Dear Parents and Guardians,

Celebrate with Us – Sean Mandaza and Paul Mutsaka were selected as reserves for the Zimbabwe schools U16 and U18 boys hockey teams respectively. 

Congratulations – To the following ladies who were selected into the Central Province U20 Girls Basketball team that will be taking part in ATS national selections this coming weekend. We wish them all the best!

• Tanatswa Sisimayi
• Thandolwethu Dube
• Audrey Berejena
• Abigail Dzinoreva
• Elizabeth Maphosa
• Vuyisile Ndlovu
• Hannah Juru 

CIE Examinations – The last few examinations for the May-June session are being completed today and tomorrow. 

Registration is currently underway for the October-November sessions. A reminder that the deadline for registration and payment for CIE October-November examinations is 30 June 2023. If you have not received a scanned copy of your child’s registration form please contact our Exams Department – exams@mcc.ac.zw

Please note that for subjects written in this 2023 May-June examination session, registration will take place after publication of results (10 August – AS-A2 results; 16 August – IGCSE results)

Mid-Year Examinations – Will take place for all pupils from 3 – 14 July. A copy of the examination timetable will be sent to you in due course. Please continue to encourage your children in their academic pursuits, and ask them how they are doing in their revision, encouraging them to be accountable and disciplined in this.

Punctuality Reminder – Note that day scholars are to be at school by 7:05am at the latest Monday to Friday. 

Signing Out Procedures – Please be reminded that any boarder signing out request is to be done by way of a signed letter submitted to the school on admin@mcc.ac.zw by end of day Wednesday of the week you are requesting your child to be signed out. Please note that unless it is an emergency, we will not be able to facilitate requests received after the time. 

Mid-Term Fixture Free – 17 June – Please note that our hostel will be closed this weekend so all boarders are to be signed out for the weekend. School buses are available to assist with transport for this weekend. For those wishing to use the Harare service, the cost is USD55 return. Drop-offs and collections in Kwekwe ($30 return), Kadoma & Chegutu ($40 return) and Norton ($55 return) are possible by arrangement. Please reference your payment “Bus” and your child’s name. Copy of the payment is to be sent to bursar@mcc.ac.zw and reception@mcc.ac.zw. Viable numbers need to be met in order to confirm these services. Payment deadline 9 June. Confirmation of bookings will be sent to the individuals involved by end of day Monday 12 June. 

Lower 6 Camp Update – All is going well on camp with campers getting input into matters around leadership and with them being challenged to develop themselves further in this area. We expect their bus to be back at 4pm on Friday 9 June. 

Upper 6 Geography Trip – A reminder that payments for this trip are due 26 June. Thank you to those who have already paid.  

Fm 4 Geography Trip – A reminder that payments for the Form 4 Geography Trip are due 7 July 2023. Thank you to those who have already paid.  

Upcoming Events

9 June

• Regional Zimbabwe Spelling Bee – MCC – 8am
• Girls Basketball U20 IPTs – Mutare 
• Girls Hockey U16 & U18 IPTs – St Johns Turf 

10 June

• SWIFTS Netball Tournament – SEC – 8am
• Girls Basketball U20 IPTs – Mutare – 8am
• Girls Hockey U16 & U18 IPTs – St Johns Turf – 8am
• Rugby vs Heritage – All Teams – 8:30am – 1st team game 12noon – Compulsory support – MCC

“Say No To Drugs” – 

Reflection

“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Celebrate with Us – Huge congratulations to Tadiwanashe Denga on his selection into the Zimbabwe U14 rugby team! This remarkable No 8 player has a bright future ahead of him.

Congratulations – To the following gentlemen who have been selected in to the Midlands hockey teams taking part in the national trials this weekend. We wish them all the best!

U17s U19s

• Chikomborero Wenga                     – Brandon Bvure
• Sean Mandaza                                  – Kinah Ntuli
• Matikudza Chakwesha                    – Paul Mutsaka
• David Masawi                                   – Adolf Dube
• Jeffrey Maradze                               – Simbarashe Mafemera
• Jadin Magwenzi                               – Daniel Chakanyuka
• O’Brien Dube                                    – Ngonidzashe Gayakaya
• Rukudzo Mayenzanise                    – Takudzwanashe Chinganga
• Vakatendeka Chiremba                  – Nigel Sibanda
• Troy Robertson                                – Mufaro Mangure
• Clifford Mupfunde

Congratulations – To the following ladies who have been selected to play in the Central Province girls hockey teams taking part at the national trials next weekend:

U16s U18s

• Latasha Machipisa                            – Timukudzeishe Dondo 
• Juniour Indala                                    – Rutendo Ndoma
• Lara Horovi                                         – Sebita Mahovo

                                                                    – Jessica Manhambo

We wish them all the best!

Congratulations – To our member of staff, Mr Ndoro, who has been appointed as the manager for the U16 Zimbabwe Schools Cricket team! 

Punctuality Reminder – Note that day scholars are to be at school by 7:05am at the latest Monday to Friday. 

Form 3 & 4 Careers Afternoon – A reminder that all Form 3s and 4s not involved in a sports fixture on Friday are to attend the Career Seminar “Entrepreneurship 101”. Day scholars are to bring lunch and can be collected at 4pm. 

Signing Out Procedures – Please be reminded that any boarder signing out request is to be done by way of a signed letter submitted to the school on admin@mcc.ac.zw by end of day Wednesday of the week you are requesting your child to be signed out. Please note that unless it is an emergency, we will not be able to facilitate requests received after the time. 

Mid-Term Fixture Free – 17 June – School buses are available to assist with transport for this weekend. Names have been received via our Southern Region Coordinator for those interested in the Bulawayo – Hwange – Victoria Falls bus. Should you require this service and have not yet indicated so – please contact Mrs Machipisa on 0772 372 801. 

For those wishing to use the Harare service, the cost is USD55 return. Drop-offs and collections in Kwekwe ($30 return), Kadoma & Chegutu ($40 return) and Norton ($55 return) are possible by arrangement. Please reference your payment “Bus” and your child’s name. Viable numbers need to be met in order to confirm these services. Payment deadline 9 June. 

Examination Registration Reminder – CIE Oct-Nov 2023

A reminder that the deadline for registration and payment for CIE October-November examinations is 30 June 2023. If you have not received a scanned copy of your child’s registration form please contact our Exams Department – exams@mcc.ac.zw

Please note that for subjects written in this 2023 May-June examination session, registration will take place after publication of results (10 August – AS-A2 results; 16 August – IGCSE results)

Student Accountability – We expect our pupils to take pride in their surroundings and responsibility for them. Vandalism is an offence that will result in discipline measures, and a bill to be paid for repairs or replacements. Please encourage your child to be responsible in this area. 

Lower 6 Camp – Campers are to be at the bus shed by 5:10am on Monday 5 June, and should be back at 4pm on Friday 9 June. 

Fm 4 Geography Trip – A reminder that payments for the Form 4 Geography Trip are due 7 July 2023. Thank you to those who have already paid.  

Upper 6 Geography Trip – A reminder that payments for this trip are due 26 June. Thank you to those who have already paid.  

Upcoming Events

1 June

• Junior Parliament Elections – 8am – Chaplin
• L6 & U6 Business Trip to Bata Shoe Company – 8am

2 June

• Junior Council Interviews – Council Chambers – 8am – Gweru
• U19 Volleyball Districts Competition – 8am – Chaplin – TBC
• U18 Central Province Girls Basketball Trials – 9am – Goldridge 
• U17 & U19 Boys Hockey IPTs – 1pm – KHS

3 June

• Rugby vs Goldridge – U16s 11am, 2nds 1pm, 1sts 2pm COMPULSORY SUPPORT – MCC
• Soccer vs Petra – Curtain Raiser – 0930am, 1sts 11am – MCC
• Girls Hockey vs Heritage – 10 am – Heritage 
• Girls Hockey vs Arundel – 2pm – Arundel 

Reflection

“Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith.” Hebrews 13:7 (ESV)

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Term is well and truly in full swing with lots of activity in the classrooms, some examinations still going on and lots of busyness on the co-curricular front.

Fixture Free:

This is a fixture free weekend. If you would like to sign your child out from Friday 1:05pm to Sunday 5pm, or time in between that, please remember to send your signed request to admin@mcc.ac.zw today. Hostels remain open for the duration and boarders are free to remain in hostel. Please note that lessons will take place as usual on Friday 26 May – all pupils are expected to attend. Please also take note that the next fixture free, the weekend of 17 June, is a compulsory signing out weekend. School buses will be available for the Harare bound route and the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls route. Costs will be advised next week. 

U14 Rugby IPTs:

We are excited to be hosting the national rugby trials for the U14 age group on Thursday and Friday this week. Come along and support these young athletes. We have 8 of our U14s taking part. 

Celebrate with Us

– On the Rugby front – Selections into the Midlands and Central Province (CP) teams:

U14

• Vanotida Makumucha – Midlands & CP
• Tadiwanashe Denga – Midlands & CP
• Munotidaishe Chairuka – Midlands & CP
• Mufaro Siwadi – Midlands & CP
• Ryan Chiramba – Midlands & CP
• Jude Mataruse – Midlands & CP
• Aiden Tsvakwi – Midlands & CP
• Kunashe Murombedzi – Midlands & CP
• Tinashe Chikwanda – Midlands & CP

U17s 

• Tawananyasha Juru – Midlands
• Simbarashe Makoni – Midlands 
• Munesu Masimbe – Midlands 
• Tadiwanashe Siwadi – Midlands 
• Theodore Mubata – Midlands & CP
• Tinodaishe Pedze – Midlands & CP
• Xavier Hove – Midlands & CP
• Takurira Tapfuma – Midlands & CP
• Nyasha Jindu – Midlands & CP
• Nick Milanzi – Midlands & CP
• Tawonaishe Mbauya – Midlands & CP
• Maxwell Zondo – Midlands & CP
• Junior Maligo – Midlands & CP
• Denzel Wenga – Midlands & CP
• Nyasha Makumucha – Midlands & CP

U19s

• Alan Joseph – Midlands 
• Eugene Mashongera – Midlands 
• Tashinga Denga – Midlands
• Tristan Pararai – Midlands 
• Evans Chitando – Midlands 
• Reginald Chidawanyika – Midlands
• Anouya Bobo – Midlands & CP
• Michael Madzimure – Midlands & CP
• Joseph Ndebele – Midlands & CP
• Isheanesu Mvundura – Midlands & CP
• Tinotenda Shone – Midlands & CP
• Mufaro Mangure – Midlands & CP
• Tafadzwa Mufunda – Midlands & CP

We wish the CP players all the best at national trials this weekend.

Girls Hockey – Midlands Province

U16s –

• Juniour Indala
• Lara Horovi
• Kudiwanashe Machekera
• Latasha Machipisa
• Anouya Mhangami
• Rutendo Ndoma

Reserves:

• Ashanthelle Chapenga
• Lindiwe Mkhosana 
• Munotida Shumba

U18s

• Vongai Garikai
• Sebita Mahovo
• Timukudzeishe Dondo
• Anne-Marie Macklenin
• Gamuchirai Kamuzonde
• Jessica Manhambo
• Moreblessing Banda

Reserves:

• Trish Kadenhe 
• Mudiwa Nhapi
• Nicola Andrews

ATS Senior Debate Competition:

Huge congratulations to the Senior Debate team who won 4 of their 5 debates in this competition resulting in them winning the Bronze Medal, placing 3rd out of the 16 competing schools. Special mention of Matifadza Mavesere who was placed as the 4th best speaker of the tournament! We look forward to hosting the juniors competition in a month’s time. 

Upcoming Events

25 – 26 May

• U14 Rugby IPTS – MCC, U17 & U19 IPTs – Falcon

26 – 27 May

• Intercities – 1st Team Boys Hockey – KHS

27 May

• Girls College Chess Tournament

Dear Parents and Guardians, 

Cambridge Top Award Winners: We celebrate the successes of our pupils and staff from the 2022 CIE Examination session:

Jessica Manhambo and Leon Maposa – Top in Zimbabwe for Combined Science – IGCSE – June 2022. Thank you and congratulations to their teachers – Mrs Makoni, Mrs Muzondo and Mrs Chakamanga. 

Rachel Tivavenge – Top In Zimbabwe for Business – AS Level – November 2022. Thank you and congratulations to her teacher – Mrs Mhangami. 

Celebrate with us: Congratulations to Rutendo Chidawanyika who placed 1st in the Chinese Talent Show competition for high schools. She won herself a lovely cash prize. Congratulations also goes to Miss M. Maibvisira for receiving the “Outstanding Instructor Award” too!

Eagle Support: Please be advised of the compulsory support fixtures for our pupils for 1st team games this term:

Sat 3/6 – Rugby vs Goldridge

Fri 9/6 – Hockey vs Watershed 

Sat 10/6 – Rugby vs Heritage

Sat 24/6 – Rugby vs Gateway, Soccer vs Masiyephambili, Volleyball vs Chisipite & Convent

Sat 1/7 – Rugby vs CBC

Sat 15/7 – Rugby vs Eaglesvale, Basketball vs SEC & Girls College  

We continue to encourage you to join our Eagle Support – both for home and away games. Please remember to make yourself known to the teacher in charge at the fixture so we can allocate house points to your child’s house for your attendance of the activity. 

Boarder Reminders: Weekend signing out requests are to be received by Wednesday of the week concerned. The request should be in the form of a signed letter sent to admin@mcc.ac.zw for authorisation. A reminder that students are not to miss school commitments. Please refer to the attached school calendar for guidance. A reminder too, that in general, signing out should only happen on fixture free weekends. Please note that the mid term fixture free (17/6) is a compulsory signing out weekend. 

Anti-Bullying Seminar for Parents: We would like to invite our Gweru-based parents to an Anti-Bullying counselling seminar conducted by a team from Youth for Christ Zimbabwe and hosted by Midlands Christian School.  

Date: Tuesday 23 May 2023

Time: 5:00 – 5:30pm Teas will be served

5:30pm – 7:00pm +/- Seminar will take place

Venue: School Hall

Carpark: MCC or MCS Carpark 

Please RSVP attendance to the MCS coordinator on admin@mcs.ac.zw by today, Wednesday 17 May. 

Lower 6 Camp: A reminder that outstanding payments for this camp should be made by Friday 19 May. 

Upcoming Events:

Wed 17/5

• Midlands Hockey Trials – U16s & U18s – 2pm – MCC
• Midlands Rugby Trials – U14, U17, U18 – 2pm – MCC

Fri 19/5

• Snr Debate – ATS Competition – 2pm – Hillcrest 
• Girls Hockey – All Teams vs Hellenic – 2:30pm – Hellenic

Sat 20/5

• Central Province Rugby Trials – U14s, U17s, U18s – 8:30am – Kyle
• Girls Hockey – All Teams vs Peterhouse – 8:30am – Peterhouse
• Girls Hockey – All Teams vs Watershed – 2pm – Watershed
• Soccer vs CBC – U17s & 1sts – 9am – MCC
• Netball U17s – Gateway Tournament – 9:30am – Gateway

Reflection: “The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.” Psalm 145:8-9 (KJV)

Dear Parents and Guardians, 

Herewith some key information as you start to prepare for next term. 

Term 2 Dates:

8 May – 3 August. Boarders are to check in to hostel between 12noon and 5pm on 8 May. Lessons start for all classes 9 May. A reminder to have concluded school fee payments and any payment plans with the Bursar by 1pm on Thursday 4 May in order for smooth processing of Admission Slips and return to school.

Uniforms:

Winter uniform is to be worn for Term 2. Details of the uniform requirements are found on Pages 29 – 31 of our Orientation booklet: MCC ORIENTATION BOOK EBOOK.pdf

A reminder that Gweru can get very cold in winter so please ensure your child is well prepared. 

A reminder that boarders are to have the required number uniform items as listed in the Boarder’s Check List: Orientation Booklet pages 44 – 46: MCC ORIENTATION BOOK EBOOK.pdf

Term 2 Sports Equipment Requirements:

Please refer to the requirements listed in the Orientation Booklet pages 30 – 31: MCC ORIENTATION BOOK EBOOK.pdf

However, please specifically note the following:

Boys:

• • Rugby is compulsory for all boys – All boys are to have the school rugby jersey and rugby boots. Scrum caps and gum guards are advisable. Those who wish to play with ‘skins’ may wear black or red ones. 
  • Hockey for U14s, U15s & U16s – All boys must have their own hockey stick, shin pads and gum guards

Girls:

• • Hockey is compulsory for all U14s, U15s & U16s – All girls must have their own hockey stick, shin pads and gum guards and two hockey practice balls. 

Examinations:

June 2023 Examinations

Examination Dates: 24 April – 9 June 2023

For those with examinations that fall in the school holidays:

• Dress Code: School uniform and blazer
• Arrival Times: 7am for morning sessions AND 1pm for afternoon sessions
• Stationery Requirements: Black / dark blue pen, HB pencil, sharpener, eraser, ruler, calculator (subject specific). All stationery items are to be stored in a transparent case. Note – No sharing of stationary during the examination. 
• Hostel admission slips are a requirement for boarders who will need to be accommodated. 

November 2023 Examinations 

• Registration is in progress. Parents are to expect emailed copies of registration forms by 14 April. 
• On receipt of emailed registration form, please confirm candidate’s personal details and subjects selected by signing on the form against the teacher’s signatures. Please return the signed form, a copy of your child’s birth certificate and proof of payment to the school office or on email to exams@mcc.ac.zw by 30 June 2023.

Public Examination Certificates 

Please note that certificates for all public examinations written before December 2022 are available for collection from the Front Office. These include:

Cambridge ‘O’ Level Cambridge AS Level

Cambridge A Level LCME (Music)

HSK (Chinese) DELF – DALF (French)

ZIMSEC (Results Slips Only)

Holiday Office Hours

Pleas note the office hours are as follows: 8am – 4pm. 

Celebrate with us

Hearty congratulations to the 8 Eagles who were selected into the ATS Zimbabwe Schools Cricket Teams:

U14s – Tadiwanashe Denga; U15s – Sean Mandaza; U16s – Junior Maligo, Panashe Chiminha, David Masawi; U18s – Munesu Masimbe, Chikomborero Wenga, Takurira Tapfuma.

We also celebrate the strong performance of our Rugby 10s team in Zambia this past weekend winning 3 out of the 4 games played! 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

End of Term Arrangements Reminder: 

Mon 27/3 – Day Scholars are to be collected at 1pm.

Tues 28/3 – Day Scholars are to be collected at 1pm. Form 2, 3 and Lower 6 pupils are free to leave for the holidays. 

Wed 29/3 – Consultation Day for all Forms 1, 4 and Upper 6 pupils between 8am and 1pm in the school hall. 

Celebrate With Us:

Congratulations to this term’s top academic achievers for this Assessment Period!

Form 1s

5As

Kundayi Chandaengerwa

Lynn Chawira

Ruvarashe Munyanduki 

Mandipa Shonhai

Kunashe Murombedzi 

Meagan Rutsito

6As

Sibusisiwe Banda

Xuexin Li

Tariro Chinyama 

7As

Mutsa Magadza

Tanaka Pedze

Mufaro Musoni 

Aiden Tsvakwi 

8As

Ivanna Makoni

Top Form 1 Student

Nyasha Makoni – 3A*s & 5As

Form 2s

5As

Oriana Chatima

Krystal Kadakure

Tiffany Ncube

6As

Tapuwanashe Bobo

Ronald Maereka

Takudzwa Mandava

Makomborero Zimucha

Nokutenda Makarichi 

Lindokuhle Ndhlangamandhla 

Britney Sipondo 

7As

Shantel Kunjani 

Honest Makiwa

Shyneid Pote

8As

Tyra Jones

Lara Horovi

Jadin Magwenzi

Denzel Chisango 

Tawananyasha Mkaratigwa

Takudzwa Virima

Rudorwashe Machikicho

Top Form 2 Student

Eber Mukorera – 5A*s & 6As

Form 3s

5As

Adrian Mandovha

Tawananyasha Chikwanda

Tawananyasha Juru

Munotida Shumba

6As

Junior Maligo

Abigail Mutiso

7As

Vongai Mutambara

Raphael Joel 

Vuyisile Ndlovu 

Chikomborero Wenga

8As

Matikudza Chakwesha

Top Form 3 Student

Mazvita Parichi – 9As

Fom 4s

5As

Kudzaishe Machikicho

6As

Nicolle Venge

Top Form 4 Student

Elizabeth Maphosa – 3A*s & 4As

Lower 6s

12 Points

Jessica Manhambo

Rutendo Munhuweyi

Nokutenda Tombindo 

16 Points

Leon Maphosa

Top L6 Student

Mlindeli Ndlovu – 17 Points

Upper 6s

12 Points

Ngonidzashe Horovi

Michel Kuka

Patrick Munangagwa

Tashinga Denga 

13 Points

Takudzwanashe Chinganga

Joshua Mukondiwa

14 Points

Tanaka Mudyanadzo

Rachel Tivavenge 

Top Upper 6 Students 

Matifadza Mavesere – 17 Points

Timukudzeishe Dondo – 17 Points

Chinese Bridge Winners 2022 –

Vongai Garikai & Nokutenda Munyanduki

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Celebrate With Us:

National Silver Medalist

Hearty congratulations to Michael Muchirahondo who in a very tightly contested event at the National Athletics competition this past week was the silver medalist in the 15&Under High Jump event. 

Cup Winners from Interhouse Athletics 

Eden Manyika – George Mitchell Sports Centre Trophy – Best Long Distance Girl 

Tadiwanashe Chipwanyira – George Mitchell Sports Centre Trophy – Best Long Distance Boy

Elizabeth Chiroodza & Lara Horovi – Shaveh Smythe Best Girl 400m Runners

Audrey Berejena – Naude Trophy – Girls Sprinter of the Year

Michael Muchirahondo – Bongani Mpofu Trophy – Boy Sprinter of the Year

Ishe Mvundura – Size Investments Trophy – Best Boys Field Event 

Latasha Machipisa – Mellet Trophy – Best Girls Field Event

Wyne Kwanisai – Deysel Trophy – Best Boys Jump 

Sherris Shoko – Davenport Trophy – Best Girls Jump

Tadiwanashe Denga  – Trakoshis Trophy – U14 Victor Ludorum 

Theresa Matanga – Trakoshis Trophy – U14 Victrix Ludorum

Jayden Mhangwa – Van Schalkwyk Trophy – U15 Victor Ludorum

Lara Horovi – Van Schalkwyk Trophy – U15 Victrix Ludorum

Michael Muchirahondo – Deslin Trophy – U16 Victor Ludorum 

Anouya Mhangami – Deslin Trophy – U16 Victrix Ludorum

Joel Raphael – HiTech Trophy – U17 Victor Ludorum 

Elizabeth Chiroodza – D. Hall – U17 Victrix Ludorum 

Nkosilathi Magazi – Anderson Trophy – Open Victor Ludorum  

Laura Dzawo – Anderson Trophy – Open Victrix Ludorum

Record Breakers at the Invitational Athletics Event – 25 March, 2023

The competition with Gateway was competitive. Final school totals:

Gateway 1092

MCC 1043

9 Records were broken – 6 by MCC. Herewith the record breakers:

Michael Muchirahondo – U16 Boys 400m

Michael Muchirahondo – U16 Boys 200m

Michael Muchirahondo – U16 Boys High Jump

Ronald Maereka – U15 Boys 200m

Ronald Maereka – U15 Boys 100m

Joel Raphael – U17 Boys Triple Jump

Cup Winners from Interhouse Swimming Gala 

Tariro Chinyama – U14 Victrix Ludorum

Kunashe Murombedzi – U14 Victor Ludorum

Mutsa Govere – U15 Victrix Ludorum

Alexander Mubata – U15 Victor Ludorum

Shelter Mathonsi – U16 Victrix Ludorum

Sheunopa Dondo – U16 Victor Ludorum

Emily Ndewere – Senior Victrix Ludorum

Theodore Mubata – Senior Victor Ludorum

Emily Ndewere – Open Girls Individual Medley

Theodore Mubata – Open Boys Individual Medley

Tariro Chinyama – Fastest Breaststroke (Girl)

Christian Sayi – Most Improved Swimmer

Tariro Chinyama – Most Promising Junior Swimmer

Alexander Mubata & Theodore Mubata – Best Boy Swimmer 

Shelter Mathonsi – Best Girl Swimmer

New Drivers:

Congratulations to Ishe Mvundura and Laura Dzawo who got their drivers licences this term! 

Gold Medalist

Congratulations to current Headboy, Tashinga Denga, who came first in the Zimbabwe National Short Story Writing Contest. 

Representing Zimbabwe 

We wish Tendai Sithole all the very best as she competes in the World Individual Public Speaking and Debate Championships currently underway in South Africa!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Athletics vs Gateway:

Will take place on Saturday 24 March. Please note that this is a compulsory event for all pupils. Pupils are to be at school at 9am and should be collected at 5:30pm. Parents are encouraged to come along and support. A reminder that house points are awarded to your child’s house for attendance of such events. 

Honours Challenge Cup:

Following their outstanding vocal performances in the NIAA Eisteddfod, Anne-Marie Macklenin, Charlotte Magiya and Lisa Muchenurwa have been invited to sing in the NIAA Vocal Challenge this evening at 6:30pm at Harare International School. Supporters are welcome. We wish these ladies all the best as they compete for the cup.

National Athletics:

We wish our Eagles, Michael Muchirahondo and Tinotenda Shone, all the very best as they compete for the Midlands Province at the National Athletics Competitions at Peterhouse today and tomorrow. 

End of Term Arrangements: 

Mon 27/3 – Day Scholars are to be collected at 1pm.

Tues 28/3 – Day Scholars are to be collected at 1pm. Form 2, 3 and Lower 6 pupils are free to leave for the holidays. 

Wed 29/3 – Consultation Day for all Forms 1, 4 and Upper 6 pupils between 8am and 1pm in the school hall. 

End of Term Bus:

Please note that an end of term bus to Harare on Wednesday 29 March is available for Forms 2, 3 and Lower 6 pupils not involved in Consultation. Tickets are USD40 each and seats are secured on a first come-first paid basis. Note that payments need to indicate name of child and that it is for End of Term Bus with a copy of payment being sent to reception@mcc.ac.zw and bursar@mcc.ac.zw in order for us to send you confirmation of your child’s booking. 

Note that for those based in Bulawayo – Hwange – Victoria Falls – a bus service can be offered dependent on viable numbers. Please indicate your interest to Mrs Machipisa – the area coordinator on 0772372801 by end of day today. 

Holiday Examination Preparation Support:

A reminder that we are offering our ‘O’ and ‘AS’ May-June candidates an intensive revision programme from 16-28 April. Please refer to the separate communication sent prior and complete and return the response slip by Friday 31 March. May-June examinations commence 25 April. 

Rugby Tour:

Our Rugby 10s team will be leaving for Zambia on Thursday 30 March for their tour. We wish them all the best as they go! 

Interhouse Gala:

Thank you to those who joined us for our Interhouse Gala yesterday. 

House Positions – 

3rd – Crown

2nd – Bateleur

1st – Martial 

Interhouse Spelling Bee:

Congratulations to the participants.

Individual Top Achievers:

Juniors – 

3rd – Tyra Jones

2nd – Praymore Tundiya

1st – Lindokuhle Ndhlangamandhla

Intermediates –

3rd – Praise Madhiri

2nd – Mohammed Mir

1st – Kupakwashe Makope 

Seniors – 

1st – Ngonidzashe Horovi

2nd – Olive Deteba 

House Positions – 

3rd – Crown

2nd – Bateleur

1st – Martial 

Upcoming Events:

Saturday 25/3

• Athletics with Gateway – 9am @ MCC. 

Reflection: 

“My salvation and my honour depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.” Psalm 62:7 (NIV)

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Allied Arts Vocal and Instrumental Festival: What a fantastic two days of music on Monday and Tuesday this week with an impressive show of talent from pupils from all around Gweru, Kwekwe, Masvingo, Zvishavane and Bulawayo as we hosted a portion of this year’s National Institute of the Allied Arts Vocal and Instrumental Eisteddfod. Our Eagles also did us very proud scooping 13 Honours Grades, 10 First Plus Grades, 1 First Grade and 4 Second Plus Grades! Please see the attached detailed results list. 

Interhouse Cross Country: Will take place tomorrow at 2pm. If you are able, please join us to cheer our Eagles on.

University Representatives Visit:

On Monday 13/3 between 8am and 10am in our school hall we shall be hosting university representatives from 10 universities from Australia, South Africa, UK and Netherlands. This visit is coordinated by Macpherson Education Services who consistently facilitates placement for our pupils. All Upper 6 and Lower 6 pupils will have opportunity to interact with them. Parents are also invited to come along and meet with the representatives during this time as well. A reminder that our Careers Officer is available to you to discuss options and opportunities for your child at any stage – please contact Mrs Dzikiti on careers@mcc.ac.zw 

Grade 6 & Grade 7 Open Day: The invitation is open for prospective pupils and parents to join us for our next Open Day on Saturday 18 March at 9am. We understand the disruption that Cyclone Freddy caused to previous travel arrangements. We ask that you please circulate the attached flier to your friends, colleagues and social circles. 

One Week Leadership Course – Dubai Trip (Form 1s, 2s & 3s): A reminder that the deadline for the commitment/admin fee for this trip is Friday 10 March. 

Upcoming Events:

Thurs 8/3

• Interhouse Cross Country – 2pm

Friday 9/3

• Inter-Districts Athletics – 7am – Kwekwe High School 
• Confucius Institute Celebrations – UZ – 2pm 

Sat 10/3

• Fixture Free

Sat 18/3

• Grade 6 & 7 Open Day – 9am

– Upper 6 Coordinated Fun Day – 12:30pm – 4:30pm 

Reflection: “You rule over the surging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them.” Psalm 89:9 (NIV)

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Interhouse Athletics: Sincere thanks for those who joined us on Saturday for what was a spirited and enjoyable Interhouse Athletics event. Your attendance was noted and contributes towards your child’s house total points for the year. 

Final house positions as follows:

1st place Bateleur – 895 points

2nd place Martial – 839 points

3rd place Crown – 660 points.

Interhouse Cross Country: Will take place on Thursday 9 March at 2pm. Parents are invited to attend and again, house points will be allocated for those in attendance. 

Interhouse Senior Public Speaking: Congratulations to participants and specifically to the top placers:

1st – Vimbai Gwimbi

2nd – Nandipha Ncube

3rd – Tendai Sithole

Congratulations to Martial House on winning the overall competition.

Celebrate with Us: Raphael Joel won 4 out of 5 matches in the District competitions and was placed 2nd out of 12 players. He qualifies for Provincial chess competitions that are being held in Kwekwe on March 3.

Celebrate with Us: The following students took part in the Athletics District Competitions and won gold medals,

Evans Chitando

Anouya Mhangami

Michael Muchirahondo

Tinotenda Nyamondo

Tinotenda Shone

Audrey Berejena

Laura Dzawo

We wish them the best as they progress to the next stage of the Competition.

Complement Message: In Dr. Chawira’s assembly yesterday, we celebrated World Compliment Day. This was the takeaway from his message;

This day the College appreciates you for exceptional uniqueness designed for a good purpose. Psalm 139:14. 

Keep complimenting because your words may be the only pillars of strength that someone is pulling themselves up to stand again.  

Benefits of compliments:

1. Build relationships 

2. Improve communication 

3. Motivate people 

4. Boosting self- esteem and self-confidence. 

Tour Updates: Rugby tour is fast approaching, we encourage parents to settle any outstanding fees. A reminder to the parents of all those in the touring team of tonight’s virtual meeting – 5:30pm. 

We are also leading up to the cricket and hockey tours, more details to follow.

Allied Arts Vocal and Instrumental Festival: We are privileged again to be host of a portion of the National Institute of the Allied Arts Eisteddfod this year. If you are Gweru based we encourage you to come along and enjoy the vast array of musical talent and genre that will be on show on Monday and Tuesday. Due to the volume of entries from the region this year, performances will be held over three venues. Please see the attached programme for details. 

Upcoming Events:

Fri 3/3

• Interact Conference – Interact club will be hosting a conference on Friday, March 3 with Thornhill, Guinea Fowl, Sacred Heart, Nashville and Jameson. 

Sat 4/3

• Girls Basketball – All Teams – vs Petra College @ MCC 

Reflection: “Our hope comes from God. May He fill you with joy and peace because of your trust in Him. May your hope grow stronger by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 (NIV)