Volksrust High School builds leaders at day camp

The children acquired leadership skills through teamwork as they set priorities and values for the year ahead.

22 hours ago

Anika Sanders 1 minute read

The Elected Committee group. Some students are standing, kneeling and sitting. It is day-time with clouds in the sky. There are mountains visable in the background. The students are wearing black shirts with name tags and white printing on the right side. — The happy learners on the day camp. (Photo provided)

Volksrust High School’s Elected Committee (EC) and Representative Council of Learners (RCL) gathered for a day camp last Monday (January 12).

During the camp, the teachers and learners discussed leadership and plans for the year ahead. The value system was rebranded and reintroduced as follow: RESPECT, LOVE, INTEGRITY, TEAMWORK and RESPONSIBILITY.

Taking part in fun and positive team-building activities gave the learners an opportunity to strengthen their bond with one another.

“We look forward to all the wonderful projects the EC and RCL groups will host this year,” a school official enthused.

A big group of the Representative Council of Learners (RCL) are smiling and looking at the camera. The photo has a yellowish tint. There is a light-coloured wall in the blackground. The stdents are wearing different coloured shirts. — Volksrust High School’s RCL and EC for 2026. (Photo provided)

High school students are outdoors on green grass. They are kneeling in front of something that is read, reaching it with their hands. A student is looking at the camera and showing a "peace" sign with the back of her hand toward the camera. It is sunny. — EC and RCL learners participating in a team-building activity. (Photo provided)

High school learners with black t-shirts on. They are under a roof on a wooden surface. One student is placing a bottle on the floot next to other bottles which seems to be filled with water. The students are wearing jeans and sneakers. — The Elected Committee (EC) participating in a team-building activity. (Photo provided)

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