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VICTORIA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL publication

VICTORIA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://vghs.co.za/cultural/

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What this means

This document is a webpage section from Victoria Girls' High School's website that outlines the school's cultural and arts programs, including music, drama, visual art, and various co-curricular activities. It highlights the facilities, staff, student enrollment numbers, and opportunities for participation in ensembles, performances, competitions, and community engagement. The page also mentions partnerships with Rhodes University and the Johann Carinus Art Centre.

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instrumental music lessonsOngoing

Music tuition in piano, violin, viola, flute, recorder, marimba, trumpet, drumkit, and voice

Students at Victoria Girls' High School can receive tuition in a range of musical instruments offered by four full-time music teachers. These include piano, violin, viola, flute, recorder, marimba, trumpet, drumkit, and voice.

Who it is for
students at Victoria Girls' High School
How to act on it
Enroll in music as a subject during registration for Grades 10 to 12
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Our 4 full-time music teachers offer tuition in the following instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Flute, Recorder, Marimba, Trumpet, Drumkit and Voice.
drama competition entryNot applicable

Participation in the Alexander Playhouse Competition

Students from Victoria Girls' High School can compete in the Alexander Playhouse Competition, a drama festival where the school previously placed second in 2019.

Who it is for
drama students at Victoria Girls' High School
How to act on it
Apply to represent the school in the competition through the drama department
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Learners have the opportunity to get involved in Drama at VG by taking it as a subject, participating in competitions or festivals like the Alexander Playhouse Competition (where VG placed 2nd in 2019)
drama performance and trainingOngoing

Drama as a subject and involvement in school productions

Students can take drama as a subject and participate in performances such as the annual Inter-house plays and the Grade 9 Spring Play, gaining experience in acting, directing, choreography, and backstage work.

Who it is for
students at Victoria Girls' High School
How to act on it
Enroll in drama as a subject or apply to join a production team or cast
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Learners have the opportunity to get involved in Drama at VG by taking it as a subject, participating in competitions or festivals like the Alexander Playhouse Competition (where VG placed 2nd in 2019) or being part of one of the many productions including the annual Inter-house plays and the Grade 9 Spring Play.
art and design classes at an external facilityOngoing

Visual art and design classes at the Johann Carinus Art Centre

Students in Grades 8 to 12 who choose Visual Art or Design can attend classes at the Johann Carinus Art Centre, where they can explore painting, graphic art & printmaking, sculpture, textile design, and ceramic design.

Who it is for
students at Victoria Girls' High School in Grades 8 to 12
How to act on it
Enroll in Visual Art or Design as a subject and attend classes at the Johann Carinus Art Centre
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Learners who elect to take Art as part of Creative Arts in Grade 8 and 9, and Visual Art or Design in Grade 10 to 12 have the opportunity to attend classes at the Johann Carinus Art Centre.
student co-curricular club membershipOngoing

Membership in co-curricular clubs: Debating, General Knowledge, Christians in Action, Photography Club, Chess Club, Diversity & Inclusivity Committee

Students can join a variety of cultural co-curricular activities including debating, general knowledge, Christian outreach, photography, chess, and the Diversity & Inclusivity Committee, which promotes inclusiveness and celebrates student diversity.

Who it is for
students at Victoria Girls' High School
How to act on it
Apply to join any of the listed clubs or committees through the school’s co-curricular programme
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A variety of co-curriculars are offered at VG in the cultural sphere. These include: Debating General Knowledge Christians in Action Photography Club Chess Club The Diversity & Inclusivity Committee
music ensemble participationOngoing

Participation in choir, orchestra, marimba bands, and string ensembles

Students can join one or more of the school's music ensembles, including choir, orchestra, marimba bands, and string ensembles, which provide opportunities for group performance and skill development.

Who it is for
students at Victoria Girls' High School
How to act on it
Join an ensemble through enrollment in music classes or by signing up during the academic year
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Ensembles: Choir, Orchestra, Marimba Bands and String Ensembles

Facts

Places

Eastern Cape

Reference

https://vghs.co.za/cultural/

Key Takeaways

  • Victoria Girls' High School
  • Music School
  • Gr 10 - 35
  • Gr 11 - 20
  • Gr 12 - 36
  • Piano, Violin, Viola, Flute, Recorder, Marimba, Trumpet, Drumkit, Voice
  • Choir, Orchestra, Marimba Bands, String Ensembles
  • Alexander Playhouse Competition 2nd place 2019
  • Inter-house plays, Grade 9 Spring Play
  • Johann Carinus Art Centre
  • Painting, Graphic Art & Printmaking, Sculpture, Textile Design, Ceramic Design
  • Debating, General Knowledge, Christians in Action, Photography Club, Chess Club, Diversity & Inclusivity Committee
  • Rhodes University Drama Department
  • Victoria Girls' High School
  • Johann Carinus Art Centre
  • Rhodes University
  • Alexander Playhouse Competition
  • Makhanda
  • Eastern Cape