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Pre-Primary Weekly Memo
Dear Parents
With Mother's Day around the corner, we took a moment to reflect on just how special our moms are to us. From the comforting hugs to the early morning school runs, our little people know just how much they depend on their moms every single day.
It’s in the way they tie shoelaces, wipe tears, cheer from the sidelines, and tuck them in at night — always with love, patience, and strength. To our children, moms are magic. They are the safe place, the superhero, the biggest cheerleader, and the warmest hug all rolled into one.
From our little voices came the sweetest words this week: “My mommy makes the best food!”, “My mom gives the best cuddles!”, “She’s my favourite person in the whole world!”
This week and always, we celebrate the incredible moms who give so much of themselves , your love is noticed, needed, and deeply appreciated. Thank you for being the heart of your little one’s world.
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A Peek Into Our Week
A Peek Into Our Week
Grade 000
Grade 000
It was such a joy to welcome the Piglets and Tiggers back to school after our mid-term break. They returned full of energy and enthusiasm, ready to learn, play, and explore together.
Continuing with our farm animal theme, the children have had a wonderful time moving around the classroom and hall like different farm animals. They’ve also been learning the names of various farm animal babies, which sparked lots of excitement and curiosity. The stories What the Ladybird Heard and What the Ladybird Heard Next were firm favourites, captivating everyone with their fun characters and clever plots.
In our creative time, the children moulded clay to make little chicken nests with tiny eggs. Working with clay, which is firmer than playdough, was excellent for developing their fine motor skills and strengthening their hand muscles. They also explored different painting techniques using rollers, stamps, and paintbrushes. It was a delight to see them expressing themselves so confidently, problem-solving as they worked, and practising important social skills like sharing and taking turns.
As we head into the weekend, we’d like to wish all our wonderful moms a very Happy Mother’s Day. We hope you enjoy some special moments with your little ones on Sunday!
Slipper Day – In Support of Reach for a Dream
Slipper Day – In Support of Reach for a Dream
Slipper Day was met with great excitement as our children arrived dressed for comfort and a cause! In support of the Reach for a Dream Foundation, many learners came to school wearing their favourite slippers, with some even arriving in cozy pajamas. The atmosphere was filled with joy and warmth, as the school embraced the spirit of giving in a fun and meaningful way.
From snuggly slippers to fluffy gowns, our little ones proudly participated in raising awareness for children facing life-threatening illnesses.
A big thank you to all who supported this initiative, it was a wonderful day of compassion and comfort.
The Jungle Adventure Concert (Grade 000 - R)
The Jungle Adventure Concert (Grade 000 - R)
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Jungle Adventure Concert, where our little performers will take you on a wild and wonderful journey through the jungle!
To manage the event smoothly and ensure everyone’s comfort, there will be 110 tickets available per show, and it’s strictly first come, first served.
To book your spot, please use the correct Google Form link that matches the date and time you plan to attend. All Grade 000 to R learners (not the Crackerjacks) will be performing in the same concert, which will take place twice a day on 29 and 30 May.
Each performance will be the same, repeated four times in total, and each show has its own booking form to help us manage unreserved seating accurately.
🎟️ Booking is essential – once the 110 tickets are booked for a show, the form will close automatically.
📅 Booking Links (please choose carefully based on the correct date and time):
Jungle Adventure Photographs (Grade 000 - R)
Jungle Adventure Photographs (Grade 000 - R)
The concert photographs will be taken on the following days:
14 May: May Play Photographs – Grade 000 & R
15 May: May Play Photographs – Grade 00
All concert attire will be provided.
Please make sure your child arrives at school on time. We'd like to ask that temporary tattoos be avoided, as they are quite noticeable in the photos and can take away from the overall look.
Parklands College Preparatory Faculty presents DreamWorks Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR.
Parklands College Preparatory Faculty presents DreamWorks Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR.
DreamWorks Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. features original music and lyrics by George Noriega and Joel Someillan, and book by Kevin Del Aguila.
As the show opens, we learn that Marty the zebra may be celebrating his tenth birthday at the Central Park Zoo with his friends Alex the lion, Gloria the hippo, and Melman the giraffe, yet he longs to experience life outside of the zoo’s walls. When Marty eventually escapes, his animal friends from the zoo pursue him into New York City. After reuniting, the animals are chased by the police, and ultimately felled by tranquilliser darts. They awake, trapped in crates, on a ship, which, through a series of events, is thrown off course. Upon reaching land, the animals discover they have been shipwrecked on the island of Madagascar. Ultimately, it is only in being so lost that they can begin to discover where they really belong.
Every Grade 4 - 6 learner as well as every Grade R - 3 dancer is getting ready to Move it! We hope to see you join in the fun too! Ticket Sales are now open! Book here via Quicket.
Cake Sales – A Monthly Treat!
Cake Sales – A Monthly Treat!
Each grade has the opportunity to contribute to a cake sale, and the children eagerly look forward to their special treat. We ask that cupcakes, popcorn, crisps, muffins, etc. be sent to the class on the allocated cake sale date. Please ensure all items are nut-free and do not include sweets.
To keep appetites in check, we recommend that children spend no more than R2 at the cake sale. You may send R2 on the day in a sealed envelope/packet or prepay for the term (R6 per term, R24 for the year).
16 May: Grade 00 Cake Sale
We appreciate your support in making our Cake Sale a success! If you would like to contribute by sending in baked/bought goods or snacks, please complete this form.
We have space for 8 parents to help sell treats on the day. If you would like to volunteer, please complete the form below.
Cake Sale - Parent Volunteer Sign-Up
Thank you for your support!
Health
Health
Thinking about the flu shot.pdfRegistered Nurse- Amy Dolley
Library Adventure
Library Adventure
MEETING ROSLYNNE TOERIEN
Our Grade R’s had a great experience when they joined the Junior Preparatory learners in the hall for an author visit. Roslynne Toerien hails from KZN and is a trained teacher, who knew exactly how to keep her young audience entertained. She introduced her books and then shared The Speedy Six Olympics in an interactive way which involved the audience throughout - they even got to do a Cheetah Rap. The children were fascinated by the speeds that different animals achieve. What a treat!
If you would like to add some of these stunning books to your home library, they are available from local booksellers. The books can also be ordered and delivered to school. Please call Nicole on 064 530 6693 or email nicole@thebookbox.co.za.
Elise Crouse - Librarian
2025 Dates
Please note that there has been a slight change to the 2025 dates indicated in blue below:
Provisional dates for 2025
Summer Quarter: 20 January – 28 March
Autumn Quarter: 08 April- 25 June
*Mid-term break: 29 April – 2 May
Winter Quarter: 22 July – 23 Sept
Spring Quarter: 14 October – 05 December
Important Dates - Autumn Quarter 2025
Important Dates - Autumn Quarter 2025
11 May: Happy Mother’s Day
14 May: May Play Photographs - Grade 000 & R
15 May: May Play Photographs - Grade 00
16 May: Grade 00 Cake Sale
23 May: Grade 00 Occupational Dress-up Day
28 May: Build your burger with Chef Kerry
29 May: 09:00 - 10:00 May Play (Grade 000 - R)
29 May: 10:30 - 11:30 May Play (Grade 000 - R)
30 May: 09:00 - 10:00 May Play (Grade 000 - R)
30 May: 10:30 - 11:30 May Play (Grade 000 - R)
30 May: Extra Mural Comments
31 May: Open Day
1 June: International Children’s Day
Happy Birthday Kerry Kemp
2 June: Happy Birthday Chanay De Klerk
International Children's Day- Movie & Pop Corn (Grade 000 - R) in the hall
Crackerjacks Music & Marshmallows in their classes
13 June: Reports sent to parents
15 June: Happy Father’s Day
16 June: Public Holiday: Youth Day
17-20 June: Report Feedback Meetings Grade 0000 - R
20 June: Grade 000 and Crackerjacks Cake Sale
24 June: Winter Olympics and R20 ‘entry’ fee towards Grant Pienaar Foundation
25 June: Last day of the quarter
29 June: Happy Birthday Litho Voxeka
Parent Business Directory
Parent Business Directory
College parents are able to list their businesses in our Parent Business Directory for free – www.parklands.co.za/parent-business-directory/.
Should you be interested in marketing your business to over 1000 families, email: marketing@parklands.co.za to get started.
All listings will be subject to the College’s final approval.
This week's feature business is...
To all our wonderful moms—thank you for your endless love, strength, and care.
The bond you share with your little ones is truly one of a kind, and we see its beauty every day. Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, and special moments.
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