By Sonia Kakaza – Grade 11
A fight between two students broke outbduring breakmtime at Sgodiphola Secondary School causing panic across the school grounds.
The argument between the Grade 10 and Grade 9 learners quickly drew a large crowd of students. In the middle of the commotion, someone anonymously in the crowd spray peppered the crowd which quickly spread through the crowd.
Many learners began coughing and rubbing their eyes due to the spray. One female learner fainted after inhaling the chemical and was helped by staff. Others were taken to a safe open area to get fresh air.
One Educator, Mr. Mbhele, stepped in and managed to stop the fight. School Staff then called for medical assistance and cleared the area.
There is an ongoing investigation into how the pepper spray got onto school premises and wh used it.
Management reminded learners that bringing harmful substances to the school is against the rules and can put everyone at risk. Classes resumed later after the area was ventilated and sudents were checked by staff.
