John’s working hours are hard to define. His duties as History and IT Teacher provide a humble baseline for his wider involvement at Katoke Secondary School as Student Welfare Coordinator. He still remembers his first day, the 8th of February 2010, very clearly. An early morning phone call from the then Head of School, Sid … Continue reading Caring for 500 children – Meet John Bisgaya
A note from Writers club patron, Hon. Mr Benjamin Hosea Nyamugali: Welcome to the first intriguing, informative, edifying and educative newsletter from KLSS. To read more: KLSS publishes first school newsletter
To many of the students at Katoke Lweru School, Ms Erica Timotheo is Bibi (Grandmother). With a warm and patient smile, Ms Timotheo commands a classroom with grace and style. Her students are engaged, standing up to answer questions, and their workbooks are immaculate. The students even share coins and protractors around the class to … Continue reading Education and Empowerment: Meet Erica K. Timotheo
IT’S BEEN A FANTASTIC YEAR This year with your help we have continued our life‐changing work in Katoke, Tanzania. We have given the priceless gift of education to an increasing number of Tanzanian children and enjoyed the sustained academic success of our 2016 students and staff. In addition, we have expanded our agricultural efforts getting us … Continue reading Katoke wrap-up 2017
This year has flown by. It’s December and Christmas is just around the corner. Let me begin by thanking our supporters and friends of Katoke-Lweru Secondary School (KLSS) for your generous and amazing contributions to the life of our school. Our students, staff and site workers send greetings and thanks to our Australian friends. 2015 … Continue reading Katoke Wrap-Up 2016
It has been another busy year so far in Katoke and much has happened since our last edition! The return of the riders With their tyres pumped up, and their water bottles filled 17 cyclists and 8 support crew set out from Bathurst on 25th September to raise funds for our friends in Katoke. The … Continue reading Spring Newsletter 2016
Dear Katoke Supporters, In this edition I share with you some experiences from my recent 6 week trip to Katoke, some reflections on achievements in the past 12 months. Form 6 graduation The highlight of our first week at KLSS was the exciting Form 6 graduation – a five hour event with singing, dancing, a … Continue reading Winter Newsletter 2016
Our March 2016 newsletter includes news from Dr Colin Glendinning, head of the medical committee, on his recent visit to Katoke-Lweru Secondary School; a brief school update; and a snapshot of some great events for your diary. Also you’ll notice regular references to our website which includes many new features. We invite you to have … Continue reading Autumn Newsletter 2016
