Kamwenja Teachers’ College celebrates first cohort of CBC graduates - Education News

Kamwenja Teachers’ College in Nyeri County, marked a historic milestone last week as it held its 94th graduation ceremony, celebrating the first cohort of teachers trained under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

The event brought together distinguished guests, education stakeholders, and families who gathered to witness this momentous occasion.

Among them was the Guest of Honor, Prof. Franklin Wabwoba, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic, Research & Student Affairs) at Karatina University, alongside officials from the Ministry of Education, the Teachers Service Commission, and leaders from the local and religious communities.

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The ceremony saw 301 students graduate, including those who upgraded from P1 certificate to diploma level and those who completed the full diploma program. These students have been trained to impart knowledge and nurture the talents and competencies of learners, a key pillar of the CBC.

In his address, the Chief Principal, Wycliffe Wafula, expressed immense pride in the graduates, noting that they are the pioneers of a teaching philosophy that prioritizes competency over rote memorization.

“You are the first batch of teachers entrusted with the task of making the CBC a success. Your role in the classrooms will determine whether this new curriculum achieves its intended purpose; the practical teaching, innovation, problem-solving, and the integration of digital learning tools have enhanced classroom experiences,” he said.

He urged the graduates to embrace the challenge, reminding them that they had been given the knowledge, skills, and moral grounding needed to shape the next generation of learners.

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The principal assured the government and the general public that Kamwenja Teachers’ College had done everything possible to equip the graduates with these necessary competencies.

The Guest of Honor, Prof. Franklin Wabwoba, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing teachers’ critical role in shaping Kenya’s future.

“The world is evolving, and education must evolve with it. The CBC is designed to equip learners with practical skills and knowledge that will make them problem-solvers in society. You, as teachers, are the driving force behind this vision,” he said.