Education
Inside The School That Kept Going During National Lockdown
29 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Despite the national lockdown, one group of students in Mitchells Plain continued their high school education undisturbed.
Possible Solutions To SA’s Private School Racism Problem
24 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Over the past few weeks, pupils past and present have highlighted the issue of institutional racism at many of the country’s top schools.
SA’s First COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Begins [Video]
24 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The University of Witwatersrand, in partnership with Oxford University, starts human trials this week for a possible COVID-19 vaccine.
GoodLuck And Valenture Institute Team Up To Offer Full High School Scholarship
12 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you know of a young learner and changemaker deserving of a full high school scholarship worth a cool R430 000, read on.
Parktown Boys’ High Abuse – Carte Blanche Doesn’t Hold Back [Video]
11 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Parktown Boys’ High School has seen two different scandals in recent years, but stories of physical and sexual assault stretch back generations.
The Dictionary Has Literally Changed The Definition Of ‘Racism’
11 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The revised edition of the Merriam-Webster dictionary will contain a new definition of ‘racism’.
Three Simple Truths When Investing In Your Child’s Future
10 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
As any parent will tell you, children are expensive. The sooner you start planning, and teaching responsible money habits, the better.
Cape School Under Fire For ‘Fun Slave Auction’ Assignment
10 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A grade 7 teacher at a Cape school has been sent for sensitivity training after assigning a “fun” exercise on slavery.
SA’s 10 Best Universities Ranked
09 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
It was a very closely fought battle for top spot, but according to the Centre for World University Rankings, South Africa has a new number one.
Herschel Girls’ High School Is Dealing With A Racism PR Disaster
05 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
On Tuesday, Herschel Girls’ School posted a black square on its Instagram account, with the hashtag #blackoutTuesday. That backfired in a big way.
Meghan Markle Just Gave A Powerful Graduation Address To Her Old High School [Video]
04 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Meghan Markle tackled some tough political issues in a graduation speech addressing her old high school.
Inside SA’s First Boutique Tech-Enabled Private High Schools
25 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
New private, tech-enabled high school campuses coming to Joburg and Cape Town, are set to revolutionise learning in South Africa.
New COVID-19 Rules For Schools Makes Chewing Gum In Class Too Easy
22 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new document sent to schools outlines the measures that must be in place to ensure the safety of staff and students.
Red & Yellow Giving Away R2 Million In Digital Marketing Vouchers
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Red & Yellow Creative School of Business is giving away R2 million in vouchers for its famous Digital Marketing Aptitude Test (DMAT).
Inside Wits University’s COVID-19 Rapid Test Study (And How You Can Help)
14 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The immunology department at Witwatersrand University is testing existing rapid tests for COVID-19 to determine their accuracy.
Update On When We Can Expect Schools To Reopen
11 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Parents hoping for clarity with regards when schools will reopen may have to wait a little longer, with the South African Teachers’ Union raising concerns.
Should You Pay Your Private School Fees During Lockdown?
06 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Parents educating their children at home have some pressing questions about whether or not they should continue paying school fees.
UPDATED: Schools To Reopen Next Week – What You Need To Know
29 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The department of basic education has outlined its plan to gradually reopen schools from next week.
Online Learning Versus Remote Learning – Here’s The Difference
17 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Your child may have been learning online during the lockdown, but they aren’t necessarily engaged in ‘online learning’.
Healthcare Providers – Your Kids Qualify For A Year’s Free Tuition At This Global Online High School
07 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The Valenture Institute has launched a scholarship for the children of healthcare providers in South Africa.
Parents Should Listen To This Podcast On COVID-19 And Education
02 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
On the podcast ‘Think Outside The Classroom’, Harvard Professor Robert Lue weighs in on education and COVID-19.
Yale’s Most Popular Course Ever Is About Happiness – And Is Now Available For Free
24 Mar 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In these trying times, some “practical, science-backed information about how to be happy” could come in handy. Yale’s most popular course of all time offers just that.
Public Versus Private School – Do High Fees Really Guarantee A Quality Education?
20 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s widely believed that the more something costs, the better it is. When it comes to education, that’s not always the case.
SA Company Offers Students Free Self-Storage In The Wake Of University Closures
19 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Students forced to leave residences as universities shut their doors to limit the spread of coronavirus can claim a month’s free storage.
Eight Cape Schools Close Due To Possible Coronavirus Outbreak
12 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Eight schools have been shut down amid fears of a possible coronavirus outbreak in the Western Cape.
How To Keep Your Child’s Education On Track During A Pandemic
12 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
With schools closing all over the world due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you don’t let your child’s education fall by the wayside.
Mysterious Vibes As Chopper Delivers Varsity Student’s Forgotten Bag [Video]
06 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you forget your backpack at home, you can always get your folks to fly it over in a chopper, because that’s totally normal.
These University Degrees Land The Best Salaries In South Africa
02 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new report has revealed the university degrees that will earn you the best average salaries in South Africa.
Dispelling Some Common Myths About Studying Online
25 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Debating whether or not your child should study online? Here are a few factors worth considering before making your decision.
Paedo Found Taking Pics Of Students On Rondebosch Boys’ High Property
25 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
On Saturday, parents at Rondebosch Boys’ High School confronted a man they saw taking pictures of their children. Turns out he has a history.
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