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Learnership Report
REPORT
The learnership program has continued to grow and develop this year with a few new additions to the Wynberg Family. This year we welcomed Jesse Kensley, Jodi Louis and Amy-Leigh John, who integrated into our school so well that it feels like they have been with us forever. Holly Hawthorn joined the art department and has been teaching art to the Grade 1 and 2 classes. Gary Magerman and Camryn Gouveia qualify at the end of the year and will be leaving us to be first-year teachers. We wish them all the best and feel confident that they will make the best teachers.
What the learnership program has meant to the learnership staff this year:
I am now nearing the end of my time as a learnership teacher at Wynberg Boys’ Junior School. This marks the final stretch of my time here.
Since I have started here I have noticed the impact that the pandemic has had. Things have taken a backstep in each of our lives, including that of this incredible institution. However, here at WBJS our motto is “Supera Moras.” With the continued support of the Wynberg community; the staff, learners and parents, every challenge faced was taken head-on to which every difficulty has been overcome!
With that said, this “Supera Moras” spirit is what I leave with and take with me in my career moving forward. Gary Magerman
I have been a part of Wynberg Boys’ Junior School for two years now and have grown so much in this time. I have been given great opportunities and allowed myself to explore within Wynberg. The Wynberg community is loving and caring and WBJS really makes you feel a part of a family. My responsibilities have grown a lot this year and I look forward to seeing what WBJS has to offer in the future. Tayla Jade Cronje
The Learnership opportunity at Wynberg Boys’ Junior School allowed me to gain practical knowledge in the educational space. This practical hands-on experience coupled with theoretical course work allows young student teachers to receive invaluable experience while studying. The Journey at Wynberg is both educational and fun. Trips to Grey, and other sporting and cultural events allows educators to form bonds with students outside the classroom. This is what makes a school like Wynberg very special. I would encourage anyone who is thinking of teaching to consider a learnership role at a school while studying. Jesse Kensley
WORK ALLOWS YOUNG STUDENT TEACHERS
TO RECEIVE INVALUABLE EXPERIENCE
WHILE STUDYING.”
I started my learnership at Wynberg Boys’ Junior School in July 2018. Looking back over the past four and a half years I have learnt everything I know about teaching from the fantastic teachers that have mentored me. I have grown tremendously both professionally as well as personally and formed relationships that will always be cherished. I have also really enjoyed all the opportunities that I’ve been given to get involved in the different sporting codes. I feel so confident going into being a first year teacher. Camryn Gouveia
This was my first year at Wynberg Boys’ Junior School. Overall my experience at Wynberg thus far has been nothing but positive.
Wynberg offers us as learnerships great opportunities to learn as well as better ourselves as individuals and as future educators.
The spirit and culture throughout Wynberg has been something I have enjoyed most. This is evident not only on the sports fields but in the classrooms and on the playgrounds too.
I am excited to continue this journey next year with Wynberg in my final year of studies and gain more experience. Amy-Leigh John
By participating in the learnership program at Wynberg Boys’ Junior School, I have gained firsthand knowledge of the teaching profession. As a result, it has strengthened my desire to become an educator as well as deepened my love for working with children. In addition to teaching me valuable skills, Wynberg has contributed to my personal growth. As well as providing me with such a nurturing environment, I am grateful for the mentors who have guided me throughout the year. There is no doubt that the learners have touched my heart and I hope that I have somehow had an impact on their lives in the same way that they have had on mine. In the course of achieving my dream of becoming an educator, this year has been a memorable experience that I will treasure forever. Jodi Louis
After two terms at Wynberg Girls’ Junior School, to say that the boys were a big change would be an understatement. However, getting to know these wild, creative and hilarious little boys has been an absolute pleasure. Working at Wynberg Boys’ School has been such an incredible opportunity, and one which I certainly will never forget. Holly Hawthorne
BACK ROW: Miss AL John, Mr J Kensley, Miss J Louis FRONT ROW: Mr G Magerman, Mrs C Gouveia, Miss T Cronje
