Mowat Park High School learners let it shine at prize-giving
Mowat Park High School celebrated its top learners at their annual prize-giving which recognised the top learners in academics.
Mowat Park High School recently celebrated its 59th annual prize-giving ceremony, a major event to recognise the achievement of excellence by learners from Grade 8 to 12.
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This year’s theme, ‘embrace your positivity and let it shine’ was aimed at acknowledging the learners’ accomplishments and recognition of their resilience throughout the year.
Deputy principal Sushila Herd said awards were given to learners from Grade 8 to 11 for their overall achievements in academics so far, while Grade 12 learners were awarded academic awards and trophies for excellence in certain subjects. There were also contributions to sport, culture, and positive involvement in school.
The guest speaker, chemical engineer Lungi Biyela, inspired the learners and parents with a positive message on maintaining a positive mindset and the importance of persistence when striving to reach one’s goals.
Top achievers:
- Grade 8: Siphiwe Nomatshila – 91.59% average.
- Grade 9: Olwam Vikwa – 89.59% average.
- Grade 10: Anele Dlamini – 86.84% average.
- Grade 11: Khanya Siyamthokoza Dlamini – 86.55% average.
- Grade 12: Dux and head girl Kuzivakwashe Chikanya – 88.79% average.
Herd said Mowat Park High was proud of these achievements, adding Principal Amanda Ngidi had mentioned there was a great increase in the number of Grade 8 and 9 learners who received averages above 75%. “There is also a significant increase in top subject marks for Grade 12s, with over half of the 21 subjects offered achieving scores above 85%,” said Herd.
Herd extended her appreciation to the committed staff and supportive parents who had enabled the school to realise its vision in achieving excellence in academics.
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