Old Boys and Girls Give Back to Their Secondary Schools in Ankole Sub-region

Strategic Insights -

The old students of secondary schools in Ankole Sub-region are taking it upon themselves to transform their former schools back to glory. By revamping structures, providing scholarships, and instilling discipline among learners, they aim to restore their schools' former status as top performers in the sub-region and across the country. Muntuyera High School, for instance, has seen its enrolment shoot up to 1,300 students from 220, thanks to the concerted efforts of its old boys.

Key Takeaways:

  • Muntuyera High School's old boys association, led by Mr. Fred Kangwagye, implemented a remedial plan that involved changing the Board of Governors, replacing the head teacher, and starting a scholarship programme to attract bright students.
  • The old boys' association has managed to reduce the debt burden of the school, clearing a debt of Shs500 million and leaving the school with a surplus of Shs90 million.
  • Other schools benefiting from the contribution of their old students include Mbarara High School, Kinoni Girls Secondary School, and Kibubura Girls School, which have received assistance in the form of infrastructure development, scholarships, and career guidance.
  • Mbarara High School's old boys association has reconstructed the Addis Ababa dormitory block and is embarking on the construction of another dormitory, while also providing scholarships to bright and needy students.
  • Kinoni Girls Secondary School's old girls association has renovated and expanded the staffroom and administration block, constructed water tanks, and paid fees for two A-Level students.
  • Kibubura Girls School's old girls association has provided resources for buying computers and laboratory equipment and is constructing a three-storeyed multi-purpose science complex.

Statistics:

  • Muntuyera High School's enrolment has increased from 220 students to 1,300 students.
  • The old boys' association cleared a debt of Shs500 million and left the school with a surplus of Shs90 million.
  • Mbarara High School's old boys association has invested in infrastructure development, including the reconstruction of the Addis Ababa dormitory block and the construction of another dormitory.
  • Kinoni Girls Secondary School's old girls association has renovated and expanded the staffroom and administration block, constructed water tanks, and paid fees for two A-Level students.
  • Kibubura Girls School's old girls association is constructing a three-storeyed multi-purpose science complex.

Sources:

  • Mr. Fred Kangwagye, chairperson of Muntuyera High School Old Boys Association (no date mentioned).
  • Dr. Medard Bitekyerezo, chairperson of Mbarara High School Old Boys Association (no date mentioned).
  • Ms. Grace Ndagire Tweheyo, headmistress of Kinoni Girls Secondary School (no date mentioned).
  • Ms. Celia Amanya, headmistress of Kibubura Girls School (no date mentioned).