RANDFONTEIN HIGH SCHOOL

RHS ESSENTIAL 

Many students feel like knowing how to do well in math is an inborn skill, something that can’t be learned. But the truth is that anyone can be successful in math – they just need the right strategies. Over the next few days, we will be investigating tips for Math success! 

Tip #5: Get help fast. If a student realises that something is difficult, he should seek as much help as possible as quickly as possible. Teachers are very receptive to requests for extra help. Straighten out misunderstandings before they start to snowball.

https://www.education.com/magazine/article/10-tips-maximize-performance-math/

Today Birthdays:

Lesego Lebese (Grade 10)
Njabulo Khumalo (Grade 10)
Ashley Manje (Grade 11)
Lerato Matabane (Grade 9)
Oratile Shaku (Grade 12)

Saturday Birthdays:
Ofentse Mahlangu (Grade 8)
Paballo malevu (Grade 11)
Ofentse Ngoako (Grade 11)

Sunday Birthdays:
Ayesha Brown (Grade 9)
Thembeka Makapela (Grade 11)
Daniella Mogase (Grade 10)
Milisuthando Mpongwana (Grade 9)
Lungi Nyamande (Grade 9)
Khanyiso Ratshili (Grade 9)

RHS ESSENTIAL 

Many students feel like knowing how to do well in math is an inborn skill, something that can’t be learned.  

But the truth is that anyone can be successful in math – they just need the right strategies. Over the next few days, we will be investigating tips for Math success! 

Tip #4: Analyse and understand every mistake.

Our culture has become perfection- focused, and it’s tempting to ignore our mistakes. Students want to pass over a mistake made on homework or a test, to just let it go. But it’s important to fix mistakes and understand why they were made; otherwise we’re doomed to repeat them. Take time to figure out the thinking behind a mistake, and figure out how to do it right. Ask the teacher if you’re unclear. In advanced classes, it can be helpful to write a paragraph of reflection about why errors were made.

https://www.education.com/magazine/article/10-tips-maximize-performance-math/

Today Birthdays:
 

Tshimologo Simelane (Grade 8)
Kelebogile Molale (Grade 9)
Katlego Mosoeu (Grade 12)
Lulama Nakani (Grade 9)
Zaylin Vermaak (Grade 9)

1066 Halley's Comet sparks English monk to predict country will be destroyed
1880 Amateur Athletic Association, governing body for men's athletics in England & Wales, is founded in Oxford, England

RHS ESSENTIAL 

Many students feel like knowing how to do well in math is an inborn skill, something that can’t be learned. But the truth is that anyone can be successful in math – they just need the right strategies. Over the next few days, we will be investigating tips for Math success! 

Tip #3: Establish a good relationship with your teacher.

High school teachers have up to 175 students, so it’s important to distinguish yourself. During the first week of school, introduce yourself. Let your teacher know that you are interested in her class, and welcome the opportunity to learn. Ask questions that show you’re paying attention. Parents should also introduce themselves, via e-mail or at Parent meetings to teachers. Teachers respond best to students who show that they care about the class.

https://www.education.com/magazine/article/10-tips-maximize-performance-math/

Today Birthdays:

Mbali Hlubi (Grade 9)
Dineo makumbe (Grade 11)
Shelton Mavume (Grade 9)
Bryce Mos (Grade 10)
Lethabo Motsau (Grade 9)
Tiniyiko Ngobeni (Grade 9)
Kamogelo Simelane (Grade 8)

1881 Claude Carter, South African cricket spin bowler (19 Tests, 28 wickets, BB 6/50; Natal, Transvaal), born in Durban, South Africa (d. 1952)
1923 Nathan "Dambuza" Mdledle, South African singer (Manhattan Brothers) and actor, born in Pimville, Union of South Africa (d. 1995) 
2022 Dawie de Villiers, South African rugby union captain and halfback (25 Tests; Western Province), dies at 81