Durban Preparatory High School 2015 Yearbook DPHS YEARBOOK 2015

Our Vision and Our Mission

Preparing our Boys for Life

To provide a unique, balanced education and fulfilling experience 1910 ~ 2015 within a nurturing environment, founded on the school’s guiding

principles of integrity and respect for self and others.

Governing Body Meryl Holloway Max Oliva Dion Hatton (Chairman) Sue Matthysen* Michelle Roberts* Hank Pike (Headmaster) Alistair Naidu Muhammad Seedat Steve Aucamp Richard Neave* Craig Simpkins Ian Bamber Grant Phipson* Clive Thornton Michael Dick* Lesley Phipson* Denise Tsouris Carolyn Gilroy Gavin Price Michelle Posemann Wesselink

(*Invited Members)

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Headmaster’s address

Headmaster’s Speech Day and Prize-Giving Address Thursday 3 December 2015

Good morning and welcome, boys, staff combination of dedicated staff applying members, colleagues, family of our boys sound teaching skills and practice with and friends of the school. A special word the use of technology to enhance the boys’ of welcome to our invited guests. Thank learning experience. you for your attendance this morning. Your support is much appreciated by the school. Included in the original plan for Phase 3 Having heard of the impressions left with of the building development of the school, members of staff after their attendance of the administrative support building the International Boys’ Schools Coalition opened in our Centenary Year 2010, the Conference earlier this year, we can look DPHS Educational Trust 30th Anniversary forward to that which our Guest of Honour, stairway was opened in October. A Mr Rory Steyn, will share with us today. further Strategic Plan ‘box’ was ‘ticked’ with the arrival of our distinctively- and You will have found the Annexure to this attractively-branded 36-seater DPHS Address folded in to your programme. School Bus. Clear and literal evidence of It suitably records the wide-ranging DPHS on the move! The closure of the lane achievements of our boys and the school, from 10th Avenue towards Windermere so well supported by the staff, parents Centre is now tantalizingly close; the DPHS and friends of the school. Please take the Educational Trust working hard to negotiate the final few hurdles to unlock another initiative promising so much for the school. The school is, as always, most grateful for the support of the DPHS Community of parents and friends of the school. Their support of the school, reflected in the contribution to the school’s well-being by the School Governing Body, the DPHS Educational Trust, the members of the DPHS Association and the DPHS Mothers’ Committee is significant and very much appreciated. Our thanks to all involved in the business and activities of these school entities. A special word of thanks goes to the School Governing Body members, elected in 2015 and with Dion Hatton as Chairman, for the manner in which they have taken to the very important Annexure home, peruse it at your leisure, responsibility of school governance. and celebrate, and spread with us, the good news of our boys and the school. On matters School Governing Body and a departure from usual practice: 2015 has been another year of growth for DPHS, with milestones indicating the We take this opportunity to thank the school’s progress along a clearly-defined outgoing Chair of the Governing Body, path, and indicated by the school’s Ian Bamber, for his service to DPHS as Strategic Plan, being reached at regular a long-serving member of the Governing intervals. There is ongoing and considerable Body. A proud Prep Old Boy, Ian is investment in IT infrastructure, hardware continuing his direct service to Prep as a and software as the school continues to Trustee of the DPHS Educational Trust. Ian, build capacity for the effective delivery of please step forward to receive a plaque what has come to be known as ‘blended commemorating your service to DPHS as teaching’ or the ‘integrated classroom’; the Chairman of the School Governing Body.

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Someone once said: adverts, to which one is subjected when women always present for them in staff ‘If you want to fly like an eagle, don’t hire one does. However, the recent Rugby World and parents: to inspire, lead, encourage, ducks.’ To the flock of ‘eagles’, the ‘team of Cup, and my love of this great game, or instruct and direct. It is the willingness teams’, that is the staff of DPHS: teachers, had me spending a fair amount of time to keep trying, to repeatedly practice that administrative support and grounds catching the action. Inevitably, this came which they have been taught that allows staff. Thank you for your unstinting with exposure to the accompanying adverts their young charges to be the best that commitment to the boys and the DPHS while channel-hopping. they can be, enjoying the success which Experience. I have, again during the course will inevitably follow on a mix of ability of 2015, received many a complimentary The life message of one particular and skill along with determined effort, communication conveying expressions of commercial really grabbed my attention, resilience of character and hard work. It is thanks and gratitude for your excellent the financial product being advertised the steadfastness, the clarity of purpose, service to the boys, parents and school aside. the consistency, of all the elements of the in the wide-ranging spheres of school The setting for the commercial is a small school over the 105 years of its history; activity. To Grant Phipson, Carolyn Gilroy, island off Madagascar. The islanders its parents, staff and boys; which has Les Phipson and the members of the School rely on the sea for much of their food, placed the school where it is today. It is the Management Team, my most grateful and recent fish catches had been poor. A sense of strong tradition, sound ethos and thanks for your service and leadership, wizened fisherman wakes his grandson consistency of commitment to the 10 Prep Principles that continues to attract parents making your particular contributions in early every day to go to sea in his flimsy your respective and unique ways. to Durban Prep for schooling for their and basic wooden sailing craft to catch sons. By doing so, they are investing in fish in his net. The grandson is sometimes Of staff and unique contributions: I take the school, placing a valuable asset in the reluctant to get up in the early mornings. this opportunity to thank and pay brief and care of the school. Evidence of consistently We see them go out every day, challenged public tribute, on behalf of boys, parents good returns, in the guise of the Prep boy by the wind, the weather and the sea, and staff, to two of our staff members returning dividends over the years, and with no result for their efforts. We see the who will begin a new phase of their lives young men graduating from DPHS at the in 2016. Linda Horning and Bridget Bland other fishermen and people of their village end of their senior year offering significant retire at the end of the year, Linda after 24 watching them from the beach as they returns, has investors keen to make their years’ service to DPHS and Bridget after leave, day after day. The watchers often deposits in the school. 6 years at the main school and nearly 15 shake their heads as they watch them put at the DPHS Educational Trust’s Reception to sea, time after time. We are also able to To the Grade 7 Class of 2015: Please Unit. share the fisherman and the young boy’s remember that each and every one of you joy when they are eventually successful, has made your particular contribution These two ladies have offered examples returning with a boat full of fish, and to the well-being and good name of the of service and servant leadership of the celebrating with the people of their village. school. Although you will leave us, you highest order; Linda as teacher, director of must also know that you will leave a bit operations in the Media Centre and chief Few may remember the advert, the product of you with us. As the fisherman guided facilitator of the school’s communications advertised or the message delivered. The and encouraged his grandson, so you and marketing initiative. Linda’s attention visual clip of the advert lasts less than have left your mark on members of your to detail and uncompromising drive 2 minutes and ends with the display of a respective Prep Pal families and the in pursuit of quality and excellence is simple but powerful message. It reads: school. Celebrate with your parents and the reflected in 20 plus years of widely- ‘Success comes from being consistent day school your achievements while at DPHS, acclaimed DPHS Yearbooks. Bridget’s after day, month after month.’ remain consistent in your practice of all service has been in administrative support The advert appears to convey a number that you have learnt and mastered, and and ‘Girl Friday-type’ role at the Reception go forward to be the best that you can be. Unit. Her most unassuming manner of messages; particularly one of how the right knowledge and process, applied May you ring the Leavers’ Bell with pride can prove most disarming, giving little next Wednesday, happy that you have left consistently and unwaveringly over time, indication of her quiet strength and strong a bright path to be followed by Prep Boys will result in success. commitment to the benefit of the team. after you. Thank you, Linda and Bridget. And the school and the DPHS Experience To the traditional wish, recorded in our present an analogy, a parallel, of this Now to a message for us all, especially for Grade 7 Leavers’ Books of the past: the boys about to leave us at the end of message. their Grade 7 year for high schools of their ‘Go forth with the School’s blessings and At Prep we have boys such as the youngster choice. good wishes. You will forever be part of in the commercial; mostly up for the DPHS, and DPHS will forever remain part of Being a most selective watcher of challenges of everyday life and sometimes you.’ Thank you. television programmes, I am not familiar reluctant to give it a go. But there are with the vast number of commercials, or also the wise and experienced men and Hank Pike – Headmaster

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PRIZE-GIVING

Chairman’s Speech Day and Prize-Giving Address Thursday 3 December 2015

In March of this year a new Governing Body has everything they need to provide a was elected to serve for three years. Thank relevant, ‘blended learning’ and activity you to all of the outgoing Governing Body based education for the Boys. for your willing and dedicated service to the school. A very special thanks to the There was another very successful Gumboot outgoing Chairman, Ian Bamber, for your dance and Marimba Tour to Gauteng. tireless passion for DPHS and all the hard There were Numerous Day Excursions and work during your seven years serving the Overnight Grade Excursions (for Grade 3 to school. Thank you to my current fellow grade 7 boys). These excursions continue to Governors for your hard work and obvious form a large part of the programme - not commitment for everything DPHS. This is only catering for the academic development appreciated very much. I have thoroughly of our boys but more importantly providing enjoyed working with you and it is a opportunities for teamwork, social and privilege for me to lead this team. In the emotional development. increasingly challenging environment The Speech and Drama Festival, The that we find ourselves, I am very confident Science Expo, Countries and Cultures we will work well together to deal with Day, Letterland Day and the Visual Art anything that comes our way. Exhibition were some of the very successful The DPHS Educational Trust and its and well attended events. The house plays Trustees play a significant role in production of Cluedo went down really well supporting our school. Kevin, you and your with the sell-out audiences and there were team make an outstanding contribution to some very memorable performances. this school, year-in and year-out and for Good Morning Mr Rory Steyn, the honoured There have been many highlights on the that we are very grateful. guest, Mr Pike, Headmaster, members academic, arts and cultural front. These of the school governing body, teachers, Thanks also to Sue Matthysen and the are just a few. parents and boys. A warm welcome to you Mothers’ Committee who continue to bring There have also been many proud moments all. It is a real honour for me to address together the community of moms. You have on the sports fields in 2015. We again you as your governing body chairman. done an outstanding job organising so set the benchmark for hosting a highly Speech Day is a special day. It is a day of many different functions and raising funds, successful and well-supported National celebration for the entire DPHS community all of which go to the benefit of the boys. Rugby Festival. Around 600 boys ranging and a day of reflection of the year gone, from U10 to 1st Teams, play 40 games of especially for the Grade 7 boys and their The DPHS Association continues to grow and gain support of old boys and friends rugby, over three days. 14 DPHS teams families. What started 7 or 8 years ago for of the school. Thank you Richard for your participate. This festival is a great example them, as an exciting first step on their Prep continued energy and enthusiasm in of the entire Prep community coming journey, now comes to an end next week. getting the Association to where it is today. together, with over 400 visiting boys hosted This journey has been filled with learning, in our homes and the Mothers’ Committee DPHS has had another very busy and very fun, adventure, camaraderie and ensuring that Café Prep keeps everyone fulfilling year. Our Academic programme challenges. Many lifelong friends have well-watered and fed over that week. is a cornerstone of the school, giving the been made, not only among the boys, but boys an opportunity to experience a wide On the rugby field, who can forget the among many of their families. Think back variety of subjects. From the Reception Unit way our boys overcame the more fancied to those first exciting and busy years in to Grade 7, we have 27 classes. Over their Selborne and SACS rugby teams with sheer the wonderful and nurturing Reception time here, each Prep Boy is ultimately given spirit and determination. We also hosted a Unit and Junior Primary, where, among exposure to a total of 15 different subjects very successful national cricket festival with many other things you learnt to read and or learning areas, many of which are taught teams from far and wide. write! This all seems so long ago. Then, by specialist teachers. as you progressed through Senior Primary, Our young water polo side surprised think about how much you have done and The freshly painted, air-conditioned everyone by getting to the final of the KEPS how much you have learnt about so many classrooms with mimeo smartboards, festival in the first term, and leading the different things, especially how much you whiteboards and an iPad at each teacher’s more fancied St. David’s team, after the have learnt about yourselves. disposal ensure that each teacher at Prep first chukka of the final.

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Then there was the incredible feat of is what sets us apart from other schools. this year of you putting your team and your winning the D&D gala for the 17th school before yourself. I have especially successive year. Those who were at that At Prep we aim to excel in all we do. It enjoyed how you have celebrated each gala will remember it fondly for the fact takes a huge amount of organisation, other’s success so heartily and genuinely. that we didn’t necessarily have the fastest collaboration and energy to run a school Thank you for leaving this great example swimmers on paper, in every race, but the like ours and to make it all happen. for the remaining boys of Prep to follow. coaches and boys found a way to win when We are very blessed to have such a it counted. It is these fine qualities that leave me in no talented, dedicated and passionate group doubt that you leave here with all you need We do not succeed on the fields because of Staff and Management led by the to take on the challenges at High School. we have more talented players than other Headmaster, Mr Pike. In every single aspect Those High Schools are very fortunate to get schools; we succeed because our boys of our school life, we have very passionate Prep boys and families. You may be leaving are better prepared, better coached and people that excel in their field and get the DPHS next week, but wherever you go, you because our boys have the ability to dig very best out of our boys. On behalf of the will always be known as Prep boys and you deep when the chips are down. entire DPHS community I would like to very have a responsibility to yourselves and to sincerely thank each and every one of you uphold the good name of this school. I have But it is not so much the results, as it is for all that you do, day in and day out, for no doubt that in 5 years’ time, there will be the way that the boys conduct themselves our boys and for this school. It really is many of you boys, who will be in leadership that is the most impressive factor, always most appreciated. roles when you are in Grade 12, just as we with courage, humility and sportsmanship. Our school numbers remain very healthy have seen so many of your predecessors It is very important to acknowledge and and admissions remain strong. It is so filling leadership roles in their schools be very proud of the sporting depth we important that we continue to keep the for many years. You are very fortunate to have across our age groups. The number DPHS brand so highly sought after, and we have had such a good grounding at this of teams we regularly field each week is continue to be a worthy adversary for the school. It is now up to you to make full use amazing. We typically field:- top boys’ schools across the country. of this and embrace the challenges that lie 25 Cricket Teams ahead. Be very, very proud of being a Prep 21 Rugby Teams In conclusion, to the boys of Grade 7: I boy and now go and do Prep proud. I have 25 Hockey Teams have had the privilege of getting to know absolutely no doubt that you will. 9 Water Polo Teams many of you and your families over the last few years. What will always stand out All that remains for me to do now is to wish 4 Swimming Teams and everyone a restful and safe holiday period 6 Tennis Teams for me with this group of Grade 7s, is how you have come together as a team and and a happy and healthy 2016. It matters not what team it is, Prep boys are as leaders of the school. What you have Thank you very much. coached, and play with a huge amount of achieved has been a wonderful example pride in their team and their school. To me, of teamwork and a very strong ‘never say Dion Hatton this is what I am most proud of at Prep and die’ attitude. We have seen many examples Chairman: Governing Body

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Guest Speaker’s Address Rory Steyn was our very welcome guest speaker at the Prize-Giving ceremony this year.

Rory Steyn : Team Leader in the Presidential Protection Unit responsible for president Mandela’s personal security, author of ‘One Step Behind Mandela’ and friend of DPHS

Mr Steyn served in the South African Police Force from January doing to keep everything clean. In Mr Mandela’s actions, Mr Steyn 1982 to June 1999. In that time he lived through one of the most noted that this leader was a man who was not full of his own significant and dramatic periods of change in South African importance and power, but who led with humility and quiet dignity. history, and his position as one of the leaders of President A man who was living his life rules: ‘free yourself, free others and Mandela’s Protection team, gave him a very unique perspective on serve everyday’. A true servant leader. these changes in general and specifically on the man who set the Mr Steyn encouraged the boys to keep these points in mind in their tone for a new dawn in South African society and politics, Nelson own life’s journey, as they stood on the threshold of entering their Rolihlahla Mandela. Mr Steyn’s book, ‘ One Step Behind Mandela’ high school careers. Their actions would always speak louder than details his experiences and observations in working for and words, and true change for the better comes from taking appropriate alongside our great South African icon. action, not simply from talk and rhetoric. Mr Steyn encouraged the In his address to the boys, Mr Steyn recalled some of these boys to take with them the lessons learnt at Prep, to be thankful anecdotes: Mr Mandela was never too busy to notice the ‘everyday’ for their opportunities, and to embrace the challenges of their High people with whom he came into contact, he once introduced a School years, and strive to be their best selves. young boy who happened to be a by-stander in the vicinity, to As Mandela himself once said, ‘There is no passion to be found President Rawlings of Ghana, who had come to meet Mr Mandela playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you on an official visit. On another occasion, Mr Mandela made time are capable of living.’ to speak to the cleaning lady as he passed her on the way to a meeting, and thanked her for her service and the work she was Report written by Annemarie Levine

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The following awards were made at our annual Prize-Giving Ceremony on Thursday 3 December Top Five positions in class in order of merit

GRADE 4 GRADE 5 GRADE 6 GRADE 7

Mrs Fletcher 5A: Mrs Huber 6A: Mrs Armstrong 7A: Mr Bedford Matthew Stewart Javashkaar Naidoo Luke Hitchings Yusuf Mahomed David van Rooyen Javhar Naidoo Waseem Simjee Payton Elliot James Burns Joshua Maskell Suraav Ramlugaan Muhammad Solwa Zachariah Howell Anirudh Bansal Alex Bossert Chad Nandh Armaan Manilall Muhammad Zaakir Fakey Oliver Simpkins Luke Lourenco

Mrs Johnston Mr Ferreira Mrs Woodcock Mr Phillips Stefan Swart Jonathan Horak Kurt Williamson Naledi Mndaweni Charlie Good Matthew Campbell Asher Knox-Davies Mohamed Yusuf Suleman Kyle Setzkorn4 Matthew Bergset5 Greg Armstrong6 Ziyaa Moosa7 Matthew Hayes Matthew Wellbeloved Nqubeko Nyembezi Yusuf Paruk Huzaifah Badat Callum Shillaw Mickele Lehman Gabriel Sjouerman

Mrs Miloszewski Miss Laatz Mr Yelseth Mr Davis Jedd Poovan Yusuf Hassim Adnaan Masood Theodore Hlatshwayo Rhys Jackson Muhammad Hassim Rizaa Moosa Fuzail Khalil Abhay Nunan Travis Arro Slade Jewell Muhammad Moosa Christopher Horak Jake Goder Douglas Wilson Billy Brooks Kunal Bhagat Nathan Kleyn Weston Jelf Ismaeel Motala

SUBJECT PRIZES

GRADE 4 GRADE 6 English David van Rooyen English Luke Hitchings Afrikaans Stefan Swart Afrikaans Luca Botha Zulu Ayola Ngwane Zulu Nicholas Kidd Mathematics Matthew Hayes Mathematics Waseem Simjee Natural Sciences Stefan Swart Natural Sciences Waseem Simjee Social Sciences Rhys Jackson Social Sciences Waseem Simjee

GRADE 5 4 GRADE 7 6 English Javashkaar Naidoo English Payton Elliot Afrikaans Jonathan Horak Afrikaans Meerten van Wyk Zulu Sphakanyiswa Zulu Zulu Anele Myeni Mathematics Javashkaar Naidoo Mathematics Yusuf Mahomed Natural Sciences Javhar Naidoo Economic & Management Sciences Muhammed Peer Social Sciences Javashkaar Naidoo Natural Sciences Muhammad Solwa 5 Social Sciences 7 Payton Elliot

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The Lyn Kleynhans Trophy for the top pupil in Grade 5 : Javashkaar Naidoo The Miss L Konigkramer Trophy for the top pupil in Grade 6 : Luke Hitchings Paterson Cup for General Knowledge : Zachary Correia Best Actor in the House Plays : Ndumiso Ngcobo The Eva Wilson Award for Art : Mpendulo Simamane Information Technology Award : Yahya Paruk The Music Award : Hrithiq Ramlal Physical Education Award : Payton Elliot The Speech and Drama Award : Reece Price The Victor Daitz Technology Award : Khwezi Mbongwa The 1st XI Cricket Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Kent Goedeke The Hockey Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Spencer Klue The Christopher Cubitt Memorial Rugby Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Khwezi Mbongwa The Swimming Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Simon Taylor The Tennis Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Callum Hayes The Water Polo Trophy for Sportsmanship and Achievement : Simon Taylor The Hester Parsons Shield for House Spirit : Bullimore The Keith Millar Trophy for House Games : Evans The Beanland Cup for Academic Achievement : Evans Centenary Award for Courage and Determination : Mnqobi Shoba The Connor Bell Sports Award : Scott Cliff The Sportsman of the Year Achievement : Kent Goedeke The Feed the Babies Good Fellowship Trophy : Payton Elliot Maurice Wilkinson Pro Meritis Shield for Unselfish Service to School : Brett van Noordwyk Proxime Accessit : Payton Elliot Dux of the School : Yusuf Mahomed The Headmaster’s Trophy for Outstanding Contribution to School : Chad Nandh The Haysom Trophy for the Complete Prep Boy : Payton Elliot

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Top Awards

The Haysom Trophy for the The Connor Bell Sports Award: The Headmaster’s Trophy for Complete Prep Boy: Scott Cliff Outstanding Contribution to School: Payton Elliot Chad Nandh

Dux of the School: Centenary Award for Courage Proxime Accessit: Yusuf Mahomed and Determination: Payton Elliot Mnqobi Shoba

Maurice Wilkinson Pro Meritis Shield The Feed the Babies The Sportsman of the for Unselfish Service to School: Good Fellowship Trophy: Year Achievement: Brett van Noordwyk Payton Elliot Kent Goedeke

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES FOR HIGH SCHOOLS

Back: S Taylor, G Sjouerman, C Nandh, B Masango, N Hadebe, K Goedeke 3rd Row: M Peano, Y Mahomed, C Steadman, N Mndaweni, B Jackson, J Taylor 2nd Row: D Kidd, N Jeewa, S Cliff, M Peer, C Hayes, M Shoba, P Elliot, S Klue Seated: Mr R Bedford, K Mbongwa, Mr G Phipson, T Trollip, Mr H Pike, L Lourenco, Mr M Dick Absent: R van Rooyen

Congratulations to our Grade Seven boys Maritzburg College who have been awarded Scholarships and All Round Scholarship Payton Elliot Bursaries at High Schools of their choice. Chad Nandh DPHS Closed Scholarship Kent Goedeke DHS Hockey Scholarship Benjamin Jackson Chris Seabrooke Scholarship Rowan van Rooyen Rugby Scholarship Khwezi Mbongwa Naledi Mndaweni Clifton College Tristan Trollip All Round Scholarship Nabeel Jeewa Northwood High School Luke Lourenco Cultural Scholarship Darragh Kid Matteo Peano Sports Scholarship Ntwenhle Hadebe Muhammed Peer Buntu Masango Gabriel Sjouerman Simtembile Mazwi Joshua Taylor Mnqobi Shoba DPHS Closed Scholarship Spencer Klue Westville Boys’ High School Sports Scholarship Scott Cliff Conna Steadman Academic Scholarship Yusuf Mahomed Simon Taylor Sports Scholarship Callum Hayes

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DEPUTY HEADMASTER’S REPORT

Once again we are able to look back on the as these excursions not only cater for the boy in the family group has an opportunity successes of the 2015 year with a great academic development of our boys but to exercise a certain degree of positive deal of pride and satisfaction. The 2015 more importantly provide opportunities for influence on someone in their group, at Yearbook certainly showcases much of the teamwork and for the social and emotional some point, throughout the year. DPHS experience and curriculum, both in development of each Prep boy. We always encourage our Boys to think and out of the classroom. It is always very beyond themselves and to get involved in difficult to capture aspects of the ‘hidden the many Outreach Programmes at Prep. curriculum’ in our Yearbook. It is, however, These outreach initiatives help support the a combination of these unintended needy and highlight the fact that we are learning experiences, the curriculum and indeed very privileged and blessed at Prep. the transmission of norms, values and the Once again, our boys and their families principles of right living that have enabled are to be commended for their outstanding Prep to so successfully achieve its aim of contributions to all the various outreach ‘Preparing Our Boys for Life’. initiatives in 2015. Our Academic programme is the A school is as good as its staff and Prep cornerstone of the school, giving the is an excellent school! The Boys of DPHS boys an opportunity to experience fifteen have been given the opportunity to be different subjects or learning areas in fully involved in school life because of the their journey through Prep. Many of these efforts of our enthusiastic, energetic and subjects are taught by specialist teachers dedicated staff. Once again a combined in classes of no more than fifteen pupils. effort by all our staff, boys and parents has The small class sizes, combined with, ensured that we can feel fully justified in freshly painted, air-conditioned classrooms saying that there is not another primary equipped with mimios, whiteboards and school that prepares its pupils more fully an iPad at each teacher’s disposal ensure for life than DPHS does. that each teacher at Prep has everything Thank you to all the Prep Staff, the Prep they need to provide a relevant, Blended Preparing our boys for leadership roles Parent Body and the Boys for working so Learning and Activity Based Education for in today’s society is so integral to the hard to make 2015 such a successful and the Prep Boy. The numerous educational Prep experience. The understanding that, rewarding year. excursions, sports tours and overnight ‘leadership is influence’ places leadership grade excursions continue to form an within everyone’s reach at Prep. The Prep Grant Phipson important part of Prep’s daily programme Pal system embodies this belief as each Deputy Headmaster

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STAFF PHOTOGRAPH

Mthokozisi Jali, Fa-eez Jaffar, Tasmin Massey Tasmin Mthokozisi Jali, Fa-eez Jaffar, Amos Ntshangase, Bridget Bland, Kasia Vosloo Annette Briscoe, Michelle Roberts, Ross Bedford Caroline McCarthy, Jacqui Everitt, Samantha Oosthuis Caroline McCarthy, Desiree Veerasamy, Debbie Rautenbach, Shahnaz Vawda Desiree Veerasamy, Raymond Shabalala, Gavin Goodwin, Gilbert Edouard-Betsy Back: Raymond Shabalala, Gavin Goodwin, Gilbert Edouard-Betsy Melanie Fletcher, Debbie Diana, Lyn Neave, Justine Theunissen, Sue Dinsdale Debbie Diana, Lyn Melanie Fletcher, Heather Campbell, Cheryl Ferreira, Jean Grant, Richard Neave, Vivienne Reed, Eleanor Sanders, Colleen Thomson, Amber Sadler, Reed, Eleanor Sanders, Colleen Thomson, Amber Sadler, Heather Campbell, Cheryl Ferreira, Jean Grant, Richard Neave, Vivienne Absent: Anne Smith, Janine Huber, Buyi Nondaba, Kirstin Twaddle, Mbongeni Zulu, Glenda Marklew, Liz Elliott, Zola Mazwi, Mathuluzi Tenza, Liz Elliott, Zola Mazwi, Mathuluzi Tenza, Mbongeni Zulu, Glenda Marklew, Buyi Nondaba, Kirstin Twaddle, 4th R ow: Anne Smith, Janine Huber, Lydia Bush, Reeni Ramnath, Marinda Tournier, Delene Langley, Xenia Greensill, Manorgari Muthusamy, Trish Miloszewski, Kate Martin, Miloszewski, Kate Martin, Trish Xenia Greensill, Manorgari Muthusamy, Delene Langley, Bush, Reeni Ramnath, Marinda Tournier, 3rd R ow: Lydia Sandra May, Michael Dick, Annemarie Levine, Linda Horning, Steve Aucamp, Grant Phipson, Hank Pike, Carolyn Gilroy, Alistair Naidu, Lesley Phipson, Alistair Naidu, Lesley Phipson, Michael Dick, Annemarie Levine, Linda Horning, Steve Aucamp, Grant Phipson, Hank Pike, Carolyn Gilroy, Seated: Sandra May, Lungisani Ntshangase, Bev Johnston, Hlelizwe Magwaza, Zanele Nkwanyana, Isabel Edouard-Betsy, Shaun Ferreira, Casey Bartlett, Jean Armstrong, Shaun Ferreira, Casey Bartlett, Jean Armstrong, 5th R ow: Lungisani Ntshangase, Bev Johnston, Hlelizwe Magwaza, Zanele Nkwanyana, Isabel Edouard-Betsy, Nolca Lushaba, Maria Machi, Karyn Bruorton, Denise Tsouris, Sandy Fennell, Nomthandazo Hadebe, Meryl Holloway, Agrippa Mngomezulu, Tracey Stentiford, Stentiford, Agrippa Mngomezulu, Tracey Sandy Fennell, Nomthandazo Hadebe, Meryl Holloway, 2nd R ow: Nolca Lushaba, Maria Machi, Karyn Bruorton, Denise Tsouris, Elizabeth Murphy, Steven Yelseth, Stratton Davis, Brenda Thatcher, Helen Laatz, Liz Woodcock, Samantha Parry, Sharm Malherbe, Malcolm Phillips, Sally Perks Samantha Parry, Helen Laatz, Liz Woodcock, Stratton Davis, Brenda Thatcher, Steven Yelseth, 6th R ow: Elizabeth Murphy,

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STAFF NEWS 2015

Thank You and Farewell We said farewell to Carol Heard in the Tuckshop and Uniform Shop at the end of March and to Dawn Bragin in the Front Office on 30 April. We said farewell and thank you to Georgie Mabbett Kelly who left at the end of the third term to start a young family. Congratulations to Georgie and Cullen on the birth of Hope Elizabeth on 7 December 2015 Linda Horning and Bridget Bland retired Tasmin Massey left the Reception Unit to Welcome take up a post at Ashton College This year we welcomed new arrivals on the staff team: Congratulations Liz Woodcock returned to the DPHS staff as Grade 6 teacher. Well done to swimming coach, Heather Campbell. For the third year in Georgina Kelly took up the post as succession, Coach Campbell swam all Speech and Drama teacher in February 8 Midmar Mile weekend programme after doing a voice training clinic in events, raising over R10 000 for the New York. Pink Drive Fund (breast and prostate Sandy Fennell joined the Reception Unit cancer) fund. as Green Group teacher and Tasmin Well done to Prep Staff members who Massey as Teacher Assistant. completed the Comrades Marathon on Zanele Nkwanyana joined the staff as Sunday 31 May 2015. the new Functions Room Assistant. Steve Yelseth no. 24884 completed in Sharm Malherbe joined us as Front 9h44m13s. Office Receptionist and Debbie Ross Bedford no. 45449 completed in Rautenbach joined us as Tuckshop and 10h33m50s. Uniform shop assistant in May. Well done to Prep Staff Members Thank you to Kasia Vosloo and Glyn Helen Laatz and Shaun Ferreira who Harker who joined the Performing Arts completed the 70.3 Ironman on Department in the Fourth Term. 2 August 2015. Special congratulations to Prep teachers who were married during the course of 2015. Grade 2 teacher Liz McGregor and her Prep Old Boy fiancé Mitchell Murphy on 4 July 2015. Grade 3 teacher Kate Smith and her fiancé Duncan Martin on 11 July. Reception Unit teacher, Justine Smit and Chris Theunissen on Saturday 12 September.

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DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

The Victor Daitz Design Technology Indigenous Technology focussing on bead North Coast. Their final challenge in the DT Laboratory is always a popular place. and wire work. The mothers love this, lab is electronics. They learn how to solder The boys love the noise and mess and as they are presented with gorgeous and build circuits for burglar alarms. hands-on tactile process of learning and necklaces, made from recycled magazines, discovery. Whilst working they engage earrings made out of cable ties, and Design Technology is a continually-evolving their creative energy and problem-solving Scooby-wire bugs and woven flowers. subject and we work hard to stay abreast of skills, enjoying the privilege of using some new technology. This year the boys had the of the latest technology. The boys learn Grade Five boys investigate Structure, opportunity to see how a 3D printer works to work with the Design Process which specifically housing, designing their and we brainstormed the many ways this involves: Investigation, Design, Making, own houses in Google Sketchup and in new technology could improve our lives. Evaluation and Communication. Built Minecraft. They then construct their own We discussed ways that 3D printing could into the curriculum is an emphasis on houses using Junior Tradesman Junior be incorporated into our existing Design understanding the impact that technology House Kits. Afterwards they engage with Technology curriculum in the future and are has on our environment and society, which some simple mechanics, using the Dacta hoping to have our own 3D printer in the is why we recycle and avoid waste as much Lego kits to investigate the relationship Design Technology Laboratory soon! as possible in the DT Lab. between speed and power, and construct Sam Parry gear chains, use bevel gears and The Grade Three boys investigate Flight and worm gears and rack-and-pinion gears construct their own kites. We also make effectively. mini paper planes and helicopters which can often be seen spiralling down off the upper levels of the school. In the second half of the year they build bottle jet racers

ROBOTICS CLUB DPHS has now been running an extra mural Robotics Club for three years. We Grade Six boys learn about hydraulics and are incredibly grateful to The Victor Daitz pneumatics, first by using syringes and Foundation for sponsoring this club, tubing, and then Lego kits and building which is run as an outreach program with sliding doors, hospital gurneys and jaws out of recycled 2L bottles. Apart from Clarence Primary School. We meet for an of life. In the second half of the year they constructing the wheels, axles and chassis hour a week all year round, and learn how learn about Digital Photography – basic they also design their own spray paint to effectively construct and program a photograph composition and then have stencil and decorate them. We then pump Lego Robot. In September we competed enormous fun with perspective. They also their colourful creations full of air from the in our second First Lego League (FLL) use editing software to further explore compressor and race them along the school competition which focussed on waste their creativity. We have macro and corridors. We also build elastic-powered and recycling. This year we entered four fish-eye lenses which attach to an iPad to gunda-gundas and construct challenging teams, all of whom had to present their experiment with, as well as a Go Pro. We 4x4 courses for them. own solution to a current problem, as well end the year with a fun look into the world as build a robot, within specifications, The Grade Four boys engage with Food of animation. that could lift, turn, pick up and carry Production, planting non-GMO seeds items and use colour, motion and sound into our monkey-proof vegetable garden Grade Seven boys are entrusted with more sensors. They were also interviewed which is watered by a solar-powered pump dangerous tools and equipment (after an about their robot and its functions. We connected to a Jojo bin. We supercharge in-depth talk about safety!) They begin were one of only four Primary Schools our veggies by feeding them with compost their year by building a go kart which they that competed. It was wonderful to see and ‘worm wee’ from our worm composter. have to design in 3D on Google Sketchup. so many Prep Old Boys representing their We now also have a hydroponic plater. We They then produce a list of tools and new high schools. We were absolutely bake carrot cake and banana bread, and materials required in order to construct the thrilled to win the Robot Performance finish the term off by making ice cream. In go kart. Their spray painted go karts are Award trophy this year. the second half of the year they investigate donated to rural pre-primary schools up the

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DPHS is travelling smoothly along the using this in a meaningful way to vital research these programmes are used digital highway as our infrastructure has encompass the ICT curriculum. to extend tasks covered in the classroom. been superbly maintained and the means In the SP Phase the learners extend the to achieve the suitable ends are being The Grade 7 boys enjoy creating a music skills taught in the foundation phase with introduced at timeous intervals. This slide show in MS Power Point as well as the emphasis on MS Excel and MS Power year saw the upgrade of all classroom working in MS Excel and Word to design Point. Digital photography and Windows charts and workbooks using a variety of computers, the introduction of an iPad Movie Maker has become an exciting and policy for staff and the implementing computer skills. They were introduced to of the @ctivated classroom program the basics of block coding using code. to upskill and improve staff org and took part in the ‘hour of code’ knowledge of the resources program. becoming available to them. The reading programme, Readers are The pros and cons around Leaders, is accessed weekly and is used to digital classrooms and the improve the boys’ reading speed, memory, need for all students and word recognition, comprehension and staff to be digitally grammar. connected is an The Computer Club on Monday and ongoing debate, and Tuesday afternoon remains a hive at Prep we realise the of activity where boys can relax, play necessity to prepare games and complete ICT tasks. our boys for the digital needs in society; but our Steve Aucamp focus is more on a blended learning where teachers and pupils can benefit from the resources available and not be dependent solely on the digital community. Thus our IT curriculum focusses on the creation of theme based content, conversation and not merely on consumption. Reception Unit lessons take place once a week and the emphasis is on correct handling of the mouse, technology terminology and vital hand-eye coordination skills. Grades 1 to 3 are actively encouraged to work in teams or as a class to access educational games and to research information/data. They are able to access the Address Bar and type a relevant address which is linked to topics covered in the classroom. They are also taught important keyboard skills and project fun task in the Computer Lab and is based learning takes place continuously. integrated into the particular IT task. The introduction of block coding in the Pupils from Grades 2 to 6 are involved in form or Scratch and Tynker has allowed the research and editing specific information boys to form a greater understanding of relating to the classroom and thereafter how programs are designed. Together with

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MEDIA CENTRE

We realise the importance of books Once again we donated boxes of beautiful parents for their kindness. The Grade 7 and reading so we continually strive to books which we collected during our boys spent some quality time reading and encourage boys to find the treasure in the pre-loved book collection drive, to non- chatting to the elderly folk at Emmerson printed word. The Hooked on Books Road governmental organisation, LEARN. In House. This visit is eagerly anticipated by Show is always warmly received and this keeping with the idea of helping those less our senior citizens. plays a big part in encouraging boys to We entered a team for the first time in the seek out the selected books to find out how Literary Quiz Competition run by Durban they ended. This year’s show was really Girls College. It was a wonderful experience outstanding and the boys tumbled into the ‘There is more for the four boys and we hope to make this Media Centre to borrow the books. Another a yearly event. May all boys continually very popular way of encouraging a love of treasure in seek the treasure in books. books is to host book fairs. Our previous fair, Book Time Book Fair, closed shop and books than With a heavy heart we say goodbye to Linda Horning who retires at the end of the year. we found a replacement in Books2You. This in all the Mrs Horning has been the director of Media proved just as popular and boys spent a Studies and has been instrumental over significant amount of money purchasing pirates’ loot on the years in shaping the library into what books. They really know the importance of it is today. She has a wealth of knowledge investing in a book. Treasure Island’ which she has shared over time… a The news-board outside the Media Centre Walt Disney veritable treasure chest! We thank her for featuring current affairs, cartoons, comic her dedication, commitment and passion strips, brain-teasers and inspirational and wish her all things wonderful… and messages has proven to be very popular lots of lovely reading… as she takes a fortunate, the Grade 6 boys participated in well-deserved break from the stresses of a with the boys and visitors. This goes some the Santa Shoebox Drive. Santa shoeboxes ‘working life’. way towards keeping everyone abreast with were donated to registered under-privileged the latest. children. We thank the boys and their Manorgari Muthusamy

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THE VICTOR DAITZ SCIENCE EXPO

Congratulations to our Grade 6 and Grade 7 boys on producing exhibits of a very high standard at our Natural Science Exhibition. There were 76 exhibits in total. The Grade 6 learners presented a science demonstration that was meant to be fun, yet educational. It was remarkable to watch young learners perform experiments that amazed and entertained onlookers. The Grade 7 investigative studies produced work that was again swayed towards renewable and sustainable energy resources. The young men of DPHS have shown that they care about the future of mankind and that of our planet. We will all agree that there are definitely scientists in the making at DPHS. Congratulations and well done boys. Alistair Naidu – Natural Science HOD

Grade 6 Most Catchy Title Nicholas Hatton and Luke Hitchings ‘Now you see me, now you don’t’ Best Interview Yahshiv Moodley and Jibran Mulla ‘It’s all about the bass’ Most Impressive Demonstration Alex Bossert and Taine Roothman ‘Misty Delights’ Best Support Material Adnaan Masood and Azhar Akoob ‘The Dancing Porcupines’ Grade 7 Most Catchy Title Byrne Howell and Jake Mileham ‘Beans of Light’ Best Interview Nabeel Jeewa and Hrthiq Ramlal ‘High Flyers’ Most Promising Project Zachary Correia and Conna Reynolds ‘Mind Panels’ Best Support Material Nabeel Jeewa and Hrthiq Ramlal ‘High Flyers’

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junior primary christmas concert Mrs Claus to the Rescue Produced by Glenda Marklew, Desiree Veerasamy, Shahnaz Vawda, Kate Martin and all the Junior Primary Staff

The pupils and staff in the Junior Primary Department gratefully acknowledge ALL our parents for their support. We extend special thanks to: • Music and Drama: Sally Perks; Annette Briscoe; Kasia Vosloo • Sue Matthysen, Loretta Downham, Maria Vidal and the team of mothers who helped with the transport and the tea for the Grandparents’ and Senior Citizens’ production • All the parents who helped their sons learn their words and those who so kindly donated chocolates and eats for the Grandparents’ and Senior Citizens’ tea • Black Coffee for the sound system • Jenny Bunyan for her assistance with the props • Des van der Spuy from Dance Direction for her choreography of some of the dance routines • Gilbert Edouard-Betsy and the Grounds Staff for their support • Sue Dinsdale and Sharm Malherbe for their administrative work Most of all we would like to thank the STARS of the show OUR GRADE 3 PUPILS! They enjoyed every moment in the spotlight and their enthusiasm, dedication and hard work helped to make the concert a success.

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PERFORMING ARTS

Performing Arts Introduction

This department had a busy, productive and corridors were filled with music in the studios. In May the Grade 3 and 4 boys year. Drama lessons, the Speech and Senior and Junior Primary Departments enjoyed the KickstArt Theatre Company’s Drama Festival and the School Play respectively. They were assisted by Madlen performance of ‘Shrek’ at the Sneddon ‘Cluedo’ were directed by Georgina Tzankova who provided sensitive vocal theatre. A highlight of the year was the Mabbett Kelly for the first, second direction for the senior singers in the Prep visit by the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra and third school terms. Glynis Harker Choir. on 28 July. There were performances for the JP section and for the SP section so assumed responsibility for the Senior All music teachers offered lessons in Primary Drama in the fourth term and we the entire school was able to enjoy this the Instrumental Music Programme. The experience. welcomed Kasia Vosloo into the Junior sounds of violins, guitars, recorders, Primary Drama classes. Annette Briscoe saxophones, voices and drums filtered Annette Briscoe and Sally Perks made sure that our hall daily from the Lothian Court Music Director Performing Arts

CLASS OPEN ASSEMBLIES 2015

Term 1

6 March Grade 5 Huber – Words

20 March Grade 7 Davis Spirit of Rugby

Term 2

8 May Grade 4 A Celebration for Mothers’ Day

15 May Grade 5 Ferreira – Heroes

29 May Grade 6 Armstrong Watch Your Tongue

12 June Grade 1 A Celebration for Fathers’ Day

Term 3

14 Aug Grade 5 Laatz Anti Rhino Poaching

21 Aug Grade 6 Yelseth – Choices

4 Sept Grade 2 – Grandparents’ Day

18 Sept Grade 7 Phillips Rugby World Cup

Term 4

6 Nov Grade 6 Woodcock Remembrance Day Assembly

13 Nov Grade 7 Bedford Thanksgiving Assembly

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PERFORMING ARTS

DPHS Instrumental Music Programme The first Music Progress Concert of the year Luca Robinson, Nicholas Kidd, Jake Mathenjwa, Jesse Ramsamy, Aaron was held on Monday 24 March 2015. Mileham, Lucas Peria, Matthew Ropertz, Drimmie, Shrivaar Balgobind, Jibran Bonga Mathenjwa, Mlondi Mbonambi, Mulla, Luca Robinson, Shivay Munien, Inspiring performances were delivered Riley Mallett, Jonathan Wilmans, Liam Tiago Robinson, Lucas Peria. Programme by:Jonathan Wilmans, Jack Guye, Jesse Rupnarain, Jesse Ramsamy, Thomas Two: Darragh Kidd, Kristian Bunyan, Ramsamy, Joseph Padayachee, Bonga Hammond, Shayden Naidu, Kristian Akhanya Madiba, Corbin Nel, Teshaan Mathenjwa, Kristian Bunyan, Shayden Bunyan, Jaiden Prakaschandra, Jedd Moodley, Mlondi Mbonambi, Jude Bunyan, Naidu, Matthew Ropertz, Liam Rupnarain, Poovan, Aaron Drimmie, Douglas Wilson, Tom Mileham, Nicholas Hamilton, Fynn Direshan Anamalay, Tiago Robinson, Tom Mishen Govender, Nikhil Prakaschandra, Arenhold, Ulrike Naidoo, Jake Mileham, Mileham, Joshua Taylor, Aaron Drimmie, Shivay Munien, Flynn Bunyan Che Arenhold, Matt Coetzer, Flynn Bunyan, Jared Moodley, Mishen Govender, Jedd Spencer Klue, Thomas Hammond, Josh Poovan, Flynn Bunyan, Max Chapman Congratulations to all the boys who performed in the final Music Progress Goodwin, Mishen Govender, Ethan Reeves, Family and friends of these musicians concert of the year on Monday 3 November. Aidan Jack, Yahshiv Moodley, Arnav enjoyed their presentations at the second Programme One: Jedd Poovan, Kyle Howden, Dasrath, Josh Maskell, Sam Spooner Music Progress Concert of 2015 on Monday Kirav Balgobind, Aaron Naidoo, Direshan Congratulations to these Prep musicians 1 June 2015: Shrivar Balgobind, Tushar Anamalay, Ndalo Gama, Michael Howden, who have passed music exams in 2015 Bhikha, Arman Pema, Fynn Arenhold, Tushar Bhikha, Sahil Ramdeyal, Tendekayi Jack Guye, Sahil Ramdeyal, Wasim Mulla, Moto, Zaakir Essack, Joseph Padayachee, Trinity Guildhall Direshan Anamalay, Akhanya Madiba, Yousuf Fakey, Riley Mallett, Jonathan Flynn Bunyan - Piano Grade 3 Tiago Robinson, Max Chapman, Ché Wilmans, Wasim Mulla, Liam Rupnarain, Matthew Coetzer - Violin Grade 3 Arenhold, Tom Mileham, Ulrike Naidoo, Axel Hayes, Troy Giannakopoulos, Bonga Jedd Poovan - Violin Grade 3

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CHOIR Back: L Lourenco, C Nandh (Captain), B Pearson, B van Noordwyk, A Jack, F Bunyan, G Sjouerman, N Roy 5th Row: O Bamber, H Ramlal, B Pearson, M Pender-Smith, M Lehman, Y Singh, C Nel, A Dasrath, Z Correia, J Taylor 4th Row: N Kidd, L Rowe, J Mileham, E Watt, J Goodwin, J Heath, N Jeewa, J Lawrence, D Van Rooyen, S Matthysen, J Saunders 3rd Row: W Veitch, C Horak, M Gore, D Hislop, N Bergset, M Van Wyk, L Coetzer, Y Paruk, Z Howell, J Savic 2nd Row: Mrs A Briscoe, K Koloko, J Poovan, B Mhlongo, Y Thandar, M Machi, J Bunyan, J van Wyk, N Prakaschandra, R Dawood, A Nunan, J Kitto, Mr H Pike Front Row: H Badat, A Madiba, M Bergset, L Williams, C Kruger, A Manilall, C Saks, M Mbonambi, J Sjouerman, N Hamilton Absent: Mrs S Perks, Mrs M Tzankova, K Cockcroft

Choir The Choir of 2015 will be remembered for the large group of Grade 7 singers, many of whom sang in the choir from Grade 3. These singers made up twenty five percent of the choir. Nicholas Bergset, Joshua Taylor, Nirav Roy, Brett Van Noordwyk, Hrthiq Ramlal, Zachary Correia and Brent Pearson contributed solo items for performances in 2015. Due to the ever changing nature of the senior voices, these vocal solos distinguished our choir at the performances given during the year. Choir Technical ‘roadies’ Meerten Van Wyk and Yahya Paruk ensured that technical assistance was available for every rehearsal and performance. The enthusiasm and energy when the choir led the singing in Monday morning Assemblies was often commended in the course of the year. The choir was invited to sing at the following: • Westville Senior Primary School Choir Evening – 23 April • Maris Stella Choir Evening – 20 May • Performing Arts Evening - 3 June • Festival in the Hills show ‘Big Broadway, Small Stars’ 29 August • New Boys’ Visit - 25 November • Remembrance Assembly -6 November • Thanksgiving Assembly - 13 November • Speech Day and Prize-Giving - 3 December

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GUMBOOT DANCERS Back: N Jeewa, M Moosa, A Parekh, N Ngcobo, N Ncgobo, Y Paruk 2nd Row: O Bamber, M Simamane, N Bhagwan, N Roy, H Ebrahim, M Joyce Seated: A Makhathini, J Miller, Mrs A Briscoe, H Ramlal (Captain), Mrs A Levine, N Mtoba, Y Paruk

Gumboot Dance and Marimba Band The Gumboot Dance Team contributed to events by interacting, encouraging and supporting all participants in the events. This was in addition to entertaining audiences and sustaining the tradition of Gumboot Dance. This has become a defining feature of the Gumboot Dance Experience at DPHS. The team proudly performed at the Islamic Medical Association Baytul-Nur Dinner Fundraising dinner. They were great ambassadors for our school. Apart from the performance, they passionately sang the National Anthem and bonded together as a clearly unified team. Competently led by Dance Captain Hrthiq Ramlal, assisted by Vice Captain Nqubeko Mtoba and leaders Ayanda Makhatini, Mpendulo Simamane, Joshua Miller, Ndumiso Ngcobo and Noah Ngcobo, the team hosted workshops at the International Marimba and Steel Pan Festival in Gauteng in July. The observation of Prep parent and Chairperson of the Governing Body, Ian Bamber, clearly illustrated the experience: (The IMASF) ‘…a world made up of vibrant, frenetic energy; a world where boys are given the opportunity to express themselves in ways they never imagined. The energy and enthusiasm exhibited by our DPHS boys was infectious; in fact, the teaching workshop hosted by the DPHS boys became so popular that kids from other schools came back again and again to take part in it.’ (Ian Bamber) Team members played in the Marimba Band competition. Their rendition of ‘Up Town Funk’ became a firm favourite when performed at various Prep functions in 2015.

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MARIMBA PLAYERS Back: J Maskell, S Govender, M Coetzer 2nd Row: C Arenhold, A Dasrath, J Saunders, S Matthysen Front: A Wesselink, S Berchowitz, Mrs A Briscoe, J Naidoo, M Bott

GUMBOOT DANCE AND MARIMBA BAND PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS • Marimba Workshop for Emang learners - 9 April • Gumboot Dance Workshop for learners from Emang School - 10 April • Islamic Medical Association Baytul-Nur Fundraising Dinner - 22 May • Performing Arts Evening - 3 June • The Touring Team presented workshops and performed at the Fourth International Marimba and Steelpan Festival hosted by Education Africa in Gauteng – 31 July to 2 August. • Team members performed a Marimba Piece ‘Uptown Funk’ in the Primary School category of the Marimba and Steelpan Festival - 2 August. • Sunflower Fund Bandana Day Fun Run - 15 September • New Boys’ Visit - 25 November

GRADE 5 MARIMBA BAND This new marimba band provided music for the: • Friends and Founders Cocktail Function - 27 August • Opening of the Art Exhibition – 24 November

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Drama

The Annual Performing Arts evening, which included items from the Speech and Drama Festival, selected by adjudicator Helana Olivier, Break Dance, Gumboot Dance, Marimba Band and Choir items showcased the multiple facets of the Performing Arts Department. The Speech and Drama Festival Bursary recipients for 2015 are Matthew Mountford and Noah Jackson. SCHOOL PLAY ‘CLUEDO’ The 2015 Interhouse drama competition followed the same format as last year, in which each house was responsible for one scene in the combined school play ‘Cluedo’ written for Prep by local playwright Marc Kay. Points were awarded to boys based on their individual performances, by guest adjudicators, Haylea Hounsom, Chloe Clark and Tammy Saville from TAKE 5.

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AWARDS Merit Certificates for boys who gave Stand-Out Performances: Evans: Daniel Peter, Cael Van Der Vyver, Luke Hitchings, Rowan Van Rooyen Bullimore: Mickele Lehman, Joshua Miller, Dillan Valjee, Nabeel Jeewa Haysom: Ziyaad Jasat, Shukvir Mothilall, Samuel Spooner, Jude Bunyan Stubbs: Nishay Bhagwan, Oliver Bamber, James Burns, Duncan Biccard Best Dance Number: Haysom - ‘Shot Me Down’ Most Memorable Character: Tristan Trollip, for his role as Ms White Most Promising Performer: Spencer Klue, for his role as Detective Inspector Grey Most Enthusiastic Performer: Thomas Gibbons for his role as Constable Holmes Best Actor: Ndumiso Ngcobo for his role as Constable Holmes Best Backstage Crew: Evans - Yusuf Paruk and Meerten van Wyk Most versatile Backstage Crew members: Stubbs - Vuyisile Kheswa and Gabriel Sjouerman

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VISUAL ART 2015

Bryce Woolf Zolani Ndokweni Declan-Stone Wensley-Hill

Jadyn Naidoo Ntobeko Dlamini Josh Aitken Thor Knutsen-Smith

Abhay Nunan Connor Gabriel James Burns

Dean Macleod-Henderson Guy Joughin Matthew Mountford Max Chapman

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VISUAL ART 2015

Wyclef Christensen Gabriel Sjouerman Dillan Valjee Weston Jelf

Hamza Mahomed Matthew Stewart Matthew Watts Stefan Swart

Suraav Ramlugaan Banzi Duma Matthew Bergset

Luke Lourenco Anirudh Bansal Luke Rothman

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VISUAL ARTS

Back: Y Singh, W Simjee, J Saunders, L Nazar, S Matthysen, J Brown, W Jelf 3rd Row: Mr H Pike, E Watt, J Jadwat, T Gibbons, N Zikhali, J Timothy, D Macleod-Henderson, Mrs A Levine, Mrs B Thatcher 2nd Row: L Coetzer, M Maree, K Henry, J Sjouerman, L Tombleson, J Savic, L Mdletshe, J Bunyan, C Reardon, M Chapman, A Bansal Seated: F Bunyan, W Christensen, C Nel, T Gould, C Kruger, Z Jasat, M Bott, A Knox-Davies.

This year our photo gallery of the studio in the exhibition hall this year. Grade 5 displayed at our exhibition really captured boys have made very varied clay-work the energy of the boys, and the great pride projects, and have learnt to exploit the they feel at the successful completion of 3-dimensional properties of this medium one of their works. Making art is challenging to full advantage. Grade 6 boys have on many levels: not only do new techniques had good success with their lino printing need to be mastered, but also boys need to projects: an activity requiring concentration persevere in order to complete a complex and perseverance through its various work. Every artist experiences a creative stages. The Grade 7 learners have once ‘off day’ at times, and it’s getting through again enjoyed expressing their inner ‘rock these obstacles that require that extra bit of star’ personae, and the guitar project was focus. We are extremely proud that our boys Dr Howard Gardner, Harvard Graduate revisited this year by popular demand! embrace the challenges and opportunities, School of Education. which are presented in the visual arts Our annual art exhibition opening was programme and in the process learn more enhanced by a marimba performance from about their own abilities and talents. our Grade 5 boys, and a spirited rendition Exhibitions of ‘Rock around the Clock’ by the school Our Grade 3 boys have really made the most choir. Grade 7 learners, Nirav Roy and of the varied projects on offer, and have Berea Combined Schools Exhibition: Luke Lurenco did themselves proud with coped with large formats, and detailed Glenmore Primary School their address to the gathered audience, in colouring. Their Space Panels this year were which they explained how they had enjoyed Eden College Green Fest particularly dramatic, and much admired their experiences in the art studio across Exhibition at the JP art banner festival held in the 3rd their years at Prep. We were delighted by term. The Grade 4 boys have enjoyed the DPHS Annual Visual Arts the support of the Prep community in the textile activities in their curriculum, and Exhibition viewing of the exhibition. their Native American portraits certainly captured attention as our central frieze Annemarie Levine and Brenda Thatcher

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VISUAL ART 2015

Wesley Simon Greg Armstrong Matthew van Straten Anele Myeni

Duncan Biccard Oliver Simpkins Luke Hitchings Jonty Brown

Corbin Nel Thomas Hammond Jens Paton

Haydn Comins Nqubeko Mtoba Joshua Maskell

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Connor Carey Billy Brooks Mishen Govender Scott Cliff Slade Jewell

Zachariah Howell Armaan Manilall

Mlondi Mbonambi Nikhil Prakaschandra Charlie Good Tumiso Nkosi

Noah Jackson Levi Iyaloo

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RECEPTION UNIT CONCERT

A Shake Up at the Lake Our annual concert ‘A Shake Up at the Lake’ was a wonderful tribute to the 2015 Grade R group.

The stage was adorned with a brightly coloured array of pond creatures and other interesting characters, buzzing with excitement and eager to be part of this much anticipated event and their performance on the night was superb. Grateful thanks to Sally Perks for her invaluable contribution to this production and to all the DPHS staff who assisted on the night.

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BLUE GROUP Back Row: G Le Meme, J Harding with Mr Bo (class mascot), K Howden 3rd Row: J Doig, S Jadwat, J Swart, L Tedder, O Smith 2nd Row: Mrs J Theunissen, H Harker, M Wedderburn, T Ashton, N Watson, C Courtney, M Mqadi, Mrs L Phipson Front Row: S Giai-Minietti, C Burke, Z Essack, T Thompson, T Mheta, S Gangat, M Akoo, Y Motala, R Young, T Manilall, L Oliva

‘Play is the highest expression of the boys in each group. The daily School lessons was also offered at this level. human development in childhood for it Readiness and Literacy programmes During the first and fourth terms, the boys alone is the free expression of what is (introducing both Letterland and Thrass), attended swimming lessons at the Jubilee in a child’s soul. ‘ Friedrich Froebel. in addition to our fortnightly themes, form Pool under the close guidance of their the basic foundations from which most three coaches and these were replaced by The DPHS Educational Trust Reception Unit learning opportunities arise. Outings and ball skills in the second and third terms, offers a unique Grade R experience. Our presentations are offered as an extension boys are grouped into three classes, each facilitated by the GARVZ coaches. to these programmes and included: a visit with their own professionally qualified from GARVZ and Sharkie; a talk on dental Other important calendar events which teacher and teacher assistant. As the first hygiene by Dr Darby-Wade; a presentation encouraged integration with main school year of the Foundation Phase, our school by ‘The Reptile Man’ with his very popular activities included: a fun relay race in the morning offers a stimulating, activity- albino rock python called ‘Marshmallow’; Junior Primary Sports’ Day; a visit to the based programme where, through quality an excursion to Windermere Shopping Grade 4 ‘Countries and Cultures’ day; a experiences, the boys are encouraged to Centre; baby bathing demonstrations for fun time dining at Café Prep and a much develop a positive self-image, an enquiring each group; a Puppet World presentation anticipated outing to the Prep Tuckshop. mind and a healthy respect for the rights entitled ‘Round about the Baobab Tree’; an Additional entertainment included a superb of others. outing to Durban Central Fire Station and production by ‘Hooked on Books’ and a Our day is especially designed to a ‘survivor’ activity morning. Integration captivating performance from the KZN accommodate a careful balance between with Main Campus continues to form an Philharmonic Orchestra, not to mention fun, informal play opportunities and essential element of our unique programme sneak previews of the DPHS School Play, structured group learning times - as well and helps to familiarise the boys with ‘big the Grade 3 Christmas Concert and special as those priceless, unscheduled moments school’ life, in preparation for the following assembly dress rehearsals. Our boys were that allow for spontaneous learning to year. Our pupils attended weekly Music, allocated into their DPHS Houses and emerge! Our class mascots, Hearty, Care Computer and Drama lessons, developing a proudly participated in the House Dress Bear and Mr Bo, continue to provide close rapport with their specialist teachers. Days, wearing their respective house kit motivation, affirmation and comfort to A brief introduction to weekly isiZulu with great pride.

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GREEN GROUP Back Row: M Jansen, H Smith, A Theophilus 3rd Row: V Badree, T Wright, T Sklarchik, K Boucher, B Saddington 2nd Row: Mrs L Phipson, Mrs S Fennell, J Jones, A Phungula, Z Van Der Nest, M Mills, S Neill, R Walsh, Ms T Massey Front Row: A Babajee, B Hughes, D Gokal, J Slogrove, M-Z Shaik, X Hopkins with Hearty (class mascot), G Aboud, M Southwood, M Mqingwana, C Yarrow, M Seedat Absent: S Naidu-Rule

Parental involvement is encouraged and pupil left with a host of special memories we are most grateful to all the Moms What is Mrs Bland’s of the day’s events. The Grade R school year and Dads who offered to help out in their important job at DPHS? would not be complete without a visit from own way with various events. Our sincere She makes everything safe for us. Father Christmas, who arrived amidst great thanks to Bronwyn Matthews and her team John-Alan Harding excitement and kept the boys intrigued with of hard working ladies for running the his enthusiasm and fun explanations to the weekly puzzle library for the boys. Special She is half a doctor and half a person who curious questions asked. Grateful thanks to helps people who need help at our school. thanks also to our Mothers’ Committee Prep old boy, Aston Lawson, for his role in Oliver Smith who assisted with various functions executing this special event. throughout the year. All parents attended So she can get money for her and Community outreach activities for the year an informative evening at the start of the her family! encouraged support for the ‘Reach for year to gain a better understanding of Sulaimaan Jadwat your Slippers’ campaign, the ‘Bread Tags’ the guidelines and expectations of Grade She looks after the school and she is the project and a weekly charity collection R. Later in the term, Kerry Salvesen, an boss of the small Prep. for the SPCA. Additional services offered educational psychologist, addressed Tyler Ashton to parents included individual and parents on ‘Consequences and Boundaries’ To be the principal! She is the boss of class photographs by Kwa-Zulu Natal for children. Our Parents’ Activity Evening Reception Unit! Photo, hearing screening by Heidi Allan enabled Moms and Dads to create Yusuf Motala & Associates and eye screening by Nicci something for their sons, using the art Raubenheimer. and anti-waste materials provided. The games, followed by a variety of game stalls sponsored Winter Walk encouraged all and ended off with a few fun events for The Reception Unit staff play a vital participants to complete 10 laps around the boys and their parents. The efficiently role in providing each child with a solid half a rugby field, with oranges, water run stalls and well stocked Tea Garden foundation on which to build and their and sponges on offer to refresh our little were kept busy with eager customers passion and commitment is clearly evident. ‘comrades’ along the way. Our Family and this, together with the great carnival This year we welcomed Sandy Fennell and Fun Day kicked off early with mini-soccer atmosphere, ensured that each Grade R Tasmin Massey onto our staff as Green

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RED GROUP Back Row: J Reilly, B Norman with Care Bear (class mascot), R York 3rd Row: K Williams, J Hope, L Brown, S Maharaj, L Fayers, P Ioannou 2nd Row: Mrs L Phipson, Mrs K Bruorton, K Welch, J van Dongen, R van Zyl, M Nhassengo, J Hughes, T Smith, Ms C Bartlett Front Row: M Roberts, A Matthews, T Maharaj, Y Dawood, D Sarkhot, M Sultan, S Amod, A Ngcobo, K Cubitt Absent: E Clarence, S Hopkins

Group teacher and teacher assistant This report would not be a true reflection respectively. They joined Karyn Bruorton, Interesting discussions around of the 2015 year without paying tribute to Justine Theunissen, Bridget Bland, Nolca Miss Smit’s wedding Nicholas Biyela our security guard, who Lushaba and Casey Bartlett to form a passed away tragically earlier this year, remarkable team. Grateful thanks must Miss Smit carries a bouquet because she after 10 years of dedicated service. For also go to Biyela, our Security Guard, has got a husband. those who had the pleasure of knowing and Mr Mfeka, our gardener, for their Tinashe Mheta Nicholas, he was a hard-working and contribution in ensuring the safe and She carries flowers for Mr Theunissen. reliable individual, effective running of our school. Henry Harker who was a loyal member of our As the 2015 school year drew to a close, She wears a veil so that people know that team and a great we prepared for the retirement of our much she is getting married. ambassador for his loved ‘Mrs Bland’. Bridget Bland joined Muhammad Akoo company as well the Reception Unit as our administrative as our school. He She wears a veil so no dirt gets onto her. assistant in January 2002 and over the always went beyond Kyle Howden past 14 years, she has made an enormous the call of duty and contribution to the growth and success of She wears a veil to stop the sun coming was well-respected our school. Our office will just not be the into her eyes. Leo Oliva and loved, not only same without her! Bridget has touched by the staff of DPHS, the lives of many pupils and their families When Miss Smit comes back she will be but also by the boys, their parents and his along the way, benefitting from her Mrs Theunissen but she will look the same. colleagues. Grateful thanks to the DPHS infinite wisdom, pure passion for Prep and Matthew Wedderburn Educational Trust and the greater Prep willingness to go that extra mile. We wish community who supported Nicholas’ family Bridget a happy retirement and know that through this difficult time. He will be fondly assured us that ‘Prep blood runs in her this will be a wonderful new chapter in her remembered always. life. Although she will be sorely missed by veins’ and we know that she will always past pupils, parents and staff, she has remain a close friend. Les Phipson Head Teacher

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The beginning of a new year always brings mindful of the importance of maintaining members of the KZN Cricket Union and with it the opportunity to make a fresh a balance. At the International Boys’ several Dolphins players lent their support start as well as the promise of new and Schools Coalition Conference in Cape Town, at the first Mini Cricket session of the exciting opportunities. The freshly painted attended by three JP teachers during the year and in the second instance DPHS classrooms created the appropriate July holidays, a presentation on recent hosted an U9 Rugby Festival with local and environment from the outset and the arrival research cautioned against boys spending interprovincial teams participating. The of 262 boys with their incumbent energy, too much time on Grade Two outing immense potential and excitement around computer games. to the Pinetown the prospect of starting a new ‘adventure’ This is not owing to Gymnastics Club and in their new grade, set the year off to a concerns about the their Boot Camp at successful start. content but rather Giba Gorge put these because boys need boys through their A great strength of the JP Department is the to be exposed to as paces in a thoroughly wonderful team of dedicated, experienced many experiences as enjoyable way and staff. This year this strong team remained possible that involve the Grade Three unchanged apart from the fact that Sandra person-to-person overnight excursion May was appointed as a second JP Head interaction as these to the Roselands of Department and Liz Murphy and Kate allow for the crucial Outdoor Adventure Martin both celebrated marriages. Each development of Centre provided verbal and non-verbal real adventure communication experiences. A skills, for which boys presentation by need more direct dentist Dr Timothy instruction than girls. on Oral Health Care, basic vision screening by optometrists And so our programme is designed to Nikki Raubenheimer and Leanne Fenwick provide our boys with an educational and a ‘Lunchbox Delights’ healthy eating experience that focuses not only on and cooking demonstration by Kasia Vosloo establishing a sound academic foundation of Sho’Chef were valuable inclusions. but also on their emotional, social and Personal growth opportunities, which allow a child to express himself in a variety of ways and develop emotional wellbeing, are inherent in the boys’ daily experiences and one is congratulated on the Arts and Culture programme enhances this new development these. The pleasing standard of the items in their lives. Core to presented during the Speech and Drama the team’s approach is Festival, the outstanding performances at a commitment to the the Grade One Fathers’ Day assembly, the care of the whole child Grade Two Grandparents’ Day assembly as each boy is guided to achieve his potential and to become a positive contributor to society. The teachers’ vision and excitement at new educational opportunities have ensured physical wellbeing. While these elements that the programme has remained relevant are interwoven into the day-to-day and has provided appropriate opportunities programme, teachers plan additional and and experiences for the boys. new activities each year to enhance the learning experiences. As the mimio boards have become an integral part of lesson planning and the Healthy living and developing a healthy incremental implementation of iPads has body are vital and the extensive sports begun, teachers can already see the great programme supports this. Two additions benefits of this technology for the boys’ this year took place during the cricket learning experiences. We are, however, and rugby seasons. In the first instance

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for allowing children to develop resilience Reading is a key vehicle for expanding our responsibility. world view and exploring our responses. While this is an integral part of the daily Social responsibility needs to be nurtured literacy programme, several additional and empathy is considered an important component of true character. It was so activities were organized to promote encouraging to observe the boys’ extremely and inspire. World Read Aloud Day was generous responses to the Feed the celebrated with stories, related discussions Babies Fund, their donation of books and and promotional stickers, the Grade One stationery for under-resourced schools, boys celebrated the completion of the their participation in Bandana Day and initial phase of their phonics programme the provision of chocolates for the Senior by dressing up for Letterland Day, a Hooked Citizens attending the first concert on Books presentation provided great performance. Learning to respect and care motivation to read thanks to a highly for the world around them is another key entertaining show and there was significant element of the boys’ education and the support of the Book Time Book Fair. ongoing success of the weekly recycling drive is a testament to the boys’ positive The year has certainly been busy and response. The Grade One visit to The Flag the activities varied and constructive. As it draws to a close and the Grade Three Concert ‘Mrs Claus to sincere thanks are due the Rescue!’ showcased the talent of the to the parents for their boys and enhanced their communication invaluable support, the skills and confidence. The JP Banner Art boys for their vibrant Festival was added to the Friends’ and and committed response Founders’ Week and every JP boy’s artistic to the challenges and talents were celebrated. The presentation experiences inherent in by the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra their school life and the enlightened the boys to ways in which one teachers for their vision, can communicate through music and the care and dedication. This report and the content of the following Animal Farm and pages give only a glimpse into the Mitchell Park Zoo, ‘adventure’ that 2015 has been but there the Grade Two outing is no doubt that it has been a year of hard to the Umgeni Bird Park and the Grade Three excursions to uShaka Marine World and Mitchell Park proved to be enjoyable and worthwhile experiences. The Grade Three boys enjoyed a real theatre Puppet World show experience when they viewed ‘Shrek! ‘Round about the Baobab Tree’ and Gisele The Musical’ at the Elizabeth Sneddon Turner’s ‘Eenie Meanie Greenie Grow’ Theatre. The important topic of emotional presented by deaf mime artist and comedian health was covered in an interactive Sibo Masando both educated the boys about and entertaining way by a Puppet World ecosystems, in a highly entertaining and presentation entitled ‘Feelings and interactive way. Spring was celebrated by work, fun, excitement as well as facing and Emotions’. A presentation to parents by the addition of beautiful hanging baskets overcoming challenges on both a personal Educational Psychologist Kerry Salvesen in the JP Quad and this, together with the and inter-personal level. In other words it covered the topics of ‘Anxiety in Children’ Grade One bean sprout project, enabled the has been a successful school year! and ‘Boundaries and Consequences’ and boys to become aware of the work involved in gave invaluable insights and guidelines caring for plants. Carolyn Gilroy – Junior Primary HOD

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What my teacher Flag Animal Farm does when she is not at school Cooks and goes out and does things around the house. Finally she has some time to herself so she puts her feet up and eat dinner. Mohammed Mujahid Hansa Is sick at home! Kyhil Chetty She goes shopping at the moll and then she gows horse riding. Walid Dawood She goes home and walks her dog called Mia and after that she goes shopping at Woolworths and then she goes home and marks our books. Mehal Bodri After school Miss Twaddle sneaks into the We went to Flag Farm on a bus. I loved feeding the tortoise and touching real harbour and goes to a little rock pool with wolves and feeding the guinea-pigs. There was a baby lam that I saw and it was Miss Langley, Mrs Greensil and Mrs Everitt. only 2 days old Connor Doig Then they turn into mermaids and swim all over the place. Connor Staude Yesterday we went to the Animal Flag Farm. I saw a ram and two wolves. They were cuddly. I felt like a cowboy when I went for a ride on the horse. Tayne Naude My teacher is a super hero when she is not at school. She has laser eyes and she has a At the Animal Flag Farm I saw wolves. I went on a tractor and I fed the animals. black belt in karate. James Sinclair When I was milking the cow it spat on me. Nabeel Jhazbhay When Mrs Everitt goes home I think she has My best part of our visit to the Animal Flag Farm was the rams because we got to coffee and types messages and watches feed them and play with them. I also went on a horse. It was very bumpy. My worst Master Chef. James Joughin part was milking the cow. My favourite part was touching the wolf. It was soft. We also got to touch two snakes. They were smooth. Muhammad Shuaib Bacus I think she writes reports and then goes out to eat and then she writes more reports He poots them in the He gets angry and then he throws the bad Harshal Daya What does the teeth dungeon so the tooth in the bin. Mathew Marais I think Mrs Everitt sleeps or goes shopping germs don’t come out. tooth mouse do I think he gets glue and puts the tooth and buys shoes. Abubakr Jhaveri Oscar Dreyer with bad teeth? back into your mouth. He only gives you R1 I think she finishes marking her books so He throws them in because the tooth is bad. He checks the she can play with her kids. Morgan Smith the bin at the very bottom so I can’t see. tooth every day. Michael Howden Shaiyur Somlal I think Mrs Everitt does the laundry and The tooth mouse polishes the tooth. When then cooks and then she does Christian’s He will put it back and you will not get any the tooth is polished the tooth mouse gives homework. Thomas Francke money. Jack Woollatt it to the tooth fairy. Matthew Mottram

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Parents My Dad’s favourite food is a bunny chow and his favourite pudding is chocolate mouse. Gabriel Dinkele I love my Granny because… I love my granny because she makes the best dinners and the best desserts in the world. My granny doesn’t use a walking stick but she does wear glasses. Ethan Venter She gives the best hugs. Oliver Ludwig I love my Granny because she buys me lots of toys. She gives me warm hugs and she is fun to talk to. Shivay Soodyall I love my Granny because she looks after me and she makes me nice food. I love her and she loves me. Mikaeel Mulla I love my Grandpa because… My Grandpa is special because he plays soccer with me even though he is in a wheelchair. Thomas Staniforth My Grandpa is special because he teaches me how to play golf and he buys me lots of chocolates. Ethan Aitken My Mkulu doesn’t work and I love my Mkulu because he gives my sweets and he looks the same as my Gogo. My Gogo is so cute. Junior Nzama Advice for the Springboks Try your best and push forward. Richard Port The Springboks need to get fit. The Beast and Patrick Lambie should be put on the field for You must always help each uda. Damian Dicks the whole game. Keane Petzer Springboks to win the world cup you must Hi my name is Jake. I know you are busy in the tackle properly, pass properly and be serious! World cup but listen guys I want your attacking Zakhele Ngcobo to improve. You must tackle sharp too. Springboks to win the world cup you must train Jake McDonald hard every day, eat your vegetables and tackle My name is Emihle. I have been watching your properly. Bradley Cook games and I am sad because Jean de Villiers is I think that they should bring John Smit back. leaving you but can I give you some advice. You Patrick Lambie needs to be on the field from need to work on your tackling and your passes the start. The Springboks need to practice their too and don’t drop the ball when you kick it to running. Taylor Seiler the posts. Emihle Gazu I think that the Springboks need to work on My name is Tyron. I am impressed with you in their scrums and they need to practice their the rugby world cup. You are very good players. line outs. Thomas Foster I hope you win. Tyron Smit

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He is a kriketer and plays for the dolfins. He is a famous bollur. Luke Raubenheimer A man who dances and he is famous for singing in a band. Amaar Essack A man who helped a sick dolphin get back to its family and that is why he is famous. Samuel Heath A man who is an archaeologist and he finds bones and he puts them in a museum. Thomas Aylward Is a man who is famous. His job is to be a dancer and it is an opportunity to do his best dance moves. Trent Rayson Jamie Oliver is a rugby player and that is why he is famous. He is good at kicking Luc de Robillard Jamie Oliver is a movie star. Thistin Chetty Jamie Oliver is a famous chef. He fights for children to eat healthier. Matthew Mottram Jamie Oliver is a comedian. He is famous because he is very funny. Muhammad Shuaib Bacus The move to Grade 2... Dear new Grade One boys... I will have to be more confident and focus You are going to love Grade One and if you would like to have an awesome year and never give up. I will get more busy then listen to this advice. First when the teacher is talking be quiet. Second, work cards and I must always listen and don’t talk in Assembly and third always be well behaved. Emihle Gazu have a smile on my face every day. I hope you enjoy Grade One. It’s about having responsibilities. Luke Wessels Thomas Cruickshank You will like Grade One because you will have new friends. Sometimes on Friday I hope that some of my friends will be in my you can play toys and if you can behave then you can watch a movie. No breaking class. I will try my best to work hard and to the school rules! Danyaal Motala listen to my teacher. Tayne Naude Have a blast in Grade One playing on the jungle gym! It is fun to do maths but I think in Grade Two I will need to work most of all you must listen! Sebastian Laudenberg a little harder. I will need to practice my You are going to love your teacher and I’m sure you will make lots reading and writing because I want to be a and lots of friends like me. You are going to love reading little better at these. Shivay Soodyall and learning how to write. Be kind to your friends and don’t be a bully. On sports day you can run so fast that you can I think Grade Two will be so much fun. I even come in first place. You will also have swimming in think I will need to work faster and I will Grade One and you will love doing Maths. James Joughin need to be more responsible. When I go on excursions I will try not to lose my things. Muhammad Shuaib Bacus

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Magic Beans A long time ago there was a prince named Jack. He helped his mother in the garden. She told him not to go in one part of the garden but he did not listen. He dug a hole and found a skeleton town and a golden casket filled with beans. He planted one and at once a plant grew bigger than a sky scraper. He climbed and found gargoils at the top as well as a giant. Jack climbed down fast and went to tell the king. The king’s men put hot oil in the moat and saved the castle from the giant. Mohammed Mujahid Hansa Once upon a time there were three boys. One boy said I want to plant a bean. He planted a bean tree then he went to sleep. Then when the night had come he opened the door and the stalk had grown into the sky. The boy started to climb the tree and then when he got to the top he saw magic. He saw cupcakes that was his favourite cakes and he stayed at the top of the tree for ever. Yasir Moosa Once upon a time I woke up in the morning and my bean stalk was so tall. I climbed it and when I got to the top I got such a big surprise. I had so much fun that when I bought shoes there was more money coming out of my pocket. I had so many sweets and all the people were so happy and the animals were so cute. I played games with the people and then I climbed down the beanstalk and was just in time to have breakfast and get ready to go to school. Jan Bothma Our own rhymes

Mike went down the hill. He found a golden drill. He used it to make a spell. But he fell in the well. Liyema Tafeni The troll was feeling sad And feeling bad Because he lost his mole On top of the pole. Luke Wessels I found a shell so I rang the bell I made a spell with the shell But then I fell in a well. Lance Kitto When I was small I had a little ball I would play with it all the time While I sat on the wall. James Joughin

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Back: D Motala, J McDonald, 3rd Row: M Oliva, T Francke, A Amod, L Tafeni, J Els, E Gazu, Mrs J Everitt 2nd Row: D Louw, J Joughin, L Wessels, Y Moolla,T Smit, S Laudenberg, J Marais Seated: H Daya, M Smith, H Kotze, S Perumal, J Frost, A Jhaveri, L Kitto

Back: M Abdul, L Thom, K Ndabeni, C Doig, D Dicks, N Heron, S Suleman 2nd Row: K Chetty, W Dawood, R Port, D Chrystal, J Watkins, L Raubenheimer, O Dreyer, Mrs X Greensill Seated: J Aitken, T Pakendorf, M Hansa, Z Zastron, S Somlal, K Doyle, A Sewpaul Absent: O Ludwig

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Back: S Heath, T Cruickshank, C Gannon, L Wilson, Y Moosa, T Aylward, M Bodri, Ms D Langley 2nd Row: A Iqbal Vally, B Cook, E Venter, G Dinkele, T Moodley, J Bothma, J Woollatt, Y Rajcomar Seated: Z Ngcobo, M Marais, T Rayson, Y Aboobaker,

E van Jaarsveld, J Nzama, A Essack Back: T Staniforth, N Jhazbhay, 3rd Row: K Petzer, M Mottram, M Mulla, M Howden, M Essack, S Soodyall 2nd Row: M Shuaib, T Woods, C Staude, Cameron, B Mullins, T Seiler, L de Robillard, Miss K Twaddle Seated: T Chetty, T Foster, Q Shaik, J Sinclair, T Naude, S Naidoo, E Aitken

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Our school cat Sharky Sharky is a very nice school cat. He is black and white and has been given a nice home. He likes to come into the classroom. Zaid Motala He is so much fun and makes us laugh when he comes into the classroom. Joshua Hansmann Sharky is cute and he likes me. He runs around the classes. I love Sharky. Ethan Zungu Sharky is such a cute cat and he does not bite and he supports the Sharks. Christopher Grout I love him because he comes and visits us every day. Tristan Uys He is so cute and he likes to come into our classroom and sit on cars. Cohen Naidoo He is the best and most friendliest cat in the whole world! Jackson Jeffers Is furry and playful and likes to get stroked. Brent Stiles He is cozy and fun and likes to cuddle up on your foot. Matthew Butcher

RHINOSLetter to the president: Dear President Zuma Please save our Rhino. Please! Please if you see a poacher put them in jail. It’s one of our Big 5. They are so special. It’s also my dad’s favourite animal and I love them so much. How would you feel if someone chopped off your nose? Thank you for listening. Bye. Joshua Fouché Dear President Zuma Please tell the world stop killing Rhinos! Imagine what a difference it would make if we did not kill rhinos! Yusuf Mahomedy A letter to the poacher Please stop killing the rhino. If you kill a rhino it’s like killing the African family. It is cruel! Stop being so cruel. You are not cool! Aaron Drimmie Please stop killing our Rhinos because it is our nature. Imagine if you are a rhino and someone killed your mother. How would you feel? And that is what is happening to our rhinos. You are doing evil things and you should be ashamed of yourself! Jaiden Prakaschandra You can also dream big. Thanks for your autograph. You are amazing. Me and my Save our Rhinos please! How would you feel if library teacher listened to your games especially the quarter-final 134-1. De Kock someone killed your mother? Rhinos love their 75. Du Plessis 37. Sangakara’s retired! Yay! In the semi-final vs New Zealand. moms as much as we do. If this carries on our great I took sooo much time watching and listening to you. Can you tell your buddy grandkids won’t see a rhino. James Kershaw Amla he’s also amazing. And I’ve got a signed JP Duminy Cricket bat and where did your singing voice come from. I would like to thank Vernon, Morne, JP Dale and you for the best deliveries I’ve seen. Please if you have any spare time can you please come and visit us at DPHS. 99 Gordon Road, Morningside, Durban, South Africa. My friend Alex also loves you. So do my other friends Jordan, Daniel, Matthew, Lawson, Sanga, Jason, Zaid, Yusuf all think you are great. From Lucas Peria 7 years old. My teacher and library teacher and all the sports staff thinks you are the best man on the planet. I’m going to live my life by never giving up! Lucas Peria

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What I have learnt this year What do these idioms mean? You are driving me around the bend? You are making me go crazy!! I have learnt how to be kind and to respect Morgan Siljebrandt • You are making me happy. Ntsika Mkize • You are not driving well. other people. And how to greet adults. Yousuf Fakey Jordan Matthews You are skating on thin ice? You are being naughty and are going to get a I have learnt times and divide and to never smack. Matthew Terblanche • Soon you are going to be in big trouble. Simon Hill • give up in whatever I am doing. You are getting under my skin. Jaxon Ribbink • You are very nervous. Aaron Naidoo Morgan Siljebrandt To burn the candle at both ends? You can’t do two things at once. Direshan I must be kind and always try my best. Anamalay • You are doing very hard work. Jordan Matthews • If you are having load Don’t distract one another when you are shedding you can burn the candle using both ends. Zack Maduray • To fight with two doing your work. Sanga Mkhize people at the same time. Azim Osman New operations in maths for example how What is a dirty look? You don’t take a shower. Zack Maduray • When you get dirt to times and divide and so on. I have learnt in your eyes. Cole Young • An evil look. Zia Motala • Rolling your eyes Fynn Arenhold manners and respect. Muzakkir Khan I have learnt so much this year. I have learnt how to do maths and how to read and all my sounds. Elijah Robinson Maths and sports and reading and I have learnt so much in the time I have been here. Jeremy John To share, to be kind, to write neatly and to have fun. Tushar Bhikha Respect, patience, a tiny bit of Geography. Aaron Drimmie To be respectful, to let others have a turn, to be thoughtful, and to celebrate other peoples success. Huzaifah Ally That I am a good reader and I am grateful for the year. My teacher is generous. Jordy Downham That it is ok when you get something wrong. Just try again and do your best. Dylan Buck To not be rude and to be responsible and to give others a turn. Matthew Butcher How I am feeling about Grade Three: I am feeling happy because I heard Grade Three is nice. And I want to know what hard maths is like. Lwandle Sosibo I am feeling sad because I don’t want to leave Mrs Murphy’s class because Mrs Murphy has the best class! Ziya Hassim I am feeling grateful because we are going to learn a lot more work than we do now! Jackson Jeffers

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Thank you for inspiring me and for helping me learn a lot Thank you for taking us on excursions, for the teachers, of music and drama. Thank you for making me better at and the visual art festival. Tendekayi Moto my work. Lawson Dinsdale Thank you for making me a good disciplined Prep Boy. Thank you for inspiring me to do extraordinary things and Wasim Mulla for the wonderful outings. Daniel Buckley-Roe Thank you for teaching me to swim well. Thank you for all Thank you for giving me a lot of fun work and for letting Thank the lovely sport and your teachers are doing such a good us bring marbles and stickeez to school. I love coming to job. Bukhosi Zondi DPHS. Yusuf Jeewa you Thank you for making me a Prep boy and teaching me Thank you for being the best school ever. Thank you for manners and lots of respect and how to be kind and teaching me new things and for the new friends I have loyal. Thank you so much. Zuhayr Mohamed made and for my nice teacher. Jason Campese DPHS Thank you for the kind teachers, for the tuckshop and the Thank you for the amazing outings, for my lovely teacher big fields. Thank you for the jungle gym and the security. and all the sports we have learnt. Riley Mallett Arman Pema Thank you for letting me have such a good education and Thank you for the sport and for teachers teaching us how letting me play all the sports Tristan Uys to be independent. Zaid Motala Teaching me good manners. Giving me sport to play. Thank you for teaching me lots of things and letting me Having a big junglegym. Having a very good school. have so much fun. Alex Wesselink Thomas Taylor

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How the frog How porcupine got his hop got his quills Long long ago in the world frogs did Long ago porcupine had a beautiful not hop. Frogs used to walk back then. coat of fur. He told the animals that he Once upon a time in Kenya there was was the most beautiful animal. Chee- a frog named Ben. One night Ben went tah told lion, fox, tiger and rhino to to look for something to eat. He saw help him stop porcupine boasting. They his friends Jim the owl and Penn the all said yes. They made a trap. Lion porcupine. Ben asked them to help him. then walked up to porcupine and said Jim and Penn said no but told Ben that do you notice that I am very hungry for there are flies by the river. Ben went to you porcupine. Wait! What? Ahhhhh the river he found the flies. Ben tried screamed porcupine. Lion chased to catch the flies and chased them for porcupine into the trap the animals two hours. The flies flew up and hid had made. It was full of spikes. Ow behind the branch of a flattened tree oww oww owww! said porcupine. All and Ben followed. The flies came to the the spikes were stuck in his back. His end of the tall branch and flew off. Ben back was so sore! Porcupine washed jumped off the branch and fell on his in the lake to try to take the pain two front legs. He had broken them and away. He went to the doctor. The doctor had to hop for the rest of his life and couldn’t get the spikes out. That’s how from this day on every frog hops. porcupine got his quills. Shivay Munien Alex Wesselink

My Mom always says... Matt stop watching TV. Matthew Terblanche • Tie your laces. Arman Pema • Go do your homework! Zaiem Bodiat • Are you hungry? Yusuf Jeewa • I will always love you. Lucas Peria • Well done! Tiago Robinson • Have a nice time at school Cole. Cole Young • I love you no matter what. Yousuf Fakey • Good boy. I love you. Keegan Milligan • Good attitude and discipline and you will have a better future. Nitai Pertab • Don’t go on the roof. James Pohl • Don’t watch TV! Mitchel Garreau • Good night, good morning, God Bless and I love you. James Kershaw • You are the best boy in the world. Riley Lindsay • Hurry up Dylan! Dylan Buck • Remember your manners and please and thank you. Thomas Taylor My grandparents are... The best in the world because they always support me. Jackson Jeffers • The best people I have ever met in my life. Luke Wimbush • Kind because they spoil me and my brother and they make us breakfast. Ziya Hassim • Kind, beautiful and good chefs. Mitchel Garreau • The best ever. They give me sweets when they are not supposed to. I love hanging out with them. I love them. Thomas Taylor

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Back: N Pertab, M Khan, L Wimbush, N Mahomed, C Naidoo, L Sosibo, R Mallett 2nd Row: Z Hassim, E Robinson, T Wyatt, A Osman, J Wilmans, T Uys, Z Mohamed, Mrs L Murphy Seated: K Milligan, Z Mpanza, J Jeffers, B Zondi, R Carey, C Grout, A Hayes

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GRADE Three Roselands 2015 On 17 September I was going on my first overnight excursion. My mom said it will be fun. When we arrived I was talking to my friend Damon. Then we were all packed and ready to go. I sat next to Liam it was a two hour trip to Roselands. Me and Liam talked all the way there. Finally we were there and we had our lunch. We got to meet a real bushman he taught us what arrow to use for snakes, big buck, birds and little buck. Then we were doing a scavenger hunt. We had to fetch toilet paper and put it in a bucket. After the scavenger hunt we went to the obstacle course. It was very muddy. We went down a slide into mud I was very scared and we had to walk through mud that was up to my chest. It was so cold I felt like my fingers where going to fall off. After that we went to have a nice warm shower. Then we had dinner and went to bed. When I was in bed someone was doing armpit farts. We were all laughing. Then eventually we went to sleep. In the morning we studied some bugs then we packed up and went back to the bus. I was excited to see my mom and dad again and it was super fun. Kai Surtees I enjoyed falling off the slide and into the mud. Emmanuel Mqingwana. I had to eat a whole spoon of coffee powder! Jackson Horn. I loved having to stick my whole head in flour. Brydyn Barnabas. I loved going down the slide into the squishy mud. Josh Southwood. A bushman showed us how to make a fire. Joseph Padayachee. I loved playing soccer and swimming in deep mud. Jesse Ramsamy. I loved getting very, very muddy. Akhil Sitharam. Houston, we have a problem… too much mud! Luke Davidson. I loved the songs they taught us. Liam Stokes. I loved how the bushman showed us their objects and techniques they used. Jadyn Naidoo. I loved sliding into the mud. Muhammed Amra. I loved showering in the icy cold water! Luca Ronbinson. My best memory is tripping and falling into the mud. Yusuf Dhai. I loved feeling the squishy mud. Jared Pearson. I loved putting my head in the flour and looking like a ghost.Hrehan Maganlal. I loved going down the super-fast slide into the river. Jack Hughes. I loved playing in the mud like pigs. Damian du Plessis. This was my first time away from home.Luyanga Mkhize. I loved falling into the mud, it was awesome! Ahmad Seedat.

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V I S I T T O U S H A K A

Famous person I would love to meet Friends are special I would love to meet Hashim Amla the soccer. I wish I could be good like him some people because: SA cricketer. I like cricket a lot and I love day. Dawood Akoob watching him play. Hamza Joosab They play with you and make you smile If I had to choose a famous surfer I would when you are sad. They cheer you up I would love to meet Mick Fanning the still choose my dad. He is a famous, cool and you laugh with them. They make famous surfer. He is one of the best surfers surfer who taught me how to surf since I you have fun and they are helpful. in the world. I love his surfing moves. was two years old. He is so awesome. Thor Tristan Smith Joel Trickett Knutsen-Smith They take care of you and keep you I would love to meet Vin Diesel. I love I would have loved to meet Elvis Presley. I company. They look after you when you Fast and Furious. It is one of my favourite love the song ‘Blue Suede Shoes’. I love his are hurt. They make you happy when movies. He also gets to drive the cool cars voice and his cool hairstyle. you are sad. Bryce Woolf and fast.Shikar Rampiari Troy Giannakopoulos Friends are like family. They are funny If I had to meet a famous person I would I would choose James Bond 007. I love spy and good to you. They are special and love to meet Matthew Mole. I think his stuff and he gets to use super cool gadgets. caring. They share their jokes with you. singing is outstanding and he plays the He has set stunt records and I can’t wait Ammaar Osman guitar very well. I would love to get his for the next Bond movie. Ahmed Omar autograph. Josh Aitken They play with you at break and they I would choose AB de Villiers. My dad and make you laugh. They get help from an I would love to meet Christiano Ronaldo. He I love watching him play cricket. He is the adult if they get hurt. Ntobeko Dlamini is my favourite player. I would love for him best batsman in the world. The best part is to teach me skills and how to be good at that he is from SA. Jarred Kitto

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The Witch My Grade 3 year A witch is black She is winter What I liked about Grade 3 was the excursion to In a little hut. Roselands. I liked all the mud and slides. It was She is stormy raining but that was good because that made more Wearing a hat. mud. I also like the sports you get to play in Grade 3. She sits on a broom Luc O’ Brien On a witch show. What I love the most about Grade 3 was the She likes dark chocolate excursions. My favourite excursion was the one to Daniel Sweeney Roselands. I had so much fun doing the obstacle course although the water was cold. Brrrrrrrr. I also A Fireman like that in Grade 3 we have two breaks. We eat in A Fireman is red the first break and play on the field during the second He is summer break. What I also like is that we are the top grade in At a fire station. the Junior Primary and we get to be captains. I like He is stormy the Christmas concert. It was a nice experience to In a fire suit. stand on stage and say all those words. It was hard Sitting on a ladder work but it paid off. I Love Grade 3. Jarred Kitto Eating fire balls. Muhammad Butler What I enjoyed best about Grade 3: An Astronaut I enjoyed our overnight excursion to Roselands and An astronaut is white our Christmas play. Daniel Butler He is winter I enjoyed swimming because I got into squad. I also In space. enjoyed learning Maths and Afrikaans and Media. He is dark Jethro Goss In a space suit. I got to build a kite at Technology and it was fun Standing on the moon flying the kite.Ayanda Jackson With a chair On the news I enjoyed my first day at Prep as I made new friends Eating chocolate and my teacher was very nice. I also liked the Thomas Raubenheimer Christmas Concert at the end of the year. Ike Githinji What I liked the most was Sports Day because running is my best sport. Tristan Smith Class I enjoyed doing Art the best. We have a great art teacher who really motivates us. As pretty asSimiles a butterfly.Jadyn Naidoo Pradhisthra Doorsamy As loud as me. Jake Jansen If I won a ticket to As windy as a tornado. Josh Evans As big as a planet. Brydyn Barnabas visit any country, As hot as lava. Luca Robinson I would choose... As pretty as my mom. Jared Pearson I would visit Italy. My favourite food is As soft as a pillow. famous in Italy. It is pizza. I would love to visit Luyanga Mkhize Mugello. Dhevaak Naidoo I would visit the USA. I will see the Washington Monument. I would also go to New York and eat lots of corndogs. Seeing the Statue of Liberty will be amazing. Aashish Mandapati I would choose New York. I want to study there someday. Also technology is so advanced there and I can buy things and bring them to SA. It is also much safer there than SA. Dawood Akoob

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because I leave school at 12 o clock. We also don’t get homework. I get to play with my games and sleep late. Uzayr Mohamed Sayeed I love because it is a short school day. I enjoy computers and music and drama. I like them Friday... because we don’t do a lot of work. Jonathan le Roux because I get to do my victory dance because we finish school early. There is no homework and we have lots of specialists on Friday. So no work and we play. It is the best day ever. Matthew Ropertz because my two brothers and dad are not at home. My mum and I get to do things alone. We get to do fun things together and there is no homework. Dawood Akoob because I can watch DSTV. We have computers, design, music and drama on Friday. After school on Friday I get to sport with my big brother. I look forward to that. Siyabonga Nyathi

Interview with Neil Armstrong Interviewer: Good morning Mr Armstrong and welcome to the show Neil Armstrong: Thank you, it’s good to be here Interviewer: What an amazing experience to have just had. Tell us about it. Neil Armstrong: Well it was amazing and just an honour to have been the first man to have walked on the moon. Interviewer: What kind of training did you have to undergo? Neil Armstrong: We trained on walking in no gravity and controlling the space ship. Interviewer: What did it sound like when it landed in the water? Neil Armstrong: It sounded like a burning forest that got struck by lightening. Interviewer: What did the stars look like? Neil Armstrong: It looked like the sun. Interviewer: What did you do on the My favourite sport this year moon? Neil Armstrong: We hit a golf ball into My favourite sport this year was Cricket. I really enjoyed space and did some experiments. all the coaching and the matches we played. Cricket is so much fun. Max Stainforth Interviewer: How far did the ball go? Neil Armstrong: We don’t know. My favourite sport is rugby. I enjoy tackling and running Interviewer: Who came on with you? with the ball. Rugby is a tough game and I really love it. Neil Armstrong: Buzz came with me. We played matches and it was fun. Levi Iyaloo Kristian Bunyan My favourite sport was hockey. We played at the Astro and had a fantastic season. Ayanda Jackson

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Back: D Neill, S Phewa, B Kruger, J Snyman, D Goodway, L Rupnarain, Y Arjoon 2nd Row: T Raubenheimer, Y Moosa, D Sweeney, N Naidoo, K Bunyan, N Jackson, M Fayers, L Maritz Seated: S Naidu, M Butler, J Foster, Mrs G Marklew, K Dlamini, K Schaefer, S Perumal Absent: K Surtees

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Back: M van Straten, L Iyaloo, G Joughin, A Jackson, B Woolf, M Bassa 2nd Row: A Osman, Z Ndokweni, D-S Wensley-Hill, J Goss, M Stainforth, N Dlamini, M van Zyl, D Butler Seated: A Gora, P Doorsamy, Z Jaftha, Mrs S Vawda, Z Joosab, T Smith, B Esterhuizen Absent: I Githinji

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The year started with 90 ‘new’ boys entering the first year of their Senior Primary phase; a significant milestone in their school career. Many new challenges awaited Grade 4 report them in the classroom, on the sports field and in the cultural field. In the classroom the boys sat at their own desks (keeping them tidy was another challenge in itself); wrote with pens and earned their pen licenses; needed to cope with the pressures of continuous assessments, marks and positions in class. On the sports field the U10s practiced and played on a more competitive level. Water polo and tennis were also on offer. Cricket was the highlight of the first term, with almost the entire grade participating in as many as seven teams and all hoping to make it onto the Headmaster’s Top 10 Batting and Bowling ladder. The Dogzcool Incredible Dog Show presented by Lloyd Bristow and his highly intelligent dogs was much enjoyed by the boys and Gordon Road Girls. Rugby dominated in the second term. Much to the delight of most of the boys, they were now eligible to play 15-man rugby. The annual DPHS Rugby Festival in June was a much-awaited fixture on the U10s sporting calendar - a first for them and never to be forgotten. The boys excelled in their individual and class poems for the Speech and Drama Festival as well as in their Mothers’ Day Assembly receiving an A from the adjudicator. Preparing for the ubiquitous Countries and Cultures Day took up the greater part of the third term. The boys spent four intense weeks, during their Social Sciences lessons, preparing their individual country posters which would be used as ‘back-drops’ to their country’s table display. Moms and Dads all got involved on the day transforming the hall into a global spectacle. Everyone enjoyed their trip ‘abroad’ tasting and drinking all that was on offer. The boys also had to find time to participate in Athletics, Hockey and, for those who were successful in their auditions, the school play, ‘Cluedo’. Finally the fourth term and the much-awaited two night excursion to Giants’ Castle and Greystone Adventure Camp. Here the boys enjoyed many physical activities including a hike to the San caves to study their paintings and culture. This was without doubt a fitting end to a fast, fun and fulfilling year. Trish Miloszewski • Grade 4 Section Head

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Jupiter Jupiter is a gas planet There are no bears or bees The only hard thing is the core There’s definitely a raging breeze I did my oral on Jupiter And I really learned so much With a ring around its surface Jupiter is a planet you cannot touch Dominic Hislop Homework Homework, oh Homework What’s the deal? I would rather be outside Or having a nice meal Playing and chatting Sunrise at the waterhole Laughing galore When the sun rises in Africa the trees are like black witch hands. As the sun rises Not sitting inside... What a bore over the savannah the sky is blood red and the clouds are shaded from palest pink to Caleb McDonald dark crimson. The leopard wakes lazily from his sleep as the fish eagle soars through the blue sky. Kyle Setzkorn My Brother I only have one brother Sunrise I don’t wish to get another The blinding sun covered the silent giants that were drinking in blood red light. The He is only three crystal clear water flowed past the charcoal black trees. The king of the jungle slowly So he’s younger than me lifted up his head and mane and roared the African wind awake. Matthew Hayes He was playing with my bat And instead hit the cat AFRICAN Sunrise Tayur Govender The rising sun is as yellow as an egg yolk at first. It then grows brighter. There is juicy orange followed by pale pink and blood red. The last colour of the sunrise is the Homework blue of the morning sky. The deep black twisty branches of the thorn trees wake up I get so much homework every day. the sleeping animals. The roaring lions come to drink at the shimmerring water. A I still need to finish some from May wrinkled elephant blows his trunk in delighted. Hamza Mohamed I tried my best to throw it away But my mom found it the next day When I forget my mom says I’m lazy. But all this homework would drive you crazy. Luke Tombleson Cricket I love cricket I stand behind the wicket I catch the ball I never fall It hits the bales The batsman fails Chad Croshaw What’s under my bed? There is something weird under my bed It smells like something could be dead It looks like something shiny and blue It looks as ugly as my sister Sue I have a look and hope it’s loot Oh no - it’s just my old rugby boot Matthew Hayes

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GRADE FOUR DPHS Sports Day On Thursday 27 August it was DPHS Annual Athletics day. It started at 2:00pm. The boys gathered excitedly after school, all hoping that their house would win. Finally it was time to lead on. Every boy was shouting for his house as they paraded onto the field. The first race was the 800m. The favourite event was by far the tug-o- war. As the gun went off, the crowd went wild with excitement. Everybody was screaming for their house to pull. Next was the steeple chase and I was in it. For the steeple chase you started on your back with your right leg in the air. Then when Mr Goodwin said go, you had to get up as quickly as you could and start sprinting. When you got around the corner there were rugby post pole cushions that you had to jump over. About 50m on, you had to crawl under the A-frames. You ran around another corner and sprinted to the finish I love to get muddy all the time and Greystone is the right place to line. I came 4th for the steeple chase. Then get muddy. Jude Bunyan it was time for drinks and everyone looked All the teams had a singing competition. My team did not lose once, relieved. The next big event was the baton relay. Then it was Prize-Giving and Stubbs so we did not wash dishes. Sebastian van der Werff won 10 trophies! Eventually it was over. I had such fun at Greystone and I really want to go again David Pohl Haysom came 4th and Bullimore 3rd. There was a one point difference between 1st and We went to pigeon’s pool where some people jumped off a cliff. I was 2nd. Stubbs came 2nd and Evans came one of them. When you jump it looks easy but it is hard. You get a lot 1st. After that the boys walked back to of butterflies in your tummy when you jump.Ahmed Limalia their cars, exhausted. Matthew Stewart Giants Castle is called that because it looks like a giant lying down with a castle at his feet. James Kitto Dear Greystone Staff Thank you for having us. I had so much fun at Greystone. I was in scorpions with so many of my friends. The cooks made such delicious food I really wish I could have eaten it all. My favourite part was the river and banks game. I really like the silent dinner. I think it was funny how we had to feed each other. I enjoyed the hike. My favourite part was being told that I was the same size as a fully grown bushman. Once more I would like to thank the staff and the cooks at Greystone. I hope I can come visit again Under 10 Outstanding Athlete 2015, Ben Aylward because I had so much fun doing the activities at with his grandfather Stephen Pohl, who is a DPHS

GREYSTONE Greystone. Jua van Wyk old boy and won Outstanding Athlete in 1961.

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The 4th term was very exciting; we went for an Memoriesexcursion to Greystone. We went hiking, swimming and we slept in huts. We had to wake up at 6:00am to do PT (Physical Torture). Muhammad Ally My second term was a blast. The KZN Orchestra came to visit DPHS; they sounded amazing. We had the Rugby Festival and to celebrate we had Café Prep. We also had the Dogzcool show. It was very funny. We did a Mothers’ Day Assembly. We also went to watch Shrek the Musical at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre and it was so nice. The second term was my favourite. Uzair Asmal I was excited because the desks opened and closed and we didn’t have chair bags. James Burns The Shrek show was delightful to watch. Dogscool Agility Show Luphumlo Mhlongo On Monday, 9th March Gordon Road Girls and the Prep Boys were lucky enough to watch the Dogzcool Agility Show. There were five different The day I got my pen licence was a day that dogs but my favourite was Zing. Zing. She is a border collie and wears changed my life. Matthew Stewart a purple bandana. Her main trick was called the invisible lead. Zing The desks were really nice compared to the Grade 3 is also trying to break a Guinness World Record for longest human dog chair bags. Although we did drop them a lot! tunnel. I also liked Dazzler, the little toy poodle because she did around David van Rooyen about 34 tricks. My favourite trick was the ‘parrot-dog’ trick where Dazzler sat on Lloyd’s shoulder. I also loved the trick were Dazzler drove When I first walked through the gates of DPHS, I a toy car! Tiptop and Je’dor were also cool and did some tricks. met my wonderful teacher and that is where my I loved Hero, the German short-haired pointer. Grade 4 year began. Second term was my favourite He could spell ‘goodbye’ and ran very fast. Lloyd told term because it was rugby season. us how to train a dog and that you must always treat Christopher Horak dogs with love and respect. I loved the dog show. James Burns I came out in the top 5 because I had a teacher that never gave up on me. Yaaseen Mahomed My teacher’s name is Mrs Milo and I got a Milo bar on my birthday. Michael Thornton In the second term we did the Mother’s day assembly. I got to say two parts. David Pohl

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Thursday 3 September was the DPHS Countries and Cultures Day. It was held by the DPHS Grade 4 boys. The boys all arrived early and went to the hall to see what was happening. Everyone was excited for the day. At about 8.30 the Grade Three boys came. Mrs Milo asked a few boys to tell something about their country. Soon they started to come and taste the dif- ferent food, drinks and treats. After break we finally had some time to go and see all the decorations that the moms had set up. First I went to Italy to see the huge pizza oven. You could even make shapes using dough. Next I moved to Mozambique. They had sand behind the food store. France had a little radio re- porter. Brazil and Thailand had beautifully cut fruit. Mexico had delicious nachos. Switzerland had way too many chocolates but they were yum for the tum. Turkey had Turkish Delights covered with chocolate. After that I went over to Morocco. They had a hubbly-bubbly, so many boys were at Morocco. After break the rest of the school came. We were all tired and got to go home early for a rest. Zach Howell

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Back: J Timothy, C McDonald, T Nkosi, J Francke, M Jeewa, A Nzuza, T Govender, B Ribbink 3rd Row: J Jadwat, U Vanker, S Swart, S Gilchrist, C Everitt, J Hampson, M Hassam, N Schulte 2nd Row: K Henry, A Ngwane, D Hislop, K Setzkorn, H Mahomed, M Hayes, J Venter, N Prakaschandra Seated: C Croshaw, C Good, C Hunter, Mrs B Johnston, H Badat, L Tombleson, H Millard

Back: D Pohl, R Dawood, L Freitag, D Bush, J Kitto, M King, M Machi, W Veitch 3rd Row: K Koloko, M Shahid, M Thornton, K Bhagat, S van der Werff, C Horak 2nd Row: O Sopotela, R Jackson, A Nunan, A Limalia, B Aylward, J Poovan, J Bunyan, N Hamilton Seated: Y Mahomed, A Arro, C Saks, Mrs T Miloszewski, D Dreyer, S Balgobind, C Kruger Absent: M van Dongen

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Grade Five saw the entry of 81 enthusiastic ten year old boys into their second year in the Senior Primary phase. As such boys are now expected to be more organised and to apply Grade 5 report themselves diligently to the busyness of the school day. This is the first year that the boys are streamed largely according to their Mathematical and English language abilities. Top achievers in these areas are placed into an A-stream class, with the remaining learners being divided into two equal mixed-ability classes. This helps to extend the boys who work quickly and grasp new concept easily. In the mixed ability groups, areas of difficulty are identified and the pace of teaching is adjusted accordingly. Further assistance is given to smaller groups by Mrs Sadler, learning support teacher, who has the expertise and time to secure solid foundations. This also creates smaller numbers in the classroom, facilitating a more personal experience for boys when new concepts need to be consolidated. All My Grade 5 year has been awesome and a lot of fun. I have been in a learners complete the same curriculum and tests are wonderful class this year. The most exciting thing this year has been standard. taking part in the iCare Santa Shoebox project – just the thought of giving gifts to others warms my heart. Think about it – if you only The grade overnight excursion took boys down the ever got one present a year? The things they ask for most of us take south coast to camp Sweetdale for two nights. This for granted every day – soap, a facecloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, excursion forms an integral and valuable part of deodorant, a small packet of sweets or chips and a small toy. We each boy’s learning as well as serving to enhance the had such fun in Class wrapping all the boxes too. Prep experience. Here boys enjoyed many challenging Our Class Assembly was really good and had an important message outdoor activities which tested their ability to work for all of us. We talked about endangered animals and how we could as a team, using their combined thinking skills in save them. I learnt a lot from the facts we spoke about. My favourite order to solve problems. The Camp Sweetdale staff is subjects this year have been English and Social Science. I have had equipped in safety and combine to assist our staff to a really fun and interesting year in Gr 5 with an awesome teacher engage our boys in a meaningful experience. My Grade 5 Me m ories and good friends. Shaun Matthysen The annual Speech and Drama Festival was well supported by our boys. The many gold certificates received bear testament to the effort that the boys put into their preparations for this event. Class assemblies were presented by each class. 5A reminded the school to choose words wisely as once uttered they cannot be taken back; 5F discussed what it is to be a hero and 5L brought our attention to the horrors of rhino poaching. Much preparation takes place for these assemblies, with the boys being encouraged to exercise their public speaking and acting abilities. 2015 was a busy and successful year in the development of well-rounded Prep boys. Janine Huber • Grade Five Section Head

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Camp Sweetdale Experiences

The High Rope We walked through the forest to the High Rope. This was one of my favourite activities. We wore our safety harnesses, We called them bananas! The height was breath-taking, as we crossed! I stopped breathing! We clipped our bananas onto the rope. We walked on a cable, It was nearly 1cm thin! On one of the ropes, I raced across, My feet were shivering. Lucas was restless, He was shaking the cable, I went slowly, Keenan was very scared, The Climbing Wall But he showed bravery! I gripped the wall - We climbed off the High Rope, Climb… climb… climb… It was extremely scary, Scarier… scarier… scarier… But worth it! Finally - Anirudh Bansal I reached the top. I looked down, The Zip Line I was on top of the world. My dad took me to school, It was never going to end. We jumped onto the bus , As the instructor let the wire go, And off we went! I dropped! It was a strenuous journey, That... Was... Awesome! Finally…. We arrived! Sam Berchowitz The view was breath-taking, We put our bags on the tractor. Off it went, With us not far behind. We reached the camp, There was a Spanish-styled house ahead. We enjoyed the activities My favourite was the zip line. There was a long walk, We were tired. I was number two on the zip line My turn had come. I leapt off the deck, I was zooming down the zip line. The view was beautiful. The river was like dark blue glass, The countryside was amazing. I finally arrived at the end, We went again! Lucas McIntosh

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Ten more minutes, Flying up high My heart is pumping, Loves the wind Faster and faster! Acrostic Always moving The urge to jump up poems Glowing in the sunshine and shout: Mohammad Omar BREAK!

I mpatience The clock is whispering: TIK…TOK…TIK…TOK Too precious and cuddly It is driving me insane! Eyes so cute and looking at me Joshua Phipson Donned in a soft, smooth coat of fur Dressed up smartly and dangling on my shelf You will never believe how much I love him Bright, beautiful huggy bear Eyeing my every move And how I wish he could speak Reading with me until I fall asleep So I don’t feel left alone Javashkaar Naidoo

Really amazing Screaming fans Enjoy all books Offside Awesome adventures Crazy goals Dangerous risks Crashing in the net In an imaginary land Every game Nothing better Red card Get some books - READ Brandon van Tonder Matthew Coetzer

Embarrassment I stood at the crease, shaking like a similes blob of jelly. I swung the bat and The cricket ball soared through the air like a plane cutting through the sky. the ball smashed into the stump. The kitten was as fragile as an antique vase. I wanted to disappear. I felt my The boy completed his Maths as if he was a calculator. cheeks flush and saw the umpire give Matthew Bott me out. I wished that I could have The cricket ball soared through the air like an airplane taking off at a busy airport. been anywhere else in the world. The kitten was as soft and cuddly as a teddy bear, with lots of cotton. Adam Wesselink The Indian in the cupboard is as small as a tiny, squeaky mouse. Anirudh Bansal

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GRADE FIVE HEROES My mum is the greatest. She is my comforter. She is kind–hearted, loving and caring. My mum is the best cook in the universe. Her chicken curry is delicious. She gives warm hugs. Her jokes are just out of this world. When I am feeling sad she makes me happy .When I struggle she makes me happy and she helps me. My mum is a psychologist; she helps people like she helps African Serengeti me. My mum is my inspiration. She makes my life easier. She also helps me with my troubles and that is why she Slowly a golden ball of fire lifts over the horizon. The faint growl of a lion is is my heroine. Arnav Dasrath heard in the distance. A herd of wildebeest thunder past, racing towards the river. As they quench their thirst, they are not aware of what is lurking under My heroine is the lady I aspire to be like; my mom. My the murky water. Suddenly a monster with greyish-green scales leaps out of mom has made a big difference in my life and has also the water and clamps its jaws on a young wildebeest’s neck. Its jaws are like encouraged me to be the best that I can be. My mom has a trap. Once it gets hold, it will never let go. MZ Fakey taught me life lessons and also made me understand how privileged I am. She is a doctor and has influenced me to be very kind and humble. She has a very kind nature and is also beautiful. Her personality is amazing. wild africa My mom has done so much for me and my family. She We stopped… silence… we could hear the birds singing and chirping has inspired me to never give up, so if I fail, I should happily with their new-born young. We all watched the lazy, slow moving just try harder the next time. My mom is very important buffalo in the cooling mud of the afternoon. They were flicking their tails to me. I am very proud to say she is my mom. I am very at the annoying little flies that were fluttering around them. I could see the grateful to have such a lovely mother. My mom is way golden yellow fur approaching the muddy buffalo. His tail dead straight, his beyond words! Javashkaar Naidoo mane adapted to the colours of the bush, his feet coming closer and closer to the big grey buffalo…and then BAM! In one movement the majestic golden My heroine is Bethany Hamilton, the one-armed surfer lion leapt out and pounced. Ross Taylor girl. I have chosen her, for her amazing recovery after losing her arm and more than 50% of her blood to a shark, during a night-surf with her friends. Nobody thought that she would survive, but she pushed on and prayed for the best. Once she came out of hospital, she thought that she would have a miserable life ahead of her. She gave up on her dreams and gave all her boards away, hoping to never see them again. After a few months, she decided to get back into the water. She persevered and became better and better and made a board to suit her needs. She is now one of the best surfers in the world. She inspires me to never give up, even when I am feeling down, no matter what! Matthew Coetzer Nelson Mandela was a humble and kind man. He was a freedom fighter and fought to end apartheid in the late 1900s. Mr Mandela grew up in the rural areas and went on to become the leader of the ANC, as well as a great president of our country. As a freedom fighter, the apartheid government did not like him and he ended up in a dark prison on the spectacular Robben Island for about 27 years. He was released when he was about 70 years old. After that together with FW de Klerk he won the Nobel Peace Prize. I aspire to be like him as he is a hero in my eyes because he sacrificed his time and effort to help free our country. Mohammad Omar

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The KwaZulu Natal Orchestra’s Orchestra visits Prep in Town Yesterday the Kwazulu Natal orchestra The big surprise: visited Prep. There was a variety of The brass family, instruments in the hall. There were The string family, brass, percussion, woodwind and string The woodwind family, instruments. As they played, the conductor The percussion family, led them. The music was floating in the All in sync, air. When they played there was a rush Conducted by the conductor, up my spine. On the left hand side of the With his pencil thin baton. orchestra, there was a narrator and his sidekick (Timmy). Timmy was a comic– About 50 musicians, relief character. I was thrilled by their One conductor to lead them all, breath–taking music. Their music touched The excellent narrator - my heart. I could imagine a painting when And Timmy, the class clown. they played. The narrator taught us many They played theme songs from: different lessons and tunes about music. Star Wars, At the end of the concert everyone (except Pirates of the Caribbean, the orchestra) stood up and the orchestra Morning, played our national anthem. As we sang And others. I felt proud to be South African. What a magnificent concert. We sang our National Anthem, I sang with pride and passion. Javhar Naidoo Joshua Maskell

Back: M Omar, K Ikin, J Maskell, K Varyani, J Phipson, D Valjee, D Naidoo, S Govender 3rd Row: L McIntosh, MZ Fakey, A Dasrath, M Bott, R Taylor, A Wesselink, S Parry, B van Tonder 2nd Row: M Gore, J Ribbink, J Naidoo, A Bansal, J Naidoo, C Arenhold, M Coetzer, S Berchowitz Seated: K McLeod, M Omar, M Chapman, Mrs J Huber, W Bhengu, C Thom, A Peer

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Back: M Campbell, N Zulu, J Howse, A Jack, J Houston, M Davidson 3rd Row: U Sarkhot, C Jestin, C Shillaw, J Horak, H Comins, M Vawda 2nd Row: M Zwane, M Joosab, D Farland, M Moolla, J Heath, A Mahomedy, M Wellbeloved, K Wilken Seated: M Bergset, L Slogrove, K Moodley, Mr S Ferreira, S Mjoli, J Wilmans, L Mdletshe

Back: J Bentley, A Diplall, H Howell, T Arro 3rd Row: D Hammond, M Mansoor, J Saunders, K Boateng, Y Hassim, J Goder, S Matthysen 2nd Row: S Zulu, N Dixon, E Boast, N Kleyn, M Mountford, N Zikhali, M Hassim, H Mohamed Sayeed, Seated: I Venkiah, A Madiba, L Rothman, Miss H Laatz, M Maree, D Hayden, L Wilson Absent: B Mhlongo, A Litvinenko

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GRADE SIX

The Grade 6 boys have had a successful year both in the classroom and on the Sports Fields, with many boys Grade 6 report representing their school at a high level. The boys embraced the new challenges of Grade 6 and made the most of the opportunities available. The Grade 6 excursion this year took place at Greystone in the Midlands. The boys were housed in dormitories, enjoyed wholesome meals and participated in a range of activities which revolved around life-skills, group work, problem-solving and leadership development. The boys benefitted greatly from the experience. I was fortunate to be afforded long leave in Term 2 when I travelled overseas and enjoyed a relaxing time at home. I thank Mrs Ronwyn Lambert, for stepping in and ably teaching my class. This year is the first year at DPHS that the boys write formal examinations. The boys really applied themselves to their studies in preparation for these exams. This solid foundation will stand them in good stead in the years to come. I wish to thank my colleagues, Mrs Liz Woodcock and Mr Steve Yelseth for the dedication, love and interest they have shown towards the boys and we wish our Grade 6 boys every success in their final year at Primary School next year. Jean Armstrong Grade 6 Section Head

Bobby’s Hobby My Book There once was a guy named Bobby There once was me with a book Who did not have a single hobby Fishing and reading in a nook He started to swim A beaver was sly And although he felt grim And manipulated a fly Poor bobby now has his hobby To catch my book on the hook Duncan Biccard Jibran Mulla

Interruption The Pig There once was a big, massive snake There once was an overweight pig Who was sunbathing next to a lake Who enjoyed eating bacon and fig A farmer came along He slept by the bark Said the snake did not belong Until it was dark So he hit it so hard with a rake Then woke up and started to dig Nicholas Kidd Josh Goodwin LIMERICKS

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Durban, the warmest place to be. The crashing waves that break on the golden sand. The reason why I love Durban is Why I because there are many tourist attractions. I do not only mean a few, there are many attractions. Some of these include Durban Suncoast, Moses Mabhida Stadium, the I love Durban for many reasons. I love sparkling blue sea, the wonderful Kings those hot, summer days, the wind gently Park Stadium, the home of our Sharks and ruffling even the tallest trees. I love the many more. The colourful birds that sing beach and the feeling of sand between my and chirp that we see are quite rare. There toes and the sun blazing down on my bare are also rolling golf courses for example back. I love those rainy days, the minute Royal Durban, which is very tough and droplets pelting down against my bedroom challenging. The school that I attend is window. I love falling asleep to the sound DPHS which is situated in the heart of of frogs and crickets roaming around our Durban. There are stunning views from garden during the dead of night. I love the the classrooms and the opportunity of ice-cream shop which is always filled to seeing enormous ships is never missed. the brim with weird and wonderful flavours. If you want to live in a warm place with I love the farms, their aroma a mixture extravagant views make a change and of vibrant and pretty things, such as the move to Durban! apple tree and the yellow bees. I love the Suraav Ramlugaan monkeys and their cute, rotund faces; the look of longing in their eyes is always Durban makes me elated! In most cities, enough for me to spare them a treat or when you go to bed you can hear the two. I love all these things now and I will tintinnabulation as faint as fairy bells continue to love them forever. That is why ringing in the distance. But not in Durban. Durban will always be my home. Instead you can hear the waves churning Duncan Biccard on the shore, the birds soaring through the ever-blue sky. Durban is the best. The Durban is a place where freedom is sun is always shining, the sea is always everywhere. The calm, bright blue waves there and life is spectacular. I know we crashing on the soft sand. Where the sun had a tough time through apartheid, but is shining and not a breath of wind is felt. now we are climbing up the ranks, like a People doing what they love in Durban cheetah chasing his prey, to become the and happiness is alive. There are lots of best city ever. Imagine a day in Durban. activities for the energetic kids but during Go to school, after school go to beach, do the weekdays things get busy. The trains homework, eat supper and go to bed. If that are rushing, the cars are hooting and men is not an awesome day then I do not know are shouting. This is why I love Durban what is. Basically Durban is the Greatest. Luke Robertson Samuel Spooner

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Blizzard HAIKU Relentless cold Freezing in the cool weather Dying from frostbite POEMS Alex Bossert

Who Am I? Dogs Hunger hits my head Happy dogs panting Eyes relentlessly looking Soggy tongues licking faces Laughing at my prey Wet noses sniffing Alexander Hodgett Alex Bossert The Escape The Ocean Screams, gunshots, yelling Cool, calm, quiet, blue Obliteration, running … She sits there waiting for you Retreat, escape, joy Hope you visit soon Jonty Brown Matthew Pender-Smith Who am I? Tsunami Fast, deadly, intense Deadly destruction Razor sharp claws, it attacks The crushing of the water Silently pouncing Despair, Darkness, Death Kurt Williamson Taine Roothman Rubik’s Cubes Death Great fun during the Six colourful sides The soul of sadness Greystone Excursion from Two turns right and two turns left Happiness does not exist 9 - 11 March Where does this piece go? The pit of despair Greystone Yahshiv Moodley Sethu Jackson Flames Highlands Flames lick at buildings The Scottish highlands Scorching and destroying There are views beyond compare Death is all around Desolate, quiet Nicholas Kidd Nicholas Kidd Fear Fire You are paralysed Flames rage through buildings Cannot move a finger, nor even Burning through everything they reach Shake in your own skin Destruction is here Matthew Pender-Smith Ahmed Motala

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Camaraderie as the boys learned important leadership Greystone and teamwork skills

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Extract from Creative Writing The calm, deep blue sea with the glorious sun reflecting off the crystal clean swells looked inviting. I turned my head and saw storm clouds as black as the starry night and the wind like a dagger in my back was paralyzing me. The storm struck! The ship was torn into a thousand pieces of a huge 3D puzzle. Blackout! Wet and burnt, I was lying on a lovely undiscovered paradise for some, but for me it was a death trap. I struggled to get to my feet. I scanned my surroundings carefully, like a hawk, for any sign of life, but only the debris surrounded me. There was driftwood surfing the tops of the waves and drifting out on the horizon. I heard the lapping of the new baby waves taking their first steps into becoming a one hundred foot monster who surfers would dare to ride but come out second best. Luke Hitchings

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Back: N Nyembezi, M Lehman, B Pearson, W Simon, G Armstrong, J Ismail, C van der Vyver, A Hodgett 3rd Row: W Christensen, U Solwa, A Knox-Davies, T Larche, M van der Werff, F Bunyan 2nd Row: L Nazar, H Arbee, U Naidoo, F Joosab, J Miguel, Y Singh, R Hardwick, N Gama Seated: M Laudenberg, T Hammond, T Rautenbach, Mrs L Woodcock, E Watt, K Williamson, A Gumede Absent: J Brown

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It is often under the most immense pressure that the true test of a man’s character plays out and this is certainly true for the Grade 7 year of 2015. With the pressures of performing in the classroom, on the stage and out on the sports fields, incredible, it is wonderful Grade 7 report to see the resilience of the Prep boys. The excitement on the first day of school is certainly palpable as the hype around the Grade 7 year is a culmination of many years of waiting and preparation. Most old boys will tell you that their fondest memories of their time at DPHS are from their Grade 7 year.

The leadership programme at DPHS is run in such a way that each Spencer Klue, Kegan Cockroft, Reece Wilken, Oliver Bamber boy is given an opportunity not only to develop his leadership and Payton Elliot set themselves the challenge to support potential but also be a role model and mentor for the younger boys Reach for a Dream by raising sponsorship for their Amashova in the school. These positions of leadership and responsibility are Cycle team. They completed the 65km Amashova and bestowed on the entire Grade 7 group and every boy has a role to presented Kerry Donkin from the Reach for a Dream Foundation play in the success of the school. The class of 2015 took to their a cheque for R75 000 at assembly on Monday 26 October. roles and responsibilities with pride and passion and many have shown that they will develop into fine leaders of the future. The grade excursion to Spirit of Adventure was a fine example of how the boys reacted to difficult situations. The idea of putting them out of their comfort zone was applied liberally with many of the activities pushing the boys to their physical and mental limits. The success of such a camp rests largely on the enthusiasm and commitment of those taking part and the 2015 excursion was hailed a success by all involved; many saying it was the best grade excursion that they had ever attended. As an extension of the curriculum, the Grade 7 boys are taken off campus on various ‘Blokes’ Days’. These activities are planned to extend the boys and give them a bit of ‘down time’ while still allowing them to develop their life skills and grow as individuals. Time was spent at DHS, to give the boys a perspective of what high school life would be like for them. They spent time interacting with the staff and pupils and got an insider’s view of the running of a high school. The trip to Durban harbour for the sailing adventure was a highlight of the programme and the boys took much delight in being given the chance to navigate and sail their way around the harbour, under the watchful eye of the Sail Africa team. The snorkel lagoon experience at uShaka is always a much anticipated event and was thoroughly enjoyed by all that attended the fun day. On Monday 7 December the boys were treated to an experience of aeronautic proportions. The hall was transformed into a departure lounge to send the boys off for their Grade 7 Valedictory dinner. Drawing on all that we try to instil in our boys during their time at Prep, the dinner was about celebrating the endeavours and adventures in which the boys have partaken and 2015 will always hold a special place in the hearts of the boys and the mark they have left on the school will forever be a part of the history of DPHS. Ross Bedford Section Head

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Grade Seven Rock Stars

South Africa is the best country you will To be South African means to be part of come across. The beaches are some of the the rich, diverse cultures that are united to South Africa best and most beautiful in the whole entire form this country. Although SA does have I am proud to be a South African because world. Glenashley beach has best shore a bad side, it also has a very good side. of our rich history and most of our break ever and North and new Pier beaches Did you know that Cape Town was rated international sports teams. I am proud of have the best waves in Durban. My best the best holiday destination in Africa in day of my year is Braai Day. My family braai the natural beauty in the landscape of our 2011 or that South Africa supplies two so much that we eat steak, chops, ribs country. I am proud of our beautiful and thirds of the electricity in Africa which is and boerewors with potato salad for lunch quite amusing because we are subjected clean beaches. I am proud of the braai and and dinner for six days after Braai day. We the vuvuzela. I am proud of how we ended invite loads of people. In 2013 we invited to loadshedding. South Africa has a lot apartheid peacefully without a civil war. I forty seven people to come join us braaing of interesting different languages. The am proud of how we won the 1995 Rugby at a pad up the road from us. We braaied Cradle of Humankind in South Africa is World Cup. I am proud of how they weren’t everything! The kids has so much fun. We widely believed by scientists to be the birth the favourites but worked hard and got the swam, played rugby, cricket and soccer. I place of man. South Africa is also one of award they deserved. I am proud because I love South Africa. I am proud to be South the leading exporters of coal and precious am South African. Oliver Bamber African. Reece Wilken metals. Muhammad Solwa

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GRADE SEVEN My Prep Experience These last eight years have been an incredible experience. In the classroom, and on the sports field, Prep has made me the young man I am today. Prep has also prepared me for high school. During these eight years at Prep I was allowed to play many sports. The coaches did a fantastic job of teaching me how to play these sports. Without the coaches, my hockey would not be as skilful as it is today. In the classroom, the teachers helped me to fulfil my potential and helped me to prepare for exams. Prep has taught me many things such as manners, self-control, loyalty, and many more. From small beginnings, better fortune follows! Mehir Dabideen I have been at Prep for eight years of my life. While I was here, at Prep, I realised that this is one the best boys’ primary schools because DPHS their academics is of a high standard and they offer a wide variety of sport and other Prep I like DPHS extra-curricular activities. My best memories It’s a small, tiny beast It’s tidy, friendly, of Prep was jumping off the dam wall at Spirit Ready to pounce and feast. happy and sporty. of adventure, the Camp Out and Carnival, The beast is smart, strong and brave; the cricket and rugby tour and sailing in the Something that anyone would crave. Prep is my school – harbour. I have made many good friends, who There are many types that you can find, Oh yes! are always there for me. All my teachers since Jake Mileham Reception Unit have been great teachers, But not too many of this kind. especially Mr Phillips. My advice to the Grade There are many challenges along its road 7 boys of 2016 is that they should take every And a heap of courage will be shared. opportunity and work hard throughout the year, so when they ring the bell before they leave the The truth is, it is the best school at the end of the year, they know they Because it conquers every test. did their best and they leave the school as a Chad Nandh proud Prep Boy. Yusuf Paruk My greatest memories at Prep were when I ran onto the field for the first Rugby team and having the whole school watch. Another memory is being in the second team and having Mr Phillips as my coach and how he really helped me reach my full potential. If I had to tell someone why they should come to Prep, I would say that it is an amazing school and is very strong academically. They are also one of the top sports schools in KZN. There are also some teachers that might not make it much fun but there are magnificent teachers that can make your school career amazing. My advice to the grade sevens next year is that they only have one chance and if they do not respect or listen to the teachers their privileges will get taken away. They must also have lots of fun and enjoy. Joshua Miller

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GRADE SEVEN FAREWELL DINNER

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FriendA friend in the dictionary means ‘Someone that you know well and like’. For me that is not even close. A friend is worth more than anything. A good friend is one in a million. A friend is always there (even when you don’t want him there). He is there when there’s good and bad. A friend is worth something money cannot buy. Fake friends talk to you but when they are not, they are talking about you. Be careful A Hang-glider Ghost Teacher who you pick, because they might not be the person you think they are. Glide Ghost I like teachers that are A friendship is indestructible. Through bad Through Air Evil things Funny, clumsy, smarty, times he makes you laugh and through good naughty. Hand for life Haunting your life times… he still makes you laugh. He might They are interesting Say goodbye now Never stop, never settle not always be right (but no one is). creatures, Enjoy the afterlife Spooky Teachers. The question you need to ask yourself is: Griffith Thomas Ayanda Makhathini Yusuf Mahomed Are you a good friend? Nabeel Jeewa

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Back: M Peano, S Jadwat, B Masango, B van Noordwyk, N Mndaweni, S Taylor, 3rd Row: N Mtoba, P Mehta, S Premchand, M Suleman, G Thomas, S Mazwi 2nd Row: N Ngcobo, Z Moosa, J Hook, K Johnson, J Miller, A Myeni, M Dabideen, A Makhathini Seated: D Colaianni, R van Rooyen, N Bhagwan, Mr M Phillips, G Sjouerman, M Ten-Bokkel Huinink, K Mbongwa Absent: Y Paruk, D Peter

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SPORT REPORT

The year produced some wonderful of the highest standard of play. The memories and pleasing results on the leadership, organization, commitment and sporting front. The sporting programme pride from the boys while representing their reached out to all boys, in all age groups. house was really a sign of their motivation The passion, hard work and enjoyment to do well for each other. Well done to all levels of all the Prep teams certainly were the boys and staff on a super 2015. The most encouraging to be part of. There benchmark has been pushed a little higher was never a challenge too big for the boys for those who follow in the future. to attempt, never a goal too high for the teams to strive for, never a moment where Acknowledgements: the boys felt content in representing the • The passionate staff who work so hard school at all levels. The report of each code to ensure our grounds and facilities are draws attention to the many highlights of the very best quality. and milestones achieved during 2015. • The staff and student coaches for all It is never easy to highlight any one their hard work. achievement in particular, but there were • The parents for the fantastic support. many. The boys and staff can be suitably • DHSOB, Collegians and eThekweni proud of their efforts. Prep teams have Centec Campus for the use of their remained a force throughout the province facilities. and the country. • Our major sponsor PHOTONOTE for their kind and valued support. The interhouse competition was fiercely contested and all codes produced some Michael Dick – Director of Sport House Captains 2015 Bullimore Captain: Reece Wilken Vice Captain: Ndumiso Ngcobo Evans Captain: Tristan Trollip Vice Captain: Payton Elliot Haysom Captain: Spencer Klue Vice Captain: Mehir Dabideen Stubbs Captain: Matteo Peano Vice Captain: Oliver Bamber

Everyone enjoyed the Sharks ‘All Stars’ schools roadshow at the end of March. The boys were treated to the opportunity to be able to engage briefly during their presentation with Sharks players Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira and emerging senior player, Daniel du Preez. Both players have a relationship with DPHS. Tendai as an age group rugby coach in the early days of his career and Daniel, a DPHS Old Boy.

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TOURS/FESTIVALS DPHS Cricket Festival: DPHS, Northlands, Virginia, Lynwood (Pretoria) King Edward February Preparatory School (Gauteng), Trinityhouse (Gauteng), Grey (Bloem) and Selborne (East London) DPHS Rugby Festival: DPHS, Merchiston, Pelham, Westville, Cowan House, Northlands and Eqinisweni, KZN Development. Bishops, Wynberg June and SACS from Cape Town. Trinityhouse from Gauteng, Selborne from East London. Over 500 boys participated in the festival SA Prep Schools Hockey Festival: DPHS 1st team took part in annual Prep Schools festival hosted September by St Johns and The Ridge. Kingsmead Mynahs U11 Festival: Our U11A team took part and won the Kingsmead Mynahs Festival at Kearsney. TOURS – AWAY Cricket, Golf, Water Polo and Tennis boys February participated in St Stithians tour, Gauteng Water Polo: 1st Team participated in KEPS HOUSE COMPETITIONS tournament. March Points allocated for each event for the Keith Millar Trophy for Rugby: 1st and 2nd team participated in House Games: 1st - 4, 2nd - 3, 3rd - 2, 4th – 1 Glenwood High School Festival Bullimore Evans Haysom Stubbs The Junior A and B Tennis teams took part in the April Athletics Junior 2nd 1st 4th 3rd Truida Kestell tournament in Bethlehem Athletics Senior 3rd 1st 4th 2nd Rugby : U10A, B & C teams toured Gauteng and Bodyboarding 1st 4th 2nd 3rd May played against Trinityhouse, Rooihuiskral and Chess 4th 1st 3rd 2nd Randfontein Cricket Junior 2nd 4th 1st 3rd Rugby: 164 boys travelled to Cape Town to play July Cricket Senior 1st 3rd 4th 2nd against Wynberg, Bishops and SACS. Cross Country 4th 1st 3rd 2nd Hockey: 1st team took part in Maritzburg College Golf Senior 1st 3rd 4th 2nd Festival. The Senior A and B Tennis teams August took part in the Truida Kestell tournament in Hockey Junior 1st 3rd 2nd 3rd Bethlehem Hockey Senior 2nd 4th 1st 3rd Water Polo : 1st team took part in SACS House Plays 2nd 1st 3rd 4th October tournament in Cape town Rugby Junior 4th 3rd 2nd 1st VISITING TEAMS Rugby Senior 2nd 3rd 4th 1st Swimming Junior 2nd 1st 3rd 3rd Rugby: Trinityhouse played against our 11A, 11B, 10A and 10B teams as part of the DPHS Rugby Swimming Senior 4th 1st 2nd 3rd June festival. Cowan House (PMB) also took part in Tennis Junior 3rd 2nd 1st 4th the festival Tennis Senior 2nd 4th 3rd 1st Cricket : St Benedicts (Gauteng) played our 1st Water Polo Junior 2nd 1st 3rd 4th October and 10A teams. Water Polo Senior 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

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REPRESENTATIVES A Makanjee : A bs en t K Mbongwa, M Xego, N Hatton B a c k Row : K Mbongwa, M Xego, N Hatton O Bamber, J Aylward, N Mndaweni, B Masango, S Pretorius, K Cockcroft, B Henderson, S Taylor, L Hitchings, M Peano L Hitchings, M Peano N Mndaweni, B Masango, S Pretorius, K Cockcroft, Henderson, Taylor, J Aylward, 6 th Row : O Bamber, D Biccard, J Taylor, J Squires, L Robertson, M Maphumulo, G Armstrong, S Schefermann, D Peter, C U ys, R Price, Wilken J Squires, L Robertson, M Maphumulo, G Armstrong, S Schefermann, D Peter, 5 th Row : D Biccard, J Taylor, N Bergset, K Bolton, K Geary, L McIntosh, R Hardwick, K Varyani, L Du Toit, S Jewel, J Goder, P Elliot, D Farland, E Watt, J Heath J Heath P Elliot, D Farland, E Watt, S Jewel, J Goder, L Du Toit, L McIntosh, R Hardwick, K Varyani, 3rd Row : N Bergset, K Bolton, Geary, T Trollip, H Ramlal, C Steadman, N Jeewa, L Lourenco, Mr H Pike, B Jackson, Mr M Dick, S Klue, K Goedeke, C Hayes, S Cliff, C Nandh H Ramlal, C Steadman, N Jeewa, L Lourenco, Mr Pike, B Jackson, M Dick, S Klue, K Goedeke, Hayes, Cliff, Nandh ed: T Trollip, Se at J Jansen, N Dixon, M Moosa, T Visser, P Dube, T Losch, B Pearson, O Simpkins, M Shoba, J Paton, J Miguel, M Fakey, C Jestin, B Brooks C Jestin, B Brooks P Dube, T Losch, B Pearson, O Simpkins, M Shoba, J Paton, Miguel, Fakey, 4 th Row : J Jansen, N Dixon, M Moosa, T Visser, Z Timol, Y Fakey, D Butler, L O’Brien, L Rothman, B Aylward, W Bhengu, B Ribbink, L Mhlongo, J Wilmans, M Bergset, L Nel, L Robinson, T Robinson W Bhengu, B Ribbink, L Mhlongo, J Wilmans, M Bergset, Nel, Robinson, T Robinson L O’Brien, Rothman, B Aylward, D Butler, Y Fakey, 2nd Row : Z Timol,

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Congratulations to the following boys who were chosen for National, Provincial and Zonal Representation in 2015.

SPORT nAME LEVEL SPORT nAME LEVEL

Baseball Prince Dube Provincial Conna Steadman Zonal Keaton Geary Provincial Hockey Indoor Spencer Klue Provincial Bradley Henderson Provincial Judo Muhammad Fakey National Torbyn Visser Provincial Yousuf Fakey Provincial Douglas Wilson Provincial Hrthiq Ramlal Provincial BMX Jake Jansen Provincial Zaid Timol Provincial Liam Nel Provincial Karate Amar Makanjee National Luke O’Brien Provincial Rugby Payton Elliot Provincial Body Boarding Jake Goder Provincial Khwezi Mbongwa Provincial Cricket Matthew Bergset Provincial Naledi Mndaweni Provincial Declan Farland Provincial Tristan Trollip Provincial Kent Goedeke Provincial Mpumelelo Xego Provincial Joshua Heath Provincial Scott Cliff Zonal Nabeel Jeewa Provincial Kegan Cockcroft Zonal Wenzile Bhengu Zonal Dylan Colaianni Zonal Duncan Biccard Zonal Prince Dube Zonal Nicholas Hatton Zonal Luke Du Toit Zonal Callum Hayes Zonal Kent Goedeke Zonal Calum Jestin Zonal Nicholas Hatton Zonal Lucas McIntosh Zonal Luke Hitchings Zonal Luphumlo Mhlongo Zonal Luke Lourenco Zonal Muhammed Moosa Zonal Mpendulo Maphumulo Zonal Luke Rothman Zonal Buntu Masango Zonal Joshua Squires Zonal Junior Miguel Zonal Tristan Trollip Zonal Chad Nandh Zonal Karan Varyani Zonal Steven Pretorius Zonal Joshua Wilmans Zonal Reece Price Zonal Cricket – Indoor Scott Cliff Provincial Luke Robertson Zonal Nicholas Hatton Provincial Sebastian Schefermann Zonal Callum Hayes Provincial Mnqobi Shoba Zonal Cross Country Jack Aylward Provincial Oliver Simpkins Zonal Elijah Watt Provincial Conna Steadman Zonal Ben Aylward Zonal Reece Wilken Zonal Duncan Biccard Zonal Chad Uys Zonal Hrthiq Ramlal Zonal Rugby 7s Khwezi Mbongwa Provincial Go-Karting Tristan Losch National Mpumelelo Xego Provincial Golf Matthew Bergset Provincial Short Circuit Motorcycle Racing Jake Jansen Provincial Gymnastics Daniel Butler Provincial Soccer Keagan Bolton Zonal Tiago Robinson Provincial Billy Brooks Zonal Luca Robinson Provincial Slade Jewell Zonal Hockey Duncan Biccard Provincial Jens Paton Zonal Benjamin Jackson Provincial Blake Pearson Zonal Spencer Klue Provincial Softball Keaton Geary Provincial Chad Nandh Provincial Surfing Nicholas Dixon Provincial Matteo Peano Provincial Benjamin Ribbink Provincial Greg Armstrong Zonal Surf Lifesaving Conna Steadman Provincial Jack Aylward Zonal Swimming Jack Aylward Zonal Oliver Bamber Zonal Luke Lourenco Zonal Nicholas Bergset Zonal Sebastian Schefermann Zonal Scott Cliff Zonal Joshua Taylor Zonal Kent Goedeke Zonal Chad Uys Zonal Riley Hardwick Zonal Tennis Callum Hayes Provincial Nicholas Hatton Zonal Calum Jestin Zonal Nabeel Jeewa Zonal Karan Varyani Zonal Daniel Peter Zonal Water Polo Conna Steadman Provincial Steven Pretorius Zonal Simon Taylor Provincial Sebastian Schefermann Zonal

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PREP PALS

We are proud of the Prep vision ‘Preparing our Boys for Life’ and through being a Prep Pal each boy has the opportunity to lead confidently, follow helpfully, guide perceptively and care for those around him. The Grade Sevens of 2015 are commended on the fine example that they have set in fulfilling their roles as the ‘father’ of their Pal families. Building relationships is a fundamental purpose of this programme and a key element of the meetings organized throughout the year. Guidelines given to the Grade Seven leaders at the outset as they prepared for their important role were: to be prepared, to build and grow friendships, to learn from each other and to be committed. There was always a feeling of excitement in the build- up to the meeting dates and some of the various interactive and fun activities that each Prep Pal group tackled included: • Getting to know each other in an informal manner at the initial meeting through discussion and a game focusing on each family member’s favourite things. • Preparing for a gala, where the meeting focused on teams and team spirit with each family practising and performing a war cry before the House chose the best of these for the event. • Being a great friend, with activities and games to reinforce the characteristics of a true friend, concluding with the building of a friendship chain. • Gathering on the field in the shape of a rhino in support of the Shout Out Save our Rhino Campaign, followed by the signing of a Prep Pal family pledge of support. • Sharing holiday news through a dice game and playing an Athletics Challenge board game. • Celebrating the opening of the DPHS Trust stairway, with a cryptic quiz highlighting many of the advances the boys may have witnessed during their time at DPHS and with prizes for the winning families. Each Pal was given the opportunity to put forward his idea of what he thought the next step in the DPHS story should be. • Supporting their Pals and Houses at the House Plays. • Saying goodbye at the final meeting at which the Grade Seven leaders awarded each member of his Prep Pal group a personalized certificate, validating each boy in his family by acknowledging his strengths and interests. This year the Grade Seven boys, through their enthusiastic and empathetic leadership, have been positive role models for the entire school and now the Grade Six boys are looking forward to taking on this exciting responsibility in the new year. Steve Aucamp and Carolyn Gilroy

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JUNIOR PRIMARY SPORTS DAY

TROPHY WINNERS: Slater Trophy U7 Boys Relay Bullimore Mylrea Trophy U8 Boys Relay Evans Howell Trophy U9 Boys Relay Stubbs Joyce Broadhead Trophy Baton Ladder Relay Evans Fitchet Trophy Gr 3 Tug of War Evans Henry Family Trophy U7 100m Sprint Thomas Cruickshank Everest Trophy U9 800m Luke Davidson Wood Trophy U7 Outstanding Athlete Joseph Els Joel Peterson Memorial U8 Outstanding Athlete Tristan Smith Broughton Trophy U9 Outstanding Athlete Karl Schaefer DPHS JP Athletics Trophy Winning House Evans

Final Points Standings 1st Evans 195 2nd Bullimore 146 3rd Stubbs 143 4th Haysom 103

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Trophy Winners: Headmaster’s Centenary Trophy Tug-of War Bullimore Shaun Broughton Memorial Trophy U10 – 150m Benjamin Ribbink Browning Cup U11 – 150m Lucas McIntosh Bullimore Cup U12 – 150m Slade Jewell Stubbs Memorial Cup U13 – 150m Khwezi Mbongwa E I Wilson Cup U13 – 100m Khwezi Mbongwa Walshaw-Thornton U12 – 800m Elijah Watt Lovell Shippey Brothers Trophy U13 – 800m Hrthiq Ramlal Coronation Cup U10 Relay Stubbs Centenary Cup U11 Relay Stubbs Torgius Cup U12 Relay Stubbs Geshen Cup U13 Relay Haysom Martine Cup Ladder Relay Haysom The Townsend “25” (1925) Standard Points Bullimore Headmaster’s Trophy (1915) Interhouse Champs Evans

Outstanding Athletes Final Points Standings U10 75th Anniversary Cup Ben Aylward 1st Evans 247 U11 McKeurtan Trophy Lucas McIntosh 2nd Stubbs 246 U12 Hogan Cup Luke Hitchings 3rd Bullimore 162 U13 Denis Bullimore Trophy Khwezi Mbongwa 4th Haysom 127

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CRICKET 1ST XI Back: J Taylor, S Taylor, M Peer 2nd Row: S Klue, J Squires, T Trollip, N Hatton, D Biccard, N Bergset Seated: N Jeewa, Mr M Dick, K Goedeke (Captain), Mr H Pike, C Hayes

School Captain: Kent Goedeke U13 Cricket Thursday afternoon as the boys eagerly went about their training and practising in The senior age group enjoyed a year in the nets and out on the fields. Each team which a tremendous amount of fun was was well prepared for their matches and had by all the teams. There were a number the coaches were able to bring the best out of outstanding performances within the of the boys. A number of the senior boys U13 age group. The boys led by example featured prominently in the final list of and always gave of their best on the field. the Headmaster’s Top Batting and Bowling The enthusiasm and passion for cricket Performances. was very clear to see every Tuesday and Michael Dick U13 Age Group Results Team Played Won Lost Drew No Result 1st 18 7 9 1 1 2nd 13 7 6 0 0 3rd 13 8 4 0 1 4th 12 12 0 0 0 5th 10 8 1 0 1 6th 9 7 2 0 0 7th 7 5 1 0 1 8th 5 4 0 0 1 9th 3 2 0 0 1 Total 90 60 23 1 6

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1st Team 2015 Festival. We recorded a good win over Results KEPS but unfortunately were not able to The first team of 2015 experienced a win both our games at the festival. The Clifton Match Drawn challenging year although they played some start of the fourth term meant a slight Trinityhouse DPHS won by 5 wickets really strong cricket from time to time. One change to the size and temperament of a of their first assignments was to tackle St Peters DPHS lost by 7 wickets majority of the boys. As a result, the boys a staff team in what was a launch to the started off the term on a good note and St Stithians DPHS lost by 60 runs 2015 Cricket World Cup. A great afternoon played some really pleasing cricket. It was in front of the whole school was enjoyed St Stithians DPHS lost by 6 wickets encouraging to see some positive batting and the tone was set for the boys to enjoy Glenwood DPHS won by 43 runs from a number of the boys. The pressure of a wonderful year of cricket representing not being able to defend a low total meant Merchiston DPHS lost by 76 runs the 1st XI. that we bowled and fielded with a little Highbury DPHS lost by 66 runs The team initially struggled to put together more freedom as the batting department KEPS DPHS won by 5 wickets consistent performances each week. had done a good job of posting competitive As they grew in confidence and spent totals. The end of the season came far Lynwood DPHS lost by 5 wickets more time honing their skills, so their too soon as the boys had really enjoyed Virginia DPHS won by 36 runs performances improved. The 1st team playing with each other. A short trip to Highbury DPHS won by 64 runs experienced a tough but really valuable PMB, although rain interrupted, brought tour to Gauteng at the start of the season. an end to the year. It was a year where the St Benedicts DPHS lost by 52 runs Against some tough opponents, the Prep boys learnt a tremendous amount about the Clifton DPHS lost by 106 runs boys stood firm and applied themselves game of cricket and a fair amount about Westville DPHS won by 90 runs to the situation. The remaining part of the themselves. Well done to all of the boys for Maritzburg College 14A DPHS lost by 120 runs first term saw the first team play against working hard and rising to each and every some traditional rivals and host the Prep challenge. Michael Dick Merchiston Match stopped due to rain

2015 Headmaster’s List of Top 10 Batting Scores and Bowling Performances Score Name Team Opposition BATTING 1. 117 Luke Rowe 10A St Peter’s 2. 111 Steven Pretorius 2nd Virginia 3. 110 n.o. Steven Pretorius 2nd Highbury 4. 109 n.o. Arnav Dasrath 11E Westville 5. 101 n.o. Nicholas Bergset 1st Highbury 6. 95 Kent Goedeke 1st Glenwood Prep 7. 93 n.o. Matthew Bergset 11A Westville 8. 87 n.o. Karan Varyani 11B St Peter’s 9. 85 Kent Goedeke 1st KEPS 10. 82 Kent Goedeke Dbn Central PADSA BOWLING 1. 6 wkts for 4 Kean Ikin 11B Highbury 2. 6 wkts for 5 Adnaan Masood 4th Highbury 3. 5* wkts for 4 Adnaan Masood 4th Clifton 4. 5 wkts for 5 Kean Ikin 11B Clifton 5. 5 wkts for 6 Josh Neill 7th Merchiston 6. 5 wkts for 7 Muhammad Moosa 3rd Clifton 7. 5* wkts for 10 Duncan Biccard 1st Highbury 8. 5 wkts for 17 Matthew Stewart 10A Clifton 5 wkts for 17 Matthew Stewart 10A Westville 9. 5 wkts for 25 Joshua Taylor 1st Highbury 10. 4 wkts for 2 Ahmed Limalia 10C Highbury *denotes hat-trick

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CRICKET U11A Back: M Gore, J Wilmans 2nd Row: M Wellbeloved, K Varyani, J Bentley, L McIntosh, C Jestin, D Farland Seated: M Bergset, J Heath (Captain), Mr R Bedford, L Rothman, L Wilson

Under 11 Cricket Rothman, Karan Varyani, Lucas McIntosh and Wenzile Bhengu were all With 60 boys turning out for the selected to play for the Durban Central U11 age group, this year, depth was cricket teams while Joshua Heath, never going to be a problem and the Declan Farland and Matthew Bergset results across the board reflect the were selected to represent KwaZulu determination and commitment shown Natal. The rest of the U11 teams by the boys, on and off the field. enjoyed great success throughout the The A team enjoyed a fairly successful year with some enjoying unbeaten year with only a few minor blemishes seasons. With all teams enjoying on a successful set of results. regular fixtures against traditional Although the teams fared very well opposition, the boys enjoyed plenty of over the year, there is a feeling that time on the field, honing their skills most boys have not yet played their with enthusiasm and vigour. best cricket and this bodes well for the future of cricket at DPHS. A number of Ross Bedford boys produced improved performances as the year wore on, with many recording impressive achievements U11 Age Group Results late in the fourth term. Hopefully, with Team Played Won Lost Drew No Result hard work in the off season, the boys will return in 2016 ready for action. 11A 20 14 4 0 2 11B 9 8 1 0 0 Team success cannot come without the personal efforts of individuals 11C 9 9 0 0 0 within the team and a number of 11D 6 5 0 0 1 boys achieved selection to district 11E 6 3 2 0 1 and provincial representative teams. Joshua Wilmans, Calum Jestin, Luke Total 50 39 7 0 4

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CRICKET U10A Back: D Pohl, L Mhlongo 2nd Row: L Coetzer, L Rowe, M Thornton, C Everitt, M Stewart, W Veitch Seated: H Millard, D Hislop (Captain), Mr M Phillips, B Aylward, C Croshaw

Under 10 Cricket The U10 teams of 2015 had a successful year, winning more than The U10 cricket teams of 2015 will 80% of their matches. The U10E and be remembered for their enthusiasm, F teams often played against higher perseverance and never-give-up opposition teams in order to give them attitudes. The U10 age group was able a fixture. The boys stood up to the to boast over 70 boys who regularly challenge and never gave up. turned out for the practices in the first and fourth terms. After a week of The U10A team showed some amazing trials, the boys were placed in their skill with bat and ball throughout the respective teams. Fixtures commenced year. Luke Rowe finished top of the but unfortunately, due to other schools Headmasters top 10 batting list with not having the same depth as Prep, it his 117 not out and Matthew Stewart proved difficult to find games for the featured twice on the top 10 bowling lower teams. list with figures of 5 for 17 against both Clifton and Westville. The U10A team ventured out on their first Prep sports tour to St Stithians Best wishes to the boys in this age U10 Age Group Results in Johannesburg, along with the U11 group for their future cricketing Team Played Won Lost Drew No Result and Open teams. The tour got off to a endeavours at Prep. Thanks must be 10A 13 9 3 0 1 great start with Luke Rowe scoring a extended to the coaches of the U10 10B 9 6 2 0 1 sublime 117 not out against St Peters teams for the hours of work they put which set up the first U10A win of the into the boys ensuring that all the 10C 9 9 0 0 0 tour. The boys did themselves and basic skills were covered as well as 10D 8 7 1 0 0 their school proud by beating St Peters ensuring the boys enjoyed themselves. 10E 4 3 1 0 0 and St Stithians. Unfortunately the Malcolm Phillips 10F 2 1 1 0 0 second game against St Stithians was rained off. Total 45 35 8 0 2

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CRICKET U9A Back: T Smith, Y Dhai, N Jackson, N Naidoo, D Sweeney, K Schaefer Seated: L Davidson, S Perumal, Mr Z Mazwi, B Woolf, J Jansen Absent: M van Zyl

Under 9 Cricket that went through the year unbeaten, U9 Age Group Results following in the footsteps of the In 2015 we had more than 80 boys 2014 U9A side that enjoyed the same Team Played Won Lost Drew No Result turn out for cricket practices week success. Who can forget the festive 9A 7 6 0 0 1 in and week out in terms one and house cricket matches to finish off 9B 6 4 2 0 0 term four. The coaches and players the season. Well done once again to worked hard to improve on the game. all coaches, parents and the young 9C 5 4 1 0 0 The level of competition amongst the enthusiastic boys on a great Prep 9D 3 1 2 0 0 players was pretty high and kept the cricket year. coaches on their toes all year long. 9E 1 1 0 0 0 Mention must be made of the A side Zola Mazwi Total 22 16 5 0 1

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Mini Cricket Mini Cricket sessions were held for Grade One and Two boys in both the first and fourth terms. This proved to be a popular sport on Saturday mornings and Friday evenings. Numbers indicate that 98 percent of learners participated in this extra mural activity. Zola Mazwi guided the willing fathers who volunteered as coaches with age appropriate skills which were implemented in the training sessions and in cricket matches. A quote from a father at the end of the season. ‘I am so impressed how the boys have improved with their batting and fielding skills since the beginning of the year.’ The boys and teachers in charge sincerely thank the Dads who encouraged and motivated the boys and a special mention is made to the Moms who supported their sons at every session. Delene Langley CRICKET WORLD CUP 2015

The 2015 Cricket World Cup from 14 February to 29 March 2015 was the 11th Cricket World Cup, jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. DPHS celebrated the launch with a “ProteaFire” Dress Day. The highlight was a 1st X1 vs Staff match supported by the entire school with commentary by well-known cricketing personality and commentator, Brett Proctor.

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CROSS COUNTRY

‘I run because it’s so symbolic of life. You have to drive yourself to overcome the obstacles. You might feel that you can’t. But then you find your inner strength, and Captain: Hrthiq Ramlal realize you’re capable of so much more than you thought.’ Arthur Blank Individual Results of school Cross Country training requires commitment and perseverance. It is not easy to get motivated to get Cross Country held at up in the cold, dark winter months and run. As always, well done to the boys who demonstrate these Crusaders Sports Club important life skills, and to the parents who get them to training on time, and especially those parents on 6 August who join the runs. In 2015 the following boys were selected to represent the Durban Central Cross Country Zone : Hrthiq Ramlal (Captain), Jack Aylward, Duncan Biccard, Ben Aylward and Elijah Watt. U9 1st Luke Davidson Ben Aylward was then selected to represent KZN. Congratulations to all on another successful Cross 2nd Jarred Kitto Country season! Samantha Parry 3rd Daniel Sweeney 4th Luca Robinson

U10 1st Ben Aylward 2nd Dylan Bush 3rd Dominic Hislop 4th Hamza Mahomed

U11 1st Lucas McIntosh 2nd Matthew Wellbeloved 3rd Cameron Thom 4th Matthew Coetzer

U12 1st Elijah Watt 2nd Chad Uys 3rd Douglas Wilson 4th Nicholas Hatton

U13 1st Sim Mazwi 2nd Khwezi Mbongwa 3rd Hrthiq Ramlal 4th Scott Cliff

Interhouse Results 1st Haysom 112 2nd Stubbs 111 3rd Evans 103 4th Bullimore 101

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GOLF

Back: S Ramlugaan 2nd Row: J Sweeney, D Peter, R Wilken, J Hampson Seated: A Masood, Mr H Pike, K Bolton (Captain), Mrs L Woodcock, M Bergset

School Captain: Keagan Bolton

It was pleasing to note how popular golf School Championship Scores has become in the younger age groups. This will ensure a more competitive open U9 winner Noah Jackson 105 age group. There was a good response to U9 runner-up Jarred Kitto 106 the school championships which were held U10 winner Scott McKay 103 at Royal Durban Golf Course on 25 October this year. The results can be viewed below. U10 runner-up Michael Thornton 113 It was very pleasing to note how many U11 winner Matthew Bergset 90 boys broke scores of 100. Matthew Bergset U11 runner-up Luke Rothman 106 is to be congratulated on being both the Junior and overall school champion for U12 winner Nicholas Cook 97 2015. Bullimore were the winners of the U12 runner-up James Sweeney 98 Interhouse Golf Competition. U13 winner Keagan Bolton 93 On Sunday 29 November, the Dads and U13 runner-up Nicholas Bergset 96 Lads Golf Competition was held. Here Interhouse Results again Matthew Bergset emerged victorious 1st Bullimore together with his father, Sean. 2nd Stubbs A special word of thanks to all the parents 3rd Evans for their support. Liz Woodcock 4th Haysom DADS & LADS SCORES School Champions 1st Sean and Matt Bergset Senior Champion: Keagan Bolton 2nd Dave and James Sweeney Junior Champion: Matthew Bergset 3rd James and Lucas McIntosh Overall School Champion: Matthew Bergset 4th Russell and Scott McKay

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HOCKEY

HOCKEY FIRST TEAM Back: N Bergset, D Biccard, O Bamber, S Cliff 2nd Row: C Steadman, S Pretorius, N Hatton, C Nandh, K Goedeke, G Armstrong Seated: B Jackson, Mr G Goodwin, S Klue (Captain), Mr H Pike, M Peano

School Captain: Spencer Klue

Hockey is one of the fastest growing sports in the Interhouse Hockey province. One only needs to get down to Riverside Astro on a Friday evening to see how popular it Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th has become. The same can be said for our boys U9 Bullimore Stubbs Evans Haysom and their hockey at DPHS. Vast participation U10 Bullimore Haysom Stubbs Evans with loads of enthusiasm. We are also fortunate U11 Haysom Evans Bullimore Stubbs enough to have a world class facility to use as our home venue. Every effort is made to hire U13 Haysom Bullimore Stubbs Evans qualified coaches that are enabled to impart their knowledge to our boys, in what has become a very technical game. Grateful thanks must go to: • All the boys for their enthusiasm and dedication to the hockey program at DPHS. • All the DPHS teaching staff that assisted as coaches and admin coordinators for all the teams throughout the year. • The parents for encouraging your boys to play hockey and ensuring that they are at their Overall Results match and practice venues on time. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th • To the student coaches for all your time and effort with our boys. Snrs Haysom Bullimore Stubbs Evans • Riverside Sport Club for the world class facility. Evans & Jnrs Bullimore Haysom Gavin Goodwin Stubbs

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1st Team Hockey U13 Results for the Season As per every other year, the Zonal and Provincial trials 1st Team Result all take place in the 2nd term prior to the start of our season (Zonal and Provincial Representatives may be Merchiston 1 D 1 - 1 viewed in the Representatives list). Virginia L 4 – 0 The 2015 Team was captained by Spencer Klue, ably Highbury 1 L 2 - 1 assisted by his vice-captain, Ben Jackson. Although the results may seem mediocre to the outside observer, Clifton 2 L 6 - 1 this team gave their all against some of the best competition in the country. Whilst we may have been Merchiston 2 L 3 - 1 disappointed with one or two of the losses, the team Northlands W 2 - 0 generally displayed huge fight and commitment to represent their school proudly. G/Prep 2 W 2 - 0 The National Prep Schools Festival continues to be the St Stithians W 5 - 3 premier primary school hockey festival in the country. St Andrews W 7 - 0 The calibre of the participating schools is outstanding and one can always be guaranteed of some stiff Grey Junio L 2 - 0 opposition. This year the Festival was hosted by The Kokstad W 3 – 1 Ridge in Gauteng. Unfortunately the bad weather deprived us of two fixtures over the weekend; however, Umvoti W 3 - 1 the boys played some really good hockey and had a Westville L 4 - 0 most enjoyable time. Chelsea L 2 - 1 Gavin Goodwin

TEAM Penzance Merch 1 Virginia Highbury 1 Clifton 2 Highbury 2 Merch 2 G/Prep 1 Northlands G/Prep 2

2nd D 1-1 D 0-0 D 1-1 D 0-0 D 0-0 D 0-0 L 3-0 W 1-0 W 1-0

3rd W 1-0 L 2-1 L 1-0 W 1-0 W 1-0 L 6-0 W 3-1 W 9-0

4th W 3-0 D 1-1 W 6-0 D 1-1 D 1-1 W 1-0 W 1-0 D 0-0 W 8-0

U12 D 0-0 D 1-1 W 4-0 D 0-0 W 4-0 D 0-0 W 2-1 W 10-0 W 7-0

5th D 2-2 L 4-0 W 1-0 D 0-0 L 2-1 L 1-0 W 5-0 W 5-0

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HOCKEY U11A Back: S Berchowitz, M Gore, A Wesselink, J Heath, M Wellbeloved, J Wilmans Seated: L Wilson, L Rothman, Mr S Aucamp, M Bergset, M Davidson

U11 HOCKEY new techniques and tactics. Their effort, teamwork and spirit definitely showed The 2015 U11 hockey teams experienced in all the matches played and were as a season of great improvement and always highlighted with entertaining and achievement under the knowledgeable eyes competitive Interhouse matches to wrap up of their coaches. The group of 37 players a busy hockey season. Well done to all the worked hard at practice in order to turn U11 boys of 2015. their enthusiasm and creativity into skill. The step up from U10 is always a large A few fun facts: one and the U11 boys applied themselves • At the 2012 London Olympic Games, field quickly to the many changes. They quickly hockey was the third most spectated sport. adapted to goalkeepers in defence, the • Field hockey sticks are always right larger field, new long corner rules and the handed? This is for safety reasons. It is addition of short corners to their games. illegal to play with a left handed stick. During practice, the teams mostly worked A lot of left handed players find the sport on spatial awareness and basic hockey difficult. techniques, as well as finishing off with • Men’s field hockey has the fastest swing game time to develop teamwork and to speed out of any sport, even golf or have fun. The teams trained hard during baseball, at 166km/h. the season, with the players keen to try out Steve Aucamp

Team Clifton 1 Penzance Merch 1 Virginia Highbury 1 Clifton 2 Highbury 2 Merch 2 G/Prep 1 Northlands G/Prep 2 U11A D 0-0 W 5-2 W 5-0 L 1-0 D 1-1 L 3-4 L 6-3 L 2-1 W 2-1 U11B W 2-0 W 5-1 W 4-1 W 2-1 W 6-4 D 1-1 W 1-0 D 0-0 L 0-2 W 1-0 U11C W 1-0 L5 -0 W 2-0 D 1-1 W 2-1 L 2-1 W 3-2 D 1-1 W 4-0 L 3-1 U11D L 2-1 W 4-0 D 9-1 D 1-1 W 4-1 L 0-2 D 0-0 W 2-0 D2-2 W 1-0

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HOCKEY U10A Back: D Hislop 2nd Row: S Swart, W Veitch Seated: C Croshaw, C Reardon, Mr R Bedford, M Haygarth, B Aylward

U10 HOCKEY With further hard work, dedication and development, there are sure to be a few Term 3 brings with it the much anticipated hockey stars for the future. hockey season, at DPHS. The seven U10 hockey teams all enjoyed regular matches The rest of the teams fared well throughout against our local opposition with the season the season and this is a true testament of turning out to be a great success. 44 boys the depth we enjoy at DPHS. There are few attended weekly practices at Riverside Astro schools that can boast the sheer number and they got ample time on the turf, in of teams we put out week after week and training and in matches to test and improve the results throughout the age group are a their skills and abilities. Although the A and testament to the dedication of each boy, in every team. The future of Prep hockey looks B teams had one or two blemishes on their promising as these boys move up through season records, the commitment and spirit the age groups. showed by the boys was commendable and their passion for hockey was unwavering. Ross Bedford

Team Clifton 1 Penzance Merch 1 Virginia Highbury 1 Highbury 2 Merch 2 G/Prep 1 Northlands G/Prep 2 U10A L 5-3 W 8-2 W 6-0 W 2-1 W 3-1 W 5-3 D 1-1 L 5-4 U10B W 6-2 W 2-1 W 6-0 W 5-0 L 6-5 L 4-2 W 7-0 W 2-1 W 6-2 U10C D 6-6 W 10-0 W 4-1 L 5-2 W 3-1 W 1-0 W 5-0 W 12-0 W 4-1 U10D W 4-0 W 5-0 W 6-0 W 5-0 W 3-1 W 5-0 D 2-2 W 5-0 W 6-0 W 3-0 U10E L 3-0 L 1-0 D 1-1 W 1-0 W 2-1 W 3-1 W 7-1 W 5-3 U10F L 2-1 W 6-0 L 3-0 W 5-0 W 4-1 W 6-1 W 7-0 W 3-1 U10G L 4-2 L 2-1 W 4-0 W 6-2 W 2-0 W 4-0

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HOCKEY U9A & B Back: J Kitto, L Robinson, T Smith 2nd Row: K Schaefer, L Maritz, D Sweeney, N Jackson, L O’Brien, J Pearson Seated: B Woolf, Miss H Laatz, L Davidson, Mrs L Murphy, J Trickett

U9 HOCKEY In 2015, 58 keen and enthusiastic boys took to Riverside Astro to play their first ever 6-a-side match on a quarter field. All eight hockey teams had a very successful season. The boys played some very challenging matches against our local and traditional opponents. After many nail-biting, and ‘sitting on the edge of the seat’ moments, the A and B teams remained unbeaten. The boys’ spirit from all eight teams was remarkable. We have some gifted hockey players in U9 to watch out for in the years to come. The boys showed an immense improvement on their individual and team skills, which was most pleasing. The interhouse matches displayed amazing teamwork throughout all abilities. We could not have had such a successful season without our supportive parents and dedicated coaches. A huge thank you to each of you. Helen Laatz Team Clifton 1 Penzance Merch 1 Clifton 2 Merch 2 Northlands 9A W 5-2 W 9-0 W 6-2 W 13-0 W 3-1 9B W 2-1 W 4-3 W 12-0 D 2-2 W 5-1 W 7-0 9C L 3-1 W 2-1 W 6-1 D 4-4 W 6-0 W 10-0 9D W 2-1 W 3-0 W 4-0 W 8-1 W 12-1 9E L 3-0 D 1-1 W 4-2 W 1-0 9F L 3-2 W 8-0 W 3-0 W 3-2 9G D 1-1

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Mini Hockey The Grade One and Two boys took part in another successful Mini Hockey season in the third term. From the start it was very evident that the Grade Two boys had already participated in a previous year of coaching, as they displayed a superior level of skills. The first five sessions took the format of a skills drill followed by mini games where the boys were encouraged to practise what they had learnt. The parent coaches and boys were ably instructed in the drills by Russell Whittaker and Chiara Benati. The boys approached the games with their usual enthusiasm and vigour. The last two sessions should have taken the format of mini tournaments. Three fifteen minute games were organized allowing all the players to consolidate the skills learnt this season. The weather did not oblige and the sessions where unfortunately cancelled due to rain. Thank you to the coaches for all your hard work. We would not have been able to hold such a successful season without you. Glenda Marklew

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RUGBY 1ST TEAM Back: R Price, N Mndaweni, S Pretorius, K Goedeke 3rd Row: N Shoba, S Cliff, L Hitchings, B Jackson, C Steadman, P Dube, J Miller 2nd Row: B Masango, K Cockcroft, C Nandh, L Lourenco, M Xego, N Hatton, D Colaianni, N Hadebe Seated: K Mbongwa, Mr M Dick, P Elliot (Captain), Mr H Pike, R Wilken, Mr M Jali, T Trollip

School Captain: Payton Elliot U13 Rugby Report exhilarating and enjoyable rugby. It really and week out will certainly leave the rest was a treat to watch any one of the open of the boys in the school with a legacy to It is always most pleasing to sit down on teams play this year. They were certainly any given match day and closely watch follow. A number of teams went through very well coached by our passionate and the season without a defeat and while that the style of rugby our senior teams play. dedicated coaches, but more than that achievement is commendable, the manner With so much televised rugby by so many they knew what to do on the field. The professional teams, there is no guarantee number of tries and patterns of play were in which they played was worth so much that even the world’s best will satisfy an most encouraging to witness. The open more. It really was a good rugby experience appetite for passionate rugby enthusiasts; teams set a great example to the rest of to work with all the open teams and the Prep boys never failed to produce some the school and their performances week in coaches during 2015.

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Results for the 1st Team in the School Fixtures Sat 21-Mar Midlands Tournament P5 W4 L1 Fri 27-Mar Dalview Won 3 0 Arboretum Won 7 0 Sat 28-Mar George Randall Lost 7 12 Elardus Park Lost 14 21 Sun 29-Mar Bergland Won 7 0 Wed 15-Apr Pelham Won 16 15 Fri 11-Apr Northlands Festival P8 W8 Tues 21-Apr Merchiston Won 17 12 Wed 29-Apr Clifton Won 54 5 Thur 7-May Fairlands Lost 21 24 Fri 8-May Rooihuiskraal Won 24 14 Sat 9-May Trinityhouse Won 47 0 Sat 16-May Glenwood Lost 3 45 Sat 6-Jun Pelham Lost 14 19 Wed 10-Jun Westville Won 53 24 Thur 18-Jun Wynberg Won 45 14 Fri 19-Jun Selborne Won 13 5 Sat 20-Jun SACS Won 50 0 Wed 22-Jul Wynberg Lost 14 29 Thur 23-Jul Bishops Won 22 10 Sat 24-Jul SACS Won 14 10

Rugby 1st Team our opposition to the test despite their really quality opposition. They started off superior size difference. That match was well in their first game and got stronger The 1st team enjoyed a successful rugby one in which we came very close to winning over the weekend. Those three days will season. The boys worked really hard to and in the end the boys gave a great put themselves and the team in a position definitely live long in the memories of the account of themselves. Like so many rugby to do well right from the beginning. boys, parents and anybody who witnessed teams, we were hampered by some injuries The team started off with the Midlands such tenacious and courageous efforts Festival on a very warm day at Woodburn along the way. Although this proved to be from the Prep 1st XV. The traditional Cape in Pietermaritzburg. There were some really most challenging, it certainly brought the tour brought an end to the rugby season. positive signs that came out of the early best out in the individuals and the team as It was a particularly tough tour in that our season fixtures. During the early part of a whole. The team played a simple yet very rival schools in Cape Town certainly did the season, we came up against some effective style of rugby and in each and not make it easy for us. We ran into three every match, they relied on their courage really tough opposition and although some very determined and hungry opposition and determination to ensure things went of the results didn’t go our way, the team that threw everything at us. We would not well. A pleasing feature of the team was showed true Prep character in each and have asked to have it any other way such every tough situation. They were able to the ability to play a style of rugby that involved the whole team. The boys scored is the respect and understanding between score some really outstanding tries and the schools. The boys managed to win their at the same time they made it very hard some really attractive tries after moving last game of the year which is always a for the opposition to cross the DPHS try the ball through numerous phases. line. Perhaps the team’s most courageous The team’s best rugby was saved for our box that every Prep team wants to tick. The performances were the ones that we didn’t own festival and the level of rugby was first team of 2015 ended season off with a manage to win, but put in a great effort simply outstanding. We managed to secure moving rendition of the Prep war-cry and in against some bigger, stronger and faster three memorable victories against Wynberg, doing so they left the Prep 1st XV jersey in opponents. The match against Fairland’s Selborne and SACS. Very few DPHS 1st a better position than when they received at the Trinityhouse festival was a great teams have produced three such brilliant it. Well done to the boys on a great season. example of how we managed to really put performances at our festival against Michael Dick

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Results for the U13 teams in the School Fixtures Day/Date Opponents 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th Midlands P4 L3 D1 P3 W3 L1 P5 W4 L1 P5 W5 P4 W4 Sat 21-Mar Tournament Fri 27-Mar Amanzimtoti 1st D 0-0 Scottburgh 1st L 10-0 Sat 28-Mar Penzance 1st W 19-0 Egerton 1st W 12-5 Sun 29-Mar KZN Dev L 27-5 Wed 15-Apr Pelham W 45-0 Northlands Festival P7 W4 L2 D1 Fri 17-Apr Eqinisweni L 65-0 (1st) Sat 18-Apr Pelham W 45-0 W 46-0 W 60-0 W 67-0 W 65-0 Tues 21-Apr Merchiston W 19-10 D 5-5 W 64-0 W 39-5 L 21-12 W 17-10 Clifton W 26-5 W 49-0 W 54-0 (4th) Wed 29-Apr Eqinisweni L 12-0 (1st) Sat 09-May Highbury W 31-0 W 24-7 W 38-0 W 38-5 (5th) Fri 15-May Northlands W 20-17 (1st) W 15-0 (2nd) W(3rd) 30-5 Sat 16-May Glenwood Prep D 7-7 (2nd) W 33-0 (3rd) W 45-0 (4th) Fri 29-May Merchiston W 5-0 W 26-7 W 38-0 W 17-7 W 19-7 W 61-0 Sat 30-May Glenwwod W 27-17 (6th) Sat 06-Jun Pelham W 27-0 W 15-14 W 57-0 W 58-0 Wed 10-Jun Westville W 60-3 W 65-0 W 51-0 W 73-0 W 71-0 SACS W 38-10 (5th) Thur 18-Jun Eqinisweni L 25-5(1st) Cowan House W 48-5 (1st) Fri 19-Jun Pelham W 37-7 (5th) L 64-0 (6th) Sat 20-Jun SACS W 19-0 W 22-0 W 46-0 W 37-10 Wynberg W 19-0 W 24-12 L 5-17 W 12-5 Wed 22-Jul Rondebosch L 3-22 Thur 23-Jul Bishops W 53-7 L 7-12 W 14-5 W 44-0 W 24-10 W 17-10 Sat 25-Jul SACS W 10-7 L 42-7 W 14-5 W 12-7 L 10-17 L 5-22

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The Cape Town Rugby Tour

The excitement and the value of the Cape Tour is something just how the boys are able to adapt to the situation and find that is extremely hard to measure. We were once again blessed a way to prevail. After each of the fixtures, the boys gathered with a fantastic four days in Cape Town where the boys were for the traditional war cries and certainly did so with immense challenged by our opposition and the experience as a whole. pride and joy. We are so fortunate to be able to afford our boys The teams across the tour were placed under pressure at an opportunity like this. The results went very well for all the various stages and responded extremely well. teams and it must be mentioned that the significant support One of the greatest elements of the tour is the boys enjoy while on tour is most encouraging.

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RUGBY U11A Back: J Wilmans, C Thom, J Heath, K Wilken 3rd Row: M Gore, J Ribbink, D Naidoo, T Arro, M Wellbeloved, S Berchowitz 2nd Row: M Bergset, J Bentley, M Campbell, A Wesselink, J Houston, M Davidson, J Horak, L Rothman Seated: S Zulu, L McIntosh, Mr Z Mazwi, R Taylor (Captain), Mr J Nokwe, N Zulu, J Howse

U11 Rugby were also blessed to have the services of Mention must go to U11C team that won former Springbok winger Mr Jongikhaya all three of their matches in Cape Town. Rugby season at DPHS is always a Nokwe joining coaches at DPHS. We had Thank you to all the parents for support highlight of the calendar year. It was not any different amongst this group of boys, a great start to the season and a super and encouragement you give the boys. Well coaches and parents. Having coached finish. We as coaches hope we taught done and thank you to the boys from all of at first team and provincial level for a the boys something and created a solid us coaches; Mr S Aucamp, Mr F Jaffar, Mr couple of years, going back to U11 was foundation as they move onto opens next M Reece-Edwards, Mr J Nokwe, Mr T Khoza a bit of a challenge on a personal level. year and beyond. The boys will be tested and Mr S May. Good luck to all these young This was made easier thanks to the and also will be in different teams and men for the future. support of the coaches around me. We we are confident they will give their best. Zola Mazwi

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Results for the U11 teams in the School Fixtures Date Opponents 11A 11B 11C 11D Midlands Sat 21-Mar P3 W3 D1 P4 W3 L1 P4 W2 D2 Tournament Sat 12-Apr Pelham W 53-0 W 24-0 W 55-0 Tues 21-Apr Merchiston W 14-5 W 5-0 W 39-0 Wed 29-Apr Clifton W 7-0 W 45-0 Sat 09-May Highbury W 24-21 W 41-0 W 63-5 Fri 15-May Northlands W 22-5 (A) Sat 16-May Glenwood Prep L 6-10 L 0-7 (B) W 31-29 (C) Fri 29-May Merchiston W 19-10 W 13-10 W 26-0 Sat 30-May Glenwood Prep L 46-5 (B) Sat 06-Jun Pelham W 28-0 W 7-0 W 70-5 Wed 10-Jun Westville W 33-12 W 36-0 W 56-0 Trinityhouse W 28-0 L 21-5 (C) Thur 18-Jun Eqinisweni W 22-10 (A) Cowan House Fri 19-Jun Pelham W 20-14 (B) Wed 22-Jul Wynberg L 19-21 W 31-0 W 12-5 Thur 23-Jul Bishops W 17-5 W 36-0 W 31-5 Sat 25-Jul SACS W 21-10 L 5-19 W 12-10

Results for the U10 teams in the School Fixtures Date Opponents 10A 10B 10C 10D Cordwalles P4 W4 P3 W3 P3 W3 Sat 21-Mar Tournament Eqinisweni L 25-0 (A) Sat 12-Apr Pelham W 50-0 W 57-0 W 58-0 Tues 21-Apr Merchiston W 49-0 W 23-0 W 39-0 W 41-0 Wed 29-Apr Eqinisweni W 22-0 (A) (11A) Fri 15-May Northlands L 5-10(B) Sat 16-May Glenwood Prep W 73-0 W 17-0 (B) Thur 21-May Rooihuiskral W 26-8 W 19-0 L 29-0 (9A) Fri 22-May Trinityhouse W 5-0 W 28-0 L 12-5 (9A) Randfontein W 42-0 W 47-5 Sat 23-May Trinityhouse W 7-0 (B) Fri 29-May Merchiston W 38-0 W 7-0 W 55-0 Sat 30-May Glenwood W 24-17 (B) Sat 06-Jun Pelham W 52-0 W 67-0 W 47-0 Wed 10-Jun Westville W 69-0 W 62-0 Thur 18-Jun Trinityhouse W 47-0 L 47-0 (B) Fri 19-Jun Eqinisweni W 5-0(A) L 15-12(B)

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RUGBY U10A Back: L Coetzer, B Ribbink, D van Rooyen, J Francke, W Veitch 2nd Row: B Aylward, J Burns, D Pohl, D Hislop, C Horak, C Reardon Seated: M Thornton, L Rowe, Mr S Ferreira, S Swart (Captain), Mr S Tshabalala, C Croshaw, C Everitt Absent: S Gilchrist

U10 Rugby against other School’s B teams and even to experience playing strong rugby schools U9A sides. The boys played with lots of flair from both Johannesburg and Pretoria. The U10 Rugby season started with 72 and did DPHS proud both in Durban and The schools we played were Trinityhouse, enthusiastic rugby players turning out for Johannesburg. The U10B team had a very Rooihuiskraal and Randfontein. A special trails. This immediately showed us we were successful season playing a positive brand able to select for 15 man rugby teams for mention needs to go to the U10A side for of rugby and often had to punch above their winning all three games on this tour. It the 2015 season. After trials, our A, B and weight playing against A teams during the C teams were fortunate enough to go up is the first time a PREP Under 10A side season. The U10A team had an exceptional has done this on this tour. Thank you to to Cordwalles and participate in an Under season winning every game throughout the 10 festival to introduce the boys to 15 man Trinityhouse for their excellent hospitality season. This group of boys were exceptional hosting our boys. Rugby. The boys did particularly well and both at practice and on match days, with Thank you to each and every under 10 boy all three teams came home undefeated an attitude to keep on improving and never for always giving of his best and doing his with no points being scores against us. settling for second best. Our tour up to The U10C team developed into a Johannesburg from 21 to 23 May was again school proud. It has been an exceptional competitive side often having to compete very successful where our DPHS boys got season. Shaun Ferreira

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RUGBY U9A Back: T Smith, J Kitto 2nd Row: J Pearson, D Sweeney, L O’Brien, N Jackson, J Southwood, K Schaefer Seated: J Snyman, B Kruger, B Woolf, Mr G Goodwin, M Fayers, L Davidson, J Jansen

U9 Rugby of 2015 were no exception. We did seem boys. Thank you to all all the enthusiastic to lack the size of previous years and had parents for the manner in which they Rugby is a game for all. It caters for all to make up for this with copious amounts supported the boys. body shapes and sizes. It teaches boys the of courage. Each team stood their ground Lastly for the boys, it matters not what value of teamwork and engenders a sense and fought for every inch of advantage that team you play in. What matters most is the of bravery. The rules instil discipline and they could muster in order to produce the way that you play, the friendships that you the coaches demand 100% effort from the good results that they did. Well done to all make and the part that you play in creating boys. What valuable life lessons. Our U9 the boys for the way that they played the a sense of team. We look forward to boys learnt all this and more during the game and the results that they achieved. following you all as you create your journey rugby season this year. Prep teams are DPHS hosted our first U9 Rugby Festival through to being a senior at DPHS always well coached and skilful. The U9s this year. Participating schools were Gavin Goodwin Trinityhouse, Highbury, Glenwood Prep and Eqinisweni. The festival was played under lights and proved to be a most enjoyable experience for the boys. Thanks must go to all the coaches for all the time and dedication that they have put into the season for the benefit of our

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Results for the U9 teams in the School Fixtures Date Opponents 9A 9B 9C 9D 9E 9F Sat 21-Mar Cowan House P3 W2 L1 P3 W1 L2 P4 W4 P3 W3 P3 W3 Sat 18-Apr Pelham Tues 21-Apr Merchiston W 40-10 W 35-10 W 45-0 W 45-0 W 30-0 Wed 29-Apr Clifton L 30-15 W 45-0 W 57-0 Wed 29-Apr Eqinisweni W 60-0 (A) L 30-0 (B) Highbury D 30-30 W 35-25 W 40-35 (C) W 30-25 (D) Sat 09-May Northlands L 35-0 (A) L 20-15 (B) Fri 16-May Northlands W 20-15 (A) W 45-0 (B) Sat 17-May Glenwood Prep W 25-0 W 55-0 W 30-20 (C) L 10-20 (D) Thur 28-May Northlands Festival P5 W4 D1 P5 D3 L2 Fri 29-May Merchiston W 60-5 W 60-0 W 55-10 W 60-0 W 60-10 Sat 06-Jun Pelham W 40-10 W 65-0 W 25-20 Sat 07-Jun Westville L 40-45 W 30-20 L 10-15 (C) L 15-25 (D) Thur 11-Jun DPHS Festival P3 W3 P3 W3 P3 W2 L1 P3 W2 L1

Mini Rugby

Grade 1 and 2 boys enjoyed another exciting Mini Rugby season. Friday evenings or Saturday mornings consisted of a varied programme for both the boys and their dads. Dads were briefed before every session on the skills that were to be practised. After these basic skills, boys engaged in inter-grade games. Our dedicated dads ensured that the boys were coached effectively and with great enthusiasm and this contributed to a great Mini-rugby season. Special thanks go to the boys who attended every session – it is evident that we have stars in the making! Xenia Greensill

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It is such a privilege to live near the ocean, and our Surfing and Bodyboarding boys get to take full advantage of this. Boys from Grade 4 to 7 are invited to come and join us at North Beach on Wednesday mornings for a ‘dawn patrol’, and on Friday afternoons. Many mums join us on the beach to watch their children, and dads are encouraged to dust the cobwebs off their boards and join in. We have several student coaches who get into the water with the boys. Most of them are Prep old boys, and hold KZN or SA colours for Surfing or Bodyboarding. The beginners stay in the shorebreak until they feel comfortable enough to try out the ‘bowl’, and are always accompanied by a student coach until they are confident and have developed the necessary skills. We also have several very accomplished Prep boys who head straight out to backline and provide us with inspiration. The safety of the boys is paramount, and we do not allow them to surf if the conditions are dangerous; if there are blue bottles; or if there is lightning. The emphasis is on fun whilst learning new skills. We do have several big achievers in our midst. Ben Ribbink was placed 3rd in the Grom Games. James Ribbink won the U12 division of the Billabong Series in J-Bay. Jake Goder was selected for the KZN Bodyboarding Team. Several old boys who have gone on to make us proud are Karl Steen and Jared Hook, both of whom are sponsored and doing incredibly well as surfers. Luke Goder made the KZN Bodyboarding team. Come join us... Surf’s Up! Sam Parry

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Back: N Kleyn, D Hislop, M Gore, L Rowe, M Coetzer, B Ribbink, J Ribbink, T Roothman 3rd Row: J Poovan, S Swart, T Bentley, D Biccard, M Thornton, T Arro, M Hayes 2nd Row: S Cliff, L Hitchings, J Aylward, N Hatton, T Trollip, B Henderson, S Schefermann, C Uys Seated: C Steadman, Mr R Sadler, S Taylor (Captain), Mr H Pike, L Lourenco, Mrs J Armstrong, J Taylor Front: A Arro

School Captain: Simon Taylor

DPHS Swimming reached an all-time high high. We were delighted to have DPHS Old this year in terms of success, commitment Boy, John Ellis, School Swimming Captain and team effort. Swimmers gave their of 2003 and still the holder of many of the all at training sessions and showed Championship records, as our Guest of discipline and focus at the respective Honour to present the trophies. Galas. Our grateful thanks are extended The Senior Primary Interhouse Gala to the coaches, staff and parents for was held on Thursday 26 March. their contribution to the success of our Congratulations to Evans House on winning swimming teams. this event and the Turnbull Trophy. DPHS entered four teams into the Durban and Districts Relay League Galas. Our A 1st Evans 587 points team won the Boys’ A Gala for the 17th 2nd Haysom 575 points successive year. DPHS B came tie 3rd in 3rd Stubbs 544 points the Co-Ed B Gala, DPHS C came 2nd in the Co-Ed C Gala and DPHS D came tie 1st in 4th Bullimore 537 points the Co-Ed F Gala. Our D Team has been Our sincere thanks are extended to our promoted to the E League for 2016. We are swimming coach, Russell Sadler for extremely proud of our 4 teams and their his hard work and commitment to the enthusiasm and commitment. swimmers at DPHS. We are also most Congratulations to Chad Uys and Luke grateful to Gavin Goodwin, our Director of Congratulations to Simon Taylor, our school Lourenco for their selection to the Umlazi Physical Education and Michael Dick, our swimming captain for leading his team District Swimming team. Director of Sport for their input and hard to victory. We also congratulate Kegan work. DPHS is most grateful to all who Cockcroft, Brett van Noordwyk and Kent Our top 10 Championship Gala was held on contribute to the success of swimming. Goedeke on respectively captaining the B, C Monday 9 February at Kings Park Outside and D teams. Pool. The standard of swimming was very Jean Armstrong

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CHAMPIONSHIP MEDAL WINNERS TOP TEN CHAMPIONSHIP GALA - TROPHY WINNERS Under 7 Brewer Trophy (100M Freestyle Open) Simon Taylor Gold Sebastian Laudenberg Singleton Trophy (Individual Medley U13) Simon Taylor Silver Lance Kitto Headmaster’s Centenary Trophy (100M Freestyle U11) Jedd Poovan Bronze Levi Thom Under 8 Melton Trophy (Best U7 swimmer) Sebastian Laudenberg Gold Tristan Smith DPHS Trophy (Best U8 swimmer) Tristan Smith Silver Mitchel Garreau John Ellis Trophy (Best U9 swimmer) Luc O’Brien Bronze Tristan Uys Millennium Trophy (Best U10 swimmer) Jedd Poovan Under 9 Robertson Trophy (Best U11 swimmer) James Bentley Gold Luc O’Brien DPHS Trophy (Best U12 swimmer) Chad Uys Silver Luke Davidson Singleton Trophy (Best U13 swimmer) Simon Taylor Bronze Blake Kruger & Daniel Sweeney Under 10 Gold Jedd Poovan Silver Dominic Hislop Bronze Matthew Hayes Under 11 Gold James Bentley Silver James Ribbink & Matthew Gore Under 12 Gold Chad Uys Silver Sebastian Schefermann Bronze Nicholas Hatton Under 13 Gold Simon Taylor Silver Luke Lourenco Bronze Conna Steadman

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Back: B Esterhuizen, J Kitto, K Schaefer, T Smith 3rd Row: J Foster, Z Jaftha, L Maritz, J Hughes, J Southwood, D Butler, J Pearson 2nd Row: M Ropertz, J Goss, N Naidoo, T Giannakopoulos, L Iyaloo, N Jackson, B Woolf, A Mandapati Seated: J Snyman, D Sweeney, L O’Brien, Mrs J Everitt, L Davidson, B Kruger, J Jansen

The Junior Primary swimming is designed to It has become a tradition for DPHS to host the interhouse gala in at least one race. assist children to develop and improve their a friendly gala in the first term and invite This gala took place on 5 November and swimming skills in their different ability the schools in the surrounding Durban was once again very well supported by groups. We are very fortunate at DPHS to area to participate. This event is always family members. The final house points and have proficient coaches during the class a great success and special thanks must positions were: lessons to support and encourage the boys. go to Mrs Greensill, Mrs Downham and 1st Evans 219 points The swimming season begins with the her group of mums for their organization hype and excitement of the Top Ten Gala. of the refreshment table. The competitors 2nd Bullimore 217 points This Championship gala took place on the that are invited to swim in the various evening of 9 February at the Kings Park invitation galas are chosen by merit and 3rd Haysom 211 points Pool. It is always remarkable to watch the placed in either an A or a B team in their 4th Stubbs 211 points Grade One boys take up the challenge of age groups. In the 4th term every boy in the their first major gala. Junior Primary phase is able to compete in Jacqui Everitt

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TENNIS

Back: S Klue, N Bergset 2nd Row: M van Wyk, D Biccard, J Taylor, K Goedeke, K Ramduth, K Varyani Seated: Mr A Neal, C Hayes (Captain), Mr H Pike, C Jestin, Mrs A Smith

Well done to 24 Junior boys attending the KZN U13 Team which travelled to In March, after playing a round robin with tennis on Tuesdays and Thursdays during Bloemfontein on the 27 March for the the top 12 Junior Players the following the first term. There were also 28 Senior Inter-Provincial tournament to select the boys were selected to travel to Bethlehem boys on Mondays and Wednesdays – the U13 SA Schools team. to participate in the invitation schools most ever in the senior section. tournament from 23 – 25 April 2015. Because of these increased numbers, In the second term we again played in a friendly Team members were: we were able to select the top ten boys tennis league against schools in Durban. U11A Team Calum Jestin, Joshua Heath, in both groups to have a 15h00-16h00 RESULTS Karan Varyani, Matthew Bergset coaching session with Alf Neal who also DPHS A Team U11B Team Nicholas Hamilton,Joshua helped prepare these boys for tennis tours Wilmans, Samuel Berchowitz, Jua van Wyk Wednesday 06 May Clifton A L 25 -38 later in the year. We also started a tennis Results of Tennis Tour to Truida Kestell ladder. A huge thank you to Mrs Fletcher, Monday 18 May Highbury A L 29 -34 Tournament in Bethlehem – 23 – 25 April: Mrs Johnston, Mrs Miloszewski and Miss Monday 02 June Clifton B W 31 -14 DPHS A came 2nd out of 19 school teams. Laatz for assisting with afternoon tennis, Wednesday 27 May Umhlali Prep A W 34 - 29 DPHS B came 10th out of 18 school as well as accompanying teams when teams. matches were played in the second term. DPHS B Team Monday 11 May Virginia B W 36 - 19 Without the amazing parent support we We were proud to announce that Callum could not participate in this event. Thank Hayes (No1) and Calum Jestin (No3) Monday 18 May St Henry’s A W 58 - 5 you all, as well as to ‘Shaq’ Tshabalala as well as Karan Varyani (2nd reserve) DPHS C Team who went as a second team manager! were selected to play as members of Monday 11 May Chelsea Prep A L 21 - 36 the eThekweni Central Team during the Well done boys. Monday 18 May Glenwood Prep A W 49 - 14 weekend of 27 February – 1 March 2015 Senior Tour to Bethlehem at the KZN Primary Schools’ Invitation Wednesday 03 June Umhlali C W 33 - 30 Inter-Districts Tennis Tournament in Because the area of participating schools is so During the third term there is very little Pietermaritzburg. Callum Hayes did vast eg Highbury, Umhlali, Manor Gardens some time for tennis practise because of us proud to be selected as No3 in leagues could only play three games. athletics, hockey and House Plays. The Seniors played round robin trials for

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TENNIS selection to the teams travelling to the We were invited by Crawford North Coast to Truida Kestell invitation tournament in send our top Senior players to participate Bethlehem. This year we were able to enter in a Fun Doubles Festival on Saturday 5 three senior teams and they all played September 2015. Callum Hayes, Calum excellent tennis.The boys were impeccably Jestin, Jack Aylward, Joshua Taylor, Nicholas behaved and accepted their wins and their Cook, Kaelan Ramduth and Oliver Simpkins losses in good spirit. attended. Good tennis was played and the boys displayed their true Prep Spirit. Team members were: Thank you to the parents and Mrs Huber for DPHS A Team - Callum Hayes, Spencer accompanying the boys. Klue, Kent Goedeke, Nicholas Bergset DPHS B Team - Meerten van Wyk, Duncan During the last term, as always, we played Biccard, Joshua Taylor, Kaelan Ramduth House Matches. The boys really enjoy DPHS C Team - Jack Aylward, Nicholas competing for their House. Cook, Oliver Simpkins, Mehir Dabideen Our A Team played in the A Section and House Match Results came 20th out of 24 teams. Cornwall Hill Juniors: won overall and Grey College came 2nd. Both B and C Teams played in B Section. 1st Haysom 38 games 2nd Evans 32 games The B Team came 9th out of 18 teams. Durbanville B (Cape) came 1st and Eureka 3rd Bullimore 22 games (Kimberley) came 2nd in the B Section. The 3rd Stubbs 22 games C Team came 16th out of 18 teams in the B Seniors: Section. We could never do this tour without 1st Stubbs 52 games the amazing parent support – transport, providing water and juices and just being 2nd Bullimore 27 games there. Thank you to all these special people. 3rd Haysom 24 games Thank you too, to Shaq and TC for being 4th Evans 23 games team managers. Finally, to end tennis for the year, the boys enter the champ- ionships individually and in couples of their choice. We had 17 junior singles entries as well as 8 doubles couples. There were also 24 senior singles played and 16 doubles games. This knock-out’ championship allows the boys to compete seriously and some awesome tennis was played.

Senior Championships. Senior Singles Champion Callum Hayes Singles Runner up Meerten van Wyk Senior Doubles Champions Kent Goedeke and Callum Hayes Doubles Runners up Spencer Klue and Nicholas Bergset Junior Championships Junior Singles Champion Calum Jestin Singles Runner up Joshua Heath Junior Doubles Champions Karan Varyani and Calum Jestin Doubles Runners up Joshua Heath and Matthew Bergset Well done to all tennis players in 2015. This was a year in which tennis was the winner! Anne Smith

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WATER POLO

Back: C Uys, S Schefermann, J Aylward 2nd Row: L du Toit, B van Noordwyk, L Lourenco, N Hatton, G Sjouerman, S Spooner Seated: Mr S Ferreira, S Taylor (Captain), Mr H Pike, C Steadman, Mrs J Huber

Water Polo Captain: Simon Taylor Once again a large number of boys attended water polo practice sessions. During the first term the U10 age group displayed a keen interest in learning a new discipline – with nearly 40 boys from this age group attending these practices. Overall over 100 boys have been exposed to water polo this year. During the first term, a young 1st team went to Johannesburg to participate in the KEPS water polo tournament. This was the first time that Prep was represented at this tournament. The team was challenged by a higher level of water polo than that which they were used to playing and true Prep spirit came to the fore. The courage and determination displayed during the final against the victors of the tournament, St David’s, was testimony to a team who were prepared to always give of their best. This proud team returned home with silver medals. The third term saw a squad being chosen in order to prepare for the highlight of the water polo calendar – the annual SACS tournament. Here boys had to juggle their time between play practice, hockey, athletics, and of course academic

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commitments. Two teams were represented at the Clifton and Westville Boys High school leagues in preparation for the impending SACS tournament. Practices were held at the DHS pool on Tuesday and Thursday evenings as well as on Sundays. Support from our parent body in ensuring that boys made these practices was much appreciated. The team fared well at the SACS tournament in early October and were placed 5th in their pool. The growth of this team will stand boys going to high school, as well as the boys remaining at DPHS, in good stead for the 2016 season. The local Top Schools tournament saw our 1st team being placed 2nd in the A league and our 2nd team also being placed second in the B league. House matches were contested in the fourth term with Stubbs being the victors in the senior age group and Evans being the victors in the junior age group. The final duel of the season was the 1st team against the teachers/coaches who beat the boys 6 - 2. In closing, congratulations are extended to Simon Taylor and Conna Steadman for being selected to represent KwaZulu Natal at the annual South African National Championship Tournament which was held in Cape Town during the December holiday. Congratulations are also extended to Mr Ferreira who was selected as the coach for this provincial side. Janine Huber

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As I sit and reflect on what has been an of a Business Directory for businesses management, dedicated, passionate awesome twelve months, I cannot believe connected to Prep, the Prep Pages. educators, supportive parents and how quickly this year has gone by. The Unfortunately our Camp Out was cancelled determined, disciplined learners. Long Mothers’ Committee has once again due to inclement weather. may this continue and our traditions and enjoyed a busy and productive year. Our standards of excellence be upheld. brief at the beginning of the year was We have also hosted and assisted with to serve and unite the community, with functions such as our New Parents’ To our Grade 7 boys and their parents fundraising being a most welcome, but Welcoming Function, our Open Day, Friends who leave us to start a new journey - we not essential, expectation. We have worked and Founders Celebrations, the Golf Day, wish you Godspeed - know that wherever hard to achieve this and have really the Trust birthday celebrations, the Visual you may attend high school and later surpassed all we hoped to achieve. To the Arts Opening and Speech Day. All these university, that the ‘Prep Stamp’ remains dedicated Executive Committee comprising functions have required pin-point planning indelible and you will always stand apart Fatima Manjra, Harriet Mileham, Mitcham and execution, but more importantly they from the masses and have the skills to be Wilmans and Bronwyn Matthews, I extend have required large numbers of dedicated whoever, do and cope with whatever this my congratulations and heartfelt gratitude mums to ensure all was in place and ran journey called Life may throw at you. for everything they have done. I thank smoothly. To each and every mum who assisted in any way throughout the year, We wish the Mothers’ Committee of 2016 them for their unfailing support without every success. Please continue to support which the task would have been that much I extend an enormous thank you - your time and efforts are so appreciated, not them and our wonderful school as together more difficult. Our school is a busy one we strive to produce leaders of the future. It and everything we do is for the good of our only by the Mothers’ Committee but by has indeed been an honour and a privilege precious boys in order to add to their ‘Prep Management and the school alike. to lead the Committee of 2015 and I wish experience.’ I would like to thank Mr Pike, Mr Phipson, my successor Bronwyn Matthews and We have successfully planned and executed Mr Hatton and the Governing Body, our her team comprising Harriet Mileham, many functions throughout the year. wonderful Administrative Team and ALL Fatima Manjra and myself every success. the wonderful Staff for their encouraging I wish you all a happy, safe and relaxing We have held a Cake Sale, Ladies Social support and willingness to buy in to all holiday with your loved ones. May you be Evening, a talk by Rod Smith, produced our plans and assist wherever we asked. abundantly blessed. Staff birthday cards, Pizza Days, many A school such as ours does not merely Teas, Café Prep, Carnival, Collect-a-Coin ‘happen’. It is the result of perceptive Sue Matthysen and our project for the year, the compilation predecessors, enlightened and progressive DPHS Mothers’ Committee Chairlady 2015

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DPHS ASSOCIATION

The DPHS Association continued to flourish this year. Cognisance must be given to the uniqueness and rarity of Members of the DPHS Association the DPHS Association in the arena of South African Primary Schools. DPHS is one of only a handful of South African Primary Schools that is able to boast of a School and Old Boys’ Association, an active and big family of supporters from every sector of the community who have registered Sam Abrahams ’51; Zakariya Adam ’13; Zain Akoob; Don their unique expression of support for the school in this Allaway ’59; Divashan Anamalay ’13; way. By establishing an Association DPHS has extended an Greg Armstrong ’16; Guy Armstrong; Mark Armstrong ’14; Hylton Aylward; Andrew Aitken ’65; invitation and hand of friendship, respect and recognition Bruce Bamber ’63; Christian Bamber ’11; Cliff Bamber ’74; to all the members of the school family, past, present and Ian Bamber ’80; Janine Bamber; Jordan Bamber ’14; Oliver Bamber ’15; Steve Bamber ’66; Riaz Bana; David Bartlett ’95; future, to stand alongside the school forging a priceless Len Baumann ’35; Gary Beavan; Brian Bechet ’64;Michael foundation for the advancement of DPHS. Bechet ’68; Gregory Benjamin; David Bennett ’63; Grant Bennett; Keith Bentley; Solly Berchowitz; Muhammad Bhabha ’14; Kevin Bingham; Dean Bolton; Chris Brown; Colin Burness A big thank you to all the DPHS Old ’49; Howard Buttery ’59; Taine Buys ’13; Graeme Campbell ’67; Boys, Parents, Association Members Moira Campbell; Tom Carey; George Carter; Daniel Cherry ’12; Declan Cherry ’09; Richard Cluver ’50; Peter Coates ’36; Ivan and friends who supported the ten Crockart ’09; Michael Dick; Matthew Dicks ’11; Ntokoso Dlamini DPHS rugby teams in Cape Town ’14; Paula Dreyer; Kevin Dunkley ’63; Brett du Toit ’83; Tristan Elam ’14; Sean Everitt; Zahid Fakey; Mike Fennell; Matthew during their tour and visit to Wynberg Ferreira ’14; Shaun Ferreira; Arthur Field ’64; Carolyn Gilroy; Junior, Bishops Prep and SACS Junior Udo Goedeke; Cameron Goodwin ’12; Sebastian Gonneau ’13; Rodney Gould; Simon Grout; Greg Guye; Brad Hamilton ’01; Luke in July. Those of us from DPHS who Hansen ’14;Tim Hargreaves ’94; Dion Hatton; Don Hatton; Kay have been on this epic tour will Hatton; Ingrid Hatton; Matthew Heard’08; Ross Henderson; Dave Henry ’56; Grant Hill; Saskia Hill; Mark Hislop; Jeremy Hook ’83; know that on and off the field this Bradley Hope ’12; Linda Horning; Brett Howell ’93; Warren Howell event sets the benchmark for school ’90; Bruce Hughes ’89; Muaaz Ismail ’14; Akshay Issoor ’11; Byron Jeffers ‘95; Dean Joseph ’81; Jason Kershaw ’04; Nicholas spirit. A conservative estimate of Kershaw ’12; Phillip Kershaw; Wayne Kershaw ’01; Trevor Kershaw the number of DPHS supporters who ’70; Muzakkir Khan ’20; Alistair King ’51; Guy Kirby ’14; Jo Kirby ’74; Gareth Kitto; Lyn Kleynhans; Joe Klue; Tanner Klue ’14; Jack accompanied the tour is 200. The Koch’13; Tim Koch ’14; Oliver Koch ’09; Claudio Lehman ’14; DPHS Association acknowledges the Peter Lehman; Annemarie Levine; Geoffrey Levine ’06; Vincent Lourenco; Jethro Leroux ’11; Harry Ling ’38 Andrew MacDuff; generosity and friendly hospitality Bruce Maclachlan ’76; Bruce MacLennan ’97; Hamish MacLennan shown towards the DPHS supporters ’67; Brad Macleod-Henderson; Julie Macleod Henderson; Rishaad Mahomed ’18; Alistair Martyn ’61; Bruce Mc Donald ’87; Alan by our extremely kind hosts Wynberg Matthews; Bronwyn Matthews; Shaun Matthews; Zola Mazwi; Rob Junior, Bishops Prep and SACS Junior McCann; Luke McCarthy ’13; Rory McCarthy ’11; Graham Meise ’73; Yahya Moolla ’21(GR O); John Moshal ’53; Muhammed Moosa School. The school family were united ’15; Grayson Nandh; Lyn Neave; Richard Neave; Faisal Paruk; in their support for the DPHS rugby Daniello Peano ’13; Grant Phipson; Hank Pike; Cole Poovan ’13; Gavin Price; Pranam Ramlugaan ’13; Reeni Ramnath; Shikar teams and their coaches and you Rampiari ’19; Rakesh Ramulgaan; Brandon Ribbink ’84; Paul will see from the tour results in the Rowe; Craig Robertson; Mark Robinson; Wenzel Rupnarain; Derek Ross; Ray Rutherford-Smith ’37; Deon Saunders; Ahmad Seedat Rugby Report just how well the DPHS ’19; Muhammed Seedat; Marc Siljebrandt ’95; Craig Simpkins; boys played. DPHS Old Boys and Paul Shapland ’50; Brian Smith; Craig Smith ’90; Dawn Smith; Murray Smith; Richard Smith ’86; Claire Stewart; Clive Stewart; Association members living in Cape Matthew Stewart ’18; Rae Stewart; Bhavik Singh ’14; Lindsay Town who attended the rugby were Stops ’48; Naail Suliman ’14; Ron Tamboer ’72; Joshua Taylor ’15; Miles Taylor; Caren Thornton; Clive Thornton ’73; Joshua Thornton Harry Ling ’38, Brian Bechet ’65, ’13; Julien Thornton ’48; Michael Thornton ’18; Steve Thornton’79; Andrew Hay ’05 and Kade Wolhuter Tasha Thornton; Mohammed Timol; Mohammed Thandar; Rudolf Ungerer; Lauren Uys; Terry Uys; Matt von Blerk ’14; Daniel Watson ’14. Thank You gentlemen. ’07; Tony Wilmans; Barry Wilson ’72; Alex van der Werff; Joel van Rooyen ’14; Grant Wellbeloved; Athol Wesselink; Dean Wolhuter An example of how the bonds of ’83; Kade Wolhuter ’14; Dawood Hoosen; Neil Ollermann’52; friendship continue was sent to me Dhirren Pillay ’09; Mohammed Joosab ’14; Peter Croxon; Jenny Vaughan; Dru Mills ’23; Harry Mills; Max Mills ’22; Melissa Mills; from Association member Graeme Warren Mills; Warren Nell ’99; Barry Pitt ’61; Ray Rutherford- Campell. Both Graeme’s sons, Scott Smith; Peter Martine’68; Tessa Cadman; Riekert Wilken; Sheldon Cockcroft; Matthew Coetzee ’03; Tom Bradfield; Simon and Dax Campbell attended DPHS. Taylor; Luke Rothman ’17; Grant Rothman; Neil Lamble ’68; After the traditional Grade 7 Bell Dominic Hislop’18; Norman Dyer ’57; Max Oliva ’89; Michelle Posemann; Oswald Jack; James McIntosh; Raymond Martinaglia Ringing Ceremony to mark the end of ’55; Gerald Whiting ’65; Arden Wessels; Chad Nandh ’15; their journey through DPHS in 2001, Scott posed with his friends for a commemorative Simon Taylor ’15; Graham Taylor; Muhammad Minty ’15; Payton Elliot ’15; Bryn Elliot; Duncan Biccard ’16; Matteo Peano ’15; photograph. When Scott Campbell got married on 8 August 2015, the boys, now men, Nabeel Jeewa ’15; Reece Wilken ’15; Keagan Bolton ’15; Luke were able to recreate the same group picture. To the delight of the Prep Old Boys present, Lourenco ’15; Spencer Klue ’15; Janine Klue; Kent Goedeke ’15; Kegan Cockcroft ’15; Grant Croshaw • 2015 members in bold Scott even did the Prep Call as part of his wedding speech. From Small Beginnings... Richard Neave, Director

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DPHS educational trust

NOTE FROM THE CHAIRMAN 2015 has been a landmark year for the Daitz Foundation. We gratefully recognise DPHS Educational Trust. We proudly the dedicated and invaluable support celebrated 30 years of service to the School received from Richard Neave and the DPHS and marked the occasion with the opening Association. The Trustees congratulate the of the new staircase linking the front of the School Management and Staff on another school with the playing fields. year of excellence and thank them for their efforts in all matters PREP. As we reflect on this milestone, we recognise the foresight of the founding The success of the Trust hinges on people, Trustees - Messrs T Ivins, R Slater, A and their belief and support of our School. Trustees 2015 Wood, M Mylrea and B Garland, and the It is indeed a great honour to serve and Kevin Bingham School Headmaster of the time, Mr J represent DPHS as a Trustee. The seamless (Chairman) Smith, and one can easily see the success flow of the day to day operations is largely Ian Bamber that this Deed of Trust and Donation has due to the dedication of Liz Elliott, and Dion Hatton afforded the School community, through we thank her for her ongoing care in the Mike Nichol development and growth over these three management of the Trust. Andrew Parsons decades. The Trust continues to manage Ron Tamboer funds in the interest of the School, its In conclusion, I thank my fellow Trustees, Clive Thornton Learners and Staff. It provides financial Clive Thornton, Dion Hatton, Colin Richard Vine assistance to the school in the form Woodcock, Ian Bamber, Mike Nichol, Andrew Colin Woodcock of bursaries, and it owns a number of Parsons, Richard Vine and Ron Tamboer for properties adjacent to the school, which, their generosity of time and spirit in this apart from the Reception Unit and Aftercare voluntary pursuit of maintaining PREP’s Centre, are leased to staff, or are used for high standards and affording the School specialist tuition e.g. Music. The Trust is every opportunity in achieving their goals. also in the final stages of town planning Special mention must be made of Ron applications regarding the closure of the Tamboer who retired as a Trustee at the lane between the Reception Unit and the end of 2015, after having served the School John Smith sports fields. as both Chairman of the School Governing Body, and as the Chairman of the DPHS The DPHS Educational Trust recognises Educational Trust, with service stretching the contributions to the Trust of the well over a decade. Ron’s service embodies Parents, through their pledges, as the Prep spirit! well as those generously received from Seabrooke Sabvest, the Isaac David Sincerely Kevin Bingham Sandler Charitable Trust and the Victor Chairman: DPHS Educational Trust

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FRIENDS AND FOUNDERS 27 August 2015 Friends and Founders is always a special occasion in the school year and was especially so with the DPHS Educational Trust celebrating its 30th anniversary. The day commenced with the Flag-raising Ceremony. It was heart-warming to have many old boys currently attending high school at the event. The Junior Primary Banner Art Festival displayed in the hall was admired by guests and Old Boys while they enjoyed tea after the Flag-raising Ceremony. Thereafter the JP Sports Day began with the SP Sports Day taking place in the afternoon. At the cocktail party in the evening, Kevin Bingham (Chairman) welcomed Old Boys, friends of Prep and Parents. He made special mention of the Trust’s past Trustees with a special welcome to those in attendance. On the occasion of the Trust’s 30th anniversary Mr Bingham highlighted some of the Trust’s projects over the decades. It was heartening to see so many Old Boys from the Classes of 1965 and 2005. Thanks, as always, to the DPHS Mothers’ Committee for the excellent organization of the evening. In recognition of the contribution made by current and former trustees, the School expressed thanks and made commemorative presentations to the Trustees and past Trustees. Grateful thanks to DPHS Educational Trust Trustees Current Trustees: Ian Bamber; Kevin Bingham (Chairman – 2011 to current date); Dion Hatton; Mike Nichol; Andrew Parsons; Ron Tamboer (Chairman – 2007 – 2011); Clive Thornton; Richard Vine; Colin Woodcock Past Trustees: Selwyn Bean; Hugh Bland (Chairman – 2002 – 2007); Gavin Brown (Chairman – 1993 – 1994); Peter Butler; Paul Fouche; Dave Gardyne; Barry Garland (Founding Trustee); Dave Henry (Chairman – 1995 – 2002); Tim Ivins (Founding Trustee); Rodney Logan (Chairman – 1992 – 1993); Michael Mylrea (Founding Trustee); A Pandor; Russell Simpson; Rob Slater (Chairman – 1986 – 1992) (Founding Trustee); Anthony Wood (Founding Trustee) PHOTONOTE GOLF DAY Friday 11 September 2015 The annual Golf Day was held at Royal Durban. Thank you once again to PhotoNote for their ongoing support and sponsorship. The day started bright and clear with 152 players teeing off. Despite the torrential rains of the afternoon many four-balls completed their rounds. The inclement weather did not detract from the superb organization under the leadership of Mia Venter as Golf Day Convenor. Thanks to Mia and her team of helpers for their hard work and drive. In celebration of the Trust’s 30th anniversary, each golfer was given a commemorative tee marker. Our prize sponsors were especially generous and thanks are extended to course and prize sponsors. Liz Elliott DPHS Educational Trust

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DPHS EDUCATIONAL TRUST 30TH ANNIVERSARY CAR RAFFLE

The highlight of the DPHS Educational Trust’s 30th anniversary celebrations was the wonderful support of the entire community for our car raffle. The DPHS Educational Trust 1910 ~ 2015 1985 - 2015 Celebrating 30 Years raffle of a VW UP was launched on 11 May at a special assembly hosted by our 1910 ~ 2015 very own Prep Gear team. To the boys’ amazement, the intrepid Eugene from Hoopers VW drove the red prize car into the school hall. To the delight of all, DPHS Educational Trust Prep Gear Stig emerged from the spacious boot. The final draw took place on 1985 - 2015 Celebrating 30 Years 21 September and a delighted Ron Prakaschandra, father of Jaiden (Grade 2) and Nikhil (Grade 4), won the car. Lucky Draw winners of an iPad Mini were John McCarthy and Gen Garreau. The boy who sold the most tickets was Chad Croshaw followed by Hayden Kotze. The classes selling the most ticket books were Grade 1 Everitt in Junior Primary and Grade 4 Johnston in Senior Primary. They beat Grade 6 Woodcock by one ticket book. Well done all. Thank you to WIN everyone who participated in this celebratory fundraiser. Your efforts and This 2015 Tornado Red enthusiasm were most appreciated by the DPHS Educational Trust. WIN VW Take Up This 2015 Tornado Red The funds raised were earmarked for the enhancement of the school’s iPad Mini Draws 26 June 2015 VW Take Up PLUS 2 x iPad Mini’s to be won 21 August 2015 VW Up Draw Memorial Gate entrance by the construction of a new stairway down to the www.dphs.co.za / 031-3122154 21 September 2015 PLUS 2 x iPad Mini’s Walshaw Field. This was completed in the third term and opened on Friday 23 to be won October. This was an especially memorable day as the new DPHS 36 seater bus was also officially put into service on that day.

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FINAL WORD

Putting together the final touches to the Yearbook, it is amazing how comprehensive a record we have of a year filled with activities, changes and developments. I am truly delighted with the finished product. As with everything about this school, it is the result of the work of a remarkable group of people. The DPHS Yearbook is a team effort for the entire school and thank you to everyone involved in the production of the 2015 edition.

Special thanks, however, must go to the following: This is the 23rd yearbook that has a Final Word from Linda Horning. • Our enormously generous parents who sponsored all the pages of What makes this one poignant for me is that it is my FINAL Final this edition and our Bursar’s Assistant, Isabel Edouard-Betsy who Word. After 24 years at DPHS, the end of 2015 marked my retirement co-ordinated payments; from this wonderful school. Much has changed and grown in the • Teachers and all others who submitted reports and contributions; almost quarter century of yearbook recording. Yet despite great • Class teachers and section heads who collected academic and improvements each year (and this year saw a splendid new stairway creative contributions; and the acquisition of a 36 seater bus), despite memorable events • Michael Dick and the Sports coaches for their records and reports of – some annual features on the year calendar and others like the the year in the DPHS Sports sector; VW UP Raffle and the DPHS Educational Trust’s 30th birthday • Annemarie Levine and Brenda Thatcher in the Art Studio for their celebrations, unique to a particular year – the constant is our boys. colourful celebration of creativity; The iconic image of a Prep boy doffing his cap in greeting and • Grateful thanks to Parents and Colleagues for photographs, with respect has endured and the character and ethos of the school has special appreciation to Prep staff member, Steve Yelseth; remained unchanged. • Reeni Ramnath for all administrative aspects of production in “We will forever remain part of DPHS and addition to much of the typing; DPHS will forever remain part of us.” • Meticulous proofreading by colleagues and by old friend of DPHS, Nirupa Jugmohan and the eagle-eyed Sally Perks; As I observed when I said my farewell to the boys and staff, the • And finally, as I look at the superb design of each page of the inscription on the Leavers’ Bell in the school foyer is as pertinent to 2015 Yearbook, I know the benchmark has again been raised. For staff leaving DPHS as is to the boys. It has indeed been a pleasure this I wish to express my profound gratitude to creative designer, and a privilege to make a contribution to this remarkable school. Rory Morrison. After all these years, I am still in total awe of his creativity and attention to detail. Linda Horning

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