Nova Pioneer Ormonde Senior is celebrating a remarkable achievement by its students, Bokamoso Hlapane and Unathi Jiyane, who have excelled at the prestigious World Robotic Competition hosted by Hands on Tech in North Riding. The duo, who have become the pride of their school, placed fourth in the competition, showcasing their exceptional skills in robotics.
Their outstanding performance has not only brought honour to Nova Pioneer Ormonde Senior but has also earned them a coveted spot in the national robotics competition, which will be held in September. This upcoming event will see Bokamoso and Unathi compete against the top teams from across the country, a challenge they are ready to embrace with enthusiasm and determination.
Bokamoso expressed her excitement about the opportunity to participate in the WRO National Competition, highlighting the importance of dedication and hard work in achieving success. “This great achievement has shown us that being dedicated to your work does pay off, and sometimes you have to dream extremely big and put in the work to achieve great results,” added Hlapane.
Their robotics teacher, Zamantima Thela, couldn’t hide her pride and excitement for her students’ success. She praised Bokamoso and Unathi, describing them as her “dream team,” strong in both programming and building. “I’m so thrilled that we will be competing in the nationals. I think I’m so privileged to have the dream team; strong in programming and strong in building. I’m so proud of my little roboticists, and I can’t wait to see what they do next,” said Thela.
This achievement is a testament to Nova Pioneer’s commitment to fostering creativity, innovation, and excellence among its learners. The school has always encouraged its students to pursue their passions and reach for the stars, and Bokamoso and Unathi’s success is a shining example of what can be accomplished with the right support and determination.
As they prepare for the national competition, the entire Nova Pioneer community stands behind them, confident that they will continue to make their school proud. Bokamoso, Unathi, and their team have already proven that they have what it takes to excel on the world stage, and there is no doubt that they will give their best at the nationals.
Stay tuned for more updates as we follow Bokamoso and Unathi’s journey to the WRO National Competition. We are excited to see what these talented young minds will achieve next!
