Sacred Heart College

This Youth Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice and resilience of the young people of 1976, whose determination helped shape the democratic South Africa we live in today.

At Sacred Heart, we are proud to carry forward their legacy by nurturing young people who lead with compassion, integrity, courage and a commitment to social justice. As we commemorate 50 years of youth resilience, we celebrate the role of young people in driving positive change and building a more just and inclusive society.

May the spirit of the youth of 1976 continue to inspire every student to use their voice, embrace their potential and make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.

In Loving Memory of Bayanda Nxumalo

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Grade 8 student, Bayanda Nxumalo.

Bayanda was a valued member of the Sacred Heart College family, and his loss is deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him. During this difficult time, our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences are with the Nxumalo family, his friends, classmates, teachers, and the entire school community.

As we mourn this tragic loss, we are reminded of the importance of supporting one another with kindness, compassion, and understanding. We encourage our community to keep Bayanda and his loved ones in their prayers and to cherish the memories he leaves behind.

Further information regarding memorial arrangements and support services will be communicated as it becomes available.

May Bayanda’s soul rest in eternal peace, and may his family find comfort and strength in the love and support of those around them.

Rest in Peace, Bayanda. You will be remembered and missed.

Congratulations to all our students who represented Sacred Heart College with pride and determination.

♟️ Chess
Our chess team delivered an exceptional performance, securing the championship title for the third time in four years. After two hard-fought draws in the semi-final, Ilan Latchmiah won the decider by a single point to send the team through to the final.

Special congratulations to Elza Sanda and Himaayat Tong, who won all of their matches throughout the tournament.

🏐 Netball
Our Junior Netball Team finished in 4th place, while our Open Team proudly claimed 2nd place in the final.

MVP Awards:
• Anaella Mwanza
• Meta Kekana
• Marion Nkamankeng
• Nolitha Cele
• Isabela Warren

⚽ Soccer
Our Junior Soccer Team finished 6th overall, while the Open Team secured 4th place.

Special congratulations to Jayden Kadima, who was named Junior Soccer Best Player.

Congratulations to our staff members who were recognised by the Catholic Schools Office (CSO) for their exceptional years of service:

• Dikeledi Mosobe – 30 years
• Petro Els – 26 years
• Themba Maboko – 22 years
• Elliot Molobela – 22 years

Thank you for your dedication and the lasting contribution you continue to make to our school community.

Monday Motivation

Great leaders inspire others through service, generosity, and a commitment to helping those in need.

Mr Bharuth leads with purpose and serves with heart.

Our school community gathered for the annual Champagnat Mass, celebrating this term’s theme, *Gathered Around the Same Table as Peacemakers*. Students reflected on the Marist Pillars and their role as peacemakers, while also recognising World Environment Day through a focus on caring for creation.

The celebration concluded with our spirited war cries.

Happy Feast Day to all Marists around the world!

Congratulations to our Soccer and Netball teams for their outstanding performances at the Steyn City Tournament last weekend!

⚽ Our boys were exceptional, winning the Plate Section and bringing home individual honours:
⭐ Rhys Wilkinson-Felgate – Best Midfielder of the Tournament
⭐ Amulike Dube – Highest Goal Scorer

🏐 Our netball team secured an impressive 4th place finish, with special recognition going to:
⭐ Anna Mwanza– Best Goal Shooter
⭐ Exauce Ngweme – Best Player of the Day

We are incredibly proud of all our athletes for their hard work, determination, and sportsmanship. Well done!

🔬 Exploring the Particle Model of Matter! 🧪

Our Grade 6 students put science into action as they investigated the spaces between particles using marbles, sand, water, and coffee powder. Through hands-on experimentation, they discovered that all matter is made up of tiny particles with spaces between them, a fundamental concept in Natural Sciences.

By observing, predicting, and drawing conclusions from their findings, students developed important scientific thinking and inquiry skills while bringing classroom learning to life.