PAUL ROOS 150 TRUST FUND SUPPORTING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE | ESTABLISHED 2015

REVIEW 2015 - 2020/21

SEMPER SPLENDIDIOR Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund

An endowment fund focused on upholding the tradition of academic excellence for future generations. Aims of the Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund

THE PURPOSE OF THE PAUL ROOS 150 TRUST FUND IS TO • Maintain academic excellence at Paul Roos Gymnasium (PRG) in spite of the challenges to quality education in ; • Assist in securing the future of the school as an institution of superior instruction for generations to come.

Challenges faced by PRG

THE DIFFICULTY OF ATTRACTING TOP-QUALITY TEACHING STAFF The growing shortage of well-trained teachers in South Africa, plus the high cost of accom- modation in , affect the ability of PRG to attract the best teachers.

INADEQUATE FINANCIAL SUPPORT BY THE STATE Only 50% of PRG’s teachers are paid for by the government. There is no contribution by the state towards maintenance and improvement of the school’s infrastructure.

DECLINING INCOME FROM SCHOOL FEES The projected school fee exemptions for 2021 amount to R7 million. Despite minimal in- creases in school fees, exemptions escalated since 2020 as a result of the economic impact of Covid-19. Academic Excellence

The 2020 matric results confirmed PRG’s dedication to teaching excellence

In spite of the influence of the Covid-19 pandemic the school posted sterling results.

We are determined to keep building on our legacy of excellence and to foster life 25 67 skills that will serve our learners well for learners obtained learners passed the rest of their lives. a 90%+ pass. with an A aggregate. Academic results at (SU), with which PRG shares historic roots, bear this out. A record of 13 Old Boys have received the Chancellor’s Medal, conferred annually since 1961 616 94% to the most outstanding student who subject distinctions of learners passed obtained a degree or postgraduate were achieved. with matriculation diploma at SU. exemption. To date 26 PRG Old Boys have had honorary doctorates conferred on them by the SU.

Paul Roos is one of only four schools in South Africa allowed to award a Rhodes Scholarship for study at the University of Oxford. Michiel Kühn Bernard Combrink

Two learners were included in the Western Cape Education Department’s Top 20 achievers list.

THE PAUL ROOS 150 TRUST FUND HAS MADE IT POSSIBLE FOR THE SCHOOL TO MAINTAIN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.

WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SUSTAIN IT. Thank You Thank you for your support to the paul roos 150 trust fund over the past six years

Your generosity will help shape the EMPLOY A COUNSELLING future of PRG, and help Paul Roosers gain PSYCHOLOGIST life-changing experiences in and outside Monique Barnes, as PRG’s counselling psy- the classroom. chologist, renders academic and emotional support to learners, staff members and Since its founding in 2015, the Paul Roos parents. 150 Trust Fund enabled PRG to render the Through workshops and individual following services. sessions, learners are helped with, among others, study and exam techniques, EMPLOY AND RETAIN TOP EDUCATORS time management, motivation and anxiety • Your support has paid the salaries of key invaluable, and even more so during the educational staff. trying times caused by the Covid-19 • It enabled PRG to find and retain educa- pandemic. tors by making contributions towards a Staff members, ground staff and parents housing complex for teaching staff and, also have access to counselling on a range through an interest-free loan, to the of pertinent issues. rector’s accommodation. PROVIDE ONLINE AND E-LEARNING SUPPORT YOUNG MUSICIANS FACILITIES The Young Virtuosi Project offers free formal The provision of online learning facilities trumpet and trombone lessons to talented had to be accelerated to keep up with the children in neighbouring primary schools. The fast pace of technological development and Paul Roos 150 Trust assists with the purchase to mitigate the impact of the pandemic. of instruments, and classes are conducted in The Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund has enabled the Arnold van Wyk Music Centre. the school to upgrade e-learning facilities.

ESTABLISH THE ROOSINBOSCH ENLARGE TWO CLASSROOMS CAFETERIA Classrooms in the LPR building are being Thanks to an interest-free loan Paul Roosers upgraded to offer the latest technology. now have access to a well-provided cafeteria.

CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS THE ARNOLD CONSTRUCT THE SPLENDIDIOR VAN WYK MUSIC CENTRE BRAND SHOP An interest-free loan helped establish a brand shop for the school. Financial Snapshot

PAUL ROOS 150 TRUST FUND AIMS TO RAISE R150 MILLION. Currently we are well short of this target.

CONTRIBUTORS SINCE 2015 107 Donors

CONTRIBUTIONS TO PRG SINCE 2015 R9,4 million R8,6 million – an interest-free loan

FUND GROWTH SINCE 2015 Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund’s investments produced solid results over the years, with 7% compound growth, after taking into consideration contributions to the school.

INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO Annually a percentage of the interest and dividends earned are invested in projects identified by the school’s governing body.

The portfolio is managed by professional asset managers with sound investment philosophies.

Financials are audited by Moore Stellenbosch Incorporated

PATRON Johann Rupert (Old Boy 1967)

GOVERNING BOARD AND TRUSTEES Arend de Waal – Old Boy 1986 (Chairman of trustees Partner Cluver Markotter Attorneys) George Steyn (Former CEO Pepkor Group) Jannie Durand – Old Boy 1984 (CEO ) Niel Hoogenhout – Old Boy 1971 (Former Group MD Trans Hex Group) Pieter-Jan Bestbier – Old Boy 1986 (Partner LDP Auditors) How can you help?

GIVE A PERSONAL DONATION Any amount is welcomed, given as a once off or over a number of years.

MAKE A CORPORATE CONTRIBUTION Corporate donations can take place via your company’s corporate social invest- ment policy, as a sponsorship, or as a philanthropic donation with tax benefits.

LEAVE A BEQUEST IN YOUR WILL You can make the school a beneficiary in your will by bequeathing money shares, art, or any other asset to the Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund. Simply draw up a new will or add a codicil to your existing will.

EXPERT ADVICE is available for more complex contributions such as trusts or in specie.

ALL DONATIONS QUALIFY FOR A SECTION 18 TAX CERTIFICATE.

BANK DETAILS Paul Roos 150 Trustfonds ABSA Account number 4051853206 Branch code (universal) 632005 BIC/Swift code: ABSAZAJJ

WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW MORE? Please get in contact with Karien Winter who handles all sponsorships +27 (0)82 395 1781 +27 (0)21 887 0017 [email protected] Leave a living legacy

“A study of South African history will indicate that Paul Roos is not merely an asset to the community of Stellenbosch, but indeed to our country as a whole.”

Johann Rupert Patron of the Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund