CLUBS AND SOCIETIES 2010

SRC drives Clubs and Societies at SP.

The formation of new clubs and societies at SP does much to enhance educational opportunities for our learners. The vision of the SRC is to see clubs run by students (with guidance from teachers). In this way students can broaden their horizons and, at the same time, develop valuable leadership and organisational skill. The list below will hopefully inspire students with other skills and talents to come forward and share their knowledge with fellow students at SP. Let us live the motto of our school: " NON MINISTRARI, SED MINISTRARE" - "Not to be served , but to to serve". Students are encouraged to join these clubs.(Andrew April (SRC chairperson 2008))

Students and teachers involved in running the various clubs had the following to say about what their clubs have to offer:

Interact Society                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     This society has as its objective a desire to instill an awareness amongst SP students about the plight of the homeless and struggling in the community; visits to orphanages, old-age homes and informal settlements are envisaged. Projects include clothing and blanket drives. tin-food drives, etc. Activities have included one-on-one sessions with residents of the hostel of the League of Friends of the Blind in Grassy Park and visits to the Red Cross Childrens’ Hospital and The Douglas Murray Home in Retreat. Members also assisted at the Constantia Rotary Club’s ‘One-to-One’ Programme for mentally challenged children at the Good Hope Centre, as well as at a street collection for charity. Thanks to the efforts of teacher co-ordinators Mrs Harriet Sampson and Ms Jill Friester, the school  received computers from the San Francisco Friendship Force. Two student members of the Interact Society, Lindsey Sadie and Aneeqah Baker, attended a Rotary Leadership Camp during the September holidays.

Amnesty International and History Club                                                                                                                                                                                                 Amnesty International is an international human rights organisation that was founded in 1961. Amnesty International (AI) appeals on behalf of victims of human rights violations, usually along the lines of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Amnesty is independent of all governments and political ideologies. Amnesty opposes any imprisonment that violates a person's rights to hold and express his/her convictions freely. It supports the right to be free from discrimination based on ethnic origin. sex, colour, religion and language

Beading Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       `Learn the basics of beading. Become an entrepreneur while meeting others with similar interests.

Book Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Reading and reviewing is an art. Come and join us as we unpack the ideas of authors and movie directors. Projects include inviting local authors and poets, sight-seeing, and of course visiting museums. studios and movie-houses. Laaiqah Holliday and Aneeqah Baker are two of the founding members.

Computer and Lan Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        We aim to promote multi-player video-gaming and networking and their benefits.

Choir                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The SP choir performs at various functions. We are indeed privileged to have Mr Reggie Dreyer - a well-known musician - to put us through our paces.

Christian Fellowship                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Offers various activities supporting the Christian ethos. The group is run by students. We see the school as a ‘boot camp’ for the world , where young people can develop their gifts, talents and callings to equip them as the leaders of tomorrow. Activities include workshops, motivational talks, learning more about the bible. hikes, camps and much, much more.

Debating Society                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       In ancient civilizations the art of public speaking, or rhetoric. was one of the most important subjects to be taught at school. This was to prepare young people to take their rightful place in a democracy. Today, too, it is equally important to debate and discuss a wide range of subjects in public. The gift of' the gab is not bestowed on everyone, but it is possible to learn to debate through practice and so, if you are keen to make your voice heard, or you would like to participate in disciplined group or panel discussions, please join our debating society. We plan to broaden our exciting activities to include quiz competitions on an inter-class, inter-grade, and inter-school level. SP students - to debate or not to debate?. Do not wait ! Let your voices be heard.

DARE (Dramatic Academy + Radio Embassy)                                                                                                                                                                                                   The drama society performs at school and participates in outside programmes such as Arts Junction. Students participate in various aspects of producing plays, including acting, directing, sound and set building. Students will develop confidence and improve their public speaking skills. Be expressive !!!

Environmental Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 To promote an appreciation - - a state of pride in our environment. Increasing our green footprint. Engaging in beach clean-ups + fynbos revival projects. Exciting news is that the Council has granted SP land at Princess Vlei on which to plant and care for our own fynbos garden. Look out for the signboard on the M5! During the third term members were involved in a project under the auspices of the City of Cape Town’s Green Audit Climate Change Programme. They conducted an audit of electricity and water usage at SP, as well as measuring waste accumulation and determining the school’s carbon footprint. There are five other schools involved in the project.

Entrepreneurs Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              The club aims at fostering the concept of entrepreneurship. Various activities related to promoting business skills such as running a coffee shop at school and manufacturing rings are organized. Students acquire hands-on experience in running a small business. This club operates under the guidance of Ms Fakier.

First Aid Society                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The aims and objectives are to empower all Life Science students with the basic knowledge of' how to administer First Aid in emergencies. A 6 hour basic course will be offered by qualified instructors from Red Cross and St John’s Ambulance commencing this term.

Muslim Students Association (MSA)                                                                                                                                                                                                               This club offers various activities supporting the Muslim ethos. These activities include workshops and motivational talks.

Photographic Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 See Mr Baumgartner and learn more about the fine art of photography. Earlier this year club members, accompanied by Mr Baumgartner, Mr Neethling, Ms Hendricks and ex-students Paul Solomons and Katherine Traut undertook a field trip to Kalk Bay.

Pool and Snooker Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Our intentions are to petition the SRC to purchase a pool or snooker table. We will then establish a league and organise tournaments.

Rock Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Have a passion for rock music? Be informed about gigs, concerts and how to play.

Scrabble Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Learn the art of word-building socially and competitively. We will participate in internal and external leagues this year.

International Youth Academy                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Interact with students from the Shetland Islands, Sweden, Germany, the Czech Republic and Japan on local and global issues. Activities include research , presentations and fund-raisers. And, oh yes, the opportunity to travel.

Hiking Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Our objectives are instilling an environmental awareness, love for the outdoors, and fostering sound and healthy lifestyles. Hikes will be undertaken in and around the Western Cape.

Hip Hop Society                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Learn the art of hip-hop and breakdancing.

Science Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Join us in space as we plan our next trip to the other galaxies !!! Just joking. Are you serious about science ? Are you inquisitive ? Want to know about atoms or Einstein's theory of relativity, and what's up at the Science Centre?  Promoting scientific thought, expo preparations and excursions are what we are about. See you there !!!

During the third term the Club visited the Tygerberg Hospital Museum, where they were exposed to advances made in Medical Research. They also enjoyed the unique experience of being inside an operating theatre. Members also attended a workshop on Genetics presented by the UCT Medical School. Click here to read the Committee’s report for 2009.

Water Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Our aim is to offer an alternative sport code to SP students and hopefully keep the dream alive of our very own swimrning pool. Our intentions are to become competitive through social swimming. Coaching available from WP swimmers.

Ice Skating Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Members visit the Grand West Ice-station at the end of each term.

Web Design and Publishing Club                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Learn the skills of web-page designing and assist the school in upgrading its website.

Jazz Band                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                The SP Jazz Band performs at various school functions. Guided by Dr Kronenberg.

(Updated 5 July 2010)