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GlenwoodTimesIssue 1 • January 2014

GRADE 3 TREASURE

HUNT

SPORT RESULTS

Newsletter

NEW TEACHERS

Plus

GLENWOODRESIDENCE

GRADE 1FIRST DAY

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FEATURES

03 Headmaster’s Message 04 Grade 1 First Day

07 Grade 3 Treasure Hunt

08 Preparatory Head Prefects

09 Glenwood Residence: College House

10 New Teachers

NOTICE BOARD

11 Glenwood House - the best choice

12 Alumni

EXTRA MURALS

14 Sport Achievements

Pre-PreparatoryMrs D Symes044 - [email protected]

PreparatoryMrs D Rohrer044 - [email protected]

CollegeMrs C Poole / Mrs W Venter044 - [email protected]

Glenwood Ave, Glenwood, George, 6529

PO Box 4569, George East, 6539

www.glenwoodhouse.co.za

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Headmaster’s Message

Please allow me to extend a warm welcome to all our parents for 2014 – I hope that this will be a prosperous and happy year for all. A special welcome to all our new families! It is indeed an honour to have you

join the Glenwood family and we hope your stay with us will be an extremely pleasant one.

I would like to encourage you as concerned parents, to become part of your child’s journey of growth and discovery, be it in or out of the classroom.

As I mentioned in my initial interview with you, no school can guarantee your child a trouble-free education – there will be bumps in the road ahead and I therefore invite you to make use of our open-door policy and come in and discuss any issues of concern that you may have.

Encourage your child to take part in the many activities on offer at the school. In fact, let them do more than they have to, as experience has taught us that a busy child is a happy child.

I would also like to use this opportunity to congratulate our matric class of 2013 on their exceptional academic results – our 100% matric pass rate remains intact – well done!


The Grade One teachers were excited to welcome a new group of eager and smiling learners on the first day of term. The children appeared ready and able for a “smart start” to their school career. Although most of the children seemed to handle their first morn-ing with confidence, it was evident that some of the parents were struggling to adjust to this new phase of their children’s lives and quite a few wet eyes were observed! The Little Glens seem to find the transition to “big school” a breeze, as they are already familiar with the structure of the school. We would like to take this opportunity of welcoming all the new parents and children to the Glenwood family and hope that you will soon feel at home here. The teachers look forward to a spe-cial year with this lovely bunch of brand new “Glenwoodians.”

GRADE 1 FIRST DAY

47GRADE 1s

HAVE ENROLLED

FOR 2014


he Grade 3s began the year with a Treasure Hunt on the school grounds and a

magazine alphabet treasure

hunt thereafter.Great fun was had by all. Even the ‘chief pirate’ of the school paid us a visit.

GRADE 3TREASURE HUNTT


Congratulations to the head prefects in the Preparatory School for 2014.

Head Boy – Brahm van StraatenHead Girl – Megan Bartels

Deputy Head Boy – Alex VakisDeputy Head Girl – Robyn Franklin

PREPARATORYHEAD PREFECTS

2014


College house has five very different students, and the house is situated in Kraaibosch Manor. The hostel father is Mr Oosthuizen and the hostel mother is his wife, Mrs Oosthuizen. We were very

spoiled the first two nights in the hostel with a game of tenpin bowling and a trip to Wakaberry. While the two grade 8s had their “potjiekos” c o m p e t i t i o n , the grade 10s were treated to a movie at the mall. Our chef, Nicky, makes the most amazing food, from roast chicken to pizza. We all enjoy the hostel very much and everyone gets along with one other very well. Mr and Mrs Oosthuizen are always there if we ever need a helping hand with anything, like homework or if we just need someone to talk to. We are all very grateful for everything they do for us.

GLENWOOD RESIDENCECOLLEGE HOUSE

College House invades the tenpin bowling alley, and having a lot of fun. On the right is Rudi Reitz and fetching the ball is Sean-Patrick Sassin while Mrs Marina Oosthuizen, Annabelle Loyd, Elisma Schutte, and Georgia Solomon look on.

College House learners waiting in anticipation for their turn to roll the ball. From left to right: Mrs Marina Oosthuizen, Annabelle Lloyd, Georgia Solomon, Rudi Reitz and Sean-Patrick Sassin.


Glenwood House welcomes the following new teaching staff members to the school:

Mr Werner Baehnisch (Science - College) Ms Lurinda du Preez (English - College) Mrs Lindi Nieman (Prep - Gr 4) Mrs Helianthé Smit (Prep - Music) Mr Bernard Wurdeman (I.T. – College)

These extremely well-qualified staff members will add even further excellence to the established Glenwood product. We wish them a long and happy stay at the school.

NEWTEACHERS

WELCOME TO GLENWOOD HOUSE

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ALUMNI“Studying Law at Rhodes - first year went well. Doing a semester exchange in Milan, Italy this year as part of my second year studies. Also took part in a Moot Court Competition and was placed 2nd out of 16 universities.”

Nina Reinach

“Finishing up undergrad in anthropology with a few extra majors this year and also doing anthropological research in Malta as well as working for the hosting Belgian university (Leuven University) as academic staff. “

Aldi du Toit

“Just transferred to Cape Town this year to do my third year of mechanical engineering. All going very well.

Jonathan Murdy

“Finishing my bachelor or Honours in Digital Film Making and 3D Animation this year. Currently working for Audi as Technical Artist in Germany. Hope to visit again soon. “

Melissa Pohl

“Just heard that I discovered a new plant species late last year, practical year starting off well.”

Brian du Preez

“Currently studying International BTEC Diploma in Events Management; going into my final year, 3rd year. Received the Highest marks overall for the last 2 years. Hoping to further my studies with a BA Degree in Events Management & Tourism Management next year. Congrats to all the success making our Glenwood Alumni proud!”

Jessica Hubert

“Going into my third year at NMMU, studying a bachelor of engineering in mechatronics. Going well!!”

Dillon Scott

“(Jim) Jiren Zhou is living in China (Shanghai) and studying and working in an Accountancy Firm.”

Maxim Zubarev

“In 2013 I finished a Diploma Management course; 1st year passed with good marks in order to advance to BCom Economics for 2014... I am studying at NMMU George and still recognised as an International Student...”

Maxim Zubarev

“I am currently studying in Potchefstroom. I am studying communications and industrial psychology and will possibly be taking on law as an extra this year. I dance for the university as well as being the marketing manager of this committee. Hope all is well at Glenwood.”

Kayla Erasmus


SOME NEWS FROM OUR STUDENTS OUT THERE IN THE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ARENA ...

“I am now a second year medical student at Stellenbosch University and I can’t convey enough how much Glenwood has helped me to cope with the academic demands of a rather hectic course. Throughout last year, the work I did was very much science-based and it was very challenging, but I found that the foundation for science and such subjects that had been laid down while I was at Glenwood was crucial for my success during the first year. This foundation included a strong work ethic that was instilled in me right from the beginning of grade 8, supportive teachers that motivated me and the motto that one should always pursue excellence in all areas of life. Those three factors, along with many others, allowed me to do well in my first year and I am confident that they will also help me in the years to come. I’d also like this opportunity to thank Mr van Zyl for his impeccable teaching in science. It’s sad to hear that he has left the Glenwood family, but I know that another teacher was appointed who is equally as great. I really feel like the opportunities presented to me at Glenwood allowed me to become a well-rounded person which is extremely important in the world of university. I am doing well and I am sure that my experience at Glenwood has something to do with it. I look forward to the year ahead and I trust that it is a blessed and prosperous year for the school.”

Nicole Spence - Alumni 2012

“Just completed a BSc Mathematical Sciences (Focus: Mathematics) at Stellenbosch. Graduation on 11th December. Doing honours in mathematics next year.”

Mark Chimes

“Doing medicine at UCT. First year went fine, and I managed to get onto the Dean’s List. Class starts on Monday so I’m back in Cape Town again and excited for 2nd year.”

Tiaan Munro

“I just received my degree from UCT. I studied a BA with a triple major in Drama, English Literature, and Classical Studies. I’ve been accepted into the honours program for English next year but I plan on taking a gap year teaching English in Korea to help cover the costs. After that honours and I hope to do my masters overseas. The long-term plan is to become a career academic and research and lecture.”

Juanita de Villiers

“On the academics front, I recently changed my major to a Bachelor of Science in Finance and I also was admitted to a highly prestigious program called AIM, which stands for Applied Investment Management. The program provides a small group of students with the opportunity to manage $2 Million of the universities’ money in equity funds and to invest in the stock market. My first classes for the program start this coming semester and if successful, I will graduate with a B/S in Finance and an AIM certificate. So a lot of exciting times ahead for me, but a lot of time away from home because I have to do an internship in the States over May, June and July at a large investment firm in either Chicago or New York City. I could never express how grateful I am to Glenwood House for the doors they have opened for me.”

Brandon Cloete

Brandon Cloete is now studying at the University of Marquette and previously studied at Arizona State University. Before Brandon came to Glenwood House he was told to do Mathematical Literacy. At Glenwood we advised him to do Mathematics and Science and he obtained distinctions in both of these subjects at the end of his Grade 12 year (2 out of his 4 distinctions).


Dyllan Schewitz: • George Club • ABO League• 2 Gold and 1 Bronze SPORT

RESULTSOutstanding Achievements

ARCHERY

Gary Wagner, Colan Hoogbaard: • U17 SWDJoshua Kleu, Richard Papenfus, Jean du Plessis, Ruan Moolman: • U15 SWD: won 5 out of 6 of matches. • Made History: Most successful SWD cricket team of any age group.

CRICKET

Chris Brooks: • SWD Cycling Colours: Marathon Series

CYCLING

Anne Marais: • SWD U17 B TeamSamantha Barbour: • SWD U15 A Team

BIATHLON

Gaby Berman: In the SA Championship:• 1m10 Champion Open Winner• EC Team 2nd Overall Eventing• Open SA Champion: Working Hunter• Reserve Champion OverallAlexia Gouws: • 6th SA Champs EventingJessica de Beer: • Provincial Team

EQUES-TRIAN

Alex van Wyk: • 3rd U15 SAs held at Fish RiverAnyé Verster: • 16th in A Division Junior Ladies Ranking TournamentChad Richards:• Order of Merit (OOM): 19/1/14 - A division best net (70)Luhan Bester:• Order of Merit (OOM): 19/1/14 - U13 1st runner up (74)• Represented SA Kids golf team, in the international event in Malaysia during December 2013. Placed 10th overall and as part of the SA team achieved a second place.

GOLF

Nicka Engelbrecht: • Indoor Hockey: Southern Cape Sables • U16: 3rd B-League Club Nationals

INDOOR HOC KEY

Jenna Lammers: • 2nd GP14 class Nationals held at Pine LakeGeorgou Divaris: • School Sportsman of the Year 2013 • Junior Springbok Colours • Winner of Junior National - youngest Laser sailor

SAILING

Anne Marais: • SWD Aquatics TeamJenna Borrett: • Inter provincial gala (November 2013)• 2 bronze medals

SWIMMING

Alex Mosehle: • Selected as Captain of SWD U19 Tennis Team

TENNIS

Jake Snyman, Rudi Reitz, Conrad Reynolds, Jake le Roux,Alexa Brown, Bernitia Kemp, Svenja Warnke:• SWD Water Polo. • Interprovincial. • Most successful results to date.

WATER POLO

David Best: • Awarded best mini trampoline gymnast for 2013

TRAMPO-LINE

Dear Parents

I would like to invite you to enroll your child/ren into Back to Basics cricket Academy. The academy is open Monday to Friday, January to November. The academy only closes Easter Weekend, and over the December holidays.

The academy is open to all age groups, from beginners to provincial players. I concentrate mainly on one-on-one session.

Please feel free to contact me on 082 793 4407

Yours in cricket

C.S Christie

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