Truancy costs girl arm, leg
2003-03-17 23:04
Marenet Jordaan
Cape Town - A Grade 8 pupil from Stellenberg High School was admitted to hospital on Monday after she allegedly fell through the ceiling of the school hall while she and friends were bunking classes.
The 13-year-old girl landed on the cement floor among a class- full of learners at about 12:00.
She apparently broke her shoulder and leg and was admitted to the Durbanville Mediclinic.
A former pupil of the school said the roof of the school hall was a favourite hangout for truants.
Theo Boonzaaier, principal, confirmed that a pupil was injured during school hours on Monday.
He refused to give details.
- Die Burger