Meet Teacher Eunice, our new geography teacher Commitment to professional development for our teachers is just one aspect that sets Uhuru Academy apart. We believe that excellent student achievement begins with excellent teaching practices. In our efforts to continually develop as educators, we have established a relationship with Rosslyn Academy, an international Christian school that uses the North American curriculum. Although our systems vary significantly, this relationship cultivates an ongoing dedication to growth as educators. This growth will come to fruition as Uhuru teachers observe classes at Rosslyn, receive mentorship from seasoned teachers, and share resources and practical advice.
Recently, the teachers of Uhuru Academy made the first of many visits to Rosslyn Academy during the mid-term break. Over the course of three days, they got the opportunity to observe 2-3 classes of their equivalent subject. Teachers returned to Uhuru Academy with new strategies to differentiate instruction, establish positive student-teacher rapport, and integrate technology in their own classrooms. Across the board, teachers agreed unanimously that the experience was both beneficial and enlightening.
Teacher Agnes of Uhuru noted that “although the system was very different, the way the teachers engaged the students is one thing that I can take away”. This comment touches on the cusp of the tension that Uhuru Academy embraces as we continue to merge the Kenyan 8.44 system and curriculum with a dedication to Learner-Centered Methodology. Uhuru Academy is attempting to maximize student performance on the KCSE by focusing on student engagement in the classroom. Collectively, the teachers at Uhuru Academy have set standards for student engagement activities that will challenge students to think critically which will in return impact long-term memory as they prepare for their exams months. These standards include how to efficiently maximize instructional time to cover the syllabus as well as purposefully measure student progress towards their performance on the KCSE. Our teachers are surely on the move! To achieve goals, teach with excellence, and improve our students day by day.
Recently, the teachers of Uhuru Academy made the first of many visits to Rosslyn Academy during the mid-term break. Over the course of three days, they got the opportunity to observe 2-3 classes of their equivalent subject. Teachers returned to Uhuru Academy with new strategies to differentiate instruction, establish positive student-teacher rapport, and integrate technology in their own classrooms. Across the board, teachers agreed unanimously that the experience was both beneficial and enlightening.
Teacher Agnes of Uhuru noted that “although the system was very different, the way the teachers engaged the students is one thing that I can take away”. This comment touches on the cusp of the tension that Uhuru Academy embraces as we continue to merge the Kenyan 8.44 system and curriculum with a dedication to Learner-Centered Methodology. Uhuru Academy is attempting to maximize student performance on the KCSE by focusing on student engagement in the classroom. Collectively, the teachers at Uhuru Academy have set standards for student engagement activities that will challenge students to think critically which will in return impact long-term memory as they prepare for their exams months. These standards include how to efficiently maximize instructional time to cover the syllabus as well as purposefully measure student progress towards their performance on the KCSE. Our teachers are surely on the move! To achieve goals, teach with excellence, and improve our students day by day.
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