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May Workshop- KMF Alums share Varsity Experiences |
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On Saturday 5th of May, the KMF scholars came together to work on some real-life KMF scholar scenarios and hear from KMF alumni about life at varsity. Trustees Richard Mason and Chris Chivers were in town specially to see the scholars. Much was shared and learnt. More KMF scholar/alumni interaction coming soon!
To see more photos, visit our facebook page. Look out for the next scholar alumni interaction! |
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KMF launches its youtube channel! |
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Welcome to the launch of the Kay Mason Foundation youtube channel, where you can hear directly from KMF scholars how your support impacts their lives. Click on any of the six videos to hear what the KMF and its scholars have made possible together.
Please click "Like" if you enjoy the videos and pass them round to your friends and networks.
Look out for more KMF videos coming soon!
www.youtube.com/kaymasonfoundation
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KMF summer workshop and cultural outing |
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On Saturday 10th of March, the KMF scholars, families and staff came together for a workshop and cultural outing to the National Gallery in Company Gardens, Cape Town.
A fun trip to view the work of renowned Cape artist and poet, Peter Clarke and some Soviet propaganda posters before a group workshop focused on KMF activities in 2012, new structures such as the parent liaison body, introducing the Enrichment class and having fun!
A great time was had by all, and the KMF family is looking forward to making 2012 a year of excellence!
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Alumni Gathering- Jan 2012 |
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On Sunday the 8th of January, a group of KMF alumni gathered in Cape Town to catch up with Richard Mason, the KMF team and each other.
We heard not only about their experiences at university, but the exciting community projects they are setting up, the internships they are involved in and their plans for their burgeoning careers.
A very eloquent and glamorous group, the KMF is so proud of how hard these young people have worked to achieve their goals, and what an inspiration they are to current KMF scholars. They will be hosting workshops with KMF scholars soon. Watch this space!
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The group chats about an exciting youthsupport
project being set up by two alumni at Varsity College
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Reminiscing about being back at school...
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Matapelo Kombora and Lazola Sikupela joke with
the group as they describe their after-school youth
project.
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Nadine Moodie, one of the founding KMF
scholars and newly appointed KMF SA
Trustee is starting a Masters in Journalism
this year, her 3rd degree.
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A lovely group shot of some alumni who are
currently at UCT, Stellenbosch, and Varsity
College
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Cameron Cupido, studying Graphic Design at Stellenbosch,
tells Richard about her new job as Production Editor at youth magazine
Live SA
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Oprah magazine features Richard Mason and KMF girls |
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Richard Mason and KMF female scholars and alumnae were featured in the December 2011 Version of the Oprah magazine.
See it here: OPRAH FEATURE |
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PLease click here to see the KMF Christmas Newsletter: printed version/ e-version
We are so proud of what the KMF scholars have achieved this year. They have not only flourished academically, but thrown themselves into sports, arts, cultural, environmental and entrepreneurial initiatives.
It has been an exciting year of growth and new partnerships for the KMF and the team has worked extremely hard to ensure our structures and programmes run better than ever.
We have got a lot of exciting plans for 2012, and are committed to making sure we maintain our 99% success rate in what we do best: creating opportunities for South Africans through education.
Thank you to our supporters, without whom none of this would be possible.
A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the whole KMF family. |
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KMF Head of Development braves Atlantic for KMF Scholars |
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On the 25th of November, KMF Head of Development attempted a Robben Island Crossing to raise funds for and awareness of the KMF scholars.
Unfortunately she got hauled out of the water by lifeguards 7km in, 500m before the end due to severe hypothermia. She is not defeated, however, and will reattempt the crossing next year!
KMF kids were there to support, and although were worried about Natasha were very proud!
To read Natasha's account of the swim, click here
To see photos of the swim, click here
Both the Cape Times (Western Cape) and the Richmond and Twickenham Times (London) posted stories about her valiant attempt:
Cape Times
Richmond & Twickenham Times
To support Natasha and ensure KMF scholars are equipped for next year at school, click here:
Natasha would like to thank the KMF donors, scholars, staff and friends for their considerable support in this challenge.
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End of Year Parent Workshop |
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On Saturday the 5th of November, KMF parents, guardians and KMF staff convened in Cape Town for an end of year workshop.
We discussed next year's goals and ambitions, ensuring that both the Foundation and families know what to expect of each other, and made sure we are working together effectively to continue to support and empower the KMF scholars.
The KMF staff also outlined the new and improved organisational structure for 2012, as well as introducing new staff member, Guidance Counsellor and Administrator Nandipha Madolo.
Families also shared their highs and lows of the year, and what they are committed to achieving for next year for their children. Everyone left excited and motivated. Thank you KMF families for all your effort in supporting the future leaders of South Africa!
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KMF Director, Nelly Tom listens
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KMF Counsellor Nandipha Madolo
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Parents listen to each other
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Discussing next year's priorities
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For more pictures, please see our facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/Kaymasonfoundation
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KMF Plant 1000 trees with Greenpop on Heritage Day! |
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On September 24, South African Heritage Day, the KMF scholars helped Greenpop plant 1000 trees in 17 schools in Manenberg, on the Cape Flats.
The KMF scholars had great fun helping Surrey Primary schoolchildren "green" their schools with indigenous and fruit trees.
Six of the trees were named: "Kay", "Richard", "Nelly", "Natasha", "Akhona" and "Fatima". Thanks scholars!
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Catching up before planting begins!
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Planting team at Surrey Primary
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Siseko Nama, Grade 9, gets stuck in
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Team pose by the "Kay" tree
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Nelisa Qomiyana, Grade 12 gets handy
with a shovel
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Desiree Kubekha, Grade 11, finishes off
the planting process- water!
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A group shot of team just before picking
up litter around the school
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KMF Motivational Workshop |
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On Saturday August 27, the KMF team held a Motivational Workshop for KMF and Enrichment scholars.
Motivational speaker, facilitator, HIV/Aids and bereavement counsellor, Nandipha Madolo, told the scholars
her story and started an energetic discussion about challenges, expectations, overcoming fears, peer pressure,
time management and how we operate in our own communities.
Staff addressed KMF business, asked scholars to volunteer any queries or problems as well as their views on the
reasons behind the recent youth riots in London. Blog post to follow!
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Nandipha Madolo addresses the room
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KMF Scholars with ears pricked up!
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Attentive room
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Nelly talks KMF Business
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KMF Enrichment scholars
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Boarding House scholars
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Yaseen speaks to the room
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KMF Matric students
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KMF Team- Fatima Lombard,
Nandipha Madolo and Nelly Tom
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