Our Values
RESPECT
We can show RESPECT by:
- valuing all members of the school community
- displaying good manners at all times
- displaying tolerance of others with different points of view and beliefs
- showing respect for the school buildings, facilities, and surrounding environment
UBUNTU
We can show UBUNTU by:
- helping a colleague with a task
- assisting a learner on a project
- working together as a team etc.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We can show ACCOUNTABILITY by:
- paying attention to details
- acknowledging and correcting our mistakes
- helping co-workers
- showing up as leaders
- standing up for what is right
- improving our attendance
- accepting constructive criticism
HONESTY
We can show HONESTY by:
- always telling the truth and be trustworthy
- being true to ourselves
- being honest enough with ourselves to accept constructive criticism
- treating others fairly and with respect
- returning things that are not our own
- reflecting on our own performance and be open to feedback
CARING
We can show that we CARE by:
- offering help to others in need
- showing respect to people, property, students, and the environment
- being kind to everyone
- listening to what others have to say
DISCIPLINE
We can show that we DISCIPLINE by:
- obeying the school rules and regulations
- showing refinement, propriety, and orderliness when dealing with others
LIVING OUT OUR VALUES
RESPECT
This value is at the core of everything we do in our school. It underpins learning through behaviour and one’s attitude to the people around them. It is the goal of Molo Mhlaba to create a mutually respectful atmosphere between all individuals involved within our school including administrators, teachers, staff members, students, parents and partners.
UBUNTU
Botho/Ubuntu speaks to the fact that we are all connected, and that one can only grow and progress through the growth and progression of others. It refers to behaving well towards others or acting in ways that benefit the community. As we collaborate and interact with others, we learn to appreciate the views that others share.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountability underpins everything we do, providing a strong moral compass and a sense of responsibility. This means taking ownership of our words and actions and demonstrating strength of character. . We hold ourselves accountable for our own actions, admit when we failed our own standards, and always strive to be our best selves.
HONESTY
Honesty is a component of moral character that represents positive and virtuous attributes, such as integrity, truthfulness, and openness — including clarity of conduct, along with the absence of lying, cheating, theft, etc. Honesty also involves being reliable, trustworthy, loyal, fair, and sincere. We value honesty when interacting with one another. We must take responsibility for one’s actions and endeavor to learn from mistakes.
CARING
We are a school that encourages staff members and children to care for one another, show concern about the wellness and wellbeing of others, and act to make a better world.
DISCIPLINE
Discipline is the focused attitude of self-control that drives the systematic and consistent application commitment and dedication to get results. It is the epitome of enduring, intrinsic motivation that overcomes the constant adversity that confronts us all on a daily basis.