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By Johannah Malogadihlare
Western Cape education MEC David Maynier has warned of serious consequences for matric pupils who are caught cheating in the final exams.
The exams start on the 21 October. Matriculants will sign a pledge and a commitment agreement which details the rules and consequences for breaking the rules.
“The candidate’s results could be nullified, and they could even be barred from writing one to three subsequent examinations, delaying their post-school employment or education”, Maynier warned.
The MEC reminded pupils to eliminate any items that would assist them in cheating, saying the teachers would not tolerate any excuses.
“Despite the warnings, 22 candidates who were found in possession of crib notes or cellphones during the November exams last year, were disqualified,” said Maynier.
The department also warned candidates that they would face criminal prosecution if they were found to be involved in leaking of examination question papers.
Maynier has encouraged matriculants to use their final weeks before the exams to study and prepare themselves.
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