58 0 obj 150 0 obj the South African Schools Act (hereafter SASA) were put into effect in May 1997 when the first official SGBs were elected (Karlsson, McPherson & Pampallis 2001:163). The constitution of the Pinelands High School Governing Body can be downloaded here. of physical development up to the present moment, despite the advent of the South African Schools Act in 1997. Receive relevant content every month! endobj endobj << /Count 32 /Kids [ 26 0 R 27 0 R 28 0 R 29 0 R ] /Parent 6 0 R /Type /Pages >> << /Contents 228 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 18 0 R /Resources 229 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> S van der Merwe “The constitutionality of section 16A of the South African Schools Act” 2013 De Jure Vol 1 at p240.Department of Education 1996 White Paper 2: The Organisation, Governance and Funding of Schools p16. << /Contents 370 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 25 0 R /Resources 371 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> << /Count 10 /Kids [ 75 0 R 76 0 R 77 0 R 78 0 R 79 0 R 80 0 R 81 0 R 82 0 R 83 0 R 84 0 R ] /Parent 10 0 R /Type /Pages >> 44 0 obj 2007-06-22T07:44:23+02:00 %¿÷¢þ The table below shows the broad responsibilities of the two teams (SMT and SGB) as defined by the South African Schools Act, (1996). << /Count 10 /Kids [ 30 0 R 36 0 R 37 0 R 38 0 R 39 0 R 40 0 R 41 0 R 42 0 R 43 0 R 44 0 R ] /Parent 10 0 R /Type /Pages >> endobj RIGHT, POWER AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 5.1 The SGB is entitled … endobj We are a Transparency International chapter, Corruption Watch fights tender case in ConCourt, Government managers are letting the country down, Citizens can play a role in Covid-19 vaccination transparency, NW silence on Mafereka report infuriates mining communities, Now or never: time to create real, lasting procurement reform, Questions linger over Jova as health department stays mum, AEPF: SA professionals do have ethical courage, Understanding roles of principals and governing bodies. South African Schools Act, 1996 and the Draft Western Cape Provincial School Education Amendment Bill, 2016 (the Draft Amendment Bill), proposed to amend the Western Cape Provincial School Education Act, 1997 (Act 12 of 1997). 154 0 obj Rights, Powers and Responsibilities: 113 0 obj 85 0 obj << /A 172 0 R /Next 15 0 R /Parent 4 0 R /Prev 173 0 R /Title (APPENDIX A) >> Through the provision of the South African Schools View now! endobj endobj << /Contents 182 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 16 0 R /Resources 183 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> All schools are bound by the provincial grounds for registration, by the South African Schools Act (SASA), general law and by any legislation that protects the best interest of the child. 160 0 obj 47 0 obj 18 0 obj Section 21 schools have greater powers and responsibilities than Section 20 schools. It also looks at the importance of setting up a finance committee. << /Contents 432 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 29 0 R /Resources 433 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> 35 0 obj << /Contents 356 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 25 0 R /Resources 357 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> Public schools as juristic persons in law “belong” to themselves. endobj << /Contents 302 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 22 0 R /Resources 303 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> Composition of school governing bodies (SGBs) According to the SASA (RSA 1996, 18) the membership of SGB’s should comprise elected members, the school principal and co-opted members. 52 0 obj endobj endobj << /Contents 222 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 18 0 R /Resources 223 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> 129 0 obj << /Contents 380 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 26 0 R /Resources 381 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> endobj << /Contents 416 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 28 0 R /Resources 417 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> 92 0 obj 6.1 Requirements and Conditions for Registrations: The PED’s have the responsibility to monitor independent schools that are registered with them. << /Contents 238 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 19 0 R /Resources 239 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> << /Contents 202 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 17 0 R /Resources 203 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> The South African Schools Act, Act 84 of 1996 (hereafter referred to as SASA) states that the SGB, of which the principal is an ex-officio member, must perform a variety of tasks such as section 20 and section 21 functions. << /Contents 320 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 23 0 R /Resources 321 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> endobj 95 0 obj All parents and guardians must make sure that all learners of … endobj << /Contents 384 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 26 0 R /Resources 385 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> Corruption Watch analyzes all reported incidents very thoroughly - all we need is your help! One of the compulsory sub-committees that have to be set-up by the school governing body (SGB) is the finance committee. endobj 72 0 obj endobj 19 0 obj Chantal Chavda . To give you an idea of where lines get blurred, consider a recent tip-off sent in to us by a concerned school employee: “School funds were used without following budget, intercom was installed at school without involvement of school governing body, payments were made to educator who was not appointed by SGB because his boyfriend is teacher and friend of the principal … deputy principal was appointed unfairly because is the friend of the principal and secretary of SGB. In this regard, Maile (2002:239) contends that illiteracy among SGB members, especially ... the major role of the SGB is to promote the best interests of the school and to strive to 70 0 obj The South African Schools Act provides that the governance of a public school is vested in the governing body that stands in the position of trust towards the school. 152 0 obj They must have the best interest of the pupils and school in mind at all times. The South African Schools Act gave parents, teachers and high school students the right to form school governing bodies (SGBs) and to make policies around issues such as language, religious instruction, school fees, and a code of conduct for learners. 125 0 obj << /Contents 234 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 19 0 R /Resources 235 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> While the South African Schools Act states that governing bodies are ultimately responsible for managing and controlling schools, it also states that principals – who are members of SGBs – are not solely accountable to the SGBs but also to their employer, the education department. supporting and guiding the school’s expenditure in consultation with the SGB; helping the SGB keep proper records of school accounts and all school records; advising on textbooks, educational material and equipment to be bought by the SGB and managing their use; ensuring controls are in place and operating for cash collection; and. endobj << /Contents 286 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 21 0 R /Resources 287 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> South African Schools Act, 1996 (Act 84 of 1996) No. << /Count 10 /Kids [ 115 0 R 116 0 R 117 0 R 118 0 R 119 0 R 120 0 R 121 0 R 122 0 R 123 0 R 124 0 R ] /Parent 10 0 R /Type /Pages >> endobj << /Count 10 /Kids [ 155 0 R 156 0 R 157 0 R 158 0 R 159 0 R 160 0 R 161 0 R 162 0 R 163 0 R 33 0 R ] /Parent 11 0 R /Type /Pages >> endobj Broadly speaking, the duties of the Principal and SMT compared with the duties of the SGB and Principal are as follows; The big question is: Who is responsible for the school in the end? South African schools, and pregnant learners still experience gender-specific barriers to basic education in a way that decreases their learning opportunities. 111 0 obj endobj endobj The Principal or SGB (of the school) is obligated by law to provide all parents with information about the election of parents onto the governing body. The treasurer and people on the finance committee should preferably have some financial expertise. endobj 120 0 obj The schools in South Africa have been facing immense challenges for a long period of time especially after independence in 1994. endobj << /Contents 362 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 25 0 R /Resources 363 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> They also stream Ultimately, the principal is accountable for the school as the department of education’s representative in the school. 80 0 obj << /Contents 368 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 25 0 R /Resources 369 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> The School Governing Body (SGB) is a statutory body of parents, educators, non-teaching staff and learners (from Grade 8 or higher) who seek to work together to promote the well-being and effectiveness of the school community and thereby enhance learning and teaching. One of the compulsory sub-committees that have to be set-up by the school governing body (SGB) is the finance committee. The members of the SGB include the principal, parents, teachers, pupils (high schools only) and a member-of-staff (non-teacher). Basic Educaton Higher Education and Training Basic education . endobj Section 21 schools have greater powers and responsibilities than Section 20 schools, especially for financial management and purchasing. << /Count 10 /Kids [ 105 0 R 106 0 R 107 0 R 108 0 R 109 0 R 110 0 R 111 0 R 112 0 R 113 0 R 114 0 R ] /Parent 10 0 R /Type /Pages >> 112 0 obj endobj << /Contents 292 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 22 0 R /Resources 293 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> << /Nums [ 0 9 0 R ] >> endobj << /Contents 280 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 21 0 R /Resources 281 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> 54 0 obj 74 0 obj Code of particular practice for SGB members 1 Preamble The education system in South Africa recognises that the teaching of young people is a responsibility shared by the state, schools, pupils, families and members of the community. endobj << /Contents 336 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 24 0 R /Resources 337 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> << /Contents 276 0 R /CropBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /MediaBox [ 0 0 595.22 842 ] /Parent 21 0 R /Resources 277 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page >> 13 0 obj endobj endobj 133 0 obj uuid:9291f712-72c5-46f5-abe4-88594336c925 << /Count 10 /Kids [ 45 0 R 46 0 R 47 0 R 48 0 R 49 0 R 50 0 R 51 0 R 52 0 R 53 0 R 54 0 R ] /Parent 10 0 R /Type /Pages >>