Houses
Houses
STAFF HEADS OF HOUSES
Back Row (L-R): Mrs J Greenberg (Gladstone), Ms D Dugmore (Aitken), Mrs M Holzhäusser (Selborne), Mr W Smit (Duncan), Mrs M Albertyn (Buxton),
Mrs E Russell (Athlone)
Front Row (L-R): Mrs N de Bruin (Van Zyl), Ms I Turpin (Connaught), Ms S Dorlas (House Co-ordinator), Ms V Ramlaul (McWilliam),
Mrs L van Heerden (Clarendon)
LEARNER HEADS OF HOUSES
Inset: Lisa Mntungwa (Gladstone)
Back Row (L-R): Lebo Maboa (Van Zyl), Nkhensani Biko (Clarendon), Kelsey Langley (Athlone), Megan Rikkers (Aitken), Phumzile Mukhari (Selborne)
Front Row (L-R): Tshepiso Ntsabiso (McWilliam), Gift Baloyi (Buxton), Dominique Rossi (Connaught), Palesa Sedibe (Duncan)
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Grade 8 Aitken Houses
Akeeda Buccus Khensani Mangolele Kate Fitzgerald
Isabella Cheikh Kholofetso Mokomane Kayla Fraqueiro
Daniella de Canha Gosiame Mosiane Lucia Jardim
Pavishka Govender Reamogetswe Mphahlele Kyla Joåo-Palm
Lwazi Gumbi Chiara Müller Gontse Ledwaba
Nicole Housdon Nicole Nascimento Dimpho Lehabe
Angie Jardim Benica Phillips Maxine Loganathan
Reneilwe Lehong Thulisile Sitsha Desiree Mahlangu
Reabetswe Leotlela Anathi Soga Jasmine Majeke
Ruby Lutwama Kgodiso Tloane Megan Male
Orefile Mabote Celine Tshefu Lukhanyo Manona
Tarisai Machoba Asante Tshwane Happy Maumela
Odelia Madzivhe Caitlyn Wragg Danielle Oelofse
Nosipho Malaza Cayla Pearson
Oratile Maloka Grade 10 Chantelle Pienaar
Malaika Masogo Savina Popov
Yolanda Mayekiso Gabriella Afonso Moitheri Pudikabekwa
Erin McGladdery Noa Anthony Stacey Sapsford
Palesa Mopeli Afreen Ayob Alexandra Savvas
Oratile Mothibe Alessia Bevilacqua Palesa Sebego
Sithokozile Mthombeni Keratilwe Chiloane Langelihle Sitsha
Camille Nakhal Nouman Lauren Cooke Hinvira Sujan
Tsholofelo Nkaletse Palesa Dube Laura Thanh
Tatum Oliver Deren Effendi Mylo van Straaten
Kaylin Pershouse Arielle Gibson
Ashwari Pillay Charné Griesel Grade 12
Owethu Shabalala Megan Hautmann
Genevieve Smith Basetsana Khanya Elsie Bokaba
Angelique Teixeira Kamogelo Maganyele Antonia Chela
Rachel-Ann van Biljon Thabang Malatji Rethabile Choshane
Samantha van der Merwe Khutso Maloka Mckyle Amrin Clarke
Amy van Harte Kutlwano Mamabolo Hayley Cooke
Georgia Visser Lindokuhle Masango Rut du Toit
Botshelo Matshate Shannon Forbes
Grade 9 Erin Mckenna Airyn Goodbrand
Mazvita Muchenje Natania Harding
Venus Adams Asanda Nkonde Trina Kim
Gabrielle Amrouni Yerang Oh Pearl Lutwama
Tristan Behr Mikaila Phillips Tshepang Mabuela
Shannon Busacker Thato Ramodibe Wendy Mahlobo
Kalilah Dippenaar Khona Shabalala Leago Mangolele
Elke du Toit Mellissa Sithole Kawala Masondo
Lea Elsenbroek Michaela Skinner Kia Monyokolo
Dineo Hlonyana Amiksha Sujan Talia Moodley
Stephanie Hugo Juliette Taylor Thandiwe Ndlovu
Mariya Il'ina Basetsana Tlamama Shanique Parker
Keorapetse Khoza Lelethu Tlou Masego Ramabu
Keamogetswe Lepule Megan Rikkers
Megan Loganathan Grade 11 Lili Smit
Swelihle Mahlaka Phemelo Tshehla
Tegan Makovini Abigail Ashfield Courtney van Biljon
Gomolemo Mangoenyane Francesca Bernardi Jessica van der Westhuizen
Nicole Birch Hannah Visser
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52 The Iris
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Grade 8 Athlone Houses
Devika Ajith Kumar Neo Maringa Megan Gerber
Mahlatse Boshielo Nomhle Masina Britney Hand
Janey Ebang Garcia Masindi Mudau Bianca Human
Cailyn Goliath Seipati Nhlapo Zabet Janse van Noordwyk
Lara Grobbelaar Favour Oluwamakinde Andronicca Khoza
Chloë Hawkins Kayla Ott Micaela Lima
Diana Hernandez Kaylin Schultz Naledi Mametse
Mikayla Hinrichsen Jemma Shannon Mmathabo Maredi
Melissa Jacobs Katinka Sik Laura Marshall
Tatum Kalil Jessica Sinclair Keneilwe Mmako
Philimena Kollie Lerato Skosana Tshedimoho Mokoele
Emma Learmont Nandipha Suteka Phumelele Ndlovu
Daniella Lee Ming-Yesca Tshiamo Taunyane Daniella Nieuwenhuis
Lauryn Letcher Joyce Tshiswaka Ruby Plaakie
Orapeleng Mampane Krisha Radia
Khumo Masela Grade 10 Caitlin Raman
Amukelani Mbokane Malebo Ramaotsoa
Daniella McGuire Megan Allen Milena Rodrigues
Hannah Mitchell Alexandra Bahlmann Hatlani Shabalala
Waitse Mmono Lise-Lea Bangue Elombe Phindile Shongwe
Oratile Moche Raeesa Boodoo Kay-Lee Squire
Katleho Mokoena Kellin Burger Leoné Venter
Lesego Molekoa Shaylyn Davis
Keketso Mphunngoa Roxanne Dippenaar Grade 12
Christine Mumera Jamie Gopaul
Eve Musekiwa Nicola Grobbelaar Micaela Alapatt
Mihlali Ncobo Margot Haskins JD Baard
Melisa Ndlovu Nikita Huliciar Laurentia Bopela
Jenna Paveley Keamogetswe Kgasi Tamryn Brynard
Nadia Pentz Boipelo Lehapa Leigh Cruywagen
Dimpho September Jemima Luis Tia Natasha Dupuy
Thandi Skosana Mose Lwayo Veronique Frances
Emma Wright Kayleigh McGavin Abigail Howard
Ayanda Mkhabela Carla Hüsselmann
Grade 9 Thuto Moshoette Taeeun Kim
Manushri Naidoo Amanda Kwele
Juanice Apollus Ntokozo Ngcobo Kelsey Langley
Juliette Auret Reneilwe Seboga Kgatsi Letsoalo
Savannah Carvalheiro Mashako Seshibe Regina Maepa
Daniella Christian Charlotte Smit Rasenoko Makatu
Zoë Christofi Simone Stander Ontiretse Makgeledisa
Claire Dreyer Mellissa Swartz Meyanka Maniram
Jeanay Gordon Hazel Tingini Lesego Matsimela
Jade Haynes Esmee van der Arend Thato Mochesane
Courtney Hugo Rebecca van Heerden Lesedi Moerane
Laura Kelly Obakeng Moropa
Dineo Kgasago Grade 11 Christen Naidoo
Eszter Kiraly Mabongi Nyalungu
Caitlin Kruger Caitlin Alapatt Savanna Primmer
Poppy Lentsoane Eyerusalem Ataro Shanesia Rugbar
Onkgopotse Makwiting Jessica Botha Loraine Shuttleworth
Karabo Malete Misha de Beer Abigail Smit
Tyla Gartland Gaby Vieira
Jordyn Weiss
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Grade 8 Buxton Houses
Chelsey Adams Tshepi Mashiloane Thembalethu Jiyane
Jade Baxen Sibonakele Mncube Orapeleng Kgampe
Oluchi Benjamin Celeste Mnguni Meaghan Koen
Tyla Brand Kemo Motjelele Larissa Liebenberg
Kiara Christofi Hope Mpe Tamryn Logan
Kay-Leigh Demas Tegla Mudacumura Kelly Lucas
Ndivhuwo Godzwana Tintswalo Ngobeni Gabriella Lucas
Alison Goodway Koketso Phale Alice-Jane Marais
Talia Govender Caitlin Regan Tlhago Mathibedi
Karabo Gubanca Jeanique Schubart Lisa Mawunganidze
Celeste Hendricks Mpho Sehlapelo Pascale Mestdagh
Marta Jhina Palesa Selepe Lexi Morezzi
Unathi Kanti Simeoné Snyman Ella Mosako
Courtney Kaplan Samukelisiwe Thwala Lethabo Motlonye
Tshowa Katumba Emma van Schalkwyk Teri Müller
Keabetswe Lekaba Emma van Schie Kemisetso Phakathi
Véronique Lung Noella Yav Tayla Pretorius
Julia Martinez Kirsten Regan
Rachel Meyer Grade 10 Toni Siebert
Bavu Mhlonyane Zenaye Skosana
Benzile Mntambo Nicole Barnard Camryn Thurman
Noli Moabi Auliya Boyce Emmerentia Tshiovha
Oratile Mokgoko Meadow Brener Angela Wang
Jannett Mwali Shannon Campbell Caryn Wright
Chanté Pietersen Kerryn Egan Grace Yav
Lesedi Ramushwana Tanya Goxo
Reabetswe Seboga Chipo Hansungule Grade 12
Nomhle Sipopo Jo-Ann Harrison
Orea Tshiamu Kayla Heunis Courtney Anderson
Katelyn Tulloch Jen Koen Vanessa Arcanjo
Myrren Wallace Liela Liebenberg Tarryn Augus
Aileen White Hope Mashau Gift Baloyi
Amie Wilson Lethabo Mokgalaka Nothando Bankole
Keo Mokoena Raffaella Braga
Grade 9 Lungile Molubi Chloé Chappell
Katli Moteane Tamica Davids
Kuhle Besman Antonia Mugisa Malaika Eyoh
Noa Abramovitz Otsile Muzana Gemma Felton
Jordan Boonzaier Joy Mwali Ashton Flowerday
Ayesha Boyce Nandi Ndwalane Hannah Jensen
Siphumelele Buhali Cassandra Papangeli Nthabiseng Mabapa
Katiya Carreira Jeandré Schubart Atli Mametse
Kiara Chetty Nicole Siebert Dominique Martin
Ev Gee Mercedes Singh Lesego Maubane
Anja Grobler Kutlwi Sithole Hannaé Meyer
Natasha Janse van Rensburg Jessica van der Merwe Teneal Morkel
Boipelo Langa Aobakwe Visagie Tashmika Naidoo
Lehlogonolo Letshela Matika Ras
Gabby Lourens Grade 11 Méja Schoeman
Xiluva Macheke Calista Singh
Sky Marryatt Louisa Anyimadu Simoné van der Merwe
Neo Kat Masemene Mianca de Kock Megan van Schalkwyk
Riyazah du Toit Ashleigh Weideman
Lerusha Govender
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Grade 8 Clarendon Houses
Jojo Agaze Meta Modikoa Danièll Cook-Patterson
Leslen Ash Lebogang Modjadji Shereen Duba
Shannon Ball Bonolo Moikanyane Jadene Farinha
Mia Cloete Maleshane Mokgokong Mikayla Isebeck
Anastacia da Rosa Lethabo Mokhuane Jade Joubert
Motheo Ditodi Motatso Mongalo Sascha Kacnik
Nolwazi Dludla Trisha-Lee Moses Amy Kotzé
Habibah Fakey Modiegi Motsoaledi Michelle Kwofie
Larizza Funk Thando Ncobo Keentswe Magodielo
Shylah Hepke Nelisa Pamla Nomsa Mahlangu
Megan Hitchinson Kelebogile Ratsoana Kristen Marshall
Henda Hoogenboezem Precious Sabeka Kamogelo Masango
Unathi Khamali Victoria Selby Thando Mashalaba
Luché Leach Micaela Thomaides Thabiso Mthombeni
Angel Lufundo Chantelle Tseka Nomfundo Ngongoma
Ntsumi Maluleke Mikéla Nortje
Resego Matshediso Grade 10 Boitumelo Phadi
Mbali Mbada Simone Pretorius
Naledi Mbokane Claire Angel Khensani Shibambo
Lilitha Mhlekwa Teagan Barnard Savana Summerton
Siphosihle Msongweni Jessica Blair Nomsa Twala
Charlotte Muller Disa Burger Michaela Worthington
Jenna Myer Gabriélla Clara
Tiya Patel Claudia da Cunha Grade 12
Nandipha Quvile Unako Dubula
Anjali Ramdin Tori Fossett Chelsea Ashworth
Gontse Ramogotswa Kayla Froneman Nkhensani Biko
Erin Reid Caitlyn Hattingh Tatiana Blecher
Gabriella Rodrigues Risuna Hlungwani Jessy Bule
Franella Sakata Jacky James Bianca Caldeira de Aguiar
Gia Sargenti Hanán Jeppie Daniella da Cunha
Yasmeen Shearer Annabelle Keet Avril de Nation
Thamsi Stephen Thando Mahlangu Monnica Germishuizen
Rebecca Martin Jabulile Gwangwa
Grade 9 Lunga Masondo Heejin Jung
Lauren Mclaughlin Benita Kiabilua
Yushania Chetty Dimpho Mhlanga Meeghan Klomp
Taylor Cook-Patterson Sphe Ndwalane So Jung La
Zoë Damon Kemmone Ntlha Kutlwano Malete
Mimi Dembese Busi Nyika Josie Martin
Sheila Dias Gina Purkis Tsholofelo Molefe
Kayla Geel Danielle Robbertze Nikhila Moodley
Dashia Govinden Lauryn Schutte Hlobi Mtshali
Mia Janse van Rensburg Masego Selemela Khanya Petje
Milla Lakic Danian Smit Naledi Pooe
Bulumko Lebese Mase Helena Zelle Micaela Rodrigues
Tumi Malefo Maryam Sanatkaran
Courtney Marshall Grade 11 Sam Scott
Sphesihle Mkhize Erika Smit
Stephanie Beatson Kristen-Lee van der Merwe
Aa'ishah Begg
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Grade 8 Connaught Houses
Emma Bartz Samantha Meyer Yebin Cho
Monique Bothma Buhle Mgwenya Kelsey de Jongh
Kaylin Burke Lesego Mkhonto Deoné de Meyer
Hannah Carmichael Kearabetswe Mokhele Avela Dlungele
Alyssa Carreira Oratilwe Ntsoe Amy Gravato
Krisi Chapanov Daniela Paterson Zozi Gwabeni
Busi Dyer Ornella Pavone Charissa Holdt
Usivile Giyose Darsh Pillay Monique Jivan
Katia Goncalves Diane Pretorius Leah Mascini
Leah Heystek-Irving Kara Prinsloo-Heyns Tshiamo Mathabathe
Bonolo Kgobane Boikokobetso Ramashija Aeryn McEwen
Ulashia Kgwedi Cay-Lee Saunders Katïa Menhouk
Buhle Khumalo Oregaugetse Sepeng Rebekah Miller
Rawdah Kurrimboccus Lawrencia Thahane Juanita Minnaar
Kayla Laubscher Palesa Thokoane Clara Minny
Thato Makoetjie Deveney van Rooi Kassidi Murphy
Tlamelang Masemola Penka Veselinova Mbali Nzimande
Amandla Mashigo Sarah Oeschger
Busi Mathe Grade 10 Sarah Place
Emily McEwen Lexie Reeler
Kaylee Meadows Jodi Bartz Zeenat Salie
Bonolo Mokatse Nastassja Biccard Inga Shumane
Phenyo Mokwena Dayna Binda Caitlyn Thompson
Sandhya Moodley Tiyani Chabalala Cameron van den Berg
Thatiso Moyo Megan Hilton
Uthimna Nape Yebin Im Grade 12
Ntando Nxumalo Onke Klaas
Téa Primmer Vibaksha Lalla Michaela Agathopoulos
Mapaseka Senne Nadia Larsen Yeseul Cho
Rebekah Seo Lucia Leal Isabella da Silva
Tiego Sepeng Beniciel Lonji Zandi Dinwayo
Nyeleti Silawu Tshilidzi Mabadzhabadzha Courtney Donaldson
Nicole van Niekerk Emi Magnin Genevieve Joynt
Dani van Zyl Kagiso Manamela Eternel Lonji
Shakeerah Masoet Tina Mabugu
Grade 9 Lukho Matu Leago Mamabolo
Grace Mngadi Zanele Maseko
Iman Cassim Precious Mphafudi Gama Mashigo
Skye de Bruyn Mbali Ntuli Ponahalo Mojapelo
Shayla de Leeuw Ashleigh Place Qukeza Nokele
Gemma de Wet Leovan Scott Nicole Nortman
Megan Grobler Amy Serfontein Tisetso Phadu
Kirsten Harrison Lesego Setshedi Dominique Rossi
Tamsyn Hunter Annette Tsaku Firdaus Salie
Caitlin Jones Hala Wagi Allah Lufuno Sigwadi
Kgolagano Kharume Tasmin Wood Cassidy Strybos
Juwairiyyah Kraft Lebo Telite
Thato Legodi Grade 11 Mashoto Tsagae
Rutendo Mafukidze Charis van Rie
Julia Melliar Gabi Abro Crystal Willis
Phili Memela Ilhaam Ally
Nicola Antoniazzi 59The Iris
Megan Bezuidenhout
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Grade 8 Duncan Houses
Susan Bisschop Tshepiso Molekwa Carol-Kate Chapman
Erin Collings Jemma Moss Themwani Chirambo
Kyra de Gray Birch Nathi Msezane Alexia Daniel
CJ Dickson Vauna Naidoo Nicola de Bruin
Kelsey Fortuin Laura Neumann Jade Georgiou
Zoë Gurschl Jemma Nicol Kirthi Jaimungal
Naledi Hlangweni Lehakoe Nyangintsimbi Keneilwe Letsoalo
Anya Janse van Vuuren Meagan Picton Rose Mamabolo
Skye Kershaw Veena Pillay Refiloe Manyaapelo
Kamogelo Laka Nana Sonti Legolo Maphunye
Kayla Lombard Jenna Victor Thando Mbonani
Onthatile Madiba Ashleigh Wenhold Jayde Menelaou
Leago Magagula Khanyisile Zikalala Ferroudja Menhouk
Boipelo Mahapa Kamo Motsoeneng
Kaitlin Mahlare Grade 10 Gaatlholwe Nkoana
Tlotlo Makgopa Basetsana Ramahuta
Kuhle Makondo Alex Abro Jean-Marie Rossouw
Neo Malahlela Caitlin Braga Tassy Seagrave-Sutton
Taylor Malan Skye Brown Samantha Smart
Rebo Maponya Nomzamo Chabalala Julia Tosi
Dimakatso Maponya Jessica da Silva Avalon Ward
Jamie McHardy Natalia de Nobrega Tashie Zachariades
Courtney Moss Caitlin de Wit
Yirishka Pillay Ore Dibakwane Grade 12
Jayde Pinto Cayleigh Halvey
Kathleen Pretorius Kiara Jaimungal Thabang Ajigini
Rorisang Rampai Tumi Kelepetsweng Kate Bredell
Paisley Schmidt Kgalalelo Koloti Louise Burdett
Lia Seagrave-Sutton Gwyneth Kufakunesu Kurston Fortuin
Mari Smith Zoë Kuhn Shawnae Greyling
Rethabile Thaoge Nandile Mabena Jessica Heath
Kirnisha Timmerman Motsi Macheka Khanyisile Hlalethoa
Bea van der Merwe Suvali Maganbeharie Leigh Joubert
Annebelle Visser Nolwazi Mahlangu Abigail Kuhn
Tayla Wood Katlego Malepane Jenilee Lawrence
Fendi Mampone Mfanelo Maluleke
Grade 9 Lesego Mokoena Basetsana Mamogale
Allicyn Moses Angeli Marais
Omobusola Ajigini Naledi Mosikare Joy Michaels
Raquel Alexander Bokang Mphuthi Savannah Mihaleto
Amber Beeforth Annemarie Mugisa Mametse Moropyane
Sophia Deliyiannis Khanyisile Ndhlovu Lesedi Mpye
Carmen Gauld Erin Nicholson Mmopi Nkuna
Aveshni Govender Jojo Ogboro Lelethu Nokele
Taralyn Greyling Rachel Price Nombulelo Ntuli
Jade Isaacs Julia Wood Kylee Pillay
Ivy Kagwisagye Kea Pooe
Angelique Kraounakis Grade 11 Bronwin Sebonka
Helen Lloyd Palesa Sedibe
Mamorare Mamogobo Kuhle Besman Lesedi Tladi
Lisa Matanzima Peyton Beyleveld Angelique Webber
Gracious Mavhungu Dominique Bothma Megan Wilding
Annie Bredell
Vanessa Caldeira de Aguiar 61The Iris
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Grade 8 Gladstone Houses
Lesedi Bogopa Hannah McBride Abonga Dube
Alessia Coetzee Hannah McLoughlin Zinhle Dzivhani
Mia Coombe Robyn Michael Abegail Fraser
Megan Dinwoodie Nokwanda Mkhonza Sydney Harris
Emma Franken Kholofelo Mothoa Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas
Theresa Grant Ayesha Myburgh Mishka Kramer
Nicole Gysman Neo Nkhumane Artheia Angelika Lightley
Anke Harmse Nathi Qwelane Gillian Loffstadt
Jade Kühn Lerato Ramakoae Angel Masombuka
Jameri le Court de Billot Charnice Rorke Khanyi Mbukwane
Alusha Legong Reratiloe Sekoto Naledi Mnisi
Reese Maitisa Katie Slabbert Shanelle Moopanar
Kwena Makama Jessica Thacker Amogelang Nhlapo
Ashleigh Manley Fiona Tsang Flourish Oluwamakinde
Nadine Marrian Kendra Wilkinson Tara Pemu
Tumi Mogashoa Emma Phillips
Lesedi Mokgabudi Grade 10 Taylor Rees
Keamogetse Monama Tiffeney Singh
Kaiden Moore Omolemo Baloyi Katelyn Strydom
O'mogau Mosaka Kathryn Gunning Lesedi Tshabalala
Taylor Muller Kaylee Harris Danièlle van Zyl
Reatile Nkadimeng Courteney Hislop
Vuyokazi Nkosi Monthati Hlatshwayo Grade 12
Mmakgotso Nkwana Ayla Maria Inggs
Lali Patel Skhanyiso Jako Mishka Cassim
Georgia Phillips Likando Kamuwanga Jessica Colley
Marusha Pillay Nicolette Kotze Karen Collins
Keitumetse Rakimane Obakeng Mahlako Charné de Jager
Sisanda Shozi Thabiso Malapela Simoné Dorland
Caylin van der Nest Sinokuhle Masilela Leigh Gibson
Aaliyah van Heerden Mmakosha Modiba Savannah Gilmour
Chantelle van Tonder Kendahl Moore Claire Jurisch
Sarah Vogetseder Amogelang Mothapo Justine King
Taryn Wathen Nolitha Mrwata Cydney Liebenberg
Ha Ngo Caitlin Manley
Grade 9 Reagile Nkadimeng Amy Marais
Palesa Ntlatleng Bakang Mlangeni
Musa Baloyi Cassidy Pillay Tshimollo Mnisi
Michelle Cazalet Bontle Theo Thandeka Mntungwa
Robin Davies Jabulani Tjiane Ino Moepi
Kaylee Dewkie Cay van der Westhuizen Vaschel Naidoo
Ofentse Dinala Christine van Niekerk Jeanne Ngo Mbous
Jessica du Toit Carlene van Wyk Mokgadi Ngwepe
Galaletsang Galane Jessica Velonis Sahania Padayachee
Raquel Gomes Jade Theys
Thelma Kalima Grade 11 Marine van Zyl
Inutu Kamungoma Shannon Wardlaw
Luyanda Kunene Gaby Birkholtz Ashley Wilson
Tinashe Kupakuwana Sabrina Caldeira Aretha Zamundu
Jo-Anne Mahlobo Jennifer Cazalet Busi Zondi
Shayna McAlister Jennifer de Beer
Daniela de Sousa 63The Iris
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Grade 8 McWilliam Houses
Giséle Angyalossy Mmapula Mosia Kendal Grant
Amery Badenhorst Lihle Motsa Amo Hlongwane
Jana Bakovic Rivoningo Ndlovu Imaan Kala
Talo Chirwa Carina Netto Amy Kim
Lauren Erasmus Ayo Ojo Amy Le
Claire Gaylard Gabriella Petoussis Dominique Lockhart
Mia Hayes Tsholofelo Rantsie Rabi Mabilo
Celine Hendricks Cameron Saunders Naledi Mafela
Lara Holtzkampf Jesse Selematsela Amaarah Mahomed
Phenyo Kgasi Tamrin Slager Palesa Majake
Kgolagano Kgoebane Shani Smit Terrell Mbokota
Naledi Khomo Alissa Stevens Sbusile Mhlanga
Tyla Laka Kayla Stroud Margo Molchan
Palesa Lenken Lauren Wepener Ishani Moodley
Yolo Luke Kirsty Weyer Nickyla Naidoo
Grace Mahleza Nicole Williams Neo Nkwana
Landiwe Marivate Alex Potgieter
Masana Mashapha Grade 10 Cayla Rosenblatt
Liah McEwen Kenya Thomas
Nina McHardy Kayla Badenhorst Sarah Trowsdale
Mirella Michalopoulos Thabang Bapela Hannah van der Linde
Lebohang Nare Emily Burger
Vuyiswa Nkosi Ashley Coetzee Grade 12
Zwavhudi Nthambeleni Gaby de Souza-Allegria
Caitlin Olivier Megan Fourie Gyifo Aihoon
Julia Ortner Thedia Golele Raeesa Cassim
Gomolemo Ralepeli Danelle Grassman Meghan Delaney
Caitlyn Reddy Jessica Guimaraes Tshego Dikgale
Ciara Reddy Mondi Lekganyane Lisah Dzemwa
Melisa Ruguwa Purity Liaga Jo-Anne Faller
Vevina Scott Kemi Maila Caela Gauché
Bontle Sibiya Kamo Makgwathana Vuyi Hoboyi
Morgan van der Linde Nthabiseng Malapela Maricelle Immelman
Mia Vorster Prudence Mbokota Nikita Jivan
Zené Witbooi Maxine Milton Lisa Lastrucci
Lucia Mkanda Anele Mahlangu
Grade 9 Maryam Mohamad Grace Mamabolo
Levanya Naicker Jennica Marais
Bianca Allen Mali Ngoatje Tumi Maribeng
Alessia Bellomo Tuanh Nguyen Jessica Mon
Mphoentle Bopape Tiffany Padiachy Mahlatse Motitswe
Mpho Chuene Katy Racionzer Janie Mouton
Boipelo Fafudi Caitlin Schroder-Beneke Tammy Murray
Caitlyn Gomwe Naledi Sekoati Katlego Nkambule
Madison Herman Lethabo Sekwele Tshepi Ntsabiso
Maseeha Ismail Jenna Rushmere
Buhle Kokela Grade 11 Goaba Sefora
Khumo Lekabe Hannah Snyman
Aviwe Mbashe Kimberleigh Campher Jade Swanepoel
Savannah McAlister Simona Coetzee Linoré van Wyk
Sharna Moonsamy Storm de Groeve Natasha Victor
Naledi Dile Megan Williamson
Levona Govender
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Grade 8 Selborne Selborne
Helena Ahiba Saalihah Mohungoo Bella Gioia
Masego Baloyi Monelle Moodley Danielle Grant
Jordyn Baxen Sagofiwa Moyo Bronwyn Harmse
Chloe Britz Bontle Nkopodi Caitlin Holtzkampf
Meg Crabtree Tlalane Ntlatlapa Sanam Kanjee
Christy du Preez Bronwyn Openshaw Kristin Katzin
Coni Espinoza Yupanqui Tshiamo Ramafi Tshepang Laka
Jade Fabri Tinisha Ramrabbie Tlou Lekgau
Meghan Fernie Morgan Robbie Amogelo Mabote
Claudia Haasbroek Nicola Sequeira Nomxolisi Malinga
Annabelle Hillier Dominique Steeman Lebone Maluka
Kimberley Hore Taitum Valentine Keamogetswe Matsi
Stephanie Houtman Megan van Niekerk Paballo Maubane
Shekinah Kaninda Erin Weintraud Catherine Michaelides
Nyeleti Khoza Bophelo Mmako
Rebecca Kollie Grade 10 Lorraine Mogale
Lara Kuipers Atlegang Nyatlo
Nicole Michaelides Francesca Bithrey Mishqah Parsotam
Thando Mnisi Jessica Dachs Mpoti Ramokgopa
Atlegang Morake Yolanti du Toit Chelsea Roberts
Goitseone Mothibe Lara Gouws Lynadia Samuel
Hope Muchiri Jabulile Hlalethoa Erinn Simpson
Tesseria Nair Amy Holtzkampf Siya Songo
Misha Patel Robyn Houtman Courtney Truebody
Chevandré Potts Vicki Hurwitz
Lerato Rakomane Kayleigh Jaftha Grade 12
Thendo Raliphada Natascha Janse van Rensburg
Ricky Ramukosi Ye Eun Jeong Alessandra Bicego
Sheba Shabolyo Hannah Kuipers Amy Chapman
Jivika Singh Kamogelo Laka Ashley Coltman
Jennifer Tembon Kamogelo Letswalo Kezanne Denton
Pelo Tsela Natasha Ludick Patricia Eschmann
Kiara van Wyk Mandisa Maepa Danielle Fröhling
Daniella Yav Thato Makena Iman Hajee-Osman
Tshegofatso Matlou Gitika Harrikaran
Grade 9 Caragh Mcintosh Olivia Hitchcock
Kgaugelo Mkumbeni Ciara Jammine
Michael Booysen Kameryn Muffler Mumbi Kangulu
Megan Britz Ofiloe Nkadimeng Nicky Kemp
Reitumetse Chaisi Lauren Proudfoot Hee-Rak Lee
Jaudynn Denton Cara Schoombie Comfort Mangisa
Ezabelle Els Mia Shaul Batlile Motuku
Nandi Gumbi Aspen Store Phumi Mukhari
Erin Hendricks Tania Twinoburyo Monica Nel
Kgothatso Mabena Zorka Zimmermann Racheal Ngyende
Mamello Malete Casey Prinsloo
Mokgethoa Mampe Grade 11 Jodi Steytler
Bontle Maoto Michaella Vairy
Rachel Marais Blessings Baloyi Ashleigh Wilhelm
Lerato Marcus Daniela Casieri Courtney Williamson
Monica Martins Tayla Cromhout Jamie Wills
Amo Modimoeng Amy Finlayson Ayanda Zikalala
Tayla Frans
Caitlin Gaylard 67The Iris
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Houses
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Grade 8 Van Zyl Houses
Kaitlyn Albertyn Innocentia Musoke Ntombikayise Khumalo
Carmen Balanco Khanyisile Nkosi Esther Kim
Tameryn-Lee Bezuidenhoudt Kelsey Prost Mia Köpplinger
Nolwazi Bosoga Mmaphale Ramatsetse Anya Lureman
Rebekah Campbell Rizwaanah Saloojee Pamela Maako
Gianna da Costa Minka Shikweni Ellen Maartens
Ghéoné Damon Sandy Soe Reagile Malatji
Cathleen Dawson Brooklin Sofianos Tasneem Mallick
Chanté de Beer Savanna Thomson Ronnel Masemola
Cayla Hartzenberg Dominique van Staden Tshego Mathe
Alexia Lippi Lavanya van Wyk Lerato Mathiso
Neo Maepa Miecke Venter Tumelo Mokolane
Thuli Makhotla Carla Waterson Omphile Motsomane
Kumi Makhubele Amy Whittle Kimera Naidoo
Tumisho Makoti Chané Nel
Lesedi Mampa Grade 10 Sihle Nkonki
Kagiso Marishane Storm Posthumus
Nkateko Masenge Vanessa Annor Cassie Quiterres
Jamie Mcdonald Jenna-Lee Clingham Emma Scheffer
Didi Modiba Frances Coetser Larah Scurr
Priscilla Munganga Tristan Crawford Gaby Sigalas
Amahle Ndlovu Nicolene Dube Heike Thormählen
Liwa Parkies Kyra Enslin Derryn Wenhold
Vuyisa Pityana Leorah Grandison
Andrea Schoonraad Cara Janse van Noordwyk Grade 12
Kaci Taylor Alex Joseph
Zoe Ten Krooden Isabeau So Joubert Mutsa Chimbo
Phenyo Tlhoaele Goratileone Kau Nicole Cunningham
Danica Tolda Katlego Kobola Boitumelo Dibakoane
Thato Tumagole Keletso Maboitshego Callista Duursema
Tegan van Jaarsveld Refentse Manyelo Nina Fondse
Nimesha Venkatas Tshego Mello Chanté Fortune
Alexia Wheatley Nontokozo Mgwenya Kate Kabe
Karabo Mlangeni Lebo Maboa
Grade 9 Lethabo Mohloba Tsholo Masilela
Thato Molate Nthabiseng Matsimela
Jenna Anderson Kgothatso Motselele Cassidy Meyer
Donatella Casillo Kiese Mpasa Naa Shidaa Mills
Michiko Ceza Njabulo Ntuli Phuki Modiba
Tshegofatso Chokoe Clarissa Olivier Nothile Mphuthi
Shana Enslin Sabrina Pereira Charissa Naudé
Carlene Govender Aqila Rab Jade Nel
Hawa Ibrahim Wamu Spies Callia Nicolaides
Najmah Kamedien Suk Fun Thong Anastatia Nkhuna
Melita Katakuzinos Kiara Tolda Olive Olusegun
Thato Loate Amelia Venter Vrishti Singh
Bonolo Mashashane Kirsten Sutton
Phemelo Matlaisane Grade 11 Rhiannon Symons
Tshegofatso Matshoga Chané Theron
Ditha Mbinda Jamie Brown Deirdré van Niekerk
Jade Minnie Hsang- Chun Chiu Danny Wolfaardt
Katlego Monama Kajol Dewnath Marcail Wragg
Desna Moodley Jade Gower-Jackson
Rachel Heath 69The Iris
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House Highlights
Aitken
HOUSE
2016 has been an incredibly successful HIGHLIGHTS team consisted of Pearl Lutwama, Stacey
year for Aitken. It started off with a bang Sapsford, Mckyle Clark and me, Megan
at the Grade 8 Camp. Everybody enjoyed Rikkers. Not only did the Aitken team
The Hunger Games theme and it gave a achieve first place, but they represented
whole new edge to the camp. The Grade PHSG at the Inter-high Quiz where they
8s bonded and cemented the friendship placed sixth out of twenty-five teams.
which all Aitkenites share. The team The Jersey Display coordinated by the
spirit was evident at the Grade 8 Gala and Grade 10s, was a huge success, both in the
setup of the Alice in Wonderland theme
Aitken cheered each other on, resulting in and the number of jerseys collected.
a well-earned fifth place. Not only has Aitken shone as a House in
Next was the Inter-house Gala. The Aitken 2016, but we have had an abundance of
cheerleaders chose baseball as their theme fun with every activity. House Assemblies
and they helped “swing” Aitken into full- have always been something to which to
blown spirit-mode. Aitken made us all look forward and they definitely did not
proud by placing second overall. disappoint this year either.
The charity events brought our House
together and showed everyone that helping people can, in turn, help I would like to thank Ms Dugmore for her support and leadership
you. The Grade 8s showed House spirit by cheering on the matrics this year. Aitken would not be the same without her. I would also like
to thank all the Aitken teachers for their support and commitment
each time their walk took them past the soccer fields.
Our House Play was definitely one for the books! The play WIFI to our wonderful House. Special thanks go to Talia Moodley, who
written by Pearl Lutwama, was not only hysterical, but clever and has played such a pivotal role in Aitken’s success this year.
witty. The cast and directors produced an incredible play which Megan Rikkers
placed in the top three. WIFI won Best Script, Best Comic Moment Head of Aitken
and an Outstanding Performance award.
The Inter-house General Knowledge Quiz showed the school that
Aitkenites really do know what is going on around them. Our
Athlone
HOUSE
We are a House who believe that excellence HIGHLIGHTS our charity. The Athlone House Play,
The Reckless Club, directed by Jordyn
is not the exception but the norm. We Weiss and Ontiretse Makgeledisa, tore
believe that winning isn’t everything, up the stage and won Best Costumes and
but wanting to win is. We believe that Best Sound. The four general knowledge
we are not only a house, but a family of geniuses, Savanna Primmer, Jordyn Weiss,
Athlonian sisters willing to commit and Loraine Shuttleworth and Caitlin Alapatt,
give everything to be warriors of our took home second prize at the Inter-house
House, Athlone. Quiz and showed that Athlone is not
When the Grade 8s arrived, they quickly only a sporty house, but a brainy one too.
had to slide into the winning mind-set of Athlone collected numerous jerseys for
Athlone for the Grade 8 Camp. They were the Jersey Display, which was beautifully
rushing around, climbing and crawling designed and created by the Grade 10s.
through activities, inspired by the theme, Athlone showed how we always remain
The Hunger Games. This gave our newbies
time to warm up before facing the Fun near the top, leaving flames and dust
Gala, where they cheered their lungs out behind us on the track, placing second in
and made us proud. The next two House events took place on the Inter-house Athletics.
the same day, and Athlone raced into action with help from our A huge thank you goes to to Ms Russell for her guidance, support
supportive Race-car driver cheerleaders, cheering on the House and the passion that she drives into Athlone year after year. The
and waving our red flags proudly. Our brave Athlone warrior spirit 2016 year has been a year where Athlonians have truly learned what
placed us second in the Inter-house water polo match and third in it means to be an Athlone warrior. If I could go back to Grade 8
the Inter-house Gala. The Athlone matrics bounced back at the again and choose a House to be in, it would only ever be Athlone,
matric charity soccer event, placing third and bouncing up five places without a doubt.
from 2015. The Grade 11s all looked like Cinderella with their very ATHLONE WARRIORS UNITE!
own Prince Charming at the Valentine’s Ball and the Grade 8s, 9s Kelsey Langley
and 10s participated in fun outdoor activities to raise money for Head of Athlone
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House Highlights
Buxton, jou lekker ding! Oh ah, jou lekker ding! Buxton
This year has certainly been a rollercoaster HOUSE the Inter-house Athletics with Buxton
HIGHLIGHTS
ride. The start of the year brought on the receiving numerous awards, including
arrival of the new Buxton family members. second place for the matric relay. What
These enthusiastic Grade 8s soon proved to me a way for the matrics to end off the year!
and Matika that they were more than capable During every single event, Buxton
to uphold the Buxton name by winning the stood firm and tall, supporting and
Grade 8 Fun Gala. The Inter-house Gala this cheering on our fellow Buxtonites.
year was definitely one to remember as the This energy was evident during every
Buxton cheerleaders, dressed according to fun-filled House Assembly. The year
the Mexican Day of the Dead theme, showed wouldn’t have run as smoothly without
the school how to move. We placed eighth in the support, love, hilarious humour
the gala and tenth in the Inter-house Water and patience of Mrs. Albertyn. Matika
Polo Tournament. Our great enthusiasm and and I absolutely appreciate you. Many
camaraderie was evident during the charity thanks to my biggest supporters
events as the matrics placed fourth in soccer and cheerleaders, Chloe Chappell,
and the Grade 10s came out tops at the Dance-a-thon. Nothando Bankole, Nthabiseng
Mabapa and Teneal Morkel. You did Buxton proud this year. And
The Buxtonites, as it were, continued to show greatness during the lastly, a big thank you to my Buxtonites for making my journey in
House Play Festival with us claiming the best award: House Play of the this leadership absolutely fun. Your spontaneous, positive attitude
Year. The directors, Teneal Morkel and Malaika Eyoh, of the play, What and fantastic spirit made me proud to be your Head of House. It has
Are Friends For?, showcased their immense effort and talent, which truly been a pleasure to lead Buxton to nothing but greatness.
definitely paid off. Our brain power was shining through at the Inter- Gift Baloyi
house General Knowledge Quiz as we placed fourth in the competition. Head of Buxton
To add to the achievements, our Grade 10s’ Sesame Street theme wowed
the viewers at the Jersey Display. The positivity was carried on during
Clarendon's year started off with a bang during the Clarendon For the last battle of the year, the Inter-house
House Week events in 2016, ready to prove to the Athletics, Meeghan and Benita’s fierce passion
whole school that, true to our motto, we were, are HOUSE for athletics was transferred onto our girls,
HIGHLIGHTS
and have always been multi-talented. Our juniors resulting in a well-earned third place. This was
ranked third in the Inter-house Netball Tournament a proud moment for the House as Clarendon
and our seniors ranked first in the Inter-house Soccer hadn’t managed to rank in the top five since
Tournament. From that moment on, it was clear that before the matrics joined the school in 2012.
Clarendon had become a force to be reckoned with. Mrs. van Heerden and Mrs. Jackson, saying
The odds were indeed ever in our favour at The thank you for all you have done for us this year
Hunger Games themed Grade 8 Camp, as our little simply wouldn’t be enough. Your limitless spirit
newcomers quickly formed friendships and made and involvement as well as your willingness to
memories. The Grade 8 Gala was no exception, as let us explore our craziest ideas have really been
our girls cheered on their classmates, leading us to appreciated. To all Clarendon teachers, past
take home sixth place. For our next battle, the Inter- and present, you have helped shape our girls
house Gala, our cheerleaders dressed as boxers, ready into strong, independent women and, for that,
to fight. Their entrance and our latest cheer, Eye of we are forever grateful. Micaela and I would like
the Tiger, definitely set the tone for the day as our to thank the Grade 8s of 2016. You’ve been a
swimmers swam their hearts out and our girls cheered until our voices wonderful group of Grade 8s, full of a variety of different personalities and
grew hoarse. Even though we placed tenth, our ability to see the bright tons of love. We have been blessed with such an enthusiastic bunch full of
side left us with a bond stronger than ever. tons of Clarendon spirit. We are going to miss you.
During every laughter-filled House Assembly we played games in which To the Clarendon Matric Class 2016: what a phenomenal group you are.
the girls got a chance to get to know each other better. We presented a In the past five years, there have been an endless amount of memories,
witty and well-acted House Play under the leadership of our directors, laughs and love amongst us and each of you will forever hold a special
Micaela and Josie, which was ranked top three with numerous actress place in my heart. My last thank you goes out to Meeghan Klomp.
awards and an award for Best Use of Space. The Grade 10s created a Meeghie, you are a constant ray of sunshine. Your genuine love for
Boutique-themed Jersey Display that was nothing short of fabulous Clarendon warms my heart and your beautiful and kind soul is one that
and the participants in the Inter-house General Knowledge Quiz had is extremely rare to find. Thank you for being a great Vice-head of House
us sitting on the edge of our seats, marvelling at how their brains could and my ultimate partner in crime.
retain so much information. The Charity Drive brought out everyone’s Leading the house this year has been an absolute honour and pleasure. I
competitive nature. The matric class had everyone biting their nails wish the Clarendon Matric Class of 2017 nothing but the best.
at their soccer match, watching the penalty shoot-out for first place. Nkhensani Biko
Though we placed second, our enthusiasm was a true testimony to the Head of Clarendon
strength of our House spirit.
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House Highlights
Connaught
HOUSE
At the start of 2016, I realised that HIGHLIGHTS which required fastidious ingenuity
I had not inherited Connaught and out-of-the-box design, stole the
House but the Connaught family. show. The Connaught house play,
From Point A to Point Brick Wall,
It was a family that, like one of the
many trees in the forest we call written by our talented Lufuno
Girls’ High, had stood tall, united Sigwadi, was one of our best plays
and proud throughout the years – ever. We won Best Directors, Best
a family like no other. Actress and Best Duo Act.
It was inspiring to see how much Ms Turpin, your endless devotion and
support was given to me. However, unceasing passion for Connaught has
it was even more wonderful to see permeated our hearts. Without you,
the amount of empathy the saplings Connaught would not be the epitome
of our family, the Grade 8s, received of family. There are no words which
from the rest of Connaught. During could thank you enough.
the year, our Grade 8s have had to weather many winds of change. To my right hand, Genevieve Joynt, you have given me all the love
I have witnessed how they have matured both in knowledge and and support that I could wish for and more. You have been an
spirit, becoming persons in their own right and the best versions of inspiration and a pillar of strength in my life.
themselves. To my fellow matrics, together we grew and established ourselves
Throughout this transition, the Grade 9s, 10s and 11s were branches firmly as a family, which is not restricted to five years of schooling,
of support. Together they put their best foot forward by finishing but a lifetime of growth and memories.
first in Debating, second in junior Public Speaking, third in junior The most integral part of our Connaught tree is that, despite the
soccer and third in water polo. branches and leaves growing in different directions, our roots remain
We were never merely a House. We have proven ourselves to be a team as one. This is because we are Connaught and we always stay true
in the true sense of the word and, together, we exuded esprit de corps to blue.
and love for our fellow team players. We placed fourth in the General Dominique Rossi
Knowledge Quiz and Jersey Display. Our hot air balloon design, Head of Connaught
Duncan
HOUSE
We started off the year with the The HIGHLIGHTS to shine and they did just that. After
Hunger Games themed Grade 8 Camp, the June exams we had our Inter-house
where the Grade 8s learned how to be true Athletics Day at Affies Seuns. We placed
Duncanites. On the Saturday morning tenth, but had a fun-filled day supporting
the Grade 8s had a Fun Gala in which the our athletes. Many thanks go out to all the
Duncan Grade 8s placed fourth overall, athletes and a special mention to the U15
making the House proud and setting the Relay Team that achieved a first place.
tone for the rest of the year. Their spirit To say that it was an honour serving as
and willingness to learn is greatly admired. Duncan’s Head of House 2016 would be
The charity events created many different an understatement. Duncan has given me
memories for each grade. The matrics many memories that I will cherish forever
placed tenth in the soccer match, but and I am very grateful for that. I’d like to
enjoyed their last charity event as a class. thank all the Duncan teachers and the
Our military-clad Duncan cheerleaders Duncan ladies for their dedication to this
and the ladies in the House showed that House. Thank you to the cheerleaders for
they were ready to fight for our title at all their time and dedication. Thank you
the Inter-house Gala. Although we placed ninth overall, we stood to Kathryn Bredell, my Vice-head of House, without whom this
together and enjoyed the day as a House. year would not have been the success that it was. A special thank
At our annual House Play Festival, our play, How Right Is Mr Right?, you needs to be said to Mr Smit, who adopted us with open arms.
directed by Nombulelo Ntuli and Jenilee Lawrence, won one award Sir, your passion, humour and optimism was greatly appreciated
and was nominated for many more. This play showcased the amazing by me and the entire House. Duncan 2016, it’s been an honour.
talent we have in Duncan. Even though we didn’t get a place at the Palesa Sedibe
winners’ table at the annual Jersey Display, we were thrilled at the Head of Duncan
many jerseys collected by our Duncanites. The Inter-house General
Knowledge Quiz provided an opportunity for our House geniuses
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House Highlights
Gladstone
This year made me realise what HOUSE forward for the Inter-house Athletics.
Gladstone really stands for... The G HIGHLIGHTS The Grade 10s did a splendid job with
stands for the great sportsmanship that the Jersey Display. I thought Gladstone
this House embodies. The L stands for was just about being active, until I
loyalty. The A stands for the authenticity attended the Inter-house General
of this House. The D represents the Knowledge Quiz, where our team made
dominant group of ladies that we are. us proud with the fast-thinking brains.
The S stands for the sociable, tight-knit I thank my House for bearing with my
family we have become. The T represents long lectures and game plans at every
our terrific compassion. The O stands House Assembly. A huge thank you
for outgoing. The N represents never needs to be said to my Vice-head of
having any dull moments, while the E House, Jade, for sharing the load and
represents our everlasting passion. doubling my joy throughout the year.
What a year! This past year was filled Working with her has been a delight.
with companionship, spectacular Lastly, I thank our teacher Head of
achievements and incredible events, which brought laughter, fun House, Mrs Greenberg, and my Form teacher, Ms Cooper. I will
and camaraderie to our light blue hearts. I never would have thought forever be grateful for their assistance. Their brand of leadership
that I would be the Head of such an amazing House. 2016 was a very is to be commended, for there was never a problem they could
eventful year for the Gladstonites as a group of enthusiastic Grade 8s not solve.
joined our Gladstone family. The Grade 8s were determined to make Lisa Mtungwa
us proud in their cute light blue swimming caps at their Grade 8 Fun Head of Gladstone
Gala and they certainly did make us proud as they placed second
overall. This continued as our group of ladies put their best foot
McWilliam
HOUSE
HIGHLIGHTS
McWilliam! Aoohoohoo! overall that day. It was our
McWilliam! Aoohoohoo! undying spirit that got us
Team spirit has never been through even in the hardest
a problem in McWilliam moments. Special mention
House. It is in our blood. We needs to be made of the
started this year with so many Grade 9s, whose spirit carried
goals and ideas for making this the House even when the
House better. We had a good cheerleaders were tired. This
start to the year by achieving proved once again how much
one of our goals: coming first we support each other.
in the matric soccer. In the Inter-house Athletics,
The camaraderie within the we won the Spirit trophy
House grew even outside again, proving to the whole
of House Assembly with school who has the most
random high-fives in the corridor. I saw our House blossom into spirit, but, most importantly, what can happen when a House is
united.
a family.
The Inter-house Gala is next on our list of achievements. Pressures Winter came and granted us another first place in the Jersey
were high and despite all the troubles and complications, we pulled Display. We collected the most jerseys and the Grade 10s made us
through. We managed to win the Spirit trophy and placed second proud with their innovative design.
Tshepi Ntsabiso
Head of McWilliam
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House Highlights
Selborne
HOUSE
HIGHLIGHTS
2016 has been an incredible year for anything can be accomplished.
Selborne. We managed to exceed our Selborne also placed second in the
goals and to achieve great new heights. Inter-house General Knowledge Quiz.
The year started off at the annual Grade This was an exciting achievement
8 Gala where we welcomed all new for the House, which carried on the
members with open arms. They quickly positive spirit of 2016.
felt at home and part of Selborne. Our House Assemblies were gatherings
At the Inter-House Gala, our House where everyone, including the teachers,
made history. Not only was the overall could have great fun. Everyone could
House spirit incredible, but we also participate whether it was in reading
won the Gala, making this year the first or in the exciting games that were
in 16 years that Selborne had won the played during the last few minutes of
Gala. We were very proud of each and the meeting. Under the leadership of
every one of our swimmers. Mrs Holzhausser and with assistance
The charity events were tackled from my Vice-head, Jodi Steytler, 2016
with much enthusiasm as the great has indeed been a year where we have
House spirit continued. Our House Play, which was directed by reached new heights and made history. I have no doubt that the best
Racheal Ngyende and Caitlin Holtzkampf, showcased our House’s is yet to come for Selborne and that the winning spirit will continue in
remarkable talents and abilities on stage. Our Grade 10s also put the years to come.
together a beautiful display at the Jersey Display in the second Phumizile Mukhari
term. The number of jerseys which were collected in Selborne was Head of Selborne
astounding and showed our warm hearts and that, with teamwork,
Van Zyl
HOUSE
Orange: To the Van Zylians this is a HIGHLIGHTS this success possible.
colour of hope and a positive, vibrant The Jersey Display did not dim
energy throughout our House. the orange glow surrounding Van
2016 has been a phenomenal year Zyl when our Grade 10s perfectly
for the Van Zylians. It started on an portrayed a Van Zyl wedding and
exceptional note with an eventful retained the orange theme. All our
Grade 8 Camp where we were given charity events were successful and
the opportunity to welcome the new, reaffirmed the importance of giving.
eager and dynamic additions to our We ended term three on an
family. exceptional note with Van Zyl
The Inter-house Gala was an exciting burning their orange flame brighter
day during which our enthusiastic than ever before, resulting in first
cheerleaders kicked off the morning place at the Inter-house Athletics.
dressed to impress and encouraged the Thank you to Ms de Bruin for her
House and its swimmers to persevere ongoing love and support throughout
until the bitter end. Van Zyl placed as one of the top five Houses at the year. We achieved what we did because of her passion and loyalty
to Van Zyl.
the Gala.
The House Play festival was great fun and was filled with joy and My only hope is that future Van Zylians ensure Van Zyl’s spirit never
laughter. Thanks go to our directors, Anastatia Nkuna and Nothie fades.
Mphuti, for a successfully produced play titled The Tedious Tale of the Lebohang Maboa
Tomato Sauce Thief and to all the ladies who were involved in making Head of Van Zyl
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Hostels
Hostels
HOSTEL STAFF
Back Row (L-R): Ms L Tjiane, Mrs E Tjiane, Mrs S Morezzi, Mr D Mokhine, Mr C Marumo, Mrs D Ramasetlha, Mr C Mokoena, Mrs G Mashishi
Front Row (L-R): Mrs P Mashilo, Mrs R Nkadimeng, Ms A Streak, Mrs F Molekoa, Mrs L Malapela
BOARDER REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL
Back Row (L-R): Sibusisiwe Dyer, Mbali Nzimande, Jessica Blair, Josephine Martin, Fendi Mampone, Cydney Liebenberg, Myrren Wallace,
Kamohelo Motsoeneng, Galaletsang Galane, Amogelang Modimoeng
Front Row (L-R): Nombulelo Ntuli, Basetsana Mamogale, Mrs A Lamb, Mrs J Cÿrus, Lebohang Maboa, Samantha Scott
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North Lodge
North Lodge
Absent: Charis van Rie, Caitlyn Wragg, Marcail Wragg, Shayla de Leeuw, Larah Scurr, Tyla Gartland
Back Row (L-R): Frances Coetser, Anya Lureman, Ellen Maartens, Kuhle Besman, Fendi Mampone, Kendal Grant, Jodi Bartz, Daniela da Cunha,
Ponahalo Mojapelo, Morganna Robbie, Nomsa Twala, Jenna Anderson, Emma Bartz
4th Row (L-R): Sarah Trowsdale, Lebogang Modjadji, Tyla Brand, Rebecca Martin, Esmee van der Arend, Nikita Huličar, Mishka Kramer,
Cydney Liebenberg, Rebecca Nel, Courtney Anderson, Claudia da Cunha, Nicole Smith, Natasha Ludick
3rd Row (L-R): Kamohelo Motsoeneng, Nothamsanqa Stephen, Phenyo Tlhoaele, Lesego Mkhonto, Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas, Lauren van Zyl,
Annelie van der Walt, Naledi Sekoati, Aspen Kurz Store, Themba Jiyane, Khanya Petje, Justine King, Jenna Rushmere, Skye Marryatt
2nd Row (L-R): Nandi Suteka, Busisiwe Mathe, Busi Dyer, Onke Klaas, Cassandra Quiterres, Galeletsang Galane, Fiona Tsang, Natalia de Nobrega,
Yolanda Mayekiso, Tshegofatso Matshoga, Tshegofatso Chokoe, Naa Shidaa Mills, Katlii Moteane, Jamie McHardy, Nina McHardy, Paige Mitchley
Front Row (L-R): Palesa Selepe, Naledi Mbokane, Mrs S Morezzi, Ms S Dorlas, Mrs L Godfrey, Lebohang Maboa, Mrs J Cÿrus, Samantha Scott,
Mrs J Viljoen, Mrs B du Toit, Ms M Lippi, Jennifer Tembon, Yasmeen Shearer
2016 has been an incredible success. From welcoming our Grade exhibited again that we are a force to be reckoned with as we
8s to the family to shopping, movies, braaiing, games nights, reigned victorious against School House in numerous Inter-
Easter egg hunts and newspaper fashion show, we were given the hostel events such as water polo, athletics and swimming relays.
opportunity to reunite and bond as a family. North Lodge Hostel has flourished throughout the year because
We had a successful Boarder Parents’ Dinner with a Great Gatsby of our dedicated and passionate mothers away from home: Ms
theme, which saw all the ladies and their families thoroughly Cÿrus, the teachers and matrons.
enjoying the evening. I am grateful to have been blessed with the opportunity to serve
After much planning, the hostel trip to the Market Theatre, where my sisters and share this chapter of my life with my Vice-head,
we watched the production, Sophia Town, was a memorable Samantha Scott, and my phenomenal North Lodge matrics.
and educational experience. We, as a hostel, thank the Boarder Thank you for teaching me that all leaders are learners and that
Parents’ Association for affording us this opportunity amongst one stops leading the moment one stops learning.
all the many other things they do for us. Lebohang Maboa
We confirmed our stance as an unbreakable sisterhood and Head of North Lodge
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School House
School House
Absent: Tasmin Wood
Back Row (L-R): Caitlin Holtzkampf, Julia Melliar, Kayla Bontkekoning, Kia Monvokolo, Thuli Sitsha, Dayna Binda, Stephanie-Ann Beatson, Rebekah Miller,
Aaliyah van Heerden, Kristin Katzin, Jade Gower-Jackson, Phumzile Mukhari, Bronwyn Openshaw, Caitlin Gomwe, Louisa Anyimadu
4th Row (L-R): Gontse Ledwaba, Jessica Blair, Josephine Martin, Lufuno Sigwadi, Kellin Burger, Kiara Tolda, Megan Hilton, Angel Wolverson, Jade Menelaou,
Thando Mbonani, Danian Smit, Courtney Truebody, Hannah van der Linde, Neo Nkhumane, Shaylyn Davis, Jessica da Silva, Morgan van der Linde
3rd Row (L-R): Emma van Schie, Erin Reid, Gisele Angyalossy, Lara Holtzkampf, Henda Hoegenboezem, Tayla Frans, Danica Tolda, Thato Ramodibe,
Courtney Kaplin, Mmopi Nkuna, Karen Collins, Lesedi Thabethe, Robin Davies, Myrren Wallace, Amy Holtzkampf
2nd Row (L-R): Noli Moabi, Laura Marshall, Katarina da Silva, Shannon Ball, Lili Smit, Mmakosha Modiba, Mbali Nzimande, Lerato Marcus,
Thando Mahlangu, Landelihle Sitsha, Goitseone Mothibe, Megan Hautmann, Oratile Mothibe, Tlotlo Makgopa, Keneilwe Mhako, Amo Modimoeng
Front Row (L-R): Kgalalelo Koloti, Waitse Mmono, Mrs S Morezzi, Ms S Dorlas, Ms M Ford, Basetsana Mamogale, Mrs A Lamb, Nombulelo Ntuli,
Ms D Dugmore, Ms C Greenwood, Mrs A van Niekerk, Paisley Schmidt, Orapeleng Kgampe
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School House
2016 in hostel has been a year filled with remarkable memories Second term is a very busy term for most of the girls in terms of
that we will carry with us for the rest of our lives. sport and cultural activities. We are very proud of the girls who
The year started off with a few physical changes to the hostel as our participated where they could and we all supported each other.
newly renovated bathrooms were completed; the matric studies Whether it was hockey or netball matches, games were announced
received new curtains and new pin boards were put up for each grade in advance to give the girls an opportunity to go and support. The
to share their pictures and memories with the hostel. matrics introduced a new tradition in the hostel known as Riddle
The first week of the school is always filled with many activities to Night where every grade has the opportunity to share some riddles
ensure that the girls both old and new settle in. Whilst the grade 8s just to lighten up the mood, especially when it has been a tough
were enjoying the annual Grade 8 Camp the rest of the hostel enjoyed week. As June exams approached and it became colder, Mrs Lamb
a stay-in on Friday. On the Saturday Grades 9 – 12 went to the Grove graciously provided us with hot chocolate and marshmallows to
Mall where they enjoyed a variety of activities. The fun continued get us through the winter blues. We are most appreciative for your
on Saturday afternoon with a treasure hunt. Everyone was divided kindness, Ms Lamb.
into groups and this was a great way to promote teamwork. Later Third term started with bang with two Inter-hostel games.
on in the evening we had our 2016 Newspaper fashion show. This is I would like to congratulate North Lodge on winning the Inter-
when the girls dress up in newspaper and plastic bags according to a hostel Soccer. I am extremely proud of School House for winning
specific theme, all the girls created the most amazing outfits out of the Inter-hostel Volleyball for the first time in 15 years. All the
newspaper, plastic and a whole lot of cello tape and staples. On the girls screamed their lungs out for their hostel sisters and the
Sunday the hostel took to Hatfield and where we showed our Grade support was truly heart-warming.
8s where they are allowed to go and not allowed to go in the area. In As my term as Head of Hostel comes to an end I know that none
the afternoon we had our NL and SH braai where we all socialise, of this would have been possible without the unfailing support
braai some meat and have a dip in the pool. and love of my Vice-head of Hostel, Nombulelo Ntuli and my
To end off the week both hostels welcomed the Grade 8s with a fellow matrics. These people are the reason that hostel ran so
concert. smoothly this year. Their willingness to help whenever and
The Valentine’s Breakfast was hosted by the matrics where we had a wherever needed was awesome. I am grateful to all the hostel
lovely breakfast on 13 February in the School House gardens. Here teachers for supporting the hostel and me with compassion and
every girl felt loved. love.
Hostel outing this year was to go and see the play, Sophiatown, in To the new Heads of Hostel, I wish you everything of the best. You
Johannesburg Newtown. This was enjoyed by all the girls especially have been chosen for this position because every single girl believes
because not many of the hostel girls have seen a live show. We are that you can lead this hostel to great heights.
extremely grateful to the Boarder Parents’ Committee for funding Basetsana Mamogale
this and making the outing possible. Head of School House
To end off the first term we had our School house all-nighter, where
as we stayed up into the early hours of the morning watching movies.
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Sport Highlights
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Achievers
Achievers
NATIONAL COLOURS
Back Row (L-R): Charné Griesel, Amy Marais, Cydney Liebenberg
Front Row (L-R): Darshika Pillay, Kaylee Stella Harris, Daveena Pillay
PROVINCIAL COLOURS
Absent: Zoë Gurschl
Inset: Bonolo Moabi
Back Row (L-R): Kaylee Stella Harris,
Modiefi Motsoaledi, Stephanie Houtman,
Cydney Liebenberg, Kelsey Langley, Mbali Ntuli,
Kameryn Muffler, Mellissa Sithole, Regina Maepa,
Josephine Martin
Front Row (L-R): Naledi Mbokane,
Mabongi Nyalungu, Courtney van Biljon,
Amy Marais, Charné Griesel, Jean-Marie Rossouw
PROVINCIAL COLOURS
Back Row (L-R): Taylor Muller,
Megan Grobler, Tegan Makovini, Mbali Ntuli,
Jenna Anderson, Emma Bartz
3rd Row (L-R): Jade Kühn, Angelique Teixeira,
Brooklin Sofianos, Aimee Wilson, Katinka Sik,
Myrren Wallace, Alessia Coetzee
2nd Row (L-R): Bonolo Moabi, Shannon Busacker,
Monica Martins, Fiona Tsang, Aa’ishah Begg,
Kyra de Gray Birch, Jamie McHardy,
Naledi Mbokane
Front Row (L-R): Hope Mashau,
Chantelle van Tonder, Modiegi Motsoaledi,
Simone Pretorius, Chelsey Adams, Megan Gerber,
Zoë Gurschl
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Games
Games
SPORT ORGANISERS
Absent: Mrs N de Bruin, Ms M Buchel
Back Row (L-R): Mrs D Klopper, Mrs M Oertel, Mrs M Albertyn, Ms L Austin, Mrs L Kloppers, Mrs R Matthyse, Mrs E le Roux, Mrs M Andrade
Front Row (L-R): Mrs T van Tonder, Mrs K Brimecombe, Ms B Hubbard, Ms M Eloff, Ms S Dorlas, Ms M Lippi, Mrs Y Jackson
GAMES CAPTAINS
Absent: Nikhila Moodley, Jessica Heath, Bianca Caldeira de Aguiar
Inset left: Danielle Fröhling Inset right: Natania Harding
Back Row (L-R): Lufuno Sigwadi, Meeghan Klomp, Deirdré van Niekerk, Jodi Steytler, Marcail Wragg, Jessica Heath
Front Row (L-R): Mrs M Eloff, Simoné van der Merwe, Leago Mongolele, Tarabhan Pemu, Ms S Dorlas
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Athletics
Athletics
Back Row (L-R): Cayla Pearson, Jemma Shannon, Laura Kelly, Cayleigh Halvey, Lauren Cooke, Mbali Ntuli, Charlotte Smit, Simone Pretorius,
Miecke Venter, Mari Paz Ebang Garcia, Chevandré Potts, Kaylin Schultz
3rd Row (L-R): Katlego Monama, Kaiden Moore, Modiegi Motsoaledi, Kendahl Moore, Aa’ishah Begg, Bavuyise Mhlonyane, Tyla Brand, Jennifer Cazalet,
Mikaila Phillips, Savanna McAlister, Naledi Mnisi, Courtney Marshall
2nd Row (L-R): Lara Grobelaar, Laura Newman, Jacky James, Franella Sakota, Nicole Williams, Sagofiwa Moyo, Megan Loganathan, Bonolo Moabi,
Tilalane Ntlatlapa, Kea Kgasi, Inutu Kamungoma, Chloë Hawkins, Mamello Malete
Front Row (L-R): Kaylin Pershouse, Benitas Kalumba, Mrs M Andrade, Coach Ntando, Ms H Pelser, Jamie Brown (Vice-captain),
Flourish Oluwamakinde (Captain), Megan Gerber (Vice-captain), Mr F Pretorius, Coach Walter, Lethabo Mokhauna, Cayla Rosenblatt
‘An athlete cannot run with money in his pockets. He must run league in term three.
with hope in his heart and dreams in his head’ - Emil Zatopek A big thank you goes out to all our coaches that have inspired
This year, for the very first time, Pretoria High School for Girls and motivated us on the athletics track to become the best
entered the Pretoria league in term one. Stepping into the unknown, athletes we could ever dream of becoming. To all the athletes,
the girls’ hard work, talent and dedication made us proud. The thank you for all your hours of hard work and passion. Last,
Pretoria league has given the future generation of athletes in Girls’ but most certainly not least, a big thank you goes out to our
High the opportunity to make the Northern Gauteng Team. Athletics Mommy, Mrs Andrade. Ma’am, your time, enthusiasm
Inter-house Athletics was nothing but a success and a fun-filled day, and commitment are sincerely appreciated.
where the athletes had the chance to show off their talents. Those Meeghan Klomp
who stood out from the crowd were selected to be part of the Captain of Athletics
Athletics Team, who would then participate in the Johannesburg
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Basketball
Basketball
BASKETBALL 1ST TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Naledi Mnisi, Joy Mwali, Pearl Lutwama, Refiloe Manyaapelo, Terrell Mbokota, Gama Mashigo
Front Row (L-R): Naledi Dile, Batlile Motuku (Vice-captain), Mrs Oertel, Leago Mangolele (Captain), Prudence Mbokota
Basketball is not just an ordinary sport; it is a way of life. The courts nail-biting game against The Glen High School. Unfortunately,
have become our home and our team mates have become our family. the game was lost by just one basket and the team had to settle for
Our basketball season started with a tournament at the American third place in the league. The First Team was also involved in a
International School of Johannesburg in which the First Team number of friendly games against teams from Zimbabwe.
competed in January. This was our very first tournament as a new All of this would not have been possible without the help of our
great mentors; Coach Mtha, Coach Brenda, Coach Nolwazi,
team and proved to be rather difficult as we only won a few Coach Tshepi, Coach Danny and Coach Simon, who put so
games and were not able to make it through to the semi- much time and work into grooming us into all-star players.
finals. There was also the Redhill School Tournament The dedication and commitment shown by our coaches was
in which the First Team also participated. With the impeccable and the Basketball squad is extremely grateful to our
Pretoria Schools’ Basketball league approaching, coaches for that. We would also like to thank Mrs Oertel, Mrs
we knew that a lot of hard work lay ahead. Ntuli and Mr Sebuthuma for their undying support.
We then went on to start our Pretoria To my basketball ladies: I have never been so proud to be the
League Tournament for which all our captain of such a dedicated group of ladies who clearly have an
teams had been training so hard. A undying passion and determination when it comes to basketball.
lot of hard work and time was put Never stop playing.
into preparing for this tournament Leago Mangolele
and this was evident in the results. Captain of Basketball
Six teams entered this tournament: our
U14A and B Teams, U16A and B Teams as well
as our First and Second Teams. Both our U14A
and U16A Teams played against Prestige College
in the final and unfortunately lost their games,
awarding both teams silver medals in the Pretoria
Schools’ Basketball league. The First Team,
which played a total of eight games, made it
through to the semi-finals where we played a
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Basketball
BASKETBALL 2ND TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Palesa Lenken,
Lawrencia Thahane, Seipati Nhlapo,
Buhle Kokela, Lauren Wepener
Front Row (L-R): Julia Martinez,
Mamello Malete, Mrs Oertel,
Bontle Nkopodi, Leago Kunene
BASKETBALL U16A
Absent: Reneilwe Seboga, Ayanda Mkhabela
Back Row (L-R): Jannett Mwali, Caitlyn Gomwe,
Khona Shabalala, Dineo Kgasago, Michaela Skinner
Front Row (L-R): Phemelo Matlaisane,
Mrs M Oertel, Lindokuhle Masango,
Mr V Sebuthuma, Galaletsang Galane
BASKETBALL U16B
Absent: Gomolemo Mangoenyane
Back Row (L-R): Juanice Appolus, Musa Baloyi,
Thuli Sitsha, Khumo Lekabe, Noella Yav,
Purity Liaga, Boikokobetso Ramashija,
Khanyi Nkosi
Front Row (L-R): Reamogetswe Mphahlele,
Mrs M Oertel, Nomzamo Chabalala,
Mrs I Rademeyer, Nandipa Suteka
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BASKETBALL U15
Absent: Lauren Wepener, Masindi Mudua,
Joyce Tshiwaka, Aviwe Mbashe
Back Row (L-R): Christine Mumera, Tshepi
Mashiloane, Oluchi Benjamin, Bonolo Mashashane,
Tshepang Bopape
Front Row (L-R): Boipelo Fafudi, Mrs M Oertel,
Julia Martinez, Mrs I Rademeyer,
Khensani Mangolele
BASKETBALL U14A
Absent: Karabo Gubanca
Back Row (L-R): Khumo Masela, Owethu
Shabalala, Odelia Madzivhe, Tarisai Machoba,
Habibah Fakey, Nandipha Quvile, Keitumetse
Rakimane, Vuyisa Pityana
Front Row (L-R): Amandla Mashigo,
Mrs M Oertel, Malaika Masogo, Mrs I Rademeyer,
Alusha Legong
BASKETBALL U14B
Back Row (L-R): Benzile Mntambo,
Phenyo Tlhoaele, Bontle Sibiya, Jojo Agaze,
Liwa Parkies, Ntsumi Maluleke,
Kiara van Wyk
Front Row (L-R): Dimpho September,
Mrs I Rademeyer, Resego Matshediso,
Mrs M Oertel, Phenyo Kgasi
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Chess
Chess
CHESS 1ST TEAM This year was the year the Chess Club girls
Absent: Abigail Kuhn (Vice-captain) decided to make the most noise and have the
Back Row (L-R): Gabrielle Amrouni, Claire Angel, Tarabhan Pemu most laughs. We took the advice from our coach
Front Row (L-R): Natasha Janse van Rensburg, Mrs T van Tonder, Nikhila Moodley (Captain) to our tournaments, which helped us to reach
second place in the league. The Valentine’s
Day chess match against Boys’ High was an
unforgettable game. It involved playing only
one game against the Boys’ High boys and
eating and socialising the rest of the time. At
the National All Girls’ Festival our team used
all our brain power and achieved a spectacular
fourth place. Gabrielle won the board prize for
board four. The D4 trials were a success and Tara
and I brought home bronze and silver medals.
The Eunice Derby Day was, and forever will
be, full of fun and camaraderie. Every member
of the Chess Club had their share of wins and
losses, but, regardless of winning or losing,
everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day. There
isn’t another club where one would find people
with such different personalities becoming the
best of friends. This was a year we will certainly
remember for a long time.
Nikhila Moodley
Head of Chess Club
CHESS 2ND TEAM
Absent: Abigail Kuhn (Vice-captain)
Back Row (L-R): Diana Hernandez-Lobaina, Caitlyn Hattingh, Cassidy Pillay,
Tanika Pillay, Tasneem Mallick
Front Row (L-R): Deren Effendi, Rose Mamabolo, Mrs T van Tonder,
Nikhila Moodley (Captain), Tamica Davids
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Cross Country
Cross Country
CROSS COUNTRY
Back Row (L-R): Carmen Gauld, Benita Kiabilva, Erin Weintraud, Shayna McAlister, Dayna Binda, Savannah McAlister, Aa’ishah Begg,
Megan Hitchinson
Middle Row (L-R): Savannah Carvalheiro, Jenna Rushmere, Obakeng Mahlako, Kendahl Moore, Kellin Burger, Megan Gerber, Ashleigh Manley,
Gaby Birkholtz, Ashleigh Wenhold
Front Row (L-R): Bonolo Moabi, Annie Bredell, Lufuno Sigwadi (Captain), Ms M Lippi, Lebo Maboa (Vice-captain), Lara Grobbelaar, Chloë Hawkins
Another year of cross country has come to an end. The year started well as Ms Dugmore, who made it her duty to be at every race
off with our annual social race with Pretoria Boys High School. held at PBHS. The organisation of our races and transport were
The social race marked our fitness levels after the much-needed always efficient, thanks to Ms Lippi and Mr Keeton.
December holidays. Thank you to Coach Kenny who is always a positive influence
After weeks and weeks of training, we were finally ready for our league on our training. His presence is always known with his famous
races. Arriving at our first race and having the weather send us back ‘PUSH!’ motivating us from the sidelines. Thank you to my
home, without putting our training to the test, was a bit of a setback. Vice-captain, Lebo Maboa, who has been an amazing partner. I
Regardless of that, the girls gave it their all during the Johannesburg was privileged to have her by my side through every practice and
league. Megan Gerber came first in every league race and later league race.
won the Johannesburg District Race for which Lebo Maboa, Erin Last, but no least, thank you to my team, who have made me
Weintraud and Bonolo Moabi also qualified. The Junior and Senior exceptionally proud this year. Thank you for the laughs, sweaty
Teams both qualified for the District Championships. Although hugs and memories that will never be forgotten.
neither team won, we left knowing that we gave it our all. Lufuno Sigwadi
Our girls made Girls’ High proud at the Eunice Derby this year. We Captain of Cross
won the derby, with most of our girls ranking in the top positions. Country
In term three we participated in the Pretoria League. The Pretoria
League is always a tough
league, but we still approached head-first and
pushed through all the uphills and dusty
paths that never seemed
to end.
None of this would have been
possible without the support of
our number-one fan and cross
country mommy, Ms Lippi, as
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Diving
Diving We proudly added many new dives and
many younger divers to our team. We
DIVING 1ST TEAM cultivated a spark inside each of us that we
Absent: Jade Theys never even knew we had. All these sparks
Back Row (L-R): Emily Burger, Leah Mascini, Lauren Cooke, Amy Whittle together saw us improve with every dive
Front Row (L-R): Emma van Schalkwyk, Cydney Liebenberg (Vice-captain), Ms L Austin, and helped us shine in many competitions.
Danielle Fröhling (Captain), Tristan Crawford Despite all the successes, there were also
challenges, including the injury of Cydney
Desire, dedication, discipline Liebenberg, our South African diver and
The 2016 diving season was very successful. Girls High placed second in the annual Vice-captain, right in the middle of our
National Aquatics Festival, third in the St Mary’s Summer Splash Gala and third overall diving season. But the positive of this was
out of ten schools from around the province in the Inter-high Diving competition. We that she was able to help with coaching and
also placed first and second in our season competitions. encouraging all the other divers, making
the whole team stronger. Thank you,
Cydney.
The remarkable growth of our team
this year would not have been possible
without our two incredible coaches,
Linda Liebenberg and Rhett Gardener,
who pushed us all to achieve excellence. I
have no doubt that diving at Girls’ High
will carry on flourishing with the help of
these coaches. I hope that all the current
and future divers can find that spark inside
of them and have many successful diving
seasons ahead.
Danielle Fröhling
Captain of Diving
DIVING JUNIOR SQUAD
Back Row (L-R): Kaiden Moore, Henda Hoogenboezem, Ornella Pavone, Theresa Grant,
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Middle Row (L-R): Nina McHardy, Lauryn Letcher, Amy van Harte, Cathleen Dawson,
Lesego Molekoa, Aileen White, Erin Collings, Chloë Hawkins
Front Row (L-R): Caylin van der Nest, Jamie McHardy, Cydney Liebenberg (Vice Captain),
Ms C van Zyl, Danielle Fröhling (Captain), Shannon Ball, Naledi Mbokane
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Equestrian
Absent: Kayla Geel, Emma van Schie, Megan Crabtree
Back Row (L-R): Francesca Bithrey, Simeoné Snyman, Mrs E le Roux (Manager), Jenna Victor, Katelyn Tulloch
Front Row (L-R): Savanna Thompson, Simoné van der Merwe (Captain), Jean-Marie Rossouw, Jenna Myer
Equestrians need to have the concentration and ability to judge like
a netball player, the strength and stamina of a hockey player and the
creative flow and skill to make a hard task look easy and elegant.
Being part of the 2016 Equestrian Team included this and so much
more. A bond between horse and rider as well as among team
mates was forms to produce a force to be reckoned with.
Congratulations go to an Equestrian Team like no other. Every one
of you deserves a massive rosette. A big thank you to all members
of the team, whether rider, horse, instructor or truly loving parents.
Furthermore, none of this year would have been possible without our personal
cheerleader, Ms le Roux. Thank you for accepting this team as your own and
cheering on each and every member. Your dedication and love are greatly
appreciated.
May this year be forever remembered.
Simoné van der Merwe
Captain of Equestrian
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Hockey
HOCKEY 1ST TEAM
Absent: Meeghan Klomp (Captain), Mr D Reid-Ross (Coach), Ellen Maartens
Back Row (L-R): Tayla Pretorius, Emma Scheffer, Janie Mouton, Cara Schoombie, Larah Scurr
Middle Row (L-R): Mikéla Nortje, Caitlyn Thompson, Josie Martin, Kameryn Muffler, Karen Collins, Matika Ras
Front Row (L-R): Mabongi Nyalungu, Mrs K Brimecombe (Manager), Kelsey Langley (Vice-captain), Teneal Morkel
The day of our first league game arrived and the timing could not A big thank you to all our hockey coaches who have inspired
have been worse. Four of our players couldn’t compete due to the and motivated us on the field to become the best hockey players
flu, bronchitis, a twisted ankle and shin splints. After numerous we could ever dream of becoming. We thank our ‘mascot’,
phone calls to adversaries, pleading our case, we had no choice but Ms Turpin, for being at every single one of our games. Her
to play. Despite our best efforts, the injured limped off the field in support is much appreciated. A special thank you goes to our
defeat. hockey mommy, Mrs Brimecombe. Her hours of hard work
This year the First Team started off the season by participating and commitment to hockey at
in the St Mary’s Hockey Festival with a total of thirty-six schools Girls’ High have been truly
from across the whole country. With nine new players competing inspiring to witness. Thank
in a very tough tournament, we really came together as a unit and you for being the greatest pillar
ended seventeenth overall. We also competed in the National All of strength and for believing in
Girls’ Festival which was held in Durban this year. Unfortunately, each and every one of us. Our First
we were not able to score enough goals in our pool games and ended Team coach, Mr Reid-Ross, has
thirteenth out of twenty-one schools. We played outstanding been the coach who told us what
hockey and were fortunate to have received many compliments we did not want to hear and who
about the brand of hockey that we play. has made us see what we most
Congratulations to the following girls for making the Gauteng feared in order for us to become
provincial side: Naledi Mbokane, Noli Moabi, Zoë Gurschl and the team he always knew we could
Chantelle van Tonder. The following girls made the Northern be. His passion for the game
Gauteng teams: Chantelle van Tonder (U14C), Chelsey Adams and for us was inspirational
(U14C), Hope Mpe (U15A), Xiluva Macheke (U15B), Kameryn and something we will
Muffler (U16B), Josie Martin (U18C), Matika Ras (U18B), Kelsey keep with us forever.
Langley (U18A), Mabongi Nyalungu (U18A) and Meeghan We will be
Klomp (U18A).
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Hockey
HOCKEY 2ND TEAM
Absent: Jo-Anne Faller
Back Row (L-R): Cayla Rosenblatt, Danielle Fröhling,
Kirsty Sutton, Megan Male, Cameron van den Berg,
Leah Mascini, Michelle Kwofie, Lili Smit
Front Row (L-R): Jamie Brown, Callia Nicolaides
(Vice-captain), Mrs J van der Westhuizen,
Cassidy Strybos (Captain), Lisa Lastrucci
HOCKEY 3RD TEAM
Absent: Lexie Reeler
Back Row (L-R): Hannah van der Linde, Rebecca Nel,
Tamryn Logan, Jade Gower-Jackson, Camryn Thurman
Middle Row (L-R): Carol-Kate Chapman,
Erinn Simpson, Olivia Hitchcock, Tashie Zacharaides
Front Row (L-R): Gemma Felton, Michaela Lima,
Francesca Bernardi (Captain), Miss C van Zyl,
Shannon Forbes (Vice-captain), Rachel Heath,
Peyton Beyleveld
eternally grateful for his love, commitment and belief in us. Thank you, Sir.
Last, but not least, I would like to thank my team. We shared many memories and
hard lessons. Remember that the world ain’t no sunshine and rainbows. Keep
believing in yourselves and never let anything stop you from chasing your dreams.
You all have a special place in my heart and I am honoured and proud to call each
and every one of you my sister.
Meeghan Klomp
Captain of Hockey
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Hockey
HOCKEY U16A TEAM
Absent: Jenna-Lee Clingham
Back Row (L-R): Ashleigh Place, Megan Fourie,
Charlotte Smit, Natascha Janse van Rensburg,
Lauren Cooke
Middle Row (L-R): Tristan Crawford, Jamie Gopaul,
Nikita Huliciar, Cara Janse van Noordwyk,
Jenna Anderson, Ashley Coetzee, Charné Griesel
Front Row (L-R): Shakeerak Masoet, Lucia Leal
Garcia, Ms M Jelley, Nicole Barnard, Emilia Magnin
HOCKEY U16B TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Esmee van der Arend, Rachel Price,
Robyn Houtman
Middle Row (L-R): Cassandra Papangeli, Rizwaanah
Saloojee, Kayla Heunis, Teagan Barnard, Naledi Sekoati,
Courtney Hislop
Front Row (L-R): Leorah Grandison, Danian Smit
(Vice-captain), Mrs Shelley, Nicolette Kotzé (Captain),
Erin McKenna
HOCKEY U16C TEAM
Absent: Victoria Selby, Ntokozo Ngcobo
Back Row (L-R): Lara Gouws, Bontle Theo,
Carmen Gauld
Middle Row (L-R): Allicyn Moses, Antonia Mugisa,
Annemarie Mugisa, Kaitlin Mahlare,
Alexandra Abro, Kgaugelo Mkumbeni
Front Row (L-R): Kathleen Pretorius,
Tshegofatso Matlou, Ms L Austin,
Mr B Sweetlove (Coach), Tiffany Padiachy
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HOCKEY U15A TEAM
Absent: Robyn Michael, Hannah McBride
Back Row (L-R): Kara Prinsloo-Heyns, Jemma Nicol,
Mia Janse van Rensburg, Jenna Anderson, Megan
Grobler (Vice-captain)
Middle Row (L-R): Kelsey Prost, Xiluva Macheke,
Nicole Nascimento, Jessica Sinclair, Hope Mpe, Sophia
Deliyiannis
Front Row (L-R): Kaylin Pershouse, Ms A Mulder,
Jade Haynes (Captain), Mr K Sweetlove (Coach),
Caitlyn Wragg
HOCKEY U15B TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Benica Phillips, Jaudynn Denton,
Anathi Soga, Caitlin Jones, Miecke Venter,
Kiara Christofi
Middle Row (L-R): Sheila Dias, Monica Martins,
Michelle Cazalet, Kendra Wilkinson, Megan Britz,
Taylor Cook-Patterson
Front Row (L-R): Micaela Thomaides,
Juwairiyyah Kraft, Mrs M Albertyn, Robin Davies
(Captain), Taitum Valentine
HOCKEY U15C TEAM
Absent: Thato Makoetjie, Chantelle Tseka
Back Row (L-R): Tshiamo Taunyane, Meagan Picton,
Savanna Thomson, Georgia Visser, Milla Lakic,
Alessia Bellomo, Raquel Alexander
Front Row (L-R): Trisha-Lee Moses, Amo Modimoeng
(Captain), Ms H Pelser, Lerato Marcus (Vice-captain),
Laura Neumann
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Hockey
HOCKEY U14A TEAM
Absent: Stephanie Houtman, Ms J Coertzen (Assistant
Coach)
Back Row (L-R): Chantelle van Tonder, Luché Leach,
Chelsey Adams, Rachel Meyer
Middle Row (L-R): Caitlin Olivier, Erin Reid,
Emma Franken, Alexia Wheatley, Lauryn Letcher
Front Row (L-R): Caylin van der Nest, Bonola Moabi,
Ms K Brimecombe, Zoë Gurschl, Naledi Mbokane
HOCKEY U14B TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Bea van der Merwe,
Landiwe Marivate, Taylor Muller, Gia Sargenti,
Henda Hoogenboezem, Dani van Zyl
Middle Row (L-R): Tlotlo Makgopa, Franella Sakata,
Liah McEwen, Theresa Grant, Jamie McHardy,
Nina McHardy
Front Row (L-R): Katleho Mokoena, Larizza Funk
(Captain), Mr P Zulu (Coach), Mrs A Campbell-Atkins,
Courtney Kaplan (Vice-captain)
HOCKEY U14C TEAM
Absent: Hope Muchiri, Meghan Fernie
Back Row (L-R): Tayla Wood, Aime Wilson,
Mia Coombe, Angelique Teixeira
Middle Row (L-R): Nyeleti Silawu, Vevina Scott,
Myrren Wallace, Jade Kühn, Courtney Moss,
Emily McEwen
Front Row (L-R): Lwazi Gumbi, Ms M Oldfield,
Mirella Michalopoulos, Ms S Eaton, Emma Learmont
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Lifesaving
Lifesaving Fresh enthusiasm, improved handbooks
and new members have brought about
SENIOR LIFESAVING an atmosphere of excitement in the 2016
Absent: Pamela Maako, Zoë Kuhn Lifesaving Team.
Back Row (L-R): Casey Prinsloo, Tasmin Seagrave-Sutton, Katja Hass, Monica Nel, I see such potential in our newest members
Gabriella Lucas, Leigh Gibson, Gabriella Vieira, Abigail Smit and maturity in our older members. I
Front Row (L-R): Cayla Rosenblatt, Natania Harding (Captain), Ms M Buchel, hope they all remain with lifesaving and
Loraine Shuttleworth (Vice Captain), Jo-Ann Harrison continue to grow. I wish to thank our
coach, Marianne, for sharing her passion
for the sport. Mrs Buchel also deserves our
thanks for stepping in and stepping up and
getting involved. Thank you to my Vice-
captain, Loraine Shuttleworth, who has
achieved so much after only joining last
year. Lifesaving would not exist without
all of you.
Natania Harding
Captain of Lifesaving
JUNIOR LIFESAVING
Absent: Jordan Baxen, Tyla Brand, Zoe Ten Krooden, Akeeda Allybuccus
Back Row (L-R): Kaitlin Mahlare, Sphesihle Mkhize, Lia Seagrave-Sutton, Victoria Selby, Musa Baloyi, Carla Waterson, Ezabelle Els, Christy du Preez
Front Row (L-R): Jade Baxen, Katherine Slabbert, Natania Harding (Captain), Ms M Buchel, Loraine Shuttleworth (Vice-captain), Jenna Paveley, Tatum Kalil
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Netball
NETBALL 1ST TEAM
Back Row (L-R): Thandiwe Ndlovu, Nkhensani Biko, Mbali Ntuli, Kendal Grant, Kristen Marshall, Megan Hilton
Front Row (L-R): Tayla Frans, Mr F Pretorius, Jodi Steytler (Captain), Ms R Matthyse, Regina Maepa (Vice-captain)
2016 was by far the best year so far for PHSG's First Netball Team. order to perform to the best of our ability, as we start heading
Pre-season training started in term four of 2015. This was followed into our main focus which was the Pretoria League. We
by playing Fast Net at Tuks and getting to know one another as went into the league with our hearts filled with passion
a team and more importantly, as a family. Dressing up to match and minds filled with determination. Most importantly we
the crazy Fast Net themes and just enjoying playing together, we had the strength and support of the most valuable coaches,
created a bond between the team that allowed us to shine in our Mrs Matthyse and Mr Pretorius and our team mommy and
first tournament of the year which took place during the April manager, Ms Dorlas. Without the guidance and support from
holidays at St Andrews Netball Fest. We placed 5th overall. After these three amazing people we would not have been able to
many hours of preparation and hard work as a team, we went down perform to the best of our ability like we did in the league
to Durban for the National All Girls’ Festival. It was by far one of where we gave the other schools a run for their money and
the most entertaining and most rewarding tournaments we have played some incredible netball. Halfway during our season
experienced as a team. I truly believe that the millions of Milo's we welcomed the newest member to our
team. Mrs. Matthyse's beautiful little baby
and chocolate Steri Stumpies that we drank gave us the boy was most definitely our little secret
strength and energy to push through the deadly heat of weapon. This Netball Team is a family and
Durban, allowing us to place 3rd overall after a tough we have created the most amazing memories
match against Oranje Meisies. together. The support from our fellow
After getting back from team mates is indescribable. It has been an
Durban we had one day off absolute privilege to have captained such an
and then got back to training amazing group of ladies. Even though the
and preparing ourselves team changes over the years, the family will
as a team, fine tuning the always stay the same. Each year the standard
missing links in our game of netball in our school increases and I am
very excited to see what the girls will achieve
in in the future. If you have a dream and if you just
believe, there is no doubt that you will achieve!
#DreamBelieveAchieve
Jodi Steytler
Captain of Netball
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Netball NETBALL 2ND TEAM
Absent: Tsholofelo Molefe, Inolofatseng Moepi,
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Back Row (L-R): Mmopi Nkuna, Basetsana Mamogale,
PHSG 1902–2016 Courtney Anderson, Mametse Moropyane
Front Row (L-R): Micaela Rodrigues, Mr F Pretorius,
Obakeng Moropa (Captain)
NETBALL U17A & B TEAM
Absent: Jaden Farinha, Rebekah Miller, Holly Kearns
Back Row (L-R): Naledi Mafela, Bianca Human,
Caitlin Holtzkampf, Khensani Shibambo (Vice-captain),
Mishka Kramer, Phindile Shongwe, Lesedi Plaakie
Front Row (L-R): Helena Zille, Kendahl Moore,
Mrs E Lubie, Tshedimoho Mokoele (Captain),
Sascha Kacnik
NETBALL U16A TEAM
Absent: Tshegofatso Mello
Back Row (L-R): Nontokozo Mgwenya,
Karabo Mlangeni, Cayleigh Halvey, Tasmin-Anne Wood,
Refentse Manyelo
Front Row (L-R): Mrs M Ford, Erin Hendricks (Captain),
Ms Mothusti (Coach)
NETBALL U16B TEAM
Absent: Kumogelo Letswalo,
Njabulo Ntuli
Back Row (L-R): Mondi Lekganyane,
Julia Wood, Aspen Kurz Store,
Annette Tsaku, Shaylyn Davis,
Mosé Lwayo
Front Row (L-R): Mrs M Ford,
Siphumelele Buhali, Jessica Blair,
Miss Mothusti (Coach)