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Prefect Camp

The Union High School Prefect body of 2019 / 2020 went on their prefect camp to Skietfontein Lapa, near Somerser East, from 4 to 6 October.

A muddy obstacle course, paintball shooting and many other teamwork activities had the prefects out of their comfort zones and facing their fears. It gave them time to bond as a team and trust each other in all they do.

Good leadership, punctuality and motivation were shown as key success factors of a team. At the end of the camp, the prefects voted for the heads of the school, whom will be announced at the Senior prize-giving on 11 October.

Sport Results

Cricket Results: U/15A vs Despatch

Well done to Union’s u/15A cricketers who beat Despatch by 59 runs today (Saturday, 5 October).

Union’s best batsmen were Sisipho Arnols (31) and Laythan Carelse (21).

The best bowlers were Hlaki Skepe (3 for 20 in 6 overs), Daniel Nel (3 for 14 in 4 overs) and Rhuze Hendricks (3 for 5 in 3 overs).

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Valedictory 2019

Friday, 5 October, was an extra special day for the matrics, their parents, special guests and Union’s staff, as all came together for the Class of 2019’s Valedictory Ceremony.

Once everyone had gathered in the school hall, Headmaster Mr William Pringle extended a warm welcome to all, after which Deputy Headboy Khanya Butshingi and Deputy Headgirl Zintle Maki led the devotion.

In response to the Headmaster’s address, Head Prefects Peter Watermeyer and Jenna McNaughton spoke …on behalf of the class, delivering touching farewell messages.

The Class of 2019 then presented a song, ‘I was here’ by Beyoncé and a slideshow of their years at the school to those gathered.

The ceremony ended with the Grade 12s leading out and continuing a tradition which started last year, where each learner rings the Centenary Bell.

The matrics then enjoyed tea in the Tony Burrell Union, joined by their parents and the school’s staff, after which they took leave of the school by walking through a guard of honour, created by the rest of the school’s learners.

We wish our 2019 matrics all the best as they prepare for their final exams!

View photographs in the “Farewell, Matrics” folder on our FaceBook page.

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HAH Prefects 2020

We extend our congratulations to the girls who have been chosen as the leaders of Union’s Herby Arnott House for the coming year.

They have already taken up their duties, working in tandem with the Grade 12 prefects until they start writing their final examinations.

They are: (front) Jade Shires (Headgirl), Lauren Rose-Innes (Prefect) and Ayden Brown (Deputy Headgirl). They will be assisted by monitors (back) Soyama Mbetshu, Kaydn Retief, Hannah Watermeyer and Primrose Mutapati.

Sport Results

Annual Cross-Country

Union High School’s learners enjoyed their annual inter-house cross-country meet this afternoon (Wednesday, 2 October).

The school is fortunate that our main sports facilities are bordered by beautiful surroundings that allow our cross-country runners easy access to a series of runs catering for all ages and abilities from our own doorstep.

This annual event, which is aimed at increasing participation in competitive sport, sees everyone taking part with a chance to win points for their House, in a competition that is both keenly contested but also fun.

All age groups ran separately and staff were impressed with the levels of enthusiasm, fitness and commitment to this event – all learners should be proud of their efforts.

After tallying all the points accrued by the respective athletes of Arnott House and Daly House during the recent inter-house cross-country event, Daly House emerged the winner with 88 points to Arnott’s 84.

Girls u/11 3km:

1. Jemae Davids

2. Amy Waddelow

3. Kimberly Menos

13:52:82

13:54:45

14:41:70
Boys u/11 3km:

1. Daniel Short

2. Neelon Fourie

3. Josh Arends

13:02:87

13:04:20

13:05:20
Girls u/13 4km:

1. Lisakhanya Menos

2. Sisipho de Vos

3. Kenza Neill

23:20:15

23:45:47

23:58:27
Boys u/13 4km:

1. Alutha Wesi

2. Camran Swartz

3. Dylan Kivedo

18:47:15

19:32:28

21:27:05
Girls u/15 4km:

1. Drew Dobinson

2. Brigette Oelofsen

3. Tessa James

3. Alexander Imrie

20:48:97

24:23:61

29:09:51

 
Boys u/15 6km:

1. Siya Badiwe

2. Corniel Vorster

3. Ivan Murray

28:17:07

30:05:09

31:52:30
Girls Open 4km:

1. Sanja du Plessis

2. Micela Loock

2 Donné Marais

2. Jenna McNaughton

20:30:67

24:25:30
Boys Open 8km

1. Matthew Carelse

2. Iviwe Ndamane

3. Brett Amsterdam

34:55:98

41:16:86

47:23:47
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HAH Matric Girls Treated

The Grade 12 girls at Union’s Herby Arnott House recently enjoyed a relaxing spa break at the Africology Spa at Drostdy Hotel.

The afternoon saw the girls take full advantage of the spa’s leisure facilities, with the world-class therapists sweeping them off their feet.

This was the ultimate way to unwind for the girls in anticipation of the final exams that lie in wait…

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Roses Of Hope For Cancer

Union High School’s Interact Club has undertaken to support the Graaff-Reinet Cancer Association with their ‘2000 Roses of Hope for Cancer’ project this October.

The Graaff-Reinet Cancer Association hopes to sell 2 000 artificial roses (at R20 each), which will then be “planted” on the lawns of the NG Grootkerk on Friday, 18 October, between 07:00 to 18:00 by their purchasers.

The rose closest to a predetermined secret spot will win its owner R5 000. At 18:00 the secret spot will be revealed and the winner announced.

The members of the Interact Club would like to assist the Cancer Association by helping them to sell the roses.

Roses can be ordered from Interact members (at R20 each) from tomorrow, 4 October, to Thursday, 10 October, during first break (09:40 – 10:00).

Parents, friends of the Union Schools and Old Unionites wishing to support this endeavour can do so by transferring the money for the roses they wish to purchase to the Graaff-Reinet Cancer Association’s bank account. The details are as follows:

Name of Bank account: Graaff-Reinet Cancer Association
Name of Bank: FNB
Branch Code: 210216
Account number: 62005169570
Reference: Rose UHS Interact

Proof of payment can be forwarded to deputy@unionschools.co.za so that the buyer’s details can be captured on the list of orders.

All the roses are numbered and must be collected on the day at the church where they will be planted by their purchaser. A cancer survivor will plant the roses of those who are out of town on the 18th or who are unable to attend.

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Pool Ready And Set For Summer

Union High School’s swimming pool, which underwent extensive maintenance and repair work during the winter months, is finally ready to help beat the heat this swimming season.

The first lesson of the season, held yesterday afternoon (Thursday, 3 October) was terrific, with 25 excited learners taking the plunge and getting back into action.

An enormous word of thanks is extended to everyone who worked tirelessly to get the swimming pool ready for use, especially to Mr Donald Kingwill and his hardworking ground staff.

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Old Unionites For Life!

On Tuesday evening, 1 October, Union High School’s Grade 12 class of 2019 were welcomed into a new chapter of their Union story as they were inducted into the Old Unionites Association (OUA).

Held at the Tony Burrell Union, this annual event saw all the matrics gathered together for what might most-likely be one of the very last times they will be spending time together as a class.

The Grade 12s were welcomed by Headmaster Mr William Pringle, after which they were addressed by guest speaker Mr Kevin Watermeyer, an OUA committee member and father of this year’s Headboy, Peter Watermeyer.

Mr Watermeyer shared with the learners some very special words of wisdom, encouraging them to always return to their Alma Mater and to remember the values instilled in them during their years at Union High School.

The evening culminated in each Grade 12 learner receiving a OUA lifetime membership card and a small gift, where after they were all treated to a tasty dinner.