Programme provides educational opportunities
Underprivileged academically talented grade six learners can qualify for a scholarship with the Student Sponsorship Programme (SSP).
Jenny Ketley, executive director of SSP, says their mission is to identify these talented young scholars and reward their commitment by giving them access to schools that will further enhance their skills and further develop their potential.
“We are developing South Africa’s future and hope that many more children and youth will have access to the opportunities provided,” she says.
The organisation has provided educational opportunities to hundreds of talented South African scholars from low income families to attend the best secondary schools for the past 15 years.
St Dunstan’s College in Benoni and Saheti School in Bedfordview are currently the only two schools on the East Rand in partnership with the programme.
Learners who believe they have the potential to change the future of South Africa can apply for the scholarships.
“It will enable the learner to attend one of SSP partner schools for five years covering their tuition, textbooks, stationery, extramural activities including sports equipment and local educational trips,” says Ketley.
The closing date for applications is August 31.
In order for the application to be considered the scholars must meet the following criteria:
n Currently in grade six
n Aged 12 years or younger
n Attaining an aggregate of 70% or above in their latest report
n Have 70% or above in maths, natural science and English
n Demonstrate a financial need
The household income must not exceed R16 000 per month.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.ssp.org.za.
The closest libraries to obtain application forms are in Boksburg and Germistion.
Forms can also be collected from their offices at the NBC Building, 76 Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Enquiries can be sent to 010 206 0723/0022/0049 or email contact@ssp.org.za or scholarship@ssp.org.za.
