In 2019, the focus of the Leadership and Management component was on building relationships and focusing on key areas where support is required such as instructional leadership and discipline in schools. The feedback from the schools’ management and district officials was positive and supportive of the work being undertaken by JET in the schools.
The Teacher Development and Parental Involvement programmes saw the introduction of the eLearning programme for Foundation Phase (Literacy and Numeracy), Maths (Grade 4–7) and Natural Science (Grade 4–7) teachers.
The Teacher Development and Parental Involvement programmes saw the introduction of the eMpela e-learning programme developed by Jet and CONDA Technologies for Foundation Phase (Literacy and Numeracy), Maths (Grade 4–7) and Natural Science (Grade 4–7) teachers. All the teachers attended induction workshops and their progress is being monitored and tracked using the platform. JET conducted Maths baseline assessments for Grade 6 and Grade 3 learners across the 98 schools. In addition, JET helped to implement an online career guidance programme for Grade 7 learners as part of the MR Price Foundation programme.
