Due to the nature of the Islamic content, kindly treat and dispose of this newsletter appropriately. H OUGHTON MUSLIM ACADEMY FP N EWSLET TER T ERM 2, I SSUE 2 24 A PRIL 2015 L ONG W EEKENDS  A reminder to parents that HMA is closed on Monday 27 April (Freedom Day) and Friday 1 May (Workers Day).  Tuesday 28 April to Thursday 30 April are normal school days Sports Day 19 March 2015 Venue: Houghton Primary School The day started out cloudy and cold, but alhamdulillah it warmed up a little bit in order for us to have a fun -filled Sports Day. Learners belted out the National Anthem and the Warcries to get the action started. Beanbags were everywhere as learners raced to fill their buckets. The blockbuilding race was an intricate affair with learners concentrating on ensuring the tower was built and then speeding off to the finish line. Next up were the hulahoops and learners had to pick these up and keep them around them till the finish line. The three legged race was quite interesting as different groups employed different strategies in trying to reach the finish line. Some hopped, some ran and some jumped, but they all got to the end. This was the first time we had sprints that were judged by points and organising the line judges took a bit of a time. Video evidence was used in some races as the finish was quite close. The ice cream cone race was a test of balance for the learners. The t– shirt race showed us who is able to get dress the quickest and arrive at school on time. The tyre race was awesome, with some learners rolling the tyres whilst almost running side wards. Others had to fetch their tyres and ensure they were kept on the track. The relay is always a popular event and this year was no different. Learners had to ensure they collected the baton properly before building up speed and running for the finish. On one occasion, the baton did not find its intended recipient. For the first time too, we had Tug of War and a battle of strength between the different groups took place. Shukran to the staff for their assistance in ensuring the day was a success. Thank you to the following who assisted us in various ways:  PTA for their assistance on the day  Sedgars for the medals  Various vendors that came out to sell food, etc  The BOG for their support  Parents for their support  Darsots for the sound  Coach Alain and Mufti Zaid Minty, our MC. S PECIAL TEREST : POINTS OF IN-  School times: Mon to Thurs  Toddlers; Grade 000 and Grade 00: 9am to 12pm  Grade R: 7:30am to 13:40  Grade 1 and 2: 7:30am to 14:40  Friday times:  Preschool 9am — 11:30am  FP 7:30am — 11:50am  27 April — Freedom Day (School closed)  29 April — Waterwise visit  1 May — Workers Day  (School closed)  25 May — Assessments start  12 June — Assessments end  15 June — School Holiday  16 June - Youth Day (School closed)  17 — 19 June — Charity Drive  26 June — School Closes CONTACT US: TEL: 011 483 2818 ; EMAIL: [email protected] Due to the nature of the Islamic content, kindly treat and dispose of this newsletter appropriately. I SLAAMIAT   H OUGHTON M USLIM A CADEMY  52 2nd Avenue Houghton 2198 P.O. Box 1274 Houghton 2041      www.hmacademy.co.za We encourage parents to listen to their child’s Quraan reading daily. Revision of surahs and duahs is highly recommended on a daily basis. Alhamdulillah, the Grade 3 learners are now reading their Zohr salaah in the masjid. Parents to assist by ensuring the remaining salaah are performed at home. Remember to sign the Quraan sabak daily. Topees and burqas MUST be worn when learners arrive and leave from school. Parents are encouraged to remind and ensure learners make salaam. Encourage learners to read the duah below: [email protected] @HoughtonSchool LEARN. PRACTICE. TEACH GRADE R CERAMIC TILE NOTICE READY FOR COLL FROM TEACHERS S ATURDAY S PORTS  Saturday Sports continues over the long weekends: 25 April and 2nd May. W ATERWISE Quote by Prophet  Waterwise will be visiting HMA on 29 April 2015 and explain the importance of water and give tips on how to save water.  Learners will also get the chance to meet Mazi, Rand Waters Tapduck. Muhammed S.A.W.: FP M ARKET D AY  This week there will be Hot chocolate and popcorn for R7 L OST P ROPERTY  Kindly label every item of your child’s uniform.  We have an abundance of lost property items with no names on them. Some items are brand new.  Please come and check at the school for any items your child may be missing. B UILDING U PDATE  Ground has been broken and the site is in the process of been cleared.  The heavy machinery will be removed by Friday IA. CONTACT US: TEL: 011 483 2818 ; EMAIL: [email protected]