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The Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture has donated rugby, hockey, and cricket equipment to Union High School in Graaff-Reinet. This donation is intended to support learners with sporting talent in developing their skills.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Union High School who have talent in sports
- How to act on it:
- No action required by individuals; the equipment is provided directly to the school for use by students and coaches.
The school has begun a project to lengthen its existing swimming pool from 25 yards (22.84 metres) to a standard 25-metre competition length. This upgrade will allow the school to host formal swimming galas and support swimmers and coaches in pursuing swimming at higher levels.
- Who it is for:
- students at Union Primary School, students at Union High School, swimmers at Union Schools, coaches at Union Schools
- How to act on it:
- No application or action required; the project is underway and open to all students and staff as part of the school's ongoing development.
The Junior Eastern Cape Endurance Riding Team is selecting athletes to represent the province in the 120km Endurance Race at the South African International Competition for Endurance Riding. This opportunity is open to qualified junior endurance riders from the Eastern Cape who have demonstrated performance in qualifying races.
- Who it is for:
- junior endurance riders in the Eastern Cape
- How to act on it:
- Participate in qualifying endurance rides and demonstrate performance to be considered for selection.
The top performers in the final closer tournament will be selected to form the Sarah Baartman District team that will compete in the provincial chess tournament later this year.
- Who it is for:
- players who qualify for the final closer tournament
- How to act on it:
- Perform well in the final closer tournament to be selected for the district team.
Players who participate in at least two of the three trials and score 50% or more in each trial will be invited to the final closer tournament, which is a closed event used to select the district team for the provincial championship.
- Who it is for:
- chess players who have participated in at least two trials and scored 50% or more in each
- How to act on it:
- Participate in at least two of the three trials and achieve a score of 50% or higher in each; if successful, you will receive an invitation to the final closer.
Students participating in the annual exchange programme between Union Primary School and Salisbury Cathedral School are awarded a badge to wear during their term at Union. This badge symbolises their role as exchange students and is presented during a special welcome event.
- Who it is for:
- 2023 exchange learners at Union Primary School
- How to act on it:
- Attend the welcome event hosted by Union Primary School where badges are formally presented.
Union Primary School students can participate in a long-standing exchange programme with Salisbury Cathedral School in the UK, spending a term there after completing their matric year. The programme includes a term-long stay in the UK for selected students, following a prior exchange term in South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- Grade 7 learners at Union Primary School who have completed their matriculation
- How to act on it:
- Apply through Union Primary School's exchange programme coordination; current participants include Brett Kenmuir and Zoe Mills.
Parents and guardians can apply to enrol their children at Union Primary School for the 2024 academic year. The application process is now open and can be accessed through the school's website.
- Who it is for:
- parents of prospective learners
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Admission Policy Page on the Union Schools website to submit an application.
The results of recent junior hockey matches between Union High School and Sunridge Primary School are published. The u/13A team lost 3–2, the u/11A team won 2–1, and the u/13B team drew 0–0.
- Who it is for:
- students, parents, and supporters of Union High School
- How to act on it:
- Read the article on the Union Schools website
The three new classrooms, equipped with interactive whiteboards, data projectors, sound systems, air conditioning, flexible desks, and teaching walls, are now available for use by learners in the primary department. These classrooms are designed to support diverse teaching methods and enhance the learning experience.
- Who it is for:
- learners in the primary department at Union High School
- How to act on it:
- Attend classes in the new classrooms as part of regular school activities
The class that sells the most raffle tickets will get to attend the Trolley Dash event and will also be rewarded with a trolley dash for their class.
- Who it is for:
- classes at Union High School
- How to act on it:
- Sell the most raffle tickets among all classes
The school is running a raffle where participants can win a trolley dash event. Tickets are sold by learners at R20 each. The draw will be held at the end of the second term, and the winning class will also receive a trolley dash for their class.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public who purchase raffle tickets
- How to act on it:
- Purchase a raffle ticket from a learner at R20 each