The Iris Magazine 2021

MATRICS

D Bullock H van Rooyen MCWILLIAM
Form Teacher Form Teacher

Alusha Legong Amy Marshall Atlegang Mahlangu Hope Mdakane Irmuske Rwida
"I started high
"How can my future be "My years of schooling
in my own hands when would have been more school with straight
enjoyable if I were high." A’s, now I’m not
I'm clumsy? :-(" even straight."

✔Isabella Wilson Ivec Nkosi Kamogelo Laka Karah Myers Keitumetse Tsetsewa Khumisho Ntlatlane
"Chapter 12 "Life is like a "Dis life ting no de make sense 'The Office',
completed" sandwich. No but any little change or little Season 5,
matter which way money na enjoyment. Don’t episode 14
you flip it, the bread at 0:47
comes first." worry about my future, my
future no de go anywhere. I will - Me every morning.

worry about my future next
year."

Khutšo Malaka Kutlwano Legoabe Lesedi Kgomo Marylyne Mitchell Mashau Lukoto Mihlali Yebe
"Whoever said Matric "I came here to grow "Relationships are
"Yoh, I literally got a was revision of Grade 11 taller and I failed at it, like school, the more
preview of how hell looks you study… idk guys
like… anyways chile I’ll LIED." drastically." just send me money."
see you on the other side...

That’s if you make it."

Nashita Chowdhury Nicole Smit Ore Monene Palesa Riba Rozanna Queiros Skylah du Toit
“Less is more when you "Glad that's over."
"I had to put my know what more is”- quote
marks up for from some guy I went on
one date with and whose
adoption because name I don’t remember.
I couldn’t raise
them."

Tallis Brown Thandi Nhlapo Thandiswa Dlamini Tsholofelo Nkaletse Zenalo Mguqulwa Zwavhudi Nthambeleni
"I’m 4’11 but my "I stopped caring about "Bophelo is a war, so lwena "This whole year
attitude is 6’1." other people not liking 'The Office',
me. You people barely wild out." was filled with tears, Season 7,
all-nighters, hiding my episode 19,
like yourselves lol." minute14:45
piercings and more
TEARS."

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MATRICS L Human M Holzhäusser
Form Teacher Form Teacher
SELBORNE

Allie Mottalini Emma Miles Eunbin Kang Fatso Maoto Inami Njapha
"The drama was "Sometimes getting lost "Thank God for God." "The whole time I
immaculate." will lead you to the most was in Spain but the

unexpected things." 's' was silent."

Jocelyn Weiss Kelly du Toit Khumoetsile Matshidiso Koketso Matlou Leandra Ndlovu
"Me, after my first day of
grade 1: It was nice but I "Did I finish high
don’t think I’m going back. school or did high
Me, now: *finally not going school finish me? lol."

back*"

Lihle Mosiane Masindi Mudau Megan Roux Mikah Petersen Nyakallo Rakometsi
"I'm not really funny. "Of course I dress well, I
"Call me Homo erectus didn’t spend all that time
because I’ll be walking I’m just mean and in the closet for nothing ;)
people think I’m Also, school is a trap!!!"
out of Africa."
joking."

Omphile Mabuza Paballo-Entle Motaung Refiloe Chaisi Robyn Anderson Saisha Govender
"You don't have to be the smartest,
" I slept in all my classes "Time well spent with "You can take the
and still bagged 4 Peppa and the Clan." or the prettiest, or the most donkey to the river
athletic or the most popular… but but you can't make
distinctions. Well I hope I
did or else this will be very be the kindest." “LOVE is the it drink." - Dad
highest qualification one can
embarrassing :)."
have.” ~ Melinda Gates

Thembi Mokgokong Tshego Krappie Tshepang Thlotse Unathi Stemela Veani Smit
"lol bye." Mia HAabusepntftl:eisch
"Master has given
Veani a NSC. Veani

is free!"

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MATRICS

K Rankapole VAN ZYL
Form Teacher

Alicia Naudé Caitlyn Garde Dayna Melass Dimpho Mothwa
"They say you are "Wishing all my girlies
what you eat but I a Hot Girl Summer!"
don’t remember eating

a G.O.A.T."

Georgia Pletschke Grace Bvuma Havana Rix Kaashifa Saloojee Kagiso Marishane
"Got to look cute so "It's been a sticky "Don’t let the fear of failure
they forget you don't "Never punish yourself like stop you from trying. If you
know basic Maths." one innit?" I did and sleep instead of never ytroyuycoaun’lsluncecveeerd.k"now
listening when reading in if
English! Cramming Life of
Pi in 2 days is not fun!"

Kayla Donald Lebohang Nare Mbali Mkhwanazi Morgan Hodge Naledi Mpeta
"It was between being
Famous last words: "Sometimes you will alone or become friends
"Nah this won't be never know the value of a with the weird kid. I think
moment until it becomes I made the right choice."
in the exam!"
a memory." - Dr Seuss

Naledi Temo Neo Molekwa Nomathemba Mulaudzi Nonkanyiso Dube Orategang Chokwe
"Maximum effort- "I am grateful to have
Deadpool." been in a school that

made me grow."

Paije Beetge Rachael Weatherhead Siphokazi Soga Tumi Nkuna Victoria Pinetown
"Jesus is King."
"At least I’m funny. ErAinbCsernotu: se "I like that boulder.
They’ll hire funny
That is a nice Boulder."
people, right?" ~ Donkey

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MATRICS MATRIC RESULTS

7 DISTINCTIONS Congratulations to the 2021 Matrics on their outstanding results!
249 Candidates with 432 distinctions and 93.2% achieving success to apply for a

Bachelor’s Degree (Entrance to University Degree Course).
105 learners achieved an average of over 70% or more.

48% of the subjects offered at the school received a subject average over 70%.
THESE ARE THE RESULTS AT THE TIME OF PRINTING. RE-MARKS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

Afonso, Isabella (English Home Language, Coetzee, Megan (Afrikaans First Additional
Language)
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Cortese, Mira (Visual Arts)
Crouse, Erin (Life Orientation, History)
Life Orientation, Business Studies, History) Da Luz, Shandee (Life Orientation)
Anderson, Robyn (English Home Language, Daniels, Danica (Afrikaans First Additional
Language, French Second Additional Language,
Afrikaans First Additional Language, French Mathematics, Life Orientation, Life Sciences,
Physical Sciences)
Second Additional Language, Mathematics, Davies, Tessa (Life Orientation)
De Jong, Jessica (Life Orientation)
Aynaz Dehghan Dehnavi Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences) De Sousa, Milena (Mathematics, Life Orientation,
Baatjes, Jasmine (Life Orientation, Life Sciences) Life Sciences, Music, Physical Sciences)
Barnes, Sandra (English Home Language, Dehghan Dehnavi, Aynaz (English Home
Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Life Mathematics, Life Orientation, Computer
Applications Technology, Life Sciences,
Orientation, History, Life Sciences) Physical Sciences)
Batista, Kutloano Dhladhla, Matema (Mathematical Literacy,
Beetge, Paije (English Home Language, Afrikaans Business Studies)
Dhliwayo, Tembiwe (English Home Language,
First Additional Language, German Second Life Orientation, Business Studies, History,
Life Sciences)
Additional Language, Life Orientation) Dikotla, Lesedi (Life Orientation)
Beneckhe, Kristen (Afrikaans First Additional Dlamini, Thandeka (English Home Language,
Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Dimpho Sefora Language) Mathematics, Life Orientation, History,
Böhmer, Julia (Afrikaans First Additional Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Dlamini, Thandiswa (English Home Language,
Language, German Second Additional Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Mathematics, Life Orientation, Geography,
Mathematics, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Dlokova, Asiphile (History)
Physical Sciences) Donald, Kayla
Bolleurs, Tayla (Afrikaans First Additional Dossa, Amina (Life Orientation, History,
Life Sciences)
Language, Life Orientation, History) Du Toit, Kelly (Mathematics, Life Orientation,
Bopape, Napyadi (Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Du Toit, Skylah (Afrikaans First Additional
Business Studies, History) Language, Life Orientation)
Bothma, Martinique (Afrikaans First Additional Dube, Nonkanyiso (Business Studies, History)
Elhussiny, Tala (Afrikaans First Additional
Kayla Maree Language, Mathematical Literacy) Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation,
Braune, Christa (Afrikaans First Additional Computer Applications Technology, Life Sciences,
Physical Sciences)
Language, German Second Additional Language, Fanna, Meron (Afrikaans First Additional
Language, History, Life Sciences)
Life Orientation)
Brown, Tallis (Life Sciences)
Burgess, Cameron (Life Orientation, History,

Visual Arts)
Bvuma, Nyasha (Life Orientation, History)
Carmichael, Hannah
Castellani, Hannah (Afrikaans First Additional

Maleah Schultz Language, Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences)
Chabalala, Xiluva
Chaisi, Refiloehape (Mathematics, Life

Orientation, Business Studies, Life Sciences,

Physical Sciences)
Chokwe, Orategang
Chowdhury, Nashita (English Home Language,

Afrikaans First Additional Language,

Mathematics, Life Orientation, History,

Nashita Chowdhury Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Christofi, Gabriella

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Robyn Anderson

Fanos, Iman Kodisang, Orapeleng (Afrikaans First Additional Thandeka Dlamini
Fenyane, Tebogo Language, Life Orientation, Accounting, Thandiswa Dlamini
Ferreira, Megan (Afrikaans First Additional Business Studies) Valentina Lohrentz
Language, Life Orientation) Kolisa, Simntumnye (Afrikaans First Additional
Fourie, Jene (Afrikaans First Additional Language, Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, History, Yanila Makhudu
Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences) Zoe Sithole
Visual Arts) Kotnik, Serena (Afrikaans First Additional
Fraser, Cecile (Afrikaans First Additional Language, German Second Additional Language,
Language, Life Orientation, Computer Application Life Orientation, Life Sciences)
Technology, Consumer Studies, Physical Sciences) Krappie, Tshegofatso
Garde, Caitlyn (Life Orientation) Krishnan, Shaamika (Afrikaans First Additional
Gernard, Kelcey (Afrikaans First Additional Language, Life Orientation, Design, Life Sciences)
Language) Labuschagne, Jemma (Afrikaans First Additional
Godfrey, Shannon Language, Life Orientation)
Goldhill, Geena (French Second Additional Laka, Kamogelo (Business Studies)
Language) Lally, Cayla (Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Good, Aimée (Afrikaans First Additional Mathematics, Life Orientation, History,
Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Life Sciences, Physical Sciences) Lebese, Tiisetso
Govender, Saisha (Life Orientation, Legoabe, Kutlwano
Business Studies) Legodi, Naledi
Grobler, Jenna Legong, Alusha (Life Orientation)
Grootboom, Owethu (Afrikaans First Additional Lerefolo, Tshedimoso (Afrikaans First Additional
Language, Life Orientation, History) Language, Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences)
Hansrod, Shenél (Afrikaans First Additional Leshika, Palesa
Languages) Leta, Lethabo
Hauptfleisch, Mia (Mathematical Literacy) Logan, Megan (Afrikaans First Additional
Hlongwane, Nchavelelo (Life Sciences) Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, History,
Hodge, Morgan Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Holliday, Suzanne (English Home Language, Lohrentz, Valentina (English Home Language,
Afrikaans First Additional Language, French Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Second Additional Language, Life Orientation) Mathematics, Life Orientation, Accounting,
Jada, Anathi Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Jardim, Angie Lukoto, Orifha (Life Orientation)
Jhina, Devyani Mabuza, Omphile (Business Studies)
Kang, Eunbin (Life Orientation, Visual Arts) Mafanya, Siyamthanda
Kettle, Jesse (Afrikaans First Additional Language, Maheme, Lisa
Life Orientation) Mahlakoana, Gaobakwe (Life Orientation,
Kgomo, Lesedi (Life Orientation, Business Studies, Business Studies, History, Life Sciences)
History) Mahlangu, Atlegang
Kgotle, Olerato (Afrikaans First Additional Mahlangu, Buhle
Language, Life Orientation) Majika, Lilitha
Khumalo, Faith (Business Studies) Makapan, Bonolo
Kirton, Tiffany (English Home Language, Makhudu, Yanilamorenike (English Home
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Life Orientation, Business Studies, Life Sciences) Mathematics, Life Orientation, History,
Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)

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6 DISTINCTIONS Makobe, Magabyane (Life Orientation) Moleko, Didintle
Makola, Tshegofatso (Life Orientation) Molekwa, Neo
Aimée Good Malaka, Khutso Monene, Orehlogonolofaditse
Cayla Lally Maluleke, Remoneilwe Moremi, Tshegofatso
Danica Daniels Manamela, Oratile Morule, Mantone (Business Studies)
Julia Böhmer Maninjwa, Siyamthanda Moses, Ashley
Kaashifa Saloojee Mankum, Kirah (Life Orientation) Mosiane, Dikeledi (English Home Language,
Maoto, Ditshegofatso (Life Orientation, Design) Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Music)
Maree, Kayla (English Home Language, Afrikaans Motaung, Paballo-Entle
First Additional Language, Mathematics, Mothoa, Neo
Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Music, Mothwa, Dimpho (Mathematical Literacy,
Physical Sciences) Life Orientation)
Marishane, Mampedi (Life Orientation) Mottalini, Alessandra
Marshall, Amy (English Home Language, Life Moyo, Khanyisile
Orientation, History, Visual Arts) Mpeta, Naledi
Masako, Oratilwe Mthombeni, Sithokozile
Mascini, Aelyn Mtintsilana, Vuyani
Masela, Khumo Mtyobo, Salizwa
Mashishi, Thabang Mudau, Masindi (Life Orientation)
Masibilanga, Botshelo Muderhwa, Asifiwe
Masilela, Bongiwe Mukeba, Ntumba
Mathabathe, Reneilwe Mulaudzi, Ziyanela
Mathode, Mukhethwa (Business Studies, History) Mumera, Christine
Mathopa, Tshegofatso Muse, Tshiamo (English Home Language,
Matlou, Koketso (Afrikaans First Additional Mathematics, Life Orientation, Accounting,
Language, Life Orientation, Accounting, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Business Studies) Mutanha, Nyashadzashe
Matsei, Kemokopile Mwanza, Chanda-Nkonde (French Second
Matshidiso, Khumoetsile Additional Language, Life Orientation,
Mawela, Okuhle Life Sciences)
Mazibuko, Nosipho (Life Orientation) Myers, Karah
Mbedzi, Luvhani (History) Mzathu, Unathi
Mchuba, Mvaba Mzizi, Simphiwe
Mdakane, Hope (Life Orientation, Dramatic Arts, Naicker, Thashmika (Design, Visual Arts)
Life Sciences) Naidoo, Nayah
Melass, Dayna (Afrikaans First Additional Naidoo, Shakira
Language) Nare, Lebohang
Meluda, Thandile Naudé, Alicia (Afrikaans First Additional
Mguqulwa, Zenalo (Mathematical Literacy, Language, Life Orientation, Life Sciences)
Life Orientation, History) Nazo, Cwenga (English Home Language,
Miles, Emma (Afrikaans First Additional Afrikaans First Additional Language, French
Language, Life Orientation, Engineering Graphics Second Additional Language, Life Orientation,
and Design) Life Sciences)
Mitchell, Marylyne (Life Orientation) Ndlovu, Leandra
Mkhwanazi, Mbali (Afrikaans First Additional Ngarize, Genevieve (Life Orientation,
Language) Life Sciences)
Mlambo, Alwande Ngcobo, Zamokuhle
Moeti, Tshegofatso (Life Orientation, Nhlapo, Thandiwe
Business Studies) Nicholson, Haley (Mathematical Literacy,
Mogashoa, Meladi (Life Orientation) Life Orientation, History)
Mohapi, Katiso (Business Studies, Life Sciences) Njapha, Inami (Life Sciences)
Mohlala, Thato Nkaletse, Tsholofelo
Mokgokong, Thembisile Nkosi, Nessa
Mokoena, Ntswaki

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Nkumanda, Oyama (Afrikaans First Additional Sehone, Tshegofatso Megan Logan
Language, Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences) Setai, Relebohile Simntu Kolisa
Nkuna, Reitumetse Sgudla, Ntando (Afrikaans First Additional Tala Elhussiny
Nthambeleni, Zwavhudi Language, Life Orientation) Tshiamo Muse
Ntlatlane, Khumisho (Life Orientation, Shoniwa, Rufaro (Life Orientation)
Life Sciences) Sithole, Zoe (English Home Language, Afrikaans
Ntuli, Kutlwano (Life Orientation) First Additional Language, French Second
Nxumalo, Nomthandazo Additional Language, Life Orientation,
Pentz, Leigh-Ann Dramatic Arts, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences)
Peters, Jody Skosana, Thandi
Petersen, Mikah Smit, Nicole (Afrikaans First Additional
Pinetown, Victoria (Afrikaans First Additional Language, Life Orientation)
Language) Smit, Veani (Afrikaans First Additional Language)
Pletschke, Georgia Smith, Jay-Deane
Podile, Karabelo Smith, Kieran (Afrikaans First Additional
Pooe, Onthatile (Business Studies, Life Sciences) Language, Mathematical Literacy)
Prinsloo, Lara (English Home Language, Soga, Siphokazi
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Stemela, Unathi (Life Orientation)
Life Orientation, Life Sciences) Stevens, Michaela (Afrikaans First Additional
Qhomfo, Ayakha Language, Life Orientation)
Queiros, Rozanna (English Home Language, Stiff, Catherine (Life Orientation, Music)
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Taute, Lauren (Life Orientation)
Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences) Temo, Naledi (Life Orientation, History)
Ragbar, Arielle (Mathematical Literacy, Thelingwane, Mmasechaba
Life Orientation, History) Thlotse, Tshepang
Rakometsi, Nyakallo (Life Orientation, Thobejane, Lebone (Sepedi First Additional
Life Sciences) Language, Life Orientation, Business Studies,
Riba, Palesa (Life Orientation, Accounting, History)
Business Studies, History) Timothy, Erin
Rix, Hannah (Life Orientation, Business Studies) Tlale, Masingoaneng (Mathematics, Life
Robinson, Leah Orientation, Accounting, Computer Applications
Roux, Megan (Afrikaans First Additional Technology, Physical Sciences)
Language, Mathematical Literacy) Tlhabadira, Mmakgosi (Business Studies)
Russell, Erin (Life Orientation, Dance Studies) Trollip, Ané-Marie
Rwida, Irmgard (Afrikaans First Additional Tsetsewa, Keitumetse
Language, Life Orientation, History, Life Sciences) Valley, Moonisah (English Home Language,
Rwida, Irmuske (Afrikaans First Additional Afrikaans First Additional Language, Life
Language) Orientation, Business Studies, Life Sciences)
Saah, Sandra (Life Orientation) Van Rensburg, Kezia (English Home Language,
Sabri, Mahtab Afrikaans First Additional Language,
Saloojee, Kaashifa (English Home Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Visual Arts)
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Van Schalkwyk, Danielle (Afrikaans First
Mathematics, Life Orientation, History, Additional Language, Life Orientation, Business
Visual Arts) Studies)
Schultz, Maleah (English Home Language, Van Wetten, Crystal
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Van Zyl, Chané (Afrikaans First Additional
Mathematics, Life Orientation, History, Language)
Life Sciences, Physical Sciences) Wearne, Riley (Mathematical Literacy)
Scott, Jade (Afrikaans First Additional Language, Weatherhead, Rachael (Life Orientation, Design)
Life Orientation, Business Studies) Weaver, Hannah (English Home Language,
Sebothoma, Rethabile Life Orientation, Business Studies)
Sefora, Reneilwe (English Home Language, Weiss, Jocelyn (Afrikaans First Additional
Afrikaans First Additional Language, Language, Life Sciences)
Mathematics, Life Orientation, Accounting, Wilson, Isabella (Life Orientation, History)
Life Sciences, Physical Sciences) Yebe, Mihlali (History)

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MATRICS' FINAL ASSEMBLY & BREAKFAST

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MATRICS' FINAL EXAMS

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Houses

AITKEN

GRADE 11

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

GRADE 10

Absent: Uthandile Nkosi
First Row (L-R): E van Niekerk, Alexis Rauff, Alicia Mntungwa
Second Row (L-R): Amé Janse van Rensburg, Andani Mukhathi, Angela Mahlangu, Ashleigh Lingenfelder, Asma Ebrahim,
Basetsana Sibenya, Boikobo Matras, Bowdene Pillay, Caitlin Smit, Shay Steyn
Third Row (L-R): Courtney Kapnias, Daniella Bolleurs, Danita Naicker, Diya Rama, Eshiozeme Abache, Janice Jooste,
Leensa Keterew, Lesego Nzimande, Lindokuhle Shabalala, Nyakalo Xaba
Fourth Row (L-R): Onalenna Ramokgadi, Onkatlile Lakalakala, Onthatile Ndhlovu, Ponatshego Mothibe, Sasha-Leigh Wiggill,
Thadolwethu Nawe, Wongani Chamdimba, Xihluke Sithole, Yolanda Makhubela, Zoë Hawker

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): E Madiba, Amahle Dladla, Anat Abdulkareem, Angel Mthenjane, Ayanda Mashalaba, Calea Gersbach, Grace
Kalumwaga, Itebogeng Mokgabudi, Jane Hunzwi, Jenny MacDonald
Second Row (L-R): , Jyssica Davies, Kelly Lingenfelder, Khensani Malatji, Leilah Mazibuko, Lwazi Monareng, Mariam Aremu,
Mbali Yasipha Sishuba, Mikailah Evangelou, Motheo Sebola, Natasha Chibuye
Third Row (L-R): Omphemetse Nonyana, Onkopotse Maloka, Opal Lutwama, Relebogile Dikgale, Retha Mokgalaka,
Tammy van der Merwe, Tanya Mungofa, Taylor Brikkels, Thokozile Ncube, Trinity Kruger

GRADE 8

Absent: Andzani Makhubela, Erin Prinsloo, Lethabo Kotsokoane, Thato Modiba
First Row (L-R): D Dugmore, Amahle Dube, Amaka Nwoffiah, Aobakwe Mothibe, Claudia Markgraaf, Courtney Gauld,
Helen Yenga
Second Row (L-R): Isabelle Kasonga, Jemma Stevens, Jody Ngobeni, Kaylane Basse, Kgaiso Thema, Lee Nelson, Lindsay Hoker,
Maxine McNamara, Ofentse Molusi, Palesa Broro
Third Row (L-R): Reabetswe Mabulana, Reatlegile Venter, Siphokazi Mathibela, Sisipho Madhlophe, Surprise Risenga,
Aze Wei Lee, Thapelo Seanego, Warona Pitse, Yolisa Mzizi, Zandile Nthane

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Houses

ATHLONE

GRADE 11

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

GRADE 10

Absent: Anjenike Kriek, Isabella Noble
First Row (L-R): M Buchel
Second Row (L-R): Amu Dlamini, Anassi Holmes, Cay-Lynne Siepman, Daniela Bernardo, Erica Ramano, Jaylon Fernhold,
Jenna Pastor, Jetonia Lottering, Kgali Ringane, Kganya Nchabeleng
Third Row (L-R): Khanyisile Masanabo, Lidokuhle Mokone, Mahlaklo Nkoana, Makgotso Masemola, Michelle Jaramba,
Mihlali Geza, Mphoentle Mabena, Nqobile Gamede, Oratile Metseeme, Paballo Thobejane
Fourth Row (L-R): Pheladi Kgasago, Rearabetswe Leola, Reitumetse Monareng, Tiffany Naidoo, Tshiamo Legoase,
Vaibhav Maharaj, Vhutshilo Makhomu, Xena Abrahams, Yolande Watts, Zelda Mavengere

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): E Rossouw
Second Row (L-R): Abulele Maqalekane, Aimee Akom, Baatile Bopape, Buhle Mngomezulu, Caitlynn Ravell,
Constance Kamuriwo, Dharini Naicker, Divine Mary Eyamba, Florence Chikane, Hannah Lamberton
Third Row (L-R): Jocelyn Greer, Jordyn de Beer, Jorja Meyer, Keira Winter, Kganya Mphahlele, Kungentando Nzuza,
Lerato Morema, Lethabo Modimogale, Lwazi Kwatsha, Michelle Humbani
Fourth Row (L-R): Onthatile Mokoele, Oreloketse Lebese, Peggy Monama, Phetho Nkadimeng, Photsho Mankge,
Raph Demetriades, Siphesihle Malimela, Tsebo Setati, Tshimologo Mopgapa, Tyana Abrahams

GRADE 8

Absent: Ninamari Kriek
First Row (L-R): L Smit, Abigail de Bruyn, Andiswa Qawu, Andiswa Radebe, Boipelo Lekoma, Brooklynn Horn, Darina Muzungu,
Dineo Moyo, Eleni Legass, Isabella von Schaeffer
Second Row (L-R): Jiaxin Lin, Kayin Miles, Keorapetse Laka, Khumo Kgapola, Lalitha Bell, Leago Nhlane, Lebo Seoka,
Matshama Tloubatla, Morgan Parton, Muvhumbi Dzivhani
Third Row (L-R): Ndzalama Ngobeni, Nhlamulo Nkwashu, Nthato Mathebula, Raphaelia Sdralis, Rhehanyo Shilaluke,
Tabitha Ncube, Tapiwa Manda, Thuto Banyatsang, Tsaona Legobye, Unako Gayiya

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BUXTON

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): H Potgieter, Anathi Nyangintsimbi, Bokang Hlatshwayo, Buhle Mvembe, Carina Camacho Abreu,
Carryn Louw, Chloë van der Walt, Demira Govender, Emerson Villanueva-Hay
Second Row (L-R): Katlego Modipane, Keletso Sephiri, Khensani Maringa, Kirsten Moorhouse, Leago Mashikinya,
Mahadio Tlaka, Masechaba Sebata, Mika Benami, Ofentse Lebele, Omphile Mahlatse
Third Row (L-R): Paballo Mohlala, Sibahle Skosana, Tabitha Kiabilua, Tamlynn Morgan, Tamzin Fat, Tathum Augus,
Thebolaka Madihlaba, Tiana Grobler, Tshiamo Molefe, Zintle Ntongana

GRADE 10

Absent: Kay-Leigh Demas, Tshepang Molefe
First Row (L-R): M Ellis, Ayanda Mtshotshisa, Christien Steenekamp, Elam Nkonzo, Elizabeth Sdralis, Eugene James,
Itumeleng Sekgobela, Jeadie Cilliers, Jean-Lynn Schubart, Jennevive Milonga
Second Row (L-R): Katlego Motecwane, Keagile Lepule, Kega Mokoka, Kganya Ramara, Khumo Magoro, Kitana Pillay,
Lesedi Adams, Madison Ferula, Makayla Gaylard, Mandisa Mabena
Third Row (L-R): Natalie Besigye, Reatlegile Matjila, Reitumetse Maunye, Tamryn Roos, Tendai Chauke, Thuto Mokoena,
Tlotlego Maragele, Tshiamo Makhafola, Unathi Khambule, Yerin Oh

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GRADE 9

Absent: Noluthando Dhlamini
First Row (L-R): E van Zyl, L Human, Aqhama Grootboom, Basetsana Tshabangu, Boitumelo Kataka, Bontle Kolisa,
Botho Lebese, Caitlyne Louw, Donique Denation, Emma Currin
Second Row (L-R): Gabi Stielau, Haki Sebina, Hanna Breebaart, Kayleen Weyer, Kganya Maki Sithole, Khenso Sithole,
Khosi Madihlaba, Khumo Gama, Krisha Bhoola, Kutlwano Mashilo
Third Row (L-R): Loren Herwell, Mary Anne Naudé, Mia Pretorius, Ndamulelo Matodzi, Noiya Benami, Nonjabulo Mokoena,
Pheladi Bopape, Renda Mashau, Setso Lekoma, Skye Oelofse

GRADE 8

Absent: Carla Jones, Tasneem Abdool
First Row (L-R): J Esterhuizen, Adena Wernecke, Arehone Tshishonga, Boikanyo Sebina, Buyisile Kganane, Carmen-Che Ross,
Ceejay Groenewald, Cherel Nyundu, Hannah Kirk-Coughlan
Second Row (L-R): Ishimwe Edita, Katlego Mmotong, Keloagile Legoabe, Khensani Khukhama, Khutso Ntlatleng, Kitso Ramara,
Lilitha Mnisi, Meghan Short, Nomthandazo Nombula, Ntsako Zubane
Third Row (L-R): Olwethu Sidomela, Onthatile Ramokone, Phenyo Ntsoane, Phetho Mokoo, Reitumetse Kekana,
Rethabile Makobe, Sarah Campbell, Thato Tema, Tiana Mapalweni, Yuxuan Chen

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CLARENDON

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): L van Heerden, Aayesha Hameed, Amber Kahumuza, Ashley Alimohammadi, Ayanda Mashilo,
Christina Rapanos, Diketso Vukela, Dylan Bosch, Emihle Mboyana
Second Row (L-R): Emma Vorster, Jenna Joseph, Jessica Innes, Kenisha Muzangwa, Keyabu Sakata, Klasien Havenga,
Kumiko van der Spuy, Malaika Miteo, Mosetsanagape Motau, Motheo Molefe
Third Row (L-R): Motshewa Madiga, Mpho Sithole, Ngwedi Moshidi, Nkateko Ntlhabyane, Omolemo Maimela, Ruva Chinamore,
Sammie Gwebu, Teagan Smit, Tumi Sesoko, Valerie Wanders

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): J Mangena, I le Roux
Second Row (L-R): Alexandra Wohlfahrt, Asante Chitepo, Bonolo Makhalemele, Bontle Leswifi, Caela Gomwe, Cailin Muller,
Gemma Watkins, Jami van Deventer, Jamila Adebesin, Joandrea Cloete
Third Row (L-R): Kai Juterbock, Karabo Matshedi, Keoratile Maredi, Krista Sebela, Leago Sekudu, Lethabo Magopa,
Maleshane Mabe, Michele Kotze, Nichola Peters, Nonkululeko Skhosana
Fourth Row (L-R): Ntando Mini, Owami Kumalo, Palisa Msomi, Pheladi Petje, Precious Lebese, Rethabile Ramogale,
Siobhan Lane, Sithandiwe Nkosi, Sthandiwe Mawela, Tokelo Letlape

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GRADE 9

Absent: Kayla de Wet
First Row (L-R): C Kolbe-Rossouw, Aalimah Ganyane, Aleah Rädel, Amy Zondagh, Bokang Ramalebana, Bontle Somo,
Cailyn Jordaan, Chelsy Shangazhike, Chloë Eva
Second Row (L-R): Daniva Harold, Duduetsang Maleka, 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

GRADE 8

Absent: Kabelo Mohlala
First Row (L-R): Y Jackson, A Langtree
Second Row (L-R): Amukelani Thwala, Ashley Paxinos, Basetsana Kanyane, Blessing Miguel, Charice Barnes, Deo-Delices Tanko,
Emilia Miteo, Jamie-Lee Smith, Kamogelo Thabethe
Third Row (L-R): Kayle Moses, Keira Kennealy, Keneilwe Tshoke, Khutso Sekhukhune, Matlhogonolo Mokonyane, Minsun Kim,
Naledi Adams, Nomsa Masilela, Olebogeng Maleka, Oratile Noko
Fourth Row (L-R): Owe Kuseni, Phiwe Mateyisi, Saron Shegro, Seipelo Matthews, Shandukani Mamogobo, Tasmia Ismail,
Thato Chokwe, Vallery Makofane, Zandile Mahlangu, Zizipho Kwinana

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CONNAUGHT

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): N Munyai, Ashley Muonde, Ayanda Tshabalala, Buhlobo Kewana, Carla van Graaf, Carly Madiba,
Chané Olivier, Chanté Fourie, Kami Molebatsi
Second Row (L-R): Kareena Jivan, Kgabo Senanya, Khanyi Mbatha, Kiana de Sousa, Lexie Schoeman, Lily Tsaku,
Linda Swalivha, Lisakhanya Skosana, Mackenzie Rimmel, Michaela Wade
Third Row (L-R): Okuhle Mjadu, Omolemo Lebitsa, Paige Carter, Palesa Ntho, Rea Motaung, Roxanne van der Lith,
Singi Dlamini, Sisonke Mashigo, Vukona Mukansi, Vumokuhle Makhetha

GRADE 10

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

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GRADE 9

Absent: Honey Proudfoot, Saadiya Daya
First Row (L-R): M Russell, Aliya Cassim, Anisa Mayola, Boitumelo Mofokeng, Gabriella Jacobs, Gally Mashishi,
Hatikvah Manda, Hlonny Makwela
Second Row (L-R): Jaylyn Nation, Kamva Pani, Katlego Mashabela, Khanimamba Chabalala, Khutso Moloisane,
Lauren Whitehead, Leah Malan, Lesa Mwale, Lesedi Mathebula, Margaret Khosa
Third Row (L-R): Ninke Claassen, Omphile Maeko, Onie Douglas, Phitlhe Nkwana, Rebaone Khame, Rhea Ragoonaden,
Savannah de Gouveia, Sostina Sithole, Thato Ramashilabele, Ugochi Okeiyi

GRADE 8

Absent: Kaylee Ferreira, Lana Jabr, Layla Kirton
First Row (L-R): B Bosua, Ano Chiroba, Ashiyana Krishnan, Azize Njoko, Bonolo Mphaki, Caylin McLeod, Karalo Madiseng,
Kekaone Mabe
Second Row (L-R): Kgantsho Serote, Kierstan Smith, Kristen Kermis, Lebogang Taunyane, Melin Madwedere, Minh Chau Tran,
My Anh Hoang, Nadia Osei, Ndele Swalivha, Nichola Els
Third Row (L-R): Nomandla Mhlanga, Oratile Makunyane, Phenyo Lekalakala, Rhandzu Silawu, Sime Qobo, Sofie de Villiers,
Tina Maphoto, Tyra Choga, Warona Manoko, Zeta Adams

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DUNCAN

GRADE 11

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

GRADE 10

Absent: Rachel Stewart
First Row (L-R): A Campbell-Atkins, M du Plessis, Abby-Lee Steyn
Second Row (L-R): Alyssa Sequeira, Amogelang Maphosa, Arefa Letsholo, Buhle Sindani, Caitlyn Martin, Genique Preller,
Geraldine Mallett, Gudani Muthelo, Hamira Moukoueke-Mandossi, Ipeleng Manyama
Third Row (L-R): Itumeleng Malope, Jessica de Wit, Karla von Brandis-Martini, Kele Madue, Khumo Mosupye, Kuhle Akpalu,
Lerato Phahlane, Lunenceba Ngalwana, Maya Deng, Mpho Swelempi
Fourth Row (L-R): Naledi Mokobaki, Nomento Nkwana, Onarona Makgabo, Paris Mehlape, Relebohile Motaung, Sino Skonje,
Thamzyn Manus, Thulaganyo Modise, Vuyisile Khota, Zeniyole Tyantsi

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GRADE 9

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

GRADE 8

Absent: Oarabile Ramaboea
First Row (L-R): M Gouws, Alicia-Lee Evans, Amahle Sakube, Avuyile Ngoma, Cailyn le Roux, Daniella Cannata,
Didintle Mogale, Gabriella von Schaeffer, Kate Bravo Fell, Konani Demana
Second Row (L-R): Malapa Kola, Mikah Coetzee, Mukundi Netshitungulwana, Mutshidzi Malumedzha, Ndzalo Nkuna,
Nicola Pienaar, Nicola van Wyk, Nomfundo Mnguni, Pemelo Nkoane, Pontsho Motsoari
Third Row (L-R): Precious Musonda, Rabelani Mudau, Rhea Jophy, Robyn Florence, Sharmaine Machalo, Thandi Phuti,
Thendo Makwarela, Tshimangadzo Matshili, Vutomi Nghenavo, Zintle Mafilika

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GLADSTONE

GRADE 11

Absent: Elona Anandlal, Gulce Aksoy, Kirsten Hodge
First Row (L-R): G Dreyer, Avuyisiwe Sigonya, Elna-Grace Lushamba, Erin Davies, Hannah Venter, Heather Hugo,
Inaminkosi Mayekiso
Second Row (L-R): Jasmyn Mokwele, Kayleigh Tucker-Pampara, Kego Kau, Kiyasha Pillay, Laura Dube, Leago Malokane,
Lesego Modiba, Lilitha Gwam, Lilo Böttcher, Maimuna Fatajo
Third Row (L-R): Mbasa Tilayi, Nhlamolo Leshilo, NIxanne Niyirema, Ramo Makama, Relebogile Baloyi, Thato Poyiya,
Tirhani Maswanganyi, Tsholanang Motshabi, Victoria Santos, Zama Nkwanyana

GRADE 10

Absent: Kayla Esterhuizen
First Row (L-R): P Sithole
Second Row (L-R): Amia Fourie, Arin Sithole, Boitumelo Manyaapelo, Cameron Prinsloo, Davidzo Malapile, Kagiso Madiba,
Karabo Ramoshu, Kayla Greyling, Kearabetswe Mamatela, Kopanang Dinala
Third Row (L-R): Lethabo Matabane, Mohapi Khotsa, Nhi Pham, Nini Letsoalo, Nivika Cupido, Oagile Mosebi,
Palesa Motsemme, Philipa Oosthuizen, Reamogetsoe Mokati, Refilwe Phala
Fourth Row (L-R): Retang Nkwana, Rumbidzai Mutero, Shanna Brown, Simone Dias, Sinethemba Tonise, Tebatso Maila,
Tegan du Toit, Thembelihle Zikalala, Tlou Ramotshela, Yoliswa Ngcobo

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GRADE 9

Absent: Juliana Botomamou, Kelly Nagle, Nina Deysel
First Row (L-R): A Maré, Amahle Dubase, Anastasia Niescior, Azanda Nkwanyana, Casey-Lee Prinsloo, Dakota Hough,
Daniella Lushamba
Second Row (L-R): Gabriella Victor, Ilse Kok, Iviwe Mabandla, Jade de Villiers, Jade Marais, Jenna James, Katelyn McKay,
Keilantra Tobias, Kendra Maree, Keorapetse Shibambo
Third Row (L-R): Kgolagano Molekwa, Mathildah Nekhalale, Mpho Sempe, Naledi Mdingi, Nephi Rakotomahafaly,
Nina van Rheede, Nolindo Mtsweni, Relebogile Moshokoa, Xiaoyan Lin, Zahra Carim

GRADE 8

Absent: Calia Nel, Darcey Brown, Gabriella Halvorsen, Megan Anandlal, Smilla Krede
First Row (L-R): A Mjadu, Abigail Oberholzer, Alizwa Sapula, Amanda Ngcobo, Boitumelo Mosima, Eden Anthony, Esther Aina
Second Row (L-R): Etha Sibiya, Keolebogile Sebelebele, Kgalalelo Mafalo, Leanne Mnisi, Lirieka van der Walt, Makanaka Mgazi,
Mpho Matolweni, Nicole Aspeling, Nolwazi Msweli, Nombulelo Mbatha
Third Row (L-R): Praise Mukendi, Samantha Apeh Kenneth, Sandra Alutenkeu, Sbongile Musi, Sihle Nkosi, Stanishe Verveen,
Tshego Mabula, Vanessa Vivian, Xihluke Maluleke, Yibanathi Ludaka

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MCWILLIAM

GRADE 11

First Row (L-R): M Oertel, Aisha Mohamad al Mahdi, Bonolo Sehume, Ciéra Pietersen, Erin Mokone, Gaby Lobo,
Iphendulwe Buthelezi, Itohan Zulu, Juin van Graan
Second Row (L-R): Kady Julies, Kemo Modimogale, Koketso Nkadimeng, Luca Bailey, 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

GRADE 10

Absent: Charnan Beyers
First Row (L-R): C Robbertse
Second Row (L-R): Aisha Folaranmi, Amber Olsen, Amogelang Moroke, Amy Clark, Boingotlo Nku, Botshelo Dau,
Botshelo Maila, Caitlin Scotney, Dimpho Motiang, Ezethu Qekema
Third Row (L-R): Gogontle Mboane, Hannah Rabie, Heather Ten Krooden, Kayleigh van Gylswyk, Keabetswe Masupye,
Kholofelo Seroka, Lindokuhle Ngubeni, Megan Pabst, Meghan Olivier, Michelle More
Fourth Row (L-R): Ntakuseni Phaswana, Omphile Motloung, Othatile Motadi, Raquel Guimarães, Sarah Madakadze,
Shamiso Gandaganda, Teegan Saunders, Temique Myers, Temosho Mapheto, Vaylin du Toit

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GRADE 9

Absent: Tammy Human
First Row (L-R): H Wright, Angelika Stelzer, Danique Creighton, Davina Pillay, Errita Dube, Gabby Angyalossy, Gracia Landu,
Hayley Stanton
Second Row (L-R): Jaden Roos, Jordan Deerling, Kutloana Morige, Lina Mzileni, McKennah Rolfe, Mfihlo Mbatha,
Mulan Perring, Nakeisha Mashiale, Nthati Petja, Omphemetse Ledwaba
Third Row (L-R): Precious Oyeneyin, Queran Marupen, Reobakile Mabuela, Sage Pitchers, Samantha Bloem, Semefa Asem,
Sibahle Butelezi, Suku Tshabalala, Thato Makubo, Tlari Leshaba

GRADE 8

Absent: Jemma Haigh, Lumka Moloi, Yemisi Lebopo
First Row (L-R): C Koster, Amantle Ramodibe, Amber Letcher, Chloe Simelane, Emma Stiff, Fehintola Alaga, Fiona Neilson,
Gayatri Gupta
Second Row (L-R): Jade van Huyssteen, Jocelyn Hendon, Katerina Milenov, Keira Hezlett, Kwathi-Tha Mgquba,
Lethokuhle Makhathini, Luhle Mahlangu, McKenna Macleod, Mokgadi Maake, Naomi Osawe
Third Row (L-R): Ntando Twala, Nyasha Musanhu, Orefile Sebesho, Oyama Lukhozi, Rea Poile, Sunshine Nkosi,
Tamarin Theyser, Thu Nguyen, Vhugalahawe Mnyayi, Wamashudu Tshililo

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SELBORNE

GRADE 11

Absent: Dineo Phahlane, Tazlyn Diamond
First Row (L-R): A van der Merwe, J van Kraayenburg, Buhle Mthimunye, Chelsea Naiker, Chenoa Badenhorst, Eliel Kaninda,
Faith Ozobu, Hawa Kabwe
Second Row (L-R): Joelene Nel, Jorja Fernie, Kamvaletu Lobese, Keabetswe Malobola, Keneiloe Malete, Khwezi Madlala,
Masego Nkadimeng, Micara May, Muaheeda Makola, Naledi Letwaba
Third Row (L-R): Natalie Stoffels, Neesha Attfield, Nkhensani Xaba, Nondumiso Nkosi, Onthatile Buthelezi, Rayna Ramrabbie,
Rebecca-Ruth Pullen, Rosel Tembon, Tlaka Mahlodi, Zimele Nhlangothi

GRADE 10

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

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GRADE 9

First Row (L-R): S Klopper, Abigael Nyangezi, Boka Lekota, Bongie Ngamlana, Dalenay Jamal, Davida Mukadi Tshibola,
Dimpho Setshedi, Grace Tonking, Isabella Joâo-Palm, Kay-Line Power
Second Row (L-R): Kelcey Simpson, Kelly Wagener, Khabi Matshidiso, Kiana Rivers, Letago Legodi, Masana Maluleke,
Mohini Singh, Nakhan Xinindlu, Neha Mathabhik, Nqobile Maphumulo
Third Row (L-R): Ole Makuroane, Orearabile Mohlamonyane, Rebaona Mabalane, Sedi Mkhize, Sphelele Mnguni,
Tamira Naicker, Thotho Sibiya, Tolulope Essien, Tyra Mgudlwa, Yiting Gao

GRADE 8

Absent: Kashmira Joshi, Kiara Mathabhik, Khanyi Ndlovu
First Row (L-R): A van Heerden, Bahati Zirhumana, Chenique Mahlangu, Gianna Oladimeji, Harushni Naicker, Juliana Niescior,
Kamogelo Makgoba, Karen Claassen, Kate Oosthuizen
Second Row (L-R): Kayla Badenhorst-Van Wyk, Lea Koumoutsaris, Matimu Nkuna, Megan Pienaar, Megan Stockbridge,
Molebogeng Mmapulane, Monic Dias Goncalves, Morongwa Masogo, Mukundi Mashamba, Nyeleti Khoza
Third Row (L-R): Oratile Buthelezi, Precious Kaninda, Renae Mmbara, Rofhiwa Booysen, Sinenhlanhla Nkolele, Temitayo Ajayi,
Umanyano-Lukhanyo Gaulana, Unarine Mufamadi, Vuthlarhi Nghenavo, Zchane Prins

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VAN ZYL

GRADE 11

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

GRADE 10

First Row (L-R): S Pike, Amogelang Mashego, Ashlin Denation, Basetsana Monnapula
Second Row (L-R): Carol Tafeni, Chantel Khoarai, Hannah Campbell, Jordan-Lee Nogcantsi, Juliette le Roux, Kay-Cee Schoeman,
Keora Mathole, Khanyisa Nyalungu, Kimaya Hurrichand, Maeme Nkgabutle
Third Row (L-R): Maemu Siavhe, Maia Loots, Masindi Mavhungu, Masinsi Mulaudzi, Michaela Chama, Mishka Maganbeharie,
Motlagomang Malhare, Néshaan Noah, Nicole Azevedo, Onalenna Khutoane
Fourth Row (L-R): Paballo Rakgalakane, Perla Lobo Tabora, Saskia Laubscher, Siwe Macozoma, Sophia Maderthaner,
Tetelo Kekana, Thato Makweya, Thelma Rateiwa, Victoria Fagas, Wiza Phiri

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GRADE 9

Absent: Boitshoko Mashaba, Cameron Reid, Hayley Larsen, Kemoneilwe Mukhari
First Row (L-R): C Rautenbach, Alisia Balanco, Amile Mlungwana, Andani Mahwasane, Bray Stokes, Cristin Arendse,
Danté Murray, Erin Prins
Second Row (L-R): Eulalia Couto, Faith Tshimpaka, Gugu Mkhebe, Hlayisanani Masungini, Husna de Gama, Jessie Hodge,
Kendra Garde, Lesedi Ramushu, Lethabo Mabolawa, Lindokuhle Mdlalose
Third Row (L-R): Livvy Dillon, Malebo Makhananisa, Muanza Ravhudzulo, Oratilwe Komoreng, Otlotleng Mahupela,
Teagan Hawkes, Thando Dhlamini, Thembekile Vundla, Tumelo Thalakgale, Yana da Silva

GRADE 8

Absent: Jin-Maeko Martin, Nandi Bulunga
First Row (L-R): L Brits, Amahle Ndlangisa, Amber Higgins, Aphiwe Sinidikolo, Avu Macozoma, Brilliant Maleka, Claire Kourie,
Hannah Burrow, Iva Papu
Second Row (L-R): Jasmine Coleman, Kgabane Mampye, Kganya Kgolagano Sithole, Kgatelopele Mogakane, Kisha Leche,
Mbalenhle Nkosi, Michalea Louw, Moteniola Adeyemo, Mukhethwa Mbedzi, Ontlametse Mabe
Third Row (L-R): Orateng Nameng, Owami Mncwango-Tadera, Prital Joshi, Rirhandzu Mdhluli, Samantha Kgonyane,
Talita Dube, Tatiana Gama, Tengeneza Muderhwa, Tshwanelo Sherende, Tyler Brooks

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HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS

Athlone 304
Van Zyl 260
McWilliam 242
Buxton 230
Duncan 228
Gladstone 224
Selborne 220
Clarendon 208
Aitken 202
Connaught 142

Congratulations

R Mackenzie (Head of Athlone)
Ntando Sgudla (Head of House)

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INTER-HOUSE QUIZ

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HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS

2021! A year of continuous growth for Aitken. to be me and run with it. Thank you. To Mr Snyman, thank
It began at the Grade 8 Camp where Alwande you for being the best Form Teacher, as well as a pillar of
and I had to come up with new and exciting strength for our class. Your good heart and pureness never
ways to welcome the newbies into Aitken. If it went unnoticed. To all the amazing teachers who form a
had been a normal year, our task would’ve been part of Aitken, thank you for the cooperation and love you
simple. We would’ve shown our faces and they showed Alwande and me this year.
would’ve felt at home already because of our smiles! But, To my Aitken girls: I love you.
unfortunately we had to follow strict Covid-19 regulations
and keep that mask on! Tshedimoso Lerefolo
I will forever cherish the role that was given to me by my Head of Aitken
fellow peers. The spirit Grade 12 Aitken possessed and
the support they showed? Priceless. The teamwork Aitken M Olivier Tshedimoso Lerefolo Alwande Mlambo
put in to making sure we come out ON TOP this year was Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
top tier! From the collection of bottle tops to showing off
our general knowledge (second in the General Knowledge
Quiz!) showed me just how much of a WINNING house we
are.
To Ms Olivier, my love for you is one I can’t begin to
express. You were there for me on days where I couldn’t be
there for myself. You were a leader’s leader. You allowed me

Excellence runs in our blood! Our confidence Leading this House has been such an honour and something
is unmatched. A confidence that everyone can I have wanted to do since the day I got to understand the
see from miles away. One thing Athlone will House. It wouldn't have been so amazing without my
do is believe in ourselves. I have enjoyed every Deputy Head, Olerato Kgotle, she has been my rock
minute of it! throughout this year, as well as our Teacher Head of House.
As disappointed as we were that we would have to Mrs Mackenzie. An honorable mention to all the "Form
do online House assemblies, when given the opportunity Moms", who held down the fort with their classes this year.
to have outside assemblies, we made the most of our time The most special mention to my Matric class, my sisters, my
together! From the Grade 8s to the matrics, every single family, I will miss our "Athlone Family Time". I wish all of
Athlone Warrior cheered their lungs out! Everyone in you the best of luck with your futures! Continue to be the
the school knows that our House is number one in terms winners that you are! WE DID IT!!!
of spirit and house pride. From the beginning, the older
grades always instilled in us a sense of belief: belief of self Ntando Sgudla
as an individual and belief in Athlone as a collective. This Head of Athlone
really helped us when dealing with losses as we were able to
encourage each other to keep going. R Mackenzie Ntando Sgudla Olerato Kgotle
Our Grade 8s did not disappoint this year. They were able to Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
adjust to the culture of the House very quickly. Athlone had
a few challenges with consistency in collecting bottle tops
but we did our best and we were very satisfied with that.
During the General Knowledge Quiz, our girls came
together and used their beautiful brains to bag us a spot in
the top 3. In true Athlone spirit, we won the Inter-house
Hockey this year. Even though we did not have the
Inter-house Athletics or Gala this year, we made the most
with what we were given and took the Clephan Shield
AGAIN!

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During the course of the year, Buxton has able to cheer during House assemblies and
gone through an eventful change just as any teaching the Grade 8s the Buxton way.
other house at Girls' High. There has been an
improvement compared to the previous years. Even though we missed out on so much, I
Just like every other year, Buxton has competed am still grateful to have been Head of House
with all its might to succeed and this time mainly and I am so thankful to my friend and
for a good cause. Thanks to the kindness of the Deputy Head of House, Megan Logan. She
BUXTONERS, we made an impact on other people's lives always did all her duties with excitement
and I believe that that's the very beginning of our legacy, and eagerness. I would also like to thank Emerson Villanueva-Hay
helping others and one another in everything we participate the Buxton teachers, Mrs Esterhuizen, In Memoriam
in. As a house that has been identified as underdogs, we
have experienced downfalls but despite the downfalls we Ms Human, Ms Ellis, Ms Potgieter,
have undoubtedly scored an exeptional second position in Ms Langtree, Mrs Barratt and Mrs Albertyn. Without their
the first term and sixth place in the second term for the advice and support, Megan and I would have not been able
collection of bottle tops that contributed towards a to succeed the way we did. To all my fellow Buxtoners I
wheelchair. wish you all the best for the upcoming years and continue to
As the Head of House, the Grade 8 Orientation Camp strive for excellence.
was so memorable and made me feel nostalgic. I wanted
the Grade 8s to have a similar experience to our Grade 8 Kara Podile
Orientation despite having to follow Covid-19 regulations Head of Buxton
and still get used to the new normal. One thing that I was so
sad not to have was our annual Galas as every year Buxton J Barratt Kara Podile Megan Logan
showed more passion in to trying to win the Spirit Cup. Head of House Deputy Head of House
Despite all, we managed to show our positivity and spirit Head of House
throughout the year. The whole House missed out on
experiencing the happiness and the thrill of cheering our
House on as members of our House participted in various
House events. What makes me even more sad is not being

2021 has been an interesting year to say the medals this year for swimming, netball, softball, saxophone,
least. Sticking to our high morals, Clarendon dancing, piano and pottery!
did what we do best- we gave it our all and Throughout the year, Clarendon has been enthusiastically
made the most of every opportunity that came collecting bottle tops and at the end of Term 1, we came
our way. 2nd! Clarendon showed that we all have hearts of gold as we
The year started off with the excited Grade 8s at collected pads, jerseys and other winter clothes for those less
orientation. Our 32 new girls started the year off with lots fortunate and food items for the PA care packages.
of energy and high spirits and eager to meet the girls that The best bits were definitely the moments spent with our
would become their sisters. Next, we had our first House friends in Form Class and Clarendon made us proud with
assembly. Chabi in Grade 12 kicked it off with some great all the hard work and love our girls put into everything we
words of wisdom and motivation. The Grade 8s met their did. Being a part of Clarendon has been amazing and I will
matrics and we did some cheers to celebrate finally being hold each moment close to my heart.
back with our house. Our second House assembly was a very
lively talent show. The winner of the talent show was Zandile Zoe Sithole
in Grade 8 who won over our hearts with her beautiful Head of Clarendon
singing! Our 3rd and 4th House assembly passed with just as
much fun and laugher and cheers whenever possible. L van Heerden Zoe Sithole Hannah Castellani
Another House event that everyone took part in was Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
the General Knowledge Quiz. Keagile Tlhabanelo, Amy
Zondagh, Lethabo Magopa and Jade Scott are the Clarendon
smartie-pants who made it to the final round of the General
Knowledge Quiz. Clarendon is filled with super talented
young ladies this year, like Ntando Mini in Grade 10, who
made it into first team netball and attended the Gauteng
netball trials and Alimah Ganyane in Grade 9 who received

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As Head of House for Connaught in 2021, I The Inter-house General Knowledge Quiz was held on 1
was blessed with a rare and precious September. Our participants were Mackenzie Rimmell and
opportunity of working with my mother, Mrs Kiana de Sousa in Grade 11 and Leah Malan and Ugochi
Russell, who is the staff Head of House for Okeiyi in Grade 9. Our girls did a fantastic job, grabbing
Connaught. One of the greatest privileges for first place! In the Heritage Day flag competition, Grade 10
me was being able to plan house assemblies and Connaught was the winning class.
discuss any other house-related issues whenever we wanted Connaught is more than a House, it is a home to the True
to. Blue sisterhood. We have an incredible spirit and when we
Due to Covid-19 we really lost out on a lot of the cheer, we become one!
Inter-house activities that we were so looking forward to.
However, what made this year really memorable, was the Erin Russell
fact that we were the first matric group to run our House Head of Connaught
assemblies online.
Along with Cwenga Nazo, our Deputy Head of House, we M Russell Erin Russell Cwenga Nazo
took this challenge head on and produced some spectacular Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
and highly entertaining assemblies. Learners from all the
grades joined in and provided us with material that ranged
from musical talents to public speaking.
Apart from this, the year took off with a bang, when we
started with the Grade 8 Camp. The girls were initially shy
and it was challenging to get them going, as we could not do
any fun activities that involved physical contact.
Nevertheless, the Grade 8 Connaught girls did connect and
grew in confidence together. The Grade 8 Camp was a great
way for the learners to meet each other.

This year was definitely not what was expected All the thanks goes to Mrs Saunders and Mrs Gouws for
due to Covid-19. So much was taken from us their support and encouragement throughout the year and
and so many memories were not made. There all the Duncan girls for having spirit throughout and
was no Inter-house Athletics, Inter-house ensuring that, truly, spirit lives here.
Swimming, matric entrances or the last matric
run. Dimpho Sefora
But not all was lost. Amidst the chaos that came with Head of Duncan
Covid-19, many opportunities to get the houses together for
some innocent competition arose. Memories different to the S Saunders Dimpho Sefora Suzie Holliday
ones we had hoped for have filled up what we had thought Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
was lost.
Duncan faced the challenges that we experienced with
vigour and spirit, ready to find ourselves in the top 3, which
we achieved with most of them. We are a winning house, a
house of unity and family. This year did not go as planned,
but we surely found many ways to come together and bring
love and joy into our moments together.

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This year school spirit has been a challenge efforts are highly appreciated and the girls in the House got
for everyone due to Covid-19. Gladstone had a lucky draw having you all as their mentors. Thank you to
to quickly adapt to the “new normal” to have my Deputy, Orapeleng Kodisang, for being the absolute best
just as much fun in a year as the years before. support structure, friend and partner this year. Running the
Almost everything was new; the online House House with you was a blast and I loved every moment of it
assemblies, the limited cheering opportunities and because you made it 100x better. A thank you to the matrics
even the absence of our annual galas. Nevertheless, a as well, a long 5-year journey it’s been but I wouldn’t have
positive new addition made its way into Gladstone; the wanted to have it with any other group.
Grade 8s. From the beginning of their journey in the school, Always Glad To Be Home when we’re together.
starting with their orientation camp, they’ve all shown the
best qualities of a true Gladstone girl. Although they had Ayakha Qhomfo
a different Grade 8 experience from the rest of the House, Head of Gladstone
they still carry the explosiveness and passion as every other
Gladstone member. A Mjadu Ayakha Qhomfo Orapeleng Kodisang
This year our main House initiative was the bottle top Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
collection for charity, an initiative showing kindness and
generosity to those who need it most. First term, we came
9th place and it was a disappointment for the first quarter
of the year. But we were not discouraged by a minor setback
and jumped to a whopping 2nd place in Term 2! Not just
proving to others but also to ourselves that we are a House
with diligence and exceptional teamwork skills.
Thank you to all the form teachers in the House, Mrs
Mjadu, Mrs Maré, Ms Sithole, Mr Dreyer and Mrs Lombard
for being such a compassionate group of educators. Your

Sing along: “Macwill iiiillll x 2 To the other grades, especially the matrics of 2022 please
You came we saw the way you crawled, you show the girls the old ways of McWilliam. Remind them
asked for more we gave you more... that McWilliam was the top house to have spirit, that year
So let us show you the way we roar… after year McWilliam would win a spirit cup. Make
So we can get a greater score… McWilliam a force to reckon with and don’t forget that
So, watch the space we’ll make you fall teamwork makes the dream work. Now that things will be
Maccwiillliiiii x 2” much better next year, let's get the Clephan Shield.
And always remember, “You don’t have to be great to get
The time has come when I have to say my final goodbyes. started but you have to get started to be great” – Les Brown.
What a weird year it has been, where we had to ask teachers
whether we are permitted to cheer, whether we are able to Khutso Malaka
surprise other grades with goodies or to even do activities Head of McWilliam
that were not part of the Covid-19 regulations.
V Ramlaul Khutso Malaka Atlegang Mahlangu
Firstly I would like to thank my classmates AKA school Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
sisters for being such cool, amazing and unique
individuals. You have shown me the importance of being
true to yourself and embracing who you are as an
individual. Yes, we have had our ups and downs, not
agreeing to the same things when given a task to work as
a group. However this is what made us such a powerful
team. Diversity is what made us strong and achieve the task
ultimately. So, at the end of the day we still worked together.
I am confident to say that if Covid-19 did not exist,
everyone would have known that McWilliam is BETTER
THAN THE REST!

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The year 2021 was supposed to be the year amongst each other and judging from the screams and
Selborne came out victorious. We came in laughter it’s safe to say, fun was had.
ready to conquer and rise above the best of Thank you to all the Selborne teachers but a special thanks
the best but unfortunately, we weren’t dealt the goes to Ms Klopper and Ms Ntuli for being my pillars
best cards with the global pandemic continuing during this particularly difficult year. Your help and efforts
to make its presence known are acknowledged and greatly appreciated
We started the year off with the Grade 8 Camp. There we To the rest of Selborne, thank you all for participating
got to know their vast and interesting personalities that had optimistically in any house activity thrown your way. Being
us craving more. Their confidence and presence was felt your Head of House, this year was an absolute pleasure
immediately and just being around them that day was and hope you all continue to push yourselves as well as this
incredible. There isn’t a doubt in my mind that they will House to great heights.
grow to become phenomenal women in the future.
The bottle top initiative was introduced a few weeks later Koketso Matlou
which lit the fire burning within us. Competition is Head of Selborne
something we had been yearning for a while. Despite the
already existing competition with the rest of the houses, M Holzhäusser Koketso Matlou Megan Roux
in Selborne there was a competition amongst the different Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
grades. This challenged them to challenge each other and
the juniors are the ones who came out on top. The PA care
package initiative came shortly after and this proved to be
the Grade 10s' time to shine. They placed 2nd in the entire
school once again instilling a measure of pride within all of
us.
House assemblies consisted of us playing a series of games

What a year it has been. It’s crazy to think how up with new creative ideas of doing things and I would not
our lives have changed and how we have had have been able to achieve the goals I achieved without the
to adapt to a new way of living. This year was help and support from my Deputy, Naledi Temo.
a tough one, from only having online House I appreciate every single one of our Van Zyl Matrics and I
assemblies, having almost no Inter-house events can truly say we have grown as a House and formed bonds
to not being able to come together as one and that we will never lose.
cheer in the spirit of Van Zyl. A special appreciation to all our Van Zyl teachers especially
Although it was tough we were able to adapt. The House Mrs de Bruin. A memory I remember from last year was
assemblies we held will stay with me forever and I will when I told Mrs de Bruin that I wanted to be Head of House
always cherish those memories. My favourite part of House and she told me she might step down. But I begged her to
assembly was the video of the teachers and surprising the stay and honestly without Mrs de Bruin as Head of House
rest of the house with cupcakes on a well-deserved win. we would not be the same. I thank her for letting us use her
Grade 8 Camp was such an experience. Even if Covid-19 office for House assemblies and always supporting myself
prevented us from all the usual games, we still managed and Naledi with all our ideas, whether they worked or not.
to connect with our babies and had an absolute blast with To the Matrics of Van Zyl I’m honoured that this was the
them. And yes we know everyone dislikes Van Zyl but our group I was a part of and I’d do it all again with you.
Grade 8s didn’t let that bother them. Instead we used it as a
tool to work harder and come together as a whole House. Havana Rix
Van Zyl came in 8th place for Term 1 of the bottle top Head of Van Zyl
competition and we weren’t happy but we always strive to be
at the top so we went the extra mile and collected triple the V de Bruin Havana Rix Naledi Temo
amount in Term 2 and placed 1st place for the competition! Head of House Head of House Deputy Head of House
Woohooo. I just want to give a huge shout out to the Grade
8s and our Grade 11s for going all out in the bottle tops
competition and putting the rest of the grades to the test.
With all that being said everything that has happened this
year has happened for a reason and being the Head of Van
Zyl for 2021 was an absolute privilege. I enjoyed coming

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NORTH LODGE

The start of our term as hostel prefects saw us with great of pads for the school pad drive as well as the Inter-hostel
ambitions and dreams of how we wanted to continue to sports - of which North Lodge always reigned supreme. I
build on the foundation laid before us for North Lodge. will forever cherish each and every interaction had with
Little did we know that 2021 would be a force to be each of my hostel sisters. I will cherish the cheering sessions
reckoned with and it would certainly not be the year we we would have in the formal gardens, that would leave us all
anticipated. It would be a year of drastic growth and changes aching for throat lozenges the next day, or the laughs we’d
we’d find unimaginable at first glance, but most importantly, have at the dinner table, or simply the day-to-day
it would see us having to rebuild a sisterhood that’s been conversations about anything and everything. It is here
somewhat shattered over the years. The year has been filled at North Lodge that many of us have found our sense of
with noteworthy events like the fun activities held over the belonging in this home of over 70 sisters. Despite the year
first week for the matrics to bond with their Grade 8s: A we’ve had full of fun and challenges, one thing I’m certain
tradition that harnessed a sense of mentorship among us about however, is that we as the matrics of 2021 have left a
all. This year saw the introduction of the Hostel Wellness long-lasting legacy of pure joy, strength and immense pride
Team (aided by the hostel-based counsellor), the academic for the pink and grey blood that runs within our veins.
wellness team as well as the growth of North Lodge radio: a Because PINK IS COOL, PINK IS GREAT, PINK JUST
tradition I hope will continue to thrive the way it has over WINS, WE ALWAYS SLAY!
this year. Hostel could not be hostel without competition
though. The healthy rivalry that’s existed between North Tshegofatso Makola
Lodge and School House further thrived in the collection Head of North Lodge

BOARDER REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL

Vanessa Vivian Anastasia Niescior Naledi Mokobaki Kago Moloisane Jody Peters
Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

HOUSEMISTRESSES

C Robbertse K Rankapole L Smit M Oosthuizen R Claassen S Dorlas T Nakana
Senior Housemistress

PREFECTS

Hannah Castellani Megan Coetzee Omphile Mabuza Tshegofatso Makola
Deputy Head Girl Head Girl

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GRADE 12
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, Tiffany Kirton, Tshegofatso Makola
GRADE 11
L-R: Amber Kahumuza, Emma Nunn, Georgie Dillon, Kago Moloisane, Kgabo Senanya, Mackenzie Rimmell, Makopoi Letsie,
Rosel Tembon, Stacey Osborne, Uphakeme Mhlongo

GRADE 10
L-R: Aphiwe Zondi, Ezethu Qekema, Leago Sekudu, Naledi Mokobaki, Pheladi Petje, Wandiswa Ntuli, Wiza Phiri, Xena Abrahams

GRADE 9
Absent: Alizwa Bonga
First Row (L-R): Anastasia Niescior, Gabby Angyalossi, Haki Sebina
Second Row (L-R): Jesse Hodge, Keagile Tlhabanelo, Kganya Mphahlele, Khutso Moloisane, Masego Khomo, McKennah Rolfe,
Olivia Dillon, Onthatile Petja, Siphesihle Malimela, Thato Ramashilabele

GRADE 8
Absent: Darcey Brown, Erin Prinsloo, Kabelo Mohlala, Layla Kirton, Mia Duffy,
Oluwayemisi Lebopo, Opang Petje
First Row (L-R): Abigail de Bruyn, Adena Wernecke, Andiswa Radebe, Boikanyo Sebina,
Claire Kourie, Juliana Niescior, Kamogelo Thabethe, Kayin Miles, Makanaka Mgazi,
Matshama Tloubatla
Second Row (L-R): Morgan Parton, Nhlamulo Nkwashu, Nomfundo Mnguni, Ntando Twala, Pemelo Nkoane, Phetho Mokoo,
Shandukani Mamogobo, Talitha Dube, Thandi Phuti, Thuto Banyatsang
Third Row (L-R): Tsaona Legobye, Vanessa Vivian, Zandile Mahlangu

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SCHOOL HOUSE

This year the hostel prefects were determined to make karaoke night as well as the Grade 8 and Grade 11 dance.
School House a hostel that the girls were proud to live in. Not only were the fun nights special but also the chats at the
Hostel should be a place where one feels acknowledged, dinner table, in the showers and in the corridors.
seen and safe and with the many new girls, that became a Being at hostel this year was truly a blessing and even
top priority. Though we were limited this year in the events though there were many set backs due to the world’s events,
we could do, we kept the spirit alive. we were able to make the most out of every moment this
We started off the year with multiple cheer nights down year and support one another though it all. It was an honour
at the hockey fields. This was a way for the girls to scream to be able to make history in this 100 year old hostel and I
their lungs out and bond with the rest of the hostel. A new wish the next hostel prefects great success in their term of
tradition was introduced which is The Mission Statement office.
Ceremony and that was a way to formally welcome the
girls into the hostel. The giving out of privs throughout the Thandeka Dlamini
year spread excitement and enthusiasm, and we enjoyed a Head of School House

BOARDER REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL

Katherine Hodson Nashe Nyamkure Tebogo Fenyane
Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Kayla dAebWseentt:Grade 9

HOUSEMISTRESSES

A van Niekerk H O'Reilly L Human M Jelley M Oosthuizen P Sithole R Mokubela
Senior Housemistress

PREFECTS

Morgan Hodge Tallis Brown Thandeka Dlamini Thandiswa Dlamini
Deputy Head Girl Head Girl

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GRADE 12
First Row (L-R): Alwande Mlambo, Chabi Thelingwani, Chané van Zyl, Kagiso Marishane
Second Row (L-R): Masingoaneng Tlale, Matema Dhladhla, Michaela Stevens, Morgan Hodge, Naledi Temo, Paije Beetge, Tallis Brown,
Tebogo Fenyane, Thandeka Dlamini, Thandiswa Dlamini

GRADE 11
First Row (L-R): Bongisile Nkosi, Bonolo Sehume, Gomolemo Sefoka, Grace Lushamba, Kanie Raliapeng, Koketso Nkadimeng,
Masecaba Sebata, Michaela Wade, Mosetsanagape Motau
Second Row (L-R): Naledi Maseko, Nashe Nyamkure, Nkateko Ntlhabyane, Ofentse Lebele, Omolemo Maimela, Paballo Mohlala,
Ruva Chinamore, Siya Mgijima, Teagan Smit, Tshiamo Molefe

GRADE 10
Absent: Kayla Esterhuizen, Tshepang Molefe
First Row (L-R): Amogelang Mokgosi, Bontle Leswifi, Jenna Pastor, Karabo Ramoshu, Katherine Hodson, Khanyisa Nyalungu,
Lindokuhle Shabalala
Second Row (L-R): Megan Pabst, Mokgadi Madiga, Molemo Moshoeshoe, Ofentse Makgoba, Onthatile Motadi, Reoikantse Poo,
Shanna Brown, Tshiamo Makhafola, Wongani Chamdimba, Xihluke Sithole

GRADE 9
Absent: Cameron Reid, Kayla de Wet, Kemoneilwe Mukhari
First Row (L-R): Angel Mthenjane, Anisa Mayola, Casandra Bruiners
Second Row (L-R): Dakota Hough, Gabriella Stielau, Kamva Mdingi, Lethabo Mabolawa, Ninke Claasen, Rebaona Mabalane,
Samantha Bloem, Suku Tshabalala, Taitum Fennell, Tshoetso Mohlamonyane

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ACHIEVERS

Akhiwe Busakwe Ayanda Tshabalala
Hockey U18 Hockey Underwater
U19 Northern Gauteng,
Northerns High
Performance Squad SA U24 Team

Charice Barnes Gabriella von Schaeffer Georgie Dillon Hanna Breebaart
North Gauteng Hockey Northerns Diving Tshwane North
Colours in Artistic Equestrian
High Performance U14 National Colours
Gymnastics Squad

Hannah Rabie Isabella von Schaeffer Jordi Venter Letago Legodi Ntando Mini
Equestrian Sanesa Hockey U14 Northerns Tshwane North Hockey U15 Netball U16
Gauteng Western High Performance Squad
Mounted Games Equestrian Northerns High Gauteng Schools
Performance Squad Team

Olivia Dillon Phetho Mokoo Shandukani Mamogobo Tamzin Fat Xena Abrahams
Hockey U15 Hockey U14 Hockey U14 Hockey U18 Hockey U16
Northerns
Northerns High Northerns High Northerns High High Performance Northerns High
Performance Squad Performance Squad Performance Squad Performance Squad
Squad

DarAcebyseBnrto: wn
Squash U14 Northern Juniors IPT

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Extra-Curricular programme

PHSG was longing to be able to show her phenomenal sports and clubs. As not all extra-murals were allowed, it
spirit once more this year, but the regulations of the would be unfair for some sports and clubs to have captains
pandemic had to be strictly adhered to. Ms Mogale, while others missed out on that opportunity. However, as
Deputy Principal in charge of Extra-curricular activities, soon as some level of normality resumed and first teams
and Ms Dorlas, Head of Sports, shared some information were chosen for all extra-murals, captains and
on how Covid-19 has affected extra-mural activities and vice-captains would also be chosen.
the stringent procedures that must be followed to allow a Sport and cultural events have been somewhat limited,
sport or cultural club to take place. with sports such as swimming and water polo missing
The Department of Education had to give the green light their seasons. However, tennis matches and the Inter-high
before any extra-murals were to take place in 2021. The Athletics took place. As many events were arranged as
school had to ensure that all activities were ‘Covid-19 regulations allowed and, as soon as the government
friendly’. For the sports and clubs that had resumed, there permitted it, spectators were encouraged to support the
were many new regulations to ensure that everyone was PHSG teams. Spectator participation was limited.
safe, including filling out consent forms to participate in Selection of Cheerleaders was not possible and supporters’
activities where some contact may occur, keeping a cards were not handed out.
register of every girl who attended and making sure girls Unfortunately, the lack of events made it difficult to select
and equipment were all sanitized and that social girls to receive colours. The school would like to give
distancing was maintained at all times. Ms Mogale said colours to as many girls as possible. Where there had not
that it is ‘a massive task’ and that, in addition to been a season, the hope was that colours can at least be
intervention classes and ensuring that everyone was up to awarded to the Matriculants, possibly based on the
standard academically, teachers had been extra busy and previous year’s season.
were all doing an amazing job under the circumstances. Although there have been many challenges, it has been
The school tried to keep as many loyal coaches as possible, gratifying for both learners and teachers to be able to
although this was a problem for sports that had not been participate once more in their sorely-missed activities.
allowed to continue. Many of the coaches are students who Emily Hawkes and Carmen Ross
were banking on the income, but the hope was that most Snippet Reporters
can return to the school soon. Another regrettable
consequence was that captains could not be chosen for

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TENNIS

"Tennis taught me so many lessons in life. One of the things play as much as we wanted to. However what I enjoyed the
it taught me is that with every ball that comes to me I have most about this year were the practices. Training,
to make a decision. I have to accept responsibility for the motivating and having fun together as a team is something
consequences every time I hit a ball." - Billie Jean King I will certainly miss a lot. An atmosphere of excitement,
I think we can all agree that the past year has not been easy. enthusiasm as well as love for the sport was present at every
Not being able to participate in our favourite events such as practise. It has been an extraordinary journey and I am very
The National All Girls Festival, Derbies and friendly excited to see the talented tennis players represent and take
matches has been upsetting for all of us. However, despite tennis at Girls' High to new heights.
many challenges tennis at Girls' High resumed and the A very special thank you to Mr Dreyer, our tennis organiser,
courts were brought back to life again by excited tennis for always showing so much enthusiasm for the sport as well
players accompanied by new coaches Blaise and Prince, who as motivating us throughout matches especially when we
did an excellent job preparing us for our league matches. needed it the most. Thank you to our teachers, Ms Potgieter,
Thanks to Covid-19, not all league matches could be played. Mrs Pike and Mrs Bosua for all your time and energy in
All teams that participated played their hearts out and did accompanying us at every tennis practice as well as
the school very proud. The Senior A team won 2 out of supporting and always believing in us. This year was
their 4 matches, Senior B team won their one match, Junior definitely one to remember and in my view a turning point
A won all 4 of their matches and Junior B won 1 out of 2 in Girls' High's Tennis.
matches.
Because of the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions we did not Serena Kotnik
Tennis Captain

CHESS

Chess this year was bustling with numerous experienced When the games were intense, everyone gathered around
players and newcomers all ready to participate in our to watch the progression of the match and see who would
exciting activities. It was amazing to see a huge turnout checkmate.
with new participants each week. The juniors were all A huge thank you goes to Coach Ben who took the juniors
eager to learn chess with bright faces and contagious under his wing and gave them valuable chess lessons.
smiles. Sadly, due to Covid-19 regulations, we had to limit Another thank you goes to Coach Nedjo who gave his all
our class sizes, but we are grateful for every learner who to helping our seniors improve their gameplay.
showed interest in our club. To Mrs Carstens, Ms Bakam and Mrs Van der Merwe who
The First Team participated in two matches this year and helped co-ordinate our Chess club and arrange our
thanks to wonderful coaching and our own hard work, matches, thank you for all the magic you helped create
all our members performed extremely well. Covid-19 did this year. Finally, a thank you goes to the members of our
not allow us to continue with the league matches but we First Team who were always there to lend a helping hand
were grateful for the ones we could play. It was fascinating whenever it was needed.
seeing how Chess brought out the competitive nature in Yanila Makhudu
us, everyone staring intently at the board formulating a Chess Captain
strategy and waiting for their opponent to make a blunder.

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Catherine Stiff Emma Stiff
Simfonia Juventi Simfonia Juventi
Concert Master

MUSIC

It is no secret that the world of the performer is heavily Our weekly assemblies have also been greatly impacted as
reliant on the ability to perform for an audience. This year they are now online. This prompted our musical items to
has made the life of the performer quite dismal due to take a new form as well. I as the Music Prefect have liaised
Covid-19 prohibiting our beloved concerts from taking with Mrs Hohls in the task of curating musical items for
place, such as our Valentine’s Day concert, Mothers’ Day our assemblies. This experience has proven to be quite
concert and the stellar Night of the Proms. Nonetheless, successful, as we have been able to keep the music alive at
the Music Department at Pretoria High School for Girls school, albeit in an unorthodox fashion.
has made it its mission to Keep the Music Alive During It has been my pleasure to introduce the phenomenal
Covid. and virtuous musicians in the assemblies this year. I
While live concerts have not been possible to have, all our would like to thank every musician for continuing in their
talented musicians have continued to work at and perfect pursuit for the joy contained in music. Finally I would
their crafts. Our ensembles have continued to practice and like to thank Mrs Hohls for striving so wholeheartedly to
fill our Music Centre with mellifluous music every sustain the love of music and spirit of performing in our
afternoon. Our choirs have rehearsed when permitted, school during these trying times. I firmly believe that we
nurturing their talents and continuing to show their have achieved our mission to Keep the Music Alive During
passion for music. It brings joy to say that our PHSG Covid.
Guitar Ensemble and String Ensemble have competed in Lihle Mosiane
the esteemed SASMT National Ensemble competition and Music Prefect
brought pride to our school’s name.

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CHOIR

This year proved to be a challenge for all clubs and choirs may once again sing and rehearse as a whole! All
societies at Pretoria High School for Girls and it was no the while the wearing of masks and social distancing was
different for the Senior Choir. The Senior Choir of 2021 maintained. We began singing our repertoire again and
looked very different from the choirs before us – dazzling learning a new item. The joy of hearing my fellow
smiles and mellifluous voices, covered up by surgical choristers, crooning in unison once again proved to be an
masks and a meter’s distance or so between each chorister. ineffable experience for me.
Our first obstacle was the inability to perform together as Thank you, Ms Dugmore and Mrs Maré for continuously
a whole choir due to Covid-19 protocols, thus our family supporting us and mothering us throughout the years.
was split in half. Altos and Sopranos rehearsed separately, We are truly privileged to have such brilliant and caring
socially-distanced, every week we were permitted to do so individuals shape us to be the competent and kind young
by the governmental gazette. We still looked forward to women we are today. I would like to extend my thanks to
the opportunity to sing with each other again. This, Mr Gericke, our stellar conductor. Thank you for
however, was not the case for the first few rehearsals held continuing to instill the importance and magic of music in
in the beginning of the year as per regulations ordered us, especially during such a trying period where we may
by the aforementioned gazette. Instead, our rehearsals forget it at times. I would also like to thank the doves of
consisted of breathing exercises and solfège training which the Senior Choir. Thank you for your infectious optimism
served to improve our aural skills and pitch-recognition as towards singing and keeping the music alive during the
well as overall breathing control. I’m sure you agree, this time of Covid-19. Thank you for the heartfelt
isn’t quite the same as singing. Whilst having our performances and the laughs we shared. I wish you all the
unorthodox rehearsals, we yearned to be able to make best for your futures!
music with one another again and surely enough our Lihle Mosiane
patience was rewarded when the gazette announced that Head of Choir

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