FROM THE OFFICE

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is a challenge to stay positive every day and to accept life as is. Although life is unpredictable at present, it remains filled with blessings. Winston Churchill said: “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Our attitude is one of our most precious possessions at present. A grateful, positive attitude and a healthy sense of humour can make our dreams come true. Be gentle and kind towards yourself and others.

We continue to pray that our learners, our parents and staff will be healthy and safe during this time.

COVID-19

Please note that the school’s isolation and quarantine periods are applied according to the guidelines of the NICD (National Institute of Communicable Diseases) and the Department of Health.

• Any person who has had high-risk contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 should be quarantined for ten (10) days (from the last day of contact), even if you do not develop any symptoms.

• Should symptoms develop and a person then tests positive him/herself, the person must go into self-isolation for at least ten (10) days from the day of the positive test result. The rest of the household then quarantines again for a further ten (10) days (from family member's positive test result date).

• Self-isolation is at least ten (10) days, depending on how severely ill the person is.

TERM DATES

Please take note of the amended term dates for this term. (These dates were previously communicated to parents in Newsletter 6.)

TESTS
Just a friendly reminder that Grade 4 to 7 learners write Computers on 22 June 2021 and I Can Spell / Ek kan Spel on 29 June 2021.

FORGOTTEN ITEMS

We request that parents ensure that learners pack everything they need for the day so that it is not necessary for learners to contact parents for forgotten items such as food, sports bags, projects, etc. The influx of people to the office and delivery of these items interfere with our compliance of COVID-19 protocols. Please help us to keep your child/ren safe.

SECOND HAND SCHOOL SHOP

For second-hand school clothing, textbooks and sportswear, contact Hestha on 082 520 0478. During school terms, the shop is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 07:00 – 08:00. Alternative days and times when the shop is open are also available on the WhatsApp profile photo.

There is a fair amount of winter clothing stock available, such as jerseys, pullovers, bomber jackets, dresses, ties and PE clothing.

MIDSTREAM ATHLETICS CLUB (PRIMARY SCHOOL)

We are very excited about the expansion of Midstream Athletics Club. In the past, coaching was only available in a limited number of field and track items, but with effect from 21 June 2021, we will provide coaching in all track and field items.

From 21 June 2021 to 1 July 2021, the focus will be on general conditioning.

The club will be closed from 2 to 18 July 2021.

The club will open again from 19 July 2021 and the learners will report to their respective coaches.

For more information about practice times, costs, events, etc., please feel free to contact Janettie Kirkpatrick by 082 457 7094 or admin@midstreamclub.co.za.

FOUNDATION PHASE SPEECH DAY

The Foundation Phase Speech Day took place last week and we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the learners who participated. We were incredibly impressed by the standard and quality of the speeches. A hearty congratulations to the winners in each grade.
Grade One
1st Place – Jake de Jong
2nd Place – Rose Dunkeld
3rd place – Lashana Naidoo
 
Grade Two
1st place – Daniel Griesel
2nd place – Sebastian Moodley and Katherine Cilliers
3rd Place – Lois Roberts

Grade Three
1st place – Migael Combrinck and Kailey Grundlingh
2nd place – Jessica Barnard and Prium Naidoo
3rd place – Adhi Ramkhelawan

EQUESTRIAN

Congratulations to our Equestrian team on their performances at Qualifier 3, held at Eaton Farm on the 5th and 6th June. We are very proud of each one of you.

TUCKSHOP: TUCK IN

Visit us at school or online for healthy lunches and lunchbox options, as well as many more tasty snacks. We can also cater for all your birthday party needs!