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Bryandale Primary School
Cumberland Avenue, Bryanston, Gauteng PO Box 69597, Bryanston, 2020, South Africa
+27(0)11 706 6087 +27(0)11 463 3862 www.bryandale.co.za
[email protected] Std Bank 009953 Acc No 023390360
11 January – 30 March 2006 Vol01 Vol02 Vol03 Vol04 XTRA Vol05 XTRA Vol06
Vol07
18 April – 23 June 2006 Vol 08 Vol09 Vol10 Vol11
17 July – 22 September 2006 Vol12 Vol13 Vol14 Vol15 Vol16
2 October – 1 December 2006 Vol17 Vol18 Vol19 Vol20 Vol21
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CONCERT
Thank you to all our wonderful parents and families of teachers who have done so much to help with our production. The time, energy, creative input and support is so appreciated.
CONCERT TICKET SALES
Tickets are R35 each and are on sale, outside the foyer of the hall, every morning from 06h45 until 07h45 and between 13h00 and 14h00. The concert dates are… Wednesday 10 May Thursday 11 May Friday 12 May SOLD OUT Monday 15 May Tuesday 16 May Friday night is already fully booked. Please ensure that you get your tickets as soon as possible. We will have to follow the Safety Regulations of freeing the exit points. This means that we will not allow standing in the wings or entrances during the performance. Cushions will be on sale for the audience or you may bring your own cushion.
CONCERT ARRANGEMENTS
ALL children to arrive at 18h00 having had supper. Those children who are staying late should bring a light snack and a blanket. Holding classes for each grade will be available for those who stay late. Interval will be at approximately 19h45. All Children in Grades 1 – 4 should be fetched during the interval if their parents are not in the audience. We will reserve the parking at the Knowledge Base for parents fetching the Grades 1 – 4. The senior and intersen phase children need to be fetched by 22h00 at the latest
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
Change & Gr Venue Make-up 1# Media Centre SCHOOL 2 Rooms 6, 7 & 8 HOME 3 Grade 3 Prefabs HOME 4 Prefabs 36 & 37 SCHOOL 5 Rooms 17, 18 & 19 HOME 6 Rooms 25,26 & 27 HOME 7 Science Lab, 14 & 15 HOME # Grade One teachers will be sending out an additional letter.
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CONCERT PARKING
As this is always a great headache, we have arranged that ALL TEACHERS will park in the rear parking lot (Gate 4). We will have security patrolling the street parking. Parents may park at the Pre-Primary and the Admin staff parking area (Gate 6) which will be open. I repeat The Knowledge Base parking area will be used for parents fetching children at the interval.
LOST PROPERTY
On Wednesday, last week, 28 pieces of clothing were left on the field. Half of these were marked and the children have been called to the office to fetch them. May I, once again, appeal to parents to please mark the children’s clothing.
GRADE 7 EDUCATION FOR LIVING
A sincere thank you to the twenty five families who braved the cold to listen to the contents of the programme. Growing up is so exciting, yet so scary. Ensuring that children make correct choices and are educated in these matters is one way to keep our children safe.
VACANT POSITIONS
Grade 7 Mathematics part-time post for the year (2 hours per day from Monday to Friday – 08h00 – 10h00). A teacher with Mathematics as a major or with relevant Grade 7 Mathematics experience is required. Grade 7 Life Orientation and Arts and Culture part-time position for the term, until Mrs Groeneveld returns. (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday). Grade 3 Post - to replace Mrs Stuckenberg who leaves at the end of the term. Foundation Phase qualifications or relevant experience is required for this post. Grade 2 Post - to replace Mrs Hilton, who leaves at the end of May. Foundation Phase qualifications or relevant experience is required for this post. We are very sorry to lose these two teachers and thank them most sincerely for all they have done for Bryandale. We wish them well for the future.
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TELEPHONE
Our sincere apologies for the telephone being out of order for so long. Telkom have been on strike and they finally came yesterday and have assured us that the telephones will be working properly today. Thank you for your patience.
MYSCHOOL
HOW TO VIEW YOUR PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS Did you know that you can view your own personal transactions by logging onto www.myschool.co.za Here is how you do it…. If you are a first time user of the website, you will not have a username and password - all you have to do is register as follows : 1. Locate the LOG IN area on the home page (it’s on the left hand side of the page) 2. In the LOG IN area, click on REGISTER HERE (it’s below the Go! Button) 3. On the next page that opens, enter your 16 digit card number in the space provided, and then click the REGISTER button 4. After filling in your personal details, you must choose your own username and password. Remember your username and password – you will need it to view your support information when you log in again 5. Click COMPLETE to complete your registration (and to automatically log in) 6. Once you are logged in, go to SUPPORT (on left hand side of page) 7. Click on Transaction Information (in blue) – click on the value in ‘blue’ – this will then provide details of the months – click on the month you wish to look at, and it will give you details of when and where you supported, broken down by supporters. Should you experience any problems, please do not hesitate to contact Michelle or Lynne (011) 475 0628
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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS TERM 2
Friday 16 June Youth Day (30th anniversary).
WINTER UNIFORM
The date of the official change-over to winter uniform is Monday 15 May.
ELECTION OF PARENT MEMBERS OF THE SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY
SCHOOL FEES
Notice is hereby given that the nomination of candidates for the election of Parent Member(s) of the School Governing Body of the above-mentioned school will be held at 19h00 24th May 2006 in the School Hall. A candidate may be nominated in 2 ways: 1) By lodging a nominated form duly completed by the proposer, seconder, and candidate with the Electoral Officer not more than 7 days and not less that 1 day before the nomination meeting, or 2) By proposing a parent as a member during the nomination meeting, provided that another parent seconds the nomination, and a nomination form duly completed by the proposer, seconder and candidate is lodged with the Electoral Officer within the time allotted in the meeting by the Electoral Officer for this purpose. If more candidates are nominated than the number of Parent Members to be elected, an election will be held at 19h00 24th May 2006 in the School Hall. The Electoral Officer for our school is Fourways High School and they can be contacted on (011) 465 1104 if you have any queries. Please note that a quorum of 15% of the eligible parents of the school is necessary for the nomination and poll meetings to take place. A parent is the biological parent of a learner, the guardian who is legally entitled to custody of a learner, a person who takes the responsibility of a parent in the case of childheaded families or an extended family, or a person who undertakes to fulfil the obligations of a parent/guardian towards the learner’s education at school. Each family has two votes THE FORMAT FOR THE EVENING: The Annual General Meeting will take place after the nomination meeting. Should only six members be nominated, they will automatically be elected.
This year’s fees are R7,800 per learner. Have you paid? Our bank details are at the top of this newsletter. If you selected the quarterly payment option, your next payment is OVERDUE.
LISTEN TO 92.7 FM
Midrand Community Radio is currently on the air supporting a SANBS Blood Drive for the month of May. Tune in for excellent music!
MARTIAL ARTS
Congratulations to Brett Gregory who took part in the SA National Championships (Martial Arts) - Tang Soo Do on 29 April 2006, representing Alchemy Dojang. The Alchemy team walked away with 21 medals, securing a place in the world championships to take place in Holland next year - well done team Chuck Norris would be proud!
CODE OF CONDUCT
Bryandalians respect their own and other people’s property. (All possessions are labeled and can therefore be returned.)
CLASSIFIED ADVERTS
PINESLOPES TYRES Need tyres, shocks, brake pads, a tow bar or battery? Everybody does, sooner or later! Call Erroll, identify yourself as a Bryandale parent, teacher, friend or family member and be assured of the best possible price and advise. We' ve had overwhelming support so far - thanks a lot! Give it a try! (011) 467 3777 or (082) 337 6450
DANCING
Learn the DANCE OF THE 7 VEILS in the comfort of your own home. Available for the first time on DVD with step-by-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
EMPLOYMENT
GARDENER I have a hard working, honest and reliable gardener (he can iron too!!!) looking for work in the Ferndale / Douglasdale / Bryanston areas. He is available on a Saturday and Sunday. He is also looking for accommodation, so can work one day for the room. Bronwyn (073) 170 6772
If there are more than six nominations, voting will take place immediately after the AGM. Fourways High School Election Committee will oversee our election and we will return the favour.
SGB UPDATE
Nomination forms were sent home on Thursday. Should you wish to nominate someone, please follow procedure and hand the form in at the office. We only have positive replies from 121 parents which falls far short of the required 340 to form a quorum. Thank you to these parents. Please reconsider attending this meeting. We will be in touch after the concert.
EXTRA MURALS
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 INCHANGA ST ABLES Horse riding lessons. Childrens’ riding school. Adults and beginners welcome. 3km from Fourways Mall, tar road access. We provide safe ponies and equipment. We also hold fun holiday pony camps. Leonie (083) 925 1975 or Sue (084) 426 3365
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LESSONS
A+ Tutors will solve your problems! Extra lessons in Maths, Science, Afrikaans and Accounting are offered in a fun, funky environment. See our website for more info www.aplustutors.co.za or call Tessa (082) 775 5853 or (011) 465 5196 HIRE EDUCATION CC Get 1-on-1 tuition by trained, professional tutors. At your home, All subjects, All grades. Experience the advantage of individual extra lessons. Our tutors: supervise homework; clarify; apply structure; fill in gaps; keep learners up to date; prepare for tests and exams; instill a positive attitude. More info (086) 128 8867 that’s (086 ) 12 TUTOR PROFESSIONALS AND HOBBYISTS WELCOME Instruction and tuition in : Drum set / Contemporary Theory Rhythm and Interpretation Ear Training (perfect pitch fundamentals) Ensemble Performance Sight Reading / Improvisation Contact Clement C Benny (M.Mus)UCT Harvard Alumnus
[email protected] (072) 359 5543
NURSERY / AFTERCARE
LOLLIPOP NURSERY SCHOOL Small, wellestablished school providing individual love and attention. Creative and stimulating programme making learning fun. Well-equipped classroom with spacious outside play area in shady garden. Karen (011) 705 1266 (083) 474 9463
PROPERTY
FOR RENT – EPSON DOWNS / BRYANSTON Secure, thatched garden cottage. Separate entrance, 1 bedroom, Lounge, Full Kitchen and Bathroom. R3,000 p.m. incl. lights & water. Sorry no pets. Available immediately. Collene (083) 775 9447
SERVICES
BABY SITTING AND CHILDCARE SERVICES KATJA TINKLER (084) 486 2541
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