William Pescod team ace First Aid competition, eye regionals in Bloemfontein

SEVEN determined learners from William Pescod High School have brought pride to their school by claiming first place in the St. John District First Aid Competition, held on March 28-29.

- DANIE VAN DER LITH

This impressive achievement not only qualifies them for the regional round in Bloemfontein, set for June or July, but also comes with a major bonus — a full year of free training for the entire school’s First Aid team.

Even more remarkable is the fact that this was the school’s debut in the competition, and that its First Aid team was only formed just over a year ago. The journey began in January 2025 when the St. John Kimberley branch reached out to the school with an offer to train a small group of learners.

The vision was simple yet impactful: to empower seven learners with hands-on training each Friday, who would then share their skills with the rest of the team.

What followed was a journey marked by hard work, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to learning. Their success stands as a powerful example of what can be achieved when opportunity meets dedication.

A COMPETITION THAT TESTED BOTH MIND AND SKILL

The competition unfolded over two demanding, high-energy days. On day one, each learner completed an individual written test, followed by a team presentation on epileptic seizures, delivered by team chairperson Emmanuel Macamo. Although Emmanuel took the lead, the presentation was a true group effort — every team member played a part in the research, slide design, and preparation.