VP Newsletter 4 September 2026
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Message from the office
Welcome back to our third term. I hope you have had a wonderful break and enjoyed some quality time with your daughters. I also trust that you have managed to settle back into the rhythm of early mornings and lunch making!
One of our key aims this year has been to strengthen the connection between our school and our families. We have made a concerted effort to create opportunities for these meaningful interactions to take place.
On Thursday afternoon, we were delighted by the wonderful turnout of parents and girls who took the time to go through their exam papers together. The worksheet compiled by Ms Knott-Craig proved to be an excellent tool, guiding positive and constructive engagement. We sincerely thank all the parents who invested this time in connecting with their daughters and supporting their academic progress.
Looking ahead, our next major event is the VPV (Victoria Primary Village) Fête, which will take place on 12 September. We must admit that we were somewhat disheartened by the limited response from parents offering assistance. As the saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child. and indeed, to host a successful fête. We kindly urge you to consider how you might contribute. We will be sending out specific requests to each grade over the coming weeks, and we ask that every family supports this initiative in some way. It is simply not possible to run an event of this scale with only a small group of volunteers. The fête promises to be a wonderful morning of connection for our school families and the broader Makhanda community, while also serving as an important fundraiser.
We have also been incredibly fortunate to receive a generous donation of a portion of the old astroturf from the Rhodes Astro. Work has already begun on laying this turf on the old tennis courts between VGHS and VP. Great care has been taken to prepare and level the surface properly to ensure durability and longevity. These new spaces will provide valuable opportunities for our girls to experience astro surfaces, play mini hockey games, and can even be used for netball. In addition, sections of the turf will enhance our Pre-Primary playground and school quad.
This development will greatly benefit every VP child; however, it does come at a cost. Funds raised through the VPV will contribute directly to this initiative. We therefore appeal to every parent to play a part in helping us continue to create a beautiful and enriching environment for your daughters.
Staff news
We are very proud of Ms Christian who completed her Level 1 ASA CECS Athletics coaching course during the holidays and received her certificate. Well done, Gaylin!
Colouring competition
We are extremely proud of Leah Fox who was chosen from among many entries across the country as one of the two overall winners of the Oasis Water National Water Week Colouring Competition 2026! As one of the winning schools, we will receive a prize of R15 000, which we aim to put towards beautifying our library space. Well done, Leah!
Worker of the Week
Well done to our first WOW this term. Congratulations to Sibabalwe Mhlebi for her wonderful holiday news!!
Gymnastics
VP Gymnasts have been shining at competitions in the last couple of months. We would like to acknowledge their achievements and congratulate them all!
| 25 April GRG Competition | ||
| Name | Level | Results |
| Langa Mtakati | Fun Gym | Gold for Free Dance |
| Kelcey Coetzee | 1 | 5th for Free dance, 3rd for Ball, and 3rd Overall |
| Nkwenkwezi Mtakati | 1 | 6th for Free dance, 3rd for Ball, and 3rd Overall |
| McKenzie Pringle | 1 | 1st for Free dance, Ball, and Overall |
| Lukhololwam Sgam | 1 | 1st for Free dance, Ball, and Overall |
| Ladine Van Wyk | 2 | 3rd for Rope, 1st for Hoop, and 1st Overall |
| Ava Peters | 2 | 9th for Rope, 6th for Hoop, and 6th Overall |
| Avethandwa Mxo | 2 | 5th for Rope, 4th for Hoop, and 4th Overall |
| Avetandwa Wana | 2 | 3rd for Rope, Hoop, and Overall |
| Lulonke Silo | 3 | 1st for Clubs, Ribbon, and Overall |
| Laraa Andriantiana | 3 | 2nd for Clubs, 1st for Ribbon, and 1st Overall |
| Kazlin De Maar | 4 | 1st for Free dance and Rope |
| 23 May Ibhayi Competition | ||
| Name | Level | Results |
| Kelcey Coetzee | 1 | 8th for Free dance, 2nd for Ball, and 4th Overall |
| Ladine Van Wyk | 2 | 4th for Rope, 4th for Hoop, and 4th Overall |
| Lulu Qeqe | 2 | 10th for Rope, 8th for Hoop, and 10th Overall |
| Avetandwa Wana | 2 | 5th for Rope, Hoop, and Overall |
| Laraa Andriantiana | 3 | 1st for Clubs, Ribbon, and Overall |
| 20 June 1st Eastern Cape Competition | ||
| Name | Level | Results |
| McKenzie Pringle | 1 | 2nd for Free dance, 3rd for Ball, and 3rd Overall |
| Lulu Qeqe | 2 | 6th for Rope, 4th for Hoop, and 6th Overall |
| Mary-Kate Februarie | 2 | 3rd for Rope, 4th for Hoop, and 4th Overall |
| Avetandwa Wana | 2 | 5th for Rope, 6th for Hoop, and 6th Overall |
| Lulonke Silo | 3 | 1st for Clubs, 3rd for Ribbon, and 2nd Overall |
| Laraa Andriantiana | 3 | 1st for Clubs, Ribbon, and Overall |
Victoria in Concert:
The VP Junior Choir (Gr. 3), Senior Choir (Gr. 4-7), Chamber Choir and Orchestra will perform alongside the VGHS ensembles on Thursday, 30 July at 17:30pm at the Glennie Hall at VP. This is an exciting collaboration between our two music departments, and we look forward to a wonderful celebration of music. Please ensure that your daughter arrives at 17:00 and is dressed in her winter uniform (blazer, jersey, skirt and navy socks/stockings). No slacks may be worn. We anticipate that the concert will end at approximately 19:00.
Tickets cost R20 and are available from the school office. We have partnered with Child Welfare, who will receive a portion of the proceeds and we will also be collecting second-hand children’s clothing, so please consider bringing some to donate to this worthy cause.
Interhouse Hockey and Netball (Grade 4-7)
Interhouse Hockey will take place on Tuesday, 28 July from 14:00- 16:15 and Interhouse Netball will take place on Wednesday, 29 July from 14:00- 16:15.
It is COMPULSORY for ALL girls in Grades 4-7 to ATTEND BOTH afternoons for the entire DURATION of the afternoon. Register will be taken. Girls are to come to school on both days dressed in their black shorts or skorts and house shirts to play and to support. They may wear their tracksuit over their kit to keep warm.
NS Olympiad
During the course of next week, ten of our girls will be taking part in the Natural Sciences Olympiad, where they will put their scientific knowledge and problem-solving skills to the test.
We wish Mukundi Thondhlana, Amahle Mchunu, Chanelle Musarurwa, Neo Molefe, Zothando Mzileni, Nakhane Klei, Zenkosi Mati, Caitlyn Bodill, Maham Rizvi, and Haset Sintayehu the very best. We wish you every success in the competition!
Chess trials
We wish the following girls all the best as they compete in the Closed Sarah Baartman Chess Trials at PJ Olivier on Saturday, 25 July. They will spend many hours competing for a place in the Sarah Baartman team, and we are incredibly proud of their achievement in being invited to these trials: Teia van Rooyen, Tehillah Dingani, Makatendeka Chakona, Ella Radovic, Katherine Marais, Lusenathi Ntoyanto, Kyrah Cannon-Wessels, Grace Ruwanda and Lunje Giyosi.
Good luck, girls! We are cheering you on.
Anne Beagley Hockey & Rugby Festival – U13A Hockey Tour
The U13A Hockey team travelled to Graaff-Reinet to participate in the annual Anne Beagley Hockey & Rugby Festival. We departed from Makhanda early on Friday morning and, upon arriving in Graaff-Reinet, enjoyed a visit to the spectacular Valley of Desolation, where the girls had the opportunity to explore one of the Eastern Cape’s most breathtaking natural landmarks.
After our visit, the team enjoyed pizza for lunch before heading to registration at the festival. The opening festivities included the traditional flag parade, where all participating schools proudly represented their schools. The day concluded with a fun-filled games evening, giving the girls an opportunity to socialise, make new friends, and enjoy the festival atmosphere before the hockey matches began.
Over the course of the festival, the girls played four competitive matches against strong opposition. Although they were narrowly defeated by Charlo and Lilyfontein, they showed great determination and resilience to earn well-deserved draws against Clarendon and Crewe. Throughout the tournament, the team displayed excellent sportsmanship, teamwork and a positive attitude, improving with every game.
Playing on the astro turf was a fantastic experience for the girls, and they thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to compete against quality opposition while creating lasting memories together.
A sincere thank you goes to Ms Christian and Mr Daniels for their dedication, guidance and support throughout the tour. Their encouragement and commitment helped make the weekend a memorable and enjoyable experience for all the girls.
Reports
All reports for Grade 1-7 were emailed to parents at the end of Term 2, if you did not receive your daughter’s report please check with the office that we have the correct, up-to-date email address on our system. You can email the office on admin@victoriaprimary.co.za, use the WhatsApp group (083 468 2706) or call us on 046 622 4850.
Dropping off items at the office
We would like to appeal to you to ensure that your daughter has everything required for her day at school with her when she arrives at school in the morning. It is very difficult to ensure that items dropped at the office are safely delivered due to the high number of drop-offs. The only items that may be dropped off are birthday cupcakes and
| Dates to Remember | |
| Fri.
24/07 |
Interhouse Cross Country
PP & Gr 1&2 – 12:00-12:45 Gr 3-7 – 13:00-14:30 (pick-up from school at 14:45). Chamber Choir and Orchestra (pick-up from PP at 16:00) |
| Sat.25/07 | SBCD chess trials @PJ. |
| Mon. 27/07 | Grade 3M assembly @10:15. Parents welcome.M Reg |
| Tues. 28/07 | Interhouse hockey 14:00-16:15.
Grade 4-7 compulsory event. |
| Wed. 29/07 | NS Olympiad
Interhouse netball 14:00-16:15. Grade 4-7 compulsory event. |
| Thurs.30/07 | NS Olympiad
Victoria in Concert @VP 17:30 |
| Fri. 31/07 | Grade 7 Committee meetings |
items the teacher has specifically requested during the school day.
Please note that we will still take deliveries for the girls in hostel.
Birthday wishes
Happy birthday to the following girls who celebrated this week: Milani-Nande Mngambi, Aleathea Irvine, Mayine Fihla, Akhe Songongo, Silubonile Mtimkulu, Milani Ndzekeni and Nalikhaya Diniso. We wish you a very special birthday!
Regards
Mrs Rafferty
PRINCIPAL
| Dates to Remember | |
| Fri.
24/07 |
Interhouse Cross Country
PP & Gr 1&2 – 12:00-12:45 Gr 3-7 – 13:00-14:30 (pick-up from school at 14:45). Chamber Choir and Orchestra (pick-up from PP at 16:00) |
| Sat.25/07 | SBCD chess trials @PJ. |
| Mon. 27/07 | Grade 3M assembly @10:15. Parents welcome.M Reg |
| Tues. 28/07 | Interhouse hockey 14:00-16:15.
Grade 4-7 compulsory event. |
| Wed. 29/07 | NS Olympiad
Interhouse netball 14:00-16:15. Grade 4-7 compulsory event. |
| Thurs.30/07 | NS Olympiad
Victoria in Concert @VP 17:30 |
| Fri. 31/07 | Grade 7 Committee meetings |
| Extramurals
Please note the extramural plans for next week for Grade 4-7. As from 3 August we will start our athletics programme and a new extramural programme will be shared closer to the time.
FP SPORT WILL CONTINUE AS IT WAS IN TERM 2 FROM MONDAY, 27 JULY. |
Friday, 24 July | Saturday, 25 July | |||
| Interhouse Cross- Country:
12:00-12:45 PP- Grade 2 Fergusson Field 13:00-14:30 Grade 3-7 Bot Gardens
15:00-16:00 Chamber Choir and Orchestra |
Chess Trials
(SBCD) |
||||
| Monday,
27 July |
Tuesday,
28 July |
Wednesday, 29 July | Thursday, 30 July | Friday, 31 July | Saturday, 1 August |
| 07:30 – 08:00
Chamber Choir Netball practices: Herbert Hurd Teams ONLY 14:00-15:00: U10A & U11A 15:00-16:00: U12A & U13A Hockey practice: 14:00-15:30: U13A&B |
07:15 – 07:45
Senior Choir 14:00 -16:30 Interhouse Hockey (Compulsory all Grade 4-7) |
07:15 – 07:45
Senior Choir 14:15 -15:45 Interhouse Netball (Compulsory all Grade 4-7) |
07:15 – 07:45
Senior Choir Hockey practices: Herbert Hurd Teams ONLY 14:00-15:00 U10A&B and U11A 17:30 Victoria in Concert |
13:30 -14:30 Chamber Choir and Orchestra
13:00 -13:30 Grade 7 Committee Meetings |
Hockey and Netball vs Herbert Hurd (H) |
VP Newsletter 12 June 2026
Message from the office
We are once again on the downhill slope to the end of the term. This week we have composed a very short newsletter which includes reminders for the rest of the term. Our next newsletter will be the final newsletter which will be included in your daughter’s report envelopes that will be ready for collection on 24 June between 07:30 and 08:30.
We trust that you will have a relaxing long weekend with your family as our country celebrates Youth Day. It is vital that all girls return to school next week for their final days of the term. We will be business as usual and teaching will continue – don’t let your daughter convince you otherwise!!
Interhouse singing
Our interhouse singing is due to happen after school today. This is an exciting annual event and the girls have enthusiastically practised in their houses. We eagerly anticipate the performances and results – which will be included in our final newsletter.
K-Day
Any VP girl attending matches for K-Day are expected to be dressed neatly in full school uniform.
School Times
Please note that on Monday and Tuesday next week there is no school (school holiday & Youth Day). On Wednesday and Thursday there will be no extramurals (except for Senior & FP choir) for all grades. Grade 1,2 &3 must be picked up from Huntley Street at 13:00 and Grade 4-7 will finish at 14:00. On Friday, 19 June school will finish at 10:30 for all grades. There will be no Aftercare on this day.
Final Academic Assembly
Our final academic assembly will take place on Friday, 19 June at 08:30. All girls who will be receiving academic certificates received a letter today. Girls must come to school dressed in full school uniform (with blazer for Grade 4-7). Parents are most welcome.
Term 2 Reports
On Wednesday, 24 June we will be handing out reports from 07:30-08:30 from Beaufort Street entrance. We will be emailing digital copies of your daughter’s report on that day too. If you do not collect the hard copy of your daughter’s report, this will be given to her on the first day of next term.
VP’s Got Talent tickets
We thank all our entrants for sharing your incredible talents and putting on such wonderful performances. The standard was exceptionally high, making the selection process a very challenging one for our judges. We are delighted to announce our finalists for the VP’s Got Talent Final on 18 June 2026.
Congratulations to those who have progressed to the final round, and a heartfelt thank you to every participant for your courage, creativity, and enthusiasm. We look forward to celebrating an evening of outstanding talent with our VP community. Tickets are now on sale from the school office at R30. Please come and support our talented performers and enjoy a fantastic showcase of music, dance, drama, art, and more! See you on Thursday,18 June at 17:30!
Merit Achievers
Andisubabalo Dike, Onika Jimmy, Shameega Kholhliso, Sisipho Mapapu, Lelomso Peter, Lunje Peter, Lunje Peter, Kefilwe Racoco, Mivuyo Santi, Michaela Swanepoel, Michaela, Carla Frazer, Rebecca Phillip, Andisiwe Mraji, Hlumisa Piti, Amvuyela Sakata, Anovuyo Nkohla, Aliyah Swartz, Azoma Magopeni and Misha Potts have received over 250 merits this year. Well done, girls!
Netball results
On Saturday, 6 June the U8 & U9s netball girls participated in the PJ Olivier Dassie Tournament. The results were as follows:
U8: VP 1 – 4 PJ; VP 2 – 2 Good Shepherd; VP 4- 1 Kenton.
U9: VP 1- 5 Kenton; VP 2 – 3 Oatlands; VP 2 –1 PJ.
Well done, girls!
Fete Donations
This holiday will be a good time for some spring cleaning and decluttering and we request donations of the following for our various stalls: Tombola prizes, second hand books and White elephant (any old goods that you no longer want but may still be desirable by someone else such as vases, tea cups, ornaments, baskets, bags etc). Please drop off at our school office.
Birthday wishes
Happy birthday to the following staff members and girls who celebrated this week: Ms Knott-Craig, Ms Casling, Mr Buka, Onebango Makinaune, Siphesihle Lande, Iyizwile Nomkonwana, Elizabeth Wicks, Lundanele Tyhali, Sitha Mkolo, Sadika Khan, Asali Dude and Bridget Akpeng. We hope you had a very special birthday!
Regards
Mrs Rafferty
PRINCIPAL
Festival Accommodation
VP Newsletter 5 June 2026
Message from the office
We can be as organised as possible, but life has a way of throwing curveballs our way as we experienced this week. What matters most is how we adapt and respond to those unexpected changes.
On Wednesday morning, I woke up to a barrage of messages, many of which had come through during the early hours of the morning. Urgent clarity was needed before we could make an informed decision and send out notice, while many stakeholders were still fast asleep.
We would like to thank all our parents for their patience, understanding, and support. While the timing may have been inconvenient, the safety and wellbeing of our children must always remain our highest priority.
I would like to stress that although we are finished with our school-based examinations, this week from Monday we will continue with compulsory provincial tests (NS & Maths Grade 4-7) and we will start the teaching of Term 3 work and ALL girls must continue to attend school until our last day of term on Friday, 19 June.
School Times
As from Monday, 8 June we will return to school ending at 14:00 daily for Grade 4-7s with no extramurals (except for choir, chamber choir, orchestra and the U13A Hockey practice) until the end of term.
Grade 1, 2 & 3 will finish school at 14:00 as usual.
End of Term arrangements
Please note that the girls last day of school for this term will be on Friday, 19 June. Our offices will be open and staff will still be at school until Friday, 26 June. We have closed our hostel and school earlier due to the National Arts Festival taking over our hall, hostel and campus and we are concerned about our girls’ safety when our campus is no longer secure and access is not controlled.
On Wednesday, 24 June we will be handing out reports from 07:30-08:30 from Beaufort Street entrance however we will be emailing digital copies of your daughter’s report on that day too. If you do not collect the hard copy of your daughter’s report, this will be given to her on the first day of next term.
Fete Donations:
We are so excited to be hosting a fete again this year. Each grade will receive a letter of how you can make this day a success. Please read it and assist wherever you can. This holiday will be a good time for some spring cleaning and decluttering and we request donations of the following for our various stalls: Tombola prizes, second hand books and White elephant (any old goods that you no longer want but may still be desirable by someone else such as vases, tea cups, ornaments, baskets, bags etc). Please drop off at our school office.
Worker of the Week
Well done to Lucy Bennett for her lovely work in isiXhosa. Keep up the good work, Lucy.
Mini Maestros
Eighteen of our young musicians participated in this music competition on Friday, 22 May, and we are so proud of each of these girls for so bravely managing their nerves and performing so well. Congratulations to Riley-Anne Knott-Craig and Gabriella Cervati, who each received medals for their performances. Well done to all these young musicians!
Gymnastics
Laraa Andriantiana participated in the Ibhayi Gymnastics club competition on 23 May. She won 3 gold medals in the U11 level 3 category: for Ribbon dance, Clubs dance and an overall medal. Well done, Laraa!
Karate
Carla Frazer took part in the World Union of Karate Federation (WUKF) EC Karate & Kobudo League Round 2 Competition on Saturday, 30 May in Gqeberha. She placed 2nd in the Girls 11 years Individual Kata and received a silver medal. Well done, Carla!
Derby Day vs Westering in Gqeberha Unfortunately, the Derby Day against Westering and Lorraine has been cancelled. Due to the recent rain, their fields are waterlogged and the drainage system is too slow to clear the excess water in time for the hockey and netball matches.
Dassie Tournament
On Saturday, 6 June the U8 & U9s will be participating in the PJ Olivier Netball Dassie Tournament. The fixtures at as follows:
| VP U9 | VP U8 |
| 09h20: VP vs Kenton | 09h00: VP vs Good Shepherd |
| 10h00: VP vs PJ Olivier | 09h40: VP vs PJ Olivier |
| 11h20: VP vs Oatlands | 10h20: VP vs Kenton |
FP Winter Sport Open Lesson
We would love you to come and see what we’ve learnt on the court and field this term! All from 13:00-14:00.
Monday 8/06
Grade 1 Casling Netball
Tuesday 9/06
Grade 1 Orsmond Netball
Wednesday 10/06
Gr 1 Orsmond Hockey
Gr 2 Hockey
Grade 3 Netball
Thursday 11/06
Grade 1 Casling Hockey
Grade 2 Netball
Grade 3 Hockey
Please enter through the office.
Hockey extramural
Hockey practice for U13A Graaff Reinet girls will be as follows: Monday, 8 June: 14:00-15:30
Tuesday, 9 June: 14:00-15:30
Thursday, 11 June: 14:00-15:15
Photo Day is on Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Family photos will be taken from 07:30 to 08:00.
Family/Individual photos
Dress: Civvies or school uniform (uniform as listed below). If you are opting for civvies your daughter may come to school dressed in civvies and
can change into her school uniform after the photo has been taken.
Uniform for photos
Grade 00: Civvies
Grade R: Navy golf shirt, black/navy jeans/leggings
Grade 1-3: Winter uniform (skirt), navy tights, navy jersey
Grade 4-7: Winter uniform (skirt), navy tights and blazers
Interhouse Singing Competition
On Friday, 12 June, the four houses will compete in this Interhouse event. All girls in Grades 4 – 7 will be involved, and they are to come to school in their house T-shirts and tracksuits with takkes, on this day. The competition will take place in the school hall from 13:00 to 14:00, and parents are welcome to attend. Please enter through the office.
Dance-a-thon
On Friday, 12 June from 14:00-16:00 girls are invited to join our Dance-a-thon in Glennie Hall. The cost is only R20 so join in some active FUN!
The Grade 4s will host a tuckshop during the Dance-a-thon.
VP’s Got Talent tickets & Boerewors Rolls
VP’s Got Talent auditions will be completed on Monday, 8 June from 14:00-15:00. All entries that were due to perform on Wednesday/Thursday, as well as the Absentees from Tuesday, must ensure that they attend this final audition. The names performing in the final will be announced on Tuesday 9 June.
Our final show will take place on Thursday, 18 June in Glennie Hall. Tickets will be on sale from the school office at R30 from Monday, 8 June. Cash or Card will be accepted.
If you would like to preorder a boerewors roll which will be served prior to VP’s Got Talent show on Thursday, 18 June, please complete the order form that will be sent home today and return it to your daughter’s class teacher by Friday, 12 June with the cash or POP attached.
Please note that it is advised that you do not order a boerewors roll if you are not intending to attend the show. Boerewors rolls are for sale at R30 each.
Birthday wishes
Happy birthday to the following staff member and girls who celebrated last week and this week: Mr Majiba, Rose Chirombo, Alwaba Ndawuni, Leah Doyle, Lihle Balintulo, Chloe De Beer, Chanelle Musarurwa, Olubanzi Zabo, Emily Grosch, Esona Mali, Iminathi Songca, Enzokuhle Songongo, Asante Sankqela, Reaboka Dukashe, Mihle Mgwebi, Zenkosi Mati and Indiphile Mdlalana. We hope you had a very special birthday!
Regards
Mrs Rafferty
PRINCIPAL
| Dates to Remember | |
| Fri.
5/06 |
· Grade 7 to finish school at 14:00 due to exam |
| Sat.
6/06 |
· U8/U9 Netball Dassie Tournament
@PJ Olivier |
| Mon. 8/06 | · Grade 1 Casling Netball open lesson
· VPs Got Talent last auditions 14:00-15:00 · Grade 4-7 Maths Common Paper |
| Tues. 9/06 | · Grade 1 Orsmond Netball open lesson |
| Wed. 10/06 | · Photo Day
· Gr 1 Orsmond Hockey open lesson · Gr 2 Hockey open lesson · Grade 3 Netball open lesson |
| Thurs. 11/06 | · Grade 1 Casling Hockey open lesson
· Grade 2 Netball open lesson · Grade 3 Hockey open lesson |
| Fri.
12/06 |
· Interhouse Singing 13:00-14:00
· Danceathon 14:00-16:00 |
| Mon. 15/06 | · School holiday |
| Tues. 16/06 | · Youth Day – Public holiday |
| Thurs.
18/06 |
· VP’s Got Talent @17:30 |
| Fri. 19/06 | · Last day of term for girls.
· Academic Assembly @08:30 · School finishes @10:30 · Hostel closes @12:30 · No Aftercare |
| Wed. 24/06 | Report pick-up at Beaufort Street entrance 08:30-09:30 |
VP Newsletter 22 May 2026
Message from the office
What an amazing week for VP! Our U13 A&B hockey girls achieved fantastic victories against Kingswood College on Tuesday and our choirs, orchestra and our individual musicians did remarkably well at the DSG/St Andrew’s Music festival. We are always proud of our girls when they achieve but more importantly we are so proud of how our girls composed themselves and behaved in both settings. Well done to all our girls (and our amazing teachers) who held the VP flag flying high in our community this week!
Next week is time to shift your focus on your academics after your outstanding extramural achievements. Work hard and stay motivated and focused, girls. You can do this!!
Exam Timetable
| Date | Exam |
| Monday,
25 May |
· Creative Writing (HL&FAL) (Grade 4-7) |
| Tuesday,
26 May |
· Creative Writing (HL&FAL) (Grade 4-7) |
| Wednesday, 27 May | · Language and Comprehension English (Grade 4&5)
· Language and Comprehension FAL (Grade 6&7) · Life Orientation (Grade 7) |
| Thursday, 28 May | · Language and Comprehension English (Grade 6&7)
· Language and Comprehension FAL (Grade 4&5) · Social Sciences Geography (Grade 4-7) |
| Friday,
29 May |
· Maths Paper 1 (Grade 4-7)
· Art (Grade 4-6) · LSPA (Grade 4-6) · Technology (Grade 7) |
| Monday,
1 June |
· Maths Paper 2 (Grade 4-7)
· EMS (Grade 7) |
| Tuesday,
2 June |
· Natural Sciences (Grade 4-7)
· LSPA Theory (Grade 7) |
| Wednesday, 3 June | · Social Sciences History (Grade 4-7)
· Art (Grade 7) |
| Thursday, 4 June | · Life Skills (Grade 4-6)
· LSPA Practical (Grade 7) |
School Times
As from Monday, 25 May until Friday, 6 June the academic school day for Grade 4-7 will end at 13:00 and the extramural programme will run from 13:00-14:00, to accommodate the writing of
examinations and to ensure that girls still remain active.
Please ensure that arrangements have been made for your daughter to go home promptly at 14:00 (or 13:00 if she is not doing an extramural) every day to prepare for her next exam. The revised extramural programme for these two weeks accompanies this newsletter.
Please note this change is only for Grade 4-7. Grade 1-3 will continue with extramurals until 14:00, as usual-except for interventions which end at 14:30.
Stationery top-up for exams
A reminder that girls may not borrow stationery from each other during exams. Please ensure that your daughter has everything that she requires.
Newsletter
Please note that we will not send out a newsletter next week. The next edition will be sent out on Friday, 5 June.
Worker of the Week
Our WOW this week is Oyintando Gumenge for her wonderful sentences. Well done, Oyi!
Music
We are immensely proud of our VP musicians, who had a busy week at the SAC/DSG Youth Music Festival. This year, the categories were adjudicated as a formal Eisteddfod with the following results:
- Double Gold: VP String Ensemble and Haset Sintayehu.
- Gold: VP FP Choir, Makatendeka Chakona, Isla Orsmond and Carla Frazer.
- Silver: VP Chamber Choir, VP Senior Choir, Kungothando Ngangani, Yusrah Suleman, Katherine Marais, Phumelela Macetyana, Misha Potts, Libby Everton and Halle Orsmond.
Merit Achievers
Well done to Cayden Strauss, Iminathi Bawuti, Kendra Chrisjan, Isla Orsmond, Olothando Kanyiwe, Chloé de Beer, Nalikhaya Diniso, Zingce Pilisani, Anopa-Nyasha Thondhlana who have received over 250 merits this year. Keep it up, girls!
Astroquiz
Well done to our two Astroquiz Teams:
The VP Stars (Haset Sintayehu, Bridget Akpeng, Ella Radovic, Akum Mxo); and
VP Appollos (Owe Gongqa, Maka Chakona, Gabriella Cervati, Buhle Mamase) who competed in the second round of the Astroquiz on Tuesday. The results will be announced as soon as they are available!
Hockey results
Hockey vs Erica & Priory
U9A vs Priory U10C won 3-1
U9B vs Priory U10D won 3-0
U9A vs Erica won 2-0; U9B vs Erica won 1-0
U10A vs Priory lost 3-2; U10B vs Priory lost 1-0
U10 B vs Erica won 1-0; U10A vs Erica lost 1-0
U13B vs Priory drew 1-1; U13A vs Priory drew 0-0
U13B vs Erica drew 0-0; U13A vs Erica drew 0-0
Hockey vs KC
U13A won 2-1; U13B won 1-0;
U10A lost 2-0; U10B lost 2-0;
U9A lost 1-0
Mini Hockey results vs KC
U8A lost 3-0; U8A vs KC U8B drew 0-0;
U8B lost 2-0; U8B vs KC U8A lost 2-0;
U7A lost 1-0; U7A vs KC U7B lost 1-0
Well done to our mini hokkie bokkies.
Netball Results
Netball vs St Andrew’s Prep & Oatlands
U9B vs Oatlands lost 1-4; U9C vs Prep won 3-1; U9B vs Prep won 5-1
Netball vs Erica
Our teams travelled to Gqeberha to play against Erica. The matches were played with great spirit, determination, and teamwork.
U9A won 7-0; U11A lost 6-1; U12B lost 6-5;
U12A lost 12-4; U13B won 10-3; U13A won 10-8
Netball vs Kingswood & St Andrew’s Prep
8A vs KC lost 0-1; 8B vs KC won 3-0;
8A vs Prep won 3-1
U13 Round Robin
Our U13 netball team participated in the Makana Schools’ Round Robin. Even though they did not make it to the next round, we are immensely proud of their team spirit and the sportsmanship they show on the court.
Tennis
We wish all our little tennis players participating in the Rising Stars Tennis Tournament this Sunday, 24 May the very best of luck! Play well girls, give it your all and most importantly have lots of fun!
Interhouse Cross-Country
On Friday, 5 June we will have our annual Interhouse Cross-Country event. Parents are welcome to attend.
The Pre-Primary, Grade 1&2s will be running on Fergusson Field from 12:00- 12:45.
Pre-Primary – 12:00-12:15
Grade 1 – 12:15-12:30
Grade 2 – 12:30-12:45
We kindly request that all PP&FP parents
enter through the Beaufort Street office entrance as the Huntley Street entrance will be locked and will not be opened. The girls may leave with their parents after their event. Pre-Primary girls must wear a shirt in their house colour and black shorts, socks and takkies.
The Grade 3-7 girls will walk to the Botanical Gardens and start running at 08:30. First off will be the Grade 3s, followed by Grade 4&5s and finally Grade 6&7s. Girls are to arrive at school at the normal time and must be collected from school at 13:00 as usual. The Grade 1-7 girls must come to school dressed in their house shirt, black shorts, white socks, and takkies. Please also send a bottle of water, sunscreen and her VP hat/peak. House shirts can be bought from Extreme Embroidery. Only official house shirts may be worn.
Grade 3 Outing
On Wednesday and Thursday, 3&4 June our Grades 3s will visit St Andrew’s Prep to watch the production of Beauty and the Beast Jr. This will take place during school. We hope they enjoy this opportunity to see a timeless classic. Please ensure that your daughter is dressed neatly in her full school tracksuits with white socks and white takkies.
School Photos
Our individual school photos have been scheduled for Tuesday, 9 June. Forms have been sent home. Please send the completed form with proof of payment or the cash back to school by Friday, 29 May. Please note that if you wish to order the mug or key ring an order for an Individual photo is required.
Slipper Day – 29 May
Girls can still purchase a sticker for R20 from Mrs Mgogo and will then be allowed to wear slippers at school on next Friday, 29 May! If they go to Wimpy on that day with their sticker they will also receive a free coffee or hot chocolate. If you would like to bring slippers to school to wear for the day without buying a sticker you may do so for a R10 donation. All proceeds will go towards Reach for a Dream, an organisation that strives to fulfil the dreams of children who are suffering from life threatening illnesses. Please support the Kind Club’s efforts to raise funds for the Reach for a Dream Slipper Day.
VP’s Got Talent
Entries are now closed and auditions will take place during the week of 1–4 June from 13:00–14:00, with specific time slots allocated. Girls will be notified of their slots. All artworks must be submitted by the 8 June and will be entered in and displayed at the final show. The final show will be held on 18 June at 17:30.
Bottle Tops for Wheelchairs!
Our Environmental and Aesthetics Committee is promoting the collection of plastic bottle tops for wheelchairs. Each class is encouraged to collect as many milk, juice and water bottle tops as possible. The collected bottle tops will be delivered to recyclers who sell the materials and donate funds to initiatives that provide wheelchairs to those in need. The class who manages to collect the most bottle tops by the end of May will win a prize.
Birthday wishes
Happy birthday to the following staff members and girls who celebrated this week: Mr Daniels, Libongwe Goduka, Amy Mlambo, Luyakhuthando Mhlekwa, Olibango Ngabaza, Misha Potts, Alunamida Jakavula, Walutha Mqalo, Kylleigh Williams, Rose Jordaan, Zingce Tanga, Riley-Anne Knott-Craig, Lusanda Vutha, Riley-Jo Potts and Emihle Kulati. We hope you had a very special birthday!
Regards
Mrs Rafferty
PRINCIPAL
| Dates to Remember | |
| Fri.
22/05 |
· Mini Maestros @KC
· Grade 7 Creative Arts workshop 14:00-16:45 |
| Mon. 25/05
to Fri. 5/06 |
· Exams begin for Grade 4-7. School times change to 07:25 to 13:00.
· Extramurals for Grade 4-7 13:00 to 14:00 (see programme) · Grade 1-3 extramurals as usual until 14:00 |
| Fri.
29/05 |
Slipper Day.
No newsletter |
| Mon.
1/06 to 4/06 |
Auditions for VP’s got talent 13:00-14:00 daily – girls will be notified of their slot |
| Wed.
3/06 |
Grade 3 class to watch the Prep production of Beauty and the Beast during school hours |
| Thurs.
4/06 |
Grade 3 class to watch the Prep production of Beauty and the Beast
during school hours |
| Fri.
5/06 |
Interhouse Cross Country
Gr 3-7: 08:30 @Botanical Gardens PP-Gr 2 12:00 @VP |
| Sat.
6/06 |
· Hockey & Netball vs Westering (A) details to follow
· U8/U9 Netball Dassie Tournament @PJ Olivier |
| Fri.
12/06 |
Danceathon |