02/09/2026
31 August 2026
The evening was dedicated to celebrating an exceptional team, the Rustenburg LEO National Teaching Awards (NTA) Committee. Rustenburg LEO, Bojanala District and the North West Department of Education firmly on the national map of teaching excellence. π
For years, Rustenburg has produced outstanding NTA candidates who have progressed from LEO to Provincial and ultimately to National level, with some proudly emerging as National Number Ones. This remarkable legacy does not happen by chance. It is built through commitment, preparation, mentorship, coaching and a belief in the excellence of our educators.
A special appreciation also goes to our capable and dedicated adjudication panel, who do much more than adjudicate. Through their expertise, guidance and coaching, they prepare our candidates to confidently represent Rustenburg LEO at Provincial level and beyond. Your contribution to developing our educators is deeply valued.
Monday night was also an opportunity to reflect on the journey, celebrate what has been achieved and begin planning even further ahead for NTA 2027. Excellence must not be an annual event; it must be a deliberate, continuous and sustainable pipeline.
This post is also dedicated to all the NTA Ambassadors and legends from Bojanala District, those who have carried our flag with distinction, inspired others and demonstrated that excellence in teaching deserves to be celebrated at every level. Your legacy continues to inspire the next generation. π
And on a personal note, I say this with immense pride as I am also a product of Rustenburg LEO. My journey is part of this story and it is a privilege to now contribute to the continued growth, development and excellence of the very system that helped shape me.
To the Rustenburg NTA family, thank you for keeping the flame of excellence burning. May we continue to identify, nurture, coach and celebrate our finest educators. Let us continue to make teaching fashionable.π
Thank you Sparkling Waters for hosting us β¨οΈ
SACE