Exploring the cosmos from the comfort of our classroom! 🌌✨🚀
Grade 5’s VR Education takes us on an unforgettable journey through the virtual reality of the Planetarium🌠🔭🌍
On Tuesday 4 April, the actors of the Kwasah entertained us! Theatre Company, who came to share a very important message with our Grade 6 and Grade 7 learners. The play was titled: “The skin I am in” and is based on the storybook of the same name.
Through song, dance and rap battles, the cast taught the learners tolerance, diversity and most importantly – TO LOVE THE SKIN THEY ARE IN.
The play was amazing, vibrant, and necessary. We live in a world that all too often judges people on their looks, their choices and their abilities.
The children partook in the dances and the post discussions with the cast. It was inspiring to see that our learners paid attention to the actual message of the play, and that going forward they will not only love their own skin, but also try not judge or tease another person for their skin.
The play left the learners with much to think about and much to chat about.
Thank you Kwasha! For teaching, our learners’ valuable concepts like:
“Skin colour is only a problem if you make it a problem”
“Though my skin is a source of pride, it does not show you what is inside”
“All people are clever. All people are unique. Regardless of the skin they are in”
On Friday 3 March, the Grade 1’s had a dress up of their favorite Book Character. It was a fun morning for the learners and teachers.
Wishing a very Happy Africa Day to everyone. On this day, we must celebrate the freedom of Africa by learning to be responsible towards our country.
Making a difference this Mandela Day, our Grades 4 – 12 spent their 67 minutes making Jars of Hope for those in need and our Junior and Pre-Primary grades spent their 67 minutes loving writing messages and putting care packages together.
Siyabonga ngokuhlanganyela nathi izolo ebusuku!
Our isiZulu Cultural Evening was a wonderful success last night. Children were incredibly dedicated and the food was mouth-watering!
Thank you for the wonderful speech from our guest speaker, who is an alumni, Mvelo Mthembu.
And many thanks to our marist family for supporting this inspirational annual event at St. Henry’s! Siyabonga kakhulu!
Our Matrics of 2023 joined with fellow matrics from Our Lady of Fatima Dominican Convent School, Maris Stella School, Holy Family College Durban, St Benedict School and St Francis College, Mariannhill to celebrate mass at Our Lady of Fatima parish. Fr David Houbert was the main celebrant. His homily reminded the young people that God is a God of love and that he cares for each one of us.
All the matrics received a blessing as they look ahead to their trial exams.
Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration that occurs at different times of the year in Catholic schools in several countries across the globe. In Johannesburg, this week serves as an opportunity to recognise the value of Catholic education and the contributions that Catholic schools make to their communities.
The Impact of Saying YES
Saying YES means that you’re open to moving past your comfort zone and embracing a new challenge.
By saying YES, you naturally adopt a growth mindset, leading with your curiosity.
Before agreeing to a new obligation, we should think about the time this commitment will take up after hours, weekends or nights. Will there be increased stress from work?
If we still say YES to everyone and everything, we will have to think about how all this fits into our personal lives.
A balanced work / personal life is vital for optimal mental health and management of stress levels.
NO is a difficult word to say to our friends and colleagues especially when they need help.
Set boundaries and remember to prioritise your own wellness and happiness.
Make changes today. Make your physical, emotional, and mental well-being a priority.
Be Kind to Yourself
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