The Selah School-Kakamega

17/08/2026

17/08/2026

17/08/2026

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Are you looking for a school that nurtures academic excellence, creativity, and moral values? Selah School is the perfect place for your child's educational journey!

✅ Quality Education: We offer a comprehensive curriculum that blends academics, sports, and extracurricular activities to develop well-rounded students.

✅ ICT & Chess Programs: Our unique ICT and chess programs foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and digital literacy, preparing your child for the future.

✅ Dedicated Teachers: Our experienced and passionate educators are committed to providing personalized attention to each student.

✅ Safe & Nurturing Environment: We prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, creating a warm and supportive atmosphere for learning.

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Enroll your child today and give them the gift of a bright future. Visit us at The Selah School, located along Kakamega - Mumias Road at Eshisiru - Center Market,

The Selah School – Inspiring Minds, Shaping Lives.

13/08/2026

An end of term school meeting should not be simply pointing out teachers' mistakes. it should be an opportunity to reflect,listen, improve and prepare.

1 .APPRECIATE YOUR STAFF.
•Recognise teachers' efforts and commitment.
• Appreciate your support staff.
• celebrate achievements and improvements.
• Mention special contributions where necessary.

2. REVIEW THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE.
• What did learners achieve?
• Which areas improved?
•Which areas remained weak?
• Which learners need additional support.

3. REVIEW TEACHER PERFORMANCE.
• punctuality and attendance.
•Lesson preparation.
•Assessment and record keeping.
•classroom management.
•Professional conduct.
•completion of schemes and responsibilities.

4.DISCUSS WHAT DIDN'T WORK.
Don't pretend everything was perfect.
Ask
•Which challenges did teachers face through our the term.?
•What contributed to those challenges?.
•What can be done differently next term?

5. GIVE TEACHERS' A VOICE.
Ask teachers.
• Which support do they need from administration next term?
• What should we do as a school?
•What made your work difficult this term?

A teacher should be evaluated buh a teacher should also be heard.

6. REVIEW PARENTS RELATIONS.
• How were parents received?
• Were complaints handled professionally?
• Was communication effective?
• What feed back did parents give?
What can we improve next term?

7. EVALUATE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP.
school leaders should also reflect.
ASK.
" What could we as management, have done better?"

leadership should not only evaluate teachers. leadership must also be willing to evaluate itself.

8.IDENTIFY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT NEEDS.
Find out where teachers need support.
•classroom management.
•Assessment.
•Child centered learning.
•customer care.
•Teacher professionalism.
• Inclusive learning.

9.SET CLEAR PRIORITIES FOR NEXT TERM.
Don't leave the meeting with complaints only.
Agree on:
•What needs to change?
•Who will be responsible?
•When should it happen?
•What out come is expected?
10. END WITH ENCOURAGEMENT.
Don't let teachera leave feeling defeated.
Remind them of :
Their value .

Their contribution.

The school's vision.

The learners depending on them.

The opportunities a head.

End of term meeting should not be a courtroom where teachers and support staff are judged it should be a reflection room where teachers and leaders learn from the previous term and prepare to do better the next term.

Because the way you close the term can influence how teachers return the next term.

06/08/2026

TYPES OF BOUNDARIES TEACHERS SHOULD MAINTAIN IN SCHOOL

✅Boundary of Communication

Maintain respectful, clear, and professional language with students, colleagues and parents. Avoid overly personal or informal messages, especially outside school hours.

✅Boundary of Relationships with Students

Be friendly but Keep interactions supportive and professional. Avoid favoritism or unnecessary closeness.

✅Boundary of Physical Contact

Be mindful of physical interactions. Only use gestures (like a handshake or pat on the back) that are appropriate, necessary and culturally acceptable.

✅Boundary of Time

Respect school hours. Avoid excessive after-school involvement with students unless it is part of official duties.

✅Boundary of Confidentiality

Respect students’ privacy. Do not share personal or sensitive information about students, parents or colleagues.

✅Boundary of Discipline

Use fair, consistent, and school-approved disciplinary methods. Avoid using anger, insults or personal attacks.

✅Boundary of Professional Conduct with Colleagues

Respect colleagues, avoid gossip and maintain a culture of collaboration rather than competition.

✅Boundary of Professional Development

Separate personal struggles from professional life. Be committed to learning, growth and presenting yourself as a role model.

06/08/2026

There are usually several reasons why parents stop paying school fees or decide to shift their children to another school. It’s rarely just “they don’t care.” Most of the time it’s pressure, frustration, or real challanges.

Here are the main reasons.

*1. Financial Reasons*
- *Loss of income / job* - retrenchment, business collapse, low farm yields
- *High cost of living* - food, rent, medical bills take priority over fees
- *Many dependents* - school fees for 3-4 children become too heavy
- *Unexpected expenses* - sickness, funeral, emergencies

*2. Dissatisfaction With The Current School*
- *Poor academic performance* - parents feel children are not learning
- *Discipline issues* - bullying, drugs, poor teacher-student relationships
- *Poor communication* - school doesn’t update parents or involve them
- *High extra levies* - tuition is one thing, but uniform, trips, activity fees keep adding up
- *Values clash* - parents feel the school’s culture doesn’t match their faith/values

*3. Logistical / Practical Reasons*
- *Distance* - transport costs become too much, so they move child closer to home
- *Relocation* - parents move to another town/county for work
- *Boarding vs Day* - shifting from expensive boarding to cheaper day school

*4. Relationship / Trust Issues*
- *Feeling unheard* - when parents raise concerns and school dismisses them
- *Debt and confrontation* - constant fee reminders, children sent home can make parents defensive and they pull out instead
- *Perceived favoritism or unfairness*

*5. Belief That “Other Options Are Better”*
- *Cheaper school with similar results* - especially public to public, or private to public
- *Scholarships / sponsorship* - another school offers support
- *Hearing good things* about another school from neighbors/friends