Gauteng Education Department ‘respects’ decision of SGB at Pretoria High School for Girls, will investigate ‘racism’ allegations

The Gauteng Department of Education said it respected the decision handed down by the School Governing Body at the Pretoria High School for Girls, where 12 pupils were cleared of misconduct. The 12 pupils were suspended last month amid racism allegations. A three-day disciplinary hearing conducted by the SGB found that there were no wrong doing. In a statement the school said: “The proceedings have been finalised and all twelve learners have been found not guilty on all charges. This also includes their prefect status.”Reacting to the news, the Gauteng Education Department said…