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SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.1 Sept.2015 Sept.2015 WELCOME/ THANKYOU MESSAGE FROM Thank you to the following students of Strandfontein Secondary School for allowing us to asssited them in compilling their first online magazine, you can only get better from here on.... THE EDITOR

All new issue about Strandfontein High. Spring is It is our sincere hope that all stakeholder’s endeav- here, exams is coming, new clubs at school, and our to share information with our community is sad goodbye to Mr. Mullins. realized. Thank you. Thank you to amber for taking the lead this quar- DB ter and get this issue publish. lots of challenges in getting magazine out, content and contributers is urgently needed.

Thank you to the Team that support Amber, Herchell will take forward the next issue, which will have also some pictures of the Yearbook. New crew for media team will start nexts quarter make sure next year the magazine will move on...

Over the holiday the Media will strategies on get advertisement for magazine, and also to sell the magazine to all stakeholders at our school.

Most of our sources is from Timeslive, Youtube, Google and The Resident magazine.

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Please forward us your inspiring story... Strandfontein Secondary School Frigate Road Strandfontein Magazine Team Designers: 7798

Amber Court Parrot6 Team Tel. 3932100 / 3932116 Gladisse Kashama [email protected] Fax. 3934165 Taariq Emjedi Tara Wyngaard P.J.BROCKMAN, Principal Mishka Davids [email protected]. OUR MAGAZINE WANTS TO INFORM, EDUCATE AND ENTERTAIN OUR FOLLOW STUDENT, Simone za OTHER CONTRIBUTORS AND MENTORS... keana MR. P.J BROCKMAN Mr F Muller MRS. SIMMERS Mrs Simmers MR. MULLER PARROT 6 TEAM and THE RESIDENT TEAM

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At Strandfontein Library WOMAN’S DAY withs Parrot6, the Li- The reality of the situation is brary and Wo-man of The true representation of that women will always strive how courageous, brave and for perfection, whether it is Strenght with help from to look good or to feel good. Strandfontein High determined our woman is.Es- pecially in our country. They go through extreme School... We celebrate the 9 august to lengths to get what they commemorate want. One woman alone can Mother, grandmother, daugh- The turning point in our his- get what she wants, but..... As ter, sister, friend... tory came when a united front they are un- Chef, homemaker...what is a thousands of woman came to- stoppable. woman? gether to march the streets of Pretoria to protest the injus- Point is courage is not meas- A woman is noble, endearing, tice of an oppressive system ured by physical strength; it kind, affectionate, loving, car- and fight through standing is measured by the psycholog- ing , brave and strong.. up and speaking out. ical state of the mind. How The pillar in a family and the people think determines how rock when you need to be Despite their differences or far they will go and with grounded the challenges that lay ahead women there is no limit to of them they somehow man- how far they will go. Woman are not only wives aged to or mothers , they are intel- persevere through times of Therefore I can honestly say ligent and have important hardships and struggle and that women be it one, two roles in society nurses, cooks, that is why we take pride in or many are spectacular and doctors, lawyers, mayors and our woman. beautiful, they are worth even presidents.. more than gold and more We as woman are strong and precious that gems. Keep Over generations woman diligent celebrating the women that have become such an impor- We want to inspire and are strived, suffered and succeed- tant part of our society, and inspired by so many inspira- ed in fighting for our yet tional women. liberation. The role of a woman is not AMBER an easy one Not only by the obstacles they Therefore we celebrate them have overcome but also by today. the things they do for others.

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within teenagers in school. Keep your (Is within) Accounting teacher, Mrs Why stay alone when he Lewis says she would improve gonna do discipline in the school by im- head up Why choose him when its plementing the newly added When your heart is free time to choose you perfect system that has been It’s easy to make a decision put in place to help teachers When your head is clear Keep your head up don’t say with their the disruptive You know you have good you love him students and unethical behav- judgment Walk away from all that is ior of the learners. But when your life is turning hurting Miss George states that Mr. topsy turvey Find your power you know Hanneker spoke to the teach- OUR COVERGIRL your strong ers and that the grade 11’s of And you have know reasons for what’s disturbing Make that step it will help 2015, the future matrics will Remember these words my you along be chosen this year for the father said to me Prefect STAYSHA-LEE system for 2016. He said: Keep your head up don’t say you love him I asked the educator what Walk away from all that is Mrs. Lewis, wise words does she have to hurting empower women out there, Find your power you know HOD, in charge of this is what she had to say, your strong accounting, “We can’t judge anyone. The Make that step and it will main focus is education and help you along exam planning, and senior who you are. Doesn’t matter management team has been your race, sexuality, religion. I teaching at our amazing don’t judge anyone. I believe Matriculant, Staysha-Lee (16) that determine your future or When your minds at peace Sleep comes so very peace- Strandfontein High School for in education and inclusivity. part of the matric class of 2015 define you as a person. “People It goes to show that if you have 31 years in counting. Us as women need to stand recently received an award from always look down in the driven fully When you start to dream together.” Crazy Bee for reward of recogni- people that live in these kinds ability and the force to break Mrs. Lewis, known as lovable Her role models that inspire, tion. of conditions and want to show through any wall that holds you There wonderful end so very sweet and popular with the stu- guide and motivate her every- them that it’s not about where back from your dreams and goals dents, is the disciplinary head day is her beloved mother Strandfontein High has one of you come from but where you’re to be achieved, that you CAN DO But when your life is turning topsy turvey who takes care of all disci- and her creator. They inspire the most inspiring and incredible going.” says Staysha. IT. pline in the school. Teachers, her to be a better person in learners by far which shows that, And you have no answers for what’s disturbing students, and parents rely on life and she no matter your background or One of her favourite quotes to go So I leave you with this. Nev- Mrs. Lewis to keep the school believes in serving in the upbringing, you can achieve your by are: “If you want your dreams er think that you’re not good Remember these words a preacher said to me together and is doing a great community as a result as well. goals you set for yourself and for to come true don’t oversleep” enough to achieve something job at it as well. your future. She also states that sometimes because of your background or After corporal punishment As we can see, one of our when things get tough at home any situation you’re in. He said: Keep your head up don’t say you love him was removed, discipline has own teachers, that inspires No matter her background she feels like quitting, but there’s changed, has it not? Students us believes in inclusivity and she always strives and pushes always that voice in her head Staysha today is doing Walk away from all that is hurting have more rights which make women empowerment. This through. that tells her that it’s not going to everything that she can and it difficult for some, but that is one of the most dedicated be easy and if you want to make won’t give up until she succeeds, Find your power you know your strong does not phase this amazing teachers of What drives her is the fact that a that’s what drives her to success teacher. Strandfontein High. Amber she lives in an difference, you have to go out with nothing in her way. (Take that step) informal settlement with the there to achieve what you want Amber Make that step and it will help you along Mrs. Lewis role in the disci- Be inspired and empowered. dream of one day becoming a to. pline of the school is that she chartered accountant. Why give up this time you can’t win supports the teachers, handles She states that she gives God all Detention, checks uniform Staysha hopes to show others the glory for what he has done (You can’t win) Why give up this battle is and sorts are the rebellious that it’s not your circumstances for her every single day. behavior of SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.6 SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.7 Sept.2015 Sept.2015 Mr Mullens Retirement “Be Still”

His retirement only shows his dedication towards the Be still and know that I’m with you school after providing excellent srvice for 24 years. Be still and know that I am here Mr. Mullens a former caretaker at Strandfontein Sec- Be still and know that I’m with you ondary is retired. Be still, be still, and know On the 17th of June, he was given a retirement cere- mony in the school hall at 1 pm. The hall was dec- When darkness comes upon you orated beautifully and a starter and main meal was And covers you with fear and shame served with some juice by Joey’s Be still and know that I’m with you Catering service. And I will say your name The teachers, principal, deputy and the rest of the staff sat and converse while awaiting the start of the If terror falls upon your bed ceremony.The opening of the ceremony was done by And sleep no longer comes Mrs. Princeloo who then called on Mrs. Vollenhoven Remember all the words I said to start with a prayer. Be still, be still, and know Everyone was allowed a chance to speak if they wanted. Mr. Mullens was given a token of And when you go through the valley appreciation for all his hard work by Mrs. Princeloo And the shadow comes down from the hill and Mr. Brockman walked up to make a speech. If morning never comes to be Be still, be still, be still He said a heartful thank you for all his done, his positive character and the role he played: motivating If you forget the way to go learners even being a father figure to some learners And lose where you came from without and thanking him simply for the person he If no one is standing beside you is. Be still and know I am While the speech was said all the staff was enjoying We all have dreams, some dream to become rich our youth today. their starter.After Mr. Brockman stepped down Mrs Be still and know that I’m with you and famous, others dream to be doctors, surgeons, Vaniekerk walked up and made a personal thank Be still and know I am lawyers and astronauts. But during the course of Motivation is key for empowering the youth of you and sang a beautifully song dedicating it to the life we tend to give up on our dreams and why? today and the leaders of tomorrow, we are society ceremony and its purpose: and it is up to us, whether or not we’re going to do To thank and bless Mr Mullens for his extraordinary I think society is to blame something to help the youth in our community to service as a caretaker and a person in general. Parents, friends, and even teachers build them and uplift, to inspire and to encourage. Mrs. Simmers also stepped up to thank him for all Spectators of life. his done. They are the people who watch us and criticise, tell Ask yourself what can I do to reach out; what can Mr. Mullens himself eventually stood up and made us we are not good enough and that we’ll never I do to help? Even the smallest thing can make a a wonderful and emotional speech of events, how reach our goals. difference. The future is in your hands. the teachers and he had to pull through tough times, Gladisse thanking everyone and motivating teachers to carry Just like everyone I have dreams but somehow I on with their service to the school, the community, get discouraged by the people I expect to support and the learners.Mr. Dilraj made a thank you speech me and tell me that it’s not a long shot but that if I while Mr. Mullens stood front of him stating how work towards it I might become something great. humble and wonderful his been for the time Mr. Dilraj knew him who then made a toast singing to That is why I think there are so many high school Mr. Mullens. drop outs...because parents don’t encourage their kids enough so they would be motivated to be- Everyone enjoyed their meal and the event while come someone. sipping at juice or tea/coffee depending on their choice.Some staff and teachers even went for a As a teenager I believe that children need to be en- second helping, just shows how deliciously the food couraged. They need to feel that support from their was. families because without it they tend to fall into Keena Prince paths of destruction which is not what we want for

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The full list of the Emmys which took place on Sunday, 20 Sep- tember 2015

Outstanding Drama Series Game Of Thrones

Outstanding Comedy Series Veep

Tholwana Mohale. Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series Image by: Image via Facebook/ TIMESLIVE: Jon Hamm, Mad Men

Some people who arrive in Johannesburg with a Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series dream eventually end up leaving with nothing but Viola Davis, How to Get Away With Murder nightmares. But Tholwana Mohale could be the exception to the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series rule. Jeffrey Tambor, Transparent

The 15-year-old drama student has finally released Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series her debut single Hollywood Guy after winning SA’s Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Veep Got Talent in November. Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series Her introduction into the music industry, the song Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones is an instant pop hit. Her powerful voice dominates the track, indicating that she is a significantly better Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series vocalist than the song reveals Uzo Aduba, Orange Is the New Black

Adding to the authenticity of the song is that Mohale Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series wrote the lyrics. But, she joked that her initial muse Allison Janney, Mom was no longer the object of her affection. “I had a crush on this guy at my old school so I wrote Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series the song; but now it’s whatever, I don’t like him any Tony Hale, Veep more.“Maybe the song is about another guy I have a crush on.” Outstanding Miniseries Olive Kitteridge Janet Jackson. File photo. Image by: Bang Showbiz Having left her family at home in the Northern Cape, URBAN COWBOY: Jimmy Nevis has released a new Mohale relocated to Johannesburg to record her Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie album, ‘The Masses’ The 49-year-old singer - who married Muslim album and to finish school. She said she had expect- Richard Jenkins, Olive Kitteridge billionaire, Wissam Al Mana, 40, in 2012 - is report- ed the National School of Arts to be like the popular An excited Nevis informed his fans on Twitter that edly taking the religion so seriously that she has film High School Musical, with spontaneous flash Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie he had received a once in a lifetime opportunity to even toned down her raunchy costumes and dance mobs and everyone singing in harmony. Frances McDormand, Olive Kitteridge grace the same stage as Williams. moves for her comeback tour. She said: “The first time I heard my song on the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Yep :) So excited! See you at the show tonight CPT! A source told The Sun: ‘’She feels like she has found radio, I cried. I realised what I’ve always dreamed Movie I’m on at 8pm #Pharrel pic.twitter.com/ZQ4bls84bb a home with her new religion and has told mem- about is coming true.” Bill Murray, Olive Kitteridge bers of her family, who completely respect her — #JimmyNevisHorizon (@JimmyNevis) Septem- choice. Her album will be released next year and Mohale Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a ber 21, 2015 ‘’She has spent a great deal of time studying the re- hopes to be the creative brains behind most of the Movie ligion and its followers. ‘’The days of raunchy dance songs on the album. Regina King, American Crime moves and sexual lyrics are long gone for Janet.’’ SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.10 SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.11 Sept.2015 Sept.2015 Celebrities

Here to give updates on the hottest news that’s driving half the word insane, some which will make you teary and others which will blow off your socks!

In a long, rambling but Kanye West’s political wildly entertaining speech at ambitions have gotten the the MTV Video Music Awards attention of the White House, last night, West announced he MEDIABeing TEAM part of a school club could unleash and the Internet is already will run for president in 2020 various opportunities in certain job are- as. That’s why it is advised for learners to preparing his campaign slogan and his pledge caught the at- NEEDStake YOU part in the extracurricular activities in for him. tention of the White House. Join theschool, CLUBS such as:

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SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.12 SCHOOL TIMES STRANDFONTEIN HIGH pg.13 Sept.2015 Sept.2015 It is no secret that society does these women are usually assault- condoms or restricting access to MAKING A FRESH START – JANINE OVERMEYER ladies from different areas in the community came not value women and men equal- ed by their male partners. birth control, sexual activity with together and started a support group in Strand- ly. Society has had a perceived The abuse can have both physical someone who is unable to give Do you need to simplify your life? fontein community as they found there was a lack idea of what the role of a woman and emotional damage on these a clear indication of yes or no. Answer: NO, I have freedOm and lots of joY of information on the HIV/Aids/TB and other social is. This image has been influ- women. No one deserves to be repeatedly using sexual insults to matters. enced by religion, culture and the abused! hurt someone. If your think of your early childhood memories, To restrain the youth from the negative elements media. It is a painful experience that These are the three most com- how do you think it influence your journey to- of our society as there are huge pressures on youth In the townships there are situ- cannot be justified by any words, mon forms of abuse found in our day? involving in drugs and other means of unsocial ations where men have to leave action or religion! community. It is also common Answer: My childhood memories - I grew up in behaviour. After doing various need analysis in there home to work in distant There are many forms of abuse that women do not report these a very close knit family and had devotion on the the area Wo-man of Strength ladies approached a places to provide for their fami- but no form of abuse is okay, the cases in fear of what there abuser farm at my grandpa’s home and everyone that sports organization and have integrated disadvan- lies back home. Women are left harm done is not less because it may do. These abusers can be an- lived nearby attended and we would dress up, and taged boys and girls from the human settlement with the responsibility of the cannot be seen. yone in the life of the women for sometimes we had dirty faces and feet it was amaz- areas to participate in various skills development survival of the family. They often Physical abuse is an intentional example their boyfriends, hus- ing as there were lots of love no matter the colour programs. can only rely on themselves for action to cause pain to another bands, relatives, teachers amongst of one’s skin, the friends making, the relationships Facilitate participatory learning activities with the wisdom and knowledge to person’s body. A few examples of others. There is hope as there that grew. How it influenced me, I love networking young people to equip them with knowledge, care for their family. They have physical abuse are scratching, bit- are many ways to help. It doesn’t and meeting new people no matter who you are or positive attitudes and skills to grow up and enjoy to be both man and woman, both ing, strangling, throwing some- matter the time of the day that where you come from. I always strive to do my best sexual and reproductive health and well-being and and show love towards others. more importantly, to reduce and understand risk What is “me time” for you? (Peer Education) programmes at High schools. Answer: I would fill my bath with bath salts and Life-skill’s Programmes where children will learn to bubble bath, candles lit around bath, relax and look at themselves, their relationships with differ- listen to some meditation or soft music ent people and different issues and learn how to protect themselves from harm and much more. What message would you like women to receive Home Carers that visits the abused/elderly in vari- this Woman’s year? ous areas and care and pamper them. Answer: Don’t try to fit in be yourself because we Major Achievement a member received a bursary often think it will help us move forward, but the through the advice office and graduated @ UCT as person who embraces their differences stands out. an Adult Educator December 2014, members at- comforter and protector. Some thing at someone, pulling hair, contact is made. These people are “To be successful, you don’t have to change who tending HIV/Aids accredited training sessions and women raise their families on grabbing your face to make you there to help you. you are, you have to become more of who you are certificate courses. their own. look at them, using a weapon, LifeLine - is a 24 (Arruda says)”. Our organization serves the following services: There are great amounts of single punching, smacking. These are all hour crisis intervention service. mothers in South Africa. These forms of physical abuse. LifeLine is a non-profit organi-  Offer support group to people that have women have the responsibility to Emotional abuse is a non- physi- sation. There contact details are Wo-man of Strength been affected and infected and do referrals provide financially, emotionally, cal behaviour for example threats, as follows: National counselling  Life skills / Peer Education physically, and mentally for their insults, humiliation, deformation line: 0861-322-322. www.lifeline. Wo-man of Strength was founded in 2010. There  HIV/Aids/TB information sessions family. There is an enormous of character and starting rumours org.za were many influences contributing to the rise of  Skills Development amount of responsibility placed about you. National Aids helpline works Wo-man of Strength. As one of the ladies husband on them to not only provide for Sexual abuse is forcing someone with the Dept. of Health. passed on and although he worked for a corporate those who depend on them but to do something sexual which 0800-021-322. Aidshelpline.org. company, there was no offering of counselling only for themselves as well. they do not want to do. Just za support of her family. In certain religions woman are because the victim did not say Childline South Africa- are seen as less important than men. the actual word “no”, does not trained counsellors for abused As the breadwinner of two children she had to In some rural areas of South Afri- mean that the person agreed to children, young people and their provide and go through many challenges. An ca, wives walk a few steps behind any sexual activity. If the victim families. They offer support organization in the area advertised support group their husbands. This is done to does not advance in the activity to children who are victims of training in the local newspaper and she attended, maintain traditional practices. it is considered as sexual abuse. physical, sexual, substance and there she met ladies that had the same interest as The imbalance in gender roles Intimidation to do the sexual act behavioural abuse. Contact child- hers and could relate to her challenges. in South Africa has often led to is also considered as sexual abuse. line at 08000 55 555 (24-hour abuse of women. According to Examples of sexual abuse is un- toll free line), www.childline.org. Through experience and sharing they felt they the Centre of Disease control, wanted kissing or touching, rape za; contact details: 0800227785... needed to empower and uplift the young and women are 85% of survivors and or attempted rape, refusing to use Herchell old people living in disadvantage areas. About 10

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He then encapsulated the boys with his powerful story about his shark attack. August 13th 2006 on he was with Lifesaving doing multiple patient rescues, while bobbing he saw the sharks fin and started hitting the water to direct it away from his brother who was with him in the water at the time.

The terror to save his brother, as the shark turned to- wards him and got a hold of his leg, dragged him out to see but by God’s grace his brother return with the rescue boat in time before the shark almost struck him again.

In his story he explained important facets of how human beings have and innate ability to never to give up, even with adrenalin you will survive.

His brother also saved him by not letting him see the extent of his injuries but he knew one thing, “all my dreams out the window.” out the evening that, “Success Strandfontein High He then got a visit from Natalie du toit who told him The night started off with is being the best you can be, that he should follow in her footsteps and he “took School First Annu- the boys having to dig a you can’t be the best next like a shark to water.” He obviously chose the butter- hole to start a bonfire, which person. al “Manne Aand” fly with his Strandfontein rhythm which allowed for they hoped would have burnt We can only be the best of an easy choice, the butterfly. reveals that “Hard throughout the night, and ourselves.” These sentiments had to split into teams in were share by everyone in- work is Crown with He then started training harder than anyone but they gathering equipment, soup, volved which culminated into can never take him out of strandfontein even when Success.” hot dogs, boerewors, and cool a sharing of future plans in shark boy took over his crown moments was when drinks for the long evening football for many boys. he wore the green and gold and his dreams came true A leader is a dealer in hope ahead. Achmat Hassiem was a spec- like the cricketers. – Napoleon Bonaparte. To Nathan Paulse who through tacular experience for the produce good male leaders his many football travels gave boys as his travels and story He is now a Global marine shark conservationist and adults in our community the boys a testimony of his is terror but joyful and jovial and the fastest amputee in the pool in the world. He an encouragement in hope playing career and back- in this most incredible story shared the importance of Enjoying life and family was in order for our schools ground about his struggles ever told. and don’t waste time, use your youth wisely and the sporting front. and perseverance. He sparked His dreams started when he people that support. He still loves wajid. On June 05 2015 the first the boys enthusiasm when couldn’t believe annual Strandfontein High asking them about success cricketers they got paid to do Nathan Paulse fact of life is simple, “Hard work is ‘Manne Aand’ allowed the and what it meant to them, what they want. crowned with success.” These sentiments encourage boys to bond and find as Azhar Hendricks stated, “suc- This made him work hard every facets of these boys lives hence camaraderie sense of camaraderie with cess is when you achieve all to play any sport where he through school events will increase educational educator, parent and pupil. your goals, “ and Jason stem- could earn money. Before he achievement. The prominent guest speak- met added that, “ If your feel continued he wowed the boys ers Nathan Paulse of Ajax personally you have achieve with what his previous two This occasion was worthy experience and priceless and Achmat everything you wanted to weeks were about which was motivation gained in an environment where learners “Shark Boy’ Hassiem added achieve.” travelling to Monaco to meet could thrives within a community structure. a priceless motivation for the princes Charlize, drive on a boys on the night as well, Nathan reiterated their opin- humongous formula 1 track through their experiences ions by stating important fact race with a Lamborghini. and charisma. that they repeated through-

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