Mr and Ms Bergvlam bring the world’s entertainment to town
Participants received points according to the school's value system and were given tasks that went hand in hand with these values.
The theme of this year’s Mr and Ms Bergvlam, “Let’s Go Somewhere”, shone through with the couples representing various countries around the world.
The event was hosted on October 13.
Though known for its glitz and glamour, it is considered so much more than a beauty pageant. The finalists are ambassadors for the school’s value system; they are said to be a beacon of light to the community and to their peers. They also learn to think outside the box and to adapt to situations outside their comfort zone.
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The learners had to send in a video answering questions like why they were entering Mr and Ms Bergvlam, what their involvement was in school, and what they would change about the school if they could.
They received points according to the school’s value system and were given tasks that went hand in hand with these values.
These included spending time with a wise elder, doing something for a stranger and doing something for a teacher.
Gomo Moeletsi and Sadiyah Ameer walked away with the crowns for Mr and Ms Bergvlam.
The school thanked all the sponsors that made the evening possible.
These included AVS Hire, The Blue Gate, Erika Grové Photography, The Cycad Lodge Nelspruit, Moroccan Barber, Pageant Vote, Rieba Clothing and Ramps-to-Runway Nelspruit.
