Rivonia High SPARK School sets the bar high with memorable first sports day
The sports day at Rivonia School provided a platform for learners to showcase their talents, build friendships, and foster a lifelong love of sports.
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Rivonia High SPARK School recently set the stage for a thrilling display of fitness and camaraderie as it hosted its first-ever Sports Day.
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The event, held on the school grounds, brought together learners, teachers, and parents to celebrate sportsmanship and competition.
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From the beginning of the school day, the air was electric with anticipation as learners geared up for a day filled with various sporting activities.
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The day started with an inspiring opening ceremony, where the assistant principal for scholar social workers, Kavisha Govender, delivered a motivating speech emphasising the values of teamwork, perseverance, and fair play. This set the tone for the spirited contests that followed, fostering a sense of unity and pride among the participants.
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“It is incredible to see our scholars pushing their limits and creating bonds; the spirit of determination and resilience is thrilling and beautiful to witness.
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“Three sporting codes – hockey, netball, and soccer –are diverse and welcoming so our scholars can find their potential sport and, of course, maintain learners’ physical well-being, which is vital and instils discipline, perseverance, and teamwork.”
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