
exploring how much God loves us and wants us to be His children.
It was kick-started by an enjoyable movie night and a worship
evening led by Matt Lewis. The following week we enjoyed special
assemblies, scripture lessons, a prayerful Christian Club time and
opportunities for the older girls to ask ‘tough questions’ during
sessions in the library at lunchtime. It was out of this last activity
that our final theme for the year arose. As teachers, we realise
that there are so many scary issues facing young people today and
children are much more aware at a younger age. Owing to time
restrictions a lot of these tough questions could not be dealt with
during our mission week – so we extended them to be part of
our last term’s theme at Christian Club. The girls were invited to
anonymously place ‘tough questions’ in a postbox and we chose
the ones that were more appropriate to all age groups to deal with
during our lunchtime. What a privilege (if somewhat challenging!)
to be able to talk to children on the biblical standpoint with regard
to divorce, suffering, death and other issues. We were grateful
to Xavier Moran from SUIS who so faithfully helped us prepare
sensitive and loving responses to some of these ‘tough’ questions.
LORA LAITHWAITE
CHRISTIAN CLUB CO-ORDINATOR
Scholarship Winners
Izinkozi participants, Syamthanda Ndlovu (L)
and Sanelisiwe Ngubane (R), involved with a
Creative Arts task during Saturday School.
Erin Sutton, Mpanga Kheswa,
Erin Muirhead and
Yolisa Khanyile enjoyed
looking after some babies.
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Hanifa Akoob interacts.
Front Row : (L to R) Erin Muirhead, Paige Mackenzie,
Jessica Bompas and Taylan Mornet.
Back Row : (L to R) Emma Huxtable,
Sigrid Aadnesgaard, Aaliyah Sacoor and Kate Archibald.
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News
I went to visit the museum. We saw lots of
big stuffed animals. My sister and I made
muffins with Mum. We gave some to Gran.
Yandisa Majola (Grade 1)
Emma Barnard (Grade RR)
News
The monkeys were tearing my trampoline.
There was chaos mummy stopped them
Keya Mudaliar (Grade 1)
News
I went to a holiday house to visit Tammy
we fed horses and they drooled all over my
hand we saw a naughty dog
Catherine Bracco (Grade 1)
Tamika Haripersad (Grade 1)
Shannon Holdsworth (Grade R)
News
News
I went to my friend Jordy for a play date.
We had a picnic.
Mum and I ran in the rain with our
umbrellas.
Daniela Filip-de Beer (Grade 1)
Daniela Filip-de Beer (Grade 1)
News
On Sataday my moms sept cosin came for
lunch. We had cholit moos for pedin. That
nite we slept on the floor. The next day we
maid a den. We went out for lunch.
Hannah Bullock (Grade 2)
I went to the beach and my sisters came
with me we went body surfing and boogy
boarding and swimming and we went
crayfishing. Wen we went back we had
mussels to eat.
Annabelle Walker (Grade 2)
Yesterday I made a cottage out of purple
flowers grass and ferns. I had fun making
it. After that I played soccer with my
German Shepherd. Her name is Vaka.
Neo-Entle Green (Grade 2)
I went to Jasrah’s party it was a science
party. We made science things I cood take
it home as a party pack. I swam in a pool.
Then Ntasha came to play. We maed a play
groop for Lucy my little sista. The next day
we swam in the pool we playd a mermaid
game.
Abigail Newman (Grade 2)
Irie-Mae Bailey (Grade RR)
News
I helped at the bike race I poured coke and
water then jelly babies to eat for energy
Grace Macaskill (Grade 1)
News
My house burnt down. It was Wednesday
I was so scared Isabella and Daniel were in
the house The fire grew bigger and bigger
and even bigger and then the fire-men
came to our house and sprayed the house.
Alexandra Uys (Grade 1)
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Leletle Chitja (Grade R)
News
I rescued a rabbit with Dad, Emma and my
granny it had blood near its eye.
Grace Wayt (Grade 1)
News
I went to Joburg to see Holiday on Ice. It
was sparkly with lots of pretty dresses.
Tamika Haripersad (Grade 1)
News
Last night I went to school with My Mum.
I danced with my Mum and exercised with
a Zumba lady. We play musical statues. I
loved the music after all that stuff I went
to showed my mum my classroom and
then I went home.
Jordan Zwart (Grade 2)
Let me introduce one of my
favourite people
favourite people
Sayuri is my cousin. She is 11 years old and
has beautiful black hair and a wonky smile
with lovely brown eyes, and a beauty spot
above her lip.
Faye, my gran but I call her Gugu. She
always wears white long pants and a long
T-shirt and she always looks pretty. She
wears orange lipstick that makes her have
a big smile.
She adores books but only the ones that
suit her. She is very funny, excitable and
artistic.
News
News
Ruth Hatfield (Grade 1)
Riley Liddell (Grade 1)
Fear
She is one of my favourite people because
she makes me feel better when I’m sad.
She helps me look after my baby cousin
Prajna. And she looks after my other crazy
cousins.
Saskia Sarawan (Grade 3)
Fear is gray
And tastes like sand
It smells like a burnt house
And looks like a dead rat
It sounds like a gun shot
Fear feels like you are in danger.
Okuhle Kumalo (Grade 3)
She is one of my favourite people because
she is part of my family and is kind to me
and likes to see me.
Gigi Bekker (Grade 3)
favourite people
Zaheer is my dad. He has short black
hair, a short black beard and glasses. He
loves to wear coats and has a little bit of
freckles.
My dad is a Neurologist. He loves to play
with my sisters and I. He loves golf. He
loves to run.
Joy
Joy is yellow
it tastes like honey
Joy smells like jasmine.
It looks like a summer day.
Joy sounds like a budgie cheeping
it feels like a hug.
Sarah Stewart (Grade 3)
Her favourite thing to do is bridge, she is
very good at it. She likes to make everyone
happy and most of all she loves to look
after me and give me big hugs.
Mitishka Deeplaul (Grade 2)
I love my dad’s jokes and his smile, and
when it’s dark and my dad enters it is like
a bright light showing me where to go.
That’s why I love my dad so much.
Diyana Sacoor (Grade 3)
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Africa
Gideon
Autumn
I love ….
the colours of the Autumn leaves falling
from the trees,
the excitement of the Sharks playing
against the Lions,
the wildness of cheetahs running freely in
the Kruger National Park,
the call of the fish eagle gliding through
the sunset,
the freshness of the summer water
sparkling in the shining sun,
the smell of boerewors sizzling on the
braai,
the cry of the little piglet being born in the
stable
and the freedom of the wind blowing on
your face.
Emma Teichmann (Grade 4)
My pet hamster is Gideon. He is grey and
black with adorable ears and cute eyes.
My pet dislikes cats and dogs. He likes
food, water and people stroking him and
exercising. My hamster mostly sleeps
in the day and is awake in the night so
Gideon doesn’t have a bedtime.
Esihle Mthethwa (Grade 4)
Autumn tastes like warm peaches dipped
in golden syrup.
Autumn is the sound when you bite into a
ginger snap biscuit.
Autumn is the smell of chai tea.
Autumn is decadent apple pie.
Autumn is the comfort you get when you
look at a fire.
Autumn looks like red tomatoes.
Autumn is the sound of a flowing stream
through a yellow meadow.
Autumn smells like a fresh batch of bread.
Autumn is the time that leaves take flight
all over the world.
Autumn tastes like rich creamy chocolate.
Autumn feels like the cold frosty wind in
the morning.
And autumn is the time that the world
shines like gold.
Mutsa Mutevedzi (Grade 5)
Market Day
Early sun rising,
Every child chattering,
Silver coins tinkling,
Busy teachers carrying,
Lovely popcorn popping,
Angry policemen arresting,
Violent pillow throwing,
Autumn leaves falling,
High jumping-castles bouncing,
Happy shopkeepers selling,
Haunted houses frightening
Yummy corn dogs sizzling
Colourful hair painting
Loud music pumping
Screaming slippy-sliding,
Barefoot feet running.
Isabella Uys (Grade 4)
Lucy Mackenzie (Grade 2)
Erin Dickason (Grade 3)
This is me
Pet care Instructions
1. Please feed Lucy in the morning
(1 cup of Doggy Bites).
2. Lucy likes to wake up normally at
7:00 am. Take her outside to do her thing. Pick it up with a scoop.
3. Lucy is not allowed past the glass door.
4. Feed Lucy twice a day.
5. Bath her every Wednesday and Sunday.
6. She likes playing outside with her chew toys.
7. Lucy likes to jump into the pool just to cool down.
8. Lucy likes to sleep in the middle of my bed with a pink sparkly blanket.
9. You will find the food in the courtyard in the black bin.
10. Make sure you close the bin.
Kimberley Lewis (Grade 4)
I come from a family of four members.
My dad’s name is Greg and he works at
Harvard House. My Mom is Nicci and she
is a Mondi scientist. Hannah, my sister is
sixteen and she’s in Grade eleven at The
Wykeham Collegiate.
My interests are cooking, dancing and I
love puppies and dogs, and climbing trees.
My favourite foods are chicken salad, icecream, strawberries and chocolate.
My personality is fun, serious and smart.
My talents are ballet, swimming and
Maths.
Roxanne Thompson (Grade 2)
When I grow up I want to be a vet, teacher
or doctor.
I’m nine and in Grade 4. My name is
Rebecca and that’s me.
Rebecca Edwards (Grade 4)
What is love?
It is when my dog Mooshi keeps me warm
while watching a movie on a cold day.
Love is when my dad gives me a kiss when
I leave for school in the morning.
It is when my teacher says ‘Good job’ or
‘Spot on’.
Love is when my cousins from Durban call
me.
To help my Granny make tea and cakes.
Love is washing all the vegetables for my
mom.
For friends to lend me a helping hand.
For my parents to cheer me on at a gala,
that’s LOVE.
Jordyn Kopp (Grade 4)
Amirah Dhoda (Grade 3)
Tumbling Tuesday Bio poem
Michaela
Cheerful, eager and joyful,
love of horses, cats and sugar-gliders
who is able to do handstands, tumble
turns
and jump off the high diving board,
who feels like going to Ushaka, going
camping
or to the beach for the holidays,
who worries if the sky is going to fall
down,
who would like to fly, go to America
and swim with the dolphins,
who dreams of unicorns.
Michaela van Zuydam (Grade 5)
Aaliya Jassat (Grade 3)
Tumbling Tuesday Bio poem
Vania
Weird and funny
lover of animals, family, toys and Lindt
chocolate,
who is able to cook, be a pretend mom and
play good tennis,
who feels excited when we go toy
shopping,
who wonders what was there before God
and
what it feels like not to be alive,
who fears going somewhere alone, and the
dark,
who would like to become a vet
or travel the world
or even be an actress,
who dreams of having magic
of being a famous tennis player
or of being an animal.
Vania Manchev (Grade 5)
Jenna Daniel (Grade 3)
Saskia Sarawan (Grade 3)
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Jordan Zwart (Grade 2)
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Megan Mackenzie (Grade 4)
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Bubbles
It starts with a dip of the stick,
Then a blow through a hole,
And they’re off,
Floating through the air
Rolling, floating, higher and higher.
Wonderful colours
Shimmer in the bright sky.
The quiet field
Becomes full of excited children
Who dart around, shouting and clapping,
Laughing and popping bubbles,
Blowing more and more,
Making the fun last forever.
Helen Forde (Grade 6)
Kelly Zwart (Grade 4)
All about me
My name is Lerusha Moodley.
I am fun, shy and friendly.
My parents are Sundhress and Annie.
I have a brother named Kaelan.
I like to help my mom and dad.
I fear sharks, snakes and spiders.
I love to hear birds, crickets and music.
My favourite colour is forest green.
The foods I enjoy most are crab, curry and
rotis.
My happiest times are being with my
family.
My saddest memory was when my thatha
(grandmother) died.
My favourite word is ‘like’.
I am a TWC girl and I am so happy.
Lerusha Moodley (Grade 5)
A Hot Day
Sweat shimmers in the sunlight,
Then runs down my chin
Onto the hot beach sand.
I drop my towel,
Shake off my slip slops
And dive into the icy waves.
I’m a mermaid swishing my tail
This way and that,
feeling luminous coloured fish
Shining in the shimmering water.
Zia Hoppé (Grade 5)
Hannah Essa (Grade 5)
Bubbles
Something about me
Pop, pop, pop the bubbles go
Green, purple, yellow and blue
Swaying lightly in the wind.
Delicate gems on glistening dew drops
Perhaps fairies or little elves.
I touch one with my finger
Feel the dampness, then hear a pop,
And the exquisite jewels disappear.
I blow again
This time the bubbles are bigger
And I imagine scary trolls and
Scary monsters baring their teeth
But then I hear pop, pop, pop
And I’m no longer afraid.
Asma Noorgat (Grade 6)
I have blonde hair and blue eyes. My mum
says I take after my dad.
Something about me
Zia van Niekerk (Grade 4)
My favourite subjects are maths, drama
and art. I love working out long division
and problem solving. My mom says I
was born for the stage and that I have an
artistic eye.
My favourite animals are dogs. A few years
ago I watched an inspiring movie about
a courageous dog, Lassie. I also enjoy
reading. My favourite author is Michael
Morpurgo. I love to cook and bake, my
mom says I’m a cooking machine.
Jamie Sibiya (Grade 6)
Lerato Mokoatle (Grade 4)
I love lemurs. During the holidays I
watched Madegascar 3, it was so funny
and it had such amazing performances. I
also love to go running in the forest with
my dogs and my favourite route is the
World’s View path.
Julia Wills (Grade 6)
Something about me
My dad was born and raised in Harare and
is a doctor in Bulawayo. My mom was born
in Zambia. She is a Paediatrician.
Break time is my favourite time of the day,
because I like talking with my friends for
a longer time. My hobbies are riding my
scooter, painting, reading and making
grilled cheese sandwiches. My favourite
movie is Life of Pi. My favourite author is
Jacqueline Wilson.
Thanda Madekurozwa (Grade 6)
Chloë Groening (Grade 5)
Apple
The sweet, delicate apple blossom
slowly bears a new creation.
A deep crimson skin shines proudly,
speckled and dimpled.
A starred heaven hides
on the surface of its skin.
Millions of pin-prick stars
carelessly sweep the pale pink and
crimson Milky Way.
The scent hints of nature, spring,
and the early dawn.
There’s a sharp crack
as I puncture the skin
firm and protective
concealing the treasures within.
A burst of
fresh, sweet flavours
delicious.
Only the core remains
after the juicy drops
like the morning first dew
have oozed from within.
Kate Archibald (Grade 7)
Jaimie Sibiya (Grade 6)
Yyonna-Shelly Padayachee (Grade 5)
Diya Singh (Grade 4)
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I hate apples and Brussels Sprouts.
Jordyn-Lee Moosa (Grade 5)
Chanel Lőtter (Grade 6)
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Excerpts from Grade 7 letters;
January 2014
This year I am looking forward to
monitoring, being a ‘Happy Helper’,
looking after the littlies at their Gala
and Sporty tots, attending the Grade 7
Farewell dinner and definitely going to
Twinstreams. I’m also pleased to have
lots of privileges like being picked up and
dropped off at the Poppets gate, ringing
the bell, sitting on the top step and in the
Grade 7 quad.
I’m going to try to be a good role model
to the younger children and set a right
example and try my best in all that I do
because this is my last year in the Junior
School.
Angela Coolbear (Grade 7)
Alice Beckett (Grade 6)
This is going to be a fantastic year.
Emma De Klerk (Grade 7)
Waking up on Sunday
mornings
I like waking up late on Sunday mornings.
Cocooned in my bedroom, the sounds
of the waking house begin to prickle my
consciousness. The muffled chatter of
my parents mingles with the clinking of
crockery as they prepare breakfast. The
trilling of my sisters in an unconducted
duet accompanied by the gentle
percussion of clip clopping horses hooves.
The low buzz of an energetic neighbour’s
lawn mower is part of this lullaby. The
sizzle of bacon makes me emerge from my
warm cocoon.
Isabella Clarke (Grade 7)
Bianca Mairs (Grade 7)
Kelsey Bartman (Grade 6)
Powerfully
Powerfully the eagle soars up high,
Powerfully the albatross swoops down
from the sky,
Powerfully the cheetah sprints across the
plains,
Powerfully the horses break free from
their reins,
Powerfully the runner sprints with all her
might,
Powerfully the boxer wins the fight,
Powerfully the government enforces a new
law,
Powerfully the lion gives a huge roar,
Powerfully the Ferrari speeds down the
road,
Powerfully the camel endures the heavy
load,
Powerfully the soldier conquers the pain,
Powerfully the lightning strikes again.
Holly Soderlund (Grade 7)
Proudly
Proudly the tsunami claims the land.
Proudly the soldier shakes the president’s
hand.
Proudly the eagle soars through the sky.
Proudly the mother hears her first baby’s
cry.
Proudly the athlete holds up his gold.
Proudly the wrestler shows his muscles,
big and bold.
Aaliyah Sacoor (Grade 7)
Erin Jenkins (Grade 7)
Erin Sutton (Grade 7)
I love kitchens
The beating of eggs,
the ping of the oven,
the sizzle of the spitting pan,
the whistle of the kettle on the gas stove,
the drone of the blender,
the squeak of the washed dishes,
the swish of the icing of a freshly baked
cake.
I love kitchens.
Shané Markgraaff (Grade 7)
Anele Dlamini (Grade 7)
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Laura Quin (Grade 6)
Mpanga Kheswa (Grade 7)
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Drama
Albert Einstein said that imagination is more important than
knowledge, which seems a boldly sweeping statement at first
perusal. But think again. Consider that knowledge can be gleaned
from books and internet sites but imagination cannot be indexed
from any book. Rather, it is something that must be fostered and
nurtured and allowed to grow. I count myself privileged to be in
a field of learning that has imagination at its very heart. Drama
is about imagination. Drama is imagination. Drama demands
imagination. Sometimes it will be found in a simple task of having
to grapple with how a group of 3 pupils can create an alphabetical
letter with their bodies. Sometimes it may be in an individual
considering how to show that she is an inanimate object through
body shape, sound and movement. Perhaps it is a group of learners
constructing a choreography to a piece of music. No matter what
the situation, a crucial maxim in the teaching of imagination is
to follow this sentiment from George Smith Patton: Never tell
people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise
you with their ingenuity. I am continually amazed and delighted
with the work that my young pupils come up with given the right
guidance and framework. I think it a fitting tribute to the work
we do in Drama that this year’s school play was a dabble in an
imaginative world of the Faraway Tree Series. What a joy to work
with pupils who are willing to extend themselves, to experiment, to
playfully explore the endless possibilities of the imagination.
Perhaps imagination is intelligence having fun. (George Scialabba)
HEATHER ASHTON
(Drama Teacher)
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Jane, from Puppet World, presented her show for the Poppets,
Grade Rs, 1s and 2s on Thursday 13 March. She reminded us, very
clearly and memorably, of what we need to do to keep healthy and
safe. The puppets, theatre and props were, as usual, exquisitely
made and beautifully presented. There was lots of singing and
audience participation and the girls responded with great energy
and enthusiasm.
The show started with Bongani and Lucy on the way to the beach.
A strange lady wanted to show them her puppies in her car. We
were reminded to be careful of strangers and to say – ‘No!’ They
had to cross a busy road. Jane attached a map to the front of the
theatre. We learnt the road signs, to always cross on the zebra
crossing and look carefully before crossing a road. Some of the
Poppets and Grade Rs sat in cars on the side of the stage. They had
to buckle up and put their litter in a packet – it must not go out of
the window. We then moved to a lovely beach scene. Emma had to
put sunscreen on, wear a hat, have an umbrella and drink lots of
water. The Grade 2s were lifeguards; we had flags and an ocean and
the girls were swept by the currents. On the way back the puppet,
Elizabeth, fell and blood poured out of her leg. We were reminded
not to touch other people’s blood. Jane told us that we have cells
which are like soldiers and protect us. Sometimes our cells are too
weak to fight disease and germs. Jane put up a food triangle to
remind us to eat the right foods to stay healthy. We must wash
our hands with soap and water. This was well demonstrated by
Bianca with a real tap on the stage. We need to go to bed early as a
good sleep is important. Finally, we need to exercise, which we do
at school, but we need to remind our mums to walk and go to the
gym like the puppets in the final song.
Hannah Moig and Nicola
Carshagen (Grade R).
Olivia Kinvig (Grade R).
The puppet shows are always a great treat and this was no
exception.
Tatum Chalk, Lesley Tongoona, Cassie Meyer.
[From above and then left] Sharaé Singh,
Ashleigh Starmer, Alice Beckett.
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CLAIRE SNYDERS
DRAMA TEACHER
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Drama
The Grades 3 to 7 pupils were treated to an entertaining and
informative piece of theatre on 19 February in the Atrium. We
thought it fitting in the light of the recent passing of Madiba to
invite Heather Tomlinson of PuppetWorld to share her creation. It
is no easy feat to convert this difficult subject matter into a puppet
show accessible to a young audience. Yet Heather did an admirable
job by using striking imagery and extensive audience participation
to lift the sometimes heavy content.
A powerful visual statement was made with children manipulating
large puppets of different races towards a bench, only to find
some puppets being sent away to stand to the side as it was a
‘Whites Only’ bench. The famous Hector Peterson photograph
was captured simply and poignantly with an actor moving out to
scoop up a limp puppet and carry him off stage, replicating that
well-known image. Many joyous moments were also shared too.
Not many of us will forget the goosebump-inducing image of the
puppet Mandela and De Klerk shaking hands above the Victor
Verster set at Mandela’s moment of release from prison. Nor will
we forget the Mandela puppet wearing his iconic rugby jersey and
cheering the National team above the stadium.
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The children thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the dance and
riot included in the show as they moved chronologically through
Mandela’s life and political involvement. How wonderful the
Soccer World Cup was made with extensive participation from
pupils. Different countries’ flag-bearers waved their huge flags as
they circled the Atrium seating and girls with shakers continued
the festive atmosphere on the stage!
Perhaps most significant of all is to note that Heather created all
the puppets and set pieces herself. We all loved watching the rural
Transkei scene with her beautifully-detailed ethnic characters and
the charming dancing Nguni cows!
I am sure that the girls all learnt a lot whilst being thoroughly
entertained during this show.
HEATHER ASHTON
DRAMA TEACHER
Lilly Steiner.
Emma Hatfield.
Tshama Bilenge.
Belinda Mabaso.
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Tatum Chalk.
Amy Smith, Kimberley Lewis,
Yashka Rabichand with
Maeve Miranda in front.
Vania Manchev, Megan Mackenzie
and Chané van Niekerk.
Sophie De Klerk, Caitlin
Burczak and Tatum
Chalk making friends.
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Green Team members at Free
Me Animal Rehabilitation
Centre, in Howick, about to
donate food and towels.
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Vivienne Reitz and Georgia Aiston
buckling up for their outing.
Grade RR • Mrs Smith
Front Row: Moyosoreoluwa Awolesi, Siphelele Phetha, Gracie Delange.
Middle Row: Zamaswati Gama, Anah Samuel, Mrs Smith, Emma Barnard, Mrs Wright , Irie-Mae Bailey, Peyton Phillips.
Back Row: Natallia Paul, Fearne McDonogh, Mrs Mchunu (Class Assistant), Priyasha Lutchman, Mikjé Böcking.
Grade RR • Mrs Timmerman
Front Row: Carla Munro, Abongile Lotz, Vivienne Reitz, Georgia Aiston.
Middle Row: Elethu Manentsa, Jaina Baldavoo, Mrs Timmerman, Libby Chapman, Mrs Wright, Zita Sewram, Shin-Ye Chen.
Back Row: Taylin Havinga, Zoë Janas, Mrs Mchunu (Class Assistant), Jamie Zwart, Zisanda Hulane.
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Some happy, some in awe – Poppets
(Grade RR) visit to Pet World.
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Turanya Rugbeer and Reese Laing.
Keona Pillay and Regan Jones
playing on the monkey bars.
(Back to Front) : Kelly White,
Reese Laing and Olivia Mackenzie
riding a wooden elephant.
Minivuyo Nota gathering leaves.
Grade R • Mrs Bailey
Front Row: Minnie Nota, Iysti Sewram, Reese Laing, Tori Jackson, Olivia Kinvig, Lunathi Mkasi, Zanda Memela.
Middle Row: Keona Pillay, Olivia Mackenzie, Sandiswa Madlala, Mrs Bailey, Mishti Deeplaul, Mrs Wright, Kelly White, Lesedi Chokoe.
Back Row: Hindi Rajbally, Tyler Moodley, Shannon Holdsworth, Zoya Omar, Zoë Thambiran, Malaeka Maharaj.
Tori Jackson and Hannah Moig.
Grade R • Mrs Braithwaite
Front Row: Regan Jones, Ayabonga Shezi, Hannah Moig, Diya Sukraj, Leletle Chitja.
Middle Row: Joselyn Huggett, Jasmin Alston-Stewart, Turanya Rugbeer, Mrs Wright, Lilianna Reitz, Zara Asmall.
Back Row: Nicola Carshagen, Pari Govender, Mrs Braithwaite, Siyamthanda Ntombela, Amaanah Yacoob, Saiyuri Naidu, Sianne Govender.
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Ayabonga Shezi and Jasmin Alston-Stewart.
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Riley Liddell and Sarah Essa.
Amelie Joubert, Yandisa Majola,
Abbi Chalk and Grace Macaskill.
Grade 1 • Mrs Black
Front Row: Keanna-Kadine Padayachee, Dhenay Pillay, Lolwethu Hadebe, Grace Macaskill, Elle Glasspoole, Keya Mudaliar, Asande Zondi, Danielle Baxter.
Middle Row: Zoë Harper, Abbie Chalk, Mrs Black, Isabell Human, Mrs Wright, Anabelle Stewart and Catherine Bracco.
Back Row: Alexandra Uys, Zara Gilson, Simoné du Plessis, Jhuwareeyah Moosa, Awethu Ndlovu, Amy Goddard, Ruth Hatfield,
Saaliha Moosa and Bianca Bentley.
Grade 1 • Mrs Mustard
Front Row: Bhavna Heeralal, Daniela Filip-de Beer, Maseeha Noorgat, Tiana Bhoola, Topeka Koning, Sarah Essa, Robyn Chapman, Grace Wayt.
Middle Row: Georgie Macaskill, Jessica Henderson, Megan van Deventer, Mrs Mustard, Rachel Browning, Mrs Wright, Ella Hoepfl,
Ayesha Jassat, Yandisa Majola.
Back Row: Isabella Moig, Amelie Joubert, Tamika Haripersad, Riley Liddell, Grace Wardlaw, Babalwa Fanayo, Brie Dass, Khanya Mtshemla.
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Robyn Chapman, Riley Liddell,
Daniela Filip-de Beer,
Megan van Deventer, Rachel Browning.
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Londiwe Ngwena.
Hannah Bullock quietly sitting next to a
butterfly drinking from an orange slice.
Grade 2 • Mrs Berndsen
Front Row: Hannah Bullock, Raeesa Moosa, Lisa Carshagen, Kate Macaskill, Jorja Kinvig, L’Oreal Samuel, Zoé Panczyk.
Middle Row: Kalia Govender, Mrs Berndsen, Jenna-Rose Aylward, Tatum Laing, Londiwe Ngwenya, Mrs Wright, Zeqophelo Ndlovu.
Back Row: Megan Huggett, Emily Martens, Azaria Pillay, Tayla Kopp, Mariam Yacoob, Roxanne Thompson, Neo Green, Shriya Nankan, Kayla Hohls.
Bakhusele Ngcobo with a
butterfly on her head.
Grade 2 • Mrs Liversidge
Front Row: Emily Bernhard, Keira Naidoo, Rebecca Fisher, Jasrah Hussain, Georgina Clarke, Bakhusele Ngcobo, Abigail Newman,
Annabelle Walker, Dhiya Bhagwan, Julie-Anne Bloy.
Middle Row: Lucy Mackenzie, Mrs Liversidge, Mitishka Deeplaul, Jordan Zwart, Mrs Wright, Gabriella Van Zuydam.
Back Row: Keira Abrams, Georgie Henderson, Natasha Urbanik, Stephanie Rautenbach, Kelly Moore, Kari Aadensgaard, Lungelo Sibiya, Fatima Kajee.
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Lucy Mackenzie and
Lungelo Sibiya.
Keira Abrams,
Stephanie Rautenbach,
Dhiya Bhagwan.
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Yaara Hussain and Saskia
Sarawan on their arrival
at Fairfield Farm.
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Girls about to sample
smoothies and drinking
yoghurts during the outing.
Grade 3 • Mrs Clarke
Front Row: Emma Hatfield, Amy Bloy, Alexa Govender, Erin Ellis, Sadie McCleary, Okuhle Kumalo, Nazahah Essack, Belinda Mabaso, Diya Samarjith.
Middle Row: Emma Harrison, Mrs Clarke, Kimé Brits, Fatimah Moosa, Mrs Wright, Maahira Essa.
Back Row: Erin Dickason, Morgan Appleton, Zodidi Gumede. Madison da Costa, Sarah Stewart, Jenna Goddard, Sarah Browning,
Georgia Bekker, Storm Fradl.
Grade 3 girls enjoying snack time
outside in the wintery sun while on an
outing to the Birds of Prey Centre.
Grade 3 • Mrs Laithwaite
Front Row: Saskia Sarawan, Emma Marcovich, Hashmika Heeralal, Sphesihle Mkhwanazi, Jenna Daniel, Rachel Graves, Ashleigh Mackintosh,
Abigail Alston-Stewart, Cydney Brauteseth.
Middle Row: Aaliya Jassat (kneeling), Jenna Henning, Mrs Laithwaite, Alexandra Hugo, Megan Horsley, Mrs Wright, Jenna Pepworth.
Back Row: Itai Mubako, Jessica Longmore, Amirah Dhoda, Diyana Sacoor, Chloë Declerck, Yaara Hussain, Jessica Margarites, Sarah de Valence.
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Emily Starmer collecting eggs
on her visit to Maywood Farm.
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Enjoying the sunshine on a cold winter’s
day at Maywood Farm are good friends,
Lerato Mokoatle and Rachel Morrish.
Grade 4 • Mrs Rabe
Front Row: Rachel Dale, McKenzie Mornet, Esihle Mthethwa, Yasmine Mahomed, Amirah Cassimjee, Abby Daugherty, Amy Smith.
Middle Row: Nitara Visvanathan, Mrs Rabe, Nesisa Mthembu, Tolayo Ojo, Mrs Wright, Kiara Naidoo.
Back Row: Emily Starmer, Kimberley Lewis, Zia van Niekerk, Tshama Bilenge, Rebecca Edwards, Yonda Mnyani, Kelly Zwart.
Tilly Bentley and
Rebecca Edwards.
Lucy Gilson.
Grade 4 • Mrs Tatham
Front Row: Aqeela Mahomed, Lerato Mokoatle, Nelissa Thompson, Tilly Bentley, Okuhle Mnyoni, Emma Teichmann, Kian Green, Kaia Govender.
Middle Row: Jordyn Kopp, Mrs Tatham, Renée Maritz, Rachel Morrish, Mrs Wright, Athaliah Pillay.
Back Row: Mbali Gama, Kathleen Forde, Megan Mackenzie, Botheo Chitja, Diya Singh, Isabella Uys, Lilly Steiner, Lerato Shezi.
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Abby Daugherty, Liam Bekker
and Rachel Morrish.
Amy Smith and Jordyn Kopp.
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Grade 5 • Mrs Ryan
Front Row: Hannah Essa, Yashka Rabichand, Gemma Bernhard, Manehella Madi, Georgina Howard, Zara Inglis.
Middle Row: Nomvelo Tshabalala, Mrs Ryan, Aphiwe Ndaba, Thirusha Naidoo, Mrs Wright, Vania Manchev.
Back Row: Sai’an Dhayaram, Paige Brombacher, Michaela van Zuydum, Aisha Ameen, Chané van Niekerk, Ziyaan Dhoda, Jordyn-Lee Moosa,
Chloë Groening, Kenya Msimang, Sophie De Klerk.
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Georgie Howard, Vania Manchev and
Zia Hoppé outside the Sharks Board.
Grade 5 • Mrs Woodley
Front Row: Claire Christophers, Naseeha Moosa , Taetyn Anderson, Kimaya Nankan.
Middle Row: Maeve Miranda, Mrs Woodley, Christina Clarke, Lesley Tongoona, Mrs Wright, Zia Hoppé.
Back Row: Yyonna-Shelly Padayachee, Tatum Chalk, Lerusha Moodley, Brooke Aylward, Chelsea Walden, Payge Ovenstone, Luthando Hlongwane,
Laila Maher, Caitlin Burczak, Pumla Mtshali, Emma Wayt, Cassie Meyer.
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Zara Inglis.
Claire Christophers and
Manehella Madi.
Chelsea Walden.
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Daniella Abreu, Fiza Jagarnath
and Sarah Ryan.
Ayanda Phetha,
Asma Noorgat,
Ashleigh Starmer and
Pranjal Gongal.
Grade 6s at Mandela
Capture Site.
Grade 6 • Mrs Burczak
Front Row: Danalyn Schmidt, Ashleigh Starmer, Jaimie Sibiya, Julia Wills, Ashley Voller, Ayanda Phetha.
Middle Row: Tabitha Stewart, Kayleigh Naidoo, Mrs Burczak, Olivia Morrish, Yashna Allopi, Mrs Wright, Alice Beckett,
Thejna Pannalall, Caroline Coolbear.
Back Row: Danielle Grobler, Chanel Lötter, Kelsey Bartman, Taskeen Moosa, Thanda Madekurozwa, Sharaé Singh, Faathima Mota,
Gabriella Cuturi, Hamida Moosa, Chloë Smith, Rachael Knoop, Jozie Wright.
Thanda Madekurozwa on
a wobbly balancing pole
on the obstacle course.
Hiking to God’s Window.
Caroline Coolbear,
Carla Dias and
Catherine Dent.
Grade 6 • Mrs Ritson
Front Row: Kelly Wilkins, Daniela Abreu, Clarice Van Niekerk, Tahiya Essa, Tasmika Khoosal, Fathima Dhoda, Liah Dass.
2nd Row: Catherine Dent, Mrs Ritson, Sarah Ryan, Julie Trodd, Mrs Wright, Asma Noorgat.
3rd Row: Pranjal Gongal, Charné Smith, Laura Quin, Katherine Elmer-English, Zandile Sibiya, Rachael Jackson, Nomcebo Zuma.
Back Row: Fiza Jagarnath, Carla Dias, Helen Forde, Serena Almonte, Alexia Rautenbach, Shelby O’Connell, Tyla Farina, Teagan Kroukamp.
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Giggles of excitement and happiness filled the bus as we
made our way to Twinstreams. As we exited the bus, we were
greeted by our very friendly guides, Raynard, Thoko and
Junior, and began our ‘3-kilometre’ hike to our camps, Sinkwe
Centre and Mick’s Park, which turned out to be only about
500 metres away.
Grade 7 • Miss Leimecke
Front Row: Julianne Lewis, Aadila Kajee, Fathima Zahra Noorgat, Caitlin van der Velden, Mpanga Kheswa, Shané Markgraaff, Emma Griffin.
Middle Row: Courtney Crookes, Ms Leimecke, Olwethu Mtshemla, Siddhi Purmasir, Lara Cutelli, Mrs Wright, Rachel Kegge.
Back Row: Georgina Harries, Isabella Clarke, Sarah Bonsma, Celeste Ngwira, Yona Gwiliza, Megan Wayt, Bianca Mairs,
Thanushri Padayachi, Hannah Durow, Lauren Jones, Megan Carter, Emma De Klerk, Aaliyah Ayoob.
Once we had unpacked, we were called for our orientation
of Twinstreams and what we could anticipate over the next
few days. Our two activities for that day were the obstacle
course and the forest hike, which taught us a lot about how
to work together as a team. That night we made dough, which
we cooked on the fire shortly before heading to the beach to
see which team could make the biggest SOS from sand.
Courtney Crookes,
Sarah Bonsma,
Bianca Mairs,
Celeste Ngwira and
Jessica Bompas.
Fathima Zahra Noorgat,
Sarah Bonsma, Erin Muirhead,
Paige Mackenzie and Kate Archibald.
The next day was probably the most exciting for all of us. We
had a 6-kilometre hike across a giant expanse of beautiful
beach to reach the mangroves and a wide and enticing
section of the Tugela River, where we paddled in canoes,
and our favourite, doused ourselves in mangrove mud. We
learnt about large crabs that live in the mangroves and eat
yellow leaves which they pick up with their one giant, red
pincer, and small crabs with pink pincers that they move in
a circular motion. As we were about to head back to camp,
we all leapt as far as we could off the top of giant dunes. That
night was the talent show, which was hilarious. The singing
was amazing.
The next day, we were woken up early so that we could ride
horses which we had yet to discover was piggy-backing our
friends.
The food was delicious, and the people were amazing. We
will treasure our memories of Twinstreams forever.
Grade 7 • Mrs Rogers
Front Row: Sigrid Aadnesgaard, Erin Jenkins, Yolisa Khanyile, Hanifa Akoob, Anele Dlamini, Paulina Mitropoulos, Diya Naidoo.
2nd Row: Samantha Gilson, Mrs Rogers, Savannah Lotze, Erin Sutton, Emma Huxtable, Mrs Wright, Taylan Mornet, Kate Archibald.
3rd Row: Mia Bradford, Paula Lekana, Rebecca Munitich, Frances Martin, Samantha Kahari.
Back Row: Salma Mahomed, Aaliyah Sacoor, Holly Soderlund, Paige Mackenzie, Angela Coolbear, Jessica Bompas.
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Holly Soderlund (Grade 7)
This page is generously sponsored by The Dillschnitter Family.
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TWC Staff
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TWC Staff
TWC
FAREWELL: GUSTA LEIMECKE
In 1993 Gusta Leimecke was appointed to The Wykeham Collegiate
as the Grade 4 class teacher and Afrikaans specialist for Grades 4
to 7. The following year became the first of many as a Grade 7 class
teacher. Her candid discussions, interest in each child’s life and
loving care have endeared her to her pupils. In the ensuing years,
she has also taught Grades 3, 5, 6 and 7 various subjects such as
Geography, Art, History, LO and Afrikaans.
Miss Leimecke has been a sport fanatic from the time she was a
school girl. Her expertise in many disciplines of sport has been
invaluable to the TWC Junior School. She has devoted hours and
hours to coaching swimming, hockey, netball and athletics. Many
a girl has become adept at hurdling, keen to play either hockey
or netball and improved her swimming times and strokes owing
to her patience, encouragement and love of these sports. She is a
fountain of knowledge on a Monday morning after a weekend of
provincial and national sport events. She can hold her own, too,
discussing rugby with male counterparts, and for years didn’t miss
a match at the then King’s Park Stadium.
Front Row: Sue Tatham, Jean Clarke, Fiona Hedderwick, Helen Rogers, Flick Wright (Headmistress) Julie Mustard, Gusta Leimecke,
Karin Braithwaite, Lora Laithwaite.
Middle Row: Sharon Mchunu, Sherrel Michie, Pam Liversidge, Wendy Ritson, Mary-Lou Kemp, Bev Black, Sharon Woodley, Maureen St John-Ward,
Glen Jenkins, Wendy Boshoff, Janet Bailey, Catherine Berndsen.
Back Row: Chanti Firman, Hannah Gardiner (Intern), Heather Ashton, Claire Snyders, Carol Smith, Leslie Burczak, Jane Ryan, Karin Rabe,
Leslie Duffy, Kerry Timmerman, Gaynor Weir.
FAREWELL: HAZEL ASH
Miss Leimecke has taken a vital interest in all aspects of school life
and will be remembered most fondly by the girls. As a staff member,
her helpfulness and selflessness have always been appreciated
and will be missed. We thank her for her loyalty and exceptional
service to The Wykeham Collegiate. We wish her a retirement full
of good health, sunshine, long lazes with time to read, happy trips
overseas and special times with her beloved family.
Gusta Leimecke.
HELEN ROGERS
CURRICULUM CO-ORDINATOR (GR 4 - 7)
Hazel Ash is a wise, approachable and pleasant lady who has been
committed to the well-being of our little girls from Poppets to
Grade Two at After-Care. She has been employed in both a fulltime and a part-time capacity since 2004.
The girls describe Mrs Ash as a ‘kind, gentle and helpful lady who
listens to the stories that we share, and who laughs with us’. Mrs
Ash has read many wonderful stories, and has been engaged in
various worthwhile and enjoyable activities with our girls.
Alistair Cuff,
Helen Rogers,
Lesley Burczak
and Julie Mustard
keeping a close eye
on the results.
Hazel Ash retires at the end of 2014. We thank her for her dedicated
service to The Wykeham Collegiate After-Care facility. Our wish is
that she will be richly blessed, and that she will experience much
happiness, peace and good health as she spends time with her
husband, family and friends during her retirement.
JULIE MUSTARD
FOUNDATION PHASE
CO-ORDINATOR
Hazel Ash.
Jean Clarke and Sarah Johnson.
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This page is generously sponsored by Capitol Caterers.
Maureen St John Ward
multitasking.
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Music
Girls in all grades attend class music lessons and, on a regular basis
when I am showing prospective parents around the school, we visit
the Music Room. It is with confidence that I apprise visitors of the
music programme in the Junior School.
I continue to feel immensely proud of the range and calibre of
music on offer. This is reflected in the number of choristers and
instrumentalists in both the Junior and the Senior School, and in
how well the girls fare in competitions, school plays, eisteddfods
and exams.
Leslie Duffy works tirelessly to nurture an appreciation of music
and to develop each child’s ability. She is quick to use the ideas and
talents of the girls, thus encouraging them to experiment and to
really enjoy music.
All girls in Grade 2 learn
to play the recorder.
This year Jenny du Plessis has also assisted in the Music Department
and I thank her for her reliability, efficiency and willingness to
help.
Band director, Janine Theron, is widely respected for the
exceptional quality of the Junior and Senior Wind Ensembles.
They are a distinctive feature of TWC and draw frequent accolades.
FLICK WRIGHT
HEADMISTRESS
Rebecca Edwards, Tshama Bilenge, Kelly Zwart, Esihle Mthethwa
and Abby Daugherty working on a dance / music routine.
Grades RR and R girls delight
in playing instruments.
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Special Events
Tatum Chalk cleaning
up after baking.
Grade 7s, Hanifa Akoob, Aaliyah Sacoor,
Kate Archibald and Rebecca Munitich, thrilled
with their triple scoop ice creams. Grade 7
R girls were awarded this treat for having
sold the most tickets in the Car Raffle.
Grade 1s enjoy their ‘goodies’ bought at the
Grade 7 Cake Sale: Topeka Koning, Megan
van Deventer and Daniela Filip-de Beer.
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Kimaya Nankan about to
take her biscuits out of
the oven.
Shannon Holdsworth, Zoë Janas, Lesedi
Chokoe, Ayabonga Shezi, Minnie Nota.
Grade 7s, Erin Jenkins and Paula Lekana,
about to devour their ice creams.
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Special Events
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Caitlin Burczak dressed
and ready to bake.
Naseeha Moosa,
Vania Manchev,
Hannah Essa,
Taetyn Anderson and
Pumla Mtshali showing
off their gorgeous
Egyptian outfits.
Yyonna-Shelly Padayachee,
Lerusha Moodley,
Chané van Niekerk,
Nella Madi, Sophie De Klerk
and Paige Brombacher
enjoying the delicious
goodies they’ve baked.
Luthando Hlongwane
using the microwave.
Libby Chapman, Elethu Manentsa, Zita Sewram.
Making waffles in the
Creative Laboratory
are Emma Teichmann
and Megan Mackenzie
of Grade 4.
Kaia Govender, Diya Naidoo, Botheo Chitja,
Renée Maritz and Lilly Steiner.
Girls enjoying Market Day.
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Reading Matters
Once again the library has been a busy and happy place.
A highlight of the year was definitely the visit by esteemed author
and illustrator, Niki Daly, who enthralled girls from Grades 1 to
4 with his reading of his wonderful picture book, The Herd Boy.
He engaged staff and girls alike with his gentle manner and his
passion for literature.
Caroline Coolbear the
winner of The Golden Ticket
Reading Challenge.
This year saw the introduction of an extra weekly lesson for Grade
2s. This has allowed more time to explore authors and genres
in an informal way, before the formal research skills lessons are
introduced in Grade 3. Grade 2s also have the opportunity to read
to their teacher from a special collection of books set aside in The
Cosy, thus enhancing their reading skills.
Caroline Coolbear was the winner of The Golden Ticket Reading
Challenge, which was held in celebration of World Book Day.
Once again Stories by Candlelight for Grades RR to 3 marked the
occasion of Readathon Week. The involvement and engagement
of the Grade 11 Drama girls always adds an extra dimension of fun
and spontaneity, and their participation is greatly appreciated.
Research skills are practised in a fun and interactive way,
so as to make our girls independent and competent
researchers.
Parents who are not already members of the library are
invited to make use of our wonderful collection.
SHERREL MICHIE
LIBRARIAN
Girls sat spellbound while
listening to well-known author,
Niki Daly, reading from his latest
book entitled, The Herd Boy.
Bakhusele Ngcobo, Grace Wardlaw, Niki
Daly, Grace Wayt and Tiana Bhoola.
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Sport
Swimming
The Inter-House Gala was a great success
with some very close finishes. Campbell
House won and the Victrix Ludorum
winner, Erin Jenkins, was also from
Campbell House. The Aquatots Gala was a
wonderful morning of swimming and the
ability of the younger children was evident.
Our ‘B’ team held their own very nicely
in the ‘A’ Gala, being placed 7th overall.
At the Inter-Schools Swimming AGM,
it was unanimously decided that our ‘B’
team remain in the ‘A’ Gala owing to their
strength. Our ‘C’ team were well prepared
and gave of their best. They went on to win
the ‘D’ gala so will now participate in the
Inter-Schools ‘C’ Gala next year.
festivals). TWC won 29 matches, drew 5
and lost 13 matches. All the matches were
played in true TWC spirit with the girls
giving their all. Often the score did not
reflect the quality of our girls’ play.
Congratulations to the following girls, who
were selected for Midlands Netball: Mpana
Kheswa, Savannah Lotze and Taylan
Mornet.
TWC
Emma Huxtable competed in the SA Level
3 Championship Swimming Gala, where
she received 2 gold medals. Julie Trodd and
Sigrid Aadnesgaard also swam at the SA
Level 2 Championship Gala.
Tennis
Rebecca Munitich and Erin Jenkins.
Ayabonga Shezi (Grade R) in a board race
encouraged by Emma De Klerk (Grade 7).
The ‘A’ Swimming team won the Girls ‘A’
Inter-Schools Gala for the 17th consecutive
year. This gala was hosted by
St Charles College.
Proudly displaying the shield are:
Emma Huxtable, Erin Jenkins and
Jessica Bompas.
Our ‘A’ team won the Inter-Schools Gala
for the 17th consecutive year. The U13 relay
teams won the Relay Trophy.
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Owing to the interest in tennis, we have
enough competent players to field nine
teams, of which one team plays in the boys’
league. 54 matches (excluding festivals)
were played in total. TWC won 41, drew 4
and lost 9.
The following girls were chosen to
represent the Midlands Tennis Team:
Frances Martin, Alice Beckett, Jamie Sibiya,
Teagan Kroukamp and Pranjal Gongal. The
girls then went on to compete for the KZN
Tennis Team. Congratulations to Alice
Beckett and Pranjal Gongal who made it
into the KZN Tennis Team.
We are proud of the following girls who have
been chosen for the Midlands Tennis Team:
Back Row: Teagan Kroukamp,
Frances Martin, Pranjal Gongal
Front Row: Jaimie Sibiya and Alice Beckett.
Netball
This season we fielded ten netball teams.
47 Netball matches were played (excluding
who make up the teams and are dedicated
and enthusiastic.
Athletics
Other activities
Jessica Bompas ran in the S A Championships
and came 2nd in both the 100m and 200
m. She was also placed 2nd in the U15 age
group race (in a personal-best time).
Many girls represent TWC in activities
outside of school. We acknowledge their
successes.
Guest of Honour, Gusta Leimecke, with
age group medalists.
From L to R: Kelly Wilkins, Lesley Tongoona,
Megan Horsley, Jessica Bompas and
Kelly Zwart.
The following girls were selected to
represent the Midlands Swimming Team:
Sigrid Aadnesgaard, Megan Carter, Emma
Huxtable, Jessica Bompas, Olivia Morrish,
Danielle Grobler, Brooke Aylward, Paige
Brombacher, Abby Daugherty, Isabella Uys
and Kelly Zwart.
Inter-House Gala age group medallists with
Guest of Honour, Sarah Dixon.
Julie Trodd (U12), Brooke Aylward (U11), Abby
Daugherty (U10), Erin Jenkins (Open and
Victrix Ludorum) and Jessica Longmore (U9)
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Sport
Reese Laing, Hannah Moig and Lilianna Retiz
(Grade R).
Selected for the KZN Independent Schools
Netball team are:
Back Row: Savannah Lotze and
Anele Dlamini.
Front Row: Mpanga Kheswa and
Taylan Mornet.
Hockey
TWC had enough girls to field 8 teams.
65 matches were played (also excluding
the festivals). TWC won 51, drew 8 and
lost 6. Again, all matches were played in
wonderful spirit with the girls giving of
their best.
GAYNOR WEIR
SPORTS CO-ORDINATOR
In the South African Athletics
Championships in Sasolburg, Jess came first
in both the 100m and the 200m sprints – an
outstanding achievement.
The Inter-House Athletics meeting was a
great success with Crookes as the winning
House. Campbell won the Spirit Trophy
and O’Brien won the 1200 m Trophy. Jessica
Bompas broke the 80 m, 100 m and Long
Jump records and was the Victrix Ludorum.
Our top athletes competed in the Pelham
Inter-Schools and did very well despite the
harsh weather conditions. Jessica Bompas
broke three records (80 m, 100 m and Long
Jump)
The following girls were chosen to represent
uMgungundlovu Hockey District and KZN
Inland Hockey Teams: U13 – Courtney
Crookes, Sigrid Aadnesgaard, Emma
Griffin and Georgina Harries and U12 Alice Beckett, Jozie Wright and Teagan
Kroukamp.
Zama Gama, Mrs Wright and Zisanda Hulane
at the Mini-Comrades Marathon.
100-Lap
Challenge
Congratulations to the following girls for
being the first in their grades to complete
100 laps : Megan Carter, Laura Quin,
Clarice van Niekerk, Chané van Niekerk,
Sophie De Klerk, McKenzie Mornet, Esihle
Mthethwa, Georgie Bekker and Amy Bloy.
Emma De Klerk was the first runner to
complete the 100 laps.
Sarah Ryan (Grade 6) proudly displays the
medal she received for coming third in
the SA Cup Mountain Bike Competition.
Throughout the year, Sarah consistently met
with success in some of the most arduous
road and mountain bike races in KZN.
Squash
Regular squash practices were held
throughout the year and two teams played
in the League.
Savannah Lotze.
The following girls were chosen for the
Umgungundlovu and
KZN Inland Hockey teams:
U12, Back Row: Alice Beckett, Jozie Wright
and Teagan Kroukamp.
U13, Front Row: Courtney Crookes,
Sigrid Aadnesgaard, Emma Griffin and
Georgina Harries.
Samantha Gilson – Polo Cross
Emma Griffin – KZN Endurance Equestrian
Chanel Lőtter – KZN Equestrian
Sarah Ryan – KZN Mountain Biking
Josie le Roux (Level 6) and Hayley Conway
(Level 4) – KZN Rhythmic Gymnastics
Kimberley Lewis – KZN Gymnastics Level 5
Erin Muirhead – Karate Brown Belt
The ‘tots’ had a lovely time at Sportytots
Athletics. It was lovely to see the ‘tots’
running with their friends instead of
against their friends.
My sincere thanks to all the staff who
assisted in coaching this year. The girls
really enjoy their chosen sport and would
not be able to play if we did not have the
dedicated teachers that we have. I would
also like to thank the parents who support
their daughters in sport and are seen on
the sidelines at most matches. Also to the
parents of the Tennis players who travel
with the teams. My thanks, too, to the girls
Emma Griffin proudly displays the trophy
and rosette she was awarded for winning the
Young Rider category in an 80 km Endurance
Ride in Mooi River. In addition, she was
awarded the KZN Young Rider of the Year
award and was selected to ride for KZN in the
SANESA Nationals.
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TWC Family
Held at the beginning of the academic year,
the Parent-Staff evening was extremely
well supported. Many parents expressed
their appreciation of the fact that they can
meet with their daughters’ class teachers
and other parents of a particular class early
in the year.
The address given by guest speaker, Jane
Markham, reflected her experience as a
social worker over the past thirty years,
during which time her focus has been
mostly on children.
In her talk entitled, All-wheel drive – which
gear to engage in for the journey ahead,
Jane sketched the scene for both teachers
and parents who, at the beginning of the
year are keen, enthusiastic, organised and
well-intentioned but who, over the ten
month journey to come, will inevitably
encounter some dips and ditches. She
posed questions such as, ‘How is this year
going to turn out? How can we take this
enthusiasm, package it and keep it going?
What gear do you need to be in this year in
order to cope, to minimise the dents and
prevent slipping into the ditches?’
Jane reminded parents that their daughters
are growing and maturing all the time,
and that they will learn lots during the
year – academically, in the sporting and
cultural arenas and socially where they
will encounter some difficulties and some
successes.
She articulated some Do’s and Don’ts in
order to prevent landing up in the ditch.
Do
- inculcate the value of respect at home – for themselves, for others, possessions and opportunities
- support your child as much as you can
- keep channels of communication open between school and home
- teach children about consequences (for example, not doing homework, not
being organised for school)
- be realistic, be honest about your children’s frailties. Children need to know that they are loved for who they are – not for their achievements
- let them be children, give them time to build a fort or a blanket house, play and
entertain themselves
- encourage your child’s social life so that she knows how to get on with her peers. Check that she shares, is happy and has friends rather than focussing on the attainment of full marks for a test.
Kenneth and Anah Samuel.
Libby and Lance Chapman.
Lee-Ann and Shannon Holdsworth.
Prushonti and Turanya Rugbeer.
Topeka and Bertram Koning.
Khanya and Siyabulela Mtshemla.
Nicky and Roxanne Thompson.
Nazneen and Jasrah Hussain.
Zaheer and Diyana Sacoor.
Rod and Sarah Stewart.
Duduzile and Esihle Mthethwa
Jenny and Lucy Gilson.
Don’t
- feel sorry for your children and
compensate (for example for your family’s circumstances).
Once again, I would like to thank the
Parents Association for providing drinks
and the most delicious snacks. Creating
opportunities to build relationships is
key to the success of a school. The Parents
Association plays a pivotal role in this
regard.
FLICK WRIGHT
HEADMISTRESS
Ready, steady, blast-off.
The Woodley family continue to
provide invaluable assistance with
regard to the Grade 5 Dads and
Daughters function.
Pictured here are : Carl and Hayley
(née Woodley) Schmidt holding
two-week-old Megan, Neville and
Sharon Woodley, Geoff and WendyLeigh (née Woodley) Cousins. Both
Hayley and Wendy-Leigh are old
girls of TWC.
Belinda Quin and Su Huggett.
Attish and Neetha Khoosal and Roopesh Bhoola.
Haydn and Payge Ovenston.
Zakhele and Nomvelo Tshabalala.
John and Holly Soderlund, Frank
Bradford (uncle) of Mia Bradford.
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Heather Ashton and Tanis Brauteseth.
Meggan MacKenzie, Nonny Trodd and Sonja Aadnesgaard.
Belinda and Laura Quin.
Joyce and Jamie Sibiya.
Alan and Frances Martin, John and
Jessica Bompas.
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