Think about it: Books

A room without books is like a body without a soul.

[Marcus Tullius Cicero]

BEST OF LUCK CLASS OF 2025!

Good luck to our matrics who are writing their first final exam paper today. May the Lord bless each of you with the necessary knowledge, wisdom and insight.

Top 10 achievers of Term 3

Athletics: Neo Binda - First!!

We are incredibly proud of Neo Binda, who delivered outstanding performances at the Wildeklawer Grey/Oranje Athletics Meeting.

 
Neo claimed first place in both the 100m and 200m events, finishing with impressive times of 10.55 seconds and 21.57 seconds respectively.

These are exceptional achievements, and we are excited to see what the upcoming athletics season holds for this talented athlete!

Well done Neo

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* Die gekerm van studente oor koshuiskos is niks nuuts nie. Soos inflasie sal dit altyd met ons wees. By een so 'n probleemkoshuis vererg die matrone haar bloedig vir die gekla.

Sy gaan plant haar reg aan die bopunt van die tafel waar die primarius sit en met dik arms op haar mollige heupe wil sy weet wat die probleem nou eintlik is.

Die primarius, wat nie van dieselfde postuur was nie, stoot toe so half onseker twee snye brood in haar rigting met die woorde: "Toe, praat vir julleself. Julle is oud genoeg."

* Mike besoek sy studerende seun op Stellenbosch en hulle gaan eet saam in een van die bekende restaurante in die studentestad.

Ná die ete bring die kelner die rekening. Mike betaal dit en laat so te sê niks vir die kelner nie.

"Meneer,"sê die kelner half vies, "wanneer jou seun en sy meisie hier kom eet, gee hy my altyd 'n ordentlike fooitjie."

Waarop Mike antwoord: "Hy kan dit bekostig. Hy het 'n ryk pa."

[Bron: Finansies & Tegniek, 5 Julie 1996]

Go Tekkies!

Good luck to our athletes taking part at the G4GA Spring Championship in Bethlehem today.
We known you will make us proud!

HTS is going off the grid

Sport: Brandon Kelly and Mohale Notha have earned their provincial colours

Congratulations to the following two learners who made it into the Free State team that will be representing the province at Jungle War XIII, in Vanderbijlpark 24 - 26 October 2025, at the Emerald Casino.

Brandon Kelly and Mohale Notha have both earned their provincial colours successfully. Brandon also completed his RCFA official's course and will be assisting as a judge and referee at the tournament.

We are extremely proud of both of you!

Dink hieroor: Middelmatigheid

Net 'n middelmatige mens kan altyd op sy beste wees.

W. Somerset Maugham, Engelse skrywer (1874-1965)

Friday: the matrics' official last day

Friday marked a special milestone for our Matrics - their official last day at HTS Welkom!

The day was filled with celebration and sentiment as they enjoyed a beautiful Bon Voyage Breakfast, signed the National Pledge, and rang the bell to mark the end of their school journey. Learners and teachers shared smiles and memories while signing shirts - a perfect reminder of the friendships and moments made along the way.

We are incredibly proud of each one of you and the determination you’ve shown throughout your school career. As you prepare to tackle your final exams, remember: this is not the end, but the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Best of luck, Class of 2025 - go make us proud!

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

Two men are walking their dogs (a doberman and a chihuahua) when they see a restaurant.

They're pretty hungry, do they decide to head in for a bite to eat. Unfortunately, they see a sign out front that says "NO DOGS ALLOWED".

The man with the doberman says "I know what to do, just follow my lead." He throws on a pair of sunglasses and walks in.

The waiter tells him "I'm sorry sir, we don't allow dogs here." The man says "Oh, you don't understand. I'm blind and this is my guide dog."

"A doberman for a guide dog?" The waiter asks, skeptical.

"Yes." The man replies. "Dobermans are very loyal. They're easy to train and protective too. They're born for the job."

The waiter sighs and leads the man to a table.

The second man, excited by this idea, throws on his sunglasses and walks in.

The waiter tells him "I'm sorry sir, we don't allow dogs here." The man says "Oh, you don't understand. I'm blind and this is my guide dog."

"A chihuahua for a guide dog?" The waiter asks.

"A chihuahua?" The man asks. "They gave me a chihuahua?!"

Voorspoed aan al die matrieks

Duisende matrieks het reeds met hul voorbereiding vir die belangrikste eksamen van hul lewe begin.  

Vir diegene wat gedurende die hele jaar hard gewerk het, is die grootste deel van die werk al gedoen. Maar daar is ander wat 'n bietjie harder sal moet werk. Hierdie eksamen is die maak-of-breek-eksamen van jou lewe, want dit is die sleutel waarmee jy jou toekoms kan oopsluit.

Ongelukkig moet 'n mens ook na die realiteit kyk, want vir sommige leerders is die eindeksamen 'n hekkie waaroor hulle struikel. Dit is nie noodwendig hulle skuld nie. Onmiddellike omstandighede is nie altyd bevorderlik vir sukses nie.

Tekkies, alle oë is op julle om die afgelope twee jaar se suksesverhale te herhaal of te verbeter. Ons beste wense vergesel jul na die eksamenlokaal. Onthou, elkeen van julle is 'n presteerder uit eie reg, ongeag die aantal onderskeidings, die probleme of jou omstandighede. 

Viva kennis! 

Class of 2025: Last day programme

Think about this: Bill Gates explains why his daughter can't marry a poor man

Bill Gates once revealed why his daughter would never marry a "poor man" and it has nothing to do with money.

A few years ago, I attended a major financial conference in the U.S. One of the key speakers was Bill Gates. During the Q & A session, I asked him a question that made the audience smile: “Would you allow your daughter to marry a man with no wealth - someone who lives modestly?”

Bill responded calmly, but with striking depth:
"First, we need to redefine wealth. True wealth isn't just about having six figures in a bank account. It's about the ability to generate value - to create opportunities and resources. Someone who wins a $100 million lottery isn't suddenly ‘rich.’ They’re still poor in mindset - just temporarily holding money. That’s why so many lottery winners go broke within years."

Then he contrasted that with another kind of person:
"An entrepreneur - even one without a penny - often thinks big. They invest in knowledge, build financial intelligence, and operate from abundance. They’re already rich in mindset."
So what's the real difference between the rich and the poor?
The wealthy mindset is always learning, growing, and seeking solutions.
The poor mindset blames the government, the economy, or the elite - waiting for life to 'give' rather than taking initiative.
“When I say my daughter won’t marry a poor man, I’m not talking about money. I’m talking about mentality.
If a man knows how to build a future, even if he has nothing today - he is already wealthy.”- Bill Gates

He also shared a story:
A security guard at a bank once found a bag filled with money. Instead of keeping it, he returned it to management. Some called him foolish.
One year later, he got promoted. Three years later, he was leading the customer service division.
Ten years later, he became regional director. His annual bonuses now exceed what he found that day.
Wealth is a state of mind and character.
Money simply follows.

[Click HERE for the original story and HERE.]

Statistiek: 'n Bietjie perspektief op Tekkie Tonic se 330 000 e-besoeke

Die Toyota Stadion in Bloemfontein het plek vir 46 000 toeskouers. 'n Aardige klompie mense bymekaar om 'n rugbywedstryd te kyk. As Tekkie Tonic se 330 000 e-besoeke deur 46 000 gedeel word, dan beteken dit die stadion kan 7 keer volgepak word.

Of as daar in terme van sokkertoeskouers gedink word, dan is die Peter Mokaba Stadion in Polokwane (die ou Pietersburg) een van die gunstelingstadions, met 'n kapasiteit van 45 500. As die deelsom gemaak word, beteken dit dat Tekkie-Tonic se e-lesers daardie stadion ook 7 keer kan volpak.   

Dit laat 'n mens dink!! 

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

[Ek plaas hierdie ou artikel onder Blou Maandag-humor, omdat min mense hierdie statistiek sal glo - veral nie die mans nie!]

Welkom. - Goeie nuus is onlangs deur die Nasionale Verkeersveiligheidsraad bekend gemaak! Volgens die Raad is vroue beter bestuurders as mans en sterf meer manlike bestuurders as vroulike eweknieë jaarliks op ons paaie.

Volgens die NVVR is sowat 68% van die motorbestuurders in ons land mans, terwyl die oorblywende 32% vroue is. Wanneer daar egter na statistiek oor die sterftes en beserings gekyk word, is die koers baie hoër onder mans.

Gedurende 1983 was daar 4 073 973 gelisensieerde manlike bestuurders en 2 806 971 vroulike bestuurders. Sowat 1 974 mans is noodlottig beseer in motorongelukke terwyl 150 vroue gedood is. Van die mans is daar 27 897 beseer en slegs 4 925 vroulike bestuurders is beseer. Dit kom daarop neer dat 93% van alle bestuurders wat noodlottig beseer is, mans is. Slegs sewe persent van die bestuurders is vrouens.

VISTA is besig met 'n ondersoek onder ons plaaslike bestuurders, maar dit wil voorkom asof die skaal omgeswaai het onder die Godveldse bestuurders. Verdere inligting sal in die volgende uitgawe van VISTA gepubliseer word.     

[Bron: Vista 1980's]

Gedagte: Wonder hoe die situasie vandag daar uitsien.

A poem for the matrics

“If you think you are beaten, you are
If you think you dare not, you don't,
If you like to win, but you think you can't
It is almost certain you won't.

If you think you'll lose, you're lost
For out of the world we find,
Success begins with a fellow's will
It's all in the state of mind.

If you think you are outclassed, you are
You've got to think high to rise,
You've got to be sure of yourself before
You can ever win a prize.

Life's battles don't always go
To the stronger or faster man,
But soon or late the man who wins
Is the man WHO THINKS HE CAN!”

[Walter D. Wintle]

Dink hieroor: Verskoning vir mislukking

Ons het 40 miljoen redes vir mislukking, maar geen enkele verskoning nie.

Rudyard Kipling, Engelse skrywer (1865-1935) 

'n Geheime wapen vir goeie punte

Jy oefen vir sport - baie ure per week! 

Jy oefen vir koor - ten minste twee keer 'n week!

Jy gym gereeld - daagliks! 

Jy sorg gereeld vir jou maag - drie etes per dag!

Waarom sorg jy nie vir jou brein nie?

Hoekom berei jy jou nie voor vir jou eksamen nie?

Is jy een van die leerders wat staatmaak op jou klaskennis?

(Wees dan tevrede met die punte wat op jou rapport staan.)

Kry vir jou 'n mentor of 'n studiepêl wat bereid is om jou te help.

Gebruik hierdie week se klasse tot jou eksamenvoordeel.

Jou selfoon is binne jou bereik. Gebruik dit ten goede. 

* YouTube
* Ou vraestelle
Die geheime wapen: Jou wil en passie om te werk en te presteer!

Soccer Results 2025

We are extremely proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our soccer teams in the 2025 league season!

You have made our school proud!

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* Ondervinding is iets wat jy eers kry nadat jy dit nodig gehad het.

* Die mens is op aarde geplaas om ‘n sekere hoeveelheid werk te doen. Op die oomblik is ek so ver agter, ek sal nooit doodgaan nie.

* Ons kan nie almal helde wees nie, iemand moet langs die pad staan en hande klap.

* Ek glo dat as iets die moeite werd was om te doen, dan sou iemand anders dit lankal gedoen het.

* Jy mag nooit meer as jou yskas weeg nie.

* As jy vir jouself kan lag, het jy altyd iets om oor te lag.

Poem: To My Dearest Teacher

Many times I thought

you were wrong.

So many times I did not agree.

You open my eyes to see

that being wrong isn't bad.

In fact it is damn okay.

You taught me

not to be afraid

of feeling like I'm stupid,

because

I took an erroneous turn.

Thanks to you

I know no failure.

I just know how to learn.

[Sinazo] 

Sending warm wishes on this Teachers' Day!

World Teachers' Day is celebrated as a global tribute to the dedicated educators who shape the future of our societies and to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of teachers who inspire, educate and empower students of all ages. Teachers play a vital role in nurturing knowledge, critical thinking and character development, making them the cornerstone of education systems worldwide. 

Bursaries 2026: QUESTIONS THE CANDIDATE SHOULD ASK DURING THE BURSARY INTERVIEW

* What does your organisation aim to achieve by offering this bursary?

* What are some additional programmes that your organisation support to reach its goals?
* How can I get involved in these additional programmes?
* What are the characteristics you are looking for in the perfect candidate?
* Does the bursary provide any other academic resources?
* Does your organisation sponsor programmes that allow applicants to connect with alumni or offer potential job placements?
* Does the organisation provide resources or opportunities once the applicant has graduated?

Ensure that you do the research on the organisation or institution before the interview as some of these answers could be available on their company website!!

Click  HERE  for all the information!

Holidays: Time to relax or revise?

 

Statistiek: Dankie, Tekkie Tonic e-lesers, vir julle gereelde besoeke!

Congratulations, Mr. Daan Olivier

HTS Welkom would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Daan Olivier on his appointment as Circuit Manager of Circuit 2.

Mr. Olivier, your exceptional leadership, dedication, and unwavering integrity have left a lasting impact on the education community. Your legacy of service, as well as your ability to guide and inspire those around you, continue to set a powerful example for all.

We are proud to count you as part of our history and community, and we believe that in this new role you will keep bringing vision, strength, and inspiration to those you serve.

HTS Welkom wishes you every blessing and success in this chapter. You are a true embodiment of leadership and a role model for the future.

We want to congratulate our talented Blessing Lebuso

He represented HTS Welkom at the Provincial Skills Competition in Bloemfontein.
Blessing placed FIRST in the Electronics division.
A big well done on your hard work and dedication – and best of luck as you take on and represent the school at the National round!
We know you will make us proud again!

Victory for our U19 Soccer Boys!

We are proud to announce that our U19 Soccer Boys have been crowned Welkom Central League Champions!
Under the leadership of Lwazi Mbangela, the team showed true determination, discipline and teamwork throughout the season.
A special shout-out to our top goal scorer, Lerato "Lax" Mokhele, for his incredible performance and finishing skills in front of goal.
Well done, boys - you have made your school proud!

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* Leerder aan haarkapper: "Wat kos 'n haarsny?"

"R120,00"

"En om my te skeer?"

Die haarkapper kyk na die seun se stoppeltjies en besluit dis regtig nie eens die moeite werd om R10,00 te vra nie, maar vir sy tyd sal hy die prys so bietjie lig." 

Haarkapper: "R25,00"

Leerder: "Skeer dan my kop, asseblief!!"

* Sarkastiese suinige klant in bekende restaurant: "Kelner! Ek kan nie al die vlieë hier binne verdra nie!"

Kelner onverstoord: "Seker, Meneer! Sê net vir my watter vlieë jy nie van hou nie en ek sal hulle verwyder."

* Besige Will se pa word uit die die hospitaal ontslaan.

Ma: "Will, jy moet nou soet wees en baie stil. Die dokter het jou pa se blindederm verwyder en hy het baie pyn."

Will: "Het pa dit ook op huurkoop gekoop?"

* Drie Goudvelders besluit om hulle vakansie sinvol te gebruik en skryf in vir 'n diepseeduikkursus in Durban. Opgewonde maak hulle gereed vir hul eerste sprong. Een van die ouens vra toe: "Wat moet ons doen om die eksamen te slaag?"

Die instrukteur se antwoord: "Kom terug."

Statistiek: Dankie vir 328 000 e-besoeke!

Happy Heritage Day!

Today we celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories that make our nation unique. 🇿🇦 Heritage Day reminds us that every language, story, dance, song, and meal forms part of the beautiful tapestry of South Africa.

At HTS Welkom, we are proud to embrace and honour this diversity. Together, we learn from one another, respect each other’s differences, and celebrate the values that unite us.

Let us continue building a future rooted in respect, unity, and pride in our heritage.

Bursaries 2026: What should you include in your CV?

No employer or recruitment agency is fond of ten page CVs. Your CV should always be concise, to the point, and cover these following aspects:

* Personal information

* A professional headshot photo

* Educational background

* Career history

* Volunteer work

* Your hobbies and personal interests

* Career goals

* Positions and responsibilities you held

* Prizes you won and various awards

* References

Click  HERE  for all the information!

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* Student: "Prof, hoe lank kan 'n mens sonder 'n brein loop?"

Prof.: "Ek weet nie. Hoe oud is jy?"

* Koshuismoeder aan student: "Hoekom eet jy nie jou sop nie?"

Senior student: "My tande is te stomp!"

* Daar word vertel dat 'n sekere professor gedurende die tagtigs aan sy klas meegedeel het dat dit 'n feit is dat voëls net tot twee kan tel.

'n Student, wat 'n goeie indruk op die professor wil maak en begerig is om die punt verder toe te lig, roep uit: "Ja, Professor, ek weet vir 'n feit dat bobbejane nie verder as drie kan tel nie!"

Die erns van die lesing is verbreek deur 'n klas wat uitbundig lag, en die prof. besluit om die klas se aandag terug na die lesing te skok.  

Prof: "Ek wil u vra om nie u stamboom by u studies te betrek nie."

We want to wish our talented learners good luck.

The following learners are representing HTS Welkom at the Provincial Skills Competition taking place in Bloemfontein from 17-20 September.

A big well done on your hard work and dedication - and best of luck as you take on this round!
We know you will make us proud!