Welcome to Parkrand Primary
School
Welcome to the Parkrand Primary School “family”.
Our school is characterised by a friendly, happy atmosphere in which learners are encouraged to develop :
Intellectually
Morally
Spiritually
Physically and
Socially.
Parkrand Primary School offers and maintains a high standard of education, sport and spiritual guidance.
Enabling learners to form solid basic foundations and life skills
This assists in stimulating personal growth and well being
Resulting in a positive influence in their future years of education
Strong ties are formed between school and home
Parents, learners and teacher should work as a team
With this in place 2 things happen :
1. Every child begins to realise his / her true potential
2. The world begins to unfold and the child starts to discover, explore
and grow.
Mrs. Moodley HOD
Guidance
Mrs. Van Loggerenberg
HODComputerLife Skills Arts and Culture
Mr. Poole HOD
English Technology Gr
7
Mr. Koekemoer HOD
Social Science
Mrs. Ebersohn – Deputy Head
HOD Intersen Phase
Natural Sciences
Technology Mathematics
Mrs. Smith – Deputy Head
HOD Afrikaans
Mr. Schunke – Headmaster
HOD EMS
Mrs. Rorich HOD
Foundation phase
Mr. KotzenHOD Sport
Mr. Schunke – Headmaster
Mrs. Smith – Deputy Head
Mrs. Ebersohn – Deputy Head
HODIntersen Phase
Grade R Mrs. Paterson
Grade 2Mrs. Lourens
Grade 1 Mrs. Griffiths
Grade 3Mrs. Fourie
Grade 4Mrs. T. Louw
Grade 6Miss
Bezuidenhout
Grade 5Miss Steyn
Grade 7Miss
Groenewald
GRADE HEADS 2014
SCHOOL MANAGEMENT TEAM Principal Mr. B. Schunke
Deputy Principals Mrs. A. Smith
Mrs S. Ebersohn HOD (Foundation Phase) Mrs. Rorich HOD (Intersen Phase) Mrs. Ebersohn
Mrs. Van Loggerenberg
Mr. Poole
Mr. Koekemoer
Mr. Kotzen HOD (Guidance) Mrs. Moodley
OFFICE STAFF
Bursar Mrs. Bartie
Credit Controller Mrs. Kieser
Money collection Mrs. Botha
Principal’s Secretary Mrs. Bygate
Secretary Mrs.
Willemse
Secretary Mrs. Viljoen
COACH MARYKE COACH KIKI COACH ARMAND COACH KHAYA COACHES
MRS PATERSON MRS HILL GRADE r
MRS DUVENHAGE MRS GROENEWALD MRS IRVING MRS GRIFFITHS GRADE 1
MRS LOURENS MRS LOCHENBERG MRS KRYNAUW MRS HUGHES GRADE 2
MRS MCEVOY MRS BARSKE MRS RORICH MRS FOURIE GRADE 3
MRS STEAD MRS NEL MRS T. LOUW MISS VAN DER WALT
GRADE 4
MISS DE BRUIN MRS VAN LOGGERENBERG
MISS STEYN MR V. LOGGERENBERG
GRADE 5
MR KOTZEN MISS BEZUIDENHOUT MRS M. LOUW MR POOLE GRADE 6
MISS GROENEWALDMR GROBBELAAR
MRS GARDINER MRS VAN WYK MR KOEKEMOER GRADE 7
MRS GOVENDERMRS HORNE
MRS WILLIAMS MISS COUTTS MRS GOUWS ASSISTANTS
COMPUTERMR BOTHA
Support classMRS THORNS
MRS BYGATE MRS WILLEMSEMRS VILJOEN
MRS BOTHA MRS KIESER
MRS BARTIE Admin
MR HEYNEKEMR BYGATEMRS MALOPOMR MAPHOSA
MR MAPITSIMR MOGQALIKECHRISTINAHLINA
MR RAMOTLOUMR YENDE ELIA MRS THEMBA
MRS MATSHIKAMR MADISAMR MOGANA
Ground staff
HEADMASTER:MR SCHUNKE
DEPUTY HEADS: MRS SMITHMRS EBERSOHN
Guidance:MRS MOODLEY
ORIGIN OF PARKRAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
It’s name is taken from the suburb in which it was built
The school was established in January 1976
(Leeuwpoort street)
New premises was built on 1st May 1979
BADGE AND THE MEANING THEREOF
Symbol of the badge
In the centre (Protea) = Parkrand identifies itself with openness and takes it’s place in identifying with the whole nation of South Africa
The Laurel Wreath
A roman symbol of conquerors and victors echoing the motto “Only the best”
The colours of the school
Gold – Untapped potential in all learners & resources of gold embedded in earth’s crust.
Blue – Immeasurable sky and potential a learner can achieve, in his / her future calling.
White – the purity of norms and values upon which the school’s foundation of discipline rests.
Only the best
Learners and educators are expected to do their level best in all spheres according to their abilities.
Parkrand Primary strives to :
Bring out the best in every person
Help and assist those with problems
Guide and motivate the under achiever
Give praise where praise is due
Support those who really do their best
Give rewards for achievements
Enrich and motivate outstanding learners
Create an academic atmosphere in class
Be prepared and maintain discipline at all times
Keeping learners occupied intelligently
THE MISSION STATEMENT
At Parkrand Primary School we strive to
create a challenging secure environment
allowing for the development of an enquiring
mind, consideration, confidence and
contentment in all our pupils.
THE VISION STATEMENT At Parkrand Primary School we endeavour to generate a school
atmosphere where each child counts individually. We will strive to assist each child in reaching his / her full potential through providing quality education and instilling values which are of a high standards. The school will provide, and pledges, a high academic standard and takes pride in encouraging all of it’s learners to become involved in all spheres of it’s life. The educators pledge to provide learners with a truly holistic and well rounded education.
The learners pledge loyalty to the school. They promise to uphold the code of conduct, respect the disciplinary code of the school and endeavour to participate in events which lend themselves to sporting, cultural or academic spheres of life. At Parkrand we promise to strive to be “Only the Best”.
PHILOSOPHY OF PARKRAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
The school is designed for the sole purpose of educating children.
Our primary task is to help children to think and to communicate effectively, using basic skills and knowledge learned in the classroom.
We believe that each child should be motivated and required to do their best.
We concern ourselves with :
Intellectual
Physical
Emotional
Spiritual and Social growth of our learners to help learners to become effective citizens
We believe that the home is most important social group
We welcome and encourage the co-operation of parents in accomplishment of our mission.
SCHOOL PLEDGEThis is my school
It is composed of people like me …
We make it what it is.
It will be friendly – If I am
It will do great work – If I work
It will be happy – If I am happy
Therefor, with the help of God.
I shall dedicate myself to the task of being all of the things
I want my school to be.
OBJECTIVES OF PARKRAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
To equip each child with necessary life skills to make a meaningful contribution to the community.
Encourage an attitude of goodwill and respect towards others.
Attract and retain best educators within their fields of expertise.
Keep school grounds and equipment used at as high a standard as possible.
Maintain stable enrolment – meeting expectations of parents, learners and educators.
SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY Parkrand Primary School is managed and controlled by a Governing
Body consisting of 12 members:
Parent Members:
Mr. Seely Chairman
Mr. Motssen Vice-Chairman
Mrs. Nunn Secretary and discipline
Mr. Vigus Brown Head of Finance
Mrs. Benjamin Aftercare
Mr. Coleman Safety, security, ground and buildings
SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY (CONTINUED)
Educator Members:
Mr. B. Schunke Principal (Manager)
Mrs. A. Smith Deputy Principal
Mrs. S. Ebersohn Educator (Communication)
Mrs. C. Bartie PS Staff - (Representitive)
FUNCTION OF SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY
Promotes best interest of the school and strive to develop quality education for all learners.
Adopt a code of conduct for learners at school
Administers and control school property, buildings and grounds
Prepares and manages a annual budget of the school
Enforces, by process of law, payment of school fees.
Ensure and maintain effective channels of communication between SGB, educators, parents and learners.
Services the school with commitment, pride and enthusiasm.
A word from Mr. Seely (Chairman)
WHAT IS A SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY?
An Elected Board that governs the management of the School.
WHO PARTICIPTES IN THE SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY?
The Principal and the elected Parents, who are elected every 3 years by the Parents or Guardians of the Children in the School.
WHAT IS THE FUNCTION OF THE SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY?
Decide on an Admissions Policy
Set language Policy
Determine what religious practices will be followed in the school.
Adopt a Code of Conduct for Learners and Disciplinary Procedures
Set out a Constitution on how the SGB will operate
Maintaining and improving the Schools property, buildings and grounds
Determine Extra Mural Curriculum
Buying of Text Books, Educational Material and Equipment
Paying of services to the School
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
It is compulsory that learners comply with uniform regulations.
Please ensure that your child’s uniform is clearly marked.
GIRLS
Summer: Blue and white check dress, white socks
Black school shoes
Blue and white aliceband or scrunchie (navy blue)
Winter: Blue tunic, white shirt (long sleeves and tie) OR grey trousers, long sleeve, white shirt and tie
Navy aliceband or scrunchies in hair
Navy socks
Sleeveless pullover
SCHOOL UNIFORMS (CONT.)
BOYS.
Summer: Navy blue shorts, white open neck shirt
Navy blue socks with two yellow bands, black shoes.
Winter: Long grey trousers with a black belt
Long sleeves white shirt with tie
Blue socks with yellow bands, black school shoes
Sleeveless pullover
WINTER ADDITIONS
Navy jersey with gold stripes, bomber jacket with school badge on it, drimac with school badge on it.
Power / Balance bracelets are strictly forbidden at school.
Watches should be a reasonable size:
only silver,
black,
gold,
brown straps are permitted.
It will be confiscated if it is found that a child is wearing one.
WINTER ADDITIONS (CONT)
Girls may wear simple, undecorated gold or silver “sleeper” earrings OR small round gold or silver studs.
Nose rings are not permitted.
Boys may not wear earrings at all. Jewellery or items which are of a religious nature may
only be worn with provision of a letter from the learner’s parent or guardian.
A name & number must be provided to contact the relevant religious leader, to verify the necessity of wearing the item.
Earing with dangling attachments and shaped studs are not permitted.
WINTER ADDITIONS (CONT)
Learners hair may not be dyed, coloured or highlighted in any way.
Girls: Hair may not hang in the eyes Hair that touches their shoulders MUST be tied up. Long braids must be tied into a ponytail.
Boys: Must have a short “back and sides” type of haircut. Hair on their head may not be longer than 3 fingers
in length and fringes one finger above the eyebrows
PHYS EDUCATION UNIFORMS
It is compulsory that each learner possesses a Phys Ed uniform.
Uniform:
Pair of navy blue boxer shorts. An open neck t-shirt (Phys Ed t-shirt, navy blue,
displaying the school’s badge) House shirts are compulsory for all sport events.
(Purchased at school)
CIVVIE DAYS
Certain days are earmarked to raise funds for the school e.g SPCA.
A cost of R5.00 is charged on Civvie days.
What to wear:
Learners dress in blue jeans (length below the knee or longer) and the house t-shirt.
Unless it is specified otherwise.
Colder days learners may add the school jersey or the school drimac.
Hair is styled as it would be on regular school day – no make-up.
UNIFORM SUPPLIERS
3 Official uniform suppliers :
1. The Peephole 3. Leisure wear
Market street K90 Centre
Boksburg North Rand Road
Tel no: Boksburg
(011) 917 – 9685 (011) 823 4055
OR
2. Early Worx
Shop 18 Roraima Centre
Elspark
Germiston
Tel no: (011) 893 - 0005
UNIFORM SUPPLIERS (CONT) Swop-shop (2nd hand uniform shop)
This second hand uniform shop is run by the school.
The shop is open on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 08:00 – 10:15
EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES
From grade 1, all learners are encouraged to participate in extra mural activities offered at Parkrand Primary school.
An extra mural timetable is issued to all families at the beginning of the term.
This timetable indicates the days, times and teachers involved.
Parents are responsible for collecting their children immediately upon return from matches
EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES Parkrand Primary offers
murals:
Athletics
Netball
Soccer
Cricket
Tennis
Cross Country
Hockey
the following extra
Chess club
Choir
Eisteddfod
Scripture Union
Drama/Concert
Handball
SCHOOL HOURS
Grade R: 07:30 - 13:00
Grade 1 and 2: 07:30 - 13:20
Grade 3 – 7: 07:30 - 13:50
NB!
Learners not involved in extra murals must be fetched from the waiting area.
Learners may not wait for parents on external boundaries of the school.
This is for learners safety.
If learners are late they should report to the main office entrance.
Their names will be recorded in a “late-comers” file.
ENTERING AND LEAVING SCHOOL PREMISES
Learners may use the Wassenaar Road (main entrance) and Plomer Road gates.
If learners have to cross the road, it is compulsory to make use of the scholar patrol.
Grade 1 and 2 learners being collected by after-care centres are met at the entrance gate.
Parents are requested not to wait near the classroom – it distracts both educator and learner.
EARLY DEPARTURE
Parents must report to the office.
Learners will be called from the classroom.
Parents are required to sign a release form before the learners may leave the school grounds and to physically collect their children from the front office.
AFTERCARE CENTRE
Contact persons: Mrs. Hill and Chetty Contact no : (011) 896 4730
071 405 6521 Open daily form 13:20 – 17:30 Parkrand learners only Lunch and snacks are provided Homework supervised (parents to check that
homework is completed) Enrolment forms available at the office.
MEDICAL AND MEDICATION
Our policy involves the following: Should a child feel sick at school they will be sent to
the sick room and the parents will be notified Serious injuries will be dealt with by paramedics
and parents will be informed immediately. In terms of Gauteng Department Education rules
and regulations, we (as Parkrand Primary and educators) are not allowed to administer any form of medication.
Always inform the administrative staff of a change of address, telephone number, etc.
MEDICAL AND MEDICATION (CONT)
The following must be brought to the schools attention (in writing):
Medical requirements Allergies Epilepsy Hemophilia Diabetes Serious asthma cases or any diseases which
may place learner’s life in danger. Learners who have medic-alert bracelets must
wear them at all times.
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
School attendance is compulsory. All absenteeism must be explained, in writing,
on the day the learner returns to school. Absent for 3 days or more – support with a
medical certificate. Attendance at school functions, such as:
concerts, inter-house galas and athletics is compulsory.
If they cannot attend, for legitimate reasons, a letter form the parents is required.
PARENT’S EVENING & REPORTS
At the end of term 1 and term 2 dates are given to parents when the parents evening will be held.
On this evening an opportunity is given for general discussions about educational progress.
Term 3 parents evening is by invitation only!!!
Please attend these meetings, they are regarding the aspects of the child’s education.
NEWSLETTERS
Each learner will be provided with a newsletter file.
The control sheet in the front of the file should please be signed by you as parent.
It is each parents responsibility to check and read newsletters.
HOMEWORK Homework is regarded as an extension of class work. We ask that parents supervise the homework and
not do it for the children. Advance notice is given for assignments, projects,
etc. and learners should plan their work. Parents are requested to sign homework diaries daily. Homework is an important tool and helps the
educator to reinforce and consolidate skills and concepts taught in class.
At 13:45 the day’s homework will be read to the class. Learners must ensure they have written it down.
Parents must check and sign homework diaries daily
Absent learners must find out what the homework is.
SCHOOL TERMS FOR 2014
Term 1- 15 January 2014 – 28 March 2014
Term 2 - 7 April 2014 – 27 June 2014
Term 3 - 21 July 2014 – 3 October 2014
Term 4 - 13 October 2014 – 10 December
2014
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Human Rights Day 21 March
Good Friday 18 April
Family Day 21 April
Freedom day 27 April
Public Holiday 28 April
Workers day 1 May
Youth Day 16 June
National Women’s Day 9 August
Heritage Day 24 September
Day of Reconciliation 16 December
Christmas Day 25 December
Day of Goodwill 26 December
TEXTBOOKS / EXERCISE BOOKS / STATIONERY
Textbooks, readers and media center books (library books) are the property of the school.
A deposit of R150.00 is payable for readers.
When the reader has been returned in good condition, the deposit will be refunded.
Lost textbooks and media books will incur a replacement fee.
All readers and textbooks are to be covered in a durable, clear plastic.
A list of stationery requirements are issued to parents at end of each year.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
School bags:
Learners should have a suitable, schoolbag for carrying his/her books.
Suitcases or sport bags must be marked.
Navy blue/black bags are permitted with the school logo on.
Bicycles:
Bicycles remain the responsibility of the owner.
School will safeguard bicycles but cannot be held responsible for theft or damage.
Learners must lock his/her bicycle to the framework of the shed.
Learners should make use of helmets which can be kept in the home room teachers class.
Identification/Marking of personal property:
Items brought to school must be marked with learners name.
Items that are handed in to the office and is not clearly marked will be kept until the end of the term and donated to our second hand uniform shop or to charity.
PERSONAL PROPERTY (CONT)
Cellphones and electronic devices:It is not encouraged for children to bring these devices to school
If cellphones and electronic devices are brought to school, the following should be taken into consideration:
Cellphones must be handed in to the grade head at the beginning of the day, and collected at the end of the day.
If cellphone or electronic devices is found in the possession of the child during the school day, it will be confiscated for a week and a fee of R100 will be payable.
If a learner is engaged in any inappropriate behaviour on a cellphone, while in uniform, will be referred to the Disciplinary Committee.
The headmaster, grade heads and educators of Parkrand Primary will not accept responsibility for the theft, lost or damage of any cell phone or electronic device on school premises
TRANSFER TO OTHER SCHOOLS
Transfer to other schools:
If a learners has to be transferred to another school, the school must be notified in writing, in advanced.
A transfer card will be made out and issued to the learner once all school property has been returned.
MEDIA CENTRE
Media Centre:
The Media Centre consists of junior and senior sections.
It is open during second break and after school until 15:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Learners are welcome to use the media center to obtain information for assignments.
TUCK SHOP MENU
Tuck shop menu will be issued at the start of each new term.
Learners buy token every morning before school.
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME
A list of recommended therapists with contact numbers are available from Mrs Moodley on request.
These services include –
Speech therapy
Remedial therapy
Guidance and counseling
ACADEMIC AWARDS
Prize giving, certificates and awards : (Foundation Phase)
Certificates are awarded in learners in Grade 1, 2 and 3 for various achievements:
Numeracy trophy – Top pupil in numeracy in each grade
Creative writing trophy – Top pupil in each grade
OUTINGS It is part of the school policy that learners have the
opportunity to extend the learning experience to make visits to appropriate venues.
The following is necessary 14 days prior to the outing:
1. Photographs of all people on trip
2. The required departmental indemnity forms
3. List of the people on the trip and updated details of next of kin
4. The use of transport must be during daylight hours.
5. Medical Aid card/ID documents certified.
The documents as required in 1-3 above will be stored in school safe .
Parents should sign consent form for medical treatment approved by a medical practitioner
CONSENT FORMS
Before learners are allowed to accompany a teacher on any outing a consent form must be signed by the parent or guardian.
The form must be returned to the class teacher.
Without a consent form learners are not allowed to go on the outing.
YEARLY REGISTRATION FORMS:
Re-registration forms are issued to each learner during the third term.
Forms must be completed and returned by the end of July.
PHOTOGRAPHS: Photographs of learners are taken every
year:
Individual photos
Class photos
Group sport photos
Photographs are taken by “Sabra” and printed at a photography studio.
Parents will be notified when photos will be taken and the cost thereof beforehand.
MY SCHOOL CARD
We are privileged to belong to “Woolworths ‘My School Card’ System”.
My School card forms can be collected from the school office.
A percentage of parent’s total purchases are paid out to the school, so we urge you to please obtain you card and SHOP, SHOP, SHOP!!!
COMPUTER CENTRE
Our computer centre houses 40 computers.
Provision is made for learners to use the computer center during and after school hours.
We give learners every opportunity to become computer literate through various lessons offered.
COMPUTERS Learners are encouraged to use the internet, Encyclopaedias
etc. to gain information needed for a project.
Learners are not allowed to: download, print, cut or paste information.
Information must be summarised and written up in their own words.
No project may be typed.
No homework is given during the exam week.
If possible – no homework over the weekend – except to complete a project or to study.
COMPUTERS (CONT)
Examples of activities:
GRADE 1:
Perceptual activities Worksheets, revising
skills and concepts taught
Phonics Reading Spelling
GRADE 2:
Reading Spelling Worksheets,
revising skills and concepts taught
GRADE 3:
Spelling Reading Mathematics and English
homework worksheets Collection of articles for
learner projects Learning tables
FINANCIAL MATTERS
Any parent experiencing financial difficulties in paying school fees must please consult the credit controller at:
(011) 896-5123/4
ANSWERS TO YOU FAQABSENCE FROM SCHOOL
Please inform the school secretary if your child is ill and not present at school.
If your child will be absent for more than two (2) days, we require a letter to the headmaster to this effect.
AFTERCARE
You must sign your children out when you fetch them.
Failure to do so will result in you being charged for the full afternoon.
Aftercare for Grade R finishes at approximately 15:00
We encourage you to fetch your child at the end of his/her school day.
Aftercare is not a substitute for mom at home and the little ones are tired at the end of the day
FAQ (CONT)ASSESSMENTS:
Grade R: Receive two full reports: June and December
To meet individually with teachers: March and June
Class information evening: January
Portfolio day: September
Grade 1 – 7: Receive a report once a term
Events program will be sent to parents quarterly.
BIRTHDAYS
If you wish to celebrate you child’s birthday at the school you may supply individual portions cakes, cookies or other treats for all the children in the class.
Please chat to your child’s teacher about the arrangements a few days before the event.
Donate a story book to the Grade R library or Media Centre to mark this happy occasion – optional.
FAQ (CONT)
CLASS REPRESENTATIVE
One parent from each class is elected and form part of the PA
The PA help with communication between the school and other parents.
EQUIPMENT
Should puzzle pieces or other bits of the school’s equipment come home in your child’s bag or pocket, kindly return them.
At this stage, it is not viewed as stealing.
If you condone the action by not returning the items, a real problem could develop.
FAQ (CONT)
LOST PROPERTY
The lost property is kept in a box in the tuck shop.
Unclaimed items will be donated to charity at the end of each term.
Grade R – items are kept in the classroom.
Parents may collect items which are marked with the child’s name
LUNCHES
Please pack a healthy lunch for school each day.
Suggestions: Brown or whole wheat sandwich, fruit juice and a fruit.
Please do not include: Sweets, chocolate bars and fizzy drinks
FAQ (CONT)
MEDIA CENTRE
Learners use the library once a week.
They listen to a story and then each child may choose one of the selected books, provided he/she has a library book bag.
Lost library books: Parents will be asked to pay R150 towards the replacement of lost library books.
MESSAGES, NEWSLETTERS AND MAIL
Newsletters are placed in a flip file provided by the school.
Appears on the website and communicator (updated regularly)
Check regularly
FAQ (CONT)
OPEN DOOR POLICY
If you have any concerns, no matter how insignificant, please communicate these with the school.
Kindly make an appointment with your child’s teacher to discuss your concerns.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
We welcome your interest and involvement in our school.
Please feel free to discuss any problems or ideas with us.
We invite you to become involved in our different parent committees.
FAQ (CONT)
PERSONAL TOYS AND GAMES
Children are not permitted to bring their own toys and games to school – unless asked to do so by the class teacher.
SICK CHILDREN
Sick children are better off at home. Because children are often ill, we ask you
to co-operate on the following points: If the teacher notices that your child is
not well enough to be at school, she will contact you to fetch him/her.
FAQ (CONT)
NITS OR LICE
Children with nits or lice may not come to school
A clearance certificate from a doctor or municipal clinic is necessary before your child is allowed to return to school
The chemist will recommend special shampoo but all signs of nits must be removed – fingernails work better than combs on fine hair.
RINGWORM
Must be treated with an anti-fungal ointment and be covered if the child is at school and should stay at home until cleared by medical practitioner.
IMPETIGO
Must be treated with antibiotics by a doctor and be covered.
It is highly contagious.
FAQ (CONT)
CONJUNCTIVITIS (PINK EYES)
Very contagious
Before the child returns to school the eyes must have been:
Treated
Have not discharge
Many not be pink
CHICKENPOX
Contagious until all the spots have dried up and no new spots have occurred for 2 days
Takes about 2 weeks
We allow children to return once the scabs have fallen off so that the child does not have any open sores or bleeding where scabs are picked.
FAQ (CONT)
RASHES
Please check unexplained rashes with your doctor before sending your child to school.
Some may be allergic reactions, but other are contagious.
ASTHMA
A spare asthma pump must be kept at school in a clearly marked bag, with full instructions for use if need be.
Please hand to the class teacher at the beginning of the term.
Remember to keep the school informed of any allergies of food intolerance your child may have.
SCHOOL RULES FOR LEARNERS
Parkrand Primary School will strive to provide the educational opportunities this community has come to expect.
Learners should acknowledge their responsibility to themselves, their fellow learners, their educators and the school
The code applies during school hours but also whenever and wherever a learner may be identified as a learner of our school.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE
Learners who wear inappropriate clothing will have the offending items confiscated or be sent home to change into proper school uniform
HAIR
Hair may not be: dyed, coloured or highlighted
Hair may not hang in the eyes – girls may clip it back, boys must have a suitable fringe cut.
Girls
Hair that touches the shoulder must tie it up.
Long braids must be tied into a ponytail, and braids must not be too thick to tie neatly.
Boys
Must have a “short back and sides” type of hair cut – ears and neck must be visible.
Fringes must be cut at least one finger above the eyebrow
Hair on top of the head may not be longer than three fingers in length
No extreme hairstyles. Short and neat only.
No dreadlocks.
Braiding close to the natural hair colour.
Hair accessories must be plain blue, white or black.
No decorative hair accessories to be worn at all.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE (CONT)
TIES
Ties to be neat and worn with correct, length from the collar down to the trouser belt or skirt belt.
BLAZERS
School blazer must be clean and with no buttons missing.
No motifs or badges may be attached to the blazer.
Only badges of achievement will be allowed.
No learner may wear another learner’s blazer, showing any achievements they have not received.
Regulation drimacs or windbreakers may be worn ONLY if and when it is raining.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE (CONT)
SCHOOL TOURS OR SHORT TRIPS
School uniform must be worn
SPORTSWEAR
The yellow Parkrand T-shirt or any of the house shirts (red, green, blue and yellow) must be worn for all sport practices.
These are available from the school uniform shop
Tekkies are suggested for all sport practices.
Certain sports require more specific footwear – e.g. soccer – soccer boots
PERSONAL APPEARANCE (CONT)
BELTS
Boys – Black belts, no studs or other fancy buckles
Girls – Wear the correct belt with school dresses in the waist not on the hips.
SOCKS
Boys – Long navy blue school socks
Girls – Winter: Long navy blue school socks
Summer: White socks, folded over once
Socks may not be rolled over into or just above shoes!
PERSONAL APPEARANCE (CONT)ACCESSORIES
In winter – the following are permitted:
Beanies (navy blue)
Scarves (navy blue)
Gloves (navy blue)
These accessories are available from school
JEWELLERY
No rings, chains, string or rubber/plastic bands allowed, except SOS tag or Medic-Alert.
Crosses and rosaries may not be visible.
The abovementioned is also applicable for all extra-mural activities. Jewellery will be confiscated.
Only one wrist watch to be worn on arm. The watch must be conventional in design, i.e. no charms, attachments etc and must have a plain plastic, leather or metal strap.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE (CONT)
MAKE-UP
None!! – including lip-gloss.
This is also applicable to extra-mural activities.
SPORTS GATHERINGS
School tracksuit, school uniform or sportswear for the specific sport.
NAILS
No nail polish
Length: Nails must not be visible when palm is turned upwards
BEHAVIOUR
In school building, halls, classrooms, passages, verandas and any part of the building to which learners have normal access:
1. All movement is to be on the left.
2. No running, climbing onto the railing or furniture, or any such irregular behaviour.
3. Learners must vacate the building during breaks, and before or after normal school hours.
4. No fighting or playing inappropriate games liable to cause injury or damage to property; no learner shall behave in a rowdy manner or in such a way as to provoke other learners.
BEHAVIOUR
5. No smoking, or the use of illegal substances, by learners is permitted, with or without the parents’ knowledge or consent.
6. No litter is to be dropped by any learner.
7. Chewing gum is not to be used in this school
8. Learners may not sit on, climb over or hang on boundary fences, gates or railings
9. Cyclists: May not ride in the school grounds and must park their cycles in the slots provided
10. Educators and fellow learners will be treated with respect at all times
11. Any electronic devices will be confiscated if they are switched on, ring or are used during a lesson.
USING SCHOOL FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT
No learner may use any item of school equipment without permission
Though permission need not be given for the use and enjoyment of equipment and facilities obviously put out for general use subject to the rules below:
1. No learner shall willfully misuse any item of school equipment, or mark or deface it.
2. No notices may be put up without permission from the Principal or the responsible member of staff.
3. Learners shall not loiter in the toilets
USING SCHOOL FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT
4. Certain areas are out of bounds:
(i) The boiler room
(ii) The transformer rooms and all switch boxes
(iii) All rockeries and plant beds
(iv) The bicycle shed during school hours
(v) The parking area in front of the school and
(vi) Any area proclaimed out-of-bounds by the Principal or a member of staff
5. Special permission from the educator-in –charge must be obtained before learners may enter and use:
(i) The hall
(ii) The tennis courts
(iii) The sport fields
(iv) Reading corner
The use of these facilities is dependent upon strict observance of special rules applicable to them
USING SCHOOL FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT
6. All sporting equipment must be handled with due care, and may not be removed or handled without the express permission of the educator-in-charge.
7. Proper sports clothing shall be worn for the sport concerned.
8. Learners must adhere to the recognised code of conduct regarding the use of equipment and the facilities provided in the Media Centre and in the Computer Centre.
OUTSIDE SCHOOL
No learner of this school shall bring discredit on the school by any unseemly behaviour in any public place or at any other school. Therefore no learner is permitted:
1. To hitch-hike in school uniform or in company with another learner in our school uniform.
2. To smoke in school uniform or in company with another learner in our school uniform.
3. Learners using buses shall behave in accordance with the instructions of the driver, or a person officially in charge.
OUTSIDE SCHOOL
4. Cyclists to and from the school must know and obey traffic laws.
5. While representing the school at school or on an excursion, whether or not in school uniform, no learner may be in possession of alcohol or be in the company of a person in possession of alcohol.
THE PARENT’S ROLE / HOMEWORK
Every parent must have:
(i) A copy of their child’s class timetable.
(ii) A copy of the term program pasted on the fridge at home – remind your child of their daily responsibilities. This is also a reminder for the parent’s role in monitoring their child.
Parents must physically check every day that the child's schoolwork is done.
Parent must SIGN the child’s diary acknowledging that the relevant days homework has been done.
THE LEARNER’S ROLE
Learner MUST have a homework diary that has enough space to write in relevant information about daily school activities that overlap with working at home.
Diary must be in the learner’s bag every day.
A demerit will be issued if a diary is left at home.
Diary must be DATED.
Learner and parent have to check the diary every day.
Make certain that all schoolwork has been done / attempted and pack the relevant books for the following school day.
SUCCESSFUL STUDY
AN APPROACH TO SUCCESSFUL STUDY
1. Preparation for the final examinations starts on the very first school day of the year.
2. Cultivate an attitude that work is pleasant.
3. Create the right atmosphere for studying at home: no visiting during the week, silence and dedication for set periods of time during the day
4. Be motivated and work towards a goal
5. Real concentration requires harmony and peace of mind. Organize your life in such a way that it is free from conflict.
6. Perseverance, self-discipline, conscientiousness and motivation.
SUCCESSFUL STUDY
HINTS ON SUCCESSFUL STUDY
1. Develop real interest in your work.
2. Ensure that you achieve success. Success breeds success.
3. Concentrate each moment in the classroom and when working at home. Constantly ask yourself questions about the work.
4. Pay attention in the classroom and immediately question that which you do not understand. Never just listen.
5. Utilize your memory. To recall facts, they need to be imprinted upon your mind. Revise and repeat regularly and your mind will absorb the material.
6. Work regularly as well as effectively. Organize your time to accommodate both work and recreation.
7. Always do homework yourself.
SUCCESSFUL STUDY
A PROVEN METHOD OF STUDY
1. Get a general idea by quickly reading through the material.
2. Put questions to yourself about the material and write down main points.
3. Now read through the work with concentration, taking in detail. Find the answer to your questions and write them down. Write down the most important facts under the main points.
4. First memorize the main point with its important facts.
5. Now learn each main point with its important facts.
6. As soon as you are able to repeat the facts to yourself, write them down and check for correctness.
7. Check whether you know the answers to your questions.
8. Revise all the material again to get an overall picture.
9. If you find that you still do not know the work, repeat steps
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CODE OF CONDUCT: (FIND IN PROSPECTUS)
EDUCATORS
We pledge to:
Dress and act in a professional manner at all times.
Keep updated with developments in matters didactic, and to display preparedness and enthusiasm in all tasks pertaining to the profession.
Liaise and communicate with parents, learners and other educators, when necessary to obtain the best outcomes for all.
Promote the interests of Parkrand Primary School within the community whenever possible.
Prepare and equip learners, through child centered education, with life skills, in a secure and disciplined environment.
CODE OF CONDUCT (CONT)
LEARNERS
We pledge to:
Adhere to the rules of Parkrand Primary School.
Behave in an acceptable manner at all times so as not to disrupt, or impede the progress and enjoyment of others.
Work to the best of our ability.
Take pride in the School Uniform, and to behave in a manner becoming of, and a credit to, Parkrand primary School.
Participate with determination in the educational, sporting and cultural facets of school.
Be punctual
CODE OF CONDUCT (CONT)
PARENTS
We pledge to:
Be fully supportive of the school in all respects.
Ensure that our children are punctual, attend school regularly, adhere to the school rules, and are equipped materially for their education.
Assists the school in the promotion of the best interests of our children’s development and progress.
Inculcate, as parents, socially acceptable values, norms and morals in our children.
SCHOOL BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS
Parents who wish to pay school fees by direct transfer or cheque deposits, the banking details are as follows:
Bank: Nedbank
Branch: Sunward Place
Branch code: 19-04-42
Account number: 1904-147852
Account name: Parkrand Primary
Account type: Current
Reference: Your school account number
Kindly fax a copy of the deposit slip to the bursar on (011)9131252 and write child’s first name, surname and class on the slip
We hope your family’s association
withParkrand Primary
School will be All that you expect it
to be!