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The North West Department of Education has announced the hosting of its annual provincial schools’ athletics championships, set to take place over three days at the Potchefstroom Sports Stadium.
The event schedule is as follows:
Day 1: Learners with Special Education Needs Championships
- Date: Thursday, 07-09th March 2024
- Time: 09:00
- Venue: Potchefstroom Sports Stadium
Day 2: Primary Schools Championships
- Date: Friday, 08 March 2024
- Time: 09:00
- Venue: Potchefstroom Sports Stadium
Day 3: High Schools Championships
- Date: To be announced
- Time: 09:00
- Venue: Potchefstroom Sports Stadium
These championships serve as a platform for identifying and nurturing athletic talent among students across various educational backgrounds. The goal is to select a formidable North West team to represent the province at the national competitions. The primary school category winners will advance to the national stage in Limpopo, while the secondary school category winners will compete in the Western Cape.
This initiative underscores the department’s commitment to promoting sports and physical activity as integral components of holistic education. By providing opportunities for students with special needs to participate alongside their peers, the championships embody principles of inclusivity and equality.
The Department of Education encourages participation from schools across the province, fostering a spirit of healthy competition and camaraderie among students. These championships not only showcase athletic prowess but also instill values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship among the youth.
As the event approaches, excitement is palpable among students, teachers, and communities alike, as they eagerly anticipate witnessing the talents and achievements of young athletes from the North West province.
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