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Playful dads, happy kids: Building connections through fun

Engaging in play is one of the most impactful ways fathers can enhance their children’s well-being. Play is essential to a child’s development, nurturing cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth. Recognising this, Takalani Sesame launched its Bond Through Play Campaign in August, encouraging father figures to embrace the power of play.

“Fathers bring unique perspectives and strengths to play, complementing the care mothers provide,” says Mari Payne, Deputy Managing Director at Sesame Workshop South Africa. Playtime not only strengthens the parent-child bond but also challenges harmful gender stereotypes, promoting caregiving as a shared responsibility.

Takalani Sesame offers practical advice for fathers at every stage of a child’s development:

• Infants: Engage in gentle rocking or massage to provide comfort and build trust.

• Toddlers: Participate in active games like chasing or throwing a ball to develop motor skills and coordination.

• Preschoolers: Encourage imaginative play, such as storytelling or dress-up, to foster creativity and language development.

Fun, Family-Friendly Games

Make playtime enjoyable with these South African classics and creative ideas:

• Hide and Seek: Play indoors or outdoors to promote problem-solving and physical activity.

• Round-robin storytelling: Add hand shadows for a magical twist, enhancing imagination and narrative skills.

• Cooking: Turn meal prep into a scavenger hunt, encouraging participation and learning about food.

• Traveling: Count cars by color or play “I spy” to keep children engaged and attentive.

More Fun Activities for Bonding:

• Scavenger Hunt: Create a treasure map for your home or garden and hide small treats or toys for children to find.

• Obstacle Course: Use household items like chairs, cushions, and broomsticks to create a fun indoor or outdoor course.

• Musical Chairs: An old favorite that combines movement, music, and laughter.

• Paper Plane Contest: Make paper planes and see who can fly theirs the furthest.

• Nature Walk Bingo: Create a simple bingo sheet with items to spot during a walk, such as leaves, birds, and flowers.

• Puppet Shows: Create puppets from socks or paper bags and put on a family performance.

• Dress-Up Adventures: Use old clothes and accessories for imaginative play as pirates, superheroes, or explorers.

• Ball Games: Play soccer, basketball, or catch in the yard or at a local park.

• Simon Says: A classic game that improves listening and following instructions.

• Dancing Games: Have a mini family disco with favorite songs.

Quiet and Calming Activities:

• Puzzle Time: Work on age-appropriate puzzles together to build problem-solving skills.

• Story Time: Take turns reading or inventing stories to enhance imagination.

• Building Projects: Use LEGO, building blocks, or household items to create towers or imaginative structures.

“Playing with your children means spending quality time with them,” says Payne. “It’s an investment in their social, emotional, and academic growth, as well as their readiness for school.

As the December holidays approach, it’s the perfect time for families to embrace the joys of play and create lasting memories together. Whether through traditional games, imaginative adventures, or simply spending quality moments with your children.

KEARSNEY COLLEGE

Presentation Assembly

The Presentation Assembly was held yesterday, recognising excellence in the cultural and sporting fields. The recipients’ hard work and commitment over a number of years have complemented their talents and we congratulate them on their awards. Matthew de Oliveira was awarded the Sportsman of the Year Award and Mpande Luhlongwane was awarded The Hanle Trophy for Outstanding Cultural Achievements. The Inter-House trophies were also awarded, with the Veldman Top House Trophy being awarded to Pembroke, following the year’s inter-house academic, cultural and sporting competitions.

Appointed Prefects 2025

AH Smith Inter-House Trophy for sport, The Parkes Inter-House Trophy for Academics and The Veldman Top House Trophy - Pembroke.

Mpande Luhlongwane Prize for outstanding Cultural Achievement and Solo Performance, The Inter-House Cultural Trophy - Gillingham.

Matthew de Oliveira Sportsman of the Year.

Luca Sandri (Head of School), Jamie van Wyk (Debuty Head of School)

Finningley: Bukho Hlwatika (Head of House), Deputies: Cullan Abrahams, Oliver Gray, Jason de Gryse, Ndabenhle Mkhize, Liam Oets and Luke Patterson. Gillingham: Joshua Painting (Head of House), Deputies: Connor Grenfell, Mthobisi Mngomezulu, Thabang Ramokgopa, Calum Skewis and Rory Treleaven. Haley: Nic Comrie (Head of House), Deputies: Nathan Foster, Kgosana Hekandjo, Kunashe Kamwendo, Kaylin Moodley, PJ Snyman and Matthew Terblanche. Pembroke: James Pohl (Head of House), Deputies: Hayden Dunsdon, Luca Mindry, Simanye Mlakalaka, Doan Nel and Oliver Tubb. Sheffield: Joel Steyn (Head of House), Deputies: Joshua Griffiths, James Hastings-Brown, Olly Hind, Mnikelo Madlala and Connor van Heerden.

Congratulations to the boys appointed as prefects for 2025.

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GELOFTE SKOOL

Primêre Leerderraad 2025

Baie geluk aan die leerders wat verkies is tot die nuwe Leerderraad.

Sekondêre Hoofleiers 2025

Baie geluk aan die leerders wat verkies is tot die nuwe leerderraad

WESTVILLE GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Top 10 Valedictory 2024

Dux Leerder

Congratulations to the learners who were rewarded with the highest achievements for 2024.

Voor: Nina Conradie, Kylie Murray, Mckhayla du Plessis, Mieke Botha, Isabella Booysen, KaylaLee van den Heever, Jessica Terblanche, Janke Rautenbach. Agter: Mnr M Martin (skoolhoof), Marco Cornelius, Caylum Sweetnam, Ian Botha, Blake Phillips, Ayabonga Mahlaba, André Grundling en Altus Basson. Afwesig: Henning van Dyk.

Janco Jooste (Onderhoofseun), Reinard Jansen van Rensburg (Hoofseun), Mnr Martin, Zoë Niemann (Hoofdogter), Kay’lee Smith (Onderhoofdogter)

Charné Swart Interne Dux (Gr. 12)

Baie geluk aan Charné Swart vir haar puik prestasie.

2. Damara Ganes 3. Puja Heeralall 4. Mari Relling 5. Radhe-Shyam Inderjeet

Lwandile Lushaba 7. Thuscana Moodley 8. Emma Stone 9. Bronwyn Kerr 9. Zanda Mbonambi

1. Saiyuri Vallabh

PINETOWN BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Senior Academic Awards Gr. 12

We celebrated academic excellence at our Grade 12 Academic Awards Ceremony! A proud moment for all as we recognized the hard work, dedication, and outstanding achievements of our senior learners. Congratulations to all award recipients—your commitment to excellence is an inspiration to us all! Your Bravery into Academic Excellence is essentially you living out the school’s motto.

Khayalethu

Mzimela makes his presence felt on the International football stage

The South African u.17 Men’s National Team, affectionately known as Amajimbos, is gearing up for the 2024 COSAFA Championships, set to take place in Maputo, Mozambique. Among the talented squad is Khayalethu Mzimela, a young sensation from Pinetown Boys High School and the British Football Academy, whose inclusion in the team has sparked excitement and pride around Pinetown and Durban circles.

Amajimbos will convene on 25 November 2024 at the SAFA Technical Centre in Johannesburg to kick off their preparations for this pivotal tournament. The COSAFA Championships not only serve as a prestigious regional competition but also offer a pathway to the u.17 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Cote d’Ivoire and the ultimate prize—a chance to compete in the FIFA u.17 World Cup.

Mzimela’s consistent performances and unwavering dedication have earned him this well-deserved spot on the national stage. Known for his commanding presence on the field and unmatched work ethic, he has been an inspiring figure to all those around him and has echoed the bravery that PBHS gentlemen are called to display and excell in - all spheres and platforms that the learners find themselves in to express their talents. His selection is a testament to his hard work and the strong foundation laid by both his academy - British Football Academy and school (Pinetown Boys High School).

For South Africa, the tournament represents an opportunity to reclaim a place at the FIFA u.17 World Cup, a stage the team hasn’t graced since 2015. For Mzimela, it’s a chance to showcase his talent and represent his community on a grand scale.

South Africa u.17 Men’s National Team Head Coach Vela Khumalo called up a squad of 26 players which will be trimmed to 20 around 28 November 2024, before the team departs for the regional showpiece in December 2024.As the Amajimbos embark on this journey, all eyes will be on rising stars like Khayalethu Mzimela, who continues to prove that dreams are attainable through hard work and determination.

Bayande Shozi Dux, First in Accounting, math, IsiZulu & Academic honours

Alwande Miya Full Colours

Ayabonga Cebekhulu 1st in Drama

Kuhlekonke MKhize 1st in Geography & Academic Honours

Xolisani Vilakazi Full academic colours

Keoshen Naidoo 1st in History, Life sciences, & honors for academics

Zimiso Dlamini 1st in Maths Literacy

Olwethu Khumalo Half Colours Academics

Z. Pillay Half Colours Academics

Bandile Mashabane 1st in Business studies.

Khayalethu Mzimela

HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL

Hillcrest High School Grade 12 Class of 2024 Senior Speech Night Prize Winners

At the Hillcrest High School Senior Speech Night, the school announced the Dux, Dux Proxime Accessit, and the learner who placed third in Grade 12 for 2024. All three learners were re-awarded their Honours Cum Laude for achieving aggregates of over 85% for the year. Congratulations to the Class of 2024 Prize Winners - Scan the QR Code to see all of the prize winners and their awards.

WATERFALL

Speech Day is one of the most anticipated events on the Waterfall College calendar, where we reflect on the year and celebrate the matriculating class. On Friday, 11 October 2024, Waterfall College students, staff and parents gathered to bid farewell to the Class of 2024. This year’s theme was ‘choice’ and Waterfall Preparatory School’s headmaster, Mr Brad Cooper, spoke to the choices that we all make on a daily basis, urging our Matrics to make choices that will positively impact and benefit their future selves. Our guest speaker, Mrs Slindile Xhakaza, is a KwaZuluNatal local who is a renowned public speaker, social justice activist and marketing manager. She encouraged our Matrics to ask themselves: “Who will I be in this world?” and to make choices that are true to their values, fulfilling the need for ethical leaders in our time. Waterfall College’s principal, Mrs Bryony Green, reflected on the Class of 2024’s leadership, noting that they “took on their leadership roles with a sense of purpose and responsibility. ”She said: “In all aspects of school life, they’ve not only set an example for the younger grades but have also shaped the culture of the school with their vision, enthusiasm and

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ability to connect with others.” The school choir sang a melodious rendition of “Ngikhokele”, ushering in the prize - giving segment of the proceedings. We celebrated with our Matrics as they received awards recognising them for various accomplishments and we’d like to congratulate all prizewinners, with special mention to Lolwetu Masango (Dux) and Roxanne Mundell (Proxime Accessit to Dux of School). As we bid the Class of 2024 farewell, we want to remind them of God’s intentions for their lives. We share with them the scripture that was read to open the day’s proceedings and hope that they take these words into the next chapter of their lives: “The Lord your God will make you abundantly prosperous in all the work of your hand, in the fruit of your womb and in the fruit of your cattle and in the fruit of your ground. For the Lord will again take delight in prospering you, as he took delight in your fathers, 10 when you obey the voice of the Lord your God, to keep his commandments and his statutes that are written in this Book of the Law, when you turn to the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul.” - Deuteronomy 30: 9-10

Principal Bryony Green, head pupil Danielle Espag and guest speaker Slindile Xhakaza.

Leiah Kennedy Dux, Trophies for: Business Studies,Tourism, and LO

Annika Adendorff DUX Proxime Accessit, Walsh Trophy: Pursuit of Excellence, Top Achiever

Kiarra Chetty 3rd in Grade, Top Achiever, Trophy for Excellence

Luke Müller Top Achiever

Charmonay Prinsloo Afrikaans trophy for a pupil who shows a passion for the language

Alessandro Petronio Engineering Graphics and Design for excellence achieved in the EGD P.A.T.

Sinothando Dlamini Top Achiever

Rohan Chaithram Top Achiever

Kian Adruthkumar Trophy for Practical Excellence in Grade 12 Consumer Studies

Kaelyn Stainer Best Actor/Actress and Achievement in Practical Drama

Morgan Walker Top Achiever

Kevaan Ramsern Top Achiever

Nozbusiso Mzobe Top Achiever

Unam Mtsokoba Top Achiever Monique Robinson Top Achiever

Lucy Booysen Outstanding Practical Work in Art

Jessica Graham Top Achiever

Abigail King Outstanding Achievement in Matric Art

Olivia Botha Trophy for Practical Excellence in Grade 12 Consumer Studies

CURRO HILLCREST

Curro Hillcrest Celebrates Excellence at Matric Prize-Giving Ceremony

Curro Hillcrest recently hosted a heartwarming Matric Prize -iving Ceremony, honouring the exceptional achievements of the Class of 2024. The evening was marked by inspiring storytelling from guest speaker and former East Coast Radio DJ, Jane Linley-Thomas, who captivated both students and adults alike with her journey and wisdom. In a night dedicated to academic excellence and community spirit, the school’s pride shone through as numerous awards were presented to students who excelled in their studies and extracurricular activities. Among the distinguished honourees was Emma Swart, awarded the title of Dux Scholar for 2024, reflecting her outstanding academic prowess.

The event not only acknowledged academic brilliance, but also celebrated the ethos of leadership, service, and perseverance that Curro Hillcrest instills in its learners. The audience applauded the recipients of several special awards that highlighted these cherished values. The prestigious Leadership Trophy was awarded to Thando Makhanya, recognized for her exemplary servant leadership. Thando’s dedication to balancing the needs of her peers, staff, and parents, all while embodying courage and integrity, has set a remarkable example for those around her. The Headmaster’s Award was presented to Thando Makhanya and Am Majavu, both of whom have significantly impacted the school community through their caring nature and Godly passion, leaving a positive imprint on everyone they encounter. In a display of camaraderie and kindness, Anna Hamilton received the Temlett Good Fellowship Trophy.

This award, voted on by the matric class, acknowledges a student who has fostered strong relationships within the school, representing the values of friendship and generosity. The evening concluded with the Gaines Audax Bellator Trophy, awarded to Jethro Braithwaite, a true embodiment of resilience. Jethro’s determination to overcome personal challenges with courage and strength mirrors the biblical hero David confronting Goliath. His relentless spirit inspires all who know him.

As the award recipients took to the stage, the message was clear: hard work, passion, and resilience are the hallmarks of success at Curro Hillcrest. “Congratulations to all our winners! Your achievements are an inspiration to us all,” the headmaster said, affirming the school’s commitment to fostering excellence in every learner.

As the Class of 2024 steps forward into a new chapter, the Curro Hillcrest community stands united in celebrating their accomplishments and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.

WESTVILLE SENIOR PRIMARY SCHOOL

We are extremely proud to share that Inathi Nakin’s Majorettes team received outstanding results at The Nationals competition held in Cape Town where they secured a gold medal for Baton Classic Group, Bronze Medal Junior Mace Group and Baton Classic Group! Inathi is the captain of the Junior Majorettes Team and is one of the athletes who were part of this amazing achievement! This is a great achievement which will promote them to the Elite division in the future!

Well done, Inathi!

We attended the first of its kind - The Westville Circuit Coding and Robotics Showcase hosted by Berea West Senior Primary School. Schools from around the Westville area gathered to present all that they have accomplished with Coding and Robotics over the past year. From Scratch Coding to Lego Spike, 3D printing with CAD design, unplugged coding to plugged coding! This event was one we look forward to attending again next year! Our learners; Ashton Singh, Kylah Hattingh, and Olivia Havemann all showed off the projects they worked on for our Art Exhibition, showing that coding and Robotics can indeed be integrated into the Creative Arts. With a playable piano, music mixer, and drawing robot, our learners did us proud! Alongside these art specific projects, we also showcased our Sphero bots and spike essential lessons that we work on throughout the year. A big thank you to Mrs Marshall for all her hard work in developing our Coding and Robotics curriculum!

On Sunday the 20th October, Joshua van Schalkwyk completed the 38km Amashova in 1 hour and 21 minutes… in the rain! Mrs Martin also braved the rain as she completed the 65km Amashova!

Well done to Niskaya and Dasarah Govender who played in the SA kids golf tournament held in Simbiti Country Club. It poured with rain all day, both girls were completely drenched and just carried on walking and doing their best! Even in these conditions you are not allowed to use carts as it is tournament rules to walk the 18 holes! Niskaya was placed 2nd and Dasarah was placed 3rd.

Congratulations to the following girls from the Karen Drake Dance Studio who participated in the recent Cecchetti Ballet Exams:

Not in Gala: Mia De Oliveira

Grade 2 and Gala Qualifiers: Emily McDonald (Distinctions) Abigail Kabanga (Distinctions), Julia De Oliveira (Distinctions) and Yenkosi Shezi (Merit)

Grade 3 and Gala Qualifiers: Molly Coombe (Distinctions) and Sophie Oosthuizen (Distinctions)

Grade 4 and Gala Qualifiers: Cora Mackrory (Merit).

Jethro Braitwaite Emma Swart

Anna Hamilton

Thando Makhanya

Am Majavu Gavin Belman, Jane Linley Thomas and Paul Guthrie.

(Merit)

The Westville Circuit Coding and Robotics Showcase SA Kids Golf Tournament

Junior Majorettes Team Cecchetti Ballet Exams

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NORTHWOOD SCHOOL

Sports, Culture and Service awards evening

Our annual Sports, culture and service awards evening sees our Squires and Knights recognized for their talent and efforts throughout the year. This year was a bumper edition - with our boys achieving exceptionaly well across all codes!

Some highlights of the evening included:

• Harlee Jagga on being awarded the Beachwood Boys High School Trophy for Sportsman of the Year.

• The Spirit of Northwood Award was shared by two deserving young Knights who embody the spirit of our school. Both young men always give of themselves by assisting others and honour the badge in all aspects of school life and in their chosen sports and service teams. Congratulations to Dewalt Mostert and Gabriel Banda.

• The Knights Trophy was awarded to Matthew Lortan for an outstanding achievement for an Internal Extra-Mural activity.

• Exceptional Contribution to War Cry, a new trophy award that sets the bar high for future War Cry Leaders, was awarded to Nigel Kambasha!

• The Culture at Northwood Trophy was awarded to Zanru Roets for his excellence in our Cultural Programme.

CRAWFORD INTERNATIONAL LA LUCIA

Grandparents Day Concerts

Our Pre-Primary students held their Grandparents Day Concerts at the end of Term 3. We were excited to welcome our Grandparents for a special time together at Crawford International La Lucia Pre-Primary.

Over 3 mornings, in our newly built Pre-Primary Hall, each Grade held a small concert to exhibit their talents for their grannies and grampas, followed by some fun activities together in the garden. So many wonderful memories were made!

Thursday 10 October evening was the pinnacle of academic celebration at Crawford

Acknowledging and rewarding high sport, cultural, and academic achievements from our Matric student body and announcing the top in Grade, as at this point in time before final exams. The evening held an exciting announcement of the most White Honours Blazers received in one year. An incredible achievement!

Congratulations to all certificate, colours, scrolls, blazers, and trophy winners!

Inter-Crawford Owen Kuyper U13 Cricket Festival

Crawford International La Lucia hosted the annual Inter-Crawford Owen Kuyper U13 Cricket Festival in October, featuring two days of exciting cricket.Teams from Crawford Sandton, Crawford Bedfordview, Crawford North Coast, Crawford Fourways, and Crawford Lonehill participated. The matches were held using a 15-over format with special rules to make it more challenging.

In the final round, La Lucia faced Sandton in a winner-takes-all match. Our bowlers did well, limiting Sandton to 134 runs. Although we lost three quick wickets early on, a solid partnership helped us secure a 5-wicket victory. This win crowned our La Lucia team as the 2024 Champions of the Owen Kuyper Cricket Festival. It is especially fitting that our boys triumphed during our 25th anniversary as a school!

Harlee Jagga

Dewalt Mostert and Gabriel Banda

Matthew Lortan

Nigel Kambasha

Zanru Roets

James Ivey - Dux (A.J.M. Wilkinson Trophy), Nikhar Singh - Proxime Accessit (The Beachwood High School Silver Jubilee Trophy) and Daniel Ivey - 3rd in Grade 12 (The Harikishun Trophy)

Top three learners Gr. 12

International La Lucia College, as we held our Matric Valedictory.

DURBAN GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Senior Speech Day and Prize-Giving

Our Speech Day and Prize-Giving Ceremony was a celebration of our Grade 12 learners’ achievements in a range of spheres and included many moments of pride and joy for both the recipients and their families. Special recognition was given to learners who have exhibited exceptional leadership qualities, creativity and innovation and those who have served the school.

DURBAN HIGH SCHOOL

Senior Prize-Giving

Sarita Govender Dux of 2024, Olcedor Shield

Mikayla Naidoo Proxime Accessit to Dux, Liane Mail Trophy

Front: Megan Kalapdeo, Mikayla Naidoo, Sarita Govender, Yolisha Govender and Diya Maharaj. Back: Neha Harri Bhajan, Andisiwe Mkhondwane, Isabella Stubbs, Thanduxolo Ndlovu and Sinovuyo Tshabalala.

Mikayla Naidoo, Sarita Govender and Yolisha Govender.

Melokhule Sibisi and Wenzokhule Nzimande Contribution to the Musical Life of the School

Jamie Philip, Robyn Wijne and Amahle Karabo Tshabalala.

Holly McDonald Best All-Rounder in Academics and Sport, Andisiwe Mkhondwane Best All-Rounder in Academics and Culture

Top Ten

Joshua Loots Cambridge Dux

Xanda Theologo Third in Gr. 12, Top Performer in his Field

Keshan Pillay Dux Proxime Accessit

Connor Rixon Dux Unaye Mndau Music, All Around Excellence, Most Memorable Character and Head Prefect

Luvuyo Mkhize Outstanding Achievement in the Art of Music Ikho Mdleleni Outstanding Involvement in ExtraMural Drama Mahle Sithole Excellence in Sport and Culture

Daniel Mayiza Wide Involvement in the Cultural Aspect of School

Semal Pillay Captain of Cricket Duncan Basson Captain of Rugby

Ntokozo Maphumulo Sportsman of the Year

Hendrik Bezuidenhout Outstanding Service as a Prefect

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Durban High School celebrated its annual prize-giving ceremony, recognising the exceptional achievements of our students. It was a momentous occasion, filled with pride and joy, as we honored the hard work, dedication, and outstanding accomplishments of our learners across various fields. The event not only highlighted academic excellence but also celebrated leadership, sportsmanship, and creativity, reinforcing our commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals.

DURBAN GIRLS’ COLLEGE

Founders’ Day: Matric Prize-Giving

On Thursday, 10 October, we celebrated Founders’ Day and our Class of 2024’s Matric Prize-Giving, marking the 147th year in

At Durban North College Prestige Colours (White Blazer) is awarded to learners that has obtained amazing results in Academics and on the sports field.

Grade 11 learner Aayush Ramphal has obtained Prestige Colours in Academics.

He has obtained an average of 85% or higher from Grade 8 to Grade 11 for all 4 terms of each year.

He also obtained the Head of Academics.

Sport Awards Highlights

DURBAN NORTH COLLEGE | DURBAN - NOORD KOLLEGE

Zia Mahomed Sportwoman of the Year

Aayush Ramphal Prestige Colours

Aneliswa Ndlovu Sportman of the Year

Nickeal Bhyro Deyal Head of Sport

history of Durban Girls’ College.

Isabella Mathysen

The David Martin Family Trophy for Service to the Durban Community

Ruby Kraus The Elizabeth and Kate Pentecost Trophy for Excellence in Academics and Sport

Seo Hyun An The DGC Trophy for Excellence in Academics and Culture, Proximé Accessit to Dux 2024

Jenny Mac Donald Margot Reid Trophy for Grace

Avumile Sibisi The Jennifer and Deborah Wilson Prize for All-round Contribution to College

Jia Patel Sherine Higginson Rosebowl for All-Round Excellence, Dux 2024

Zara Dhooma The Kathryn Purkiss Trophy for Good Fellowship, The Quinta Essentia Award

On 17 September 2024, our High School hosted the much-anticipated Annual Sports Awards Dinner, celebrating exceptional sports talent and the spirit of sportsmanship that unites our teams.

Grace Daley Senior Sportswoman of the Year

Tara Pakendorf Senior Sportsmanship of the Year

Kadence Ribbink Special Honours

Hockey 1st Team Team of the Year

Kayla Venter Head of Culture

Pascale Ras and Kenyah Davids Head of Grade 8

Yuvesh Govender (Debuty Head Boy) and Lisedi Msiya (Debuty Head Girl)

Ethan Groenewald (Head Boy) and Janéy Carstens (Head Girl)

CHELSEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Highest Academic Honours Awarded to Three Former Pupils

Chelsea Preparatory School is thrilled to congratulate three outstanding former pupils who have been awarded Dux—the highest academic honour—at their respective high schools this year.

academic success, making their alma mater incredibly proud.

Aanya Magan, named Dux at Danville Park Girls’ High School, received numerous accolades, including:

• Maharajah Shield for Physical Sciences

• Dee Pratt English Trophy

• Nieuwoudt Trophy for Grade 12 Life Sciences

• Subject prizes in English, Life Sciences, and Physical Sciences

Aanya also achieved an impressive aggregate of 91%, earning academic honours.

Jinwon Ha was named Dux for the Class of 2024 at Clifton College and received multiple awards:

• Dux of 2024

• Achievement in Languages

• Subject prizes in Afrikaans, English, Information Technology, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences

and

we are honoured to have been a part of their educational journey.”

Patrick Lambert was awarded First Position (Dux) in A Block at Michaelhouse. His accomplishments include:

• First in Subject and Diligence awards in Accounting and Afrikaans

• First in Economics, Mathematics, and Further Studies Mathematics

Patrick also earned several special prizes, such as:

• Hutchinson Memorial Mathematics Prize

• Biffs-Smith Family Award (Sodalis Digmus), recognizing a non-prefect embodying the Michaelhouse mission

• Elliot Commerce Shield for top combined marks in Economics and Accounting

CLIFTON SCHOOL - DURBAN

Clifton School Speech Night 2024

and trophy recipients were celebrated for their

throughout

Aanya Magan

– Dux at Danville Park Girls’ High School.

Jinwon Ha – Dux for the Class of 2024 at Clifton College.

Patrick Lambert & Mr Grant Maartens – First Position (Dux) in A Block at Michaelhouse.

Aanya Magan, Jinwon Ha, and Patrick Lambert each achieved remarkable

“We are incredibly proud of Aanya, Jinwon, and Patrick for their dedication

achievements,” said Mr Grant Maartens, Principal of Chelsea Preparatory School. “They exemplify the Chelsea spirit of striving for excellence, and

Mngobi Mthethwa The Alistair Clarke Trophy for the boy who has involved himself fully in all spheres of school life and who epitomizes the Clifton Motto

Abdullah Ally and Mngobi Mthethwa The Leighton Fellowship Trophy, The Michael Downes Trophy for Leadership

Ethan Lyne The George Thiel Trophy for Leadership

Zavar Sayed The Sally Dreyer Trophy for Enthusiasm and Participation

Matthew Turner Subject Prize: Business Studies

Jadyn Naidoo Subject Prize: Geography

Yasheen Naidoo Subject Prize: Life Sciences

Jordan Voigt Subject Prize: Mathematical Literacy

Aryan Harrichunder Subject Prize: Visual Art

Award

outstanding achievements

the year at the Clifton School speech night 2024.

Thomas Ehrich Engineering, Graphics and Design

Jonathan Hoarau The Founders’ Trophy for Academic Perseverance

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Jake Savage 2nd in Gr. 12, The Proxime Accessit Trophy (Second place in Gr. 12), Subject Prizes for: Accounting, History, Music

Jinwon Ha 1st in Gr. 12, Dux of 2024, Achievement in Languages, Subject Prizes for: Afr, Eng, IT, Math, Physical Sciences

Ayush Koovarjee 3rd in Gr. 12, Subject Prize: Life Orientation

GLENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL GLENWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Senior Prize-Giving 2024

On Tuesday, 15 October 2024, Glenwood High School hosted its Annual Senior Prize-Giving and Valedictory Ceremony in the Mvinjelwa Johannes Mhlongo Hall. The event, meticulously organized by Deputy Headmaster Mr. Morne Scott, was a heartwarming celebration of academic and sporting excellence.

The Open Air School’s choir gave moving performances, some beautifully joined by our choir.

We were honoured to have guest speakers Mr. Ricardo Lognath (Class of 2012) and Mr. Nicolas Lognath (Class of 2013), both recognized on Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 list for their outstanding achievements in e-commerce and healthcare.

The academic accolades of the evening included:

• DUX OF SCHOOL (J H Snow Memorial and THUSA Award) – Brydyn Barnabas (from @durban_prep)

• DUX PROXIME ACCESSIT – Liam van Wyk (from Winston Park Primary)

• Third Place – Dhiven Naidoo (from Northdene Prep)

In sports, the Senior Sportsman of the Year – Derek La Marque Trophy was awarded to Ntandoyenkosi Soni (from @penzanceprimaryschool).

Mathematics Competition

Maariya Abdul Ganey attended the prestigious South African Mathematics Competition prize giving held in Cape Town recently. She placed in the top 10 of Grade 6 and 7 pupils across South Africa. We are very proud of her achievement!

Yahya Kathrada placed 8th in South Africa for the Middle Primary section of the WITS Maths Competition.

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South

Ntandoyenkosi Soni

Liam van Wyk Dhiven Naidoo

Brydyn Barnabas

Maariya Abdul Ganey

Yahya Kathrada

Ella Luo

Ella Luo placed

Africa in the Upper Primary section

WITS Maths Competition.

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PENZANCE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Well done Abelo Dlamini on your selection to the KZN u.11 Cricket Team pictured with Mr Gounder and Mr Padayachee who were also chosen as Coaches for the KZN Cricket Team. We are proud of you all.

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Water Polo 2024

Well

DANVILLE PARK GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Zoe Kleynhans(Girl Captain) & Tyloh Aitken (Girl Vice Captain).

Joshua Brokensha(Boy Captain) & Jesse Andreou(Boy Vice Captain).

Tyloh Aitken

Water Polo Captains - Girls

Water Polo Captains - Boys

Lethokhuhle Kaula, Luyanda Nzuza, Ziya Mohonlall and Sbonga Ngubo.

Danville Park Girls’ High School held its

work and dedication.

KUSWAG SKOOL

Matric Bell

Our matrics rang the school bell for the very last time. Twelve years of hard work. We salute you.

Sports Prize-Giving

AMANZIMTOTI

Primary School Choirs

KZN Ethekwini Games

Riaan Vorster in Grade 4 and Mianè Steyn in Grade 5 achieved exceptional achievements at the KZN Ethekwini games. Mianè achieved a second place in 100m freestyle, third place in 100m backstroke and third place in 50m backstroke. Riaan obtained a second place in 100m backstroke. We are so proud of you.

SA Colour Cycling

HIGH SCHOOL

High School Seniors Shines at Prize Giving

Front: Bianca Le Roux, Carli du Randt and Silke Bester. Back: Gabriella Morton, Kirsten Jonker, Amanda van dyk, Lunè Benedetti, Jaylee van Wyngaardt and Megan Els.

Cliffie Botha Bianca le Roux

Riaan Vorster Mianè Steyn

Our High school learners received prizes at our high school Prize-Giving for sport and culture.

Front: Luke de Gray Birch, Leandri de Koker and Abbigail Rynhoud. Back: Pieter van Romburgh, Christoper Broodryk, Micke Hannay, Jaylee van Wyngaardt, Rowan Leibrandt and Henko de Goede.

Silke Bester

Trinity Pillay Bentley trophy for Dux of the school,

Gems Annual trophy For The Dux of the School, Governing Body trophy for The Dux of the school

Yavan Roopnarian Thelland Proxime Accessit trophy for second in Grade 12

Lara-Ann Kruger Third in Grade 12

Samuel Murefu (Head boy), Yonela Zama (Head Girl), Samuel Fright (Deputy Head Boy), Nzukezinhle Chiliza (Deputy Head Boy), Sydney Boshoff (Deputy Head Girl), Fatima Molefe (Deputy Head Girl).

AHS Choir

Mbalie Zulu

2024 Head Girl and Guest Speaker: Professor T T Bhengu

2025 Head Prefects

Clive Ngcobo, Jason Dladla, Ezekhethelo Zulu, Bryleigh Pretorius, Zamangwane Mhlungu, Sphiwokuhle Makhanya, Sithandiwe Ncayiyana, Ntokozo Nxumalo, Zenande Khwela, Thobelihle Hlophe, Uyanda Mngadi, Vinisha Parmasur, Vukani Dladla.

MICHAELHOUSE

SCHOOL PREFECTS 2025

Following on from the announcement of our Senior Prefect, please join us in congratulating our 2025 School Prefects from left to right: James (Brunton) Bigalke (West) Thomas More College, Takudzwa Ngorima (McCormick) Reddam House Waterfall, Rhys Barry (Mackenzie) Cowan House Prep School, Oliver Bruyns (Ralfe) St Stithians College, William Ridl (Founders) Clifton Prep School Nottingham Road, Lerotholi Seeiso (Senior Prefect) Clifton Prep School Nottingham Road, Dominic Sesink Clee (Second Prefect, East) St Peter’s Boys Prep School, Keagan Elliott (Pascoe) Ashton International College Ballito, Lwandle Nzama (Baines) Primêre Skool Lumiére Primary School, Koketso Bopape (Farfield) Midstream College Primary, Oliver Davis (Tatham) Clifton Prep School Nottingham Road.

Congratulations to you all. We know you will lead with integrity, humility, compassion and courage in service to our Michaelhouse community.

Mackenzie House has done it again! Congratulations to Lerotholi Seeiso, a Clifton Prep School Nottingham Road alumnus, who has been named our Senior Prefect for 2025. Lerotholi takes over the reins from Carlyle Hawkins, who finished his examination just in time this morning to wish Lerotholi heartfelt congratulations as he received the honour of being named incoming Senior Prefect for 2025, to uproarious applause from the rest of the boys in assembly.

We wish you all the very best Lerotholi. Your appointment to this important role of leadership at Michaelhouse is well deserved.

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PIETERMARITZBURG GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Senior Speech Day Celebration

The Senior Speech Day Celebration was a deeply poignant occasion, marking the final chapter for our Grade 12 class as they prepared to embark on their journey into adulthood. Emotions were palpable, and a sense of pride and accomplishment filled the air. As we gathered to honour our graduating class, we reflected on the exceptional individuals they had become. The ceremony recognised numerous outstanding achievements, including: Academic Colours and Honours Merit Awards Special prizes in various categories Tokens of appreciation for our top nine learner leaders for their exceptional leadership We extended our warmest congratulations to our top three learners: Nasiha Osman (3rd in Grade 12), Reva Harichand (2nd in Grade 12), Neha Sirkar (1st in Grade 12). Inspiring words from our esteemed guest speaker, Mr. Mbuko, reminded us of the transformative power of words. To the Green Machine Class of 2024, we could not be prouder. Your tears, laughter, and memories will stay with us forever, and we eagerly anticipated the incredible impact you will make in the world.

Front: Mr Brendan Gittins, Koketso Bopape, Lerotholi Seeiso, Mr Antony Clark, Dominic Sesink Clee, Rhys Barry and Mr Sibusiso Ncamani.

Back: Takudzwa Ngorima, Olivier Davis, William Ridl, Brunton Bigalke, Keagan Elliot, Oliver Bruyns and Lwandle Nzama.

Lerotholi Seeiso

Neha Sirkar

Reva Harichand

Nasiha Osman

MARITZBURG COLLEGE

Rugby

Congratulations to our Rugby Stars! College is incredibly proud of our talented rugby players who have shown hard work and determination on and off the field. The following boys have achieved incredible milestones with bursaries and contracts for their future careers in rugby! Each of you embodies true College spirit, and we look forward to seeing you soar in your rugby careers. Onward and upward.

• L Makhathini – Bursary at the Central University of Technology

• S Mbatha – Contract with the Sharks

• N Sithole – Contract with the Cheetahs and a bursary at the University of the Free State

• I Kemka – Contract with the Sharks

• N Isaacs – Bursary at Stellenbosch University

Dux 2024

Congratulations to Jonathan Werth, our 2024 Dux, who is set to begin his studies in Actuarial and Financial Mathematics at the University of Pretoria next year!

A proud moment for College as S Sithembu gears up to represent South Africa at the u.17 Mirnawan Cup in Malaysia! Good luck – we’re behind you all the way.

• J Jansen – Contract with the Sharks

• S Maphisa – Contract with the Cheetahs and a bursary at the University of the Free State

• A Botha – Contract with the Sharks

• P Kubheka – Contract with the Sharks

Congratulations to the following College boys who have earned their spots in the KZN Inland cricket teams! We are extremely proud and wish you all the best of luck in the upcoming cricket tournaments!

Chad Mason • Sphamandla Dzanibe