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Creativity and coding take centre stage at Good Shepherd expo

Interactive exhibits and creative projects kept visitors engaged during the two-day popular annual expo at Good Shepherd Model School.

21 hours ago
Janine Saayman 1 minute read
Three people in blue jackets stand smiling behind a skeleton model in a classroom. A chart is visible on the wall, suggesting an educational setting.
Boitumelo Kobe, Victoria Masechaba, and Lesedi Sekele. Photo: Janine Saayman

Innovation, creativity and problem-solving took centre stage when Good Shepherd Model School hosted its 11th Annual Mathematics, Science, Coding and Robotics Expo.

The two-day event drew close to 1 000 learners from schools across the Sekhukhune South District in Limpopo and the Nkangala District in Mpumalanga, with learners proudly presenting projects in a variety of STEM-related fields.

A student in a blue vest stands smiling behind a project model on a table. The model includes labeled cups and a small house structure, with educational posters in the background.
Karabo Bogopa. Photo: Janine Saayman

Coding and Robotics proved to be one of the major attractions, with interactive demonstrations and hands-on exhibits keeping visitors engaged throughout the expo. Learners from Grade R to Grade Nine showcased their skills and innovative thinking while gaining valuable exposure through the collaborative learning experience.

The event also received media attention, with Moutse Local Radio broadcasting live from the school grounds during the expo.

Three students in lab coats and goggles conduct a science experiment at a table. They're gathered around a blue bowl with detergent bottles nearby.
Letsoalo Boitumelo. Photo: Janine Saayman

Following the success of the event, selected projects will advance to the regional Eskom Expo for Young Scientists later this year.

• The full article can be read in this week’s edition of the Observer Daller.

Portrait of a man with glasses and curly hair, wearing a dark blazer and light blue shirt. He has a calm expression against a plain background.
Director Jacob Isaac. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
A person with a mustache wearing glasses sits comfortably in a black chair. They wear a cream blazer over a pink shirt, exuding a calm and confident demeanor.
Director John P. Jacob. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
Two students in blue jackets proudly present volcano models on a table. Colorful educational posters adorn the wall, creating an academic atmosphere.
Seletisha Kamogelo and John Mkhondo. Photo: Janine Saayman
Students in blue jackets work intently on small robotic vehicles in a classroom, collaborating and focused, with educational posters on the walls.
Lehlogondo Moloko busy with coding and robotics. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
A person in a lab coat smiles and gestures peace signs beside a microscope on an orange table. Charts and a cheetah photo are in the background.
Lesedi Phora. Photo: Janine Saayman
Four students in blue school uniforms stand around a table with soil and organic material. They appear proud and collaborative in a classroom setting.
Lebogang Madisha, Koma Thapelo, Jonathan Mahlangu, and Bontle Mahlangu. Photo: Janine Saayman
A student proudly presents a colorful eco-friendly city model with greenery, roads, a water body, and a rainwater harvesting system. The mood is creative and educational.
Omphile Mawela. Photo: Janine Saayman
A student in a blue uniform stands behind a display table with water purification bottles and colorful samples. Posters hang on the beige wall behind.
Naledi Mmakola. Photo: Janine Saayman
Three people wearing blue uniforms sit and stand on a model of a hill with a painted blue river. They are smiling, surrounded by green plants.
Modipadi Phahla, Senzo Mtsweni, and Jonathan Mahlangu. Photo: Janine Saayman
A student in a blue jacket sits at a desk with a robotics kit, a computer displaying a coding program, and various electronics, focused and engaged.
Mpho Diala. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
A person stands smiling in an art exhibit room. They hold a mug next to a table with colorful decorations and children's artwork. The atmosphere is lively and creative.
Principal Mrs Beena Nair in the art room. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
Three students in blue uniforms stand behind a science project display titled "The Circulatory System." They appear enthusiastic and proud.
Njabulo Zondi, Lethabo Kgaphola, and Refiloe Kgaphola. Photo: Janine Saayman
Two students in a classroom smile beside a volcano model and a poster titled "The Volcanic System." The setting is lively with several students in the background.
Phemelo Sefoka and Reneilwe Mashile. Photo: Janine Saayman
A science teacher in a lab coat conducts an experiment for attentive students in a classroom. The table is filled with beakers of colorful liquids. The atmosphere is educational and focused.
Soap making with Owami Yafele. Photo: Provided/Good Shepherd Model School
Two smiling students stand in a chemistry lab with a molecular structure on a whiteboard behind them. They're next to lab equipment and wearing school uniforms.
Thando Mtsweni and Ntsoaki Movundlela. Photo: Janine Saayman
A student in a lab coat explains a science project involving circuits and batteries on a table. Charts and diagrams are displayed on the wall.
Tinashe Onyimo. Photo: Janine Saayman

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Janine Saayman

Janine has been working as a journalist/photographer since 2014 at the Daller in Groblersdal. She was awarded the O.H. Frewin Upcoming Journalist of the Year in her first year as a journalist. Janine has a passion for photography, writing, being creative and doing things to the best of her ability.
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