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The Citizen
19-06-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
PS Secondary raises R12 388 for charity
The Young Ambassadors' Programme led by South Coast Hospice and the Rotary Interact Club drove three major fundraising initiatives – Happy Feet, Sprayathon and the Butterfly Project at Port Shepstone Secondary recently. The Sprayathon garnered much appreciation. Learners paid to have their hair sprayed in bold colours, the organisers were left richer for the experience to co-ordinate and work as a team, while still raising money for hospice. All proceeds were donated to hospice towards their palliative care services for those in need. The Butterfly Project included several mini fundraisers to raise awareness for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. The Young Ambassadors adorned themselves with an item of green, in keeping with the month's theme. The club executed their duties with enthusiasm by selling green butterfly ribbons, raffle tickets, bringing a plushie to school tickets (this was a means of advocating for comfort when struggling with mental health), and photographs could be taken with the huge butterfly wings lent to the school by hospice for the event. Another popular fundraiser was Happy Feet by the Rotary Interact Club, where students bought tickets to use 'anything but school shoes' to school for the day. The SPCA was the worthy recipient of the proceeds from this drive. Overall, R12 388 was raised for charity. The school gained a new motto for the month: Be positive. Be change. Be green. HAVE YOUR SAY Like the South Coast Herald's Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Speech contestants showcase eloquence
The month of May was rather busy for the Department of Languages at Port Shepstone Secondary, as learners from Grades 8-12 prepared for the annual language speech contests. Learners competed in two categories – the prepared speech and the impromptu speech. These participants were well supported and eager for the rich experience, to develop and showcase their eloquence and speaking abilities. The school thanks the adjudicators and the coordinators for their time and valued expertise. HAVE YOUR SAY Like the South Coast Herald's Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
01-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
New appointments at PS Secondary
An exciting week unfolded at Port Shepstone Secondary with the announcement of promotion posts. Charmaine Joseph, a seasoned geography teacher, began her career in Durban in 1988 and in 1992 she returned to her alma mater, but this time as a teacher. Since 2013, she served as departmental head for Social Sciences and Skills and was promoted to deputy principal this month. Her flair for the subject and passion for her career have remained undiminished over 37 years of valued teaching. Aside from her experience and her industrious nature, she has always strived to keep the school flag flying high. In addition to her scholastic credits she has been identified as a lead teacher in the Ugu District, is a national moderator for DBE SBA and is an investigator on the National Senior Certificate examination irregularity panel. Denish Ramarak Latchman, a teacher knowledgeable in his field of study, began teaching in 2007. He was transferred to the school in 2015. This month his sound work ethic and valuable traits as a leader earned him the promotion as departmental head for Commerce and Life Orientation. The annual IsiZulu Speech Contest took place last week. The school is proud of all learners from Grades 8 to 12 who participated. The team headed by Mandisa Mhlongo ensured that the contest was of a high standard and left the adjudicators impressed. HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
22-05-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Motivational speaker inspires at PS Secondary
Cammi Govender, a Mrs Bold semi-finalist delivered a motivational speech at Port Shepstone Secondary last week. Her key note message was prompted by the colour green that she wore, which served to remind learners of the fundamentals such as being kind, being a ray of hope and supporting one another through upliftment and resilience. Her message was well received and learners were attentive during the informative address. The newly-formed Interact Club was also introduced to the learners. The hard-working and ambitious team members are currently busy planning fundraising and environmental campaigns. The school has no doubt that this strong team will assume their leadership roles and duties with distinction. HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
