From the Helm College Moment P1 [email protected]www.dgc.co.za Issue #61 “A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us; when troubles thicken around us, sll will she cling to us, and endeavour by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” - Washington Irving Our College Mothers are an integral part of the College tapestry, and today we pay tribute and honour them for the many wonderful things they do to support our school, and of course our girls. The Mums That Pray meet weekly and pray for our school and its safety, for the well-being of the staff and girls. Their loyalty and servant hearts are truly admirable. The team of Mums who spent many hours preparing and decorang the Centenary Hall for the matric dance, need to be acknowledged and congratulated. What a magical night it was for our girls and the memory of sparkle, friendships and fun will be a popular topic of conversaon in many reunions to come. Our Mothers are very special people. Their help at school funcons is enormous, the assistance the Grade 7 Mums gave us with costumes, props and make up at the recent school producon, “Tilly with a Twist”, was impressive. The support and encouragement they give their girls on the side of the sports field is appreciated. Their parcipaon in our Mums and Daughters acvies is applauded. There is so much to be thankful for, but how do you thank the very person who brought you into this world? How do you thank someone for being awake all night when you were sick, for feeling hurt each me you slipped and fell, for sacrifices made, and for a lifeme of nurturing, caring and affirmaon? This Sunday is Mothers’ Day, a day when we all get to tell this one person just how awesome she really is! Carol-Anne Conradie Head of Junior Primary 10 May 2019 “Your arms were always open when I needed a hug. Your heart understood when I needed a friend. Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson. Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fly.” - Sarah Malin
“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy andsudden fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us; when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavour by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds ofdarkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” - Washington Irving
Our College Mothers are an integral part of the College tapestry, and today we pay tribute and honour them for the many wonderful things they do to support our school, and of course our girls.
The Mums That Pray meet weekly and pray for our school and its safety, for the well-being of the staff and girls. Their loyalty and servant hearts are truly admirable.
The team of Mums who spent many hours preparing and decorating the Centenary Hall for the matric dance, need to be acknowledged and congratulated. What a magical night it was for our girls and the memory of sparkle, friendships and fun will be a popular topic of conversation in many reunions to come.
Our Mothers are very special people. Their help at schoolfunctions is enormous, the assistance the Grade 7 Mums gave us with costumes, props and make up at the recent school production, “Tilly with a Twist”, was impressive.
The support and encouragement they give their girls on the side of the sports field is appreciated. Their participation in our Mums and Daughters activities is applauded.
There is so much to be thankful for, but how do you thank the very person who brought you into this world? How do you thanksomeone for being awake all night when you were sick, for feeling hurt each time you slipped and fell, for sacrifices made, and for a lifetime of nurturing, caring and affirmation?
This Sunday is Mothers’ Day, a day when we all get to tell this one person just how awesome she really is!
Carol-Anne ConradieHead of Junior Primary
10 May 2019
“Your arms were always open when I needed a hug. Your heart understood when I needed a friend. Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson. Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fly.” - Sarah Malin
Our Grade 1 girls weredelighted to have their mums at school for the morning. They spent quality time together eatingM&Ms while asking each other special questions pertaining to the different colour M&Ms. What a fun "Mom and Me" activity!
The Grade 3 girls enjoyed their rather sticky,fun-filled, cake icing experience with their Mums.
Many a tear was shed as the girls expressed their feelings about their special Mums. Thank you, Grade 3, for another heartwarmingMothers' Day!
The Grade 00 and R girls were thrilled to celebrate crafting and pampering activities with their mothers.
The Grade 2 Mums and Maidens thoroughly enjoyed their Medieval tea. A highlight was theirspecialdance!
The Grade 00 and Rs alsoenjoyed wearing matchingoutfits with their Mums.
On Saturday, our High School Marimba Band and College House Marimba band took part in the annual Marimba Mania Competition at Ashton International College.
FAVOURITE SAYINGS IN GRADE 12Our Grade 12s have decorated theirrecreational room with a few favouritesayings heard in the classrooms of DGC.
"Amber, I will NEVER come between you and your Provitas" Mev Potgieter
"Send an emoji on the group" Mr McIver
"Times sixty!!!" Ms Harrison
"No come now my darling Emily" Mrs Pentecost
"...right ...... riiight" Mrs Goedeke
The SP Cross Country takes place on Fridaymornings at Bike & Bean. Such a beautiful wayto start the day.
Sienna Setzkorn competed in the Equestrian KZN leg of the DSA Challenge. She won the Warm Up and Qualifier Class and the DSA Challenge. She will represent KZN in the DSA Challenge.
Our U12A Netball Team participated in the Our Lady ofFatima U12A Netball Festival on Saturday. They played like stars and were unbeaten on the day. Well done, girls!
Our Concert Marimba band, Grade 6& 7 girls,participatedin the KZNManicMarimba Bandcompetition, on 4 May and were placed in 2nd place in their particular category. Well done, girls!
Erin Moodley has been selected forthe KZN U12AHockey team.
Kyra Jacobs achieved a total score of 31.15 out of 40, in the Durban North Gymnastics Club Competition.
Makayla Holmes proceeded to the next round of the Durban Dance Foundation Lady Lurgen Bursary.
Senior Primary
Our High School Marimba Band won theBest Stage Etiquette Award.
The College House Bandits won BestVariation of a Piece.
On Monday 6 May, we held an AwardsAssembly for HS Sports, Humanities andPerforming Arts. Well done to all the girlswho received awards.
“She is far more precious than rubies.” -Proverbs 31:10b
This verse comes from a long and lyrical description of a woman. In Proverbs, wisdom is often poetically described as a woman, and this famous poem is certainly a picture of awise and capable person. More than that, this is a person who is treating God as God - respecting Him, trusting Him and living in light of His promises. According to Proverbs this, above all other achievements, denotes a wise person. We therefore all have muchto learn from this example - it is not just for women. That said, with Mothers Day around the corner, it is worth reflecting on the ways in which the women in our lives have taughtus aspects of what is contained in this passage. Our mothers play a significant role of course, but there are other women who influence, teach, lead and shape us. The scopeand influence of mothering is wide! This weekend as we particularly consider thesignificant women in our lives we’d do well to remember that each one is indeedmore precious than rubies.
I am a relatively new College Mom, currently in our second year. I have a daughter in Grade 1 and in Grade 00 with a third little girl starting in 2021. Our family has been truly blessed joining the College family with both our girls settling in and loving school from the very start. They wake up excited each day to get to school, wear their uniforms (and hat!) with pride, learn from their loving and caring teachers and make special friends.
Walking into the Junior Primary is like walking into a warm and welcoming home – everyone smiles and greets you and I'm filled with joy at the creative art and inspirational quotes and learning material in the foyer. We are also grateful for all the fun and exciting interactive days like birthday rings, Valentine’s Day picnics, Mothers' Daymornings, Rites of Passage and Muffin mornings.
We love being a part of the DGC family.
Michelle Edgcumbe
Caley Rosenberg - Junior Primary Mom
We are so impressed with all that the school offers as our girls love to getinvolved and try new things from sports to musical instruments, baking during creative day and coding on their Bee Bots. I have loved beinginvolved as a Class Mum and a member of the Parents' Association, and getting to meet so many of the lovely mums around the school.
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SP RESULTS
EquestrianSienna Setzkorn competed in the KZN leg of the DSA Challenge in Children’s Preliminary Class. Results:Won the Warm Up Class, the Qualifier Class and the DSA Challenge Championship.She has qualified with the top ranking for the combined KZN Pony and Children’s Preliminary Riders Team, earning her a KZN Team pin. She will represent KZN against the other provinces in the DSA Chal-lenge. Well done, Sienna.
GymnasticsCertificate awarded to Kyra JacobsKyra Jacobs competed in the Durban North Gymnastics ClubCompetition: Saturday 27 April:She competed at level two in beam, floor, and vault:Total score: 31.15 out of 40Well done, Kyra
Outdoor Netball Wednesday 17 April: U10 & U11 teams played against Penzance Primary. Results are as follows:U10A lost 1 - 6U10B lost 0 - 8U11A lost 6 - 17U11B lost 5 - 8
Saturday 27 April: U10A Tournament at Fatima: vs Glenwood Prep lost 1 - 6vs Fatima won 2 - 1vs Maris Stella won 7 - 0vs Northlands lost 0 - 6vs Umhlali lost 3 - 5There was an incredible improvement over the course of themorning. Well played, girls!
Tuesday 30 May: vs Durban Primary U10A won 10 - 2U10B lost 0 - 4U11A won 12 - 2U11B lost 0 - 5Well played, girls!
Saturday 4 May: Netball Tournament at Fatima: Results: vs Fatima won 5 - 4vs Virginia drew 4 - 4vs Chelsea won 3 - 2vs Reddam Umhlanga won 8 - 2They played like stars and were unbeaten on the day.Well done, girls!
TennisMonday 15 April: DGC played the first league match against StHenry's B team and won 9 - 0. Well played, girls!
HockeyCongratulations to the following girls who made the Umlazi District Hockey teams. They attended the final KZN trials on Friday 26 April.U13B - Kitty RibbinkU12 - Julia Butcher, Olivia Verster, Erin Moodley
Outdoor HockeyErin Moodley has been selected for the KZN U12A Hockey Team. Well done Erin, we are so proud of you!
Music ResultsTrophy and certificate awarded: Concert Marimba BandConcert Marimba Band (Grade 6 & 7) participated in the KZN Manic Marimba Competition held at Ashton College: Saturday 4 MayAchieved 2nd place in Category CWell done, girls.
DanceMakayla Holmes, auditioned in the Durban Dance Foundation, Lady Lurgen Bursary. She proceeded to the next round, to showcase her solo performance. Well done, Makayla
HS RESULTS
Badminton2nd Team vs St Mary’s 1st Team: Lost 0 – 7
Squash1st Team vs St Mary’s 1st Team: St Mary’s won 3 matches to 1
TriathlonKayla and Kira Ribbink competed at Sun City Ultra Sprint Triathlon on Sunday 5 May.Results:Overall Male & Female 423 contestants Kayla 14th, Kira 15th. Female 155 contestants Kayla 3rd, Kira 4thU19 girls: Kayla 1st, Kira 2nd
KarateJade Reddy took part in a karate tournament on 4 May. She won two gold medals for Kata and Kumite in the U16 black belt division. Well done Jade on this fantastic achievement.
HockeyU14B vs Durban Girls’ High School: won 3 – 0U16B vs Durban Girls’ High School: won 1 – 02nd Team vs Durban Girls’ High School: won 3 – 1
Outdoor NetballSarah Andrews, Erin Girodo and Amber de Freitas all made it to the final round of KZN trials and Tanna de Freitas was selected to the U15 team.
Day 6SP: 14h15: Tennis League vs Glenashley: DGCHS: 09h00 - 14h00: Gr 12 IsiZulu Girls: Oral Moderations: Maris StellaHS: 11h30 - 14h00: Gr 12 Afrikaans PIT Produksies: Maris StellaHS: 17h45 - 20h00: Gr 10 History Evening: Miller Grove BuildingHS: Gr 10 - 12 National Accounting & Business Olympiad: Accounting Classroom
Day 7JP: 14h30: Gr 3 Netball Match vs Chelsea & Toti: DGCSP: 14h45: Netball Match vs Port Natal: Port Natal SchoolHS: 15h00: Hockey: U16 A vs Fatima: DGCHS: 17h30 - 20h00: Senior Olimpiade Gr 12 during GAP: SP Drama RoomHS: 17h00 - 19h00: Helen Joseph Oratory Challenge: Lecture TheatreDGC Finance Meeting: Trust House
Day 8JP: 18h00 - 20h00: Remedial Cluster group meeting: JP StaffroomHS: 14h40 - 17h00: SA Maths Olympiad second round: SP Drama RoomHS: 15h00 - 16h30: Cross Country League: Crawford College La LuciaHS: 15h00: Squash: 1st Team vs Westville: DGCHS: 15h00: Badminton: 1st Team vs Durban Girls’ High: Durban Girls’ High SchoolHS: 15h00: Badminton: 2nd Team vs St Mary’s: St Mary’s SchoolHS: 15h00: Netball Match vs Fatmia: FatimaHS: 18h00 - 19h30: Choir Festival: Clifton School: A Celebration of Music
Day 9SP: 08h00 - 11h30: Heads’ Curriculum Breakfast: St John’sHS: 16h00: Hockey: U16A vs Crawford La Lucia: DGCHS: 15h15: Hockey: U16B vs Crawford La Lucia: DGC
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Saturday 18
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Happy Mothers' Day
HS: Hockey League Matches 08h00: U14B vs Crawford La Lucia: DGC 08h50: U14A vs Crawford La Lucia: DGC 09h40: 1st Team vs Crawford La Luca: DGC WS: 10h30 - 12h30: Music Progress Concert: Lecture Theatre
