Learners are responsible for the behaviour of guests they bring to school functions
Tickets are not sold at the door for school functions
Learners may not chew gum at school functions
Learners must hand in an excuse note prior to a meeting or event if they were required to attend or had indicated they would be attending
A learner may not attend a school function or meeting in the afternoon or evening of a day the learner has been absent from school due to illness
In general, learners need to stay involved in a club or society to matric in order for this to be recorded on their testimonial from the school
Learners selected to committees may not randomly drop out – a meeting with the teacher in charge is required to discuss the possibility and this will only be permitted in certain circumstances
Learners visiting the school during exam time when blocking for the purposes of club meetings or to see to club responsibilities are required to wear school uniform
Learners who are in possession of badges must be responsible for these badges and ensure they are returned at the end of their term of office

Going Green

Recycling is the responsible thing to do ... and the Riebeek girls take saving the planet very seriously.  

SPCA

The SPCA Committee is a passionate committee devoted to making an active difference in the lives of animals. This group organises various activities to raise a phenomenal amount of R10 000 or more, which is handed over to the SPCA on an annual basis. These activities include regular cake sales, civvies days and raffles. 

Computer Club

 Computer Club girls on hand to help with how to print and how to crop and every query in between ... This is the air conditioned Computer Room.  Always busy, always vibrant.

Library

The library is open at breaks and after school.  The librarians assist learners with accessing research material and suggesting good reads.    This venue is also a quiet and suitable venue for studying and homework.

JTC The Alpha Leo Club consists of various schools within the Uitenhage and Despatch area who are committed to sowing the seeds of love. Two learners from each Grade 10 to Grade 12 class are elected to serve on the JTC, thus each school has six representatives on the Council. The annual activities include tin collections, clothing collections, soup kitchens and fundraising events. 

Interact

The Interact Board is devoted to "service above self." The annual activities include an Inter-class Easter Egg Competition, cake sales, civvies days, Christmas parties at the SANTA TB Hospital and awareness drives for Polio and Cancer.

Debating

A lively group of argumentative and persuasive learners gather for social debating and to prepare for league fixtures.  These girls show the power of persuasion.  Riebeek participates in the local league competitions and in festivals.

SCA

The SCA Committee is responsible for the Junior and Senior Christian activities of the school. The annual events include the Grade 8 Welcome with Muir College, the SU Camp, regular prayer meetings and youth bashes. 

Choir

All their hours of dedicated practice, sacrifice and commitment certainly earns them the hearty applause they receive whenever they perform.

Cultural Board

This is a crème de la crème society of the school as it acts as an umbrella body for all the clubs. The Cultural Board consists of elected members (executives) and all Heads of Societies. The Cultural Board is the highest level of leadership in the cultural and service clubs and it is therefore an honour to serve on this society. The aim of this Board is to promote the school activities and foster a spirit of co-operation. The members of this society must at all times set an example of correct procedures, decorum and traditions of the school. Annual events include a team building afternoon, induction party, cultural assembly, societies fair, voting day, and a leadership seminar.

Dance Committee

This committee consists of a group of Grade 11 learners who  organise various events To raise funds for the Matric Farewell. Their activities for the year include a civvies day, cake sale, Miss Riebeek Pageant, Valentines Dance, raffles and the Matric Farewell. 

Drama

The Drama Production involves  committment as the learners script the show themselves and are responsible for all the aspects of the play. These include lighting, sound, backstage, ticket sales and promotion.

First Aid

The First Aiders, our school paramedics, are always to the rescue whether it be on the sports field, classroom or playground.  The learners on this committee are required to complete the certified First Aid Course to ensure correct procedures at all times. 

Quiz

Quarterly quizzes are written by the entire school at the end of each term.  The Quiz Club also participates in the local Quiz league.  There are also Quiz Whiz competitions and events.

Media Club

The girls assist with taking photographs, writing articles and working on the d6, website, Instagram, youtube clips, the school magazine and the Riebeek facebook page.

PHLY Thread

Phly Thread hopes to be in the face of ‘changing’, perhaps one life in a day, a week or even a year; as a victory over change can be no less significant whether the number effected is small or astronomical: change has been brought about.  In an attempt at promoting anti-bullying behaviour, Phly Thread hosts G2G (girl to girl) evenings  for all grade 10-12 learners.  The aim of the evening is to show the value of common ground amongst girls; that they all share heart ache, disappointment, trials and diversity as emerging adults. 

Evolutio

The artistic and creativemeet for movies, discussions, to share poetry and ideas and to mingle with like minded individuals who question and ponder. Mrs Peltason heads up this dynamic group.

Band

The band are a hip, cool and creative group.  

Chess

Chess at Riebeek is fun, challenging and co-operative.  The girls help each other improve their game and these analytical ladies are admired.