The Gauteng education department says it is conducting an investigation into the death of a Grade 7 learner who allegedly died at the hands of bullies.
“The department of education confirms the investigation of circumstances surrounding the death of a grade 7 learner at Noorderlig High School‚” department spokesperson Steve Mabona said on Thursday.
“We will report on the outcome of the said investigation after completion thereof. We sincerely convey our deepest condolences to the family; we have offered counselling to learners‚ educators and family.”
The 13-year-old boy died on Tuesday after suffering injuries allegedly related to bullying at Noorderlig Gekombineerde High School.
According to media reports‚ the boy and his brother were previously repeatedly bullied at the school.
In an interview with Radio 702 on Thursday‚ basic education director-general Mathanzima Mweli said violence at schools was a reflection of society.
“Children are a microcosm of civil society. They reflect the values we aspire to and developments in civil society.”
-TimesLIVE
Source: TMG Digital.
Gauteng education department to investigate alleged bullying of a Grade 7 learner
“The department of education confirms the investigation of circumstances surrounding the death of a grade 7 learner at Noorderlig High School‚” department spokesperson Steve Mabona said on Thursday.
“We will report on the outcome of the said investigation after completion thereof. We sincerely convey our deepest condolences to the family; we have offered counselling to learners‚ educators and family.”
The 13-year-old boy died on Tuesday after suffering injuries allegedly related to bullying at Noorderlig Gekombineerde High School.
According to media reports‚ the boy and his brother were previously repeatedly bullied at the school.
In an interview with Radio 702 on Thursday‚ basic education director-general Mathanzima Mweli said violence at schools was a reflection of society.
“Children are a microcosm of civil society. They reflect the values we aspire to and developments in civil society.”
-TimesLIVE
Source: TMG Digital.
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