Assembly: 21 May 2023
THEME: TIME MANAGEMENT
From Scripture:
For everything there is a season,
A time for every activity under heaven.
A time to be born and a time to die.
A time to plant and a time to harvest.
A time to kill and a time to heal.
A time to tear down and a time to build up.
A time to cry and a time to laugh.
A time to grieve and a time to dance.
A time to scatter stones and a time to gather stones.
A time to embrace and a time to turn away.
A time to search and a time to quit searching.
A time to keep and a time to throw away.
A time to tear and a time to mend.
A time to be quiet and a time to speak.
A time to love and a time to hate.
A time for war and a time for peace. – Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
Message
“Time waits for no one.” – Folklore.
The earliest record of this phrase is dated 1225 – before English was shaped in the modern form. The origin is uncertain. It means that no man has enough power to stop time or to change its course.
Time is money. – Benjamin Franklin.
Probably, the most famous quote about time by Benjamin Franklin, a person known for his productivity and various talents. In his 84 years, he was not only a prominent politician and diplomat, but also an actor, musician, inventor, and satirist. As for his famous saying, it refers to the concept of opportunity cost. This means, each choice you make has its cost, and delays (as a choice to not take action) usually lead to decrease in output.
The key is in not spending time, but in investing it. – Stephen R. Covey.
A quote by Stephen R. Covey, the author of the famous time management matrix. You can spend time on useful and useless things, but if you call it “investing”, you’ll definitely invest it in something that has value and importance for you. Choose your goals wisely so that the time you spend on them becomes an investment, not an expense.
MID YEAR EXAMS
Gentlemen the sands of time are running out for you as you prepare for the mid-year examinations which commence next Monday. It is essential that you start preparing for these crucial assessments. For those of you who are struggling, please seek the support of your subject teachers ASAP so that you are on top of your academic demands. The time is upon you; it is time to act and be proactive . Time management is crucial.
Martin Luther King Jr stated : ’the time is always right to do what is right.’ This statement relates directly to our core values and the self –discipline to implement those values.
ACADEMIC FOCUS
Mrs Finnie, Deputy Head: Academics addressed the boys on the upcoming exams. Her speech is here.
MENTOR THEME OF THE WEEK AND FOCUS
Thought for the Week:
“Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken.” – ~Oscar Wilde
This is such a wonderful quote and reminder what Andre Bredenkamp shared at Reunion; you are only competing against yourself, not anyone else! You are a unique individual and have your own characteristics, strengths and skills . Let us celebrate individuality and diversity – it is a strength not a weakness.
SPEAKERS’ CIRCLE WINNING SPEECH:
Last week at the Speakers Circle Dinner, there were many outstanding speeches given on a variety of topics. The Best Speaker on the night for prepared speech was Moosa on the topic ‘Children do not play “. The best improvised speech was by Marais.
Moosa delivered his excellent speech to the boys and staff. He will be representing SA overseas in the not too distant future. We wish you every success.
SPORT
This week there were mid-week fixture against Kearsney. The 1st XI soccer team took on Michaelhouse on Barns’. Rugby played 13 matches, winning 12 and drawing 1. College’s hockey teams played 12 matches, winning 8, drawing 1 and losing 3.
The Soccer 1st XI won their match against Michaelhouse 6-1.
Maritzburg College’s cross country, squash and volleyball teams continued to produce excellent results last week.
Full sport results are here.
This weekend, the school was proud to host the primary schools 126th KZN Inter-district Rugby Tournament. Challenged by cold and sometimes wet conditions, there was plenty of energy and excitement as teams from six districts competed for provincial selection.
SPORT AWARDS
A large number of our boys have gained inland and or provincial selection for their specific sports code.
Full details are here.
I wish you all a very good week
Pro Aris et Focis
CL Luman (Headmaster)