From The Principal’s Desk, 30 October 2020

Dear Parents

In my last few newsletters, I have avoided writing anything about the Covid-19 pandemic.  I thought it best to shift to a more positive, student-centric focus.

Unfortunately, in the last few weeks there has been an increase in the Western Cape and the Parklands area specifically identified.  Although we have only had one positive case, a student, we need to remain vigilant.

It is our duty to ensure that we follow the protocols prescribed by WCED and the Department of Health.  Our year 10 and 12 students are writing their external Cambridge examinations and it is crucial they remain in good health.  Should they test positive or be in contact with a positive case it will affect their ability to complete the examination series.  We thus ask that you maintain rigorous protocols at home.

Students must always maintain social distancing.  As much as they may wish to socialize and mingle closely with friends, it just takes one positive case to change the course of their lives.

We are also acutely aware that the process of dropping and collecting students at school can be very frustrating.  Parents must please use the demarcated parking bays and not double park.  Our neighbors, and the area around the school in general, has been negatively affected by the queues of cars trying to enter the school property at certain times of the day. We have sent letters in the past regarding this issue and respectfully ask you to adhere to the guidelines.  We can make someone’s day or ruin it entirely by our own actions.  Let us be mindful of one another in an already difficult and frustrating time.  Let us be the kindness someone might need today.

Have a wonderful weekend ahead.

Edna