Mayor Rudolph Smith wishes to congratulate the matric students and educators of Hermanus High, Curro Hermanus, Qhayiya Secondary, Gansbaai Academia, Hawston Secondary and Northcliff House College on their excellent achievements and outstanding results in the 2016 National Senior Certificate examination.
The Overberg district achieved the highest pass rate (92,7%) in the country.
“We are fortunate to have such good schools and committed teachers in the Overstrand. I would like to congratulate all learners who have successfully completed the 2016 matric examinations. I would also like to thank all our 2016 matriculants for promoting our towns and putting us on the map – you have truly done us proud – we are honoured to be associated with such hard-working individuals,” Mayor Smith said.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Conrad Strydom from Hermanus High for being the top achiever in the country with an average of 98%.
“This is a momentous achievement and I would like to give recognition to the committed educators who prepare our children to attain these great heights.
“May this also serve as a motivation for our 2017 matriculants and inspire them to work towards maintaining this high standard of achievement.”
Mayor Smith encouraged those who did not do well to not lose hope. “You are by no means a failure because of one examination – remember that it is not about how many times you fall, but rather how many times you are able to stand up after every fall.”
“Overstrand needs skills, and education is the key to unlock both personal and economic growth. Passing matric and registering for further education and/or training are necessary to provide our economy with critical skills,” he added.
RESULTS
Hermanus High School achieved a 100% pass rate and produced the top learner in South Africa. The learners excelled with 27 A-passes, 31 B-passes and 56 C-passes.
Curro Hermanus also boasts a 100% pass rate and has been crowned as the top performing school in IEB within the Curro Group.
Northcliff House College are also proud of their 100% pass rate.
Qhayiya Secondary School in Zwelihle had plenty to celebrate as well, as their matric pass rate improved from 80,6% to 88,5%.
Gansbaai Academia achieved a 95, 18% pass rate. Their top student, Analo Yawa who was the Junior Deputy Mayor in 2014, received six distinctions and was the first learner in the school’s history to achieve an average of 80% and above.
Hawston Secondary achieved a pass rate of 73,5%.