Excitement filled the air in Mosu village as Mosu Primary School honored its top students. The school hosted the 2024 Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE) Top Achievers Award Ceremony. The event celebrated the hard work and dedication of the students who performed exceptionally well.
Mr. Tidimalo Tito, Senior Mining Manager at Debswana’s Orapa, Letlhakane & Damtshaa Mines (OLDM), attended the ceremony. He delivered an inspiring speech about the role of motivation in academic success.
“When students are motivated, they are more likely to put in the effort required to achieve their goals,” he said. His words encouraged students and parents, highlighting the importance of support and dedication.
In a bid to improve education, OLDM partnered with Orange Botswana to donate a Digital School Kit and boarding kits in 2024.
The Digital School Kit included tablets, e-books, and internet access to enhance learning. This initiative aimed to give students better educational resources and improve their academic experience.
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Financial Incentives Encourage Excellence
Learner Officials also contributed to student motivation by offering P1,000 to each student who scored a grade A. This financial incentive pushed students to strive for higher grades. As a result, nine students achieved grade A. The overall school pass rate improved to 64.8%, a significant increase from 57.7% in 2023.
Mr. Isaiah Lekang, representing the Learner Officials, spoke about the role of parents in education. He urged them to stay engaged in their children’s academic journey. He emphasized that parental involvement plays a key role in student success.
The event did more than recognize top students. It showed how community support and motivation improve academic performance. The partnership between OLDM, Orange Botswana, and Learner Officials demonstrated a successful approach. Their collaboration serves as an example for other schools in the country.
This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. It aims to ensure that all children receive a good education and lifelong learning opportunities. The success of Mosu Primary School proves that motivation, support, and community efforts lead to better academic performance. More schools can follow this model to help students achieve their goals.