{"id":4727,"date":"2026-03-20T11:30:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/victoriaprimary.co.za\/?p=4727"},"modified":"2026-03-20T11:30:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:30:35","slug":"vp-newsletter-20-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/victoriaprimary.co.za\/?p=4727","title":{"rendered":"VP Newsletter 20 March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Message from the office<\/strong><\/p>\n

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 \u2018high\u2019 and pride that they will get from next week\u2019s shows will make it all worth it.<\/p>\n

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\u2019t delay in purchasing one!<\/p>\n

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Alice Tuckshop<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our newly established VPV is also enthusiastically preparing an exciting tuckshop for the productions.\u00a0 To reduce costs, we are asking for donations of the following items.<\/p>\n

flour;\u00a0eggs;\u00a0baking powder;\u00a0boxes of ground cinnamon;\u00a0loaves of bread;\u00a0Apricot jam;\u00a0Brown paper bags for popcorn;\u00a0Oil;\u00a0White vinegar;\u00a0Sugar;\u00a0Salt;\u00a0Popcorn Kernels.\u00a0<\/p>\n

These can be dropped off at the school office.<\/p>\n

The VPV will be selling snack platters\u00a0<\/strong>each night that can be pre- ordered at R35 each and consist of the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n

X2 cocktail pies;\u00a0X1 vetkoek;\u00a0X1 pancake;\u00a0X1 cheese griller;\u00a0X2 triangle sandwiches with jam and cheese<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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Alice in Wonderland ticket sales<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets for Alice in Wonderland are currently on sale from the school office at a cost of R50. The shows will be as follows:<\/p>\n

24 March 18:00<\/strong><\/p>\n

25 March 18:00<\/strong><\/p>\n

26 March 18:00<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t leave it too late as no tickets will be sold at the door<\/p>\n

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Worker of the Week<\/strong><\/p>\n

Congratulations to Tessanne Arries who is our Worker of the Week this week for her beautiful work on ecosystems in Natural Sciences.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Merit achievers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chloe Jeggels, Halle Orsmond, Ababalwe Ngwethsheni, Makatendeka Chakona and Maham Rizvi have received over 250 merits so far this year. Well done!<\/p>\n

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Assembly <\/strong><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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Easter Egg Raffle<\/strong><\/p>\n

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 \u2013 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. <\/strong>A reminder that if a raffle sheet has been lost R50 will be payable.<\/p>\n

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Netball Trials<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/p>\n

U12<\/p>\n

– Lidwala Matamo<\/p>\n

– Zenkosi Mati<\/p>\n

U13<\/p>\n

– Uncumolwam Mqomboti<\/p>\n

– Silubonile Royi<\/p>\n

We are proud of you!<\/p>\n

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Splash and Interhouse Gala results <\/strong><\/p>\n

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:<\/p>\n

1st Disa<\/strong><\/p>\n

2nd Fern<\/strong><\/p>\n

3rd Arum<\/strong><\/p>\n

4th Aloe<\/strong><\/p>\n

Victrix Ludorums<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

U9: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Nima Ntsepo<\/p>\n

U10: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Teia van Rooyen<\/p>\n

U11: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Chanelle Musarurwa<\/p>\n

U12: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Isla Orsmond<\/p>\n

Open: Anathi Mbandlakazi<\/p>\n

Most Improved swimmers<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Gold:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Andisiwe Mraji<\/p>\n

Pink:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Nakhane Klei<\/p>\n

Purple: \u00a0Kendra Chrisjan<\/p>\n

Yellow: \u00a0Lunathi Makasi<\/p>\n

Orange: Gabriella Cervati<\/p>\n

Feeder: Emihle Kulati<\/p>\n

Team:\u00a0 (Van Onselen Trophy for the Most Improved Swimmer) \u00a0Cayden Strauss<\/p>\n

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Grade 1-3 Open Music Lessons<\/strong><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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Progress Concert<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/strong>. Parents are welcome to attend in support of our budding performers.<\/p>\n

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Conquesta<\/strong><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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Natural Sciences Olympiad (Grades 4\u20137)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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. \u00a0Dates (during school hours):<\/p>\n