School alumni have been urged to reconnect with their former institutions and work closely with teachers and stakeholders to improve and sustain education standards.
Speaking during a parents’ meeting at Metamaywa Mixed Secondary School, Nyamira senatorial aspirant Adams Mochenwa highlighted the importance of collaboration and healthy competition among schools, communities, and stakeholders in enhancing academic performance. He called on alumni to play a more active role as development partners.
Mochenwa noted that alumni contributions go beyond mentorship, stressing their critical role in resource mobilisation and infrastructure development. He said many schools have benefited from former students who donate textbooks, build libraries, equip laboratories, provide computers, and sponsor needy learners through bursaries.
Others have supported renovations, constructed dormitories, fenced school compounds, and funded water projects—efforts that help create a conducive learning environment and boost student retention.
During the meeting, Mochenwa donated cement and iron sheets valued at Ksh300,000 to support the construction of new latrines, replacing structures that had deteriorated.
Receiving the donation on behalf of the School Management Committee, Evans Atuya expressed gratitude and encouraged other professionals and businesspeople from the region to support the school’s development.
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Atuya, alongside other stakeholders, appealed to the area NG-CDF office for additional funding to expand infrastructure. They noted that increasing student enrolment has put pressure on existing facilities, underscoring the need for government and community support.
Mochenwa further emphasized that alumni can strengthen academic programmes by sharing expertise and creating linkages. He said those working as teachers, lecturers, and professionals can organise holiday tuition, revision sessions, and academic forums to support learners and align school standards with national benchmarks. “Alumni can also facilitate partnerships, internships, and scholarship opportunities through connections in government, NGOs, and the private sector.” He noted
He added that alumni engagement helps reinforce discipline and preserve school culture by instilling pride and a sense of identity among students, which can reduce cases of unrest and dropout.
Mochenwa challenged alumni from Metamaywa Mixed and across Nyamira County to form active associations, maintain regular engagement with their schools, and collaborate with Boards of Management. He said sustained cooperation among alumni, educators, parents, and leaders is key to improving and maintaining education standards for future generations.
By Enock Okong’o
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