How to Boost Your Child’s Academic Success: A Parent’s Guide
Building a solid foundation for your child’s academic success doesn’t happen by accident - it’s the result of consistent, focused parental involvement from the start of their educational journey. While most parents know they should be involved, many are unsure what that involvement should look like to truly support their child’s learning and growth.
To help guide you, education expert Dr. Linda Meyer shares a proven framework that is both practical and easy to implement, ensuring your child has the best chance of academic success throughout their school career and beyond.
The ABCs of Learning: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Child’s Academic Performance
In today’s competitive world, academic success has become more critical than ever. The pressure to excel is growing, both locally and globally, with increasing demands for higher education access and job opportunities. While schools play a crucial role in shaping a child’s education, parental involvement can significantly enhance their academic performance. “As parents, we are pivotal in nurturing an environment that fosters learning and growth,” says Dr. Linda Meyer, MD at IIE Rosebank College. “Especially in the foundational years, we should ensure our children receive the right support to mould and cement their approach to learning and their educational journey.” Dr. Meyer emphasizes that supporting your child’s educational development doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s her framework to help parents build a strong foundation for their child’s academic success:
Create a Positive Environment
“The home environment is where a child’s learning journey truly begins. Creating a space conducive to studying is essential,” says Dr. Meyer. Beyond a dedicated study space, a positive environment extends to the emotional atmosphere at home. Encourage open communication, celebrate achievements, and approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset. Children who feel supported are more likely to be motivated and engaged in their studies.
Foster a Love of Learning
Academic success is not just about grades; it’s about cultivating a lifelong love of learning. When children find joy in learning, their academic performance naturally improves. “Encourage your child’s curiosity by exploring subjects they find interesting beyond the classroom. Whether through reading, visiting museums, or engaging in science experiments at home, fostering a sense of wonder helps children develop a passion for knowledge,” explains Dr. Meyer.
Keep It Real
While encouraging children to strive for excellence is essential, setting realistic expectations is equally important. “High pressure can lead to stress and burnout, which can hinder academic performance. Work with your child to set achievable goals and break them down into manageable tasks. Celebrate every milestone, no matter how small, to build confidence and teach valuable time management and organizational skills.”
Be Actively Involved
Active parental involvement is key to academic success. Dr. Meyer stresses the importance of attending parent-teacher conferences, monitoring homework, and staying informed about your child’s progress.“Engage in regular discussions about what they’re learning at school and show interest in their assignments. Children are more likely to take their studies seriously when parents are involved and set clear expectations.” Maintaining open communication with your child’s teachers is also crucial. “Regularly check in with educators to understand your child’s strengths and areas for improvement. A strong parent-teacher partnership provides a consistent support system that can enhance your child’s academic performance.”
Encourage Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Critical thinking is a valuable skill that extends beyond the classroom. Encourage your child to think critically by asking open-ended questions and discussing various topics from different perspectives.“Teaching children to approach challenges analytically gives them the tools they need to succeed academically and in life,” says Dr. Meyer.
Be a Role Model
Children often mirror their parents’ behaviors and attitudes, so demonstrating a love for learning and intellectual curiosity can inspire them to adopt the same approach. “Whether you’re reading, discussing current events, or pursuing a hobby, showing a commitment to personal growth can motivate your child to embrace learning and education,” says Dr. Meyer.
Encourage Emotional Well-being
Academic success is closely tied to emotional well-being. Dr. Meyer advises parents to encourage their children to develop social skills and emotional intelligence. “Teach your child how to manage stress, build resilience, and maintain a growth mindset. Emotional support helps children thrive academically, as they’re better equipped to handle challenges and setbacks.” Building confidence is equally important. Dr. Meyer concludes, “Celebrate your child’s efforts, not just their results. Recognizing the hard work they put into their studies reinforces the value of persistence and dedication, helping them develop a resilient mindset and an understanding that effort leads to success.”
Parental involvement is essential in fostering a child’s academic success. By creating a supportive home environment, encouraging a love for learning, and staying actively engaged in their education, parents can provide their children with the tools they need to thrive academically and in life. With these strategies from Dr. Meyer, you’ll be setting your child up for success both in school and beyond.
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Navigating nationwide education budget cuts: How schools can maximise resources
As South Africa faces widespread budget challenges in the education sector, schools across the country are being forced to rethink their financial strategies.
Recently, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) announced plans to cut 2 400 teaching jobs due to a staggering R3.8 billion budget shortfall, but this is only one example of the broader financial strain affecting all provinces. Schools are now tasked with maintaining quality education with fewer resources, which makes creative solutions and efficient resource management more important than ever.
With the other provinces also grappling with severe budget shortfalls, schools must stretch their funds while reducing staff and operational costs. As head of the WCED, Brent Walters, explained in a recent circular, “the current number of educator posts in the Western Cape cannot be maintained.” This mirrors the difficulties faced by education departments across the country, as schools are being asked to navigate reduced teacher numbers and frozen recruitment efforts.
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LAERSKOOL BRITS
Hokkie
Die 1ste span meisies het algeheel 2de geëindig in die NW hokkie liga teen Mooirivier.
Eerstespan Hokkiedogters
Rednaars
Hierdie Graad R bekkige Britsie Klitsie het as Graad -wenner by die Podiumpret Redenaarskompetisie weggestap. Dus kry ons eie klein Janco Cilliers ook ‘n plaatjie wat sy naam dra by die Taalmonument in die Paarl.
HOËRSKOOL BRITS
Ons is trots om te sê dat drie tweelinge op die DK dien ! Baie sterkte met die taak wat voorlê!
• Jeanri Becker
• Jané Botha
• Lucy Erasmus
• Zelri Espag
• Shenique Geldenhuys
• Danél Jansen
• Elmé Koekemoer
• Tanya le Roux
• Chané Louwrens
• Shani Otto
• Demarié Pieterse
• Caitlin Swanepoel
• Doret van Niekerk
• Diané Viviers
• Marietjie Vledder
• Lemar Enslin
• Guillaume Fourie
• Armand Janse van Rensburg
• Reinhardt Kleynhans
• Thiardt Kleynhans
• Charl Mostert
• Hendrik Stopforth
• Hanko Swanepoel
• Lowan Swanepoel
• Viggo Trumpelmann
• Divan van der Merwe
• Jean van der Walt
• Stompie van der Walt
• Hugo van Niekerk
• Imrich Viviers
Die o.13B hokkie dogters het baklei tot die einde in die finale wedstryd teen Ottosdal. Die dogters eindig 2de in die Noordwes liga en kry ‘n silwer medalje.
o.13B Hokkiedogters
Landloop Noordwes Span
Dienskomitee 2024/2025
Krieket
Baie geluk en sterkte aan die volgende drie Britsies wat gekies is om Sondag, 1 September 2024, in die tweede rondte van die Noordwes krieketproewe deel te neem.
Landloop Redenaars
Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders wat die Noordwes-span behaal het:
• Melissa de Lange - Gr. 11
• Quenné Botha - Gr. 9
• Kaylee Cooks - Gr. 10
Ons is trots op elke Landloper wat hierdie seisoen baie hard geoefen het.
Baie geluk aan Drian du Preez, hy is deur na die Streeksfinaal van Radikale Redenaars wat op 7 September 2024, te Potchefstroom plaasvind.
DIE HOËRSKOOL WAGPOS
HoofLeiers 2024/2025
Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders wat verkies is tot leiers 2024/2025!
SW Liebenberg (Hoofseun en sport voorsitter), Mnr. A.L. Joubert (skoolhoof) en Maretha Joubert (Hoofdogter en bemarking voorsitter).
Agter: Gustav Wichmann (sosiale voorsitter), Ruben Joubert (dissipline voorsitter), Joné O’Connell (kultuur voorsitter) en Leandri Crouse (Akademie voorsitter).
Skyfskiet
Wagpos se raakpraat redenaars maak geskiedenis
Leerders van Die Hoërskool Wagpos het aan die pasafgelope Artistatue kompetisie deelgeneem, waartydens hulle uitsonderlik presteer het.
Dit was die eerste keer in hierdie pragskool, wat bykans 100 jaar oud is, se geskiedenis dat leerders aan die Artistatue deelgeneem het. Argumente is behoorlik gestaaf. Tong in die kies, spog Wagpos dat hierdie plaasjapies die stadsjapies `n ding gaan wys het wanneer hulle op die 31ste Augustus in Centurion by die Midstream College gaan deelneem het. Die Woord sê “dood en lewe lê in die mag van die tong…” Daarom Wagpos redenaars, gaan voluit, laat die tonge klap, stel jou argument met trots en wys die kompetisie dat Wagpos `n skool is waarmee rekening gehou moet word wanneer julle deelneem aan die nasionale rondte. Sterkte Wagpos raakpraters, julle maak ons trots. Volhard! #Trots Wagpos!
HOËRSKOOL HARTBEESPOORT HIGH SCHOOL
Diensraad 2024/2025
BERGSIG AKADEMIE / ACADEMY
Head Leaders 2024 | 2025
Bergsig Academy proudly announced our head leaders for 2024|2025. We took a step back to trace their roots to see where a part of their shaping as leaders took place. A big thank you to our primary schools for laying the foundation and producing incredible leaders!
Fast Five Netbal
Bergsig kondig met trots aan dat beide ons o.15 en o.17 Fast Five netbalspanne kwalifiseer vir die Nasionale Kampioenskappe!
North West MTB
We would like to congratulate Tamlyn Luyt on her combined 1st place in the age category 17,18,19 Junior women, at the North West MTB XCO CUP on 7 September 2024 that took place at Koedoeslaagte. She was also chosen for the North West Schools team that will compete at Nationals taking place at Wagpos on the 20, 21 and 22nd September 2024.
She will represent Bergsig as top qualifier in her split age category Class 18 and 19 Women and 22 September 2024 she will represent North West schools in the National final held at Wagpos.
Boogskiet
Op Saterdag, 7 September 2024, het ons Bergsig boogskietspan deelgeneem aan die AfriKiti - kompetisie wat plaasgevind het by ATKV Buffelspoort en die Bergsig boogskietspan behaal ‘n algehele 1ste plek.
• Theo J.v Rensburg
• Lexi Bronkhorst
• Minéke Campbell
• Ronan Stephens
• Motebang Kadi
• Wessel vd Bank
Die volgende 12 leerders van Bergsig Akademie het almal medaljes ontvang: Ons is ongelooflik trots op al ons skuts van die boogskietspan!
• Jahno Steyn
• Matthew Vermaak
• Wihan Steyn
• Anesia de Roer
• Rico Venter
• Dankia Wietsz
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FIELDS COLLEGE
Fields College Term 3 Highlights: A Term Full of Joy, Heritage, and Achievement
As Term 3 of the academic year comes to a close, Fields College has been brimming with unforgettable moments and vibrant celebrations that truly highlight the spirit of our community. From revisiting the joys of childhood to commemorating our heritage and showcasing our learners’ extraordinary talents, this term has been a testament to the dynamic and inclusive culture we cherish.
Matric 40 Days: A Return to Innocence
One of the most heartwarming highlights of the term was the Matric 40 Days celebration. This cherished tradition allowed our senior learners to step away from their academic pressures and indulge in activities that reignite their inner child. From finger painting to playful games, it was a time for the matrics to reconnect with their youthful exuberance and enjoy the simpler pleasures of life. It was a refreshing and joyful experience that reminded everyone of the importance of embracing fun and creativity, even
Mandela Day: Celebrating Heritage and Progress
Mandela Day was another significant occasion that resonated deeply within our school community. This year’s celebration was a poignant reminder of our rich heritage and the strides we have made as a nation. Learners and staff participated in various activities aimed at honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy and reflecting on the progress achieved in the pursuit of social justice and equality. It was a day filled with inspiration, as we collectively acknowledged how far we have come while reaffirming our
Kaleidoscope-Themed Mr. and Miss Fields: A Vibrant Extravaganza
Our Mr. and Miss Fields event this term dazzled with its kaleidoscope theme, transforming the occasion into a vibrant explosion of color and creativity. The spectacular evening was not only a celebration of our learners’ talents and personalities but also an opportunity for other high schools, including RHS, Grenswas, Grenville, and Bergsig, to join in the festivities. The event was a true celebration of diversity and creativity, showcasing a dazzling array of performances and expressions that captivated the audience and highlighted the exceptional talents of our learners.
Primary Schools in Control Revue: A First-Time Triumph
The primary school’s “In Control” revue was a standout moment of the term. For the first time, our primary school learners participated in the Kaleidoscope Competition in Pretoria and made it through to the second round. Their performance was nothing short of extraordinary, with learners dancing with exuberance and singing with full-hearted enthusiasm. Their energy and talent not only impressed the judges but also showcased the incredible potential and spirit of our younger learners.
Sports Achievements: A Term of Athletic Excellence
Sports continued to be a major focus at Fields College, with our teams demonstrating impressive skills and dedication throughout the term. The Furious Fast Five Netball team played with exceptional intensity, leaving everything on the court as they pursued victory. Meanwhile, our junior hockey team made a remarkable run to the semi-finals of their league, showcasing their skill and teamwork. Not to be outdone, our cricket players continued to impress, consistently delivering outstanding performances and maintaining their strong momentum.
Academic Achievements
Fields College is thrilled to announce the successful completion of this year’s prelims. Our learners and faculty have worked tirelessly, and their dedication has truly paid off. We are proud to be a pilot institution for the Global Education Consortium (GEC), and our recent achievements stand as a testament to the collaborative effort of everyone involved.
The preliminaries went off without a hitch, setting a positive tone for the exams. The collective commitment of our staff and the perseverance of our learners ensured a smooth and efficient examination process. We are immensely grateful to all who contributed to making this academic term a triumph.
Thank you to everyone learners, faculty, and staff for your hard work and enthusiasm. Your efforts have been instrumental in our success, and we look forward to continuing this journey with the same spirit of excellence.
As we wrap up Term 3, it’s clear that Fields College has once again lived up to its reputation for excellence and community spirit. These highlights are a testament to the dedication, creativity, and unity that define our school community, setting the stage for even more success and celebration in the months to come.
Netbal SAkampioenskappe
Larries is trots op ons twee netbalspanne wat hierdie naweek deelgeneem het aan die SA-kampioenskappe.
- Die p.12 Netbalspan eindig algeheel 18de in SA!
- Die o.13 Netbalspan eindig 12de uit 35 spanne op die SAs.
Die dogters het puik netbal gespeel - dit is ‘n puik prestasie. Daar was 35 skole per ouderdomsgroep wat die naweek aan die kompetisie deelgeneem het.
Redenaars
Ons is trots om aan te kondig dat Mikayla Schutte eerste plek verower het by die Radikale Redenaars streeksfinaal! Sy het haar uitstekende redenaarsvaardighede gewys en gekwalifiseer vir die landsfinaal wat in Oktober plaasvind. Ons hou duime vas en wens haar alle sukses toe in hierdie volgende groot mylpaal!
Baie geluk aan ons Larries-gholfspan! Ons Larrie seuns het hard gewerk en uitstekende vordering gemaak tydens die onlangse gholfliga! Hou aan om te groei en ons trots te maak!
Larries Boogskietskuts deel van 2024 AGA-NW boogskietspanne
Op Saterdag, 14 September 2024 het Laerskool Rustenburg se boogskietspan skitterend deelgeneem aan die Kraalhoek 3D Interskole Boogskietkompetisie by die Kraalhoek Boogskietbaan. In hierdie unieke 3D-kompetisie het die deelnemers op teikens in die vorm van realistiese 3D-diere geskiet. Ons Larries-span het nie net hul doelwitte behaal nie, maar dit met oorweldigende sukses oortref. Met ‘n mooi wentelling van 1578 uit 1800, is Larries aangewys as die Kraalhoek 3D Interskole kampioene vir 2024, wat ook die hoogste telling van die jaar is!
Die Larries seunsskuts het 5 van die top 10 plekke verower, terwyl die dogterskuts 4 plekke in die top 10 ingeneem het. Die volgende skuts het besonder goed gevaar: Niel Schmidt het eerste geëindig onder die primêreseunsskuts met ‘n telling van 277 uit 300, Micayla Meyer het eerste geëindig onder die primêre-dogterskuts met ‘n telling van 261 uit 300 (meer 10’e) en Chene van Niekerk het tweede geëindig onder die primêre-dogterskuts met ‘n telling van 261 uit 300.
Ons is uiters trots op al ons skuts wat tydens die kompetisie nie net hul sportmangees en toewyding gewys het nie, maar ook die trots en tradisies van Laerskool Rustenburg hoog gehou het. Boogskiet by Larries gaan nie net oor prestasies nie, maar oor die bevordering van gesonde dissipline en tradisie.
Baie geluk aan ons Larrie-landloopatlete wat 7 September, aan die SA-KAMPIOENSKAPPE in Vanderbijlpark deelgeneem het: Ons is ongelooflik trots op elkeen van julle! ‘n Groot dankie ook aan julle afrigter, Mnr. Joe Viljoen, vir sy onwrikbare ondersteuning.
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HOËRSKOOL RUSTENBURG
Hoërskool Rustenburg presteer uitstekend in die Nasionale Olimpiade. 8 leerders is in die Top-100 van Suid-Afrika, 10 leerders is in die Top-20 van Noordwes. Jurie Blignaut is vir die tweede jaar die provinsiale wenner en ook nasionaal 5e.
Oberholzer
3e), Jurie Blignaut (Noordwes 1e), Janelle Heukelman
2e) en Salomé Vermaak
Ons is trots om te deel dat ons rugbyspelers steeds nuwe hoogtes bereik. Waide Davey is opgeneem in die NWU Prestige 7’s-toernooi se droomspan. Verskeie topskole, soos Paul Roos, Grey College, Boland Landbou en Noordheuwel, het aan die toernooi deelgeneem en mekaar die stryd aangesê. Tydens Bergsig se Rolyn 7’s-toernooi is Ryan Pheiffer aangewys as die speler van die wedstryd in die finaal teen Wesvalia, wat RHS met 26-5 oortuigend gewen het.
5e).
Baie geluk aan Matthew Retief (Gr. 10) het deelgeneem aan die Provinsiale Sasolvaardigheidskompetisie vir IGO. Matthew verower 1ste plek tydens die kompetisie en dring deur na die finale ronde wat 26 – 28 September 2024 in Johannesburg sal plaasvind. Die Rusties is trots op jou.
Noordwes Fast Five Kampioenskappe
Baie geluk aan die o.17-span wat hul 3 poelwedstryde, die kwart- en semifinale gewen het. Hulle het in die finaal teen Potch Gimmies 27-23 verloor. RHS eindig tweede en kwalifiseer vir die SAkampioenskappe. Baie geluk en sterkte.
Mnr. en Mej. Rustie 2024
MJ Otto en Kendra Swart, die Rusties se Mnr. en Mej. Rustie 2024, het op 16 Augustus 2025 Mnr en Mej Fields College bygewoon saam met verskeie ander hoërskole in die dorp. Hulle praat van hoe spoggerig die aand was en hoe ongelooflik dit was om as ‘n gemeenskap saam te kom. Dis vir ons mooi om te sien hoe MJ en Kendra sterk Rustie-ambassadeurs is.
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Krieket Streekspan
Nime Mulder
• Eerste: 100m en 150m
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• Eerste: Diskus
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SACSSA
Boogskiet SA
Kultuur
Ringbalspan
Baie geluk aan die volgende atlete wat op, 31 Augustus, puik presteer het tydens die SACSSA-byeenkoms in Sasolburg. Vastrap se eerste seunsringbalspan eindig algeheel tweede in die Kampioen-vankampioene-toernooi en verseker so dat Vastrap twee trofeë huis toe bring.
• Deandre Bosse
• Tweede: Diskus
Riaan Gavazzi
• Eerste: Gewigstoot en Spiesgooi
• Derde: Diskus
Xander Lubbe
• Vyfde: 100m
• Negende: 150m
CB Enslin
• Vyfde: Hoogspring
Hanru Bredenkamp
• Eerste: Diskus en TurboSpiesgooi
• Tweede: Gewigstoot
Kylie van der Walt
• Eerste: 80m en 100m
Juliet van der Walt
• Derde: 80m
• Vierde: 100m
Rayden Fienies
• Eerste: 100m en Verspring
Janco Lubbe
• Eerste: 80m
• Tweede: 100m
Jutamé Jonker
• Eerste: 60m en 80m
Giovan Gavazzi
• Tweede: TurboSpiesgooi
• Sesde: Gewigstoot
Luan Saaiman
• Eerste: TurboSpiesgooi
Kean Weidemann
• Eerste: 600m
• Vyfde: 80m
• Sesde: 60m
Sion Menezies
• Sewende: 60m
• Twaalfde: 80m
Tennisuitslae 2024
Vastrap se Juniorspelers behaal ‘n Grand Slam! Al 9 spanne wen hulle ligas. Hulle speel teen altesaam 22 skole en wen al hulle wedstryde.
Die eerste ringbalmeisiespan het algeheel tweede in die Kampioen-van-kampioenetoernooi in Sasolburg geëindig. Vastrap is baie trots op hulle uitstekende spel.
Landoop LAERSKOOL DAVID BRINK
geluk aan ons langasems wat puik presteer het tydens die landloop ASA-Kampioenskappe. Ons is trots op julle!
Redenaars
Veels geluk aan Sarah-Marie van Jaarsveldt, Lethabo Mabulane en Logan Cloete wat Noordwes gaan verteenwoordig tydens die Radikale Redenaarskompetisie. Hulle neem onderskeidelik aan Redenaars, Public Speaking en Lees deel. Wel gedaan.
Eerste Seunshokkiespan
POTCHEFSTROOM GIMNASIUM
Bergfiets
Gimmies is baie trots op ons bergfietsryers wat die naweek goed presteer het by Koedoeslaagte in Parys. Reuben, Philip en Alex verwerf hul Noordwes-kleure en gaan van 20-21 September in Brits aan die SA’s deelneem. Philip wen ook die beste sub-junior vir hoërskole. Mooi so, Gimmies!
Gimmie-netbal
Gimmies is baie trots op ons o.17 Fast Five-netbalspan wat uitstekend tydens die Noordwes-kampioenskappe gevaar het. Ons o.17-span is Noordwes-wenners en die o.15-span is naaswenners. Welgedaan, dogters! Julle hou Gimmies se puik netbalnaam hoog!
Gimmie-dirigente
Ons dirigente het verseker G-E-E-S! Geluk aan die leerders wat as dirigente vir 2024/2025 verkies is.
Landloop
Gimmies se landlopers het puik presteer tydens die SAlandloopkampioenskappe in Vanderbijlpark. Ons is trots op ons landlopers wat hulle goed van hulle taak gekwyt het. Welgedaan, Gimmies!
• Dogters o.17 – Silwermedalje vir Andrea Steynberg (uit 91 atlete)
Kunste
Gimmies het Woensdag aan die ATKVUitklopSpel-kompetisie deelgeneem en hulle uitstekend van hul taak gekwyt.
Geluk aan die volgende spellers wat deurgedring het na die finaal wat op 22 Oktober in Bloemfontein plaasvind. Ons is trots op julle!
Seniors:
• Inge Grobler - 1ste
• Deidré Olivier - 2de
Juniors:
• Ricco Pretorius - 2de
• Rossouw Nel - 3de
HOËRSKOOL FERDINAND POSTMA
SA kampioenskappe
Ons het twee seuns in die landloop span van die noordwes en hulle neem deel aan die SA kampioenskappe.
Spelathon
Mari-Lize Roos in Gr. 9 wen Noordwes Junior afdeling by die Spelathon. Elrise Pretoruis in Gr. 10 , is 6 de in die NW afdeling ,albei leerders is deur na SA’s wat 22 Oktober plaasvind.
o.17 Sewes Rugby
IT Olympiad
Ferdies het ‘n eerste en tweede plek verower by die Noordwes IT olympiad Rondte twee. Vir die afgelope 4 jaar het Ferdies die nommer 1 en 2 posisie by die Olympiad verower.
Tokkie Tennis
LAERSKOOL MOOIRIVIER
GAME. SET. MATCH. Puik. Puik. Puik! Ons Tokkies skitter met kishoue tydens die Super 12 Laerskole / Primary Schools tennis-kompetisie en behaal pragtige prestasies. Ons seuns en dogters is wenners en Mooirivier is aangewys as Algehele wenners van Super 12! o.13 Noordwes Gemengde Liga Wenners.
Agter:
Eerstekrieketspan se Oorwinning
’n Groot geluk aan ons 1ste krieketspan wat die naweek teen Schoonspruit gespeel het en met 8 paaltjies gewen het!
Julle het ongelooflik goed gespeel en die wedstryd met uitstekende vaardighede en spanwerk gewen. Welgedaan, manne –julle is regtig ysters!
Hou aan om die goeie werk voort te sit en Ferdies se naam te hou!
Voor: Terrence Masupa, Armand Nagel, Quinton Viljoen, Zeeshaan Kooreyshi. Agter: Eduan du Plessis, Walt Esterhuizen, JC Wyllie, AJ Burger, Kwame Matlawe, Gomolemo Seiphehlo en Dodo Matsoenyame.
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Landloop SA’s Atlete
Rugby
Baie geluk aan die o.13A Seuns vir die prestasie van Noordwesliga Wenners.
Noordwes Laerskole Liga Wenners
Beide ons o.13A hokkieseuns en -dogters het hul staal gewys op die baan die laaste twee dae en het geseëvier met puik resultate. Albei spanne kwalifiseer vir Champ of Champs vir 2024 op 20-21 September in Potchefstroom. Baie geluk aan die hokkiespanne wat Noordwesliga Wenners behaal het asook Super 12 3de plekke.
Semi-finale: Dogters wen 1-0 teen Schweizer Seuns wen 1-0 teen Curro
Voor: Dylan Bruyns, Jonathan Hall, Tsalano Lerefolo, Ludwig Drewes, Jean Liebenberg, Louis van der Linde en Ryno vd Berg.
Agter: Christoff Raubenheimer, Willem Steyn, Declan Taute, Duan Deacon, Jaco Marais, Paul Els en Mnr. Stephan Spamer (Afrigter).
Afwesig: Handré Kemp en Dieterich Schreck.
Voor: Emilie Burger, Sanmari de Jager, Abigail Fourie, Nicola Geldenhuys, Annabelle van Zyl, Skye Taute, Mieke van der Walt.
Agter: Juf. Michelle Barnard (Afrigter), Lea Malherbe, Nica Keet, Nina Burger, Melanie Mels, Madyson le Roux en Nicoline du Preez.
Afwesig: Ariëlle van Deventer.
Finale: Dogters wen 4-0 teen Brits Seuns wen Potch Primary in “Shootout” 2-1
HOËR VOLKSKOOL POTCHEFSTROOM
Dit is ons voorreg om Volkies se nuwe hoofleiers bekend te stel wat vanoggend aangekondig is:
Dogters:
• Hoofdogter: Lea Verster
• Onderhoofdogters: Nicky van Wyk & Kayla Maré
Seuns:
• Hoofseun: Henré Nel
• Onderhoofseuns: Ruan Smit & Louis van wyk
Koshuise:
Ons Hoop Meisieskoshuis:
• Hoofdogter: Kayla Maré
• Onderhoofdogters: Andrea Moolman & Nicky van wyk
Jack Pauw:
• Hoofseun: Ruan smit
• Onderhoofseun: Marlu du Preez
Baie geluk met julle verkiesing en baie sterkte vir julle termyn. Volkies staan bankvas agter julle.
Fast Five Netbal
Hoofleiers 2024/2025
Volkies se o.15 dogters het die naweek in Rustenburg by die provinsiale Fast Five Netbal Kampioenskappe deelgeneem. Hulle vaar uitstekend en wen die finaal 37-35
teen Gimmies om as Provinsiale Fast Five wenners gekroon te word. Hulle kwalifiseer ook om aan die Nasionale Kampioenskappe later die maand deel te neem. Baie geluk met hierdie mooi prestasie en baie sterkte met die voorbereiding vir SA’s.
Vier van ons leerders het uitstaande prestasies behaal tydens die Allegretto Inter-Provinsiale Eisteddfod.
Hanno van Zyl
• Monoloog A+++
• Gedramatiseerde Prosa A+++
• Gedramatiseerde Gedig A++
• Al drie items gaan deur na Nasionaal
Danika Jonker
• Redenaars A++
• Voorbereide lees A++
• Stilstaande gedig A+
• Al drie items gaan deur na Nasionaal
Ashley Viljoen
• Gedramatiseerde Prosa A++ (deur na Nasionaal)
• Stilstaande gedig A++ (deur na Nasionaal)
• Formal poetry A+
• Dramatized poetry A+
Eduard Viljoen
• Voorbereide lees A+++ (deur na Nasionaal)
THE HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS POTCHEFSTROOM
SAMCA National Team
A massive congratulations to Keisha Brishmaer for being selected to represent South Africa as a member of the SAMCA National Team at the Majorette World Championships in Cape Town this September!
This is the highest honour in this sport, and Keisha will not only represent the High School for Girls, Potchefstroom, but her entire country on the world stage.
We’re incredibly proud of her dedication and hard work that has led to this incredible achievement. Wishing Keisha the best of luck as she heads to the World Championships from 19-22 September.
LAERSKOOL M.L. FICK
Hokkie
Baie sterkte aan ons o.13A Hokkiedogters wat deelgeneem het aan die Noordwes semi-finale teen Laerskool Brits by die NWU Astro. Ons is baie trots op julle.
Krieket
Die volgende seuns is opgeneem in verskeie ouderdomme se streekspanne wat gaan deelneem aan die Distrikte toernooi in die vakansie vanaf 23 September. Baie geluk seuns! Ons is trots op julle!
Baie geluk aan ons Emmie-skuts wat uitstekende resultate behaal het tydens die afgelope Noordwes Liga 5!
LAERSKOOL GOUDKOP
SA Landloopspan
Ons stel met trots bekend...ons 11 landloopatlete wat Saterdag, 7 September, aan die SA kampioenskappe deelgeneem het. Ons weet julle almal het baie goed gevaar. Ons is baie trots op julle.
KOSH krieketspanne
Baie geluk aan die volgende seuns wat opgeneem is in die KOSH krieketspanne.
Bernard von Moltke – Alt-Vere Klas 1 Silwer
Wynand Pretorius – Alt-Vere Klas
1 – Brons
Christian Viljoen – Alt-Vere Klas
2 – Goud
Leandry du Toit – Alt-Vere Klas 2 – Silwer
Pierre Holtzhauzen – Alt-Vere Klas 2 – Brons
Pretorius Lucian Drake – Alt-Vere Klas 1 Goud
Landloop
Baie sterkte aan Caitlyn Snyman en Jeanlo Beckley wat, 7 September, in Vanderbijlpark as deel van die ACNW span deelneem aan die landloop SA Kampioenskappe. Ons is bitter trots op julle en weet sommer dat dit goed sal gaan!
Caitlyn Snyman en Jeanlo Beckley.
Crowley Strauss – Alt-Vere Klas
4 Brons
Johenko Viljoen – Alt-Vere Klas 3 – Stgaan & Meester Lapwapens
Crowley Strauss – Alt-Vere Klas 4 Kniel Lapwapen
Emmie Tennis
Baie geluk aan die o.11 seuns wat hul tenniswedstryd gewen het teen Laerskool Goudkop met ‘n telling van 46-24. Ons is trots op julle!
Super 8 Hokkie
Baie geluk aan ons 1ste span meisies wat ‘n algehele 3de plek gekry het tydens die Super 8 hokkie. Julle het met baie ywer gespeel en julself bewys. #weesdieverskil Ons is baie trots op julle!
LAERSKOOL SAAMTREK
Krieket
Laerskool Saamtrek se krieketspanne skitter! Laerskool Saamtrek is trots op al ons krieketspanne wat uitstekend vaar die seisoen. Die volgende spanne is KOSH liga-wenners: o.9A, o.10A, o.11A , o.11B, o.13B en o.13A. Laerskool Saamtrek se eerstespan verdedig vanjaar hul NW-titel en is tot dusver onoorwonne in die liga. Ons is trots op Laerskool Saamtrek se krieketspelers en hul afrigters. Hou aan om hierdie standaard te handhaaf en voort te bou op julle sukses!
KOSH-Span
Laerskool Saamtrek is trots op 23 seuns wat in die onderskeie KOSH-spanne opgeneem is.
o.11: Ludwig du Preez, Dries Dreyer, Rubin Essakow, Sloan van Wyk, HJ Strydom, Japie Coetzer, Liam Coetzer, o.12: Alto Wiggett, Raygan Coetzee, Lean van Staden, Benroux Kotze, Heinrich Wilkens, o.13: Nathan Bezuidenhout, Casey Lues, Jason Tarr, Shane v. Heerden, Pierre Lötter, Ruben v.d. Merwe, Edwin Venter, Chris-Heinz Wiegenhagen, Zander dy Preez, CJ Williams en MJay Buys.
Laerskool Saamtrek atlete hou Samies se naam hoog tydens die S.A. Landloop te Vanderbijlpark. Daar het ‘n totaal van 23 atlete Sentraal Noordwes verteenwoordig. Die volgende atlete is onder die top 10 in hul groep:
• Stephan Fourie - 8ste
• Lilica Fourie - 8ste
• Hayley Lues - 9de
Landloop
CURRO KLERKSDORP
NW play-offs
Congratulations to the u.13 Hockey boys who played in the NW play-offs against Laerskool Vastrap. They were triumphant with a final score of 2-0 for Curro and walked away with a very well-deserved bronze medal. Placing them third in the Northwest province. Well done boys!
Noordvaal Tournament
Under 19 Girls Hockey. Winners of the Small Schools Noordvaal tournament held at Curro Vanderbijlpark. Congratulations and Well Played!
Noordwes Naaswenners
Laerskool Saamtrek se fietsryspan is Noordwes Naaswenners!
Lees Kompetisie
Laylie Theunissen, Graad 3 het Matlosana Leo verteenwoordig tydens die Noordwes Provinsie, Lees kompetisie in Mafikeng. Laylie het onvoorbereide lees gedoen en die kompetisie gewen! Hierdie is voorwaar ‘n groot prestasie! Laylie dring deur na die nasionale kompetisie.
Flinkdink
Laerskool Saamtrek is trots op ons Flinkdinkers! Marisa Visser is as Flinkdinker 2024 aangewys! Wat ‘n ongelooflike prestasie om as wenner van die 12 aangewys te word. Saamtrek se span eindig algeheel 6de uit 19 skole! Die span: Marisa Visser, Rosaline Botha en Lara van Zyl. Welgedaan meisies!
HS Head
The High School is embarking on a new journey with a new Head taking over the reins from Mr Bekker. We wish to congratulate Mrs Cindy Venter and wish her all the best with her new journey, may it be prosperous, and we look forward to the positive impact she will make.
History Made at Curro Klerksdorp
We are thrilled to announce that Curro hosted the first-ever Interschools Afrikaans Redenaars First Additional Language Competition! On this historic evening, we witnessed incredible talent and passion from all participants. A huge congratulations to our winners. We had the pleasure of welcoming 5 schools to this outstanding event, and the competition was of the highest quality. Thank you to all the learners and schools that participated and made this event a memorable success.
Senior Division:
• 1st Place: Sergio Correia
• 2nd Place: Khumo Morebudi
Junior Division:
• 1st Place: Gabriela Silva
Leerlingraad 2024 | 2025
LAERSKOOL LA HOFF
Saam met die blink trofee en spogtitel wat die eerste dogters hokkiespan verdien het, is Binae Ackerman ook aangewys as die Top Doelskieter tydens die Eddie Walker Hokkietoernooi. Dit wil nou gedoen wees. Mooi so, Hoffies! Julle vul mekaar aan en speel as skitterende span saam.
Eisteddfod
Geluk aan elke Hoffie wat deelgeneem het aan die 2024 Eisteddfod. Ons Hoffies is vir die tweede jaar na mekaar, aangewys as die Beste Presteerende Laerskool En die ongelooflike toekenning is aan elke Hoffie wat hier sit! In al die verskillende katergorieë het ons Hoffies puik gevaar - drama, gedigte, kuns, instrumente en dans. Ons is trots op julle!
Die volgende deelnemers ontvang ook spesiale toekennings in hulle afdelings:
• Kristiaan Wilters, Gr. 1: Kategorie wenner - drama
• Ava-Leigh Voges, Gr. 2: Graad wenner - informele kuns
• Mila Booyens, Gr. 3: Graad en kategorie wenner - informele kuns
• Susan van Wyk, Gr. 4: Kategorie wenner (Koperblaar) - musiek
• Mariné Slabbert, Gr. 4: Graad en kategorie wenner - informele kuns
• Pieter Ernst, Gr. 5: Graad wenner - informele kuns
• Avoné Badenhorst, Gr. 6: Graad wenner - informele kuns
• Alésia du Plessis, Gr. 7: Graad en kategorie wenner - informele kuns
Fietsry
Die volgende leerders kwalifiseer om deel te neem aan die Suid-Afrikaanse kampioenskappe. Enya en Juandre ontvang ook hulle Noordweskleure.
Hokkie
Lafras Visser word aangewys as die Beste Seuns Hokkiespeler tydens die Super 8 Hokkie. Die seuns- en dogterspanne eindig ook algeheel 3de tydens die toernooi.
SKOOL LAERSKOOLNAAMBAILLIE PARK
Landloop
Baie geluk aan ons leerders wat Baillies verteenwoordig het by die SA-Landloop Kampioenskappe, 7 September, in Vaalpark! Ons is trots op julle!
Boogskiet
Op Saterdag, 7 September het Baillies se boogskietspan deelgeneem aan die ATKV Buffelspoort kompetisie. Ons skuts het baie goed gevaar:
• David Knoetze het ‘n tweede plek behaal vir die Laerskool seuns met ‘n telling van 283/300.
• Elizma de Jager het eerste plek behaal vir Laerskool meisies met ‘n telling van 278/300.
• Wian du Toit het ‘n eerste plek gevat vir die cub seuns met ‘n telling van 242/300.
• David Knoetze en Elizma de Jager het Noordwes Kleure ontvang en gaan op 26 September vir die Noordwesspan by SA’s skiet.
Bergfiets
Baie geluk aan die volgende Baillies Bergfietsryers wat NW Skole Span 2024 behaal het:
• Jemma Gouws
• Henrey Jacobs
• Zandri Janse van Rensburg
• Grizelda Janse van Rensburg
• Henri Jonker (Tuisskool)
• Hanru Odendaal (Tuisskool) Ons is baie trots op julle!
Krieket
Baie geluk aan die volgende seuns wie gekies is vir die onderskeie Potch Distrik. Baie geluk aan die seuns!
Krieketspanne: o. 13B:
• Danrey Kok
• Ricus le Roux
• Cobus Botha
• Christiaan de Wet o. 12A:
• Xandré Baron o. 12B:
• Liam Vermaak
• Rossauw Visser
• Sebastian Vorster o. 11A:
• Christian Roestorf
• Righardt Maree
• Teagan Els
o. 11B:
• Marnu van Niekerk
• Meyer Bezuidenhout
• Nico Tromp • Ruben Botes