The 2023 Chronicle

EAST

Back Row: Michael Pitt, Victor North, Matthew Butcher, West Mitchell-Innes, Samuel Bates, Donovan van Staden, Ayden McDavid, Christopher Skinner, Sentso Tlelai, Dominic Sesink Clee, Oliver Mostert, Harry Vickery, Noah Bates, Adrian von Klemperer, Ethan Muir; Fourth Row: Nicolas Salamousas, Cole Karan, Ethan Cockram, Matthew Solms, Tyron Kaufmann, Sebastian Hofmeyr, Brett Hill, Michael Smithyman, Sibongakonke Buthelezi, Oliver Brown, Henry Love, Oliver Vickery, Luke Kaufmann, Amogelang Phetlhu, Liam van Aardt, Dylan Drew; Third Row: Isa Shabalala, Harry Witherspoon, Vuyisa Mqokiyana, William Gilson, Sinnon Khosa, George Mitchell-Innes, Reily Elliot, Ross Ferguson, Jason Brufau Galvin, Joshua Kesene, Onalerona Lefakane, Benjamin Trotter, Christopher Gilson, Leruo Sento, Christopher Grout; Second Row: Nathan Roberts, Duncan Roberts, Trent Buckley, William Aylward, Riley Muir, Nivan Royappen, Kobé Ng, Nicholas Baker, Jean-Luc Rey, Connor Wilson, Ethan Makamure, Reuben Jonker, Thomas Browse, Nathan Simons, Oarabile Poopedi, Benjamin Spencer; Front Row (seated): Mr Jayden Gengan, Mr Alex Deetlefs, Ms Aldi Smith, Oliver von Klemperer, Ms Rose Zaca, Peter Hein, Mr Brandon Venter, Murray Baker, Mr Linda Shezi, Robert Butcher, Mr Khalipha Cele, James Gilson, Mrs Sally Cahill, Oliver Armstrong, Ms Wendy Dlamini, Mrs Dale Lynch

looked up to by the other Houses and this is something Mr Shezi, the tutors of East and its boys can certainly take pride in. This roller coaster of a year has certainly been one to remember. We are often very spoiled by the House braais that we receive, which only make the bond between us stronger. It has been an extremely successful year for East and for all the boys and staff involved in it. The award for the Spirit of Ubuntu is carefully chosen by the members of staff and Head of House, and voted for by the boys of East. This award goes to boys who we believe represent ubuntu in their daily lives and give 100% of their effort at all times. The 2023 year was enthusiastically kick-started by the arrival of 13 boys who managed quickly to become part of the East family. Although arriving at a new school and trying to fit into a new environment is often difficult, these boys slipped smoothly into the Michaelhouse way of things. They have had their fair share of highs and lows, all part of the brotherhood and special memories they will share of their five years here. Connor Wilson played U14A water polo and was vice-captain as well as receiving the best defender award.

Written by Murray Baker

Housemaster: Mr Linda Shezi Assistant Housemaster: Mr Brandon Venter

House Tutors: Mr Khalipha Cele, Mr Bruere Venter, Mrs Dale Lynch, Miss Aldi Smith, Mr Alex Deetlefs E Block Tutor: Mrs Sally Cahill Head of House: Murray Baker House Prefects: James Gilson, Oliver Armstrong, Peter Hein, Robert Butcher, Oliver von Klemperer Spirit of Ubuntu Award: Chris Gilson, Ben Trotter buntu – I am because we are. Bounded by the spirit of Ubuntu, the men of East continuously thrive within the bustling environment they are surrounded by. I believe that it is the uniqueness within the individuals that sets us apart from the other nine houses. The constant comradery and banter allow the men of East to find their home away from home. East is so often U

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