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St Dominic’s Junior School

NewsletterOctober 2018

A Note from Mrs Van Dyk’s Desk

One School, One Family, One Spirit

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On Tuesday the 2 October we celebrated Angel Mass. It was a very special Mass as we watched our Matric girls walk in with our Grade Ones. This was our Matrics’ last mass with us before they write their final exams. We wish each of them all the best for their exams and pray that God will protect them and guide them as they leave St Dominic’s at the end of the year.

To all our parents, learners and staff I leave you with the following reflection which was read during the Angel Mass.

May the Angel Gabriel of the annunciation bless you, inviting you daily to awaken to the God-life within you.May the Angel of prayer bless you, gathering you closely to the divine Beloved who longs for your embrace.May the Angel of children on the lap of Jesus bless you, helping you to see the beauty and freedom of your inner child.May the Angel of the agony in the garden bless you, offering you solace in your times of tribulation. Mat the Angel at the tomb of resurrection bless you with faith , assuring your faith and trust that all shall be well.May the Angel of justice disturb you to take the side of the poor and the wronged.May the Angel of compassion open your eyes to the unseen suffering around you.May the Angel of love introduce you to the beauty of your senses to celebrate your inheri-tance as a temple of the Holy Spirit.May the Angel of encouragement confirm you in worth and self respect, that you may live with the dignity that presides in your soul.May all the Angels be your sheltering and joyful guardians.

Adapted from Joyce Rupp and John O’Donohue

Ethos


Angel’s MassA beautiful Angel’s Mass celebrating the feast of the Archangels, Michael, Raphael and Ga-briel, was held in the Jubilee on Tuesday 2 October.It was the final mass that the matrics were present at for this year. They processed in as traditionally done, with the Grade Ones and sat together for the duration of the service. Fr Kieran was our celebrant and the readings, singing, altar serving and all other duties were performed with beauty and reverence. It was a fitting celebration!

First ConfessionThe First Holy Communion girls will be making their First Confession (Sacrament of Reconcil-iation) on the morning of Tuesday 16 October in our school chapel. We as a school community hold them in our prayers and wish them well on this next step of their spiritual journey.

Morning PrayerLord, as I go about my day, please give me the wisdom to make all the right choices .

The strength to overcome obstacles. The compassion needed to help others who are less fortunate than me.

The courage I will need to turn away from any temptations the enemy puts in front of me.

And most of all , please continue to shine Your light on my path, guide my footsteps and watch over my life .

I thank you for all you have blessed me with and always listening to my prayers.“Your word is a lamp for my feet , a light for my path”

(Psalm 119:105)In Jesus’ name, Amen

CondolencesWe express our sincere condolences to Mrs Sebastiao whose mother passed away last week

we pray that God will comfort her and her family.


AchievementsSinead Mc Luckie in Grade 3F participated in an eisteddfod with Conspirto a few months ago in which she won Item Winners for Gauteng Region to go through to the Forte round which was held this past week for the whole of SA.Sinead excelled and won overall Item Winners in her category for Singing. She was invited to the prestige awards evening in October. Well done!

During the SANESA awards evening held on Thursday 13 September at Holy Rosary School in Edenvale. Our girls all received their Gauteng Ekurhuleni colours in the following equestrian disciplines:Camryn Mey riding Madeira Satyn - A team Dressage and Working Riding.Victor Ludorum for Working Riding;Kayleigh Grange riding Donatello - B team Equitation and Show Jumping;Gwen Crompton riding Moonlight - A team Equitation, Dressage and Prix Caprilli.The results were excellent in light of the fact that Camryn and Kayleigh were new to SANESA and Gwen was new to 2 of the 3 disciplines that she entered. We are proud of you all!

Five girls from the Junior School, attended the East Rand Inde-pendent Schools Chess Round Robin held at Bishop Bavin on Satur-day, 29th September. Congratulations to R Evans (captain), S Phenyane, C Matsaudza , J Fyfe and K Huang, for winning this tournament.Well done!Congratulations also to Robyn Evans who has been selected to rep-resent the U14 team in the Ekurhuleni Region at the South African Junior National Chess Championships, to be held in Boksburg from the 15th December to the 24th December 2018!Good luck.

Julia Fisher was awarded her Eastern Gauteng Colours for Ac-robatic Gymnastics on the 31st of August 2018. She then went on to compete at the South African Gymnastics Games in Eldoraigne on the 30th of September 2018 where she was awarded 2nd place.

Kayleigh Oddie recently danced in the Cheetah Challenge World Qualifier Danc-ing Competition in Bloemfontein and Dancer of the Year at Carnival City. She received a 2nd and 3rd place for her Freestyle and a 2nd and 3rd place for her Slowdance at the 2 competitions. She also received a World Quali-fier for her 2nd place in Freestyle at The Cheetah Challenge.


Own Choice PoetryGrade 2 C

Ruby Banjac A++Julia Tait AChelsea White A++Nkazimulo Mkwanazi A+Tatum MacNaughton A+Ashlee Masekoane A++Amy Mays A++Paige Meeser A++

Grade 2 DVanessa Van Vuuren A+ Emily White A++Olerato Tsekelele A++Kyra Jacobs A+Emilia De Freitas A++

Grade 2 FCruz Fleur A+Emily Gooch A+Akani Mangwane AAnange Nombexeza A+Jordan Seager A+

Eisteddfod Results


Eisteddfod Results Grade 3T

Jessica Dooley - A++ for both Unprepared Reading and Own Choice PoetryOlivia De Gouveia – A++ for both Unprepared Reading and Own Choice PoetryAyanda Khumalo - A for both Unprepared Reading and Own Choice PoetryToni Seager - A for Own Choice Poetry

Grade 3 FOwn Choice Poetry

Aimee-Raine Brink: A+Emma Harmzen: A+Sinead McLuckie: A++Abigail Sandwell: A++

Unprepared ReadingEmma Harmzen: A++Sinead McLuckie: A+Abigail Sandwell: A++

Angela Costa Tre A+ for Own choice poem and A++ for Un-prepared ReadingJulia Fisher A+ for Own choice poem and A+ for Unprepared ReadingTafadzwa Matsoso A+ Own choice poem A++ for Unprepared ReadingKeolebogile Makotoko A+ Own choice poem

Grade 4Unprepared reading

Caitlyn MacKinnon A+Sarah Wijtenburg ASanidhi Singh A++Kelsey Howell A+Jessica Powell AHannah de Jager A++Amy Parker A+Bailee Nell A+Lweendo Sikaala A++Natalia Apostolides A++Jemma Chapman A+Bokang Mokhosi A++Loren Botha A++ Own choice poetryAmy Parker A++Tiana Apostolides A+Kate Wilson A++Gabriella Calaca A+Tinao Dzumbunu A+Jessica Powell A+Lethabo Chanda AZiqu Motsweni AMinenhle Siyaphi AJordan Bennett A+Makanaka Madyegasva BTessa Moyo ATerri Horwell A+Katya Botha A+


Eisteddfod Results


Eisteddfod ResultsGrade 5

Own choice poetryJenna Aschmann A+Robyn de Beer A++Jenna Fyfe A++Elina Huang A+Laila Latif A++Lyndle Lubbe ANtando Mabunda A++Galalelo Nakedi A++Anesu Nyalugwe A++Ciara O Connor A+Amber Steenkamp A+Peyton Thomas A+Jade Wannenburg A++Simphiwe Zulu A++

Unprepared ReadingJenna Aschmann A++Buhle Bhengu A+Jenna Fyfe A+Elina Huang A+Ntando Mabunda A++Galalelo Nakedi A+Anesu Nyalugwe AJade Wanneburg A+


Eisteddfod ResultsGrade 6 L

Own Choice PoetryKallirroi Apostolides – A+Robyn Fisher – A++Jennifer Hintze – A+Mina Pato – A+Anabella Barreira – A+Samukelisiwe Phenyane – ATeoleni Arralappan – A+Tshegofatso Rantsho – A+Kirstin Wilkins – A+

Prepared SpeechMegan De Graaff – A+Alexa Nunes – A+Robyn Fisher – A+Jennifer Hintze – A++Gabriella Faria – A+Lianke McDonald – A+Julia Smargiasso – A++Katlego Mametse – A+Andiswa Msweli – AKarabo Mahlangu – A+

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Lea Ait MadiLia ArmstrongTeoleni ArralappanKarley BussackGwen CromptonTalia FarinhaKelsy FerreiraAmelia GatsiKayleigh GrangeTertia-Lee KnightZimazile MadyegasvaGugu MahloriKatlego Mametse

Lianke McDonaldBusisiwe MkhonzaKganya MoleleAsnake NkunaChloe PearsonSamukelisiwe PhenyaneTshegofatso RantsoDeana ReddyKiara ScheepersJulia SmargiassoSkyla-Jean StentOlwethu TwalaKirstin Wilkins

HockeyCongratulations to the following players on being selected for Eastern’s High Performance training.U12 Lunathi MdletsheOgechi McMurrayKatarina JardimU13Mina PatoErin WedelDahne LandsbergRuby CarlsonNatasha GorgulhoWell done girls we are very proud of you !

Gymnastics Katarina Jardim qualified at the Gauteng Championships to represent Eastern Gauteng at the south African Gymnastic Games in October. Kwindla Stemela qualified at the Gauteng Championships to represent Eastern Gauteng at the south African Gymnastic Games in October. Sarah Armstrong par-ticipated in the 2018 South African Gym-nastic Games 30 Sept – 6 October

KarateCongratulations Nadia Webber, who competed in the 5th world Karate championships in Kuala Lumpur in Sep-tember.

One School, One Family, One SpiritOne School, One Family, One Spirit

Drummie News | Majorette World Federation ChampionshipsThe third MWF (Majorette World Federation) championship was held at the Grand West in Cape Town in September. It is the first time that this bi-annual competition was not held in Europe.

Having the competition in Cape Town meant that hundreds of spectators could enjoy and experience what the rest of the world is doing within the sport of Majorettes.

“The MWF leadership invests a lot of effort to make Majorette-sport truly a world sport, and with the work of our national associations,

my faith in the future of Majorette-sport is unquestionable, and we can all attest to this.”

Željka BanovićMWF President

Drummie News | Majorette World Federation ChampionshipsThe third MWF (Majorette World Federation) championship was held at the Grand West in Cape Town in September. It is the first time that this bi-annual competition was not held in Europe.

Having the competition in Cape Town meant that hundreds of spectators could enjoy and experience what the rest of the world is doing within the sport of Majorettes.

“The MWF leadership invests a lot of effort to make Majorette-sport truly a world sport, and with the work of our national associations,

my faith in the future of Majorette-sport is unquestionable, and we can all attest to this.”

Željka BanovićMWF President

We congratulate our St Dominic’s drummies who were part of the team representing South Africa in these championships, competing against teams from Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy, Kazakhstan, Poland and Slovakia. These girls were awarded their Protea Colours for Majorettes!

Anke Pretorius (Grade 7)Gabriella Pinto (Grade 11)Jayde Polley (Grade 11)Jenna-Lee van Niekerk (Matric 2013)Karabo Mokhwibitjane (Grade 7)Kelly Loring (Matric 2017)Khutso Mlambo (Grade 8)Mahlatse Ramadibane (Grade 8)Sibongile Ndaba (Grade 8)Tiffany Hodge (Matric 2014)

Drummie News | Majorette World Federation Championships

“These competitions teach us to accept victories and defeats in our stride. They

will also showcase the many benefits which Majorettes has to offer all participants and aspiring new athletes, from many

different countries.”

Wayne OberemSAMCA President


Gala Evening

Netball


The day finally arrived, our netball and hockey Grade 6 & 7 girls raring to go. Our sister school, Our Lady of Fatima, in KZN was hosting their annual Catholic Schools’ Festival. The girls eagerly jumped into the new luxury St. Dominic’s bus and said there goodbyes. 4 days without cell phones – a perfect opportunity to get to know their teammates and build team morale. The tour was an awesome success. As usual the accommodation was fantastic, and our girls were excellently behaved, making St. Dominic’s proud once again. The girls were thoroughly spoilt with a sports dinner at the school, receiving gorgeous gifts and goodies. A late night, followed by an early morning trip to the beach, fun in the sea and down time. Then reality hit and off to netball. The girls played phenomenally, losing the first game 15-16 to our host school, winning 15-4 vs St. Teresa’s Rosebank and drawing 9-9 vs Maris Stella. Our team showed true sportsmanship and despite injuries, never gave up. The following day started even earlier, the hockey girls time to shine and so they did. It was a tough day, the sun was relentless; but the girls persisted and played great hockey. Unfortunately, losing all 3 matches, but showing unbelievable improvement in skill, fitness and tenacity. Substitutions only taking place in order for girls to cool off in ice buckets, drink water and get back out there. I have never been so proud to be a St. Dominic’s teacher, coach, old girl. After hockey, we enjoyed lunch at Moses Mabhida Stadium, walked along the promenade and went back to the hotel to enjoy a night of games; it was here that everyone truly bonded; laughing hysterically and relaxing together. On behalf of Miss Venter, Coach Jen and myself, thank you to the parents for their support but more importantly to the 20 young sportswomen who were a tribute to our school.Mrs Bradbury

Lady of Fatima


The Grade 4s went on an outing to the National Children’s Theatre, in Parktown, on 26th September to watch the production Charlotte’s Web.The girls thoroughly enjoyed this production, especially after reading the book.

Grade 4 Outing

Grade 7 FarewellOn Wednesday the 3rd October the school hall was transformed for the Grade 7 Farewell Dinner. Parents, teachers and invited guests joined the Grade 7 class of 2018 in a celebra-tion of excellence.Memories of events of special times were shared, certificates of recognition for service were awarded, a delicious dinner was served, an emotional song was sung and entertainment was provided by some of our talented young ladies.The Grade Sevens are sure to remember the inspiring words of encouragement given by Nompilo Mpanza, the newly appointed Head Girl of the High School.Mrs van Dyk chose the theme “shoes” for her ad-dress which gave very interesting guidelines on adapting to different situations in life. As they en-ter a new phase in their school career we encourage these young ladies to “Put your best foot forward”.Many thanks to all who contributed to making this a memorable occasion. Special mention must go to Mrs van Dyk and our Grade 7 teachers, Mrs Bradbury, Ms de la Hunt and Mrs Bekker for their care and guid-ance throughout the year


On Friday, 5 October, the Grade 7 St. Dominic’s girls and CBC boys came to-gether for an evening of dancing and fun. The night was kept entertained with the Teachers breaking out in random dance moves. We would like to thank the CBC boys and Staff for hosting such a wonderful event.

Tour da Maths

On the evening of the 10th, the Grade 6 and 7 girls enjoyed their very first Tour da Maths held at St. John’s. All the girls did excep-tionally well. Ruby Carlson and her group came second. We are very proud of all our girls and we cannot wait for the next one. Thank you to Mrs. Gray and the parents for all your support. Mrs. Bekker


Thank youDoing the right thing ………. is about transforming waste into helping others

Bread tags and Bottle TopsOur Primary School has made a difference to the environment whilst doing good for others. The girls collected enough bread tags (a minimum of 50Kg), and in exchange received a wheelchair donated by a local recycling company.Congratulations to Grade 7 students Natascha Hammerton, Haily Wilson and Tiara Drake who headed up this initiative. The wheel-chair will be donated to the St Anthony’s Day Care Centre for the Aged where it will make the life of an elderly person that much easier.Please continue collect and bring to school plastic bread tags and

bottle tops. A bit thank you to the families who have participated in this initiative. We have nearly reached our goal of a second wheelchair for the needy.

ChatterboxSt Dominic’s hosted the Chatterbox Speech Evening on the 18th September.Three St Dominic’s girls per Grade from Grade 4-7 participated alongside St Columba’s, Woodlands and CBC. Congratulations to the following girls:Hannah de Jager, Madison Claassen and Bokang Mokhosi from Grade 4.Dee Berriman, Jorgia Simon and Robyn de Beer from Grade 5.Gugulethu Mahlori, Jennife Hintze and Celeste Matsaudza from Grade 6Lenita Silva, Lisakasi Stemela and Anebel Kruger from Grade 7.A special thank you to the MC’s for the evening Kayla Victor, Olivia Teeling, Haily Wilson and Shannon Massolini for keeping the evening on track and entertaining the audience.

SOCIAL MEDIAA recent article in the Boksburg Advertiser highlighted Cyberbullying.As with anything in life, children need guidance from their parents. Discuss and set family rules for cell phone use with your children e.g.• Treat others with respect• Show your parents if you receive a nasty message• Don’t retaliate but respond only if you can do so calmly• Block the bully• Remember the 3 Ps –If you wouldn’t like your Parents,Principal or Priest/Minister to see a message you wrote…Don’tsend it!


My School

St Dominics’ Parents, Grandparents and Friends Thank you once again for supporting the MySchool Programme. Through your loyal support of swiping your card we raised R147,785.18 for our school in 2017.

Help St Dominic’s School to continue raising valuable funds. GET a MySchool card, SWIPE it at the various partners and a PERCENTAGE of your spend will go to our school, AT NO COST TO YOU. Did you know? There is a NEW APP - where you can update, browse anything MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet has to offer. You can now have a virtual MySchool card on your phone and Sign-up (New supporters) or Log-in (Existing MySchool card holders) Simply DOWNLOAD THE NEW APP http://www.myschool.co.za/get-your-card-here/myschool-app


Saturday 13 October Jnr Inter-Catholic TennisTuesday 16 October Bishop Bavin Speech CompetitionThursday 18 October School Closes for Mid-Term18 to 21 October St Stithians/Roedaen Water poloTuesday 23 October School opens after Mid-Term23,24,25 October Pauline Sister’s Book SaleThursday 25 October Gr 1 OrientationFriday 26 October Grade 7 Final AssemblySunday 28 October First Holy CommunionFriday 2 November Grade 1 to 3 Catholic Schools’ GalaTuesday 6 November Grade 4 to 7 Prize GivingWednesday 7 November Grade 1 to 3 Prize-Giving Grade 5 OutingFriday 9 November Ladder 814 to 23 November Grade 4 to 7 ExamsTuesday 27 November Grade 2 Violin ConcertMonday 3 December Meet the teacher Nativity and Christmas MarketTuesday 4 December Grade 1 to 7 Reports go out School Closes at 11:00

PLEASE COLLECT Mrs Kerr is collecting plastic containers with screw tops. These are used to help with Therapy for children with Cerebral Palsy. Please drop them in the bin outside her office.

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