All schools to open in WC on Wednesday, following Cape Storm
All schools in the Western Cape will operate as per normal from Wednesday. This was confirmed by the Western Cape Education Department.
Schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg education districts were closed on Monday and Tuesday, due to the inclement weather experienced
in the province.
‘’There may be schools that request closure due to severe
infrastructure damage or inaccessibility. This will be considered by the Department
on a case-by-case basis through the normal procedures for requesting school
closure. Schools with the necessary permission to close will communicate
directly with parents,’’ said David Maynier, Western Cape Education MEC.
COURTESY: X - @DavidMaynierMaynier says the bad weather has caused damage to more than
100 schools.
‘’We have already received reports of damage at 144 schools,
ranging from minor issues such as leaks and fallen trees, to serious damage
like missing roof panels. Our contractors are assessing damages and have
already started with repairs at some of the schools.’’
‘’We thank all of our officials, principals, teachers and
parents for their response to the stormy weather, and for the support they
continue to provide to our learners in the Western Cape,’’ he added.
Done By: Mitchum George
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