Fairmont Focus 2: 29 January 2015

1. CIRCULAR NO. 2
29 JANUARY 2015
Dear Parents
1) ACADEMICS
We hope that after the first week of our academic programme that our
pupils have settled in to their work. Parents are requested to ensure
that all required books have been purchased so that the academic
process may proceed effectively.
2) MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SPORT
Our wish for you, our new parents, is that you will support and motivate your son or
daughter to get involved in Sport Activities offered by the school.
You are reminded that we expect all our players to be correctly dressed for matches;
and the correct dress code will be given to your son or daughter by their manager and
coach.
Our Sport Administrators, Mr Horsthemke and Mr de Pentieiros, and your son or
daughter’s coach / manager needs to be informed of any problems, queries or
absenteeism of your child, especially if they are supposed to play a match.
The first 3 weeks of school are a hype of activity to prepare our
athletes and the rest of the school for competing on the field and
track, as well as in cheering our athletes on.
The Inter-House Athletics meeting took place today (at the
Bellville Velodrome), and our Inter-Schools Athletics Meeting on
Friday, 13 February, will take place at the Coetzenberg Stadium
in Stellenbosch.
It is very important that your son / daughter commit themselves
to the sport that they sign-up for, and we expect them to honour
that commitment for the full season.
Help us strive for excellence - live for memories!!!
MR P.R. CRONJE

2. 3) AVOIDING HEAT STRESS
How the Body Handles Heat
Our body operates like a furnace. It burns fuel and
manufactures heat. This unique heating system
constantly regulates the temperature of the body, and
keeps it at an even 37ºC (98.6ºF).
When the body temperature exceeds 37ºC, the heart
responds by pumping more blood that circulates closer to the surface of
your skin and releases excess heat.
When it’s not enough, the body starts sweating. As the perspiration
evaporates, the skin is cooled.
What is Heat Stress?
Under normal conditions, the body regulates itself perfectly. The heat stress occurs when:
 Abnormally hot air
 High humidity
 Lack of air movement, or
 Extremely heavy or prolonged work
 Clothing insulation
… prevent the body from cooling itself fast enough.
When this happens the body heat can climb to dangerous levels leading to heat disorders,
which can be life-threatening!
Safety Hazards of Heat
Excessive heat is not only a health problem, it’s a SAFETY problem too:
 Direct causes of accidents:
- Sweaty palms – tools and materials can slip out of your
hands
- Sweaty palms – increased risk of electrical hazards
- Sweat in the eyes – fogged glasses
- Dizziness and fainting
 Indirect causes of accidents:
- Decreased mental alertness and poor judgement
- Impaired physical performance
- Irritability – people act rashly and ignore safety procedures
The Three Most Common Forms of Heat Stress
A. Heat Cramps - MILD
Painful muscle cramps can occur when you are sweating heavily in high heat. Any
muscles may be affected, but most often it’s the muscles you have been using.
Symptoms include:
 Painful spasms of muscles
 Heavy sweating
 Fatigue / Irritability
 Normal body temperature
 Tiny red bumps on skin (called prickly heat)
 Mild dizziness

3. B. Heat Exhaustion - SERIOUS
A more serious condition that results when your body loses too much water through
heavy sweating, and the blood supply to major organs reduces.
Your heart works harder to maintain the blood supply, straining your cardiovascular
system.
Some organs, such as the brain, may not get enough blood.
A variety of symptoms:
 Extreme weakness
 Excessive sweating
 Headache
 Cold, moist, pale skin
 Nausea
 Dizziness or giddiness
 A rapid, weak pulse
 Normal or slightly elevated body temperature
C. Heat Stroke – Life-Threatening
The most serious form of heat stress occurs when the body’s regulatory system simply
breaks down.
This can happen with very little warning and can lead to loss of consciousness and
death.
Symptoms:
 No sweating
 Hot, red, dry skin
 Deep, rapid breathing
 A rapid and weak pulse
 Rapidly rising body temperature
 Confusion and/or irrational behaviour
 Convulsion
 Less of consciousness
How to Treat Heat Stress?
When you or a co-worker is actually suffering from
symptoms of heat stress, it is important to know when you
can treat the problem yourself and when you must call for
emergency medical help.
First Aid for Heat Cramps
1. Have the person sip water slowly for an hour or longer.
2. Gently massage the cramped muscle.
3. Make sure the person rests in a cool or shady area
because heat cramps are often a warning sign of
approaching heat exhaustion.
Taking additional salt is not necessary

4. First Aid for Heat Exhaustion
Treat Heat Exhaustion immediately. It’s a serious
condition and can lead to heatstroke.
 Help the person to lie down in a cool or shady area
 Elevate the person’s feet
 Loosen tight clothing
 Give fluid replacement
 Sponge the skin on the forehead, around the neck, and under armpits with a cold wet
cloth
 Fan victim
 Call for emergency medical help immediately!
First Aid for Heat Stroke
Call for medical help immediately!
While waiting, administer immediate first aid measures to cool the body
quickly:
 Remove the person from heat and rest in a cool or shady area
 Remove outer clothing
 Use cool compresses or place in a cool bath
 Fan the person - increase air movement
 Do not give an unconscious victim anything to drink
How Do You Prevent Heat Stress
1. Drink Plenty of water all day long:
 Don’t depend on your thirst to signal when to drink.
 Sitting in a cool breeze does not prevent dehydration -
you must replace fluid you’ve lost.
 Salt tablets should not be used.
2. Wear Clothing that lets your skin “breathe”.
3. Acclimatize yourself because, given sufficient time, people
are capable of adjusting to heat.
4. Eat Light:
 Eat light food: light fresh vegetables, fruits and salads.
 Avoid hot, heavy, calorie-laden meals.
 Remember that fruits and vegetables also contain vitamins and minerals to replace
those that you lose when sweating.
5. Give yourself a break:
 Be sure to take breaks out of the sun or away from the source of heat.
 Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.
6. Protect yourself from the sun (see next section)
7. Remember special risks: alcohol, caffeine, certain medications, some diseases (e.g.
diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.), increasing age, recent illness, etc.

5. Methods of Prevention from the sun
 Avoid sun exposure.
 Avoid midday sun. At midday, the sun is directly above you and the amount of
stratosphere it needs to penetrate to get to you is less, so more gets through. Avoid sun
exposure for an hour or two either side of midday.
 Wear a cap or a hat, protecting you from radiant heat sources.
 Sunlight is tricky - it will reflect off water, sand and other structures and can get to you
even in the shade.
Preventing Heat Stress at the Work Site
 Allow time for adequate heat acclimatization.
 Enforce frequent rest breaks and provision of abundant, cool drinking water.
 Use power tools where applicable and safe (hoists, cranes, lifting aids, etc.) to reduce
the individual’s physical workload.
 Use general ventilation or air conditioning to reduce temperature at the workplace and in
the rest areas.
 Isolate, relocate or substitute equipment/processes in order to reduce thermal exposure.
 Use caution when handling objects left in the sun.
 Cover metal tools with thermal insulating materials.
 Where possible, move work indoors or to cooler areas. Shield work area from the dust
and sun.
 Assign extra workers to very demanding and strenuous tasks.
 Design work-rest schedules in order to reduce heat exposure.
 Schedule the most physically demanding work for the coolest parts of the day.
 Monitor temperature and follow guidelines for heat exposure limits.
 Pay extra attention to those who are recovering from the abuse of any intoxicants, as
well as who takes medication due to cardiovascular, blood pressure or other disorders.
What about PPE
 You can never neglect the importance of wearing the required
PPE.
 Wear PPE – to protect yourself from serious hazards, even if
uncomfortable.
 If you ever experience serious difficulty with the heat while
wearing PPE, consult your supervisor immediately to establish the
suitability for the personal characteristics of the user.
References: Heat stress management programme, BP, AzBU
4) RCL UPDATE : GRADE 8 ORIENTATION WEEK / FUN DAY / INDUCTION
Fairmont’s new Grade 8’s were welcomed into the school
by the Prefects and RCL of 2015. They spent the week
learning about the school and their fellow monties.
Saturday was a day filled with fun, water and time to bond
with their peers at their Grade 8 Fun Day.
They were formally inducted into the school at a special
assembly on Monday, and concluded the ceremony by
planting their Grade 8 tree.
The Prefects and RCL of 2015 welcome the new Monties!

6. 5) COUNSELLOR’S CORNER
A Parents’ Guide To Helping An Angry Child
Before we look at ways that we as parent(s) / guardian(s) can assist an
angry child, we need to take note of the following:
 Anger is a normal healthy emotion.
 We all experience anger.

7.  As your child's parent / guardian, you have an immense opportunity and responsibility to
help your angry child learn to cope with anger and express those feelings in ways that
are positive and healthy.
Here are some things that you can do to assist your angry child:
1. Listen
 Give your child ample opportunity to be heard even if you disagree with what's
causing your child's anger. Take the time to hear them out!
 Being angry and feeling unheard can cause your child to act out in ways designed
to get your attention and force you to listen.
The golden rule is: “listen more than you speak”.
2. Know when to speak up
When you’re dealing with an angry child, you have to realise that the intensity of his /
her emotions can actually prevent what you have to say from sinking in. No matter
how important or valid it is. You may need to wait until you can see that your child has
calmed down, or hold out for an occasion when your child is particularly open and
communicative. Many times this will mean putting your thoughts on hold for a day or
two, until you can see that your child is ready to talk.
3. Physical release
Your child needs to run, swim or cycle. These types of physical activities can play a
significant role in helping your child process and eventually release intense feelings of
anger.
4. Encourage extended family relationships
Sometimes it will just "sink in" more readily when your brother or sister says to your
child the very same things that you've been saying for months. Recognising that, do
what you can to maintain those vital extended family relationships.
5. Professional help
If you've witnessed examples of extreme unresolved anger for more than two weeks,
seek professional help from a psychologist who can provide one-on-one assistance
and help your child work through these emotions. Whether your child is angry over an
absent parent or recent divorce, he / she may very well need help obtaining the skills
necessary to effectively work through these emotions and move in a way that is healthy
and productive.
6) GUIDELINE TO TEACHING TIME FOR MATRICS
122 TEACHING DAYS TO NSC FINALS
School
Holidays
Public Holidays Matrics writing exams
2015
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7. MAJOR EVENTS FOR 1st
TERM, 2015
Friday, 30 January - RCL Camp (30/01 – 01/02)
- Final Grade 12 Subject changes
Monday, 2 February - Individual Photos
- Cheerleading
- Cheerleading (evening 17h00 – 19h00)
Tuesday, 3 February - Cheerleading
- Cheerleading (evening 17h00 – 19h00)
Wednesday, 4 February - Cheerleading
Thursday, 5 February - Cheerleading
- Cheerleading (evening 17h00 – 19h00)
Friday, 6 February - Society Sign-up
- Chess District Open (6 – 7 Feb)
Monday, 9 February - Gr 12 Rocky Future Road Show
Tuesday, 10 February - Cheerleading
- Cheerleading (evening 17h00 – 19h00)
Wednesday, 11 February - Cheerleading
- Cheerleading (evening 17h00 – 19h00)
- Meet the Teachers & Parent Forum

9. Thursday, 12 February - Cheerleading
- Big Brag
Friday, 13 February - Inter-school Athletics
- Boland Landbou tennis tournament (13 – 14 Feb)
Monday, 16 February - Camps Bay Athletics
Tuesday, 17 February - Gr 12 Parent Meeting
- Summer sport photos
Friday, 20 February - Drummie Camp (20 – 22 Feb.)
- Gr 12 Assembly
Monday, 23 February - Blood Clinic
Tuesday, 24 February - Gr 11 Parent meeting
Friday, 27 February - Northern Zone Athletics
- Winter Sport Sign up
- Final Gr 11 subject changes
- Sound training (27 – 28 Feb)
- Championship Gala
Saturday, 28 February - Northern Zone Athletics
Tuesday, 3 March - CCEA Career Exhibition (Gr’s 9 & 11)
- Appearance check
Wednesday, 4 March - Newlands A-league gala
Friday, 6 March - Choir Camp (6 – 8 Mar)
- Interact Service Weekend (6 – 8 Mar)
Saturday, 7 March - Mr & Ms FHS technical rehearsal (7 – 8 Mar)
- Drummies (1st
Groups Comp.)
Monday, 9 March - Mr & Ms FHS technical rehearsal
Tuesday, 10 March - Mr & Ms FHS technical rehearsal
- SGB Election
Wednesday, 11 March - Mr & Ms FHS technical rehearsal
- Gr. 10 Life Sciences Excursion
Thursday, 12 March - Mr & Ms FHS technical rehearsal
Friday, 13 March - Mr & Ms FHS Show
Saturday, 14 March - Prefect Camp (14 – 16 Mar)
Tuesday, 17 March - Summer Sport Awards
Friday, 20 March - Grade 8 Camp A commences (20 – 22 Mar)
- Boys’ Holland Hockey Tour leave
Saturday, 21 March - Gr. 8 Camp B commences (22 – 24 Mar)
Tuesday, 24 March - Gr. 8 Camp C commences (24 – 26 Mar)
Thursday, 26 March - Gr. 8 Camp D commences (26 – 28 Mar)
Friday, 27 March - Brackenfell Sport Day (27 – 28 Mar)
Monday, 30 March - Gr. 8 – 12 English P3 exam (June)
Tuesday, 31 March - Gr. 8 – 12 Afrikaans P3 exam (June)
Wednesday, 1 April - Schools Close

10. 8. DRUMMIES
WE NEED YOU!
Fairmont High Drum Majorettes is currently the 4th ranked Elite Team in the country and, in
order to continue and build on their past achievements, the team need new girls to join the
team. All Grade 8 girls as well as any girls in all other grades are invited to attend our
practice sessions so that you can become part of this amazing team. Team work, discipline,
friendships, fun, hard work, determination, perseverance, good sportsmanship and so much
more is what Fairmont Drummies is about.
So come along and see for yourself.
Our practice times are as follows:
 Mondays and Thursdays 16h45 - 18h45
 Saturdays 09h00 - 12h00
Should you require any information kindly contact the coach of 20 years, Karen Donachie, on
083 548 2714 or you can email her on: karend1974@gmail.com.
9. LIBRARIAN’S CHOICE
THE BEST OF ME
by NICHOLAS SPARKS
They were teenage sweethearts from
opposite sides of the tracks – with a passion
that would change their lives for ever.
Years later, the lines between past and
present are about to slip…… Called back to
their hometown for the funeral of the mentor
who gave them shelter when they needed it
most, they are faced with each other again.
Can true love rewrite the past?

11. 10. PRESTIGE PHOTOS
Prestige Photos will come to the school on Monday,
2 February 2015, to take individual photos of ALL pupils.
Please make sure that you are at school since these photos
will be used on Staffroom and in the year book for
Grade 12’s.
11. SUBSTITUTION
For various reasons during the year, our teachers
are away with teams or classes on excursions,
camps, etc. During these periods, we require
parents to look after classes.
The absent teachers leave work for the learners and
we need parents who are able to offer up an hour or
2 a day to assist when they are available.
Should you be in the position to be of assistance,
please contact Beverley Louw on 021 976 1147, or
email her at:
12. INTERHOUSE VICTOR AND VICTRIX 2015
Muir House comes 1st
in the Interhouse Athletics
AGE BOY GIRL
U14 Pierre De Wit (Dale) - 49 points Emily Wilson (Innes) - 32 points
U15 Jason Day (Dale) - 38 points Kaylin Van Biljon (Muir) - 34 points
U17 Bryan Beyer (Innes) - 43 points Nina Dunleavy (Innes) - 35 points
U19 Kyle Friester (Dale) - 37 points Jessica Van Vuuren (Dale) - 47 points
ABSA Boys
Samuel Van Der Merwe (3 000 m BU17)
Ethan Noble (100 m BU17)
ABSA Girls Abigail Baard (100 m GU14)

12. Record Breakers
Name Event Age Group Old Record New Record
Joshua Julies 110 m Hurdles B U17 15,50 sec 15,00 sec
Joshua Julies Long Jump B U17 6,05 m 6,12 m
Julia Hoal Shot Put G U14 7,44 m 8,81 m
Keenan Opperman Long Jump B U15 5,52 m 5,57 m
Keenan Opperman High Jump B U15 1,75 m 1,76 m
Ethan Noble 100 m B U17 11,30 sec 10,90 sec
Ethan Noble 200 m B U17 22,80 sec 22,1 sec
Aydon Poole 110 m Hurdles B U19 17,20 sec 16,9 sec
Bryan Beyer Shot Put B U17 13,06 m 13,66 m
Abigail Baard 100 m G U14 13,40 sec 13,00 sec
Pierre De Wit Javelin B U14 32,08 m 37,93 m
Nina Dunleavy 3 000 m G U17 12:05,28 12,03:33
13. CHESS WHIZZ’S
Hishaam Essop U/18 and Jihad Essop U/14 represented
W.P. at the S.A.Junior Chess Championships in
Kimberley, from 4 - 7 January 2015.
Both their respective teams won Gold and both of them
won the board prize for scoring the most points.
14. LIFT NEEDED
A German exchange pupil residing in the HTS area requires a lift home
after school.
Please ring Mrs Petersen on 072 351 2645 if you are able to assist.

13. 15. DURBANVILLE WELLNESS CENTRE AT FAIRMONT HIGH SCHOOL
Dear Fairmont Parents, Learners, Coaches and Teachers
RE: PHYSIOTHERAPY & BIOKINETIC SERVICES OFFERED ON SITE
Durbanville Wellness Centre (DWC) are very pleased to confirm that we have
commenced with the provision of PHYSIOTHERAPY & BIOKINETIC services at
Fairmont High School as of May 2014. Our thanks to the Fairmont sports staff team for
all your assistance in this regard.
Our consultation and treatment facility is located upstairs, above the Canteen. We
will also be in attendance on or next to the sports fields, depending on scheduled
sporting events.
Our goal is to partner with all Fairmont sports people and provide sound advice and
service by:
1. introducing pre -session preparation and strengthening advice;
2. supporting coaching initiatives;
3. preventing foreseeable injuries caused by poor training technique or not warming
up properly;
4. providing professional assessment of injuries;
5. attending to the treatment of injuries;
6. assessment and referral advice as to severe injuries; and
7. rehabilitation services.
DWC is staffed with experienced physiotherapists who have all participated in sports at
a high level. We have years of experience in preventing, treating and rehabilitating
sports related challenges. Additional information may be obtained via our website:
www.durbanvillewellnesscentre.co.za
Please note that DWC services are professionally regulated by the Health Professions
Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Our services have been substantially discounted to
Fairmont High School and fees are set out as below:
 Consultation 15 minutes = R110 (If paid within 7 days)
 Consultation 30 minutes = R220 (If paid within 7 days)
 Consultation 45 minutes = R330 (If paid within 7 days)
Service activation will require that each Patient's parent completes a pre-assessment
form and provides contact details and payment authorisation. Parents are required to
authorise treatments and accept/acknowledge payment terms. Monthly accounts will
be submitted via email as to services provided.
We trust our association with Fairmont High School will be a long and healthy one, and
we wish all Sports Folk a successful year ahead.
Yours in sport
Karen Frye and Faan Fourie

14. Physio & Biokinetics
at
Fairmont High School
Physiotherapy and Biokinetics services are now available at Fairmont High
School
Physios: Karen Frye, Esmari Burden, Faan Fourie, Janika Marais,
Sharene Grobbelaar
Bios: Faan Fourie Adrie Jacobs
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
 Treatment of Headaches and stress related conditions
 Treament of Back and Neck Pain
 Evaluation and Diagnosis of Injuries
 Evaluation of alignment and associated abnormalities
 Evaluation of muscle imbalances which could have a negative effect on
perfomance
 Treatment of injuries
 Rehabilitation of injuries
 Prevention of injuries
 Strapping
 Identifying needs, developing programs, implementing pre-season program
COSTS:
 Physio / Bio session: R220 (30 min session) R330 (45min session)
 Strapping: R30 (our strapping) R20 (own strapping)
The account is the responsibility of the parents and will be either emailed or
posted to them. All sessions are charged at medical aid rates and can be claimed
from your medical aid (MA plan dependent). Please note that if the account is
not settled within 7 days form the date of treatment normal private practice rates
will apply which are 25% higher than the school rate.
The school can and will not be held responsible for any of the physio or
biokinetic accounts and need to be settled by the parents. All payments are to
be made directly to Fourie & Frye Physiotherapists.
HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT:
Hours: 08h00 – 14h30 (by appointment only and with consent from teacher)
14h30 – 17h00 (walk-ins welcome, preferably please make an
appointment)
Tel: 086 126 6563 Cell: 083 2626 489 (Karen) / 079 841 9960 (Faan)
Email: info@durbanvillewellness.co.za Web: www.durbanvillewellness.co.za
ONLINE BOOKINGS:
https://www.bookme.co.za/wizard/appointment_wizard.php?from=userside&busid=711
The physios and bios at Durbanville Wellness Centre will strive to support your
child in developing his talent and in helping to achieve his goals and dreams.

15. Durbanville Wellness Centre
Physiotherapy & Biokinetics
Physios: Karen Frye, Esmari Burden, Faan Fourie, Janika Marais,
Sharene Grobbelaar
Bios: Faan Fourie Adrie Jacobs
"We provide a unique environment where physiotherapists and biokineticists work together to identify and
rehabilitate your condition, depending on your specific needs. Our services include sports injury treatment,
back and neck pain management, and post–operative rehabilitation".
TEAMS AND INDIVIDUALS WE WORK WITH:
 Sunshine Golf Tour: We are the official contracted physiotherapists to the Sunshine Tour. We
manage the medical / physio / rehabilitation unit during all Sunshine Tour summer events e.g. Alfred
Dunhill, SA Open, Nelson Mandela Open etc.
 Rugby: We are currently assisting both Durbanville and Stellenberg High Schools with the planning of
their conditioning programs, pre-season training, strapping, treatment of injuries and injury screening.
We have been working extensively with numerous Club, Provincial and Springbok Rugby Players and
have treated players such as Juan de Jongh, Johann Sadie, Gary van Aswegen, JJ Engelbrecht, CJ
van der Linde, Scarra Ntebeni, Dylan des Fountain, Dewaldt Duvenhage, Duane Vermeulen and many
more.
Brackenfell Rugby Club - Conditioning and Physio
 Tennis: We are currently working with national and provincial tennis players from tennis academies
such as Jan van Dyk Tennis and Kainos Tennis Academy. We are also responsible for the treatment of
injuries, conditioning, nutrition and rehabilitation of players such as Lloyd Harris, Keith Patrick Crowley,
Janet Koch.
 Cricket: Conditioning and physio for Maties Cricket (Faan).
 Hockey: Currently Adrie is coaching the girls hockey teams at Curro. She is also responsible for all
the conditioning and rehabilitation of injuries. She has also assisted Stellenberg High School with
conditioning during their "indoor season".
 Netball: We have treated many provincial and national netball players and have had the privilege to
treat and work with Annie Kloppers (Head of SA Netball Association).
 Athletics: We have treated many athletes across the various disciplines, and we have worked with
many of the country's top javelin throwers. Our speciality is alignment and the treatment of fascia which
is an essential component in obtaining optimal performance as an athlete.
 Cycling: Every year we are involved with the ABSA Cape Epic, Wine to Whales and Ride the Rhino.
We treat and support provincial, national and professional cyclists during these strenuous multi-day
stage events.
 Squash: We treat numerous club, provincial and national hockey players such as Karen van der
Westhuizen, Tenile Swart etc. We are also very involved with helping squash players prepare for the
squash season at Durbanville Squash Club.
Our Services Include:
 Evaluation and Diagnosis of Injuries
 Evaluation of alignment and associated abnormalities
 Evaluation of muscle imbalances which could have a negative effect on perfomance
 Treatment of Headaches
 Treatment of back and neck pain
 Treatment of injfuries
 Rehabilitation of injuries
 Prevention of injuries
 Strapping
 Identifying needs, developing programs, implementing pre-season program

16. 16. FAIRMONT EXCELS AT E-SPORT
Last year Fairmont High School participated in an Online School
league hosted by the MSSA (Mind Sport South Africa). We entered
teams for Dota 2, League of Legends and Counterstrike Global
Offense.
Our Dota 2 team finished 5th
out of 16 Schools.
Our Counterstrike team remained undefeated and received their
National Federation Colours.
Left to Right: Sinjen Bourn, David Ziervolgel, Michael Ziervogel and Brandon Yarrington
League of Legends also ended top of the league and they also remained undefeated,
drawing only one match.
Left to Right: Nicholas Mortlock, Eric Larsen, Mingu Kang and Seung Ju Lee
We also want to make use of this opportunity to congratulate Mrs Crouse for being appointed
as the MSSA's National School Director.

17. 17. CRICKET FIXTURES
31/1/2015 7/2/2015 14/02/2015 21/2/2015 28/2/2015 7/3/2015 14/3/2015
1st Bellville H.S.
(Home)
Stellenberg
(Away)
Fairbairn
(Away)
Edgemead
(Away)
Bergvliet
(Home)
El Shadai
(Home)
Tygerberg
(Away)
2nd Bellville H.S.
(Away)
Stellenberg
(Home)
Fairbairn
(Away)
Edgemead
(Away)
Bergvliet
(Home)
El Shadai
(Home)
Tygerberg
(Away)
U15A
Edgemead
(Home)
Chesterhouse
(Home)
Fairbairn
(Away)
President
(Away)
Bergvliet
(Away)
Brackenfell
(Away)
Tygerberg
(Home)
U14A
Westerford
(Away)
DF Malan
(Away)
Fairbairn
(Home)
Edgemead
(Home)
Bergvliet
(Away)
Mon. Park
(Away)
Tygerberg
(Away)
28/1/2015 2/2/2015 9/2/2015 16/2/2015 23/2/2015 2/3/2015
U15B
Tygerberg
(Home)
De Kuilen
(Home)
Milnerton
(Home)
Eben Donga
(Away)
Durbanville
(Away)
Melkbos
(Away)
4/2/2015 11/2/2015 18/2/2015 25/2/2015 4/3/2015
U14B
Curro Dbnv
(Home)
Brackenfell
(Home)
Durbanville
(Home)
Tygerberg
(Away)
Fairbairn
(Away)
18. FAIRMONT GIRLS’ CHOIR
In order to accommodate the evening cheerleading practice, choir
times for next Tuesday has been changed.
We will rehearse from 15h30 – 17h30.
Choristers may then join the cheerleading from 17h30 – 18h30, followed by the compulsory
meeting for parents and choristers from 18h30 – 19h15 in the Upper MPC.
19. LOST PROPERTY
Parents, please take the time to ensure that all items, especially jerseys
and blazers, brought to school are clearly marked with your child's full
name (not just initials please)
Lost items can be claimed at reception. All unmarked items not claimed
will be redistributed after a week.
20. MUIR HOUSE TAKES THE CHEERLEADING
A huge congratulations to the Muir
cheerleaders. They won the Best
Cheerleaders Award at Interhouse
yesterday. A special mention to our
Muir athletes for taking the Athletics
cup. 2015 is definitely Muir's year!
Back: Sesona Jacobs, Megan
Esterhuizen, Tatiana Ferreira,
Carmen van der Merwe, Carolyn van
Staden
Front: Alex Middleton, Kelman
Hakime, Jeremy Collins

18. 21. BOYS’ HOCKEY: PRE-SEASON
Our pre-season kicked off on 2 February 2015. It is compulsory
for all our hockey players to attend practices, unless they have
commitments to summer sport on the same date and time.
Refer to the table below for your age groups practice slot.
Please do not be late for practice, and the boys will have time to take a shower at the
Student Centre before school starts
GROUP TIME DATES TRAILS VENUE
U19 6.15 am
2,4,9.11,16,18
February
20 FEBRUARY Fairmont Astro
U16 6.15 am
3,5,10, 12, 17, 19
February
To be determined Fairmont Astro
U15 6.15 am
3,5,10, 12, 17, 19
February
To be determined Fairmont Astro
U14 6.15 am
2,4,9.11,16,18
February
17 FEBRUARY Fairmont Astro
22. SOFTBALL FIXTURES
5 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 26 FEB 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 MAR
1st Settlers
(Away)
Bosmansd
am
(Home)
Tableview
(Away)
Elkanah
(Home)
Milnerton
(Home)
Edgemead
(Away)
Chester.
(Home)
Catchup
Matches
2nd Malibu
(Away)
CBC
(Home)
Edmead
(Away)
Settlers
(Home)
Milnerton
(Home)
Parklands
(Away)
Chester.
(Home)
Bosmans
(Away)
3rd Parklands
(Away)
Milnerton
(Away)
BYE
Tableview
(Home)
Edgemea
d (Away)
Elkanah
(Home)
Catchup
Matches
Catchup
Matches
23. TEST CALENDAR CHANGE
Kindly note that the tests set for Thursday, 26 February 2015, will
now take place a week later on Thursday, 5 March 2015.
More details will be given closer to the date.
Please note that there will be no tests next week for Grades 8 –
12.
PLEASE NOTE!
All pupils are required to be at school at the regular time - 07h55 - even if they are not writing
a test. This time will be used for consolidation or tasks organized by various subject
departments.
All parents are asked to please be aware that when your child misses a Tuesday or a
Thursday test, a relevant chemist slip (the date on the slip must pertain to the pupil’s
absenteeism and medication bought), a certificate from the clinic or a doctor’s certificate is
required. A medical certificate from either the clinic or the doctor is applicable for missing
any exam. A note from you excusing your child from school for the days missed is also
required.

19. Grade 9 and Matric pupils must produce a doctor’s certificate for tests and exams missed
as these are the two exit phases and their marks are externally moderated by the Education
Department.
Learners are not allowed to go home immediately after a test if they are ill. They have to
stay until first break. If they are ill, then they should not come to school. A doctor’s
certificate will be required.
24. PRINCIPAL
Best wishes to our athletics team selected from the Interhouse athletic meeting as they
prepare for the Inter-schools on Friday, 13 February. We hope they use every opportunity to
give their best.
I wish all our families a relaxing weekend.
Yours sincerely
Mr R Dingley
PRINCIPAL
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