Keikolongo Seed School is located in Keikolongo village, Malongo sub-county, in Lwengo District, and it is a government school. However, when you visit, especially during the dry season when the sun is too harsh, it becomes very challenging for both parents and teachers.
The new curriculum has not been bad for this school, but the resources like computers are very few.
Kayesu Brenda, a Senior 4 student, highlighted the challenges they face while studying, especially after their science teacher left, which has caused them to struggle with understanding what they are taught in class.
Tunezerwe Alex, a teacher at the school, explained that although the government built a library and laboratory for them, they still have very few computers. He requested for more and also asked the Ministry of Education to retrain teachers who are not yet familiar with the new curriculum.
Some parents also do not understand what the Ministry of Education is doing, and they have asked the government to explain the new curriculum to them (Jackson, wearing a white shirt).
Nakirya Dalia, the headteacher of the school, while speaking to Salt TV, explained that after the government selected this school, they trained the teachers, which greatly helped them understand the new curriculum.
Dalia pointed out some of the changes in the new curriculum and how it has evolved. For example, she mentioned that the examination format has completely changed, and students now study under a more practical approach. She added that the new curriculum encourages critical thinking and helps students apply what they learn in real life (Byt 2 Nakirya Dalia in yellow).
The headteacher also thanked the government for providing infrastructure, which has helped improve the performance of the 86 students who excelled in their results. She also thanked the Minister of Education, Janet Kataaha Museveni, for her efforts to improve education.
Ntoroogo Benard highlighted the challenges they face in teaching agriculture and livestock as required by the new curriculum.
Students involved in projects like farming and animal husbandry expressed their frustrations with the quality of the chemicals they use to control weeds and pests. They said the chemicals are not up to standard, leading to losses. They asked the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) to investigate those who supply substandard products.
The brickmakers also praised the headteacher, Nakirya Dalia, for supporting them in everything they need, although no one has come forward to help the school (a boy in a white t-shirt and brown pants).
Joseph, a student who leads others in animal husbandry, explained that the animal drugs are expensive and not effective in treating diseases. They face challenges because the veterinary doctor is available, but the drugs are not effective.
Parents, students, and teachers are all seen striving to do their best.
