22/08/2026
NURTURING OUR CHILDREN BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
“The Holiday Is Not Just a Break from School; It Is an Opportunity to Build Character, Strengthen Family Bonds, and Shape the Future.”
As we enjoy this holiday period, I encourage parents to make it a season of love, learning, discipline, and meaningful family bonding. Encourage your children to read, revise what they have learned, develop positive habits, and take part in simple responsibilities at home.
Most importantly, pay attention to their company, activities, and use of technology. Create time to talk with them, listen to their concerns, guide them with patience, and instil in them the values that will shape their character and future.
Remember, the holiday is not only a time for relaxation; it is also an opportunity to build character, strengthen family relationships, and prepare our children for greater success.
Let us work together as parents and educators to raise children who are well-educated, disciplined, responsible, respectful, and prepared for the future.
— Prince Olaoye Abass Akande
Proprietor
Rifat International Academy
Ogbomoso, Oyo State
