NORMAN HENSHILWOOD
50th BIRTHDAY EDITION | 1968-2018 HENSHILWOOD
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1968Editor’s - 2018 Pen... ooking back on 2018, I realise what a turbulent year it was at Normies with Lmany changes which faced us. But we at Normies are not afraid of change; rather, we view change as a challenge and an opportunity to reflect. In April 2017 Mr David Millar left to take up his new position as a Director of Education and Mr Jawaad Holland became the Acting Principal. We were very pleased when he became the permanent principal as of January 2019. 2018 was a significant year in the history of our school as we celebrated our 50th birthday with many special events such as a food fair and an alumni evening. It was a tough year as the severe drought placed many restrictions on our activities. We were unable to have our annual interhouse athletics because our fields had become dust-bowls and of course swimming galas were out of the question! However, in true Normies spirit, staff and pupils rallied around and came up with creative ideas to save water and we survived the crisis well. We continued to flourish as an IT school and were part of a pilot project run by the WCED whereby our pupils were given a Chrome-book with their textbooks on. Teachers and pupils were trained by the IT team, very capably led by Mr Zahir Hendricks who is also our new Acting Deputy Principal. It makes us very proud when other institutions approach us to learn about best IT practices. I would like to thank Mike Dallas Design for the superb layout of the yearbook. Thank you also to Fred Barker, our professional photographer who is always so willing to assist us. Thank you also to Paul Dirksen, our photograph ‘guru’ and to Judith Crosswell for her invaluable assistance. As you peruse this yearbook, you cannot but notice what a busy, versatile and happy school Normies is. We are immensely proud of our pupils who are indeed brand ambassadors. May this yearbook provide you with many happy memories.
Ms Renate Wegerhoff 2018 Contents
The History of Norman Henshilwood 2 50th Birthday Celebrations 14 Principal’s Report 26 Principals’s Award 27 SGB’s Report 28 Staff 30 Service and Outreach 34 Pupil Achievements – GET Prizegiving 36 – FET Prizegiving 38 Grade Matters 40 Cultural Reports 52 Sports Reports – Boys 60 – Girls 63 Inter-Schools 68 Triangular Athletics 70 Amazing Race 72 MADD 74 Fashion Show 76 Matric Matters 78
NORMAN HENSHILWOOD Matric Awards 84 HIGH SCHOOL Matric Ball 86 Constantia Main Road, Constantia, Cape Town Matric Results 88 t: 021 797 8043 E: [email protected] www.henshilwoodhigh.co.za
Index |1 The History of Norman Henshilwood School
ur school is named after Mr John Norman Henshilwood, Owho was born in 1896 and died in 1972 at the age of 76.
John Norman Henshilwood was the second of six children, and joined the family firm of Thomas Henshilwood (Pty.) Ltd, where he eventually became the Chairman. His brothers Douglas and Thomas joined him later as Director and Managing Director. “Henshilwood’s” was one of the most prestigious outfitters in ‘old’ Claremont.
John Norman Henshilwood was a member of the Cape School Board from 1943 to 1954, where he served as Chairman from 1950 to 1954. During that time he was instrumental in ‘discovering’ and securing sites for many schools and colleges such as Westerford High, Camps Bay High, Pinelands High, Sans Souci, Hewat College and of course the land on which our school was built.
The school was officially opened as a “Whites-only” school in May 1968. In 1990 the school became multi-racial, in line with the transformation of South Africa from race-based policies and politics to democratic dispensation.
The school has had a total of five principals since 1968: Mr John Pugh (1968 – 1982) Mr Andre Abrahams (1982 – 1993) Mr William ‘Jim’ Slater (1994 – 1998) Ms Lesley Johnson (1999 – 2003) Mr David Millar (2004 – 2017)
The sixth and current principal is Mr Jawaad Holland who was Acting Principal until his permanent appointment from January 2019. May he have a long and successful stay.
2| The History of Normies Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood The History JUDITH CROSSWELL WITH DAVID MILLAR of Norman Those were the days In the seventies, there were only about four hundred pupils and my first classroom was a prefab in the car park. Many of the trees were still small saplings, and when one of the staff backed into one we left an RIP in concrete at Henshilwood the site of its demise.
There was also Youth Preparedness, the precursor to Life Orientation. As there were no YP trained staff, we were School left to our own devices – with some peculiar results: This was also the time when surfing became the ‘in’ thing Music appreciation and our boys always tried to get away with long sun bleached hair. Hair inspections always netted a crop of Classes were held in the room at the side of the stage (the lopped off locks. One boy however told me that he got matrics now use it to store their bags at exam time and away with his long hair by folding it under at the back of hall furniture is stacked there). The class plus homeroom his neck and securing it with hair pins. teacher packed themselves into the space and were beguiled by tape recordings of Beethoven and Chopin etc. This was also the time of bomb scares and we had several The result could be compared to a barrel of monkeys all which thankfully turned out to be hoaxes. The pupils fighting for one banana. rapidly assembled out on the fields, leaving their bags Beauty without Cruelty behind in the classrooms, then senior staff were dispatched to look for the BOMB! How we were to find, let alone I arranged for a film on this topic to be shown in the hall, recognize the device I will never know. One entertained but Mr. Andrew Abrahams and myself spent the time visions of a round black sphere with a long sputtering fuse, sitting on the foyer steps as we could not bear to watch it. or a loudly ticking clock festooned in red and black wires. However we soon realized that the ‘scare’ always occurred Manners in exam or test time, and not linked to political unrest as was the case in other schools. As we had quite a rough crowd in those days we decided to give some hints on how to behave on a dinner date. We acted out a ‘date’ on the stage, where I tried to explain The printing machines using wax stencils were housed in how to do things in a polite way. The kids were delighted what is now the kitchen at the end of the admin block, and laughed the whole way through! I very much doubt and run by David Hicks, one of the Science teachers, who that they took our advice. had a team of boys to help him. Those wax stencils were difficult to type on and mistakes had to be painted over Social Awareness and Current Affairs with pink waxy stuff which dripped everywhere and made your work resemble chicken pox. The machines had to be We invited Mr. Richard van der Os to come and give a talk cleaned frequently – a messy business but nevertheless to the matrics one evening. This was a time of political the system worked very efficiently thanks to good leader- and social upheaval and Mr. van der Os was a prominent ship and an enthusiastic ‘crew’. figure in the struggle for human rights. I phoned him a few days beforehand to tell him how to find the school. When I began my instructions, he very kindly told me that he The beautiful cloth with the school crest, which we use knew where the school was as his family once lived in the to cover the table at prize giving, was embroidered by valley and his father had been a worker in the vineyards. Mr. Hick’s mother. Mr. Hicks was also in charge of sound Needless to say his talk left us with much to think about. and lighting crews for all our plays and concerts. To amuse the school at the end of term, we sometimes had a film show in the hall, but the films were old and the sound bad. My Geography classroom was the room now used for These are just a few memories I have of NHHS in the Technology, and I had a bird’s eye view of boys bunking seventies, a time of change and upheaval in our country, by climbing over the back fence – they never realized that very different from the electronic explosion and social I was the seventies version of CCTV who led to their being changes we face today. caught. Mrs Judith Crosswell
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Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood The History of Normies |9 PAST PRINCIPALS
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JIM SLATER, DAVID MILLAR AND LESLEY JOHNSON
10| The History of Normies – Past Principals Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood The History of Normies – Past Principals |11 OUR current PRINCIPAL’S PAST
Mr Holland at the swimming gala in 2007 At the Matric Ball in 2007 with Mr David Millar
Our new boss in 2019 Matric breakfast at Primi Piatti in 2004 Mr Holland when he heard that his wife was expecting triplets
Mr Holland AFTER Mr Holland before the triplets the triplets
12| The History of Normies – Present Principal Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood SMT Bosberaad in 2007
Grade 10 camp 2004
SMT working at McDonalds in 2004
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Staff fun in 2011
Above and right: Matric Ball 2004
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood The History of Normies – Present Principal |13 BUILDING THE FUTURE - THEN AND NOW
PRESENT DAY NORMIES
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ADMIN WING
14| The History of Normies – Then and Now Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood BUILDING THE FUTURE - THEN AND NOW
1977 - CONSTRUCTION OF THE HALL
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood The History of Normies – Then and Now |15 50th Birthday FOODCelebrations FAIR
16| 50th Birthday Celebrations – Food Fair Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 50th Birthday Celebrations – Food Fair |17 50th Birthday MOVIECelebrations NIGHT
18| 50th Birthday Celebrations – Movie Night Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 50th Birthday Celebrations – Movie Night |19 50th Birthday DRESS-UPCelebrations DAY
20| 50th Birthday Celebrations – Dress-up Day Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 50th Birthday Celebrations – Dress-up Day |21 50th Birthday ALUMNICelebrations
22| 50th Birthday Celebrations – Alumni Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 50th Birthday Celebrations – Alumni |23 50th Birthday DRUMMINGCelebrations WORKSHOP
24| 50th Birthday Celebrations – Drumming Workshop Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood YOUNGSTA CONCERT
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 50th Birthday Celebrations – Youngsta Concert |25 Principal’s Report
2018t has been both an honour and a privilege for me Ito lead the school in it's 50th year. I cannot believe I have been here for 20 years! After all this time, I feel even more passionate and more committed to taking Normies to the next level of excellence, one which encompasses transformation, inclusivity, world class facilities and a team of committed and dedicated staff. Our 50th birthday celebrations were phenomenal. Our PTA, Wellness team, SGB, and Learner Council pulled out all the stops to ensure that we celebrated in style. From the Open-Air movie night, to the International food fair, to the week-long celebrations with the learners. And who can forget about the Alumni evening, where past learners joined us for some reminiscing and laughter. I was enthralled to be in the company of some "young men and women" who attended Normies in 1968, the birth of Norman Henshilwood. I was truly humbled. That evening gave rise to a new and exciting era where past pupils committed to be part of the Normies Alumni, an ongoing project that I am very excited about. On a personal note, I would like to thank everyone for supporting me as the Acting Principal. As I take on the official role of Principal on 1 January 2019, I am bursting with pride to be leading a school with such a rich history and honourable stature. Normies 50...... NOT OUT!!! Mr Jawaad Holland | Proud Principal
26| Principal’s Report Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Principal’s Award 2018
Matric Grade 11 hen I thought about a Principal’s he Principal’s Award is awarded to WAward, I asked myself the Ta person who has really made use question: what am I looking for? of every opportunity given at Norman We have so many outstanding learners Henshilwood. who are worthy of so many awards. A well balanced learner, who epitomizes This year the Principal’s Award goes what Normies strives to uphold. to a learner whose excellence is borne He/she is respectful, respected and a out of his passion and determination true leader. He/she shows immense to succeed. Never before have I met a potential and I am in awe of his/her learner with so much self-determination, amazing talents. He commands respect self-respect and a strong work ethic. in his dealings as a leader and I am When I look at him, I burst with pride, looking forward to hearing about his proud to know that I have somehow successes in the near future. played a part in his success story, but He is a gentleman of note and his humble enough to realise that HE is his impeccable manners make him one of own success story. He is a hardworking the most well liked learners amongst his young man who strives for excellence peers and teachers. and goes out there and makes it happen. I see involvement, I see commitment I am looking forward to reading about in every aspect of school life and that’s him one day when he scoops all the what you want as a principal. He is accolades in whatever field he chooses. already investing in his life. Everything That day is going to come and that’s a exacts a price in life and you have to fact! His integrity and maturity go way decide whether the price is worth the beyond his years. prize. In your case I have no doubt that He embodies the motto of our school it will. perfectly: Knowledge and Integrity. He is one of Normies’ most valuable A leader is one who knows the way, assets. He is testament to everything goes the way and shows the way. This good about being a young man at perfectly describes this fine young Normies in particular and South Africa in gentleman. general. This year the Principal’s Award goes to The recipient of the Principal’s Award Mpoyi Luboya …. for 2018 is Tristan Hermanus. Mr Jawaad Holland Mr Jawaad Holland
MPOYI LUBOYA
TRISTAN HERMANUS
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Principal’s Award |27 SchoolReports Governing Body (SGB) t was an honour to serve on the SGB during the year The following future projects were identified and are Ithat the school celebrated its 50th Anniversary. It was underway: an exciting year with all the anniversary celebrations. • Upgrade the library into a state of the art media Norman Henshilwood is a school of excellence and the SGB centre continues to work hard to support the vision of the school, • Upgrade the IT infrastructure (telephone lines, wifi, which is to foster academic excellence and develop social computers, projectors) and extra-curricular growth, which challenges learners • Upgrade school’s website and educators to realize their full potential in a secure and caring environment. • Upgrade and repairs to the tuckshop and sports change rooms As an SGB, we approved an international Academic Tour to Italy for June 2019, where our learners will be going • Upgrade and repair the swimming pool to Milan, Venice, Verona, Pisa, Florence and Rome for 13 • Upgrade and repair classrooms in the David J. Millar days. This is going to be such an incredible and enriching Campus and the rest of the school experience for our learners and the teachers who will On behalf of the school Governing Body, I would like to take accompany them. this opportunity to thank our parents for their support and The following projects were approved by the SGB: contributions during the year. Thank you to the Principal, • Installed CCTV cameras to ensure the safety and Educators, Finance team, Administrative staff, Counsellors security of the school, staff and learners and Ground Staff for their hard work and dedication as we work together to provide the best education for our • Maintenance and repairs to buildings, windows, learners and to ensure that the school is equipped to meet doors and the roof the demands placed on it. • Due to the drought, boreholes and JOJO tanks were I am looking forward to a successful 2019. installed • Met with the staff, facilitated and finalized all the Mrs Gwen Lakay | Chairperson staff contracts • Approved a fund for SGB staff in respect of “protection for loss of income”
SCHOOL MANAGEMENT TEAM INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION (SMT) TEAM TECHNOLOGY (ICT) TEAM
28| Reports Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood School Governing Body (SGB) PTA Counselling Matters joined the PTA in February of this year, with the sole was a very eventful year for the counselling I intent of making a valuable contribution towards the 2018 department. growth of the NHHS brand, and as a form of gratitude The year started off with the initiation of our annual for the role the school has played in my children’s Anti-Bullying campaign where we saw an inspiring development. collaboration between the learner council, teachers and I had never been part of a Parent Teacher Association counselling department introduce a multitude of custom before, and stepped into it with more anxiety than painted slogans during a special assembly. These paintings excitement. These sentiments quickly changed with the are mounted in each homeroom venue. The purpose planning of our first fund raising event – our first (and now of the paintings is to create awareness and to amplify annual) Open Air Movie Night. the department’s goal of getting learners to become Under the leadership of our then chairman, Mr Mugjenker, responsible bystanders and to report what they see and together with the School Council, we hit the ground immediately. running and within weeks, put together a very memorable The second major campaign related to Anti-Substance use. evening. We had overwhelming support from the NHHS This year’s campaign revolved around psycho-educating families and it saw both young and old enjoying a great learners about the implications of the Law and School Code classic (Grease) together. Our first event was a huge of Conduct. The campaign also addressed the emergence success! of new bad habits that were surfacing in various Western Term 2 saw us welcoming our new chairman, Mr Amos, Cape high schools. These bad habits particularly relate to with our attention and plans focused on the NHHS 50th Lean (Codeine based cough syrup mixed with a soft drink) Birthday Celebrations. Founder’s Week formed a great and Xans (a highly addictive drug that is only prescribed to platform for the establishment of an NHHS Alumni, and those with diagnosed psychological challenges). the introduction of the NHHS branded merchandise. We continue to facilitate our Drug Testing programme Our last event was held towards the end of term 3, the 50th at the school which is done in conjunction with Second Birthday Food Fair. Once again, we had a well-supported Chance. We are passionate in ensuring our Campus is a and successful event. A great time was had by all – food, drug and alcohol free zone so that our learners can feel fun and entertainment for the whole family! safe when they come to school. To this end we also support disciplinary processes when it involves substance abuse. Moving forward, the PTA has plans in place for a Legacy Project. We would like to upgrade the existing library to a It is a paramount principle of the Counselling Department modern media centre. With this goal in mind, we’ll continue to address community issues as effectively as possible. to give our best efforts as a PTA towards the betterment Hence, between campaigns, the counselling department and growth of Norman Henshilwood High. took over several Grade Periods and assemblies in order to address other topics such as anxiety, depression and We cannot do this without the NHHS family’s continued suicide, and sexual appropriateness. support of our future events. Counselling continues to be a very effective tool to assist We look forward to continue being of service to the our learners, parents, and educators. We rely on the NHHS community in 2019. support of Management as well as our parents. We would Mrs T. Hendricks | PTA Secretary like to take this opportunity to thank our parents who are willing to work with us in order to help their children and effect change. Mr Rohan Wickramasinghe | SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Rohan Wickramasinghe and Cathy Mc Evoy
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Reports |29 D. AFRICA A. ALLKIN Staff
A. AURET T. BARNES A. CAMPHER
G. DANIELS G. DAVIDS K.DODGEN
L. EDWARDS R. FALKEN C. FEBRUARY
T. FINLAY I. GABIER O. GROENEWALD
V. HEUVEL J. HOLLAND M.KARRIEM
30| Staff Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood TEACHING STAFF
J. LOUW I. MAJIET Y. MILLER
W. PAULSEN I. PHILANDER F. RICH
T. ROSSOUW B. SEPTEMBER C.G. SCHOLTZ.
T.N. VALENTYN W. VAN DER MERWE
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Staff |31 Staff Awards
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MANDELAOutreach DAY
34| Service and Outreach Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood PARKLANDS
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Service and Outreach |35 (GRADES 8 & 9) Pupil GET PRIZEGIVING
AchievementsGRADE 8
1 | THAAQIB 2 | SHAYNA 3 | FARZEEN EVANS BASSON AHMED GRADE 9
1 | DEANDRA 2 | ALYSSA 3 | JONELLE RIDDLES GRANDY LEONARD
36| Pupil Achievements – Grades 8-9 Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood GET PRIZEGIVING
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Pupil Achievements – Grades 8-9 |37 FET PRIZEGIVING (GRADES 10 & 11)
GRADE 10
1 | MICHAELA 2 | AMMAARAH 3 | ZAMEERA ADAMS ISAACS ADAM GRADE 11
1 | TRISTAN 2 | AQEELAH 3 | GABRIELLA HERMANUS BENJAMIN LATEGAN
38| Pupil Achievements – Grades 10-11 Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Pupil Achievements – Grades 10-11 |39 GRADEGrade 8 Matters Report t the end of 2017 I was greeted by 200 plus smiling, of NHHS. We had girls and boys performing excellently Aapprehensive but excited faces at the Grade 8 plenary on the sports fields and especially noteworthy is the in November. Come the beginning of 2018, it was quite exceptional talent of Melissa Savage, as well as Yusha evident that this group of learners was already making a Khan over the athletics season, both setting new records in positive impact, going about their day, greeting staff and multiple disciplines. These are but two of the learners who peers alike. Their manners were a hit amongst the staff. graced the stage during assembly and awards evenings. The new Grade 8 learners were expertly guided through The excellent academic results term after term with all 216 their orientation week by the School Council and their first learners passing into Grade 9 fills me with such hope for week at school had them buzzing with anticipation for the what the next four years hold. I took it upon myself to set blazer ceremony. This proved to be a real highlight where a theme for the year “Think, Strive, Achieve”. The Grade 8s they were officially inducted into the school and in turn have surpassed all of my expectations. It is my pleasure to became part of the Normies family. Mamali Busika and mother this grade. Yes, challenging at times, but thanks to Thaaqib Evans delivered speeches that were received with the dream team of Grade 8 homeroom teachers I felt truly warm applause and melted our hearts. supported in caring for this group. As a ‘first-time’ grade head, I was anxious about what A big thank you to Lynda Wakelin, Wikus van der Merwe, to expect, but to say I was blessed with the best was an Brandon September, Gersham Davids, Lauren Mathyse understatement. The positive feedback from the learners and Chiara Schiava without whom none of this would in older grades and the educators of these Grade 8s made have been possible. A special mention must be made to my job that much more enjoyable and at times I would just the counselling department for all the guidance, support stand back, beaming with pride. Embracing opportunities and TLC they have shown these learners. Their work is the in and outside the classroom, engaged grade periods, backbone of so much growth and development. classroom festivities with the odd class party. Dance I am eagerly looking forward to the year ahead and all battles, civvies days and so much more to mention - 2018 that 2019 will have in store. I know this grade has set the was full of fun. perfect foundation for a lasting legacy and I believe they This is a group of pleasant, lively, positive and endlessly have a bright future. mischievous but kind teens. They have had one another’s backs from day one. They were quick to embrace the ethos Ms Tracey Barnes BLAZER EVENING
40| Grade 8 Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood BLAZER INDUCTION CEREMONY he induction ceremony was held on TThursday, 17 January to officially welcome the new Grade 8s into the Normies family. It was a lovely evening, setting the scene for a moving ceremony where the parents handed over the blazer to their children to wear for the first time. Most parents were seen to wipe away a tear or two! Mamali Busika and Thaaqib Evans, who represented the Grade 8s, gave the audience an eyewitness account of their experiences of their first 10 days at Norman Henshilwood. What poise and confidence – this can only bode well for the future. May all the Grade 8s of 2018 wear their blazers with pride until they matriculate in 2022. Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Grade 8 |41 8 A
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Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Grade 8 |43 GRADE 9 Report his year, much of my much-needed inspiration was developments in the year across the spectrum ranging Tdrawn from the excerpt “On Children” from Kahlil from unpleasant to awe-inspiring. As the Grade Head, Gibran’s classical book, “The Prophet” which I have there were learners who made me inflate with pride included directly below this paragraph. but there were also those who deflated me with disappointment. All in all, the year left all of us with the benefits of having Kahlil Gibran On Children | experienced a real, sometimes painful and rewarding, but Your children are not your children. meaningful transition. They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for In my first message to parents during mid-January just itself. before the start of the school year, I emphasised that the They come through you but not from you, emphasis would fall on making sound decisions around subject choices and that the greater the effort put in by And though they are with you yet they belong not to their children with their school work the easier it would be you. for them to select suitable subjects leading to a course of You may give them your love but not your thoughts, tertiary study which would qualify them for their chosen For they have their own thoughts. careers. They were expected to give nothing less than You may house their bodies but not their souls, their very best in every subject, particularly Mathematics, so that they could select subjects out of choice and not For their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, out of fear. which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams. The other emphasis, of equal importance, was to urge all You may strive to be like them, parents and learners to make a conscious effort to uphold but seek not to make them like you. the pride and dignity of Norman Henshilwood High and For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday. to project our school to the public as an incubator of You are the bows from which your children excellence and to entrench our motto, “knowledge and integrity” as a way of life. as living arrows are sent forth. This proved to be the greatest challenge of the year since The archer sees the mark upon the path of the infinite, despite the multitude of good role-models surrounding and He bends you with His might them, some of our learners insisted on behaving contrary that His arrows may go swift and far. to what we expect from our learners. Let your bending in the archer’s hand be for gladness; It took a herculean effort from all positive role-players at For even as He loves the arrow that flies, our school to “panelbeat” these learners into shape this year. With all of the challenges facing our country and so He loves also the bow that is stable. more directly our families, we need to produce highly educated young citizens who are dedicated to excellence As parents or educators in our role as school parents and integrity. (in loco parentis), we all look at the Grade 9 year of our We had our fair share of detentions, internal hearings, children with great apprehension, even dread. We tend governing body hearings, suspensions and the saddest to forget that this difficult, rebellious and sometimes of all, a few expulsions. It was a very gruelling year for impossible cohort of learners are only going through the learners, teachers and parents. tough rites of passage which we all had to endure when However we cannot overshadow the many learners who we, ourselves were teens. We survived it, scars and all and produced outstanding results, participated in extra-murals so did they by the end of 2018. at a level of excellence and raised the self-esteem and self- As I pause to reflect on 2018, I am most struck by the belief of many of their peers by becoming the best version writer’s image of parents and educators as the “bows” of themselves. They are currently already young ladies and and our children as the “living arrows” which we have to gentlemen of the highest calibre and I applaud them and direct and propel into the future. We depend on the power hope that their numbers will grow in 2019. of hope and faith that we have done everything possible to assist them towards the brightest possible future. B. Ellman | Grade Head Our Grade 9 learners started 2018 as the second-youngest grade, which meant that they were no longer babies but third in line to seniority. We had a mixed bag of
44| Grade 9 Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 9 A
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9 F 46| Grade 9 Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood GRADE 10 Report was a year that was marked by challenges, Rushin Daniels and Danyaal Kamish also made the 2018 victory and personal growth for our Gr 10s. Henshilwood family proud when they were chosen to And in the process I have seen how many of them have represent South Africa at under 18 level in Pool and Ice blossomed and matured into young men and women. Hockey respectively. Special mention must also be made For the first time they were allowed to choose their own of Kian Africa (baseball) and Lauren and Lara Du Plessis subjects and they were able to excel academically. It was, (Artistic Gymnastics) who kept the Henshilwood flag flying therefore, not unusual to see our top twenty five achievers high in their respective Western Province teams. all scoring A- aggregates in the final exams. The desire to Yes, our Gr 10s are talented and I am looking forward to achieve academically was also embraced by many of our nurturing and guiding them for the next two years until Grade 10s and many of them reached personal milestones the end of matric. throughout the year. Mr Anwaar Adams
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KIAN AFRICA RUSHIN DANIELS LARA DU PLESSIS LAUREN DU PLESSIS DAANYAL KAMISH WP Baseball SA U18 POOL TEAM WP Artistic WP Artistic SA U18 Ice Hockey Gymnastics Gymnastics GRADE 11 Report hat a year! Knowing that this would be my last were held and every class was very competitive to see who Wyear as a Grade Head, every event was more could raise the most money. memorable and exciting. Our weekend camp was most probably the highlight of Credit must be given to Mrs Cheng and Mr Stoltz who were the year. It was the ideal camp with bungalows instead pivotal in their roles as Assistant Grade Heads. Recognition of tents and a swimming pool to boot. Learners were must also be given to the following homeroom teachers swimming late into the night, bonding and having loads of for their pastoral and administrative care: Mrs Gabier, fun and of course not much sleep was had! Mrs Poole, Mr Stoltz, Mrs Rossouw, Ms Philander and To have led the Grade 11s for four years was truly a Mr September. wonderful experience. My motto of “respect at all times” Traditionally the Grade 11 year is a fundraising year for was always shown towards me and I am very proud to their Matric Ball. It is therefore packed with many exciting have called them “my grade”. They have also shown that events to plan and attend. The fundraising committee they will make their mark in Grade 12. did a sterling job to organize these events such as the Thank you, Grade 11s, for your support. Thank you for your Valentine’s Day Masquerade Ball that proved to be a major commitment and enthusiasm and thank you for making success and then the movie night in the hall, which was me proud to lead you. a first of its kind – again showing that the Grade 11s were committed to making their year a success. Many cake sales Mrs Marianne Pienaar
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was a new journey 2018 for the band. We lost many of our senior band members and had to rebuild by finding capable musicians. Fortunately new members came forward and we were able to build a new foundation. We had a shaky start trying to find a “musical” common ground. Eventually the band settled into a routine and was able to put on some fantastic performances. The annual MADD show ran without a glitch. The singers, their first public appearance, were very impressive. The band played songs from the Jackson 5, Chubby Checker and Queen to name a few. We also had an exciting and enjoyable experience at the food fair. The band played to learners, parents and visitors at the food fair. We also collaborated with and featured ex-learners as guest artists. It was an amazing evening. BAND We hope to achieve greater success in 2019. Mr Rodrick Connolly
CHESS - a-TEAM CHESS
52| Cultural Reports Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Choir he choir, which is now known Tas the “Treble Kids”, had a spectacular year of growth, confidence boosting and team building. The Treble Kids took part in the remarkable MADD evening during the third term, where the members had the opportunity to showcase their voices with a mashup of top hits throughout the past 5 years. The group grew by 3 more members who have played a big role so far. We aim to grow the group in the new year and provide a platform where the learners can tap into their CHOIR talent. We wish to create a culture of performance and involvement which will build recognition and most importantly, allowing learners to have fun. Ms Olivia Groenewald Dance ith each year that goes by, it is Wsafe to say that our Normies’ dancers are growing exponentially. It is wonderful to see the same dancers come back to continue their development in the studio and wow! they have exceeded my expectations. I am so proud of their dedication and continuous support throughout the year. This year has been the best one yet! CHRISTIAN UNION MADD kept us very busy during the year but we managed to squeeze in our annual visit to Parklands Primary for Mandela Day. Six of our dancers taught gumboot dancing to 100 nine- year olds and this was a very grounding experience. Next year promises to be another busy and exciting year with our MADD preparation as well as something new, a performance at an established theatre. Keep a look- out, this is not to be missed! Rest well, my lovely dancers…next year we dance hard or not at all! Ms Natasha Rhoda
DANCE
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Cultural Reports |53 Drama his year saw a tremendous influx Tof new blood in the form of our talented Grade 8s. Their strong vocality and physical characterization made them a crowd favourite at the School Shakespeare Festival in May. The Drama club chose to perform the tragedy of “Macbeth” this year, and with so many performers to choose from, we decided to double the role of the witches (from three performers to six). This was met with great enthusiasm and this, along with our innovative costume design, gave our performance an edge over the other schools who competed. DRAMA Our learners were commended on their professionalism and delivery of the admittedly challenging text. Declan Europa-Quantoi and Samuel Julies were outstanding as Macbeth and his best friend Banquo, and our choice to cast Zeta Burger as a female warrior MacDuff made Normies the favourite of the evening. Next year we look forward to returning to Shakespeare’s comedies as we embark on our performance of “Much Ado about Nothing”. Ms Jana Botha
DEBATING
FIRST AID
54| Cultural Reports Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood ECO-ACTION CLUB Eco Action Club he Eco–Action Club (previously Other activities included: TREE PLANTING to COMMEMORATE known as Project 90) evolved Arbour Week: 18 September 2018 T YOUTH DAY at PRINCESS VLEI: this year with activities and embarked • Eco Action club learners in 16 June 2018 – CLEAN UP at on projects for the environmental partnership with CTEET were PRINCESS VLEI in conjunction future of our school. planting trees to commemorate with CTEET and Princess Vlei Forum. • We started off with a water- Arbour Week in September. saving plan drawn up by the • Litter was picked up while A 30-minute lesson was school in an attempt to save enjoying a guided walk and conducted by one of CTEET water during the Western we planted fynbos. educators on the importance Cape’s drought period. Learners • A brief history was given by of trees and what significance put up water- saving posters Khoisan members to educate trees have in our environment. around the school and inside learners on the history of the FALSE BAY NATURE RESERVE toilets of staff and learners. Princess Vlei and how it links BIRDATHON at ZEEKOEIVLEI : Further advocacy was done in up with the other vleis in the 20 October 2018 assembly to inform our learners Southern suburbs. about the water crisis in the • Learners took part in a 6km Western Cape. BEACH CLEAN-UP: SUNRISE CIRCLE fun walk along the Zeekoeivlei Reserve and encountered • We also started to paint bins BEACH : 15 September 2018 some bird species. There were to indicate where various Hosted by CTEET and partners where exhibition and stalls with recyclables needed to be 15 Norman Henshilwood learners information sharing sessions. put into, i.e. Red – Styrofoam; and a parent assisted in cleaning up Blue – cans; Yellow – plastic; Sunrise Circle beach, Muizenberg to Mrs Vanessa Heuvel Green – white paper. commemorate WORLD Clean-up Day.
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Cultural Reports |55 Library ollowing the technological F advances in teaching, learning and the needs of our learners, the school library administration is proud to confirm the transformation of the venue. The proposal for a multifunctional Media Centre has been approved by the school leadership team and the governing body. The implementation of the upgrade is in line with the school’s 2023 vision. Our media centre will spearhead the drive to upgrade and improve amenities for teaching and learning on the NHHS campus. Developing, INTERACT extending research and teaching methodology through technology is a priority. The new environment will Interact appeal to and inspire our teenagers, and our goal is to enhance productivity t has been an eventful and drives.Thank you to the committee in the entire school community. productive year for the Interact I of 2017/2018 for making everything The media centre will offer Society with various different events come together and last but not least information and computer literacy and visits with the aim of uplifting the to Ms. Nefdt for the continuous love, workshops as part of its programme. community. dedication, guidance and support that Learners and staff will be encouraged The year 2018 started out with the she has shown us over the past year. to participate and create a wide annual sleepover where Interactors To Feryal Jacobs and the committee range of multi-media resources using had the opportunity to create new of 2018/2019: all the best with the road the facilities available. Mr Dirksen, bonds or strengthen old ones. A that lies ahead. May Interact continue who recently graduated with a BA workshop was held where we learnt to grow and prosper under your in Information Science, will facilitate valuable leadership and service skills. leadership. I have full faith that you and manage the NHHS Media Centre Interact took part in and assisted at will continue to uplift the community! with collaboration from teaching and events held by Wynberg Rotaract, IT staff. such as healthdays and Uncle Paul’s Christmas parties and also held a few Mr Paul Dirksen events such as selling cupcakes for Cuppa for Cancer, hosting a Christmas party for under-privileged children, visiting the Turfhall Cheshire home, which is a residence for severely disabled adults, where we helped out with a market day. We also kept the residents company and visited a second time where we served cake and tea. Toiletries collected during the toiletry drive were also handed out to the residents. We also helped out at a beach clean-up at Sunrise beach held by Steenberg Rotaract and held waffle sales and cake sales throughout the year in order to raise funds for events. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Interactors as well as the school for always being willing to support and contribute to events and LIBRARIANS
56| Cultural Reports Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood MSA he MSA learners successfully Trelaunched themselves in 2018 as a society to be reckoned with. The MSA drew learners of exceptional caliber like Nuhaa Martin, Yasmin Mohamed, Shakier Coenraad and many more. The aforementioned learners led the MSA admirably throughout the year in the capacity of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary in that order. The MSA kicked off in Term 1 with a very successful cake sale in order to raise funds to get their Iftaar Evening plans on the road. In term 2 a carefully planned Iftaar Evening was hosted on the first MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION Saturday in the Month of Ramadaan. This event was nothing short of a resounding success. It enjoyed The MSA will continue to encourage the support of the entire Normies learners of all denominations to get community of both Christian and involved and is looking forward to an Muslim faith alike. This is a testimony amazing 2019. We hope to see you to the mission and vision of the society there ! which aims to increase understanding and involvement of the Islamic faith Ms Ghairoeniesa Jattiem to everyone. A huge thank you to EVERYONE who was involved. Throughout the year learners also attended other MSA events and Muslim faith gatherings like dhikr and dawah talks to build camaraderie. We are hoping to build on these relationships and connections to forge a stronger bond in our community in 2019.
PROJECT SHINE
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Cultural Reports |57 School Council was another momen- 2018 tous year that allowed the Henshilwood School Council to grow to new, successful heights. RCL and MCL of 2018/2019 were fiery, driven, outspoken and eager to take things to new heights with their own twist on traditions. It was a privilege once again to serve as the teacher liaison and be able to work with such fine examples of Henshilwood learners. They were an energetic group of learners whose hardworking-won’t-quit attitude saw them rise to every challenge and every occasion with grace and maturity. It was clear to see from the get-go at the PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB camp in 2017 that learner leadership is very much alive at Normies. Reuben Burger, Head of School, set the tone by staying calm in tough situations, leading from the back and working with every member. After the camp, energy was at an all-time high with clear planning and objectives to be met throughout 2018. It was clear to the school that each pillar was going to make waves, encourage involvement and monitor discipline. Weekly Monday meetings had the executive setting the tone and raising the bar. Tatum Mentor was a dedicated deputy, supporting the school on the athletics field as well as academically. Mikayla Beelders was a firm disciplinarian, always dressing the part and raising her concerns with maturity and mature SCHOOL COUNCIL discussion. Our golden boy, Azhar Lalla, broke records with his running been a whirlwind of events, leader- talent and self-development journey ship development opportunities, while serving as head of the Extra- and fun filled afternoons of duties, mural. Mpoyi Loboya epitomizes vote counting, dynamic debates what it means to be a Henshilwood and planning sessions to rival any male role model as head of Academic boardroom. It would be remiss of Pillar. me not to mention the power-house Events such as Spelling Bee, that was “Deception”, School Council combining pillars in the Amazing Fashion Show 2018. Words fail me Race event and Minute-to-win-it: the to describe the vibe, energy and Academic Pillar did it all and more in memorable experience this event 2018. Luke Mosie selflessly served as stirred up. Late nights of rehearsal head of our Service Pillar. The amount and holidays sacrificed to create more of charitable outreach was inspiring than just two nights of entertainment: from our Mandela day initiatives to it was beyond my wildest dreams. It awareness campaigns. was everything. School Council relationship building I cannot wait to see what School and memory-making are part of Council 2018/2019 has in store as BIG Normies’ Pride. The past year has shoes have to be filled! SCHOOL COUNCIL EXECUTIVE MEMBERS Ms Tracey Barnes 58| Cultural Reports Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood SOUND CREW Sound Crew ound crew members are responsi- interested in pursuing this as a career Sble for all assemblies, productions path after school. and outdoor audio-visual festivities on The fashion show, music arts dance our school campus. Due to the tech- and drama evenings (MADD) are two nical expertise required all members of the annual highlights that involve have to undergo practical training ses- the entire sound crew in all aspects of sion in sound, lighting and computer production. applications before being assigned to The senior members of our team teams. Aqeelah Benjamin, Nathanael Stanley The variety of school events makes under the leadership of Mr. Dirksen demands that members are available aim to expand the capabilities of the after school hours. With the access sound room. Our goal is to establish to and the upgrade of expensive a studio where DJ, video production production equipment comes a need technologies and software support, for responsibility and self-discipline. and teach learners who are interested The pressure to assist and produce in the media and entertainment a high standard to all presentations industry. is not for the faint hearted, but rewarding to learners who are Mr Paul Dirksen
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Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Cultural Reports |59 BOYS’Sports Reports SPORTS
Basketball he basketball team did an Texcellent job throughout the season having played friendlies and participated in the league. Their commitment and dedication to improve their skills is commendable and special mention must be made of the coach, Chestlyn, who was the driving force behind the team.
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Cricket nfortunately, due to the drought Uwhich negatively affected our cricket, we were unable to play any matches this year. We hope to pick up in the new year with the learners putting in the effort to attend training sessions.
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60| Sports Reports – Boys Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Rugby ue to the drought and poor Dfield conditions, the rugby season was marred by cancelled matches and practices. However, opportunities were granted to the learners. Three matches were played, and tremendous spirit and courage was shown. The results on the field were disappointing. However, lessons were learnt and adversity overcome; all signs pointing to a positive season as we build on this year. RUGBY U16
RUGBY U19 Soccer orman Henshilwood High N hosted an internal 5-a-side soccer league in 2018. This saw a junior and senior league being formed as an alternative due to the drought which forced us to postpone our soccer. The leagues were played in the second term with Datsim FC winning the senior league and Rainbow Nation winning the junior league. The commitment of the learners to play all fixtures was tremendous and we hope to repeat this in 2019.
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62| Sports Reports – Boys Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood GIRLS’ SPORTS Basketball y experience in basketball was Mminimal… 2018 clearly had a lot in store for me…to say the least! Getting to know the game, coach and the girls was actually really interesting. During the first practice, our team was joking around and not taking things seriously but after a while our coach, Chestlyn, made the learners run around the court which made BASKETBALL everyone feel the seriousness of the game. Soon the players got used to each other and worked as a team. Even if we lost matches, there would always be a smile on ALL our faces. When we played against Settlers High School, we were a little intimidated at first but it turned out to be our most enjoyable game of all. “Come on girls! You can do this!!” has become my new favourite saying to the ladies because they have proven themselves weekly to be growing, not only as individual players, but as a team as well. A HUGE thanks to coach Chestlyn for making our year an exciting one! Ms Angela Campher hockey Netball
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his year was a year full of chal- Tlenges, hard work, excitement and surprises for the netball teams. The three teams trained together and played on the same days and so we always had a cheering squad ready, together with Mr and Mrs Gideon and Mrs Miller (They came to every game!). This contributed to the feel- ing of being a family. All the teams had a successful season. The coaches and players worked hard at training sessions, and this was evident on the court. The U19 team was almost unbeaten in the league games, losing only one game. The U16 and U14 teams were unbeaten, and progressed to the semi-finals of the NETBALL U16A Cape Town High Schools’ tournament. The U16s unfortunately fell out during this round, but the U14s won and progressed to the final round. They won the tournament, walking away as the winners of their league! This means that all of Normies’ netball teams will be playing in a higher league next year. Exciting times lie ahead for these teams with new challenges. Thank you to everyone, coaches, players, colleagues and parents, for making training sessions and matches something to look forward to, and for all the laughter, excitement and support. Best of luck for next year! Mrs Ruth Primo, Ms Michelle Cooper and Ms Ammara Adams NETBALL U19A
64| Sports Reports – Girls Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Touch Rugby his year was a very exciting year SOFTBALL Tfor the touch-rugby team. We started 2018 with enough players to field two teams! With an array of players to choose from, the team grew from strength to strength, both on and off the field. We finished term 1 under the leadership of Captain Taylor Fernandez, having achieved third position in the Century City Tournament, as well as the WP League. We said goodbye to six matrics who have been invaluable to our team. Seven of our players were chosen for their respective WP teams, adding great value to the team. These players improved so much during the year! We ended the year on a high note when we, under the captaincy of Jenna Stuurman, once again achieved third position, this time in the WP TENNIS Fundraiser Tournament. There were disappointments during the year, but the passion and commitment that the players and coaches displayed, is what makes this team so special, whether we win or lose. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the team this year. I wish you the best of luck for the future. Ms Michelle Cooper
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ATHLETICS - SENIOR CHESS A-TEAM Chess orman Henshilwood High had Nthree teams in the league. At the start of the year we had the A team in the C-league, the B and C team both in the D-league. By the end of the year, our A-team was in the B- league. The B-team finished the year in the C-league, winning the D-league in first term. This has been quite a successful year for all our teams and we can only hope to build on our success next year. Mr Wikus van der Merwe CHESS
66| Sport – General Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Cross-Country his year was a very exciting year Tfor our Cross-Country team. We started 2018 with enough runners to CROSS COUNTRY field a large team of over 40 athletes. The team went from strength to strength, growing stronger each race, on and off the field. We had quite a number of athletes who competed and were placed within the top 10 bracket in the league races. We finished term 2 under the leadership of Michael Francis and Jenna Stuurman, having achieved fifth position as a school in the Southern and Table Bay Zone. We said goodbye to three matrics who have been invaluable to the team. Seven of our runners were chosen to compete in the Western Province Trials, adding great value to the team. These players improved so much during the year! We ended the year on a high note SWIMMING - SQUAD when we once again maintained fifth position until the end of the season. There were disappointments during the year, but the passion and commitment that the athletes and coaches displayed, is what made this team so special. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the team this year. We wish you the best of luck for the future. Mr Carl Stoltz and Mr Brendan September
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TRIANGULAR RESULTS FIRST: FISH HOEK HIGH SCHOOL SECOND: NORMAN HENSHILWOOD HIGH SCHOOL THIRD: BERGVLIET HIGH SCHOOL
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72| Amazing Race Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Amazing Race |73 MADD MADD ontinuing with past tradition, Cthis year’s MADD “Maestro Mash Up” proved to be yet another top notch mix of entertainment. The Arts and Culture department under the guidance of Ms J Botha, Ms N Rhoda, Mr R Connolly and Mr P Dirksen, ensured that our learners who are talented in music, drama, dance and song, shone brightly on the stage during the three performances. The show raised over R 30 000 which will be put towards production equipment for future shows by the MADD team. This particular show also marked the first time our Sound Crew took responsibility for the entire sound and lighting production. We are very proud of you! Mr Paul Dirksen
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76| Fashion Show Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Fashion Show |77 Matric Matters
Matric grade report 2018 hat a wonderful year with my “babies”! This romantic venue. Then the final event: prize-giving Wwas the final year in which to make memories, and valedictory where the tears flowed and we all but I think we started the process in Grade 11 at the realized that this was the very last assembly where camp – what happened at Ihlati, stayed at Ihlati . . . our family would be celebrating together. Matric was a year where one’s focus had to be After that, the matrics had to face the final hurdle: academics above all else to ensure acceptance at a NSC exams!! On the last day, the matrics very tertiary institution. This did not mean that the year generously donated their school shoes to help under- was unbalanced as memories had to be made. privileged pupils. Then the nail biting weeks crept It was the “last” time for many things such as inter- by until we would receive the final results on Friday, schools athletics, the fashion show and the MADD 4 January 2019. evening. The matrics also stood out among the pupil My dear matrics, you are very special to me and I am body with their smart jackets, ties and badges. grateful for the five year journey that we undertook There were many memorable special events such together. I shall miss you very much and wish you as the pyjama day, 40 days, breakfast and the every success in your life. highlight of the year: the matric ball at a fabulous, Ms Renate Wegerhoff
78| Matric Matters Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 12 A
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80| Matric Classes Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 40 Days
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82| Matric Breakfast Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Valedictory
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84| Matric Awards Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood 1 | YASMIN ISMAIL 2 & DUX SCHOLAR 3 | AMMAAR DAYA 3 | TYLA GEORGE | NUHAA MARTIN
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MatricBall Ball n Saturday, 29 September 2018, Othe Matrics arrived at the Range in Tokai in all their splendour! They arrived in limousines, luxury vehicles and some even had a large motorcycle cavalcade. It was the first time in the history of the school that the ball took place in a beautiful marquee in a romantic forest setting. Our theme was very appropriately called “The Enchanted Forest”. The décor truly was enchanting and romantic and all our young people dazzled in their finery. It was a most memorable evening that I as grade head will cherish for a long time. Ms Renate Wegerhoff
86| Matric Ball Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Ball
Norman Henshilwood Norman Henshilwood Matric Ball |87 Matric Results
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Matric Results n Friday, 4 January 2019, Mr Holland went Oto collect the much awaited results. It was a mixed bag: 73% Bachelor’s Pass but sadly, not a 100% pass rate. There were many superb results and we 5 | MEA DE GRILL 6 | LUKE MOSIE 7 | MPOYI LUBOYA congratulate our Top 10 achievers, especially Nuhaa Martin who attained a full house of 9 A’s! I wish every one of our Matrics much success in their future. Ms Renate Wegerhoff
8 | KEEGAN DAVIDS 9 | REUBEN BURGER 10 | LUKE VIVIER
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OUR VISION ur Vision is to foster academic excellence and develop social and Oextra-curricular growth, which challenges learners and educators to realise their full potential in a secure and caring environment, with the support of the community. OUR MOTTO ur Motto ‘Scientiae et Integritate’ – Knowledge and Integrity, serves as our guide. We strive to gain knowledge, within a climate whichO provides a sound value system.
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