Five rural high schools that have been under the care of the Autotec Foundation for the past four years, continue to outshine even the best in the province. The results produced by the learners prove that one’s background does not determine one’s future.
The majority of learners from these schools come from child-headed families, while some are orphans who depend on handouts from the community and government grants.
The educators were determined and willing to put in the extra time in order to help their learners reach their goals,” said Ms Jeannine Ferreira. All the schools reached the 80% mark in the 2013 matric results. In 2012 Khumbula High School’s results dropped from 76,9% in 2011 to 55,9% in 2012, but it managed to achieve 82% last year. Note that only 25 schools in Mpumalanga managed to reach the 100% matric pass rate in 2013.
Phatfwa surprised everyone with a 91% pass rate which is a very big improvement compared with the 60% in 2012. Prize-giving ceremonies will be hosted by the foundation to award certificates and trophies to the performing learners and teachers. To find out about more about the Autotec Foundation and its activities, visit www.autotecfoundation.co.za or Facebook.
The results were as follows: Khutsalani High School – 97%; Sakhile High School – 94%; Phatfwa Secondary School – 91%; Lungisani High School – 85%; Khumbula High School – 82%.
