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Lesedi Modiagotla Ascends to District Leadership: A Milestone for Potch Boys High
Potchefstroom High School for Boys has celebrated a significant leadership milestone following the multi-level appointments of student leader Lesedi Modiagotla. Currently serving as the schoolβs Representative Council of Learners (RCL) Vice President, Modiagotla has successfully expanded his influence beyond the school gates to the regional stage. Image: Potchefstroom High School for Boys District and Regional Leadership In a standout achievement for the school, Modiagotla ha

Yolandi Botes
Apr 141 min read
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Young Leaders Take the Floor: Potchefstroom Secondary Hosts 2026 Schools Debate Competition
The halls of Potchefstroom Secondary School buzzed with intellectual energy on Saturday, 14 March, as the school played host to the prestigious 2026 Schools Debate Competition. The event brought together sharp minds from various participating schools for a day dedicated to the art of persuasion and the power of the spoken word. Image: Potchefstroom Secondary School Fostering a Culture of Critical Thinking The competition served as a platform for junior and senior debaters to

Yolandi Botes
Mar 171 min read
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Brainpower and Eloquence: HTS Klerksdorp Shines in Chess and Public Speaking
It was a weekend of intellectual prowess for Technical High School Klerksdorp, as learners represented the school with distinction across two demanding disciplines: Chess and Public Speaking. Image: Technical High School Klerksdorp Strategic Mastery on the Chessboard The schoolβs chess players took to the boards, proving that the technical minds of HTS Klerksdorp are equally adept at strategic maneuvering. Facing tough competition, the participants demonstrated focus, patienc

Yolandi Botes
Mar 111 min read
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Callies' Youth Leaders Shine at SAPS Junior Leaders Project
Three exceptional learners from HoΓ«rskool Carletonville have made their school and community proud by participating in the South African Police Service (SAPS) Junior Leaders Project (JLP). This initiative is designed to foster leadership skills and promote youth crime prevention through active engagement. Image: HoΓ«rskool Carletonville Top Honors in Debate Representing the school with confidence and dedication during a debate held at the local police station, the learners ach

Yolandi Botes
Mar 101 min read
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Leadership with Integrity: Potch Primary Inaugrates 2026 Student Representative Council
Potchefstroom Primary School officially ushered in a new chapter of leadership last week with the prestigious inauguration of the 2026 Student Representative Council (SRC). The ceremony served as a significant milestone, as the new Head Leaders and council members formally accepted their roles and responsibilities before the school community. Image: Potchefstroom Primary School A Call to Courageous Leadership The inauguration was a celebration of character, commitment, and th

Yolandi Botes
Feb 171 min read
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The Return of the Pulse: Students Reclaim the Hallways for 2026
The silence of the holidays was officially broken today as the 2026 academic year commenced across the region. The sound of school bells, the sight of crisp new uniforms, and the unmistakable energy of thousands of students returning to their campuses marked the beginning of a fresh chapter in the local educational landscape. The Go-To Guy Creations A Campus Reawakened The first day of school is often described as a reawakening. After weeks of empty classrooms and quiet playg

Yolandi Botes
Jan 142 min read
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Academic Excellence: Badirile Secondary School Achieves Stellar 84.5% Matric Pass Rate
There is a vibrant sense of pride and celebration echoing through the halls of Badirile Secondary School today. The school has officially announced an outstanding 84.5% pass rate for the Grade 12 class, marking a significant achievement in its academic history. Image: Badirile Secondary School This milestone is not merely a number; it represents the culmination of years of hard work, sleepless nights, and an unwavering commitment to excellence by the matriculants. A Journey o

Yolandi Botes
Jan 132 min read
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LEADERS 2026: Methodist Primary Welcomes New LRC Head Leaders
ππππππππππ Methodist Primary School Klerksdorp proudly announces the appointment of its 2026 LRC head leaders. These young leaders have been selected to serve the school community with commitment, responsibility, and integrity in the year ahead. Image: Methodist Primary School Klerksdorp π Meet the LRC Leadership Team for 2026 Head Boy : Wayne Dingembira Deputy Head Boy : Ryan Ndlovu Head Girl : Lethabo Dikgale Deputy Head Girl : Retshepile Lipholo These learners h

Yolandi Botes
Oct 31, 20251 min read
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Potch Girls High Shines at the International Science Fair 2025
π©βπ¬ πβ¨ π©βπ¬ πβ¨π©βπ¬ πβ¨ The High School for Girls Potchefstroom continues to make waves on the global stage! Four of our talented learners showcased exceptional innovation and intellect at the International Science Fair 2025, held from 6β10 October, and returned home with outstanding achievements. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom π
Award Highlights: π₯ Taslima Chand & Aaβishah Khan β Silver Medals in Earth Sciences π₯ Mariam Adeleke β Gold in Biomedical

Yolandi Botes
Oct 16, 20252 min read
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CJHS celebrates Mathematics Olympiad winners
πββπββπββ Carleton Jones High School is proud to announce our Mathematics Olympiad winners: Thokozani Malindi and Emihle Hadebe. Their...

Yolandi Botes
Sep 4, 20252 min read
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Merafong City Launches Youth iMbizo to Empower Young Voices
The Merafong City Local Municipality has kickstarted a series of Youth iMbizos aimed at empowering young people, giving them a platform...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 3, 20252 min read
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Potchefstroom Central School's Grade R Learners Discover North West University
π π π π π π π π Last week our tiniest trailblazers swapped the classroom for campus life when they visited North West University...

Yolandi Botes
Jun 23, 20252 min read
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