Uma Jnr High School

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After years on the floor, Uma students finally receive desks

Tony Pako, Headmaster of Uma Junior High School in Aiya LLG, Kagua-Erave District, has expressed heartfelt gratitude following the donation of 40 student desks to the school — a major milestone since its establishment in 2023.

Speaking during the delivery of the desks, Mr. Pako said the school had operated for more than three years without proper desks, forcing over 400 students to sit on the floor while attending classes and completing their schoolwork.

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UMA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVES 75 DESKS IN DONATION

25 May 2026

Students at Uma Junior High School will no longer have to share desks or sit on the floor after receiving 75 new desks and assorted learning materials during a handover ceremony held at the school grounds today.

The donation was made by Papua New Guinea Oil Palm Industries Manager, Mr. Kepson Pupita, and Sunday Bulletin’s Mr. Lapan Paripia Mirupasi, in a joint effort to support education in the community.

Speaking at the event, school Principlal said the shortage of desks had been a major challenge for the growing student population. The new furniture will be distributed across classrooms immediately to ensure every student has a proper place to learn.
We are very grateful for this timely support, said the school head teacher Mr Tonny Pako, These desks mean our children can now focus on their studies in comfort and dignity. We thank Mr. Pupita and Mr. Mirupasi for investing in our future leaders.

Mr. Pupita said PNG Oil Palm Industries is committed to giving back to communities through education. Mr. Mirupasi added that the Sunday Bulletin believes in supporting schools as part of its community service responsibility.
The donation comes as Uma Junior High School continues to expand enrollment and improve infrastructure to meet the needs of students in the area.
📸 supplies Jackson Tapa

This quote hits deep.
Before strategies, before data, before goals and paperwork… there’s connection. When students feel seen, respected, and safe with us, learning has a place to land. Relationships aren’t a “soft skill” in education. They’re the foundation.


@2026.

📢 Public Notice:

Uma Jr High School Registration Now in Progress!

We would like to kindly remind and inform our community that registration for Uma Jr High School is officially underway, having commenced last week and still ongoing as of today, February 2, 2026.

🗓️ Key Dates and Updates

Registration Start Date:
- Final week of January 2026

✅ Important Registration Information

If you haven't registered your child yet or know a family who hasn't, now is the time to act. Enrollment is progressing steadily, but we encourage
timely completion to ensure proper planning.

Required Documents for Registration:

- Transfer students should bring:
- Official transfer card from previous school
- Latest school records
- Proof of residence (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.)

🕘 Office Hours for In-Person Registration:

Monday to Friday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Please arrive early to avoid long wait times.

💬 Need Help?

For any questions or support with the process:

- 📞 Call the school office
- 🌐 Visit the [Uma Jr High School Website] for forms, FAQs, and updates

🧾 Pick up physical forms directly at the school

📢 Help Us Spread the Word!

Please share this announcement with parents, guardians, or friends who may benefit.

The earlier they register, the better we can serve our future students.

Thank you for your continued support in building a brighter educational future.

Let's work together to ensure every child begins this year, prepared and welcomed.

📚✨ Uma Jr High
Where Learning Meets Leadership✨📚

🌟 Outstanding Congratulations to Mr. Tonny Pako – Principal of Uma Junior High School 2025 to 2026🌟

Celebrating Visionary Leadership and the Rise of Future Generations
By: A YANA
Personal Development Teacher – Uma Junior High School
Southern Highlands Province

🎓 Honoring a True Leader in Education

It is with great pride and admiration that I extend my outstanding and fantastic congratulations to Mr. Tonny Pako, the Principal of Uma Junior High School, for his exceptional administrative management and inspiring leadership that has uplifted our school to new heights.

Through your unwavering commitment, you have raised the foundation upon which future generations will stand tall and prosper in their educational journeys. Your leadership has not only transformed the academic culture of Uma Junior High School but has also ignited a flame of hope and ambition in the hearts of our students.

👏 A Salute to the Team Behind the Success

This achievement is not yours alone. It is shared with a team of dedicated and resilient teachers who stood by your side through both good times and challenging moments, working tirelessly to support the students and uphold the school's mission.

🙌 Special Acknowledgment to the Following Teachers:

- Mr. Andrew
- Mr. Yana (Aron)
- Mr. Mel
- Mr. Pigi

Together, you have laid the groundwork for academic excellence and personal growth, nurturing students with care, discipline, and purpose.

📚 Celebrating Our Grade 10 Students – Selected for Grade 11 in 2026

Your leadership and our collective efforts have borne fruit. We are proud to announce the names of 26 students who have been selected to continue their education in Grade 11 next year (2026) across various high and secondary schools in the province.

🎉 Selected Students:

1. Agame Selly
2. ANTHON NENNY
3. Berapu Nathaniel
4. Karubi Josh
5. Ken Alex
6. Paka Myron
7. Pako Vergothy
8. Peter Tana
9. Pueme Julius
10. Raitano Kepsy
11. Ralua Demaris
12. Mark Vincent
13. Nehmah Fraidh
14. Noel Junior
15. Ogea Duglas
16. Ogea Moses
17. Kone Jonathan
18. Kundiri Junior
19. Rapa Amon
20. Rapa Kalustius
21. Samuel Solomon
22. Sevendi Debora
23. Tama Mei
24. Tobians Samuel
25. Yaina Emlyn
26. Yapa Rodney

These students are a reflection of the hard work, sacrifice, and dedication invested by both the administration and teaching staff. Their success is our collective victory.

🏆 A Champion in Educational Leadership & Management (ELM)

When we compare the current state of Uma Junior High School to previous years, the difference is undeniable. Under your guidance, Mr. Tonny Pako, the school has flourished. You have proven yourself to be a true champion in Educational Leadership and Management (ELM).

Your ability to lead with integrity, to to prioritize student achievement has set a new standard for what school leadership should look like—not just in our district, but across the Southern Highlands Province.
🙏 A Prayer of Blessing

As you continue your journey in education, I lift up this prayer:

> May our Heavenly Father richly bless your career,
> May He protect your family,
> And may He grant you strength, wisdom, and favor in all that you do.

Your leadership is not only shaping students—it is shaping the future of our province.

🎉 Final Words of Gratitude and Celebration

Once again, I extend my deepest congratulations to:

- Mr. Tonny Pako – for your visionary leadership
- My fellow teachers – for your unwavering commitment
- Our students - for your hard-earned success

Together, we have built something remarkable. Let us continue to rise, to lead, and to inspire.

> Congratulations, Team Uma Junior High School!
> 2026 is yours to conquer!

✍️ With Great Respect and Honor,
Mr. Yana (SENIER RHYAN)
PD for Life ----Teacher
Uma Junior High School
Southern Highlands Province

Start Next year 2026 there will be no Gr 8 and Gr 10 Exams. This year was the last Gr 8 and G10 set for the exam📌

07/10/25
Sekim ol sumatin time ol stap lo school, They need money big time.
Rentals every 2 weeks while still studying and then we need money for the projects and assignments we need money to buy data and research we need food too survive, sampla time body sa needim stret abus but budget save tight we need money to buy soap and Omo and then our outstanding fees bother us. So mipla ba raun lo borrow raun sapla time ol sa givim sampla time nokad, wokim osem go na sotwin time, pillow sa wet😭 mipla needim money lo busfare go kam go lo school without break fast and lunch, Wanpla meal tasol in a day is the dinner, Sometimes pure rice , sometimes rice with tinned fish, sekim phone klostu klostu nogut wanpla missed call or text message blo family member ba kam stap, sometimes we hope wanpla salim text na tok salim account number 💔what a journey Education Journey school life struggle life.
Time hevi kamap lo community time, you save osem man ya wok stap so arap tru kisim phone number lo story lo hevi blo community na askim lo mani.. SCHOOL MAN SA STAP NA KARIM HEVI BLO COMMUNITY.. SCHOOL MERI STAP NA BA YOU RAN GO LO HOUSE BLO SUSA, DAUGHTER OR UNCLE BLIU NA PAINIM PIG MONEY LO KARIM HEVI

They literally need money big time

Look save mas stap time ol sumatin yet!

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