PETERHOUSE
BOYS' SCHOOL PETERHOUSE
BOYS' SCHOOL
Dear
Parents and Guardians
I hear that there are rumours circulating in Harare that there are problems of a racial nature at Peterhouse. While I acknowledge that Harare is probably the "rumour capital" of the world, I feel it is necessary to dispel such thoughts.
Sentiments are running high in Zimbabwe at the moment and sadly some are using racial differences "to fan the fire". While the boys are probably more sensitive to this issue than they were two or three years ago, I can assure you that there is not a "racial" problem at Peterhouse.We as parents and staff have a duty to educate our young to respect the cultural differences that exist. We at Peterhouse have "expectations" - these expectations are not influenced by cultural differences. When next you hear such talk please try to put the record straight or at least refer it to me so that I may have the opportunity to put it straight before it becomes damaging.
Mark Orders - Commendations
Congratulations to the following boys who received commendations for their first Mark Order of term.
A Block - M Henderson, K Munetsi, B Parikh, M Zanamwe
B Block - F Douse, T Mafi, J Mavetera, M Osman, V Shah
C Block - S Calderwood, G Chapman, T Kapfumo, T Rensburg, S Sanderson
D Block - J Gaisford, R Jacobsz, B Kingsland, P Thornycroft and S White
ATS/CHISZ Bursaries
I am very proud to announce that Jonathan Davy and Eric Matambo have won bursaries to study a teaching degree at Rhodes University next year. Of all those who entered for the bursaries, Jonathan and Eric were ranked first and second respectively. Well done!
Cell Phones
All parents are reminded that as we near public examinations, cell phones are banned at Peterhouse and Peterhouse Girls until the end of term. All boys will be given their cell phones to take home this weekend and they must remain at home until the end of term.
Superstar 2002 Competition
Congratulations to Tendai Chitapi on reaching the top 50 in this competition. We wish him success in the future rounds.
ZBC/ZTV Quiz
We hosted this quiz at Peterhouse last week. Congratulations to S Ndondo, K Chiposi and P Mutandiro on their efforts. Although they were the last three boys in their round, they did not qualify to win the first prize of $50,000.00.
The Jazz Band and the Music Dept. Dinner Dance.
This has been a hectic and successful term for our Jazz Band, thanks to the efforts of Mr Roger Hudson. The Band played at the Music Department Dinner Dance on Saturday 12th October. I was sad to see so few parents at the function, it proved to be a real tonic for those present. My thanks to Mrs Yiend and Mr Hudson for a most enjoyable evening.
Sportsman of the Year Dinner
This year we were privileged to have Mr Neil Jardine as our Guest of Honour. I would like to congratulate Carl Chambe, who was voted Sportsman of the Year 2002. I congratulate the Captains who spoke so eloquently about their particular sport.
Zimbabwe Age Group Cricket Teams
Congratulations to the following who will attend the final trials for the Zimbabwe National Age Group Teams on Friday and Saturday this week.
U14 G Ballance, J Gaisford, T Nyabonda and A Peebles.
U16 M Bentley, A Loubser, G Querl
U19 D Cloete and J Davy
5.3 Summary of Results
Bridge P W D L
1st 4 1 0 3
Juniors 4 3 0 1
Basketball
1st 6 4 0 2
U16 6 4 0 2
Chess
2 2 0 1
Interhouse winners - Founders
Cricket
Falcon 9 6 0 3
St John's 10 4 0 6
St George's 9 4 2 3
Outstanding performances at Cricket, St John?s and St George?s
St John?s A Buchanan U14 B?s 5 wickets
St George?s A Buchanan U14A?s 5 wickets
M Jobson U16B?s 6 wickets
G Querl U16A?s 106 runs
A Zwart U16A?s 5 wickets
R Jackson 2nd XI 5 wickets
Swimming
We won our home gala and were second to St John?s in the two other galas. Congratulations to our swimmers this term
Triathlon
Congratulations to R Broom who has won two U16 mini triathlons and to T Walraven who won the U18 section in the 1st competition.
Volleyball
Excellent results
P W D L
3 3 0 0
Waterpolo
Our teams have played a number of games and go from strength to strength. Thanks to Mr Nat Snook and Mr C Davison.
Thanks and congratulations to the members of staff involved in coaching, accompanying and officiating at matches this term.
Speech Day - Friday 8 November at 10.00a.m.
I hope that as many of you as possible will be able to attend Speech Day this year. Note that although we will not be providing buses to Harare on the Friday there will be buses to Masvingo and Chinhoyi departing at 0700 hrs and to Mutare departing at 12.30. Buses will run as usual on the return trip on Monday.
Springvale Campus Golden Jubilee 2003
Peterhouse, Peterhouse Girls and Springvale House will be involved in celebrating the Golden Jubilee of the Springvale Campus next year. Various events are planned and we need to complete our list of past pupils, staff and parents of Springvale School, Springvale House and Peterhouse Girls.
Please could you send the postal address or email address of anyone you know who has been involved with the three schools over the years. Addresses can be sent to the email address (springvale@mango.co) or c/o Golden Jubilee Springvale Campus, P. Bag 3774, Marondera.
Leavers' Ball- Saturday 23 November.
Tickets for this special occasion are limited and sales will close on the 21st October. If you still haven't purchased a ticket, please contact Mrs. Creigh-Smith at reception as soon as possible. Note that the raffle ticket sheets also need to be returned to the school by the 21st October.
CHIMS - Chimanimani Trip B Block
My thanks to Mr Ashley Denman, Mr Brian Foakes and those staff who accompanied our ?B? Block boys on their Chims. trip this year.
Appeal from the San.
The San. are looking for games like Monopoly, draughts, etc and magazines like the Readers Digest or any other suitable magazines for boys. If you are able to help in any way please send the games or magazines to school on Monday.
The television that is currently in use in the San.is very old and keeps breaking down. If anyone has a small television they would like to sell to the school, please contact the San. as soon as possible.
Thanks
Mr and Mrs Mattison for the very generous donation of Tobacco Scrap for our gardens. If any other parents are able to help in this way, it would be greatly appreciated.
Mr Steynberg for the use of his bulldozer to level the areas behind Tinokura and next to the 1st Team soccer field.
Your son will return home with the mid-term report, please make sure that you read it, sign it and return it on Monday. I take this opportunity to wish you all a happy weekend with your son and I do hope that those writing public exams will revise effectively over this week-end period.
Yours sincerely
J B CALDERWOOD
Rector
16 October 2002
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