From the Principal's Desk
Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Students
As we close this term, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the parents’ and guardians’ unwavering support. Your commitment to your children’s education and your dedication to our school community have been invaluable. Your support of our staff and your timely payment of school fees have ensured the smooth operation of our school.
Our students have once again demonstrated their exceptional abilities. Their hard work and dedication in academics, cultural activities, sports, and service have made us incredibly proud. We commend them for their achievements and encourage them to continue striving for excellence.
I would like to remind you of the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). Please ensure that you attend as your presence is crucial to maintain a quorum. The Term 3 reports will be available for signing and collection at the AGM.
Regarding the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act (BELA), I understand that there may be some concerns. I want to assure you that these laws do not have a significant impact on the day-to-day delivery of the curriculum. Our school remains committed to providing a high-quality education and maintaining the highest standards.
I would also like to express my appreciation to our dedicated staff, both academic and support. Their hard work and commitment to our students have contributed significantly to their success.
As we enter the school holidays, I encourage all students to rest and recharge. However, I would like to remind our Grade 12 students that their final examinations are fast approaching. Please ensure that you continue to revise and prepare for these important exams.
Thank you again for your continued support.
General News and Happenings
Congratulations to our new Senior Council
Fourways High School congratulates the newly inducted councillor body for the 2024/2025 academic year!
We extend our warmest congratulations to the new senior council. We know that you will all carry out your duties with pride and represent our school with distinction!
We thank our outgoing councillors for their hard work and leadership in the last academic year, and wish them the very best for their upcoming Matric examinations.
Senior Council 2024/2025:
- Kian Naicker: Head Boy/President
- Liqhawe Baduza: Head Girl/Deputy President
- Danni Teasdale: Secretary
- Jessica Nanguia: Head of Culture
- Wonwoo Joo: Head of Service
- Seleka Tau: Head of Sport
Rivals with a Cause Fundraise a huge success
Fourways High was very proud to hand over a donation cheque to Melanie Nel of South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind, our chosen charity for this year’s #rivalswithacause initiative with Bryanston High School South Africa.
We are thrilled to announce that between the two schools, we managed to raise R34 500 for this “pawsome” cause!
We were joined at assembly by Melanie and puppy raiser Angel Conradie, along with the two special guests of honour, guide-dogs-in-training Solo and little Cami.
Thank you to everyone who donated money, time and effort to make this possible!
FHS student travels to US on academic tour
Grade 11 student Mahlohonolo Dhlamini will be actively participating in this Travel and Sport’s Academic Achievers Tour of the East Coast of the United States of America From 18 Sept- 29 Sept.
Mahlohonolo Dhlamini’s travel is sponsored by Shumani Industrial Equipment. As part of the tour she will attend private lectures and/or visits at MIT, Harvard, Yale University, Columbia and Princeton. She will be sightseeing in the cities involved; Boston, New York and Washington.
Well done Mahlohonolo! We are incredibly proud of you!
Alumni News
Congratulations to 2023 alumnus Anathi Kubeka who recently departed to study in the USA as part of the IAM360 student intake for 2024.
We wish her all the best!
D6 Communicator
We would like to encourage all parents and students to download the D6 Communicator on their mobile devices, to stay up to date with school news.
Fourways High School will be using this app increasingly throughout the year, to provide instant communication with parents on important information.
To download, please go to the app store of your choice (below).
Culture
Visual Arts Prizewinners
The Visual Arts exhibition for the Grade 10 – 12 PATs took place from 5 – 7 August 2024. We are proud to announce the following winners:
Top Exhibitor awards (Prizes sponsored by STADIO)
Grade 10:
- Moagi Molekwa – 84%
- Entleh Ndlovu – 79%
- Mia Simon – 76%
Grade 11:
- Danni Teasdale – 97%
- Lindiwe Mtimkulu – 91%
- Paige Holton – 83%
Grade 12:
- Armita Pirali – 86%
- Mikaela Theledi – 83.5%
- Emmanuel Jackson – 83%
- Hannah Dobson – 81.5%
Special Awards: Prizes sponsored by VEGA
Rising star: (Most developed artist over the year/s)
- Gr. 10 – Likhona Sithebe
- Gr. 11 – Chiamaka Ndudim
- Gr. 12 – Grace Roberts
Master of Materials: (Most advanced in multiple materials. Their exhibition shows the largest variety of materials)
- Gr. 10 – Riley Nauschutz
- Gr. 11 – Emily Lunga
- Gr. 12 – Bilqees Khumalo
Creative mind: (Most creative concepts dealt with in their art)
- Gr. 10 – Jaden Haywood
- Gr. 11 – Lindiwe Mtimkulu
- Gr. 12 – Kassandra Kokolis
Busy bee: (Largest body of work displayed at exhibition. This includes personal and SBA work. Only a Grade 12 or 11 student may be awarded this title)
- Busy Bee: – Chloe Meletiou – Grade 12
Art@The Manor
- Overall Grade 8 Winner – Evan Williams
- Overall Grade 10 Winner – Moagi Molekwa
- Overall Grade 11 Winner – Teagan Greyling
- Overall Grade 12 Winner – Chloe Meletiou
- Emmanuel Jackson and Jade Engelsman – Highly Commended Grade 12
- Lindiwe Mtimleulu and Danni Teasdale – Highly Commended Grade 11 artwork
Sport
Massive congratulations to our FHS athletes for their amazing showing at the Prestige athletics event! Your achievements are inspiring and we are incredibly proud of you!
- U17 Boys 800m: Gold Zammy Moyo (02:02); Silver Damian Brice (02:04)
- U19 Boys 800m: Silver Zamaswati Kgoatla, (01:59) and new PB
- U17 Girls 100m: Silver Madison-Lee Butzer (12:36)
- U17 Girls 200: Gold Madison-Lee Butzer (25:88)
- U17 Boys 1500m: Gold Zammy Moyo (04:34:72)
- U19 Boys 1500m: Bronze Zamaswati Kgoatla (04:36:25)
- U19 400m: Silver Tshegofatso Kokong (49:95)
