As we approach the last few weeks of winter, we reflect on what has been a remarkable 7 months. The implementation phase of the KST programme is in full swing and currently 173 schools are engaged in the programme. Infrastructure has commenced in 38 of the 145 schools scheduled to receive infrastructure development in 2014. […]
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27 girl children from adopted schools are being mentored by some of South Africa’s successful women leaders. On 29th May, the girls were introduced to their mentors and are in the process of an intense 12 month mentorship programme. Mentors include highly successful business women such as Cheryl Carolus, Nolitha Fakude, Joan Joffe and Phuti
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There are many challenges that undermine effective learning at Phangindawo Primary School in Cato Ridge, KZN. As part of Whole School Development, the Foundation runs a visual support programme which brings eye-sight testing clinics to schools in rural and township areas and provides spectacles to learners with visual impairments. In partnership with funder, Beiersdorf Consumer
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Africa Foundation for Sustainable Development is in the process of installing a 7kW solar system at Emjindini Primary School. The system will save the school at least 10% off their total electricity bill. A local electrician is being trained to become the systems on site manager and deal with any issues which may arise. All
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“The organisation of ordinary citizens to support the education of our children is limited only by the boundaries of our collective imagination”. These were the words of our chairman Cyril Ramaphosa following the launch of Adopt-a-School’s Back to School for a Day initiative in May 2012. Three years later this annual event continues to make
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Those that can, do. Those that can’t, find a way and then teach. It is generally held that for any education system to function effectively, a combination of good overarching policies and state action from above, and diligence, determination and self-initiated action from those on the ground, is required in almost equal measure. Yet this
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From celebrating excellence and building new schools to planning fundraising parties and volunteer days, we hope you enjoy the latest update from Adopt-a-School Foundation. Adopt-a-School Foundation is demolishing three mud schools and building entire new schools in Kwa-Zulu Natal, as part of a project by the Department of Education to eradicate mud schools in South
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Nkandla celebrates top performing learners at Bizimali High School On 15 March, Bizimali High School welcomed Zandile Mncandi-Mpanza, Mayor of Nkandla, Peggy Nkonyeni the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for education, nearby school principals, community members, learners, parents and educators to celebrate excellence in the school. Top performing learners in mathematics, science and English were presented with certificates
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