Webpage from St Michael's School for Girls in Bloemfontein, South Africa, outlining the school's arts and extracurricular programmes
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Dramatic Arts Programme
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can participate in the dramatic arts programme, which includes involvement in eisteddfods and school productions. This programme encourages creative expression, performance, and collaboration through theatre and storytelling.
- Who it is for
- students at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Enrol in the drama programme through the school's arts department.
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It is something that the girls at St Michael’s do with great enthusiasm, excelling at eisteddfods and in productions alike.
Brownie Pack Membership
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can join the Brownie Pack, which is part of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). The programme focuses on personal development, leadership, and community service.
- Who it is for
- girls at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Apply to join the Brownie Pack through the school’s co-curricular or student affairs office.
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Brownies Being a Brownie is about more than belonging to a group.
Photography Club
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can join the photography club, which meets weekly and holds two exhibitions annually. The club encourages students to observe and capture life’s details through photography.
- Who it is for
- students at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Register with the school’s arts department to join the weekly photography club.
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In the St Michael’s photography club we aim to observe life and the details around us.
Debating Programme Participation
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can join the debating programme, which is part of the Motheo District Debating League. The programme is open to Grade 8–9 (Junior) and Grade 10–12 (Senior) learners and involves structured debates in English using World School Debating rules. It helps develop critical thinking, communication, research, and teamwork skills.
- Who it is for
- Grade 8–9 and Grade 10–12 learners at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join the school's debating programme through registration with the school's academic or co-curricular department.
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St Michael’s debaters take part in the Motheo District Debating League for High School learners.
Visual Art Programme
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can engage in visual art, where they explore creativity and expression through various mediums. Art is integrated into the school curriculum and community.
- Who it is for
- students at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Participate in visual art classes offered through the school's curriculum.
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The different art forms are an integral part of the school curriculum and community at St Michael’s School for Girls.
Public Speaking Club
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can take part in public speaking activities where they voice opinions on challenging topics. This builds confidence, clarity, and persuasive communication skills.
- Who it is for
- students at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join the public speaking programme through the school's academic or co-curricular office.
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Speakers voice their opinions and ideologies regarding various challenging topics.
Music Department Involvement
Students at St Michael's School for Girls can join the Music Department, which includes three choirs and peripatetic tutors. The Leta Blake Music Block provides dedicated space for music education and performance opportunities.
- Who it is for
- students at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Register with the Music Department at the school to join choirs or receive tutoring.
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The Music Department provides a positive experience for all through the impact of music.
Facts
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Free State, Mangaung
Key Takeaways
- St Michael's School for Girls
- Bloemfontein
- Free State
- Debating League - Motheo District
- Chapel Choir - National winners 2007, 2008, 2012, 2015
- ATKV Applous National Choir Competition 2022 - Gold award
- European tour 2015 - Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic
- Festival every second year - last in 2024
- Photography club - weekly meetings, exhibitions twice a year
- Brownie Pack - part of WAGGGS
- Music Department - Leta Blake Music Block, three choirs, peripatetic tutors
- St Michael's School for Girls
- Motheo District Debating League
- Free State Schools Provincial Debating Board
- ATKV Applous National Choir Competition
- WAGGGS
- Rea Nene
- Mrs Alicia Basson
- Mr Charles Whitehead
- Brandwag, Bloemfontein