FAYE'S DIARY
17 May - 15 June 2013
Today, Friday 17 May 2013, is a watershed day for me personally. Today, I am offically no longer a “Braeburn Mum”. I’m still a Braeburn employee (lest anyone gets hopeful!), but after 15 amazing years, my youngest daughter, Shannon, has now completed her last exam, and has officially left school. What a journey it has been. I still remember my older daughter, Paige, putting on her little blue dress (the uniform in those days) for her first day at “Braeburned” (as she called it). How scary that day was for all of us, and now it just doesn’t seem that long ago. Paige is now in her second year of university and doing very well with her studies. And today, Shannon was officially signed out of boarding at BGE. We’ll be back for Graduation Day of course, but it is a funny feeling. And so for our family, Braeburn has done it’s job, but of course it will always be part of our lives. No doubt Shannon will be back on the Braeburn stage messing around in the pantomime, and you’ll all be able to yell at her “Hiya Buttons!” once more.
But before I drown in my own nostalgia, let’s look ever forward to all the good things that are coming up. I’m going to be away for a couple of weeks, so this could be a bit of a bumper issue. Diaries at the ready!!
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Friday 17 May |
Tonight is Movie Night in Kisumu and you’ve got some great movies to look forward to. “Rise of the Guardians” is an animation about our childhood heroes – Father Christmas, the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny, and how they need to save the children’s belief in them. And then there is a great family movie: “Parental Guidance” with Bette Midler and Billy Crystal. I loved both movies, so you’ve got a hard choice to make. Get your popcorn popping and have a wonderful family evening. |
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Friday 17 May |
And the music goes on… FAB will be working at the disco night for the Year 3 – 5 children. Book it in your diary. You gotta be there! |
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Friday 17 May |
It’s another sound blow out with BGE having a disco on their side of town too for the Year 4 – 6 students. I think we should do video links and have dance competitions! Have a great time guys! |
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Saturday 25 May |
Here’s a great example of how Braeburn Gives Back. BGE are hosting a charity event for the South African Women’s Association: The Amazing RACE Rally! There’s going to be a rally, braai (aka BBQ), fun and games, with all proceeds going to the KSPCA. Tickets are available from SAWA Committee members before 21 May. Claire Heynike at BGE or Debbie Todd at Braeburn Gitanga Road. I can give you more details if you need. Adults Ksh1,000/- (BYOB) Children Ksh500/-. Sounds like a lot of fun. |
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Thursday 30 May |
Half Term Begins! Have fun! See you back at school on Monday 3 June. Good luck to our Rhino Charge teams! |
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Friday 31 May |
All the ADULTS are invited to AFRICA NIGHT! We haven’t had one of those for a long time. James Matheka, the Braeburn Club Manager, will be hosting in my absence, with lots of great food (served 8 – 9pm) and loads of great African vibes. What have I forgotten? I know. TUSKER!!! So dig out your colourful African gear and head up to Gitanga Road. This is an open event, so come one, come all! Advance Tickets on sale with Debs in the Business Centre, or James in the Club at Ksh600/- (includes your dinner), or you can pay at the door, but the tickets will be Ksh1,000/- per head. So why not book early? Tickets will be on sale from Monday. |
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Monday 3 June |
School Resumes |
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Friday 7 June |
The Braeburn School art exhibition “Exhibit!” will be opening in the Art Block. Please take some time when you are in school to go and see what our talented students have been up to. |
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Friday 7 June |
Our students by the sea will be having their annual International Cultural Day. Always an afternoon of colour, music and vibrancy. Have a great day! |
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Fri 7 & Sat 8 June |
I know all the Braeburn High School cast, with Miss Jago, has been working hard and the students have been involved in every aspect of this original production, including music, lyrics, background research for the storyline, sets, props and costumes. Based on the true story of the 1976 student uprising in Soweto, this production is sure to give an insight into events that have shaped our world today. |
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Saturday 8 June |
Join Braeburn Imani as they promote the opening of their new school in September 2013. For information on what the new school has to offer, from EYFS – A Level, with day, weekly and full boarding available, come along and have a chat to Mrs Sat, Mrs Kasura or Mr Williams. If you have friends who you think might be interested, please pass the word. If you’re in the Sarit that day, pop by and say “hello”. I expect I’ll be there for a while too! |
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Saturday 8 June |
FAB are having a fun charity day: “Fun for Each Other”. All the year groups have chosen a charity and the children will be running stalls to raise money for their charity. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. Bring friends, family, neighbours, and make a difference in someone’s life. |
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Sat 8 & Sun 9 June |
For the first time ever, we are hosting the Kenya Horticultural Society and their annual Flower Show. With the FAB Fun Day as well, you are going to have lots to tempt your senses with: sight, smell, taste, touch, hear. KHS promise a spectacular show of flowers, fruit, vegetables and herbs. Entry is Ksh200/-. What a busy weekend we’re going to have! |
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Saturday 8 June |
Braeburn Kisumu PTA is holding a Wine & Cheese evening, and not only that, there’s also going to be a Silent Auction. Mark your calendar for the evening, as there are lots of fun plans underway for a Term 3 adults’ event. Sounds like fun! |
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Friday 14 June |
Ahem! Calling all Quizzers! It’s Quiz Night at Braeburn Club (by popular demand, I hasten to add). Everyone welcome. Put a team together, max 6, and see if you can become the new champions. As ever, I hope to have QuizMaster Gazza by my side. So come for an evening of fun. See you there! |
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Saturday 15 June |
It’s Graduation Day! Parents of Year 13 and Year 11 are cordially invited to share this momentous day in our children’s lives. Contact Stella for more details. See you there! Sob!! |
There’s loads more going on, with productions galore at Braeside, Braeburn Imani, Braeburn Mombasa, Braeburn Nanyuki and Braeburn Kisumu, but I think I have probably given you enough to think about for now. Braeburn Players’ will also be presenting their annual offering on 21 and 22 June, but more on all of that after half term.
Speaking of productions, I am starting a new relationship with photobooks! As a sample, we have a photobook of the Braeburn School production, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. If you would like to view the “flipping” book”, please go to the Braeburn School website, and if you like it and want it, you can buy it online directly from PerfectPics (You can also preview the flipping book by clicking here). Your friends and relatives around the world can view, order and buy too! I’m hoping this is going to be something we can do with lots of different events, productions and happenings within all our schools, so even if you aren’t a Braeburn School parent, please have a look and let me know what you think of the idea.
Don’t forget the art exhibition in the Braeburn Coffee Shop, the Rhino Charge calendars on sale (chat to Debs), the Book Exchange in main Admin Block foyer, and all the classes happening in the Braeburn Fitness Centre. In addition to all the sports and school activities, I’m sure you are all going to be kept super busy whilst I am away. Have a happy couple of weeks and a lovely half term.
Best wishes
Faye
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Thought ‘Til I Return & As Our Students Finish Their Exams
“The journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step.” ~ Chinese Proverb