Parents of Grade 9 learners have just days left to ensure their children complete the selection of pathways, subject combinations and preferred senior schools before today’s deadline. The Ministry of Education opened the Grade 10 selection exercise last month, giving learners about three weeks to make their choices ahead of the transition to senior school next year. With the deadline here with us, parents should ensure that their children do not simply select schools based on popularity or reputation but make choices that match their interests, abilities and career aspirations.