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A day of tortureFREAKY and misery. A day the younger forms wereFRIDAY greeted by year,” said Lemohang Moriana (1L) where the most feared and power- them on their way to class. The entire All in all, it was a really action-packed ful in school are given freedom: too school then attended an assembly day; a day I know other schools much freedom. A day where flowers that showcases the Form Five talent would not experience, which makes it bloom into ferocious creatures; the one last time. During first break, the unique. Freaky Friday is a day that be- despicable are in full force and ready fun starts on the field. They spread all longs to the form fives. It is a day that to unleash their terrible plans onto the sorts of multi-coloured powder paint allows them to let loose ahead of the world. on everyone. It was an amazing day IGCSE exams. It brings them so much Well, at least that’s what the rumours in general. It was actually not as bad joy. It must be really exciting and a re- said. Spread from generation to gen- as most of the form ones thought it lief to know that there is something to eration, these rumours have been would be. look forward to at the end of one of adapted and have pierced through “It’s not as bad as everyone makes it the hardest years of your life. the souls of the innocent young. out to be. I really liked being part of it. Freaky Friday is the last day of school I had tons of blue paint all over me. It ~ Palesa Kgathola (1M) for the form fives. Early in the morning, was amazing and I can’t wait for next the compass end of term, term ALUMNI NEWS three Seabelo Chabo John (‘14) brought to you by the was selected to be a 2017 Global MaP Journalists team of: Health Fellow by the United Nations Morongoa Mosetlhi (editor) Foundation in the U.S.A. The Global Luisa Banchoff (co-editor) Health Fellows are students who are Lefika Dichaba (1J) empowered to directly impact global Ahmed Ali Hussain (1K) health policies of the United Nations Lemohang Moriana (1L) Foundation. Palesa Kgathola (1M) Katlego Paakanyo (U6) Anubhav Awasthi (U6)

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Meleko Mokgosi (‘02) featured in Artnet News for creating one of seven pieces that made the 2017 Expo Chicago Fair unmissable. Described by the article as ‘mesmeriz- ing’, the untitled work of three figures is valued at $30,000. Above Meleko began drawing in primary Meleko Mokgosi school, and continued to nurture his Left: Untitled skills at MaP. He studied art at Williams 2016 College and UCLA, earning BA and Courtesy: MFA degrees. Honor Frazer GLOBAL MARCH FOR ELEPHANT, RHINO AND LION 2017

On the 7th October, MaP’s Wildlife Habitat Service students participated in the Global March for Elephant, Rhi- no and Lion. Organised by the Tlho- komela Botswana Endangered Wild- life Trust, in conjunction with Children in the Wilderness and the Khama Rhi- no Sanctuary, the event was hosted by Ms Thea Khama, Ambassador of the Global March for Elephant, Rhino and Lion 2017. The march began at the National Sta- dium after a safety briefing from radio personality Jazzelle. Participants were led to the Main Mall by the St Joseph’s Marching Band, before returning to their starting point, where Hon. Min- ister Tshekedi Khama (Environment, Natural Resources, Conservation and Tourism) gave a speech about the importance of conservation. In a prize giving ceremony at the end of the event, the MaP team was awarded first prizes for creating the Best Placard and the Best Mask. In a note of thanks, Mr Victor Chivovo (Head of Biology) said, ‘‘A big thank you to everyone who attended the Global March for Elephant, Rhino and Lion 2017. It was a resounding success!’’ Form 1 Open Day When I come to MaP, I want to join the Marimba band. ~ Ismail Thornhill Primary School MaP is a great school, with lots of amazing people. ~ Muhammad Northside Primary School My favourite thing about MaP is that it is unique. All the students I’ve met are very friendly. I can’t wait to start here next year! ~ Yingyu Northside Primary School

I enjoyed my time at MaP and I look forward to being a student here. I enjoyed my time at MaP and I’m ~ Robin glad I came because the school has Broadhurst Primary School lots of connections around the world; I loved the library, the teachers, the it gives students opportunities to go to garden and how friendly people are. top universities. ~ Aaryan ~ Emma Broadhurst Primary School Northside Primary School I hope to get better at acting and While at MaP, I hope to achieve the work towards being a scientist. highest grades possible. ~ Thapelo ~ Abhishek Northside Primary School Westwood International School My day has been very fun and I’m ex- I came to MaP because I heard that cited to start here next year. the teachers are great! ~ Lila ~ Bilaal Northside Primary School Thornhill Primary School SOCIAL MEDIA: THE GOLDEN RULES ‘’We don’t have a choice on whether we do social media; the question is how well we do it.’’ ~ Eric Qualman Dr Lizzie Harrison is a social media expert at The Digital Law Co in Johannesburg, South Africa. She has experience in the fields of Paediatrics, Neuroscience and Psychology. She has also worked on numerous legal cases, and has just complet- ed a book for teenagers on social media use, which was co-written with a colleague. Much of Dr Harrison’s work involves creating social media strategies and policies for schools, and providing training and workshops on social media law, par- ticularly for young people and their caregivers. Children today are spending more as children are desperate for friends, find you. It doesn’t matter what the and more time on social media. It isn’t they will talk to anyone and let any- platform says: if the child has scram- difficult to understand: instant con- one follow them online. This gives the bled their IP address, is on the deep nectivity to their friends all over the creeps too much information and al- web, or is making use of a proxy serv- world; constant access to information lows them access to pictures of your er. The bottom line is that we know and news and a host of wonderful children that we would most certain- some seriously good cyber-detectives apps to play with. However, as with ly prefer them to not have access to! and they will find you. anything fun, there are risks 4. If you wouldn’t say it to associated with it, and it is someone’s face, don’t put it essential that children who online. are engaging with social The screen is a dehuman- media are educated about ising tool. We are all guilty these risks. Below, we have of saying more behind a listed the top 5 rules that we screen than we would ever recommend children to fol- say to someone’s face. Chil- low to avoid trouble online: dren need to be warned 1. Don’t let evidence ex- against this. It is very easy ist of things you may later to be a bully, or take nude come to regret. pictures behind the safety Everything we put on social of the screen, but actual- media is there to stay. It is ly, the stuff they are doing incredibly difficult to prop- on social media is not only erly delete the content we as real as real life, but also put online. Content is down- stands the risk of getting dis- loaded, screenshots are tributed EVERYWHERE and taken, platforms store con- AT ANY TIME tent, things are backed up 5. If you wouldn’t want to the Cloud and devices your mother to see it, don’t (and the content on them) put it online. get stolen every single day. This test works for people Children therefore need to of any age. If you wouldn’t understand that the con- want your mother to see it, tent they are putting on- definitely don’t post it but line today stands a decent ideally, don’t even let the chance of being viewed by picture or the content ex- future varsity admissions officers and Further, these creeps often start to ist in the first place. Digital content is employers. Social media is no longer groom children, by pretending to be dangerous content, so if you wouldn’t just social. It provides you with a digital a similar aged child with similar inter- want your parents / principal / pro- CV. ests, often luring children into sending spective employer etc to see it, then 2. Don’t speak to people that you them pictures and meeting them in don’t create it. don’t know real life. There are serious numbers of creepy 3. Never think you are anonymous ~ Dr Lizzie Harrison people online and creepy people online Originally published in GabsKidsDirec- love to talk to children. Unfortunately, You can never hide. We will always tory, September 2017

MATHS OLYMPIADS Milit Ranjith (2J), Joel Binu (L6K), and Wen Zhang (L6K), participated in the South African Maths Olympiad and placed in the Top 100. Milit, who participated in the Junior Division, ranked at 22 while Joel and Wen, who were in the Senior Division, tied at position 25. The trio entered the three-round competition in March 2017 with 100,000 other students, earning at least 50% to proceed to the second round. Their scores in the second round earned them a place in the Top 100 to write the final paper to determine their ranking. According to their website, ”The South African Mathematics Olympiad is the biggest Olympiad in the country.” It de- velops students’ creative problem-solving skills, which, in the global environment we live in, is becoming an increasingly sought-after skill. Pic (from left): Milit Ranjith (2J), Joel Binu (L6K), and Wen Zhang (L6K) On the 20th September, a group of MaP staff members performed CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT YOUR LOVE in ''Can't Live Without Your Love'', J-House’s winning play from 1st Term’s Interhouse Drama Competitions. Lead actress Ms Bowe played the role of a young mother who has to find true love or die. She falls for a playboy doctor, portrayed by Mr Schmidt, who eventually breaks her heart. Mean- while, her gangly best friend, played by Mr Gaogakwe, does everything he can to show her he’s the one. Directed by Mr Clayton Ndlovu, the play was a fundraising activity in support of the Cancer Association of Bo- tswana (CAB). In addition to donating gate takings from the event, students and teachers assisted in selling CAB merchandise as part of the fundraiser. Cancer Association of Botswana: ''We would like to commend the school for emphasising the role of community service to their students. This forms part of Botswana's past Vision 2016 goal to be a compassionate and car- ing nation.''

ENGLISH OLYMPIADS

MaP's Form 5 and 6 students received certificates in recognition of their participation in the De Beers English Olympiad! Ruby Njonde (L6L) achieved position 42 and Aasiyah Shaikh (5J) achieved position 79. The De Beers English Olympiad is an annual, South African competition, which aims to enrich students through the study of English and encourage critical thinking and creative writing. It draws an estimated 8000 entries each year. CONNECTING COMMUNITIES AND CULTURES This term, the MaP school communi- MaP’s library staff and committee or- ty took part in the 2017 International ganized a wide range of weekly and School Library Month (ISLM), under the daily activities, including on-the-spot theme Connecting Communities and quizzes, displays on different cultures Cultures. According to their website, and movie screenings. the ‘‘ISLM is an opportunity for those in The month long celebration was kick charge of school libraries around the started by a special assembly, where world to choose a day, week or the students and staff members show- entire month of October to celebrate cased their cultural attire. The as- everything great about school librar- sembly featured guest speaker and ies.’’ MaP alumna Ms Itumeleng Botlhoko (‘02), who gave a presentation on this Speed Dating With a Book year’s theme. Ms Itumeleng Botlhoko: ‘‘A library is not just a place where you go to do research or homework. It is a place that records the stories of different people: people who come from fam- ilies like you and me; people who de- cided that it was important to record their perspectives. There are many viewpoints that are propagated through literature and other media found in libraries. These narratives are very important; they shape our lives and economies. When we go to our libraries, we must always remember that the books we come across were written by people just like us. As you Book fair where the MaP community go through life, you must ask yourself, had an opportunity to browse through Ms Itumeleng Botlhoko what do I connect with? Find your the latest publications. Director, Pyramid Perspicacity own identity and leave a legacy.’’

TLAMELO PROJECT DONATION On the 28th September, MaP's Tlamelo Project team donated Pula 5,000 to Thapologo Day Care Centre in Mochudi, rep- resented by Ms Kookoes Van As and Mr George Steinbach. The funds were raised through various activities, such as bake sales, and will be used for Thapologo's 2017 graduation ceremony. ''Our whole Tlamelo Project team enjoyed coming up with and hosting new, creative and successful fundraisers through- out the year. We're excited to have been able to raise this money for them and we hope the kids have a great graduation season.'' ~ Nonofo Moeti (U6) On Tuesday, 21 November, MaP’s Maths Department hosted a competition for Standard Five students. The competition consisted of ten chal- lenges, from basic maths to 3D-puz- zles, problem-solving, orientation skills and even a flight simulator. Nine teams battled to take home the first prize of cinema tickets and MaP bags. In the end, Northside Primary School took the top two places, with Thornhill Pri- mary School taking home the bronze. All participants went home with certificates and a fun time was had by all. Maru-a-Pula would like to thank all the participants as well as Botlhale Pri- mary School, Thornhill Primary School and Northside Primary School for their teachers’ support in making this competition a success. Standard Five ~ Jonathan Laverick Maths Competition Director of AS and A Level Studies

Form Three Film Festival On Saturday, 11th November, the Form Three Film Festival, featuring twelve short films, took place in Mait- isong. Each film was scripted, directed and produced by drama students in Form Three. Production teams and cast members attended the shindig dressed to the nines to showcase their fashion savvy on the red carpet. The films had numerous underlying themes including horror, jealousy, depression, and love. Each film left the crowd wanting more and some received standing ovations. The evening was an enormous success! Special thanks to the Drama Department for organis- ing the event, as well as the MaP community for supporting it! Bokani Dyer Workshops On Thursday, 26 October, MaP students joined alumnus Bokani Dyer (‘02), who is an award-winning pianist, composer and producer, in Maitisong for music workshops. The workshops were led by Musical Director Dan Selsick, and facilitated by Bokani Dyer and the Nu-Tones, a South African-based Jazz band that has performed with artists such as Abdullah Ibrahim. The ensemble shared tips with the participants on music production, writing and performance. They also had the opportunity to practise what they’d learned by playing alongside the band. At the end of the session, the participants were surprised with free tickets (valued at P200 each) to watch the ensemble perform later that evening.

Financial Literacy For Teens On the 24th November, MaP’s Teen sumed today but are used in the fu- Investor’s Club, in conjunction with Fi- ture to create wealth.’’ Investments in- nancial Genesis, hosted the inaugural clude assets such as property, stocks, Financial Literacy for Teens Confer- retirement annuities, bonds, savings ence at MaP. The conference attract- and fixed deposit accounts and unit ed 30 participants from eight schools trusts. Each investment type has ben- including Rainbow High School and efits, drawbacks and risks associat- St Joseph’s Senior Secondary School. ed with it. Choosing an investment Held under the theme Investing Is the depends on your risk appetite (how New Saving, the event aimed to raise much you are willing to lose) and your the next generation of investors in Bo- return (how much you stand to gain). tswana. Information on various financial instru- In today’s global economy, finan- ments is available from investment cial literacy is becoming increasingly companies such as Botswana Insur- important. With the wide range of fi- ance Fund Management (BIFM), Bo- nancial instruments available, it is no tswana Stock Exchange and banks. longer feasible to have just a basic The conference inspired students to knowledge of finance. Jobs are un- be relentless in their pursuit to learn certain: the spirit of entrepreneurship is about investment because there is im- growing. If we are to grow our wealth, mense potential for growth in Botswa- we need a thorough understanding, na’s financial market. Special thanks from a young age, of how investment to the MaP’s Teen Investor’s Club and works. Financial Genesis for organizing this According to Investopedia, ‘’In an eye-opening event. economic sense, an investment is the purchase of goods that are not con- John O’Brien, 1937 - 2017 John O'Brien, who served Maru-a-Pula for 24 years, passed away on 23 Novem- ber 2017. John was 80 years old. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his friends, family, colleagues and students. Mr O'Brien, affectionately known as ''JO'B'', joined MaP as Head of the English Department in 1976. John served as Second Master (or Deputy Principal) under Dean Yates, David Matthews and Malcolm McKenzie. John was instrumental in the launching of MaP’s A-Level programme and he guided hundreds of students towards university places worldwide. John was the founding father of theatre at MaP, staging memorable productions of Antigone, The Royal Hunt of the Sun and The Caucasian Chalk Circle. MaP’s gardens, trees and grounds owe their beauty to John’s gardening skills and devoted steward- ship. In July 2013, John was an honoured guest at the world premier, in Bregenz Austria, of Andre Tchaikovsky's opera, The Merchant of Venice, for which John wrote the libretto. John was asked to take a bow before an audience of over a thousand opera lovers. Earlier this year, this same production was staged at Covent Garden in London. John O'Brien served Maru-a-Pula with great distinction, passion and loyalty. May his soul rest in peace.

Farewell to Ms Akhutleleng Mogami This term, the MaP community bids farewell to part-time music teacher Ms Akhut- leleng Mogami. Ms Mogami is leaving to go and study for her Master’s degree. She joined the school in May 2014, having been recommended to the school by a number of parents and students who she tutored. Describing her MaP experience as wonderful, Ms Mogami used her time on campus to learn as much as possible about her fields of interest. Her favourite things about MaP include the freedom to be herself and the many opportunities available to staff members for their professional development. She hopes to be remembered for her love of music and teaching. Her advice for students who want to pursue careers in music is, ‘‘Music is time: nothing more, nothing less. If you want to succeed, you have to make time for it.’’ In closing, Ms Mogami wants her students and colleagues to know that MaP will continue to be her home and she’ll always be available to lend a helping hand. We wish Ms Mogami the best of luck of her future endeavours. Amnesty International Art Competition In the last weeks of third term, MaPs Amnesty International service hosted its 2nd annual art competition held under the theme Human Rights. Stu- dents submitted original art pieces across various mediums such as film and paint. Each art piece highlighted the importance of knowing and fight- ing for your rights. Numerous submis- sions were received and judged by members of the Amnesty Internation- al SPE, who selected the top three art- works. Congratulations to Ifadha Has- Emmanuel Molefi sen (3K), Osego Pule (1J) and Zaien Liu Congratulations to alumnus Emman- (1K), who won first, second and third uel Molefi (‘16), who was the guest place respectively. speaker at Project Volunteer Botswa- First Place: Ifadha Hassen (3K) na’s 2017 fundraising dinner. Project Volunteer is a UK-based charity that raises money for SOS Botswana. Emmanuel grew up in SOS Children’s Village Serowe and is the current Pres- ident of the villages in Botswana: the spokesperson for children’s concerns. He joined MaP in 2010 as an OVC scholar. After completing his A-Lev- el studies, Emmanuel worked for the school as a Teacher Aide, while await- ing the outcome of university applica- tions. Emmanuel is now enrolled at Kent University, studying Computer Third Place: Zaien Liu (1K) Second Place: Osego Pule (1J) Science. Mma Shamabobo’s Term Three Sports Report MaP Sports lives by one proverb: “If you want to walk fast, walk alone, but if you want to go far, walk together”. This means that at MaP, there is team work, togetherness and the spirit of encouragement. MaP does not believe in “win at all costs”, but inclusive participation, being adventurous, broadening our competition: Private schools League (Inde- pendent Secondary Schools Sports Association – ISSSA), Botswana Integrated Sports Association – BISA and Internationals trips. Below is are some of our achievements both local and international: Girls’ Football For the fourth year running, with help from Mr Tsimako and Levels Sports Company, this team defended its Championship title at ISSSA.

Cricket The youngest U16 MaP team ever, with most players in Form 1 and 2, made history by winning the Interna- tional Pro-10 Cricket Tournament at John McKenzie School in Francistown. This event hosts teams from Zimba- bwe, South Africa and Botswana. The team’s big motivation came from coaches Mr Schmidt, Mr Manyoni and MaPMr Magate; Alumni not forgetting Advise the F6s mother of the team, Mrs Khan Fatima, who dressed our players in beautiful golf- shirts and caps. Basketball 5th Debswana Re Ba Bona Ha Basketball Invitational U14 Tournament Our boys won gold medals. Nilbert Nshoya (3M) and Alexander Jamu (2K) were selected into the All Star Team. BISA Awards This year, BISA hosted the first ever awards at Tlotlo Conference Centre where two of our boys, Lone Busang (3M) and Ahsante Puso (5K), were honoured with Trophies for being the Best Junior and Senior Basketball Players respectively. Mr Dambe and Mr Mothusi played a big role in these boys’ achievements.

Harvard @ MaP Softball MaP Softball teams are now on fire! Ms Ditsele, Mr Onkagetse and Ms Shehla Desai (Mother of the Team) pushed their teams to reach their highest potential. The 2017 Boys ISSSA Champi- onship Trophy is at MaP, while the girls got second position. A special thank you goes to the anonymous donor who keeps our teams looking mag- nificent on the playing field in new kit every year.

Form 1 ISSA & MaP Derby This annual event, which occurs be- tween MaP and ISSA, was successful. Some of the events included: fun games, swimming, athletics, and Kgale Hill climbing! In conclusion, the Sports Department has raised the bar again this year. A special thanks to all who made everything possible.