The day when late, former president Nelson Mandela would have turned a 100 years old, 18 July, saw learners from Jan Celliers Laerskool en Pre-Primêr forming the number 100 on their sports field.
This was a tribute and a celebration of Mandela Day and the formation was captured with a drone as every staff member and the primary young ones took part.
The day’s activities also included the handover of items donated by learners and parents in aid of the Helen Joseph Hospital’s ‘Joyful Harvest’ project. Project coordinator, Ntombi Mutshekwane said, “We are so overwhelmed by the generous donations we received from this lovely school. They donated blankets, bedding, toiletries, toys and children’s clothes. Thank you to everyone who participated.”
The project was started by Mutshekwane in an effort to ensure that patients, especially in the children’s ward, have sufficient bedding and toiletries while in hospital.
Other activities on Mandela Day for the pupils of Jan Celliers Laerskool also included a visit by the school’s junior choir to Park Care Old Age Home in Parktown. The school choir entertained the residents with their little angelic voices, which warmed the hearts on that chilly winter’s day.
Leading up to Mandela Day, the school learners were also encouraged to spend 67 minutes of their time with their families by giving back to the community in whichever way they felt would best complement Madiba’s vision. Bernice du Toit, head of marketing at Jan Celliers said she was very happy that the school continued the Madiba legacy.
“Mr Mandela taught us all that in order to change the world, the change must first start with you. Our school forms part of the millions of South Africans who want to ensure that Madiba’s legacy, dream and vision for South Africa becomes a reality,” said Du Toit.
What did you do to celebrate Mandela Day? Send your responses to koketsor@caxton.co.za.
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