Bursaries 2026: IITPSA Bursary Programme for 2026

The Institute of Information Technology (IITPSA) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Bursary Programme for 2026.

The closing date for applications is the 30th September 2025!!

Click  HERE  for all the information!

New Bank Details

Poem: A Youth Day poem

The June 16th dawn, a somber hue,
Young hearts ablaze, a fearless view.
A march of hope, a vibrant call,
For freedom's dawn, standing tall.

Through streets of strife, they bravely trod,
Their voices raised, a faith in God.
A nation's dreams, a burning fire,
Fueled by their courage, reaching higher.

Though bullets flew, a chilling sound,
Their spirit soared, on hallowed ground.
A legacy forged, in blood and tears,
A lesson learned, through passing years.

Today we stand, in unity's embrace,
Inspired by them, with hopeful grace.
To build a future, strong and free,
For generations yet to be.

[Internet]

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

Die eerste dag van die tweede kwartaal word die polisie na die laerskool ontbied. Die probleem - vandalisme gedurende die vakansie. Terwyl die ondersoekbeampte besig is, word hy onderbreek deur 'n dogtertjie van omtrent ses jaar oud. Lerato bekyk hom van kop tot tone en vra dan: "Is jy 'n polisieman?"

"Ja," antwoord die man in blou en hou aan om sy verslag te skryf.

"My ma sê dat as ek ooit hulp nodig het, moet ek net die polisie vra. Is dit waar?"

"Ja, dis waar," sê die polisieman.

"Wel," sê Lerato terwyl sy haar voet na die polisieman uitsteek, "sal jy asseblief my veters vasmaak?"

ooOOoo

Ek en my vyfjarige dogtertjie is op pad na haar kleuterskool. Ek druk per ongeluk die toeter. Ann draai na my toe en wag vir 'n verduideliking. Ek sê toe: "Ek het dit per ongeluk gedoen."

Ann se reaksie: "Ek weet dit, Pappa."

"Hoe weet jy dit?" vra ek.

Sy sê: "Want jy het nie na die tyd gesê 'Jou STOMMERIK' nie."

Welcome, Mr Ngcame!

We are proud to welcome Mr T Ngcame as Head of Department: Physical Sciences & Technical Sciences.

We look forward to the expertise and passion he brings to HTS Welkom.

In Loving Memory ...

It is with deep sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our learners on Monday, 10 June 2025.

He was a friendly, well-mannered young man who brought warmth and kindness to those around him. His gentle spirit and positive presence touched the hearts of many, and he will be remembered fondly by his teachers, classmates, and friends.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. The HTS staff and community mourn with them and offer our deepest condolences.

May his memory live on in our hearts.

Bursaries 2026: How to write a Bursary Motivational Letter

Top tips for writing a Bursary Motivational Letter

* Be genuine when describing your financial need

* Be sure to include both the institution and course you are in
* Describe the goals you have (educational and future career prospects)
* Make the letter personal and not generic
* Ensure the recipient that you will meet all the requirements of the programme
* Use language that is professional and polite
* Be sure to include your necessary academic results and documents
* Enclose both the application form and its supporting documents
* Keep a formal tone with all your content
* Be precise

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Support our own kickboxing champion!

Make sure to tune into the

Golden Drive tomorrow

to hear about

Brandon's Kickboxing journey.

Think about it ... The rewards are far greater

I believe that when you can put other peoples needs ahead of yours, you have arrived to be able to do something special. No matter what you apply it to. When you are able to give and expect nothing in return, the rewards are far greater. 

[John Stephens]

Bursaries 2026: Santam Bursary Programme for 2026

Santam invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Bursary Programme for 2026.

The closing date for applications is the 30th September 2025!!

Click  HERE  for all the information!

Statistiek: Dankie vir 291 000 e-besoeke!

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* 'n Besige klas gee die juffrou nie kans om hulle te leer tel nie. Kosie is besonder aktief. 

"Kosie, wat sal jy eendag doen as jy groot is, maar nog net tot tien kan tel?" raas die juffrou.

"'n Boksskeidsregter, Juffrou," sê Kosie.

 

* "Jarred, vertaal vir my in Engels: 'Ek mors papier.'"

Jarred: "I write exams."

* Pa: "Weet jy, John, toe George Washington so oud soos jy was, het hy eerste in sy klas gestaan."

John: "Ja, maar toe hy so oud soos Pa was, was hy president van Amerika."

Rugby: A well-deserved achievement

We are incredibly proud to announce that Teboho Ntjana has been selected for the U/16 Sandveld Rugby Team!

This is a well-deserved achievement and an exciting step forward in your rugby journey. 

Keep pushing, keep growing — the best is yet to come!

Head of Department: GET & EGD and Mathematics

We are proud to announce the promotion of Mr Van den Berg to Head of Department: GET & EGD.

As a valued member of our school community, we know he will continue to inspire excellence in his new role. Well done!

We are proud to announce the promotion of Mr Dajee to Head of Department: Mathematics.

As a dedicated and respected member of our school community, we know he will continue to make a meaningful impact in his new role. Well done!

Youth Day: Scrabble Tournament

Date: 16 June 2025

Place: HTS Welkom

Time: 10:00-14:00

Information: Mrs Rodgers

Closing date: 7 June 2025 

A triple Junior SA Millenium Champion

We would like to congratulate Brandon Kelly on his tournament results from this past weekend.
He represented HTS with pride and performed really well!
Gold - Bo fighting
Bronze - 2nd Series
Gold - Semi Contact Sport Boxing
Gold - Millennium (*Title fight* Brandon won to become a triple Jnr SA Millenium Champion)
Tournament *All Out War* in Potchefstrooms also served as Free State Trials.
Well done Brandon. We are very proud of you!

[Click also HERE, HERE and HERE!]

Youth Day: Scrabble Tournament

 Date: 16 June 2025

Place: HTS Welkom

Time: 10:00-14:00

Information: Mrs Rodgers

Closing date: 7 June 2025

Think about it: Treat a person as he is ...

Treat a person as he is, and he will remain as he is. Treat him as he could be, and he will become what he should be.

[Jimmy Johnson]

Statistiek: Dankie vir 288 000 Tekkie Tonic e-besoeke!

Sterkte met die eksamen, Tekkies!!

Aan al die leerders, maar veral vir die matrieks, die tyd het aangebreek om te wys waarvoor julle so hard gewerk het! Matrieks, onthou, hierdie is julle derde laaste eksamen. Meet en weeg jouself ten opsigte van die einde van die jaar! 

Onthou altyd::
* Jy is tot baie meer in staat as wat jy dink.

* Glo in jouself en in God.
* Harde werk en deursettingsvermoë maak ’n groot verskil.
* ’n Eksamen meet nie jou waarde nie - dit is net ’n kans om jou kennis te wys.

Geniet jou eksamen!

Bursaries 2026: Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme for 2026

Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme invites South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme for 2026 academic year.

Bursary Application closing date: 6 June 2025

Click  HERE  for all the information.

Welcome Mr Thuto Victor Masulubele

We are proud to announce and warmly welcome our newly appointed Deputy Principal, Mr Thuto Victor Masulubele.

Mr Masulubele is a former Mathematics Subject Advisor and specialist from Moteo District in the Free State.

As he steps into this new leadership role, we wish him all the very best on this exciting journey with us. May this chapter be filled with growth, inspiration, and continued success. 

We look forward to working alongside him as we shape bright futures together!

Poem: Look To This Day

Look to this day
For it is life, the very life of life.
In its brief course
Lie all the verities and realities of your existence.
The bliss of growth,
The glory of action,
The splendour of achievement
Are but experiences of time.

For yesterday is but a dream
And tomorrow is only a vision;
And today well-lived, makes
Yesterday a dream of happiness
And every tomorrow a vision of hope.
Look well therefore to this day;
Such is the salutation to the ever-new dawn!

[Kalidasa stands as a towering figure in Classical Indian Literature]

Grade 12 Examination Preparation - guides for teachers and learners

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Statistiek: 284 000 Tekkie Tonic e-besoeke!

HTS Welkom supports the Reach for a Dream Foundation

Slipper Day - 30 May 2025

On Friday, 30 May 2025, HTS Welkom learners and staff proudly wore slippers and pajamas in support of the Reach for a Dream Foundation. This fun and meaningful initiative allowed us to stand in solidarity with children fighting life-threatening illnesses - children who still dare to dream despite their daily battles.

All contributions collected on the day were donated to the foundation to help make more dreams come true.

Thank you to every learner and staff member who took part and donated. Together, we are helping to bring hope and joy where it’s needed most.

Think about it ... Winning is a byproduct of hard work

“It’s sad that our society is teaching athletes to be passionate about the win and NOT the sport! Winning is a byproduct of hard work and hard work is a byproduct of LOVING the sport. 

I always tell my parents we are NOT chasing plastic trophies and banners, we are building character, team and love of the sport - wins will naturally come when those things are present. During the losses athletes learn, if allowed and are not beaten down, how to be better at the game and better, strong athletes overall.”

 
[Thank you Coach Davenport]

Bursaries 2026: Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme for 2026

 
Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme invites South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme for 2026 academic year.

Bursary Application closing date: 6 June 2025

Click  HERE  for all the information.

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* "Wat is sewe plus sewe, Jannie?"  

"Twintig, Juffrou!"

"Verkeerd!"

"Sê vir my wat is sewe plus sewe, James?"

"Woensdag, Juffrou!"

"Verkeerd, James!"

"Wat sou jy sê wat is die antwoord, Johan?"

"Dis veertien, Juffrou!"

"Reg en hoe het jy op die antwoord gekom?"

"Maklik, Juffrou, ek het net Woensdag van twintig afgetrek."

* "Sarah, wie het die Fillistyne verslaan?" vra die juffrou.

"Ek weet nie, Juffrou, ek stel nie in krieket belang nie."

* George: "Wat sal Pa doen as ek vir Pa sê dat ek 100% vir my wiskundetoets gekry het?"

Pa: "Ek sal 'n hartaanval kry!"

George: "Dan is dit vandag Pa se gelukkige dag!"

Kom loer gerus by Tekkies se FB in

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Bursaries 2026: Use this opportunities!!

* The Institute of Information Technology (IITPSA) 

Click  HERE

 

* Santam

Click  HERE

* Toyota SA Motors

Click  HERE

* The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform

and Rural Development (DALRRD)

Click  HERE

* Standard Bank

Click  HERE

* Investec

Click  HERE

* StudyTrust

Click  HERE

The closing date for applications is the 30th September 2025!!

Think about it ... Evening

G.K. Chesterton once penned a beautiful poem titled “Evening.”

These simple five lines that constitute this poem have inspired others to write much more:

Here ends another day
During which I have had eyes, ears, hands
And the great world round me;
Tomorrow begins another day.
Why am I allowed two?

Grade 12 Examination Preparation - guides for teachers and learners

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Bursaries 2026: Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme for 2026

 

Motsepe Foundation Bursary Programme invites South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme for 2026 academic year.

Bursary Application closing date: 6 June 2025

Click  HERE  for all the information.

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* Jerry: "Soos jy weet, het ek my betrekking laat vaar en gedigte begin skryf."

Albert: "En het jy al iets verkoop?"

Jerry: "Ja, my armhorlosie, my aandpak en my tablet."

* 'n Entoesiastiese laerskoolleerder was besig om sy mondeling voor die klas voor te dra oor lugvaart.

"Ons moderne vlieëniers kan enige iets beter doen as 'n voël, en nog meer ook," kondig hy met trots aan.

Van die hoek van die klaskamer, sê 'n ander seun saggies: "Ek wil hom 'n eier sien lê." 

* Ouma Hettie: "Dit is 'n komeet."

Lynette: "'n Wat?"

Ouma Hettie: "'n Komeet, Lynette. Weet jy nie wat is 'n komeet nie?"

Lynette: "Nee, Ouma."

Ouma Hettie: "Weet jy nie wat noem hulle 'n ster met 'n stert nie?"

Lynette: "Natuurlik! Mickey Mouse."

* Pa: "Kyk net na al die rekeninge. Alles gaan net op en op, ek sal bly wees as ek weer iets kan sien wat afgaan."

Seun: "Hier is my rapport, Pa."

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LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* 'n Genooide motiveringspreker praat met een van die matrieks uit die gehoor nadat hy byna twee uur agter die mikrofoon was.

"Hoe het my my toespraak gevind?" wil hy weet.

"Werklik verfrissend," antwoord die matrikulant.

"Werklik?" vra die spreker opgewonde.

"Sonder twyfel," antwoord die leerder. "Ek het soos 'n nuwe mens gevoel nadat ek wakker geword het."

* Sommige maande van die jaar het 31 dae. 

Ander het 30. 

Hoeveel het 28? 

Een.

Verkeerd.

Almal.

* In een van die Welkomse hoërskole is daar by 'n leerder in graad 11 'n mate van verwarring oor wat nou eintlik met die spesifieke vraag in 'n Biologie-vraestel bedoel is.

Die vraag was: Noem 'n voorbeeld van 'n vlieënde soogdier.

En die antwoord wat die onderwyseres ontvang het: 'n Lugwaardin. 

 

LOL: Blou Maandag-humor ...

* 'n Applikant vir 'n lening by die finansieringsmaatskappy moes soveel vorms invul en vrae beantwoord dat toe hy klaar was daarmee kon hy nie eers onthou waarvoor hy die geld wou leen nie. 

* Twee graad 10's is ernstige besig om van mekaar in die automotive-werkswinkel te verskil. 

Stelling: 'n Mazda is beter as 'n Rolls Royce.

Die bewys: Niks is beter as 'n Rolls Royce nie, maar 'n Mazda is beter as niks.

* Mike jr. neem aan die ATKV se spelkompetisie deel. Die vraesteller begin met 'n maklike vraag om die leerders op hulle gemak te stel. 

"Spel die woord verf."

Mike jr. dink so 'n oombliktoe vra hy: "Watter kleur?"

* Hierdie volgende situasie het hom afgespeel voor die tyd van Google.

Deo se seuntjie kom huis toe met 'n baie swak rapport. Baie ontevrede eis sy pa 'n verduideling.

"Dis omdat ek nie 'n ensiklopedie het nie, dat ek so swak vaar," verduidelik die seuntjie.

"Dit sal die dag wees!"roep Deo vies uit.

"Jy kan skool toe loop net soos al die ander kinders." 

Workers Day

The saying "choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life" emphasizes the importance of finding work that aligns with one's passions, making it feel more like a fulfilling activity than a chore!!

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