“Driven by Vision and Hard Work: Principal Makanda’s Leadership Revitalizes St. Mary’s Boys High Yala in Academics, Sports, and Discipline”
St. Mary’s Boys High School Yala, under the leadership of Chief Principal Victor Makanda, has been undergoing a remarkable transformation. Since taking over three years ago, Mr. Makanda has instilled a new culture that emphasizes discipline, hard work, and excellence in both academics and co-curricular activities. His approach, centered on “obedience to hard work,” has fostered a high morale among teachers and significantly improved student discipline, setting a positive tone across the school.
Since Mr. Makanda’s appointment, St. Mary’s Boys High School Yala has seen noticeable improvements in academic performance. The school has also excelled in sports and other activities, with Mr. Makanda bringing experience and a proven track record from his tenure at St. Antony Boys High School in Kitale. At St. Antony, he led the school to prominence by securing national and East African championships in both football and hockey, along with achieving top-ten rankings in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.
The principal’s vision has garnered enthusiastic support from parents and the Board of Management, who have played an active role in the school’s ongoing transformation. Despite challenges such as teacher shortages, the school has managed to improve its facilities and create an environment that fosters high achievement. The commitment to excellence has made St. Mary’s Boys High School a rising star in Siaya County and a beacon of educational progress, poised to set an example that could be replicated nationwide.
St. Mary’s Boys High School Yala’s journey under Mr. Makanda illustrates the impact of visionary leadership on school performance. By addressing long-standing issues with a fresh, dynamic approach, Mr. Makanda has turned around a struggling institution, demonstrating that disciplined leadership and community support can create a pathway to success. The school now stands as an impressive institution, known for its academic and athletic accomplishments, and is well-positioned for a prosperous future.
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