Why KICD should introduce English Project paper in schools
In the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), technical subjects like Agriculture and Computer Studies have three papers.
Paper one and two tests the theoretical bit, while paper three focuses on projects, where the examiners...
How schools can train students to be empathetic and selfless
Dr. Murage Muthui, the level-headed Chief Principal of Njoro Boys High School, Nakuru County, cordially invited me to address Form One students and their parents during the auspicious Induction and Orientation Day, recently.
Before I...
Drug-free schools: The buck stops at family, religious leaders’ doorsteps
Are you concerned about the vicious cycle of illegal drugs destroying families, friends, school children, and brilliant future careers?
Stand up to be counted, then! You can break the cycle through a positive approach.
For the...
Students need sufficient information on study-abroad opportunities
Recently, as a career counselor in secondary schools, I attended the Worldview Education Fair to learn more about the world of work.
It happened at the Emara Ole Sereni Hotel, along Mombasa Road in Nairobi.
The...
Odera Akang’o, the chief who forced education on people
There is this jest about a place called Gem in Siaya County: "When you throw a stone, you do not hit a graduate, but you pelt a professor armed with a sterling PhD."
It is...
How ‘ability grouping’ influences academic success
Lou Holtz sagely said, "Ability is what you are capable of doing.
Motivation determines what you do; attitude determines how well you do it."
Schools that want to access success in academic spheres focus on ability...
AMIU graduates to alleviate health challenges in Africa
Over 200 individuals recently obtained diplomas and degrees in health sciences from Amref International University, AMIU.
The 221 graduates were among those who participated in the university's third graduation ceremony.
Also, the university conferred master's degrees...
Why “Starting High School: Form One Guide” is a good book
William Arthur Ward talked of four steps to achievement: One, planning purposefully. Two, preparing prayerfully. Three, proceeding positively. And four, pursuing persistently.
Starting High School: Form One Transition Guide is a good book that sheds...
In-depth training of student council boosts schools’ governance
Mr. Philip Maina Waweru, the Chief Principal of Jomo Kenyatta Boys in Nakuru, understands the essence of having a strong student council in place.
It is one of the practical ways used to curb chaos...
Prior preparation of candidates enhances peak performance
When the bell blares to mark the last lap for the Form Four Class, the ball game takes a different turn. Secondary schools with a ravenous desire for peak performance in the Kenya Certificate...
