This year has been a challenging one for many learners with school closures, online learning and added pressure.
The Sandton Chronicle took a look at some of the top school stories from this year, inspiring hope and achievement.
Following the hard lockdown earlier this year, schools were forced to convert to online learning. Take a look at how various local schools embraced this transition here: Sandton schools embrace e-learning
Many privileged schools and individual learners grew concerned about the needs of the poor during lockdown, with hundreds of food parcels being distributed across the country. One learner from King David Sandton raised over R35 000 for those less fortunate. Read more here:Â King David learner raises over R35 000 for charity drive
https://www.citizen.co.za/sandton-chronicle/276865/king-david-learner-raises-over-r35-000-for-charity-drive/
Gauteng MEC for Education Panyaza Lesufi visited our very own Bryanston High School on 25 May to oversee the readiness of the school for opening on 1 June. Check out our story here: Lesufi oversees readiness at Bryanston High
Matric learners had a tough time with few functions or in-person classes this year. Rugby World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi sought to bring a message of hope to learners. Read it here: Siya Kolisi encourages the Class of 2020 to remain positive
The Chronicle also highlighted the achievements of many learners who stood head and shoulders above the rest in various disciplines. Curro Rivonia learner Kamvalethu Jonas was even selected to take on a supporting role in a local film while Grade 1 learner Rannveer Tak was celebrated for gaining victory over much older chess opponents .
