Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School

*The Staff of Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School today organized a retirement party (send off) for its former vice principal, Mr. Essa Saidykhan.*

The occasion was marked by speeches, presentation of prizes and literary items by students and staff. The occasion ended with a documentary supervised by Mr. Lamin Ceesay and Mr. Saikou Ngallan which looks into the educational struggle of the man who has changed the lives of many.

We wish him long life and good health after his retirement.

*The full coverage will be share later in the day. Stay tuned...*

THE HANDING OVER OF THE FARABA BANTA BASIC CYCLE SCHOOL MASJID

The Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School Masjid will today be handed over to the school authority . The Majid was started by the teacher’s contributions as well as well-wishers . The Sharing Wonders SADAQAH TUL JARIYAH under the tutelage of MAMA GAMBIA picks up the project and have finally completed the building of the Masjid, Toilets and Ablution performing areas .

This is a big development considering the challenges both staff and students face during their praying times . It will ease the difficulties that both students and staff face and reduce reduce the loitering of students during this period.

We vehemently thank MAMA Gambia and her charitable organization for their highly needed support.

The handing over will be done by 11:00 am and everyone is highly invited to witness the handing over.

Celebration echoed through our school today as we proudly received approval from WAEC to enroll students in Technical Drawing for the upcoming GABECE—an inaugural moment in our school's history. This noteworthy addition follows the recent successful registration of subjects like Home Economics and Literature in English.

Eager to enhance our technical department further, we're aspiring to register for yet another technical subject: Metalwork. However, our progress hinges on obtaining approval from WAEC, contingent upon having the necessary materials in place. Attached is the inspection form from WAEC, detailing the essential facilities and materials required.

We invite you to join hands with us in this endeavor for the betterment of our students. Your generous donations are crucial, and simply sharing this post would make a significant impact. Together, let's ensure these deserving students are approved for this vital subject. Thank you for your support.

It is with great pleasure that we express our gratitude to all the members of this platform dedicated to discussing matters concerning Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School. We sincerely thank each one of you for following and providing encouraging comments on school-related issues.

Our top priority is to make the school the best in the country, and we are tirelessly working towards achieving that goal. Year after year, we consistently send a significant number of students to the best senior schools in the country, showcasing our commitment to excellence. As one of the oldest schools in the district, we believe the school deserves recognition and further development.

While the MRC Holland Foundation has undertaken renovations in the Lower sector, there are additional areas that require attention. Specifically, the structures in the Upper sectors urgently need painting, as the walls are dilapidated. Many ex-students and villagers can attest to this. Repainting the school would not only enhance its aesthetics but also create a conducive environment for teaching and learning.

Furthermore, the school's population is rapidly increasing, with four classes from One to Six at the moment. Anticipating four Grade Seven classes instead of the usual three classes in the next academic year. We express concerns about the insufficient furniture. While some have been repaired, we would be grateful for any stakeholders willing to provide furniture from now on against the upcoming academic year.

Also, the need for a perimeter fence remains a great concern. Not only lessons are interrupted by a lack of fence but also a great deal of insecurity. We have challenges maintaining a school garden or even planting ornamental plants on the premises due to the uncontrolled intrusion of domestic animals.
The provision of a perimeter fence would patch an ugly wound suffered by the school.

In addition, the construction of the school's mosque remains incomplete. Its completion would enable both students and teachers to perform their daily prayers conveniently while at school. Although there has been some elevation through donations from teachers and well-wishers, the project needs further support.

We understand that addressing all these issues may take time, but we find it essential to communicate through this platform to keep everyone informed. We actively engage with the community through this page and during Parents-Teachers Association meetings.

We warmly welcome any assistance, as developing the school is synonymous with developing the community and the nation at large. We extend our gratitude to all for your comments and encourage open-armed assistance. As the schools are closed, we look forward to welcoming all our students on January 8th, 2024.

For contributions or questions, please contact the school's administration at: +220 732 1947.

Thank you for your continued support.

At your service, we remain.

Best regards! Happy New Year in advance!

Where are the Literature students? Who among you remembers the famous African writer Chinua Achibi's book titled 'Things Fall Apart'. The book emphasized about the stages it took the African man to drop his cultures and traditions to later adopt the lifestyle of the white man and the rule of the white man's growth. A man named Okonkwo was the main character in this book, he was a great wrestler. He got his fame by defeating a wrestler never defeated by the name Ezinma the cat in a wrestling match, Ezinma was nicknamed the cat because his back never touched the ground in a wrestling match.

Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

Haddy Sarr, Alieu Jallow, Sainey Dampha, Siddarth Jammeh, Samia Camara, Youshou Gaye, Doudou Beyai, Tuti Bah, Ebrima Gambia

To all that lost their lives in the Mediterranean Sea, rest well until we meet again 🙏😭

It’s a sad and shocking day as FBBCS lost a prominent Physical and Health Education teacher, Mr Omar Fadera. He has served diligently in Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School over the years. Upon completing his Bachelor’s degree, he was appointed as a cluster monitor in Region .

The mood of the school is that of sad and sorrow as both students and staff cannot withstand this devastating news. He suffered a brief malaria in few days and was announced dead at the Kanifing General Hospital.

Mr Fadera as known to all was very jovial, committed to work, honest and encouraged and motivated anybody we cross path with. With a heavy heart we pray that the Almighty Allah grant him eternal peace , Amen.
Mr Fadera will be remembered throughout our life time .

MAY HIS SOUL REST IN ETERNITY PEACE , AMEEN

The school had a busy week celebrating its students at multiple award ceremonies. We were honored to receive awards from two distinguished organizations: PEOPLE WHO CARE WORLDWIDE and the Kemo Bah & Kira Danton Best Student Award.
On Saturday, November 4th, a remarkable event unfolded as seven junior schools gathered at Pirang LBS for a quiz competition organized by PEOPLE WHO CARE WORLDWIDE. Representing Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School, Amie Bajo and Nyimansata Samura secured the second position, while the host school, Pirang Junior and Senior Secondary, claimed the top spot.

Additionally, on Friday, August 10th, the Kemo Bah & Kira Danton Foundation recognized the outstanding performance of Fatoumata Colley and Edrissa Janko in the GABECE examinations, awarding them significant cash prizes.

The school administration, staff, and the entire student body extend their heartfelt congratulations to all the awardees for their remarkable accomplishments. We also express our deep appreciation to PEOPLE WHO CARE WORLDWIDE and the Kemo Bah & Kira Danton Foundation for their generous recognition and support.

Election Day, 2023
In a significant event held on Thursday, October 12th, 2023, the students of Faraba Banta Basic School participated in the election of their Head Boy and Head Girl for the new academic year (2023/24). The election was a culmination of the efforts of the school's disciplinary committee, led by Mr. Mathew Correa, Mr. Lamin Ceesay, and Mr. Buba Bojang.

The primary purpose of this event was to democratically select the student leaders for the academic year, providing the students with a hands-on experience of how elections are conducted, mirroring national-level elections. The disciplinary committee ensured the availability of all necessary materials, ideas, and modalities to illustrate the process of selecting leaders through polls at the national level.

After a day-long voting exercise, the students made their choices for the new Head Boy and Head Girl, along with their assistants and the Senior Councillors. The elected candidates for these important roles are as follows:

- Head Boy: Mustapha Sonko
- Assistant Head Boy: Yusupha Touray
- Head Girl: Nyimasata Samura
- Assistant Head Girl: Amie Bajo
- Senior Councillors: Amie Bah, Mariama Sowe, Isatou Marreh, Halimatou Ndow, and Muhammed Salieu Bah.

This election not only marks an important moment in the school's leadership but also serves as a valuable educational experience for the students to better understand the democratic process of electing leaders.

By:
Mr. Saihou Ngallan, Press
Mr. Saikou Danso, Election Observer

GABECE RESULTS 2023

Hello everyone,

We are pleased to inform you all that as usual the Gambia Basic Education Certificate Examination( GABECE) results are out and we much pleased to inform that we scored aggregate 09 by head girl : Fatoumatta Colley . A slide mark from what we had last year .

However, we had good results this year as well ,with 09 we have 11, 12 (2) 14(2) 15 and a host of twenties .

We have 75% passes . We registered 84 students out of which 62 scored between 9-42. Twenty-two (22) candidates scored above 42 .

This is a massive achievement by both students, teachers and parents.
We still continue to crave your support and encouragement in enhancing quality education in the community.

We haven’t complete issuing all the results but our students did extremely well .

Join me in congratulating our excellent students 🙏

Hello Colleagues,

As per the concluded WASSCE exams , there is an increased number of students who pass Mathematics and a decreased in English language. What are the reasons for this , you might think? I thought students always decry their problems in Mathematics but according to the MOBSE press release, there is a downward trend in English. What’s your take on this?

Share your thoughts!

My journey, my Profession !

In the world of work, we each find our place,
A profession's path, our unique chase.
With skills and passion, we pave the way,
Creating futures, day by day.
From teachers to doctors, artists to engineers,
Professions diverse, soothing human fears.

In every career, a purpose we find,
A chance to leave our mark behind.
So chase your dreams, with heart and soul,
In your chosen profession, reach your goal.

For in our work, we find our art,
And do our best on this earth
Even if we’re miles apart ,
Continue Crafting a life, a meaningful part.

Our School’s Principal bid us farewell!

Our venerable school principal, Mr Lamin Sanneh has successfully completed two academic years in Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School. He has been transferred to Kuloro Upper and Senior Secondary School.

We had a fascinating administration and numerous developments were registered on his leadership spell which includes but is not limited to; the recent unprecedented results, registration of GABECE examination subjects (Literature and Home Economics) construction of a masjid among other things. How we wish to continue working with him.

We thank him wholeheartedly for the achievements that he has made during his short tenure in the school. He always gives a listening ear to anyone that approaches him. We could gladly say, he has all the leadership charisma.

We pray for Mr Sanneh to continue rendering his utmost service to The Gambian communities and the country at large.

Mr Sanneh, we are going to miss you and the pain of losing you will stay with us each and every day.

Farewell, good MASTER!

Photo session, Album 2

Photo session, Album 1

Hello Everyone,

Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School has closed school this Wednesday 26th July, 2023.

It was yet another successful academic year. Both internal and external examinations were conducted successfully. We still hope and pray that this year’s results would be exceptional and much better than last year’s even though the former was unprecedented in the history of the school.

Meanwhile, there would also be summer classes for both the upper and lower basic school. Interviews and intake for grades 1& 7 will be conducted on Monday 31st July 2023.

On behalf of the staff of the school, we thank you for your usual cooperation and be assured that we will keep serving the community to the best of our ability to ensure effective and efficient teaching and learning processes in the school.

At your service, we remain.

Lost in thoughts

As I wake up In worry
To ponder on the sad story of my country
That knocks my soul and weakens my memory
Due to ages of sorrow that continues hollow in hurry .

The striving and striking economy
Grabs and wrestles down my country
Leading to absolute frustration and agony
Left the citizens with no hope for harmony

In the early days of my country
Breadwinners had not this type of story
But the citizenry is now in pain and worry
About the crippled and dilapidated economy

My country continues to cry in pain
As it’s currency depreciate in vain
Cost of living skyrocketing in flame
Driving people in complete insane

Government officials drive in fame
As citizens call for medication for their lame
Not considering the citizens’ greatest pain
All hopes disappears and things still the same

Lost in thoughts
As I am tie in knots
Seems like I’m short in words
Because my doll brain is soak in terrible thoughts

If you’re seeing what I’m seeing
And feeling what I’m feeling
Then you’ll be lost in thoughts
As I am out of words….,

Hello Everyone ,

As we grappled with weariness last night , after a long journey of flat , hilly and curve roads. We finally arrived at Basse in the early evening. Everything went well with us all the journey through except for the fact that both teachers and pupils were extremely weary.
Meanwhile, we had our delicious dinner, everyone’s belly was filled.
This morning, we had our decent breakfast and waiting on the lunch to be cooked for us to proceed to the Basse College and then wave our goodbye.
Many thanks for your prayers and best wishes . We hope to join in no time soon.

For, Excursion Committee,
Sowe.

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FBBCS EXCURSION TRIP GET STARTS TODAY!

Faraba Banta Basic Cycle school to embark on an excursion trip today Friday 17th February, 2023.

As we prepare to leave the soils of kombo to provincial Gambia on a 3 day field trip/ excursions to visit scientific and historic places like, Bintang,
McCarthy Island , Basse and a host of others.This is a three - day excursion exercise trip which is meant to allow pupils visit important historical sites in their country. Also, children will be exposed to different parts of their country and understand the different ways of lives of people in other parts of the country.

More so , children will see in their naked eyes what’s been taught in the classroom especially places like Slave House in McCarthy Island amongst others

Your prayers are definitely needed as we embark on this weary journey.
We’ll get you updated on the happenings as we kick start the journey.

Hoping to join you soon.🙏🙏👍👍

For , Excursion Committee,
Sowe.

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The admin, staff and the general student body of Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School are sad to announce the passing of our beloved student Oumie Sanyang.
Oumie was a promising grade 8 student who held an excellent discipline record.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones, May Jannah be her resting place, Amin.

Congratulations to Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School.

Faraba Banta grabbed 1st&3rd position in the Kombo East Teacher’s Galla Spelling Bee Competition .👍

As the Kombo East Teachers’ Galla was premiered at Kafuta Upper Basic School on Saturday the 3rd December , 2022.

Participants of this competition includes schools in the Kombo East District Lower Baisc namely Faraba Banta ,Kafuta , Kuloro, Kufuta Tumbung , Tubakuta ,and Pirang respectively.
Meanwhile, the UBS schools include Kafuta , Faraba, Kuloro and Jiboro.
The LBS participants were given 500 words while the UBS were supplied with 400 words .

However after a tough tie competition, Faraba LBS grabbled first position. The architect of this well deserved victory were Sulayman Jallow and Assan L Bojang .

Elsewhere in the UBS , Isatou Marreh and Amie Bajo fought tooth and nail to give a replica of their juniors performance but a narrowly mispronunciation of words led to their drop down to the 3rd place .
All participants were rewarded with certificates and fat prizes .

On Monday the 5th of December, the children assembled to cheer up the tremendous work that the ever promising pupils have achieved. Also the participants were duly handed their certificates and prizes just to enhance motivation.

As the saying goes , learning doesn’t stop at the four corners of the classroom. The lesson well was thoroughly deciphered.

Happening now at Faraba Banta Basic Cycle School.
The big tree at the back of primary school suddenly fell on the class causing serious panic among students, teachers and villagers.

No injuries was sustained but serious damages were registered.

Good morning !

Here is the expenditure of the fund that was received so as to to get Abdourahman’s schooling on and running!

We have successfully enrolled Abdourahman at Maahad Senior Secondary School .

He has received a packet of exercise books, badges,two set of uniforms, calculator, school T-shirt.
We also bought him shoes .

Partially, his school materials are settled.

More is need for him to smoothly run his educational career. Our doors are always open for donors . No amount is small .
Thanks to everyone who has made this happen in one way or the other.

The World still have good people!

I write to appreciate all efforts made to put a smile on Abdourahman’s face. When we posted his ordeals, I knew fully well that it must touch a good man’s heart.
Ever since we posted about Abdourahman’s financial constraints that were about to cripple his educational career, positive responses have been warmly received. However, people from in and outside the country have taken healthy steps to remedy the boy’s schooling challenges.

To start with, I must say the people of Faraba have really shown what it meant to be a native. I decided to limit the post only to this platform because I knew fully well that someone from here would give a helping hand. I knew this story would emotionally touch a good man’s heart. This was the sole reason why the post wasn’t forwarded to other social media outlets. And so, our guesses were right! We received immediate responses at the very moment the message was communiqué on this page. It was really an immediate concern for all and almost everyone has rendered their support in one way or the other. We all appreciated all efforts to mitigate the boy’s frustrations and I pray that the Almighty Allah continues to strengthen the unity, peace, and harmony of this village.

Teachers of Faraba also, deserve a tap on the back! They have tried tremendously well to ensure other problems most notably the accommodation of Abdourahman were taken care of. It’s been a great concern for all teachers due to the plain fact that the boy ran his nine years of education in their hands. Quick responses and pledges were made by teachers who want to remain anonymous. We appreciate your kindness too.

Abdourahman’s parents, are soaked in joy and have expressed thanks and appreciation to everyone that has in any way contributed to the welfare of their son. “I am out of words, I don’t have anything to pay you guys but may the Almighty Allah reward anyone who invested even a single dalasi in brightening my son’s future “ his father concluded.

To sum up, we are glad to say, most of the problems concerning Abdourahman’s worries about being enrolled in a school have been solved. He will be starting possibly on Thursday and he will be studying pure science as he always wanted.
We are still seeking more donors and until his entire senior secondary school expenses are covered, the doors to help remain open.
Thank you.