Apac seed ss students showcasing skills and projects under new curriculum

Nelson Adoko, a Geography teacher at Apac seed secondary school discussed some of the projects being carried out by students under the new curriculum.

Adoko explains the projects’ focus on identifying problems and finding solutions, resulting in real products. He cited some examples of projects under his department.

A juice blender: Students created a functional juice blender that uses components like dry cell (battery), plastic container; jag mortar for generating power. This, he said, is addressing the need for a convenient way to make juice.

An aeroplane model: His students have designed a model aeroplane in response to the challenges posed by the rehabilitation of Karuma Bridge, showcasing their creativity and problem-solving skills.

Overall, he said the projects demonstrate the practical application of the new curriculum, encouraging students to think critically and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.

In Physics and Chemistry departments, students have also exhibited skills and knowledge in making liquid soap, shampoo, shoe polish, distilled water, among others.

Some of the students have started benefiting from the project directly as they sell some of these products.

Isaac Ococ Isaac, a senior five student is benefiting financially from the school’s project-based learning approach. He’s earning money by selling liquid soap to customers and institutions, including Apac Hospital, at a price of shs50,000 per jerrican.

This hands-on experience not only teaches Isaac valuable skills but also provides him with a source of income, showcasing the potential for students to gain practical benefits from their education.

Alex Okello is the head of sciences. He said the shoe polish and shampoo are being used by the students and teachers. Okello explains that shoe polish is being made by the students from the bones.

The bones from animals are burned with charcoal and crushed into fine powder and mixed with vegetables and other components, Okello said.

Okello added that the school has started producing distilled water using the distillation process and is supplying it to other schools for laboratory use. Additionally, the school is sharing its knowledge with community members, training them on how to make various products that can positively impact their lives.

The deputy headteacher, Willy Opio said the school’s management is adhering to the government’s new education approach, as outlined by the Ministry of Education and Sports.

Despite starting during the lockdown period, the school is progressing well. This suggests that Apac seed secondary school is successfully navigating changes in education policy.

Meanwhile, teachers have requested additional laboratory blocks or space due to overcrowding and inability to accommodate all students during practical sessions.