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Major Sport events in 2024 The main highlight for 2024 is the 2024 Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in Paris. Date
Sport
Event
Location
Jan 14-28
Tennis
Australian Open
Melbourne, Aus
Winter Youth Olympics
South Korea
HBSC SVNS
Perth, Aus
Jan 19 - Feb 2 Jan 26 - 28
7’s Rugby
Jan 26-28
Extreme Sports
Winter X Games
Colorado, USA
Feb 2-18
Swimming
World Aquatics Championships
Doha, Qatar
Feb 2 - Mar 16
Rugby
Six Nations
Feb 8 & 9
Swimming
Midmar Mile
Pietermaritzburg
Feb 23 - 25
7’s Rugby
HBSC SVNS
Vancouver
Mar 2
Formula Racing
Bahrain Grand Prix (F1 #1)
Bahrain
Mar 2 - 3
7’s Rugby
HBSC SVNS
Los Angeles
Mar 17 - 31
Tennis
Miami Open
Miami
Mar 24
Formula Racing
Australian Grand Prix (F1 #3)
Australia
Mar 7
Formula Racing
Japanese Grand Prix (F1 #4)
Japan
Apr 5 - 7
7’s Rugby
HBSC SVNS
Hong Kong
Apr 8-14
Golf
Masters
Georgia, USA
May 3 - 5
7’s Rugby
HBSC SVNS
Singapore
May 4 - 26
Cycling
Giro d’Italia
Italy
May 5
Formula Racing
Miami Grand Prix (F1 #6)
Miami
May 16–19
Golf
US PGA
Kentucky
May 20 - Jun 9
Tennis
French Open
Paris, France
May 19
Formula Racing
Emilia Romagna Grand Prix (F1 #7)
May 25
Soccer
FA Cup final
London
May 26
Formula Racing
Monaco Grand Prix (F1 #8)
Monaco
May 26 - 8 June
Tennis
French Open
May 31 - 2 Jun
7’s Rugby
HBSC SVNS
Madrid, Spain
Jun 4-30
Cricket
ICC World T20 (men)
USA&West Indies
DBN to PMB
Did you know? Breaking is the only sport making its debut at Paris 2024. At the Paris 2024 Games, the breaking competition will comprise two events – one for men and one for women – where 16 B-Boys and 16 B-Girls will go face to face in solo battles. Athletes will use a combination of moves and improvise to the beat of the DJ’s tracks. Breaking made its Youth Olympic debut at the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires in 2018.
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URC Fixtures 2023/2024 144 matches are played in the United Rugby Championship 2023/2024 season. Here are all the dates for the games remaining.
Jun 9
Running
97th Comrades Marathon
Jun 9
Formula Racing
Spanish Grand Prix (F1 #10)
Jun 13-16
Golf
US Open
North Carolina
Jun 29 - Jul 21
Cycling
Tour de France
Italy start, France
Date
Jun 30
Formula Racing
Austrian Grand Prix (F1 #11) London
Dec 2
Jul 1-14
Tennis
Wimbledon
Jul 5 - 7
Formula Racing
British Grand Prix (F1 #12)
Jul 18-21
Golf
British Open
Jul 19 - 21
Formula Racing
Jul 26 - 28
Formula Racing
Jul 26 - Aug 11 Aug 18-25 Aug 23- 25
Formula Racing
Aug 28 - Sept 8 Aug 26 - Sep 8 Aug 30 - Sep 1 Sep 20 - 22 Sep 24–29 Sept - Oct Oct 18 - 20
Tennis Formula Racing Formula Racing Golf Cricket Formula Racing
Date
Game
Bulls v Sharks
Apr 19
Glasgow v Sharks
Lions v Dragons Stormers v Sebre
Dec 23
Stormers v Bulls
Hungary Grand Prix (F1 #13)
Dec 30
Stormers v Sharks
Belgium Grand Prix (F1 #14)
Jan 6
Sharks v Lions
Jan 27
Bulls v Lions
Summer Olympics Rowing
Game
World Rowing Championships
Scotland
Paris, France Canada
Feb 17
Apr 20
Netherlands Grand Prix (F1 #15)
Paralympic Games
Paris, France
Lions v Sharks
US Open
New York
Bulls v Stormers
Apr 26
Scarlets v Sharks Bulls v Ospreys
Apr 27
Lions v Munster Stormers v Leinster
May 10
Dragons v Stormers Bulls v Glasgow
May 11
Sharks v Benetton
Italian Grand Prix (F1 #16)
Sharks v Ulster
Lions v Cardiff
Singapore Grand Prix (F1 #18)
Stormers v Edinburgh
Bulls v Benetton
Presidents Cup ICC World T20 (women) Austin Grand Prix (F1 #19)
Singapore
Mar 23
Canada
Connacht v Lions
Bangladesh
Dragons v Bulls
Austin
Oct 25 - 27
Formula Racing
Mexico Grand Prix (F1 #20)
Mexico
Nov 1 - 3
Formula Racing
Sao Paulo Grand Prix (F1 #21)
Sao Paulo
Nov 16/17
Rugby
England v South Africa
Twickenham
Mar 29
Leinster v Bulls Sharks v Edinburgh
Mar 30
May 18
Ospreys v Lions Stormers v Ulster
Jun 1 Jun 22
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The governing body and teachers would like to congratulate ALL learners who received awards at the academic prize-giving! It was wonderful to celebrate your achievements with you. Our deepest hope is that you will make use of all opportunities offered at PV, grow your talents and develop your leadership abilities so that you can make a difference and lead with pride in our country, and, ultimately, in this everchanging world.
Top Prize Winners
Top 3 Academic Prize Winners in Grade 12
Front: Qhawekazi Samson: Van Heerden Heunis Joy of Life Trophy, David Schenck (headmaster), David Botes: Bulldog Award and Elrine Prinsloo Leadership Award, Dr Tanja von Leipzig (guest speaker and proud past pupil), Jared Slater (Dux). Back: Carla Heydenrych: Suzanne and Elaine Rose Award (girl). (Shared award), Emma Rose: Suzanne and Elaine Rose Award (girl). (Shared award), Louis Cronje: Merrick Dunster Parel Vallei Award, Jean Durand: Boudewijn de Vries Diensbeker, Daniel Cilliers: Suzanne and Elaine Rose Award (boy), Blayne Daniels: Community Service Trophy (in memory of Craig de Villiers).
Front: David Schenck (headmaster), Jared Slater (1st in grade 12. Average: 95,45%), Dr Tanja von Leipzig (guest speaker and proud past pupil). Back: Louis Cronje (2nd in Grade 12. Average: 93,93%), Chaewon Lee (3rd in Grade 12. Average: 93,83%).
Cultural Prize-Giving / Kultuurprysuitdeling PV-kultuurprysuitdeling 2023: ‘n hoogtepunt saam met me Kanya Viljoen (oud Parel Valleier, 2012) as gasspreker! Baie geluk aan elkeen van die leerders wat vereer is by die Kultuurprysuitdeling en in die besonder aan die wenners van dié spesiale toekennings. Dankie aan me Dednam (PV-musiekhoof), mnr Spjikers (PV-kultuurhoof) en hul spanne wat so wye verskeidenheid aktiwiteite bied aan leerders en alles aanpak met Blue Thread entoesiasme.
Front: William le Roux (Winner of the National Acting Competition for Best Junior), Mr. Darryl Spijkers (Head of Culture), Mr David Schenck (Headmaster), Ms Kanya Viljoen (guest speaker and proud past pupil), Francois Retief (Watch This Space Award for Drama). Middle: Paul Strydom (Senior Artes), Kyla Steyn (Director’s Award), Doline Havinga (Best Actress), Elaine Human (Paul Bothner Music Service Award), Carla Heydenrych (Excellence in Music - Extramural), Chaewon Lee (Best Solo Instrumentalist), Unathi Mankahla (Isaacs Trophy for Journalism), Louise le Grange (MacKenzie Trophy for Design), Joané van Geest (Junior Artes), Casey Holmes (ATKV-Tienertoneel National Trophy), Ella Penninkhof (Best Stage Manager).
Top Prize Winners
Back: Anneh Mitrovitch (Service Beyond the Call of Duty in Drama), Cameron Coetzee (Best Original Composition), Emma-Rose Parker (Spark Trophy for Photography), Danica Moodie (Strike a Chord Music Award), Seth van Niekerk (Paul Bothner Music Service Award), Sheraine De Vries (Best Supporting Actress), Nina Strydom (Diversity in Drama).
BEAUMONT PRIMARY Akademiese Pryswenners 2023 Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders met hul uitstekende prestasies.
Megan Bennie Dux learner & Ut Prosim learner Gr 7
Mieke Labuschagne Dux Runner-up Gr 7
Emma Pieterse Ut Prosim Runner-up Gr 7
Stephan Durand Best academic achiever Gr 4
Hannah Mohr Best academic achiever Gr 5
Lienka Blom Best academic achiever Gr 6
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SOMERSET WEST PRIMARY Prize-Giving Ceremony 2023 Congratulations to our top achievers of the year.
Blaike van Reenen Victrix Ludorum Athletics
Zaiden Bell Victor Ludorum Athletics
Micah Eyman Top Achiever Grade 4
Alyssa De Silva Top Achiever Grade 5
Carter Van Reenen Top Aciever Grade 6
Matthew Barnard Sports Boy of the Year Principal’s Award
Direll Levendal Sports Girl of the Year
Zane Bester Third Place Grade 7
Chadley Davids Second Place Grade 7
Josiah Wenn Dux Learner 2023
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In light of Anti-Bullying Week that took place from 13-17 November, we shed the light against the concerning trend of bullying in schools. Bullying in schools is a concerning trend. It almost always leads to behavioural problems, diminished academic performance, and unfortunately, even suicide. “Understanding the impact of bullying on a scholar’s mental health has gained increased importance for teachers, guardians, and parents. This understanding is crucial for the sake of the scholar’s psychological well-being and academic development,” says Nkazimulo Zitha, head of School Achievement at SPARK Schools. Bullying is defined as unwanted aggressive behaviour and usually occurs when there is a power imbalance between people. When it becomes repetitive, it can inflict significant harm upon the victim. The five types of bullying: Physical – this is the most common form of bullying. It involves physical actions like pushing, tripping, kicking, hitting, spitting on, or destruction of a child’s property on purpose. Verbal – these bullies almost always operate when adults are not around. They will make fun of their victims, tease them, call them names, insult them, and verbally intimidate them. Cyberbullying – this happens in the digital space, on computers, smartphones, social media, texts, and instant messaging. Relational – this bully is usually set on increasing their own social standing by diminishing the standing of another scholar
through humiliation, spreading lies, and exclusion. Prejudicial – bullies target factors like race, religion, sexual orientation, or social standing. Zitha says the long-term effects of bullying on a scholar’s mental health must not be underestimated. “Research has shown that being a victim of bullying can lead to longer-term impacts including interpersonal violence, substance use, sexual violence, poor social functioning, and poor performance. Being bullied at a young age can affect someone well past childhood and can cause lifelong psychological damage,” she says. Warning signs to look out for if you suspect a scholar in your care is being bullied are changes in sleep patterns, loss of appetite, frequent tears and mood swings, unexplained bruises and scratches, damaged belongings, coming home hungry, not wanting to go to school and deteriorating academic performance. “Teach your children the difference between bullying and teasing. While the line can be subtle, it’s crucial for them to grasp that persistent teasing can qualify as bullying”. Where to get professional help: Sadag: sadag.org.za or 0800 567 567 Childline: chilldlinesa.org.za or 116 on all network (free)
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HOËRSKOOL STELLENBOSCH Prize-Giving Ceremony 2023 Congratulations to our top achievers of the year. Johannes Meyer - 0.19 Beste Kolwer, o.19 Mees veelsydige. speler, Senior Speler van die Jaar, Belowendste Senior. Lehann Botha - Beste vordering senior.
Atletiek: • Lira Barnard - Beste veld junior-dogter. • Keanu Ratz - Beste baan junior-seun. • Mari Saayman - Beste baan senior-dogter. • Ansume de Beer - Senior Beste Prestasie van die Jaar, Beste senior-veldatleet dogter en Senior Victrix Lodorum. • Christiaan Bredell - Beste senior veldatleet seun. • Zaun Marthinus - Beste veld junior seun, Junior Victor Lodorum, Junior Beste prestasie van die Jaar. • Caitlyn Cawood - Beste baan junior dogter, Junior Victrix Lodorum.
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Landloop: • Calpurnia Alkaster - Beste prestasie dogter. • Dewandre van Rooy - Beste Junior-dogter, Beste Grid. • Danville Willemse - Beste Senior Seun. • Alex Engelbrecht - Beste Nuweling tot landloop.
Netbal: • Emma van der Merwe - Senior Doel van die Jaar. • Vine Mars - Junior Speler van die Jaar. • Emma Smith - Mees belowendste Senior-speler. • Nina van der Merwe - Junior senterbaan speler van die Jaar. • Mia van der Merwe - Senior speler van die Jaar, Eerstespankaptein. • Anya Maree - Mees belowendste Junior -speler. • Renate Hamphreys - Beste vordering - Junior • Likishia September - Beste vordering - Senior. • Marina van Niekerk - Senior Verdediger van die Jaar.
Tennis: • Tharine van Heerden - Boland Kavaliers Tennisspan. • Nina van der Merwe - Junior tennis dogter. • Rieze Steyn - Senior tennis dogter, Boland Kavaliers Tennisspan. • Lila van der Merwe - Beste vordering junior. • PF Strauss - Senior tennis seun, Boland Kavaliers Tennisspan. • Marinus Toerien - Beste vordering seun. • Melgard Keller - Senior tennis seun, Boland Kavaliers Tennisspan.
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Dawid du Plessis - Eerste-span kaptein. Daneel Scheepers - Beste vordering. Niel Vockins - o.19 beste vordering. Ethan Adams - Beste o.15-agterspeler, Junior speler van die Jaar. Ronwill Abrahams - Beste o.19-voorspeler. Jaleel Nel - Best o.16-voorspeler. Steyn van der Walt - Beste vordering o.16.
Rasieleiers: • Hane Cilliers - WP-kleure. • Anri Malan - Mees belowende Junior rasieleier, WP-kleure. • Mary-Anne Basson - Beste vordering junior.
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Noodhulp: Spesiale diens aan Noodhulp: Lara Slabber, Anja van Rooyen, Lenore Wessels en Emma Joubert.
Muurbal: • Lea Lategan - Muurbal dogter van die Jaar.
Swem: • Juanita Lamprecht - Mees getroue swemmer. • Lila du Plessis - Junior swemmer van die Jaar. • Ben Venter - Mees getroue swemmer. • Jesffrey Morris - Mees getroue swemmer. • Daniël Schoonraad - Beste vordering.
Hokkie: • Joubert Slabber - Beste vordering o.16 seun. • Daniël van Huyssteen - Hokkie seun van die Jaar, Eerstespan kaptein, Mees waardevolle seun. • Antonie de Beer - Beste Junior seun, Boland prestasie. • Christiaan de Villiers - Belowendste o.16 seun. • Emily Winter - Belowendste o.19-dogter. • Kari van der Merwe - Beste senior-dogter. • Lila du Plessis - Belowendste o.14- dogter. • Lea Holloway - Mees waardevolle dogter. • Sarah Greeff - Boland prestasies.
Krieket: • Antonie de Beer - o.14 Beste Kolwer, Junior-speler van die Jaar, Belowendste Junior. • Jordan Februarie - o.19 Beste Kolwer, Eerste-span kaptein. • Clement Swartz - o.14 Mees veelsydige speler. • Wilken Pote - o.15 Beste Kolwer
Rugby: • Andre Geldenhuys - Belowendste junior. • Jackwin Olyn - Beste o.16-agterspeler. • Matthayo September - Beste o.19-agterspeler. • Clement Swartz - Beste o.14- agterspeler. • Freddy Carstens - Belowendste senior.
Voor: Juanita Lamprecht en Lila du Plessis. Agter: Ben Venter, Jesffrey Morris en Daniël Schoonraad.
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LAERSKOOL STELLENBOSCH Meneer Hawkie De Villiers groet Laerskool Stellenbosch na 27 Jaar
Gerrie Berner Tennistoernooi 14 van ons skool se leerders het aan die Gerrie Berner tennistoernooi deelgeneem. Daar was 12 Skole wat aan die toernooi deelgeneem het. Die seuns het ‘n 2de plek verower en die dogters het 4de geeindig. Ons is baie trots op beide spanne.
Meneer Hawkie de Villiers het gedurende 27 jaar so veel by Laerskool Stellenbosch vermag, gebou, bietjie verander, opgehef, aangespreek en liefdevol gelei. Die skool en kinders moet Meneer nou groet. Ons salueer u met ‘n veer in die hoed.
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Lizé Buys en Dawid Fourie wen die KFCTennistoernooi by Laerskool Mikro. Veels geluk. Ons is baie trots op hierdie twee tennisspelers.
Ons o.11A- meisies wen die toernooi. o.11B-meisies wen brons. Seuns o.11A eindig 2de en die B-span eindig 4de.
Lizé Buys en Dawid Fourie
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LAERSKOOL EIKESTAD Krieket o.13 A - Kwartaal 4 Eikestad se o.13-krieketspan het die geleentheid gehad om die eerste week van die vierde kwartaal, ‘n heerlike kriekettoer te geniet in Gqeberha en die laaste deel van die krieketseisoen op ‘n goeie noot begin. Eikestad se o.13A-span het baie geleetntheid vir krieket hierdie kwartaal gehad en 9 wedstryde in totaal gespeel.
Hoogtepunte: • Nico Smit – 123 lopies van 84 balle • Gustav de Vries – 116 lopies van 84 balle • Nico Smit 82 lopies van 72 balle • Gustav de Vries 83 lopies van 62 balle • Danie Kieviet, Ben le Roux en Daniel van den Berg het ook elkeen ‘n 50 geslaan.
Kultuur - Paul Roos Musiekfees en Kerskonsert Die Eikekoor het die wonderlike geleentheid gehad om deel te vorm van die Paul Roos Musiekfees. Dit was ‘n besonderse ervaring vir elke Eikie om die verhoog te deel met die talentvolle Anna Davel en Brandon October, wat ons op ‘n reis van musiek geneem het. Die Eikekoor o.l.v Marlie Katzke, die Akkerkoor o.l.v Jolise Kruger en die Eike-orkes o.l.v Mariëtte Schumann hul jaarlikse Kerskonsert gehou. Ons is met hierdie konsert opnuut herinner aan die geboorte van ons Verlosser en is met dankbaarheid gevul.
Atletiek - Nashua Byeenkoms Die Eikie-atlete deelgeneem aan die Nashua De Hoop Atletiekbyeenkoms. Dit was ’n fantastiese dag vir atletiek en ’n ongelooflike geleentheid vir die atlete om uit te haal en te wys - en hulle het!
Cecilia Becker 70m hekkies - 1ste
Junior Aflosspan Miller Crouse, Stander Bellinhan (100m - 1ste), Jean Klue
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Kelly-Anne Langford Deputy Head Girl
Megan McCulloch Head Boarder
Courtney Bowker Deputy Head Boarder
Anesu Dzama Academic
Chloé le Roux Culture
Amy Pettipher Sport
Amber Mendes Community Service
Semihla Manxodidi Communications & Spirit
Emma Green The Buisinne Award for loyalty and leadership, Principal’s Award
Melissa Müller Letitia Snyman Award for all-round excellence and service
Olivia Visser Allderman Cup for dedication and service to Rhenish and the community, Investec Out of the Ordinary Award
Baylee Engelke Hockey Centenary Cup, Harris Medal (the best hockey player), Ebenezer Cup for a special achievement, La Guerenne Basson Cup for the best allround sportswoman
Thobeka Mashiya Alsona Bain Fellowship Award
Elizabeth Mulindwa Meri Williams Scholarship
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Ishekudzwai Matope Archibald Cup for outstanding service
Angenitha Roos Blumberg Cup for Senior Music
Chrissa Worship Regina van Zyl Shield for Practical Science
Thawaab Sadien Meri Williams Scholarship
Tamzyn Brink Meri Williams Scholarship
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PAUL ROOS GIMNASIUM/GYMNASIUM Prysuitdeling / Prize Giving 2023 Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders met hul prestasies.
Joshua Gerber Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Echard de Kock Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Riley Norton Trofee vir die veelsydigste senior sportman vir die Jaar Trophy for excellent achievement in rugby, academics and leadership
Alexander van der Merwe Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Benjamin van Onselen James ThomasToekenning (Rector’s prize) Akademiese prys
Aon Hendricks Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Simon Odendaal Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Luke van der Merwe Trofee vir die senior sportman vir die Jaar vir 1 enkele prestasie
Theodor Andrag Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Paul Enthoven Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Rossouw van Niekerk Handré Kaufmantrofee vir sport en kultuur Gr. 8-10
Nicolaas Myburgh Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Cosmo Enthoven Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Steffen Thielen Trofee vir grootste prestasie op kultuurgebied Trofee vir veelsydigste senior kultuurleerder vir die Gr. 11-12
Ian Pansegrouw Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
David Chemaly Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Miguel Carelse Gold Medal for leadership to the Head Boy PRG Rector’s Prize - die leerder wat die etos van PRG uitgeleef het
Nicholas Smit Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Jo van Rooyen De Humanitateerekleure: akademiese prestasie en vereeniging/kultuur
Jan Lutz Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Jamie Kersting Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Dirk Guelpa De Humanitateerekleure: akademiese prestasie en vereeniging/kultuur
Markus van Aswegen Gr. 12: Akademiese prys
Jeandré Cilliers Jean-Pierre Vermeulen-trofee vir beste junior sportman van die Jaar vir een enkele prestasie Trofee vir die veelsydigste junior sportman vir die Jaar
Connor Morrison Werner van Rensburg Character Award: a gentleman whose high school career was characterised by uncompromised integrity, kindness, humility & exceptional moral values
LAERSKOOL HENDRIK LOUW Toppresteerders 2023 Baie geluk aan al ons leerders wat vanjaar so hard gewerk het.
Mieke Flemming Graad 7 - 1ste
Nia Swart Graad 5 - 3de
Mieke v Schalkwyk Graad 7 - 2de
Abri Chamberlain Graad 4 - 1ste
Zander vd Merwe Graad 7 - 3de
Kiah Wood Graad 4 - 2de
Ruan Kramer Graad 6 - 1ste
Nina Slabber Graad 4 - 3de
Dian Louw Graad 6 - 2de
Dianei Bekker Beste kultuurleerder
Isabelle Hattingh Graad 6 - 3de
Anke Theron Graad 5 - 1ste
Madri van Rensburg en Alicia Mncube Sportmeisies van die Jaar
Emma Erasmus Graad 5 - 2de
Xavier Basson en Ruben Erasmus Sportmanne van die Jaar
HOËRSKOOL STRAND Akademiese Prysuitdeling 2023
Rugbytoekennings 2023
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Die matriekklas van 2023 se Akademiese Prysuitdeling het saam met die matrieks se uitstapdag plaasgevind. By dié geleentheid is vakpryse, merietepryse asook erekleure vir akademie toegeken.
Baie geluk aan die volgende leerders met hul rugbytoekennings vir 2023:
Baie geluk aan ons hoofleiers vir 2024! Ons wens jul voorspoed toe vir volgende jaar.
Josua Bezuidenhout 3de Plek - 87% Leerder van die Jaar 1ste Plek
Carla Haughton 2de Plek - 91.43%
Carla Punt 1ste Plek - 96% Leerder van die Jaar 2de Plek
Michaela Jackson Hectic Biltong-trofee vir sportvrou van die Jaar (individuele sport)
Caydi Fortuin Thom Potgieter-beker vir sportvrou van die Jaar (spansport)
Christiaan de Jager John Jennings-beker vir sportmanskap (veelsydigheid Gr. 12-seun)
Gino Cupido Tonie Potgieter-beker vir sportman van die Jaar (spansport)
Francois Pietersen Morkel-beker vir sportman van die Jaar (individuele sport)
Karla de Jager Ster-toekenning vir beste prestasie in ‘n Buitesport
Joshua Human Beste o.14-speler
Marcé Els Beste o.15-speler
Ben Potgieter (onderhoofseun), Benneline Kruger (hoofdogter), Franko Stevens (hoofseun), Marconette Els (onderhoofdogter).
Chrismar Prinsloo Beste o.16-speler
Gino Cupido Algehele rugbyspeler van die Jaar
Spantoekennings - o.16A Span wat opwindendste rugby speel
Spantoekennings - o.15B B-span van die Jaar
Spantoekennings - o.14A A-span van die Jaar
LAERSKOOL LOCHNERHOF Prysuitdeling 2023 Laerskool Lochnerhof het op 14 November 2023 hulle Prestige Prysuitdeling gehou. Dit is waar die toppresteerders erkenning kry vir hulle harde werk gedurende die jaar.
Leerderleiers 2024 Mienke Engelbrecht is aangewys as die top akademiese presteerder in Graad 7. Sy ontvang haar trofeë by die Graad 7-graadhoof, Mnr. ZW Kotze.
Anika Marx ontvang die Beeldbou Trofee. Dit word toegeken aan die Graad 7- leerder wat die skool se waardes deur haar hele skoolloopbaan by Lochnerhof uitgeleef het.
Huis Du Plessis is aangewys as die Huiswenners van 2023. Die Huiskapteine, Mieke Groenewald en Mienke Engelbrecht ontvang die beker by die skoolhoof, Mnr. Botha.
Mienke Engelbrecht Top akademiese presteerder
Anika Marx Beeldbou
Mieke Groenewald en Mienke Engelbrecht Huiswenners
Hoofleiers 2024 Mieke Smit (Onderhoofleier), Ariana van Heerden (Hoofdogter), Francois du Plessis (Hoofseun), Ilanie Wiese (Onderhoofleier) en Carla Barnard (Onderhoofleier).
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Transitioning to uni & college: gearing up for your new life chapter As the year draws to an end and Matriculants prepare to move from their school career to higher education, parents and students alike need to start preparing for the emotional whirlwind that accompanies this transition, an education expert says. “The leap from high school to university and college life is often portrayed as an exhilarating jump into adulthood. Movies, TV shows, and even best-selling novels romanticise the college experience, painting a world of limitless freedom, midnight study sessions, impromptu road trips, new friendships, and transformative learning,” says Dr Linda Meyer, MD of The Independent Institute of Education’s Rosebank College. “Yet amid the thrill of embarking on a new academic journey and the promise of fresh starts, it’s essential to acknowledge that this will be one of the biggest life changes young people will have experienced. Being aware of the challenges and what to expect – and prepare accordingly – will make a huge difference to the likely success of this transition,” she says. The emotional rollercoaster Dr Meyer says stepping onto a university or college campus for the first time can feel like entering an entire new universe.“The move isn’t just about packing bags, selecting courses, and choosing the right dorm decor. More profoundly, it signifies a shift in one’s identity. No longer is one a school student, protected and cocooned within the familiar confines of hometown life. Instead, you morph into a university student, standing on the precipice of adulthood: independent and responsible for your own choices, actions, and consequences.” This transition, while liberating, brings with it a complex mix of excitement, anxiety, hope, trepidation, and, sometimes, a touch of homesickness. Why is this transition so intense? The transition and its related challenges can be overwhelming for three reasons: independence overload, academic pressure, and social dynamics, notes Dr Meyer. New students will likely experience independence overload, as university marks the first taste of complete independence. Suddenly, tasks that were perhaps taken for granted at home, like managing finances, cooking wholesome meals, or even mastering the art of laundry, can become monumental challenges which quickly compound. It’s a crash course in adulting, and the learning curve can sometimes be steep. While trying to manage this new injection of independence, increased academic pressure will also enter the chat. “The shift from a high school curriculum, where learning is often structured and spoon-fed, to rigorous university-level courses can be daunting. Here, the expectation is to be proactive, self-driven, and selfreliant. The pressure to excel, maintain scholarships, or even just keep up can weigh heavily on young shoulders. As if that were not enough, students must navigate the new social dynamics at their higher education institution. “Universities and Colleges are not just academic institutions. Campuses are social hives. They bring together a melting pot of cultures, backgrounds, ideologies and personalities of people trying to find their tribe while also trying to do their best academically. This diversity is the university’s strength, but it also means that navigating new social circles, understanding different perspectives, and building genuine, lasting relationships can be exciting and challenging.”
Gearing up emotionally Taking into consideration all these new challenges, Dr Meyer advises the following steps to prepare for the new life as a young adult in higher education: Open Conversations: Before making the move, talk to someone who’s been there – it could be a sibling who’s a year or two ahead, a friend who’s already on campus, or a mentor from school. Their experiences, anecdotes, and advice can provide invaluable insights and dispel some myths while also helping you build a mental roadmap of what to expect when you arrive on campus. Set Realistic Expectations: Popular culture has, in many ways, romanticised university life. While there will be moments that feel like they’re straight out of a movie scene, there will also be mundane days, challenging weeks, and tough semesters. Understand and accept that everyone has their unique journey, complete with their own set of highs and lows. Seek Support: It’s okay to ask for help. Universities are aware of their students’ emotional challenges and typically offer counselling services, student support groups, and peer mentorship programs. Utilising these resources can make a world of difference. No matter what your situation, they have seen it all, so don’t be intimated to seek assistance. Embrace the Change: Change is the only constant in life. Instead of resisting the unfamiliar or longing for the comfort of the known, embrace the change. Every challenge faced, and every mistake made is an opportunity for growth and learning. Self-Care: Mental wellbeing should never take a backseat. Self-care should be non-negotiable, whether practising meditation, indulging in a hobby, journaling reflections, or simply taking a weekend off to recharge. “Despite the challenges and occasional bouts of self-doubt, the university or college experience is undeniably transformative. It’s a time of self-discovery, pushing boundaries, forging lifelong friendships, and acquiring knowledge that shapes our worldview. By being emotionally prepared and adopting a proactive approach to mental well-being, students can navigate this phase with resilience and grace, ensuring that the memories made during these years are cherished for a lifetime,” says Dr Meyer.