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Ané Retief – Hoofmeisie, Welmari Volschenk – Onderhoofmeisie, Myburgh van Zyl – Onderhoofseun en Arno Roodt – Hoofseun.

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HOOFLEIERS VIR 2016

HELLO NOVEMBER!Hold on tight, I suspect that this month will go by in the blink of an eye.This is the last issue of 2015, in which AWSUM will be boasting with your school news and achievements for the year … The next issue will be filled with lots of festive treats and holiday content, just in time for you to get into Christmas mode.

This year has certainly been busy, and for some perhaps more challenging than for others. But if you’re reading this, you’ve made it!We’d like to thank all of the teachers and marketers of each school for submitting and sharing your school news, events and excellent achievements.To everyone who has started prepping for finals, we’d like to wish you the best of luck. Especially the Matric class of 2015.

There’s not much left for us to say, except: heads down, pens up & go for it!All the best,

Tenille & the AWSUM team.

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Sun’s out. School’s almost over. Splash out and head for the blue. Fashion Editor

Pepe Sofianos has your holiday looks sorted.

Take the short cut and rock a seriously cool look.

Call it the romper, the play suit or dun-garee shorts –

whatever. Just wear them!

RED, WHITE AND BLUE IS THE SUPER-RAD

COLOUR COMBO FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

Fun in the sun stuff from Soda Bloc.

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Nothing says time out like nautical stripes, shorts and Tees and sizzling sunnies.

Alessanda Ambrosio struts her stuff

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Mason Disick looks so cool in his straw trilby and blue striped T.

Justine Bieber sets the mood for the beach in his board shorts and tats.

Blue reflective aviators, R69, Fashion Express.

Striped bodycon dress, R99.99, Mr Price. Red patent wedges, R390, Truworths.

Straw trilby, R149, Cotton On. Striped playsuit, R379, Witchery. Espadrilles, R150, Woolworths.

Red striped Tee, R99, Soda Bloc.

Round reflective sunnies, R75, Jay Jays.

Foliage board shorts, R170, Woolworths.

Navy gladiators, R129.99, Mr Price.

Fun flip flops, R79, Soda Bloc.

White denim dungaree shorts, R299.99, Legit. Red wave boxy Tee, R199, Cotton On. Striped flop flops, R150, Woolworths.

Graphic T, R59.99 and Bermuda shorts,

R99.99, both Mr Price.

Blue sunnies, R65 and sneakers, R299,

both LTD Guys.

Navy star bikini, R189, Soda Bloc.

NAUTI BUT NICE AND PERFECT FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

Essence Nauti Girl Collection ,bright sea blues for eyes and

nails ( plus fun stick-ons), hot coral on your lips and sparkling

fresh Nauti Girl scent. Priced from R24.95.

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HOËRSKOOL PRESIDENT STEYN(t) 051 445 2364 (e) admin@steyners.co.za

Caraway slaw and orange and peach chutney dressingServes 6I love the warm, sweet, almost peppery aroma of caraway seeds, with their hint of aniseed. And you can taste the sunshine in the sultanas… INGREDIENTS:For the dressing:• 2 cloves garlic, crushed• 10 ml orange zest• 5 ml ginger, freshly grated• 1 red chilli, sliced• 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice• 2 tbls Wellington’s red wine vinegar• 1/4 cup sesame oil• 1 tbls honey• 2 tbls Wellington’s Peach Chutney• Salt to tastePlace all ingredients in a food processor and blend.

The slaw:• 3 large green apples, skin on, sliced• 250 g green cabbage, finely shredded• 250 g red cabbage, finely shredded• 1cup walnuts, toasted• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, toasted• 1/2 cup sultanas• 6 spring onions with tops, roughly chopped• 1/2 cup mint, chopped• 2.5 ml caraway seeds, toasted and crushed (optional)

METHOD:Toss all the ingredients together and mix well with the orange dressing just before serving.

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VRL 2016Ons is baie trots om die hoofleiers van 2016 bekend te stel. Hulle is van links Zandilee Beket (Onderhoofdogter), Zandrè Nel (Onderhoofseun), Andor van Brakel (Hoofseun) en Marjolie Engelbrecht (Hoofdogter). Baie geluk. Ons weet julle gaan ons na nuwe hoogtes lei in 2016.

STEYNERS MAAK ‘N VERSKILSteyner personeel het besluit om die kinders van Esperanza Jeugsorgsentrum so bietjie te bederf die kersfees. Die personeel het vir elke kind ‘n geskenkpakkie opgemaak en hulle Spur toe geneem vir ‘n heerlike bederf. Baie dankie ook aan Kobus en Marita Jonker vir die borg van die ete, die kinders het hulself gate uit geniet.

HOËRSKOOL SENTRAAL(t) 051 410 1800 (e) mail@sentraal.co.za

Westley Schutte is aanvanklik gekies vir die Akademiese span wat oorgeskuif het na die Hoë verrigtingspan wat fokus op die Wêreldkampioenskappe in 2016.

LEWENSREDDING

WERK-EN-WEN VOORTREKKERS BY HULLE JAARLIKSE PRYSUITDELING

5 EXAM STRESS

HOW TO BEAT EXAMINATION STRESS

Do you sweat as the date of your examinations approaches? Is the lack of calmness causing you to under-perform? Here is some advice to tide over those anxious moments!

1. Start studying well before the exam. Make sure your schedule provides for sufficient revision time. As any good test-taker will tell you, the revisions are more important than the first time study.

2. Focus on understanding the concepts rather than mugging. Use mnemonics if rote learning is the only way out.

3. Think about the time after the exam. Visualize the happiness on your face when the stressful period is over. This works very well.

4. Keep reminding yourself that your hard work will not go to waste.

5. If you are afraid of tough questions, it helps to know that most questions are of average difficulty and designed to be answered correctly by most examinees.

6. Designate a “study buddy”, a classmate who is an expert in a subject you have trouble in, that you can come to with questions.

7. Get plenty of sleep. It’s way more

stressful to memorize lots of information or comprehend complicated concepts on less than 6 hours sleep.

8. Eat healthy food, since it’s often easier to function on nutritious food than junk. While sugar might be a quick source of energy, sugar lows happen pretty fast and the let-down can often be severe.

9. Exercise. Physical exercise like running, jogging or skipping for 15-20 minutes everyday will make you feel stress free and mentally fit.

10. While taking notes, use as many diagrams, graphs, figures and illustrations as possible. This helps to make several revisions at the last moment!

11. Ask a senior or more knowledgeable person to prepare sample tests for you. If practice tests are available online or in the market, go for them. Many questions are similar to or

verbatim from practice material.

12. On the day of the exam, feel happy! Think

positive and keep cool! Good

luck!

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SHOP TILL’ YOU DROPEunice is very proud to have their annual Christmas market with rows and rows of goodies for Christmas. Homemade crafts and food from all over South Africa fill Eunice’s hall and attract many people from in and around Bloemfontein.For the ten days the market is open, the hall is crowded with people looking for the

perfect gift. Eunice has a great team of staff behind the scenes who make sure that everything runs smoothly and that all customers are helped. After picking out a delicious treat , Eunice offers you free coffee outside in their tea garden. Get on down to Eunice and find that perfect gift. BY SARAH DE’ATH

CBC ST JOSEPH’S 75TH CELEBRATION: 1940 – 2015St Joe’s celebrated 75 years of quality education this year. We hosted the Inter-CBC’s, which were very enjoyable and successful. A gholf day was held with many prizes and old-boys and girls attending. The reunion dinner, held on the 24th September, was a resounding success. Many old-boys and girls saw

each other for the first time since leaving school. What a privilege it was to witness all these friendships being rekindled!

A mass was held for the reunion on the 25th September to end the festivities. Thank you, St Joseph’s for 75 wonderful years.

GREY COLLEGE SCHOOL CAPTAINS 2016

From left to right - Nico Prinsloo (Vice School Captain: City), Mario Vieira (School Captain 2016), Mr Deon Scheepers (Headmaster), and Dian Schoonees (Vice School Captain: Hostels)

From left to right - Dian Schoonees (Vice School Captain: Hostels), Mario Vieira (School Captain 2016), Nico Prinsloo (Vice School Captain: City)

STRAATMYL - UITSLAEOnder die uitslae van die Grey Kollege Straatmyl in samewerking met Van Rensburg Patoloë en Sportsmans Warehouse:Vroue:

1. Kesa – Kovsies (5:05)2. Rizoni van Aswegen – Kovsies (5:26)3. Claire Cronje – St Michaels Staff (5:28)Mans:1. Jan Willem Ras – Kovsies (4:17)2. Khothatso Mokone – Kovsies (4:20)3. Xolani Loni – CUT (4:22)Veterane Mans:1. Nicholas Theron – (5:09)2. Wikus Vorster – Kovsies (5:12)3. Barry Williams – Nedbank Athletics (5:53)Veterane Vroue:1. Teresa Richards - (5:21)2. Lorentia van Straten – Kovsies (6:10)3. Sanmarie Holtzhausen – Tempe Tekkies (6:26Meesters Vroue:1. Sunet Nicholaisen – (6:01)2. Zelda Prinsloo – Tempe Tekkies (6:23)Meesters Mans:1. Adri Vermaas – Kovsies (5:48)Seuns o19:

1. Velaphi Qwalane – Lereko High School / Nedbank (4:24)2. Nope Moleyane – HTS Louis Botha (4:25)3. Jan-Louis – Fichardtpark (4:33)Seuns o17:1. Joseph Mokoteli – HTS Louis Botha (4:31)2. Mpho Balula – HTS Louis Botha (4:36)3. Kgotsofola Kwalane – HTS Louis Botha (4:44)Meisies o19:1. Marne Mentz – Kovsies (5:352. Jayme Vermaas – Oranje Meisieskool (5:50)3. Marjone Human – Ornaje Meisieskool (6:14) Meisies o17:1. Welmari Volschenk – Fichardtpark (5:52)2. Zelda vd Merwe – Oranje Meisieskool (5:55)3. Fatima Galatia – St Michaels (6:10)

HEALTH & HOME

WILLEM POSTMA(t) 051 436 2730/1 (e) pthysn@wpps.co.za

LAERSKOOL FICHARDTPARK

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FICHIES SE OOEIVAAR IS BESIG

GELIEFDE SKOOL-HOOF TREE AF

NOG PERSONEEL GROET

Die ooievaar besoek Fichie-juffrouens in dries by die skool. Mag die pienkvoetjies net vreugde vir julle bring.

Mnr Johan du Preez was 16 jaar Skoolhoof by Fichardtpark Primêre Skool. Mnr du Preez het diep spore by Fichies gemaak. Hy word deur die personeel beskryf as eerlik, betroubaar, lojaal, omgee-mens,’n persoon met goeie Christelike waardes en ‘n ware heer wat altyd respek vir ander toon. Ons beste wense vergesel Mnr du Preez met sy aftrede.

Fichies groet geliefde personeel wat gesamentlik 119 jaar by Fichies betrokke was. Ons beste wense vergesel hulle met hulle aftredes.

Van links na regs: Janco Liebenberg (O/hoofseun), Tannie Betsie Blom (Finansies), Ryno Annandale (Hoofseun), Mnr. Tom Prinsloo (Dept. hoof), Lizbe Scott (O/hoofdogter), Mnr Frans Massyn (Adjunkhoof), Arne van der Merwe (H/dogter), Juffrou Louise de Wet (Graad 3 Graadhoof).

Van links na regs: Juffrou Engelie van den Bergh (Graad 3), Juffrou Lize-Mari Jonker (Graad 1) en Juffrou Tinka Schickerling (RO).

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1STE KRIEKETSPANDie 1ste krieketspan het deelgeneem aan die Oranje Printing and Packaging Kriekettoernooi, die afgelope vakansie by Senekal. Hulle het 3 uit die 5 wedstryde gewen. Ons is baie trots op hulle.

LANGASEMS SA LANDLOOPDié landloopatlete van Willem Postma het aan die SA Landloop Kampioenskappe te Middelburg, Mpumalanga deelgeneem. Dankie dat julle ons skool verteenwoordig het. Ons is trots op julle!

Baie geluk aan Carlé Stockenström, dogters

o/9 wat ‘n 2de plek by die SA Landloop Kampioenskappe

verower het en met ‘n silwer medalje wegstap. Die o/9 dogterspan het algeheel ‘n 3de plek

behaal en is beloon met ‘n brons medalje .

Van links is Beau Zijlsta, Lombard Willemse, Carlé Stockenström en Denise Cilliers.

5 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR POOL ALGAE FREE DURING THE SUMMER HEATWell it’s that time of year folks. Summer is here, vacations are being taken left and right, the heat is on, and for some pool owners, this all can equate to that green thing that makes pool ownership a frustrating experience … Algae!With today’s technology, there’s really no reason anyone should be having problems with algae in the first place.Here is your summer survival list of 5 keys to ensuring your pool doesn’t have problems with the “green monster” during these hot months:

1. Keep your sanitizer levels up!!! For most, this means your chlorine needs to be kept at optimal levels, all day, every day. This is also why we’re such big advocates of salt chlorine generators at River Pools, as they manage to keep a consistent level of chlorine in the pool at all times, preventing the growth of algae in the first place. And for those of you not

using salt, make sure to shock your pool at least weekly during this time of year.

2. Keep the water moving: One key to remember is that algae likes to start when water stops, which is why it’s a good idea to always keep your pool water filtering. This is also why most modern pools have variable speed pumps, which allows constant water flow without the high energy usage.

3. Use the pool: Did you know often times the best way of keep a pool clean and free of debris is by swimming in it as much as possible? Yep, that’s certainly the case, and it’s because swimmers stir

up the water and debris, allowing the skimmer to catch more particles and ultimately filtering the pool better.

4. Keep an eye on your filter: This goes back to #2, but if your sand or cartridge get too clogged up, the water will slow down, which can hurt filtration as well as chlorine production...which is bad news.

5. Add an algaecide weekly: Although this isn’t always necessary, it’s another means of algae prevention, and something that certainly won’t hurt your chances of having a hassle-free summer with your pool.

So there you have it, 5 ways to keep your pool algae free during the hot summer months.

TOP 4 SUMMER SKIN TIPSAs you prepare to show more skin, get ready to face the sun’s rays with our top 4 summer skin tips!

1. Exfoliate for clearer, smoother skinWhat it does: Exfoliation removes dead, dulling skin debris to prevent congestion and improve hydration from toners and moisturizers.When: Perform in the mornings prior to toner, moisturizer, SPF and make-up application. Tip: Make-up will last longer on an exfoliated skin!

2. Keep skin hydratedHow: Up your regimen’s level of hydration with intensive masques, perfect for use one to two times a week. Boosters are a great fit, working best when layered underneath a moisturizer. Toners are a refreshing moisturizer prep, working to even out skin porosity. Tip: Refresh with a revitalizing toner spritz at your desk, in the car or at the gym.3. Make friends with H20Why: Higher temperatures and more time

outdoors leads to internal dehydration, which can result in headaches and dizzy spells!4. When in doubt, apply (and reapply!)Why: It’s not enough to just apply sunscreen: you must apply enough, and apply frequently. Studies indicate that most people do not apply nearly as much daylight protection as they should.How much: A teaspoon for the face. For the body, about as much as would fill a shot glass.How often: Re-apply every two hours.

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LEARNING TO DRIVE

12 November

SPECTRE27 November

BLINKIN BILL 13 November

BEFORE WE GO27 November

THE LOFT13 November

THE PEANUTS MOVIE04 Dec 2015

GHOSTHUNTERS: ON ICY TRAILS

20 Nov 2015

STAR WARS - THE FORCE AWAKENS

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RANKINGS

RANK TEAM PLAYED PTS1 ST STITHIANS 15 9,90 2 GREY COLLEGE 11 9,60 3 RONDEBOSCH 10 8,69 4 ST JOHNS COLLEGE 21 8,33 5 PRETORIA BOYS HIGH 18 8,29 6 GLENWOOD 11 8,15 7 NELSPRUIT 5 7,92 8 PAARL GIM 4 7,65 9 PEARSON 9 7,30 10 ST ALBANS COLLEGE 6 7,28 11 KINGSWOOD 4 7,28 12 KES 12 7,19 13 WATERKLOOF 11 6,92 14 WOODRIDGE 6 6,72 15 GREY HIGH SCHOOL 9 6,63

RANK TEAM PLAYED PTS16 MENLOPARK 3 6,57 17 BOLAND LANDBOU 6 6,42 18 PAUL ROOS GYM 6 6,38 19 CLIFTON 8 6,33 20 BISHOPS 7 6,16 21 PAARL BOYS HIGH 5 5,90 22 SOMERSET COLLEGE 5 5,86 23 ST BENEDICTS 6 5,85 24 KEARSNEY COLLEGE 8 5,83 25 ST ANDREWS SCHOOL 8 5,41 26 MONUMENT 7 5,36 27 ST ANDREWS COLLEGE 7 5,33 28 SACS 7 5,20 29 WYNBERG 10 4,95 30 FRAMESBY 6 4,92

RANK TEAM PLAYED PTS31 AFFIES 14 4,91 32 MARITIZBURG COLLEGE 16 4,86 33 MONTANA 6 4,73 34 UPLANDS 7 4,70 35 HILTON COLLEGE 7 4,63 36 GARSFONTEIN 7 4,36 37 DAN PIENAAR 7 4,04 38 CBC BOKSBURG 8 3,94 39 HUDSON PARK 10 3,58 40 QUEENS COLLEGE 5 3,50 41 WESTVILLE 9 3,47 42 MARLOW 4 2,90 43 SELBORNE COLLEGE 4 2,78 44 JEPPE 7 2,44 45 NORTHWOOD 8 2,33

FIRST XI CRICKET RANKINGS 17TH NOVEMBER, 2015