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Sunday, June 8, 2025

Unemployment, another big challenge matrics will be facing

For matrics who experienced many challenges studying during the Covid-19 years, another obstacle is finding viable employment.

News Education Matric
Michelle Lorber|Published

Former matric top achiever chose to study medicine to make a difference

Kingsmead College alumnus Alexa Lipchin took the decision to study medicine as a result of her desire to help people.

News Education Matric
Michelle Lorber|Published

There’s hope for those who don’t meet the university admission requirements

Final year civil engineering student finds more options and course flexibility after he just missed the mark, academically.

News Education Matric
Michelle Lorber|Published

How to ace online exams – 16 top tips

A majority of learners were forced to learn remotely due to Covid-19, hence the introduction of online learning.

News Education
Tamara Mafilika and Michelle Lorber|Published

1 in 3 schools in SA does not have access to clean drinking water and sanitation

Company aims to bring 5 million litres to 5 million people.

News Education Schools
Michelle Lorber|Published

Here are 4 careers in demand in South Africa

As technology advances at a rapid pace and the job sector is ever-changing and trying to keep up, you may want to consider one of these jobs.

News Education Universities
Michelle Lorber|Published

Why should your child attend Grade R?

A lack of pre-primary education could put children at a disadvantage they may never fully regain

News Education Schools
Michelle Lorber|Published

Matric learner explains his successes

Naidoo achieved eight As and managed to attain 100% in accounting.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

How to make the most of a gap year

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many students are in limbo this year.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

These are the 2021 critical job skills SA most needs

Which fields are in demand?

News
Michelle Lorber|Published

Courses you can study without a matric certificate

There are courses you can take without a matric and with a grade 10.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

How to fund your studies if you didn't apply for NSFAS

If you didn’t apply for NSFAS funding there are other options you may consider to ensure your tuition is paid.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

Helping matrics: How a private school adapted to 2020

With 2020 being an extremely difficult year for academics, a private school in Cape Town managed to design itself an effective strategy that would be beneficial for their grade 12s.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

Determined Kingsmead matriculant racks up 10 distinctions

During an exceptionally challenging year, Alexa Lipchin managed to achieve 10 distinctions.

News Education Matric
Michelle Lorber|Published

Matric Results: Kingsmead College achieve 100% pass rate

The matric class of 2020 at Kingsmead College has once again achieved outstanding National Senior Certificate (NSC) results and achieved a 100% pass rate.

News Education
Michelle Lorber and MaryAnne Isaac|Published

Celebrate Language Activism Month

Preserving our culturally rich and linguistically diverse nation

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

Nominations for for Global Student/Teacher Awards are now open

A Global Student Prize of R750 375 has been created to recognise the gains made by extraordinary students who impact on learning and society.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

The importance of getting children moving

Moving with a purpose can help children establish the four elements necessary for learning readiness

News Education Early Learning
Michelle Lorber|Published

First batch of laptops for NSFAS beneficiaries to be delivered in March

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme CEO Andile Nongogo at least five providers have been selected to provide NSFAS beneficiaries with laptops.

News Education Universities
Michelle Lorber|Published

How you can help your child to deal with disappointing exam results

How parents handle their child’s regret upon receiving bad marks will be critical.

News Education Matric
Michelle Lorber|Published

What to do when your child refuses to go to school

Advice for parents when their child/ren refuse to attend school

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

The importance of encouraging your child to read

Reading is one of the most centrally important skills children will require to be successful, writes Michelle Lorber

News Education Early Learning
Michelle Lorber|Published

How to develop a healthy sleep routine for your child

Children who are not well rested will have difficulty concentrating and learning, writes Michelle Lorber.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

SA students rejected by universities can explore other options

Many people are under the impression you can only get a degree, or even a doctorate, at a university.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published

Late online registration possible for Gauteng Grade 1 and 8 pupils

This option is available to parents who have not yet applied.

News Education
Michelle Lorber|Published