This circular from Fairmont High School contains information for parents/guardians on upcoming tests, events, and other school matters. It discusses the following key points in 3 sentences: Upcoming tests for various grades are scheduled in the next few weeks as the term winds down. The circular also announces events like the matric dance, a visit from a past pupil to discuss his career in aviation, and invites families to fundraising dinners to support upcoming school competitions. Finally, it shares news about sports awards and a guitar evening while requesting sponsorship for the annual Mr. and Miss Fairmont competition in March.

1. Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s)
“LAUGHTER IS TIMELESS,
IMAGINATION HAS NO AGE,
AND DREAMS ARE FOREVER.”
CIRCULAR NO. 29
10 September 2015
by
Past pupil of Fairmont High School (2007), Richard Murray, overcame the weather to
claim the biggest win of his career in Edmonton, Canada, on Sunday, 6 September 2015.

2. 1) ACADEMICS
Next week our grade 8’s and 9’s will be writing their ANA’s (Annual National Assessment) in English
and Mathematics. Parents have been informed about the nature of these assessments and we hope
that our grade 8’s and 9’s will perform to the best of their abilities.
Three school weeks remain this term before our very brief October vacation. We will shortly be
informing parents of our busy first week of term, culminating in the matric valedictory ceremony.
10 TEACHING DAYS TO FINAL EXAMS
2) TEST DAYS TERM 3
SEPTEMBER 2015
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
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8-Natural Sciences
10-Cons. Studies Test
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13 14 TEST
8-English
9-Afrikaans
10-Life Sciences
11-Business Studies
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ANA – Gr. 8 Eng.
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ANA – Gr. 9 Eng.
17 TEST
8-ANA Gr. 8 Maths
9-Maths
10-CAT Theory
11-CAT Theory
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9-ANA Gr. 9 Maths
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20 21 TEST
8-Maths
9-English
10-Consumer St.
11-Maths/Maths Lit
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12-Final Design Prac
exam (8:00-17:00)
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8-11-MARKS DUE
12- Design Final Prac
exam (8:00-17:00)
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27 28 TEST
8-Maths
9-Maths
10-History
11-Afrikaans
12-Vis Art Final Prac
exam (8:00-17:00)
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12-Vis Art Final Prac
exam (8:00-17:00)
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12-Vis Art Final Prac
exam (8:00-17:00)
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Matrics writing exams
Public
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3. OCTOBER 2015 TESTS
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
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SCHOOLS CLOSE
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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 Monday 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.
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.
3) IMPORTANT NOTICE : GENERAL CALENDAR : 3RD
TERM
Mon, 28 Sep Winter Sport Awards
Thu, 1 Oct Matric Dance
Fri, 2 Oct Schools Close
4) PAST PUPIL’S DAY
We were blessed with excellent weather this past Saturday, 5 September and a most successful
fun-filled day was held at Fairmont (as can clearly be seen in the photos that were taken).
The various sport games were competitive, but played
in good spirit. We would like to extend our thanks to all
the spectators who gave up a Saturday morning to
support our current and past pupils.
We were honoured to host past Fairmont Principal, Mr
Clive Wigg, and Vice-Principal Mr Alastair Frost and
their spouses. I am sure they left with tremendous pride
as Mr Dingley showcased the Indoor Aquatic Centre
and various other Fairmont initiatives.
This annual event has gained some momentum as
families are supporting in their numbers. Next year the
Aquatic Centre will be functional and watersports will
hopefully be a possibility.
On behalf of the Fairmont Past Pupils, thank you for
hosting us and we all look forward to this wonderful
event next year.
Our thanks go out to Mr Dingley, Mr Horsthemke, Mr De Pentieiros, and all the Fairmont coaches
and managers, including the staff members who assisted in the various sport teams and catering on
the day.
Barry Chedburn (Past Pupil Hockey Representative)

6. 5) SANTA SHOEBOX PROJECT
 Our Fairmont learners are busy filling boxes for the Santa Shoebox project.
 Each class has elected their shoebox reps who are managing the pledges from their class.
 To-date: Fairmont has pledged 185 boxes!
 If any Fairmont Families wish to pledge additional boxes through the school, or make a donation,
please e-mail Mrs Jones on kimjones@fairmont.co.za
 Remember: Every shoebox must have the minimum contents.
 The items must be new and age appropriate.
 Each box is pledged to a specific recipient and the learners will receive the details (NAME, age
and gender) of their box’s recipient this week .
 The minimum contents are:
 Toothbrush & toothpaste
 Facecloth & soap
 Sweets
 Educational supplies
 An outfit of Clothing (age appropriate size is NB)
 A Toy
Paper boxes in which reams of printer paper are packed can be cut down to the ideal size.
For more details about the project and how to pack a box, please go to the Santa shoebox website:
http://www.santashoebox.co.za/how-to-pack-a-santa-shoebox/
If learners have any questions they must ask Natalie Hoal (11Un) and Cayley Jones (11Sw) in
grade 11, or pop in to room 70.
The box itself: Boxes larger than medium (20 x 34 x 11cm) size might not be
accepted. Decorated medium sized plastic tubs are welcome too.

7. 6) GRADE 8 TECHNOLOGY
A mine shaft bucket lift designed by
Grade 8 learners in their Technology
class.
7) AVIATOR’S EVENT – 9 OCTOBER 2015
An Aviator’s event will be hosted by Air Force Base Ysterplaat (Cape Town) on 9 October 2015 for
school children (grade 10 – 12). All school children are invited to join from 08h00 until 15h00. The
main attraction will be the Bloodhound replica car (13,4 meter scale 1:1 modular version). It is a
Supersonic Car designed to go faster than the speed of sound. The Bloodhound SSC is a jet and
rocket powered car designed to go at 1,000 mph (just over 1,600 kph). Mr Dave Rowley, the Director
Education of the Bloodhound SSC Project, will give a detailed presentation. Wesbank SAGMJ car
of the year finalists will be displayed.
The event’s theme will encompass STEM education (referring to the academic disciplines of science,
technology, engineering and mathematics).
On display will be current and historical aircraft. The SA Air Force Silver Falcons air display team
will also be amongst the children and will render an air display. Unique motor vehicles on display
will be the VW Beetle (80 years old), the Citroën DS (60 years old), and other classic cars. Civilian
flying clubs will also attend and selected children will be afforded the opportunity to get a “flip” in
these aircraft.
No entrance fee is required, but refreshments are available. Access to the event is limited (booking
is essential) and proof of identification at access gates is required. Please mail me your name list
ASAP to avoid disappointment.
Schools must arrange their own transport to and from their respective schools. Schools are
encouraged to inform children to wear school uniform (although not a requirement).
Further information can be obtained from:
Major Wessie vd Westhuizen
(o) 021 508 6173
(c ) 082 789 0572
Email: irwessie@gmail.com
Facebook: Ysterplaat Aviators 2015
Twitter: @WBMK
FRIDAY, 09 OCTOBER 2015
08h00 School children and invited guests will arrive (view displays)
10h00 Presentation by Mr Dave Rowley (Bloodhound)
10h45 Vehicle displays, AC Displays and Base Involvement / Stem Demonstrations
12h00 Silver Falcons Air Display
12h30 Air show by flying clubs / vehicle demonstrations / stem demonstrations
15h00 Day complete

9. 8) STAFF ATHLETICS COURSE
9) FAIRMONT GUITAR EVENING
Last Friday our staff attended an
athletics course with our new coach
instructor, Mr Swart, a reknowned
athletics professional coach.

10. 10) MR & MISS FHS - SPONSORSHIP
Fairmont High School
Private Bag X11, Durbanville, 7551
Medway, Durbell, Durbanville, 7550
Tel: (021) 976-1147 Fax: (021) 976-8735
E-mail: secretary@fairmont.co.za
Website: www.fairmont.co.za
6 August 2015
ATTENTION: Manager / Owner of Business Concerned
Dear Sponsor
LETTER OF SPONSORSHIP
Please accept this letter as our request for sponsorship.
In March 2016, Fairmont High School is hosting our annual Mr & Miss Fairmont in the
Durbanville area.
Mr & Miss Fairmont is certainly one of the most prestigious events on our school calendar.
This evening of glitz and glamour is very well attended by pupils, parents and the greater
Durbanville community.
We would be grateful if you could sponsor our prestigious event with any of the following:
 Gift vouchers
 Dinner for two
 Make-overs (such as hair, make-up, nails, etc)
 Spa Treatments
 Movie tickets
 Electronic equipment
 Monetary sponsorship
We would like to thank you for taking the time to review our application.
All queries may be directed to the email address below.
Kind regards
Ms A Bosch Mr R H Dingley
EVENT CO-ORDINATOR PRINCIPAL
abosch@fairmont.co.za

11. Fairmont High presents:
FUNDRAISING
When: 22 September
27 October
Where: Silver Creek Spur
Durbanville
Times: 18h00 onwards
Thank you to the parents and learners who supported
us on Tuesday, 8 September!
Come for a dinner and support!
The Mr & Miss FHS candidates will put their service skills to the test at
Spur where they will be raising funds for the upcoming show in 2016.
10% of what is made on the evening will be donated by Silver Creek Spur
to the show!
We need YOU to bring your friends and family along to enjoy a delicious
meal and to help the candidates raise funds.

12. 11) NUCLEAR ENERGY POLICY ISSUES
In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Japan in 1945 and
the 20th anniversary of Pugwash and Prof Sir Joseph Rotblat (founder member of
Pugwash) receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1995 “for their efforts to diminish the part
played by nuclear arms in international politics and, in the longer run, to eliminate such arms”,
the South African Pugwash group and the Department of Political
Studies at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) cordially invite
you to a lecture on
"Nuclear Energy Policy Issues in the Post-Fukushima nuclear
accident era."
by Dr Tatsujiro Suzuki
(Former Vice Chair of the Japan Atomic Energy Commission
(JAEC), Director of the Research Center for Nuclear Weapons
Abolition (RECNA) at Nagasaki University and member of the
Pugwash Council)
Venue: UWC Library Auditorium, Robert Sobukwe Road, Bellville
Date: Tuesday 22nd of September 2015
Time: 12:00 to 14:00. Light refreshments will be served after the event
RSVP: by 17 September 2015 to mlmoses@uwc.ac.za
For more information contact: Meshay Moses on 021 959 3228 or mlmoses@uwc.ac.za
The lecture will be accompanied by an exhibition to commemorate Hiroshima and celebrate the
Joseph Rotblat book collection, donated to the UWC Library.
12) LIBRARIAN’S CHOICE
UNBROKEN BY LAURA HILLENBRAND
On a May afternoon in 1943, a US bomber crashed into the
Pacific Ocean. After an agonising delay, a young lieutenant
finally bobbed to the surface and struggled aboard a life raft. So
began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second
World War.
The lieutenant’s name was Louis Zamperini. As a boy, he
turned to petty crime until he discovered a remarkable talent for
running, which took him to the Berlin Olympics. But as war
loomed, he joined up and was soon embroiled in the ferocious
battle for the Pacific.
Now Zamperini faced a journey of thousands of miles of open
ocean on a failing raft, dogged by sharks, starvation and the
enemy. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini’s fate,
whether triumph or tragedy, would depend on the strength of
his will……

13. 13) BEARS DINNER
The Fairmont Monty 1st
XV Rugby team
enjoyed a spit dinner this past Saturday to
wrap up their very successful rugby year.
Players were recognized for their contribution
to the team, and much fun was had by all
attending the function.

14. 14) ARISTEA & VREDELUST PRIMARY SCHOOLS WELCOME THEIR MATRICS
VREDELUST PRIMARY SCHOOL
Calling ALL 2010 grade 7 Vredelust Primary learners
You are hereby invited to a MATRIC TEA
Date: Thursday, 1 October 2015
Time: 13h00
Venue: Vredelust Primary School hall
Kindly RSVP your attendance (names of learners attending) by Wednesday 30 September
2015 to this email address / the school fax number
We look forward to seeing you all there!!!
DieSkoolhoof
Laerskool Aristea wil baie graag sy oud-leerders wat die jaar in graad 12 is nooi vir 'n
afskeidsfunksi e. Die datum is 30 September 2015 om 09h30 die oggend. Die leerders
behoort teen 11h30terug te wees by die skool.
Ek sal dit waardeer indien u die brief onder Aristea se oud-leerders se aandag sal bring. Om
die nodige reelings te tref, sal ons dit waardeer indien die oud-leerders die skoal sal kontak
om hulleteenwoordigheid te bevestig.
Die uwe
PT Boshoff
SKOOLHOOF

15. 15) FAIRMONT HIGH SCHOOL : GOLF DAY
Entry Form
Fairmont Golf Day - Friday, 30 October 2015
@ Durbanville Golf Course
Please indicate clearly the contact person and how many players are joining us.
Players Name Handicap E-mail Are you
attending
prize giving
Sponsorship Tee/Green
Sponsorship Prizes
Contact Name
Preferred approximate T-0ff Time:(11h30 to 13h00)
(This will be on a first-come-first-served basis, and we can only do our best to accommodate.)

16. Fairmont Golf Day: Sponsorship
In addition to the option of playing in the golf day, the opportunity exists to sponsor a hole/green or
to donate prizes. All funds raised go toward the school’s sport facilities.
Hole/Green sponsors will be allocated a hole/green on which to display their banners as well as
recognized at the prize-giving and in the Fairmont Circular, which goes to the parents of 1,600
students of the school.
Single Player......................................R500
4 Ball................................................ R2000
Hole Sponsorship............................. R2000
Hole Sponsorship and 4 Ball ...........R3000
(Individual players welcome to join - we’ll make up 4-Balls – a great way to meet other parents,
teachers, etc.)
If you would like to enter, participate via sponsorship, or would like further information, please contact
Greg La Cock on 021 557 5277 or email drgreglacock@mweb.co.za
Please return this priority booking together with your proof of payment to Greg La Cock at:
drgreglacock@mweb.co.za or fax: 021 557 5277
Thank you in advance for getting involved and supporting the school!
Raising Funds for Fairmont Sport
Come and enjoy a wonderful day of golf while supporting our school sport teams. Competition is
a 4-Ball Alliance (2 scores to count), followed by a meal and great prizes!
Contact Details:
To book your place, sponsor a hole or donate prizes, kindly contact Greg La Cock on:
021 557 5277 or email drgreglacock@mweb.co.za
Confirmation of your T-Off time will be emailed once payment received.
Payment Details:
Bank: ABSA Bank
Account Name: Fairmont High
School Branch
Code: 632
005
Account No.: 407 223 5037
Deposit Reference: “Golf day” + name of player or of 4-ball.
Kindly email proof of payment to: drgreglacock@mweb.co.za

17. 16) SPORTS RESULTS
SPORT DAY DATE TEAM OPPONENT RESULTS
Hockey (Girls') TBC TBC U19A Tygerberg HS (H) Won 1 : 0
U19B Tygerberg HS (H) Won 3 : 0
U16A Tygerberg HS (H) Won 4 : 0
U16B Tygerberg HS (H) Won 3 : 1
U16C Tygerberg HS (H) -
U14A Tygerberg HS (H) Won 13 : 0
U14B Central HC (H) -
Hockey (Girls') U19A Reddam Drew 1 : 1
RUGBY REPORT : U14’S vs WESTERFORD
Mikey led out the Trojans on a beautiful winter morning for their last home game against Westerford.
We started the morning with 3 forwards calling in sick. However, even with a scrumhalf on flank, our
forwards put in their best performance of the season. Darren was the outstanding forward and was
rewarded with a stunning try. With the forwards providing go-forward ball, the backs could run freely
leading to Mikey and Caleb scoring beautiful tries. Special mention must be made of Max who
played a stunning game on flank. Not bad for a wing!
Unfortunately we let them in with a late try. Final score 20 - 5.
It was good to finish off the season with a structured measured performance!
Well done to the coaching staff and management!
17) WELL DONE
Matthew Moreau (Gr. 11)
Matthew was recently capped and received his SA colours
and blazer for South African Baseball.
He is currently in Japan participating in the World Cup
Baseball U18 where he is excelling among the world’s best.

18. James Burness (Gr. 9) & Kyle Harrison (Gr. 9)
Congratulations to James
and Kyle! They won silver at
the Eskom Cape Town
Regional Science Expo held
at UCT. Their project was
entitled: ‘Lasers for cutting
lawns’ - an innovative idea
that uses lasers to cut grass
instead of the conventional
lawnmower.
Well done!
Samuel van der Merwe (Gr. 11)
Samuel has been chosen to go to the SA Cross Country Championships this
Saturday, 12 September 2015, in Middelburg.
We wish Samuel all the best at this meeting.
18) PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
We hope that our matrics continue to work hard during their trial examinations knowing that they can
look forward to their glamorous farewell dance on Thursday, 1 October.
We wish all our families a happy, sun filled, spring weekend.
Yours sincerely
Mr R Dingley
PRINCIPAL
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Fairmont High School does not necessarily endorse the products/services advertised in this circular.