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Learner's Corner :
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A CHILD IS THE GREATEST GIFT
"A child is the greatest gift that our lives can bestow
She brings the most exquisite joy that we will ever know
Some days deliver happiness for more than we can touch
We need the help of all our friends to comprehend how much we care
And so we thank you for the gifts
Both those you brought and that celebrate this rich, full life and its rising star”
.Lungile Buhale
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Our details :
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Physical Address:
1440 Cnr. of Mtipa Street & Mncube Dr. , Dube Village - Soweto
1800
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2118
Cresta, Gauteng
South Africa
Phone / Fax:
Tel: +27 (11) 982-2036
Fax: +27 (86) 556-8724
Virtual Address:
Web site: www.tebohotrust.org.za
E-mail: info@tebohotrust.org.za
Partner with us – Make a Donation:
Our banking details are:
Name of Account: Teboho Trust
Bank: Nedbank
Account Number: 1970 841 737
Branch Code: 197 005
For Electronic Wire Transfers:
Swift Code: NEDSZAJJ
Bank- Physical Address:
Rivonia Rd , Sandton City
Upper Level Banking Mall
South Africa
Bank – Mailing Address:
PO Box 78042 , Sandton 2146
South Africa
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Feedback
GREGORY WHITTAKER
My name is Gregory Whittaker. I am an actuary by profession and inter alias a Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa and a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries in the United States. I also hold a Bachelor of Economic Science degree from the University of the Witwatersrand.
Since the beginning of 2009 I have been a volunteer at Teboho Trust’s Saturday School Academy and have in the main tutored Mathematics and English to high school students. Since my involvement with the Teboho Trust Saturday School Academy we have been using the premises of the Phefeni Secondary School in Vilikazi Street in Soweto.
I am happy to give of my time freely for the simple reason that I believe in uplifting communities through education. The approximately 350 children that attend the Teboho Trust Saturday School Academy are well-mannered, grateful, disciplined and respectful. This is as a result of the values instilled in them by the founder and director of the Teboho Trust, namely Mr Jose Bright. Jose’s commitment, compassion and dedication towards each child is relentless. He has created a sustainable community model that can be used throughout South Africa.
Whilst the school that the children have been using to date is in a total state of disrepair and the toilet facilities are a disgrace; they always clean up after themselves and appreciate the fact that they have had a place to learn. Not once have I seen a Teboho Trust child littering or vandalizing the school.
It would be a sad indictment on South Africa should the Teboho Trust not find a new home, especially in light of the circumstances surrounding their eviction from the Phefeni Secondary School.
Without hesitation I would recommend that the appropriate authorities favorably consider relocating the Teboho Trust to a safe, learner-friendly environment so that the excellent work of the Trust may continue.
Yours sincerely
Gregory A. Whittaker
LEE PATTON
I am disheartened to hear about the recent event by the school's new board. I have been aware of the many activities of the Teboho Trust for many years. Even before your organization was formalized, you have been championing a holistic approach to advancing the education and enriching the lives of so many young people in the Soweto community. The impact of your efforts have extended far beyond the geographic boundaries of Soweto and South Africa. Your efforts have been truly inspirational worldwide. I sincerely hope that the decision makers will realize that short term expediency and the long term impact of the selfless efforts on Teboho Trust.
Sincerely,
Lee Patton
RENEE SELFE
Five years ago one of our employees passed away, leaving behind a 3-member child-headed household. Although we tried to assist the children, it was difficult for us to make a meaningful difference because of practical issues like limited time, cultural and language barriers and transport problems. Despite all our efforts to counsel and advise, when the oldest child came of age, he dropped out of school, took his meagre inheritance and squandered it within two months.His future prospects are very bleak, he is unemployed, he takes drugs, he keeps bad company and we suspect he may be involved with crime.
Although we tried to assist, we feel that we failed this youngster and, after hearing about Teboho Trust, we approached Jose to take the two younger siblings under his wing. The middle child, a girl, now regards Teboho Trust as her family. Despite setbacks she continues to work hard and is persevering at her studies. We are confident that she will pass her matric and continue with some form of tertiary education. The Teboho Trust Saturday School has helped tremendously. Amongst other things this girl was battling with Xhosa, her first language, because without the mother there, the children stopped speaking traditional Xhosa and adopted "township lingo". Teboho Trust assisted with lessons and text books.
The youngest child, a ten year old boy, is also a challenge as he has grown up without discipline or social skills. He likes to spend his time playing in the street and is too immature to realise the benefit of education. We fear that without some form of intervention, he will follow in the footsteps of his older brother, and we have again approached Teboho Trust for assistance. They provide the things that money can't buy - a caring family environment that gives the children a sense of belonging, assistance with practical, everyday problems, as well as the vital educational and social skills needed for success in adult life. Without the assistance of Teboho Trust, this entire family would have become yet another statistic of the South African AIDS epidemic. We are very happy to support the Trust and commend Jose on his foresight and commitment to assisting our vulnerable children, and in turn, the future of our country.
Renee Selfe
Employee Wellness Manager
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PATRICIA L PICKLES
Dear Jose Bright:
I would like to thank you, the students, volunteers, staff and community board for helping to make my trip to South Africa special and complete. Having the opportunity to learn more about the services provided through Teboho Trust was more than inspirational. Listening to the students talk about their MATRIC results sent shivers through me; I felt the Lord breathe on me.
I was able to see first hand that the students were given high expectations and standards, and the tools and support to achieve them. Being provided with such love and support can only lead to a sense of personal empowerment and economic development. Having the opportunity to socialize with everyone over lunch was also special and if you will remember I did not want to leave. I have a passion for high quality educational opportunities and my only regret is that I am not there to volunteer.
On behalf of our young people, our future leaders, thank all of you for doing good work.
Sincerely,
Patricia L. Pickles, Ph.D.
To whom much is given, much is expected
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