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The Spelling Bee event, proudly hosted by the Department of Education in collaboration with partners and supporters, brought together learners, educators, and families under the banner: Together We Made it Happen. ![PHOTO-2025-09-16-06-40-43 2](https://www.pmdg.org.za/hs-fs/hubfs/PHOTO-2025-09-16-06-40-43%202.jpg?width=264&height=198&name=PHOTO-2025-09-16-06-40-43%202.jpg) ![PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-07-10 2](https://www.pmdg.org.za/hs-fs/hubfs/PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-07-10%202.jpg?width=264&height=198&name=PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-07-10%202.jpg)![PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-10-48 2](https://www.pmdg.org.za/hs-fs/hubfs/PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-10-48%202.jpg?width=233&height=311&name=PHOTO-2025-09-15-20-10-48%202.jpg) To all the amazing participants – you have already achieved something remarkable by stepping up to challenge yourselves. Your courage, determination, and commitment to learning are accomplishments worth celebrating. Whether or not you walked away with a prize, you have set an example of resilience and curiosity. We extend our sincere appreciation to the Department of Education for their unwavering support in advancing literacy and empowering learners. This event was more than just a competition, it was a platform for building confidence, showcasing talent, and nurturing a love for learning. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our donors and supporters – Tlokweng Community Library, Twiga Consulting, Mr. Patrick Thwane, Mr. Zakhe Sithole, and Boston College – for their generosity. Your contributions turned this vision into reality and opened pathways to a brighter future for our children. We also acknowledge our motivational speaker, whose ability to inspire and connect left a lasting impression on all present. Your words reminded us of the power of belief and perseverance. The highlight of the day was the outstanding performance of our learners. Congratulations to the winners: - Morale High Debate Team – Winners of the Debate Challenge - Refentse Phinete – Grade 9 Spelling Bee Winner - Gontse Mokgadi – Grade 8 Spelling Bee Winner All winners for spelling bee segment, hail from Reipuseng Senior Secondary School, a proud testament to the school’s commitment to nurturing excellence. To every participant, organizer, supporter, and donor, thank you. This was a collective effort, and indeed, together we made it happen. 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