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TEACHING TOMORROW, TODAY

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

SOCCER AND NETBALL TOURNAMENT

27 MAY 2016

DIARY TERM 2, 2016

MAY

Dear Parents,
It is with lightness in my heart that I write my insert for the newsletter this week. The
learners of Bryanston Primary made me a very proud Principal over the weekend
at our Soccer and Netball Tournament, not only with their positive attitude on the
fields and courts, but also their sportsmanship and the friendly engagement with
our visiting schools.
There are many people who I would like to thank:
The Grade Seven learners, who were pleased to assist whenever and wherever
they were needed on the day.
All our parents for allowing their children to be part of the tournament and
the wonderful support we received from you in supporting our children and
assisting at the stalls.
Mrs Barnard and her team from the BFC: yet again, well done on a superb job
of providing this event with delicious food from early morning and cleaning
up until late on Saturday night! Your time and the commitment shown to the
school by the whole committee is appreciated.
The organising committee and the SGB members for their hours spent beforehand and being readily available on the day to answer questions and
assist parents.
Mrs Paula Agar, for new ideas, the printing of the programmes and organising
the branding to assist with communication to the relevant schools and sponsors.
Mrs Pippa Hunt for arranging wonderful donations from a group of generous
sponsors.
My dedicated staff who worked so hard, from coaching and scorekeeping to
selling tokens, and looking after our visiting principals: you are appreciated
for taking care of our children, and the hours you put in to make a success out
of an event like this.
The sports department, for all their hard work setting up our Tournament. A
special thanks to Miss N Hart and Miss J Lester for organising the prize giving
and their hard work throughout the tournament.
Mrs. Lutawan for taking charge of so many aspects regarding this event.
The Finance Department for ensuring that the tokens were ready, Snapscan
was organised, and for all the counting of the money received.
Mr Hart and his groundstaff team, for setting up the fields and cleaning up
before, during and after the event, you have done very well!
Congratulations to all our teams that played in the tournament and a special word
to the teams that reached the finals: well done!

30

English Language & Comprehension Exam

31

Natural Sciences Exam

01

Technology Exam

02

History Exam

03

Afrikaans Exam

06

EMS Exam

07

Geography Exam

07

Individual & Class Photo's

08

Sports & Cultural Photo's

16

Youth Day (Public Holiday)

17

School Holiday

20

Arts Festival

21

Interhouse Run-off's

22

Parents Evening

22

Grade 2 Outing - Zoo

22

Grade 4 Outing - Crocodile and Reptile park

24

Term 2 Ends

JUNE

SCHOOL TIMES
GRADES 1 & 2
GRADES 3 TO 7

TUES-FRI
07h25 13h10
07h25 13h40

SCHOOL SHOP HOURS

DAY

MON, WED
TUES, THURS
FRIDAY

TIME

12h30 to 15h00
07h00 to 11h30
12h30 to 14h30

Email address: bpsschoolshop@gmail.com

Phone: (011) 706-0524 / Kim: 083 462 5430

LOST PROPERTY HOURS

MONDAY - FRIDAY

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MONDAYS
07h25 13h25
07h25 13h55

07h0008h30
13h0014h30

DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS

MRS L. FYFE
MRS M. BRITZ
MS C. DEVLIN
MRS P. JUMA

Business Manager
Admissions/Principals PA
Bookkeeper/ Suppliers
School Fee Office/Debtors

(011) 244-0903
(011) 244-0905
(011) 244-0918
(011) 244-0904

SCHOOL BANKING DETAILS

Bank: Standard Bank Fourways Crossing
Code: 009953 Account Number: 023385103

CONTACT US

Telephone: (011) 706-1263/706-0524 | Web: www.bryanstonprimary.co.za | Electronic newsletter: register on www.bryanstonprimary.co.za

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL (CONTINUED)

WHATSAPP GROUPS AND COMMUNICATION CHANNELS
WhatsApp can be a wonderful communication tool when used effectively, and at Bryanston Primary we encourage parents to join
groups with other parents to support each other.
This is particularly useful if your child is a part of a sports team, as you
can share scores and arrange transport to assist each other where
needed, and quickly advise each other of changes in fixtures or game
times, etc. However, we have noticed a concerning trend of some
parents using WhatsApp groups to bash the school and its staff if
they have an issue that they feel is not being dealt with adequately.

Please remember: if an issue is being discussed solely on

WhatsApp without our knowledge, we cannot even begin to work with you to address it.
We ask that if you do have a matter that you need to discuss with
the school, please raise it with us using our communication channels
before starting a topic about it on WhatsApp.
Please follow the route indicated below and only go higher up the
ladder should you require additional information or assistance:

Step 1. the class educator

Step 2. the grade head
Step 3. the subject head
Step 4. the deputy principal
Step 5. the principal
Where an educator cannot assist you directly, he or she will escalate
it to a staff member who has the ability or seniority to help you to
resolve the matter.
Unfortunately, we have found in some isolated incidents that where a
parent has not contacted the school or has not clarified an issue but
has started a topic about it on a WhatsApp group, the subject quickly
escalates and rumours begin to swirl many of them unfounded and
exaggerated.
Again, please come to us directly and address any concerns before
raising them in a parent group, where no-one has the power to help
you and the issue can become even more problematic.

SECURITY
We are aware of and are dealing with a security incident that happened at the school earlier this week. We have spoken to the children
of the parents involved and the matter is in hand.
However, we would like to take this opportunity to remind parents of
our school security measures:
Any parent coming onto the grounds during school hours will
be required to sign in with security before proceeding directly
to Reception, where you will be assisted.
Any supplier entering the school grounds will be signed in
and accompanied by a staff member at all times while on the

grounds.
No child may leave the premises during school hours without a
note from reception and accompanied by an adult.
Bryanston Primarys parking is on public property, and although we have security guards on duty, we cannot cover the
entire area. We ask parents to be vigilant about locking their
vehicles behind them, as unfortunately car jamming is a reality
and it is difficult for us to secure such a large public parking
space.
We thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Best regards,
Mr Leon Botha, Principal

SPORTS NEWS WEEK 8

SOCCER

NETBALL
The U10 and U11 Netball girls who won the tournament in
their age groups
The Open netball team for making it into the finals
Nichika Naidoo awarded Best U10 Goalkeeper
Madison Mayos awarded Best U12 Goalkeeper
Lesedi Gololo awardedBest Open Defender

This is a reminder that no children will be allowed to play soccer without shin pads.

RUGBY
Well done to the U7 and U8 rugby boys that have participated in the
UNIKA tournament on the 19th May 2016. You are all stars!

BRYANSTON PRIMARY SOCCER AND NETBALL

TOURNAMENT 2016

KARATE JKA KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Congratulations to Madison Mayos
who achieved Silver in Kata and a
Gold medal in Kumite. She now has
her South African colours and is able
to represent South Africa in the World
Championships.
Congratulations to Cullen Holland
and Riley Main who competed in The
South African JKA Karate Championships on Friday. They have performed
well and retain their Gauteng colours.

Well done to the learners who participated in the Bryanston Primary

School Soccer and Netball Tournament on 20-21 May 2016!
Special congratulations goto:

SOCCER
The U9, U10, U12 and Open soccer boys for winning the tournament in their age groups.
Ross Garrett awarded Best U10 Goalkeeper
JC Pascal and Inati Mtoba awarded Best Attackers in their
age group

SPORTS RESULTS: TERM 2, WEEK 7

DATE
TUESDAY 17 MAY

SPORT
Discovery Knockout

WEDNESDAY 18 MAY

Soccer

Soccer
THURSDAY 19 MAY
RUGBY

TEAM

RESULTS

WINNING TEAM

U11A
U12A
Under 9A
Under 9B
Under 9C
Under 9D
Under 10A
Under 10B
Under 10C
Under 10D
Under11A
Under11B
Under 12A
Under 12B
Open A
Open B
Under 8A
Under 8B
Under 8C
Under 8D
Under 8E
Under 11A
Under 13A

BPS 8 - 0 Delta Park

BPS 3 - 0 Delta Park
BPS 1-1 Rivonia
BPS 0-3 Rivonia
BPS 3-1 Rivonia
BPS 0-0 Rivonia
BPS 2-1 Rivonia
BPS 1-2 Rivonia
BPS 1-4 Rivonia
BPS 2-3 Rivonia
BPS 1-7 Rivonia
BPS 1-2 Rivonia
BPS 4-3 Rivonia
BPS 2-2 Rivonia
BPS 3-1 Rivonia
BPS 4-1 Rivonia
BPS 0-2 Crawford Lonehill
BPS 1-0 Crawford Lonehill
BPS 0-1 Crawford Lonehill
BPS 5-0 Crawford Lonehill
BPS 1-2 Crawford Lonehill
BPS 10-0 French School
BPS 15-0 French School

Bryanston Primary
Bryanston Primary
Draw
Rivonia
Bryanston Primary
Draw
Bryanston Primary
Rivonia
Rivonia
Rivonia
Rivonia
Rivonia
Bryanston Primary
Draw
Bryanston Primary
Bryanston Primary
Crawford Lonehill
Bryanston Primary
Crawford Lonehill
Bryanston Primary
Crawford Lonehill
Bryanston Primary
Bryanston Primary

SPORTS FIXTURES: TERM 2, WEEK 9

DATE
TUESDAY 31 MAY
WEDNESDAY 01 JUNE
THURSDAY 02 JUNE

EVENT
Discovery
Knockout
Rugby
Soccer
Soccer

BPS TEAMS

OPPOSING SCHOOL/TEAM

VENUE

TIME

EDUCATORS

BUS DEPARTS

BUS RETURNS

U13
U12
U11
U11/U13
U9
U7/8

Delta Park
Kings School Linbro Park
Kings School Linbro Park
Boskop
Montrose
Bryandale

Home
Away
Home
Away
Home
Away

14:00
13:30
14:00
13:30
14:00
13:30

Mr Mbatha & Coaches

Mr Maseko & Coaches
Mrs Cawdry & Coaches
Mr Marx & Coaches
Ms Pepperell & Coaches
Ms Emerton & Coaches

13:30
13:30
13:30

16:30/17:00
16:30/17:00
16:30/17:00

SOCCER AND NETBALL TOURNAMENT 2016 ROUND-UP

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