Tyger Valley College high school has obtained a 100% pass rate with a 91% bachelor degree pass.
School principal Clyde MacDonald commended the pupils for their hard work and dedication throughout the year that yielded such amazing results.
“Well done Class of 2018! We wish you tremendous success for your futures,” said MacDonald.
The top achiever, Bianca Serfontein, scooped seven distinctions in maths, English HL, Afrikaans FAL, life science, physical science, accounting and life orientation.
Serfontein had been a top achiever academically since grade eight and sportswoman of the year in 2017.
She said she would be studying medicine at the University of the Free State as she would like to assist people and make a difference where she can.
“I would like to work in rural areas of Africa with Doctors Without Borders and assist them by using the knowledge I have obtained by studying.”
“I would also like to specialise in neurosurgery and work in different countries, thus learn about different nationalities and cultures, while assisting people.”
Serfontein cites Rolene Strauss as her inspiration due to her drive and ambition, and lives by the quote “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”.
Khumo Naledi Mphahlele, who scooped the second position, gained five distinctions in English, accounting, mathematics, business studies and dramatic arts.
Mphahlele was also the head girl of the school and was part of the student representative council between 2017 and 2018 as well as a top 10 achiever from 2016 until 2018.
She said she plans to pursue B Com Law and B Com PPE at the University of the Witwatersrand or University of Cape Town.
“I aim to become an entrepreneur and philanthropist by starting several non-profit organisations and charities in my future.
“I also aim to be an inspiration to many young women out there, to show them that it is possible to achieve your dreams no matter what.”
She cited her mother as her inspiration because of her hard work and striving for excellence.
“Another inspiration of mine is Maya Angelou, because she is so profound and intelligent and inspires me to speak my mind.”
Neo Ntsako Mabasa in third place scooped four distinctions in maths, accounting, visual arts and life orientation.
Part of her achievements in high school include being a top 10 achiever from 2015 till 2018.
She said she plans to study architecture at the University of Cape Town as it combines her love for visual arts and mathematics.
Michelle Obama is her inspiration as an influential leader.
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