News of 28 January 2025

GRADE EIGHT CAMP

The Grade 8 camp included an introduction to our clubs and Societies, interaction with the prefects, laughter, bonding, talks, activities, a PTA brunch and becoming part of the Collegiate community.

GRADE EIGHT RITES OF PASSAGE

The Grade Eight Rites of Passage Assembly was held where they officially become ‘Girls of the College’ as their Matric Old Pot put their blazer on them and they helped each other put their name badges on. It is a special time of pride and connection between the two grades. The Grade Twelves also received their Matric badges and recited the Matric pledge, formally recognising them as the leaders of the school. The Rites of Passage follows on from the Grade Eight Camp The last weekend. The camp included an introduction to our Clubs and Societies, interaction with the prefects, laughter, bonding, talks, activities, a PTA brunch and becoming part of the Collegiate community.

TENNIS

The First Team Tennis traveled to East London to take part in the Merrifeild Tournament. Despite the grueling heat, our girls played exceptional tennis which resulted in being placed 4th overall. We are appreciative of thank you to Miss Reynolds and Mr McLahlan for accompanying the team.

Results:

Collegiate vs Ooskus 48 - 9

Collegiate vs Stirling 28 - 38

Collegiate vs Kingswood 33 - 25

Collegiate vs DSG 17 - 38

WATER POLO

Our First Team Water Polo participated in the Brian Baker Tournament in Makhanda. Placed 4th in our pool, we won the cross-pool game. Despite playing well, we ended 16th overall. We are grateful to Mr Zondani and Mrs Posthumus for accompanying our Water Polo players. In local fixtures, the Second Team Water Polo won against Pearson and drew with Woodridge while the U/15A won against both their competitors.

Collegiate vs Glenwood 5-7

Collegiate vs Alexander Road 18-0

Collegiate vs Hudson 7-4 and 5-7

Collegiate vs Herschel 3-9

Collegiate vs St Mary's 4-6

Collegiate vs DSG 2-8

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VIOLINISTS

We are extremely proud of our Violinists who were selected for the Eastern Cape String Orchestra Senior Course in December 2024. Our learners were joined by String players from all over the Eastern Cape and auditioned to form part of the orchestra. The managed the challenging parts well and made Collegiate very proud at the combined ECWO-ECSO concert, which is an orchestra only for learners of Music Level 4 and higher and ages 15-26