HOLY SEASONS

While we are a Christian school, it is important that we also have boys and families of other faiths in our community. In this way we learn from each other, realise how our values align and how much we have in common. And, similarly, differences in our practices, belief system and cultural observations become known to us all and understood – something that is truly enriching. And being a Christian school with regular devotions and Chapel Services, emphasises for all of us of all faiths, the importance of the spiritual in our lives.

Next week, on Wednesday, 5 March, is Ash Wednesday, the start of the Season of Lent in the Church. We will observe this with a Chapel Service in the Memorial Chapel at 11h00 and all family members are welcome. Lent is that Season when we remember the forty days that Christ spent in the wilderness, praying and fasting and resisting the temptations placed before him. It is a time for Christians to draw closer to God, to pray and consider our lives, how we can become better people, both for ourselves and others. I include the editorial from the Anglican Church’s monthly magazine, Good Hope”.”

“Lent is about intentionality. It invites us to pause and step back from the noise of daily life, it underscores the beauty of imperfection. It begins with Ash Wednesday, a solemn reminder of human mortality and frailty.
The ashes imposed on foreheads carry the message, “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return”. This acknowledgement of our limitations is not meant to discourage but to liberate. It frees us from the pressure of perfection and invites us to embrace our humanity.
As we journey through these 40 days, let us use this time to shed what no longer serves us and cultivate what brings light to our lives and the lives of others. In doing so, we honour the spirit of Lent – not just as a religious observance but as a timeless invitation to live with greater purpose and compassion.”
[Ed: Rebecca Malambo]

In the next few days, the month of Ramadan will begin, the ninth month in the Muslim lunar calendar, the month when it is believed that the first verses of the Holy Quaran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. During this month Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, a month in which to draw closer to God, to pray and study, reflecting on and improving one’s actions and giving alms.

It only happens every few years that these Seasons of Lent and Ramadan overlap and it is good when it does; it helps us to understand each other better and relate to one another. To realise that we share essential values and are all striving to be our best selves, however often we might stumble.

Sadly, there is so much religious intolerance in the world; where violence is carried out in the name of faith; where people are judged and accepted or rejected on the basis of their faith. Hopefully, our boys will learn that diversity is a strength and an enrichment in our lives. That differences can be navigated and accommodated. Faith is about love, peace and justice and this is what we want our boys to take into the world.

We wish all our Muslim families Ramadan Mubarak.

Time: 12h30 - 13h10
Venue: Jagger Hall

Time: 11h00 to 12h00
Venue: Memorial Chapel
Boys to wear No 1s
Parents welcome

Quadrangular Athletics (Bishops, WPPS, Wynberg, Rhenish)

Time: 15h00 to 18h00
Venue: Lutgensvale

As we are hosting the Quadrangular, there will be no school extra-murals, only paid extra-murals, such as fencing and judo.

Aftercare will be available as normal

Time: 12h30 - 13h10
Venue: Jagger Hall

Founders Day (further details will be communicated)

Grades 4 and 5 Parent Workshop (Mastering the Juggle : Helping your child get organised)

Time: 07h30 to 08h30
Venue: Library
Please see further information under TAKE Note

Championship Gala

Time: 11h00
Venue: Prep Pool
Parents welcome to support

Pentangular Athletics (Bishops, SACS, Rondebosch, Wynberg, WPPS)

Time: 14h45 to 17h45
Venue: Lutgensvale

As we are hosting the Pentangular, there will be no school extra-murals, only paid extra-murals, such as fencing and judo.

Aftercare will be available

Mastering the Juggle: Helping Your Child Get Organized

Executive functioning skills are essential for staying organized, managing time, and completing tasks. They play a key role in success at school and in later life. This talk will explore how these skills develop, why they matter, and how they help foster independence while reducing daily frustrations. Learn about common challenges your child may face and how to support them on their path to organization and success.

Click on this link to sign up or scan the QR code provided:

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As we move into the winter season please take note of the rugby boot requirements

(U9 players do not play in boots)

Rugby boots are to be predominantly black. Generally, 8 or 10 stud boots are suitable for backs and forwards, with metal or plastic studs. Boys feet grow fast; our best advice is to buy relatively cheap boots as they tend to last one season. Please do not buy multicolored or bright coloured boots. Mr Price Sport and Sportsmans Warehouse stock a good range of black boots.

Please click HERE for information on the Soccer Clinic
Please click HERE for information on the Hockey Clinic
Please click HERE for information on the Rugby Clinic
Please click HERE for information on the Study Skills Course.

A message from our Assistant Chaplain

Please click HERE to read a message from Revd. Khwezi Bengani.

On Tuesday the 25th of February our Swim Team took part in the A-League gala. It was a wonderful afternoon with some very competitive swimming.  A special mention must go out to our U10, U11 and U13 boys who consistently ended in the top two of their events. It truly was an incredible display of swimming, a testament to the hard work the boys have put in over the term. Well done, team!