No awards for Rand West at National Teaching Awards

Scores of teachers from different schools gathered at the Chief Albert Luthi Primary School for the National Teaching Awards held on September 28.

This was to show appreciation to the teachers for their hard work and dedication in their roles as educators.

Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane said it was an honour and privilege for him to stand before the audience of diligent teachers and celebrate their extraordinary contributions to shaping the minds and futures of children.

“The National Teaching Awards marked its 23rd year, serving as an annual platform to acknowledge and recognise the outstanding contributions made by teachers from public ordinary schools in nurturing young minds. The impact of a single teacher extends far beyond the classroom walls. Through their guidance, they shaped future leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Teachers instilled a love for learning, encouraged curiosity, and fostered creativity.

“They also taught invaluable life lessons, such as teamwork, cooperation, empathy, and the importance of standing up against injustice. These awards for teaching excellence inspired teachers to succeed, build resilience, and shine. The theme for that year was ‘invest in people, prioritise teachers’,” said Chiloane.

He added that teachers were celebrated as the architects of knowledge, nurturers of curiosity and catalysts of change.

He also said that their influence on students was enduring, and they possessed the power to inspire, ignite curiosity, and empower the next generation. The MEC also extended heartfelt gratitude to dedicated teachers, recognising their role in shaping not only the minds of children but also the future of society.

He encouraged teachers to continue shining brightly and being guiding stars for generations to come.

Although teachers from Rand West City didn’t scoop any awards, Chiloane said that to him, they were all winners.