Student Body

Message from the Head Prefect: Elaku Benjamin, Teso College Aloet 2016–2017

Greetings to you all! I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all those who have been involved in this noble process of choosing our student leaders – the people who are the voice of the students to the school administration. They are the same people who are ready to serve this great College in this coming year of great achievements at Teso College Aloet.

We have a vision of leaving this prestigious College in a better position than we found it. This is possible if we, as students, can work together with the administration to achieve and add glory to our College at all levels, be it academics, sports or clubs.

In the matter of academic excellence we are blessed as a College. We have some of the best facilities, such as a modern library, which is a rich source of knowledge during our research. We have the best teachers, who are approachable and willing to help us excel in our examinations. So, failure in Teso College Aloet isn‘t an option, but only comes in when we fail to be responsible and live up to what we came to do at school.

We are blessed with the best sports facilities as well. So why not achieve glory in all the sports in which we participate, such as football, rugby, basketball and cricket? It would be satisfying to see some of our old boys represent this country in a sports field. All this can be achieved when we students come together and take part in these various games as a way of developing our talents.

Teso College Aloet has existed now for 62 years. What has kept it shining is its rich culture as a school that the old boys have preserved and promoted. Adding something, like a social function for the candidate classes, would be a very interesting culture we could adopt, whereby we get to invite a girls’ school for a social party or what we can call a ‘leavers party’.

Message from the Head Prefect: Opio Andrew Pius Okaka, BCM/ICT, 6 Science 2016

I take this as a great honour to be given a chance to share with all of you using the new Teso College Aloet School Website. I commend all the stakeholders of this school for the unending desire to keep high up.

I also would like on a special note to share with you all, my immeasurable pleasure at being at the helm of the student’s leadership of this great College. I am also obviously aware that it is not by my own might but by the grace of the Almighty God. It is indeed to God that I owe the position of Head prefect. My appreciation also goes to all the teachers and students who made me heed this call.

As head prefect for the period 2015–2016, I am inclined to believe that Teso College Aloet will continue to shine, not only in this region, but in the entire nation. This is largely achievable with continued academic excellence and students’ participation in clubs and co-curricular activities. My target too is to ensure that my leadership turns out to be the most peaceful regardless of the challenges I may face as a leader. Remember, the size of the enemy does not matter but it is the size of the fight in me that really matters.

I would like to conclude by promising the best for all during my tenure as head prefect.

“Aijanakin Ka Arimarit”

Message from the Head Prefect: Ewiru Tonny, PEM/ICT, 6 Science 2015

Uganda is a progressing country and therefore needs persons that are competent and prominent people who have renowned ability to steer its political, social and economic dimensions.

In line with this leadership training I should be graced right from this immediate learning environment. This is a place where one is given opportunity to develop their leadership competences; short of this training creates leadership vacuum and eventually society suffers its consequences.

I am reminded of a scenario when I was challenged to produce evidence to prove my leadership competence which I had none. This became an inspiration point for me thereafter till now that I am serving as a Head Prefect in Teso College Aloet.

I am reminded of a time when I was challenged to produce evidence to prove my leadership competence, but I had none. This became a point of inspiration for me thereafter. Now that I am serving as a Head Prefect in Teso College Aloet!

In my term of office I have registered tremendous success both in my life and for the College I serve. My term of office has seen the school acquire a public address system for easy communication. The relationship between students and administrators has continuously grown strong. Besides, the school has purchased a school bus for easy transport.

Motivated by such achievements, I therefore intend to struggle very hard and become one of the Ugandans to hold the post of Governor of World Bank.

Message from the Head Prefect: David Dickson Olinga, 6 Science 2014

My ambition to become Head Prefect was triggered by my successful leadership as Deputy Head Prefect in my previous ‘O’ level school. Long before the official time to campaign knocked on the door, I prayed and trusted in God that I would be a good Teso College Aloet Head Prefect. I could foretell winning, success and prosperity in my leadership. Thank God, finally, those prophecies came true. This reminds me of the fact that with God all things are possible and when He is for us, none can ever be against us…

As Head Prefect, I have been working side by side with the administration and the students at large to contribute toward the accomplishment of the school vision, with guidance from the Almighty God. This is the actual base of our school leaders’ year theme: “Excellence, greatness and good character.” The theme is the real epitome of divine favour. We have been able to close the gap between the administration and the student body and improve the students’ conduct and integrity, along with other achievements.

I am glad to say that during my leadership in Teso College, the school has risen to new heights. With all this experience in a short period of time, I am looking forward to continuing with my leadership ambitions beyond the boundaries of Uganda. I aspire to chair the African Union summits, even be part of the UN family. My career goal is to become a renowned cardiologist within 10 years of 2013, not by strength nor by might, but by the spirit of the Lord.

Message From the Head Prefect: Patrick Owona Komakech, 6 Arts 2013

Focus and self-confidence are vital in becoming a Head Prefect in Teso College; I went through thick and thin in order to become an HP.

In Teso College Aloet we dare to be wise and set new standards. We know that yesterday wasn’t like today; today will never be like yesterday or tomorrow. To my dear students in this Great School, wake up and accept the challenges of a new day and achieve a better tomorrow. Remember, there is no stupid student on planet Earth. The one believed to be stupid is only lazy. I am happy we’ve no lazy gentlemen in TCA. I say all this for “Aijaanakin ka Arimarit.”

Biography

Patrick Komakech Owona is an S6 Science student studying Mathematics, Economics, Technical Drawing and Subsidiary ICT (MET/SICT). Although he is the last born in a family of six children, he aspires to leadership at Teso College and eventually nationally and internationally. As prefect, Patrick has worked to ensure that students, not teachers, take responsibility for prep supervision. He has also worked to limit the practice of tribalism and to decrease the rate of truancy among students. His passion for Teso College is born out of a desire to contribute to the growth of the good image of the school. Patrick understands that leadership involves much personal sacrifice. He encourages other students through his motto, “What you are must always displease you, if you would attain to that which you are not” – St. Augustine. In 2016, he expects to enter the contest for LC III Chairmanship for Vangatira Sub County, Gulu district. In 2031, he plans to run for President.

Self-confidence and good communication skills are important assets that have propelled me into a position of leadership as a Head Prefect. My commitment to unity, teamwork and humility are important qualities which helped to win the votes of my peers.

Being Head Prefect has presented special challenges and required personal sacrifice. In a large school like Teso College Aloet, it requires a conscious effort to be a good role model. With the challenges that the student body and the school have faced, I have learned to set a good example for others.

One of my most memorable challenges as Head Prefect involved keeping the peace among the students when on one occasion food was poorly prepared. The boys became unhappy and unruly. It took courage to stand before them and convince them that the problem would be resolved to their satisfaction. I diffused the tense situation by taking student representatives to examine the stock of beans in the school store. Having been reassured that the food quality was indeed good, they were able to focus on their examinations. By using simple wisdom, I was able to avert a possible strike by the students.

Another of our greatest successes occurred early this year when the Uganda Certificate Examination (UCE) results were released. This was a proud moment for me. I knew that my quick thinking had made it possible for the students to focus on the important task of doing well in their examinations instead of going on strike. I realized then that a correct decision made by a leader can have a far reaching impact. I am gratified that during my tenure as head prefect we were able to achieve these excellent results.

In spite of its many challenges, serving as head prefect has been an invaluable opportunity for me to develop my leadership skills. I am grateful for this opportunity to lead my peers.