The Iris Magazine 2020

MATRICS

Holtzkampf, Lara (Accounting, Afrikaans First Lutwama, Ruby (Business Studies, English Home 6 DISTINCTIONS
Additional Language, Life Orientation, Life Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences,
Sciences) Mathematics, Physical Sciences) Daniella Yav
Hore, Kimberley (Afrikaans First Additional Mabindisa, Emihle Jade Kühn
Language, English Home Language, Life Mabote, Orefile (History) Ruby Lutwama
Orientation, Mathematics) Machoba, Tarisai (Life Orientation) Hannah Mitchell
Housdon, Nicole (History) Madiba, Onthatile
Houtman, Stephanie Madzivhe, Odelia No photo available
Jhina, Marta (Life Orientation) Maepa, Neo (Accounting, Life Orientation, Sepedi
Joubert, Chané First Additional Language)
Kahumuza, Janice (English Home Language, Life Maganbeharie, Siona (History)
Orientation) Mahapa, Boipelo
Kaninda, Shekinah (Accounting, English Home Maitisa, Reese
Language, French Second Additional Language, Makama, Kwena
Life Orientation) Makgopa, Tlotlo (History, Life Orientation,
Kanti, Unathi Mathematics)
Kaplan, Courtney (Business Studies, History, Life Makhotla, Thuli (Design, Mathematical Literacy)
Orientation) Makhubele, Kumi
Katumba, Tshowa (English Home Language, Makoetjie, Thato
French Second Additional Language, History, Life Makondo, Kuhle (Accounting, Life Orientation,
Orientation) Life Sciences, Mathematics)
Kershaw, Skye (Afrikaans First Additional Makoti, Tumisho
Language, German Second Additional Language) Malahlela, Neo (Sepedi First Additional Language)
Kgasi, Phenyo (Business Studies, Life Sciences) Malan, Taylor
Kgobane, Bonolo Malaza, Nosipho (History)
Kgoebane, Kgolagano (Accounting, Physical Maloka, Oratile
Sciences) Maluleke, Ntsumi
Kgwedi, Ulashia (Afrikaans First Additional Maluleke, Xiluva (Accounting, Life Orientation,
Language, Business Studies, Computer Life Sciences)
Applications Technology, Life Orientation) Mampa, Lesedi
Khamali, Unathi Mampane, Orapeleng (Dramatic Arts)
Khoza, Melanie (Life Orientation) Maponya, Dimakatso (Business Studies, Sepedi
Kühn, Jade (Accounting, Afrikaans First First Additional Language)
Additional Language, Life Orientation, Life Maponya, Rebo
Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Sciences) Marais, Amy
Kuipers, Lara Marivate, Landiwe (Life Orientation)
Kyarkanaye, Sen Marrian, Nadine (Computer Applications
Laka, Tyla Technology, Life Orientation)
Laubscher, Kayla Maschek, Erin (Life Orientation)
Learmont, Emma (Visual Arts) Masemola, Tlamelang (History, Life Orientation)
Lehong, Reneilwe Masenge, Nkateko
Lekaba, Keabetswe Mashapha, Masana (Afrikaans First Additional
Lengosane, Mphole Language, History, Life Orientation)
Lenken, Palesa (Business Studies, History) Mashigo, Amandla
Leotlela, Reabi Masogo, Malaika
Letcher, Lauryn Mathe, Busi (Dramatic Arts, Life Orientation)
Luke, Yolo Sipokazi Mathobela, Owethu (Life Orientation)
Lung, Véronique (Afrikaans First Additional Matshediso, Resego (Afrikaans First Additional
Language, History) Language, Dramatic Arts, History, Life
Luphondo, Lesedi (Dramatic Arts, History) Orientation)
Mbada, Mbalentle

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5 DISTINCTIONS Mbokane, Amu Muller, Charlotte
McDonald, Jamie (Mathematical Literacy) Muller, Taylor (Accounting, Afrikaans First
Alessia Coetzee McEwen, Emily Additional Language, English Home Language,
Angelique Teixeira McEwen, Liah Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Mathematics,
Chantelle van Tonder McGladdery, Erin (Afrikaans First Additional Physical Sciences)
Language) Munganga, Priscilla (Accounting, Life Sciences,
Dani van Zyl McGuire, Daniella (Afrikaans First Additional Mathematics)
Devika Ajith Kumar Language) Mwali, Jannett
Mdunge, Zinhle Myer, Jenna
Meadows, Kaylee Naidoo, Macey
Meyer, Rachel Nair, Tesseria
Mhlekwa, Lilitha Nakhal Nouman, Camille (Afrikaans First
Mhlonyane, Bavu Additional Language, French Second Additional
Michaelides, Nicole Language, Life Orientation)
Michalopoulos, Mirella Nape, Uthimna (Mathematical Literacy)
Mitchell, Hannah (Accounting, Afrikaans First Ncobo, Mihlali
Additional Language, English Home Language, Ndlovu, Amahle
Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Mathematics) Ndlovu, Melisa (History)
Miya, Nonzululwazi (Mathematical Literacy) Nkadimeng, Reatile
Mmono, Waitse (Life Orientation) Nkambule, Busi
Mnisi, Thando Nkosi, Vuyiswa
Mntambo, Benzile Nkwana, Mmakgotso (Accounting, Afrikaans
Moabi, Noli First Additional Language, Business Studies, Life
Mogashoa, Tumi Orientation, Mathematics)
Mokatse, Bonolo (Accounting, Life Orientation, Nxumalo, Ntando
Mathematics, Sepedi First Additional Language) Oliver, Tatum
Mokgabudi, Lesedi (History, Life Orientation) Olivier, Caitlin (Afrikaans First Additional
Mokgoko, Oratile Language)
Mokoena, Katleho (English Home Language, Life Ortner, Julia (Computer Applications Technology,
Orientation, Life Sciences, Mathematics) Life Orientation)
Mokwena, Phenyo (Accounting, Afrikaans First Patel, Tiya
Additional Language, Mathematics, Music, Patel, Zulaikha
Physical Sciences) Paveley, Jenna
Molekoa, Lesego Pentz, Nadia (Afrikaans First Additional
Moll, Jessica (Business Studies, History, Life Language, English Home Language, Geography,
Orientation) Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Mathematics,
Moloko, Ponalo Physical Sciences)
Moodley, Sandhya (Business Studies, History, Life Pershouse, Kaylin (Afrikaans First Additional
Orientation) Language, Mathematical Literacy)
Mopeli, Palesa Phillips, Georgia (Afrikaans First Additional
Morake, Atlegang Language)
Morebudi, Tshegofatso (Sepedi First Additional Pietersen, Chanté
Language) Pillay, Ashwari
Mosaka, O'mogau Pillay, Tanika
Moss, Courtney (Afrikaans First Additional Pillay, Yirishka (History)
Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Pityana, Vuyisa (History)
Mathematics) Potts, Chevandré (Life Orientation)
Mothibe, Goitseone (History, Life Orientation) Pretorius, Kathleen
Mothibe, Oratile (Afrikaans First Additional Primmer, Téa (Life Orientation)
Language, Dramatic Arts, Life Orientation) Quvile, Nandipha (History)
Moyo, Thatiso Rakimane, Kate
Muchiri, Hope (Accounting, Afrikaans First Rakomane, Lerato
Additional Language, French Second Additional Raliphada, Thendo (Life Orientation)
Language, Life Orientation, Mathematics) Ramdin, Anjali

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Ramoroka, Bontle (History) Truong, Na (Design) Hope Muchiri
Rampai, Rorisang Tsela, Pelo Mmakgotso Nkwana
Ramukosi, Riki (Accounting, Life Orientation, Life Tshiamu, Orea (French Second Additional Phenyo Mokwena
Sciences, Physical Sciences) Language) Rebekah Campbell
Ramushwana, Lesedi (Accounting, Afrikaans First Tumagole, Thato
Additional Language, History, Life Orientation) Van Biljon, Rachel-Ann (Afrikaans First
Reddy, Caitlyn (French Second Additional Additional Language, History, Life Orientation,
Language) Visual Arts)
Reddy, Ciara (History) Van der Merwe, Bea
Reid, Erin Van der Merwe, Sam (Afrikaans First Additional
Rodrigues, Gabriella (English Home Language, Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Physical
History, Life Orientation) Sciences)
Ruguwa, Melisa Van der Nest, Caylin (Afrikaans First Additional
Sakata, Franella Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences,
Sampson, Cayley (Afrikaans First Additional Mathematics)
Language, English Home Language, German Van Heerden, Aaliyah (Afrikaans First Additional
Second Additional Language, Life Orientation) Language, History)
Sargenti, Gia (History) Van Jaarsveld, Tegan (Afrikaans First Additional
Schoonraad, Andrea Language, Mathematical Literacy)
Scott, Vevina Van Niekerk, Nicole (Afrikaans First Additional
Seagrave-Sutton, Lia (Life Orientation) Language, Mathematical Literacy)
Seboga, Reabetswe Van Staden, Sophie (Afrikaans Home Language,
Senne, Mapaseka Life Sciences, Music)
Senye, Jema (Afrikaans First Additional Van Tonder, Chantelle (Afrikaans Home
Language) Language, Design, Life Orientation, Mathematics,
Sepeng, Tiego Music)
September, Dimpho (Business Studies, English Van Wyk, Kiara
Home Language) Van Zyl, Dani (Afrikaans First Additional
Seroadi, Lethabo (Life Orientation) Language, History, Mathematical Literacy, Music,
Shearer, Yasmeen Visual Arts)
Shozi, Sisanda (French Second Additional Venkatas, Nimesha (Computer Applications
Language, Life Orientation) Technology, Life Orientation, Mathematics)
Silawu, Nyeleti (Life Orientation) Visser, Annebelle (Mathematical Literacy)
Singh, Jivika Visser, Georgia
Sipopo, Nomhle Vogetseder, Sarah (Afrikaans First Additional
Smith, Genevieve Language, German Second Additional Language,
Smith, Mari (Afrikaans First Additional Life Orientation)
Language) Wanders, Isabelle (Afrikaans First Additional
Stephen, Thamsi (Life Orientation) Language, English Home Language, History, Life
Strahlendorf, Claudia (German Second Additional Orientation, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physical
Language) Sciences)
Sukazi, Oratile (Afrikaans First Additional Wathen, Taryn
Language, Design) Wheatley, Alexia
Teixeira, Angelique (Afrikaans First Additional White, Aileen (Afrikaans First Additional
Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Language)
Mathematics, Physical Sciences) Witbooi, Zené (Afrikaans First Additional
Tembon, Jennifer Language, Business Studies, Life Orientation)
Ten Krooden, Zoe (Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Wood, Tayla (Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Music) French Second Additional Language, Life
Thaoge, Rethabile (Accounting) Orientation)
Timmerman, Kirnisha Yav, Daniella (Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Tlhoaele, Phenyo (Accounting, Business Studies, English Home Language, French Second Additional
Life Orientation, Sepedi First Additional Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences,
Language) Mathematics)

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AITKEN

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): M Olivier, Abigail Vermeulen, Alwande Mlambo, Angie Jardim, Ariane Marais, Asifiwe Muderhwa,
Catherine Stiff, Danica Daniels, Iman Fanos
Second Row (L-R): Isabella Afonso, Jay-Deane Smith, Joelene Nel, Keorapetse Khoza, Kirah Mankum, Kristen Beneckhe,
Lilitha Majeke, Rati Masako, Rebekah Seo, Sandra Saah
Third Row (L-R): Serena Kotnik, Simnto Kolisa, Sitho Mthombeni, Siyathanda Mafanya, Tayla Bolleurs, Thandeka Dlamini,
Tshedimoso Lerefolo, Tshegofatso Makola, Tshegofatso Moeti, Vuyani Mtintsilana

GRADE 10

Absent: Maryléne Ferreira
First Row (L-R): E van Niekerk, Atlegang Rametse, Boipelo Sebolai, Buhle Masedi, Carlynn Adams, Chanique Latola,
Chantelle Maseko, Darcy Bebbington, Dimpho Mahlako, Emma Nunn
Second Row (L-R): Gomolemo Sefoka, Hannah Solomon, Keyah Hughes, Khanya Mgxanga, Lefa Maserumule, Lerato Xaba,
Micaela Visser, Michelle Bobani, Naledi Maseko, Ofentse Rakoma
Third Row (L-R): Onalenna Ramokgadi, Oprah Ndofirepi, Owami Molotja, Paige Moodley, Rudzani Nedzamba, Siya Mgijima,
Tiffany Skinner, Violet Sekae, Zianda Dhladhla, Zoë Nelson

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): C Kolbe-Rossouw, Alexis Rauff
Second Row (L-R): Alicia Mntungwa, Amé Janse van Rensburg, Andani Mukhathi, Angela Mahlangu, Ashleigh Lingenfelder,
Asma Ebrahim, Basetsana Sibenya, Bowdene Pillay, Caitlin Smit, Courtney Kapnias
Third Row (L-R): Daniella Bolleurs, Daniélle Dellieu, Danita Naicker, Diya Rama, Eshiozeme Abache, Janice Jooste,
Kätlin Simmer, Lea Krdzalic, Leensa Keterew, Lesego Nzimande
Fourth Row (L-R): Nanda Mavhunga, Nyakalo Xaba, Onkatlile Lekalakala, Onthatile Ndhlovu, Ponatshego Mothibe,
Sasha-Leigh Wiggill, Thadolwethu Nawe, Wongani Chamdimba, Yolanda Makhubela, Zoë Hawker

GRADE 8

Absent: Grace Kalumwaga, Robyn Botha
First Row (L-R): K Hanwith-Horden, Amahle Dladla, Anat Abdulkareem, Ayanda Mashalaba, Calea Gersbach,
Itebogeng Mokgabudi, Jane Hunzwi
Second Row (L-R): Jenny MacDonald, Jyssica Davies, Kelly Lingenfelder, Kganya Kgolagano Sithole, Khensani Malatji,
Leilah Mazibuko, Lwazi Monareng, Mikailah Evangelou, Motheo Sebola, Natasha Chibuye
Third Row (L-R): Omphemetse Nonyana, Onkgopotse Maloka, Opal Lutwama, Retha Mokgalaka, Tammy van der Merwe,
Tanya Mungofa, Taylor Brikkels, Thokozile Ncube, Trinity Kruger, Yasipha Sishuba

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ATHLONE

GRADE 11

Absent: Buhle Mahlangu, Christine Mumera, Gaby Christofi, Morgan Pullon
First Row (L-R): R Mackenzie, Aynaz Dehghan Dehnavi, Cameron Burgess, Christa Braune, Faith Khumalo, Hannah Carmichael
Second Row (L-R): Jessica de Jong, Khumo Masela, Lesedi Makobe, Lethabo Leta, Lourdes de Almeida Van der Walt,
Luvhani Mbedzi, Maleah Schultz, Masingoaneng Tlale, Meron Fanna, Mmakgosi Tlhabadira
Third Row (L-R): Ntando Sgudla, Olerato Kgotle, Onthatile Pooe, Siya Maninjwa, Tembiwe Dhliwayo, Thandi Skosana,
Thashmika Naicker, Thato Mohlala, Tiffany Kirton, Yanila Makhudu

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): M Buchel, Akhiwe Busakwe, Anassi Holmes, Antonietta Bonalumi, Christina He, Crystal Magezi,
Esther Kyeremaa, Jaydee Slater, Jordi Venter, Kagiso Seemola
Second Row (L-R): Kago Moloisane, Kanie Raliapeng, Kira Fletcher, Lerato Ramotsepane, Lorato Daly, Naledi Nhlane,
Nashe Nyamkure, Nicole Soro, Nqobile Gamede, Onkabetse Mosala
Third Row (L-R): Phetogo Marishane, Robyn Kingsley, Sbahlesonke Ndlovu, Stephanie Ferdinand de Yogam, Thembelihle Sgudla,
Tiana Pasteris, Tshegofatso Taunyane, Tshimoloho Masithi, Uphakeme Mhlongo, Xena Meyers

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): E Rossouw
Second Row (L-R): Amu Dlamini, Cay-Lynne Siepman, Daniela Bernardo, Erica Ramano, Jaylon Fernhold, Jenna Pastor,
Jetonia Lottering, Kgali Ringane, Kganya Nchabeleng, Khanyisile Masanabo
Third Row (L-R): Lindokuhle Mokone, Mahlako Nkoana, Makgotso Masemola, Michelle Jaramba, Mihlali Geza,
Mphoentle Mabena, Nikisha Pereira, Oratile Metseeme, Paballo Thobejane, Pheladi Kgasago
Fourth Row (L-R): Rearabetswe Leola, Reitumetse Monareng, Skyla Mano, Tiffany Naidoo, Tshiamo Legoase, Vaibhav Maharaj,
Vhutshilo Makhomu, Xena Abrahams, Yolande Watts, Zelda Mavengere

GRADE 8

Absent: Caitlynn Santos, Owethu Mhlangu, Palesa Nonyane, Teagan Stone
First Row (L-R): L Smit, Aimee Akom, Buhle Mngomezulu, Caitlynn Ravell, Constance Kamuriwo, Dharini Naicker,
Divine Mary Eyamba, Florence Chikane, Hannah Lamberton
Second Row (L-R): Jocelyn Greer, Jordyn de Beer, Jorja Meyer, Keira Winter, Kganya Mphahlele, Kungentando Nzuza,
Lerato Morema, Lethabo Modimogale, Lwazi Kwatsha, Michelle Humbani
Third Row (L-R): Onthatile Mboweni, Oreloketse Lebese, Peggy Monama, Phetho Nkadimeng, Pontsho Mankge,
Raph Demetriades, Siphesihle Malimela, Tsebo Setati, Tshimologo Mokgapa, Tyana Abrahams

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BUXTON

GRADE 11

Absent: Neo Mothoa
First Row (L-R): H Potgieter, Carol Shoniwa, Cayla Lally, Chané van Zyl, Danielle Mukeba, Dj Jhina, Gontse Mogashoa
Second Row (L-R): Kara Podile, Kelcey Gernard, Kiyana Africa, Kutloano Batista, Lara Prinsloo, Lethabo Mathopa,
Mantone Morule, Megan Logan, Moonisah Valley, Mvaba Mchuba
Third Row (L-R): Naledi Legodi, Napyadi Bopape, Nayah Naidoo, Owethu Grootboom, Oyama Nkumanda, Sandra Barnes,
Shakira Naidoo, Tala Elhussiny, Valentina Lohrentz, Zamokuhle Ngcobo

GRADE 10

Absent: Coni Espinoza Yupanqui, Delia Gbodossou, Emerson Villanueva-Hay, Kay-Leigh Demas
First Row (L-R): J Barratt, Anathi Nyangintsimbi, Buhle Mvembe, Carina Camacho Abreu, Chloë van der Walt, Christine Siebert,
Demira Govender, Jemma Heunis, Katlego Modipane
Second Row (L-R): Keletso Sephiri, Khensani Maringa, Kirsten Moorhouse, Leago Mashikinya, Mahadio Tlaka, Mika Benami,
Ofentse Lebele, Omphile Mahlatse, Sibahle Skosana, Tabitha Kiabilua
Third Row (L-R): Tamlynn Morgan, Tamryn Roos, Tamzin Fat, Tathum Augus, Thando Bonga, Thebolaka Madihlaba,
Thidzi Sebola, Tiana Grobler, Tshiamo Molefe, Zintle Ntongana

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GRADE 9

Absent: Victoria Weber
First Row (L-R): L Human
Second Row (L-R): Ayanda Mtshotshisa, Eugene James, Cayley Lustig, Christien Steenekamp, Elam Nkonzo, Elizabeth Sdralis,
Itumeleng Sekgobela, Jeadie Cilliers, Jean-Lynn Schubart, Jennevive Milonga
Third Row (L-R): Katlego Motecwane, Keagile Lepule, Kega Mokoka, Kganya Ramara, Khumo Magoro, Kiera van der Merwe,
Kitana Pillay, Lesedi Adams, Madison Ferula, Makayla Gaylard
Fourth Row (L-R): Mandisa Mabena, Natalie Besigye, Reatlegile Matjila, Reitumetse Maunye, Tendai Chauke, Thuto Mokoena,
Tlotlego Maragele, Tshiamo Makhafola, Unathi Khambule, Yerin Oh

GRADE 8

Absent: Chau Tran, Didara Adetunji, Entle Ntobela
First Row (L-R): J Esterhuizen, Alizwa Bonga, Ano Chiroba, Aqhama Grootboom, Basetsana Tshabangu, Boitumelo Kataka,
Bontle Kolisa, Botho Lebese, Donique Denation
Second Row (L-R): Emma Currin, Gabi Stielau, Haki Sebina, Hanna Breebaart, Kayleen Weyer, Kganya Mhaki Sithole,
Khenso Sithole, Khosi Madihlaba, Khumo Gama, Krisha Bhoola
Third Row (L-R): Kutlwano Mashilo, Loren Herwell, Mary-Anne Naudé, Mia Pretorius, Ndamulelo Matodzi, Noiya Benami,
Pheladi Bopape, Renda Mashau, Setso Lekoma, Skye Oelofse

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CLARENDON

GRADE 11

Absent: Bianca Nkomo
First Row (L-R): L van Heerden, Aimee Perfect, Ashley Moses, Busisiwe Mazibuko, Chabi Thelingwani, Erin Timothy,
Geena Goldhill
Second Row (L-R): Genevieve Ngarize, Hannah Castellani, Jade Scott, Jemma Labuschagne, Jenna Ford, Julia Böhmer, Lebo Setai,
Nchavi Hlongwane, Neo Maluleke, Nosipho Nxumalo
Third Row (L-R): Okuhle Mawela, Oratile Manamela, Riley Wearne, Shannon Godfrey, Steph Blair, Tatiana Scherman,
Tebogo Fenyane, Tshego Moremi, Tshiamo Muse, Zoe Sithole

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): J Mangena, Amber Kahumuza, Ashley Alimohammadi, Awurama Nyarku, Ayanda Mashilo
Second Row (L-R): Christina Rapanos, C’né Fouché, Diketso Vukela, Dylan Bosch, Emihle Mboyana, Emma Vorster, Jenna Joseph,
Jessica Innes, Jodi Knight, Kenisha Muzangwa
Third Row (L-R): Kenyabu Sakata, Klasien Havenga, Krista Sebela, Kumiko van der Spuy, Lukhanyiso Ngongoma, Malaika Miteo,
Motheo Molefe, Motshewa Madiga, Mpho Sithole, Naledi Khomo
Fourth Row (L-R): Ngwedi Moshidi, Nkateko Ntlhabyane, Omolemo Maimela, Omolemo Makombe, Ruva Chinamore,
Sammie Gwebu, Sivuyisiwe Maphasa, Teagan Smit, Tumi Sesoko, Valerie Wanders

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GRADE 9

Absent: Bianca Mitchell
First Row (L-R): C Robbertse, Alexandra Wohlfahrt
Second Row (L-R): Asante Chitepo, Bonolo Makhalemele, Bontle Leswifi, Cailin Muller, Gemma Watkins, Jami van Deventer,
Jamila Adebesin, Joandrea Cloete, Kai Juterbock, Karabo Matshedi
Third Row (L-R): Keoratile Maredi, Langavi Maluleke, Leago Sekudu, Lethabo Magopa, Maleshane Mabe, Megan Daniel,
Michele Kotze, Nichola Peters, Nonkululeko Skhosana, Ntando Mini
Fourth Row (L-R): Owami Kumalo, Palisa Msomi, Pheladi Petje, Precious Lebese, Rethabile Ramogale, Siobhan Lane,
Sithandiwe Nkosi, Sthandiwe Mawela, Tegan Herbst, Tokelo Letlape

GRADE 8

Absent: Akosuah Nyarku, Nomhle Buthelezi
First Row (L-R): N Nowak, Aalimah Ganyane, Aleah Rädel, Amy Zondagh, Bontle Somo, Cailyn Jordaan, Chelsy Shangazhike
Second Row (L-R): Chloë Eva, Danica Harold, Dunamis Tanko, Ethel Chikutuma, Jenifer Monama, Keagile Tlhabanelo,
Kerene Ngamundele, Kgali Modikoe, Kholi Matthews, Lianna Ash
Third Row (L-R): Makgabo Magagula, Megan Innes, Melina Rapanos, Nkhabo Makhosane, Ntombi Shaba, Nyikiwe Shiluvane,
Oagile Mogane, Tshwarelo Moleshiwa, Tumiso Maila, Zoë Bisbikis

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CONNAUGHT

GRADE 11

Absent: Salizwa Mtyobo
First Row (L-R): R Prigge, Aelyn Mascini, Aimée Good, Amy Crafford, Anathi Jada, Ann Hajin Lee, Blessing Mutanha,
Botshelo Masibilanga, Cwenga Nazo
Second Row (L-R): Daryna Yatsenko, Erin Russell, Gao Mahlakoana, Jenna Grobler, Jody Peters, Kaitlyn Rofail, Kieran Smith,
Kutlwano Ntuli, Lily Tsaku, Megan Ferreira
Third Row (L-R): Mukhethwa Mathode, Reneilwe Mathabathe, Shaamika Krishnan, Shaileigh Mccracken, Simphiwe Mzizi,
Taya Holmes, Thabi Mokoena, Thandile Meluda, Xiluva Chabalala, Zoey van Wyk

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): K Buckley, Buhlobo Kewana, Caleigh Mano, Carly Madiba, Chané Olivier, Chanté Fourie, Jessica Jones,
Kami Molebatsi, Kareena Jivan, Kgabo Senanya
Second Row (L-R): Khanyi Mbatha, Kiana de Sousa, Lexie Schoeman, Linda Swalivha, Lisakhanya Skosana, Mackenzie Rimmel,
Michaela Wade, Morgan Lambert, Okuhle Mjadu, Omolemo Lebitsa
Third Row (L-R): Paige Carter, Palesa Ntho, Rea Motaung, Roxanne van der Lith, Siham Ally, Singi Dlamini, Sisonke Mashigo,
Tyla-Jade Bath, Vukona Mukansi, Vumokuhle Makheta

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): M Russell, Amber Connell
Second Row (L-R): Amber Ribeiro, Anesu Katsiga, Asia Kacar, Ayabukwa Semenya, Botshelo Mabe, Duduzile Sindane,
Erin Botha, Hannah Ngale Bandala, Jemimah Huang, Jesse Mutombo
Third Row (L-R): Katherine Hodson, Kay-Lynne Squire, Lara Wardle, Micky Khosa, Mokgadi Madiga, Nikita Latouf,
Nyeleti Denga, Ola Akinkuolie, Onthatile Tisane, Phoebe Naiker
Fourth Row (L-R): Reoikantse Poo, Ronewa Madzivhe, Rorisang Mphatsoe, Roslyn Joseph, Sabeehah Omar, Sammee’ah Field,
Samukelisiwe Ndlovu, Stephanie Goss, Tia Lamont, Winfrey Osei

GRADE 8

Absent: Catie Louw, Eden Rebelo, Emma-Joan Smit, Emmarentia Mokotjo, Madison Marques, Minh Anh Lee Nguyen,
Mosa Msimang, Onthatile Ramokone, Sharmaine Machalo, Tania Akowuah
First Row (L-R): B Bosua, Aliyah Cassim, Boitumelo Mofokeng, Gabriella Jacobs
Second Row (L-R): Gally Mashishi, Hatikvah Manda, Hlonny Makwela, Jaylyn Nation, Katlego Mashabela,
Khanimamba Chabalala, Khutso Moloisane, Lauren Whitehead, Leah Malan, Lesedi Mathebula
Third Row (L-R): Margaret Khosa, Omphile Maeko, Onie Douglas, Phithle Nkwana, Rhea Ragoonaden, Savannah de Gouveia,
Sostina Sithole, Thato Ramashilabele, Ugochi Okeiyi, Xanthé van der Walt

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DUNCAN

GRADE 11

Absent: Shanequa Ferreira, Tessa Davies, Tiisetso Lebese
First Row (L-R): R Abraham, Amina Dossa, Ané Trollip, Anh Nguyen, Arielle Ragbar, Bongiwe Masilela
Second Row (L-R): Bonolo Makapan, Deedee Dlokova, Didi Moleko, Dimpho Sefora, Haley Nicholson, Jennifer Lombard,
Katiso Mohapi, Lauren Taute, Leah Robinson, Lebone Thobejane
Third Row (L-R): Mahtab Sabri, Martinique Bothma, Matema Dhadhla, Megan Coetzee, Michaela Stevens, Petra Moyo,
Sem van Straaten, Shenél Hansrod, Suzie Holliday, Thabi Sebothoma

GRADE 10

Absent: Aimie Halgryn
First Row (L-R): A Campbell-Atkins, Bophelo Mphuthi, Chamodya Ratnayake, Elisa Neumann, Emihle Norman, Faith Kekana,
Gizelle Malan, Jasmine Beeforth, Jemma Hall, Jolie Fourie
Second Row (L-R): Kealeboga Molala, Leanne Mazibuko, Lebogang Sathekge, Megan Neilson, Mmarona Mabiletja,
Nkateko Mkhonto, Nthabiseng Xaba, Olivia Bras, Payal Harrikaran, Preena Devchand
Third Row (L-R): Rhandu Dzivhani, Shreeya Thakur Mewalal, Sino Skonje, Takalani Mudau, Tannah Collings, Tatyana Plisic,
Tumelo Mampane, Woo An, Yamkelo Xulu, Ziyanda Makhanya

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): F Rwida, Abby-Lee Steyn, Alyssa Sequeira, Amogelang Maphosa
Second Row (L-R): Arefa Letsholo, Buhle Sindani, Caitlyn Martin, Genique Preller, Geraldine Mallett, Gudani Muthelo,
Hamira Moukoueke-Mandossi, Ipeleng Manyama, Itumeleng Malope, Jessica de Wit
Third Row (L-R): Karla von Brandis-Martini, Kele Madue, Khumo Mosupye, Kuhle Akpalu, Lassile Silinga, Lemeez McGluwa,
Lerato Phahlane, Lunenceba Ngalwana, Mpho Swelempi, Naledi Mokobaki
Fourth Row (L-R): Nicole Simpson, Nomento Nkwana, Onalerona Makgabo, Paris Mehlape, Relebohile Motaung, Thamzyn Ma-
nus, Thulaganyo Modise, Treasure Onabolujo, Vuyisile Khota, Zeniyole Tyantsi

GRADE 8

First Row (L-R): M Gouws, Aquilla Ragbar, Babokiwe Mpindiwa, Bonolo Tlou, Caitlin van Wyk, Caitrin Morrow, Emily King,
Faye Maree
Second Row (L-R): Hannah Jacobs, Hannah Sibanda, Khanyisile Seeco, Khulani Job, Kimaya Naidoo, Kopano Lamola,
Lathitha Skiti, Lethabo Makoro, Luché Felix, Masego Khomo
Third Row (L-R): Mpho Njiya, Naeemah Raji, Nande Nyangintsimbi, Nkhensani Maseko, Oratile Maduna, Raeya du Plessis,
Shandré Naude, Sinethemba Sambo, Taitum Fennell, Vutomi Rikhotso

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GLADSTONE

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): G Dreyer, Ayakha Qhomfo, Cecile Fraser, Chanda Mwanza, Crystal van Wetten, Danny van Schalkwyk,
Gabriela da Luz
Second Row (L-R): Hannah Weaver, Irmgard Rwida, Jasmine Baatjes, Jené Fourie, Jesse Kettle, Kayla Maree, Kemokopile Matsei,
Kezia van Rensburg, Leigh-Ann Pentz, Lesedi Dikotla
Third Row (L-R): Lisa Maheme, Maimuna Fatajo, Milena de Sousa, Mira Cortese, Nelly Baloi, Orapeleng Kodisang,
Palesa Leshika, Thabang Mashishi, Tshego Sehone, Unathi Mzathu

GRADE 10

Absent: Alexis Holmes, Elona Anandlal, Heather Hugo, Kirsten Hodge, Laura Dube
First Row (L-R): A Giliomee, Avuyisiwe Sigonya, Caitlin Simpson, Erin Davies, Grace Lushamba, Hannah Venter,
Inaminkosi Mayekiso, Jasmyn Mokwele
Second Row (L-R): Kayleigh Tucker-Pampara, Kearebetswe Mamatela, Kego Kau, Kiyasha Pillay, Leago Malokane,
Lesego Modiba, Lilitha Gwam, Lilo Böttcher, Mbasa Tilayi, Nehema Ntumba
Third Row (L-R): Nhlamolo Leshilo, Nixanne Niyirema, Ramo Makama, Relebogile, Baloyi, Thato Kgotlhang, Thato Poyiya,
Tirhani Maswanganyi, Tsholanang Motshabi, Victoria Santos, Zama Nkwanyana

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): B Weideman, Amia Fourie
Second Row (L-R): Angie Mtshweni, Arin Sithle, Boitumelo Manyaapelo, Caitlyn Sdralis, Cameron Prinsloo, Davidzo Malapile,
Kagiso Madiba, Karabo Ramoshu, Katja Scherman, Kayla Greyling
Third Row (L-R): Kopanang Dinala, Lethabo Matabane, Mohapi Khotsa, Nini Letsoalo, Nivika Cupido, Oagile Mosebi,
Palesa Motsemme, Philipa Oosthuizen, Reamogetsoe Mokati, Refilwe Phala
Fourth Row (L-R): Retang Nkwana, Rumbidzai Mutero, Sarah Ross, Shanna Brown, Simone Dias, Tebatso Maila, Tegan du Toit,
Thembelihle Zikalala, Tlou Ramotshela, Yoliswa Ngcobo

GRADE 8

Absent: Hannah Franken, Mignon Hugo
First Row (L-R): A Mjadu, Amahle Dubase, Anastasia Niescior, Azanda Nkwanyana, Casey-Lee Prinsloo, Dakota Hough,
Daniella Lushamba, Etha Sibiya, Gabriella Victor
Second Row (L-R): Ilse Kok, Jade de Villiers, Jade Marais, Jenna James, Katelyn McKay, Kea Sekoati, Keilantra Tobias,
Kendra Maree, Keorapetse Shimambo, Kgolagano Molekwa
Third Row (L-R): Mathildah Nekhalale, Mpho Matolweni, Mpho Sempe, Naledi Mdingi, Nephi Rakotomahafaly,
Nina van Rheede, Nolindo Mtsweni, Relebogile Moshokoa, Xiaoyan Lin, Zahra Carim

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MCWILLIAM

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): M Oertel, Alusha Legong, Amy Marshall, Atlegang Mahlangu, Hope Mdakane, Irmuske Rwida, Isabella Wilson,
Ivec Nkosi, Kamogelo Laka, Karah Myers
Second Row (L-R): Keitumetse Tsetsewa, Khumiso Ntlatlane, Khutso Malaka, Kutlwano Legoabe, Lesedi Kgomo,
Marylyne Mitchell, Mashau Lukoto, Mihlali Yebe, Nashita Chowdhury, Nicole Smit
Third Row (L-R): Ore Monene, Palesa Riba, Rozanna Queiros, Skylah du Toit, Tallis Brown, Thandi Nhlapo, Thandiswa Dlamini,
Tsholofelo Nkaletse, Zenalo Mguqulwa, Zwavhudi Nthambeleni

GRADE 10

Absent: Gaby Lobo
First Row (L-R): A van der Walt, Aisha Mohamad al Mahdi, Ashrita Jakkam, Bonolo Sehume, Ciéra Pietersen, Erin Mokone,
Iphendulwe Buthelezi, Itohan Zulu, Juin van Graan, Kady Julies
Second Row (L-R): Kemo Modimogale, Koketso Nkadimeng, Lilitha Siyotula, Luca Mailey, Makopoi Letsie, Megan Stroud,
Mpho Mamahlodi, Nakiti Motsa, Nandipha Sijako, Nkateko Makhubele
Third Row (L-R): Nneka Sana, Nomzamo Katsande, Nwabi Dhlomo, Oratile Nkosi, Paige du Mollard, Sediba Sedibe, Siya Buyeye,
Stacey Osborne, Tazkia Mahomed Ismail, Tekano Mathabatha

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): H Wright, Aisha Folaranmi
Second Row (L-R): Alicia Smit, Amogelang Moroke, Boingotlo Nku, Botshelo Dau, Botshelo Maila, Caitlin Scotney,
Courtney Horn, Dimpho Motiang, Ezethu Qekema, Gogontle Mboane
Third Row (L-R): Hannah Rabie, Heather Ten Krooden, Kayleigh van Gylswyk, Keabetswe Masupye, Kholofelo Seroka,
Lindokuhle Ngubeni, Mehan Pabst, Meghan Olivier, Michelle More, Mikayla Rodrigues
Fourth Row (L-R): Ntakuseni Phaswana, Omphile Motlaung, Othatile Motadi, Raquel Guimarães, Sarah Madakadze,
Shamiso Gandaganda, Teegan Saunders, Temique Myers, Temosho Mapheto, Vaylin du Toit

GRADE 8

Absent: Rebecca Queiros
First Row (L-R): J van Kraayenburg, Angela Hlongwana, Angelika Stelzer, Avu Macozoma, Danique Creighton, Davina Pillay,
Errita Dube, Gabby Angyalossy, Hayley Stanton, Jaden Roos
Second Row (L-R): Jordan Deerling, Kutloano Morige, Kutlwano Sentle, Lina Mzileni, McKennah Rolfe, Mfihlo Mbatha,
Mulan Perring, Nthathi Petja, Omphemetse Ledwaba, Precious Oyeneyin
Third Row (L-R): Queran Marupen, Reobakile Mabuela, Sage Pitchers, Samantha Bloem, Semefa Asem, Sibahle Buthelezi,
Soleil Onen, Suku Tshabalala, Thato Makubo, Tlhari Leshaba

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SELBORNE

GRADE 11

Absent: Mia Hauptfleisch
First Row (L-R): A van der Merwe, Allie Mottalini, Emma Miles, Eunbin Kang, Fatso Maoto, Inami Njapha, Jocelyn Weiss,
Julia Lourens, Kelly du Toit, Khumoetsile Matshidiso
Second Row (L-R): Koketso Matlou, Leandra Ndlovu, Lihle Mosiane, Masindi Mudau, Megan Roux, Mikah Petersen,
Monique van Niekerk, Morgan van der Linde, Nyakallo Rakometsi, Omphile Mabuza
Third Row (L-R): Paballo-Entle Motaung, Refiloe Chaisi, Robyn Anderson, Saisha Govender, Sanjana Gunturi,
Thembi Mokgokong, Tshego Krappie, Tshepang Thlotse, Unathi Stemela, Veani Smit

GRADE 10

Absent: Dineo Phahlane, Natalie Stoffels, Theané Lombard
First Row (L-R): N Ntuli, Brenda Lebo May, Buhle Mthimunye, Chelsea Naiker, Chenoa Badenhorst, Eliel Kaninda, Faith Ozobu,
Hawa Kabwe
Second Row (L-R): Jorja Fernie, Kamvaletu Lobese, Kathryn Burnie, Keneiloe Malete, Khumo Matlala, Khwezi Madlala,
Mahlodi Tlaka, Masego Nkadimeng, Micara May, Muaheeda Makola
Third Row (L-R): Naledi Letwaba, Neesha Attfield, Nkhensani Xaba, Nondumiso Nkosi, Onthatile Buthelezi,
Rashiprabha Ratnayake, Rayna Ramrabbie, Rebecca-Ruth Pullen, Rosel Tembon, Shannon Forrester

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): J Cÿrus, Aluta Gaulana, Amogelang Mokgosi
Second Row (L-R): Angelique dos Passos, Aphiwe Zondi, Bao Van, Bontle Phihlela, Damia Hamroun, Eleni Tzouganatos,
Gemma Cator, Judé Steÿn, Kayla van Rooyen, Keratilwe Modise
Third Row (L-R): Kgalalelo Mashiane, Kgothatso Kekana, Khumo-Entle Motlogeloa, Letlotlo Bakhane, Lukhanyo Lobelo,
Marcelle Malan, Mikhayla de Esclana, Molemo Moshoeshoe, Murangi Ranwedzi, Ofentse Makgoba
Fourth Row (L-R): Resegofetse Oseile, Rixile Manyange, Savannah Morris, Simphiwe Ngwenya, Skye Hurwitz, Tshilidzi Mulaudzi,
Ululamile Mabunda, Vutlhari Khoza, Wandiswa Ntuli, Zonotha Shongwe

GRADE 8

Absent: Thando Musi
First Row (L-R): A Lightbody, Abigael Nyangezi, Boka Lekota, Bongie Ngamlana, Caitlin Martini, Dalenay Jamal,
Davida Mukadi Tshibola, Dimpho Setshedi, Grace Tonking
Second Row (L-R): Isabella João-Palm, Kay-Line Power, Kelcey Simpson, Kelly Wagener, Khabi Matshidiso, Kiana Rivers,
Kristin Bosch, Letago Legodi, Masana Maluleke, Mohini Singh
Third Row (L-R): Nakhane Xinindlu, Neha Mathabhik, Nqobile Maphumulo, Ole Makuroane, Sedi Mkhize, Sphelele Mnguni,
Thotho Sibiya, Tolulope Essien, Tyra Mgudlwa, Yiting Gao

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VAN ZYL

GRADE 11

Absent: Charmoné van Niekerk, Erin Crouse
First Row (L-R): S Dowlath, Alicia Naudé, Caitlyn Garde, Cayla Hartzenberg, Dayna Melass, Dimpho Mothwa
Second Row (L-R): Georgia Pletschke, Grace Bvuma, Havana Rix, Kaashifa Saloojee, Kagiso Marishane, Kayla Donald,
Lebohang Nare, Mbali Mkhwanazi, Morgan Hodge, Naledi Mpeta
Third Row (L-R): Naledi Temo, Neo Molekwa, Namothemba Mulaudzi, Nonkanyiso Dube, Orategang Chokwe, Paije Beetge,
Rachael Weatherhead, Siphokazi Soga, Tumi Nkuna, Victoria Pinetown

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): S Pike, Amy Matzopoulos
Second Row (L-R): Amy Modiselle, Amy Roux, Bonga Ntuli, Bongisile Nkosi, Chantelle Boshomane, Clara Sakaita,
Courtney Robbeson, Damola Adeyemo, Dimpho Matsho, Emily Hawkes
Third Row (L-R): Gabriella Dykman, Georgie Dillon, Gundo Sithi, Jessica Kleinpeter, Kamogelo Maluleka, Keabetswe Mogodiri,
Lihlithemba Makwakwa, Lisakhanya Maqubela, Lwandle Nkomonde, Malaika Kamangu
Fourth Row (L-R): Masego Motswe, Naomi Khoza, Neha Singh, Nime Soga, Ntombi Govuzela, Ofentse Tumagole,
Pheme Dingiswayo, Saskia Laubscher, Thingo Msomi, Tshego Pudikabekwa

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): C van Zyl, Amogelang Mashego, Ashlin Denation
Second Row (L-R): Basetsana Monnapula, Caitlyn Macguire, Carol Tafeni, Chantel Khoari, Hannah Campbell,
Hope Kayinamura, Juliette le Roux, Kay-Cee Schoeman, Keora Mathole, Khanyisa Nyalungu
Third Row (L-R): Kimaya Hurrichand, Maeme Nkgabutle, Maemu Siavhe, Maia Loots, Masindi Mavhungu, Masindi Mulaudzi,
Micheala Chama, Mishka Maganbeharie, Motlagomang Mahlare, Néshaan Noah
Fourth Row (L-R): Nicole Azevedo, Onalenna Khutoane, Paballo Rakgalakane, Perla Lobo Tabora, Siwe Macozoma,
Tetelo Kekana, Thato Makweya, Thelma Rateiwa, Tshegofatso Modiane, Wiza Phiri

GRADE 8

Absent: Aashirya Chetty, Jordan Botha, Phuti Phukubje, Sashika Chinsamy
First Row (L-R): L Brits, Alisia Balanco, Amile Mlungwana, Andani Mahwasane, Bray Stokes, Catherine Martin, Cristin Arendse
Second Row (L-R): Danté Murray, Eulalia Couto, Faith Tshimpaka, Gugu Mkhebe, Hlayisanani Masungini, Jessie Hodge,
Kendra Garde, Lesedi Ramushu, Lindokuhle Mdlalose, Livvy Dillon
Third Row (L-R): Malebo Makhananisa, Muanza Ravhudzulo, Oratilwe Komoreng, Otlotleng Mahupela, Tagan Hawkes,
Teneil Steyn, Thando Dhlamini, Thembekile Vundla, Tumelo Thalakgale, Yana da Silva

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HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS

Athlone 244
McWilliam 208
Van Zyl 208
Duncan 200
Clarendon 190
Connaught 186
Selborne 184
Gladstone 178
Buxton 172
Aitken 140

Congratulations

R Mackenzie (Head of Athlone)
Orapeleng Mampane (Head of House)

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STAFF HEADS OF HOUSES

M Olivier R Mackenzie M Albertyn L van Heerden M Russell
Aitken Athlone Buxton Clarendon Connaught

W Smit A Mjadu V Ramlaul M Holzhäusser V de Bruin
Duncan Gladstone McWilliam Selborne Van Zyl

STUDENT HEADS OF HOUSES

Reneilwe Lehong Orapeleng Mampane Benzile Mntambo Leslen Ash
Athlone Buxton Clarendon
Aitken

Ulashia Kgwedi Zoë Gurschl Lerato Rakomane Kumi Makhubele
Connaught Duncan Selborne Van Zyl

BoTnatrleynRWamAabothsroeennktaG: MlacdWstoilnlieam

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Everybody told me being head of house is Enjoy every single moment because it’s honestly for a short
going to be very difficult. I prepared myself period of time
for the year, only to realize that Covid-19 had Make memories be happy and I hope most importantly you
other plans for the year. We had such big plans have fun!
for Aitken, not only from getting first place but Aitken: Together we rise
also to get girls involved in decision-making of the
house so that they feel part of the Aitken family. Reneilwe Lehong
Being in Aitken has bought nothing but happiness. There Head of Aitken
were very happy moments where we introduced the Grade
8s to the house and how cute everybody’s story was or when
we were announced in fourth place for swimming to quite
sad moments where some teachers had to leave. Our house
play, Food Fight, was lucky enough to be one of the last plays
that was on stage just before lockdown started. The talented
writers of this play, Oratile Mothibe and Ruby Lutwama also
did a fine job with the directing.
Overall Aitken has made me the happiest Girls’ High girl
ever. I couldn’t have asked for a better house. I wish there
were more events during the year where we could have
done better. After lockdown began, Aiken took part in the
Inter-house Step Challenge and we came out on top. I’m
proud of my house and I hope they carry on with the same
spirit in the future and keep pushing till the end. No rest
until first place, right?

Athlone is and always will be Red Hot! Athlone spirit never dies. In house assembly, the house that
Although we may not have had all the natural was always heard was Athlone. During the Charity Day,
ability on the track or in the pool, no one can again, Athlone’s spirit shone through and during the water
deny the strength of the Athlone spirit. polo, Athlone was there supporting her sisters in the water.
Athlone made an unforgettable first impression Tragically, house activities were cut short for the year by
this year at the Inter-house Athletics. The Covid-19. Great things were still planned for Athlone. The
cheerleaders doing the kata and dancing to Beyoncé in the play, To All the Pretoria Boys I’ve Loved Before, written by
opening sequence was fierce. Athlone was always on her Daniella McGuire and directed by Daniella McGuire and
feet, cheering and being a sea of red which silenced all the Thembiwe Dlhomo, was bound to be a great success. Sadly
houses. It was an unforgettable day for Athlone when it because of the Coronavirus the cast did not get to perform
was announced that their efforts were rewarded with the the amazing work they had rehearsed. Thank you for all the
Inter-house Athletics Spirit Cup. hard work and time you put in.
Thanks goes to Mrs Mackenzie and Mrs Andrade. Thank
you to all the form mommies. Without you and the unique
lessons and values you instill, we wouldn’t be as strong as we
are today.
Thank you also to the team that held it down for all of
us: our cheerleaders. 2020 was messy but it could’ve been
messier without you by my side. A big thank you to Mikayla
for being a strong pillar of the house before her departure.
Finally, to the people that made this a possibility, thank you
to each Athlone warrior.

Orapeleng Mampane
Head of Athlone

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The year started with the Grade 8 Camp as the Unfortunately, the unforeseen arrival of Covid-19 prevented
little fish in the big pond met their new sisters many events Buxton would without a doubt have done well
for the next five years. The Grade 8s had heaps in such as the Quiz and the Jersey Display. Sadly, House
of fun participating in swimming, ziplining, Plays were cancelled just days before the Buxton House Play,
basketball, wall-climbing and of course, learning written by Tshowa Katumba and Oratile Mokgoko, was to
cheers. be performed on stage.
At Inter-house Athletics, just after we opened school, The house assemblies that happened were always
Buxton did not fail to be a force of greatness. The informative and entertaining with girls from all the grade
cheerleaders’ performance was Step Up worthy in their Men showcasing abilities, having great fun with Benzile
in Black suits. Even through the heat and holiday withdraw- Mntambo (Head) and Tshowa Katumba. The house was
als, the house cheered their sisters on as they performed thrilled to welcome Mrs Klopper and Ms Saunders to
exceptionally well on the track and field. The matric relay Buxton with Mrs Barratt as the new Head of House.
team, the “Dream Team,” received an award for winning all
their Inter-house relays from their Grade 8 year (2016) to Tshowa Katumba
Grade 12 (2020). The house also achieved an excellent result Deputy Head of Buxton
placing second!
This multi-talented house did not disappoint at the
Inter-house Gala where they placed fifth in the
swimming and third in the Spirit Cup. They did well
in water polo, placing second.
The charity events were a success as the girls were
able to donate as well as have fun with their Grade.
The matrics won Inter-house Soccer. At V-ball all
the Grade 11s looked exquisite. Our Grade 10s also
came first in the Charity Volleyball Event.

This year was full heart-warming.
of change and Clarendon was unfortunately
one of the houses who didn’t get
challenges that we to perform their house play. Our
never thought we’d house play, Danger, Gevaar and
have to deal with but Ngozi, by our directors Cayley
we have learnt how to Sampson and Zinhle Mdunge,
overcome them. Although it was would have been a phenomenal
difficult, this change helped make performance. Thank you to all
the actresses, make-up artists
us stronger. and backstage crew for hours of
The year began with us rehearsal.
welcoming our little Grade 8 We kept the shining spirit of Clarendon alive during
babies. We watched our little Clarendoneons form lockdown with the #countyourstep challenge, where we
friendships, stand up for each other and work together, not placed third overall. This year has taught us to adapt to
only as a house but as a family. Our next exciting event was change and keep our positive spirits alive even in the most
Inter-house Athletics where we got our heads in the game difficult of times.
with our High School Musical theme. Thank you to our I am so grateful to have been Head of House this year, ac-
cheerleaders for your effort in the choreography and all the companied by my amazing Deputy Head, Resego
athletes who participated. Matshediso. All Clarendoneons must continue to spread
A big thank you to all the ladies who showed their sunshine and happiness wherever they go.
Clarendon Sunshine during the annual Charity events. At And for the last time: CLA-REN-D-O-N
the Inter-house Gala, our girls swam their hearts out and it CLARENDONNNN !!!!!!!!!
was a fun-filled day where we placed second for Spirit
overall.We also had our Inter-house Water polo where girls Leslen Ash
tried water polo for the first time for the sake of Clarendon. Head of Clarendon
This dedication is appreciated. Clarendon kept their spirits
high throughout the year and the spirit that Resego and I
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What a year 2020 has been. Despite the many moment was immensely significant for us because there
challenges and unexpected changes it posed, it and then a new-found sense of house pride and drive was
sparked. I’d like to think Téa and I reached all the pinnacles
was a good year, especially for Connaught. we planned, thanks to the continuous support of our
2020 started with the welcoming of our new beautiful house. Without their cooperation, nothing
Grade 8s to the Grade 8 Camp where we saw would’ve been achieved. All Connaught sisters were
the girls build their sisterhood through small tasks reminded of their potential. Connaught truly is multifaceted
such as wall-climbing and obstacle courses. The girls were and it was an honour to witness the transformation take
place.
already eager to see Connaught win. It’s unfortunate that no further house events could occur
Connaught may not have performed well at the Inter-house thanks to the coronavirus but those that did manage to
Athletics but we definitely made a comeback at the happen will forever be cherished as much as the energetic
Inter-house Swimming Gala where we came first. That and fully entertaining house assemblies we had.
A special thank you goes to our cheerleaders: Macey
Naidoo, Mapaseka Senne, Nicole van Niekerk and Thatiso
Moyo. Your enthusiasm and undeniable passion for the
house was very much appreciated. The house also wouldn’t
have functioned optimally without the guidance our house
mothers, Mrs. Russell and Mrs. Buckley. And lastly but
surely not least, thank you to Téa Primmer for being my
right-hand woman and helping me through it all.
Connaught is destined for greatness and I’m sure they will
reach it.

Ulashia Kgwedi
Head of Connaught

2020 was not the ideal year we had all hoped Thank you to my right-hand woman, Rethabile for keeping
it would be but nonetheless Duncan forged me sane and constantly being there for me when I needed
ahead during these times of uncertainty. From you most. Lastly I’d like to thank to all my fellow
the get-go our Grade 8s showed immense Duncanites. Never stop thriving and remember - only
pride and enthusiasm for our house at their Duncan knows the feeling!
Grade 8 camp and carried this magnificent
camaraderie throughout this unprecedented year. Their Zoë Gurschl
loud voices and endless chatter came in handy at Head of Duncan
Inter-house events as they cheered and danced like no
other. They were truly a sight to behold.
Although we did not have all our Inter-house events, we
displayed tremendous determination and perseverance
to give our best. We placed sixth in the Inter-house
Gala and fifth in the Inter-house Water polo. Our house
play was the highlight of the evening, an enthralling
performance filled with laughter and a gripping
storyline that left you starving for more.
Every year Duncan consistently improves and this to
me is what makes Duncan special, as we have built a
strong foundation on which we will build our house of
excellence. All those who have the privilege of wearing
the Duncan T-shirt will keep adding a brick to our
foundation by executing all their duties with a
determination only our house knows and that brick by
brick we will build a house of gold.

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2020 was year of forced To the future of Gladstone, there are always going to be
self-reflection and growth. people who want to see you hurt but put on your smile and
We can be proud of what we have kill them with your laughter and happiness they lack
accomplished this year. For four
years our house has achieved fifth We love you Gladstone, Deep down in our hearts.
place but this year was the year we finally
stepped up to the plate. I’ve always loved my Taryn Wathen and Nicole Gysman
house but this year I felt a different and more Head and Deputy Head of Gladstone
meaningful love for Gladstone. I want to thank
the matrics of Gladstone for staying in contact
with their Grade 8s to guarantee their wellbeing.
Even though we didn't have our full year, the time
that we did have has changed us as we tried to put
the needs of our house before our personal needs
or wants because our growth came from seeing
and working with our house, by being inclusive
of everyone, making sure that their wellbeing
of those around us are well taken care of and above all, to
always encourage and lift each other up.
Finally, I want to thank the Gladstone staff. To our Head
and Deputy: without your encouragement and ability to
make us smile we would not have made it this far with our
heads still held up. Thank you for your endless support and
cheers.

McWilliam is our name. Unity is our game. ladies are full of energy, which made me believe that the
“McWilliam is a house filled with passion, new generation would turn our fortunes around.
determination and spirit. A house whose Winning the spirit cup four years in a row was an
energy cannot be matched and force that is encouragement to do even better. Although we had a rocky
start at the Inter-house Athletics by ending up in eighth
unstoppable. Wherever we are, people know we place and second in the Spirit Cup, I was proud of everyone
are there. Regardless of the trials and disappointments, after that long day. The Inter-house Gala was a memorable
day when McWilliam won the Spirit Cup for the fifth time
we try again and focus on our strengths” in a row. We were fortunate to present our house play before
Phenyo Kgasi the lockdown. Caught Behind The Screen, directed by
Phenyo Kgasi and Mphole Lengosane, is a play that follows
Deputy Head McWilliam the lives of a group of South African university students
who try find their way amid drama and heartbreaks.
This spirit of resilience resonates in all of us. This was McWilliam has never won the Clephan Shield and it was
evident from the Grade 8 Camp. Although they were tired, our mission to change this situation. However, with the
they persevered until they completed the task. These young pandemic around the world, we were unable to finish the
year as we would wish to.
Thank you to the cheerleaders: Tyla, Palesa, Ciara and
Caitlin, for all the hard work and dedication to the house.
Thank you to the McWillam staff for all the guidance and
support. To Mrs Ramlaul and Mrs Oertel, do not stop doing
what you do best.

Bontle Ramoroka
Head of McWilliam

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The year started off so quickly when our new Selborne who have helped us all along the way, even during
Grade 8s arrived and began learning about lockdown. Thank you to all of you Selbornites for
PHSG at the Grade 8 Camp. They got to know everything you do for the house.
each other at the camp. The new Selbornites
were welcomed with warm hearts at our first Lerato Rakomane
assembly of the year. Head of Selborne
Inter-house Athletics came so early this year.
Our theme involved hip hop, the new trend from
around the world. Our cheer and cheerleaders’
dance worked well with the theme. Soon after we
had our Inter-house Gala. We cheered until we
could barely speak and our swimmers swam their
best, doing us proud.
We might not have had the chance to do every
Inter-house event thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic
and school closures, but we had our fun during
house assemblies. We played fun games involving
everyone and we would cheer and learn some new
cheers. We got to see the different personalities in
the house. It’s unfortunate we could not do more as
a house
Thank you to all the matrics of Selborne helped
with cheering. Thank you to the teachers of

This year was a challenging and difficult year theme. Thank you to everyone who participated and
yet I am extremely proud of Van Zyl House. contributed to our win and immense spirit. The Inter-house
We started the year by welcoming our new Gala was a huge shock as we placed eighth, much lower
family members at the Grade 8 Camp where than we expected as we had swum our hearts out. Thanks to
we watched them adjust to their new all our swimmers and polo players – especially those who
surroundings and build bonds. were new at it. The charity events were enjoyed by all. Even
At Inter-house Athletics we STOMPED down every other though we didn’t win the soccer, we all won as we helped
house by coming first and with our Stomp the Yard dance those in need and did it for the greater good.
Van Zyl was privileged to have been one of the houses to
perform their house play before lockdown was declared. It
was called Women are human beings too, directed by Zoe
Ten Krooden and Kumi Makhubele. We are grateful for all
the girls, be they actresses, backstage or make up for all the
hard work they put in to make the performance a success.
This year truly changed our lives for the better. It has taught
us that all we have is each other and to stick with one
another when tough times strike. I am beyond grateful to
have been Head of House along with the amazing,
supportive and energetic Ghéoné Damon as Deputy. Thank
you to the teachers who have carried us along this journey,
especially through this tough year.
Go Van Zyl! Go Van Zyl Go!

Kumi Makhubele
Head of Van Zyl

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HOUSE PLAYS

HOUSE PLAYS

HOUSE PLAY DIRECTORS

Absent: Goitseone Mothibe, Oratile Mothibe
First Row (L-R): Carol Shoniwa, Cayley Sampson
Second Row (L-R): Dani van Zyl, Daniella Yav, Kelsey Fortuin, Kumi Makhubele
Third Row (L-R): Mphole Lengosane, Nicole Gysman, Orapeleng Mampane,
Phenyo Kgasi
Fourth Row (L-R): Rachel Meyer, Ruby Lutwama, Skye Kershaw,
Tembiwe Dhliwayo
Fifth Row (L-R): Usivile Giyose, Zinhle Mdunge, Zoe Ten Krooden,
Zulaikha Patel

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AITKEN

ATHLONE

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HOUSE PLAYS

BUXTON

CLARENDON

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HOUSE PLAYS

CONNAUGHT

DUNCAN

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HOUSE PLAYS

GLADSTONE

MCWILLIAM

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HOUSE PLAYS

SELBORNE

VAN ZYL

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INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS

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INTER-HOUSE GALA

INTER-HOUSE GALA

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INTER-HOUSE WATER POLO

INTER-HOUSE WATER POLO

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CHARITIES

GRADE 11 VALENTINE'S BALL

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CHARITIES

GRADE 12

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CHARITIES

GRADE 11

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CHARITIES

GRADE 10

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CHARITIES

GRADE 9

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CHARITIES

GRADE 8

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HOSTELS

NORTH LODGE

C Robbertse J Carstens J Cÿrus K Rankapole L Smit M Oosthuizen Phenyo Tlhoaele Ponalo Moloko Tshowa Katumba
Head of Hostel Prefect Prefect Prefect

GRADE 12
L-R: Bea van der Merwe, Busi Dyer, Busi Mathe, Cayley Sampson, Jacqui Dunlop, Janice Kahumuza, Jennifer Tembon, Oratile Mokgoko,
Tyla Brand, Zinhle Mdunge

GRADE 11
First Row (L-R): Geena Goldhill, Hannah Castellani, Isabella Wilson, Jasmine Baatjes, Jody Peters,
Kelly du Toit, Lethabo Mathopa, Luvhani Mbedzi, Megan Coetzee, Nonkanyiso Dube
Second Row (L-R): Omphile Mabuza, Tshegofatso Makola

GRADE 10
Absent: Kirsten Hodge
L-R: Amber Kahumuza, Emma Nunn, Georgie Dillon, Kago Moloisane, Kgabo Senanya, Mackenzie Rimmell, Makopoi Letsie,
Rosel Tembon, Stacey Osborne, Uphakeme Mhlongo
GRADE 9
L-R: Aphiwe Zondi, Ezethu Qekema, Leago Sekudu, Naledi Mokobaki, Pheladi Petje, Wandiswa Ntuli, Wiza Phiri, Xena Abrahams

GRADE 8
Absent: Teagan Stone
First Row (L-R): Alizwa Bonga, Anastasia Niescior, Caitlin Martini, Dakota Hough, Gabby Angyalossy,
Gabi Stielau, Haki Sebina, Jessie Hodge, Kea Sekoati, Keagile Tlhabanelo
Second Row (L-R): Kganya Mphahlele, Khutso Moloisane, Livvy Dillon, Masego Khomo, McKennah Rolfe,
Nthati Petja, Opal Lutwama, Samantha Bloem, Siphesihle Malomela, Suku Tshabalala
Third Row (L-R): Taitum Fennell, Thato Ramashilabele

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Whenever asked to choose the best memory in hostel, NorthHLOoSdTEgLSe
one feels like a child in a candy store, with
innumerable options. From the first day in hostel, girls As we were away from hostel for so long, we unfortu-
are welcomed into the sisterhood with open arms. nately had to let go of various Inter-hostel events such
Even on a bad day, there is at least one North Lodge as soccer and volleyball as well as miss the
girl who will lighten your mood. With so many hostel opportunity to go on a hostel outing which is always a
activities, hostel mothers, kitchen staff and crowd favorite.
housekeeping staff (who sincerely treat you as their Luckily, our In Weekend was filled with laughter
own) as well as sisters (who have your back and memories as everyone painted a little part of the
academically, socially and emotionally) it is artwork for our lovely new common rooms from the
understandable why hostel is our home away from Boarder Parents’ Association. We are so
home. grateful for the parents’ enthusiasm and concern for
Without a doubt, 2020 was a year like no other. us.
Although we were away from each other for months It was an honor and privilege to be the Head girl of
and months, we were all ready to return to our cubes North Lodge. I will forever cherish the building, hostel
and common room before long. From receiving mothers and most importantly, my sisters who are
double the number of Grade 8s to adhering to all the destined for greatness.
Covid-19 regulations, this year meant that the seniors “We are sisters; we stand together. We make up one big
had to be innovative and accommodating and the family though we don’t look the same.”
juniors needed to be adaptable and truly reliant on Tshowa Katumba
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HOSTELS

SCHOOL HOUSE

A van Niekerk D Dugmore J Carstens L Human M Jelley S Dorlas Bonolo Moabi Lara Holtzkampf
Head of Hostel Head of Hostel Prefect Prefect

GRADE 12 Tlotlo Makgopa Waitse Mmono
Absent: Goitseone Mothibe, Oratile Mothibe Prefect Prefect
L-R: Claudia Strahlendorf, Courtney Kaplan, Kaylin Pershouse, Orea Tshiamu,
Ruby Lutwama, Xiluva Maluleke

GRADE 11
First Row (L-R): Aimee Good, Alwande Mlambo,
Chabi Thelingwani, Chané van Zyl, Masingoaneng Tlale,
Matemba Dhladhla, Michaela Stevens, Morgan Hodge,
Naledi Temo, Paije Beetge
Second Row (L-R): Tallis Brown, Taya Holmes, Tebogo Fenyane,
Thandeka Dlamini, Thandiswa Dlamini

GRADE 10
First Row (L-R): Bongisile Nkosi, Bonolo Sehume, C’né Fouché, Gomolemo Sefoka, Grace Lushamba, Kanie Raliapeng,
Lisakhanya Maqubela, Michaela Wade, Naledi Maseko, Nashe Nyamkure
Second Row (L-R): Nkateko Ntlhabyane, Ofentse Lebele, Omolemo Maimela, Ruva Chinamore, Siya Mgijima, Teagan Smit,
Thando Bonga, Tshiamo Molefe

GRADE 9
First Row (L-R): Amogelang Mokgosi, Bontle Leswifi, Erin Botha, Jenna Pastor, Karabo Ramoshu, Katherine Hodson,
Khanyisa Nyalungu, Lemeez McGluwa, Megan Pabst, Mokgadi Madiga
Second Row (L-R): Molemo Moshoeshoe, Ofentse Makgoba, Onthatile Motadi, Reoikantse Poo, Shanna Brown, Tshiamo Makhafola,
Wongani Chamdimba

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Although the year ended before it could even begin, SCHOOLHOHOSTUESLES
there were a variety of activities that we were looking
forward to, ones that we annually participate in as well I would like to express my appreciation to every
as new activities that were going to be School House ladies who made it possible for me to
implemented throughout the year. The year was off to be their Head of Hostel for 2020. The past five years in
a good start when we welcomed numerous new girls hostel are not something that I’m likely to forget. I’ll
from Grade nine through to matric into the School forever be grateful for the memories and friendships
House family. At the first weekend of the year, we held kindled. Many thanks to Mrs Carstens who became
our annual newspaper fashion show and we had our the Head of School House, helping get us settled into
first ever djembe lesson which left everyone feeling our new routine post-lockdown. We sadly had to say
elated. Another memory from first term was the Grade goodbye to Ms Dugmore and thank her for all she did
eight performance for both hostels with the aid of our for the hostel over her years of service.
Grade elevens. We unfortunately had schools close This year has been a journey with new lessons
before our annual Boarder Parents’ Dinner. During constantly being learned and I’d like to encourage
lockdown we all tried to keep in touch as much as everyone to make the most of the time that they have
possible through various social media platforms. left. Always remember to treat others with kindness.
Waitse Mmono
Head of School House 2020

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GAMES

ACHIEVERS

Georgie Dillon Stephanie Houtman
SSA Junior NTS Open Water National
Diving Squad Open Water Squad Elite Youth
Squad (Open Water) Senior
Youth Squad (Swimming)

Alexis Rauff Bonolo Moabi Caleigh Mano Chanté Fourie Chantelle van Tonder
Provincial Colours U21 Northerns Hockey Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours
Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo Gauteng

NTS NTS NTS Indoor Ladies Hockey

Elona Anandlal Emma Nunn Giselle Angyalossy Jenna Grobler Lara Prinsloo
Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours
Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo Schools Water Polo
Easterns and
NTS NTS Team Vice Captain Gauteng Gauteng

Lia Seagrave-Sutton Roxanne van der Lith Sarah Ross Skyla Mano Zoë Gurschl
Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours Provincial Colours
Lifesaving Schools Water Polo NTS Open Water Schools Water Polo
Gauteng NTS Gauteng
Swimming NTS Indoor Ladies Hockey
South Africa
Junior Youth Squad
(Open Water)

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