Anthea Cereseto

CEO Governing Body Foundation, retired Principal, passionate about improving public school equity, quality, and efficiency

[QueenMother👸🏻 @QueenMother1976]

“I work the front desk at a small doctor’s office, and I wish people could see what happens on the other side of the phone.
Every day, older patients call us confused.

They are told to use the patient portal, upload documents, check lab results online, fill out forms before the visit, and confirm everything through a link.
Some of them do not know what a portal is.

Some do not have a smartphone.
Some have one, but they are afraid to click the wrong thing.
Last week, a man in his late 80s called about his test results.

He said, “Ma’am, I don’t mean to bother you, but the computer says I have a message and I don’t know how to open it.”
He sounded ashamed.
That broke my heart.

He should not have to feel ashamed for needing a human being.
Technology can be helpful. I understand that.

But when people who built this country are made to feel helpless because everything became a login and a password, we have gone too far.
Not everything needs to be an app.
Not every answer should be hidden behind a screen.

Sometimes people need a voice.
A patient person.
A real human who says, “Don’t worry, I can help you.”
Progress should not leave seniors behind.

Because one day, the world will move faster than us too.
And I hope someone is kind enough to slow down.

~Unknown

[SACE @SACE9]

NOTICE - REGISTRATION UPDATEℹ️

Attention: Student Teachers

Important information regarding Student Teacher Registration in 2025!

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

The President has signed into law the long-awaited and contested amendments to the South African Schools Act and other education laws. The GBF will guide you through the changes and other details.
#BELABill #Education #EducationSA #DBESA #GBF #GoverningBodyFoundation

[Elijah Mhlanga @ElijahMhlanga]

If you have a child enrolled at an online school this message is very important for you. Please read it carefully and do so repeatedly. @UmalusiSA

[Susan Neuman @SusanBneuman]

Good reminder that the '5' Pillars of Reading should actually be the Big 7: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Content Knowledge and Oral Language Development

[Susan Neuman @SusanBneuman]

Wonderful article by Kate Nation and her colleagues on the importance of 'book language'--Listening to book language gives children exposure to vocabulary that is qualitatively and quantitatively different than day-to-day speech.https://t.co/juTutfMTZT

[Susan Neuman @SusanBneuman]

Fun fact about vocabulary:

There is a reciprocal relationship between vocabulary and comprehension: gains in vocabulary development improve knowledge and comprehension, and knowledge strengthens vocabulary development.

https://t.co/hMrXXSwgBM

[Alfie Kohn @alfiekohn]

"What gets tested gets taught"? Maybe, but it gets taught *badly* because the point is to raise scores rather than to promote thinking. And from a student's point of view, learning in order to do well on a test is a qualitatively different mindset from learning for its own sake.

[CIE @CathEducation]

The cost of accessing articles or books from academic publishers is prohibitive. An example - Routledge Handbook Of Peacemaking costs $118 - how does a South African NGO afford this?

[CIE @CathEducation]

Read Punished by Rewards by @alfiekohn

[Prof Thuli Madonsela #KindnessBuilds @ThuliMadonsela3]

I believe that a bully is a victim that never healed and is now passing on the trauma to others while being enabled by the indifference or support of those that could stop the bullying #DailyThought

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

What we do matters!

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

The social dimension of education should never be neglected. Face-to-face interactions foster vital aspects of learning. The Governing Body Foundation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach.

#FaceToFace #Education

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

The Governing Body Foundation calls for the inclusion of a ban on vaping in school codes of conduct. Let's maintain a smoke-free environment for learners and staff.
#SchoolSafety #VapingBan

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

"Technology, when used responsibly, has immeasurable potential to improve learning outcomes," says Anthea Cereseto, CEO of The Governing Body Foundation. Let's empower learners and support teachers in navigating the digital landscape.

#EdLeaders #GBF

[Anthea Cereseto @antheacereseto]

@CityPowerJhb This happens every time we are loadshed.

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

Best wishes to all the Grade 12 students at this pivotal moment in your academic journey! Your hard work, dedication, and preparation will surely pay off. May you tackle your exams with confidence and shine brightly on this important path to success.

#Grade12 #GBF #Exams2023

[Parktown Girls @parktown_girls]

Our RCL Induction took place on Friday, 13 October, and the following was announced:

PRESIDENT: Lesego Mabye
VICE PRESIDENTS: Alayna Badat & Tameeha Ahmed

From left: Alayna Badat (Vice), Lesego Mabye (President), Headmistress, Mrs Tracey Megom, and Tameeha Ahmed (Vice)

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

Bullying is not confined to schoolyards or the online world; it has deeply rooted itself in our society. What are schools doing about it when we see it in our classrooms? https://t.co/M6gJPt7wdw

#GBF #Antibullying #DontBullyBeKind

[Governing Body Foundation @GBF_SGBassoc]

Let's celebrate the incredible impact of teachers this October! Celebrating #WorldTeachersDay (which was October 5th), we remember the power of education. Thank you, teachers, for shaping our future!

#EducationMatters #TeachersChangeLives #GBF