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Classroom Buddies Help When You Need It Most

VECTOR HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://vectorcollege.co.za/classroom-buddies-help-when-you-need-it-most/

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Collected on 7 August 2026

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This is a blog post from Vector High School announcing the arrival of Classroom Buddies, a non-profit initiative supporting Grade 9 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds with career guidance, subject advice, tutoring in STEM subjects, bursary information, and study material support. The programme was introduced in August 2021 with the leadership of Mr Christian Kayembe from the University of Johannesburg and is ongoing.

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educational workshop and exhibitionOngoing

Career exhibitions and workshops

Learners can attend career exhibitions, Maths and Science workshops, and Women workshops designed to build skills and explore future opportunities.

Who it is for: Grade 9 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds
How to act on it: Participate in events organised by Classroom Buddies at Vector College or partner schools.

The document's recorded date is 18 August 2021. Confirm on the official source.

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Furthermore, they do career exhibitions, Maths and Science workshops, and Women workshops.

scholarship and bursary information serviceClosing date not stated

Higher education bursary and scholarship information

Learners can access details about bursaries and scholarships for higher education, including application forms and prospectuses, especially if they face challenges with online applications.

Who it is for: Grade 9 to 12 learners who struggle with online applications for higher education
How to act on it: Request application forms and prospectuses from Classroom Buddies via Vector College or their website.
Closes: Closing date not stated in the source

The document's recorded date is 18 August 2021. Confirm on the official source.

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Classroom Buddies provides career advice and information on higher education bursary and scholarship information to Grade 9 to 12 learners. They source and distribute application forms and prospectuses of higher education and training institutions.

educational guidance serviceOngoing

Career guidance and subject choice advice

Grade 9 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds can receive support in choosing subjects aligned with their desired career paths and gain clarity on academic pathways.

Who it is for: Grade 9 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds
How to act on it: Contact Classroom Buddies through Vector College or their official channels to access career guidance and subject advice.

The document's recorded date is 18 August 2021. Confirm on the official source.

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They also provide tutorials in Maths, Physical sciences, Life sciences, Accounting and Geography. Add to that, they raise funds for study materials or any venture that helps high school learners from disadvantaged backgrounds.

academic tutoring serviceOngoing

Tutoring in STEM subjects

Students can receive free tutoring in key subjects such as Maths, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Accounting, and Geography to improve academic performance.

Who it is for: Grade 9 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds
How to act on it: Attend tutoring sessions provided by Classroom Buddies at Vector College or through outreach programs.

The document's recorded date is 18 August 2021. Confirm on the official source.

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They also provide tutorials in Maths, Physical sciences, Life sciences, Accounting and Geography.

study material support programOngoing

Fundraising for study materials

Learners from disadvantaged backgrounds may benefit from donated study materials raised through Classroom Buddies' fundraising efforts.

Who it is for: High school learners from disadvantaged backgrounds
How to act on it: Apply through Classroom Buddies or Vector College to receive support with study materials.

The document's recorded date is 18 August 2021. Confirm on the official source.

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Add to that, they raise funds for study materials or any venture that helps high school learners from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Facts

Places

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng

Reference

https://vectorcollege.co.za/classroom-buddies-help-when-you-need-it-most/

Key Takeaways

Classroom Buddies
Vector College
Mr Christian Kayembe
University of Johannesburg
Grade 9 to 12 learners
STEM subjects
career guidance
bursary and scholarship information
tutoring
18th August 2021
Classroom Buddies
Vector College
Mr Christian Kayembe
University of Johannesburg

Dates

Closing Date

18 August 2021