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INKXASO: Ndiyabaxhasa abanye nabo bayandixhasa. Siyancedana ukuze sikhule, sifikelele kwiinjongo zethu.
ONDERSTEUN: Ek ondersteun ander en hulle ondersteun my. Ons help mekaar om te groei en ons doelwitte saam te bereik.
SUPPORT: I support others and they support me. We help one another to grow and reach our goals together.
As we focus on developing a growth mindset this year, understanding the value of SUPPORT is helpful to put into practice. We also know that children learn values through observation and guidance from the people around them.
Children need role models of supportive behaviour. They learn how to demonstrate empathy and kindness by how we treat each other. We need to show them good examples of volunteering, helping and participating in community events that enhance positive interactions.
They learn to foster open communication, especially as they are learning how to identify and express their emotions and talk about their experiences. Reflecting on the diverse world we live in, they need guidance and support on how to respectfully create a sense of belonging for themselves and others. They learn from us the impact of contributing positively to a community through our interactions and supportive behaviour.
Let us always be mindful of the eyes that watch us constantly. Our Rustybugs depend on us to show them what support looks like. And where we get things wrong, as humans do, let them see the growth that comes from admitting our mistakes and learning from them. They need us to be real, not perfect!
Belinda Petersen
Principal
CONDOLENCES
CONDOLENCES
Condolences to Venessa Joseph on the loss of her aunt.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this sad time.
FAREWELL
FAREWELL
We bid a sad farewell to Dominique Maritz, Gr 5b Teacher.
Thank you, Dominique, for all you have done for our Rustybugs.
You will be missed. Please remember, once a Rustybug, always a Rustybug!
CONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONS: To ⭐Amy Erasmus⭐ for achieving PurpleZA Level 3! (15 badges)
EDUPULSE WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
EDUPULSE WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
On Friday, 22nd August and Saturday, 23rd August, Belinda Petersen, Khalipha Mgobozi, and Reyanah Manuel attended the EduPulse Women in Leadership Conference.
"We had the privilege of attending the EduPulse Women in Leadership Conference, which was an inspiring space filled with thought-provoking discussions, practical strategies, and powerful stories that celebrated the role of women in shaping the future of education. It broadened our thinking on ensuring our girls are truly future-ready, and highlighted the importance of collaborating with leaders and professionals from corporate and industry spaces beyond the school environment. We left feeling encouraged, equipped, and excited to bring fresh ideas back into our school community." Khalipha Mgobozi
"Attending the Edupulse Women in Leadership Conference was an inspiring and uplifting experience. It was powerful to see women coming together to share best practices, offer advice and discuss the way forward for education in the corporate world. What stood out to me most was the focus on teaching with purpose and the importance of supporting one another in this industry. The conference created a space of trust, understanding, and genuine connection – a true sisterhood of support. I left feeling encouraged, motivated and reminded of the impact we can make when we collaborate and uplift each other. It was not only about professional growth but also about personal empowerment and collective strength."
Reyanah Manuel
LUNCH & LEARN
LUNCH & LEARN
As part of our Staff Wellness, we are focusing on healthy eating. Last week’s Lunch and Learn was a delicious success, thanks to the amazing Mrs. Villet! She showed our staff how to turn one simple ingredient—a whole chicken—into five quick, healthy, and easy meals for the week. Each recipe was packed with flavour, included all essential food groups, and best of all, was designed to save time and reduce waste. From hearty salads to pastas and wraps, every dish was a hit!
More than just a demo, this session was an inspiring reminder of how simple it can be to make healthier choices for ourselves and our families. Huge thanks to Mrs. Villet for the practical tips, creative ideas, and seriously tasty food!
SUPPORTING LEARNERS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER WORKSHOP
SUPPORTING LEARNERS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER WORKSHOP
On Saturday 23rd August, Elize Cottrell, Roxanne Greeff, Phumza Jali, Nicolette De Klerk, Miskah Norton, Jodie Samuels and Gill Gildenhuys attended the ASD workshop at Sunlands Primary.
The valuable workshop, presented by the WCED Learning Support Advisors, focused on supporting learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
We’re very grateful for this opportunity, which gave us both insight and practical strategies to better support neurodiverse learners in our classrooms. The session helped deepen our understanding and will guide us in creating more inclusive and supportive learning environments for all our learners.
ADMIN APPRECIATION LUNCH
ADMIN APPRECIATION LUNCH
Yesterday our Admin Staff were treated to a delicious lunch to acknowledge and thank them all for everything they do for RGJS.
Thank you to all our Rustybugs for their cards of appreciation to the Admin Team.
AFTERCARE FIRST AID COURSE
AFTERCARE FIRST AID COURSE
Caring for our Rustybugs and upskilling our staff are always important at RGJS.
On Tuesday, our Aftercare Staff attended a First Aid Course.
SCHOOL NEWS
RGJS IMPORTANT DATES TERM 3 2025
ALL SCHOOL INFORMATION, INCLUDING THE FULL CALENDAR, IS AVAILABLE ON THE RGJS SITE
Disabled Access - Please don't hesitate to contact admin@rgjs.org.za if you require wheelchair access or assistance with access to our school campus.
IDT SURVEY
IDT SURVEY
Thank you to all our parents, guardians, learners and staff who completed the Greenlight Survey. Your participation is appreciated.
We look forward to sharing the results with the school community on Tuesday, 28th October. Details will follow shortly.
PARENT CONNECTION WITH OWEN HENDERSON
PARENT CONNECTION WITH OWEN HENDERSON
Thank you to all our parents and guardians who attended the engagement session with Owen Henderson on Thursday, 28th August.
We appreciate your input in helping us craft the next 5-year strategic plan for RGJS.
ASSEMBLIES
ASSEMBLIES
In the assemblies on Monday and Tuesday last week, our student teachers shared a message of resilience with our Rustybugs. The student teachers questioned our learners about what it means to be resilient.
The Uniform Committee learners shared information about a survey for our Grade 4 - 7s learners. The committee is looking forward to hearing from our Rustybugs!
The Uniform Committee also encouraged all our Rustybugs to wear their hats when outside. Spring is around the corner, and soon the weather will be warmer. Hats must be worn!
This week, our Admin Staff focused on our value for Term 3, SUPPORT. Lending a hand, supporting and helping others has an incredible effect on oneself. The message reminded our Rustybugs that, when we all support each other and show kindness, the impact on others is amazing. The bonus factor is that you feel amazing as well!
Literacy Week (2).pdfBEAUTIFUL BEASTS
BEAUTIFUL BEASTS
Get the popcorn ready, Beautiful Beasts on the big screen is here!
Thank you to David Fish for recording this wonderful production.
GR R OUTING TO IMHOFF FARM
GR R OUTING TO IMHOFF FARM
This week, our Grade R girls set off on an exciting outing to Imhoff Farm! The classes were abuzz with chatter and anticipation, and soon we were on our way, ready for a day full of farmyard fun.
From feeding the animals to overcoming a few brave little fears, the girls had a chance to experience farm life up close. There were giggles, wide eyes, and plenty of fun shared by all, including the teachers.
The highlight was watching our classroom learning come alive in the most wonderful way. The girls loved meeting the farm animals, asking questions, and discovering more about how they live and grow. Hands-on learning at its best!
And as if the animals weren’t enough, the girls got creative too, making the sweetest little bunnies from socks to take home as a special memory of the day.
It was truly a joyful and successful outing, filled with laughter, learning, and many lasting memories. What a treat to see our learning jump off the classroom walls and into real life!
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEAM
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEAM
On the afternoon of 22 August 2025, the second round of the Interschool General Knowledge Quiz was held at Edgemead Primary School. Our girls competed with 23 other schools in 13 rounds of rigorous General Knowledge questions. The categories included questions about Food, Art, Formula One racing, Geography, the South African Flag, Movie trivia and Greek Mythology, as well as two rapid-fire rounds.
Our girls performed well under pressure to successfully make it through to compete in the final round of the quiz, along with eight other schools.
Well done, GK Team!
Left to right: Sienna Somonetti 7c, Julia Cox 7c , Chloe Jones 7b, Lily Van den Berg 7b, Caroline Anderson 7b, Aida Mkuzi 6b.
POLLUTION WEEK
POLLUTION WEEK
The grade 3 girls recently embarked on an educational journey to raise awareness about pollution. Their project involved designing and assembling informative posters, which later served as visual aids for their English oral presentations. The girls worked diligently, diving deep into various types of pollution—air, water, land, and noise. They gathered materials, turning their thoughts into vibrant, eye-catching posters.
The classroom buzzed with excitement as they prepared their posters and orals.
The oral presentations provided a platform for them to explain the significance of their chosen pollution topic. In the end, the project was not just about posters but also about fostering a sense of responsibility towards the environment. Their hard work and creativity truly shone through, making this project a resounding success! So proud of their efforts.
Well done, Grade 3s!
LEARNING ABOUT CAPACITY IN GR 2
LEARNING ABOUT CAPACITY IN GR 2
Last Friday brought excitement galore,
Our Grade 2s discovered and explored!
With beakers and jugs, both big and small,
They measured capacity, learning it all.
Coloured water was poured with care,
Sand was scooped here and there.
Then came the popcorn, popping away,
Making maths fun in every way!
Through laughter and learning side by side,
Volume and capacity came alive with pride!
ART
WESTERN CAPE VIRTUAL ART EISTEDDFOD
WESTERN CAPE VIRTUAL ART EISTEDDFOD
This year, 28 learners from Rustenburg Girls’ Junior School participated in the Western Cape Virtual Art Eisteddfod. The girls did exceptionally well in this prestigious Eisteddfod and were commended for their outstanding art entries. Their creativity, and talent showcased their artistic skills and their artworks were filled with imagination.
Nakhane Mliswa 1c, Darcy Meintjes 1c, Gabriella Botha 2c, Lily Hampton 2b, Rouxlé Pretorius 2a, Eva Martyn 2c, Naledi Memela 2c, Azraa Jamdar 3b, Charlotte Hendry 3b, Emma Collyer 3b, Relebohile Litabe 4a, Elihle'ilizwi Bashe 4c, Imogen Fairweather 5b, Maya Villet 5c, Mila Brand 5c, Ayesha Rhoda 5c, Maryam Tayob 5b, Nadra Adams 6b, Chloé Robertson 6a, Umhle Madikane 6c, Saarah Dollie 6b, Liyanda Mainza 6b, Farah Sonday 7c, Milan Morkel 7a, Steffanie White 7a, Ella Green 7a, Hanaa Jamdar 7b and Madeleine Plummer 7b.
Well done, girls, on contributing to the success of the art department in this year’s competition!
Miss Ludik
Lily van den Berg 7b
CAPE LEOPARD TRUST ART COMPETITION
CAPE LEOPARD TRUST ART COMPETITION
Once again this year, RGJS took part in the Cape Leopard Trust Art Competition. This year's topic was ‘Funky Feline’.
The following girls participated in this exciting art competition and their artworks were exceptionally creative: Lily van den Berg 7b, Kyla Bamber 6b, Mambo Mainza 7b, Liyanda Mainza 6b, Lexi Winter 5a, Grace Willemburg 5a, Ayesha Rhoda 5c and Haaniya Karjieker 5c.
Congratulations to Lily van den Berg who took first place in her age category, 11- 13 years of age. Lily’s artwork effectively captured this year's theme, ‘Funky Feline’.
The girls created imaginative leopard artworks, each one filled with colour, personality, and creativity. Through this competition, they used their talents to raise awareness about conservation, showing that we all have a role to play in protecting wildlife and keeping the beauty of leopards alive for future generations.
The Cape Leopard Trust Competition artworks and other artworks by Rachel Frankish 5a, Madison Wagner 7c, Kago Molate 7c and Amelia Abdullah 6c are currently on display in Rustenburg House.
Thank you to Ms Liesl Ludik and our talented Rustybugs, we are so proud of you!
Lexi Winter 5a
Liyanda Mainza 6b
Haaniya Karjieker 5c
Grace Willemburg 5a
Ayesha Rhoda 5c
Kyla Bamber 6b
Mambo Mainza 7b
Rachel Frankish 5a
Madison Wagner 7c
Kago Molate 7c
Amelia Abdullah 6c
MUSIC
WORLD RECORD MUSICIANS
WORLD RECORD MUSICIANS
Last week, our Music HOD, Harlene Veotte received the Guinness World Records Medals for our Marimba Jam record breakers. The medals were handed out to our proud Rustybugs in assembly on Monday.
Well done to our musicians, we are so proud of you.
Front L to R: Katlego Sello 6a, Mila Harwood 5a, Olivia Low 4c, Miyolo Jeremiah 7a, Motirayo Arogundade 4b, Sindiswa Sindo 6c
Back L to R: Amelia Abdullah 6c, Charlotte Gibbs 6c, Arizona Naidoo 6b, Elihle'ilizwi Bashe 4c, Linamandla Mbuku 4a, Ethandwa Sigonyela 6c.
CAPE TOWN EISTEDDFOD @ RGJS
CAPE TOWN EISTEDDFOD @ RGJS
The RGJS Music Department hosted the Cape Town Eisteddfod on Saturday, 30th August. Thirty of our violinists and cellists played solos, delighting the audience and adjudicators. The highlight of the day was the showcasing of our Cello Ensemble, Junior String Ensemble, Senior String Ensemble and Orchestra. It was such a treat to see our musicians play, breathe and harmonise as one.
Well done, girls!
SPORT
PGSGU 1ST 11 AND 2ND 11 HOCKEY
PGSGU 1ST 11 AND 2ND 11 HOCKEY
The 1st and 2nd 11 Hockey teams took part in the annual PGSGU Interschools Hockey Tournament on Monday and Tuesday this week. The sun came out and the girls had two glorious days of hockey. Well done to both teams on the fine display of hockey. The 1st 11 finished 5th and the 2nd 11 finished 4th.
PGSGU NETBALL CHAMPS
PGSGU NETBALL CHAMPS
On Monday, 25 August, the PGSGU Interschools Netball Tournament was held at St Cyprian’s. Our school was proudly represented by the U12 and U13 A teams, both of whom delivered absolutely outstanding performances.
In a display of skill, teamwork, and sheer determination, both the U12 and U13 A teams dominated the competition, winning every single match they played! Their flawless run throughout the tournament is a testament to the dedication and hard work they’ve put in during training and the unwavering spirit they showed on the court.
Congratulations to all the girls involved - your commitment, sportsmanship, and excellence have made us incredibly proud. You have set a fantastic example of what it means to compete with heart and unity, and you’ve brought great honour to our school.
EVENTS
Rustenberg Book Sale Advert.pdfSAVE THE DATE - LITERACY WEEK BOOK SALE
SAVE THE DATE - LITERACY WEEK BOOK SALE
The Book Box will be coming to school on Friday 12th September.
Parents and Guardians can order books via the collection on KARRI. The book orders will be delivered to our Rustybugs on Friday 12th September. Books can also be purchased on the day using cash, card or Snapscan.
The Book Box Sale will be in the foyer from 09:00 - 13:30.
Parents and guardians are most welcome to come and purchase books during the above times.
Please enter and sign in at the front security gate.
SAVE THE DATE!
LONG TABLE HERITAGE DINNER
LONG TABLE HERITAGE DINNER
Add this wonderful event to your calendar on Tuesday, 16th September.
Join the Rustenburg Community for an evening of connecting by sharing a meal together at the 2025 Long Table Heritage Dinner.
THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY SIGNED UP!
GRADE 7 BUSINESS CONFERENCE
GRADE 7 BUSINESS CONFERENCE
On Saturday, 6 September 2025, from 09:00 to 12:00, Rustenburg Girls’ Junior School will proudly host its annual Grade 7 Business Conference — an exciting and enriching event designed to empower, educate, and ignite an entrepreneurial mindset among young learners.
This conference aims to give our Grade 7 learners an authentic business experience, featuring inspiring keynote speakers, interactive exhibitions, registration booths, curated goodie bags, and more!
We want our learners to walk away informed, inspired, and energised by the possibilities that exist within the world of business and innovation.
To make this event a success, we are currently seeking RGJS community members and entrepreneurs who would be willing to:
Exhibit their goods or services, deliver short talks, or serve as guest speakers
Your presence will not only add value to the day but will also help shape the minds of future innovators and business leaders.
If you’re interested in being part of this vibrant learning experience, we’d love to hear from you!
Please complete this FORM if you'd like to be involved.
BARN DANCE 2025 - SAVE THE DATE
OUTREACH
CASUAL DAY - TOMORROW
CASUAL DAY - TOMORROW
The theme for Casual Day 2025 is Beyond the Label: Embracing Unity Through Inclusion and Diversity.
"A person with a disability is often identified by the disability and, if applicable, any visible assistive devices. Society tends to see the disability and assistive devices first, then labels the person accordingly. As a result, the person is often defined by their disability rather than recognised and valued.
With this theme, we are calling on the public to truly see, appreciate, acknowledge, and respect persons with disabilities as complete human beings—equal to all human beings and entitled to the same human rights and freedoms. This is a call to move beyond labels and perceptions that reduce a person to their disability. Beyond the label = beyond the disability."
Learners and staff can purchase stickers for R 20 each via KARRI. The stickers will be handed out on Friday and learners are encouraged to ...
"wear what makes you feel like the boldest, bravest version of yourself—because when you step out in confidence, you help create a world where others feel seen, included, and celebrated.
Please ensure that the civvies clothing is suitable to continue with the academic school programme throughout the day.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
NO CELLPHONES OR SMART WATCHES
NO CELLPHONES OR SMART WATCHES
This is a gentle reminder that no cellphones or smartphones are allowed at school.
This information and all school rules can be found on the RGJS Site , Code of Conduct for Learners.
BUGS BOUTIQUE
BUGS BOUTIQUE
Please access Bugs Boutique through Grosvenor Road, the road adjacent to RGHS. Please use the small pedestrian gate on Grosvenor Road.
Bugs Boutique Trading Hours 2025 - During the school term
Monday 12:45 - 15:30
Wednesday 12:45 - 15:30
Friday 12:15 - 14:30
All orders placed through the online store will be delivered to RGJS.
LOST PROPERTY
LOST PROPERTY
Please encourage your daughter to check the Lost Property Boxes.
Please complete this FORM if you are missing an item, but remember to remind your daughter to check the boxes as well.
STARS IN THE MAKING
BUG CLUB STAR
BUG CLUB STAR
Congratulations to Soffaa Adams Rb on receiving the first Bug Club badge for 2025!
Well done Sofaa, we are so proud of you.
Congratulations to Ayelah Antooley Rb, who took part in the Time Dance competition 2 weeks ago
Ayelah received Silver Higher for her Modern Dance Duet.
Well done, Ayelah, we are so proud of you.
ADVERTS
Please contact Pam Heiberg for advertising rates & queries pamhei@rgjs.org.za
Please note that the placement of an advertisement does not indicate endorsement by the school.
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