In Memorium- Jenny Glennie
In Memorium- Jenny Glennie
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the sudden and tragic passing of Jenny Glennie, a cherished board member of SchoolNet South Africa over the past 18 years.
Jenny was far more than a board member; she was a pillar of our community, a passionate advocate for equitable education, and a wise, steady hand guiding our mission. Her deep commitment to leveraging technology for learning touched countless educators and students across the nation. She believed fiercely in the power o...Read more
Digital education isn’t just about hardware; it’s about leadership. This case study presents a case study on professional development of teachers at a national level using COL’s Commonwealth Digital Education Leadership Training in Action (C-DELTA) platform in Africa. The results highlight COL’s support to SchoolNet South Africa, and the outcomes achieved, including the challenges, lessons learned and future sustainability of professional development of teachers in South Africa.
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We are incredibly proud to announce that our Executive Director, Omashani Naidoo, was invited by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to be a key participant in their insightful podcast series, “Sustainability and Growth: Women Leaders Driving Long-Term Success in NGOs.”
This powerful series highlights the journeys and expertise of women leaders from across the Commonwealth. Omashani’s dedication to sharing her rich experiences in the education technology sector has made a valuable contrib...
We’re thrilled to announce that SchoolNet South Africa has been recognized as a winner in the prestigious Ciena Solutions Challenge! Our project, “InnovateEd: Code & Create“ has earned us a $3,000 USD Sustainability Award, allowing us to further our mission of empowering educators and transforming classrooms.
The Ciena Solutions Challenge, a collaborative initiative by Digital Promise and Ciena, is a global challenge-based learning program that empowers middle and high school student...
SchoolNet South Africa facilitated a training session for Expo Science on the 29th March 2025, at Birchwood Hotel, Gauteng. The training was attended by 47 Master trainers from various provinces across South Africa, sharing insights on a variety of modules designed to enhance facilitation skills and knowledge.
Key modules included self-awareness through personality tests, bridging gaps between training and practice, exploring different facilitation models, effective communication, recognizing non-verbal c...
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We are thrilled to announce that the SchoolNet South Africa Education team, Omashani Naidoo, Quintres Sefala, and Brenda Mohale, has been selected to be part of the prestigious Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE) program for the 2024/25 cycle. This recognition highlights the team’s dedication to advancing digital education and fostering innovative teaching practices across South Africa.
The MIEE program is a global community of educators who are passionate about using technology to improve ...
Mental health awareness is an essential aspect of overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or stigmatized. It’s time we break the silence and address mental health with the same urgency and openness as physical health. Here’s a blog post to shed light on the importance of mental health awareness.
Understanding Mental Health: A Journey Towards Wellness
In a world where the hustle and bustle of daily life can be overwhelming, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of mental health....
SchoolNet South Africa has wrapped up its highly successful Digital Learning Conference held in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal from March 25 to March 27. More than 350 delegates gathered to explore innovative digital practices and strategies in education under the theme: Digital Education for the Future.
The conference fostered collaboration, networking, and the sharing of best practices, reaffirming SchoolNet South Africa’s commitment to educational excellence!
Read our full statement below:
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In the ever-evolving world of education, the SchoolNet Digital Learning Conference is a game-changer that enables educators, schools and educational organisations to redefine classroom practices.
SchoolNet South Africa celebrates its 27th anniversary in 2024 and continues to organise bi-annual conferences in various provinces across the country. The main objective of these conferences is to improve teacher practices and encourage collaboration.
This year’s conference, which is themed Digital Educa...
