This was especially in regards to having the COVID-19 pandemic in full swing with lockdowns and schools out. It was a very difficult year for many students in trying to concentrate on schoolwork but also what was happening around them during last year.
My congratulations also go out to all the students who, despite the difficulties, still managed to complete coursework, continue with focusing on the prize and succeeded.
But my heart goes out to the many students who due to that unprecedented year, last year, had to leave school and look for jobs to support families due to family members losing their jobs because of the pandemic.
I'm still encouraging many who come along my path to continue their studies through institutions such as the Wananga to gain qualifications and to continue study paths to their chosen vocations outside work hours and even online if they are able.
Some courses are free but they need to be careful of using their first tertiary year fees-free as some might dip into student loans without considering the long-term effects of that decision especially if they want to go into degree courses later.
Again, just some considerations to be mindful of but very important to get good advice or to do some research before making important decisions (especially around debt) that could cause more trouble later on.
Just connect to some experienced advisors who are able to give good advice who look out for the students best interests with their talents and skills in mind, rather than their organisation or their job sector...
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