Athlete Athlete
Athlete Athlete
Dear Parents and Girls
“Make every day a Mandela Day”
Nelson Mandela’s 98th birthday would have
been on Monday 18th July, and the world
will spend the day remembering the legendary leader.
The message behind Mandela Day is simple – each individual has the ability and the responsibility to change the world for the
better. Nelson Mandela was born July 18, 1918
and died Dec. 5, 2013 PhO T O : R E U T E R S
If each one of us heeded the call to simply do good every day, we would be living Nelson Mandela’s legacy and helping to build the country of our dreams. Mandela Day is a global call to action. Its objective is to inspire individuals to take action to help change the world for the better and in so doing, to build a global movement for good. Nelson Mandela followed three rules throughout his life, which he did at great personal sacrifice:
1. Free yourself. 2. Free others. 3. Serve every day.
Mandela Day is dynamic and ever-changing: it belongs to everyone and can take place anywhere, at any time. We urge everyone to find inspiration for their contribution in the legacy of Nelson Mandela and to serve their fellow humans every day.
"What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that determines the significance of the life we lead." - on the 90th birthday of Walter Sisulu, May 18, 2002
It therefore seems fitting that we launched Community Hours SA at our assembly on Thursday to encourage our girls to get involved in community projects and make a difference in the lives of others. This organisation recommends numerous establishments that have been vetted by Community Hours SA where the girls can do community service. Once pupils have completed a project, they will log their hours with Community Hours SA, who will then provide the school with a verified log sheet per pupil. The girls did receive a letter earlier in the week with more detailed information. This year, we will start by registering the Grade 9s. HRS will also pay the membership fees per child.
Part of our ethos at Holy Rosary is to serve others, and what better way to do so, by making ‘every day a Mandela Day’.
We started our Mandela Day celebrations, by having our Grade 8 Dance Competition during our assembly. This competition is a Life Orientation and Physical Education requirement but we chose to showcase and celebrate the talents of our youth close to Mandela Day.
We are also honouring Mandela Day, by having a Civvies Day today. The proceeds
will go to PETS (Pet Empowerment in Townships). The Debutantes will be packing
food parcels at Sandton Convention Centre for Stop Hunger. In addition, on Monday 18th July, Holy Rosary will be having a Blood Donor Drive from 10am
until 2.30pm. Our target is 67 pints of blood, so we encourage as many girls, parents and extended families to please help us achieve our target. What a wonderful way to celebrate Mandela Day – by helping to save a life.
“Your playing small does not serve the world. Who are you not to be great?”
Nelson Mandela God bless and I wish you all a wonderful week ahead.
Ana Lourenço
Deputy Principal : Student Affairs
GENERAL
Prayers
Please remember the following members of the HRS family who are in need of your supportive prayers:
Jada Dihahlo (Grade 9) who has been very ill;
Mrs Davel (Hospitality) whose daughter is not well;
those families and teachers in our primary and high schools who have been victims of crime;
those girls, families and HRS staff, who are going through a difficult time at present.
Please remember all those in our Holy Rosary family who are in need, or who are suffering in any way.
SPORT NEWS
Please see below the Sports Timetable for the week ahead (Monday 18th to
Saturday 23rd July) for Athletics, Hockey and Tennis.
Please note that these timetables are subject to change. All girls will be notified if any changes have been made.
Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd July:
Athletics Monday 18th Tuesday 19th Wednesday 20th Thursday 21st Friday 22nd Short + Long Distance Training: 15h30 - 17h00 @ Shanahan Short Distance Training: 15h30 – 17h00 Optional Road Run: 15h30 – 16h30 @ Shanahan No Training or Events Long Distance Training: 15h30 – 17h00 Optional Road Run: 15h30 – 16h30 @ Shanahan No Training or Events Hockey Monday 18th Tuesday 19th Wednesday 20th Thursday 21st Friday 22nd Saturday 23rd Training: u16 15h30 - 16h45 @ Shanahan Match vs Roedean 14h15 – 17h30 u16 + 1st Team @ Roedean Training: u16 15h30 - 16h45 @ Shanahan Training: u16 15h30 - 16h45 1st Team 15h30 - 17h00 @ Shanahan No Training or Events Howell/Pullen First Round u16 @ St Andrew’s 1st Team @ St Stithian’s Tennis Monday 18th Tuesday 19th Wednesday 20th Thursday 21st Friday 22nd No Training or Events
Sun City Team Training:
14h30 – 16h00 @ Shanahan
Sun City Team Training: 14h30 – 16h00 AND Social Tennis 15h30 - 17h00 @ Shanahan No Training or Events
Sun City Team Training:
13h15 – 14h30
Equestrian
The Holy Rosary High School Equestrian Team competed in the 4th Interschool’s
Qualifier held at Eaton Farms in Sun Valley on 25 & 26 June 2016. The results were as follows:
Gabriella van der Walt
Prix Caprilli Dressag 7th & 6th
Show jumping:
Ideal Time round 70cm 12th
Accumulator round 80cm 3rd Competition round 80cm 18th Working Hunter 4th Zandri Du Toit Show jumping: Competition round 8th Tahlia Zugschwerdt Show jumping:
Ideal Time round 6th
Competition round 5th
Congratulations to the following riders who have been selected to represent Holy Rosary High School and Gauteng Ekurhuleni at the Gauteng Finals from the 6th –
9th August 2016 at Kyalami Equestrian Park:
Gabriella van der Walt for Show Jumping - Accumulator Class A Team; Show Jumping - Competition Class A Team; Working Hunter A Team; and Prix Caprilli Test 1 A Team & Test 2 B Team.
Tahlia Zugschwerdt for Show Jumping - Ideal Time B Team. General
Congratulations to Carlyn Hose who has been awarded the karate-do rank of Brown 1.
Well done to Chiara Contomathios who participated in the Nomads SA Girls Championships 2016 on 28 June and finished 3rd overall. This is a fantastic
achievement, Chiara!
Sports Quote for the Week:
“You are all champions in your own way. That doesn’t mean you have to be number 1 or the best. Just do your best. If you aren’t first, then make those people ahead of you break records by pushing them with your personal best.”
- Anonymous
Mrs. T. Zoghby Head of Sport
CANCELLATION OF DEBS’ FAMILY QUIZ NIGHT
Due to unforeseen circumstances we have to cancel the Debs’ Family Quiz Night that was scheduled for the 21st July 2016. Apologies for any disappointment and
inconvenience caused.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATION
On behalf of the beneficiaries, we would like to thank everyone concerned at Holy Rosary School for the most welcome and generous donation of R2 501.00 which was deposited directly into the CHOC account on the 1st June, 2016.
At CHOC we aim to provide the best possible support for children with cancer and life-threatening blood disorders, and their families. Beginning as a parent support group in 1979, CHOC has developed into a nationwide organisation with a head office and six divisions, and 13 housing facilities. Our holistic approach includes psychosocial support in the hospital wards, from diagnosis onwards, and practical support ranging from accommodation to transport and recreation. We also support paediatric oncology staff, fund the upgrade of treatment facilities and ensure hospital wards are child-friendly. Our early warning signs programme promotes early detection.
Your generosity in supporting the work that CHOC does is sincerely appreciated. Kind regards,
Brenda Steyn Office Coordinator
CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation
HRS SUPPORTERS’ MERCHANDISE
The PA are selling fantastic HRS Supporters’ merchandise:
Fleece blankets R230 Knitted scarf & beanie R160 Sleeveless Body Warmers R330 Beautiful Ladies Hats R350 Thermal Flasks R110 ON SALE: 75th commemorative goods 2 x Wine glasses R100 Wine R100 Wine & glasses combo R200
Romans 8:18-19 states, " I consider that what we suffer at this present time cannot be compared to all the glory that is going to be revealed on us."
In our lives, we are always going to face many different obstacles. Some obstacles may seem bigger than others. Some days we may feel like giving up. But from the above verse, it is clear that God has so many great things in store for us ! He has a plan for each and every single one of us. God had a plan for each of us before we were even born into this beautiful world! The difficulty comes in trusting in God and carrying on.
This week, when you feel hopeless and possibly lost, stop for a second and speak to God. Speak to him in any way you wish, say an Our Father or even a Hail Mary, God is there to listen!
We need to keep our faith strong and trust in God! "And so let go my soul, and trust in him".
I hope everyone has a fantastic week!
Michela Giuricich Deputy Head Girl : Religion
DEBS 2016 - Decide Commit Succeed Dates to Diarise for 2016
Debs Market Day 29th July
Parents Association Winter Carnival 30th July
Cancellation of Debs’ Family Quiz Night
Due to unforeseen circumstances we have to cancel the Debs’ Family Quiz Night that was scheduled for the 21st July 2016. Apologies for any disappointment and
inconvenience caused. Holy Rosary Market Days
The next Market Day will be on Friday, 29th July 2016. Thank you to the Primary School girls and staff for your support during these market days.
Primary School Grade 3 and 4 Netball Festival
The Debs sold food and refreshments on the day. Thank you to everyone who supported and assisted the Debs. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Holy Rosary Debs Golf Day
Our sincere thanks for your support of our Debs’ Golf Day on the 14th June. It was
an extremely successful fundraiser and a good day of fun too! Thank you to the sponsors for your generous gifts.
Parents Association Carnival Day – 30th July
The PA has invited the Debs to sell food and run market stalls on the day. Thank you staff, parents, and girls for your on-going, amazing support Take care
Mrs de Castro Debs Convenor
