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Farewells 2016
It is always a sad occasion to bid farewell to staff members both during and at the end of the year . We wish all our colleagues well and trust that they look back on their time at College with fond memories .
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we know that there will always be a very special place in her heart for the loud , robust and energetic gentlemen in red , black and white .” |
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Chas Brand started at College in the Admissions department in May 2012 . She then moved to the Pupil Office where she took on the responsibility of dealing with the boys . She is a people ’ s person and worked well with the general public , boys and parents . We wish her well in her new venture . ( NO PHOTO AVAILABLE )
Jackie Cook began teaching at Maritzburg College in January 2000 . She developed a reputation for expecting high standards from the boys and she enjoyed extending them beyond the curriculum by continually exposing them to the joy of acquiring knowledge . She has a very sharp intellect and is a life-long learner and so she endeavoured to instil in the boys a thirst for honing skills and the thrill of learning . She was a passionate and dedicated teacher of English and Visual Arts and she went on to serve as the Head of Visual Arts . Jackie left us during the course of 2016 to follow her passion . We wish her well and thank her for her commitment to education . ( NO PHOTO AVAILABLE )
Ann Houghting ( 1997 – 2016 ) is retiring after 20 years as the SAN Sister in the hot seat of attending to all the boys ’ aches and pains . Sister Houghting is incredibly caring , considerate and passionate about her boys and meticulous in following through . ( NO PHOTO AVAILABLE )
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Ryan Kyle ( OC 2000 ) left Maritzburg College in June 2016 to pursue other educational opportunities .
Kyle Langman leaves after a short period at College to pursue a teaching career in England with his family . Kyle taught in the EMS and Accounting department and headed up the new Business Studies department .
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Andre Leroy ( OC 2001 ) joined the teaching staff in 2006 and from 2015 also fulfilled the role of Admissions Public Relations Officer . Andre was also the Subject Head of Maths Literacy , master-in-charge of Cricket , BE master for Hudson and Nathan House and was Housemaster of Calder House for a short period of time . Andre , Liz and family are off to Uplands College in Mpumalangato to follow their desire to live close to the Kruger National Park . |
Bronwen Mantle began teaching at College in 2006 and has been a much-loved and accomplished colleague and teacher . She leaves to take up a position at St Anne ’ s Diocesan College .
Debbie Martin ( 1987-1990 , 2001-2003 , 2004-2016 ). After nearly 20 years of dedicated and committed service to College , as an English teacher , former Head of English and latterly as the Deputy Head of Academics , we sadly bid farewell to her as she takes on a new challenge and role as Deputy Head of Pastoral Care at her alma mater , St Anne ’ s Diocesan College .
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Her friend and colleague , Mrs Jeanette Finnie , paid tribute to Debbie , describing her as as a passionate , dynamic and creative educator who believed that learning was more than a curriculum , it was about preparation for life . “ Debbie expected a great deal from the boys but gave so much more . Her classes were taught about tolerance , fairness and respect , to stand up for what is right and to always consider how one ’ s actions will make people feel . Debbie ’ s maxim was ‘ what is best for the boys ’ and she would do whatever was necessary to give our boys the best possible education . She brought such positivity , energy and vitality to her job . |
Bonwa Mbontsi ( OC 2007 ) began teaching at College in 2016 and was involved in the Drama and English departments . He was actively involved in FUNK where he is synonymous with the brilliant performances over the years . Bonwa is going to follow his dream in the world of the arts but will still be involved with FUNK at College .
Joe Morgan ( OC 2004 ) began teaching at College in 2012 . He was involved in the EMS / Accounting and Economics departments . He and his wife , Rebecca , are pursuing a teaching opportunity in Kenya . We wish them well in their endeavours and hope to see them return to Pietermaritzburg in the future . ( NO PHOTO AVAILABLE )
Nicola Pearman began teaching at College in 2014 as a part-time English teacher . She is relocating to Westville with her family .
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Janine Jeary began teaching at College in 2008 and was actively involved in the Accounting and EMS departments and as a teacher in the Khanyisa Outreach Programme . She also assisted with FUNK choreography . She is leaving us to take up a position at St John ’ s DSG . |
Liz Leroy began teaching in the English department in 2008 . She has been a dedicated teacher who will be sorely missed . She was actively involved in the Speakers ’ Circle . She joins her husband at Uplands College . |
Debbie was also an amazing mentor to the teachers . Her open door policy resulted in her building strong and lasting relationships with many people . Although she was no push over , one knew one would have an empathetic ear and some sage words of advice . She was always prepared to give someone a second chance , if she believed they deserved it .
Debbie touched the lives of many staff and boys and she will be greatly missed . Although we wish her well in the misty climes of Hilton ,
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Michael Smith leaves College as the Director of Cricket and First VI coach to relocate to Grey High School , Port Elizabeth , to take up a coaching position there . Mike has ties to the Eastern Cape and we are sure he and his family are excited about reconnecting with friends and family . |
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