AMANZIMTOTI High School hosted schools in the Umlazi District for a fun-filled event in celebration of International Literacy Day on September 8.
Coordinator of the Umlazi District Reading Programme and head of English at Amanzimtoti High, Sunitha Singh, said it was a very successful event celebrating a variety of literary talents among learners across schools in the Umlazi District.
Also read: International Coastal Clean-Up Day observed at southern beaches
“Learners were commended for their excellent writing and presentation skills by Umlazi District English Home Language Subject Advisor, Clive Mottian. Schools were also acknowledged for their initiatives in starting reading clubs at their respective schools and getting learners on board with reading,” she said.
The guest speaker at the event was Rubendra Govender, former teacher, author and executive producer of the movie Sugar Cane Boy which will be released nationally and internationally in cinemas later this year. Govender, in his interactive presentation, informed and inspired the very eager teachers and learners.
Singh expressed that reading and nurturing a culture of reading is a collective responsibility. “We need to work together to empower our learners by encouraging them to read,” she said.
Singh went on to explain the importance of schools networking and using various platforms to nurture a culture of reading and stimulating interest in reading among learners. “Together we can make a difference in literacy levels,” she said.
Singh also quoted Malala Yousafzai, who said, ‘One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.’
DID YOU KNOW?
Click on the words highlighted in red to read more on this and related topics. To receive news links via WhatsApp or Telegram, send an invite to 061 694 6047.
Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom at 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist.
(Comments posted on this issue may be used for publication in the Sun)
