Bryandale News Vol 005x - 2006 03 16

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Bryandale

+27(0)11 706 6087 +27(0)11 463 3862 www.bryandale.co.za [email protected] Std Bank 009953 Acc No 023390360

Primary School

Cumberland Avenue, Bryanston, Gauteng PO Box 69597, Bryanston, 2020, South Africa Vol01 Vol02 Vol03 Vol04

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THANK YOU!

This year has been quite a tough one all round. Thank you to the teachers, parents and children for your support during this time. As noted in previous newsletters, we have worked very hard to get things “right” for all. This change necessitates teachers changing Learning Areas. We also have a number of resignations and a death to take into account. Mrs. Fraser

will take early retirement at the end of April.

Mrs. Marais

has chosen to stay at home with her children.

Mrs. Tallack

taking a rest for moment.

Mr. Moss

post needs to be filled.

Mrs. Govender

returns.

Ms. Walker

will stay on.

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will be joining us.

Mrs. Locker

will be joining us.

Mrs. Desjardins

will be joining us.

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SCHOOL HOURS

The big change-over takes place after this long weekend, so….. see you at 07h25 on Wednesday 22 March 2006

TIMES

STARTING Mon – Thur Friday Gr 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 07h25 07h25 CLOSING Mon – Thur Friday Gr 1,2 * 13h00 13h00 Gr 3 13h15 13h00 Gr 4,5,6,7 13h30 13h00 * Grade 1 and 2 Parents please note… If your children cannot be fetched at 13h00 they will be kept in a waiting class until 13h30.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Bryandalians strive to take responsibility for themselves and for their actions.

MAGNETIC FRIDGE FILE

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CONCERT

Preparation for our concert is underway and, as always happens during this time, there are plenty of exciting and unusual days ahead. Bear with us and enjoy them.

DID YOU KNOW

Mrs. T Griebenow will stay on. Miss. Davenport

Vol06 23Mar

It’s designed to accommodate the new-look newsletter and term planner as well as all your doctors’ and dentists’ appointment slips.

As part of Computer Studies at the school, most children have their own email address. I’m sure your kids would be thrilled to receive the occasional message from you at [email protected]

CLASS NAME CHANGES

You will notice class name changes in order to take these into account. Your children’s timetable accompanies this Newsflash.

PARENTS’ EVENING

Don’t forget Parents’ Evening on Wednesday, 29 March from 17h00 – 19h00. Grades 6 and 7 in the hall and Grades 1 – 5 in their respective classrooms.

HIGHLAND DANCING

Congratulations to Erin Ueckermann who qualified in the top three places in the Novice section of the Gauteng A Team. She will be representing Gauteng at the Inter provincial Challenge on Thursday 27th April 2006 in KwaZulu Natal

Mon Tue

THRIFT SHOP

07h00 – 08h00

13h00 – 14h00 13h00 – 14h00

The Knowledge Base offers children and adults the opportunity to sharpen their technical skills, be it computer-related skills or technical skills and offers a unique venue consisting of: • State-of-the-art Pentium 4 based computer education and training facility; • Technolab - offering children and adults courses in technical education; • Central Hub ideal for product launches, exhibitions, conferences, meetings and much, much more. Di MacDonald (011) 463 0987 [email protected]

WATCH OUT FOR

Golf Day / Camp-out / Survivor Day Remember, these events serve a dual purpose - Fun (meet other children and parents) and Fund-Raising (to keep our school fees the lowest in our area.)

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P.I.P. PARENTS IN PRAYER

Now on Thursdays 12h15 – 13h15 Room 3.

BULB FUNDRAISING

The BPA will be distributing order forms to each class for bulb orders. A ice-cream will be given to each to pupil in the class which raises the most money. The pupil who raises the most money will get R200 in Fourways Mall vouchers. The second prize will be R150 and the third prize R100. Please order your Spring bulbs through your child and the school.

TO ADVERTISE [email protected] or fax (086) 650 9951

COMMUNITY NOTICES BRYANDALE PARENTS’ TENNIS CLUB Wishes to encourage parents to join the club at the start of the year. It offers an excellent opportunity for enjoyable exercise and social interaction. We meet at the school courts at 14h00 each Saturday afternoon. Stuart Tapson on (082) 880 1055

SERVICES PHYSIOTHERAPIST Holly Hogan (BSc Physio Wits). Works from home. Treats all muscularskeletal conditions, chests etc. (011) 787 4351 or (082) 589 2843

EMPLOYMENT CORPORATE MOM seeks half day or flexi hours position in Bryanston and surrounding areas. Have marketing, management and account management experience. I am flexible but no sales positions please. (082) 520 0766

PROPERTY KNOW SOMEONE MOVING TO BRYANSTON? Research has told us that when people intend to buy or sell a property, the school is one of the first institutions to be approached. If you refer these people to Dieter Harck, the owner of Remax 100 in Fourways, and a sale results, they will pay up to 10% of their commission directly to the school! Dieter Harck (082) 500 7585 www.remaxonehundred.com

AFTERCARE THINK KIDS AFTERCARE (was Hoggy' s) accommodates children ages 6 - 12 years. Collection at 13h00 and 15h30. Nutritious lunch meals and afternoon snacks. Supervised homework, indidivual attention and tutoring. Variety of activities: indoor/outdoor, wet/dry, fun science activities, etc. Staff to child ration is 2/25. Competitive prices and outstanding service! (011) 463 6832 or (084) 602 7718

CLASSIFIED ADVERTS "IM AGINATION WILL OFTEN CARRY US TO WORLDS THAT NEVER WERE, BUT WITOUT IT WE GO NOWHERE” Byanwood Therapy and Assessment Centre: Psychologists working with children, adolescents and adults. (011) 706 2269 or (011) 706 0979 www.bryanwood.co.za START KARATE NOW with Hans Haupt (7th Dan) on Mondays from 13h30 – 14h30 at Bryandale Primary School. Hans (082) 442 6701 or (011) 918 2406 (mornings)

DON’T LET BAD RESULTS GET YOU DOWN! Let A+ Tutors lift your spirits and your marks. We offer Maths, Science, Afrikaans and Accounting lessons. Check our website for some of our great results or call Tessa on (082) 775 5853 or (011) 465 5196 for more information. www.aplustutors.co.za HIRE EDUCATION CC Our 1-On-1 sessions by trained, professional Supervising Tutors. Our tutors clarify, guide and apply structure to primary school learners'home and classwork. We also offer tutors for high school students. For more information phone us on (086) 12 TUTOR i.e. (086) 128 8867 LEARN TO RIDE HORSES Either for enjoyment or for serious competitive riding. We teach all ages from beginners to advanced levels. We also have holiday camps, team building, organising and running of inter-school teams and children' s party facilities. Qualified instructors. Professional collection and drop-off service! Tamar (082) 905 7465 KIDSCAPE ADVENTURE CAMPS Limited to only 60 kids. Kids are welcome from Grade 3 to Grade 8. Date: 7 to 11 April 2006 Venue: Warthog Inn (Near Britz) Activities: Hike, Obstacle Course, Stalk the Lantern, Bush Walk, Mud Pit, Team-building, Life Skills and many more. Price : R870 the whole package including transport. Application forms available from the office at your school. Graeme (083) 457 7848 [email protected] YOGA 4 KIDS Yoga has been heralded as the latest de-stressing activity for children. The ageappropriate curriculum teaches children the power of their own being and the importance of focus and concentration. Children are taught how to control their breathing and movement allowing them to develop flexibility, balance, mental clarity and emotional health. Based at the Stirling Pre-Primary School just opposite Bryandale. Suzie Manson (083) 299 6555 or (011) 234 3891 GIRLS HOLIDAY WORKSHOP 3 hour Skin and Nail Care Workshop for girls from Grades 7 – 12. Run by a qualified Beauty Therapist in Douglasdale. Only R120. Libby (011) 465 4178 [email protected] KIP McGRATH EDUCATION CENTRES Is your child battling with Maths, Spelling or Reading? Does he/she lack confidence? We offer a "Back to Basics" approach. Computer, audio cassette and written activities: Individual programme for each child. NOW OFFERING AFRIKAANS. Tom Sayers (011) 462 3183 or (082) 921 3925 CREATIVE HOTHOUSE Unique five day journey in Art, Music, Recording, Dance, Drama and more. 7 12 year olds. Monday to Friday 09h00to 16h00. 3rd 7th, 10th - 14th April. Venue: 66 Hamilton Avenue Craighall Park. Sue (083) 230 0319 or (011) 880 5205 [email protected]

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ART AND CRAFTS Grade 1 - 7. Norscot Manor Recreation Centre. 2 highly qualified art teachers. Nina (083) 258 1808 FASHION SHOW Saturday 25 March at 10h30. Our designers will present their Autumn and Winter collections. Enter a prize draw to win a MAKE-OVER using only natural cosmetics. BRYANSTON ORGANIC MARKET, contact (011) 706 3671 for more information.

DANCING Learn the DANCE OF THE 7 VEILS in the comfort of your own home. Available for the first time on DVD with stepby-step instructions on basic belly dancing techniques and a complete choreographed dance. Produced by the founder of the Belly Dancing Association of South Africa and yours for only R150. Jacqui (083) 309 3220 www.bellydance.org.za TAP AND MODERN DANCE CLASSES Offering children' s and adult’s classes for all levels. Saturday mornings, Rivonia Recreation Club. Stella Campbell-Bruyns (011) 803 0737 or (072) 783 4332