08 Jan 2019

Form One students of Linchwe II JSS in Mochudi were on Monday welcomed to the school and encouraged to adhere to the principle of Botho, as it is the basis of nurturing a good character.

Speaking at the Form ones’ orientation, the school head, Mr Phometsi Phometsi urged learners to desist from bad behaviour as it can tamper with their academics.

The school head informed them of their right to education and encouraged them not to underestimate themselves in whatever they do.

He said the school’s main goal was to provide quality education that yields good results, especially in the junior certificate, adding that they are always working around ideas that can help the school achieve its targeted pass rate.

Mr Phometsi stressed that it is high time the government stopped importing skilled human resource from other countries, but groom its own.

He said of the 170 students admitted this year, 44 passed with first class, 50 with second class and 46 with third class.

He urged parents to guide and rebuke their children so they remain focused on their academic life and cooperate with teachers for the benefit of their children and the school.

It was revealed that for the past two years, the school has been in the top 20 out of 210 schools countrywide and parents were encouraged to buy any additional learning materials for their children as it may be required.

A representative from Kgatleng regional office, Mr Aron Sefako advised parents to sign the indemnity form as it is standard procedure across all schools.

One of the parents, Mr Mpho Thamage encouraged feloow parents to familiarise themselves with school policies to promote the concept of a child friendly school.

A senior teacher - staff development, Ms Tendani Matsetse explained that the school’s roadmap is clear as are its values, vision and mission and encouraged parents and pupils to learn and adapt to them. Ends