Mahyoro secondary school Head teacher in Kitagwenda district Baguma Denis is working tooth and nail to maintain strong school performance.
Mahyoro secondary last year was the best performer among secondary schools in advanced level.
Speaking to our reporter in an exclusive interview, Denis said the school aims to achieve the performance through strategic leadership by establishing clear, data-driven goals, providing regular instructional supervision, and implementing teacher motivation strategies.
He believes that this continuous cycle of planning, feedback, and support ensures both educators and learners remain focused on educational excellence.
The most successful strategies for sustaining and elevating school performance include:
Actionable academic goals aligned with the national curriculum and specific community needs.
Utilizing continuous formative assessments to track student progress and intervene early in struggling areas.
Managing school resources and registers to ensure teachers have the necessary learning materials.
Focusing on constructive feedback and mentoring rather than punitive measures.
Routinely organizing Teacher Working Groups and training sessions to improve instructional delivery and lesson structuring.
Involving teachers in school planning and policy formulation to foster shared ownership.
Acknowledging outstanding performance through rewards, preferred schedules, and professional growth opportunities.
Maintaining daily or weekly briefings to clearly outline expectations, manage workloads, and address concerns promptly.
Promoting active learning techniques like group discussions, collaborative projects, and practical experiences.
Establishing student support systems to address behavioural, social, and academic challenges