NEWSLETTER # 9 22 MAY 2012

GRADE 2 CAKE SALE FEEDBACK A huge thank you to all the energetic parents who helped to contribute towards the Grade 2 cake sale! We raised R1721 which will be going to the Red Cross Children’s Hospital. GAME SPOTTING AT SCHOOL

As part of our topic on animals, the Grade 2’s went on an exciting game drive around the school.

We used a map to navigate and a checklist to help us recognise and record what species we spotted.

MUSIC DEPARTMENT NEWS Well done to the Junior Choir on their first performance at the midday concert last week. Special thanks to their conductor Miss Thomas and accompanist Miss Henwood . Well done to all the girls who have already participated in The Cape Town Eisteddfod and all the best to those who are performing soon. Thank you to Miss Galliers, Mrs Humphreys and Ms Field for entering candidates. The annual Soiree has been postponed. It will now form part of the Founders Week celebrations and will take place on Wednesday 19th September.

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. (Winston Churchill) All at WGJS extend condolences to the Raaff family on their tragic loss of dad and husband. IT’S GOOD TO BE ON TIME – school starts at 08h00. Following the locking of the school gates at 08h00, it has been noted that there is an improvement in punctuality. We do realize that the traffic is hectic and there may be occasions when life prevents one from arriving on time. However, many of our girls are consistently late and these statistics are supplied to the WCED. Our girls look so smart in their winter uniforms! This aspect gives us our identity and is well-recognized in our community due to the long history of our school. It is vital that this uniform is worn correctly at all times. Please Moms and Dads, these important things are what set our school family apart from so many oth-ers and despite what we may think, we do need to “Sweat the Small Stuff”. HAS YOUR CHILD LOST ITEMS? Firstly, I implore parents of children who are missing parts of their uniform to please wade through the mass of lost property before saying that these items are either lost or have been stolen. Secondly, should you notice your daughter wearing some items of uniform which do not belong to her, please return these to school. Even items of clothing that are marked with the child’s name are being worn by other children. This, I am sure you will agree, is to-tally unacceptable. EXAMS Exam dates are set by the WCED and as such we have decided to move the soiree to a date later in the year, that will not distract the attention from the academic focus. Exams are important, but more important is consis-tent effort and a positive attitude to do one’s best. Sadly many girls have waited rather than studying, but it’s never too late. Tables, spelling, neat presen-tation of work, care to work accurately and a drive to achieve are life lessons that cannot be over- stressed.

Dee Cawcutt

Principal

Use approximately 2 x 50g balls of double knitting wool Tight knitters can use 5mm needles. Loose knitters can use 4.5mm needles Cast on 44 stitches

Work 18 rows in Knit 2, Purl 2 = rib (i.e. 2 plain stitches (not rows) followed by 2 purl stitches, repeated). Work 30 rows stocking stitch (1 row plain, 1 row purl). Cast on 12 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. At the same time, change to Knit 2, Purl 2 (rib) for the sleeves. Rib 22 more rows. Next row: Rib 21 stitches, cast off 26 stitches, then Rib 21. Next row: Rib 21 stitches, cast on 26 stitches and then Rib 21. Work 22 rows in Rib. Cast off 12 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Work 30 rows stocking stitch. Work 18 rows Purl 2, Knit 2 = Rib Cast off in Rib. Stitch the edges together with wool. BABY BEANIE Use 4ply wool and size10 (3.25) and size 11(3.0) nee-dles. Using size 11 needles cast on 90 stitches Work K1, P1 rib for 5cm Change to size 10 needles and work in any pattern of your choice or stocking stich (K one row, P 1 row) until work measures 12,5 cm To shape top work as follows: Row 1: (K8, K2 together) 9 times Row 2: Knit this row and every alternate row Row 3: (K7, K2tog) 9 times Row 5: (K6, K2tog) 9 times Row 7: (K5, K2tog) 9 times Row 9: (K4, K2tog) 9 times Row 11: (K3, K2tog) 9 times Row 13: (K2, K2tog) 9 times Row 15: (K1, K2tog) 9 times Row 17: (K2tog) 9 times Cut thread so that it is long enough to sew up the seam. Thread wool through remaining stitches and pull up tightly and sew seam closed. Please get those fingers and knitting needles moving. We have until the 16th July to complete as many items as possible.

WOOL FOR WONDERS BABY JERSEY KNITTING CHALLENGE

Wynberg Old Girls’ Union and Constantiaberg Bulletin are teaming up to knit jerseys and beanies for the babies of Nazareth House.

MYSCHOOL CARDS

What is the MySchool/ MyVillage/ MyPlanet Programme? The MySchool programme is a unique fundraising programme that raises much needed funds for schools and charities across the country. MySchool contributes over R2.2 million to their beneficiaries every month! The best part: It doesn’t cost you as a supporter a cent to make a difference! How does the programme work? Funds are raised for our school on a monthly basis. Simply swipe your MySchool Supporter Card when you shop at one of the many MySchool partners. These include Woolworths, Engen QuickShops, Walton’s, kalahari.com, Jack’s Paint, Toys R Us, Reggie’s, Altech Netstar and SupaQuick to name just a few. They will donate a percentage of your expenses to your school on your behalf. There is no cost to you. How do I get started? 1. Apply online at www.myschool.co.za or via phone at 0860 100 445. Remember that our school name is the beneficiary. 2. Already have a card? Change or add a beneficiary/school – you don’t need a new card. Simply contact MySchool. EVERY SWIPE COUNTS – JOIN TODAY! For further enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Longe on amalon@wgjs.co.za or call the office. MySchool Travel MySchool Travel gives our school the opportunity to raise even more funds. MySchool Travel allows our supporters to find and book the best deals on flights, accommodation, car hire and travel packages all online. Simply enter your MySchool card number when paying to ensure that 1% is donated back to our school. More information available online at www.myschooltravel.co.za THANKS TO ALL OUR LIFT PROVIDERS A sincere thank you to all our parents who so will-ingly assist us in providing lifts to / from our sporting fixtures away from home. Your assistance here is greatly appreciated. Warm wishes