Six of the best for SHS’s Avaneshni
Reminding herself of her long-term goals kept her going when her motivation dipped.
AVANESHNI Govender was one of Scottburgh High’s top matric achievers, bagging an impressive six distinctions.
Unlike most pupils, Avaneshni did not have a fixed study schedule.
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“The manner in which I studied changed according to the subject,” she said.
“I planned and strategised each day. This helped make studying feel more of an adventurous challenge and less of a stressful and boring process.”
Her subjects included English home language, Afrikaans first additional language, life orientation, mathematics, accounting, life sciences and physical sciences.
“My favourite subject was Afrikaans because it was different to the other subjects and my teacher, Reinette Tylcoat, never failed to put a smile on my face during lessons.”
The matric year is notorious for being fast-paced and crammed with work.
This is one of the biggest challenges pupils face.
“Towards the end of the year, I felt as if I was running out of fuel! I began to feel nervous and demotivated, but through positive self-talk I was able to uplift myself and keep going,” said Avaneshni.
“I reminded myself of the long-term goals that I wanted to achieve. This was a driving force which I used to overcome any hurdles that I experienced.”
Avaneshni explained that her final year at school was “nothing but memorable”, adding that although the highlight was undoubtedly the matric dance, she also thoroughly enjoyed the school’s Evolution Tour to Maropeng.
And what does the future hold for this bright and dedicated lass?
First step – a degree in chemical engineering.
“Science has always been a thought-provoking subject and I’m positive that I will enjoy the challenges that come with this course of study.”
With the degree behind her, Avaneshni plans to travel, with the first stop being the United Kingdom.
“I’m grateful to my parents and best friend for their love and support. I would not be who I am without the people who have been there for me every step of the way,” she said.
“To the matrics of 2020, don’t stop believing in yourself. The things that feel overwhelmingly impossible to do are often the things which one is capable of.”
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