1. The National Curriculum Statement (NCS) for Further Education and Training (FET) will be implemented in the Western Cape Education Department in January 2006. By now all schools concerned should, under the guidance of their EMDCs, already have made their subject choices in preparation for the implementation of the NCS.
2. You are reminded that the following subjects must not be offered in Grade 10 from January 2006 onwards:
1.  Additional Mathematics
2.  Biblical Studies
3.  Bricklaying and Plastering
4.  Commercial Mathematics
5.  Dance Performance
6.  Electrician Work
7.  Electronics
8.  Fitting and Turning
9.  Functional Mathematics
10. Functional Physical Science
11. Graphic Art
12. Hotelkeeping and Catering
13. Introduction to Criminology
14. Introduction to Ethnology
15. Jewish Studies
16. Law of Criminal Procedure and Evidence
17. Maritime Studies
18. Mercantile Law
19. Metalwork
20. Motor Mechanics
21. Music Performance
22. Needlework and Clothing
23. Painting
24. Physiology
25. Sculpture
26. South African Criminal Law
27. Statute Law
28. Typing
29. Welding and Sheetmetalworking
30. Woodwork
31. Woodworking


SIGNED: J.P. RAULT-SMITH
HEAD: EDUCATION
DATE: 2005:01:21