About the Parents Association
Bellavista School has an active Parents Association (PA) with the aim of promoting close cooperation between parents and the school and among each other. The PA is made up of both parent volunteers and members of the teaching and administrative staff.
The PA can be contacted via pa@bellavistaschool.co.za
Our current committee is:
| POSITION | NAME |
| PA Chair | Justine Rubin |
| PA Secretary | Lara Harris |
| PA Finance Controller |
Janine Owen |
| Staff Representatives | Linda Wetterhahn; Heather Allais; Deborah Behrens |
Committee Portfolios
| POSITION | NAME |
| Design | Lisa Benatar |
| Community Engagement |
Janine Waisbrod |
| Uniform Shop |
Romy Ancer and Kerry Cassel |
| MySchool Card | Kate Fouche |
| Library Book Covering | Karen Joffe |
| Bellavista Bash and Roses |
Kim Abraham |
| Tuckshop | Sue Brooks-Francis |
| Raffle | Caroline Francis and Kerry Cassel |
| 50/50 Club | Elaine Shull |
| Cards | Deborah Behrens |
2018 Events Calendar
PA Meeting Dates; 6 March 2018; 3rd April 2018; 22nd May 2018; 6th June 2018; 31st July 2018; 4th September 2018; 20th November 2018
First term
Raffle: 50/50
Class Socials
Second Term
Bellavista AGM
Bellavista Bash
Third Term
PA Alumni Comedy Fundraiser: September
Teacher Appreciation Day
Year End PA Meeting & Cocktail Party
Purpose of the PA
The primary purpose of the PA is to build social cohesion and a community spirit in the school parent body, connecting parents, staff and the children and building a sense of belonging in the Bellavista Community. On a secondary level, the PA raises funds for the school in three major ways:
- Passive income e.g. 50/50 and MySchool Card
- Fundraising events e.g. Raffle or Comedy Evening
- Direct income e.g. Uniform Shop, sale of the Legacy of Bellavista rose and Tuck Shop
The money raised by the PA is used towards enhancing the entire school for the benefit of the parents, pupils and staff. PA funds are always re-invested into the school. The PA assists with value-adding projects, infrastructure and wish list items that are not budgeted for by the school. As a result, these projects vary from year to year.
Passive Income
Income raised passively contributes largely to the PA’s annual income.
Get a MySchool Card and Start Swiping
My School card is an initiative that provides a significant benefit to the school, through a percentage of the money spent in the stores of participating retailers being routed back to the school.
Order a MySchool card online (www.myschool.co.za). It’s quick and easy! Remember, every swipe counts when you purchase from participating stores. Look up the partners, special discounts and promotions online. Your support is always appreciated.
2. 50/50
Membership is voluntary. The subscription fee is R300 per year. 50/50 club members participate in a draw for cash prizes every month. Click here to download the 50/50 club application form.
Fundraising Events
The PA actively raises funds through several events which are held throughout the school year. These events help to create a community spirit within the Bellavista School Community and are aimed at creating fun for parents and pupils alike in line with our ethos. We encourage the Bellavista Family to attend our events and support the school.
Direct Income
A portion of the PA’s income is also gathered from the school’s Uniform Shop, the Tuck Shop on the Outspan Sports Field and the Bellavista Classifieds. These activities are provided by the PA more as a service to our Bellavista Community, and fortunately, in the process, generate a small amount of cash. In teh 50th year of the school (2017), the PA initiated the Legacy of Bellavista, our signature rose. The rose is for sale on order to the PA or via Ludwigs. These initiatives are co-ordinated by dedicated volunteers from the parent body. Contributions and suggestions are welcome. Any queries regarding direct income can be directed to admin@bellavistaschool.co.za attention Heather, for the PA.
Bellavista Uniform Shop
To view business hours and contact details please see https://bellavista.org.za/uniforms/
Power of One Campaign
The Power of One collaborative campaign was launched in 2015. It aims to stimulate active participation from all parents to make a difference by offering their time, talents, ideas contacts, expertise or donations to name but a few. The campaign challenges all parents to commit to do ONE thing a year for the school.