Armistice Day, also known as Remembrance Day, is observed on November 11th each year. It commemorates the end of World War I, which officially concluded with the signing of the Armistice on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. So why do we still celebrate this day? The day is a time to honor and remember the members of the armed forces who lost their lives in the line of duty during World War I.

As we gather here today, in the heart of the Eastern Cape, we stand united not only as members of Muir College but also as citizens of a world that has been shaped by the sacrifices of many. Today, we come together to honour and remember those who, a century ago, faced the horrors of war during World War I.

There were many young men, perhaps not so different from yourselves, who answered the call to serve their country. Men from this very region, men who once called themselves Muirites. They left behind the familiar surroundings of our Eastern Cape to embark on a journey that would forever alter the course of history.

They enlisted not only for themselves but for the greater good, driven by a sense of duty, courage, and a belief in a better future. Among them were sons of our own Muir College, individuals who exemplified the spirit of ‘Nec Pluribus Impar’. Today, we remember their names, their stories, and their bravery by flying our flag at half mast.

The primary staff voted on the best dressed in each category with the results as follows:

Formal Wear

1. Sonwabile Matabese

2. Lwabolihle Moss

3. Tatum Solomon

Costume

1. Connor Barnard

2. Connor Pettit

3. Luke Johnson

Sport

1. Mbasa Mbengashe

2. Hayden Norman

3. Banathi Netnou

We wish them good luck for their upcoming exams.

Our u/13 cricketers participated in Hoërskool Despatch’s 6 A Side cricket tournament on Saturday.

Our gents placed second in the A division losing to winners, Handhaaf.

We placed third in the B division beating Albertyn in the play-offs.

Juan Blou was named as the bowler of the tournament in the B division.

Well done gentlemen.

Our primary learners were given an informative talk on cyber bullying by psychologist, Nerine Loock, Thank you for explaining to our learners the dangers and repercussions of this very relevant topic.

Below is an extract from Professor Winer on behalf of the Trustees of the Trevor Winer Scholarship.

“After a very rewarding and interesting process the Trustees of the Trevor Winer Scholarship are delighted to announce a winner of this year’s award for R40 000 a year towards university expenses for four years of study. The Scholarship was established in 2008 by Trevor Winer, a Muir College Old Boy who matriculated in 1955. Its purpose is to financially assist academically gifted students matriculating from Muir College to obtain a degree from a South African university who, due to personal and family financial circumstances, would have difficulty in doing so. As Muir boys have learned over the years this is not simply a merit based scholarship, but rather one that allows intellectual ability and hard work to flourish in the face of economic constraints.

This Scholarship is Trevor Winer’s gift to the boys of Muir College – in that way it is different from other awards and prizes that Muir awards. As we have done in the past the Trustees assess the top candidates through the interviews and their reports- the students own words and the students own marks. This year again we have had the enormous pleasure of speaking to the top five candidates for the award:

Eshaan Prag, Daniel Beckley, Matthan Slambee, Likhaya Loyiti, Lonwabiso Gaveni. Well done to these five exceptional young men!

And to the next five down the line, we saw your marks as well and congratulations to you as well for your hard work!

Our conversations with the candidates offered a tremendous insight into a truly exceptional school, into the power of brotherhood, how the strong urge to challenge oneself plays out, into the power of setting goals and dreaming big in the face of financial hardship, and particularly into to the role that teachers, upper classmen and peers have played in inspiring, mentoring and nudging these students towards taking this huge step into adulthood. Congratulations Muir! And congratulations candidates.

As Trustees this is a wonderful time of the year, when Trevor Winer is reminded of his academic journey and the places it took him. Enjoy the journey, all of you are well prepared.

The winner for this academic year is Likhaya Loyiti. Congratulations!”

u/13B vs Westering

Westering won the toss and elected to bowl first.

Muir scored 103/8 in 20 Overs

S. Mahlinza 21

Westering 88/5 in 20 overs

S. Matebese 2-21)

Muir won by 15 runs.