J.G. MEIRING HIGH SCHOOL 20011/12

1 MEIRING high SCHOOL 20011/12 _____ Address: Merriman Road GOODWOOD 746O Telephone: 021 591 3131 Fax: 021 592 2920 E-mail: Headmaster: Mr T. Linderts Deputy Headmasters: Mr MJ Ferreira Mr PG Rossouw Secretaries: Mrs R Haarhoff Mrs G Stoumann Finance: Mrs A Roestoff Mrs A Bezuidenhout Office hours: 7:30 - 15:30 SCHOOL Day: 08:30 - 14:30 (Grade 11 and 12) [Friday 13:30] 07:45 - 13:45 (Grade 8 to 10) [Friday 12:45] (Throughout the year) Time Table: In a cycle of eight days, a SCHOOL day comprises 6/7 periods, each of 46 - 56 minutes, with two 20-minute breaks. CONTENTS PAGE 1. LOOKING BACK .. 1 2. ETHOS OF SCHOOL .. 1 3.

2 SCHOOL POLICY AND ENROLMENT REQUIREMENTS .. 1 4. SUBJECT CHOICE .. 2 5. EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES .. 3 6. GUIDANCE .. 3 7. GRADE HEADS .. 3 8. EXAMINATIONS, TESTS AND PARENT EVENINGS .. 3 9. PTA: PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION .. 4 10. ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL .. 4 11. TUITION FEES .. 4 12. SCHOOL UNIFORM: STOCKISTS .. 4 13. SCHOOL SONG .. 4 14. SCHOOL RULES .. 5 15. CODE OF CONDUCT .. 5 -11 1 1. LOOKING BACK Goodwood Secondary SCHOOL , as we were first named, opened on 18 January 1954 with 8 teachers and 88 pupils. The buildings were inaugurated on 23 August 1956 and named after Dr MEIRING , at the time Superintendent General of Education (1953-1959). MEIRING has since grown into a prominent high SCHOOL boasting a proud record and excellent facilities.

3 2. ETHOS OF THE SCHOOL Our motto - SEMPER NOSTRA OPTIMA - reflects the prevailing spirit of our SCHOOL for we sincerely try to awaken in our pupils a perception of reaching up and out, of dedication and of giving unstintingly of oneself in order to emulate the worthy achievements of the alma mater. 3. SCHOOL POLICY AND ENROLMENT REQUIREMENTS The following SCHOOL policy and requirements for enrolment have been duly accepted by the Governing Body. Policy: MEIRING high SCHOOL is a dual-medium SCHOOL . We aim at developing the whole child - stimulating the desire to learn, fostering spiritual values and guiding pupils towards intellectual, physical, emotional and social independence so that they may become mature and responsible adults who can take their place in society with confidence.

4 We therefore pledge ourselves to: professional teaching of the highest level possible; a healthy balance between curricular and extra-curricular activities; and the nurturing of Christian values and lifestyle, although we respect the principles of other religions; to whoever can furnish proof of benefiting from it; who, together with parents/guardians, undertake to uphold and respect the authority and ethos of the SCHOOL , as well as the languages of instruction; and who, through scholastic ability, behaviour and attitude will emulate the high standards of the SCHOOL and uphold her good name. Enrolment Requirements: Although preference is given to applicants living in the predefined catchment area, and applicants whose siblings are already enrolled at JG MEIRING , we wish to maintain good relations with other schools in the area.

5 Learners are, however, enrolled on a first-come first-served basis. Application forms will be forwarded on request and enrolment should be completed before the end of the third term at the latest. Grade 7 learners in our feeder schools, however, are given full particulars and application forms as a matter of course during the second term. Applicants are required to submit all documents listed in Section A of the enrolment form. An applicant's age may not exceed the mean of a grade by more than TWO years. The maximum age for admission to a grade is therefore: Grade 8 : 15 years Grade 9 : 16 years Grade 10 : 17 years Grade 11 : 18 years Grade 12 : 19 years The parent(s)/guardian(s) of an applicant must agree to honour any financial obligation as prescribed or amended by the Governing Body.

6 Should an applicant for some reason require financial assistance and signed for at the SCHOOL . Such application will be duly submitted to the Governing Body. , application forms must be collected 2 Applicants and parent(s)/guardian(s) must undertake to subscribe to the accepted traditions, norms and SCHOOL rules of MEIRING high . No learner, parent or legal guardian shall at any time initiate or participate in any activity or action which will subvert or disrupt the good order of the SCHOOL . In order to benefit from the teaching program, an applicant must be adequately proficient in both English and Afrikaans. The SCHOOL uniform (as prescribed) is compulsory. 4. SUBJECT CHOICE GENERAL: A minimum number of learners may be decided upon as a pre-requisite before a particular subject is offered in a particular grade.

7 The number of learners taking certain subjects will unfortunately also have to be limited. In Grade 9, admission into university / teachers colleges and admission into courses at a university, college, technikon or technical college are fully discussed with the learners. Parents are welcome to contact the Life Orientation teacher directly if they have any queries in this regard. Further subject prerequisites: Mathematics: All Grade 10 learners have to take either Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy up to Grade 12. Computer Application Technology If permission is granted in Grade 9, Computer Application Technology can be taken as subject as from Grade 10 at our SCHOOL or Information Technology at a Centre after hours.

8 Grade 8 and Grade 9 1. Language, Literacy and Communication: English and Afrikaans 2. Mathematics 3. Human- and Social Sciences 4. Natural Sciences 5. Economic- and Management Sciences 6. Technology 7. Arts and Culture 8. Life Skills Grade 10 and Grade 11 1. English Home Language 2. Afrikaans First Additional Language 3. Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy 4. Life Orientation 5. History OR Consumer Studies OR Computer Application Technology OR Physical Sciences 6. Life Sciences OR Business Studies OR Computer Application Technology 7. Geography OR Accounting OR Visual Arts Grade 12 1. English Home Language 2. Afrikaans First Additional Language 3. Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy 4.

9 Life Orientation 5. History OR Consumer Studies OR Computer Application Technology 6. Life Sciences OR Business Studies OR Computer Application Technology 7. Geography OR Accounting OR Visual Arts 3 5. EXTRA-MURAL ACTIVITIES Sport: Learners are expected to take part in a summer and a winter sport. Those who do not participate deprive themselves of an enriching experience. Practices take place after SCHOOL . Summer sport: Athletics (boys and girls) Cricket (boys only) Tennis (boys and girls) Golf (boys and girls) (Venue: Parow Golf Club) Indoor Hockey (girls) Winter Sport: Cross country (boys and girls) Golf (boys and girls) Hockey (girls) Netball (girls) Rugby (boys) Soccer (boys) CULTURAL AND OTHER ACTIVITIES * Chess * Cultur al Society * Debating Society * Educational outings and tours * Eisteddfod * * SCHOOL magazine ( MEIRING Echo) 6.

10 GUIDANCE Provision is made on the timetable for Guidance classes during Life Skills periods, when learners are given study guidelines and guidance in the choice of subjects and careers. 7. GRADE HEADS Each grade has a teacher-in-charge. Assisted by the deputy grade head, these teachers look after the particular interests of their grades. Parents may feel free to contact a grade head at any time. 8. EXAMINATIONS, TESTS AND PARENT EVENINGS A system of continuous assessment is being followed by which marks are given for all predetermined projects, tasks, tests, etc. to determine a year mark for each learner. Parents receive a progress report quarterly. Examinations and official tests are scheduled as follows: TERM 1 : Grades 8 - 12: write tests per subject TERM 2 : Full exam for all grades plus tests TERM 3 : Grades 8 - 11: write mini examination plus tests Grade 12 : Mock matric exam plus tests TERM 4 : All grades write the final examinations During the SECOND and THIRD terms parents are invited to discuss the progress of learners with subject teachers at a PARENTS' EVENING.