Matric pupils urged to ‘rage’ responsibly
AS MOST National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidates finished their final exams yesterday, a word of caution was issued to those who participate in “matric rage parties”.
Mthandeni Dlungwana, KwaZulu-Natal’s MEC for Education, said as most candidates finished their last papers – English home language and English first additional language, paper three – yesterday, they should exercise moderation when partying.
“As the NSC exams draw to a close, we urge our pupils not to destroy their uniforms, but to donate them to schools for use by other pupils who are in need of such. We also urge them to celebrate responsibly and not participate in what they call Pens Down or Rage Concerts. They should also not indulge in drug and alcohol abuse,” he said.
Dlungwana thanked the pupils, teachers and parents for conducting themselves in a “responsible and credible manner”.
“Throughout (this period), the department had no issues that could compromise the credibility of exams.”
Western Cape MEC for Education Debbie Schäfer also cautioned matric pupils to use registered car and public transport services that would be available when travelling between venues if they were under the influence of alcohol.
“Always make sure there is a responsible driver that is not under the influence of alcohol or substances that affect their ability to drive. Obey the rules of the road, avoid distractions while driving, avoid late night driving or driving when you are tired, and ensure passengers are always buckled up,” Schäfer said.
The matric exams officially end tomorrow, when some pupils write Agriculture Management Practices and Design.
Marking starts on December 3.