1. COLLEGE NEWS
Aurum International College of Education
Centre number: ZA075
Gauteng education Department Registration number: 400433
(011) 326 0440
083 243 3449/ 084 200 1193
“Thank you very much for
everything. I am thankful
that my kids got to come to
the school, they were very
happy. I still regret that I
didn't get to know the
school earlier. It is my in-
tention to continue my rela-
tionship with the school at
another level”
Dr Danisa E Baloyi
In This Issue
 Results October/November
2014 : pages 2 & 3
 From the principal’s office
Pages 4&5
 Staffing 2015 : Page 6 & 7
 LRC : Page 8
 PTLC : Page 9
 Dates to diarize : Page 10
Alumni News
Aurum International College January 2015
Congratulations to Muchenja
Namumba on her gold medal and
her graduation with a BSc Com-
puter Science at the university of
Cape Town. We are So proud of
you!
Muchenja Namumba Thanks
so much Catherine Bauthi-
er you are the sweetest and
most brilliant Maths lecturer I
have ever had. You taught me
to love Maths and I could have
not become a computer sci-
ence graduate without your
help. Thank you for the foun-
dation you gave me.
We would also like to congrat-
ulate Otshepeng Komane,
Alias Owen Kay on the launch
of his Milestone Album on the
17th of July 2014

2. Ofentse Komane: A for Math-
ematics, A for English, B for
chemistry, B for Physics
Jordan Busch: A for French, B for
Mathematics, English, Physics and
Chemistry
Deanna Lasania : A Level Maths A*,
A Level Biology A, A Level Geogra-
phy A,, AS Level Physics A, A Level
Business B...
2014 Results
Aimi Lasania : A Level Mathematics: A, A Level
Physics A, A level Biology B, A Level Business
Studies B, A Level Geography B ...
Michelle Pearl Boyce: AS English, B, AS
Afrikaans A Part-time
Danielle Kullmann: : A Level Physics
A, A Level Maths B, A Level Biology C,
IGCSE Chemistry A, English B

3. Also congratulations to...
S
Panashe Maningi, AS
Economics A
Daina Jackson : AS Mathematics
A Part-time
Nganji
Nyaruhirura
B IGCSE
French
Ismael Omar:
BIGCSE Mathemat-
ics B
Dylan Ketcher :
IGCSE computing B
Ammaarah Asvat:
AS Afrikaans B
Louange Gatoto:
IGCSE French A*
Eugene
Lukasa :AS French
B
Akhanani Jayiya IGCSE
Mathematics B
Adrian Fortuin
AS English B
Tiago Campbell AS English, B, AS Afri-
kaans B, AS Maths B, , AS Physics B
Mutanwa
Mufamadi AS
Business
Studies B
Nomsa Ncube AS
Business Studies B
Benjamin Twite
IGCSE French A*

4. Catherine Bauthier
Principal and Director of Studies
A new year and a fresh start - it is always enticing, challenging and exciting! 2015 is full of promise and the
Cambridge results are a truly pleasant way to start the year.
I have no doubt that if you’re reading this letter you have perused the results as spelled out on the previ-
ous pages. It was my absolute pleasure to dispatch results to those beautiful, beaming and truly deserving
young people- of whom you as parents/guardians and we as educators really deserve to be proud. While
we did not get 100% pass rate in all the subjects - we did proudly achieve the following:

5. As many of you are aware there were a few subject areas that did not meet the high standards
that we have grown accustomed to at Aurum. You will have noticed however that we are striv-
ing to improve and that there have been changes in staffing, discipline and organization.
When considering the results we need to remember that on average less than 5% of students
achieve distinctions worldwide and that those with B’s are generally in the top 25%. I will send
out the standards for October/November 2014 examinations as soon as they are available.
Many of the students who were disappointed were those who did not work timeously and those
who chose to write against the recommendations of the college.
My biggest plea to parents/guardians and students is to gift themselves with the time that it
takes to succeed. There are less than twelve weeks till the May/June exam session. Students
who need to improve their marks by less than 10% are encouraged to write Cambridge exams
then. It is not possible however to complete a one year course in a mere12 weeks. The prob-
lem is that students attempting this rush through the work with little if any exam preparation.
They only get their results in August and if they have not passed which is a possibility - consid-
ering the short period of time they have given themselves to prepare - they only have Septem-
ber to rush through the syllabus again in an attempt to pass in October. This is really not con-
ducive to any real learning.
Learners studying towards their A Levels living in the UK do not ’have a life’. They go to school
in the dark, come home in the dark, work late into the night and do that six days a week. De-
spite this they handle their syllabi over two years. We cannot compete with the best in the
world and expect to rely on our inert ability with very little time or effort.
I want to believe that we are a team We are going to work together as parents/guardians and
teachers to encourage, nurture and provide an environment conducive to focus and dedication
for the learners. They in turn will refrain from indulging in activities that have a negative effect
on their ability to learn and study. They will put in the hours, effort and dedication to succeed in
their studies. With enough sleep, a balanced diet and a healthy mix of work and play they will
be set to attain their potential. They need to use their ‘little minutes’. As I keep reminding them
-just three sets of twenty minutes make an hour. So much can be done in that time -yet it is so
easily wasted.
Thank you for entrusting us with your precious children. We promise to give them nothing but
the best. Please remember that I am always willing to listen to positive criticism.
Congratulations to the learners of 2014 - We look forward to even better results in 2015!

6. At Aurum we pride ourselves on our really stable staff.
1. We are please to welcome back Missile to head the physics which he will continue
to do with Steve as he has done since January 2013. We look forward to more
awards like Danielle Kullmann’s top physics student in Southern Africa.
2. There are no changes in the maths department which will still be headed by
Cathy, working closely with Steve and Missile and assisted by Lou. Cathy has
been teaching Cambridge maths since 1997 and leading Aurum International
since its inception in 2006.
3. We are really blessed to still have Adinda heading the biology Adinda has been
with us since 2006 and has immeasurable experience. We hope to benefit from
her wealth of knowledge for many years to come. Robyn has decided to take a
break to spend time with her children and Cathy has agreed to handle the IGCSE
and Foundation Biology. Until further notice. She has attended numerous CIE
courses in the subject, and taught it from 2006 till 2012 with exceptional results.
4. Fortunately Nick is still at the helm of the chemistry. There is no need to remind
you of his track record– we all remember Madeeha’s Laher’s top student in
Southern Africa award for chemistry. Nick is now taking over the foundation chem-
istry which will be great for ease of movement into IGCSE. We’d find it really hard
to find a chemistry teacher in the world who is willing to spend as much extra time
on his students as Nick is. Nick has been with us since 2010.
5. Star remains at the head of the commercial subjects. She remains a leader in her
field .With her guidance Mutanwa Mufamadi attained the best business student in
Southern Africa award. Star has been with us since 2007. She is also the CIE ex-
aminations officer.
6. Andre is going to continue with the Afrikaans which we’re thrilled about as he also
boasts 100% pass rate at AS Level. In 2013 he also attained 100% pass rate in
IGCSE.
7. Denise returns to teach the Drama. She is a big favourite with the students .We
cannot wait to be treated to the fruits of her labour at the cultural evening– which
she has been doing with such flare since 2010.

7. 8. We are so thrilled to have to Mr Ariel Wertlen
Spilkin back - this time as a permanent staff member.
Ariel taught for us briefly in 2013, he also taught the
part-time English last year with salutary results. It is
really special when past students come back to the
college as teachers. Ariel will be the head of humani-
ties teaching English, English Literature, Social Sci-
ence and History. As a student at Aurum he achieved
the top Cambridge student award for A Level History. Students used to
tease that Ariel was a walking encyclopaedia– and history was always his
passion.. He will also be assisting students with their Art. He will not be work-
ing alone, he will be closely assisted by Lou who attended the Cambridge
training last year and Lisa. We wait in anticipation of his debating extra-
mural… Ariel was a debater of note and provided the Aurum family with
many hours of enriching entertainment as he spoke his opponents into a stu-
por. We also look forward to Sajeeli returning later in the year from maternity
leave.
9. We are really excited to introduce you to Dr Bernard
Nieuwoudt who will be heading the computer Science. We
had approached Bernard in the hope of acquiring his ser-
vices several times in the past At last he is here and we
have no doubt that he will be a great asset to the college.
Teaching is his passion and computers are his forte so our
computing students are in great hands– as is our comput-
er laboratory which he clearly explained is an asset of the
college and all of its students and staff. Bernard comes
from EOH and brings with him immense knowledge and innovative ideas.
Claire felt that she would be happier in a South African examination environ-
ment and we wish her nothing but the best.
With our highly dedicated and qualified team we are equipped to provide our
learners with the very best in education thus ensuring that they are in a posi-
tion to achieve their goals in south Africa and/or the world.

8. It was decided that the A level students would all be given a chance as
prefects for the month of February. .
The staff and learners will then have a chance to assess their leader-
ship qualities and then when the voting takes place on the 2nd of March
there would have been time for
1. The new students to have become known to those returning and
thus to stand a chance of being elected as prefects/learner repre-
sentative.
2. Learners and staff to make an informed choice of learner leadership
in the college.
Our provisional ‘prefect/learner representative body is as follows:
1.Asvat, Ammaarah 10. Muchindu, Kilmer
2.Brooks, Dagan 11. Musa, Soumaya
3.Busch, Jordan 12. Omar, Ismael
4.Butler, Nicholas 13. Sanyangare, Tendai
5.Butumbi, Eugene 14. Selepe, Sarah
6.Cosma, Joseph 15. Simatele, Buya Nangoma, Stella
7.Komane Ofentse 16. Tshabalala, Zizipho
8. Morley, Daniella 17. Xaba, Nhlanganiso
9. Mpumlwana, Vangile 18. Xue Ling Li, Sherry
Voting for prefects from the above list as well as for LRC representatives at every level
will take place at lunch time on the 27th February in the foyer.

9. In the last quarter of last year we held a really positive inaugural meet-
ing of the PLSC. That meeting did not include learners - but it was de-
cided that they would be included at future meetings where appropriate
as it was generally felt that they had a valuable role to play.
The following committees were suggested/provisionally appointed:
1. Disciplinary Committee: Dr Mufamadi, Mrs Ketcher, Ms Omar,
Andre, Mr Mazhindu, Cathy and Star
2. Old Parktonian's’ Liaison Committee and Sports committee: Mr
Stemmet, Mr Fortuin, Mr Ketcher and Steve.
3. Motivational speakers and Enrichment: Denise Goosen and
Mrs Ketcher
4. SAP Liaison Committee: Mr Stemmet, Andre
We are hoping for the committees to meet on the 13th of February at
19h00.
If there are/were any other committees or if I have made any omissions
or errors with the above I apologize and ask you please to email Andre
with the corrections.
Also if anybody would like to commit to assisting the college on any
committee please contact Andre via email. We would love some help
with fund raising, marketing and advertising.
Thank you so much for all the positivity and support that you as a parent
body have given the school.
The next meeting of the PTSC will be on the Thursday 19th February to
allow time for the committees to meet before and to report back to the
meeting.
We as a staff are looking forward to meeting with you all again!

10. Contact Us
Give us a call for more infor-
mation
011 326 0440 OR
084 200 1193
083 243 3449
Email us at:
admin@aurumcollege.co.za
Or the principal Cathy Bauthier
at
cathy@aurumcollege.co.za
Visit us on the web at web at
Www.aurumcollege.co.za
Dates to diarize:
1. Thursday 12th February: committee meetings
2. Friday 13h February: Cambridge Entries for those writing
May/June exams with payment to the office by 12h00 Noon.
3. Thursday 19th February: Meeting of PTLC in the college foyer
at 19h00.
4. Thursday 26th February: Parents evening at the college from
18h00 till 19h30. Please make every effort to attend. This is a
meeting of parents/guardians, learners and teachers and all par-
ties are crucial to its success.
5. Friday 27th February: Voting for student leaders
6. Friday 27th February: Afrikaans tour departs.
7. Friday 27th February: Last day of first quarter.
8. Monday 2nd March: Afrikaans tour returns.
9. Monday 2nd March till Friday 6th March: Study break.
10.Friday 6th March: Student Social 18h00– 21h00
11.Monday 9th March: Start of second quarter.