With the current lockdown, Bowen International School, a Germiston-based school, invites all learners from Grades Four to 11 to participate in an essay writing competition.
Learners are to write 350 to 450 words on the topic Coronavirus’s impact on School Children and the deadline is on April 16.
First, second and third prize winners will each receive stationery packs and a Bunny’s Tale story book. The best article will also be submitted to their local newspaper for publication.
Nadia Gaffoor form the school, said: “We’re all feeling depressed, afraid and have anxiety because we are facing our first health pandemic in South Africa.
“The lockdown we’re facing is necessary and we all should take precautions and find ways to keep safe and yet also focus on our school homework and assignments.”
She said teachers can use the article for marks in Life Orientation and English writing and that teachers are also welcome to contact her for any queries.
Scope:
The essay must have an introduction, body and conclusion.
Your essay should cover these questions:
*Are the politicians and the Health Minister doing the right thing by introducing the lockdown?
*How does this lockdown affect your schooling?
*What precautions are you and your family taking during this pandemic?
When submitting the essay learners are requested to have a cover page with their names and surnames, school name, grade and contact information.
Essays can also be emailed to Nadia Gaffoor at principal@bowenschools.co.za or via Whatsapp on 084 406 7563.
