By Jan Tanis | Project Leader
What could make a school better? Creating an environment of respect for vocational pursuits and providing a means to a Certificate for those who choose to pursue them, is a great way to broaden the curriculum. As a result of the "Skilling Uganda" initiative, Bishop Comboni has added nine vocational courses. Ranging from Electrical Installation through Garment Design and Construction etc., this broad variey of choices allows the registering S1s to pick a course that they will take along with their academics for the first three years of study. This is now a mandatory part of the curriculum.
The student response has been enthusiasm for the opportuntiy to learn how the trades accomplish all that happens around them. It has created a new respect for those who choose to pursue these paths and a great start for them in their working life.
A huge undertaking for the school and the instructors who lead this, this new facet of Bishop Comboni is attracting more qualified teachers who need to be retained. Housing them is a priority for the school and this project is a wonderful path to making life on campus better for all.
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