Message from the office
Although I may be pre-empting my thanks for the Alice in Wonderland that, while I am writing this, has yet to be performed, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the dedicated teachers and girls (and their families) who have not had one Saturday off this term – preparing for this show. I am forever in awe of the commitment and lengths our staff go to, to give our girls the opportunity to be involved in something quite magical. I know that they are all exhausted, cast and staff alike, but I am certain that the ‘high’ and pride that they will get from next week’s shows will make it all worth it.
I encourage you to buy a ticket to see the show, even if your daughter is not in the production, as it will no doubt be an incredible night out with your family. The tickets are selling quickly, to avoid disappointment, don’t delay in purchasing one!
Alice Tuckshop
Our newly established VPV is also enthusiastically preparing an exciting tuckshop for the productions. To reduce costs, we are asking for donations of the following items.
flour; eggs; baking powder; boxes of ground cinnamon; loaves of bread; Apricot jam; Brown paper bags for popcorn; Oil; White vinegar; Sugar; Salt; Popcorn Kernels.
These can be dropped off at the school office.
The VPV will be selling snack platters each night that can be pre- ordered at R35 each and consist of the following:
X2 cocktail pies; X1 vetkoek; X1 pancake; X1 cheese griller; X2 triangle sandwiches with jam and cheese
Your daughter will receive an order form for you to complete and return to school by Monday, 23 March if you would like to order platters.
Alice in Wonderland ticket sales
Tickets for Alice in Wonderland are currently on sale from the school office at a cost of R50. The shows will be as follows:
24 March 18:00
25 March 18:00
26 March 18:00
Don’t leave it too late as no tickets will be sold at the door
Worker of the Week
Congratulations to Tessanne Arries who is our Worker of the Week this week for her beautiful work on ecosystems in Natural Sciences.
Merit achievers
Chloe Jeggels, Halle Orsmond, Ababalwe Ngwethsheni, Makatendeka Chakona and Maham Rizvi have received over 250 merits so far this year. Well done!
Assembly
On Monday, 23 March we will have our Induction Assembly and our Committee Heads, Deputy Head Girl and Head Girl for 2026 will be announced. Parents are welcome.
Easter Egg Raffle
We hope that tickets sales for our Easter raffle are going well. We are grateful for all the donations of Easter Eggs that have come in already – Monday will be the last day to make your contribution to the hampers for our winners! Please send your raffle sheets and payment in to school on Monday, 23 March as we will be doing the draw for the winners on Wednesday, 25 March. A reminder that if a raffle sheet has been lost R50 will be payable.
Netball Trials
Congratulations to the following girls who made it to the next round of Trials. The girls will now represent Makana at the Sarah Baartman Trails in Somerset East on Saturday, 18 April
U12
– Lidwala Matamo
– Zenkosi Mati
U13
– Uncumolwam Mqomboti
– Silubonile Royi
We are proud of you!
Splash and Interhouse Gala results
Well done to all the girls who swam in the Splash and Interhouse Gala! We had lots of fun and summery weather. The final results are as follows:
1st Disa
2nd Fern
3rd Arum
4th Aloe
Victrix Ludorums:
U9: Nima Ntsepo
U10: Teia van Rooyen
U11: Chanelle Musarurwa
U12: Isla Orsmond
Open: Anathi Mbandlakazi
Most Improved swimmers:
Gold: Andisiwe Mraji
Pink: Nakhane Klei
Purple: Kendra Chrisjan
Yellow: Lunathi Makasi
Orange: Gabriella Cervati
Feeder: Emihle Kulati
Team: (Van Onselen Trophy for the Most Improved Swimmer) Cayden Strauss
Grade 1-3 Open Music Lessons
Please note that due to the production next week and the set-up in the hall, we will postpone the Music Open Lessons for the Pre-Primary and Foundation Phase until next term on Tueday, 14 April. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Progress Concert
All our beginners and Initial-level musicians will perform at the annual Progress Concert, which will take place in the hall on Thursday, 26 March at 14:15. Parents are welcome to attend in support of our budding performers.
Conquesta
Should you wish for your child to participate in Conquesta 2026, entry forms are available from Mrs Sauls. Conquesta is only open to Grades 4-7. Please complete the entry form and return it to school in an envelope, marked conquesta with the exact amount for entry fee and your child’s name and class. Closing date for entries is 25 March.
Natural Sciences Olympiad (Grades 4–7)
Girls in Grades 4 to 7 are invited to take part in the NRF SAASTA Natural Sciences Olympiad. This is a great opportunity for learners who enjoy science to challenge themselves, develop problem-solving skills, and test their knowledge. Dates (during school hours):
- 29 July – Grades 4–6
- 30 July – Grade 7
Entry forms are available from Ms Miskin.
Please return the completed form with the R35 entry fee by Friday, 26 March.
Reports
Hard copies of reports will be handed out to the girls on the last day of school before they leave at 10:30. NO reports will be handed out before this time. Please do not inundate the office for earlier requests. However, we will now also be sending out digital copies of reports via email. If you have changed your email address recently, please ensure you inform the school office to ensure that you receive your daughter’s report via email.
Birthday wishes
Happy birthday to the following girls who celebrated this week: Buhle Phongolo, Tehillah Dingani, Avethandwa Wana, Luminathi Mofu, Iyana Zono, Silindokuhle Demele, Elihle Velem, Bella Bonsor, Luhle Songongo and Emily Smith. We hope you had a very special birthday!
Regards
Mrs Rafferty
PRINCIPAL
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Dates to remember |
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Fri. 20 March |
· Alice in Wonderland Production Camp 14:00-19:00. · Grade 7 Committee meeting 13:00-13:30. |
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Sat. 21 March |
· Human Rights Day. · Alice in Wonderland rehearsal 09:00-13:00 |
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Mon. 23 March |
· Induction Assembly @10:00. · Return Easter raffle sheets and payment. |
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Tues. 24 March |
· Alice in Wonderland production – please be seated by 18:00 |
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Wed. 25 March |
· Easter Raffle draw. · Alice in Wonderland production – please be seated by 18:00 |
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Thurs. 26 March |
· Beginners & Initial-level musicians Progress Concert @14:15. · Alice in Wonderland production – please be seated by 18:00 |
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Fri. 27 March |
· Top 10 Academic Assembly @08:30. Parents welcome. · School closes at 10:30. Hostel closes at 12:30. No Aftercare. |