by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | May 16, 2024 | General Notices |
EXAMINATION PREPARATIONS
This is a gentle reminder to all our parents that the school is entering into the formal assessment period (examinations) as of 24 May 2024 as per examination roster. As in previous communications, we cannot emphasise the importance of the June examination especially for the current grade 7 learners. All our learners must focus their attention on studying diligently and laying off the activities that cause immense distraction i.e cell phones, television and dawdling around. Parents play a crucial role in this regard as you hold the levers of influence within the home. Let’s also ensure that our children are at school on a daily basis.
Learners will be dismissed at 1pm as of the 24 May – 13 June 2024 and @ 11.00 am on the 14 June, the last day of the term. All term 2 reports will be issued on the 14 June 2024
SYMPTOMS OF STOMACH BUG
Over the past few days, many learners were required to leave the school early due to a `stomach bug`. The intention of sharing this information is not to create fear but to request all parents to monitor their children’s health before sending their child to school.
It is important that when a child has a serious stomach with an accompanying headache, that parents retain the child at home until the symptoms have subsided. It is always ill-advised to send a child to school who has a headache after the child has indicated this to you as the parent.
As parents, we also know our children and when they intend to manipulate the situation , so let’s be on our guard for this as well.
BRAINTEASER
I am a word of letters three; add two and fewer there will be. What word am I?
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
“A bend in the road is not the end of the road, unless you fail to make the turn.“ – Helen Keller
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | May 9, 2024 | General Notices |
PARENT TEACHER ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
It was a wonderful sight to see parents making contact with the relevant teachers to discuss the business of education. To parents who for unforeseen circumstances could not make contact with the respective teachers. Let’s make contact with the teacher before the end of the term.
ANTI BULLYING CAMPAIGN
We are pleased to report that all our senior learners were part of an anti bullying programme on Wednesday the 8 May 2024. The programme was hosted by FCS Wynberg. Bullying causes an unnecessary tense atmosphere at school and the perpetrators must therefore be made aware that their actions have consequences. `Captain Bully Buster` took the learners through the programme and the message was well received by all in attendance . each learner was issued with a `constable bully buster badge`
CHANGING LIVES RESTORING HOPE – GIRL CHILD PROGRAMME
Over the course of this week and next week. The girl child at Delta Primary will be embarking on an intervention programme to empower parents as well as their girl child. One of the sessions I observed was the group of girls acting out the outcome of receiving bad information via passing on a message. It is our hope that the empowerment programme will lead to a girl who is self-confident amidst the contextual challenges they face on a daily basis.
EXAMINATION ROSTER FOR INTERSEN PHASE
By the time you read Newsletter No 14 of 2024, all learners in grade 4-7 would have received a copy of the examination roster.Our examinations are scheduled to commence on the 27 May 2024 and shall be concluded on the 3 June 2024. It is extremely important that all learners make the necessary sacrifice and prepare well for the forthcoming examinations.As of the 27 May 2024, all learners will be dismissed at 13:00. We once again appeal to all parents and transport providers to ensure that all necessary arrangements are made to ensure that all learners are collected within 10 minutes after the end of the day.You are requested to please monitor the following:
- Learners must study for the examination if they wish to experience a positive outcome after the examination.
- Learners must get to bed early to ensure that they are alert during the examination.
- Learners must have a good breakfast and lunch pack to fuel them for the day.
- Learners must have writing equipment for the day.
- Learners must reduce time spent on cell phones and electronic devices in order to focus while studying.
- Learners must be at school everyday of the examinations
Parents, we have a role to play in this regard. We are confident that you will take all the necessary actions in this regard.
BRAINTEASER
What animal is black and white and blue ?
Our brain teaser for Newsletter No 13 of 2024 has not been claimed. The learner with the correct answer must claim their prize as soon as they have the correct answer.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
`Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today`- Will Rogers
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | May 2, 2024 | General Notices |
PARENT TEACHER ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
On the 6-7 May 2024, parents will be given the opportunity to engage with the respective class teachers in regards to the academic performance of their children. The 6 May 2024 is allocated for the afternoon session (13:00 – 16:00), 7 May 2024 is allocated for the evening session (17:00 – 19:30). The venue for the parent one-on-one will be the main hall for all grades.Learners will be dismissed at 12.30 am on the 6 May to accommodate the afternoon session. Please make the necessary transport arrangements.
SCHOOL CLOSURE – ASCENSION DAY
Parents are reminded of school closure on 9 May 2024 to observe Ascension day.
CARMEN STEVENS FOUNDATION – SCHOOL NUTRITIONAL PROGRAMME
Delta Primary School is a recipient of a monthly top up food supply to our school nutritional program. At regular intervals during the course of the year the school is gifted at no cost to the school a supply of porridge, samp, rice, spices, tin fish lentils and salt. All the supplies are utilised for the benefit of the 500 learners who are on the nutritional programme of the school. I have extended the gratitude of the principal`s office to the foundation for their loyal support to our school. The partnership has its genesis during the covid pandemic and has continued after the fact.
RETREAT LIBRARY COMPETITION
Learners in grade 6 and 7 recently competed in the reading competition hosted at the Retreat Public Library on Tuesday the 30 May 2024. The librarian Mrs. N August has been assisting our learners before the competition to ensure that they are ready for the day. Like in the past our learners represented Delta Primary with flying colours. Our learners walked away with some prizes. Each learner received a goodie bag for their sacrifice on the day.
JOIN OUR ONLINE SCHOOL NEWSLETTERS
Learners and parents who have internet access on their mobile devices or desktop computers are encouraged to join the school`s online community by subscribing to the weekly newsletter. The newsletter can be accessed via the url: https://deltaprimary.org.za/
SGB MATTERS
SGB parent elections rerun is scheduled for 27 May 2024 from 13:00 to 18:00. A gentle reminder that only eligible parents whose names appear on the voters roll may be nominated and or vote.
BRAINTEASER
How many triangles do you see in the representation below
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
“Happiness is not by chance but by choice.” — Jim Rohn
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Apr 26, 2024 | General Notices |
BALLROOM CLASSES
Parents, please be informed that Ms/Mrs Allison Moolman has offered learners of Delta Primary the opportunity to engage in ballroom classes On Wednesday`s from 16:00 – 18:00. Learners from Grade 4-7 were given an information letter in this regard during the course of the week. The cost for the month is R150. Should your child be interested in ballroom please return the reply slip by Monday the 29 April 2024.
PARENT TEACHER ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
On the 6-7 May 2024, parents will be given the opportunity to engage with the respective class teachers in regards to the academic performance of their children. An invitation and time slot allocation will be forwarded to you during the course of next week. Parents, you must liaise with the individual teachers to indicate instances where you will have to meet different teachers depending on the amount of learners you have attending Delta Primary.
BOOK CHARACTER DAY
Delta Primary school has an exceptional library which was established in order to give all our learners easier access to an array of fantastic books. On Friday our school engaged in book character day in order to promote the culture of reading amongst all our learners. Enclosed some wonderful pictures of the day.
LEARNER ATTENDANCE
Daily learner attendance in general must be addressed by all concerned. We are deeply concerned when the data reflects increasing poor attendance in all our classes across the cohorts. We are appealing to all parents to ensure that our children are at school every single day without fail, barring ill health or due to special circumstances. During the general assembly this barrier to learning was elucidated to all in attendance. Let’s encourage our learners to be a school.
SGB PARENT COMPONENT – RERUN
Dear parents, please note that a rerun of the SGB parent component will happen on 27 May 2024 from 13:00 – 18:00. Nomination forms may be requested from class teachers and the administration as of next week.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY
1 May 2024 school closure due to Workers Day.
BRAINTEASER
How many triangles do you see in the representation below
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
`Many are stubborn in the pursuit of the path they have chosen, few in pursuit of the goal` – Friedrich Nietzsche
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Apr 18, 2024 | General Notices |
WHITAKER FOUNDATION
The Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI) is a non-governmental organisation with an international scope and reach, founded by Forest Whitaker in 2012. WPDI develops an array of peacebuilding programs, initiatives, and campaigns to foster peace and reconciliation in disadvantaged and fragile communities in the different regions of the world. The organisation has partnered with Delta Primary with the intention to take our prefects through a conflict resolution programme. The envisioned goal is a learner who is able to leverage off the skills learnt to improve their decision making ability.
GRADE 6 OUTING TO THE AQUARIUM
Our learners thoroughly enjoyed themselves at the aquarium. We have received a good review as our boys and girls were good ambassadors for Delta Primary.
SUPPORTING REGULAR LEARNER ATTENDANCE
I take this opportunity to highlight the urgent need to ensure that all our learners are at school on a daily basis. Our learners can ill-afford to miss a single day and be tardy when it comes to school attendance. In this regard all parents must cause their children to make their way to school and be prepared to get stuck into their academic curriculum. Term 2 is a term with many planned days of school closure to accommodate cultural as well as social downtime. Lets not add extra days in the pursuit of relaxation at the expense of regular school attendance.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
The school uniform remains the pride of the school. It creates a sense of belonging and gives us a sense of pride. I wish to encourage all our parents to purchase the official uniform of the school at our school or place an order online via the schools online store. Uniforms may also be purchased from Yunisha Fashions in Grassy Park. The school secretary may be contacted for enquiries related to the school uniform. ONLY THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL DRESS AND TRACKSUIT shall be acknowledged as proper uniform. Past variations of the school uniform will unfortunately not be regarded as acceptable as this creates a disparate implementation of the affordable uniform we have implemented over several years. Based on the data and pricing Delta Primary`s uniform is still the most affordable across schools in our area. Parents must refer to the school code of conduct to verify that the uniform is correct for the appropriate season.
BRAINTEASER
How many triangles do you see in the representation below
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
`Every adversity, every challenge has the equivalent seed of benefit to propel us forward` – Jim Rohn
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Apr 4, 2024 | General Notices |
WELCOME BACK
We welcome all our learners and teachers back after the school vacation. We look forward to a constructive term and appeal to all our parents to assist to ensure that the core business of education is prioritised in the lives of their children.
Please, examine and discuss the contents of the first term report with your child, giving praise where deserved and encouragement where needed. The second term is one of two examination terms for grades 4 to 7 learners. Learners should apply themselves to ensure that they keep books up to date, complete tasks, homework and come to school ready to learn. Learners who sacrifice time and apply themselves can expect a good report at the end of the term.
DATES TO DIARISE – TERM 2 – 2024
| Event |
Date |
Time arrangements |
| Civvies day |
12 April |
None |
| School Admissions 2024 – closes |
15 April |
None |
| Parents to confirm appointment with individual class teachers |
29 April |
None |
| Workers Day |
1 May |
School closure |
| Parent- Teacher one-on-one meetings |
6 & 7 May |
TBC |
| Ascension day |
9 May |
School closure |
| Preparations for exams |
13 May |
TBC |
| National Elections |
29 May |
School closure |
| Parents to confirm acceptance of their online school of choice. |
30 May |
None |
| Last day term 2 – collection of reports |
14 June |
11:00 dismissal – all learners |
| Please be advised that if changes are required to the term planner , that parents will be notified via the weekly newsletter. |
DCAS FOOD PARCELS TO LEARNERS
25 of our learners who were part of the DCAS sports programme received a food parcel as part of the programme. Thank you to the coaches and the management who made this possible.
EXTRA MURAL PROGRAMME
Term 2 sees the introduction of the Tuesday, extra mural programme. Learners will be given the opportunity to participate in the following after school activities which will be scheduled from 14:00 – 15:40 every Tuesday afternoon. The activities include the following: Table tennis (Gr 4-7)
- Soccer (Gr 4-7)
- Netball (Gr 4-7)
- Dance (Gr 3-7)
- Chess (Gr 4-7)
- Scrabble (Gr 4-7)
- Gardening (Gr 6-7)
- Dare to Dream programme (Gr 7)
- Choir (Gr 4-7)
- Spiritual dance (Gr 7)
BRAINTEASER
A word I know, six letters it contains. Remove one letter, and 12 remain. What is it? – For the grade 7 cohort only
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
“Thoughts become things. If you see it in your mind, you will hold it in your hand.” – Bob Proctor
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Mar 15, 2024 | General Notices |
SURF WALK 2024
On Friday the 15 March 2024, learners received their special incentives in a general assembly of learners. The recipients were as follows
Top collector : Conner Visagie – who was awarded a television for collecting the most money on his surf walk collecting list.
Top Collecting class : The learners in grade 1C received a free civvies day and the class teacher was awarded a sweet hamper.
The winners of the sweet hamper: These were learners who were part of the group that collected R150. The lucky winners were : Keziah Jacobs (Gr 4B), Aroosh Jacobs (Gr 1B), Imaan Fortuin (Gr 5C)
The winners of the food hampers: These were learners who collected R500 and more. The lucky winners were.Tyrese Jack ( Gr 1A), Isabella Daintre (Gr 2C)
Learners who received a spur meal:
Malacia Joyce, Conner Visagie, Tyrese Jack, Arabella Adams, Sancia Boodjies, Riyaan Anthony, Diego Collins, Isabella Daintree, Muindeen Mc White, Shan Cario Moosa, Joshua DeKlerk, Tylow Smith, Zara Wildeman, Brihana Farmer, Kiara Darries, Jesse Jacobs.
ISSUING OF END OF TERM REPORTS
All learners at school will receive their reports on Wednesday 20 March 2024 @ 11:00.
LEARNER DISMISSAL
Kindly note the early dismissal times and make the necessary transport arrangements.
| Date |
Grade |
Time |
| 18 – 19 March 2024 |
Grade R |
13:00 |
|
1- 3 |
13:00 |
|
4-7 |
13:15 |
| 20 March 2024 |
ALL |
11:00 |
LEARNER SAFETY
We wish to make a special appeal to all our learners and parents to ensure that our boys and girls remain safe during the vacation. Learners must inform their parents and guardians as to their whereabouts at all times. Learners making their way to the beach or near water activities are also reminded to take extra precautions as accidents around water happen so quickly.
END OF TERM THOUGHTS
Term 1 has been a busy term with highlights galore. Our boys and girls have conducted themselves in the majority exceptionally well.
Regrettably some learners need to re-think their current trends and actions when interacting with other learners. This is our call to parents: When you are alerted that a discipline problem is rearing its head, deal with the matter. The school will assist in this regard.
A huge thank you to the loyal parents, who understand the pluralism and complexity of school life and are able to, regardless of perceptions, support the school. We thank you greatly. Wishing all parents and learners well during the Easter tide. Parents and learners who are fasting all of the best to you as well.
BRAINTEASER
A cowboy rode to an inn on Wednesday. He stayed two nights and left on Wednesday. How could that be?
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
`Learn from success and failure. The best way to establish a new and powerful personal philosophy is to objectively review the conclusions you’ve drawn about life.` – Jim Rohn
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Mar 7, 2024 | General Notices |
SURFWALK 2024
The school surfwalk was an absolute success both as a fundraising and social event due to the commitment and financial support of all our loyal parents. I wish to express my sincere gratitude on behalf of the staff and all our learners. Every learner enjoyed the day and returned safely after the event. Special thanks to each and every stakeholder in this regard.
The fundraiser generated the highest amount in the history of the school in terms of gross income for the school balance sheet. The funds will be ploughed back to our learners to ensure that each learner in every class receives a quality education as part of our collective mandate. We have secured a host of prizes for our learners including
Top collector – will receive a television set
Top collecting class on average– will receive a free civvies day and hot dog the teacher will receive a sweet hamper
Categories of learners will be entered into a lucky draw to win a sweet hamper and grocery hamper.
I thank our sponsors for their generosity in making this possible.
FOUNDATION PHASE FUN DAY
On Saturday the 9 th of March 2024 @ 09:00 am – 13:00, Delta Primary will have a foundation phase fun day ( grade R-3). This is an open day for all parents of grade R-3 learners and we are encouraging parents to attend in support of their children. A gate fee of R5 will be levied. Parents are requested to make use of the off street parking on the day.
LEARNER ASSESSMENTS
Teachers are still hard at work completing assessments for term 1. We appeal to all parents NOT TO KEEP LEARNERS AT HOME. Learners who absent themselves place tremendous strain on teachers as they collate marks to prepare end of term reports.
RAMADAN 2024
This year, Ramadan is expected to commence on 11th March 2024, and end on 8th April 2024, depending on the sighting of the moon. We wish all staff, parents and learners all of the best.
ADMISSIONS 2024
This is a gentle reminder to all parents that admissions for 2024 open on the 11 of March 2024 – 12 April 2024 . We are therefore encouraging parents who wish to enrol their learners in grade R,1 and 8 for 2024 to ensure that they register online as soon as the admission window opens for applications.
SGB ELECTIONS 2024
Parents are reminded that polling for nominated candidates is scheduled for the 14 March 2024, from 08.30 – 15.30 as per communique. All parents are encouraged to come along and cast their voting ballot. Please, remember to bring along a form of identification which is a requirement under the new regulations.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
“People with goals succeed because they know where they’re going.” — Earl Nightingale
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Feb 29, 2024 | General Notices |
INTER HOUSE SPORTS DAY 2024
On Wednesday the 28 February 2024 we concluded the inter house athletics competition. As in previous years the day was an enormous success at every level. The organisation and execution of all logistical plans was clearly evident on the day. Our learners made us extremely proud with their grit and determination despite their lack of physical prowess and a few top performers were clearly identified for future nurturing. In this regard all our teachers, support staff, Johnson security, the paramedic, SOLO FMC are worthy of thanks and appreciation. On this day our boys and girls have once again proven that when they purpose their mind and heart they can be quite entertaining and extremely well-disciplined. For that I thank you all boys and girls. Congratulations to the winning Red house on their achievement !
SURFWALK COLLECTING LIST 2024
We are encouraging all our boys and girls to continue to diligently seek sponsors for this major fundraising event of term 1. We have set a target of 80 K, which is well within the reach of the collective learner body based on our enrolment numbers of 847 learners collectively. The forwarding of the collecting lists has been at a snails pace. The following incentives are available for all learners
- A minimum of R100 – secures the learners seat on the bus. Families of more than 1 child are given a reduced rate for multiple siblings at the school.
- A minimum collection of R150 – secures the learners on the bus, with a slab of chocolate
- The top collector will receive a TV – LCD screen.
- Learners in the 350 – 500 category will have their names entered into a lucky draw to win a sweet hamper.
- The class who collects the most money will be treated to a free civvies day and hotdog.
FOUNDATION PHASE SPORTS DAY
On Saturday the 9 th of March 2024, Delta Primary will have a foundation phase Fun day ( grade (R-3). This is an open day for all parents of grade R-3 learners and we are encouraging parents to attend in support of their children. The teachers will be communicating operational plans and information during the course of the new week, please monitor the class whatsapp group chat.
UPDATED CONTACT DETAILS – URGENT REQUEST
We are appealing to all our parents to ensure that their contact details are updated when it is required. In instances where your cell no has changed, please be so kind as to inform the teacher so that our records may be updated accordingly. We are challenged in cases of emergency when learners take ill as we often cannot contact parents to inform them via a telephone call. To parents who have updated their details we say thank you!
ADMISSIONS 2024
This is a gentle reminder to all parents that admissions for 2024 open on the 11 of March 2024. We are therefore encouraging parents who wish to enrol their learners in grade 1 and 8 for 2024 to ensure that they register online as soon as the admission window opens for applications.
THE IMPORTANCE OF READING
It cannot be aerated enough, the importance of our learners to read on a regular basis. We have observed many learners in all grades struggling with very basic reading skills. In most of the cases the learning barrier can be changed with consistent reading in class and at home. We therefore wish to implore all our boys and girls as well as our parents to encourage every child to read every single day ( Monday to Friday).
It is a life skill that if left unattended will come back to harm the academic development of any child. Parents, please speak about this in your family time.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
`The greatest good we can do for others is not to share our riches with them, but to reveal their own`- Benjamin Disraeli.
BRAINTEASER
I am always hungry and will die if not fed, but if you water me, I’ll die. What am I?
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by hilton.palanyandi@deltaprimary.org.za | Feb 22, 2024 | General Notices |
SURFWALK COLLECTING LIST 2024
Be advised that we ostensibly have 2 remaining weeks before collectively lists must be forwarded to school. We are therefore encouraging all our boys and girls to continue to diligently seek sponsors for this major fundraising event of term 1. We have set a target of 80 K, which is well within the reach of the collective learner body based on our enrolment numbers of 847 learners collectively. The following incentives are available for all learners
- A minimum of R100 – secures the learners seat on the bus. Families of more than 1 child are given a reduced rate for multiple siblings at the school.
- A minimum collection of R150 – secures the learners on the bus, with a slab of chocolate
- The top collector will receive a TV – LCD screen.
- Learners in the 350 – 500 category will have their names entered into a lucky draw to win a sweet hamper.
- The class who collects the most money will be treated to a free civvies day and hotdog.
INTER HOUSE SPORTS COMPETITION
The event is scheduled for 28 February 2024 at the Solo Street facility. All parents are welcome to attend and support their children. A gate fee of R10 per adult and R10 for vehicles will be charged at the gate and R5 per child ( non delta) will be charged at the gate. We have arranged extra security to ensure all participants safety. Medical staff and an ambulance will be in attendance to attend to any health or injuries The sports day primarily is for our Grade 4 – 7 learners. Where parents can make arrangements for grade R-3 learners it would be greatly appreciated, so that we can best manage the day. Delta Primary Foundation learners will not be charged at the gate. Please bring along an umbrella and sun hat. Seating for parents will be indicated by the security marshals.
SGB 2024 – VALIDATION MEETINGS
Our first validation meeting for all categories of SGB is scheduled for 29 February at 13:00. I am therefore encouraging parents to nominate and second parents who are willing to serve on the SGB for 3 years. Please, ensure that the nomination form is duly completed as the school electoral officer (SEO) will only validate fully completed nomination forms.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen. `Michael Jordan`
Michael Jeffrey Jordan, also known by his initials MJ, is an American businessman and former professional basketball player. He played fifteen seasons in the National Basketball Association between 1984 and 2003, winning six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls
BRAINTEASER
I turn once, what is out will not get in. I turn again, what is in will not get out. What am I?
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