Over her three years at Teneo, Ankia discovered teachers who truly see her. Her art teacher, Ms. Gibbs, encouraged her to experiment, trust her talent and find joy in the creative process. With supportive classmates in her Art group and teachers who respond with extra help, tips and even one-on-one sessions, she’s built a community that motivates her every day. Online learning also gives her room to refine her craft. With recorded lessons she can rewatch while taking notes, she stays on track academically while exploring her creativity — from painting and drawing to cosplay, prop-making and full costume builds. Now, as she prepares for matric, she’s working toward her biggest dream yet: entering a professional cosplay competition after school and aiming to represent South Africa internationally. For her, every prop tells a story and she’s only getting started.

Watch Ankia’s journey below and see how Teneo helps learners balance creativity and academics:

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