https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli Welcome to the Cresta Craze. #Normalisboring en-us 2018-11-21 14:10:19 UTC 2026-03-04 02:29:14 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Shakinghands.png shandir_krishna https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307216835 Hello Team Cresta of 2019!!! :)
Welcome to the new year and a new start.

 A little about me if you do not know me, I am originally from Durban, this is my 4th year in Johannesburg. I started at SPARK Cresta in 2016 as a Math teacher grade 4 and grade 5 Math in 2017. I became the Assistant Principal in 2018. I love playing games, all sorts of games, PS4, Nintendo, card and board games, I am very competitive and hate when I lose which is very rarely. :D

In my down time, I like relaxing, watching movies, listening to music, hanging with friends and watching soccer, UNITED FOR LIFE!!!

I am a very easy going person, love laughing, hearing and cracking jokes. I look forward to meeting and Leading you in your journey at SPARK. Good Luck andsee you soon.]]> 2018-11-23 09:54:56 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307216835 zamajola_mnyaka https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307393458 I am Zama, just Zama.
This will be my 2nd year as Assistant Principal at Cresta! I have only ever taught at Cresta too, so I am a Cresta fossil :) I started as a BLF in January 2016 and became a Literacy teacher in March 2016 when a vacancy opened.

I was born in Kwazulu Natal (PMB) grew up in both EC and KZN. I have both Zulu and Xhosa blood yeahy!!
I am a born-again christian.

I am a proud Orlando Pirates fan, but am not a soccer fan hahaha yes! I am a very colourful and loud person. I love beading, listening to music and reading blogs. I have the most beautiful voice IN THE SHOWER! and killer dance moves when I am fast asleep hehehe! I love animated movies. 

I looove natural hair! Yes I do, but that does not mean I hate synthetic hair, I am just fascinated by kinky hair :). 

I am a good listener and will advise where possible and if I don´t have any advice I will tell you straight up but will still listen. 

I am excited for next year and cannot wait to see you all!!]]> 2018-11-24 13:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307393458 lindiwe_nhlapo https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307649227 I'm Lindiwe Nhlapo. I am from Standerton in Mpumalanga. I'm a Christian; outspoken; love shoes and clothes; warm and friendly. ]]> 2018-11-26 07:40:30 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307649227 fourie_oosthuizen https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307699454 Hi Cresta 2019. 

I am Fourie Oosthuizen, Principal of SPARK Cresta.

This is my 3rd year as Principal at Cresta and my 4th in the SPARK network. I started teaching Math in grade 4 in 2015, at SPARK Ferndale and have been in teaching for 9 years. 

I am a huge Chelsea, Sharks and Springbok fan, Drogba, Lambard, Honiball, Bismark and Michael Schumacher are some of my idols. 

I love watching movies and I am a honorary House Stark member. #Winteriscoming #TheNorthremembers

I am also a bit of a closet gamer. FIFA, PUBG are some of my favorites. Board games and card games also make this cut. #oldschool

My vision for 2019 is one of excellence. My dream is for Cresta to take the lead in the network and reach goals we thought were impossible. This year, Cresta is going places. 

I am very excited to meet all of you and hope that you will be using your time over the holiday to rest, you are going to need it!!!

See you on the 7th of January. ]]> 2018-11-26 10:51:04 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307699454 karabo_selepe https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307706639 I am Karabo Selepe, otherwise known to the SPARK family as the one and only UNCLE SPARK.

This is my second year within the SPARK Network of schools and it has been one roller coaster. I am a Soweto born 30 year old young man that grew up in the East Rand. 

I have a banking, facilities, projects and events background and love the outdoors.

Once a Buc, always a Buc. Don't think that needs much explaining.

I have a knack for property and am always on the look out for billy bob bargains. 

I absolutely love children and feel at home when on campus.

I am a bit of a muso, more on the jazzy side of things.

My vision for 2019 is to see Cresta leading where Operations is concerned and to make Cresta a home away from home for all our scholars and our staff.

Looking forward to seeing and meeting you all in 2019. 

Kick back, relax, and enjoy the holidays.

See you on the 7th of January 2019.]]> 2018-11-26 11:17:45 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/307706639 job_bonsu https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317174242 Greetings all the way from West Africa, Ghana.

I am Job Osei Bonsu from Accra-Ghana, known by friends as Nana meaning King (not a baby😁). I moved to Johannesburg in 2013 and have been with Unisa since. 

With Mathematics as my major, I love to impart such knowledge into kids especially those that have the misconception that Maths belongs to the "geniuses."

As a soccer fan, I keep the goal posts for the Ghanaian Community in Yeoville while supporting Sundowns and Chelsea. I also play draught and volley. I enjoy designing; calendars, flyers, business cards etc

I am mostly quiet when alone but trust me, I am very friendly and loving to be around. 

See you all on the 7th]]> 2019-01-03 10:01:28 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317174242 annapoppins https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317185341 Hello Err'bady

My name is Annamarie and I have a conservation biology science educator background. I'm a lover of nature people and music. I am proudly South African having been born DBN and raised both in the EC and WC.
I am a proud dog mum of one, and lover of arthouse cinema.
I am brand new in jozi I just moved here a few days ago I am looking forward to the all new everything :) I'm thrilled to be a part of the Spark cresta family and the #normalisboring kinda sums me up completely

]]> 2019-01-03 11:38:18 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317185341 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317191502 BLF@ Spark Cresta

I am Phumzile Nkomo. I joined the Spark network in 2016. I am a fun loving bubbly person and who enjoys socializing. I look forward to being part of the Cresta family. ]]> 2019-01-03 12:32:04 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317191502 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317196494 Hi there!!
I'm Hope and everyone calls me Hope☺.I joined SPARK in 2018 as a BLF at Cresta and I'm returning as a BLF this year again.I am really excited to be meeting everyone.Im extremely talkative and loud and I absolutely love being outdoors.
I look forward to a beautiful year with you guys at Cresta.]]> 2019-01-03 13:00:52 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317196494 samanthabrief https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317201064 Hi everyone ! 
I am Sam (Samantha) Brief. I am honoured to be part of the Spark family. I have taught English, History , Geography , Life Orientation and  chess in good ol' SA and Oral English in China for a year. 

I love reading, learning and traveling so much , but not as much as I love eating sour jellytots. I enjoy spending time with friends and family and on winter nights you will find me outside studying the heavens with my telescope named Pierretjie. 

I am friendly, kind and helpful and always look for ways to improve myself and be there for others. 

I look forward to this journey at Spark Cresta ! 



]]> 2019-01-03 13:23:26 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317201064 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317212250
Wow we doing this again? hahaha the holidays were indeed short. Anyways, I am Lerato AKA MS Mash, Joined SPARK in 2018 as a grade 2 Literacy teacher at Spark Cresta and I  am returning again this year, still as a grade 2 Literacy teacher :) 

Well I guess we will all get to know each as of the 7th cause wow I suck at describing myself. 

Enjoy the little that is left of your holidays. See you all on the 7th :)

]]> 2019-01-03 14:06:51 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317212250 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317255767 Hi all. I'm Zeenat also known as Zee. I joined the SPARK team in 2018 at Bramley as the grade 1 literacy teacher and I am happy to be joining the Cresta team this year as the Grade R literacy teacher. 

I look forward to meeting everyone on the 7th and having a successful year. 

]]> 2019-01-03 16:05:56 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317255767 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317273994 My name is Phetho Mojaki I will be joining sparks for the very 1st time as a P.E coach , I was formerly employed at the university of Johannesburg as a sports conditioning coach . I am a Christian who loves to laugh ,a bit of an introvert , love sports and keeping actibr
 I look forward to working with you all ]]> 2019-01-03 17:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317273994 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317318660 Hi everyone,
I'm Anne de la Rey. I joined SPARK in 2018 as a Grade 1 Literacy Teacher and will be teaching the Grade 3's this year. 

I have an adventurous and competitive personality but am also quite introverted. 

I taught English in Korea for a year, which was amazing, but am happy to settle down here in my home country. 

I look forward to meeting the new members of the Cresta family and to seeing everyone else again!]]> 2019-01-03 19:31:16 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317318660 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317329571 Born in Free State and now residing in Midrand. I am talkative, love laughing, friendly and easy to get along with. Not forgetting my love for singing.
I will be joining the 2019 team in Cresta, teaching literacy grade 2.Im looking forward to the journey together with the scholars and my fellow colleagues.
Looking forward meeting you all on the 7th.]]> 2019-01-03 20:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317329571 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317333913 Hello Everyone 
My name is Jabu.
I am excited to be joining Spark Crest. I am joining Spark Cresta from St Stithians College where I was doing my teaching internship under Thandulwazi Maths and Science academy. I have gained valuable experience in teaching Maths and Physical Science during my time there. I also coached the Boys and the Girls soccer teams. 

I am passionate about mathematics, educating,football and empowering the disadvaged.
I spend most of my leisure time playing and watching soccer, listening to music and dancing. 
I also like poetry, acting and fashion.

I am an approachable, giving and very ambitious young man with a vision of revolutionizing mathematical pedagogy.

I am looking forward to making a meaningful contribution to the lives of the Spark Cresta scholars.
I am looking forward to our journey together.]]> 2019-01-03 20:41:21 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317333913 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317377721 Hellooooooo everybody. ❤

My name is Nobuhle Charity Hlathi. 

I joined Spark as supervisor in 2016 but later got promoted to the lab. 

I am an extroverted introvert, I hate clutter. Die hard ice cream fan, but I am always dieting. I can throw a street bash over loosing a kilo. I am quite funny, and honest too, a bit too brutal sometimes but I can handle it too. 

See you guys on Monday.
 ]]> 2019-01-04 07:13:09 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317377721 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317379359 Hi everyone 🎈
My name is Busisiwe, I joined Spark Cresta 2018 as a BLF, coming back as a BLF this year too. 

Easy going person, loves to laugh, forever smiling, positive vibes always. 

Can't wait to meet everyone on the 7th , wish you all the best. ]]> 2019-01-04 07:32:29 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317379359 toni_jacobs https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317414268
Hi everyone!
I am Toni Jacobs, also referred to as Miss J. I joined SPARK Cresta as a Grade 4 Literacy Teacher in 2018 and will be returning as a Grade 4 Maths Teacher in 2019. 

I am always up for a challenge and will help wherever I can. I love working with people and I so excited to see what this year brings.]]> 2019-01-04 12:47:35 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317414268 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317569434 2019-01-05 10:05:46 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317569434 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317569495
Hi Everyone!
I’m Lulama Diba known as Lulu. I was born and raised in the Free State. 

I joined Spark in 2015 as a Coach which is now known/called “Supervisor” under BTSD Company. 2016 I became a full Spark member as a Supervisor at Spark Cresta. 2018 I became a BLF at Spark Centurion and yay I’m coming back home...]]> 2019-01-05 10:07:39 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317569495 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317602985 Hi everyone. My name is Xolile Ntuli from KwaZulu Natal(Richards,I Joined Sparks Cresta in 2018 as Grade 5 Math teacher, returning to grade 5 Math. 

I am an easy going person, love travelling, risk taker,determined and an ethical young lady who believes in the spirit of Ubuntu. 

I am looking forward to a great year at Sparks Cresta and meeting everyone on the 7th.

]]> 2019-01-05 19:20:23 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317602985 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317627801 Hi everyone🌻 My name is Portia Mbuli. I joined SPARK Bramley in 2017 as a Grade 2 math teacher. I'm so excited to be joining SPARK Cresta this year. 

I'm an extrovert introvert. A child of God. I love tea! I tend to disrupt the norm, I'm fun(sometimes) laughter is my medicine.

I'm Something What The Lord Made. A real Dynamite! ]]> 2019-01-06 05:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317627801 vundlathuli https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317647334 Hey everyone, I am Thuli Vundla. I am an extrovert who loves reading and watching movies. I will be joining Spark Cresta as the grade 7 isiZulu teacher
I am beyond excited.]]> 2019-01-06 11:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317647334 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317654900 Hello SPARK Cresta team,

My name is Kelly Jacobs. I will be teaching grade 1 literacy this year.

I joined SPARK last year, where I taught grade 3 literacy at SPARK Bramley.

I am artistic and love doing activities that are fun and creative. I love helping out where it is needed, you need simply ask.

I am super excited to work with a new team this year!]]> 2019-01-06 13:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317654900 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317659496 I am very excited to be joining such an amazing organization and I look forward to meeting everyone! ]]> 2019-01-06 14:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317659496 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317663422 I am Nomvuselelo Mzolo. I will be joining SPARK Cresta as a FLEX BLF. Though nervous I am more excited about joining this amazing team. ]]> 2019-01-06 15:13:22 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317663422 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317686577 I'm Philangezwi Bohlela, but please call me Phila for short, and I will be the new PE coach for the grade 2s & 3s.
I started working for Spark in 2018, same position, at Spark Centurion.

I'm a God-fearing Zulu lady, originally from KZN.
I'm quite a talkative human (in a subtle way), yet an observer, so sometimes I can be quiet. I adapt and get along with almost everyone. 
I dislike negative talk/act and I engage with positive minds.

I enjoy working with kids and I bring a positive energy for them to feed off at all times. Coach P is my field name.

I'm a Sports, Music and Media Production fanatic.
I'm a creative, meaning I love art in all forms, colors, shapes and sizes.
I enjoy reading motivational books, autobiographies, history books and just exploring the world of imagination. I'm also a gamer (from phone, to board, to the box, count me in).

There's so much to say but I'm sure you will find out as we merge.

I'm so hyped about meeting everyone and learning more this year.

Looking forward to working with you all and add my little sparkle* to the team.


]]> 2019-01-06 18:57:35 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317686577 joyce_friendrich https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317687440 A happy 2019 to you all. 
I am known as Joyce Friendrich. I joined Spark Cresta in 2018 as a LIT educator and will be continuing this exciting journey in 2019 as well.

I am ALOT, love the adrenaline activities,  however you would easily catch me in a corner reading instead of painting the town red.

What you see is exactly what you get, however  a precious stone could take a life time to uncover.

Xoxo

]]> 2019-01-06 19:07:47 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317687440 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317689773 Hi everyone! 
My name is Tamaryn Sadowitz, I will be teaching grade 4 literacy this year. I joined SPARK Cresta in 2018 and had a wonderful year of teaching grade R literacy. I am an avid reader, tea drinker and dog lover. Super excited to meet you all on the 7th! :) ]]> 2019-01-06 19:33:53 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317689773 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317690462 Hello Everyone,

My name is Ayanda Mene. I was born and bred in Mthatha, Eastern Cape.

When I am not at work, I absolutely enjoy dining and checking out different establishments with my friends. 

I am thrilled to be joining the SPARK family.]]> 2019-01-06 19:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317690462 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317691456 Hi All
Compliments of the new season.
My Name is Brelinah Kobo. I will be joining the Spark Cresta. I am a hard worker and willing to learn more . Looking forward to this journey.]]> 2019-01-06 19:52:35 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317691456 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317692680 Hie everyone I am Naomi Gunda, I will be joining Spark Cresta team. I cannot wait to meet you all.

I enjoy travelling and reading. I was at Spark Carlswald last year teaching Literacy Grade 2.]]> 2019-01-06 20:05:42 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317692680 https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317738794 Hello Colleagues

My name is Phumzile and this is my first year at Spark, I am a very dedicated person who is good in socializing and communicating with people from different races and cultures I am also keen in learning new things and becoming better each day. I am a bubbly person that is of cause considerate.]]> 2019-01-07 05:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/fourie_oosthuizen/4ev0zslq0jli/wish/317738794