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The Teachers
Marianne Barnard
25 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- Economic and Management Sciences ( EMS ): Grades 8 – 9
- Accounting: Grades 10 – 12
Birth Date: 02 December
Qualifications:
- B Com ( HOD ) – Stellenbosch University
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I am enthusiastic about the things that are important to me; family, animals, nature, reading, and films. Any job, big or small, should be done well. I also expect the same from the learners in my class! Respect and integrity is crucial!
Trina van Schalkwyk
25 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- Afrikaans Huistaal
- Afrikaans Addisionele Taal
Birth Date: 4 Maart
Qualifications:
- B.A. S.O.D.
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Ek is baie lief vir kinders. My godsdiens ( Ek is ‘n Christene ) is vir my baie belangrik.
Stokperdjies/Belangstellings:
Lees | Letterkunde | Toer | Sport – Speel: Tennis – Kyk: Rugby, Krieket | Stap | Baie lief vir die see.
Anna Lord
Subjects Taught:
- Consumer Study
- Technology
- Life Orientation
Birth Date: 15 March
Qualifications:
- Home Economics ( HDE )
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I have been at SWPS for 8 years. I am married to Derek, an airline pilot, have 3 kids, Chris ( a pilot ), Andred ( BCom Student), and Michelle ( starting studies to become a chef ). I have my two cats, enjoy gardening, reading, camping, and trying out new recipes.
Noesie Hunter
Subjects Taught:
- Business Studies
- EMS
Birth Date: 04/08
Qualifications:
- H.O.D. Handel (Sek) IV – Stellenbosch Universiteit
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- 12 years at Parel Vallei
- 8 years at SWPS
Teaching is a passion. I love kids and helping people.
Robert Moll
35 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- English
- Maths
- Natural Sciences
- Geography
- History
- EMS
Birth Date: 01 March
Qualifications:
- B.A. (Geog; Afr-Nederlands
- B.ED.
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Taught in Natal (Maritzburg College) 1962-1983
Head Office of NED, 1986-1992
Retrenched Dec ‘92
Taught Rhenish Primary School (Stellenbosch) 1998-2006. (Maths, Science, Technology)
Marita Elizabeth Steyn
19 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- CAT
- IT
Birth Date: 27 September
Qualifications:
- BSc Degree (Maths, Comp., Physics, Psychology)
- HED
- Diploma in Datametrics (Statistics and Comp.)
- Grade 8 UNISA Music
- Grade 6 Dancecor Dancing
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I Love:
- Nature
- Traveling
- Sport
- Animals
- Good Movies
- Shows
- Music
- Reading
- Photography
- Food! (Fruit, Dark Chocolate, Coffee, Olives, Pizza,…)
I Dislike:
- Snobs
- Chauvinists
- Control Freaks
- Being Bored
Pierre van der Merwe
25 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- History
- Social Science
Birth Date: 29 December
Qualifications:
- B.Com
- S.O.D.
- B.Ed
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I love to be in the wild or nature, and traveling around the world.
Margaretha Roux Meyer (Maretha)
Subjects Taught:
- Life Sciences (Gr 8-12)
- Physical Sciences (Gr 8-10)
Birth Date: 24 July
Qualifications:
- B. Sc.
- H.E.D.
- B. Ed.
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Married to Frans Meyer (electronic engineer)
Three kids:
- Francois (15) – Gr 10
- Jacques (13) – Gr 8
- Rouxvé (10) – Gr 5
Hobbies:
- Music
- Reading
- Travel
- Cooking
Anne Human
24 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught:
- English – Grades 10-12 – Home and Additional
Birth Date: 27 July
Qualifications:
- BA HDE
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I love my subject. I sing and play the piano whenever I get the chance, as I do not have a piano of my own.
Janette Kasselman
Subjects Taught:
Previously:
- Afrikaans
- German
- Maths
- Arts & Culture
- Primary School Afrikaans, English, History, Geography, Maths
Currently:
- Gr. 10 – 12 Afrikaans Home & 1st Additional Afrikaans
Birth Date: 29 June
Qualifications:
- BA (Univ. of Pretoria)
- H.E.D. (Unisa)
- Labour Relations (Cert. Univ. Pret.)
- Proofreading & Copy Editing (Linniger CT)
- Final Exam: Vocal (Unisa)
- Courses: Fine Art (Oil Painting, Watercolours, Acrylic, and Sketchmedia)
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Janette is an artist and does half-marathon in her spare time. She loves SWPS both as a teacher and a parent of the school.
Carol Lavery
Subjects Taught:
- Physical Science
- Natural Science
Birth Date: 11 July
Qualifications:
- BSc (Wits)
- HED
- BEO – Gifted Children
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I strive daily to take my learners beyond the classroom boundaries – to see things that everybody sees in a way that nobody has seen before!
Science rocks!
Rachelle Jordaan
Subjects Taught:
- English
- Afrikaans
- Private Tutor
Birth Date: 27 January
Qualifications:
- BA Degree in Languages
- Language Editor + Translator
- TEFL (Teaching English As A Foreign Language)
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I believe in making my dreams come true. I am still going to teach English in the Italian countryside – and “I ain’t a spring chicken!”
I have 2 kids:
- Daughter doing a master degree in psychology – Stellenbosch
- Son – Just completed gap year as sports coach in England. About to start training as a pilot.
Ilse van Eeden
Subjects Taught:
- German
Birth Date: 24 February
Qualifications:
- B.A. Hed
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I like teaching. I love my subject. Foreign languages, like German, are often the gate to a new, exciting world. I love traveling and as a German teacher, I often get that opportunity. Carpe Diem!
Salomé Ehlers
24 Years of Teaching
Subjects Taught
- Life Sciences
- Natural Science
- Physical Science
Birth Date: 4 September
Qualifications:
- BSc – ’suiwer’
- H.E.D.
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- Married to Anton Ehlers (lecturer in History at SU)
- Three Children:
- Righardt: 6th year at SU – masters in mechanical engineering
- Hannu: B.Acc – 4th year – honours
- Annerien: B.Com Law – 2nd Year
Sandy Coetzee
Subjects Taught
All Junior Primary Subjects:
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Life Skill
Birth Date: 28 July
Qualifications:
- HED Junior Primary
- HED Pre-Primary
- Management Diploma
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I am a single mother of 2 children, aged 18 and 20. I enjoy reading, walking, the outdoors, camping, and mountain biking. I believe that life is like a mountain bike race – there are many ups and downs, but there’s always people along the way to love and support you, as well as magnificent views!
The Tutors
In addition to the valued teachers, SWPS also has a multitude of tutors to help the students during their studies, as well as after school.
Jean Pierre Rossouw
Subjects Taught:
- Mathematics
Birth Date: 31 August
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I matriculated from SWPS in 2009. Now, in 2010, I have returned to give back to the school who turned me into what I am today. They taught me more than just the subjects I took; they taught me valuable life lessons as well! I came back to spread these lessons to those who have yet to learn them.
Duke Jason Negus
Subjects Taught:
- Mathematics
- Physical Science
Birth Date: 26 August
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I am a passionate musician and spend my free time performing in a band and producing music. I enjoy literature and writing. I have a passion for electronics.
Annarene Cloete
Subjects Taught:
- Mathematics
Birth Date: 18 August
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I am very passionate about teaching maths! I have always loved the subject, but only recently discovered that I love teaching it as well. I will always be grateful that SWPS made me discover this. Furthermore, I love reading, writing, history, cooking (and food!), nature, animals, cars, adventure, and freedom of speech.
Maths can solve anything!!
Nicolene Coetzee
Subjects Taught:
- Maths
Birth Date: 20 January
Vital Mission Personnel
Beverley Phillips
Birth Date: 6 October
Duties:
- Administration Assistant
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Young, energetic person with a positive attitude. Likes outdoor activities.
Wessel Petrus Blomerus
Birth Date: 22 June
Duties:
- Terrein Bestuurder
- Toesig
- Beheer Dissipline
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An ex-colonel of the South African Police. 10 – 20 medals, as well as 30 years of service, and combating terrorism.
An estate agents for eight years.
Michelle Ann Smit
Birth Date: 25 November
Duties:
- Tuckshop “Ma”
I keep the tummies full, the thirsts quenched, and smiles on faces, and even chat when needed.
Often.
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I am an entrepreneur who loves people and God. I will take any opportunity and have great fun making it work.
Elmarie de Villiers
Birth Date: 16 December
Duties:
- Tuckshop Lady
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I love cooking and working with teenagers. Because I am a child of God, I find the tuckshop a great place to interact with the children and just love on them.
Andy Smit
Birth Date: 5 September
Duties:
- Assistant to Michelle
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- Loves a beautiful girl
- Cooks up a storm
- Can’t make coffee for beans
