From the Principal’s Desk, 26 February 2021

Dear Parents

As you may be aware, the school has a full robotics programme from Pre-reception to Year 6 in the primary school.  In the high school we teach more advanced and age-appropriate planning for robotics, computer science etc.

You are not required to purchase Apple devices to accommodate this programme as the school provides this to the students on campus.  Unfortunately, when a student is in quarantine, or at home for any reason, they will not have access to the school’s Apple devices.  Under these circumstances, the teacher will provide alternative work for the student to complete at home.

Unfortunately, we had to quarantine a class this week as a teacher’s assistant tested positive for Covid-19.  The staff followed all prescribed protocols and to date, none of our students have contracted the virus after being at school.  Rest assured that we accommodate students under quarantine and ensure that no student is left behind.

SCHOOL COUNSELLOR

Our school counsellor, Mrs Cindy Arenstein, has tended her resignation as she and her family are moving to KwaZulu Natal. Cindy has been with us for more than two years and has been instrumental in establishing support systems for students, parents, and teachers. We will miss her but wish her, and her family, all the best in their new adventure.

We have appointed a Mrs Kayla Smith who will join us in the 2nd term. This position is now a full-time one and Kayla will spend two days a week at Helderberg International School and three days a week at Blouberg International School.

As we are at the end of week seven it is almost unbelievable that the end of the term is in sight.  Verbal report meetings are scheduled to take place in week 10 and the staff will communicate with you regarding the procedure.

I wish you all a wonderful weekend.

Kind regards
Edna