Primary school pupils vote for ‘Plak n Onnie’ fun

THE SOUND of laughter and excitement echoed through the halls of Eureka Primary School in Kimberley on Tuesday as pupils took part in their very own election for the school’s first “Plak ’n Onnie” day.

After completing their exams earlier in the morning, learners eagerly lined up to cast their votes in a light-hearted and educational event aimed at teaching them about democracy. Each pupil received three ballot papers and had their thumbs marked after voting, just like in real elections.

“Plak ’n Onnie”, an initiative where selected teachers are duct-taped to a wall, has quickly become the talk of the school. This year’s edition is set to take place on Friday, with the three teachers receiving the most votes finding themselves taped to the tennis court wall.

More on the tradition and background of the event can be read here.

On Tuesday, pupils carefully considered their choices before marking their ballots and slipping them into the boxes. The process gave them a first-hand look at how voting works in a democratic system, helping to build awareness and participation in civic activities from an early age.

The atmosphere was buzzing with energy, as pupils laughed and chatted about which teachers they hoped would win the vote. The final count is now under way, and results will be announced later this week.

Until then, the big question remains: which three teachers will be “plakked” on Friday?