THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE IMPOSSIBLE AND THE POSSIBLE IS MERELY A MEASURE OF MAN S DETERMINATION.

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1 The weekly circular of Fairmont High School 2018 Private Bag X11 Durbanville, 7551, Medway, Durbell, Durbanville, 7550 Tel: (021) Fax: (021) website: Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s) CIRCULAR NO April 2018 THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE IMPOSSIBLE AND THE POSSIBLE IS MERELY A MEASURE OF MAN S DETERMINATION. By James Thain Our Stenhus Exchange Group standing in the oldest church in Denmark. This alter was built before the castle was built, and is 900 years old.

2 1) FROM THE HEADMASTER S DESK We ended the term on a high last month and it is with this momentum that we have started Term 2. We have a very busy term ahead of us, but we will not want to have it any other way. Remember; a busy school is a good school. During the break, our Soccer, Hockey and Netball teams were involved in a number of matches with good results recorded. The Soccer and Netball teams played against a touring team from the UK and won almost all of their matches. The U16 Boys and Girls Hockey teams played against a number of teams and again won the majority of their matches. Notable wins were against Stellenberg and Drostdy. Our 1 st Hockey teams then travelled to Knysna to attend the Oakhill Festival where the Boys team won 3 matches, drew one and lost one and the Girls team won 4 and drew one. This bodes well for the coming season for both these teams. I am looking forward to the coming winter season for all our sporting codes. Please come and support us. You will remember that I often encourage participation. On Thursday I watched a table tennis practice with over 60 players! I want to use this opportunity to also stress the importance of this term to our learners and parents. It is an Exam Term and we cannot afford to waste academic time. It is important to work from day one and not leave things to the day before a test or exam is written. A reminder of the Teacher / Parent interviews on Monday and Tuesday evening. Please make an appointment with your child s teacher, especially if they are not doing well in the subject. 2) GUIDELINE TO TEACHING TIME FOR MATRICS Please consult the Assessment Calendar for test dates and subject exams. URGENT NOTICE FOR ALL PUPILS NO pupils will be allowed to go home early on any day or after a test without a written letter from the parent requesting this. No s! Permission for going home early will only be allowed for emergencies. If a pupil is too sick to stay for the full day after a test, then they must not come to school to write, but must provide the school with a medical certificate. PLEASE NOTE! All pupils are required to be at school at the regular time - 07h50 - even if they are not writing a test. This time will be used for consolidation or tasks organized by various subject departments. All parents are asked to please be aware that when your child misses a Monday or a Thursday test, a letter from the parent and the relevant chemist slip (the date on the slip must pertain to the pupil s absenteeism and medication bought), a certificate from the clinic or a doctor s certificate is required. A medical certificate from either the clinic or the doctor is applicable for missing any exam. A note from you excusing your child from school for the days missed (not test days) is also required. No allowances will be made for pupils missing formal assessments due to holiday arrangements. Grade 9 and Matric pupils must produce a doctor s certificate for tests and exams missed as these are the two exit phases and their marks are externally moderated by the Education Department. Learners are not allowed to go home immediately after a test if they are ill. They have to stay until first break. If they are ill, then they should not come to school. A doctor s certificate will be required. GUIDELINE TO TEACHING TIME FOR MATRICS : 85 DAYS School Holidays Public Holidays April (9 School Days) May (22 School Days) June (16 School Days) Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa

3 July (11 School Days) August (18 School Days) September (0 School Days) Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa October (9 School Days) November (0 School Days) December (0 School Days) Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa ) STENHUS DENMARK EXCHANGE Fifteen of our Grade 10 s, accompanied by Mr Cronje and Ms Meyer, left on Wednesday, 4 April 2018 for Denmark as exchange students visiting Stenhus Gymnasium. This Exchange programme is now in its 4 th year and our learners are exposed to the teaching style and and classes that the Stenhus learners enjoy every day. They will be returning on Wednesday, 18 April Arrival at Copenhagen Airport Cycling is the most popular form of transport Stenhus Cafeteria

4 Mr Cronje & Ms Meyer on Making roosterkoek Mr Cronje lifting Mons Klint Adin Abrahams Mons Klint can be found on the Limestone Coast and is full of flintstone. Mons Klint is also the highest point in Denmark. Standing at the top, you can see Sweden which is approximately 12 kim s away. Public plain in Copenhagen Ms Meyer climbing Mr Cronje and his host, Peter Mortemsen a tree 4) MR & MS FHS PRESENT THEIR CHARITIES WITH R5,000 CHEQUES At our Assembly on Tuesday morning, Mr & Miss FHS 2018 presented their charities with R5,000 each. The money raised was with the help of the sponsors and hard work of the FHS team and candidates. R5,000 was given to Charne's charity, The Lucky Lucy Foundation, and R5,000 was handed to Gareth's charity, the Bellville Animal Anti-Cruelty League. The Bellville Animal Anti-Cruelty League will be using the money towards building a new Cattery for their beautiful fury babies that are up for adoption.

5 5) FROM THE SOCCER DESK The introduction of Futsal at Fairmont from a parent view Futsal is a variant of association football played on a hard court, smaller than a football pitch, and mainly indoors. It can be considered a version of five-a-side football. Five-a-side has been seen as a recreational form of a traditional football game. I would not be surprised if the same views were expressed when T20 cricket and indoor hockey started. The growth of Futsal has been just as powerful. federations adding impetus. As a spectator, the games are shorter and fast-paced. The crowds larger and the spirit high. As a player, fitness levels, communication and discipline are key. All players get to participate as players switch continually due to the pace of the games. My son, Adam Mason, has taken part in a number of tournaments this year during the off season. This weekend Cad4All hosted the 1st Mens Senior Tournament for the year. Adam s team consisted of U14 to U19 boys. The tournament was also used to select the U20 Boys to try-out for Provincial and National teams. The camaraderie between the teams is obvious. This was evident when a senior team member from Cape Town s Falcons approached Adam to commend the team on how well they played. The support from sponsors and football

6 The introduction of Futsal is the start of an exciting new journey in football at Fairmont. One I am sure will see an increase in players and supporter participation. The beginning of a positive new Era. Congratulations Adam travelled to Dubai with Simsport International Eagles team to take part in the Dubai Football Super Cup. The Team was made up of boys from all over South Africa who had never played a game together before the tournament. There were 12 teams in the group stages and the Eagles finished top of their group. They progressed to the Final to meet FEFA (Robbie Fowler Youth Academy), a team that have been playing together for 3 years. At the end of extra time, the teams were drawn 3 : 3, but the Eagles came home with a Silver medal after losing on penalties. It was a wonderful experience for Adam. He said that the South African team had quite a following as people liked to watch them warm-up as our style is different to the European teams, with the singing and rhythm that is put into the exercises and the singing and dancing on the way to and from a game. Touring Team On 29 March, the Fairmont soccer fraternity took on a touring team from Neston (UK), at the Montague Action Arena. The matches took place in the form of a Futsal format, playing 30 minutes a match. Fun was had by all, with a superb display of skill, talent and teamwork. The girls and boys teams were complimented on their impeccable manners and sporting abilities. Fairmont Soccer - we are proud of you and congratulate you on a set of stunning results.

7 Results Fairmont High School played 7 matches 5 Wins, 1 Draw and 1 Loss U/14 (1) Boys Won 8 : 7 U/14 (2) Boys Won 6 : 5 U/15 (1) Boys Won 13 : 3 U/15 (2) Boys Draw 7 : 7 U/19 Girls Won 19 : 1 U/16 (1) Boys Won 6 : 4 U/16 (2) Boys Lost 9 : 7

8 Official League Kick off From April, all teams will kick off with their first round of matches with the new Futsal format. Transport will be arranged for the teams travelling each week to and from the venue. Venues as originally sent through with the training and match times are subject to change. We will keep you updated on the venues. Good luck to all teams. 6) SCHOOL HOLIDAY HOCKEY REPORTS U16A BOYS & GIRLS TAKING ACTION IN PREPARING FOR THE 2018 HOCKEY SEASON The U16A girls and boys teams were planning to go away on tour to play in a tournament in Hermanus over the Easter Weekend. Unfortunately, due to the violent protest action in the area, this tour was cancelled. Four of the schools came together at the last minute to create a mini-festival that was hosted at Stellenberg High over 2 days. The participating schools were Fairmont, Stellenberg, Drostdy and Montana. The U16A girls played 6 matches - won 3 and lost 3. The U16A boys played 4 matches - won 3 and lost 1 earning them 1 st Place and receiving Gold Medals. This was a great opportunity for the players to prepare for the upcoming season. Over the 2 days, both teams were also involved in team-building activities enabling them to get to know their fellow team mates.

9 Thank you to Coaches: Mr Clark, Mr Goslett and Mr Erasmus, as well as Managers: Mrs Jones and Mrs Goslett. The U16A Boys & Girls Teams are looking forward to an exciting 2018 hockey season. FAIRMONT 1 ST HOCKEY TEAMS GETTING READY FOR THE 2018 SEASON The 1 st Team Hockey boys and girls started their preparation for the season by attending a pre-season camp at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport in Stellenbosch from 31 March 2 April This included a lot of fitness training in the gym and cooling off in the pool. Excellent coaching sessions were offered at the nearby Bloemhof Astro and all 28 boys and girls were focused on the task at hand. The programme also included goal setting, team culture and value sessions, as well as a lot of team-building. The players were accompanied by Coaches Mr Erasmus, Mr West and Mr Goslett. teachers/managers were: Mrs Goslett and Mrs van Zyl. The

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12 HOCKEY TOUR TO OAKHILL, KNYSNA : 4 8 APRIL 2018 Our 1 st Team Hockey Boys and Girls were fortunate to attend a Hockey Festival at Oakhill during the April Holidays. Eight Boys and Girls teams participated in this festival. Fairmont did extremely well. The girls played against HS Strand and won 5 : 0. After that, they drew against Stellenberg 1 : 1. The next three games were perfectly executed with Fairmont beating Outeniqua 4 : 1, Worchester Gim 4 : 0 and Oakhill 5 : 2. The boys took on the same schools and won against HS Strand 6 : 0, Stellenberg 5 : 2, and Outeniqua 1 : 0. They drew against Oakhill 1 : 1, and lost against Worchester Gim 2 : 1. Well done to our 1 st Teams who worked hard and showed great determination. Thank you to Coaches Mr Goslett, Mr Erasmus and Mr West who worked many hours to prepare and get the teams ready to perform on a very high level. Our thanks also go to Mrs Goslett and Mrs van Zyl who accompanied the players on tour.

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15 7) MOTHERS WHO PRAY CALLING ALL MOTHERS! A very warm welcome is extended to all moms wishing to join our Mothers Who Pray group. We meet every Wednesday, at 07h30, in the Boardroom of Fairmont High School. Please come and join us, or contact Adrienne Louw : / adriennelouw51@gmail.com

16 8) SALE ON SUN SCREEN : FAIRMONT SCHOOL SHOP SALE ON SUN SCREEN (Fairmont School Shop) SPF 40 UVA and UVB Protection CANSA approved 100ml Great to take to the Interschools day and for sport everyday. Was R100 NOW ONLY R50 9) FAIRMONT HIGH SCHOOL BOOKSALE

17 10) WELL DONE Lauryn Giles (Gr 10) Lauryn (far right) and her Unison Kata Team proved that hard work pays off! After many extra hours of practice before the All Styles Karate SA Champs in Durban on the weekend Friday, 23 March 25 March, they managed to knock out the KZN A-Team and the Gauteng A-Team, only losing to the Western Cape A-Team to come second overall in South Africa from ALL styles of karate. We are super proud of their achievement and hope they will be invited to compete at the next level in either Botswana or Bulgaria. Christian Hagan (Gr 10) Christine participated in the Action Netball Inter-Provincial Competition during the school holidays. Western Province had an exceptional tournament and not one of the teams from the other Provinces could match their performance. Christine played in all of the games, and scored more than 350 goals.

18 Tayen Muller (Gr 12) Tayen participated in the Western Province Trials for the Performing Arts in February 2018 where she was selected for the Western Province team. From 30 March 7 April, the South African Championships for the Performing Arts took place in Rustenburg where Tayen was achieved the following awards: Bronze Contemporary Dance Bronze Lyrical Dance Gold Open dance She has also been selected to represent South Africa in the World Championships taking place in Los Angeles in June SA JUNIOR NATIONALS AGE GROUP SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS Four of Fairmont High School s swimmers qualified to swim at the SA Junior Nationals Age Group Championships in Durban, from March. All 4 swimmers achieved great results: Lara Veller Gr 8 Qualified for 2 Finals: 50m Fly and the 100m Fly events Mandy Vroon Gr 9 Received 3 x Silver Medals in Relay events Qualified for the 100m Fly Final Dylan Wright Gr 10 Received: 1 x Gold Medal (Individual) 1 x Silver Medal (Individual) 2 x Bronze Medals (Individual) 1 x Bronze Medal (Relay) Rourke Veller Gr 11 Received a Bronze medal for the 4 x 100m Medley event These learners had fantastic results swimming against the best in the country, in their respective age groups.

19 SA Regional Level 3 Swimming Championships Robyn Marais and Jason Holshausen participated in the SA Regional Level 3 Swimming Championships Gala. 11) HEADMASTER Robyn achieved: Jason achieved: * 3 x Golds Medals * 1 x Gold Medal * 3 x Bronze Medals * 1 x Bronze Medal We wish all our families a restful weekend. Yours sincerely Mr L Erasmus HEADMASTER Disclaimer: Fairmont High School does not necessarily endorse the products/services advertised in this circular.

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