Phatfwa Secondary School was established in 1983 currently it has 725 learners and its 2017 Grade 12 class obtained 66.1% passrate.
The MEC will use the occasion to encourage learners to focus on their studies and to request teachers to inspire and instil a sense of purpose to learners in all grades.
MEC for Education, Mr Sibusiso Malaza will pay a courtesy visit to Emalahleni Local Municipality and his first activation will be at Bonginsimbi Secondary School at 07H00.
At this school the MEC will observe the hoisting of the South African Flag at half mast to pay tribute to the late Mother of the Nation, Mrs Winnie Nomzamo Madikizela Mandela.
The hoisting of the South African Flag at half mast follows a declaration by the President of the Republic of South Africa.
At the same time, the MEC will use the occasion to welcome all teachers, non teaching staff, learners back to schools from a well deserved leave.
The second activation will be at the Mpumalanga Regional Training Trust ( MRTT) from 09H00.
At this institution, the MEC will take stock of the training programs that are geared at empowering the out of school youth with skills in plumbing, carpentry, construction , welding and electrical.
The last stop will be at the OR Tambo Mathematics, Science and Technology Academy at 12H00.
At this academy, the MEC will be updated on the progress relating to the improvement of the the intake and pass rate in Mathematics, Physical Science and Technology.
The second term has 11 weeks and 51 actual school days as such it remains imperative that every second, minute , hour , day , week is used to advance teaching and learning.
Together we move South Africa forward.
