On Saturday, 24 May 2025, KTG volunteers delivered an energetic robotics outreach for Grade 8 learners at Makgetse High School in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria. It was the first event led entirely by a new KTG volunteer team member, yet from load-up to home-time the day ran with clock-work precision.
A Smooth Start
Two taxis departed the University of Pretoria campus at 08h30 and arrived at Makgetse exactly one hour later. After a quick briefing with the school’s liaison teacher, four classrooms were set up, each ready for an interactive robotics showcase.
• Interactive demos – JCP students split into four groups, presenting to two classes at a time in 25-minute cycles.
• Hands-on learning – Learners tested light-sensing cars, object-detection gates, radio transmitters, blackjack gaming bots and modular lighting systems.
• Stand-out commitment – One JCP student, who had booked the outreach solo, ran two full classrooms on his own. His energy kept every learner engaged with impromptu games between demo cycles.
• Leave-behind resources – A project poster was donated to the school so teachers can extend the lesson during regular classes.
Impact and Next Steps
By early afternoon more than 120 Grade 8 learners had experienced real-world STEM in action. Many expressed interest in joining their school’s science club, and teachers requested follow-up material to integrate robotics into the curriculum. KTG will maintain contact to support additional workshops and provide low-cost kit recommendations.
Acknowledgements
KTG thanks Makgetse High School staff for hosting, the taxi drivers for punctual transport, and all JCP students for turning theory into inspiration. Events like these only thrive through collective effort; if you would like to volunteer, sponsor hardware or suggest partner schools, please reach out via email on info@keepthatgoldshining.org or send us a WhatsApp on 078 662 8463.