Bulumko Secondary School

Monday was a day to showcase the top dogs of Grade 12s where the celebration of Valedictory was a true reflection of hard work.
There were high fliers who received 5 to 6 certificates at a go but the Boss Lady this time was Office Awethu who came tops as the Top Achiever in term 3 for Grade 12. Go Awethu Go!

The learners looked distinguished in their gowns and mortarboard hats and poised for a brighter future!

Wishing the class of 2022 the very best in their final exams commencing on Monday, 31 Oct.

The Queen posted on her Instagram page. We appreciate her taking time out of her busy schedule and share her experiences with our Class of 22 who are about to venture into universities or working environment. We are truly empowered!

A Science Young Biologist Course application was brought up to the attention of the Science teachers, Ms Gugushe and Ms Mbinda by our Principal, Mr Skweyiya and Ms Mamba. They were mandated to select the qualifying learners according to their top performance in Life Sciences (Grade 10). 4 learners applied, their applications were edited and submitted by the same teachers. 250 learners applied from 113 schools Nationally. Our leaner Mbali Lujabe from Bulumko - Grade 10B made it on the list of 50 learners who were selected to be part of the Young Biologist Course.

During September holidays (1-4 Oct), she attended a 3 day training at the 2 Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront with the other 49 learners from different schools. On 5-7 Oct, she went on a 2 day camp in Simon's Town. The course will continue and the Graduation will be in April 2023. The pictures and the videos are proof that she represented us well.
Excellence is truly a mantra @ Bulumko!

On the 14th of October, the Class of 22 celebrated their Matric Ball in style at Froggy Pond Resort in Simons Town. The ladies and the gents were dressed to kill and we spotted international stars ..... Drake, Beyonces, Tevin Campbells, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Miss Universes, Miss Worlds, AKA - 'aaah maybe not'. They looked beautiful and elegant as they walked on the red carpet entering the venue. The gents had a swagg and suave moves whilst the ladies were strutting their stuff.
Wait..... the showstopper was Camilla McDowell - the Queen of Constantia - wait, the Real Housewives of Cape Town cast member, who graced the occasion with her presence. She was the motivational Guest Speaker who shared some words of wisdom.

It was indeed a night never to be forgotten as the learners were treated to a 3-course delicious meal fit for Kings and Queens! Let me not say more....see the pictures for yourselves!

The Poets @ Bulumko, Xola Ntshuntshe and Awonke Mdodana at Nelson Mandela Museum

Bulumko learners at it again! Shawco Debate 2022 was held on Sat, 01 Oct where Bulumko (under the tutelage of Ms Mazwane and Mr Madyibi) was competing with TLC.

Excellence won once more... see for yourselves!

Nulaid is giving back to needy communities and we are grateful for their support. 2 of our high flying learners (Grade 12 Kopana Sinoloyo) and (Grade 9 Ndabeni Khanya) got sponsored by Nulaid with stationery for the year, fully kitted uniform, transportation and contribution fees, tutoring, valedictory and farewell event fees to name just a few.

We thank Nulaid for choosing our school, your generosity is highly appreciated post COVID that has paralysed our communities financially, mentally and more.

On 23 Sept, Bulumko learners were at it again. The Quiz competition against Cosat and Thembelihle schools was no competition at all. Our learners took the 1st place position and brought back a Trophy as a pre celebration for Heritage day! Go Bulumko Go!

30 learners from our Grade 8 boys attended the Safer Schools Camp which was held on the 12-16 Sept 2022 at Chrysalis Academy Outdoor and Tented Camp Site. The Camp was organised by the Western Cape Government, City of Cape Town Law Enforcement Services and Chrysalis Academy.

At our school, we have been facing challenges with a rise in drug and substance abuse and bullying. The camp was aimed at empowering them with different life skills and information about present issues namely; substance abuse, crime prevention, human trafficking, gangsterism and other related social ills. These issues correlate with each other and are most commonly found social ills with the communities especially when it comes to substance abuse as a contributing factor to crime.

The Programme outcome was to strengthen relationships and interpersonal connection between learners, learners and their parents and learners with their teachers.

Methodology used was group based, experiential activities designed to challenge learners lateral thinking, planning, physicality and communication.

From Zip lining to Wall climbing, Obstacle challenges and Hiking to name just a few. The learners had a time of their lives!

The Bulumko Science Club attended the the all Atlantic Blue schools competition which was held at Marine Research Aquarium in Sea Point on Friday, 2 Sept. Different schools presented their science research and top 3 learners won tablets.

Our learners only watched and observed the presentations because the competition was for schools who have been in the science program since the beginning of the year. This programme was sponsored by National research foundation and SAEN - Science and Innovation.

Learners who attended are as follows:
Best learner in Grade 8 - Sikoliwe Owam; Best learner in Grade 9 -Mkhontwana Phila and top 2 learners in Grade 10 - Mabhoko Nande and Cukana Zizo.

The club consists of top 30 learners: 10 learners in Grade 8,9 and 10 but strictly with interest in maths and physical sciences. Following teachers are steering this club; Ms Mbinda, Ms Mamba, Ms Gugushe, Mr Madyibi, Mr Skoti and Mr Ndzeke.

The first timers to high school, our Grade 8s also had their merit awards ceremony on Monday, 29 August.

Sikoliwe Owam walked away with a Gold certificate and medal; Palaza Kuhle was right behind with a Silver certificate and medal and Rode Ayanda collected her Bronze certificate and medal. They were shining bright like STARS! Excellence is what is practised at Bulumko. Ms Mazwane could not help herself, she was mother hen celebrating with her learners.

2022 is truly the year for great achievements!

Bulumko is truly instilling a culture of learning and excellence. The learners who performed well in Term 2 simply increased the bar that is set for Term 3. Learners who did not get the top 3 results vowed to stretch themselves and work hard to claim their spots.

We present the CREME DE LA CREME of Bulumko currently, this might change folks. It is not over until the FAT LADY SINGS!

Fires are a very real and dangerous threat to any workplace. The best way to keep employees safe and protected from fire hazards is to provide quality workplace fire safety training. After all, the best kind of fire protection is fire prevention. , we did just that.

Tuesday, 30 August, we had training on recognising fire hazards, what to do when there's fire in the building and how to use fire extinguishers just to name a few. It was a very fruitful day and kinda interesting as colleagues were mastering the use of fire extinguishers as small as they are. They are a powerful weapon, dangerous and useful at the same time. We learnt the techniques of using the fire extinguishers; PULL..AIM...SQUEEZE...SWEEP!

PRIDE : Personal Responsibility in Delivering Excellence is practised at all cost. Maths learners from Grade 11 have no excuse BUT to excel. Ms Mneno was hard at work on Monday, 29 August, assisting the learners while they were attending a Virtual Tutoring.

Nomakanjani, 2022 is the year where it is not business as usual, rather business unusual. All hands on deck to ensure that the results are nothing but the BEST!

The Merit Awards Ceremony showcasing term 2 top winners was held on Friday, 26 August. It was an auspicious and prestigious event under Ms Nante as the MC and honoured by the guest speaker, Mr Somaxhaka, who is known for nothing less but SUCCESS. It was an emotional and motivational event where learners and teachers alike did not know whether to cry, ululate or just scream.

This event was to honor the excellence in Grade 10,11 and 12. Herewith the Top 3 from these grades: Miss Kopano Sinoyolo is the BOSS lady from Grade 12, made her Boss moves and collected her Gold certificate and medal, Grade 11, Miss Bona Lisakhanya, she is the Queen who scooped 1st place and grabbed her Gold certificate and medal and Mabhoko Nade is one to be reckoned with in Grade 10. She took 1st place and also collected her Gold certificate and medal.

August is truly a womans month period - Go ladies GO. Next week we are showcasing the excellence in Grade 8 and 9. Those who did not win this term vowed to be on that stage in term 3! It is not over until the fat lady sings!

On Wednesday, the choir from Bulumko under the tutelage of Ms Papiyana showcased vocal chords to the next level accompanied by Ms Dlephu and Ms Ntiantia. There is nothing stopping them from being crowned the best choir in the Western Cape and South Africa!

Bulumko Secondary School updated their address.

Bulumko Secondary School updated their address.

Bulumko is crossing all the Ts' and dotting the Is' to ensure that the learners are ready for their final exams. On Sat, 20 August, Grade 12 learners attended the virtual tutoring for Maths, Maths Lit, Physical Science and Business Studies.

Mr Madyibi was up and about coaching and guiding the learners on what was being taught online. Ms Tomose ensured that the learners and tutors have all the necessary requirements to attend the virtual tutoring programme, from venue, catering, transportation and all technical requirements. These learners are going to PASS nomakanjani!

The National Department of Basic Education, Zetta Van Eck visited the teachers and admin staff at Bulumko on Thursday, 18 August to share some insights on the fundamentals of performance which are driven by leadership, quality results and success.

She shared the power of the pride which consists of team work, setting goals, communication, incentives, good spirit, support, trust and respect, synergy and image. , we have adopted the PRIDE as a motto: Personal Responsibility In Delivering Excellence! It was a fun driven session where colleagues shown how much they appreciate the support they give to each other. Thanks to Zetta for the support in ensuring that the teachers and admin staff are motivated to keep the train moving!

Chess is so iconic, it even has a motto "Gens una sumus", which is Latin for "We are one people". A game of chess is not an examination of the knowledge; it is a battle of nerves." @ Bulumko, Grade 8s and 9s, under the tutelage of Mr Phandle and their expert chess teacher, these learners apply their wit and intellect aiming to conquer their opposite Kings. 2022 is the year for the learners at Bulumko. Success is inevitable. With chess there is no stopping these learners to razor sharpen their brains into becoming the next Actuarians, Statisticians, Professors, you name it!

, the parents and the teachers are working overtime together to ensure that the Grade 8s and 9s learners results at the end of the year are only ' PASSES' nothing else. 'Teachers affect eternity, no one can tell where their influence stops'

Research continues to support the intellectual benefits of chess. Playing chess develops problem-solving skills in learners. It also helps improve their overall performance in subjects such as maths, reading, and writing. @ Bulumko we support this thinking. On Friday, 12 August, Mr Butau donated Chess to the school to sharpen the minds of our learners. We thank the support we receive from business and parents alike because to raise a child takes the whole community. This is what we do at Bulumko! We are looking forward to partake in the upcoming chess competitions!

Mr Butau handing over the donation to the Principal, Mr Skweyiya and Maths teacher Mr Phandle!

South Africa just crowned Miss South Africa 2022 on Sat, 13 August. That competition must just take a sit please.

@ Bulumko, we crowned our very 1st Mr and Miss Bulumko on Friday, 5 August. It was an event not to be forgotten. The energy from the crowds supporting their fellow classmates and friends was exhilarating!

The beauty displayed on the stage was more than what we normally see at Miss South Africa. I'm talking poise, glamour, oozing confidence, style, strutting their stuff the whole sheebang! Folks it was the survival of the fittest as all the contestants gave it their 100% effort. The competition was judged according to how they looked and presented themselves on these three categories: Uniform, Casual Wear and Formal Wear.
For the guys we got our clear winners as 3 of them clearly displayed all the qualities the judges were looking for. On the ladies, it was a different case we had a tie and ended up with the top 5 where the judges posed a question to all and their answers determined who the winners were. Kudos to Ms Mazwane, Ms Bomvu, Ms Jobela, Ms Papiyana, Ms Mbinda and everyone who assisted in ensuring the contest was a success!

Enough talk, see for yourselves....the King and Queen of Bulumko flanked by their Princes and Princesses.

Miss Bulumko - Miss Mdodana (Grade 11)
1st Princess - Miss Gagela (Grade 11)
2nd Princess - Miss Dolweni (Grade 9)

Mr Bulumko - Mr Vena (Grade 10)
1st Prince - Mr Zilwa (Grade 10)
2nd Prince - Mr Ntshuntshe (Grade 10)

On the 26th of July, Bulumko Netball team was up in arms with Rustof Secondary School. Herewith the scores:
Under 15: 21-8 - winner Bulumko obvious
Under 16: 22-9 - once again Bulumko won!

A winner never stops trying. At Bulumko, this is what is practised!
Go Netball Team GO! Miss Notshe is doing a great job in mentoring and always keeping the gals spirits up!

The Rugby team slaughtered uXolo school by 37-0. Complete victory all the way! We are grooming the next Siya Kolisi, Lukhanyo Am of tomorrow!

Bulumko has done it again. The gals won Silver at a competition held in Jhb. Winning is simply a mantra at Bulumko!

Bulumko is an Institution where Trophies and Medals are in abundance and victory is a must when competitions are concerned. On the 14th of May, Ms Papiyana, the Conductor, led the choir at a competition that was held at Lathi-tha school. The choir was competing on a Western Piece 'Lift Up Your Heads' by Handel the Messiah against Joe Slovo in Group B. It was not over until the fat lady sang! The choir took 2nd position and brought home a Trophy and in the Small Ensembles; they won the following Medals; Tenor- 3, Mezzo-2, Trio-3 and Quartet-3. The team was accompanied by Ms Princess from the SGB, and the teachers Ms Dlephu, Ms Moss and Ms Mni. It is a fact that competition is what drives the mind to excel in all occasions!

Bulumko soccer team has been busy drippling, head tricks and alles. Herewith the match results thus far: Bulumko 4 vs Manyano 1
Bulumko 1 vs Zola 0, Bulumko 2 vs Mfuleni Academy 1.
'Success is no accident, it is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or loving to do' PELE, the football legend.

Their mentor Mr Zonke and the team are living by this quote and winning is all they are going for! Go Bulumko Soccer Go!

There has been increased attention to the menstrual health management (MHM) needs of girls and young women in the Western Cape and Southern Africa in general, relating to dignity, and to the potential link between the lack of access to sanitary products and school absenteeism as well as challenges the girl children face due to financial constraints. On Tuesday, 17 May, The Dischem Foundation donated 3 packs of pads for all our girl learners from grade 8-12. We are grateful for the support and wishing the foundation much success in its endeavors to better the lives of a black child!

The Bulumko Secondary under 18 Netball team had a an interesting match with Masibambane Secondary on Friday, 13th @ Bulumko sports grounds. As usual the team did not disappoint as they made their BOSS moves and beat Masibambane with 20-15 score. The netball team is untouchable and winning is a must, that is the MANTRA at Bulumko!

Sanlam donated soccer balls for our soccer team on Monday, 25 April 2022. Our learners are now ready to dribble and do some head tricks just like Ronaldo himself. The team is truly motivated.
As Ronaldo says' "It is my conviction that there are no limits to learning, and that it can never stop, no matter what our age."

The team is truly aiming high and the sky is not the limit!
Mr Zonke is at the helm motivating the team to be the best they can be!

Bulumko's traditional dancers took part in the Cape Town Carnival 'REUNITED' 5 hubs, 5 shows, 1 celebration which was held on 1 March 2022.

Miss Barnes and the gals made us proud and flew Bulumko's flag sky high!

Grade 12 parents meeting to arm them with tools to tackle the challenges that are going to be facing the learners in 2022.Together we can achieve more and through wisdom we shall grow!

One teacher, one learner, one pen can change the world. Our teachers are making the difference to the learners lives @ Bulumko. Ms Matinise and Mr Madyibi were awarded for improving the results in Economics and Physical Sciences!
Bulumko has started 2022 with excellence. We applaud our teachers, keep up the good work folks!

Virtual tutoring at play. The Department of Education is pulling all stops in ensuring that the learners get all the support they need!
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela

Bulumko vs Masibambane under 18 , The match was a 10/10 draw on 4 March 2022 Bulumko is truly a team not to be messed with!