March 15 – Pietermaritzburg
Angela Stoltenkamp has been selected for the U19 KZN Inland Girls Shadow Squad following the first round of trials in Pietermaritzburg, where approximately 20 players were chosen.
Further trials are scheduled for September. The squad is expected to participate in additional training sessions and matches under provincial coaches, with details to be confirmed.

Standing firm in faith: ACTS Easter performance

March 25:
“Therefore, put on the full armour of God so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground…” (Ephesians 6:13). This powerful message formed the foundation of the VHS ACTS Easter performance presented to learners on 25 March.
Our enthusiastic dancers, actors, and singers took to the stage with confidence, creatively portraying the different pieces of the Armour of God: the Sword of the Spirit, Breastplate of Righteousness, Feet fitted with the Gospel of Peace, Shield of Faith, Helmet of Salvation, and the Belt of Truth. The performance served as a meaningful reminder to all believers to call on the Lord during times of difficulty.
A standout moment was the unique shadow puppet production, which traced the life of David—from shepherd in the fields to king on the throne. The dramatic depiction of David defeating Goliath captivated the audience and reinforced the message that through Christ, we are strengthened to overcome any challenge.
The ACTS dancers delivered energetic performances to 10 000 Armies and No Fear, while also engaging the crowd through trending TikTok songs by Forrest Frank.
Adding to the inspiration, talented singer Luthando and her Dream Team performed an original song encouraging learners to continue praising God through life’s ups and downs.
The ACTS team looks forward to sharing this uplifting Easter performance with neighbouring primary schools, Jubileum Old Age Home, and the AOG Church early in Term 2.

Gratitude to sponsors

A special thank you goes to Meatmasters for their continued and valued support, particularly for providing t-shirts for all ACTS participants.

School closes and holiday activities begin

March 27:
As the school closed on 27 March, learners embarked on an action-packed holiday filled with sporting and cultural achievements.

Rugby tour success in Parys

The first and U/16 Rugby Teams toured to Parys in the Free State, where they participated in the Namgola Week tournament.
• The first team secured one victory
• The U/16 team achieved an outstanding three wins out of three
During their off day, players enjoyed a visit to Casa Cara Resort.
The coaches and players extend their sincere gratitude to the community for donations that made the tour possible, as well as to Nondweni Bus Services for sponsoring transport.

Karate excellence at NKZN Championship

March 28 – Newcastle:
VHS learners excelled at the NKZN Karate Championship, with four athletes qualifying to represent KwaZulu-Natal at the SA National Karate Championships in Johannesburg in May.
Achievements:
• Lwazi Mlotshwa – Gold (Kata), Gold (Kumite)
• Ayanda Ndlovu – Gold (Kata), Gold (Kumite)
• Melo Shabangu – Gold (Kata), Silver (Kumite)
• Emma Mattison – Silver (Kata), Gold (Kumite)

Serving the community: Interact outreach

April 9:
On Thursday, April 9, the Interact Committee visited Inkululeko Children’s Home, where they delivered homemade Easter goodie bags and cake for both the children and staff.
The visit was filled with warmth and excitement as members spent time engaging with the children. The joy on the children’s faces was evident as they received and opened their special gifts, making the experience truly memorable.
The day proved to be both meaningful and productive, reflecting the strong spirit of community service, compassion, and care that defines Vryheid High School.

Sports fixture vs Dundee

April 11 (Away):
Vryheid High School kicked off Term 2 with a competitive fixture against Dundee. Our learners displayed determination and sportsmanship across all codes.

Netball results

• U/14 A: 17–10 (Win)
• U/14 B: 2–2 (Draw)
• U/15 A: 4–1 (Win)
• U/15 B: 6–1 (Win)
• U/16 A: 17–4 (Win)
• Second team: 14–13 (Win)
• First team: 11–17 (Loss)

Hockey results

• U/14: 3–0 (Win)
• U/16 Girls: 1–1 (Draw)
• Second Girls: 0–3 (Loss)
• First Girls: 3–2 (Win)
• Second Boys: 0–1 (Loss)
• First Boys: 0–3 (Loss)

Rugby results

• U/14: 47–0 (Win)
• U/15: 24–7 (Win)
• U/16: 12–15 (Loss)
• Second team: 8–7 (Win)
• First team: 7–19 (Loss)

Chess results

• VHS: 3
• Dundee: 8

Looking ahead: Upcoming events

• April 18 – Sports Fixture vs Ferrum (Away)

Vryheid High School continues to shine through faith, talent, and determination—both on and off the field.

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